With Keith Pelley making a decisive move by allowing Brendan Shanahan to exit as the Maple Leafs president, the organization is now looking to focus its efforts on general manager Brad Treliving and head coach Craig Berube. Despite winning the Atlantic Division and nearly making it to the conference finals, the team's postseason performance has raised concerns. Treliving has had a mixed track record, and Berube's success in winning a Stanley Cup in 2019 stands out, yet he has struggled to replicate that success in subsequent seasons.

The Leafs' reliance on a top-heavy roster has been criticized, especially when four remaining playoff teams excelled in possession metrics, while Toronto ranked near the bottom. The lack of scoring chances and high-danger opportunities further exacerbates the issue as they prepare for potential changes within the organization.