Holtz has really started to round out into nice player away from the puck with a WICKED shot when he does have it. He is making it hard on the Devils to consider trading him.
Defense-wise, would love to see the Devils pick up Tanev from Calgary. Might be easier to do than Zadarov. Goalie-wise, Vitek + for Gibson or Schmid plus a pick for Carter Hart.
Brendan Smith has finally arrived as a contributing factor if he stays out of the box 😮 Holtz is legit, it's almost ready to be set in stone 😢 Nico has innumerable qualities vital to the success of the team 🎉 last time we played NYI, Jack had his customary highlight goal in OT and I have every reason to think he'll get at least one tonight 😂 hopefully this injury bug thing will be dead and done too 😮 LFGD 💥
I feel that Brendan Smith's days are numbered on the Devils, just as he is playing his best hockey. Ironic, isn't it? His defense has always been a bit shakey but he is very good as a 4th line forward. Unfortunately, once Meier returns, Smith will most likely be the odd man out unless he can out-duel Bastian.
