The preseason so far for the New Jersey Devils has had its fair share of frustrating play and lack of cohesion that you might expect for a team just getting its legs. However, when delving into games like this, looking for individuals who stand out and look to have progressed or those who could make a bigger impact is always important. For me, someone that has looked much improved over the first two preseason games has been Steven Santini.
Before discussing the potential significance of an improved Santini on the roster, first let’s look at some of his stats from the first two games he played.