New Jersey Devils Defense Prospect Seeks Playing Time in AHL In a move that could have significant implications for the team's future, Devils defense prospect Charlie Leddy has signed a contract with the Utica Comets, New Jersey's top affiliate in the American Hockey League (AHL). The 20-year-old Leddy was selected by the Devils in the fourth round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft and has been waiting to make his professional debut. With the signing, Leddy will join the Comets for the remainder of the season, potentially gaining valuable experience and refining his skills in the minors. However, the Devils still have until August 15 to sign Leddy to an entry-level contract, which would secure his NHL signing rights and set him on a path to potentially joining the parent club in the future.
Devils defense prospect Charlie Leddy has signed a contract with the AHL’s Utica Comets for the remainder of the season, New Jersey’s top affiliate announced Tuesday. The Devils still have until Aug. 15 to sign Leddy to an entry-level contract to retain his NHL signing rights. New Jersey drafted Leddy in the fourth round in 2022 out […]