The New Jersey Devils have recalled goaltender Nico Daws from their AHL affiliate in Utica, and he has joined the team for the morning skate. Daws was the first on the ice for the Devils, indicating his involvement in the team's immediate plans. In other team news, all players except Curtis Lazar were present for the skate. Lazar is dealing with an injury and, according to head coach Lindy Ruff, is considered day-to-day but is not expected to miss much time. He was seen working out off the ice. Meanwhile, Brendan Smith is set to return as a forward, filling in Lazar's usual spot. The team's lineup adjustments also include Holtz moving to Nico Hischier's wing and Colin Miller returning to the lineup, with Jack Hughes and Marino paired for a second consecutive game. As the NHL roster freeze has been lifted, speculation about possible trades is increasing, with teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins deciding whether to be buyers or sellers, and discussions surrounding Tyler Johnson and the NHL Bruins. Additionally, Devils prospects Lenni Hameenaho and Seamus Casey are participating in the World Juniors, with Hameenaho already making an impact in the tournament. Lindy Ruff mentioned that Daws' recall is to get 'NHL reps against NHL shooters,' with no corresponding move made 'yet.'
Curtis Lazar is a bit banged up, Lindy Ruff says he’s considered day-to-day and shouldn’t miss much time. #NJDevils
Per Lindy Ruff, Nico Nico Daws recall is to get “NHL reps against NHL shooters.” No corresponding move “yet.” #NJDevils
Appears that Brendan Smith returns as a forward tonight for #NJDevils, slated into Lazar’s normal spot. • Holtz moves to Nico’s wing • Colin Miller returns to lineup • Hughes-Marino a pair for a second straight game https://t.co/Z2w0L0eF5M
All present except for Curtis Lazar at #NJDevils skate.
Curtis Lazar not on the ice for morning skate. #NJDevils
Curtis Lazar not on the ice for #NJDevils morning skate, he is however here and working out off the ice.
All three #NJDevils goaltenders on the ice.
Nico Daws first on the ice this morning for #NJDevils. https://t.co/0l349yIO1V
#NJDevils recall goaltender Nico Daws.
We have recalled G Nico Daws from Utica (AHL). He has joined the team for today’s morning skate. https://t.co/O1rarAi35W
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How did #NJDevils prospects Lenni Hameenaho and Seamus Casey do on Day 1 of the #WorldJuniors? More via @njdhockeynow⤵️ https://t.co/zjs2TtwN6Z
It’s been a strong start to the tournament for Lenni Hameenaho who has been goalies a few times in this game. #NJDevils https://t.co/bBfvTanivK