Locked On Devils - Daily Podcast On The New Jersey Devils

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In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman begins by highlighting the remarkable transformation of Paul Cotter, a generally average player who seems to become a star during breakaways or shootouts—a timely focus since Cotter just clinched an overtime victory for the New Jersey Devils against the Boston Bruins. The show opens with a sense of excitement mixed with exasperation, as Zach Berman...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman recaps an unexpectedly entertaining New Jersey Devils win over the Los Angeles Kings, with the Devils securing a 6-4 victory. He highlights the offensive outburst—remarking on the excitement and frustration that have come with recent Devils games, particularly since the Olympics. Despite the energetic performance and six different goals (and “six wo...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman opens by satirically investigating the "disappearance" of Jake Allen, the New Jersey Devils’ goalie who’s been notably absent from recent games, despite no official reports of injury or other issues. Instead, Sheldon Keefe has been repeatedly starting Jacob Markstrom, who has now played six consecutive games—including two back-to-backs within one we...

In this episode, Zach Berman reflects on the New Jersey Devils’ disappointing 3-0 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, putting a witty spin on the recap by referencing Eminem’s "Lose Yourself" and the fact that Detroit is the rapper's hometown. He acknowledges that the loss effectively ended any hopes for a playoff run, and admits he was getting comfortable recapping wins after the team had shown flashe...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman delivers an impassioned reaction to the New Jersey Devils standing pat at the NHL trade deadline. He begins by expressing the collective frustration of the fanbase, noting that the Devils neither acquired nor traded any players, aside from losing Luke Glendening on waivers. Despite the disastrous season and the team being well out of playoff content...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman delivers an impassioned reaction to the New Jersey Devils standing pat at the NHL trade deadline. He begins by expressing the collective frustration of the fanbase, noting that the Devils neither acquired nor traded any players, aside from losing Luke Glendening on waivers. Despite the disastrous season and the team being well out of playoff content...

In this episode, Zach Berman covers an unexpectedly exciting New Jersey Devils victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, highlighting just how rare and memorable the moment was—the Devils hadn't won at home against the Leafs since 2018. While the game itself was fun, with lots of action and the Devils handily outshooting Toronto, Zach Berman expresses reservations about what these recent wins mean for...

The episode opens with Zach Berman discussing the swirl of trade rumors ahead of the NHL trade deadline, particularly focusing on the New Jersey Devils' situation. He notes how nearly every Devils defenseman—except for a few key players like Luke Hughes, Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, and Jesper Bratt—has been mentioned as potential trade bait. Zach Berman expresses skepticism about Gener...

Zach Berman opens the show with the surprising news that the New Jersey Devils are already looking to trade their recent acquisition, Nick Bjugstad, as reported by Chris Johnston of The Athletic. This sparks confusion given that the Devils just added Bjugstad, who is under contract for another year at a reasonable $1.5 million. Zach Berman questions the overall direction of the franchise, highligh...

In this bonus episode, Zach Berman breaks down the New Jersey Devils’ defensive roster as the NHL trade deadline approaches, focusing on potential moves and long-term implications. He starts by reviewing which current defensemen are safe from being traded—highlighting Luke Hughes, Brett Pesci, and Jonathan Kovacevic—and emphasizes their contractual security and importance to the team’s future. Sim...

In this episode, Zach Berman dives into the New Jersey Devils’ trade deadline scenario, highlighting the uncertainty and anticipation surrounding the team’s direction as they’re currently 11 points out of playoff contention. He notes that this is one of the most significant trade deadlines in recent history for the Devils, with insiders unsure if the team will buy or sell. Based on their standings...

In this bonus episode, Zach Berman dives into a painful January and February 2026 for New Jersey Devils fans, recapping the gloom of a season gone sour. The episode opens with Zach Berman acknowledging the high hopes the team once held, only to see those ambitions unravel as the months progressed. Early brief moments of promise, such as back-to-back wins against Utah and a signature victory in Col...

