The mystery behind Kyle Dubas' departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs has finally been unveiled, shattering the assumptions made by fans and pundits.
Contrary to the popular belief that Dubas sought family time, Maple Leafs President Brendan Shanahan disclosed a surprising twist.
Shanahan confirmed that the tipping point came when he received Dubas' counter-offer for a new deal. The revelation implies that financial negotiations played a pivotal role in the separation.
Reports indicate that Dubas had requested a substantial salary range of $6-7 million, while the Leafs' management was only willing to offer $4 million.
This discrepancy appears to have led Shanahan to conclude that a continued partnership with Dubas wasn't viable. As the hockey world grapples with this unforeseen revelation, the future of the Maple Leafs remains uncertain, with an arduous search for a new general manager ahead.