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Toronto Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
How can GM Brad Treliving make Maple Leafs' DNA change happen?
Stanley Cup win by the Florida Panthers gave Toronto GM further incentive to get it right in the off-season. Get the latest from Terry Koshan straight to your inbox Florida Panthers centre Brad Marchand skates with the Stanley Cup after defeating the Edmonton Oilers. AP Photo Take your pick, Brad Treliving. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The possibilities for DNA change in the Maple Leafs are bound to be sitting right in front of you. Sam Bennett. Brad Marchand. Corey Perry. All of them are slated to become unrestricted free agents on July 1. If only it was going to be that easy for Treliving, heading into his third season as Leafs general manager, once free agency opens in the National Hockey League on Canada Day. Thursday marks three weeks since Treliving, in his post-playoffs media availability some 11 days after the Leafs were eliminated by the Florida Panthers, said that 'there's some DNA that has to change in our team.' That was evident after the Leafs were atrocious in Games 5 and 7 against the Panthers. There was further clarity as the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs progressed into the respective conference finals and the Cup final without, as usual, the Leafs' participation. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The challenges for Treliving in retooling the Leafs aren't limited. To begin with, if you're Bennett or Marchand, we can't see a reason why either would want to leave Florida. Panthers GM Bill Zito said after Florida beat the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the Cup final on Tuesday that he thinks he can re-sign Bennett, Marchand and defenceman Aaron Ekblad, never mind that Florida has just $19-million US in salary cap space and have other players to consider as well. With the way that each performed in the post-season — Bennett won the Conn Smythe Trophy after scoring 15 goals in 23 games, narrowly beating Marchand, who had 20 points in 23 games, in the voting done by a panel of Professional Hockey Writers Association members — Bennett and Marchand should have numerous interested teams lined up on the open market. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bennett's previous cap hit was $4.425 million. If the 28-year-old forward doesn't at least double that on his next contract, it would be surprising. Marchand, of course, at 37 is little more long in the tooth. Still, after what he just accomplished, why would he take anything less than the $6.125-million cap hit he had on an eight-year pact, that he just earned? And then there is Perry, who, at the age of 40, scored three goals in the Cup final, though all were scored in Oilers losses. He made $1.15 million this past season. It's obvious Perry still can be a factor, but no matter who signs him, anything long-term should be out of the question. With the expectation everywhere that Mitch Marner's time with the Leafs is done, Treliving will have just under $26 million in the bank to use at his discretion to re-model the Leafs roster. Chunks of that sum are earmarked for restricted free agent Matthew Knies and, presumably, John Tavares. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Any one of Bennett, Marchand or Perry would help the Leafs, to varying degrees, in the alteration that Treliving desires. But would that be enough for the Leafs to finally shed the annual playoff frustrations and have actual success in the post-season? The challenges for Treliving and coach Craig Berube include getting players such as captain Auston Matthews and William Nylander to a point where there are changes in the way they go about their post-season business. There was more grit in the way the Leafs played in Berube's first regular season behind the bench in Toronto, but the stars, Marner included, couldn't make an emotional difference against the Panthers in the second round. Ditto for Tavares. It's not just at the top where a change in the Leafs' approach has to happen. The Panthers depth players, specifically the third line of Anton Lundell between Eetu Luostarinen and Marchand, were tone-setters in the march to a second Cup win in as many years. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Leafs don't have much comparable in their bottom six, not that many teams in the NHL do. What players such as Max Domi, Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann bring is OK, but they're a notch below what Panthers coach Paul Maurice had at his disposal. And, if you're going to follow the Panthers model, there's going to have to be change in how the Leafs work on the forecheck, isn't there? The Panthers' diligence and tenacity was crucial throughout the playoffs. It's not that the Leafs don't have a good forechecking system — under Berube, they do — but finding ways to make it more impactful have to be among the off-season goals. The clock started ticking on the Leafs and their off-season goals late on the night of May 18, when the Panthers squashed them in Game 7 at Scotiabank Arena. Adding some of the Panthers' DNA, or something similar, would add up to a good summer of work Treliving. A stiff test awaits. We'll have a firm idea in a few weeks whether Treliving was able to attain a good grade. tkoshan@ X: @koshtorontosun NHL Toronto & GTA Canada Soccer Columnists
Edmonton Journal
4 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
How can GM Brad Treliving make Maple Leafs' DNA change happen?
Article content It's not just at the top where a change in the Leafs' approach has to happen. The Panthers depth players, specifically the third line of Anton Lundell between Eetu Luostarinen and Marchand, were tone-setters in the march to a second Cup win in as many years. The Leafs don't have much comparable in their bottom six, not that many teams in the NHL do. What players such as Max Domi, Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann bring is OK, but they're a notch below what Panthers coach Paul Maurice had at his disposal. And, if you're going to follow the Panthers model, there's going to have to be change in how the Leafs work on the forecheck, isn't there? The Panthers' diligence and tenacity was crucial throughout the playoffs. It's not that the Leafs don't have a good forechecking system — under Berube, they do — but finding ways to make it more impactful have to be among the off-season goals. The clock started ticking on the Leafs and their off-season goals late on the night of May 18, when the Panthers squashed them in Game 7 at Scotiabank Arena. Adding some of the Panthers' DNA, or something similar, would add up to a good summer of work Treliving. A stiff test awaits. We'll have a firm idea in a few weeks whether Treliving was able to attain a good grade.
