Reporter Makes Wild Suggestion Involving Maple Leafs Coach Craig Berube

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off of a strong first season under new head coach Craig Berube, in which they captured the Atlantic Division title for the first time.

Yet, as is often the case in the Toronto market, even a successful season comes with questions about whether the team could still be better.

Surprisingly, Berube appeared on a list of head coaches considered to be on the hot seat heading into next season -- a placement that feels largely unwarranted. As written by Adam Proteau article on The Hockey News.

Berube's inclusion is puzzling, given the historic first year behind the bench. He set a franchise record for the most wins by a first-year Leafs coach with 52, and also led the club to seven playoff victories -- the most since 2002.

Considering those accomplishments, it seems unrealistic that Berube would be dismissed in the near future, particularly after fewer than two seasons in charge.

Looking ahead, the Maple Leafs are expected to boast some of the best centre depth in the league. That strength aligns perfectly with Berube's coaching style, which emphasizes rolling four lines and maintaining defensive responsibility throughout the lineup.

After a historic debut season, and with the Leafs pushing the eventual Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers harder than any other opponent, it feels very unlikely that Craig Berube's tenure in Toronto will be cut short anytime soon.