In Jaros, New Jersey adds a right-shooting defender with some NHL experience. He will add depth to the Devils and might play more at the NHL level than if he had stayed with San Jose.

Merkley is a depth forward who has had trouble cracking the NHL lineup. He can play all three forward positions and fill a variety of roles. He could get an opportunity to make the NHL lineup in San Jose.

There is no fantasy impact here, as Jaros is mostly a defensive defender and Merkley is not likely to play enough minutes to be a fantasy factor.