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Maple Leafs Fire Assistant Coach Savard Amidst Slump
23 Dec
Summary
- Assistant coach Marc Savard was fired by the Maple Leafs on Monday.
- Toronto's power play ranks worst in the league at 13.3%.
- Key forwards like Nylander and Matthews have struggled offensively.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced the dismissal of assistant coach Marc Savard on Monday, marking the first significant change amidst a troubling performance slump. The team currently sits second to last in the Eastern Conference standings and is struggling with a dismal power play that ranks worst in the league.
Savard's responsibilities included overseeing the power play, which has struggled significantly this season, matching the number of power-play goals with shorthanded goals conceded. This decision reflects broader team issues, as key offensive players like William Nylander and Auston Matthews have experienced scoring droughts.
Savard, who joined the Maple Leafs staff in March 2024 under head coach Craig Berube, now departs. It remains unclear if a replacement will be appointed. The remaining coaching staff faces the challenge of revitalizing the team's performance, particularly its offense and defense, despite possessing considerable forward talent.
