On April 29, 2017, the New Jersey Devils won the 2017 NHL Draft Lottery for the team’s first-ever first overall draft pick. After nearly two months of “Nico vs. Nolan,” the Devils selected Nico Hischier on June 23, 2017. Nico Hischier has been a mainstay on the New Jersey Devils’ top line in 2017-18. After playing a pivotal role in the team’s recent set of back-to-back wins over Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay, the love for Nico has only grown. As it should. It is a good time as any to take a closer look at the marvelous season from the team’s rookie sensation.