Mike Babcock fired as coach of Toronto Maple Leafs

TORONTO -- Toronto Maple Leafs’ Mike Babcock has been relieved as head coach, the team confirms. In a statement, the team's president announced they have hired Sheldon Keefe, the head coach of the Toronto Marlies, as the new head coach of the Maple Leafs. “Over parts of the last five seasons, Mike has played an integral role in changing the direction of our franchise,” Brendan Shanahan said. “Mike’s commitment and tireless work ethic has put our organization in a be