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The New Jersey Devils began its 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 23 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.

Devils Have Ideal Captain in Nico Hischier
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As the once-high expectations of the 2023-24 New Jersey Devils dwindled into darkness, a 25-year-old Swiss prodigy continued to solidify his role, heralding the promise of brighter days ahead. That is Nico Hischier, of course. “The kid” isn’t such a kid anymore, as this most recent season already marked his seventh in the NHL. With each passing season, he’s seemed to take a step forward, ending this campaign with 27 goals and 67 points in 71 games played.  It’s not just the points that have allowed him to maintain his status as one of the better two-way players in the…

Bedard, Faber & Hughes Named Calder Trophy Finalists
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The NHL has announced its finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy – the award for the player who had the best first season in the league. The 2023 first-overall pick Connor Bedard received the honor alongside defensemen Brock Faber and Luke Hughes. Let’s look at what each player did to make their case for the top rookie honor. Connor Bedard – Chicago Blackhawks A name we all knew more than a year before he even took the ice for the first time. Just ahead of puck drop in his first game, he received a welcome from referee Kelly Sutherland. Expectations…

Does Penguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan Make Sense for the Devils? 
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New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald has conducted much of his search for a new head coach in silence. Rumors of candidates being considered, let alone being interviewed, have been scarce. Devils fans have kept an eye on the Pittsburgh Penguins, hoping head coach Mike Sullivan may be cut loose as general manager Kyle Dubas looks to remake the team with the hope of another run to the Stanley Cup for Sidney Crosby. In his public statements, Dubas has been unequivocal in supporting Sullivan and his desire to move forward with Sullivan as his coach. Case closed, right? Not…

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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?

Lindy Ruff is the current head coach for the New Jersey Devils.