Explore every episode of the podcast Devils' Advocates
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| On the Beginning of Rookie Camp & the NHL Player Media Tour | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:46:51 | |
In another episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake chat about the start of the New Jersey Devils’ rookie camp and break down the best players from the first game. From there, they discuss the roster as a whole and the timeline for a Luke Evangelista extension. Finally, they talk about the NHL Player Media Tour and 32 Thoughts interviews with Jack and Quinn Hughes. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On the Fit & Roster Implications of Luke Evangelista | 06 Sep 2026 | 01:04:43 | |
In another episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake begin by briefly discussing Sunny Mehta’s recent appearance on Spittin’ Chiclets before getting into the meat of the episode: Luke Evangelista. The duo chat about his acquisition cost, fit in the lineup, playstyle, and the implications on the Devils’ entire roster. To cap it off, they have an episode of everyone’s favorite segment: Quinn’s Corner. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Devils Season Preview ft. Dimitri Filipovic | 29 Aug 2026 | 01:00:42 | |
After a couple-of-week-long hiatus, the Devils’ Advocates Podcast is back, with special guest Dimitri Filipovic (The Hockey PDOcast) joining JP and Jake. The trio begin the first half of the episode by outlining the Devils for the upcoming 2026-27 season, from the off-season Sunny Mehta has had to regression candidates to problems still ailing the team. From there, JP and Jake pick Dimitri’s brain about analytics and their usage, and the balance between them and the eye test. Be sure to check out the Hockey PDOcast on Patreon, YouTube, and all other platforms! And, of course, listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Dead of Summer | 05 Aug 2026 | 01:00:37 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake chat about the latest surrounding the New Jersey Devils in a quiet part of the summer. They begin by breaking down the biggest parts of Sunny Mehta’s press tour before segueing into a recent draft-day trade reveal. From there, they chat about Dan MacKinnon’s departure to the Minnesota Wild before capping the episode off with everyone’s favorite topic: Quinn Hughes. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including more exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| An Evening with Ken Daneyko | 30 Jul 2026 | 01:33:41 | |
In a special episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, Mr. Devil himself, Ken Daneyko, joins JP and Jake for an hour-and-a-half-long interview. The conversation focuses on the Devils’ moves under Sunny Mehta before shifting gears into the mental side of hockey. After an extended discussion there, they chat about Daneyko’s life since retiring from the game and becoming a broadcaster. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On the Devils’ Deep Top Nine and Their New-Look Coaching Staff | 19 Jul 2026 | 01:05:49 | |
In another episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake spend the first half of the episode chatting about the Anthony Mantha signing before delving into the coaching staff, schedule drop, and updates on Quinn Hughes. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| A Whole Lot of Nothin’ | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:52:50 | |
In another episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake delve into the Devils’ overall offseason, starting with the only brief bit of news in the last week before diving into the implications of all of Sunny Mehta’s moves. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On Another Busy Week for the Devils & Journalistic Integrity | 08 Jul 2026 | 01:08:54 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake recap another busy week for the New Jersey Devils, starting with the goalie room now that Jacob Markstrom is gone and David Rittich is in. From there, they discuss the extensions given to Nico Hischier and Arseny Gritsyuk and a myriad of minor signings before chatting about the Barrett Hayton offer sheet. They wrap up the episode talking about JP’s spar with Michael Russo of The Athletic. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On a Busy Offseason: Trades, the Draft, Free Agency, and More | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:03:41 | |
JP and Jake tackle what was surely the busiest week or so of the Devils’ offseason. Between the draft, three trades, free agency, Nico Hischier’s extension, and Quinn Hughes, they’ve got it covered. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Devils’ Draft Special | 20 Jun 2026 | 01:00:50 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake return to talk shop about appealing options for the Devils’ 12th overall selection, assuming they keep the pick. Prior to that, they discuss recent happenings over the last week, including breakthroughs on Nico Hischier’s contract talks, trade rumors about Jacob Markstrom and Simon Nemec, and Jeremy Colliton’s departure from the organization. Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On Gritsyuk's Asking Price, Silayev's ELC, and Dylan Larkin | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:54:49 | |
JP and Jake host another weekly episode of the Devils' Advocates Podcast, chatting about Arseny Gritsyuk's rumored interest in staying, Anton Silayev's ELC, and the implications of the Dylan Larkin trade request. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On Simon Nemec, Quinn Hughes, and the Devils' Coaching Staff | 24 May 2026 | 01:00:16 | |
JP and Jake take some time to discuss the changes to the New Jersey Devils' coaching staff -- who is staying and who has departed -- before jumping into the rumors surrounding Simon Nemec. From there, they wrap up the episode by chatting about Quinn Hughes' press conference in Minnesota and what it might mean for the Devils. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Exploring Trade Targets with the 12th Overall Pick | 13 May 2026 | 00:58:05 | |
After a very short hiatus, JP and Jake are back to talk about the recent handful of front office moves made by the New Jersey Devils before delving in to the endless possibilities of trade targets with the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NHL entry draft. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Ignoring the Short-Term Results for Long-Term Benefit | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:48:37 | |
