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Full New Jersey Devils Roster for 2015-16 Season

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 10:20 PM.

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Centers

NHL
Adam Henrique - 85 overall, 25 years old
Jacob Josefson - 83 overall, 24 years old
Travis Zajac - 82 overall, 30 years old
Stephen Gionta - 78 overall, 31 years old

Minors
Graham Black - 73 overall, 22 years old
Axel Holmstrom - 70 overall, 19 years old
Ryan Kujawinski - 67 overall, 20 years old
Mathias Karlsson - 67 overall, 20 years old
Dryden Hunt - 64 overall, 19 years old
Mitchell Marner - 62 overall, 18 years old
Dylan Strome - 61 overall, 18 years old

Left Wing

NHL
Mike Cammalleri - 86 overall, 33 years old
Ryan Clowe - 84 overall, 33 years old
Tuomo Ruutu - 81 overall, 32 years old
Reid Boucher - 80 overall, 22 years old
Stefan Matteau - 77 overall, 21 years old

Minors
Mattias Tedenby - 77 overall, 25 years old
Ben Thomson - 73 overall, 22 years old
Victor Olofsson - 70 overall, 20 years old
Ben Johnson - 71 overall, 21 years old
Joseph Blandisi - 69 overall, 21 years old
Robers Lipsbergs - 69 overall, 21 years old
John Quenneville - 67 overall, 19 years old

Right Wing

NHL
Justin Williams - 86 overall, 33 years old
Kyle Palmieri - 83 overall, 24 years old
Jordin Tootoo - 79 overall, 32 years old

Minors
Myles Bell - 71 overall, 22 years old
Mike Sislo - 71 overall, 27 years old
Connor Chatham - 68 overall, 19 years old
Vic Zanon - 65 overall, 19 years old
Brandon Baddock - 65 overall, 20 years old
Carter Hansen - 64 overall, 20 years old

Defensemen

NHL
Adam Larsson - 85 overall, 22 years old
Eric Gelinas - 85 overall, 24 years old
Andy Greene - 84 overall, 32 years old
Jon Merrill - 83 overall, 23 years old
Damon Severson - 80 overall, 21 years old
Corey Potter - 79 overall, 31 years old

Minors
Seth Helgeson - 77 overall, 24 years old
Brandon Burion - 75 overall, 25 years old
Reece Scarlett - 73 overall, 22 years old
Raman Hrabarenka - 70 overall, 23 years old
Dan Kelly - 68 overall, 26 years old
Eetu Sopanen - 66 overall, 19 years old
Ryan Rehill - 66 overall, 19 years old

Goalies

NHL
Cory Schneider - 88 overall, 29 years old
Keith Kinkaid - 79 overall, 26 years old

Minors
Scott Wedgewood - 74 overall, 23 years old
Ken Appleby - 67 overall, 20 years old
Anthony Brodeur - 65 overall, 20 years old

Devils sign eight players as free agency ends

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 09:59 PM.

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While the New Jersey Devils may not have gotten every player they chased after in the free agency window, they did manage to sign both NHL ready players and some more prospects to add to their pool in Albany.

While Marty St. Louis rejected New Jersey in favor of Winnipeg, Kevin Gravel in favor of Calgary, Cody Franson in favor of San Jose, and Brenden Burke in favor of Philadelphia, as well as a late offer for Joel Ward who turned down New Jersey for Florida, the Devils did manage to sign veteran "Mister Game 7" Justin Williams as well as previous signing Victor Olofsson. Also joining the Devils is NHL defender Corey Potter, previously of the Edmonton Oilers. Here is a rundown of the Devils' free agency acquisitions:

Justin Williams - 33 yrs old, 2 years 4.750M
Axel Holmstrom - 19 yrs old, 1 year 0.575M
Dryden Hunt - 19 yrs old, 3 year 0.550M
Mathias Karlsson - 20 yrs old, 3 year 0.550M
Roberts Lipsbergs - 21 yrs old, 3 year 0.550M
Victor Olofsson - 20 yrs old, 2 year 0.575M
Corey Potter - 31 yrs old, 1 year 0.900M
Ken Appleby - 20 yrs old, 3 year 0.550M

Victor Olofsson agrees to 2 year contract

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 09:32 PM.

