May 22, 2024

Welcome Coach Berube! The Ladies Give Their FANalysis of the New Hire and Explore What's Next for the Maple Leafs

48 minutes

The Leafs have a new head coach and we’re going to give our thoughts on the hiring of Craig Berube and what’s next on the to-do list for GM Brad Treliving!

We start off this episode, looking at Craig Berube, the former player, and coach, as well as the potential changes that may come under his leadership. To that end we explore a couple of trade possibilities involving players that may no longer fit the new mold like Timothy Liljegren, Nick Robertson and possibly also Mitch Marner.

For the Third Period we revisit an interview with Damien Cox, who emphasizes the difference between fan expectations and the business side of success. We also touch on the impact of new CEO Keith Pelley and his focus on stability and unity within MLSE. Overall, our conversation highlights the need for the Leafs to make strategic moves to improve the team, laying the ground work to finally get the Buds over the hump en route to the ultimate goal of winning the Stanley Cup.

The wheels are already in motion, with likely much more to come and we'll be keeping you posted all summer long. Be sure to follow and subscribe so that you don't miss an episode! We'll be back to our regular schedule with our next show on June 5th. 'Till then Go Leafs Go!

Takeaways

The hiring of Craig Berube as the new head coach brings a different coaching style and emphasis on accountability and defensive responsibility.

Trade possibilities involving players like Mitch Marner, Timothy Liljegren, and Nick Robertson are being explored to address team needs and improve the roster.

New CEO Keith Pelley aims to bring stability and unity to MLSE and may have a significant impact on the business side of the organization.

The difference between fan expectations and the business side of success is an important consideration in evaluating the team's performance.

Strategic moves and a focus on team improvement are necessary for the Leafs to achieve their goals and win.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Business Update

08:19 The Hiring of Craig Berube and Potential Changes

32:19 The Difference Between Fan Expectations and Business Success

45:11 Strategic Moves and Team Improvement

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CBC Here and Now Toronto Interview: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-82-here-and-now-toronto/clip/16065913-what-two-toronto-maple-leafs-podcasters-saying-future

https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/why-the-maple-leafs-hired-new-coach-craig-berube/

https://thehockeynews.com/news/what-could-happen-with-the-toronto-maple-leafs-as-the-craig-berube-era-begins

https://torontosun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/berube-past-cup-success-wont-necessarily-result-in-title

https://www.thescore.com/nhl/news/2914058

https://www.nhl.com/news/john-tavares-says-new-coach-craig-berube-will-help-toronto-maple-leafs

https://nhlrumors.com/nhl-rumors-four-hypothetical-mitch-marner-trades-and-the-golden-knights-cap-crunch/2024/05/16/

https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/scouts-analysis-an-off-season-blueprint-for-maple-leafs-to-consider/

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By Christine Dimoff and Sylvia Hargittay

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