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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'...
John Gruden on Mats Sundin joining the Leafs’ front office: “His name speaks for...
Head coach John Gruden discusses the Toronto Marlies taking a 2-1 series lead against the Laval Rocket with a 6-2 victory in Game 3. On...
John Gruden on Easton Cowan’s end-to-end goal in Game 2 vs. Laval: “A dynamic...
Head coach John Gruden discusses the Toronto Marlies' 6-2 Game 2 victory over the Laval Rocket, tying the series at 1-1. On Easton Cowan's highlight-reel...
Latest from Friedman: Maple Leafs tried to speak to Julien BriseBois; Sundin-Chayka hires still...
On the latest 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman provided some updates on the Leafs' executive search, which appears to be nearing its end with Sundin-Chayka...
Latest from Friedman: If Sundin agrees to Leafs job, Chayka-Sundin will lead the new...
There was a very brief update from Elliotte Friedman about the Leafs’ executive search on his Oilers NOW segment on Tuesday night, but it...
John Gruden on Easton Cowan’s potential impact in Round 2 for the Marlies: “I...
Ahead of Wednesday's Game 1 against the Laval Rocket, Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed Easton Cowan's desire to make a bigger impact in...
Troy Stecher on the perks of being a Maple Leaf: “I’ve played for multiple...
Maple Leafs defenseman Troy Stecher joined Overdrive to discuss the team's disappointing season, the ups and downs of his individual season, the treatment of...
John Gruden on the Marlies leaning on both goalies in their series win over...
Head coach John Gruden discusses the Toronto Marlies' play-in series victory over Rochester. On the team's series-winning performance: I thought we set the tone early. We were...
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John Gruden on the challenge for Ben Danford acclimating to pro...
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,...
