NHL Coaching Carousel Heats Up: Joe Pavelski Emerges as Top Contender for Toronto Maple Leafs Job In a surprising twist, veteran forward Joe Pavelski has thrown his hat into the ring for the Toronto Maple Leafs' head coaching position. The 2024 retiree, who boasts an impressive 1,300+ NHL games under his belt, has confirmed talks with the Maple Leafs brass, sparking speculation about his potential fit for the role. Pavelski's move comes on the heels of the Montreal Canadiens' remarkable success under rookie head coach Martin St. Louis, who has become a benchmark for NHL teams seeking a fresh voice behind the bench. As the coaching landscape continues to shift, Pavelski's interest in the Maple Leafs' job raises questions about his long-term plans and whether he has what it takes to lead one of the league's most talented – and demanding – rosters.

The Montreal Canadiens’ success with rookie head coach Martin St. Louis has made its ripples around the league. 2024 retiree and veteran of more than 1,300 NHL games Joe Pavelski confirmed he has spoken with the Toronto Maple Leafs about their head coaching vacancy while speaking to Curtis Pashelka of The Mercury News. Like St. […]