Six games are a small sample size, but enough to have a feel for the Devils and what the season might hold for this new-look team that’s off to a 3-3 start.
The New Jersey Devils started their 2026-27 NHL campaign with a 3-3 record through their first six games under head coach Sheldon Keefe. The Hockey News analyzed the team's early performance, highlighting mixed results across the roster, including adequate but unspectacular goaltending from Jake Allen and Nico Daws, and strong early offensive contributions from new addition Luke Evangelista.
The publication argues that captain Nico Hischier remains the team's defining player after sparking a struggling power play in recent victories against the Vancouver Canucks and Detroit Red Wings. While depth forwards such as Jesper Boqvist and Cody Glass have impressed, the analysis notes concerns regarding team energy, defensive cohesion, and a need for greater production from offseason signing Anthony Mantha.
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