Confirmed with Link: Kyle Dubas Not Returning

[rumman]

Agreed. Apparently he's talking to Pittsburgh about their opening, but id be surprised if the job wasn't Dubas'.

God I hope the board stays the course with an intelligent, young GM that utilizes analytics and doesn't overcorrect with a garbage retread.

I thought it was the Leafs or bust, that was a fast turn around............

 

[Canucks LB]

the kid just shot himself with that presser............

???

He is going to get more money and maybe even a president role elsewhere.

Im shocked tho he left, toronto is a great place to be

 

[HofT]

Cliff Fletcher gonna work some magic

 

[Anthrax442]

Whats Lou doing nowadays?

 

[Bellzy]

Can’t wait until all the Dubas haters are wrong and we get a much worse gm that single handedly sinks this organization with dumb moves and we are out of the playoffs for the next 5 years. Worst decision ever to not extend him when they could of. Sure he’s made some rookie mistakes but he’s done a lot more good than bad! Time to find a new team

 

[Tak7]

-Core 4 about to be traded for .75 on the dollar.
-Smart GM gone.
-Officiating the way it is especially against the Leafs.

If this isn't a breaking point for Leaf fans...

Their window just slammed shut.

Feel precariously like the bottom is about to fall out.

I'm so disappointed, but not surprised, by this.

 

[Rob Brown]

We will see .. Dubie stays on as a special advisor to Shanny as i think he is still employed by team or maybe they will sever that obligation .. Shanny should clarify .. Shanny and Dubie did not see eye to eye on trading of Mitch and Willy this summer .. if Spezza takes over i will have a good LOL .. da family issue thing was a joke of all jokes

They would have just said 'Dubas is transitioning to a different role with the team' if that was happening, IMO.

 

[leafsfan5]

Realistically, if the Leafs want Tulsky they should get him

We can offer the most money + provide the best situation out of the all available NHL positions. Only concern is maybe he would like to stay in America?

 

[Leaf Rocket]

And then we need to find a Brind’Amour.
He set a fantastic culture.

can't express how much Brind'Amour changes that lockerroom. It's insane.

 

[robertmac43]

Not a fan of this news. Really curious to see where the team goes, they are going to need everything in place as soon as possible.

 

[notbias]

Tulsky, Treliving, Pridham would be great candidates.

Yes, let's trust Treliving with signings and trading a young star player, he's done well there.

 

[Advanced stats]

I do not envy the new GM.

There's a legitimate scenario where Marner is traded for pennies on the dollar, Matthews is overpaid or walks, and Tavares slows down and declines.

 

[93LEAFS]

Anthopoulos 2.0

Gord Stellcik 2.0 is more likely.

 

[The Masters]

The only thing I can say of Treliving is he shouldn't do trades with Florida Panthers that's all

Ha. He can't even hire a coach. Gonna spin your wheels with that guy.

 

[Mr Knies Guy]

Anyway, I hate this market and when some guns blazing GM comes in and blows up the team and we’re back to consistently missing the playoffs I’m sure everyone will be very happy.

You enjoy wasting time watching 100 point seasons where the soy boys turn into ballerinas when it actually matters?

His team building philosophy was pathetically soft and he was far too late and not aggressive enough adjusting it

 

[acrobaticgoalie]

If he doesn't go to another team, I hope he stays with the organization in some capacity with scouting or maybe running a draft table like Hunter did.

 

[JT AM da real deal]

I’ve read speculation that Rogers was the party that blocked a Dubas extension last year while Tannenbaum and Bell wanted him back. So while also providing us with absolutely garbage coverage, they f*** up and negotiations and our GM walks.

Could be true .. Larry for sure was a complete and total supporter of Dubie and Shanny

 

[notbias]

Whats Lou doing nowadays?

Ruining the Islanders

 

[Menzinger]

It'll be interesting if they handle this via internal promotion - ie say Pridham to GM, Spezza shifts from advisor to AGM or something that involves an external search.

If they look outside the current front office, the candidate would likely have to feel comfortable jumping into an org that has built up different departments like the medical science group and analytics department. MLSE didn't spend money on that for it to go to waste.

If that ends up being the case, Tampas, Seattle's or Avs AGMs may prove intriguing since their front offices have similar setups. I'd add the Canes in too, but they aren't likely giving up anyone until the playoffs are over.

 

[Stephen]

I agree. Paradoxically I thought he was the best suited GM to clean up the mess he made.

What I find weird is he said nothing was off the table before making the exit himself before anyone else.

 

[Anthrax442]

Cliff Fletcher gonna work some magic

Is he still around? Or os he pretty much like Biden nowadays? Lights are on, but noone is home?

 

[Fogelhund]

We will see .. Dubie stays on as a special advisor to Shanny as i think he is still employed by team or maybe they will sever that obligation .. Shanny should clarify .. Shanny and Dubie did not see eye to eye on trading of Mitch and Willy this summer .. if Spezza takes over i will have a good LOL .. da family issue thing was a joke of all jokes

For sure there was a disagreement on how to proceed.

 

[CantLoseWithMatthews]

f***ing hell. We're f***ed. I dont give a shit what anyone says, he was one of the best GM's in the league, he will do amazing work with another team and we will be stuck in the mud.

We were stuck in the mud with him. He's fine, but there's certainly better options out there. I just hope the Leafs hire one of them

 

[Leaf Rocket]

Ha. He can't even hire a coach. Gonna spin your wheels with that guy.

You mean the leadership who said no you can't fire sutter only to fire him after they fired treliving? yes

 

[Dragao6]

I like dubas and I have no doubt he’s gonna be a great GM
But the leafs are in the situation because of his decisions
There have to be more good hockey minds out there, specially ones that would fire keefe lol