Jim Hiller last coached the Los Angeles Kings. Luke Hales / Getty ImagesJune 17, 2026 9:08 am EDT Updated Jim Hiller has been named head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs.The 57-year-old most recently spent two seasons as head coach in Los Angeles, getting fired on March 1.
Prior to that, he had extensive experience as a NHL assistant coach, including a four-year stint with the Maple Leafs from 2015-2019.Hiller’s hiring comes after an extensive search to replace Craig Berube.Berube was fired on May 13 after a 28th-place finish by the Leafs.This story will be updated.Jun 17, 2026Connections: Sports EditionSpot the pattern. Connect the termsFind the hidden link between sports terms
