Devils face Avalanche, seeking depth against elite competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 3:47 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
The New Jersey Devils are set to face the Colorado Avalanche on October 20, looking to showcase their improved depth following recent roster changes. Both teams aim to rebound from recent losses, with the Devils coming off a 4-2 defeat to the Washington Capitals and the Avalanche losing 3-2 to the Philadelphia Flyers. The matchup will test whether the Devils' strengthened roster can compete with the star power of Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar on the Avalanche. New additions like Luke Evangelista and Anthony Mantha will be key as they seek better performance in this matchup.
- •Devils lost 4-2 to the Capitals in their last game.
- •Avalanche seeking to bounce back after 3-2 loss to Flyers.
- •New players like Luke Evangelista are set to make an impact.
- •Both teams have revamped their rosters to enhance depth.
- •Matchup highlights the historical rivalry between the teams.
- 3:47 AMYahoo Sports — Devils Hope Their Depth Can Compete Against Top Teams Like The Avalanche
"The Devils face the Avalanche, and it’s a game where their depth must deliver. It will prove whether they have enough depth to compete against the top teams in the NHL.
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