New Jersey Devils: Blake Coleman’s farewell note leaves fans with mixed emotions

The New Jersey Devils shockingly traded Blake Coleman to the Tampa Bay Lightning, but the forward left fans with a heartfelt note.

Sunday was far from an ordinary day in the hockey community and for New Jersey Devils fans especially. “Hockey Day in America” played the role of host for two trades, one of which sent Blake Coleman to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Interim general manager Tom Fitzgerald’s decision to trade Coleman, the heart and soul of the Devils, left fans in shock. Like any good teammate and class act, Coleman left a farewell note for all of Jersey to read.

It was short and sweet but personable and appreciative of New Jersey fans. The trade and note leave fans with mixed emotions.…