The NHL Power Rankings have been updated, reflecting a significant drop in performance for the New Jersey Devils, who were once viewed as potential top contenders.

Key players such as Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, and Timo Meier are underperforming, with Bratt netting only one goal in his last 15 games and Meier yet to score in 2025.

The team's struggles have caused them to drop to third place in the Metropolitan Division, underscoring the severity of their scoring issues.

At even strength, the Devils are not generating enough high-danger chances, accumulating only 78 Grade A opportunities, placing them near the bottom of the league.

Despite their slump, the team's underlying process remains steady, suggesting they might soon experience some positive outcomes.

A strategic adjustment is necessary for the Devils to enhance their performance at even strength and break out of their current scoring slump.

As of January 22, 2025, the Devils have won only two of their last 11 games, scoring a league-low 20 goals during this stretch.

Their recent offensive struggles were highlighted in a game against Anton Forsberg, where they managed to score just one goal despite his previous difficulties.

Since the New Year, the Devils have struggled at five-on-five play, controlling only 47.8% of expected goals and 48.5% of shot attempts, which is below their usual standards.

Interestingly, the Devils rank second in expected goals per minute during all situations, indicating potential for improvement, especially on the power play.

In response to their ongoing offensive struggles, the New Jersey Devils held a team meeting on January 22, 2025, to address these issues.

In comparison to other teams facing similar or worse performance metrics, the Devils' situation is particularly concerning given their historical effectiveness on the power play.