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19 year old free agent right winger Victor Olofsson and the Devils have come to agreement on a 2 year conctract at 0.575M, which will see Olofsson begin his tenure with the Devils at their AHL affiliate Albany.

Devils extend offers to six free agents

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 09:31 PM.

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It's reported among sources that the New Jersey Devils have extended free agent offers to six players today. These players include wingers Marty St. Louis, Justin Williams, and Victor Olofsson, defensemen Kevin Gravel and Cody Franson, and goalie Brendan Burke.

St. Louis, Williams lead weak free agent class

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 09:18 PM.

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The 2015 free agent class is considered weak by many when compared to previous seasons. Here is a rundown of the top 5 free agents at each position:

C
Mike Ribeiro
Mike Fisher
Jared Stoll
Jacob Josefson (RFA)
Andrei Loktionov

LW
Curtis Glencross
Marty Havlat
Shawn Matthias
Blake Comeau
T.J. Galiardi

RW
Marty St. Louis
Justin Williams
Joel Ward
Steve Downie
Michael Ryder

D
Paul Martin
Cody Franson
Jeff Petry
Johnny Oduya
Barret Jackman

G
Peter Budaj
Tim Thomas
Drew MacIntyre
Nikolai Khabibulin
Scott Clemmensen

With the New Jersey Devils sitting 19 million dollars under the cap, and holes to fill in both the NHL level wing and defense positions, expect them to make a couple big signings to jump start the rebuild and push their prospects to play at the NHL level.

Devils continue rebuild path with release of players

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 09:07 PM.

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The New Jersey Devils today have allowed 16 players who were part of the organization last year to test the waters of free agency, allowing the rebuild to continue. Among those players who did not have their contracts renewed include wingers Marty Havlat and Michael Ryder, defensemen Peter Harrold and Mark Fraser, and veteran centerman Scott Gomez.

Contracts were offered to 7 Devils players, including Eric Gelinas, Seth Helgeson, Adam Larsson and Ryan Kijawinski, while two players had qualifying offers extended to them. Here is the full list of the Devils re-signings.

UFA Darcy Zajac Released
UFA Ryan Kujawinski Entry Level 3 year, 0.675M
UFA Tim Sestito Released
UFA Mark Fraser Released
UFA Peter Harrold Released
UFA Corbin McPherson Released
UFA Marty Havlat Released
UFA Harri Pesonen Released
UFA Joe Whitney Released
UFA Steve Bernier Released
UFA Cam Janssen Released
UFA Michael Ryder Released
UFA Jordin Tootoo 1 year, 0.850M
UFA Scott Clemmensen Released
UFA Anthony Brodeur Entry Level 3 year, 0.675M
UFA Scott Gomez Released

RFA Maxime Clermont Released
RFA Myles Bell Qualified
RFA Eric Gelinas 2 year 3.600M bridge
RFA Seth Helgeson 2 year 0.700M bridge
RFA Jacob Josefson Qualified
RFA Adam Larsson 3 year 2.475M bridge
RFA Mattias Tedenby 2 year 0.700M bridge
RFA Scott Timmins Released
RFA David Wohlberg Released

The New Jersey Devils also regretfully inform their fans that Patrik Elias and Bryce Salvador have both decided to retire from the NHL. The Devils organization wants to thank them for everything they have done during their time here and wish them nothing but the best for their futures.

2015 NHL Entry Draft finishes, McDavid goes 1st overall

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 08:42 PM.

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As nearly every hockey fan expected - Connor McDavid was the first player selected in this year's NHL Entry draft. While it is unclear at this time if he will sign immediately with the Sabres or remain for at least another year in Erie, one thing is certain - the Sabres just got a whole lot scarier a couple years down the road.

