New Jersey Devils prepare for home opener against rivals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The New Jersey Devils are set to kick off their 2026-27 season with a home opener against the New York Rangers tonight. General Manager Sunny Mehta has made several significant roster changes, including trading Simon Nemec and Jacob Markstrom, while also signing Anthony Mantha and Luke Evangelista. Mehta's revamps have aimed to strengthen the team following a disappointing previous season. Assistant GMs Braden Birch and Kate Madigan, alongside Vice President Martin Brodeur, support Mehta in these efforts. Fans are eager to see the impact of these changes as the Devils work to improve their performance this season.
- •Devils host the Rangers for their season opener tonight.
- •Sunny Mehta has overhauled the roster significantly this offseason.
- •Key trades include Simon Nemec and Jacob Markstrom.
- •Anthony Mantha and Luke Evangelista are new signings for the team.
- •Mehta has aimed to build a deeper and more competitive roster.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Season Preview Part 5: Coaching and Management, AATJ Predictions, and an Introduction
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