One thing I’ve been saying for a few weeks now is how surprisingly calm Sheldon Keefe has been amid the New Jersey Devils’ struggles.
However, he has also been on the record in saying frustration is a useless emotion. We’ve seen him get snappy once or twice, but he’s been quite reserved this season. Yet, his comments last night were POINTED, and everyone noticed. More on that, and the Devils’ lack of “balls” below.
Elsewhere, some Olympic roster leaks, Pittsburgh’s diamond in the rough, and Boston’s trade chips.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Okay, let’s start with how it happened. $40 million missing from the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup, and they still can’t get the job done. I mean, yikes. More inside on how the Devils choked in a 4-0 shutout.
More NJHN: Now to the nitty-gritty stuff. After the game, Sheldon Keefe explained how the New Jersey lacks “balls.” A lot went wrong against the Maple Leafs, such as Ondrej Palat’s poor play, to the awful execution, to the everlasting scoring woes.
Here are those pointed comments, by the way:
Even More: And even after all this, an ex-AGM sat down with me a few days ago to explain how the Devils have the bones of a championship roster. More inside on how the Devils should be looking to construct their roster and utilize their assets.
Devils Rink Report: Ex-Panthers AGM, Steve Werier, explained how he had to get creative during negotiations with players, disclosing what it took to sign Jonathan Marchessault in his time in Florida, in relation to how the Devils should be doing their business moving forward 👇🏼
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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Dan Muse couldn’t help but smile and try to stifle a little laugh Monday. The Pittsburgh Penguins coach was asked if he was shocked that a player with winger Justin Brazeau’s size and hands went undrafted.
Boston Hockey Now: Are the Boston Bruins a well where the Devils can fetch their pale of water? Here are some names they could end up moving via NHL trade.
San Jose Hockey Now: He made it. Macklin Celebrini is going to the 2026 Olympics. The San Jose Sharks franchise face has cracked the Team Canada roster.
Here’s Emily Kaplan with some insider info:
Vegas Hockey Now: The Vegas Golden Knights react to what they believe is their worst loss of the season, falling to the Minnesota Wild in manipulative fashion.
Montreal Hockey Now: It was supposed to be Brad Marchand’s night, but a heroic effort by Nick Suzuki propelled the Montreal Canadiens past the defending champions.
