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Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Devils Forward Named Top Breakout Candidate
has been highlighting one player from each team who has the potential to break out during the 2025-26 season. They revealed their pick for the New Jersey Devils on August 17, and they went with an interesting forward. Troy Perlowitz picked forward Dawson Mercer as the Devils' top fantasy breakout candidate for the 2025-26 season. Perlowitz argued that Mercer has the potential to be a 30-goal scorer for the Devils if he ends up playing in their top-six on the wing and on their second power-play unit. With the Devils not necessarily adding a true top-six winger this off-season, it would be massive for the Metropolitan Division club if Mercer can take that next step and become an impactful scorer for them. Merver hitting a new level should not be ruled out, as he is still only 23 years old and has had past offensive success. Mercer's best season was the 2022-23 campaign, as he set career highs with 27 goals, 29 assists, and 56 points in 82 games. However, he has also struggled to produce like that since, as he recorded 20 goals and 33 points in 2023-24 and 19 goals and 36 points this past season. Nevertheless, it is going to be interesting to see if Mercer can have a big breakout season for the Devils in 2025-26. If he ends up improving his offensive totals, it would be great for a Devils club looking to become true contenders. Former Devils Forward Signs With New Team A former New Jersey Devils forward has found his new home.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Canucks' Second-Line Center Hunt: Three Potential Trade Targets If Vancouver Moves A First-Rounder
With the Vancouver Canucks looking to build on last season's playoff success, but rebound from a terrible 2024-25 season, GM Patrik Allvin may be tempted to move a first-round pick to address the team's need for a second-line center. While free agency is one route (one that would save the Canucks an important asset), the trade market offers more intriguing — and possibly more impactful — options. Dawson Mercer is an interesting player because the Devils don't exactly know what he is. Drafted as a center but used primarily on the wing, he's known for his penalty-killing prowess and defensive reliability. His status as that kind of player might not make him worth a first-round pick (honestly, it doesn't), but he could be part of a much bigger trade that includes a first, Mercer, Quinn Hughes and someone like Simon Nemec and other Devils' assets. Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald recently called his team a group of underachievers, saying that the 'same group won't be coming back next season.' Mercer is a valuable player, especially for a team like Vancouver looking to bolster its forward depth. His $4-million cap hit may be slightly high based on current output, but if the Canucks believe he can play a consistent role, the two sides might be open to talking about trade. This has the feel of a much bigger trade that includes multiple pieces, if it were to happen. Trevor Zegras has long been rumored to be on the trade block, and with veteran coach Joel Quenneville likely having a say in personnel decisions, Zegras' future in Anaheim looks increasingly uncertain. The 24-year-old is a high-ceiling, dynamic playmaker who's flashed elite-level skill. However, he's coming off a disappointing, injury-limited season where he scored 32 points in 57 games. He carries a significant cap hit ($5.75 million), but it's not so high that, as the salary cap rises, and should he find his game, that he'd be anything shy of great value. With the Ducks possessing a surplus of young centers and a likely desire to build their core around pieces that are in it for the long haul, Zegras could be moved for the right return. Anaheim may need to retain salary or sweeten the deal, but Zegras would be a high-reward gamble. If the Canucks targeted Mika Zibanejad out of New York, it's because they learned a few things. First, he's open to a move, but keep in mind, he's got a no-move clause and leverage to control his future. Second, after a disappointing season, the Rangers are looking to shake up their leadership group. Third, the Canucks believe Zibanejad's down season was an anomaly. This would be arguably the boldest swing. Zibanejad's name has surfaced amid speculation the Rangers are looking to reset after missing the playoffs, and with a new head coach in Mike Sullivan, additional changes may be coming. The 32-year-old forward has expressed a desire to stay in New York, but he is aware he needs to take responsibility for his declining numbers (62 points in 2024-25, his lowest full-season total since 2017-18). Perhaps the emotional toll from trade rumors and seeing those he was close to in the rumor mill, or who had already moved, might change his stance on staying. Perhaps a fresh start could benefit both parties. The Canucks would have the cap space seeing as Brock Boeser is not returning. This is a long shot given the dynamics at play, but not impossible if the Rangers decide to retool more aggressively. Get the latest news and trending stories by following The Hockey News on Google News and by subscribing to The Hockey News newsletter here. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on
Reuters
30-04-2025
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- Reuters
NHL roundup: Hurricanes KO Devils in 2OT
