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    KristyFlannery·15h·Partner
    Sheldon Keefe Provides Update on Devils Defenseman
    After participating in pre-game warmups, Luke Hughes was a late scratch for the New Jersey Devils Friday night against the Winnipeg Jets.  The organization announced via social media that Hughes (lower body, precautionary) would not play.  Head coach Sheldon Keefe provided an additional update on the young defenseman after the Devils' 4-0 loss at Canada Life Centre. "He wanted to play today, but he is not at 100 percent," Keefe told NJD.TV. "There was a good chance that playing the game today would have made it worse. With another game tomorrow and obviously more still to come, we just felt the right thing for him, and our team was to give him the night off. [...] We can call it day-to-day at this point." The 21-year-old will be re-evaluated tomorrow.  Hughes has appeared in 64 games this season and has 38 points (six goals, 32 assists). He became the first Devils defenseman since Brian Rafalski to record consecutive 30-plus assist seasons.  New Jersey is currently without defensemen Dougie Hamilton and Jonas Siegenthaler and forwards Jack Hughes and Cody Glass.  The Devils will wrap up their three-game road trip against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday evening.  Make sure you bookmark THN's New Jersey Devils site for THN's latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. The Mental Side of the Game: Devils Players & Mental Skills Coach Andy Swärd Take You Behind the Scenes EXCLUSIVE: Q&A With MSG Networks Host & Analyst Rachel Herzog Hischier's Manager Patrick Fischer: 'He's Driven to Succeed, but Not Easily Satisfied'
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    KristyFlannery·18h·Partner
    Devils Turn To Jake Allen Against Jets In First Half Of Back-To-Back
    The New Jersey Devils will turn to Jake Allen Friday night at Canada Life Centre against the Winnipeg Jets.  The 34-year-old will get his first crack at the top team in the Western Conference this season after his tandem partner, Jacob Markstrom, saw six pucks in his net earlier this month in the Devils' 6-1 loss to the Jets in Newark.  Allen enters this game with a 12-14-1 record, a 2.56 goals-against average, and a .913 save percentage. He has three wins over his last five games and a 9-8-3 record against Winnipeg.  The Devils will have a difficult task ahead of them as the Jets have a 26-6-4 record in their home arena.  "There is a reason they are a 100-point team, already clinched playoffs, that is not by chance," Brenden Dillon said to NJD.TV. "I am not surprised to see where they are at. They are very disciplined, they have got great leadership, they have got skill, grit. Their goaltender is arguably the best goalie in the world, so they have got everything that it takes to win. I think for our group we have just got to be prepared for it."  New Jersey's head coach, Sheldon Keefe, will use the following lineup against Connor Hellebuyck and the Jets: Ondrej Palat - Nico Hischier - Timo Meier  Erik Haula - Dawson Mercer - Jesper Bratt Paul Cotter - Justin Dowling - Stefan Noesen Tomas Tatar - Curtis Lazar - Nathan Bastian  Luke Hughes - Brett Pesce Brian Dumoulin - Johnathan Kovacevic  Brenden Dillon - Simon Nemec  Jake Allen  Make sure you bookmark THN's New Jersey Devils site for THN's latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. The Mental Side of the Game: Devils Players & Mental Skills Coach Andy Swärd Take You Behind the Scenes EXCLUSIVE: Q&A With MSG Networks Host & Analyst Rachel Herzog Hischier's Manager Patrick Fischer: 'He's Driven to Succeed, but Not Easily Satisfied'
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    Michael DeRosa·1d·Partner
    Should The New Jersey Devils Extend Jake Allen?
