New Jersey Devils Hold Tyler Toffoli Out of Lineup Amid Trade Talks

The New Jersey Devils have made the decision to keep forward Tyler Toffoli out of tonight’s lineup as trade discussions intensify, the team announced.

The 31-year-old Toffoli, a key player in the recent NHL trade deadline talks, has been a standout performer for the Devils this season, currently leading the team in goal-scoring with 26 goals and 18 assists for 44 points in 61 games.

This move comes in the midst of ongoing negotiations and speculation surrounding Toffoli’s future with the organization, as his contract is set to expire at the end of the season. Toffoli, who previously signed a four-year, $17 million deal with the Montreal Canadiens, has attracted significant interest from multiple teams.

Just days ago, Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald addressed the situation, emphasizing that while he is not actively shopping Toffoli, the team is open to exploring potential trade options to strengthen their roster.

Despite Toffoli’s absence from tonight’s game against the St. Louis Blues, the Devils remain focused on their current standings in the Metropolitan Division, where they find themselves in seventh place with a record of 30-28-4.

According to sources, Toffoli’s stellar performance in recent weeks has only heightened the interest from other NHL teams, leading to the decision to hold him out of the lineup as trade discussions continue to evolve.