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Ep.52 Easter Sunday/Bruins Recap
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April 9, 2023

Ep.52 Easter Sunday/Bruins Recap

Welcome to the Trap podcast, Devils fans! In this episode, we talk about the intense day of hockey that took place on Easter Sunday, including the signing of Luke Hughes to the Devils, Hurricanes vs. Buffalo game, and the Devils vs. Boston Bruins game. We also discuss the future of the Buffalo Sabres, a team loaded with young talent and serious potential. If you're a hockey fan or just interested in learning about the latest happenings in the NHL, tune in to this episode of the Trap podcast. It'...
Ep.51 Devils Destroy Buffalo/Here Comes Luke
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April 6, 2023

Ep.51 Devils Destroy Buffalo/Here Comes Luke

Devils have their way with the Blue Jackets. Johnny Hockey doesn't make it back out after the first period. NJ puts up an 8 spot, Timo and Jack have themselves a night...
EP.50 Merc Dawwggg!!!
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April 4, 2023

EP.50 Merc Dawwggg!!!

Its a doggy dog world....Dawson Mercer leads the team with a hat trick to a decisive win vs the Penguins.
Ep.49 The Good The Bad The Ugly
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April 2, 2023

Ep.49 The Good The Bad The Ugly

The Devils dominate vs Chicago, then get crushed by Winnipeg. Lets talk about it.
Ep.48 Devils Beat The Blueshirts
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March 31, 2023

Ep.48 Devils Beat The Blueshirts

Devils win a huge game vs the Rangers in what was a incredibly structured and well rounded performance.
Ep.47 The Final Stretch/How The Devils Got Here
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March 28, 2023

Ep.47 The Final Stretch/How The Devils Got Here

Bill and Kyle discuss the recent Devils loss to the Islanders. The Devils need to figure out their lines but more importantly Ruff needs to decide who his starters are. 7 and 5 at this point in the season is scary. Bill goes on to cover how the Devils got to this point. Starting in 2012 Bill takes a look back at the moves made to get where we're at today.
Ep.46 Jack is Back (feat. Kyle Botch)
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March 26, 2023

Ep.46 Jack is Back (feat. Kyle Botch)

Bill and Kyle cover the games vs Buffalo and Ottawa. Devils are going to have to play better this week if they want to win vs a desperate Isles team and our hated rivals.
Ep.45 Devils Down The Stretch
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March 22, 2023

Ep.45 Devils Down The Stretch

Devils win thanks to a hat trick by Jesper Bratt in Tampa. Devils lose in the last second of the game vs The Wild. Jack Hughes tries to take over OT. Devils should still try to focus on winning division etc etc.
Ep.44 A Dark Night In The Sunshine State
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March 19, 2023

Ep.44 A Dark Night In The Sunshine State

Devils give up 3 unanswered goals in the third period to lose to the Florida Panthers despite an amazing performance by Akira Schmid
Ep.44 Dark Night in the Sunshine State
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March 19, 2023

Ep.44 Dark Night in the Sunshine State

Devils drop their 3rd in a row with a horrible performance vs Florida. Akira Schmid single handedly kept the team in the game and despite having a two goal lead the Devils give up 3 unanswered goals in the third period to cost themselves the game.
Ep.43 A Dysfunction Devils Family
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March 18, 2023

Ep.43 A Dysfunction Devils Family

A family of Devils fans tries to talk all things NJ Devils without hurting one another.
Ep.42 Elevators (Devils Ups and Downs)
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March 15, 2023

Ep.42 Elevators (Devils Ups and Downs)

The Devils lose an ugly game to the Lightning after coming off an emotional win vs Carolina on Sunday. After having a goal called back the Devils give up a shorty and Tampa pounces on a Devils team that looked tired and uninspired. Luckily the Devils have a chance at redemption as they face off against the Lightning Thursday in Newark and again Saturday in Tampa. Mackenzie Blackwood is back skating with the team and the Devils have some hard decisions to make when it comes to the crease. Timo M...
Ep.41 Oh What A Weekend (1st Place!!)
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March 13, 2023

Ep.41 Oh What A Weekend (1st Place!!)

Devils are tied for 1st place!!!! Devils beat Montreal on the road on Saturday night. Sunday Devils put together such a well rounded performance to put themselves into a tie for first place in the Metro!
Ep.40 Back At The Trap
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March 11, 2023

Ep.40 Back At The Trap

Bill is back in NJ at his new studio. The Devils 3rd line is on fire!!! Jesper Boqvist has been very good lately. Haula is heating up! Timo Meier advanced stats are insane. The Nico line is dominant! Sharangovich is out, as Ruff starts to make players accountable. Devils will be preparing for the playoffs moving forward. What do we do with Mackenzie Blackwood? I;m all about giving Schmid the nod vs Carolina. Holtz impresses in Utica. Chuck Fletcher out in Philly. Devils have huge game on Sunday
Ep.39 Analytics and Advanced Stats Breakdown
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March 11, 2023

Ep.39 Analytics and Advanced Stats Breakdown

What is Corsi? What are advanced analytics and what how the hell do I tell what all these numbers mean? Bill dives into the different analytic terms and gives you an idea on what they stand for.
Ep.38 A Dominant Loss
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March 4, 2023

Ep.38 A Dominant Loss

The Devils go on the road to beat the defending stanley cup champs! Bill goes over the Meier trade....again. Devils lose a dominating performance in OT to Adin Hill. Who could be willing to sign a team friendly deal this offseason. Will Meier debut tomorrow? Kevin Bahls progression and much more.
Ep.37 Congratulations Devils Fans
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Feb. 27, 2023

Ep.37 Congratulations Devils Fans

Bill dials in live from Santa Teresa, Costa Rica to cover the Devils last two games plus the Timo Meier trade. What a time to be a Devils fan!!!
Ep.36 A Tale Of Two Teams
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Feb. 22, 2023

Ep.36 A Tale Of Two Teams

In this episode Bill goes over the last three games. Two impressive dif kinds of wins, and one let down loss. The energy at the Prudential Center. What Tom Fitzgerald should do at the trade deadline. Who is untouchable and much more.
Ep.35 Away From The Meier
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Feb. 19, 2023

Ep.35 Away From The Meier

Devils get Jack back and win a very impressive game vs Pittsburgh on the road. Nico gets back on the board scoring his 100th and 101st goals of his career. Mercer joins Nico on the first line and makes a huge impact. Seigs and Bastian both are healthy scratched and much more.
Ep.34 Do We Have A 3rd Line?
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Feb. 15, 2023

Ep.34 Do We Have A 3rd Line?

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.
Ep.33 Dougie Doesn't Miss/"We Want Timo"
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Feb. 10, 2023

Ep.33 Dougie Doesn't Miss/"We Want Timo"

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.
Ep.33 Jacks Gets Hurt/Devils Need Meier
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Feb. 9, 2023

Ep.33 Jacks Gets Hurt/Devils Need Meier

On this episode Bill discusses Jack Hughes injury. The Rangers land Tarasenko. What is wrong with some of the NJ Devils fan base? Talk about doom and gloom. Lets bring the energy. Show what it means to be from NJ.
Ep.32 The Legend of Scott Stevens (feat. The Big Tickle)
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Feb. 1, 2023

Ep.32 The Legend of Scott Stevens (feat. The Big Tickle)

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.