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Maple Leafs name John Chayka GM, Mats Sundin senior adviser
Nov 19, 2023; Stockholm, SWE; Mats Sundin during a Global Series NHL hockey game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Minnesota Wild at Avicii Arena. Mandatory Credit: Per Haljestam-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs hired John Chayka as their next general manager and confirmed team legend Mats Sundin will join the front office in an advisory role Sunday.
The tandem will be introduced in a press conference Monday afternoon.
“Today is an important day for the Toronto Maple Leafs organization,” Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment president and CEO Keith Pelley said in a statement. “I’m thrilled to welcome John and Mats to their roles, two great hockey minds that will strengthen our entire hockey club. From the start of this process, it’s been about building a championship-caliber team for our fans and our city and today is an important step towards that goal.”
Chayka, 36, was general manager of the Arizona Coyotes from 2016-20, the youngest GM in the NHL at the time. A native of Ontario, Chayka has not worked in the league since stepping down abruptly in July 2020 and receiving a suspension from the NHL the following year.
Chayka was found to have “breached his obligation to the club” by terminating his Coyotes’ contract with three years remaining to pursue other jobs. Later, the NHL docked two high draft picks from Arizona after learning Chayka and the club held a private scouting combine for prospects in violation of league regulations.
During his tenure with the Coyotes, they ended an eight-year playoff drought by making the postseason field during the COVID-impacted 2019-20 season.
“I’m honored to join the Toronto Maple Leafs organization and excited to work alongside Mats and the entire organization,” Chayka said in a statement. “This is one of hockey’s most historic franchises, with a passionate fan base who want to win. I’m focused on building a team that is competitive, driven and relentless — one that is in the best position to win for our fans and for the city of Toronto.”
Sundin, 55, will return Toronto and assume the title of senior executive adviser of hockey operations. The Maple Leafs said in their announcement that Sundin will “provide support across hockey operations, with a focus on team culture, player development and leadership support.”
Sundin is the Leafs’ all-time leader in points (987), a Hockey Hall of Famer and a fan favorite.
“This fan base deserves greatness and I am grateful for the opportunity to help this team, organization and city achieve that,” Sundin said in a statement. “My love for the Maple Leafs and the city of Toronto is an important part of who I am and who I will always be. I look forward to working closely with John as we both recognize the incredible opportunity and responsibility to win here in Toronto.”
–Field Level Media
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Braves activate closer Raisel Iglesias from injured list
Apr 1, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Raisel Iglesias (26) pitches against the Athletics during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves activated right-hander Raisel Iglesias from the injured list Tuesday and designated right-hander Carlos Carrasco for assignment.
Iglesias, 36, last pitched on April 19 and has been out with right shoulder inflammation.
In eight relief outings this season, Iglesias has five saves and has not allowed a run over 8 2/3 innings. In 12 career seasons, he is 42-55 with a 2.86 ERA and 258 saves over 608 appearances (21 starts) for the Cincinnati Reds (2015-20), Los Angeles Angels (2021-22) and Braves.
Carrasco, 39, was designated for assignment for the second time by the Braves this season and the third time since August. In two outings (2 1/3 innings) this season he has not allowed a run.
A veteran of 17 major league seasons, Carrasco is 112-105 with a 4.22 ERA in 337 appearances (286 starts) for the Cleveland Indians/Guardians (2009-20, 2024), New York Mets (2021-23), New York Yankees (2025) and Braves.
The Braves also sent left-hander Dylan Dodd (back) on a rehab assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett, while shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (finger) had his rehab assignment transferred from Double-A Columbus to Triple-A Gwinnett.
–Field Level Media
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After an 0-5 start, Marlins DFA right-hander Chris Paddack
Apr 10, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Marlins pitcher Chris Paddack (33) throws a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images After another rocky start Sunday, the Marlins designated veteran right-hander Chris Paddack for assignment on Tuesday and recalled right-hander William Kempner from Triple-A Jacksonville.
Paddack, 30, gave up seven runs on six hits with three walks over 2 2/3 innings on Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies. The outing came after a promising start against the Los Angeles Dodgers last week when he allowed two runs over four innings.
In seven starts this season, his first with Miami, Paddack was 0-5 with a 7.63 ERA and was tied for the major league lead with 26 earned runs allowed, entering Tuesday’s play.
Over eight major league seasons, Paddack is 32-41 with a 4.79 ERA in 125 appearances (116 starts) for the San Diego Padres (2019-21), Minnesota Twins (2022-25), Detroit Tigers (2025) and Marlins.
Kempner, who is poised to make his major league debut, was 0-3 with a 6.46 ERA in 12 relief appearances at Jacksonville. He has three saves and 34 strikeouts in 15 1/3 innings.
The 24-year-old was a third-round draft pick by the San Francisco Giants in 2022.
–Field Level Media
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Reports: Giants sign DT DJ Reader to two-year deal
Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Detroit Lions defensive tackle DJ Reader (98) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Veteran defensive tackle DJ Reader is signing a two-year deal with the New York Giants, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.
The contract is reportedly worth $12.5 million, but can escalate to $15.5 if the 10-year veteran reaches incentives.
Reader started all 17 games last season with the Detroit Lions. He had 28 total tackles and four quarterback hits during his second season in Detroit.
A 2016 fifth-round draft pick by Houston, the former Clemson standout spent four seasons with the Texans (2016-2020) and four with the Cincinnati Bengals (2021-24).
Reader, 32, has played in at least 14 games in seven of his 10 seasons. In 137 games (128 starts), he has 328 total tackles, 27 tackles for loss, and 12.5 sacks.
The Giants traded three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati for the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Lawrence followed Reader as a defensive tackle at Clemson, playing for Dabo Sweeney from 2016-18.
–Field Level Media
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