In exchange for 22-year old prospect Stefan Matteau, the New Jersey Devils acquired 23-year old right winter Devante Smith-Pelly.
While this deal is certainly an eyebrow raiser, it’s captivated the entire New Jersey Devils fan base. Some fans were left wondering why the Devils were so quick to give up on 22-year old prospect Stefan Matteau while others are wondering whether or not Smith-Pelly is actually part of Ray Shero’s long-term plan to rebuild the New Jersey Devils.
It’s unclear whether or not Devante Smith-Pelly will dress for tonight’s contest against the Carolina Hurricanes, but for now, let’s take a look at the newest member of the New Jersey Devils:
“The (trade of) Matteau for Smith-Pelly was more of a hockey trade,” Shero said in a conference call following the NHL Trade Deadline.