for the New jersey Devils‘ Top 5 Prospects, According to NNH.com
New Jersey Devils’ Top 5 Prospects: A Deep Dive
The New Jersey Devils have a promising future, and according to NHL.com, their prospect pool is a key reason for optimism. here’s a breakdown of the Devils’ top 5 prospects, as analyzed by NNH.com:
1. Anton Sylayev, D
acquisition: Selected 10th overall in the 2024 draft.
Last Season: Played for Nijni Novgorod (KHL), recording 2 goals and 10 assists for 12 points in 63 games.
Analysis: The 6’7″, 211 lb left-handed defender brings extraordinary mobility and physicality. He is expected to join the Devils next spring after his KHL contract expires on May 31, 2026. Last season, Sylayev led Nijni Novgorod in hits (117), was second in blocked shots (101), caused 23 turnovers, and averaged 17:25 of ice time per game. Devils Assistant GM Dan Mackinnon believes Sylayev has the tools to complement the team’s existing defence, comparing him to players like Brenden dillon and Jonathan Kovacevic.
2. Arseniy Gritsyuk, RW
Acquisition: Drafted 129th overall in the 2019 draft.
Last Season: Played for Saint Petersburg (KHL), posting 17 goals and 27 assists for 44 points in 49 games. He also had 5 points in 6 playoff games.
Analysis: The 24-year-old right winger signed a one-year entry-level contract with the Devils on May 6.He also represented Russia at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, recording 3 points in 6 games.Mackinnon believes Gritsyuk has the skill to play in the top six, comparing his trajectory to Evgenii Dadonov.3. beau Hameenaho, RW
Acquisition: Selected 58th overall in the 2023 draft.
Last Season: Played for Pori (Liiga), recording 20 goals and 31 assists for 51 points in 58 games. He also added 5 points in 10 playoff games and 4 points in 8 games for Finland at the 2025 IIHF world Championship.
Analysis: Hameenaho could potentially make the team out of training camp, but will likely need time to adjust to North American hockey. mackinnon describes him as a player who can complement an elite center, often finding open space in front of the net.
4. Seamus Casey, D
Acquisition: Drafted 46th overall in 2022.
* Last Season: Played in the AHL.
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