Attention all passionate New Jersey Devils supporters! While the regular season may still be on the horizon, it’s never too early to start preparing for the upcoming games that will surely captivate fans both new and old. With a jam-packed 82-game schedule, it’s easy to lose track of all the thrilling matchups in store for the Devils this season. So, grab your calendars and mark down these key dates to ensure you don’t miss a moment of the action.
As the New Jersey Devils gear up for the 2024-25 regular season, fans can expect to see a mix of familiar faces and formidable competition on the ice. Head coach Lindy Ruff isn’t the only one facing off against his former team – Sheldon Keefe will also be making his return to the Prudential Center, this time as the head coach of the Devils. Keefe, who was let go by the Toronto Maple Leafs after a disappointing playoffs exit, signed a four-year deal with New Jersey. With the Devils looking to prove themselves against a Toronto team adjusting to live without Keefe, the stakes will be high for both sides.
“Last season, the Devils won two out of their last three meetings with the Leafs. Toronto will be looking to prove that they can win games without Keefe while New Jersey will want to prove they can win games in general,” said a team insider.
Mark your calendars for the highly-anticipated matchup between the Devils and the Vancouver Canucks, as it will mark the only time all three Hughes brothers will face off against each other on the ice. Quinn Hughes, the Canucks’ captain, was drafted in 2018, followed by Jack Hughes, who went first overall in 2019. Luke Hughes, the youngest of the trio, was drafted by the Devils in 2021. This historic reunion of the Hughes brothers promises to be a must-watch event, with the potential for future showdowns in the Stanley Cup Final.
In the midst of the regular season, the Devils will reignite their age-old rivalry with the New York Rangers in a series of three games that are sure to have fans on the edge of their seats. From thrilling matches to full-on brawls, the matchups between the Devils and Rangers have always been unpredictable and filled with intensity. Following a dramatic first round loss suffered by the Rangers at the hands of the Devils in 2023, tensions are expected to run high as these fierce rivals face off once again.
“Games between the Devils and Rangers have always been a bit unpredictable and are always a treat to watch,” noted a hockey analyst.
So, have your jerseys ready, your voices prepared to cheer, and your calendars marked for these exciting games that are sure to showcase the very best of New Jersey Devils hockey. With a season full of intriguing matchups and intense competition ahead, the 2024-25 regular season is shaping up to be one for the books.