    The New Jersey Devils have several pending free agents they will need to make decisions with. Among the most notable of their pending unrestricted free agents is goaltender Jake Allen. Allen, 34, has had a strong season with the Devils in 2024-25. In 27 appearances this campaign, he has a .913 save percentage, a 2.56 goals-against average, and four shutouts.  Allen has also been heating up down the stretch. In his last 13 appearances for the Devils, he has a 7-6-0 record, a .927 save percentage, and a 2.30 goals-against average. This includes stopping 45 out of 46 shots in the Devils' 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 17. He also has two shutouts over that span.  Overall, Allen has been quite solid with the Devils this campaign and is serving well as Jacob Markstrom's backup. With this, it is fair to wonder if the Devils will aim to extend him beyond this season. Do you think the Devils should keep Allen around? Vote in the poll above to share your thoughts. Recent Devils News  New Jersey Devils Sign Intriguing Prospect  New Jersey Devils Forward Is Heating Up Big Time Should The New Jersey Devils Extend Cody Glass? New Jersey Devils Recall Forward From AHL New Devils Forward Is Continuing To Thrive Devils' Jesper Bratt Close To Setting New Impressive Career-High Devils Star Jesper Bratt Rewarded For Incredible Week Former Devils Forward Having Career Year With New Team
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    KristyFlannery·1d·Partner
    Devils Q&A: 5 Random Questions With Nathan Bastian
    Over six years, Nathan Bastian has suited up for 259 games as a member of the New Jersey Devils. The 27-year-old has carved out a role as a fourth-line winger who plays a reliable and simple game.  After a recent practice, The Hockey News sat with Bastian for a quick mini Q&A before he boarded the bus for the team's current road trip. During the interview, he spoke about his love for the game, career trajectory, and more. Please note that this interview has been edited for length and clarity.  The Hockey News: Lisa Kudrow has publicly spoken about how it took a few years to settle into her Friends character, Phoebe Buffay. How long did it take you to know your role, get comfortable, and understand what it takes to be an NHLer, day in and day out? Nathan Bastian: It takes some time. I don't know how to put a number on that.  I don't know if you are ever comfortable, but I knew my role pretty quickly and accepted it. I think it is two different things to know your role and be comfortable in it.  THN: Is there a particular moment in your career that you would love to say or show to your younger self to say this is going to be you in the future? Bastian: There are certain things that are part of (the process), just growing up and learning everything.   I would probably tell my younger self that the little things that people say to you and the little things that happen to you are not as big of a deal as they seem. It is really not a big deal, and it is all going to be okay.  THN: Was there ever a moment in your career when you started to lose your love for the game? Bastian: I wouldn't say lose my love because I love hockey, but there are definitely tough stretches.  When you have no confidence, things are much, much harder. Still, deep down, you still love the game. Even if I was having a tough time here, if my buddies were playing pond hockey back home, I still would want to play. I wouldn't hate the game, but this here is a little different. This is hard. THN: What has hockey given you? Bastian: Pretty much everything. So many good relationships. Aside from my high school buddies, all my best friends. An opportunity to live in an amazing city. You know, the chance to grow up and mature faster than most people. I was on my own from 15 years old, that is when I moved out.  Obviously, financially (I am fortunate). So yeah, everything. THN: At this point, does hockey feel like a job to you, or is it still your passion that you have had since you were a kid? Bastian: You know, you have to remind yourself how lucky you are and how fortunate you are.  You treat it like a job; you take pride in your work. You know, when things are good, it doesn't feel like a job. Some days, it feels like a job. When things are good, it is not a job. It is so much fun. Make sure you bookmark THN's New Jersey Devils site for THN's latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. The Mental Side of the Game: Devils Players & Mental Skills Coach Andy Swärd Take You Behind the Scenes EXCLUSIVE: Q&A With MSG Networks Host & Analyst Rachel Herzog Hischier's Manager Patrick Fischer: 'He's Driven to Succeed, but Not Easily Satisfied'
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    KristyFlannery·2d·Partner
    Devils Earn Victory Over Blackhawks, End 3-Game Skid
