Devils pull off a last second win in Columbus. Dawson Mercer struggles. Miles Wood needs to be replaced. This young Devils team continues to find ways to win. Timo Meier. Fitzgeralds trade tactics and much more on this episode of The Trap.
On the latest episode Bill covers the current state of the Devils including.. Dougie Doesn't Miss! Bill yells "We Want Timo" Jack Hughes is week to week. Rangers get Tarasenko. Timo Meier is the perfect fit. The Rock is as alive as ever! Devils are 10-1-1 in their last 12.
Bill, the Big Tickle and Bobby do a deep dive on what many people consider to be the greatest Devil of all time. Scott Stevens. They talk about what it was like to watch him play on a nightly basis and what he meant to the organization. Fuck Ray Bourque.
Bill and his father go over their favorite games of the first half of the season. The guys go over who have been the biggest surprises on the team. What additions need to be made to make a playoff push, and how fun this team is.
In this episode Bill covers the Devils past two games vs Seattle and Pittsburgh. What Vitek has meant for the Devils organization and how landing Timo Meier can make the Devils an instant contender!! Bill also covers why the Devils look dif now despite their 8-2-1 record than they did during their 13 game winning streak.
Devils pull off a miracle in the Shark Tank!!!! In this episode Bill covers the Devils 5 game winning streak and what it means for the Devils moving forward. Bill builds out his podcast studio and has "Bobby" working the boards. The New York Giants have won a playoff game!!!!! Congrats Big BLUE!!!
Bill and Kyle go over what was an EPIC win on saturday in Newark vs the Rangers. Bill talks about the atmosphere at the game, bringing Beau Bear to his first Devils Rangers game. We touch on Damon Severson and how this heroic goal will be a great way for him to go out as a Devil as Simon Nemec waits in the wings. Bill talks about having his first post go viral regarding Igor Shesterkin. The guys cover the upcoming game vs Carolina who is on a 3 game skid. Marino, Bastian and Wood are all taking ...
The Devils have lose an easy one...as they let the metro slip through their fingers. We're in the middle of an epic collapse that could effect this young players if they dont get this turned around ASAP. Secondary scoring is non existent. You can't play with only two lines. Send Help!
This is not your same old Devils. On this episode Billy covers running into fellow Devils fans at Phish in NYC. Horrible officiating in both Friday and Sundays games. Devils need secondary scoring. What a 6 year Devils fan says to Rangers fans. Simon Nemec and much more. Enjoy.
Big Tickle joins the podcast to talk about how the Devils have dropped 8 of their last 9 but this team still feels different. The discuss Jesper Bratt and what his next contract should look like. Where Bill had the Devils projected to be at this point in the season. Despite losing they have played a structured hard game. Wins in next two games can change the entire vibe around the team after this past month of losing.
In this episode The Bratt Pack joins the show and we discuss the Devils 6 game losing streak. Who needs to improve. Is it time for the Devils to make some roster changes? The team needs to defend itself vs a Florida Panthers team who will be out for blood. How much longer can the Devils lose without the fan base imploding. What does the Devils crease look like in the future. Brendan Smith is a disaster and the guys agree lets take it easy on Damon Severson. Featuring music from Miley Cyrus....
Devils take a long look in the mirror after their 4th loss in a row. Carter Hart was incredible as he stopped 48 of 49 shots leading the Flyers to a 2 to 1 victory. Damon Seversons giveaway turns into the game winner, bringing a ton of heat his way. Lindy Ruff speaks out in frustration. Erik Haula continues to be snakebitten and much much more.
Devils drop 3 in a row. Bill covers the Devils Rangers game at MSG and the Dallas game in Newark. Devils fans don't need to panic. Bahl plays well....again. Devils arent able to take advantage of backup goalies. Holtz's game is concerning. Timo Meier would be a good fit. What they do with Blackwood and much more.
In episode 21 Bill covers the Devils bounce back game vs the Flyers. Nico holds an on ice meeting that gets to team off to a hot start vs. Chicago. Dougie Hamilton plays Norris Trophy caliber hockey and Jack Hughes has officially started to look like a number 1 overall pick who can completely take over a game. Devils are in first place but the upcoming schedule will be much harder. Shakir is coming to North America! World Juniors this month and what Seamus Casey brings to the table.
The Devils go to NY and take over MSG. What a night it was...Bill explains the scene at the Garden, and meeting Bill Spaulding afterwards. This is Alex Holtz time to shine. Jack Hughes look insane and how the Devils schedule gets much harder in the next month.
The Devils are a wagon! After a controversial loss on Thanksgiving Eve the Devils bounce back with two impressive wins led by Vitek Vanecek and Jack Hughes. The Devils are in first place in the NHL and head to New York to play the Rangers at MSG on monday night. Bill talks about bringing Beau to get his first Dougie Hamilton Jersey and how Devils Fans can't stop throwing things on the ice. #NJDevils Intro Song: Darius Rucker - Wagon Wheel Outro Song - Eric B. and Rakim - Paid in Full...
