Let's be honest — it's never a dull moment in Leafland!

Craig Berube is now out as head coach, the front office is in full search mode, and oh yeah — the 2025 NHL Entry Draft is just around the corner. So we did what any self-respecting Leafs fan would do: we called in an expert. Pro hockey scout and prospect guru Sam Tirpák of Pro Hockey Group to join us to for The Third Period to make sense of it all.

We kick off the show though with some love for the Marlies who have done what the big club couldn't and are continuing their thrilling playoff run. Then we get into real talk on why Berube's time in Toronto came to an end, what it reveals about where the Leafs are headed, and — most importantly — who should be behind the bench next season. Is there an internal candidate like Steve Sullivan who's been hiding in plain sight? What kind of coach does this team actually need right now? Spoiler: one who knows how to develop young players and can get the most out of the team's stars!

Then we nerd out on the 2025 NHL Draft, and honestly, this class is exciting! Sam Tirpák walks us through the prospects that have piqued his interest most, including:

We also talk about what Toronto actually needs in this draft — hint: a dynamic left winger could change everything for their offensive core — and why keeping an eye on the World Championship and NHL Combine right now is so important heading into draft day.

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https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/toronto-maple-leafs-head-coach-candidates-hire-malhotra-cassidy-laviolette-donskov-carle-sullivan

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