The New Jersey Devils were the league's biggest movers during the draft phase, completing a total of four trades as their new GM's attempt to overhaul the roster and prospect pool. New Jersey was offered to trade down two slots in the first round, and decided send their pick to Toronto in exchange for Toronto's number four selection and a third rounder, which was used by Toronto to select WHL standout Mathew Barzal, while New Jersey selected Connor McDavid's teammate Dylan Strome.

New Jersey also bolstered it's NHL level attack by completing a series of two trades - one sending right winger Dainius Zubrus to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for Boston's third round selection at 90th overall, while the other brought former Anaheim Duck winger Kyle Palmieri to town in exchange for the Devil's own second round selection in addition to the third rounder obtained from Toronto.

New Jersey's final trade resulted in the appearance of London Knight centerman Mitchell Marner being available at the 30th overall pick, just two slots ahead of where the Devils' selection lied. With Arizona holding the pick from Chicago as a result of the Antoine Vermette trade this past season, New Jersey offered it's 32nd overall pick in the second round along with Florida's selection in the second round, which Arizona accepted.

Complete 2015 NHL Entry Draft First Round

Buffalo Sabres - C. McDavid C
Toronto Maple Leafs (from NJ) - M. Barzal C
Arizona Coyotes - N. Meloche D
New Jersey Devils (from NSH, TOR) - D. Strome C
Edmonton Oilers - O. Kylington D
Colorado Avalanche - D. Yan LW Shawinigan (QMJHL)
Columbus Blue Jackets - R. Pilon D
Los Angeles Kings - T. Konecny C
Calgary Flames - G. Bouramman D
Carolina Hurricanes - A. Saarela C
Montreal Canadiens - A. Strand D
Detroit Red Wings - S. Zborovskiy D
Florida Panthers - D. Timashov LW
Toronto Maple Leafs - D. Tobia G
Winnipeg Jets - N. Korostelev RW
Dallas Stars - J. Zboril D
Ottawa Senators - L. Crouse LW
Vancouver Canucks - N. Roy C
Philadelphia Flyers - A. Marsh LW
Winnipeg Jets (from NYI) - J. Roy D
Buffalo Sabres (from STL) - P. Zacha LW
Tampa Bay Lightning (from NYR) - V. Taratukhin D
San Jose Sharks - P. Bittner LW
Philadelphia Flyers (from TB) - D. Sprong RW
Minnesota Wild - F. Chlapik C
Edmonton Oilers (from PIT) - S. Leblanc D
Anaheim Ducks - V. Dunn D
Washington Capitals - Y. Derlyuk G
Boston Bruins - P. Fedorov G
New Jersey Devils (from CHI, ARI) - M. Marner C

New Jersey Devils 2015 Draft Selections

1st round, 4th overall - Dylan Strome, C, Erie (OHL)
1st round, 30th overall - Mitchell Marner, C, London (OHL)
3rd round, 62nd overall - Eetu Sopanen, D, Lahti (Liiga)
4th round, 92nd overall - Carter Hansen, RW, Regina (WHL)
6th round, 152nd overall - Vic Zanon, RW, NCAA

Trades around the NHL

New Jersey receives: 2015 1st round pick (4th), 2015 3rd round pick
Toronto receives: 2015 1st round pick (2nd), 2016 4th round pick

It was reported in the days leading up to the draft that Toronto had its eyes set on Barzal and Barzal only.

New Jersey receives: 2015 2nd round pick (from BOS)
Tampa Bay receives: Dainius Zubrus

Zubrus gets his chance to run at a cup one last time on a team that has a deficiency in NHL level wingers.

New Jersey receives: 2015 1st round pick (30th, from CHI and ARI)
Arizona receives: 2015 2nd round pick (from BOS), 2015 2nd round pick (from FLA)

New Jersey had its mind made up that they wanted Marner, and with Arizona selecting defense at the third overall slot, the possibility of missing out was too great to not move up.