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!! The Devils win streak comes to an end but not without a total melt down in Newark. The Devils fan base is back! Bill discusses the game vs Toronto, the 3 disallowed goals and what comes next for this amazing team.
Immediate reaction to the Devils amazing overtime win vs the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Devils have now won 11 in a row and have officially put the league on notice. Devils are a legit force in the NHL with much more to come. 11 in a ROW!!!
Bill goes over the week in Devils hockey as their winning streak hits 9! What watching Devils win in Disney is like. The vibe around the Rock last night. Nico Hischier is hitting a dif level and much more. Opening Song: Zapp & Roger - So Ruff So Tuff Closing Song: Prince - 1999
The Devils have put the NHL on notice after winning 6 straight including a sweep in western canada. The Devils have a resilience that we haven't seen in a long time. They blow out Vancouver, battle back vs Edmonton and give up a 2 goal lead, but still bounce back to get two points vs Calgary. Its a new era of Devils hockey. Vitek Vanecek looks amazing. The BMW line is humming, and Nico Hischier looks like hes ready to become the next Devils legend.
The Devils beat the Stanley Cup Champs in a impressive 1-0 shutout. The team shows a ton of grit and is currently in second place in the Metropolitan Division. This team is for real! Devils are BACK BABY! Music Intro: Ice Cube - You Know How We Do Music Outro: Wu Tang - Triumph
The Devils split games vs Washington and Detroit this week, but continue to look dominant! Is this the start of the New New Jersey Devils? Will goaltending continue to hold them back and is Jesper Bratt the best player in the world? Of course he is. John Marino is the Dan Marino of the Devils backend and Nico looks like hes ready to be a Selke candidate. A strong showing over the next two weeks could really be the Devils NHL coming out party. Opening Music: Action Bronson - Easy Rider Closing Mu...
In this episode Bill covers the Devils 3 game winning streak! Dougie Hamilton looks like the guy we paid 9 million dollars for. The John Marino for Ty Smith deal looks like a HUGE win for the Devils and Tom Fitzgerald. Mackenzie Blackwood has 3 solid games in a row. The NJO line is on fire. Palat now has 3 goals, Bratt leads the league in assists and Nico looks like a first overall pick. Kevin Bahl needs to get more ice time and there is still room for improvement in our bottom 6. Music: Intro: ...
Its gettin UGLY in NJ. Bill and Kyle talk about the epic meltdown in Newark on Sat and the horrible opener in Philly. If Tom Fitzgerald won't do his job Devils fans will do it for him. The Shit Show that is the NJ Devils. Intro: Rage Against The Machine - Know Your Enemy Outro: Bubba Sparx - UGLY
In this episode Bill has his father Bill Sr. join the podcast and take a walk down memory lane. They talk about going to games at the Meadowlands, and how the game experience has changed. We preview the Devils upcoming season covering a new look defensive group, the coaching staff, Simon Nemec, Kevin Bahl, and the Devils goaltending. Playoff predictions and if Jesper Bratt is able to get a deal done. We cover the tough decision of Damon Severson plus more. Intro: Van Halen - Right Now Outro: INX...
In Episode 9 Bill covers Kevin Bahl and how impressive the big man has looked this preseason. Who is being sent back to Utica, what the opening night roster will look like. Andreas Johnsson gets waived, Devils analytical playoff predictions, and will Mackenzie Blackwood be able to fight through adversity. Intro: INXS - Devil Inside Outro: Van Halen - Runnin with the Devil
In Episode 8 Bill goes over the first 4 games of the preseason. The Devils have a new vibe around them, a new confidence and its time to go from the doghouse to the penthouse. We cover Dougie Hamiltons game, our goaltending and what to do with our 4th line. Tomas Tatar, Eric Haula, Zetterlund, Bastian and John Marino. Alex Holtz, Palat and Hughes line looks like a force to be reckoned with. Bill Spaulding and Adam Hamway bring a new amazing in game and television Devils experience.
In this episode Bill talks about the NJ Devils training camp. Alexander Holtz looks like the real deal and how it allows our roster to have more favorable matchups. Simon Nemec looks extremely confident, who makes our bottom 6? Marino looks fast! Nico and his idol Roger Federer. Insulating our young defensemen and who will be the 6/7th D spots.
In Episode 7 Bill dives into the Atlantic Division for the upcoming 2022-2023 season. Point total predictions, Vegas over unders, which teams are ready to take the next step and which GM's are feeling the heat. We also dive into how the eastern conference playoff picture could shake out and what teams will be fighting for the two wild card spots. (National Hockey League NHL / Kirby Dach Montreal Canadiens NHL Trade News / Stanley Cup Picks, Rumors, Rumours, Bracket Challenge Playoffs Prediction ...
In episode 5 Bill discusses the Metropolitan Division. Who will come out of the Metro with a playoff spot and who will fall short. Teams additions, subtractions and what Las Vegas is projecting.
