New Jersey Devils NHL season performance

The New Jersey Devils secured consecutive victories in late October 2026. On October 21, the team defeated the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 in Newark, featuring a decisive power-play goal by Declan Chisholm and 31 saves from goaltender Jake Allen.

Following this, the Devils defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 on October 22. Arseny Gritsyuk extended his scoring streak to four games, and the win brought the Devils' season record to 6-4-0. In the October 22 matchup at the Prudential Center, Arseny Gritsyuk opened the scoring in the first period, followed by a power-play goal from Nico Hischier. Anthony Mantha added a third-period goal, and Jack Hughes secured the win with an empty-net goal. Jesper Bratt recorded two assists, while goaltender Nico Daws made 16 saves.

On October 23, the Devils extended their winning streak to three games by defeating the Los Angeles Kings 3-1. Although Scott Laughton gave the Kings a 1-0 lead in the second period, New Jersey responded with goals from Anthony Mantha and Brett Pesce, before Arseny Gritsyuk secured the win with an empty-net goal. This victory marked the team's fifth win in their last six games, bringing their season record to 7-4-0.

In roster developments, Devils General Manager Sunny Mehta acquired three-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets. The trade involved sending Dawson Mercer, Nick Bjugstad, Nico Daws, Alexander Command, a 2027 seventh-round pick, and a 2029 second-round pick to Winnipeg.