The 2022 second-overall pick’s patience may be wearing thin after being assigned to the AHL for a third straight season. With the Devils gearing up for a Stanley Cup run, where does Nemec fit into their plans?

New Jersey Devils top prospect, Simon Nemec, is making noise in the American Hockey League. However, some comments which surfaced on Wednesday from the prospect defenseman came across as mildly concerning when Nemec addressed his Devils future.

New Jersey Devils top prospect, Simon Nemec, made some comments earlier this week when discussing his future with the Devils and his current status in the AHL (as per Tomáš Prokop of Dennik Sports).

The Edmonton Oilers are looking to make it back to the Stanley Cup Final and have more success after coming up short to the Florida Panthers last season.

Impact of Kings Top Defenseman Returning In the interview, Prokop mentioned David Jiricek, who expressed dissatisfaction while playing in the AHL for Columbus before being traded. He asked Nemec if he shared similar thoughts about desiring a move from New Jersey.

There has been confirmation from Jimmy Murphy at RG.org that the New Jersey Devils are beginning discussions to extend former Canadiens defender, Johnathan Kovacevic.

New Jersey Devils prospect defenseman has been a hot button topic lately. On Friday, it was announced by the American Hockey League that Nemec has been named to the 2025 All-Star Classic, replacing a fellow Devils prospect.