Sheldon Keefe Named New Head Coach of New Jersey Devils
Former Toronto Maple Leafs Coach to Lead Devils
(May 22, 2023)
NEWARK, N.J. - The New Jersey Devils have named Sheldon Keefe as the franchise's 31st head coach, league sources confirmed Wednesday. Keefe, who most recently served as head coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs, will lead the Devils into a new era.
Keefe, 42, has a strong track record of success in the National Hockey League (NHL). He guided the Maple Leafs to back-to-back playoff appearances and was named the Jack Adams Award finalist as the league's top coach in 2020-21.
The Devils have been searching for a new coach since firing Lindy Ruff after the team missed the playoffs for the ninth time in 10 seasons. Keefe's appointment is widely seen as a positive move for the Devils, who are eager to return to contention.
Keefe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Devils, and his arrival is expected to ignite a resurgence for the franchise. His ability to develop young players and create a winning culture make him an ideal candidate to lead the Devils into the future.
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