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Devils Coaching: Keefe's Seat Red Hot?
9 Sep
Summary
- New GM Sunny Mehta keeps Sheldon Keefe as head coach.
- Devils aim to avoid past pitfalls of strong starts.
- Player development and divisional success are key.
New General Manager Sunny Mehta has opted to keep Sheldon Keefe as the head coach of the New Jersey Devils, initiating a significant overhaul of the coaching staff. This decision comes with the understanding that the team must break its cycle of strong initial performances followed by prolonged periods of mediocre play.
The upcoming season presents several critical questions for the Devils. A major focus will be the development of defenseman Luke Hughes, whose progression is crucial for the team's blueline. Additionally, the Devils must improve their performance within the Metropolitan Division, where they struggled significantly last season.
Another significant challenge is the team's persistent inability to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes, a recurring obstacle in potential playoff matchups. The Devils also face questions regarding player health, particularly for star Jack Hughes, and the forwards' ability to convert scoring chances into goals.
The team's goaltending situation, now featuring Jake Allen and Nico Daws, is another area of focus, with the hope of achieving at least league-average performance. The Devils also possess cap space and draft capital, enabling potential aggressive moves to acquire top talent if opportunities arise.
