NHL: Grading the New Jersey Devils Offseason

September 7th, 2010 by Todd Cordell Leave a reply »
Today, I am going to grade the New Jersey Devils offseason moves aside from Ilya Kovalchuk.

 

Traded: F Matt Halischuk and a second round draft pick

Acquired: F Jason Arnott

I personally like this move, the Devils added an experienced and skilled center in Jason Arnott; however, he is somewhat injury prone which is a bit of a concern for me.

Grade: B

 

Signed: D Henrik Tallinder

This was a great signing by the Devils. Tallinder is a legitimate defenseman who is very experienced and can mentor the young guys on the team. What many people don't realize is that Tallinder played a huge role in the quick and steady development of Tyler Myers. If Alex Urbom does make the Devils, expect him to lean heavily on Tallinder.

Grade: A-

 

Signed: Anton Volchenkov



I love this signing. The Devils have been searching for a physical top-four defenseman since they lost Scott Stevens. Volchenkov will not put up many points but he will block every puck coming his way and hit anything that moves.

Grade: A
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