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Former Leafs GM Brad Treliving on Morgan Rielly’s future: “Who knows what the future...
Now serving as the General Manager for Team Canada at the World Championships, Brad Treliving joined TSN Overdrive to discuss John Tavares shifting to...
John Gruden on Ben Danford’s two playoff appearances for the Marlies: “He is not...
After Tuesday's practice, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed splitting the two road games in Cleveland, areas for improvement for Game 3, Ben...
John Gruden on another comeback win for the Marlies in Game 1 vs. Cleveland:...
Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discusses his team's 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Monsters in Game 1 of the North Division final. On the...
Craig Berube OUT, Coaching Candidates, and Matthews’ Future – MLHS Podcast Ep. 120
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the dismissal of Craig Berube, the field of candidates to replace him, and...
John Chayka on whether Auston Matthews’ future impacted the decision to fire Craig Berube:...
After the decision to relieve Craig Berube of his head-coaching duties, GM John Chayka discussed the process behind the decision, the start of his...
John Gruden, after the Berube firing, on whether he feels prepared for an NHL...
After Wednesday's practice, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed Craig Berube's dismissal, his interest in the Leafs' job, and the challenge in the...
John Gruden on Artur Akhtyamov’s rising profile in the Leafs organization: “I’ve said this...
After Tuesday's practice, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed goaltender Artur Akhtyamov's strong playoff campaign, his comfort in rotating goalies, William Villeneuve's productive...
John Gruden on the challenge for Ben Danford acclimating to pro playoff hockey with...
After Monday's practice, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed Ben Danford joining the Marlies' playoff run, Danford's acclimation process to pro playoff hockey,...
John Gruden on the Marlies advancing to the third round after a third-period comeback...
Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discusses his team's series-clinching 3-2 victory over the Laval Rocket in Game 5. On his team coming from behind...
Chayka-Sundin era starts with a draft lottery miracle – MLHS Podcast Ep. 119
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne, Anthony Petrielli, and (for the first half) Alec Brownscombe discuss the Maple Leafs' lottery windfall, what it...
John Chayka on the resources available to him as Leafs GM: “The directive from...
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka joined TSN Overdrive to discuss the draft lottery win, the process of deciding on a first-overall selection, the report...
John Chayka on the Maple Leafs winning the first-overall pick: “Just elated… A meaningful...
After a franchise-altering draft lottery win, John Chayka and Mats Sundin discussed the meaning of drafting first overall, prospects Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg,...
Maple Leafs’ Draft Lottery Odds: The fate of the first-round pick hangs in the...
It’s been 10 years since the draft lottery has been relevant in Toronto, and the organization was certainly in a much different place then...
John Chayka on the challenges of managing in Toronto: “I don’t think the league...
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka joined Elliotte Friedman to discuss the tampering accusations on day one of the job, his reception and reputation around...
John Chayka on whether the Leafs are still building around Matthews & Nylander going...
On their first day as the new leaders in hockey operations for the Maple Leafs, John Chayka and Mats Sundin joined Real Kyper &...
John Chayka on the questions about his reputation around the NHL: “I have a...
After his introductory press conference as the 19th GM in Maple Leafs history, John Chayka discussed the media pressure in Toronto, his reputation around...
Mats Sundin on the backlash surrounding John Chayka as the Leafs’ new GM: “I’ve...
After his introductory press conference as the Maple Leafs' new Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations, Mats Sundin discussed his decision to transition into...
John Chayka on the importance of selling Auston Matthews on a winning vision in...
The newest General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, John Chayka, discussed his childhood connection to the franchise, the interview process, his controversial exit...
Keith Pelley on the rumours surrounding Tie Domi’s involvement in Chayka’s hiring as Leafs...
MLSE President and CEO Keith Pelley discussed the hiring of Mats Sundin and John Chayka into senior management positions with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Opening...
Mats Sundin on working with John Chayka in Leafs management: “We have the same...
The Maple Leafs' new Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations, Mats Sundin, discussed his decision to move back to Toronto to join the Leafs'...
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Former Leafs GM Brad Treliving on Morgan Rielly’s future: “Who knows...
Now serving as the General Manager for Team Canada at the World Championships, Brad Treliving joined TSN Overdrive to discuss John Tavares shifting to...
