Confirmed with Link: Devils sign Vojtech Mozik to Entry-level Deal

[HBK27]

So, does this list seem accurate as far as all the players that the Devils have under contract that count against the 50 contract limit?

http://www.generalfanager.com/teams/new-jersey-devils

As far as I can tell, it seems correct as Paul Thompson is not on the list (was signed to an AHL contract & they can't sign him to an NHL contract until July 1st).

This contract would put us at 49, though that doesn't really mean all that much at this point since all the pending UFA contracts (13 total) drop off at the end of the month.

Seems that several other teams are listed as having more than 50 players under contract on that site, so I'm not sure of the validity.

 

[Richer's Ghost]

one flaming Mozik coming up.

 

[YouMyBoyBlue]

Pair Gelinas with Mozik. That would be a great line.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Pair Gelinas with Mozik. That would be a great line.

sure, if we want to get scored against.

 

[MartyOwns]

one flaming Mozik coming up.

must..kill..Mozik. whee!

 

[Combat Koala]

Another good move by Shero. I like his work so far. Our d-depth sure is good, although I would like us to have more LD's.

 

[captainscott]

Pair Gelinas with Mozik. That would be a great line.

in thought it sounds just like two guys with huge shots that shoot from opposite sides, i think a wait and see approach will be employed here, Mozik may not even be ready for the NHL as far as we know, if gelinas builds off the last 15-20 games of past season than i feel he will earn a regular role on defense for this team

this season is going to be a big test for many players.

 

[Davegarri]

Another good move by Shero. I like his work so far. Our d-depth sure is good, although I would like us to have more LD's.

It will be when we sign Oduya AND Martin

 

[StevenToddIves]

Mozik is a right-shooting D with an absolute cannon of a shot, ideal NHL size (6'2"-195) and terrific skating mobility. He immediately slots in as the Devils third-pairing RD behind Larsson and Severson. It was an outstanding signing by the Devils.

Combined with the signing of Sergei Kalinin, the Devils have gained two low-cost line-up staples for the 2015-16 season. Kalinin should slot in as the second or third line RW next season and offers 40+ point upside while playing a gritty, two-way game.

It is good to see the Devils getting good players by thinking outside the proverbial box, much in the same was as they did when grabbing under-the-radar players like Slava Fetisov, John Madden and Brian Rafalski back in the franchise's glory days.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Mozik is a right-shooting D with an absolute cannon of a shot, ideal NHL size (6'2"-195) and terrific skating mobility. He immediately slots in as the Devils third-pairing RD behind Larsson and Severson. It was an outstanding signing by the Devils.

Combined with the signing of Sergei Kalinin, the Devils have gained two low-cost line-up staples for the 2015-16 season. Kalinin should slot in as the second or third line RW next season and offers 40+ point upside while playing a gritty, two-way game.

It is good to see the Devils getting good players by thinking outside the proverbial box, much in the same was as they did when grabbing under-the-radar players like Slava Fetisov, John Madden and Brian Rafalski back in the franchise's glory days.

if these guys combine for 40 NHL points in their career, I will be happy.

not saying you are wrong, but I'd pump the brakes a bit.

 

[theoptimist]

Mozik is a right-shooting D with an absolute cannon of a shot, ideal NHL size (6'2"-195) and terrific skating mobility. He immediately slots in as the Devils third-pairing RD behind Larsson and Severson. It was an outstanding signing by the Devils.

Combined with the signing of Sergei Kalinin, the Devils have gained two low-cost line-up staples for the 2015-16 season. Kalinin should slot in as the second or third line RW next season and offers 40+ point upside while playing a gritty, two-way game.

It is good to see the Devils getting good players by thinking outside the proverbial box, much in the same was as they did when grabbing under-the-radar players like Slava Fetisov, John Madden and Brian Rafalski back in the franchise's glory days.

I love the optimism.

How do we know of this to be certain?

 

[theoptimist]

if these guys combine for 40 NHL points in their career, I will be happy.

not saying you are wrong, but I'd pump the brakes a bit.

I encourage optimism during hapless times like this.

 

[R8Devs]

Fetisov wasn't under the radar though. But I agree with the general premise--nothing bad with signings like these.

 

[Feed Me A Stray Cat]

Mozik is a right-shooting D with an absolute cannon of a shot, ideal NHL size (6'2"-195) and terrific skating mobility. He immediately slots in as the Devils third-pairing RD behind Larsson and Severson. It was an outstanding signing by the Devils.

Combined with the signing of Sergei Kalinin, the Devils have gained two low-cost line-up staples for the 2015-16 season. Kalinin should slot in as the second or third line RW next season and offers 40+ point upside while playing a gritty, two-way game.

It is good to see the Devils getting good players by thinking outside the proverbial box, much in the same was as they did when grabbing under-the-radar players like Slava Fetisov, John Madden and Brian Rafalski back in the franchise's glory days.

Thanks for the assessment.

I'm curious what makes you think Kalinin has 40 point upside though. His production in the KHL was bad prior to 14-15 and pretty decent in 14-15. He's young, but it's not like he's 18 and put up 25 points. Have you seen him play?

 

[Khione]

I'm listening... tell me more...I think you are describing heaven?

If you like beer. Go to Prague. End of story.

 

[Captain Lou]

I think it's perfectly acceptable to get excited/optimistic when we see moves like this being made. The last few years surrounding this team have been nothing short of dreadful and it's high time we have some positivity.

 

[JerryGigantic]

who??

edit: comes from a good place it seems

Can I buy a vowel?

 

[JerryGigantic]

behold, our new guy

Apparently he really wanted to play for Chicago.

Tretyak wins the internet today, and it isn't even 1pm. Might as well close up shop.

 

[aboriginal]

If you like beer. Go to Prague. End of story.

u spelled belgium wrong

 

[Richer's Ghost]

u spelled belgium wrong

I lack the ability to say no to any Belgian farmhouse style craft beers.

 

[aboriginal]

I lack the ability to say no to any Belgian farmhouse style craft beers.

bury me at cantillon when i die

 

[Missionhockey]

Mozik is a right-shooting D with an absolute cannon of a shot, ideal NHL size (6'2"-195) and terrific skating mobility. He immediately slots in as the Devils third-pairing RD behind Larsson and Severson. It was an outstanding signing by the Devils.

Combined with the signing of Sergei Kalinin, the Devils have gained two low-cost line-up staples for the 2015-16 season. Kalinin should slot in as the second or third line RW next season and offers 40+ point upside while playing a gritty, two-way game.

It is good to see the Devils getting good players by thinking outside the proverbial box, much in the same was as they did when grabbing under-the-radar players like Slava Fetisov, John Madden and Brian Rafalski back in the franchise's glory days.

Fetisov was about as over the radar as you can get as far as foreign player, but like others said, I appreciated the input. Especially in regards to Sergei Kalinin who is a complete unknown.

 

[njdevil26]

Can I buy a vowel?

You think that's bad? Then you haven't been to Wales.

 

[britdevil]

You think that's bad? Then you haven't been to Wales.

Wales is a lovely country. Shame they hate the English.

 

[AfroThunder396]

Apparently NYR say they've been grooming this guy for a few years. They sent people over to develop him, like nutritionists and trainers and such.