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Reid Boucher feels he can earn a spot with the Devils.

(Robert Sciarrino/The Star-Ledger)

Devils right winger Reid Boucher was simply a fourth-round draft pick with some promise when he attended training camp in 2011.



Now, the Michigan native is in training camp with a reputation as a prolific goal-scorer and a chance to make the NHL roster. Boucher, 20, believes it is possible.



"Absolutely. My goal is to make the team here this season. I came back in a lot better shape than I was in two years ago," Boucher said. "I feel a lot better. Hopefully I perform this week."



Boucher said he is not nervous, but pressure often comes with high expectations.



"No, I just have to worry about myself and take care of the things I need to, perform the best I can," he said. "Two years removed, I feel really good," Boucher said.



After scoring 62 goals for Sarnia (OHL) in juniors, Boucjer played 11 games for Albany (AHL) last season and had 3-2-5.



"Definitely a good experience to get some pro games under my belt," Boucher said. "I just got a little taste last year. I kind of know what to expect a little more."

