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Season 1

Ep.68 Free Agents/Roster Configuration
May 30, 2023

Ep.68 Free Agents/Roster Configuration

On this episode Bill covers the Devils upcoming season and what their forward group could look like. With decisions to make about their free agents the Devils will have to see which prospects can step up in camp to make …

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Ep.67 Devils Exit Interviews/Contract Speculation
May 18, 2023

Ep.67 Devils Exit Interviews/Contract Speculation

Devils exit interviews, Timo Meier contract, Jesper Bratt, Nemec and Hughes on the back end and much more.

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Ep.66 Chin Up
May 12, 2023

Ep.66 Chin Up

The Devils season comes to an end. What an amazing season it was.

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Ep.65 Devils Get Dismantled
May 10, 2023

Ep.65 Devils Get Dismantled

In a must win situation Devils are a no show vs the Carolina Hurricanes

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Ep.64 The 8 Goal Epic
May 7, 2023

Ep.64 The 8 Goal Epic

Devils score 8 vs Carolina in an instant classic

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Ep.63 Devils Walk Into A Hurricane
May 6, 2023

Ep.63 Devils Walk Into A Hurricane

On this episode Bill breaks down games 1 and 2 of the Devils vs Hurricanes series. Devils need to get it together quick if they want to make this a series.

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Ep.62 THE DEVILS WIN GAME 7!!!!
May 2, 2023

Ep.62 THE DEVILS WIN GAME 7!!!!

The Devils win game 7 in dominating fashion vs their hated rivals the NYR.

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Ep.61 Devils Lose /Game 7 Preview
April 30, 2023

Ep.61 Devils Lose /Game 7 Preview

Devils lose to the Rangers in game 6. Game 7 Preview

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Ep.60 You Get Nothing! (Game 5 Review)
April 28, 2023

Ep.60 You Get Nothing! (Game 5 Review)

Game 5 Devils destroy Rangers in a 4-0 victory in Newark

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Ep.59 My Name Is Jonas Game 4 (Feat. Forever Blueshirts)
April 25, 2023

Ep.59 My Name Is Jonas Game 4 (Feat. Forever Blueshirts)

Devils Rangers game 4 review with special guest (Forever Blueshirts)

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Ep.58 Dougie Does NYC (Game 3 Recap)
April 23, 2023

Ep.58 Dougie Does NYC (Game 3 Recap)

Game 3 Devils/Rangers Recap. The New Jersey Devils defeat the NYR in a nail biter at MSG.

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Ep.57 A Total Disaster NJ/NY Game 2 Recap
April 21, 2023

Ep.57 A Total Disaster NJ/NY Game 2 Recap

Bill, Kyle and Bill Sr. cover the Devils embarrassing second loss in a row to their hated rivals from across the river

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Ep.56
April 19, 2023

Ep.56 "Ouch" Game 1 Recap

Bill and the Big Tickle recap game 1 of the playoffs vs the New York Rangers

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Ep.55 The Night Before Playoffs (Feat. Jonny Lazarus)
April 17, 2023

Ep.55 The Night Before Playoffs (Feat. Jonny Lazarus)

Its the night before Devils Rangers game 1 of the playoffs. Bill has special guest Jonny Lazarus from The Blue Crew Podcast on to talk about what he expects from the series from a Rangers fan point of view.

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Ep.54 Devils/Rangers First Round Preview
April 15, 2023

Ep.54 Devils/Rangers First Round Preview

The Pickle is back!!! Bill and the Pickle go over what to expect from the Rangers in our first round matchup.

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Ep.53 Luke Scores In Instant Classic Game 82
April 13, 2023

Ep.53 Luke Scores In Instant Classic Game 82

The Devils win in dramatic form in the season finale scored by Luke Hughes! What an insane game. Devils come back after being down 4-1 led by Akira Schmid. The Devils fanbase is as happy as i've ever seen it. …

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Ep.52 Easter Sunday/Bruins Recap
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 Dev...

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Ep.51 Devils Destroy Buffalo/Here Comes Luke
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...

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EP.50 Merc Dawwggg!!!
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.

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Ep.49 The Good The Bad The Ugly
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.

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Ep.48 Devils Beat The Blueshirts
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.

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

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

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Ep.45 Devils Down The Stretch
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 …

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Ep.44 A Dark Night In The Sunshine State
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

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Ep.44 Dark Night in the Sunshine State
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 …

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Ep.43 A Dysfunction Devils Family
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.

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Ep.42 Elevators (Devils Ups and Downs)
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 …

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

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Ep.40 Back At The Trap
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 …

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Ep.39 Analytics and Advanced Stats Breakdown
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.

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Ep.38 A Dominant Loss
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 …

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Ep.37 Congratulations Devils Fans
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!!!

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Ep.36 A Tale Of Two Teams
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 …

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Ep.35 Away From The Meier
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 …

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Ep.34 Do We Have A 3rd Line?
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 episod...

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Ep.33 Dougie Doesn't Miss/
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 …

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Ep.33 Jacks Gets Hurt/Devils Need Meier
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.

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

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Ep.31 Half Season Review (Feat. Pickle)
Jan. 29, 2023

Ep.31 Half Season Review (Feat. Pickle)

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, …

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Ep.30 It's Timo Time
Jan. 23, 2023

Ep.30 It's Timo Time

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 ...

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Ep.29 Jumpin Jack Flash (Feat: Satan)
Jan. 16, 2023

Ep.29 Jumpin Jack Flash (Feat: Satan)

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 …

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Ep.28 Devilsmania/Party In The USA (feat. The Big Tickle)
Jan. 9, 2023

Ep.28 Devilsmania/Party In The USA (feat. The Big Tickle)

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 …

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Ep.27 Walkin On By..
Jan. 6, 2023

Ep.27 Walkin On By..

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 …

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Ep.26 New Year, New Devils..
Jan. 4, 2023

Ep.26 New Year, New Devils..

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 sa...

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Ep.25 Lets Get Down To Business (Feat. Big Tickle)
Dec. 29, 2022

Ep.25 Lets Get Down To Business (Feat. Big Tickle)

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 …

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Ep.24 Wrecking Bahl (feat. TheBrattPack)
Dec. 21, 2022

Ep.24 Wrecking Bahl (feat. TheBrattPack)

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 …

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Ep. 23  4 Losses In A Row. WTF
Dec. 16, 2022

Ep. 23 4 Losses In A Row. WTF

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 …

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Ep.22 Not Your Same Old Devils
Dec. 14, 2022

Ep.22 Not Your Same Old Devils

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 …

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