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Grading Each New Jersey Devils Players’ Playoff Performances

By Jonathan Bailey

New Jersey Devils celebrate their win over the New York Rangers in game seven of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports
New Jersey Devils celebrate their win over the New York Rangers in game seven of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports /
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John Marino #6 of the New Jersey Devils. (Photo by Jaylynn Nash/Getty Images) /

John Marino – Grade: B

The only Johnny Hockey we recognize in New Jersey, John Marino, was up to his usual shenanigans of eating up high-difficulty minutes alongside Ryan Graves. He generally did well doing so in spite of his partner.

Marino is not known for his offense, but he had two two-assist games in the two biggest games of the Devils’ season: Game 7 against New York and Game 3 against Carolina. Ultimately, it did not pan out for the Devils as fans would have hoped, but Marino’s 30-minute cameo in Game 5 against Carolina with blood gushing from his nose was admirable, to say the least. If they found a way to win, it would be an image that would live on in Devils lore.

Unfortunately, the Devils didn’t win, so Marino’s performance ultimately is in vein. Still, fans look forward to seeing this guy paired with Luke Hughes forever. They mix of skill, both offensively and defensively, will be a treat to watch for us all.

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