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Former NHL star and 2006 national champion Joe Pavelski has been appointed director of player development for the University of Wisconsin men's hockey program, adding his leadership and international experience to the coaching staff.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have appointed strength coach Andy O’Brien to lead a newly created Sport Performance department, marking the latest move in a sweeping organizational reset under GM John Chayka.
The 2025‑26 season marks a milestone as 21 NHL clubs appoint former AHL head coaches to head‑coaching or senior assistant roles, underscoring the league’s deep talent pipeline.
In a candid interview, former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube unpacks the pressures of a Game 7 loss, the impact of role players, and the team’s strategy as they eye a bounce‑back season.
The league unveils a September 29 start, a tripleheader on ESPN, and a series of marquee games that promise fresh storylines across North America and beyond.
The Kings return to a complete 84‑game schedule for the first time since 1993‑94, featuring four games against each Pacific Division rival, three against Central opponents, and 32 contests versus Eastern Conference teams, highlighted by an opening night clash with the Colorado Avalanche and a busy March stretch.
The Ottawa Senators finished the 2025‑26 campaign with 99 points and a playoff berth, while the Toronto Maple Leafs slipped to 78 points and missed the postseason. Ottawa’s offseason was marked by the trade request of captain Brady Tkachuk, who ultimately moved to Florida, and the subsequent arrival of forwards William Eklund and Andre Burakovsky, as well as goaltender Samuel Ersson, to shore up the roster. The club also retained key veterans such as Claude Giroux, Nick Cousins and Jordan Spence, preserving much of the talent that drove their strong finish. Toronto responded with a sweeping revision of its hockey operations, appointing Jim Hiller as head coach and overhauling the roster through trades that brought in Darren Raddysh, Nick Paul and Emil Andrae, and by selecting Gavin McKenna first overall in the draft. Free‑agent signings added Sergei Bobrovsky, Jack Roslovic, Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger, Brandon Duhaime and Zack MacEwen, while the organization brought in Daniel Alfredsson as an associate coach. Although the Leafs’ activity appears more extensive on paper, the article argues that Ottawa’s deeper core and the strategic additions made during the offseason give them the edge heading into the 2026‑27 season.
From the Canucks' youth development to the Senators' quest for stability, six NHL bench bosses are under intense scrutiny.
Ranking coaches from 26th to 21st reveals a mix of fresh challenges, playoff ambitions and the need to nurture young talent across the league.
The Toronto Marlies have announced a series of promotions and hires that reshape their hockey operations and coaching staff, positioning the club for another deep playoff run.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have overhauled their front office and coaching staff, setting the stage for a 2026‑27 season that hinges on rookie integration, potential trade moves and goaltending stability.
From a mid‑season trade to a Calder Cup victory, Ben Danford's journey highlights the impact of coaching and the promise of a new generation of hockey talent.
Daniel Alfredsson, a 2022 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, has been hired as an associate coach by the Toronto Maple Leafs, bringing his extensive playing career and international coaching experience to the organization.
John Gruden's promotion to assistant coach follows a championship‑winning tenure with the Marlies and a distinguished playing and coaching career.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have appointed Hall of Famer Daniel Alfredsson as associate coach, bringing a legacy of leadership and Swedish connections to a revamped staff.
Daniel Alfredsson, a Hall of Fame player with a contentious history in Toronto, has been appointed associate coach of the Maple Leafs, a decision that surprised many and was met with respect by Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer.
Daniel Alfredsson, John Gruden, Brad Werenka, Michael Andlauer, Mike Van Ryn and Derek Lalonde are set to reshape the Maple Leafs' bench staff, while the Senators' owner reflects on the loss.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced a series of coaching appointments that bring Hall of Famer Daniel Alfredsson and seasoned assistants John Gruden and Brad Werenka into the organization, while parting ways with longtime aides.
Daniel Alfredsson’s move from the Senators to the Leafs promises to reshape the Leafs’ power play and ignite strong reactions among fans of both clubs.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed nine newcomers ahead of the upcoming season, sparking a deep dive into how they will fit around Auston Matthews and what it means for the team's defensive and goaltending plans.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured Emil Andrae on a $1.55 million cap‑hit contract, adding a versatile, right‑handed defenseman to their third‑pairing and signaling continued activity in the free‑agent market.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured restricted free‑agent defenseman Emil Andrae through a two‑year contract, a move aimed at injecting versatility and youth into a blue line crowded with veterans.
The Maple Leafs' offseason acquisitions of Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger and Brandon Duhaime bring proven penalty‑killing talent, prompting coach Jim Hiller to consider reducing Auston Matthews' defensive workload and boosting his offensive output.
Former Tri‑City American goaltender Carey Price was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame this week, a testament to his dominance between the pipes and his lasting impact on the game. His milestone coincides with a series of recent signings and debuts by local talent across multiple sports.