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Devils Issues, Views & Analysis

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Mistakes in Coverage Driving the Devils PK Slump

The New Jersey Devils have allowed thirteen power play goals in their last nine games. As the month closes, I highlight and breakdown eight goals to show that the Devils have made mistakes in their coverage on the PK that have led to costly goals.

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A Look at the Devils Scoring, Both Home and Away

The New Jersey Devils are one of the best teams at home, but they are mediocre on the road. Why?

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Video Examples of Devils in a Cycle of Concession

There have been large stretches for a period or periods where the New Jersey Devils get a stop & concede possession almost right away with a bad pass, a clearance, or zone entry failure. This post has video examples exploring the Cycle of Concession.

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Analyzing Jacob Josefson's Struggles

On Sunday, the Devils sent Jacob Josefson to the AHL to help him regain some "confidence". While there's a 6'1 235 lb reason for why he's struggling, I'm going to take a more in depth look at his struggles.

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Corsi Charts: Devils vs. Canes, Flyers & Isles

In catching up with recent games, this post has Corsi charts and conclusions based on those findings for the Devils and their opponents from the last three games.

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Devils Starting Most Shifts in Own End So Far

The New Jersey Devils are a positive possession team but they are one of the teams in the league who have started the least in the offensive zone. This post takes a closer look at who it affects, how it can happen, and whether it's a big problem.

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Which Devils are Logging the most Ice Time?

In a shortened season, it is important to have balance ice time for the team, has Peter DeBoer been sharing the minutes?

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Devils Trade Picks to Get Alexei Ponikarovsky Back

The New Jersey Devils have announced that they have acquired Alexei Ponikarovsky for a 7th round pick in 2013 and a 4th round pick in 2014. This post notes why the move was made now and why it's a good deal for New Jersey.

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Looking at the Solid Shot Preventing Devils D

The New Jersey Devils defense as a group has been very solid in shot prevention so far this season. This post looks at the defensemen's advanced stats at even strength to determine who's leading the way and how well they're doing.

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In Defense of Keeping Stefan Matteau

Recently, the Devils made the decision to play Stefan Matteau in a 6th game, effectively burning a year off his contract. While most people aren't too happy about this, I'm not too worried about it.

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