{"id":663078,"date":"2026-09-15T16:42:14","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T16:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/663078\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T16:42:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T16:42:14","slug":"new-jersey-devils-news-rumors-caseys-training-camp-optimism-brodeurs-mb30-initiative-more-the-hockey-writers-new-jersey-devils","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/663078\/","title":{"rendered":"New Jersey Devils News & Rumors: Casey’s Training Camp Optimism, Brodeur’s MB30 Initiative, & More – The Hockey Writers – New Jersey Devils"},"content":{"rendered":"

After a long summer without hockey, the New Jersey Devils<\/a> are back and better than ever. Rookie camp began on Friday, easing young players into the action and allowing them to showcase their talent. Following the first Rookie Showcase game<\/a> on Sunday afternoon, a few prospects who immediately made a statement were Matyas Melovsky, Seamus Casey<\/a>, and of course, Anton Silaev.<\/p>\n

With the first preseason game less than a week away, the Devils are on the verge of a critical bounce-back campaign. And now that the NHL has adopted a condensed schedule to make way for an 84-game regular season, it\u2019s important that the club shakes off the rust as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

This installment of news and rumors highlights Casey\u2019s optimism heading into training camp, Martin Brodeur\u2019s MB30 golf tournament, and early candidates for call-ups this season as needed.<\/p>\n

Seamus Casey\u2019s Optimism for 2026-27<\/p>\n

Casey remains one of the most intriguing prospects within the Devils\u2019 pipeline. After appearing with the club for 14 games in 2024-25, the expectation was that he would spend last season developing with the Utica Comets in the American Hockey League (AHL).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Instead, he was bogged down with a lower-body injury he suffered during training camp last year. He played in 29 games for the Comets and two for the Devils before being shut down in January and undergoing surgery.<\/p>\n

\"SeamusSeamus Casey, New Jersey Devils (Jess Starr<\/a>\/The Hockey Writers)<\/p>\n

Now that he\u2019s fully healthy, he remains optimistic about his future<\/a> with the Devils. After the first practice of rookie camp, he shared his desire to make an impact and improve his game throughout this season. \u201cJust continuing to prove consistency, that I can do it over the full course of a season is the most important thing for me,\u201d Casey told the media<\/a> on Saturday.<\/p>\n

He\u2019s spent all of rookie camp partnered with Silaev \u2014 and the two have already generated a significant amount of chemistry. Whether it be in the AHL or NHL, this pairing could become a defensive mainstay. Casey excels at zone entries and passing, while Silaev offers speed and physicality that drives play. Both are expected to be on the ice with veterans on Wednesday, so it will be interesting to see if this combination becomes a permanent fixture.<\/p>\n

Martin Brodeur\u2019s MB30 Charity Initiative<\/p>\n

To celebrate the start of the 2026-27 season, Brodeur held his seventh annual MB30 Golf Invitational<\/a>, a tournament that unites all facets of the Devils\u2019 organization.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Brodeur believed it was important to bring together the franchise\u2019s past and present. The tournament is a chance for current players to connect with staff and sponsors, while former Devils can share their stories and stay involved.<\/p>\n

Happy\u2019s got nothing on the Jersey Boys.<\/p>\n

Capped off another successful MB30 Invitational Golf Tournament, benefiting the Devils Youth Foundation. pic.twitter.com\/TxPbmPQJMj<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) September 15, 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n

From alumni to donors to newcomers, the event fosters end-of-summer camaraderie for a good cause. Proceeds from the tournament are donated to the Devils Youth Foundation\u2019s Alumni Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to soon-to-be college students.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In June, the foundation awarded ten $5,000 scholarships<\/a> to New Jersey-based high schoolers. This marks the program\u2019s third year being sponsored by the MB30 Golf Invitational. For the legendary Devils goaltender, supporting the Devils Youth Foundation is the most rewarding part. \u201cWe are proud to invest in young leaders who are committed to service, growth, and creating positive change,\u201d said Brodeur.<\/p>\n

Early AHL Call-Up Candidates<\/p>\n

The Devils are in a precarious situation as training camp approaches. With an abundance of forwards and many defensemen carrying no-trade clauses, it will be very hard for training camp hopefuls to crack the opening night roster. However, there are a few players who should be at the top of the organization\u2019s call-up list in the event of injury.<\/p>\n

Fans should certainly keep Melovsky on their radar moving forward. The 22-year-old forward was drafted in the sixth round by the Devils in 2024 and spent all of last season in the AHL. But his performance at rookie camp so far has proven that may change.\u00a0<\/p>\n

He was a force to be reckoned with against the New York Islanders on Sunday, with two goals and an assist. His pass to Mikael Diotte tied the game at one late in the second. Then, halfway through the third period, he scored twice within two minutes, tying the game once more before his go-ahead goal made it a 4-3 game. There\u2019s no doubt that he\u2019ll play a major role for Utica\u2019s offense, but it should come as no surprise if he makes his NHL debut sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

Another player who could be called up in times of need is Ben Steeves, who was acquired as part of the trade that sent Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers. General manager Sunny Mehta clearly saw something in the young left winger, re-signing Steeves to a one-year, two-way contract<\/a> in July.\u00a0<\/p>\n

He appeared on the top line for the Devils in the first game of the Rookie Showcase alongside Melovsky and Lenni Hameenaho<\/a>. Steeves generated numerous scoring opportunities early on, attacking the net throughout the first period. Right now, he appears to be on the cusp of transitioning to the NHL, and he could fit in with the Devils\u2019 bottom six at some point in the near future.<\/p>\n

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