The New Jersey Devils suffered a 4-1 loss to the New York Islanders, ending a disappointing 2023-24 season. Goaltending was a major issue, with a drastic decline compared to the previous season. GM Tom Fitzgerald actively searched for solutions but fell short. Despite struggles, new goaltenders acquired at the deadline show promise.
The team has potential options for next season, including key acquisition Jake Allen. Fitzgerald is focused on addressing the goaltending issue in the offseason to make the Devils competitive again. Names like John Gibson, Jacob Markström, Linus Ullmark, and Juuse Saros have been floated as potential targets to bolster the team's goaltending.