April 30 - Sebastian Aho scored his second goal of the game at 4:17 of the second overtime period, and the Carolina Hurricanes advanced to the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with a 5-4 win against the New Jersey Devils in Game 5 on Tuesday in Raleigh, N.C. With less than a minute remaining on a high-sticking double minor to New Jersey's Dawson Mercer, Aho beat goalie Jacob Markstrom with a one-timer from the right circle. Aho also had an assist and Pyotr Kochetkov made 31 saves for the Hurricanes, who overcame a three-goal deficit on Tuesday to capture the best-of-seven series. Taylor Hall, Jackson Blake and Andrei Svechnikov also scored for Carolina, which will face either the Washington Capitals or the Montreal Canadiens in the next round. Carolina's Shayne Gostisbehere and Seth Jarvis each logged two assists. Stefan Noesen had a goal and an assist, and Brett Pesce had two assists for the Devils. Dawson Mercer, Timo Meier and Nico Hischier added goals, and Markstrom made 49 saves. Golden Knights 3, Wild 2 (OT) Brett Howden scored at 4:05 of overtime to give Vegas a victory over Minnesota in Game 5 of a Western Conference first-round playoff series in Las Vegas. William Karlsson scored a short-handed goal, Jack Eichel had two assists and Mark Stone also scored for the Golden Knights, who took a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series. Vegas' Adin Hill made 20 saves. Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy each scored a goal and Joel Eriksson Ek had two assists for the Wild. Filip Gustavsson stopped 23 shots before giving way to Marc-Andre Fleury at the start of the third period because of an illness. Fleury finished with six saves and moved past Martin Brodeur and Patrick Roy for the most Stanley Cup postseasons by a goalie in NHL history, 18. Senators 4, Maple Leafs 0 Linus Ullmark made 29 saves for his first career playoff shutout in Ottawa's win at Toronto in Game 5 of an Eastern Conference first-round series. The Maple Leafs lead the best-of-seven set 3-2, but the Senators have claimed the last two, and they host Game 6 on Thursday. Tim Stutzle and Brady Tkachuk each had a goal and two assists and Dylan Cozens and defenseman Thomas Chabot also scored for the Senators. Anthony Stolarz stopped 15 of 17 shots for the Maple Leafs, who have lost 13 of their past 14 chances to close out a playoff series. Oilers 3, Kings 1 Mattias Janmark scored the third-period go-ahead goal as visiting Edmonton beat Los Angeles to move one win away from advancing in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Evander Kane and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also scored for the Oilers in yet another comeback victory, which gives them a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference first-round series. Calvin Pickard made 21 saves. Andrei Kuzmenko scored for the Kings, who have lost three consecutive games. Darcy Kuemper gave Los Angeles a chance with a 43-save performance.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Devils look to keep win streak going, host the Bruins
Devils look to keep win streak going, host the Bruins Boston Bruins (31-38-9, in the Atlantic Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (41-29-7, in the Metropolitan Division) Newark, New Jersey; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils play the Boston Bruins with a three winning streak intact. Advertisement New Jersey has a 41-29-7 record overall and a 19-13-5 record on its home ice. The Devils have allowed 199 goals while scoring 229 for a +30 scoring differential. Boston has a 31-38-9 record overall and an 11-25-3 record on the road. The Bruins have allowed 258 goals while scoring 205 for a -53 scoring differential. The teams match up Tuesday for the second time this season. The Devils won the previous matchup 5-1. Dawson Mercer scored two goals in the win. TOP PERFORMERS: Jesper Bratt has scored 21 goals with 67 assists for the Devils. Nico Hischier has eight goals and six assists over the past 10 games. Advertisement Morgan Geekie has 29 goals and 22 assists for the Bruins. David Pastrnak has six goals and nine assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Devils: 5-4-1, averaging 2.9 goals, 5.1 assists, 2.6 penalties and 5.7 penalty minutes while giving up 2.8 goals per game. Bruins: 1-8-1, averaging 2.1 goals, 3.4 assists, 3.2 penalties and 8.5 penalty minutes while giving up 3.8 goals per game. INJURIES: Devils: None listed. Bruins: None listed. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Associated Press
07-04-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Devils look to keep win streak going, host the Bruins
Boston Bruins (31-38-9, in the Atlantic Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (41-29-7, in the Metropolitan Division) BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils play the Boston Bruins with a three winning streak intact. New Jersey has a 41-29-7 record overall and a 19-13-5 record on its home ice. The Devils have allowed 199 goals while scoring 229 for a +30 scoring differential. Boston has a 31-38-9 record overall and an 11-25-3 record on the road. The Bruins have allowed 258 goals while scoring 205 for a -53 scoring differential. The teams match up Tuesday for the second time this season. The Devils won the previous matchup 5-1. Dawson Mercer scored two goals in the win. TOP PERFORMERS: Jesper Bratt has scored 21 goals with 67 assists for the Devils. Nico Hischier has eight goals and six assists over the past 10 games. Morgan Geekie has 29 goals and 22 assists for the Bruins. David Pastrnak has six goals and nine assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Devils: 5-4-1, averaging 2.9 goals, 5.1 assists, 2.6 penalties and 5.7 penalty minutes while giving up 2.8 goals per game. Bruins: 1-8-1, averaging 2.1 goals, 3.4 assists, 3.2 penalties and 8.5 penalty minutes while giving up 3.8 goals per game.
