Sheldon Keefe Draws Interest from Devils After Maple Leafs Firing

Keefe, who the Maple Leafs extended for two more years back in August, is the second consecutive coach fired by the organization with multiple years left on their contract following Mike Babcock’s mid-contract dismissal.

In a video message posted on social media, Keefe thanked Maple Leafs fans. He mentioned his plans to spend time with his family before determining his next steps. “I don’t know what comes next, but I know I’ll be ready for it,” he stated. “In the meantime, I’ll enjoy giving my family the time they deserve.”

Fans Might Have Pegged Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment Incorrectly

Many fans believe that Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, the corporation that owns the Maple Leafs, cares little if the Maple Leafs win or lose. The belief is they are a business that will rake in millions of dollars of profits regardless.

However, I want to remind them that the Maple Leafs are paying Sheldon Keefe at least $2 million yearly for the next two years, not to coach. Before that, they paid Mike Babcock $5 million a year not to coach. Does that sound like something a team that doesn’t care about success would do?

On that note, doesn’t Keefe look heartbroken over the fact he was fired in his goodbye video?

If it were me, I would be crying all the way to the bank and trying to figure out what I would do with my new spare time and millions of dollars in my pocket. On top of that, Keefe has to be confident that when he is ready to return to work, there will be numerous teams vying for his services. 

Could it be with the Devils? We might soon see.