New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier has had a long year. The team made the Stanley Cup Playoffs for just the second time since he was drafted first overall in 2017 and reached the second round for the first time since losing in the Stanley Cup Final in 2011-12. Now, the 24-year-old is enjoying a small break at home as the upstart Devils look to build off their best season in over a decade.
PublishedThe team made the Stanley Cup Playoffs for just the second time since he was drafted first overall in 2017 and reached the second round for the first time since losing in the Stanley Cup Final in 2011-12.
Now, the 24-year-old is enjoying a small break at home as the upstart Devils look to build off their best season in over a decade.,"I was quite happy at some point after [the World Championships] for me to put my year away a little bit and recharge my batteries. It was a tough year physically and mentally, but a really fun year. For me, it's always really nice to come home to Switzerland and see friends and family. Just recharge my batteries.
Hischier says he has full confidence in Fitzgerald to improve the team as the start of training camp grow closer. Hischier logged a career-high 31 goals and 80 points in 81 games last season, adding one goal and six assists in 12 playoff games, as the team finally found success with it's young core. The Brig, Switzerland native said that, while 2022-23 gives the team confidence, it's on them to carry that momentum take the next step to become a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.
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