The Devils need to keep the Gritsyuk – Hughes – Bratt line together forever

Writer JP Gambatese argues that the New Jersey Devils must keep their top line of Arseny Gritsyuk, Jack Hughes, and Jesper Bratt together for the rest of the season. In over 109 minutes played at five-on-five, the trio has posted dominant metrics, controlling 66.7% of expected goals and outscoring opponents 8-3. The line also accounted for four goals in a recent 5-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights.

Gambatese views Gritsyuk as the ideal linemate for Hughes and Bratt after previous combinations failed to find sustained success. With all three players under contract for at least three more seasons, the writer believes maintaining the unit will maximize their long-term chemistry and individual production.