The New Jersey Devils are gearing up for the 2026-27 season, and as Mike G. Morreale highlights in his article, there are three key questions that will shape their success. Firstly, the team must address the health concerns surrounding Jack Hughes, the dynamic center who is the engine of their attack. Hughes' durability has been a pattern of missed games, and the Devils need him to stay healthy and available for at least 70 games to turn optimism into results. Secondly, the team must assess the goaltending situation, which has been thrown into question with the departure of Jacob Markstrom. The Devils now rely on a group of less certain options, and the development of Nico Daws will be crucial to their success. Lastly, the team must consider the potential for young players to force their way onto the roster, with forward Lenni Hameenaho and defensemen Seamus Casey and Anton Silayev among those who could make an impact. As Morreale notes, the Devils have enough talent to support Hughes, and the development of these young players will be key to their playoff hopes. The 2026-27 season promises to be an exciting one for the Devils, and these three questions will shape their success.
