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The New Jersey Devils began their life as the Kansas City Scouts, which started playing in 1974-75. After two seasons in Kansas City, the franchise relocated to Denver and became the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies struggled and only made the postseason one time before once again relocating, this time to New Jersey where they remain today. The team has been much more successful in New Jersey and has made the playoffs 24 times since moving. Those postseason appearances include three Stanley Cups, all of which were won in a period of nine seasons—1995, 2000, and 2003. This period was headlined by elite goaltending from Martin Brodeur and the neutral zone trap, a strategy that became synonymous with the Devils. Along with those three Stanley Cups, the Devils reached the Stanley Cup Final on two more occasions—2001 and 2012.

Every NHL Team’s Longest-Tenured Player
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*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…

Devils 2025-26 Player Previews: Jake Allen
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The New Jersey Devils’ season opener is officially one week away, and fans are eager to see what happens when the team faces Metropolitan Division rival, the Carolina Hurricanes. Most of their heavy-hitters are generating off-the-charts chemistry, combined with the success of their newfound depth scoring. It appears that a deeper playoff run could be in the near future, considering the sheer amount of talent sprinkled throughout their lineup. As the countdown to puck drop continues, this series will take a closer look at each member of the Devils’ roster, as well as previews and predictions into potential player storylines….

NHL Rumors: Oilers Trade for Ingram, Demidov Injury, Hughes Signs
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers have acquired Connor Ingram from the Utah Mammoth in a trade. Why a trade versus waivers? Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils have signed defenseman Luke Hughes to a monster extension. There is an update on Ivan Demidov after he was slashed in a game between the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators. Finally, what is the latest on a Lukas Reichel trade out of Chicago? Oilers Trade for Connor Ingram After letting him pass through waivers, the Edmonton Oilers acquired Connor Ingram in a trade on Wednesday. Following criticism from fans after the…

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Devils FAQ

What year were the New Jersey Devils founded?

The New Jersey Devils began its life as the Kansas City Scouts, which started playing in 1974-75.

When did the New Jersey Devils play their first game?

The Devils’ first game (played as the Kansas City Scouts) was a 6-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct. 9, 1974.

Who is the current head coach of the New Jersey Devils?

Sheldon Keefe is the current head coach for the New Jersey Devils.