Maple Leafs open door for Islanders on Shanahan talks

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 3:21 pm

Toronto Maple Leafs have granted permission for the New York Islanders to discuss front‐office opportunities with outgoing president Brendan Shanahan amid contract expiration debates. This calculated move underscores shifting executive dynamics in the NHL, with both sides navigating leadership transitions—and a touch of irony—in a fiercely competitive league.

torontosun.com / Brendan Shanahan’s Toronto timeline didn’t end with playoff success

Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment’s board meeting on Thursday wasn’t to be all about the Maple Leafs. But let’s bet the team’s troubles have moved to the top of the agenda, and the imminent departure of club president Brendan Shanahan, after bottoming out in Game 7 of the playoffs again. A source…

torontosun.com / Maple Leafs give New York Islanders permission to talk to Brendan Shanahan

Toronto's team president is out of contract at the end of June

citynews.ca / Maple Leafs grant Islanders permission to speak to Brendan Shanahan

The New York Islanders have been granted permission to speak to Toronto Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan about an opening in their front office, sources tell Sportsnet. Shanahan, whose contract expires on June 30, has been president of the Maple Leafs since April of 2014. Chris Johnston…

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