NHL Notebook: Devils Passing Every Test
The New Jersey Devils continue to impress by overcoming every challenge thrown at them. Just two days after a thrilling overtime home win against the Montreal Canadiens, the Devils secured a 2-1 shootout victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Prudential Center on Sunday afternoon.
The Devils remain the only team in the National Hockey League to be undefeated at home, boasting a flawless 7-0 record. Regardless of venue, they have delivered consecutive important wins. Montreal came into the recent game as the second-best team in the Eastern Conference, while New Jersey and Pittsburgh were first and second in the Metropolitan Division before the Sunday matches.
Despite the early-season success, it is important to remember that playoff spots are not decided until several months later, and the Stanley Cup is still over two months away.
Coach's Perspective on Early Challenges
“We’ve had lots of them. Those two games coming back from the road, those are real good teams, but I feel like every team we’ve played is really good. Even some of the games that we’ve played where you think it’s a team that didn’t make the playoffs or whatever it is last year, you look now and those teams are surging. Everyone’s good, every game is good.” — Sheldon Keefe, Devils Head Coach
The Devils' strong start is a testament to their resilience and adaptability, showing promise as the season progresses despite the early stage of competition.
Author’s summary: The New Jersey Devils remain undefeated at home and continuously overcome tough opponents early in the NHL season, demonstrating strong potential under Coach Sheldon Keefe’s leadership.