The New Jersey Devils host the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night, just hours after the NHL trade deadline. On Thursday, they picked up defenseman Brian Dumoulin in a deal with the Anaheim Ducks. That was a signal that they did not like the latest on defenseman Dougie Hamilton’s injury.

The New Jersey Devils face significant challenges as key defensemen Jonas Siegenthaler and Dougie Hamilton suffer injuries. Siegenthaler will miss the entire 2024-25 season, while Hamilton's return is uncertain.

The Devils are going to be shorthanded on the blueline down the stretch, as Dougie Hamilton and Jonas Siegenthaler are set to miss an extended period of time.

Defenceman Dougie Hamilton left Tuesday's game against the Dallas Stars late in the first period and he did not return.