Nichols’ Notes: Devils Thankful for Nemec; Quinn Hughes to Rival?

Happy Thanksgiving to the folks reading in the United States! And speaking of thanks, how could fans of the New Jersey Devils not be thankful for Simon Nemec? More on that in the links.

But, speaking of Nemec, his breakout season has many wondering if the Devils could even consider trading him, even for someone like Quinn Hughes.

And while we’re talking about Quinn, one insider says he could land in the Metropolitan Division, but maybe not the Devils.

Plus, plenty more below. Before the Turkey, consume the hockey.

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils Trade Rumors & News

New Jersey Hockey Now: Simon Nemec is on fire. The clutch gene lives in him, as he propels the Devils in overtime over the St. Louis Blues yet again.

More NJHN: Many assume Nemec would be included in a potential Quinn Hughes trade. However, many aren’t considering the possibility that Quinn could be traded somewhere other than New Jersey, as one insider suggests he could land somewhere else in the Metropolitan Division.

Even More: Unfortunately, the Devils might be without Evgenii Dadonov for another extended timeline. It’s been a tough tenure for the 36-year-old forward in his first year with New Jersey.

Devils Rink Report: On a special Black Friday edition of Devils Rink Report, David Pagnotta returns to the show to talk Devils-Canucks connection, and the Quinn Hughes saga. Subscribe 👇🏼

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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now

The Athletic ($): Team USA got it right. They revealed their jersey’s for the 2026 Winter Olympics, and they’re perfect.

Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers might’ve defeated the Carolina Hurricanes last night, however, K’Andre Miller explained why he’s loving life with his new team.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins may very well be set in goal with their two young netminders, Arturs Silovs and Sergei Murashov. According to a report, the Edmonton Oilers are interested in acquiring Tristan Jarry.

Vegas Hockey Now: Mark Stone is back, again, for the Vegas Golden Knights. Here’s what the Knights captain returning from injury means for Vegas.

Philly Hockey Now: From the Philadelphia Flyers perspective, here’s what a Quinn Hughes trade to the Flyers could look like.

Montreal Hockey Now: Nico Hischier has some competition in the Selke Trophy race as two Montreal Canadiens forwards are named among top defensive players.

More must-reads:

• He Did it Again! Nemec Propels Devils Past Blues in Overtime
• Devils Forward Injured, Out a ‘Period of Time,’ Again
• Quinn Hughes Could Land in Metro, But Not With Devils