Locked On Devils - Daily Podcast On The New Jersey Devils

In the episode, Zach Berman dives into the debate surrounding Jesper Bratt, a New Jersey Devils star who has recently been benched by Team Sweden during the Olympic Games. The conversation kicks off by acknowledging how polarizing Bratt is among Devils fans—opinions seem to force people to take sides, whether they're loyal supporters or vocal critics. Zach Berman shares his own conflicted feelings...

USA and Canada women’s hockey set up a classic gold medal showdown, but is the lack of parity hurting the sport’s global growth? Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, Zach Berman, and Glenn Dreyfus break down Team USA’s defensive dominance, Marie-Philip Poulin’s crucial return for Canada, and the uphill battle facing Swedish and Czech programs. The hosts debate whether dynasties boost or hinder Olympic excite...

Finland shocks Sweden with a commanding 4-1 win in a fierce Nordic rivalry, as Juuse Saros rebounds with standout goaltending and Mikko Rantanen finds the scoresheet. Can Sweden bounce back after defensive lapses and an underwhelming performance from its blue line? Gil Martin, David Morasuti, and Glenn Dreyfus break down the dramatic shift in Group play, highlight William Nylander’s return from in...

In this episode, Zach Berman offers a passionate update on New Jersey Devils players participating in the Winter Olympics, while reflecting on the broader state of the Devils themselves. He opens by celebrating the return of NHL players to Olympic hockey and the standout performances of Devils like Jack Hughes, Timo Meier, and Simon Nemec. However, Zach Berman remains cautiously optimistic, noting...

Slovakia shock Finland as Juraj Slafkovsky and Simon Nemec make a statement—could their Olympic hockey run upset the favorites? Canada assert their dominance, with Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Macklin Celebrini igniting early, while questions linger about Finland’s goaltending and Sweden’s struggles. The hosts highlight the evolving Olympic tournament, from surprise upsets and breakout pe...

In this episode, Zach Berman opens with a humorous nod to the recent controversy surrounding the New Jersey Devils' social media team cropping Quinn Hughes out of a Team USA photo. The social team has maintained this running bit for years, playfully removing Quinn (the Hughes brother not on the Devils) from family and team images. However, Zach Berman critiques the timing and relevancy of continui...

Team USA Women shock Team Canada with a dominant 5-0 victory—has the balance of power shifted in Olympic hockey? Gil Martin leads the debate with David Morassutti and Glenn Dreyfuss, spotlighting the Americans’ airtight defense, standout performances from Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards, and the historic inclusion of three Black players in a single Olympic game. The crew questions if Team Canada ca...

Team USA and Team Canada dominate the Olympic women’s hockey tournament—are they locked in for another gold medal showdown? Hilary Knight breaks records while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury sparks new questions. Is Sweden or Czechia ready to crash the party and claim bronze, or is the gap still too wide? Glenn Dreyfuss, Gil Martin, and Kyle Kjer spotlight the rivalry series, competitive edge from th...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman begins by expressing relief about focusing on the US Olympic hockey team rather than the New Jersey Devils, only to discover that both teams have been shaped by Tom Fitzgerald and Chris Drury, with a heavy emphasis on grit and physicality over skill. He humorously laments the prospect of Team USA repeating past mistakes by prioritizing toughness, do...

Over the course of this episode, Zach Berman provides a candid and, at times, brutally honest ranking of the last eleven seasons of New Jersey Devils hockey, measured on a scale from most to least enjoyable. He opens with a touch of sarcasm, warning fans not to expect positivity given the team's recent struggles. Despite noting the franchise’s overall miserable stretch—featuring only two lottery w...

In this episode, Zach Berman delivers a raw and emotional breakdown of the New Jersey Devils’ latest disappointing loss, highlighting how the team was swept in the season series by the New York Islanders. Zach Berman mixes frustration and dark humor in describing how even betting on an ex-Devil for a “revenge goal” didn’t pan out, while the Devils themselves continue to underperform. He points out...

In this episode, Zach Berman delivers a passionate and frustrated recap of the New Jersey Devils’ current struggles, beginning with personal anecdotes about recording from his childhood bedroom due to Wi-Fi and fire alarm issues. He recounts the dismal state of the team, emphasizing that the Devils have managed only three goals in the last six games he attended, and voices his bewilderment at mana...

