Brendan Shanahan will push Brad Treliving to do what everyone thought impossible

At his season-ending press conference, Shanahan reiterated that the Leafs would explore all options. Many fans expected this offseason to finally see the "Core 4" breakup and significant roster changes. However, those expectations have not been met.

While the core remains intact, the defense has undergone significant changes, and new voices are behind the bench. Despite the disappointment of some fans, these are noteworthy adjustments.

Brad Treliving, the team's general manager, was constrained in his efforts due to a lack of tradeable prospects and draft picks. He chose to keep their first-round pick and protect prospects like Easton Cowan and Fraser Minten.

With Keith Pelley now part of MLSE, Shanahan is essentially fighting for his job, potentially creating a power struggle with Treliving. Brendan Shanahan might push Treliving to trade prospects like Minten or Cowan to strengthen the roster and advance past the second round of the playoffs. This situation could lead to a more aggressive approach at the next trade deadline if Shanahan feels a major move is necessary to retain his position.

Source: MapleLeafs Daily
With his job on the line, Brendan Shanahan may do the unthinkable with the Leafs