Florida Panthers Send Jack Devine to Charlotte Checkers
The Florida Panthers have made the decision to send winger Jack Devine to the Charlotte Checkers as part of a strategic move. Devine, who is 22 years old, had a brief stint in the NHL where he appeared in six games during his initial call-up but did not tally any points. Despite not scoring, he exhibited significant potential, particularly in his role within the Panthers’ transition offense, utilizing his speed on the forecheck to regain possession for his team.
Performance Analysis
During his time on the ice, he averaged merely 8 minutes and 26 seconds per game, yet he managed to register six shots on goal. An analysis by Natural Stat Trick indicated that while on the ice at even strength, the Panthers controlled 51.14% of the expected goals and achieved a Corsi For percentage of 51.61%. However, the team did not fare well with Devine present, getting outscored 3-0, a challenge he faced while playing on the fourth line, an unfamiliar position for him.
Return to the AHL
Now returning to the Checkers, Devine brings with him valuable NHL experience that he aims to leverage as he works to build on an impressive output in his rookie season. Over 13 games in the AHL, he has netted six goals and accumulated 12 points, which places him just three goals and two points shy of leading his team.
Playing Style and Future Potential
Devine, while standing at 5-foot-11 and weighing 173 pounds, plays with a notable intensity and speed, routinely engaging in the more challenging areas of the ice and striving to create scoring opportunities in front of the net. His history as a prolific scorer at various levels of competition suggests he is likely to continue his upward trajectory in the AHL.
