"The talk about Mike Gillis is real. The Leafs have interest in him. I believe there's already been a conversation between Gillis and Pelley. I think there's another one that's coming up here."
"Gillis served as the Canucks general manager during their hey day, while they were winning back-to-back President's Trophies and making the 2011 Stanley Cup Final."
"He was one of the more progressive minds in an NHL front office at the time, looking at every single facet of the game for a competitive advantage."
"The perceived negatives would be that he hasn't worked in the league in 12 years. I think that's obviously a fair point, but you know, he was a long-time agent, knows a lot of people in the game."
Mike Gillis is being considered for a significant role with the Toronto Maple Leafs, potentially as president of hockey operations. Recent discussions between Gillis and the organization indicate serious interest. Chris Johnston confirmed that conversations have taken place, with a second meeting anticipated. Gillis previously served as the Canucks' general manager, known for his innovative strategies. However, concerns exist regarding his 12-year absence from the league, despite his extensive experience as a former agent and established relationships within the NHL.
Read at Editor In Leaf
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]