Devils discussion (news, notes and speculation) - 2026-27 offseason part III

[Cheddabombs]

Going to need more trades today please

 

[Devils Trap]

Going to need more trades today please

Heard we traded @My3Sons after you didnt waive your NMC

 

[Nubmer6]

Heard we traded @My3Sons after you didnt waive your NMC

That's just an unsubstantiated rumor.

 

[Tundra]

Does Robertson really change the trajectory of the organization, with it's many flaws? Probably not. Considering his age, projected output and cap hit?

 

[Devils Trap]

That's just an unsubstantiated rumor.

Sorry its E5 confirmed. You cant shake this one

 

[SpeakingOfTheDevils]

Robertson (and fam) has put down roots in Dallas, unless something goes horribly wrong, he’s not moving.

By all accounts, a Robertson extension in Dallas is unlikely. If he wants to stay, he's going to have to significantly adjust his contract ask.

I also don't put a ton of stock into "roots" these days. It's kind of a free-for-all out there.

 

[Devils Trap]

By all accounts, a Robertson extension in Dallas is unlikely. If he wants to stay, he's going to have to significantly adjust his contract ask.

I also don't put a ton of stock into "roots" these days. It's kind of a free-for-all out there.

Fun fact Jason Robertson grew up a Devils fan! Little discount for that please?

 

[devilsblood]

How often are preseason games in the "RWJB Hockey House"? Might be a fun one to attend.

 

[devilsblood]

I bet Robertson gets a NMC.........

 

[Devils Trap]

All in on the 3rd / 4th line depth role. Rather put players like this over some overpaid "tough" guy

 

[MartyOwns]

Does Robertson really change the trajectory of the organization, with it's many flaws? Probably not. Considering his age, projected output and cap hit?

landing some big fish UFA’s goes a long way in this league, be it other UFA’s or players requesting a trade. not only would we be getting insanely better, but it puts us on the map again. both are huge to make nj a desirable destination.

 

[Devils Trap]

landing some big fish UFA’s goes a long way in this league, be it other UFA’s or players requesting a trade. not only would we be getting insanely better, but it puts us on the map again. both are huge to make nj a desirable destination.

100% correct. Its also a HUGE name player that makes players (like Quinn Hughes) go WOW.

It puts the league on notice, Jrob is a premier winger in the NHL

 

[Better Call Sal]

Wait, were playing the Islanders 4 times in the preseason and the only other two games are the Rangers?

That’s hilarious. Cost of gas hitting everyone hard.

 

[SteveCangialosi123]

All in on the 3rd / 4th line depth role. Rather put players like this over some overpaid "tough" guy

 

[PKs Broken Stick]

Does Robertson really change the trajectory of the organization, with it's many flaws? Probably not. Considering his age, projected output and cap hit?

He isn't old...

 

[TrufleShufle]

 

[Devils Trap]

We are most likely targeting a Top 6 Winger and potentially a Bottom 6 Center. Dont think we want a Top 6 C

 

[guitarguyvic]

In light of this Nemec trade…I'm trusting Sunny to assess talent well and take risks accordingly.

What I’m more interested/concerned with is how he manages the human element. There’s a lot of smoke that things haven’t been kosher in the locker room and that some players on this roster just simply don’t seem to have the intensity and will to win that’s needed, and I’m convinced that’s contributed to the shit results on the ice. That needs to be factored in to the roster construction decisions. It’s not something that can be measured with analytics. Sunny needs to show he can manage this aspect of things and build a team that has the intensity and chemistry of a contender. That could mean shipping out players that might not look bad analytically but are nonetheless making the team worse for intangible reasons.

 

[devilsblood]

Wait, were playing the Islanders 4 times in the preseason and the only other two games are the Rangers?

That’s hilarious. Cost of gas hitting everyone hard.

Surprised to see no Philly.

 

[PKs Broken Stick]

In light of this Nemec trade…I'm trusting Sunny to assess talent well and take risks accordingly.

What I’m more interested/concerned with is how he manages the human element. There’s a lot of smoke that things haven’t been kosher in the locker room and that some players on this roster just simply don’t seem to have the intensity and will to win that’s needed, and I’m convinced that’s contributed to the shit results on the ice. That needs to be factored in to the roster construction decisions. It’s not something that can be measured with analytics. Sunny needs to show he can manage this aspect of things and build a team that has the intensity and chemistry of a contender. That could mean shipping out players that might not look bad analytically but are nonetheless making the team worse for intangible reasons.

The Panthers did this well, but yea I have a feeling it was Zito responsible for that and Mehta just presented the players using analytics. Remains to be seen if that's true and / or he learned a thing or 2 from Zito.

Tulsky has been doing an excellent job (who has followed a similar path as Mehta). I think we're in safe hands.

 

[Devils02]

landing some big fish UFA’s goes a long way in this league, be it other UFA’s or players requesting a trade. not only would we be getting insanely better, but it puts us on the map again. both are huge to make nj a desirable destination.

robertson is an RFA

 

[devilsblood]

All in on the 3rd / 4th line depth role. Rather put players like this over some overpaid "tough" guy

I agree he's somewhat intriguing, but without ever really watching him play, he strikes me as Sprong type.

ie does stupid sheet on the ice that coaches can not tolerate.

 

[My3Sons]

According to Frank Seravelli St Louis has told teams that they are pissed nobody overpaid for Thomas and they have now upped the price even more to demand a bigger overpayment since teams only offered less than an overpayment last time around.

 

[dgibb10]

Any speculation about William Karlsson or Hertl out of VGK?

 

[Devils Trap]

Any speculation about William Karlsson or Hertl out of VGK?

Hertl is on some trade boards - meh though