With the Maple Leafs choosing to move on from president Brendan Shanahan, the Raptors might gain added freedom

What is clear is that the Maple Leafs will not hire a president to replace Shanahan. Instead, Pelley said he will work closer with Treliving, who will be entering his third season with the Maple Leafs in 2025-26, and Berube, who will begin his second season as coach.

WATCH: As president of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Brendan Shanahan had a positive impact, explains Keith Pelley, president and CEO of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment. Pelley also explains that they are in a result driven business.