The Toronto Maple Leafs continue searching for a new head coach. Jay Woodcroft, an assistant coach with the Anaheim Ducks and former Oilers coach, had been reported as a candidate. Earlier reporting suggested the Ducks granted permission for the Leafs to speak with him. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman stated the Leafs have not expressed interest in giving Woodcroft an interview and do not believe permission was requested. Friedman suggested Woodcroft may be a legitimate contender elsewhere, with an interview in Los Angeles. Friedman also noted David Carle, a coach the Leafs have spoken with, has not visited Toronto yet, with speculation that in-person meetings may be required to take the opportunity seriously.
"“I'm really careful at this time of year. ... I don't see everything that gets reported and I don't really like kicking other people's reporting because I don't see everything. There's a lot flying around and I'm not infallible. I get things wrong too. I understand there were some reports this week that [Woodcroft] is going to interview in Toronto. I don't believe that's the case.”"
"“I do not believe Toronto has asked permission to talk to him. I think it's quite possible Toronto doesn't ask to talk to him. He's interview in LA and I think he's got to be legit contender there. I think DJ Smith, the incumbent, is too. But I've heard for whatever reason, he will not be interviewing in Toronto.”"
"“Friedman also mentions that David Carle, who the Leafs are actually interested in and have spoken with, has not visited the Leafs yet. It is speculated that the University of Denver head coach won't be seen as taking any opportunity seriously unless he's there in-person, looking at the facilities and speaking with management face-to-face.”"
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