DitD & Open Post - 10/23/26: Flying High Edition

TRENDINGWilliams, Bears hang onLeBron's biggest comebackLendeborg shades LukaCanes' murky ACC futureWorld Series previewStory byStory byDitD & Open Post - 10/23/26: Flying High EditionNEWARK, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 22: Arseny Gritsyuk #81 of the New Jersey Devils celebrates his goal with teammates on the bench during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Prudential Center on October 22, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesNate PillingFri, October 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesDevils Beat Ducks 4-1 for Third Straight Home WinThe New Jersey Devils earned their third consecutive win at Prudential Center on Thursday night, defeating the Anaheim Ducks 4-1. Arseny Gritsyuk, Nico Hischier, Anthony Mantha, and Jack Hughes each scored for New Jersey, while goaltender Nico Daws stopped 16 of 17 shots.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsDevils Growing Confidence Is Noticeable & Ideally Translates All SeasonThe Devils defeated the Avalanche 4-3 in a game that showed the swagger that the team needs for a successful season. Now, the hope is that it translates to the marathon ahead.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsAdvertisementAdvertisementDevils Steamroll Ducks Early, Never Cough Up Lead With Strong Defense in 4-1 WinThe Devils look like a real team.SB NationDevils Are Leaning Into A Winning Identity With Consecutive VictoriesThe 4-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks is their second in a row and fourth in five games. The Devils hope their winning formula that’s working in October translates to the whole season.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsGame Preview #10: New Jersey Devils vs. Anaheim DucksThe Devils look to get rolling against the sliding Ducks.SB NationTST Best Bets: October 22, 2026The Anaheim Ducks continue their road trip tonight in New Jersey against the New Jersey Devils.The Sporting TribuneThe New Jersey Devils' Misleading Start Could Spark Change From GM Sunny MehtaThe New Jersey Devils have got off to a mediocre start to the 2026-27 season, but scratch the surface, and you'll see they should be very concerned about their competitive hopes.The Hockey NewsCould the Devils Make a Trade for Dylan Larkin?The Devils have reportedly made Larkin’s list of preferred trade destinations, but should the Devils pull the trigger?SB NationAnaheim Ducks Make Unexpected Call In Net Ahead Of Devils MatchupThe Anaheim Ducks appear to have made their call on who will start at goaltender in their clash against the New Jersey Devils. Per NHL.com‘s status report, “Husso will start after Dostal allowed three goals on 25 shots in a 3-2 loss at the New York Islanders on Tuesday.” Ville Husso has also struggled this […] The post Anaheim Ducks Make Unexpected Call In Net Ahead Of Devils Matchup appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYDylan Larkin’s New List of 10 Teams Includes Huge Quinn Hughes TwistElliotte Friedman noted on the latest episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast that Dylan Larkin may have just teased he knows a bit more about Quinn Hughes’ future than anyone else besides Quinn Hughes.While the NHL insider offered his opinion on the expanded trade list Larkin reportedly submitted to the Detroit Red Wings, many were […] The post Dylan Larkin’s New List of 10 Teams Includes Huge Quinn Hughes Twist appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY2026-27 Gamethread #10: New Jersey Devils vs. Anaheim DucksWith three wins out of their last four, the Devils are trying to start a rhythm here.SB NationDucks vs Devils Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Thursday, October 22Read our Anaheim Ducks vs. New Jersey Devils prediction, including picks and NHL odds for Thursday, October 22.Action NetworkDucks bedeviled again on the road, drop 5th straightAnaheim trailed after the first period for the third straight game of the road trip and couldn't fight all the way back in fifth straight defeat.The Sporting TribuneOilers Rally Late to Win Shootout Thriller as McDavid Makes HistoryEdmonton erased a late two-goal deficit as Connor McDavid eclipsed a Wayne Gretzky franchise record. The dramatic shootout win saw Leon Draisaitl shine and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins clinch victory.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersDevils Matchup Against The Ducks Another Test In Handling The Young GunsThe Thursday night game for the Devils will show whether they can stop a skilled team from the top down, despite having a younger core.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsWhen Does the Nico Daws Experiment End for the New Jersey Devils?Sunny Mehta may be a fan of giving Daws a chance at being the Devils starter, but his continued struggles showSB NationConnor Brown Records First Point In Season Debut Against AvalancheAfter overcoming a pre-season injury, the veteran forward showcased his versatility and leadership, sparking New Jersey’s offense and special teams in a triumphant return to the lineup.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsJets Insert Red Hot Brayden Yager Into Lineup for Season Debut Against StarsWinnipeg’s top prospect brings his AHL scoring surge to the big stage, aiming to ignite the Jets' stagnant offense against a stingy, league-leading Dallas defense tonight.The Hockey News - Winnipeg JetsNashville Predators 'forgot to play hockey' in 6-0 loss, plus more from Andrew BrunetteNashville Predators coach Andrew Brunette had strong words for his team following a 6-0 shutout vs the Boston Bruins at TD Garden on Oct. 22.The Tennessean