Devils coach Peter DeBoer made the announcement in his pregame meeting with the media at Prudential Center. Gelinas will replace Jon Merrill, who is dealing with an unspecified injury.
Gelinas has one goal and four points in eight games this season. Merrill has one goal and four points in 11 games.
Devils forward Steve Bernier, who was recalled from Albany of the American Hockey League on Monday, will make his season debut. He replaces Reid Boucher, who was reassigned to Albany on Monday. Additionally, goaltender Keith Kinkaid will serve as the backup for Cory Schneider.
Goalie Scott Clemmensen, who cleared waivers Tuesday, was reassigned to Albany.
Stay Connected
NHL.TV™
NHL GameCenter LIVE™ is now NHL.TV™.
Watch out-of-market games and replays with an all new redesigned media player, mobile and connected device apps.
Introducing the new official NHL App, available for iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones and tablets. A host of new features and improved functionality are available across all platforms, including a redesigned league-wide scoreboard, expanded news coverage, searchable video highlights, individual team experiences* and more. The new NHL App on your tablet also introduces new offerings such as 60fps video, Multitasking** and Picture-in-Picture.
*Available only for smartphones
** Available only for suported iPads