With Luke Hughes still not in training camp and October on the horizon, it's time for the New Jersey Devils to look at contingency plans. Seamus Casey is as good a plan as any.
The longer Luke Hughes goes without a contract, the more the New Jersey Devils will need to seriously evaluate their options to replace him on defense, even in a temporary capacity.
Fellow former University of Michigan defenseman Ethan Edwards has gained some early consideration from the Devils and Devils fans, primarily due to his playstyle, steady preseason performances, and his being a left-shot defender.