“Just soak it in” – Forward Nolan Foote follows dad’s advice in preparing for opening night roster with Devils
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New Jersey Devils forward prospect Nolan Foote is eager to make the opening night roster for the team. He has declared his intention about wanting to take the NHL spotlight through his performance on the ice. He plays as the left winger on the team.
Last season with Utica of the American Hockey League, the 21-year-old recorded 32 points with 14 goals and 18 assists in 55 games, and 17 points in 24 AHL games during the 2020-21 season. His father Adam Foote is also an ex-NHL player who has played with different NHL teams and has also won the Stanley Cup twice.
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Nolan Foote is eager to be on the roster for the New Jersey Devils
While preparing for his roster seat, the forward didn’t forget his dad’s advice and carries it with him and every aspect of his life. Nolan said, “My dad’s advice entering development camp (July 11-15) was to have a good attitude”. “Even though I was probably one of the older players, to just soak it in with the staff, meet new faces. He’s been a huge help my entire career and just wants to keep building and growing each year.”
Adam is a former NHL defenceman who participated in 1,154 games over 19 career seasons with the Quebec Nordiques, Colorado Avalanche, and Columbus Blue Jackets. He won the Stanley Cup twice with the Avalanche in 1996 and 2001. On the other hand, Nolan was selected by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the 2019 NHL Draft where he recorded 6 points in 13 NHL games.
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He was later traded to the New Jersey Devils for forward Blake Coleman on February 16, 2020. He commented, “I think this is hopefully my time to be here with New Jersey on the opening night roster”. “It’s been my goal since the end of last season. I just need to continue my training and hopefully surprise them and make the roster out of training camp.”
Devils general manager Dan MacKinnon said that he’s excited to see how far Nolan can go, “I don’t think it’s crushing if he’s not there, Day One, but if he earns it, we’re happy to see it.” I think (Utica’s coach) Kevin Dineen really brought out some great attributes in Nolan. When he commits to playing a traffic game and using his body, because he does have good hands and a good shot, he can score and be effective. We think that’s how he’s going to eventually be given the chance at the NHL level.”
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