Jesper Bratt is about to hit another major milestone in his quietly impressive NHL career. When he takes the ice tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes, it’ll mark his 600th game in the league - a significant benchmark for any player, but especially for someone who entered the league as a sixth-round pick back in 2016.
Drafted 162nd overall, Bratt wasn’t exactly a household name when he joined the Devils. But fast forward to now, and he’s become one of the franchise’s most consistent and productive forwards - a cornerstone alongside captain Nico Hischier and the longest-tenured Devil still wearing the jersey. His journey from late-round selection to top-line mainstay is a testament to both his skill and work ethic.
Bratt’s offensive contributions have been a steady drumbeat for New Jersey in recent years. Since the start of the 2023-24 season, he’s led the team in assists and has topped the 70-point mark in each of the last four seasons.
That’s not just consistency - that’s elite production. And in 2024-25, he etched his name into the franchise record books, surpassing Scott Stevens with 67 assists in a single season, setting a new Devils benchmark.
This season, Bratt has continued to be a driving force for the Devils’ offense. He’s already tallied 11 goals and 25 assists, and his impact is felt well beyond the scoresheet.
Take his recent two-goal performance against the Minnesota Wild - a game where he didn’t just show up, he took over. That 5-2 win snapped a four-game skid and reminded everyone just how important Bratt is to this team’s rhythm.
On the power play, he’s been just as effective. Bratt leads the Devils with nine power-play assists and is tied with Hischier for the team lead in total power-play points at 12. He’s also chipped in with a shorthanded goal and three game-winners this season - showing that no matter the situation, he finds a way to make an impact.
At 27, Bratt is entering the prime of his career, and the second half of the season could be a defining stretch. Next month, he’ll suit up for Team Sweden in the 2026 Winter Olympics, joining teammate Jacob Markstrom on the international stage. But before that, his focus will remain on helping the Devils claw back into the playoff picture in a tightly contested Metropolitan Division.
Bratt has become more than just a skilled winger - he’s a leader, a playmaker, and a player who’s earned every bit of respect he gets in that locker room. As the Devils push forward, there’s no question he’ll be at the heart of it all. Fans in New Jersey have watched him grow into one of the league’s most reliable forwards - and with game No. 600 on tap, it’s clear Jesper Bratt is far from finished.