NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 16: Ty Smith #24 of the New Jersey Devils takes the puck in the overtime period against the Boston Bruins at Prudential Center on January 16, 2021 in Newark, New Jersey. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the game is played without fans. The New Jersey Devils defeated the Boston Bruins 2-1 in overtime. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Ty Smith continues to impress on defense for the New Jersey Devils.
The New Jersey Devils received some tough news ahead of puck drop vs the New York Islanders on Thursday night. Mackenzie Blackwood was placed on the COVID-19 list.