Devils Return from Olympics, Fitzgerald's Trade Deadline Looms

0:00It's March 1st for the NHO. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The New Jersey Devils wrapped up February with a rough 1 win for loss record after playing just 5 games around the 20-26 winter, Olympics. Seven players from the team suited up for their countries in Milan, leaving the roster thin and exposing ongoing issues like injuries as they push for. A strong season finish. All eyes now turn to General Manager Tom Fitzgerald with the NHO trade deadline looming. Luke Hughes made his return to the lineup Saturday night against the St. Louis Blues, getting the Devils closer to full health after a season full of injuries, staying healthy tops their priority list as key players come back from the Olympic break. Nico Hissier stood out as a steady leader, topping the team with 20 goals and 43 points while excelling on both ends of the ice. Timo Meyer lit it up for Switzerland with three goals and four assists, including the first multi-goal Olympic game by a Swiss NHLare.

1:02Fans love his power forward style and shot volume, averaging 5 shots per game last month. Jack Hughes capped his Olympic run with a golden goal in overtime against Canada, helping team USA win gold after battling injuries all season. Back with the Devils, he's already not three assists in three games, and everyone expects him to drive the offense if he stays healthy. March brings a packed schedule with back-to-back games against Florida and Toronto, a seven-game homestand, and tough divisional matchups versus Washington and Carolina. The Devils need a mindset shift or smart traits to climb the standings and in strong. The Daily News now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. If Sleep Podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow, built for comfort and calm,