Devils Daily: Chief (Sheldon) Keefe; Bruins, Leon Draisaitl Rumors

The New Jersey Devils’ head coaching search finally comes to an (unofficial) conclusion.

Word is the Devils are expected to announce Sheldon Keefe’s introductory press conference for some time next week.

Some additional content from yesterday via New Jersey Hockey Now, our Nick Natale proposes three Devils trade targets to fill the void on the wing in the top six.

Elsewhere, Leon Draisaitl/Boston rumors, Islanders trade scenarios, and rumors die in Pittsburgh.

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils News

New Jersey Hockey Now: The Devils have a new bench boss. After being let go by the Toronto Maple Leafs just 14 days ago, Sheldon Keefe is the new head coach in New Jersey.

More NJHN: If Martin Necas isn’t an option, the Devils need to fill the top six spot left by Tyler Toffoli. Here are three Devils trade targets that would be top-six fits.

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2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Florida Hockey Now: In Game One of the Eastern Conference Final, the Florida Panthers shut out the New York Rangers to take a 1-0 series lead.

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Sportsnet: If you’re a fan in New Jersey and looking for a reason to watch the Eastern Conference Final, word is Adam Henrique will return for the Edmonton Oilers against the Dallas Stars.

The Athletic ($): Vancouver Canuck head coach Rick Tocchet wins the Jack Adams Award.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Now that Keefe has been hired in New Jersey, the rumors that he’d be behind the Pittsburgh Penguins bench via the Kyle Dubas connection come to an end.

Boston Hockey Now: Is there more than smoke to the rumors that the Boston Bruins could either acquire or eventually sign Edmonton Oilers superstar center Leon Draisaitl?

San Jose Hockey Now: Often overlooked, defense prospect Luca Cagnoni signs an entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks and shares how he knows future Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini.

Colorado Hockey Now: Now that the Colorado Avalanche’s season is over, what should they do with Sean Walker, whom they acquired at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline and is a pending unrestricted free agent?

NYI Hockey Now: If the New York Islanders are going to make changes, they’re going to need to alleviate some cap space. Should they trade J.G. Pageau or Brock Nelson?

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