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BREAKING NEWS - John Ferguson attempted to fire Paul Maurice - SPORTSNET

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Sportsnet.ca - Chaos continues to surround the Maple Leafs, as it has been reported that general manager John Ferguson attempted to fire head coach Paul Maurice last week but was not allowed to do so.

As discussed in Monday's Toronto Sun, several sources confirmed with the paper that the Leafs are frantically searching for Ferguson's replacement.

It has been reported that in recent days, informal talks have been had with ex-Leaf goaltender Glenn Healy, as well as NHL vice-president Colin Campbell.

Other rumoured candidates in a revamped front office include Mark Messier, Steve Yzerman and Ron Francis.

So many rumours floating around right now. I hope that it is a sign something will be done. However, the concept of Maurice being to balme for coaching the team he was given is almost laughable. Granted maybe he could do a bit better, but its pretty hard to get water from a stone.