New Jersey Devils Fire Head Coach Lindy Ruff, Appoint Travis Green as Interim

The team cites underperformance and foundational issues as key reasons for the coaching change amid a challenging season.

The New Jersey Devils have fired head coach Lindy Ruff and named Travis Green as interim head coach.
Devils president Tom Fitzgerald cited underperformance and a departure from foundational play as reasons for the coaching change.
The team faces challenges including injuries to key players and the league's second-worst save percentage.
Players credit Ruff with significant contributions to their development and the team's recent successes.
The Devils are currently in 11th place in the Eastern Conference, with playoff odds at 15 percent.