"Once new Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka and senior executive advisor of hockey operations Mats Sundin decided to let go of former coach Craig Berube, Bruce Cassidy, the currently available former Stanley Cup winner with the Vegas Golden Knights, was thought to be a frontrunner for the job. Another frequently mentioned contender for the role was former Leafs' assistant coach, Manny Malhotra."
"Friedman suggested that Chayka and the Maple Leafs are likely to reach out to the former Bruins and Golden Knights coach, but doubts that Cassidy will wind up in Toronto. It's thought that Cassidy wants to join a contender, and the Leafs have a lot of work to do this offseason to return to the playoffs. Also, Friedman noted that Chayka and Sundin's new organizational philosophy might lead them to "go fresh, someone new, someone different.""
"Friedman used the word "build" to characterize what he had heard about Chayka and Sundin, and wondered if they would take chances to find a coach to build with. He then listed Malhotra, former Edmonton Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft, and University of Denver coach David Carle as candidates for the Leafs' job."
Craig Berube and Manny Malhotra were initially viewed as leading candidates for the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching vacancy. Leadership changes included the hiring of general manager John Chayka and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin, who moved on from former coach Craig Berube. Reports indicate roadblocks may reduce the likelihood of Berube joining Toronto, including a preference for a contender and the team’s need to improve to return to the playoffs. Chayka and Sundin’s organizational philosophy is described as “go fresh, someone new, someone different,” emphasizing building with a coach. Other potential candidates mentioned include Jay Woodcroft and David Carle, and Malhotra’s path to Toronto is described as difficult.
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