Don Cherry issues bold statement on Kyle Dubas

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Skyler Walker
November 27, 2023 (11:36)

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The Toronto Maple Leafs faced off against their former general manager, Kyle Dubas, and his new team, the Pittsburgh Penguins, over the weekend. This brought attention to Dubas' time in Toronto after his surprising firing last summer by Maple Leafs President Brendan Shanahan.

During the Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, the panel praised Dubas for his leadership with the Maple Leafs, sparking discussions about his legacy. However, not everyone shares the same opinion.

On his podcast, veteran NHL analyst Don Cherry criticized his former Hockey Night in Canada colleagues for praising Dubas while being critical of the ex-Maple Leafs general manager.

"I don't think he did a good job," said Cherry. "I don't understand. The salary cap... he maxed that out, he didn't get by the second round, I just don't think he did a good job."

Cherry questioned the sincerity of the praise, suggesting that the panel may be diplomatic in their public comments.

"They are gonna meet Dubas in the hall, what are they gonna do say something bad about him?" asked Cherry.

While Dubas has received acclaim from many quarters for his work in Toronto, Cherry stands firm in his differing opinion, emphasizing his belief that Dubas' tenure was not as successful as some might suggest.