NJHN Daily: Devils Excuses; Brunette Threats Predators; Board of Governors News

Look, it’s probably true that what New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe says to the media is slightly different than what he says in the room.

There’s little to no reason for him to call out his players at this point in his tenure. It’s good on him to take away the positives from what surely was a dominant effort over a good team to try to curate that into a win on Thursday against the red-hot Los Angeles Kings.

95% of Tuesday’s loss was a good game by the Devils. However, it’s that small 5% which led to the loss that separates them from being a trusted contender. This team still has a lot to prove by way of trust after last season.

In the links, in talking to the media, Keefe excuses the Devils’ loss last night. Perhaps that’s not what he’s telling his players, but that’s what he told us. Plus, why the Devils recalled their rookie goaltender and depth scoring issues.

Elsewhere, ex-Devils coach threatens Nashville, news out of the Board of Governors meetings, and a new outdoor game location revealed.

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils News

New Jersey Hockey Now: After a brutal overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe makes an excuse for leaving a point on the table.

More NJHN: With Jake Allen and Nico Daws both unavailable due to injury, the Devils turn to Isaac Poulter to back up Jacob Markstrom against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Even More: If the Devils want to be Stanley Cup contenders, then they’ll need more production from the bottom six.

NHL.com: The Devils activated forward Nathan Bastian yesterday, and he returned to the lineup. As a result, Nathan Legare was returned to the Utica Comets.

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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now

Sportsnet: Ex-Devils coach threatens Nashville Predators in statement declaring he should bench every player in lieu of struggles.

The Athletic ($): The NHL Board of Governors meetings covered everything from tampering, projected salary cap, CBA negotiations, schedule changes, expansion, and more. Here’s everything you need to know.

Boston Hockey Now: After spending 14 years in the NHL, former Boston Bruins defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk announced his retirement on Tuesday.

Florida Hockey Now: Some cool news dropped on Tuesday when insider Elliotte Friedman explained discussions at the Board of Governors meetings revealed the Florida Panthers are closing in on an outdoor game.

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