Brendan Shanahan will not be returning as president of the Maple Leafs, ending the Hall of Fame player-turned-executive’s tenure after 11 years, nine playoff appearances, and no trips beyond the second round of the playoffs.

Brendan Shanahan is out as Maple Leafs president, ending the Hall of Famer's tenure after 11 years and 9 playoff appearances -- but none beyond the second round.

“Pelley says he’s NOT looking to replace Shanahan but rather will look to work closer with Brad Treliving, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reported from Pelley's press conference. “So the Leafs GM reporting directly to Pelley.”