Maple Leafs Reportedly Pushing Back on David Kampf's Request
Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported that the Toronto Maple Leafs are resisting a request from veteran forward David Kampf regarding his NHL career.
Roster Decisions and Team Strategy
At the start of the season, GM Brad Treliving aimed to create roster flexibility. With the promising performance of Easton Cowan and many bottom-six forwards available, it became necessary to send someone down. Consequently, David Kampf, 30, with a $2.4 million cap hit (of which $1.15 million was counted), was assigned to the Toronto Marlies.
Kampf's Leave of Absence
After playing in four of the Marlies' first seven games, Kampf chose to take a leave of absence. He also declined to join the team during their recent trip to Chicago.
"Maple Leafs are hesitant and pushing back on a request from a veteran forward regarding his NHL career." — Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet
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Author's summary: The Maple Leafs are reluctant to concede to David Kampf’s request, reflecting ongoing roster challenges amid strategic decisions for the season.