Maple Leafs' David Kampf Away, Considering Future After AHL Demotion
Toronto Maple Leafs centre David Kampf is currently away from the team, reflecting on his future after starting this season in the American Hockey League (AHL). The 30-year-old was placed on waivers early in the season and assigned to the Toronto Marlies, where he appeared in four games and registered one assist.
Current Status and Potential Resolution
TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston reported on the Insider Trading podcast that a resolution regarding Kampf’s situation with the Maple Leafs could come 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.” — Chris Johnston
Contract and Career Background
- Kampf is in the third year of a four-year contract worth $9.6 million, with an average annual value (AAV) of $2.4 million.
- He began his NHL career as an undrafted free agent, signing a two-year entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks in May 2017.
- Kampf played four seasons with Chicago before signing a two-year deal with the Maple Leafs in 2021.
- After posting 26 and 27 points in his first two seasons in Toronto, he signed a four-year extension in June 2023.
Recent Performance Challenges
Kampf has faced difficulties in the 2024-25 season, his first under head coach Craig Berube. He registered five goals and 13 points over 59 games, while his average ice time dropped to a career-low 12 minutes and 24 seconds per game.
Summary: David Kampf’s current absence from the Maple Leafs stems from struggles this season and contract commitments, with his next steps possibly becoming clear by the weekend.
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