Devils team discussion (news, notes and speculation) - camp edition

[My3Sons]

The board is going through some stuff this year. Feeling for you @Guttersniped, @Jerry, and @Maine Fan. I know thoughts and prayers are useless but I value the community we have hear. Best wishes.

Quantum physics suggests they might matter on some level even if you aren’t religious. Maybe that’s just theory but I like think positive wishes in abundance can help those in need somehow

 

[Satans Hockey]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

Sorry to hear it, I know it's hard but try to keep your head up! Try to keep yourself busy, hang out with family and friends. It doesn't help with the loss but sitting around with your own thoughts about it all is always the worst aspect.

Hope you feel better asap as well.

 

[Mgd31]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

Hi Guttersniped. I am very sorry for you and Jerry and your family. My condolences. I know how terrible it is to lose your mom (mine passed away from cancer a little over a year ago and I miss her every day).

I hope the Devils can give us a good season.

 

[MadDevil]

Here's some wholesome dork action to lighten the mood...

https://x.com/i/web/status/1837274561718669397

Of course it was Douglas. Also, Lazar is the human embodiment of a labrador retriever.

 

[NjDevsRR]

@Guttersniped I echo everyones sentiments. Hang in there

 

[JimEIV]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

I'm so sorry for your and Jerry's loss. I hope you are able to comfort each other.

I lost my mom in 2008 to ovarian cancer and I was very close with her also. Some days it's as difficult as the first day. But I am able to ease the pain thinking about all the experience we had. When I am feeling my worst I celebrated her life the best I can with foods, memories sometimes a simple ride past a park we used to feed the ducks....it makes me feel better.

 

[Camille the Eel]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

Very sorry - hope the bout with Covid is a mild one and that you will be back in good health soon.

 

[PizzaAndPucks]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

Sorry to hear about this awful news & sorry for your loss. You seem like a real great person on here and in real life I'm sure as well. I enjoy reading your posts on here and not just one's about hockey , you seem to have a great sense of humor as well even when things are going great for our Devils.

I don't know how frequently you go to games but I would love to buy you and your brother a ticket for a Devils home game early in the season if possible. Maybe other posters in here could contribute as well and we can get you a club seat or something to help make the night even more special.

If anyone is interested feel free to message me and maybe we can set something up. I hope all of you guys are doing okay too. We're getting closer to the season so I feel like everyone should be excited for that ! Try to enjoy the peace and quiet before the roller coaster of emotions of being a hockey fan kick in soon...lol

 

[Bad Goalie]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

Losing a good, loving parent just sucks. The memories of the good times will all of a sudden start flooding your mind and will continue ad infinitum.

Sorry for your loss and wish you a healthy recovery.

 

[None Shall Pass]

Lots of love @Guttersniped

 

[Guttersniped]

Sorry to hear about this awful news & sorry for your loss. You seem like a real great person on here and in real life I'm sure as well. I enjoy reading your posts on here and not just one's about hockey , you seem to have a great sense of humor as well even when things are going great for our Devils.

I don't know how frequently you go to games but I would love to buy you and your brother a ticket for a Devils home game early in the season if possible. Maybe other posters in here could contribute as well and we can get you a club seat or something to help make the night even more special.

If anyone is interested feel free to message me and maybe we can set something up. I hope all of you guys are doing okay too. We're getting closer to the season so I feel like everyone should be excited for that ! Try to enjoy the peace and quiet before the roller coaster of emotions of being a hockey fan kick in soon...lol

That’s a very nice offer but we already are long time STHs, so we go to plenty of games. (In some of the rougher seasons, too many lol.)

Thanks for all the nice messages. I don’t really talk much about my personal life but I do have an emotional attachment to all you goofs.

Looks like COVID will prevent from seeing the 1st pre-season game but the upside is I don’t have to watch the Islanders live.

 

[RNCDevil]

I had a little bit of an idea... @Guttersniped and @Maine Fan do you each have a favorite watering hole? What if we called said spot, after a big win, we reserved a beer for you all? Get's you out there, celebrating a win and we can all send them from "Jack Mehoff" or "Jacques Strappe". Hopefully covers a couple drinks with friends. I'll buy a couple rounds for both of you if you give me location and let that location know they're going to be hearing from a weirdo.

 

[glenwo2]

My man hasn't come up with a new move in 5 years

What do you mean "YOUR" man, Mr. Ex-Zacha Dad?

 

[glenwo2]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1837153098516570192

Turned him inside-out.

It's what Bratt does.

 

[My3Sons]

Turned him inside-out.

It's what Bratt does.

I’ll give you full marks for being one of the original bandwagon riders and for sticking with Bratt in good and bad. He’s turned out to be a fantastic player. Surpassed only by Jack in terms of hockey skill for NJ. It’s a treat to watch him. He’s easy to root for.

 

[Whaddagoal]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

My thoughts are with you and my condolences to your family. Wishing you well, and wishing you to keep your spirits high.

With the board here, I am hoping there is some early positive vibes that this board and NJ hockey season can bring to you.

