The preseason kicks off for the New Jersey Devils as they prepare for games versus the Montreal Canadiens and Philadelphia Flyers.
Preseason hockey has arrived. The New Jersey Devils hit the ice Monday morning for two-morning skate sessions. The group staying behind in New Jersey skated first at 10:15 A.M.; the second group followed before traveling to Montreal in the afternoon.
The two rosters feature numerous NHL regulars and prospects looking to make a lasting impression.
Devils vs. Flyers @ Prudential Center
Last season, the Devils' record versus the Flyers was 2-2-0. Jack Hughes led all New Jersey Skaters with four points (three goals, one assist).
Hockey fans venturing to Newark will see a lineup headlined by Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, and Jesper Bratt. They will also see 19-year-old winger Josh Filmon, who stood out at development camp in July.
Projected Lineup
Forwards:
Alexander Holtz
Tyce Thompson
Nico Hischier
Shane Bowers
Ondrej Palat
Michael McLeod
Timo Meier
Brian Halonen
Ryan Schmelzer
Erik Haula
Jesper Bratt
Josh Filmon
Defensemen:
Brendan Smith
Dougie Hamilton
Cal Foote
Daniil Misyul
Santeri Hatakka
Kevin Bahl
Goaltenders:
Vitek Vanecek
Erik Kallgren
The organization confirmed that Ryan McGill and Chris Taylor will be behind the bench along with one of the organization's American Hockey League coaches.
Watch & Listen: The game can be streamed on the Devils' official website and can be heard on the Devils Hockey Network.
Devils @ Canadiens @ Bell Centre
Last season, the Devils' record versus the Canadiens was 2-1-0. J. Hughes led all New Jersey Skaters with five points (two goals, three assists).
Jack Hughes headlines the group that will travel to Montreal along with Tyler Toffoli, a member of the Canadiens from 2020 to 2022.
Projected Lineup
Forwards:
Graeme Clarke
Kyle Criscuolo
Justin Dowling
Nolan Foote
Joe Gambardella
Jack Hughes
Curtis Lazar
Dawson Mercer
Tomas Nosek
Xavier Parent
Chris Tierney
Tyler Toffoli
Max Willman
Defensemen:
John Marino
Colin Miller
Simon Nemec
Jonas Siegenthaler
Topias Vilen
Michael Vukojevic
Goaltenders:
Akira Schmid
Keith Kinkaid
The organization confirmed that Travis Green, Sergei Brylin, and Kevin Dineen will be behind the bench.
Watch: The game can be streamed on the Devils' official website.
Kristy's 3 Players to Watch
1. Alexander Holtz (New Jersey)
2. Simon Nemec (Montreal)
3. Kevin Bahl (New Jersey)