Overview
- Toronto removed Savard on Monday after the man-advantage fell to an NHL-worst 13.3 percent and a road trip that went 0-for-10 on power plays.
- The Maple Leafs are 15-15-5, last in the Atlantic Division, and have gone 1-4-1 over their past six games with just two power-play goals in 27 December chances.
- No external replacement is expected immediately, with assistants Derek Lalonde and Mike Van Ryn set to take over power-play responsibilities, according to league reports.
- Head coach Craig Berube told reporters the results are on him, and GM Brad Treliving voiced support as insiders reported no imminent moves to replace Berube or the GM.
- Savard, hired in June 2024, previously oversaw a 24.8 percent power play last season, and the shake-up precedes Tuesday’s home game against the Penguins before the holiday break.