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Devils Alumni Shine in KHL as NHL Prospects Rise

8/18/2025

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Former New Jersey Devils players, including Daniel Sprong and Ty Smith, are now in the KHL.
Nick Merkley will join the Shanghai Dragons, marking a significant season for the rebranded team.
The Devils are preparing for the 2025-26 season, emphasizing advanced metrics and power-play efficiency.
Top prospects Anton Silayev and Arseniy Gritsyuk may join the NHL soon.
The team seeks to build on last season's success despite injuries to key players.

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Story summary

Former New Jersey Devils players, including Daniel Sprong and Ty Smith, are now in the KHL.
Nick Merkley will join the Shanghai Dragons, marking a significant season for the rebranded team.
The Devils are preparing for the 2025-26 season, emphasizing advanced metrics and power-play efficiency.
Top prospects Anton Silayev and Arseniy Gritsyuk may join the NHL soon.
The team seeks to build on last season's success despite injuries to key players.