Hamilton registered an assist in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to the Hurricanes in Game 2.

EDGE Analysis

This was Hamilton's third game back after a long-term, lower-body injury that cost him 18 contests. The 31-year-old has operated in a top-four role during the postseason, adding three shots on net, four hits and a blocked shot over the first two playoff games. He's also on the first power-play unit again, as Luke Hughes (upper body) was unable to play Tuesday. Hamilton is a solid DFS option even as the Devils look a little outmatched in this first-round series.

Hamilton (lower body) will return to the Devils' lineup Wednesday versus Detroit, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

EDGE Analysis

This will give Hamilton a chance to shake off the rust ahead of the Devils' first-round series against Carolina. Hamilton was last in the lineup March 4 against Dallas. He has nine goals, 40 points, 74 hits and 81 blocks over 63 appearances in 2024-25. The 31-year-old is likely to serve in a top-four capacity and feature on the first power-play unit in his return.

Hamilton (lower body) will dress for warmups but won't play Sunday against the Islanders, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was reported in March that Hamilton would miss the remainder of the regular season and the first round of the playoffs, though it appears that his recovery is ahead of schedule. The 31-year-old blueliner had nine goals and 40 points in 63 games this year before the injury. While it's unlikely the Devils would rush him back in the regular season, Hamilton could be tracking towards an earlier return in the postseason.

Hamilton (lower body) will miss the rest of the regular season and the first round of the postseason, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton's recovery timeline almost certainly factored into the Devils' decision to go out and get Brian Dumoulin at the trade deadline. With Jonas Siegenthaler (lower body) also out the rest of the regular season at least, the Devils will need to rely heavily on Johnny Kovacevic and Simon Nemec.

Hamilton (lower body) will miss an extended period of time, James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey Now reports Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton sustained the injury during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to Dallas. He has nine goals and 40 points in 63 appearances in 2024-25. Luke Hughes is likely to serve on the first power-play unit while Hamilton is absent.

Hamilton (lower body) will miss Friday's tilt against Winnipeg, Catherine Bogart of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Devils coach Sheldon Keefe said Thursday that Hamilton's injury is still being evaluated. The veteran Hamilton has nine goals, 31 assists, 74 hits, 81 blocked shots and 182 shots on goal over 63 appearances. Luke Hughes will receive a boost in his fantasy value Friday, as he will take over quarterbacking the Devils' top power play.

Hamilton suffered a lower-body injury in the first period of Tuesday's game versus the Stars and did not finish the contest, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton was involved in a collision and got the worst of it, ending his outing prematurely. Head coach Sheldon Keefe did not have an update on the defenseman's status, leaving Hamilton in doubt for Friday's game against the Jets. If he can't play, Seamus Casey will likely draw back into the lineup.

Hamilton recorded a goal, an assist, a plus-2 rating, six shots on goal, six hits and two blocked shots in Sunday's 5-0 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton set up Ondrej Palat's first-period goal and later doubled the team's lead in the second frame to extend his excellent start following the break. He has four points (one goal, three assists) in his last two appearances and extended his point streak to three contests. On the season, the veteran defenseman has racked up 40 points across 59 games, and he's on pace to reach the 50-point mark just for the second time in his career.

Hamilton delivered two assists in a 4-2 loss to Dallas on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton fired a game-high eight shots, and he delivered two hits and one block in 22:58. He sits tied with Roman Josi for 12th on the NHL defender scoring list with 38 points, one behind Erik Karlsson (39). Hamilton's 169 shots are third-best on that list, behind superstars Zach Werenski (205) and Cale Makar (179). That's impressive company.

Hamilton notched an assist, two shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Canadiens.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton has two helpers over his last five games, a slowdown on offense after he produced nine points over 10 contests from Jan. 6-27. The defenseman is up to 36 points, 161 shots on net, 76 blocked shots, 64 hits and a plus-8 rating through 57 appearances this season. He continues to see key minutes in the offensive zone, so he's a reliable fantasy blueliner.