In the latest Devils' Advocates Podcast, JP and Jake chat about takeaways from Sunny Mehta's introductory press conference and project what the Devils' future holds. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| It's Always Sunny in Newark | 19 Apr 2026 | 01:00:50 | |
JP and Jake get amped up about the Sunny Mehta hire, diving into what makes him such an appealing candidate and what may be on his to-do list. From there, they chat for a good while about the Devils' exit interviews and locker room cleanout. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Who Will Be the Next GM of the Devils? | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:58:05 | |
JP and Jake come together for another weekly episode of the Devils' Advocates Podcast, where they chat in-depth about the ongoing GM search for the organization as well as some other pressing storylines from the last week of the season. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Reflecting on Tom Fitzgerald's Tenure in New Jersey | 07 Apr 2026 | 01:02:43 | |
Devils' GM Tom Fitzgerald was fired yesterday, so JP and Jake take some time to reflect on his tenure as a whole -- good and bad -- before diving into some potential replacements and why they might be a good fit. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Dissecting the Hurricanes Problem | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:47:14 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates Podcast, JP Gambatese and Jake McDonald discuss the Devils’ recent back-to-back against the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks. Within the conversation about the Hurricanes loss, the duo chat about the perennial lack of success against them and dissect why that might be, from a system to roster construction standpoint. Of course, they have to talk about Jack Hughes’ excellent showing against the Blackhawks, and have takes on the Rangers that surely won’t age poorly… Make sure to subscribe or follow the Devils’ Advocates podcast on your streaming platform of choice to stay up to date with the latest happenings of the New Jersey Devils, including exciting guest appearances! Listen to the Devils’ Advocates Podcast on your favorite platforms below: Devils’ Advocates is a completely free-of-charge publication. Put in your email below and press “subscribe” to receive updates when new posts become available. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On Defensive Body Language, New Injuries, and Goalie Statistics | 28 Mar 2026 | 00:49:40 | |
JP and Jake get together to discuss the most recent slate of Devils games, the higher-octane game they’ve been playing, Simon Nemec’s defensive body language and hustle, a new ideology of goaltending statistics, and much, much more. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Dog Days | 22 Mar 2026 | 00:57:56 | |
JP and Jake chat about the recent state of Devils games, from their bettered process and performances to Jack Hughes‘ mid-game frustrations to the Hall of Fame puck debacle. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Trade Deadline That Wasn’t | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:57:56 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates podcast, JP Gambatese and Jake McDonald get together to chat about the latest four-game slate for the New Jersey Devils before diving right in to their absent trade deadline. They discuss the implications of no moves being made, what the future may hold for certain players, and what this means for the Devils’ overall outlook. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Trade Deadline Special | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:55:24 | |
JP and Jake are back with the trade deadline special, where they discuss the New Jersey Devils’ potential trade candidates and throw out some mock trades. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Jack Hughes: American Hockey Hero | 28 Feb 2026 | 00:50:36 | |
JP and Jake get together to chat about Jack Hughes’ Olympic success and his post-Olympic press run before delving into the Devils’ never-ending struggles. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Why Do the Devils’ Olympians Play Better Outside of New Jersey? | 21 Feb 2026 | 00:57:32 | |
In another weekly episode of the Devils’ Advocates podcast, JP and Jake discuss the Devils’ Olympians’ strong outings in Milan before diving into why they have not had the same success in New Jersey. From there, they talk shop about the Devils’ puck-moving woes from the defense corps and the current rumor mill surrounding the team’s potential trade chips. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Jack Hughes of it All, ft. Mike Rupp | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:53:39 | |
JP is joined by ex-NHLer and current NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp to discuss the current happenings of the Devils, from the Jack Hughes injury debacle, locker room dynamics within the context of a disappointing season, the Devils' offensive woes, and what the next steps should be in New Jersey. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Last Bjugstand | 07 Feb 2026 | 00:56:25 | |
JP and Jake discuss the Nick Bjugstad acquisition and the rumored Cody Glass move before talking about Tom Fitzgerald’s overall tenure in New Jersey. From there, the two speak about Jack Hughes’ injury and Olympic availability, the last week of games, and playoff chances prior to the break. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Where Do The Devils Fit in the Eastern Conference Playoff Race? | 31 Jan 2026 | 00:51:21 | |
JP and Jake discuss the Ondrej Palat trade before deep-diving the playoff picture in the East. From there, they get into the immediate impact of Lenni Hämeenaho and Arseny Gritsyuk, the implications of Jack Hughes’ presumably short-term injury, and the upcoming slate of games. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Another Injury Hits, Kyrou Fits, and Glendening Sits | 23 Jan 2026 | 00:52:22 | |
JP and Jake discuss the implications of Luke Hughes’ injury, from Dougie Hamilton to Simon Nemec, before diving into whether or not Nemec is a tradable asset. From there, they quickly recap the last week of games and go in-depth about the Devils’ new-look lines. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| On the Hamilton & Palat Rumors and Team Identity | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:52:12 | |
