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Devils Trade Puzzle: Mercer or Bust | New Jersey Devils News
The New Jersey Devils are in a pivotal moment, weighing whether to trade star center Dawson Mercer for a game-changing piece—or risk losing a reliable, two-way force. After sending defenseman Simon Nemec to Calgary for picks and prospects, the team’s strategy has shifted: trading Mercer alone may not yield the blockbuster return they crave. With Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier already leading the charge, adding another elite talent could push them over the playoff edge. But Mercer’s consistency—82 games, 20 goals per season, penalty killing, shutdown ability—is hard to replace. The Devils must…
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