KYLE DUBAS IS THE LEAFS' GM!!!

[@SteveDangle]

Dubas is 32. Google said he was 31. My bad.

[@Rikitikisiki]

Easy mistake to make, the kid looks not a day older than 17.

[@Taco1011]

Dubas may be 32... But is he a trusted hockey man?

[@danh4435]

SteveDangle he never skated in his life?

[@zaccparthenay2894]

SteveDangle should Toronto win the playoffs this season

[@KevinSKerr0212]

Ok, I admit it. I am one of the ones that did not like Kyle Dubas. Was calling him Dumbass and thought he did not have the stuff to do the job. "Too Young". I was wrong. Period. He has certainly proven himself more than capable of leading the Leafs in the right direction. I have been a solid Leaf fan for over 50 years and never have I been more hopeful than now, that the Leafs really have a shot of making it to the Stanley Cup. Breeding your players from within and getting them to accept the style of play you want is far from being stupid. Letting the players know that if you are loyal to the 'Team" and stick with the system that is given to you, you most likely if not certainly will have a Stanley Cup to place in your portfolio. The upper management seems committed to putting together a team that will win a Stanley Cup, and will continue to be a winning team, not just for a year but for a long period of time. So I say back off for a bit and lets support what is happening with the Leafs, and let the people who have been hired to make the Leafs a contender do their job. Go Leafs Go.

[@Diefenbaker57]

You know...you could take this "opportunity" to soundproof that room so you could rant and rave at all hours and Mrs. Dangle could still sleep at nights. That could be an option. Work related expense, Steve, just sayin'.

[@joer8854]

roxul insulation is awesome!

[@Diefenbaker57]

Matthews in the middle -- with Felix Potvin and James Reimer on each side!

[@dimer1729]

David Tew Steve would have to ask permission first...

[@maydanlex]

Smart!

[@gabiofbudapest]

I’m 70 and I recently found this guy and I LOVE his comments and his style!

[@TheSportsGirl]

Love the guy. So excited for him taking on the job! Dangle’s gonna have fun this year acting him out 😂

[@lstaf4d]

Kyle Dubas as the new Leafs GM has this long time fan very excited. This young man has his head on straight and can’t wait to see him and his team bring the cup home.

[@owendurkin6292]

People ask how the Dubas philosophy differs from the Lamoriello philosophy and all semantics and cliches aside, we'll soon begin to see what he has gleaned from his apprenticeship and what proprietary philosophies Dubas will bring to the organization. The analytics/eyeballs garbage is a non-starter. It's like going to a 3D movie and being asked if you want the glasses with the red lens or the blue lens because you cant have both. Dubas is a hockey fanatic and former scout who also happens to have a keen eye for the science of sports analytics, and he knows how to marry the two to produce the best result. Looking forward to seeing what augmentations he introduces to the brand. He talks about "uncovering inefficiencies" as a means of leveraging their obviously vast resources and it's that sort of stuff that the cap doesn't impact that could produce a championship team. And now the big Q: Does Ron Francis have a spot in all this? How about Joe Nieuwendyk?

[@joeyhecker7813]

Marlue is older than dubas

[@brandonwright1414]

So is Tyler Bozak

[@dimer1729]

So what?

[@FatemaLiya]

I'm so glad they hired him. He's definitely bringing new perspective and outlook.

[@jamesweaver3379]

I'm excited, a breath of fresh air and a new younger prospective!

[@naugles89]

Look at the remaining four teams in this year's playoffs and all of them have tremendous speed, skill, and play two-way hockey. The Leafs have the skill and some speed but definitely need to improve their possession game so hopefully Dubas will find the right guys to keep the team moving in the right direction.

[@canadianrayrashid3250]

I hope they make the playoffs and the Stanley Cup next season I think they're become like 2018 version of Winnipeg Jets Dustin Byfuglien and Sidney Crosby and everyone else

[@oliverjohnstone7747]

Here from Sault Ste. Marie!!!!! Go hounds and leafs!!!

[@emilyfurciniti4429]

Perfect Babcock impression

[@mightymacaque]

Hope you get your room back soon bud, good video man

[@clepunk]

I am a young boss that at the time I was hired I had people under me that were twice my age. You can be young, successful and get people on board. To be the young leader you need to motivate, lead by example and get people to buy in by giving respect to help earn it. Once respect is earned then leading becomes easier. Kyle can be successful, he just needs to find the way to help put his plan in place.

[@adalaza]

Great video Steve-eve-eve! Hope the back feels better-er-er!

[@bigstan34]

I think that hunter will be a bit taken back by it but embrace it at the same time and work with him . Lou will be gone to take a job working with his son like why wouldn’t he want to do that ? He did what he had to do for the leafs and cleared horrid contracts . It’s dubas’ time now . The way he has handled the Marlies and what not . But this is a huge summer to see how exactly he will run this team . As a fan I’m excited to see

[@Nolanfilmss]

Steve... how did you not intro this vid with your impression of dubas! I loved that when you did the goalie search video!

