Newark, NJ – The New Jersey Devils today acquired forward Devante Smith-Pelly from Montreal in exchange for forward Stefan Matteau. The announcement was made by Devils’ Executive Vice President/General Manager Ray Shero.
Smith-Pelly, 23, totaled 6g-6a-12pts, including a career-high three game-winning goals, and 22 PIM in 46 games with the Canadiens this season. He was acquired by Montreal from Anaheim on Feb. 24, 2015. Smith-Pelly has recorded 21g-34a-55pts and 64 PIM in 195 career NHL games with the Habs and the Ducks. He has also added 6g-2a-8pts in 24 Stanley Cup Playoff contests.