Are the New Jersey Devils the most disappointing team in the NHL?

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Jacob Markstrom had the worst single-game goals saved above expected performance of any NHL goalie since 2007 in the Devils' 9-0 loss.

The hosts analyze the New Jersey Devils' disastrous season following their 9-0 loss to the Islanders, debating whether this is their year, examining goaltender Jacob Markstrom's historically bad performance, and discussing GM Tom Fitzgerald's hot seat. They also touch on other NHL storylines including the Flyers' surprising success and Brad Marchand's trolling of the Maple Leafs.

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Loose banter first, then a sharp hockey debate with real bite.

After the reunion banter and the camera and mic mishaps, this one settles into a sturdy hockey desk argument about Philadelphia, why the Flyers have surprised people, and what still looks shaky under the results.

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You want a hockey desk that can joke, then actually argue the Flyers case.

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