Pro Hockey Rumors

Maple Leafs defenseman Brandon Carlo took part in Toronto’s morning skate today as he works his way back from foot surgery, relays David Alter of The Hockey News. The 29-year-old has missed the last six weeks with what was originally termed as a maintenance thing but he wound up having a procedure done earlier this month.  Carlo is in his first full season with Toronto and has … [Read more...] about Carlo Skates Before Practice

The Maple Leafs announced Friday they’ve added Steve Sullivan to the NHL bench as an assistant coach. He was already in the organization as an assistant for the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. Sullivan, 51, fills the vacancy that opened Monday when the Leafs fired Marc Savard. Savard’s role was to manage the team’s power play; Sullivan will likely assume the same duties. It’s a quick … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Promote Steve Sullivan To Assistant Coach

After the Toronto Maple Leafs fired assistant coach Marc Savard on Monday, many began to speculate that head coach Craig Berube may be on the chopping block as well. Speaking with the media yesterday, Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving put those rumors to bed. According to TSN’s Chris Johnston, when asked about Berube’s future in Toronto, Treliving said, “I want to make … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Notes: Berube, Lalonde, Salary

After nearly two months, the Toronto Maple Leafs are returning a solid defenseman to the lineup. The Maple Leafs announced that they’ve activated defenseman Chris Tanev from the long-term injured reserve. It was the second stint on the sidelines for Tanev this season. On October 21st, the 36-year-old blueliner suffered a concussion, but returned relatively soon after on … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Activate Chris Tanev

The struggling Toronto Maple Leafs have finally made a move to shake things up, as Assistant Coach Marc Savard has been relieved of his duties, as per the team. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the team is expected to turn in-house for the time being, with no immediate replacement.  The longtime NHLer, was in his second season behind the bench on Head Coach Craig Berube’s … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Fire Assistant Coach Marc Savard