New Jersey Devils

The New Jersey Devils are a National Hockey League franchise in the Eastern Conference. The team is known for their championship history and fast-paced, defense-driven play. Based in Newark, New Jersey, the team has built a loyal following and a reputation shaped by multiple Stanley Cup appearances. The team is also known for their community presence, often hosting and volunteering at charity events in their local region.¹

From divisional matchups to rivalry nights, New Jersey Devils tickets available through AXS give fans access to a strong professional hockey team in one of the league’s most competitive divisions.

The New Jersey Devils first played hockey in Kansas City in 1974, under the name the Kansas City Scouts.² A few years later, in 1976, they relocated to Colorado, becoming the Colorado Rockies.² By 1982, they finally moved to New Jersey and officially became known as the New Jersey Devils.²

The Devils have cemented their reputation as a highly competitive team, having won five conference championships and nine division championships.³ The team won their first Stanley Cup championship in 1995 and added their second and third titles in 2000 and 2003. During this era, the team became known for its disciplined defensive system and 25 playoff appearances.⁴

The Devils play at Prudential Center in Newark, which opened in 2007.⁵ The arena seats more than 16,000 fans for hockey games and is located in downtown Newark near major transportation hubs.⁵

In addition to hockey games, the venue also hosts numerous events, including concerts, comedy shows, Seton Hall basketball games, and more. Its modern layout and close sightlines create a fun and energizing game-day atmosphere, particularly during rivalry matchups and postseason play.

The New Jersey Devils’ competitive legacy is highlighted by myriad championship milestones and individual honors for standout players.

• Three Stanley Cup Championships (1995, 2000, 2003): The Devils secured three NHL titles within a nine-year span, elevating the team into the league’s upper tier.⁴
• Vezina Trophy (2002-03, 2003-04, 2006-07, 2007-08): The Vezina Trophy, awarded “to the goaltender adjudged to be best at his position”, was given to Martin Brodeur four times in the early 2000s.⁶
• Olympics Gold Medal Players (2026): Popular New Jersey Devils player Jack Hughes was a star player helping Team USA cinch the gold medal in a tough game against Team Canada. Hughes scored the game-winning goal in overtime.⁷

The NHL regular season typically runs from fall through spring, with postseason play extending into early summer. New Jersey Devils tickets are available now through AXS, making it easy to plan ahead for upcoming home and away games.