Episodes

  • House of Horrors: Previewing New Jersey Devils @ Carolina Hurricanes

    House of Horrors: Previewing New Jersey Devils @ Carolina Hurricanes
    Mar 28 2026
    The New Jersey Devils have recently returned to winning form, beating strong teams on the road, but a looming matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh threatens to halt their momentum. According to Zach Berman, the Devils historically struggle against Carolina, whose aggressive Rod Brind'amour system consistently exposes New Jersey’s weaknesses, both in the regular season and playoffs. The Hurricanes seem to trigger frustration and poor performance, with the Devils unable to win a game in Raleigh since January 2023, and previous encounters marked by embarrassing losses and organizational self-doubt (06:58, 14:33). Despite the Hurricanes not being an unbeatable powerhouse—they have lost a fair number of games this season—Zach Berman emphasizes their organizational intelligence and consistency, attributes that have kept Carolina near the top of the Eastern Conference. He points out that their sustained regular-season success is enviable, even if their high-end scoring might fall short of delivering a Stanley Cup. Frustration is voiced over the Devils’ recent attempt to copy Carolina’s roster strategy, which backfired, worsening New Jersey’s performance rather than narrowing the gap (19:33). Zach Berman expresses that the psychological damage from repeated defeats against Carolina often lingers, impacting New Jersey’s performance even in subsequent games. He calls for the Devils to finally break the cycle, urging them to play with the same speed and tenacity that brought recent wins, and to give fans a reason to celebrate regardless of the team’s playoff standing. These historical struggles have created an atmosphere of pessimism, but also a challenge: prove the doubters wrong and finally defeat the “boogeyman” in Raleigh (24:41, 25:13). The episode closes with Zach Berman daring the Devils to make him “eat his words” by showing resilience and breaking their losing streak against Carolina. He promises to celebrate any such victory, hoping for a rare uplifting moment in what’s been a difficult season for the Devils and their fans (26:31, 27:14). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    28 mins
  • Who's Been Hot & Who's Been Cold For The New Jersey Devils?...Nico Hischer, Jesper Bratt, & Ondrej Palat is Their Best Line

    Who's Been Hot & Who's Been Cold For The New Jersey Devils?...Nico Hischer, Jesper Bratt, & Ondrej Palat is Their Best Line
    Dec 12 2023

    The New Jersey Devils recently finished their western road trip and picked up three wins. While they lost a big game against the Edmonton Oilers, they'll have another challenge on Wednesday against the Boston Bruins. During the last five games, some players have been playing well. Whereas, others have been lagging.


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    28 mins
  • Chris Tanev Might Be Another Player Available For The New Jersey Devils to Pursue; Dougie Hamilton's Injury Update

    Chris Tanev Might Be Another Player Available For The New Jersey Devils to Pursue; Dougie Hamilton's Injury Update
    Nov 30 2023

    It's already been established that Nikita Zadorov already wants out of the Calgary Flames organization, and Chris Tanev might not be far behind him. It's been rumored that many teams have inquired about the services of the Flames' alternate captain. He's in the final year of his contract and the New Jersey Devils need more defensive depth. Dougie Hamilton might miss the next game due to an upper-body injury, and Samuel Laberge has been called up from Utica.


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    25 mins
  • Jack Adams Finalist Lindy Ruff Will Return as Devils Head Coach...What Does His Team Think of Him?

    Jack Adams Finalist Lindy Ruff Will Return as Devils Head Coach...What Does His Team Think of Him?
    May 18 2023

    During his exit interview, general manager Tom Fitzgerald confirmed that his plan is to retain head coach Lindy Ruff. The New Jersey Devils saw a lot of success this season and Ruff deserves a lot of credit, which is why he is a finalist for the Jack Adams Award. Despite facing scrutiny early on in the year, Ruff was able to lead the Devils to a historic season. It seems as though his players have nothing but positive things to say about him. Especially since Ruff is described as an "old-school coach" and is left in charge of such a young team.


