Maple Leafs Reportedly Pushing Back On David Kampf's Request
Sportsnet journalist Elliotte Friedman reported that the Toronto Maple Leafs are resisting a request from veteran forward David Kampf concerning his NHL future.
At the start of the season, General Manager Brad Treliving and the Leafs sought to manage roster flexibility. With promising play from Easton Cowan and a deep group of bottom-six forwards, the team needed to make room on the roster. As a result, Kampf, earning a $2.4 million cap hit, was reassigned to the Toronto Marlies, with $1.15 million of that amount moving off the books.
Kampf Takes Leave of Absence
After appearing in four of the Marlies’ first seven games, Kampf opted to take a personal leave of absence and did not travel with the team to Chicago last weekend.
Elliotte Friedman shared that the Maple Leafs are hesitant and pushing back on a request from a veteran forward regarding his NHL career.
His decision has raised questions about his future with the organization and the team's willingness to accommodate his situation moving forward.
Author’s Summary
The Maple Leafs are resisting David Kampf’s request as he steps away from the Marlies, stirring uncertainty around his role in the organization.