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Devils Links
Looks like Taylor Hall might make his preseason debut tonight against the Rangers:
#njdevils full roster vs NYR tomorrow pic.twitter.com/P5SVWkL3FO
— Craig Seiden (@CraigSeiden) September 19, 2019
Hmmm…
We talked to #NJDevils coach John Hynes a lot of roster and position battles today. He had a pretty clear message in his responses: Several “bubble” guys are having strong camps and some of the guys that are considered “on the team” need to be better/are getting pushed.
— Corey Masisak (@cmasisak22) September 19, 2019
It may be the preseason, but it’s always good to get a win against the Rangers. Mikhail Maltsev dunked on Brendan Smith and Alexandar Georgiev, and the Devils went on to claim a 4-3 win on Wednesday. [All About the Jersey]
A business move for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment: Jake Reynolds has been appointed as president of the Devils, and Hugh Weber will be moved to an “elevated leadership role within HBSE.” [NHL]
Hockey Links
Dustin Byfuglien is considering hanging up his skates:
Dustin Byfuglien, currently on personal leave from WPG, is believed to be using the time to ponder his NHL future. I’m not saying Byfuglien is retiring; I’m not saying he’s coming back to play. Only that he’s contemplating his options and there’s no timetable for a decision.
— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) September 18, 2019
The Senators have signed young defenseman Thomas Chabot to an eight-year, $64 million contract extension. [Sportsnet]
As some of the RFA dominoes begin to fall, the Lightning and Brayden Point are still “a ways apart right now,” according to Point’s agent. [Sportsnet]
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