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The Devils played two good periods, but a three-goal middle period for the Wild doomed the home team. New Jersey blew a two-goal lead and fell 4-2 on Thursday. [The Record] [NJ.com]
Then, after the game, the first trade between the Devils and Rangers happened:
OFFICIAL: The #NJDevils have acquired forward Michael Grabner from the Rangers in exchange for a 2018 2nd Rd. Pick and prospect Yegor Rykov. pic.twitter.com/muRtpW4oJn
— New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) February 23, 2018
So what are the Devils getting in speedy Michael Grabner? Among other notables: “Since the start of last season, (Grabner’s) scored 50 even-strength goals – only Toronto’s Auston Matthews (58) has scored more at even strength in that time.” [TSN]
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With Grabner off the board, who gets moved next? [TSN]
The Habs announced that defenseman Shea Weber will not return to the ice this season. He will undergo surgery to repair a tear in a tendon in his left foot. [NHL]
In an emotional ceremony on Thursday, the Panthers honored the 17 people killed in the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida. [Sportsnet]
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