Nichols’ Notes: Devils GM Rumors; Another Shut Down

There’s been PLENTY of speculation as to who is a candidate for the New Jersey Devils ‘ general manager position. There was some chatter that Jamie Langenbrunner could be among the candidates, and New Jersey Hockey Now confirmed that is, in fact, the case. I think this is out there a bit but can confirm the #NJDevils are interested in Jamie Langenbrunner as a potential GM candidate.

— James Nichols (@JamesNicholsNHL) April 10, 2026 In the links, why pairing the rumors President with a hot GM candidate for the Devils is the right move, another player shutdown in New Jersey, and more. Devils Trade Rumors & News New Jersey Hockey Now: We know the Devils are set to speak with Sunny Mehta for their vacant general manager position. The murmurs suggest Brendan Shanahan could be the President of Hockey Operations.

Here’s why Pat Pickens says that’s a good pairing. More news on the injury front yesterday. The Devils have shut down Jacob Markstrom .

Nico Daws will start against the Detroit Red Wings tonight. 📺 Devils Rink Report : Greg Wyshinski returned to Devils Rink Report yesterday to discuss the firing of GM Tom Fitzgerald, how they should replace him moving forward, and New Jersey’s ideal offseason. Full episode here 👇🏼 Please be sure to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on those notifications for when we go LIVE every Friday!