New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 7/26/24
Here are your links for today:
Devils Links
An assessment of the goaltending tandem the Devils now sport in Jacob Markstrom and Jake Allen: [Devils on the Rush ($)]
“I just felt that as soon as he got his opportunity, he was going to be fine. That’s who he is, he wants to be that guy. So, he’s not afraid of it. He’s willing to put it on the line in order to try to make things happen.” On Simon Nemec: [Devils NHL]
Hockey Links
Stan Bowman is returning to an NHL front office. The Oilers, for some reason, have decided that Bowman will be their new general manager. [Sportsnet]
Travis Konecny gets a Big Deal in Philadelphia:
#Flyers announce a massive, eight-year extension for Travis Konecny: 8 years x $8.75 million = $70 million.
One of the largest deals in Philadelphia franchise history.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 25, 2024
OFFICIAL: TK IS HERE TO STAY. #LetsGoFlyers https://t.co/InBmVOMNEY
— Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) July 25, 2024
And a deal for UPL:
LUUUUUUK ⚔️
We have agreed to terms with goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen on a five-year contract with an AAV of $4.75 million.
→ https://t.co/DBkLSgSFF6 pic.twitter.com/iOskHtgepE
— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) July 24, 2024
A look at contract efficiency around the league: Which teams spend their money most wisely? [The Athletic ($)]
“Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell confirmed Thursday that the team will continue to explore potential trades for Patrik Laine, but a move is not guaranteed.” [TSN]
A sudden departure for Jeff Marek over at Sportsnet: “As first reported by YYZ Sports Media’s Jonah Sigel and then the Daily Hive, Postmedia has confirmed that the veteran host has been let go by the NHL’s Canadian rights holder. Why is not clear. A spokesperson for Rogers Sportsnet said they don’t share details on individual employee matters, but did confirm that Marek is no longer with Sportsnet.” [The Province]
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