It did not the new Devils top line to create some forms of chemistry. All three line-mates had one goal and one assist in their debuts together. But the only negative, the Devils lost in overtime 4-3 on Marian Gaborik's shot, which beat goaltender Jeff Frazee. Coach John MacLean was pleased with their debut, but sees room for improvement. Kovalchuk did have some trouble maneuvering the puck on the Right Wing, but did very well, when he got to the left wing side. Travis Zajac scored the first goal, Kovalchuk the 2nd and Parise tied it up at 3 late in the 3rd period.
Notes: Prospect Mattias Tedenby was disappointed with his debut, but coach John MacLean said he did see some positives. From what I saw, he had good technique, but his small size could be the question. Jacob Josefson was supposed to play, but was a last second scratch due to a mild bruised foot, but is expected to play Saturday at "The Rock" against the Rangers. Marcus Nilson took his place and played better than he did in Philly on Tuesday. Adam Mair continued to play strong as he vies for a contract for the team, and from the looks of it I think he is well on his way to earning one. But, the contract will come once the Devils make their salary cap cut. Marcus Nilson is still 50-50 in his chance to get a contract. Brian Rolston was up and down and Colin White was not smart in decisions with the puck. Matt Taormina looked nervous along with prospect Eric Gelinas, who could not hold off Rangers forward Brian Boyle, who scored the 3rd Ranger goal. New addition Anton Volchenkov continued to show his physical and high hitting game. Overall another good effort from the Devils.
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