In a major roster shake-up, the New Jersey Devils have made a significant push to bolster their forward depth by signing Anthony Mantha to a long-term contract and acquiring forward Anders Bjork and defenseman Adam Boqvist in a trade with the Buffalo Sabres and Chicago Blackhawks, respectively. The Devils have been actively seeking to strengthen their offense, and these moves suggest a commitment to competing for a playoff spot in the highly competitive Metropolitan Division. With Mantha's proven scoring ability and the potential of young players like Boqvist, the Devils are looking to create a more formidable lineup. The team's general manager will be under pressure to integrate these new additions seamlessly into the roster.


Devils sign Mantha, trade for Rodrigues, Boqvist to load up on forward depth  NHL.com