New Jersey Devils: 3 players that could be selected at No. 4 overall

No. 2 – RW Dylan Guenther – Edmonton (WHL)

It’s likely that if the Anaheim Ducks take the Devils’ number one choice, they might shift their focus from finding their franchise defenseman to looking for another elite forward to give their offense more weapons. While they’re still waiting for Alexander Holtz to make his full-time move to the NHL, New Jersey is going to need a lot more talent on offense if they wish to dominate their rivals across the Hudson.

Dylan Guenther could be the ticket to do just that for the team as he is easily the most talented forward on the board at this pick. Apart from Matthew Beniers, there may not be a bigger weapon for the offense that could match Guenther’s abilities. Standing at a solid 6-foot-1 and 175 pounds, he plays a small game with incredible finesse but, with some added muscle and an NHL training regimen, he could become an unstoppable force.

His shot and scoring abilities make him an imposing threat on the power play and he could potentially find an “Ovi office” of his own in the future. In the WHL, the gifted forward averaged 2.00 points per game in 12 games played (12 goals, 12 assists) while wearing an “A” for the Oil Kings in a shortened season.

Guenther was also selected to Team Canada in the U18-World Juniors where he was named an alternate captain once again, showcasing his leadership and maturity. In the tournament, Dylan tallied four goals and three assists in seven games played for Canada without recording one penalty in their run for the gold medal.

If Guenther were to serve as the second choice for who the New Jersey Devils wish to take at No. 4 overall in the draft, he’s arguably the best consolation prize there is. With little risk in the pick, Guenther easily has the ceiling for a top-six forward in the NHL, with a significant role on the power-play unit should his bomb of a shot carry over to the national stage. It’s safe to say though, that he’s done more than prove to scouts that he’s ready to light the lamp at the next level.