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Mantha’s Arrival Could Boost Devils’ Top Six | New Jersey Devils News
The Devils just pulled off a blockbuster move, signing Anthony Mantha to a two-year, $4.75M deal — their biggest free agent splash yet. After matching Hayton’s offer, they’ve added a lethal, 6’5” goal machine who lit up the Penguins with 33 goals and 64 points last season — including 51 at even strength. Mantha outscored Crosby per hour, thrives in high-danger zones, and averages 25 goals per 82 games. A perfect fit with Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt, he’s a finisher who thrives on loose pucks and can be a lethal third option in the top six — and his physicality? Not a concern when you’ve got…
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