The Maple Leafs’ New Philosophy Is Actually Pretty Simple
The Maple Leafs may finally be replacing “great players, figure it out” with something smarter: defined roles, shared responsibility and real teamwork.
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Who Really Runs the Maple Leafs Right Now?
Who actually runs the Maple Leafs right now—GM or coach? The answer may not be as clear as it looks. We just don't know yet.
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Back to the Future Maple Leafs: Same Ideas, New Timeline?
Maple Leafs shift feels familiar yet new—same ideas, new faces. Is this real change or just “back to the future” again?
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