Devils Daily: Seamus Casey Opens Up; Offer-Sheet Options; Remaining FA’s

New Jersey Devils prospect defenseman Seamus Casey is saying all the right things. General Manager Tom Fitzgerald added a lot to the blue line this summer, seemingly solidifying Casey’s next step in his career with Utica rather than New Jersey. More on that in the links.

Elsewhere, Philly is desperate for a top center, perhaps they can find one on the restricted market. Stanley Cup names revealed. And, a surprise free agent candidate for Pittsburgh.

Let’s do that hockey.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: If you’ve never met Devils prospect defenseman Seamus Casey, you’ll want to run through a wall for him after this one. NJHN spoke with Casey regarding his decision to hold off on turning pro at the end of 2023-24, his thoughts on making the Devils roster, his relationship with best friend and Columbus Blue Jackets forward, Gavin Brindley, and more.

More NJHN: When was the last time the Devils had a goaltender who was among the favorites to win the Vezina Trophy? They’ll have one in Jacob Markstrom next season, according to the oddsmakers.

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The Athletic ($): Ever wonder what the diet and food intake is like in the life of an NHLer? Here’s an inside look.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins need one more free agent, and the only one left who merits consideration as a player capable of filling the necessary roles is… Tyler Johnson.

Florida Hockey Now: It’s not something you often think about, but when a team wins the Stanley Cup, not everyone gets their name etched on the championship trophy. The Florida Panthers names have been revealed, who made it on Lord Stanley?

Philly Hockey Now: The 2024 NHL offseason has slowed substantially in recent days, but that doesn’t mean the Philadelphia Flyers should relent in their endless pursuit of a long-term No. 1 center. In fact, there’s one sitting right there for the Flyers to have. That’s Quinton Byfield, an unsigned Los Angeles Kings RFA.

Detroit Hockey Now: Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond remain restricted free-agents. The Detroit Red Wings are confident that they’ll reach an agreement with both players. (+)

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