 

[Whaddagoal]

Wow! I truly did not realize Kevin Lablanc had that much production in his career. [Cue Shaq not familiar with your game].

One 56p season in 2018-2019
A couple of 30+ pointers
And a 40 pointer.

That's a hellova more of a serious PTOer that can give our 4th liners a run for their money (and some 3rd liners too that I won't name). That's almost Zacha total production yet with a shorter career game load

Curious to see what Fitz will do with this. It's quite enticing on the surface.

What went wrong with his last season in SJ? Half a season, injured? Why the heck was he unsigned around the league and could only get a PTO? What is the catch?

 

[mdj12784]

Hey guys, I loath to talk about my personal life but I’ve been absent because my Mom recently passed away from Pancreatic Cancer. (And for those who remember Jerry Gigantic, he’s my older brother, so he’s also lost her.)

She had a heart attack in mid-April, had a MRI a week later because she had water in her lungs, and that’s how they discovered she had Stage 4 cancer.

And then she died 4 months later, so as you can imagine it was a very shitty whirlwind of medical catastrophes and struggles with our terrible medical system.

My mom was a pistol, just the best and we were very close, so this the biggest loss I’ve ever experienced.

She did get to attend her 60th Wedding Anniversary party in June while still pretty healthy, so that was good.

Anyway, not saying the Devils owe my family a winning season now, but it would be nice gesture on their part.

Also, I just got home, after spending months at my parents, and immediately got COVID. So that’s nice.

Very sorry to hear. My mother is battling cancer among many other things. It saddens me that cancer touches just about everyone in one way or another. I hope she is at peace and you and your family can slowly heal as best as you can.

 

[Incharge1976]

Any idea on what they are going to do with the lineup towards the end of the Preseason with the team playing in Prague? I'm assuming they fly out there a few days before.

 

[Hisch13r]

Any idea on what they are going to do with the lineup towards the end of the Preseason with the team playing in Prague? I'm assuming they fly out there a few days before.

I think they’re only here for 3 games then they’re leaving. So that’ll leave 4 preseason games for after they’re gone. Might as well just ice the whole Comets lineup at that point lol

 

[Brooklyndevil]

I’m kinda worried about having two of our top defensemen out with injuries. Seems like we have no luck when it comes to injuries on this team, except for Mercer. It will be interesting to see how our current defense looks early this season.

I’m kinda worried about having two of our top defensemen out with injuries. Seems like we have no luck when it comes to injuries on this team, except for Mercer. It will be interesting to see how our current defense looks early this season.

 

[Hisch13r]

I’m kinda worried about having two of our top defensemen out with injuries. Seems like we have no luck when it comes to injuries on this team, except for Mercer. It will be interesting to see how our current defense looks early this season.

I’m kinda worried about having two of our top defensemen out with injuries. Seems like we have no luck when it comes to injuries on this team, except for Mercer. It will be interesting to see how our current defense looks early this season.

I don’t think it’s a big deal at all really. A Dougie, Siegs, Nemec, and Dillon top 4 with a Hatakka-Kovacevic bottom pair is obviously isn’t great or anything but I think it should be fine in a pinch for like a handful of games before Pesce’s back. Especially if Keefe actually does bring a far improved defensive structure. Pesce you’d think shouldn’t be missing more than like a couple weeks at most either it seems and Luke I think will be back a month-ish in.

 

[Clam Jensen]

I don’t think it’s a big deal at all really. A Dougie, Siegs, Nemec, and Dillon top 4 with a Hatakka-Kovacevic bottom pair is obviously isn’t great or anything but I think it should be fine in a pinch for like a handful of games before Pesce’s back. Especially if Keefe actually does bring a far improved defensive structure. Pesce you’d think shouldn’t be missing more than like a couple weeks at most either it seems and Luke I think will be back a month-ish in.

It’s just nice to have the depth finally to deal with early injuries like this.

 

[Jersey Fan 12]

Were the camp lines posted anywhere? In the opening press conference after Day 1's practice Sheldon Keefe said they would look pretty close to the lines the Devils would use in the preseason (of course that was with Mercer missing).

 

[Jersey Fan 12]

I don’t think it’s a big deal at all really. A Dougie, Siegs, Nemec, and Dillon top 4 with a Hatakka-Kovacevic bottom pair is obviously isn’t great or anything but I think it should be fine in a pinch for like a handful of games before Pesce’s back. Especially if Keefe actually does bring a far improved defensive structure. Pesce you’d think shouldn’t be missing more than like a couple weeks at most either it seems and Luke I think will be back a month-ish in.

Not trying to be contrarian but we're supposed to believe Sheldon Keefe, who's body of work is coaching the Toronto Maple Leafs is going to have a better defensive structure than Lindy Ruff (a former defensemen known throughout his coaching career as a coach who relied on team defense to win games)?

Watching the Sabres' preseason media one of the reasons given for Buffalo hiring Ruff was to provide structure for their young but talented defensemen. This quote came from Scotty Bowman.