The New Jersey Devils are actively reshaping their defensive lineup. Reports indicate that defenseman John Marino is being traded to Utah in exchange for the 49th-overall pick, Edmonton's 2025 2nd-round pick, and Colorado's 5th round pick. This move comes as the Devils' blueline undergoes significant changes, with Kevin Bahl already out and Brendan Smith likely heading to unrestricted free agency. The trade positions the Devils as frontrunners to acquire Brett Pesce in free agency.
Full trade details: To NJ: 49th-overall pick, Edmonton's 2025 2nd-round pick To Utah: John Marino, Colorado's 5th round pick (153)
Bill Armstrong is not playing around with his blue line. The Hockey Club is going through an entire overhaul on the backend right now. https://t.co/rEoOIwfU23
With #NJDevils trading John Marino, they should be considered a frontrunner to land Brett Pesce in free agency.
So for those keeping score, Kevin Bahl is already out, Brendan Smith likely headed to UFA, and John Marino is being shopped. The #NJDevils blueline could look quite different in October.
Report: #NJDevils Shopping Defenseman John Marino More⤵️ https://t.co/CZwZ4ZhNsd
And John Marino is in play, per Seravalli. #NJDevils https://t.co/3CJEKLgcIV
Keep an eye on #njdevils today. Aside from interest in No. 10 overall pick, New Jersey is actively looking to move defenseman John Marino. #Canucks were one of the teams in the mix - a potential checkdown option if no Zadorov.