Lou Lamoriello was a conservative guy in many ways, including his process in developing prospects. The New Jersey Devils were an organization that took it’s time to groom young players before calling them up to the NHL level. Times have changed. With Ray Shero now in charge, the Devils will start taking chances playing young players at the NHL level earlier in their careers.
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Shero and head coach John Hynes already started that trend last season. Two players in particular come to mind, those being Reid Boucher and Joseph Blandisi.