Devils head coach John Hynes will waste no time getting Bratt mixed into the lineup. He will take a spot on the Devils second line, centered by rookie Brett Seney and with fellow countryman Marcus Johansson on the left-wing.
"He's one of these guys that has worked extremely hard," coach John Hynes said. "The good thing for us is he has a lot of experience with us last year. He played in the playoffs, was a big part of our regular season, I think even confidence-wise, even though he's a young player, he does have experience and I know he's excited to play."
"We need everyone," Marcus Johansson said. "I think Jesper showed last year what he can do and how he can help the team. In camp this year, he was also really good. He's just such a good all-around player, we missed him. It's good to have him back."
The Devils continue their road trip with a stop in Toronto, just days ahead of former Devil Martin Brodeur's induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Both teams will wear commemorative patches on their jerseys and decals on their helmets for the Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Weekend game. Brodeur is expected to take part in the ceremonial puck drop.
