The 2007-08 New Jersey Devils season is the franchise's 33rd season, and its 25th season as the New Jersey Devils. It is the first time they have played home games anywhere other than Continental Airlines Arena; this year marks the start of home games being played at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. It began in October. On July 13, Brent Sutter was announced as head coach. Key dates prior to the start of the season: * The 2007 NHL Entry Draft took place in Columbus, Ohio on June 22-23 * The free agency period began on July 1.