NHL Trade Deadline: Devils' Rebuild in Focus

0:00You're listening to NHL News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The NHL trade deadline is heating up today with incredible parity across the league. 23 teams whole playoff spots, or sit within 6 points of one, setting the stage for wild moves. The New Jersey doubles, one of the teams further out, see this as a prime chance to rebuild by dealing from their roster. Earlier this week, experts predicted a buyer's market, but recent deals prove it's all about sellers caching in big. Utah landed McKinsey Wigar, a $6.25 million cap hit, through 2031 for three second round picks and players. Minnesota grabbed Michael McCarran for just a 2028 second rounder, while Colorado sent a first round pick for Nicholas Roy. Devils fans remain split amid a tough season, but General Manager Tom Fitzgerald holds strong leverage with players under contract for years. They're taking calls on most defensemen except Luke Hughes and Brett Pessie, plus forwards

1:00like Dawson Mercer and Paul Cotter. These assets could flip later for even more value. Key names include Dougie Hamilton, with nine goals and 16 assists in 57 games on a $9 million cap hit, until free agency after, 2027-28. Dawson Mercer has 14 goals and 18 assists, eligible as a restricted free agent after next season. Others, like Brendan Dillon and Simon Nemeck, bring term and potential. Meanwhile, Simon Nemeck just switched agents from creative artist agency to Craig Oster. As the day unfolds, watch if Fitzgerald pulls off deals to stockpile picks and prospects for the long haul. This DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Some chase piece. I put my head in it, S-O-L-I-SOL-PILLO.com.