Toronto Maple Leafs overhaul front office and weigh major roster trades
General manager John Chayka announced that assistant general managers Brandon Pridham and Derek Clancey have mutually left the Toronto Maple Leafs organization. Chayka thanked both for their contributions, noting Pridham’s 12‑year tenure overseeing analytics and player‑personnel work that helped the club reach the playoffs for nine straight seasons.
The departures come as the Leafs enter a significant offseason. Management is reportedly exploring a trade of long‑time defenseman Morgan Rielly to the San Jose Sharks, a deal that could free up his $7.5 million cap hit and give Toronto flexibility to improve the roster. Rielly would need to waive his no‑movement clause for such a move.
Separately, analysts have floated a blockbuster scenario in which Toronto might acquire Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson by moving down in the draft after winning the first overall pick. Retaining part of Pettersson’s contract could make the trade more feasible for the Leafs.
These front‑office changes and trade talks signal a broader reshaping of the Maple Leafs as they aim to return to the playoffs next season.