Laurence Gilman’s departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, as reported by Pierre LeBrun of TSN, marks a significant change in the hockey leadership landscape.
As the governor and senior vice president of the Toronto Marlies, Gilman has been a notable figure in the hockey world, particularly within the Toronto hockey community.
According to LeBrun, this parting of ways is mutual, and Gilman’s contract with the Maple Leafs is set to expire this month. Given his extensive experience and reputation in the NHL, it’s anticipated that Gilman will attract interest from other teams looking to bolster their executive ranks.
This transition could potentially have implications not only for the Maple Leafs and their minor league affiliate, the Marlies, but also for other NHL franchises seeking experienced leadership to enhance their organizational structures. It’ll be interesting to see where Gilman’s next chapter in hockey management unfolds.
Gilman was originally hired by the Maple Leafs in 2018, when then-general manager Kyle Dubas hired the Winnipeg native to serve as assistant GM with the Leafs, as well as to be the Marlies’ general manager.
He held that role until 2021, when Dubas hired Ryan Hardy to become the new GM and director of hockey operations of both the AHL affiliate and the Newfoundland Growlers of the ECHL.
