NHL, NHLPA reach agreement governing long-term contracts

The National Hockey League Players’ Association and National Hockey League early Saturday  announced an agreement that will implement new rules governing the parameters of long-term contracts and how they are valued within the NHL Salary Cap System. As part of the agreement, the NHL will register the contract between the New Jersey Devils and Ilya

Ilya Kovalchuk signs with New Jersey Devils

PuckAgency is proud to announce that All-Star left wing Ilya Kovalchuk has come to terms to re-sign with the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League. Ilya was the most highly coveted free agent on the market and had several options with teams all over the globe. “Ilya is excited to be continuing his

MacLean meets the A-Train

John MacLean has already given the A-Train an A-plus. The new head coach met one of the newest members of his defense on Thursday when Anton Volchenkov rumbled through Prudential Center for a visit. The Russian blueliner was in town to work out family arrangements for his move to New Jersey. “Nice kid, looking forward

Anton Volchenkov gives Devils something they’ve lacked since Scott Stevens

June 2, 2010 Richard Chere The Star Ledger Even before the Devils lost defenseman Paul Martin to the Pittsburgh Penguins today, general manager Lou Lamoriello had targeted Anton Volchenkov. Whether or not the Devils had been able to keep Martin, they would’ve signed Volchenkov. “Yes. I don’t think that is a question,” Lamoriello said. “Tallinder

Johan Hedberg Signs With New Jersey Devils

The New Jersey Devils have signed goaltender Johan Hedberg to a one-year contract effective $1.5 million  including bonuses and no trade clause. Hedberg, 37, was 21-16-6 with a .915 SV % and 2.62 GAA with the Atlanta Thrashers last season. Including 3 shutouts.