Following the elimination of the Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers, the New Jersey Devils may very well be the third team to miss out on the playoff race. With only a 0.1% chance of advancing to the postseason, the team is focusing on finishing the last 10 games with a strong performance and regrouping during the offseason. Fans have responded positively, supporting the team in this final stretch of the season. In their last 10 games, they have achieved a 6-4-0 record, including a successful five-game road trip.

Since the Olympic break, the Devils' offensive output has increased significantly. In March, the team averaged 4.0 goals per game, a 90.5% increase compared to the 2.1 goals in January and February. In fact, all eight victories this month were a result of scoring four or more goals. Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt have led the offense, proving their worth on the field. In their last 12 games, Hughes accumulated 20 points, while Bratt contributed 11 assists and a five-game goal streak.

The 'PB&J' duo (Hughes and Bratt) has been unstoppable recently, scoring 11 goals in the Devils' last six games. This season, they have been on the ice for 55 goals, with an expected goals percentage of 62.52%. Their outstanding point production has been fundamental for the Devils to try to climb the standings once again. Nico Hischier has also made a difference with his offensive contributions, leading the team with 26 goals this season, including 13 points in March, with four power-play goals and two game-winning goals.

Hischier continues to be an exemplary captain, leading by example while the team gains momentum.

The Devils have demonstrated a great capacity for fighting and resilience. Whether it's overcoming deficits, extending a lead, or playing more physically, they have responded to every challenge. A perfect example was the 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators. The Devils set the tone at the end of the first period, and although the Predators tied the game, the Devils quickly regrouped, scoring two goals in the third period. Captain Nico Hischier commented in the post-game interview: 'Simple things bring the momentum back. It could be anything, it could be a hit, a good pass, a good play, a good battle, even. It's the little things that sometimes matter'.

The penalty kill has been a key factor in the Devils' recent success. Since March, they have had an 80% success rate, conceding only six goals. The Devils have also been aggressive in forcing turnovers, preventing zone entries with discipline. They have shown significant improvement in the power-play game, with 10 goals in 12 games, half of which were against the Rangers. Currently, their 22% success rate puts them in 13th place in the NHL, and their power-play has been a deciding factor in three of their last five victories. The Devils scored two power-play goals against the Kings, and their power-play goal against the Predators allowed them to regain the lead.