JP and Jake get together to talk shop about the Dougie Hamilton and Ondrej Palat rumors, briefly recap the last week of games, and have a big-picture discussion on roster building and identity. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Return: On Luke Hughes, the Devils’ Finishing Woes, and Recent Games | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:49:34 | |
JP and Jake reignite the Devils’ Advocates Podcast by jumping right into the last week of games, the Luke Hughes situation, team finishing, and more! Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Chatting With Brenden Dillon About His Hot Start to the Season & More | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:36:45 | |
Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon joins me to chat about his play this season, his partners, mental preparation for his role, and much more! Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Talking Devils With Bryce Salvador | 10 Nov 2025 | 01:05:30 | |
Ex-Devils captain and current MSG Analyst Bryce Salvador joins me to talk shop about the current afairs regarding the New Jersey devils. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Exclusive Interview With Angus Crookshank | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:21:36 | |
We’re doing something a little different today, as I’m joined by New Jersey Devils’ prospect and Utica Comets alternate captain Angus Crookshank to talk shop about hockey. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.8 - (Un)Lucky Devils | 09 Jan 2024 | 01:05:18 | |
Join JP, Andrew, and Jake as they discuss the Devils' injury woes, recap the most recent two games, and talk about potential trade targets for goalie and defense help. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.7 - Christmas Break | 27 Dec 2023 | 01:01:50 | |
In today's episode, JP, BP, and Andrew delve into the Devils' happenings over the last month, including Dougie's injury, Nemec's rise, the Devils' goaltending woes, and much, much more. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.6 - We're Baaaaack (again!) | 22 Nov 2023 | 01:06:51 | |
Join Andrew, Jake, and Dan after a short break from the Devils' Advocates. Tune in to listen to their opinions of the last couple weeks of the season, chiming in on the injury woes, gameplay, and what the Devils should be up to in the coming games. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.5 - Frozen Frenzy | 27 Oct 2023 | 00:49:03 | |
Andrew, Jake, and BP discuss the Devils' last two games: a dominant win over the Canadiens and a disappointing loss against the Capitals. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the Devils' upcoming game. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.4 - Florida Recap | 20 Oct 2023 | 00:42:33 | |
Join JP, Andrew, and Dan as they recap the Devils' recent loss to the Florida Panthers. The trio go in depth about why or why not to be concerned moving forward, as well as analyzing and previewing the upcoming game against the Islanders. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.3 - First Week | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:48:59 | |
With the first week of Devils action in the books, JP, Jake, and Andrew run through their opinions on the Devils' slow start to the season. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.2 - Regular Season Primer | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:48:40 | |
Andrew, Jake, and BP get you ready for the Devils' upcoming game against the Red Wings, taking pit stops at the pride tape situation, the first night of hockey, and the Arizona Coyotes. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 2.1 - We're Baaaaaack | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:56:51 | |
After a couple month long break, welcome the crew back as Andrew, Jake, and BP get primed for hockey season, recapping the off-season and preseason. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 12 - What are the Devils Really Worth? | 09 Aug 2023 | 01:08:36 | |
JP, Jake, and Andrew deep dive into the Devils' contracts, and compare them to how they stack up against Dom Luszczyszyn's contract model before discussing their current ELC contracts. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 11 - All Time Devils Draft | 07 Aug 2023 | 01:33:47 | |
In this extra long episode, JP, Andrew, and Dan draft teams using the best Devils players of all time -- no repeats! Who has the best team? Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 10 - NHL Tier List | 02 Aug 2023 | 01:00:06 | |
Andrew, BP, and Jake make a tier list of all NHL teams, ranging from bottom-feeders to cup-contenders. Tune in to see where the Devils (and other teams) rank! Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 9 - Will They or Won't They? | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:55:37 | |
JP, BP, and Andrew tackle a plethora of "Will they, or won't they?" questions, from individual point totals, to team metrics, to some fun prospect questions. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 8 - NHL's Best Top 6s | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:55:16 | |
Jake, Andrew, and Dan (!!) investigate the NHL's top ranked top 6's analytically before delving into their own thoughts on the teams that are brought up. Give a warm welcome to Dan on his inaugural episode! Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 7 - Alex Chauvancy | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:48:27 | |
JP, BP, and Jake are joined by TheHockeyWriters and Infernal Access writer Alex Chauvancy. Join in to learn more about Alex and his thoughts on the Devils! Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 6 - Metro Predictions | 19 Jul 2023 | 01:02:00 | |
JP, Jake, and Andrew (!!) do some way-too-early standings predictions for the Metro division. The Devils have to be first... right? Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 5 - Way Too Early Roster Projection | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:53:52 | |
JP, BP, and Jake discuss their way-too-early roster projections for up and down the lineup, touching on a couple other small things along the way. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| 4 - Development Camp | 14 Jul 2023 | 00:44:48 | |
JP, BP, and Jake briefly discuss the Jesper Boqvist signing in Boston before taking a deep dive into JP and BP's experience at the development camp tournament. Get full access to Devils' Advocates at njdevilsadvocates.substack.com/subscribe | |||