Sheldon Keefe's job security

An opinion piece argues for a short leash on head coach Sheldon Keefe if the Devils struggle early in 2026-27, comparing to St. Louis 2019. This adds a coaching pressure angle to the roster crunch context. A new NHL off-season ranking (No. 19) warns of sweeping changes if the team fails again, reinforcing the pressure on Keefe. No official word from management, but the topic is gaining traction among fans and media.