Sharks Send Timo Meier to the Devils

Shane Seney Sunday, February 26, 2023 New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks

The New Jersey Devils are loading up as they've acquired power forward Timo Meier from the San Jose Sharks. Hockey insider Pierre LeBrun was the first to report the news.

Still pending the official trade call, but hearing that the New Jersey Devils have acquired Timo Meier from the San Jose Sharks@TSNHockey @TheAthleticNHL
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) February 26, 2023

Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald made things loud and clear weeks ago when he confirmed he was looking to add a top-six winger with term on his contract. Meier was the initial #1 target and sure enough a trade has unfolded.

Timo Meier, acquired by NJ, is a top scoring winger, an elite driver of offensive possession and scoring chances with excellent hands and instincts in tight. A big player who doesn't shy away from physicality either. #NJDevils pic.twitter.com/PvM7gP2kVk
— JFresh (@JFreshHockey) February 26, 2023

Meier gets to play with close friend Nico Hischier in New Jersey. Meier is having a great season, recording 52 points in 57 games. He's a pending restricted free agent and will now begin to discuss a long-term contract extension with the Devils.

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