New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta sat down for an exclusive interview with us yesterday, reflecting on his summer and the road ahead.

Now, isn’t that refreshing?

If you missed it, that interview can be found in the Devils Rink Report links below.

The media landscape is evolving. There will always be written content, but audio and video are more prevelent than ever. It’s nice to see GMs evolving with the times.

Also in the links, the seven keys to the Devils returning to the postseason.

Elsewhere, top remaining UFAs, the worst NHL contracts, and more.

Devils Trade Rumors & News

New Jersey Hockey Now: The 2025-26 season did not go as planned for the Devils. Here are seven keys to New Jersey bouncing back in 2026-27 in order to make the postseason.

📺 Devils Rink Report: More on Mantha, was he worth the risk in hindsight? I explain on the latest Devils Rink Report

Sunny Mehta joined Devils Rink Report LIVE yesterday to talk about New Jersey’s summer thus far, Jack Hughes, his roster additions, and more. Tune in! 👇🏼

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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Dan Kingerski delivers his Pittsburgh Penguins summer report card, diving into the curious moves, trades, and the direction of their rebuild—if you can even call it that.

Philly Hockey Now: What’s Daniel Briere’s next major move? Is Robert Thomas still in play? Could Shane Wright be a target? Will Smith covers it all in his newest Philadelphia Flyers Q&A.

Detroit Hockey Now: With Steve Yzerman no longer calling the shots, the questions are getting louder. Why aren’t more prospects cracking the lineup? Max Smith digs into the core reason and doesn’t pull any punches on the Detroit Red Wings.

Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers have added to their player-development staff, bringing in Jonathan Quick to work with the organization’s goalies and Derick Brassard as a player-development assistant. Wonder what Brassard’s response will be the first time a young forward insists he refuses to settle for third-line center duty.

TSN Video: Devils fans do not have to worry about being here. Ranking the five biggest offseason disappointments. A handful of clubs didn’t just stand still—they actively slid backward.

The Athletic ($): Hey, Devils fans don’t have to worry about being here, either. Here are the top-10 worst contracts in the NHL, and some honorable mentions.

Sportsnet: Updates on free agents still looking for homes and deals, including Patrick Kane, Eeli Tolvanen, and defenseman Logan Stanley.

KDAF: Jason Robertson is staying put in Dallas. While the winger prefers the noise to die down, the Stars are already eyeing a long-term extension and appear determined not to let him walk.

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