5 Early Predictions for the Devils’ 2025-26 Season
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The Hockey Writers
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The New Jersey Devils have high expectations for the 2025-26 NHL season, fueled by the rising star, Jack Hughes. As the team's core matures, Hughes is expected to take on a leadership role, showcasing his skills as one of the league’s top players. Alongside him, rivals like Nico Hischier and the dynamic duo of Dougie Hamilton and Jonas Siegenthaler will also play pivotal roles in driving the team's success.
In goal, the Devils will rely on the steady presence of Vitek Vanecek and the promising potential of Akira Schmid. Vanecek, with his experience, looks to anchor the team's defense while Schmid's recent performances indicate he could emerge as a strong contender for significant playing time. This combination could turn the Devils' net into one of the more formidable in the Eastern Conference.
The Devils' management has also emphasized the need for depth, with a commitment to bolstering their bottom-six forwards. Players like Tomas Tatar and Miles Wood will be critical in this regard, each bringing unique skills to support the core while contributing to both the offense and defense.
Fans should also keep an eye on the competition, particularly with rising teams such as the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes. The Devils will need to step up their game against these rivals to earn a spot in the playoffs, where they hope to make a deep run with their talented roster.
In goal, the Devils will rely on the steady presence of Vitek Vanecek and the promising potential of Akira Schmid. Vanecek, with his experience, looks to anchor the team's defense while Schmid's recent performances indicate he could emerge as a strong contender for significant playing time. This combination could turn the Devils' net into one of the more formidable in the Eastern Conference.
The Devils' management has also emphasized the need for depth, with a commitment to bolstering their bottom-six forwards. Players like Tomas Tatar and Miles Wood will be critical in this regard, each bringing unique skills to support the core while contributing to both the offense and defense.
Fans should also keep an eye on the competition, particularly with rising teams such as the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes. The Devils will need to step up their game against these rivals to earn a spot in the playoffs, where they hope to make a deep run with their talented roster.