Maple Leafs' David Kampf Away from Team, Considering Future After AHL Demotion
Toronto Maple Leafs centre David Kampf is currently away from the team as he contemplates his career following a demotion to the AHL. At 30 years old, Kampf was placed on waivers early in the season and assigned to the Toronto Marlies.
Recent Performance and Status
Kampf played four games with the Marlies, contributing one assist. According to TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston on the Thursday edition of Insider Trading, a resolution regarding Kampf's situation with the Maple Leafs could be reached by the weekend.
“They’ve got a lot of forwards up and down the organization, and one whose status has been a little bit unclear in the last week is David Kampf. He’s been away from the Toronto Marlies, pondering his future, what he wants to do next. I’m told that could be coming to a resolution by this weekend. Could even see Kampf rejoin the Marlies. We’ll see what happens there.”
Contract and Career Background
- Kampf is in the third season of a four-year contract worth $9.6 million, with an average annual value (AAV) of $2.4 million.
- An undrafted free agent, he signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks in May 2017, spending four seasons there.
- He joined the Maple Leafs in 2021 on a two-year deal and scored 26 and 27 points in his first two seasons.
- In June 2023, Kampf signed a four-year extension with Toronto.
2024-25 Season Challenges
During the 2024-25 season, Kampf faced difficulties under head coach Craig Berube. He managed five goals and 13 points in 59 games, with ice time averaging a career-low 12 minutes and 24 seconds per game.
Summary: David Kampf is at a crossroads in his hockey career after spending early 2025-26 in the AHL, with the Maple Leafs and player expected to resolve his status soon.
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