Devils Place Nick Bjugstad On LTIR

By Brian La Rose | at October 9, 2026 8:59 pm The Devils made a pair of transactions with their active roster today. After clearing waivers, veteran winger Stefan Noesen was sent to AHL Utica. Meanwhile, prospect defenseman Anton Silayev was recalled from the Comets. At least, he was recalled on paper. In a corresponding move, PuckPedia relays (Twitter link) that center Nick Bjugstad has been placed on LTIR, moving over from regular injured reserve. As it turns out, Silayev’s recall was part of the timing strategy for Bjugstad’s LTIR placement. While doing this actually hurts New Jersey in the…