After pulling out wins in Edmonton and Vancouver, the New Jersey Devils had an opportunity to end a six-game road trip with three straight wins. One afternoon game against the Colorado Avalanche later, and the Devils are returning to Newark with another road loss in a season full of them. The Devils were shut out by the Avalanche, 0-3. Just as important, they were out-classed by the Avs right from the get-go.
Every time the roster is announced for a game or a practice, there are Devils fans that express surprise at how lacking it is.