Devils Daily: Keefe Shortcomings Overlooked? Islanders Trade Scenario

The New Jersey Devils’ introduction of Sheldon Keefe as their new head coach was met with overwhelming optimism.

However, his one major shortcoming couldn’t be overlooked. In addressing said shortcoming, Keefe explained why he “couldn’t pass up” the Devils job. Plus, a 2024 Devils mock draft. More on both in the links.

Elsewhere, a New York Islanders trade that would finally give them a complete first-line, weighing a Travis Konecny extension, and what if Jack Eichel was traded to Calgary instead?

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils News

New Jersey Hockey Now: Sheldon Keefe nearly took time off from the NHL. However, when the Devils came calling, he explained it was a job he “couldn’t pass up.”

More NJHN: Speaking of Keefe, while evaluating who was going to be the next head coach in New Jersey, GM Tom Fitzgerald explained the former Toronto bench bosses one major shortcoming was a non-factor.

Even More: What is the Devils draft board going to look like once New Jersey is through with their six selections at the 2024 NHL Draft? NJHN’s Nick Natale put together an intriguing mock draft.

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Florida Hockey Now: Chris Kreider stole Matthew Tkachuk‘s mouthguard in a scrum between the whistles. The two mixed it up on the mic following the scuttle.

Sportsnet: The Edmonton Oilers executed an impressive come-from-behind victory over the Dallas Stars on Wednesday, tying the series at two games apiece.

NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now

Boston Hockey Now: According to a report, Matthews Arena, which served as the Boston Bruins’ original home rink when it was called Boston Arena, will close after the upcoming Northeastern University winter sports season.

Colorado Hockey Now: The Colorado Avalanche have a couple of key pending free agents and according to some new contract projections, a difficult summer is seemingly ahead.

NYI Hockey Now: Is Martin Necas a fit on Long Island via a New York Islanders trade?

Philly Hockey Now: Contract projections predict Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny will see a big pay raise this summer. However, paying Konecney too much imposes serious risk.

Detroit Hockey Now: The Detroit Red Wings traded Filip Hronek because they saw his ability to play his way to a big payday, and now it’s a reality for the Vancouver Canucks.

Nashville Hockey Now: This one took the NHL world by a bit of a surprise. Legendary goaltending guru, Mitch Korn, leaves the Islanders to return to the Nashville Predators.

Buffalo Hockey Now: In an alternate reality, what if Jack Eichel was traded to the Calgary Flames instead of the Vegas Golden Knights?

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