Steve Simmons on GM John Chayka Hire - Leafs' Keith Pelley Facing Tough Questions

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Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons joins E.J. Hradek to explain his tough questioning of Maple Leafs' President & CEO Keith Pelley as the team announced the controversial hires of GM John Chayka and Senior Executive Adviser of Hockey Operations Mats Sundin. E.J. and Steve discuss the expectations of the Chayka era, the future of Craig Berube, and the importance of Tuesday's NHL Draft Lottery! 00:00 Steve Simmons' Presser Question 07:49 Leafs Hire Chayka, Sundin 11:25 Assessing Keith Pelley 16:07 Is Money an Issue? 18:35 Expectations for 2026-27 22:13 Craig Berube's Future 26:11 NHL Draft Lottery 29:07 Leafs' Offseason Needs

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