In a surprising move, Carbery has signed a new multi-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, returning to an organization where he previously served as an assistant coach.
Sources close to the situation say negotiations between Carbery and Toronto accelerated over the past week, culminating in today’s announcement. The Maple Leafs, who recently parted ways with head coach Sheldon Keefe, view Carbery as a strategic, fresh leader to guide their core of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander.
Carbery led the Capitals through a transitional season, finishing just outside the playoff bubble. Despite the team’s struggles, he was praised for developing young talent and maintaining competitiveness amid injuries and roster turnover.
The Capitals are now expected to launch an immediate coaching search. Names like Bruce Boudreau, Todd Reirden, and even current AHL standouts are being floated as possible replacements.
More updates to follow as details emerge about Carbery’s contract terms and the Capitals’ coaching search
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