He was a regular with the Comets last season. He was acquired by New Jersey to join Robbie Russo as the the 2 solid vets to support the Comets Young D in Okhotiuk, Bahl, Walsh, Vukojevic, and Groleau. He led the D with a +26 in 51GP. He was on an AHL contract. The Devils were so impressed they signed him to a 2-yr 2-way contract. He's making $300K this yr and will make $325K next yr. He is getting his per game % of his NHL $750K this season.