Corey Masisak of The Athletic: The New Jersey Devils’ approach to the trade deadline did not surprise. Even the Nikita Gusev waiving did not bat that many eyes. Contrary to some, the youth needs to lead this team, and the sooner the better.
The big question is Kyle Palmieri. Arguably, he may be the top prize and not Taylor Hall. It depends on who one talks to. However, Boston, Toronto, and several other teams have inquired about the right-winger’s availability. Tom Fitzgerald remains tight-lipped but how long does that last?