Toronto Maple Leafs fans are abuzz with speculation as reports emerge that the team has interviewed internal candidates, including assistant coaches Sheldon Keefe's replacements, Brandan Lalonde and Jon Van Ryn, for the vacant head coaching position. The news comes as the Maple Leafs continue their search for a new leader to guide the team to a Stanley Cup championship, a goal that has eluded them for nearly a century. With Lalonde and Van Ryn both having spent time in the Maple Leafs' organization, they possess a deep understanding of the team's culture and would bring a level of continuity to the role. As the team navigates a critical offseason, the selection of a new head coach will be a pivotal decision that could shape the franchise's future.

Report: Maple Leafs Interviewed Internal Candidates, Lalonde, Van Ryn, For NHL Head Coaching Position  The Hockey News