Fansided · Sep 1, 2025
Could Seamus Casey beat out Simon Nemec in New Jersey Devils training camp?
Many assume Simon Nemec is going to replace Johnny Kovacevic while he recovers from injury, but the New Jersey Devils have another top prospect at right defense that could take the spot. What does Seamus Casey have to do to start the season on the roster?
Utah Hockey Club v New Jersey Devils | Bruce Bennett/GettyImagesInterestingly, the New Jersey Devils go into training camp with a different feel. Unlike previous years, we expect there to be some actual competition prior to the season starting. There’s always the perception of competition, but Tom Fitzgerald often builds his teams to have a distinct 12-man forward group and six-man defense, with some options for the extras.