[@marccyr9658]

The true excitement will be the juggling between analytics and salary cap. It going to be interesting to watch the new salary situation between the big three of Matthews Marner and Nylander get prioritized with Ufa signings of JVR Bozak and Komorov not to forget the others like polak and Moore also. Let's get younger in nhl standards which means let's get analytical.

[@georgeblair2486]

I have a herniated disc in my back. (Infantry) Some tips: one, always sleep on your back or side. If on your back, elevate your thighs above your waist. (Pillows) if you sleep o your side, place a small pillow between your knees. NEVER, EVER, SLEEP ON YOUR STOMACHE. If you bend forward, bend backwards at the waist. Get better. #LETSGOPENSANDLEAFS

[@blackwolf073]

I'm blocking out the haters! Im excited and cant wait! Very intrigued with the work ahead especially this summer with the draft and signings that need to happen!

[@nickdewar8602]

Watching this at a greyhound game so full circle

[@sumotong1475]

I like how you have 30 000 views on this topic and the actual dubas interview hasn't even broke 10k hahahaha

[@whistlingsongs1727]

Personally thrilled that Kyle got the gig. Like u said, it's the plan. Plus we only have Shanny's word that Hunter wanted the job. Maybe Brendan said what he said so that everyone is talking about HIS story instead of digging for their own. As if controlling the narrative were a thing.

[@jennifere.259]

Happy about this. They're sticking to the Shanaplan instead of making rash decisions, which is our usual MO. lol

[@alexanderhospedales350]

Hey Steve im a huge leafs and a huge fan of all your videos and the podcast you guys are great. I wanted to suggest think it would be really cool if you did a video on the marlies sweeping their second round playoff series or even MFR(Marlies fan reacts) videos I know you did them before I thought they were really good No matter what I still think your the best hockey channel on KZbin by far

[@tatianaodisho7452]

Take care of you're back Steve take it easy

[@MainMan37x]

I liked what he said at the press conference and the post conference scrums , I was very surprised when he said he likes our d core tho.

[@almVancouver]

Don't misrepresent. He talked about the organizations D, the development and opportunities to improve if possible. In all, did you expect some negative comment going into specifics like the fans love to do. Oh, wait...you are a fan ;)

[@panthershockey4453]

you write like a serial killer

[@flamencofoundations5109]

Hey Steve. Love the enthusiasm. Btw, 30, 31 or even 32 is ridiculously young!! Don't tell me you feel old!! Lol!!

[@MemoriesInMonochrome]

When Senpai notices you @ 1:45

[@jimbojones8978]

Hope you feel better soon. Despite the lengthy prognosis. #TeamDubas

[@desrochers83]

So far Shanahan has put exceptional people in these executive roles. Knowing Dubas' track record, I'm very excited to see what kind of approach he takes. His age is irrelevant in my opinion and I do believe he is qualified for this job

[@nathanfaas1293]

The Vegas Golden Knights are hockey’s real life version of Moneyball. The analytics actually do work... yes they aren’t everything, but they do play a role

[@topherwarner123]

Dubas did not look comfortable with his gm media debut. Checking notes and too many "uh's"

[@joer8854]

I messed up my back and chest bad. I coughed really hard and now every time I move breathe or cough I hear popping in my body and it feels like I'm getting stabbed. Considering I'm getting over a cold it happens a lot. I feel ya buddy.

[@AndrewPilukHockey]

Great video Steve ! Im excited for the future!

[@shawnpanchal4436]

So stoked that he's the new GM. Really interested to see how they handle the signing of the big three. Excited about the leafs future

[@jjpayne5414]

like the Dubas signing and have nothing negative to say about what's been happening within the organization, the possibility of losing Hunter tho is a kick in the groin. I hope Hunter stays with the Leafs as well.

[@JoystickJoyrides]

I feel like Hunter will still be in charge of the draft. I don't see it as Gm and Assistant Gm more like GM 1 and GM 2. I think Dubas will do great things in the coming years. He definitely has some eyes for hockey that not everyone else has.

[@mirnasolis4360]

I really want to see what he can do with the leafs! I'm happy with this decision, and also would like to see what are the draft moves in June and in the summer time

[@helenoest8278]

They were no cuts. That was good long diatribe 😄

[@mattgibson7040]

I love it when a plan comes together

[@VaterAyotte]

Love it! Like you said, it was the plan from day 1! Trust the Shannaplan!!!!

[@yellowflu]

Turn up your f/stop to be in focus more. Love you Steve!

[@humzylfr498]

Get Well Soon!

