Devils Edge Rangers 3–1 in Preseason Matchup

The New Jersey Devils secured a 3–1 victory over the New York Rangers on October 2 at Madison Square Garden, showcasing a near full-strength lineup and solidifying their preparations for the regular season.

Goaltending Standout

Goaltender Jacob Markstrom was instrumental in the win, stopping 19 of 20 shots faced. His only blemish was a fluke own goal, but otherwise, he was sharp and composed throughout the game.

Offensive Contributions

Depth players played a significant role in the Devils' offense. Paul Cotter opened the scoring with a sharp-angle goal, assisted by Arseny Gritsyuk. Ondrej Palat added a power-play goal in the third period, and Dawson Mercer sealed the victory with an empty-netter.

Defensive Play

Despite the own goal, defenseman Simon Nemec led the team in ice time and excelled in possession metrics, contributing to the team's overall defensive stability.

Injury Concerns

Defenseman Brett Pesce exited the game after the second period due to injury and may miss time. His status will be monitored as the team prepares for the regular season.

Final Preparations

With the regular season approaching, the Devils are finalizing their roster decisions. The team's performance in this game provides confidence as they head into their final preseason matchup against the Flyers.