"Kampf couldn't secure a fourth-line centre role with the Maple Leafs coming out of training camp, and was clearly outplayed by several forwards. The 30-year-old spent the past four seasons with the Maple Leafs, but his role ultimately became redundant, and his lack of offensive impact was a clear factor in the organization's decision to phase him out of the lineup."
""Dave was a great teammate," Maple Leafs forward John Tavares said, following Saturday's morning skate. "Great guy, really enjoyed playing with him. A lot of great memories over the years. Extremely hard working, extremely competitive person. Obviously, things unfortunately didn't work out here. A lot of good times here together. A lot of good memories. Played some really good hockey for us. I'm excited for him to go to the Olympics as well. I know it's a big honour for him, and he was really hoping to do that.""
David Kampf failed to secure a fourth-line centre role with the Maple Leafs after training camp and was outplayed by several forwards. He spent the past four seasons with the Maple Leafs, but his role became redundant and a lack of offensive impact contributed to the organization's decision to phase him out of the lineup. Kampf departed in a difficult scenario but retained many well-wishers within the organization. Teammates praised his work ethic, competitiveness and memories together. He earned an Olympic opportunity and appears intent on proving the Maple Leafs wrong while receiving ample opportunity against top opposition.
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