Lindy Ruff's time in Newark is over.
The New Jersey Devils announced on Monday afternoon that they fired Ruff after nearly four seasons. The veteran coach, 64, has almost 19 seasons of experience as a head coach in the NHL. He spent 15 seasons with the Buffalo Sabres and four with the Dallas Stars. His 864 wins ranks fourth in league history.
Associate head coach Travis Green will take over for Ruff on an interim basis for the remainder of the season, the team announced.
Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald thanked Ruff in a press release, but also gave his reasons for the move.