Sheldon Keefe, the head coach of the New Jersey Devils, was fined $25,000 for unprofessional conduct towards officials following his ejection during a game against the Golden Knights. His frustration stemmed from the lack of a penalty call after a serious injury to star center Jack Hughes.

Sheldon Keefe has been fined $25,000 for his conduct towards officials during a game, following Jack Hughes' injury.

Sheldon Keefe, the Devils' coach, faced the Maple Leafs in his first game back in Toronto, hoping to secure a victory. His familiarity with Nylander's capabilities was evident, as he recognized the challenge posed by the talented forward, who ultimately delivered a standout performance.

Sheldon Keefe faced his former team for the first time since being fired last spring, marking a bittersweet return to Scotiabank Arena. Despite a promising start from the Devils, Keefe's team faltered late, allowing the Leafs to secure a comeback victory. His experience with the Leafs organization, where he spent nine seasons, adds a layer of complexity to his current role as head coach of the Devils, especially given the emotional stakes of the matchup.

Sheldon Keefe returned to Scotiabank Arena as the head coach of the New Jersey Devils, reflecting on his time with the Maple Leafs where he achieved a strong regular season record but struggled in the playoffs. He expressed disappointment over not delivering more success in Toronto and acknowledged that the challenges he faced there have made him a better coach. Despite the emotional welcome, his team fell short in a hard-fought game against the Leafs, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the Devils, who have only one regulation win in their last nine games.