Maple Leafs hire Andy O’Brien as new strength and conditioning coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs have appointed Andy O’Brien as their head strength and conditioning coach, a significant change for the team this offseason. O'Brien, previously known for training Sidney Crosby, is expected to enhance player recovery and durability after a season marred by injuries, particularly to captain Auston Matthews. His hiring follows other notable shifts in the Maple Leafs organization, including the hiring of Jim Hiller as head coach. O'Brien's arrival may greatly impact the team's preparation heading into the upcoming 2026-27 season.
- •Maple Leafs hire Andy O’Brien as head strength and conditioning coach
- •O’Brien is known for training Sidney Crosby and other NHL stars
- •Toronto dealt with significant injuries, including to Auston Matthews
- •Jim Hiller was hired as the new head coach this offseason
- •O’Brien's role is crucial for player health heading into 2026-27
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Really Good Hire’ — Former Maple Leafs Veteran Lauds Toronto’s Decision to Hire Sidney Crosby’s Trainer
"The Toronto Maple Leafs have made another significant change during an eventful offseason, adding longtime performance specialist Andy O’Brien as the organization’s new head strength and conditioning coach. Best known as Sidney Crosby’s longtime trainer, O’Brien has built a reputation as one of the most respected figures in hockey performance and recovery.
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