DitD & Open Post - 11/13/26: Capitalizing Call-ups Edition

TRENDINGPoch leaving for Man USportscaster Dan Hicks diesSteph Curry out at least 2 weeksNFL midseason gradesSkubal suitors emergeStory byStory byDitD & Open Post - 11/13/26: Capitalizing Call-ups EditionNEWARK, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 12: Connor Hellebuyck #37 of the New Jersey Devils celebrates with Stefan Noesen #11 after defeating the Washington Capitals in NHL game at Prudential Center on November 12, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Andrew Mordzynski/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesNate Pilling·SB NationFri, November 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesKolyachonok scores go-ahead goal, Hellebuyck makes 26 saves as Devils beat Capitals 5-2(AP) — Vladislav Kolyachonok scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period and Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves as the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals 5-2 on Thursday night in the first of a two-game set.Kolyachonok’s shot trickled past Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson at 6:27.Associated PressDevils Reveal Significant Connor Hellebuyck Plan Ahead of Capitals SeriesThe New Jersey Devils finally unveiled what they will be doing with Connor Hellebuyck heading into their upcoming home-and-home series.Per Amanda Stein at the Devils team site, “Connor Hellebuyck is confirmed to start both tonight and Saturday’s rematch in Washington.”This explains why general manager Sunny Mehta held Hellebuyck out of the lineup in his homecoming […] The post Devils Reveal Significant Connor Hellebuyck Plan Ahead of Capitals Series appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCapitals open up home-and-home with DevilsFollowing a strange 3-2 win in Ottawa Tuesday, the Capitals head south to Newark and open a home-and-home set.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsAdvertisementAdvertisementDevils HC Sheldon Keefe Gets Honest on Team’s Fatigue Before Capitals GameThe New Jersey Devils face the Washington Capitals this Thursday, November 12, at 5 p.m. Pacific Time and 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Ahead of the game, Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe spoke to the media and discussed several topics, including the situations involving Brett Pesce and Jonathan Kovacevic, as well as the call-up of Vladislav […] The post Devils HC Sheldon Keefe Gets Honest on Team’s Fatigue Before Capitals Game appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY2026-27 Gamethread #20: New Jersey Devils vs. Washington CapitalsTime to start a new streak.SB NationDevils’ Cody Glass Gets Honest on the Challenge Ahead vs. CapitalsThe New Jersey Devils face the Washington Capitals this Thursday, November 12, at Prudential Center in Newark, with puck drop scheduled for 5 p.m. Pacific Time and 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Ahead of the game, several Devils players spoke to the media this morning about what’s ahead for the team. Among those who addressed reporters […] The post Devils’ Cody Glass Gets Honest on the Challenge Ahead vs. Capitals appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThe Pressure Shifts To Hellebuyck For The Devils' Upcoming Capitals MatchupsConnor Hellebuyck didn’t play in Tuesday night’s game against the Winnipeg Jets, and the pressure is on the star goaltenders to win the upcoming games and prove the team made the right call.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsUtica Comets Defeat Washington Capitals, 5-2Ok, maybe it wasn’t the Comets tonight. But it was still a big game for the depth that Sunny Mehta built in the summer.SB NationLenni Hameenaho Makes Honest Admission Before Devils vs. CapitalsThe New Jersey Devils face the Washington Capitals at Prudential Center in Newark this Thursday, November 12, with puck drop scheduled for 5 p.m. Pacific Time and 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Ahead of the game, several Devils players spoke to the media. Among them was Lenni Hameenaho, recently recalled from the AHL’s Utica Comets. He […] The post Lenni Hameenaho Makes Honest Admission Before Devils vs. Capitals appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYConnor Brown Makes Clear What the Devils Must Do in Capitals SeriesThe New Jersey Devils face the Washington Capitals at Prudential Center in Newark this Thursday, November 12, with puck drop scheduled for 5 p.m. Pacific Time and 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Ahead of the game, following their morning skate, several Devils players spoke to the media. Among them was Connor Brown. Below is the full […] The post Connor Brown Makes Clear What the Devils Must Do in Capitals Series appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNew Jersey Devils Face Stark Assessment Amid Nikita Kucherov RumorsIf the New Jersey Devils were to acquire Nikita Kucherov, their dominance would elevate to a new level.They’ve already proven they have a few weapons in their back pocket, but striking a deal with netminder Connor Hellebuyck has added perhaps the most threatening one of all.However, with Kucherov on the trade block, the Devils could […] The post New Jersey Devils Face Stark Assessment Amid Nikita Kucherov Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYGame Preview #20: Washington Capitals @ New Jersey DevilsThe Devils face the Washington Capitals tonight in game 1 of a back to backSB NationWith Anthony Mantha Out, The Devils Search For Depth From WithinThe Devils placed the veteran forward on the long-term injured list, forcing them to solve the depth forward issues from within, at least for now.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsLenni Hämeenaho Is Proving He Can Be A Full-Time DevilThe 23-year-old prospect was called up for Thursday’s game and found the back of the net in the 5-2 win over the Washington Capitals. He hopes it’s not a brief call-up and that he can stay on the NHL roster.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsCapitals vs Devils Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Thursday, November 12Read our Capitals vs Devils prediction, including picks and NHL odds for Thursday, November 12.Action NetworkWhere to watch Devils vs. Capitals today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for Thursday NHL gameDivision rivals open a home-and-home series Thursday in Newark. Here's when and where to tune in.The Sporting NewsWhere to watch Capitals vs. Devils today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for Thursday NHL gameDivision rivals open a home-and-home series Thursday in Newark. Here's when and where to tune in.The Sporting NewsFormer Devils Shine In Hellebuyck's Return To Winnipeg: The Hockey News Morning SkateIn this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down how Winnipeg Jets fans responded to Connor Hellebuyck's return, the Toronto Maple Leafs' losing streak continuing against the Colorado Avalanche, and more.The Hockey NewsThe Devils' Underlying Issues Are Fixable With A Proactive Sheldon KeefeThe Devils are off to a strong start, but a few issues have remained since the start of the season, and they could come back to haunt them if they aren’t addressed.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsDevils’ Sheldon Keefe Blasts Team After Meltdown Against JetsThe New Jersey Devils played one of their worst games of the season on Tuesday. Head coach Sheldon Keefe wasn’t shy in his postgame response.Not only did the Devils lose on Tuesday, but they also let Dawson Mercer and Nico Daws spearhead the Winnipeg Jets‘ win. It was clearly two players trying to even the […] The post Devils’ Sheldon Keefe Blasts Team After Meltdown Against Jets appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY