Since the all-star break, two players who have really stepped up as part of the Devils six-game streak without a loss in regulation are Kevin Rooney and John Hayden.
Devils interim head coach Alain Nasreddine talked about their ability to play together as a duo on the fourth line.
"They play to their identity," Nasreddine said. "They know their role. Rooney has good speed, reliable defensively. Hayden brings that physical element you want on the fourth line and they keep their games simple."
In the six-game stretch, Rooney is also finding some offensive paydirt. He is tied for fifth on the team with four points (two goals, two assists) and tied for second on the club with a +4 rating. He has a shorthanded goal and two shorthanded points.
BLOG: Hayden, Rooney Creating Chemistry
John Hayden and Kevin Rooney are working well together since being given the opportunity to play more minutes
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