Leafs' GM Search: Hayley Wickenheiser in Spotlight

Leafs' GM Search: Hayley Wickenheiser in Spotlight

1:00 Apr 4, 2026
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Toronto Maple Leafs GM Search Heats Up: Hayley Wickenheiser Emerges as Strong Internal Candidate The Toronto Maple Leafs have initiated a high-stakes search for a new general manager following Brad Trelivings dismissal, after a decade-long playoff streak ended. The teams loss to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night sealed their fate. With the Leafs prestigious status, numerous candidates are vying for the position, both internally and externally. Hayley Wickenheiser, an assistant GM since 2022 and a gold medalist with Team Canada, is a standout internal candidate. She has the support of team president Keith Pelley, who has already involved her in early search discussions for a more prominent role. As the hunt for a new GM intensifies, Wickenheiser is poised to rise in the front office race. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99b41431e3499ea6
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