newark new jersey — The New Jersey Devils announced today (May 6) that they have signed a sophomore defenseman from the University of Michigan Ice Hockey. Seamus Casey 3 year entry level contract.
Casey was named to the All-American first team and ranked third in the nation in points among defensemen. He scored seven goals and dished out 38 assists, third-most in the country, averaging 1.13 points per game. His 38 assists tied Tom Polonic (1963-64) and the University of Michigan's helper program record by a sophomore defensive player. luke hughes (2022-23). Casey, a native of Fort Myers, Fla., scored in 28 of 40 games this season and had 12 games with multiple points, led by four assists against Notre Dame in March. . He was named to the All-Big Ten First Team, was a finalist for Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, and was named to both the Big Ten All-Tournament Team and the NCAA All-Regional Team.
During his rookie campaign, he was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, the College Hockey News All-Rookie Team, and was also on the Big Ten All-Tournament Team. He led the Wolverines to defeating the Frozen Four in back-to-back games and winning the 2023 Big Ten Tournament.
Casey played in 77 games and finished his collegiate career with 15 goals and 59 assists for 74 points. He had six power-play goals, one game-winning goal, blocked 71 shots, and finished at +20.
