Leafs SNAG Judd Brackett as Assistant GM, What's going on with head coach search?

About this episode

The episode discusses the Toronto Maple Leafs' new front office hires and the ongoing head coach search amidst other hockey-related topics.

The Toronto Maple Leafs make new additions to the front office with Judd Brackett named an Assistant GM and Freddie Hamilton as Chief of Staff. Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti break down what these hires mean for the franchise’s future. They move on to the sudden withdrawal of head coaching candidates Jay Woodcroft and David Carle—leaving the Leafs’ bench boss search wide open. Mike and Dave also give their thoughts on the Toronto Marlies’ strong start to the East Final in the Calder Cup Playoffs, Team Canada’s shocking finish at the World Championships, and Max Domi’s concerning post-surgery complications

People in this episode

Hosts: Mike DiStefano, Dave Morassutti

Topics covered

• Toronto Maple Leafs
• hockey management
• head coach search
• Calder Cup Playoffs
• Team Canada
• Max Domi

Keywords

• Judd Brackett
• Freddie Hamilton
• head coach search
• Calder Cup Playoffs
• Max Domi
• Toronto Maple Leafs
• Jay Woodcroft
• David Carle

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Marlies, Team Canada

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