Edmonton Journal
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Mitch Marner must go, John Tavares can stay, reader poll results say
Article content Goodbye, Mitch Marner. You can stay, John Tavares, but only under certain conditions. Article content And Morgan Rielly, if you wouldn't mind considering waiving your no-move clause in the event that Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving asks you to do so. The results of our off-season Leafs poll are in. In having your say following another disappointing end to a Leafs season — this time against the Florida Panthers in Game 7 of the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs — you think the Leafs and Marner should go their separate ways, Tavares should be retained on a team-friendly contract and Rielly should think about forgoing the final five years on his contract. Article content Article content Treliving recently said that there's some DNA that has to change in the Leafs. Are you confident that can happen with captain Auston Matthews, under contract for three more years, and William Nylander, under contract for seven years, on the roster? Yes. Another year under Craig Berube will only help. (66.13%, 373 votes) No. They're part of the issue in the bigger picture. (33.87%, 191 votes) What best describes your feelings about Mitch Marner's future? A breakup is required. He should not be retained. (64.48%, 374 votes) Try to keep him. The core is on the cusp of breaking through. (35.52%, 206 votes) What do you think about the future of John Tavares? Re-sign him, but only for a hometown discount and no more than three years. (77.02%, 429 votes) Let him go to the open market. He was part of the core that has repeatedly failed. (22.98%, 128 votes) Article content Should the Leafs get seriously involved in trying to sign Jonathan Toews as he looks to make a comeback at the age of 37? Yes. (39.96%, 215 votes) No. (60.04%, 323 votes) If Treliving has to make a trade during the summer, should Easton Cowan be on the table? Yes. If they need to trade Cowan to get a player who can make a big impact now, go for it. (17.94%, 96 votes) No. He's their best prospect and you need something to help build for the future. (82.06%, 439 votes) Which Leafs player most surpassed your expectations in 2024-25? Chris Tanev (12.2%, 66 votes) Anthony Stolarz (38.82%, 210 votes) Matthew Knies (46.58%, 252 votes) Jake McCabe (2.4%, 13 votes) What would be your signing preference in relation to restricted free agent Matthew Knies? I've seen enough. Lock him up for eight years. (73.4%, 389 votes) Need more evidence. A bridge deal would be best. (26.6%, 141 votes) Article content You can keep one of the Leafs' other two restricted free-agent forwards. Which one do you re-sign? Nick Robertson (56.2%, 290 votes) Pontus Holmberg (43.8%, 226 votes) If Treliving buys out a forward, who should it be? David Kampf (23.11%, 119 votes) Calle Jarnkrok (10.09%, 52 votes) Max Domi (20.39%, 105 votes) Ryan Reaves (46.41%, 239 votes) Morgan Rielly has five years remaining on his contract with an average annual value of $7.5 million US. Would you approach him and ask him to waive his no-move clause? Yes. (77.82%, 400 votes) No. (22.18%, 114 votes) The Leafs don't have a first-round pick in the next three years and their prospect cupboard is fairly bare. What is your concern about the team's future in that regard? It's high. The Leafs haven't won anything yet continue to mortgage give up potential valuable future pieces. (69.22%, 344 votes) Not a big deal. Treliving and his staff will figure it out. (30.78%, 153 votes) Aside from Cowan, which Leafs prospect are you most optimistic about? Defenceman Ben Danford (61.89%, 294 votes) Goalie Dennis Hildeby (14.11%, 67 votes) Goalie Artur Akhtyamov (14.11%, 67 votes) Forward Luke Haymes (9.89%, 47 votes) Latest National Stories
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Maple Leafs GM admits ‘there's some DNA that has to change' after latest playoff failure
Brad Treliving admitted Thursday that it's been 'a difficult few days' for the Toronto Maple Leafs, after longtime team president Brendan Shanahan was informed his contract would not be renewed. That news followed the Maple Leafs losing Game 7 of their Eastern Conference Second Round series against the Florida Panthers on home ice by the score of 6-1. 'Brendan did a lot of good things here, built a really strong foundation,' the Maple Leafs general manager said in his end of season press conference. Advertisement Shanahan was with the Maple Leafs for 11 seasons, and they made the Stanley Cup Playoffs the past nine. However, they never advanced past the second round, even this past season when the Maple Leafs finished first in the Atlantic Division with 108 points. To that end, Treliving, who's been Toronto's GM for the past two seasons, stated that 'changes will take place' and that the Maple Leafs need to become a more 'direct' team that 'limits risk' and plays its best in the most important games, like championship teams do. 