The Toronto Maple Leafs are adjusting to life without Brendan Shanahan, who departed after 14 seasons as the team’s president. Although Shanahan remains an advisor to the team, his departure has left a void that will be filled by Keith Pelley, the company’s president.
Keith Pelley’s Role
- Pelley will act as a sounding board for Leafs general manager Brad Treliving and head coach Craig Berube.
- This move indicates Pelley’s commitment to supporting the team’s leadership in their decision-making process.
Uncertainty Surrounding the Raptors
The uncertainty surrounding Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri is also a topic of discussion. Sources indicate that Ujiri has one year left on his current contract. The Raptors have yet to announce whether they will extend Ujiri’s deal beyond this season or let him go when it expires next spring.
- Ujiri has expressed his desire to remain with the Raptors through their rebuilding process and ultimately win another NBA championship.
- His commitment to the team is evident in his public statements about wanting to see out this period of transition before achieving long-term success.
Future Outlook
The future of both teams remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: change is on the horizon for both franchises.
Kyle Dubas Joins Tampa Bay Lightning
In other news, former NHL player and current Maple Leafs assistant general manager Kyle Dubas was hired by the Tampa Bay Lightning as an assistant general manager last week.
- Dubas was instrumental in helping build two Stanley Cup-winning teams during his time with Toronto.
- He now looks forward to bringing those skills back East with him at Tampa Bay.
Dubas’ hiring comes at a time when many NHL teams are looking for ways to improve their front office operations. With an increasing emphasis on analytics and data-driven decision-making, having someone like Dubas on board can be a major asset for any organization.
Conclusion
As for what lies ahead for both teams in terms of leadership changes or potential roster moves, it remains unclear at this point. However, it will certainly be interesting to see how things play out over the course of the next few months.
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