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New Jersey Devils roster and management overhaul

Overview

As the New Jersey Devils approach training camp, management and head coach Sheldon Keefe are focused on optimizing roster depth and tactical configurations. A key priority is refining power-play units following a season where the team maintained a 22 percent success rate but showed notable disparity between its first and second units. The acquisition of Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators, in exchange for 2028 first- and second-round picks, is expected to provide new options for line combinations and net-front presence.

Offensive configurations remain a subject of analysis, specifically regarding where veteran winger Anthony Mantha best fits alongside core players like Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, Nico Hischier, and Timo Meier. Meanwhile, the defensive outlook has shifted following the departure of Simon Nemec. While the blue line remains anchored by Dougie Hamilton and Luke Hughes, the team is evaluating its defensive prospect pipeline. This includes deciding the developmental paths for Anton Silayev, who may move from Russia to the AHL’s Utica Comets to adjust to North American play, and Seamus Casey. Other prospects under evaluation include Alexander Command, Nikita Shcherbakov, and Daniil Orlov.

Following a period of organizational change, the team enters the 2026-27 season after missing the playoffs in the previous campaign. This failure was attributed to injuries, inconsistent defense, and goaltending struggles, including a significant hand injury to star center Jack Hughes in November. In response, the Devils restructured the roster, notably trading Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers. To fill the vacancy in net, the team is now experimenting with a three-goalie rotation featuring Jake Allen, David Rittich, and Nico Daws, an arrangement whose success is viewed as being “heavily dependent on the development of Daws.”

Entities

New Jersey Devils · Jack Hughes · Nico Hischier · Anthony Mantha · Sunny Mehta

Timeline

2 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
New Jersey Devils restructure roster following playoff miss
Following a disappointing 2025-26 season marked by injuries and goaltending issues, the New Jersey Devils are restructuring with a three-goalie rotation featuring Nico Daws, Jake Allen, and David Rittich.
7 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils face roster decisions ahead of training camp
The New Jersey Devils face key roster and power-play decisions during training camp following the acquisition of Luke Evangelista and ongoing evaluations of defensive prospects.
9 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
New Jersey Devils prepare for upcoming season with roster moves
The New Jersey Devils are finalizing their roster ahead of training camp, including the acquisition of Luke Evangelista and evaluating new offensive line combinations featuring Anthony Mantha.
9 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils manage defensive prospect development
The New Jersey Devils are managing a developing defensive pipeline, focusing on the growth of top prospects Anton Silayev and Seamus Casey, alongside depth options like Nikita Shcherbakov.
17 days ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
New Jersey Devils announce roster changes and 2026-27 theme nights
The New Jersey Devils have updated their roster with new signings like Anthony Mantha and announced a 2026-27 theme night schedule featuring K-Pop and various fan giveaways.
22 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils' season hinges on Jack Hughes' health
The New Jersey Devils' upcoming season hinges on the health of Jack Hughes, as the team looks to leverage its elite center duo of Hughes and Nico Hischier in the Metropolitan Division.
24 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Jack Hughes' health remains critical for New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils' playoff prospects hinge on Jack Hughes' health after his injuries led to a significant drop in team performance last season.
25 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
New Jersey Devils look to rebuild depth for 2026-27 season
The New Jersey Devils aim to rebound in the 2026-27 season through roster depth, defensive stability under GM Sunny Mehta, and the health of star player Jack Hughes.
28 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
New Jersey Devils undergo roster and management changes
Under new GM Sunny Mehta, the New Jersey Devils have added depth with players like Anthony Mantha and David Rittich, while eyes turn to Arseny Gritsyuk as a potential breakout star.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils focus on roster depth and health for playoff return
The New Jersey Devils aim to return to the NHL playoffs by leveraging new signing Anthony Mantha and the health of star Jack Hughes, while seeking significant improvements in goaltending.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
New Jersey Devils reshape roster and coaching staff under GM Sunny Mehta ahead of 2026-27 season
New Jersey Devils, led by GM Sunny Mehta, overhauled roster and coaching staff, kept Dougie Hamilton, and aim to improve after missing the 2025‑26 playoffs.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils target playoff surge with Jack Hughes line combo and Luke Hughes breakout
The Devils see Jack Hughes‑Jesper Bratt as a top line while Luke Hughes’ injury‑hit season sets the stage for a 2026‑27 breakout.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New Jersey Devils target a rebound in the 2026-27 season after a poor 2025-26 campaign
The New Jersey Devils aim to improve after a 87‑point, low‑shooting 2025‑26 season, with prospect Ben Kevan set for a bigger role in 2026‑27 and hopes for better luck and scoring from stars like Hischier and Me

Sources

allaboutthejersey.com · auge.dk · dailyfaceoff.com · dobberhockey.com · europesays.com · foxsportsradionewjersey.com · hrgaming.com · ispr.org · lusailnews.com · medicavanzada.com.mx · nhlrumors.com · nhltraderumors.me · periodicoelpulso.com · pucksandpitchforks.com · sportsnaut.com · thehockeynews.com · thehockeywriters.com · thn.com · trashtalk.se · triple-jump.com

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