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Kristy Flannery

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Sports writer and storyteller covering the #NJDevils & Utica Comets for @TheHockeyNews | @ThePHWA Member

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Kristy Flannery’s Biography

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Kristy has had an aspiration to write since the third grade. She earned a degree in Journalism in 2012, and during that time was the managing editor of The Youngtown Edition, an award-winning college newspaper.

She began covering the Nashville Predators for the Hockey Writers in March of 2021, and received credentials to cover the New Jersey Devils during the 2021-22 campaign. Kristy contributes to The Hockey Writers Morning Skate newsletter and is a member of the Professional Hockey Writers A…

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Kristy's Devils Mailbag: Ruff, Severson, Advice & More

Kristy's Devils Mailbag: Ruff, Severson, Advice & More

I am extremely excited to share my first edition of Kristy's Devils Mailbag. I reached out to New Jersey Devi…

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Devils Are in Better Position Without DeBrincat and Gaudreau

Devils Are in Better Position Without DeBrincat and Gaudreau

It was Herb Brooks who once said, "I'm not looking for the best players, I'm lookin' for the right ones." Dur…

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Devils' Nico Daws Reflects on Whirlwind Season

Devils' Nico Daws Reflects on Whirlwind Season

The beautiful sound of pucks hitting the glass echoed throughout RWJBarnabas Health Hockey House at Prudentia…

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Devils' Trade for Erik Haula is a Win-Win

Devils' Trade for Erik Haula is a Win-Win

Prior to the clock striking noon on Wednesday, the New Jersey Devils made a splash by trading forward Pavel Z…

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Observations From Devils' 2022 Draft Party

Observations From Devils' 2022 Draft Party

On July 7, the New Jersey Devils hosted their draft party at the iconic Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Hundreds o…

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Devils' Goals for 2022-23 Will Determine Draft Strategy

Devils' Goals for 2022-23 Will Determine Draft Strategy

"Next year if we're standing here talking this time of year while other teams are gearing up for the playoffs…

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Devils' Brett Pesce Provides Injury Update at Shoulder Check Showcase

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Brett Pesce was the first player to arrive at Martire Family Arena at Sacred Heart University for the fourth annual Shoulder Check Showcase. Dressed casually in a T-shirt and baseball cap, the ever-smiling defenseman stood before a row of cameras and spent six minutes discussing the significance of Thursday night's event. "We are here because of mental awareness," Pesce said of the event's mission.
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An Update On Pesce’s Health

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By Kristy Flannery Verified
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“We are here because of mental awareness,” Pesce said of the event's mission. “Just checking in on someone next to you, even if you are not close to them and seeing how they are doing. You never really know how someone is doing mentally. Checking in and reaching out if anyone needs help is the focus of tonight's game.” The game itself was secondary. Goals were scored and passes were made, but the night's true significance extended far beyond the final score.
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'Extremely Invested' Connor Brown Became A Perfect Fit For Devils

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You could pick any New Jersey Devils practice. Any single one between September and April, and you are guaranteed to see one thing. It may happen during a drill. It may happen between repetitions. But at some point, you will see Connor Brown wave his stick in the air or bang it against the glass, an enthusiastic smile stretching across his face. Every. Single. Practice. You don't need advanced analytics to recognize the 32-year-old's passion for hockey.
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Instagram + Twitter

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

Somewhere with my dogs.

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

The Athletic