- The Toronto Maple Leafs have been eliminated from playoff contention after a 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
- This marks the first time the Leafs have missed the playoffs since 2015-16 and the first time in the Auston Matthews era.
- General Manager Brad Treliving was fired, and the team is seeking a new President of Hockey Operations and General Manager.
- Head Coach Craig Berube’s future is uncertain, pending the decisions of the new hockey operations leadership.
- Injuries to key players like Auston Matthews and poor defensive performance contributed to the team’s struggles.
- This could signal the end of an era for the Leafs’ core of Matthews, Marner, Nylander, and Tavares.
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