The Maple Leafs have interviewed former Blues coach Craig Berube and ex-Kings bench boss Todd McLellan, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman confirmed on Monday’s “32 Thoughts” podcast (audio link). Adding onto heavy speculation in recent days, it appears they’re the favorites to take over as head coach in Toronto after Sheldon Keefe was fired Thursday. Berube was interviewed when … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Have Interviewed Craig Berube, Todd McLellan
Ron Ellis Passes Away At 79
Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Ron Ellis has passed away at the age of 79, the team has shared (Twitter link). Ellis spent the entirety of his 16-year career in the NHL with the Maple Leafs, joining as an undrafted free agent in 1964. He is one of just five players to play 1,000 games with the Leafs and ranks seventh on the club’s all-time scoring list, recently being … [Read more...] about Ron Ellis Passes Away At 79
Tavares Named Captain For Canada At Worlds
After being added to Canada’s roster on Friday, Maple Leafs captain John Tavares has been named as captain for the Canadians at the Worlds, Hockey Canada announced (Twitter link). The 33-year-old saw his output dip this season but he still managed 29 goals and 36 assists for Toronto in 80 games but was limited to just one goal and one assist in their first-round loss to … [Read more...] about Tavares Named Captain For Canada At Worlds
Maple Leafs Notes: Trades, Shanahan, Injuries
While the Maple Leafs’ management didn’t give any updates about their search for a head coach during Friday morning’s end-of-season media availability, there was still a handful of information divulged worth discussing. That includes team president Brendan Shanahan confirming nothing has been ruled out regarding possible trades or other changes to the roster this summer (via … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Notes: Trades, Shanahan, Injuries
Maple Leafs May Be Looking For Two Goalies This Summer
At the moment, the Maple Leafs only have one goaltender with NHL experience signed for next season, Joseph Woll. With that in mind, Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic suggested on his latest podcast (video link) that Toronto is likely to sign a pair of experienced netminders for 2024-25. At first glance, finding a partner for Woll will be the top priority while also … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs May Be Looking For Two Goalies This Summer