Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka discusses the team’s four-game winning streak, the possibility of adding a defenceman via trade, and the development of young stars Gavin McKenna and Easton Cowan.

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka spoke with reporters in Calgary on Monday, addressing the team's defensive needs, roster development, and player progress amid a four-game winning streak. Chayka indicated that while improving team defence remains a priority, he is relying on internal structural improvements rather than rushing into a trade, though he remains open to market opportunities.
Chayka also praised the development of young forwards Gavin McKenna and Easton Cowan, backed head coach Jim Hiller's handling of McKenna's ice time, and expressed confidence in goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky. Additionally, Chayka provided injury updates, noting that defenceman Chris Tanev has resumed non-contact skating, while John Tavares and Max Domi continue their respective recoveries.
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