Devil of the Week: Alexei Ponikarovsky

There was no one player who really stood out this week, so since he scored a goal in his return to New Jersey against the Flyers, we'll give the Player of the Week Award this week to Alexei Ponikarovsky.

Kovy, Henrique happy with Ponikarovsky's return

Devils reacquire Alexei Ponikarovsky from Jets

Thanks to CF for the nickname.

The New Jersey Devils have reacquired Alexei Ponikarovsky from Winnipeg for a couple of draft picks. Poni was a vital piece of the Devils in last year's run to the finals, and he signed with Winnipeg over the summer for one year and $1.8 million.

He has 2 goals with Winnipeg.

This is another one of those quiet, yet solid Lou Lamoriello deals — and I'd expect he'll improve once he gets back here.