The hockey season is done, over, finished. All that’s left for the offseason is possible shenaniganry - or in the Leafs’ case, Shanahanery haha (sorry) - that has fans take to social media and frantically share their thoughts.

The Leafs are expected to lose a couple names once the calendar strikes July. Tyler Bozak, Leo Komarov, and James van Riemsdyk most likely played their last game for the blue and white. Additionally, there’s been a lot of talk on the possibility of Sheldon Keefe or D.J. Smith taking jobs with Lou on the island.

Keefe was named head coach of the Toronto Marlies back in June of 2015 leading the team to a Calder Cup Championship this season! It would make sense for him to make the jump to the NHL after claiming the AHL’s top prize. But that scenario can be thrown out the window now.

I’ll do my best to recreate what Rich Clune said at the Marlies Cup rally on Saturday in homage to Keefe’s future.

HE’S NOT LEAVING. THEY’RE GOING TO HAVE TO GET A WRECKING BALL TO GET HIM OUT OF THERE. THEY’RE GOING TO HAVE TO GET THE NATIONAL GAURD TO GET HIM OUT!!!

In all seriousness, Keefe told Sportsnet on Saturday that he expects to be head coach of the Marlies next season. However, ‘expect’, is a dangerous word at times. Winning in Toronto was great to watch and experience, but you never know what opportunities arise down the road.

As Mike Babcock likes to say, the truth today, may not be the truth tomorrow.

In Case You Missed It

Ryane Clowe to become the head coach of the Newfoundland Growlers, The Telegram reports - Pension Plan Puppets
The Leafs’ new ECHL affiliate has a new bench boss. (Can the slogan for the team be ‘Get your growl on?)

What pick trades could the Leafs actually make? - Pension Plan Puppets
It doesn’t matter whether you’re trading up or down, unless you’re throwing in something beyond a pick, you can only trade as far as your own assets will take you.

Toronto Marlies celebrate and Kyle Dubas speaks to the press - Pension Plan Puppets
Highlights from the Marlies Calder Cup Rally as well as some Leafs talk from newly appointed GM Mr. Dubas.

Around the Hockey World

Ovechkin winning Stanley Cup can motivate Maple Leafs, Babcock says
Yes, breathe it in, the city is hungry.

A Q&A with Max Domi, the newest member of the Canadiens | Montreal Gazette
Considering the fact that a lot of Leafs fans wanted Domi at the 2013 draft, this is kind of funny.

Kelly Babstock taking her talents to Buffalo - The Ice Garden
It's a new change in scenery for the NHWL All-Star.

Is Steve Yzerman looking for a ring for Tampa Bay Lightning in free agency? - Raw Charge
Despite not winning a championship in his tenure, Yzerman has a knack of adding players who have been to the show and did the thing.

Colin Greening back in Toronto fold, agrees to new contract with Marlies | The Telegram
Just days after helping his team win a Calder Cup, St. John's native reveals he's agreed to a one-year AHL deal with Leafs.

Enjoy your Monday Leafs fans!

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