Well, that certainly hasn’t been the start anybody wanted. Any good vibes that were still lingering from the season opening win over Philadelphia last week has long since dissipated after back-to-back losses to the Islanders and Mammoth. And while its…
Jared Moore highlights several early concerns for the New Jersey Devils after a 1-2 start to the 2025-26 NHL season, despite cautioning that it is too early to panic. Following consecutive defeats to the New York Islanders and Utah, the writer points to the team's persistent inability to play with a lead, noting New Jersey has led for only one second all season after an overtime win against Philadelphia.
Additional issues raised by Moore include defensive struggles beyond the Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce pairing, particularly regarding Brenden Dillon. The writer also questions New Jersey's power play entry struggles, early goaltending performances from Jake Allen and Nico Daws, and how head coach Sheldon Keefe and the roster respond to adversity.
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