The New Jersey Devils announced their first cuts at training camp, according to Tom Gulitti, sending 13 down to Lowell and 5 back to junior for their final seasons. I comment briefly on who was sent down and whether they are set or whether they will continue to fight for a roster spot.
With the New Jersey Devils training camp going on and 19 year old center Patrice Cormier playing with veterans, thoughts turn to when we should expect prospects making it in New Jersey. A quick look at current Devils on the roster reveal a common age range.
Tom Gulitti got two quotes from Jacques Lemaire where he states that the Devils last season were more defensive than Minnesota and that he'd like to try a little more offense. Given my concerns with the hiring had to do with his style of coaching, I own up to my criticisms and ask the readers for their thoughts.
The New Jersey Devils improved in terms of their power play being effective, but is it an important part of their offense? An in-depth look at what Jacques Lemaire and the Devils staff should improve on the Devils' power play.
ILWT member thejerseydevil posted the released New Jersey Devils training camp roster. I have updated it with every player's stat line for easy reference as to where everyone is coming from.
Chere and Gulitti both reported on how Matthew Corrente, Jeff Frazee, and Nicklas Bergfors feel about their chances about making the New Jersey roster as rookies reported to training camp. I offer my take and a poll for readers.
Jacques Lemaire revealed more information about how he will coach the New Jersey Devils to Tom Gulitti in advance of training camp. I point out why it is re-assuring to those like me who have been concerned about how the team will do going forward.
