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Neil Villapiano

Neil Villapiano covers the New Jersey Devils for The Hockey Writers. He is an established Sports Broadcaster, host, analyst, writer, and author of three published books. He is the host of the Devils State of Mind Podcast which covers his favorite team, the New Jersey Devils. He's been following hockey and the Devils since he was very young. He has certification in Sports Broadcasting and Journalism from Hofstra University. He's also writing for Big Apple Hockey and has previously worked for Inside the Puck covering the New Jersey Devils. He brings passion, enthusiasm and a unique look into the world of hockey in every media he's a part of. He's very big on writing opinion/discussion pieces that get fans to not just interact with the author, but with other fans as well on a multitude of different topics.

Šimon Nemec Quickly Earning Devils’ Trust and Confidence

Neil Villapiano | December 8, 2023

Through all of the sadness and disappointment of losing Dougie Hamilton to an injury and a rough 6-3 loss at home to the San Jose Sharks, there was one glimmer…

Categories New Jersey Devils

Curtis Lazar Becoming the Devils’ Bottom Six Secret Weapon

Neil Villapiano | December 1, 2023

When the New Jersey Devils traded a 2024 fourth-round pick to the Vancouver Canucks for Curtis Lazar at last year’s trade deadline, many weren’t sure what the Devils were getting.…

Categories New Jersey Devils

3 Potential Goaltender Options for the Devils

Neil Villapiano | November 21, 2023

Despite only playing 16 games, the New Jersey Devils’ goaltending remains a major issue. General manager Tom Fitzgerald took a calculated risk by sticking with the tandem of Vitek Vanecek…

Categories New Jersey Devils

3 Takeaways From Devils’ Ugly 6-3 Loss to Avalanche

Neil Villapiano | November 8, 2023

The New Jersey Devils finished their road trip on a pretty low note with last night’s 6-3 loss at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche. Simply put, there was a…

Categories New Jersey Devils

Devils’ Dawson Mercer’s Sophomore Slump a Year Late

Neil Villapiano | November 7, 2023

It’s only early November, but New Jersey Devils‘ forward Dawson Mercer is in the midst of a slump that he has not experienced up until this point in his young…

Categories New Jersey Devils

Devils’ Goaltending is Still an Issue

Neil Villapiano | October 31, 2023

It’s only eight games into the season, but the questions surrounding the New Jersey Devils and their goaltending are as visible as ever. Despite being 5-2-1 and in second place…

Categories Devils Goaltending

Devils’ Jack Hughes, Your Early Hart Trophy Favorite

Neil Villapiano | October 24, 2023

It is fair to say that Jack Hughes is off to the best start of his still-young NHL career. In just four games, the Orlando, Florida native has tallied four…

Categories New Jersey Devils

Devils Season Preview – A Goaltending Tandem With Questions

Neil Villapiano | October 12, 2023

The New Jersey Devils have a roster capable of winning the Stanley Cup. With a forward core that can rival the best in the league and a back end that…

Categories Devils Goaltending

Devils’ Offense in 2023-24 Will Be in the NHL’s Elite

Neil Villapiano | October 11, 2023

It is safe to say that this is one of the most talented rosters that the New Jersey Devils have ever put together on paper. They have six forwards who…

Categories New Jersey Devils, Season Previews

Devils’ Next Ring of Honor Inductee Should Be Sergei Brylin

Neil Villapiano | September 25, 2023

The New Jersey Devils unveiled their Ring of Honor back in 2017. They honored their original owner and founder of the team, John J. McMullen as the first inductee that…

Categories Devils History

3 Reasons Why the Devils Will Win the Stanley Cup in 2023-24

Neil Villapiano | September 18, 2023

The New Jersey Devils are truly ready to compete. General manager Tom Fitzgerald has put together a roster that is ready to contend in 2023-24 and for many years to…

Categories New Jersey Devils

Patrick Kane to the Devils: Does it Make Sense?

Neil Villapiano | September 8, 2023

The New Jersey Devils roster is pretty much set for training camp. At least a spot or two still need to be filled, but the Devils have young options available…

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