Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment promoted from within to fill their vacant president and chief operating officer position on Tuesday, choosing former vice president Tom Anselmi for the role. But we want to know: who would you have picked from within MLSE to run the profitable (yet less-than-successful) Maple Leafs, Raptors and Toronto FC?
Here are a few choices we think might have offered some competition to Anselmi and a reason why the individual may be the right person (or fictional character, as the case may be) to run the show and bring a championship to Toronto:
1. Bryan Colangelo
Pro: Stylish executive that isn't afraid to gamble on risky trades to get his organization ahead.
Con: The fear is that during important meetings (like Raptors games) he would only stand in the entrance with his arms folded.
2. Brian Burke
Pro: Steadfast in his beliefs, fiercely loyal to his employees and has won a league championship in the past.
Con: His inability to tighten his tie may make the office too "casual-Friday" for MLSE's liking.
3. Carlton the Bear
Pro: Fan favourite that will never get in trouble for something he says to the media.
Con: Only has one move, which is to repeatedly pound the glass. Might make for an attention-grabber during boardroom meetings, but might not make for the best work environment.
So, what do you think? Let us know which MLSE employee would make a good alternative as president, or fill in your own suggestions in the comments.
Our three alternative presidential candidates to promote from within MLSE are (from left) Bryan Colangelo, Brian Burke and Carlton the Bear. (Getty Images/CBCSports.ca)
