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John Chayka on the challenges of managing in Toronto: “I don’t think the league is going to do us any favours writ large… We’re going to focus on what we can control” 
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka joined Elliotte Friedman to discuss the tampering accusations on day one of the job, his reception and reputation around the league, the challenge facing him in Toronto, his belief in Auston Matthews and William Nylander, and the areas in need of change on the roster.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / May 4
John Chayka on whether the Leafs are still building around Matthews & Nylander going forward: “That’s a fair assessment… We are talking about world-class players”
On their first day as the new leaders in hockey operations for the Maple Leafs, John Chayka and Mats Sundin joined Real Kyper & Bourne to discuss their process of assessing the organization, charting a path forward, the culture they’re seeking to build, and whether Auston Matthews and William Nylander are “untouchables.” How did the […]
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 4
Old-School Meets Analytics: The Maple Leafs’ New Gamble
On paper, this looks like an odd couple—no question about it. You’ve got Mats Sundin, a Hall of Fame player, long-time captain, and one of the most respected figures the Maple Leafs have ever had, stepping into a front-office role with zero real executive experience.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / EasySportz / May 4
The Toronto Maple Leafs are Total Morons
The Toronto Maple Leafs never miss an opportunity to make things harder on themselves. That’s part of their identity at this point—talent on the ice, chaos everywhere else.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
NHL News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / May 4
John Chayka on the questions about his reputation around the NHL: “I have a lot of really great relationships around the league… I was able to do a lot of transactions (in Arizona)”
After his introductory press conference as the 19th GM in Maple Leafs history, John Chayka discussed the media pressure in Toronto, his reputation around the league, the challenge of retooling the roster, and his relationship with Mats Sundin.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
Why Keith Pelley thinks John Chayka is the right GM for Maple Leafs
John Chayka could go down as one of the most polarizing hires in Toronto Maple Leafs history, and he has been on the job for less than 24 hours. Maple Leafs fans were looking for a home run hire from Keith Pelley to bring Toronto back from the depths after a massively disappointing season.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / May 4
5 takeaways from Mats Sundin and John Chayka’s introductory press conference
TORONTO — Mats Sundin and John Chayka were formally introduced as the new Toronto Maple Leafs’ leadership group on Monday, during a press conference at Real Sports.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 4
Leafs’ Chayka on Matthews: ‘It’s our job to sell him’ on team’s long-term plan
TORONTO – Among the many questions surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs amidst a change in management, one of the biggest pertains to captain Auston Matthews.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 4
One Shining Light for the Maple Leafs in 2025–26
The 2025-26 season was a rough one for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Not just disappointing. Rough. The kind of season where you keep looking for something to hold onto and come up a little short most nights.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
Steve Simmons takes ‘con artist’ shot at Maple Leafs’ John Chayka during introductory press conference
The press conference to introduce new Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka was not as harmonious and optimistic as you might think. Part of
Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / May 4
Chayka Said the Right Things—But Left One Big Question Hanging
So one big question that emerged from the Toronto Maple Leafs press conference today was how the new general manager would sell a two-year-away Auston Matthews on a winning future in Toronto.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
A New Maple Leafs Era Begins With the Same Pressure
After what seemed like a week of waiting, the Toronto Maple Leafs held the press conferences to introduce their new front-office hires. In short, it was a press conference where you could feel and hear the organization trying to turn the page right in front of you.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
Keith Pelley firmly denies Tie Domi’s involvement in Maple Leafs’ front office search
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ general manager search played out like something from a soap opera. It started with Keith Pelley’s press conference, which discussed making a data-centric hire to run hockey operations, leading to names like Mike Gillis being mentioned as potential hires.
Craig Berube News / Daily Faceoff / May 4
Leafs’ Chayka open to keeping Berube as head coach
TORONTO – If you were expecting clarity on Craig Berube’s head coaching status with the Toronto Maple Leafs at the introductory press conference for John Chayka and Mats Sundin, you’ll have to wait a little bit longer.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 4
John Chayka says Maple Leafs will need a high hit rate to contend for Stanley Cup
Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka feels that the team will need to have a high hit rate if they wish to return to Stanley Cup contention as soon as next season.
Craig Berube News / TheLeafsnation / May 4
John Chayka says he’s ‘open’ to retaining Craig Berube as head coach, will meet with him later this week
New Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka will be meeting with head coach Craig Berube later this week to evaluate the position and get the bench boss’ perspective on why things went wrong this season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marlies, Sundin, Chayka & Pelley’s Edge
The Toronto Maple Leafs are engaged in a front-office rethink led by Keith Pelley, president of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. Already, we can see how he’s stepping out of the business world and into the emotional chaos of running a hockey team in Toronto.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Matthews & Nylander reportedly ask for major changes this offseason
The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a very interesting last few months. Since the end of the Olympic break, the team has been planning for a retool, and it all came to fruition when the organization announced the firing of general manager Brad Treliving.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 4
Auditing John Chayka: What his Arizona Coyotes trades can tell us about the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs
With major changes looming this offseason in Toronto, the Toronto Maple Leafs have hired former Arizona Coyotes GM John Chayka as General Manager. Leafs legend Mats Sundin has also been named Senior Executive Advisor, Hockey Operations.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 4
Marlies’ William Villeneuve praises Artur Akhtyamov after Game 3 win: ‘He always looks in control’
The Toronto Marlies have pushed the Laval Rocket to the brink of elimination. On Sunday, the Marlies defeated the Rocket 6-2, giving themselves a 2-1 advantage in the best-of-5 North Division semifinals.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Offseason Checklist: Toronto Maple Leafs
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at the Maple Leafs.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 3
Maple Leafs name John Chayka as GM, Mats Sundin as senior advisor
The Toronto Maple Leafs finally ended the uncertainty surrounding their front office for next season. The Canadian franchise announced the hiring of its new general manager and a new advisor.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 3
Fixing the future: Who can the Toronto Maple Leafs pick save the franchise at the 2026 NHL Draft
With the draft lottery nearly upon us, the Toronto Maple Leafs first-round pick hangs in the balance. If the lottery keeps them in the top five, they keep the pick.
Craig Berube News / Yardbarker / May 1
Analyst: Craig Berube 'should be back' as Maple Leafs head coach
The management structure for the Toronto Maple Leafs next season is not yet clear.
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