    On Wednesday, the New Jersey Devils earned two points in a must-win game against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, celebrating a 5-3 victory. Nathan Bastian, Timo Meier, Ondrej Palat, Dawson Mercer, and Stefan Noesen scored. Goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 21 saves on 24 shots for a .875 save percentage.  In his return to the lineup after serving as a healthy scratch, Bastian scored the game's opening goal at the 6:23 mark of the first period. Luke Hughes and Tomas Tatar assisted the 6-foot-4 winger's fourth goal of the season.  "You get taken out of the lineup just because you are flat-out not playing well enough, so it is unfortunate, but it kind of gives you a chance to reset. Sometimes guys need that, and they don't know that they need that," Bastian said to NJD.TV. "I felt a little more jump today, I was excited to play. It was really nice to make the most of it." Meier extended New Jersey's lead 27 seconds later. While the Devils were on the power play, the Swiss forward scored his eighth goal of the month. Meier Madness lives on.  The Blackhawks potted their first of the night with 10 minutes remaining in the opening frame. Devils defenseman Simon Nemec was called for interference against Tyler Bertuzzi, and seven seconds into the power play, Bertuzzi scored.  New Jersey entered the first intermission with a 2-1 lead.  Palat extended his team's lead to 3-1 three minutes into the second period while the Devils were shorthanded. Jesper Bratt picked up the lone assist to tie his career-high in points for a single season (83).  The Blackhawks pulled within one with Ilya Mikheyev 17th's goal of the season. Chicago briefly believed the game was tied, but the goal was called back due to a high stick.  Mercer scored New Jersey's fourth goal on the power play. Hughes picked up his third assist of the night, and with his secondary assist, Bratt earned a career-high in points for a single season with 84.  The Devils skated into the second intermission with a 4-2 lead.  With three minutes remaining, the Blackhawks pulled their goaltender, Spencer Knight, for the extra attacker. Frank Nazar pulled his team within one for a 4-3 score. Connor Bedard picked up his first point against the Devils on the play as he was credited with the secondary assist.  Noesen hit the empty net with seconds remaining to seal a 5-3 victory. It marked his 20th goal of the season and the first time the 32-year-old hit the milestone. Nico Hischier picked up the lone assist to extend his point streak to eight games, which matched his career high.  The Devils will continue their road trip and travel north to play the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night at Canada Life Centre. "Just what we needed for the start of the road trip," Mercer said to NJD.TV. "Get two points under our belt and be happy with our game, moving on now for the next one. It's great when everyone contributes when we get a win like that." Make sure you bookmark THN's New Jersey Devils site for THN's latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. The Mental Side of the Game: Devils Players & Mental Skills Coach Andy Swärd Take You Behind the Scenes EXCLUSIVE: Q&A With MSG Networks Host & Analyst Rachel Herzog Hischier’s Manager Patrick Fischer: 'He’s Driven to Succeed, but Not Easily Satisfied'
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    RyanGagne·Feb 19, 2025
    Devils Lose Key Defenseman With No Timetable For Return
    The Devils defenseman suffered a lower-body injury against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Feb. 4.
    thehockeynews.comDevils Lose Key Defenseman With No Timetable For ReturnThe Devils defenseman suffered a lower-body injury against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Feb. 4.
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    RyanGagne·Feb 19, 2025
    Devils' Forward Eliminated From 4 Nations Face-Off
    Team Finland has been eliminated from the 4 Nations Face-Off Monday afternoon.
    thehockeynews.comDevils' Forward Eliminated From 4 Nations Face-OffTeam Finland has been eliminated from the 4 Nations Face-Off Monday afternoon.
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    RyanGagne·Feb 19, 2025
    Devils' Allen & Daws Talk Confidence & The Mental Challenges of Goaltending
    New Jersey Devils goaltenders Nico Daws and Jake Allen share their views on confidence and the mental challenges of goaltending.
    thehockeynews.comDevils' Allen & Daws Talk Confidence & The Mental Challenges of GoaltendingNew Jersey Devils goaltenders Nico Daws and Jake Allen share their views on confidence and the mental challenges of goaltending.
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    RyanGagne·Feb 19, 2025
    Devils' Star Forward Picks Up Assist In Sweden's 4-3 Overtime Loss To Canada
    New Jersey Devils winger Jesper Bratt picked up his first assist of the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament.
    thehockeynews.comDevils' Star Forward Picks Up Assist In Sweden's 4-3 Overtime Loss To CanadaNew Jersey Devils winger Jesper Bratt picked up his first assist of the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament.
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    RyanGagne·Feb 12, 2025
    Devils' Goaltending Prospect Shines In Beanpot Championship
    Goaltender Mikhail Yegorov makes a name for himself month after the New Jersey Devils selected him in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
    thehockeynews.comDevils' Goaltending Prospect Shines In Beanpot ChampionshipGoaltender Mikhail Yegorov makes a name for himself month after the New Jersey Devils selected him in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
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