Report: Maple Leafs suspend David Kampf without pay for refusing to report to AHL’s Toronto Marlies

Maple Leafs Suspend David Kampf Without Pay

The relationship between the Toronto Maple Leafs and David Kampf has deteriorated over the past year and recently reached a critical point. Kampf was not included in the Maple Leafs’ roster out of training camp, marking the first time since the 2017-18 season that he was omitted from an NHL opening night lineup.

According to league sources, Kampf has been suspended without pay by the Maple Leafs for refusing to report to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Toronto Marlies. This suspension means the Leafs are not currently subject to the $1.25 million buried cap charge typically applied when a player is in the minors.

David Kampf is suspended without pay by #LeafsForever for leaving their AHL team, and therefore the Leafs are not currently incurring the $1.25M buried Cap Charge for him while in the minors.

The Leafs have confirmed that Kampf's return to the AHL is part of ongoing efforts to find an amicable resolution to the situation. The expectation is that this matter will be settled soon once he reports back.

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The suspension of David Kampf highlights growing tensions with the Maple Leafs, with both sides aiming to resolve the conflict quickly and professionally.

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