Devils team discussion (news, notes and speculation) - season begins!

[Better Call Sal]

Still think about this comment sometimes.

I had just forgotten about it.

 

[Emperoreddy]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1849846939321245825

 

[NjDevsRR]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1849846939321245825

 

[PKs Broken Stick]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1849846939321245825

Just don't "work hard" with Rogalski

 

[Emperoreddy]

This argument online that that the team didn't stick up for themselves last night and are physically soft is a real head scratcher.

There was plenty of hits and retaliating last night.

 

[TrufleShufle]

I thought last night was an acceptable level of assholeness, sometimes games get like that and you have to play into it. Sometimes it helps you, sometimes it hurts, but if you can't play that game when it turns into "that game," it's always a loss. At least the team showed the willingness, even Jack at the end, sure he took the worst of it, but I liked the effort put into being a dick regardless. I see it as, "we need to be able to get into and play through the scrappier games....check". Ok now we have a few others things to figure out as well.

 

[Emperoreddy]

I thought last night was an acceptable level of assholeness, sometimes games get like that and you have to play into it. Sometimes it helps you, sometimes it hurts, but if you can't play that game when it turns into "that game," it's always a loss. At least the team showed the willingness, even Jack at the end, sure he took the worst of it, but I liked the effort put into being a dick regardless. I see it as, "we need to be able to get into and play through the scrappier games....check". Ok now we have a few others things to figure out as well.

Allegedly we were soft push overs again all night.

 

[My3Sons]

Allegedly we were soft push overs again all night.

My guess is people misinterpreted the nonsense with Kovacevic. I give Kovacevic big props. I doubt he was thrilled about having to sit there and let himself be punched but he was proven correct when he was assessed 5 for fighting. Had he dropped his gloves he's probably charged with attempted murder and sent away for 10 to 15 at Sing Sing.

 

[Deviled]

I thought last night was an acceptable level of assholeness, sometimes games get like that and you have to play into it. Sometimes it helps you, sometimes it hurts, but if you can't play that game when it turns into "that game," it's always a loss. At least the team showed the willingness, even Jack at the end, sure he took the worst of it, but I liked the effort put into being a dick regardless. I see it as, "we need to be able to get into and play through the scrappier games....check". Ok now we have a few others things to figure out as well.

This argument online that that the team didn't stick up for themselves last night and are physically soft is a real head scratcher.

There was plenty of hits and retaliating last night.

The fight and compete was definitely there.. but compared to some other teams around the league it wasnt as much as they could have done

the Devils came out of last nights game the ones a bit beat up and embarrassed (at the end); therefore there is more progress than can be made on that front

This issue wasnt going to be solved by having one or two tough-fought games. Reputations are earned throughout an entire year, including the playoffs; not the first month of the season

 

[My3Sons]

The fight and compete was definitely there.. but compared to some other teams around the league it wasnt as much as they could have done

the Devils came out of last nights game the ones a bit beat up and embarrassed (at the end); therefore there is more progress than can be made on that front

This issue wasnt going to be solved by having one or two tough-fought games. Reputations are earned throughout an entire year, including the playoffs; not the first month of the season

If they had a few expendable sociopaths they'd be talked about as one of the more "competitive" and "hardworking" teams. Maybe carry a mace onto the ice instead of a stick and use it. If the best players on the other team have their brains removed from their skulls I'm guessing NJ wins the game.

 

[Deviled]

If they had a few expendable sociopaths they'd be talked about as one of the more "competitive" and "hardworking" teams. Maybe carry a mace onto the ice instead of a stick and use it. If the best players on the other team have their brains removed from their skulls I'm guessing NJ wins the game.

Lmao I know you're kidding but having a sociopath who is even semi-skilled is a massive gain for any team

Its why a player like Tom Wilson would be more than a perfect fit for this team, let alone Jack's line. Then again any team would love to have him, hes a rare type of player along with the Tkachuk's and so on

I understand why people were satisfied with last night's compete; you dont win every battle or war. But being satisfied with one or two games of hard-fought hockey is exactly how you settle back into being complacent

 

[Maine Fan]

It was two seasons ago. It was against Seattle at the Rock. Last season we didn't get back to the NY/NJ area during the hockey season so we couldn't get to a game. I'll be in DC for the next game against NJ but will be with my oldest son who will be much more interested in the beer choices at the arena than meeting the broadcasters. I'm going to go to see David Gilmour at MSG in November but I don't think we will have time for a hockey game.

