They can count on the 32 year old’s veteran presence, and hopefully, he’d have a better playoff run next time around if given the chance. Should the Devils find room for Tatar on their payroll, it wouldn’t be bad to have him back. Tatar might have had an inkling that his days in New Jersey were ending. The rest of the team stayed to speak with the media. This is rather bizarre coming from a veteran. Tatar was apparently there with the team for locker clean-out, but he didn’t realize he was supposed to stay to meet with the media. Strangely, Tatar wasn’t present for interviews on the Devils’ exit interview day. He was fined for high-sticking Sebastian Aho in retaliation for cross-checking in Round 2 Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes. Aside from a notable goal in Round 1 Game 7 against the New York Rangers, Tatar’s only other visible playoff moment was not a positive one. He had one goal and no assists in 12 playoff games. His steady veteran presence on a young Devils team was also important.Ĭome playoff time, though, Tatar disappeared when the Devils needed him.
Tatar was a big contributor in the offensive zone. The winger posted 20 goals and 28 assists with a 41 +/. During the regular season, he was able to find success playing in all different spots as the lineup was shuffled around. After a poor showing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, his future with the Devils is on the rocks.Ģ022-23 was a bounce-back year for Tatar. It once seemed like an extension could be in the cards. Given his strong regular season in 2022-23, it will be particularly disappointing if pending UFA Tomas Tatar doesn’t return next season, but that’s looking like the most likely scenario. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports Devils who won’t be on the roster after this offseason: 3. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA New Jersey Devils left wing Tomas Tatar (90) controls the puck against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period at Wells Fargo Center.
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