In this episode, Zach Berman breaks down the New Jersey Devils' recent win over the St. Louis Blues, a game which, despite the positive result, feels bittersweet for Devils fans. The team went into St. Louis and played arguably their best game of the month, winning 3-1 and snapping a notably poor stretch. Zach Berman points out that while it’s nice to see the Devils victorious, any wins at this st...

In this episode, Zach Berman dives into the dire state of the New Jersey Devils’ season, focusing on their matchup against the St. Louis Blues—a game he boldly declares the Devils "should lose" if they’re thinking about their future. The focus of the episode quickly shifts from playoffs (no longer a realistic goal) to tanking for a higher draft pick. Zach Berman compares both teams’ struggles, hig...

n this episode, Zach Berman opens with a tone of exasperation, describing the New Jersey Devils’ ongoing struggles as repetitive and demoralizing. He highlights how the Devils lost yet again, this time to the Pittsburgh Penguins, who were missing star player Sidney Crosby. Zach Berman emphasizes the team's inability to score, manage games, or make any significant changes, noting their poor perform...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman dives into yet another frustrating loss for the New Jersey Devils, who fell 2-1 to the Buffalo Sabres on what was supposed to be a special night. Right from the start, Zach Berman sets the tone by acknowledging how predictable and disappointing the team has become, especially after the Jack Hughes injury, and expresses a weary cynicism shared by the...

In this episode, Zach Berman previews the upcoming New Jersey Devils game against the Buffalo Sabres, expressing a mix of frustration, pessimism, and dark humor about the state of the Devils’ season. He highlights the unusual turnaround in fortunes where Devils fans now find themselves envious of the Sabres, a team recently termed a league punchline but currently sitting comfortably in a playoff p...

In this exuberant episode, Zach Berman relives what he considers one of the top three sports moments of his life: witnessing Jack Hughes score the golden goal in overtime to clinch Olympic gold for Team USA against Canada. The setting only adds to the excitement, as Zach Berman describes watching the game unfold at Chicago's O'Hare airport bar, surrounded by a passionate mix of American and Canadi...

Team USA stuns Team Canada with Jack Hughes’ overtime heroics to clinch gold, marking a historic double as both U.S. men’s and women’s teams take top honors. Is this the start of a new era in international hockey, or will Canada’s depth and Connor McDavid’s star power rebound in the next Olympics? Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, David Morassutti, Zach Berman and Armando Velez break down the Olympic gold...

USA and Canada set up a dream gold medal showdown after dominating in Olympic hockey semifinals—can Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon outduel the American stars for gold? Goaltending and blue line depth take center stage as Sidney Crosby’s possible return adds extra drama, while Brad Marchand’s leadership fuels Canada’s comeback momentum. Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Kyle Kjer break down Ca...

USA Women seize Olympic gold in dramatic overtime, stunning Team Canada and cementing a new era of rivalry. Is Canada's reign slipping with a generational shift underway? Hilary Knight’s heroic goals power Team USA, while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury exposes Canada’s reliance on veteran stars. The squad examines whether physical contact rules in women’s Olympic hockey should evolve as skill, pace,...

The episode opens with Zach Berman celebrating a thrilling victory for Team USA’s women’s hockey team, but quickly pivots to the men’s Olympic quarterfinal where the American squad defeated Sweden for the first time since 1960 (Zach Berman argues it’s a bigger moment than the TJ Oshie “Shootout” win in Sochi). A lot of attention is paid to the Devils’ connections in the game—especially Jack Hughes...

Canada and Team USA punch their tickets to the Olympic hockey semifinals after gripping overtime battles. Are NHL stars elevating the sport’s global stage and making these games must-watch? Sidney Crosby’s injury shakes up the Penguins’ playoff outlook, while Mitch Marner’s clutch heroics spark Leafs fans and ignite Twitter with debate about his legacy. Unforgettable moments abound as controversia...

In this episode, Zach Berman covers a range of topics, starting with the current state of the New Jersey Devils. He discusses rumors that GM Tom Fitzgerald is looking to make a significant "hockey trade" once the Olympic roster freeze ends, potentially to shake up the team and save his job. Zach Berman is skeptical about the effectiveness of such moves, given many players have trade protection cla...