Tag Archives: Devils

What’s not to love about Jack Hughes?

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Derek

Okay. Judging by the title, I’m going to take a beating from my Ranger fans here. But before you roast me, let’s be honest. Jack Hughes is an American dream. The Devils’ top pick has the looks, smile and personality … Continue reading →

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Devils troll the Rangers

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Derek

Let the trolling begin. That’s what the Devils did to the Rangers earlier today. Following the announcement of the full NHL schedule for the ’19-20 season, the Devils Twitter account was in a hyper mood. Especially with the first meeting … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft Surprises

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Derek

From Russia with love. Vasily Podkolzin goes to the @Canucks! 👏 #NHLDraft pic.twitter.com/gEp3Glp1pg — NHL (@NHL) June 22, 2019 On both Day 1 and 2, there were a few surprises at the NHL Draft in Vancouver. Before getting into which … Continue reading →

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Devils make blockbuster trade for PK Subban

Posted on June 22, 2019 by Derek

https://twitter.com/NJDevils/status/1142476686044254210?s=19 In a stunning move, the Devils have acquired defenseman PK Subban from the Predators. The 30-year old star blueliner was said to be made available by Nashville, who wanted to dump his salary to clear cap space to make … Continue reading →

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Rangers introduce the next franchise player in No. 2 pick Kaapo Kakko

Posted on June 22, 2019 by Derek

The moment Kaapo Kakko officially became a New York Ranger!#NYRDraft | @SAPSports pic.twitter.com/F2l1jRWrsL — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) June 22, 2019 Shortly after 8 PM (well 5 in Vancouver), the Rangers waited patiently for the Devils to make it official … Continue reading →

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Rangers take Kaapo Kakko

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Derek

Following the Devils doing a nice touch by having Hockey Hall of Famer Martin Brodeur introduce first overall pick in American center Jack Hughes, the Rangers wasted no time. General Manager Jeff Gorton didn’t even thank Vancouver or congratulate the … Continue reading →

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How Trouba fell into Gorton’s lap

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Derek

It never made any sense from the beginning. When the Rangers announced the trade last night for Jacob Trouba, the return the Winnipeg Jets got was for a better description, severely lacking. So, how did they only wind up with … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: How the Jeff Skinner contract by Sabres sets up the market

Posted on June 9, 2019 by Derek

IT’S DONE! We have signed forward Jeff Skinner to an eight-year contract with an average annual value of $9 million: https://t.co/X4sumuHW7H pic.twitter.com/Wwzk9qbPSk — Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) June 8, 2019 The much rumored new contract for Jeff Skinner finally came to … Continue reading →

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Jack Hughes has best game in Team USA elimination at Worlds

Posted on May 23, 2019 by Derek

It was quarterfinal day at the World Championships in Slovakia. Two of the four games went to overtime. Three were decided by a goal. That included Team USA against Russia. A game won by the more skilled Russians, 4-3. It’s … Continue reading →

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Rangers boost D prospect depth by signing Yegor Rykov to entry level contract

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Derek

OFFICIAL: #NYR have agreed to terms with defenseman Yegor Rykov on an entry-level contract. — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) May 20, 2019 Earlier today, the Rangers made it official. They signed defenseman Yegor Rykov to an entry level contract. Acquired … Continue reading →

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