Pressure mounts on Devils coach Sheldon Keefe ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
As the New Jersey Devils prepare for the upcoming NHL season, head coach Sheldon Keefe faces increasing scrutiny. Entering his third season, Keefe is under pressure to deliver results after significant roster changes, including the addition of five new forwards. Expectations are high, and early struggles could lead to calls for his dismissal. Devils' new general manager Sunny Mehta is expected to evaluate Keefe's performance closely. The team hopes to return to playoff contention, placing further emphasis on Keefe's leadership as they begin training camp.
- •Keefe entering his third year as Devils' head coach.
- •Five new forwards expected on the opening-night roster.
- •Early season struggles could intensify pressure on Keefe.
- •Sunny Mehta's expectations for playoff contention.
- •Devils commence training camp amid heightened scrutiny.
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"The public perception is that he will be the first to go if the Devils struggle, whether that’s a fair assessment or not.
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