The Columbus Blue Jackets have made a significant move to strengthen their defense by acquiring Damon Severson in a sign-and-trade deal with the New Jersey Devils. In exchange for Severson, the Devils will receive a third-round pick. The news of this trade has ignited strong reactions from fans on Twitter, expressing a mix of emotions regarding Severson's departure from the Devils organization. One devoted Devils fan expressed their sadness, stating: "As a Devils fan, this is painful to actually see happen. I loved Severson, and I wished he could have stayed a Devil."Gavriel Toplan@fut_changegavto@frank_seravalli As a Devils fan this is painful to actually see happen, loved Damon Severson and I wished he could have stayed a Devil.3@frank_seravalli As a Devils fan this is painful to actually see happen, loved Damon Severson and I wished he could have stayed a Devil.It is evident that Severson had earned a special place in the hearts of fans with his contributions to the team over the years.Another fan voiced concern for Severson's future, expressing their disappointment by saying: "Damon Severson suffered for years on this team, and you're gonna send him to an even WORSE team?? That's so mean."stef🤠@stefspeaksportsdamon severson suffered for years on this team and you're gonna send him to an even WORSE team?? that's so mean5damon severson suffered for years on this team and you're gonna send him to an even WORSE team?? that's so meanAcknowledging Severson's departure, one fan recognized his significance to the Devils. "I know his time was up, but Damon Severson meant more to this team than most care to realize and will be missed."Valac@Valac_26I know his time was up but Damon Severson meant more to this team than most care to realize and will be missed. #NJDevilsI know his time was up but Damon Severson meant more to this team than most care to realize and will be missed. #NJDevilsThis tweet shows the impact Severson had on the Devils, even if it may have gone unnoticed by some. His absence will be felt within the organization and by fans who appreciated his contributions. New Jersey Sports@NJSports_Truly wish the best for Damon Severson the longest tenuree Devil since 2012 , he is going to columbus for a 2023 third round pick! This is a great get for the Devils as he could of walked for nothing this summer, now we have another draft pickTruly wish the best for Damon Severson the longest tenuree Devil since 2012 🙌🙌🙌, he is going to columbus for a 2023 third round pick! This is a great get for the Devils as he could of walked for nothing this summer, now we have another draft pickNY_Sports_Fan@NYSport1994@vzmercogliano #CBJ need leadership & Damon Severson besides being underrated d-man is a good veteran guy to have in a locker room...@vzmercogliano #CBJ need leadership & Damon Severson besides being underrated d-man is a good veteran guy to have in a locker room...Vinnie Parise@VinniePariseDamon Severson was the longest tenured #NJDevils this season. He is now a #CBJ. The second sign and trade in NHL history has him going to Columbus on an 8x6.25 contract. His Devils career finishes with 58 goals and 205 assists for 263 points in 647 games. I wish him well.406Damon Severson was the longest tenured #NJDevils this season. He is now a #CBJ. The second sign and trade in NHL history has him going to Columbus on an 8x6.25 contract. His Devils career finishes with 58 goals and 205 assists for 263 points in 647 games. I wish him well.e-Derek@DMoney7707Thank you Damon Severson for the psychological damage you caused me by scoring a GWOTG for Toronto 20 ft in front of me #NJDevilsThank you Damon Severson for the psychological damage you caused me by scoring a GWOTG for Toronto 20 ft in front of me #NJDevilse-Derek@DMoney7707Trading for Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson in 48 hours in 2023 is fucking crazy5Trading for Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson in 48 hours in 2023 is fucking crazy https://t.co/HQK2DfLqPnAnthony Sarci@TonysSportsDeskAn absolute STUD who was around for the dark ages and never gave up on this team. Thanks for everything Sevo🤘🏼 #NJDevils #Pain #NHL twitter.com/devilsarmyblog…Devils Army Blog@DevilsArmyBlogDamon Severson played 647 games with the #NJDevils. Played on a ton of bad teams, and finally got rewarded with a playoff series winPlayed a lot of good top-four minutes on bad teams. Impact will sorely be missed.Great to see him cash in. Thank you and good luck in Columbus!543Damon Severson played 647 games with the #NJDevils. Played on a ton of bad teams, and finally got rewarded with a playoff series winPlayed a lot of good top-four minutes on bad teams. Impact will sorely be missed.Great to see him cash in. Thank you and good luck in Columbus! https://t.co/H1h2L5O5NOAn absolute STUD who was around for the dark ages and never gave up on this team. Thanks for everything Sevo🤘🏼😩 #NJDevils #Pain #NHL twitter.com/devilsarmyblog…Ephraim Vorzman ASTROS 2X, MAX 2X@Saints_JimmyHappy that Damon Severson got paid, but sad to see him go #NJDevilsHappy that Damon Severson got paid, but sad to see him go #NJDevilsrory ☾@asianstirrfryHOLY FUCK DAMON SEVERSON GOT TRADED TODAY?HOLY FUCK DAMON SEVERSON GOT TRADED TODAY?The reactions on Twitter show the range of emotions among fans following Damon Severson's trade to the Columbus Blue Jackets. While some expressed sadness and a sense of loss, others raised concerns about his future. Severson's departure from the Devils may be bittersweet, but the fans are optimistic about the potential impact he can make with his new team.Details of Damon Severson's new contractThe sign-and-trade deal involving Damon Severson has been finalized, and he is now officially a member of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The contract extension is set for eight years, with Severson earning an average annual salary of $6.25 million.B/R Open Ice@BR_OpenIce WE’VE GOT A TRADE TO ANNOUNCE The Devils send Damon Severson to the Blue Jackets in a sign-and-trade …The pending UFA gets 8 years, $6.25M per and will be joining Columbus’ blue line83280🚨 WE’VE GOT A TRADE TO ANNOUNCE 🚨 The Devils send Damon Severson to the Blue Jackets in a sign-and-trade …The pending UFA gets 8 years, $6.25M per and will be joining Columbus’ blue line https://t.co/8mY7RrsBwADuring his tenure with the Devils, Severson accumulated an impressive total of 263 points in 647 games over nine seasons. He consistently displayed his ability to contribute offensively, recording three points in 16 playoff games.In terms of his previous contracts, Severson's deals with the Devils amounted to a total value of $27.85 million across two agreements. His initial contract was a three-year entry-level deal signed in 2012, followed by a six-year extension in 2017, which reflected his value and impact on the team.With the sign-and-trade agreement now complete, Severson embarks on a new chapter in his career with the Columbus Blue Jackets.