You getting old dad? Great story. Later

 

[My3Sons]

Lmao I know you're kidding but having a sociopath who is even semi-skilled is a massive gain for any team

Its why a player like Tom Wilson would be more than a perfect fit for this team, let alone Jack's line. Then again any team would love to have him, hes a rare type of player along with the Tkachuk's and so on

I understand why people were satisfied with last night's compete; you dont win every battle or war. But being satisfied with one or two games of hard-fought hockey is exactly how you settle back into being complacent

My point is really that the league needs to clean up its act and get rid of the excessive cheap shots and head shots and hits in the back. Guys are near death and the perp gets two minutes and maybe a $5k fine but the guy he cheap shotted is out for two months. It’s absurd and makes for a worse product but the dinosaurs in charge are too stupid to see that. So you might as well fight fire with fire.

 

[Deviled]

My point is really that the league needs to clean up its act and get rid of the excessive cheap shots and head shots and hits in the back. Guys are near death and the perp gets two minutes and maybe a $5k fine but the guy he cheap shotted is out for two months. It’s absurd and makes for a worse product but the dinosaurs in charge are too stupid to see that. So you might as well fight fire with fire.

Play within the rules and confines set up by the league until they change. Its why Id like to see the team sometimes take those silly penalties or go out of their way to make a point of physicality; these things stick in the memories of opponents, the same way a bully would usually stop if hes stepped up to

 

[Deviled]

I dont know why this just crossed my mind.. maybe because of MacDermaid playing

But hockey is the only sport where you aren't allowed backup players. Why is that? Would we really be changing the spirit of the sport by allowing one or two extra players on the bench?

Im sure there are reasons but id love for the NHL and world hockey programs to have that debate one day. Just an interesting thought

 

[JrFischer54]

Unless something massive happens I’m not sure this team makes the playoffs. They didn’t even deserve 1pt tonight. They look horrible against another quality playoff caliber team. Completely mailed it in again in the third

Question but if this team misses the playoffs what happen? Do you break this core up?

 

[Guttersniped]

Maybe 7?

This team needs to stop being stupid.

Before anyone suggests this is similar to @NjDevsRR chart with the Danos, a Dano is a much different unit of measurement than a Nico.

Also love bringing out depressing memes from 23-24.

 

[Deviled]

Nico's expressions are too much for me lmao, I love that guy @Guttersniped . Quickly becoming my favorite captain in Devil's history

Everyone should take some deep breathes and get a good night's rest; its only October and there is a lot of season to go

 

[ZachaFlockaFlame]

Palat is beyond useless and I'm getting there with Mercer

 

[DerekDevils30]

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Maybe 7?

This team needs to stop being stupid.

Before anyone suggests this is similar to @NjDevsRR chart with the Danos, a Dano is a much different unit of measurement than a Nico.

Also love bringing out depressing memes from 23-24.

I hope one day we get to see the moderate pain face while Bettman hands him the cup

 

[Better Call Sal]

I'm a 4 on the Nico chart, because that looks like the saddest Nico. And I'm just sad about this stretch. It's still early, so I'm not concerned. Just a sad Nico.

 

[RSeen]

No shocker Palat is declining...went to the finals what 4 times with Tampa? Those runs will add up, plus his style of play.

Shame that he is near useless now. Will likely need to be a 4th liner for us for the year then get bought out.

 

[njdevils1982]

nm

 

[Comparison Ford]

seems like Keefe really hammering the 9 games in 16 narrative in the post game...

 

[glenwo2]

Nico's expressions are too much for me lmao, I love that guy @Guttersniped . Quickly becoming my favorite captain in Devil's history

Everyone should take some deep breathes and get a good night's rest; its only October and there is a lot of season to go

Bratt has had his own expressions aside from the "I don't care that I scored a goal" ones :