Nick Lappin RW FA Mon 7/1/19 4:22 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin agreed to terms with the Blues on a two-way contract Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin is best known in New Jersey, as his hockey resume includes 60 games played for the Devils (2016-18). Over that span, the winger tacked on five goals and three assists, but he struggled to a minus-21 rating. The American skater needs a perfect storm to be considered anything more than a depth option in fantasy circles.
Nick Lappin RW FA Wed 3/20/19 3:16 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin was reassigned to AHL Binghamton on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
The depth winger was pressed out of the lineup with the return of Kurtis Gabriel (undisclosed) on Tuesday, and now Lappin will be confined to the minor league for the rest of the season -- that is, unless the Devils find themselves in need of an emergency call-up or tap into a finite number of standard recalls.
Nick Lappin RW FA Wed 2/27/19 10:28 AM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin was recalled from AHL Binghamton on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin will provide some emergency depth given the lengthy list of Devils forwards currently in the infirmary; including John Quenneville (undisclosed) and Miles Wood (lower body) who were both injured in Monday's tilt versus Montreal. In 45 minor-league contests this season, the 26-year-old Lappin racked up 16 goals and 11 helpers and could provide some quality depth scoring if he does slot into the lineup.
Nick Lappin RW FA Tue 2/19/19 3:14 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
The Devils assigned Lappin to AHL Binghamton on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin drew into three contests during his time with the Devils, but he failed to make an impression on the box score despite seeing considerable power-play time for the first time in his career. The 26-year-old owns 22 points through 44 games with Binghamton this season, but there's nothing to this point in his career to suggest he will be a consistent contributor at the top level.
Nick Lappin RW FA Sat 2/9/19 10:42 AM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin was called up from AHL Binghamton on Saturday, Chris Ryan of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin's call-up directly corresponds to Miles Wood's placement on injured reserve. The former has registered 12 goals and 10 assists over 43 games for the AHL's Devils this season.
Nick Lappin RW FA Tue 9/25/18 2:15 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin was placed on waivers by the Devils on Tuesday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Devils in late July. He wasn't exempt from waivers, so he'll need to pass through unclaimed in order for the Devils to assign him to AHL Binghamton.
Nick Lappin RW FA Fri 7/20/18 11:44 AM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin penned a one-year, two-way contract with New Jersey on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin saw action in just six outings for the Devils last season, instead spending the majority of the year with AHL Binghamton. In his 65 minor-league contests, the winger racked up an impressive 31 goals and 22 helpers. If he can show some of that same scoring touch during training camp, the 25-year-old could earn a more consistent role heading into the 2018-19 campaign.
Nick Lappin RW FA Wed 6/27/18 12:18 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin has received a qualifying offer from the Devils.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin suited up for 43 games with New Jersey in 2016-17, but that number dropped to six last season as the team acquired more quality contributors up front. Look for Lappin to get brought back on a cheap contract and compete for a roster spot in camp.
Nick Lappin RW FA Mon 4/23/18 8:31 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin just lit the lamp once in 2017-18, playing just six games on the season.
EDGE Analysis
After skating in 43 games during 2016-17 at the NHL level, Lappin took a step back this season, but his offensive ability was on full display in the minors. The Illinois native was able to score 31 goals and collect 22 assists in 65 games, which was the 35th best points-per-game rate of all players with at least 40 games under their belt. Expect Lappin to make a push for the roster in training camp, but if he doesn't make the top four lines, he'll likely return to the AHL to receive consistent playing time. Although, he is a restricted free agent, so there's always a chance he winds up with a different team in 2018-19.
Nick Lappin RW FA Wed 2/21/18 4:50 PM
Nick Lappin
RW FA
Lappin was reassigned to AHL Binghamton on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Lappin was originally called up as a reinforcement option with Brian Boyle questionable to play in a Feb. 13 contest against the Flyers -- he didn't suit up for that one or the following two games, but has since returned for a Devils team looking to secure a playoff spot. Lappin is lauded for his ability to contribute in all situations, but he'll have to bide his time in the minors a while longer. The undrafted winger will look to build upon his season total of 29 points (17 goals, 12 assists) through 42 games for the AHL's Devils.