New Jersey Devils: 5 Things to Watch at Training Camp
By Tyler Kelley
First Line Center
Nick Villano wrote about how the Travis Zajac injury shouldn’t force Nico Hischier into a top six role. I completely agree. I think all top-nine center roles should be decided throughout training camp competition.
The Devils have three very good options to fill the first-line center role. Nico Hischier, Adam Henrique, and Pavel Zacha should all get a decent amount of time to see who is the best fit. I’ll be rooting for Hischier personally.
Henrique spent some time with Hall and Palmieri last year, but it didn’t go well. Zacha spent most of last year on the wing and posted modest numbers. All three should have plenty of opportunities to show what they can do in the 1st line role.