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John Gruden on the Calder Cup Final, Easton Cowan & His NHL Coaching Future
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- Leafs Morning Take
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- Jun 12, 2026
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- 925
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Summary
Nick Alberga catches up with Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden ahead of the Calder Cup Final. Gruden breaks down the Marlies' playoff run, the team's resilient identity, and the passionate fan support that's helped fuel their success. He also previews the matchup with the Chicago Wolves, explaining why their style closely mirrors that of their NHL affiliate, the Carolina Hurricanes. Plus, Gruden discusses Easton Cowan's impressive postseason, Jacob Quillan's status, Artur Akhtyamov's stellar play between the pipes, and Ben Danford's rapid development since joining the Marlies. To wrap things up, Gruden addresses Toronto's ongoing coaching search, his NHL aspirations, and why he believes he's ready for the next step whenever that opportunity comes. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.