Devils Strong Defense Last 7

Over the past few weeks there a lot of great things the devils are doing. Today the
Devils won their 4th straight for the first time this season. They have earned 13 of 14 possible points over this 7 game stretch. There are way to many things the devils are doing right to mention so here it is by the numbers!

28 goals for, 14 goals against
3+ goals in 5 of last 7.
4+ goals 4 of 6 last 6.

Rolston 3 Goals 6 Assists
Elias 5 goals 4 Assist over last 7 games.
Greene 5 Assist last 6 games.
Kovalchuck 4 goals 4 assists over last 7.
Clarkson 3 goals last 7.
Brodeur 5-0-1 last 6.

Daneyko stated after the game he feels it all starts with the defense. I agree! Starting Hedberg against Philadelphia shows the work ethic of the entire team. Didn't just rely on Marty, but the defense had to step up and play the same. They were strong on the puck and made great breakout passes. A big factor is the offense stepping up and helping back out on defense. Many players with great backchecking, including Kovalchuk who in my mind is winning over the hearts of many fans.

Under Lemaire, Kovalchuck seems to be playing a much better team game. His unlikely style goal today with a re-direct from point shot by greene shows how his play has matured. HE is laying off the puck a little and allowing his teammates to carry it into the zone and force the defense back. This has helped him watch the play unfold and against tampa, scored on a loose puck in front of the net.

Lemaire has brought the confidence back in this team, which now is showing it can be a great team.

For fans, it's great to see their style of play back as well as a winning streak. Keep it up devils. It's also fun when more people are in the arena cheering with you!

Game recap below


-thefansvoice