Auvitu played just six games in December, spending some time in Albany as the Devils try to jump start his offensive game. Auvitu went without a point in the month and was -2 in plus/minus. Coach John Hynes said Auvitu is still adjusting to the North American game, but he must contribute in more ways if the points aren't coming.
"Some other parts of his game need to be better," coach John Hynes said. "If you're an offensive defenseman that is not getting points or producing, there has to be other parts of the game that are going to help contribute to either your development or the team's development.