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Brad Treliving: The Man Behind the Toronto Maple Leafs' Rise

A Hockey Executive with a Pizza Pedigree

Brad Treliving, born on August 18, 1969, is a Canadian ice hockey executive and former professional ice hockey defenseman. He currently holds the position of general manager for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Treliving brings a wealth of experience to his role as general manager. He has held various positions within the NHL, including assistant general manager and general manager for the Calgary Flames. He also has international experience, having served as the assistant general manager for the Canadian men's national ice hockey team at the 2014 Winter Olympics.

The Path to Toronto

Treliving's journey to becoming Toronto's general manager began in 2014 when he joined the Calgary Flames. During his tenure in Calgary, he oversaw the team's rebuild, which included drafting future stars such as Matthew Tkachuk and Elias Lindholm. He also made several key trades, including the acquisition of Johnny Gaudreau in 2016.

In April 2023, Treliving parted ways with the Flames and shortly after, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced his appointment as general manager. The move came as a surprise to many, but Maple Leafs fans were excited to have a seasoned executive at the helm of their team.

An Early Taste of Success

Treliving's first season in Toronto has been marked by both success and disappointment. The Maple Leafs finished the regular season with the third-best record in the NHL, but were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Despite the playoff disappointment, Treliving has made a positive impact on the Maple Leafs. He has implemented a more disciplined and structured system, and has shown a willingness to make bold moves, such as the trade for Ryan O'Reilly in February 2023.

With a young and talented roster, the Maple Leafs are well-positioned to contend for the Stanley Cup in the coming years. Brad Treliving's leadership and experience will be crucial to the team's success, and fans are excited to see what the future holds for the Maple Leafs under his guidance.