Confirmed with Link: Toronto Maple Leafs announce elevations and additions to the player development department

[Macman]

I know Barb Underhill works with the Lightning too so I don’t know what the typical arrangement is with skills coaches but if he’s a hit with the players and we make him a Leaf exclusive that’s a win win.

I guess I'd find it strange that you'd put a guy in charge of "technical development" of all your players while still allowing him to also work with other players and maybe even teams. If that is indeed what is happening. That news release is pretty ambiguous.

 

[BertCorbeau]

I guess I'd find it strange that you'd put a guy in charge of "technical development" of all your players while still allowing him to also work with other players and maybe even teams. If that is indeed what is happening. That news release is pretty ambiguous.

 

[AcerComputer]

Hayley Wickenheiser has got to be one of the most accomplished Canadians in the history of our Country. Dominated the women's game for over 2 decades, and is now excelling in her post career in medicine. Pretty remarkable what she has been able to do all while being a mother. Can never have too many people like her in an organization

Who cares, either she can do the job or not. If those other things are getting in the way, or she becomes less qualified then cut bait.

 

[AcerComputer]

Wickenheiser is not only a smart cookie in life, but she's a flat out hockey genius - the female gretzky/mario. Having her in the org is amazing.

What makes her a hockey genius?

 

[zeke]

What makes her a hockey genius?

She is arguably the goat female player. Goat hockey players are hockey geniuses.

 

[AcerComputer]

She is arguably the goat female player. Goat hockey players are hockey geniuses.

Yea, but she has never played in the NHL. So you don't really have a reason to backup saying she is a hockey genius, just a platitude.

 

[zeke]

Yea, but she has never played in the NHL. So you don't really have a reason to backup saying she is a hockey genius, just a platitude.

I'm not talking about her physical limitations, I'm talking about her hockey mind- which is as good as their is.

It is anything but a platitude.

 

[stickty111]

Who cares, either she can do the job or not. If those other things are getting in the way, or she becomes less qualified then cut bait.

What makes her a hockey genius?

Why am I not surprised these kinds of comments come up with a female hiring.

 

[stickty111]

Yea, but she has never played in the NHL. So you don't really have a reason to backup saying she is a hockey genius, just a platitude.

And again.

 

[stickty111]

I'm not talking about her physical limitations, I'm talking about her hockey mind- which is as good as their is.

It is anything but a platitude.

Zeke man, you know exactly what the intentions are with the comments you are replying too.

 

[zeke]

Zeke man, you know exactly what the intentions are with the comments you are replying too.

Of course. But that's no reason not to reply with facts and logic.

 

[stickty111]

Of course. But that's no reason not to reply with facts and logic.

I applaud you for it. It's just disgusting we are still evaluating people's qualifications based on their gender. Those comments don't come up if a man was hired.
It's a hockey board, so I will it at that but wow.

 

[The Iceman]

I think the Leafs had Haley on the payroll specifically for this promotion. Not positive what contributions she has made to now but I think Dubas really wanted her for this role.

I hope Goyette was hired because she is the best candidate and not just the best female candidate.
Not doubting DGs hockey knowledge or experience, just thinking this role would benefit someone who has come up through junior hockey and many years as an NHL professional to help share their experiences with the Leafs prospects. In full transparency I do not know the job description and trust management to make proper hires.

And did Robidas get sent to Robias island again

 

[AcerComputer]

I'm not talking about her physical limitations, I'm talking about her hockey mind- which is as good as their is.

It is anything but a platitude.

What exactly has she done for the Leafs so far though? Other than give the team good press?

 

[zeke]

What exactly has she done for the Leafs so far though? Other than give the team good press?

I'd say the leafs player development side has shone brightly the past couple years. You?

 

[zeke]

I applaud you for it. It's just disgusting we are still evaluating people's qualifications based on their gender. Those comments don't come up if a man was hired.
It's a hockey board, so I will it at that but wow.

Make them defend their opinions with facts.

 

[AcerComputer]

I'd say the leafs player development side has shone brightly the past couple years. You?

Which players has she developed?

 

[hockeywiz542]

How Hayley Wickenheiser and Danielle Goyette plan to revamp the Maple Leafs' player development - The Athletic

Hayley Wickenheiser knows about success.

Widely regarded as the best women’s hockey player of all time, she has won four gold medals with the Canadian national team. After a decorated playing career, she completed medical school while holding down a role as assistant director of player development with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

On the ice, she’s not afraid to call it like she sees it.

“I don’t sugarcoat things. If something needs to be said to a player, I’m not afraid to say it, which I think benefits the player down the road,” said Wickenheiser.

Her voice within the Leafs organization is about to become even louder. She was promoted to senior director of player development on Monday after Scott Pellerin’s contract was not renewed. The department she’ll oversee has arguably never been more important. The Leafs’ core is set until 2024, but developing young players to complement that core will be crucial — especially if the salary cap remains flat as predicted in a post-pandemic world.

The team hopes Wickenheiser’s attitude, keen eye for detail and championship pedigree will help turn those in the team’s s prospect pool into NHL-ready talent sooner rather than later. That pool includes elite talents, but those who have also been accused of wilting at times on the ice, such as 2020 first-round pick Rodion Amirov.

In her new role, Wickenheiser will be tasked with overseeing each prospect’s development plan to ensure their readiness for the Leafs’ style of play. She’ll also work with those on the NHL squad when necessary. The mission is to continue the department’s recent success, having graduated more than 20 players from the AHL and junior ranks to the Leafs, including late-round picks such as Pierre Engvall.

