Hall looking forward to change of scenery in New Jersey

Taylor Hall is heading east.

The high-profile forward was traded Wednesday by the Edmonton Oilers to the New Jersey Devils for Adam Larsson, one of three massive deals on the day.

"I have heard nothing but great things about the players and organization," Hall said after the deal. "I am excited to join a team that has a lot of potential.

"Hopefully, a change of scenery is positive for me."

Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli said Hall was "very disappointed" to learn of the trade. He was hoping to be part of the solution in Edmonton.

"Taylor is a dynamic player with speed and youth that changes the complexion of our team," said Devils general manager Ray Shero. "We feel he fits into the direction we wanted to go a year ago which is that fast, supportive and attacking style."

Another person excited about the deal is Adam Henrique, who played junior hockey with Hall in Windsor.