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Hayton Stays, Devils Move On | New Jersey Devils News
The New Jersey Devils tried to poach Barrett Hayton with an offer sheet, but Utah matched it—locking him in for nearly $5 million as a franchise cornerstone. Utah hyped the move with bold statements and graphics, painting Hayton as essential to their future. But behind the scenes, the reality’s murkier: Hayton’s 25-point season didn’t match his defensive reputation, and Utah’s GM admitted they felt a second-round pick wasn’t enough. Now they’re stuck with a player whose trade value may be slipping, while the Devils pivot to other targets—thanks to Utah’s risky gamble on Hayton’s upside…
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