[@keithmcguire3551]

So who was the guy that Babcock wanted, when he butted heads with Hunter?

[@Joseph-lj4sp]

As a hockey fan I have mixed feelings about the signing. I'm happy for there to be new blood in the system but at the same time I feel like if it doesn't work out for whatever reason people will use it as reasoning for hiring more "experienced hockey minds" and I feel like the last thing the NHL needs is more Bergervins and Chiarellis making the rounds and ruining teams. I also feel like part of this is the Brad Stevens affect where people are just hoping to catch a little bit of the magic the Celtics did with him.

[@almVancouver]

I think Dubas is well qualified. Shanahan saw to that. There was/is a plan...we all know the name it's given. Everything's right in Leafland. The Big Questions in no particular order 1. Contracts contracts contracts... 2. How to shore up the D? 3. How to shore up the C? 4. When to make a big splash in the trade/free agent market? 5. Balance between Size, skill and grit? 6. How to stay competitive in the league while developing? 7. Your questions...I've listed some generalizations/platitudes. Feel free to comment with your insights.

[@m_mallz7781]

So excited for next season!

[@marooflakhi5180]

I am so happy for Kyle Dubas for the new role

[@VegasGoldenKnightsCoverage]

I think he will be great with the leafs

[@davidmccalla3609]

The Dubas era is going to be amazing!

[@alexbien8638]

Would love to see you do a video about the players you are talking about at 4:30 of this video.. who are they and where are they now?

[@BrianMarto]

young team young manager, how he works with Babcock will be interesting, but he had great mentorship with Lou, but I believe this is a great move,

[@ugna2773]

Im excited to see what happens next. Lets go kyle

[@joshzielinski7470]

I like the new set with the jerseys can u maybe keep it like that but a little more leafs stuff on the wall w/ the jerseys btw hope u feel better

[@cturner8584]

I can't say I know allot about Dubas. But I can't see it being a bad thing that a younger guy is the GM. I can't wait to see what he pulls out of the hat

[@J.Sandhu2]

Buy those hangeable foam sqaures to get rid of the echo

[@higgs31]

im so genuinely excited for this team

[@samueltirpak7964]

Here under 200 views. Dubas is a great call for GM. He would have Lou behind his back for next years to help him develop even more. Let's see how he does. Give him time. And thing with Hunter and Dubas.. they cooperated together for years. Kessel deal and marlies development and drafting is best example. Hunter and Dubas have very good relationship. Hunter is staying. Don't worry.. Go Leafs Go. Great video Steve! And speedy recovery of course..

[@almVancouver]

I think we all want Hunter to stick around...it's the Leaf's after all. Saying this, at some point, and if he wants, he'll not only be sought after to run his own team, but welcome the opportunity.

[@nathandraaistra7303]

This came up on my fyp today... Its been a long 5 years

[@leonking9153]

it will be interesting for sure

[@danhuss9530]

@SteveDangle can you do a video on John Tavares and what his future holds for him.

[@MrAverageD]

Good one, Steve, good one.

[@Toriko69]

Steve I think you hit on your video backdrop already...Leafs locker room stalls

[@aaronjohnson3463]

First off the rangers are the richest and secondly the leafs are heading backwards hiring dubas

[@rodchallis8031]

He's a good manager, and if he keeps working hard more good things will happen.

[@ariccua6101]

Young guns with a young gun GM. The future is bright!

[@ForNarniamon]

End of the video is Steve's cover letter to Mr. Dubas

[@NickMaddox]

I feel good. I feel a little tipsy. I feel optimistic.

[@nneichan9353]

I certainly hope Dubas increases the success of the Leafs. Good Luck.

[@ryana3679]

So Harry Potter is taking over the Leafs and now the Leaf Nation thinks they are going to the promise land. This is a huge mistake by the leafs. They don't need to be throwing Matthews and Marners career away on a risky decision for GM. Leafs will miss out on the playoffs next year.

[@ryana3679]

people1st great minds think alike.

[@richardcoutts308]

This is not a John Ferguson hire by a less than healthy organization. This is an excellent hire by a strong and well lead organization. I sincerely hope Mark Hunter is still around for a while, but if not, I have no doubt that the Leafs will replace him with another astute choice.

[@ballistiks]

I wonder who the player was that Hunter and babcock were arguing about in the 2015 draft

[@MrTruemendous]

Barca Ballistix Babcock wanted to draft a defense man, Noah Hanifin. But Hunter was adamant about drafting Marner.

[@ballistiks]

MrTruemendous thank you

[@mattrick6493]

Now players can have beards and matt Martin can bring back the hair

[@efng21]

What interested Me? KYLE DUBAS IS THE LEAFS GENERAL MANAGER!! Beyond that I hope that Hunter stays on as assistant GM and head of scouting.

[@ericpundsack1841]

Hey Steve how do you feel about Laine maybe getting a cup before Mathews?

