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A day after the New Jersey Devils announced a big extension for The Big Deal, the Devils announced another signing. They have signed prospect defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin to an entry-level contract and loaned him back to Salavat Yulaev Ufa of the KHL.

This week’s action is highlighted by strong performances from Luke Hughes, Arseni Gritsyuk, and Jakub Malek. Utica has also picked up two more wins to move to 3-0 on the season.

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 5/4/21 Share this story Photo by Andre Ringuette/NHLI via Getty Images Welcome to the 30th week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! It was highlighted by Arseni Gritsyuk becoming a Gagarin Cup Champion when Avangard Omsk won the KHL title. The club rewarded him with a 2 year contract extension. Also, Akira Schmid stopped all but one shot in the opening round of the USHL playoffs as he remains on fire. Over in Europe, Benjamin Baumgartner’s move...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 4/20/21 Share this story Photo by Andy Marlin/NHLI via Getty Images Welcome to the 28th week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! This week was highlighted by the Devils signing Alexander Holtz to his ELC. Akira Schmid continued his run as the best goaltender in the USHL while over in Russia Daniil Misyul is competing in the Kharlamov Cup Finals in the MHL. Eetu Pakkila also had a big week by being a point per game player so far in Ilves’ playof...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 3/16/21 Share this story Photo by Kevin Light/Getty Images Welcome to the 23rd week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! More news about a possible OHL season is starting to come out. Conference tournaments have started in the NCAA with mixed results for the Devils prospects. The KHL playoffs have advanced to the next round with Yegor Zaitsev playing a key role for Dynamo Moscow. This week was also highlighted by Eetu Pakkila scoring a smooth goal...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 3/9/21 Share this story Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images Welcome to the 22nd week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! This action packed week saw Dawson Mercer continue to be a top player in the QMJHL, Cole Brady finish his freshman season on a high note, the Devils Sioux City duo of Ethan Edwards and Akira Schmid continue their runs of terrific play, and it saw the KHL playoffs get underway for a trio of prospects. Let’s take a look at how ...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 3/2/21 This week’s action was highlighted by Dawson Mercer and Patrick Moynihan producing for their respective teams while Cole Brady and Akira Schmid had solid starts in goal. The KHL regular season came to an end and the Devils will have four prospects in the Gagarin Cup Playoffs. Share this story Photo by Andy Marlin/NHLI via Getty Images Welcome to the 21st week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! This week’s action saw Dawson Mercer domi...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 2/16/21 Share this story Photo by Kevin Light/Getty Images Welcome to the 19th week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! This past week was highlighted by Tyce Thompson and Patrick Moynihan producing for Providence, Cole Brady returning to NCAA play with 2 quality starts for Arizona State, Ethan Edwards earn USHL Player of the Week honors, and Daniil Misyul help Russia capture the Euro Hockey Tour trophy one stage early. Let’s check in on all of...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 2/2/21 Share this story Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images Welcome to the 17th week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update! This week saw Tyce Thompson earn a nomination for the Hobey Baker Award. Also in NCAA action, Patrick Moynihan and Artem Shlaine put up productive displays. Over in Russia, Daniil Misyul and Shakir Mukhamadullin were called up to the Russian National Team ahead of the 3rd stage of the Euro Hockey Series. In Switzerland, Benj...

New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: 1/26/21 Share this story Photo by RvS.Media/Monika Majer/Getty Images The 16th week of the 2020-21 New Jersey Devils prospect update is here! There is a lot to highlight as Dawson Mercer made his impact felt in his first QMJHL action in months. Aarne Talvitie and Artem Shlaine excelled in NCAA play. Alexander Holtz returned from injury and immediately started to put up assists in Sweden. Benjamin Baumgartner broke out of his slump with a strong performance in ...