Devils Acquire Luke Evangelista

By Bradley Keith | at September 1, 2026 7:48 pm The New Jersey Devils have acquired forward Luke Evangelista from Nashville in exchange for a conditional 2028 first-round pick (originally owned by Colorado) as well as a 2028 second-round pick. The Devils as well as the Predators have officially confirmed the deal. According to New Jersey’s press release “in the event that either a) Colorado’s 2027 first-round pick is not transferred to Toronto; or b) Colorado’s 2028 first-round pick falls within the top 10, Nashville shall instead receive Colorado’s 2029 first-round pick.” Simply put, it carries top 10 protection. Things...