[@emelem584]

You’re seriously not going to talk about the capitals beating the penguins?

[@nickpayne981]

he looked a lot younger tbh...

[@KristapsKKK]

Waiting for your new video 😁#Latvia

[@ShawnBlaque]

Hyman for GM, best idea ever though. He's the hardest worker on Earth lol

[@davidcampbell4743]

I think he is going to be really good as the new GM of the Leafs.

[@AaronWorldOrder]

Will he hire the Raptors head coach as his first move?

[@mikestjean821]

Assai Ujuri will, not Dubas. Dubas is srictly Leafs.

[@AaronWorldOrder]

I was joking.

[@dimer1729]

Really bad/dumb joke. Must be a Raptors fan.

[@beesouljah]

We finally have Smart Management. Enough said.

[@Josh-ii4de]

Actually NYR is the richest followed by MTL and then TOR as of 2015

[@TheEliteOne333]

Josh as of 2017 Toronto is #1. Go to Forbes

[@JeffKing310]

EliteSquad1333 I think that’s valuation. In terms of revenue, it’s the Leafs by a mile.

[@Josh-ii4de]

Jeff King attendance this year MTL is second behind Chicago and 5th is Toronto

[@JeffKing310]

Josh In terms of ticket revenue, Toronto is number 1 ($213m), Chicago is number 2 ($203m). In terms of TV Rights, the Leafs package is apparently 40m higher then the next two which are Montreal and Philly (it all gets shared by the league of course). The Hockey Guy did an fairly straightforward estimate of ticket revenue as couple of days ago. Re concessions, Leafs are very high there as well but no numbers are available publicly. Nonetheless, gouge is such a dirty word.

[@traphouseryan]

is that considered an upper body injury?

[@lankancheetah]

“Will Brendan Shanahan let Kyle Dubas do his job?” Lol

[@Maitland-76]

GO HOUNDS GO!!!!

[@vishaalanand]

The most important fact is that they can grow beards now, well if they can manage to grow them in the first place.

[@almVancouver]

I sincerely think the top players who garner...what...20% of the cap or more on each team, should not be paid this extravagant amount in a cap world. It's part of the problem...imho.... Opinions?

[@FlockOfSharks]

does everyone know what a “dump run” is? I thought my family was the only family that did that

[@eric2vanleeuwen]

I think the Leafs will still let Hunter have the biggest say as to who to draft

[@almVancouver]

It is his job :)

[@tmlfan7785]

Eric Van Leeuwen no shit. Kinda his job

[@tmlfan7785]

Derek I don’t think you guys realize that gm of the leafs is little more than a puppet. They just follow the shanaplan

[@eric2vanleeuwen]

AggressivelySpicy Highlights2673 that is such a condescending answer 😂

[@tmlfan7785]

Eric Van Leeuwen yeah it is.

[@Nemireck]

Steve your autofocus broke!

[@fraughton1]

Slllllightly too close to the camera

[@musicman76enator]

LOL! Kyle Dubas could pass for a high school student!! Hahahaha

[@BORRZZ]

GOD BLESS DUBAS NIGGA GOT TAVARES HOLY SHIT

[@thundertom55]

Jury is out, here. Lets see a deal first.

[@Robert-Peterson]

Leaf fans continue to believe that "this latest guy" is the answer to their woeful team. First Babcock was "the answer", then Shanny was "the answer", then Lou was "the answer", then Austin Nostrils was "the answer" and then Marner was "the answer", then Marleau was "the answer" and now Leaf fans think some no-name wannbe GM is "the answer". Don't Leafs fans ever get tired of being strung along like donkeys chasing a carrot?

[@Robert-Peterson]

Whatever...you'll be on "year two" of your rebuld for the next 51 years. The Jets are in the Conference final...THAT is how you make a contender, not by continually rolling out a new "answer to your prayers" every few months. And you are no closer to being a "championship-calibre team" than you were 3 years ago....when you purposefully tanked to reach the "goal" of being in last place. And in last place delusional Leafs fans saw that as something to be proud of. As I said...51 years of being strung along like donkeys chasing a carrot. And with every single "announcement" Leaf fans make excuse after excuse as to why "this is gonna change things"...it's all part of the "Shanaplan". Stop making me laugh.

[@aaronjohnson3463]

Robert Peterson spot on my friend. Toronto has zombie supporters.

[@willnyethehockeyguy5828]

Robert Peterson winnipeg finished last place 2 years ago as well? No shit!

[@Robert-Peterson]

@Will Nye The Hockey Guy What colour is the sky on your planet?

[@Robert-Peterson]

@Miss Mercury No...you don't sound like a crazy lunatic at all.

[@Mattyx128]

Shannaplan on track

[@peterlue1156]

Babcock is going to ragdoll him.