NEW JERSEY DEVILS

The next chapter for the New Jersey Devils has officially begun, and it is already unfolding with urgency, scrutiny, and a level of organizational...

For hockey fans in New Jersey, summer isn't just about the boardwalk and beaches; it's a thrilling, often nail-biting period known as the NHL offseason. It's a time of strategic decisions, high-stakes negotiations, and the annual "Christmas in July" tradition of free agency. With the new league year officially beginning, the New Jersey Devils are deeply immersed in shaping their roster for a competitive run. At Explore New Jersey, we're dedicated to bringing you closer to the heart of the action, whether it's on the ice at Prudential Center or in the strategic war rooms during the offseason. For a comprehensive look at the Devils, local hockey news, and the broader world of the sport...

In the third round of the 2024 Draft, the New Jersey Devils selected Swedish winger Herman Träff. He turned 19 on New Year’s Eve and has already found success playing in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL), Sweden’s highest level of pro hockey. The 6-foot-3, 216-pound winger is not afraid to get involved physically, often scoring his goals in and around the blue paint. Despite very limited ice time playing for HV71 in the SHL, he’s scored seven points in 19 games, a per-game pace comparable with some first-round picks in the same draft class. He cracked the roster for Team Sweden at the World Junior Championships (WJC) in Ottawa, scoring two goals on his birthday against...