Devils Defeat Lightning 3-2 In Overtime Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - January 12, 2025January 12, 20250 They say that what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger. While it’s obvious that German Philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wasn’t thinking about hockey when he coined that phrase in 1888, you can still apply it to today’s NHL. Saturday night, in their first game at Prudential Center since December 27, 2024,
Devils Closing out 2024 Strong Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - December 28, 2024December 28, 20240 2024 is almost over. While the first half of the calendar year wasn’t kind to the Garden State NHL squad, the second half has been a bundle of fun. Of course, the first half of 2024 was the conclusion of the 2023-24 season in which the New Jersey Devils went
Blittner’s Blue Line: What’s In Their Stockings? Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - December 24, 2024December 24, 20240 It’s Christmas Time, so you know what that means. It’s time to find out who gets coal in their stockings and who gets a nice gift. While we could go around the entire National Hockey League, we’re going to narrow our scope to the two archrivals who squared off Monday
The Battle Between Franchise Centers Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - December 22, 2024December 22, 20240 Centers, they’re among the most important people on a hockey team. Sure, it’s important to have stout goaltenders, a steady defense and the ability to roll four lines, but centers are usually the drivers of their lines and it helps when each of your pivots is strong at what they
Dynamic Duo Versus Dynamic Duo Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - December 11, 2024December 11, 20240 Peanut Butter and Jelly versus Batman and Robin. Or is it Peanut Butter and Jelly versus Batman and Superman? Either way, this is one battle between dynamic duos that should capture your attention. Tuesday night at Prudential Center, the New Jersey Devils hosted the Toronto Maple Leafs for the third game
HEADLINE: Peanut Butter Jelly Time in New Jersey Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 8, 2024November 8, 20240 A peanut butter and jelly sandwich can be such a simple thing. And when it's composed correctly, it can satisfy even the harshest of critics. Wait, we’re sorry, this isn’t a food review, it’s a hockey story. So then, what gives? Why are we talking about peanut butter and jelly?
Unsung Performers – Devils Defeat Ducks 6-2 Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - October 28, 2024October 28, 20240 Which players immediately come to mind when you think of the New Jersey Devils in 2024-25? Your answer probably starts with names such as Nico Hischier, Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, Timo Meier and Dawson Mercer. And while all except Mercer are off to strong starts offensively, would it surprise you
Blittner’s Blue Line: Metropolitan Division Preview Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - September 2, 2024September 2, 20240 Welcome to September! Better yet, welcome to the start of the hockey (pre)season! In just a couple weeks Training Camps will open across The NHL as all 32 teams begin their quest to try and capture Lord Stanley’s Cup. Each week, Blittner’s Blue Line will look at one of the
Blittner’s Blue Line: Changing Sports Uncategorized by Matthew Blittner - August 5, 2024August 5, 20240 Get ready to be a little weird and wacky. With most people off enjoying their summers the hockey world has mostly slowed to a standstill, except for a few pieces of news now and again. So, how can we keep you entertained? Well, we’re going to be taking a page out
One Final Nail In The Coffin for New Jersey Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - April 10, 2024April 10, 20240 Farewell 2023-24, the New Jersey Devils hardly knew thee. Tuesday night at Prudential Center the Devils entered their game with the Maple Leafs on what can only be described as double-secret probation. A regulation loss, coupled with either the Islanders or Flyers gaining at least one point, or the Red Wings
