Hockey is one of the few sports where team captain is an important position. He is expected to be the team leader, the team’s voice to the media, and the person that communicates with the officials during the game regarding rules and penalties. He is also the person that will accept and raise Lord Stanley’s Cup should his team win it.
Though he has had discussions with Ray Shero and continues to mull his future as a hockey player, Bryce Salvador is unlikely to return to the Devils this year. Even if he does, he will more than likely be stripped of his captaincy and has even offered to give up his “C” to stay with the team.