Top Candidate to Replace Sheldon Keefe Has Been Announced

The Leafs haven't been very good lately, and there's two people who can share the blame: Ilya Samsonov and Sheldon Keefe.

Samsonov's bad performances since the season began raised a lot of concerns, and Keefe, as the head coach, has been unable to find effective solutions to get his team back on the winning track.

The Leafs' general manager Brad Treliving has also faced criticism from fans who believe he hasn't been able to support the team through many important injuries. Keefe himself publicly called out Treliving:

After yet another difficult loss, this time to the Carolina Hurricanes, many are wondering when will Keefe get fired.

Despite signing a contract extension during the summer and having a lot of talent on the team, Keefe has struggled to find a lineup that consistently delivers results.

While Guy Boucher, currently an assistant coach for the Leafs, appears to be the front-runner should Keefe be let go, an alternative candidate has came to light.

Should Treliving decide to part ways with Keefe, Guy Boucher seems like a natural fit for the role.

However, a report suggests that Craig Berube may also be in the running. Berube's recent Stanley Cup win with the St. Louis Blues in 2019, where he orchestrated a complete turnaround for the team, adds to his credentials.

Despite being let go earlier this season following a playoff miss last year and a slow start this year, Berube's impressive coaching record of 206 wins, 132 losses, and 44 ties in 382 games with the Blues makes him an enticing choice to replace Keefe.

After four years of Keefe's tenure, it appears that his message no longer resonates with the players. A change may be necessary to unlock the team's full potential.

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