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    28 mins
  • Should The New Jersey Devils Bring Back Mackenzie Blackwood?...He'll Go Wherever The Best Opportunity is

    Should The New Jersey Devils Bring Back Mackenzie Blackwood?...He'll Go Wherever The Best Opportunity is
    May 17 2023

    Mackenzie Blackwood is set to become a restricted free agent, but he doesn't seem too confident about his future with the New Jersey Devils organization. He'll go wherever the opportunity best presents itself, and that might have to be with a different team. While I don't think Blackwood is a failure, his days as a Devil are probably over. Especially given how much potential Akira Schmid and Vitek Vanecek have showcased.


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    25 mins
  • Did The Tampa Bay Lightning Humble The New Jersey Devils During Their Mini-Series Matchup?

    Did The Tampa Bay Lightning Humble The New Jersey Devils During Their Mini-Series Matchup?
    Mar 21 2023
    A recent article was released by James Nichols of The Fourth Period that centered around the New Jersey Devils and their mini-series matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Nichols basically described how the Devils had been playing in their more recent outings and that they were essentially "humbled" by the Lightning. While there was a lot of truth within the article, I discussed the issue that might've irked the Devils fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Are The New Jersey Devils Legitimate Contenders to Win The Stanley Cup?; Jack Hughes' Upper-Body Injury Update

    Are The New Jersey Devils Legitimate Contenders to Win The Stanley Cup?; Jack Hughes' Upper-Body Injury Update
    Feb 9 2023

    It was revealed that Jack Hughes left a recent practice early because he was experiencing upper-body soreness. He is now listed as "questionable" for the New Jersey Devils' next game against the Seattle Kraken, but I don't think it's going to be a big deal. At this point of the season, it seems like the Devils have their eyes set on the playoffs. While they're a playoff-caliber team, people are wondering whether or not they could legitimately win the Stanley Cup Finals.

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    23 mins
  • The New Jersey Devils Keep Winning: Is That A Good Thing?

    The New Jersey Devils Keep Winning: Is That A Good Thing?
    Mar 27 2026
    The episode opens with Zach Berman reflecting on the New Jersey Devils' recent winning streak, including a notable victory over the Nashville Predators. Despite the excitement of these wins and the strong March record, Zach Berman expresses conflicted feelings, questioning whether these late-season successes are truly beneficial for the team's long-term future. He argues that while winning is enjoyable in the moment, it doesn't meaningfully improve their playoff chances given their position in the standings, and may actually prevent needed organizational accountability and change. Throughout the episode, Zach Berman laments the "mushy middle" fate that can plague teams unwilling to make big changes, likening the Devils’ situation to that of the perpetually mediocre Philadelphia Flyers. He worries that continued wins without playoff qualification could allow management, particularly GM Tom Fitzgerald, to keep their jobs and avoid tough decisions, missing out on opportunities to reset with stronger drafts and deeper organizational improvements. Zach Berman expresses frustration over the team's pattern of underperformance, injuries, and a lack of consistent production from key players. He also discusses the specifics of the Devils’ latest win, providing a detailed recap of key moments, such as Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier scoring important goals, and highlights the team’s resiliency despite adversity and questionable officiating. However, this success is bittersweet for Zach Berman, who feels the victories arrive when the games no longer have significant playoff implications and can't erase the broader season’s disappointments. Finally, Zach Berman delivers a critical commentary on NHL officiating and player safety, spurred by a non-call on an obvious elbow to Nico Hischier. He argues that the league’s lax attitude towards cheap shots and dangerous play undermines player safety and stands as an example of deeper accountability issues both within teams like the Devils and the NHL itself. The episode wraps with a call for major changes in both team management and league-wide safety protocols, pairing Zach Berman's passion for the Devils with his clear-eyed critique of their structural problems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    27 mins