The Cardiff Devils have signed a familiar name for the 2026-27 season, bringing in Jake Scratini—the son of club legend Vezio Sacratini—to wear the same jersey his father once made famous. Born in the Welsh capital while Vezio was playing for the Devils from 1996-97, the 24-year-old right winger is classified as a British player by Ice Hockey UK, adding valuable depth to the team's homegrown talent.

Jake Scratini, who will don jersey number 28 in honor of his father's legacy, arrives after an impressive college career with SUNY-Plattsburgh in the NCAA's third tier. Last season, he led his team in both goals and points, showcasing the offensive firepower that caught the Devils' attention. For fans who remember Vezio's eight-season stint in Cardiff, this signing carries a special sense of nostalgia and promise.

Devils head coach Paul Thompson expressed excitement about the acquisition, noting Scratini's recent success. "Jake comes off two good offensive years in college, leading his team in goals and points last season," Thompson said. "We have been actively looking to enhance our already talented British player pool, and we are delighted to have secured Jake's services. Being a Cardiff boy, born right here in Wales, we look forward to Jake putting on that jersey that his father, Vezio, starred in and wore many times for the Devils."

For Devils supporters, this signing blends past and present—a homegrown talent with a legendary lineage, ready to carve his own path in the same rink where his father became a club icon. As the 2026-27 season approaches, all eyes will be on Scratini as he aims to continue his family's hockey legacy in Cardiff.