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Maple Leafs Suspend David Kampf Without Pay

An unexpected turn has emerged in the David Kampf case. The Toronto Maple Leafs have suspended Kampf without pay after he left their AHL affiliate, the Toronto Marlies.

Insider Insight

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has been reporting on this situation over the past week. He noted the possibility this situation could end with Kampf’s contract being terminated. On his podcast, Friedman said:

“I don’t know exactly what was said…but Kampf did leave players with the Marlies [Leafs’ AHL affiliate] with the impression that he was going to terminate his contract.”

Financial Implications

According to Puckpedia, the suspension means the Maple Leafs no longer carry Kampf’s salary cap hit while he was with the AHL team. This could save the team $1.25 million this season and $1.75 million in the next season.

Possible Outcomes

Contract termination: Both Kampf and the Maple Leafs would part ways, freeing the team from his contract and allowing Kampf to sign elsewhere.
Trade: While a trade remains an option, it appears unlikely.

Next Steps

If Kampf’s contract is terminated, he can pursue opportunities with other NHL teams to regain lost earnings.

Related News

Reports have indicated that David Kampf might be stepping away from the Maple Leafs.

Author’s summary: The suspension of David Kampf by the Maple Leafs without pay points toward a likely contract termination, allowing both sides to part ways and giving Kampf a chance to continue his career elsewhere.

The Hockey Writers — 2025-11-07