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New Jersey Devils: 2022-23 Prospect Pyramid Is Incredible

By Vincent Parise

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 27: Simon Nemec #5 of the New Jersey Devils skates against the New York Islanders at the Prudential Center on September 27, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 27: Simon Nemec #5 of the New Jersey Devils skates against the New York Islanders at the Prudential Center on September 27, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) /
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Tier Four

Tier Four gives the New Jersey Devils lots of options over the coming years.

  • Shakir Mukhamadullin
  • Nolan Foote
  • Reilly Walsh
  • Tyce Thompson
  • Kevin Bahl

Tier Four is always one of the most interesting tiers because it is loaded with talent that may or may not make it to the NHL. However, it seems like the guys from this tier that go on to play in the league become impact players. When you look at this list, you see that is absolutely possible.

Shakir Mukhamadullin is probably the most interesting prospect in the entire system. He has the biggest “boom or bust” factor of any prospect. He is a big kid that can impact the offensive side of the game thanks to his ability to skate and control the puck. Mukhamadullin’s biggest deficiency is the defensive side of the game which is what many wonder about when he reaches the NHL.

As for the other four, Nolan Foote, Reilly Walsh, Tyce Thompson, and Kevin Bahl all have some NHL experience now and this year will be the year that we will tell if they are able to stick in the league.

There aren’t a lot of slots on the NHL roster and it is going to thin out even more so now would be a great time to make an impact if you are one of those four guys. Mukhamadullin will get more time as he is headed to the KHL for one more year which should really help him. All five of these guys will get their chance.

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