The last 24 hours have consisted of mixed emotions for New Jersey Devils fans. Their 4-3 shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets was preceded by fans seeing one of their favorites and the team’s leading goal-scorer Blake Coleman, along with longtime veteran and captain Andy Greene, shipped out in two separate trades within hours of each other.
Coleman’s return was astounding, making it worthwhile to part with such a valuable, adored, and coveted asset. The New Jersey Devils acquired the Vancouver Canuck’s 2020 1st-round pick (becomes 2021 first-round pick if Canucks miss playoffs), which the Lightning previously acquired last summer, along with prospect Nolan Foote.