New Jersey Devils: Looking At A Cap Strapped Tampa Bay Lightning Team

Ondrej Palat

At 29 years old and with only two years remaining at $5.3 million, the contract of Ondrej Palat should be easier to move. Playing a full season has been an issue for Palat. He has actually never played a full 82-game season. When he is playing, however, he is a force out on the ice and would be a top producer on this team. With his play in the playoffs, netting 11 goals and 18 points in 25 games with a very good +14, he would cost more for sure and may be the last one they to move.

Should the Devils target him? 

If the price is a mid-round pick, then yes. While this would not appeal to a fan of the Lightning, they will be losing a good player while likely paying another team to do so. From the Devils’ side, they would get an actual NHL player with experience who has been winning for a long time.