In this episode, Zach Berman passionately vents his frustration with the New Jersey Devils’ season, which has unraveled into disappointment and anger for both him and the fanbase. He recounts how ownership and management have failed to respond to the team’s ongoing struggles, allowing mediocrity to persist without accountability. Zach Berman specifically criticizes the GM, Tom Fitzgerald, and the...

On this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman dives deep into the never-ending stress and unpredictability that comes with being a New Jersey Devils fan in the current season. He opens with reflections on fan frustrations, ranging from the team's rocky play on the ice, the questionable arena experience, and the dispiriting news about ownership. The recent release of government emails implicatin...

n this episode, Zach Berman opens with a candid and critical assessment of the New Jersey Devils' season, declaring it effectively over despite there still being games left to play. He points out the team’s poor position in the standings, falling several points behind both in the Metropolitan Division and in the wildcard race. Zach Berman emphasizes that the team can no longer blame players like O...

In this emergency episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman reacts to the major news that the New Jersey Devils have traded away veteran forward Ondrej Palat to the New York Islanders. This marks the first Devils “emergency” episode since a significant Jack Hughes injury earlier in the season, and Zach Berman notes the significance of the move, especially given Palat's underwhelming tenure with New...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman records late at night to preview an especially meaningful game for New Jersey Devils fans. The Devils are set to honor John MacLean, inducting him into their Ring of Honor during a home game against the Winnipeg Jets. Zach Berman reflects on MacLean’s legacy, describing the importance of his franchise-defining goal that sent the Devils to their firs...

In this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman digs into the New Jersey Devils’ disappointing 4-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken, marking the first time the Devils have lost to the Kraken in regulation. He acknowledges some positives, like Dougie Hamilton's strong play and Jack Hughes scoring for the first time since returning from injury, but emphasizes that these bright spots are overshadowed by l...

The latest episode of "Locked On Devils" features Zach remotely recording from New Orleans due to travel disruptions, but still keeping tabs on the New Jersey Devils’ dramatic 5-4 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Despite being away from the winter storm at home, Speaker A breaks down how the Devils have managed to secure three straight wins on their Western Canada road trip, keeping their playoff h...

In this episode, Zach Berman recaps a dramatic late-night win for the New Jersey Devils against the Edmonton Oilers, highlighting the team's resilience in the second half of a back-to-back series in Alberta. The focus is on goaltender Jake Allen, whose outstanding performance in the third period helped the Devils steal a 2-1 victory despite being heavily outshot. Zach Berman is critical of the Dev...

The episode kicks off with Zach Berman humorously lamenting another eventful day for the New Jersey Devils: Simone Nemec netted yet another dramatic overtime winner, while Luke Hughes suffered a shoulder injury—echoing his brother’s history of similar issues. Zach Berman reflects on the Hughes brothers' incredible talent and unfortunate trouble with shoulder injuries, a running theme for the famil...

On this episode of Locked On Devils, Zach Berman laments having to skip the College Football National Championship to watch the New Jersey Devils play the Calgary Flames, highlighting that both teams are struggling significantly this season. With New Jersey and Calgary sitting near the bottom of their respective conferences and offering little excitement or hope for a playoff run, Zach Berman poin...

In this episode, Zach Berman opens by accurately predicting the New Jersey Devils’ dismal loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, expressing a sense of resignation over the team’s repeated failures against Carolina. He highlights that the Devils finally broke a lengthy power play drought against the Hurricanes, but that small victory was overshadowed by another poor performance from goalie Jacob Markstro...

In this episode, Zach Berman previews the New Jersey Devils' upcoming game against the Carolina Hurricanes, highlighting the Devils' long-standing struggles against this opponent. He notes that the Hurricanes recently dominated the Florida Panthers and emphasizes how Carolina has consistently outplayed the Devils, both in the regular season and playoffs. Zach Berman expresses skepticism about New...

Zach Berman and guest JP Gambatese recap the New Jersey Devils' overtime win against the Seattle Kraken, highlighting the contributions of key players like Luke Hughes and Nico Hischier. They discuss the team's shift away from their successful rush-based identity in favor of a more physical, playoff-style hockey, a change they believe has led to struggles this season. The conversation also covers...