In a major shake-up for the New Jersey Devils, the team has announced the addition of two key personnel from the collegiate hockey scene. Kelly Nash, the head coach of the Long Island University women's hockey team, and Dennis Ruppe, manager of Hockey Operations for Hockey in New Jersey, are joining the Devils' organization as part of a new program aimed at developing the next generation of hockey talent. The exact details of their roles within the team are still unclear, but their hiring suggests a renewed focus on scouting and grooming young players for the NHL. As the Devils continue to rebuild and compete for a playoff spot in the highly competitive Eastern Conference, the addition of experienced coaches and hockey minds could prove to be a crucial factor in their success.

Kelly Nash, head coach for Long Island University women’s hockey and Dennis Ruppe, manager of Hockey Operations for Hockey in New Jersey join devils as part of program ...