Maple Leafs' David Kampf Contemplates Future After AHL Demotion
Toronto Maple Leafs centre David Kampf is currently away from the team, considering his future after beginning the season in the American Hockey League (AHL). The 30-year-old was waived at the season's start and assigned to the Toronto Marlies, where he appeared in four games and recorded one assist.
Possible Resolution Soon
TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston discussed Kampf's situation on the latest Insider Trading segment, suggesting a decision 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."
Contract and Career Background
- Kampf is in the third year of a four-year, $9.6 million contract, with an average annual value of $2.4 million.
- An undrafted free agent, he signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks in May 2017 and played four seasons there.
- He joined the Maple Leafs as a free agent in 2021, initially on a two-year deal.
- After posting 26 and 27 points in his first two Toronto seasons, Kampf signed a four-year extension in June 2023.
Recent Performance
Kampf has struggled in the 2024-25 season, his first under head coach Craig Berube. He scored five goals and totaled 13 points across 59 games, with a career-low average ice time of 12:24 per game.
Summary: David Kampf faces uncertainty with the Maple Leafs after an AHL stint, as the team and player explore his future amid recent on-ice struggles.