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Having a player development department headed by two women is an NHL first. Wickenheiser was asked about the importance of women taking on prominent management roles in one of the NHL’s biggest organizations. She views her promotion to Maple Leafs (which she called an “incredibly progressive organization”) and her subsequent hire of Goyette as simply finding the best people to do the jobs.

“(Hockey is) probably the last pro sport that’s really making these changes and progressions, but you’re seeing another pro sport, the NBA, that this is kind of becoming old news and it’s just about going after the best-qualified person for the job,” said Wickenheiser.

For her, the opportunity to be open-minded and consider different perspectives in player development is an important one.

“We have to change as the world changes,” she said.

 

[ToneDog]

The mission is to continue the department’s recent success, having graduated more than 20 players from the AHL and junior ranks to the Leafs, including late-round picks such as Pierre Engvall.

Who are these so-called 20 players having graduated to the Leafs. Which ones are dressing for game #1 ? I heard the coach does not trust Engvall defensively and hense why they might go with Nash, who has never played a game in blue and white.

MLSEL are trail blazers. I bet they are the first NHL team to hire a female (assistant/head) coach/GM.

 

[Menzinger]

The mission is to continue the department’s recent success, having graduated more than 20 players from the AHL and junior ranks to the Leafs, including late-round picks such as Pierre Engvall.

Who are these so-called 20 players having graduated to the Leafs. Which ones are dressing for game #1 ? I heard the coach does not trust Engvall defensively and hense why they might go with Nash, who has never played a game in blue and white.

MLSEL are trail blazers. I bet they are the first NHL team to hire a female (assistant/head) coach/GM.

I mean Nylander, Hyman, Holl, Dermott, Sandin to name a few have all played substantial time with the Marlies

 

[ToneDog]

I mean Nylander, Hyman, Holl, Dermott, Sandin to name a few have all played substantial time with the Marlies

Sure I'll give you Sandin but were they even here when 88, 11 and 23 and possibly 3 were with the Marlies ? Even so, that is 5, who are the other 15 ? Sparks, Hutch, Marincin, Lily, Engvall, Robertson Brooks, Moore, Grundstrom, Agostino, Marchment,?,?,? ......

 

[Daisy Jane]

Yea, but she has never played in the NHL. So you don't really have a reason to backup saying she is a hockey genius, just a platitude.

So... you have to play in the NHL.... to be a hockey genius?

 

[Kiwi]

I'm not Canadian so I couldn't give a rats ass what people have done playing with a team Canada jersey on, or even an NHL jersey for that matter

I don't know if this is a good hire or not, I wont know until we get some actual results in while she's in charge

I liked the previous development team, they produced some pretty good players o she has a lot to live up to

Best of luck, now prove the decision to promote you was the right one

 

[stickty111]

Leafs have done a fantastic job developing players. They are a class organization in that regard. From 1st round pics to late rounders, they have hit on a lot of them. Getting Hayley onboard who is one of the best people in hockey overall is a step in that continued success.

 

[stickty111]

How Hayley Wickenheiser and Danielle Goyette plan to revamp the Maple Leafs' player development - The Athletic

Hayley Wickenheiser knows about success.

Widely regarded as the best women’s hockey player of all time, she has won four gold medals with the Canadian national team. After a decorated playing career, she completed medical school while holding down a role as assistant director of player development with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

On the ice, she’s not afraid to call it like she sees it.

“I don’t sugarcoat things. If something needs to be said to a player, I’m not afraid to say it, which I think benefits the player down the road,” said Wickenheiser.

Her voice within the Leafs organization is about to become even louder. She was promoted to senior director of player development on Monday after Scott Pellerin’s contract was not renewed. The department she’ll oversee has arguably never been more important. The Leafs’ core is set until 2024, but developing young players to complement that core will be crucial — especially if the salary cap remains flat as predicted in a post-pandemic world.

The team hopes Wickenheiser’s attitude, keen eye for detail and championship pedigree will help turn those in the team’s s prospect pool into NHL-ready talent sooner rather than later. That pool includes elite talents, but those who have also been accused of wilting at times on the ice, such as 2020 first-round pick Rodion Amirov.

In her new role, Wickenheiser will be tasked with overseeing each prospect’s development plan to ensure their readiness for the Leafs’ style of play. She’ll also work with those on the NHL squad when necessary. The mission is to continue the department’s recent success, having graduated more than 20 players from the AHL and junior ranks to the Leafs, including late-round picks such as Pierre Engvall.

....................

Having a player development department headed by two women is an NHL first. Wickenheiser was asked about the importance of women taking on prominent management roles in one of the NHL’s biggest organizations. She views her promotion to Maple Leafs (which she called an “incredibly progressive organization”) and her subsequent hire of Goyette as simply finding the best people to do the jobs.

“(Hockey is) probably the last pro sport that’s really making these changes and progressions, but you’re seeing another pro sport, the NBA, that this is kind of becoming old news and it’s just about going after the best-qualified person for the job,” said Wickenheiser.

For her, the opportunity to be open-minded and consider different perspectives in player development is an important one.

“We have to change as the world changes,” she said.

How could she be of benefit to us? She didn't play in the NHL so why would she know anything? Obviously only got hired because she's female
At least our organization isn't like some of our fans who judge on one characteristic.