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Congrats to the Bratts:
“All in all, Mehta’s business has directly opened a plethora of different doors in the event that things don’t go as planned to begin 2026-27. From the roster to the Comets to the coaching staff, the Devils have fallback after fallback to resort to. Bar none, it should be regarded as the biggest plus of Mehta’s short tenure as the Devils’ GM.” [Infernal Access]
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“Mercer is coming off a solid season, but he has failed to take that step forward many of us have been hoping for since the 2022-23 season. While it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Mercer start 2026-27 with the Devils, it may only be a matter of time before GM Sunny Mehta trades him for an upgrade.” [Devils on the Rush ($)]
“The three-goalie tandem is becoming more popular in the NHL. Just last season, the Buffalo Sabres and Carolina Hurricanes leaned on this system, with both teams finding success by making the playoffs, and in the Hurricanes’ case, winning the Stanley Cup. More teams look to be in a position for a three-goalie tandem this season, including the Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens and New Jersey Devils. Devils’ goaltender Jake Allen joined Daily Faceoff Live last week to talk about the pros and cons of the three-goalie tandem.” [Daily Faceoff]
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Who is still left on the UFA market? [Daily Faceoff]
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Cole Sillinger gets a three-year deal:
“Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill said signing winger Jason Robertson to a long-term contract remains his goal, after the two sides ended a contentious negotiation with a one-year deal this week.” [ESPN]
“After leading the Vegas Golden Knights on a surprising run to the Stanley Cup Final this spring, John Tortorella has no interest in walking away from the game.” [TSN]
“Who’s every team’s biggest on-ice villain from a rival opponent in franchise history? The Athletic asked its staff this week.” [The Athletic ($)]
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