'When it matters most, you have to embrace the moment … and ultimately succeed in it,' Treliving explained. The GM admitted 'this is an emotional business' and that he needed time to evaluate what changes need to be made to get the Maple Leafs over the hump. Advertisement 'You have to step back, exhale, and then you have to make calculated decisions based on the best information that you have.' Related: NHL rumors: Insiders provide update on Mitch Marner, potential replacement for Toronto Maple Leafs 3 Maple Leafs takeaways from GM Brad Treliving's media availability Mitch Marner's uncertain future with Maple Leafs Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Mitch Marner can become an unrestricted free agent July 1 and is due a massive contract coming off an NHL career-high 102 points this season. But when Treliving referenced that 'there's some DNA that has to change,' he very well could've been referring to the 28-year-old, who did not come up big at all in that Panthers series, especially in Game 7. Advertisement A reporter also asked about Marner's reluctance to commit to stay in Toronto, pointing out the talented forward's had several chances to say he wants to stay but hasn't. Treliving called Marner 'a tremendous player,' and stressed the importance of taking a step back before making any decisions. Treliving also confirmed the team would meet with Marner's representatives and added, 'Mitch has a say in this as well. This isn't the world according to Brad.' The GM was also asked if Marner and another Core 4 player set to be a UFA, John Tavares, will be offered contracts before July 1. Treliving's response was simply 'No, as I said before, we're going through that process right now.' This has the feeling of a divorce July 1 after Marner recorded 741 points in 657 games with the Maple Leafs. It could be best for both sides. Advertisement Related: NHL free agency: Top forwards available in 2025, including Mitch Marner Building a relationship with new boss With Shanahan out of the picture, Treliving is the main decision maker in hockey operations. But he'll now report to Keith Pelley, the president & CEO of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). Pelley has made it clear that he will not be assuming Shanahan's former role in hockey operations. So, the buck stops with Treliving. But he still needs to forge a bond with his new boss. A clear message from both Treliving and Pelley's press conferences this week was their mutual interest in building a strong relationship. Treliving spoke highly of his previous dynamic with Shanahan, noting that their bond extended beyond professional matters. Advertisement 'It's a friendship that I'll maintain moving forward,' he said. Now, with Pelley stepping into a major role in the organization, Treliving emphasized that while their relationship is still in its early stages, there's already a solid foundation of communication. 'Keith and I have had some good discussions over the last couple of days,' Treliving explained. 'Keith's made it very clear, your job is to go out and and do the things that you see fit with your staff to get the team where we want it to go.' Though he acknowledged there might be minor adjustments in how things operate, Treliving made it clear that his overall role and responsibilities remain largely unchanged. Advertisement Also Read:: Panthers rally past Hurricanes 5-3 in Game 5, return to Stanley Cup Final again: takeaways Defensive core needs improvement Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images Treliving gave his perspective on Toronto's defensive struggles, especially in light of its playoff performance, when the Maple Leafs were out-chanced in every game against the Panthers (558-358 in total). Rather than calling for major roster changes, he made it clear that the solution lies within the organization already. 'I like the length of our defense. I like the makeup of our defense, but you still got to be able to get up and down the ice … We need to get more offense from our defense now,' he said. Advertisement The focus is on tactical refinement. Getting defensemen more involved offensively, closing gaps quicker, taking away time and space, and doing a better job preventing high-danger chances instead of just reacting with blocked shots. 'We can't be rigid,' he added. 'We fell short. We have to continue to look at ways we can get better.' Each of their top-6 defensemen (Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe, Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Brandon Carlo and Simon Benoit) is under contract next season. Meaning that tactical changes are more in store than personnel ones.
Otago Daily Times
04-06-2025
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
New Zealand population likely to reach 6m people by 2040
Image: RNZ New Zealand's population is likely to reach six million before 2040, from the current 5.3 million, according to the latest projections. Stats NZ estimates two thirds of that growth will come from from international migration. The projections released on Wednesday showed the population growing to about seven million by 2060, and potentially nearly eight million by the late 2070s. Under a scenario with no migrant arrivals or departures, the population would peak in the early 2040s and then start to fall as deaths outnumber births. "New Zealand's net migration has fluctuated widely from year to year," Stats NZ's Victoria Treliving said. "But international migration has been the main contributor to New Zealand's population growth this century, and this is projected to continue." The scenario of no migration in or out of New Zealand was unlikely, but helped show the impact of migration on population growth, Treliving said. "Natural increase is no longer the main driver of New Zealand's population growth." A much older population is also predicted, with the number aged 65 and over likely to reach one million by 2029. "The number of people aged 65 years and over is currently increasing by more than 500 people a week," Treliving said. One in six New Zealanders is in that age group at present, and by the mid-2030s this would be one in five. The median projection assumes on average: - a net migration gain of 42,000 people a year over the next 50 years - fertility rates easing from 1.59 births per woman in 2025 to 1.55 in 2051 - life expectancy at birth increasing from 80.8 years and 84.0 years respectively for males and females in 2025, to 88.1 years and 90.5 years respectively in 2078
