Things seemed to be looking up for the Devils as Travis Zajac, Michael McLeod, and Marcus Johansson were progressing nicely towards a return to the lineup. Therefore, it should be no surprise that another Devils player is taking at least one of their spots on the IR list.
Mirco Mueller took a hit from John Hayden and did not return to the game after the first period. After more evaluation today back in New Jersey, Amanda Stein dropped this news:
BREAKING:#NJDevils: Mirco Mueller has a fractured clavicle from hit delivered by Blackhawks John Hanley on Sunday.