New Jersey receives: Kyle Palmieri
Anaheim receives: 2015 2nd round pick (from NJ), 2015 3rd round pick (from TOR)

Anaheim is granted some cap relief and is able to gain two decently high selections to add to their prospect pool. New Jersey adds a young and gritty winger to help shape the team during the rebuild.

Nashville receives: A. Tanguay
Colorado receives: 2016 2nd round pick, 2016 3rd round pick

Nashville receives: B. Campbell, J. J�gr
Florida receives: 2016 1st round pick (from NSH), M. Gortz, J. Alm

Sabres win "McDavid Sweepstakes", Devils come in second

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 08:30 PM.

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The Buffalo Sabres have been named victors in the "Connor McDavid Sweepstakes" after winning the NHL Entry Draft Lottery. The New Jersey Devils came in second place, while the Arizona Coyotes came in third.

While Buffalo is seen as almost a for sure lock on taking Connor McDavid first overall, the Devils rumor mill has been churning that the 2nd overall pick may be up for grabs in a trade, as the Devils are keen to add more picks to bolster the somewhat thin prospect pool. With aging forwards taking up most of the 12 forward slots, expect this draft to be offense heavy for the Devils.

Complete NHL 2015 Entry Draft Order

1. Buffalo Sabres
2. New Jersey Devils
3. Arizona Coyotes
4. Toronto Maple Leafs (from NSH)
5. Edmonton Oilers
6. Colorado Avalanche
7. Columbus Blue Jackets
8. Los Angeles Kings
9. Calgary Flames
10. Carolina Hurricanes
11. Montreal Canadiens
12. Detroit Red Wings
13. Florida Panthers
14. Toronto Maple Leafs
15. Winnipeg Jets
16. Dallas Stars
17. Ottawa Senators
18. Vancouver Canucks
19. Philadelphia Flyers
20. Winnipeg Jets (from NYI)
21. Buffalo Sabres (from STL)
22. Tampa Bay Lightning (from NYR)
23. San Jose Sharks
24. Philadelphia Flyers (from TB)
25. Minnesota Wild
26. Edmonton Oilers (from PIT)
27. Anaheim Ducks
28. Washington Capitals
29. Boston Bruins
30. Arizona Coyotes (from CHI)

New Jersey Devils Draft Picks

1st round, 2nd overall
2nd round, 32nd overall
2nd round, 43rd (from FLA)
3rd round, 62nd overall
4th round, 122nd overall
6th round, 182nd overall

New Jersey Devils finish with second worst record; Blackhawks win Stanley Cup

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 07:07 PM.

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Despite their 7-2 win over the Florida Panthers in their final regular season game of the 2014-2015 NHL season, the New Jersey Devils have finished with the second worst record in the league, amassing only 72 points to the Presidents' Trophy winning Pittsburgh Penguins' 117. Buffalo was the only team to obtain fewer points this season than the Devils at 61.

The Chicago Blackhawks have won their sixth Stanley Cup since their formation in the "Original Six", also their third in six years, after defeating the Boston Bruins in a 4-0 sweep. Corey Crawford was awarded the Conn Smythe trophy for his part in the sweep of the Bruins.

Here are your full NHL award winners for the 2014-2015 season:

Art Ross: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay
Hart Memorial: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay
James Norris: Alex Pietrangelo, St. Louis
Lady Byng Memorial: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay
Calder Memorial: Johnny Gaudreau, Calgary
Conn Smythe: Corey Crawford, Chicago
Vezina Trophy: Marc Andre-Fleury, Pittsburgh
William M. Jennings: Henrik Lundqvist, New York R
Bill Masterton Memorial: Mark Fayne, Edmonton
Frank J. Selke: Pavel Datsyuk, Detroit
Ted Lindsay Award: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay
Maurice Richard Award: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay