Maple Leafs Fire GM, Seek Data-Driven Leader

0:00It's March 31st, Canada news today starts now, AI powered and ready. I'm Cory with the story. Toronto Maple Leafs just fired their General Manager Brad Treleving after a rough season that's got them sitting third from last in the Eastern conference. Team President Keith Pelley broke the news, saying they need a fresh start with someone who's all about data to lead hockey operations. Pelley made it clear this isn't just on Treleving, calling him a solid executive and good guy, but the team has to switch directions and a tough, Atlantic division. Fans and media are buzzing about the shake-up, especially with playoffs slipping away and rivals heating up the competition. Now they're kicking off the search right away for that data-driven leader, with assistant General Manager's Brandon Prittum and Ryan Hardy stepping in, on an interim basis to handle things through the end of the season. Pelley didn't lock in if it'll be a president, GM or hybrid role, but stressed every move has to be backed by hard evidence as they rebuild for next year.