Colin White Joins New Jersey Devils on One-Year Contract

In a notable move within the Metropolitan Division, the New Jersey Devils have signed former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Colin White to a one-year, two-way contract. This deal will see White carrying a $900,000 cap hit at the NHL level, marking a fresh chapter in his career.

White’s signing follows a season spent entirely in the AHL with the San Jose Barracuda, where he demonstrated his offensive capabilities by notching 21 goals and 27 assists for a total of 48 points over 46 games. His last stint in the NHL came during the 2024-25 season with the San Jose Sharks, where he struggled to find the scoresheet, registering no points in three appearances.

As he transitions to the Devils, White aims to secure a spot on the team’s roster. His previous season with the Penguins was a challenging one, as he played 11 games without registering a point, although he did contribute with eight shots and 11 hits. In addition, he found some success in the AHL, where he scored five goals and accumulated 10 points in 21 games with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Across his nine-season NHL career, which includes time with the Ottawa Senators, Florida Panthers, Penguins, Montreal Canadiens, and Sharks, White has played 323 games, accumulating 44 goals and 69 assists for a total of 113 points. With a new opportunity in New Jersey, fans are eager to see how Colin White will fit into the Devils’ lineup.

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