Wednesday's trade involving the New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders saw two veteran leaders leave the young Devils locker room. Center Travis Zajac and right wing Kyle Palmieri head across state lines after many impactful years with the Devils.
Zajac recently played his 1000th NHL game, all with New Jersey, and was in his fifteenth season with the club.
"The organization has meant everything to me," said Zajac on his time with the Devils. "They gave me my first shot at the NHL … they just helped me grow as a hockey player, as a person.
BLOG: Palmieri and Zajac Reflect on Time with Devils
The former Devils forwards discussed their favorite memories playing for New Jersey, following a trade that sent them both to the Islanders
