With their sixth round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft, the New Jersey Devils selected Austrian center Benjamin Baumgartner. Baumgartner, a 5'9, 165 pound center, played for Davos in the Swiss National League last season. Through 37 games he had seven goals and 20 assists for a total of 27 points.
Baumgartner played for Austria in the 2020 World Junior Championship Division 1-A and was a top player for his country. Through five games he had five goals and six assists for eleven points. He led all skaters in goals, assists, and points while helping his team win a Gold Medal. Baumgartner also played in the 2019 World Championship for Austria. Where he played four games.
DRAFT: Baumgartner Brings Consistent Skill
The Austrian center and Devils sixth round pick, will bring a high level of skill that he capitalizes on every shift