TL;DR
The New Jersey Devils are frustrated about missing the playoffs but remain optimistic for the future. The trade of Artemi Panarin has been finalized, signaling potential changes ahead.
Watching how the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs unfold, Iām certain the New Jersey Devils are feeling similar, but probably greater FOMO.
The Devils were āpissed offā at missing the postseason, and with the way the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks are making noise in the first round, the Devils must feel like they could have similarly been successful had they gotten to the dance.
Yet, thereās reason for optimism says the experts at The Athletic. More on why in the links.
Elsewhere, how the Artemi Panarin trade is now finalized, a pair of sweeps, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: ICYMI ā Sunny Mehta very well may already have a Devils trade partner after a fellow general manager explained no one on his team is untouchable.
The Athletic ($): Despite the disappointing season, here are three positives the Devils can come away with from this season.
šŗ Devils Rink Report: While Mehta explained everything is still under evaluation, did he tip his hand when explaining Sheldon Keefeās future? I broke it down on the latest Devils Rink Report.
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