History of John Chayka in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 4, 2026

John Chayka is the current general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs and a former general manager for the Arizona Coyotes of the NHL. He previously served as assistant general manager for the Coyotes. Before his NHL career, Chayka was involved with Stathletes, an analytics company. He completed his education at the Ivey Business School at the University of Western Ontario.

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June 9, 1989: John Chayka Born

On June 9, 1989, John Chayka was born. He is a Canadian hockey executive.

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2012: Coyotes Playoff Berth

In 2012, the Arizona Coyotes clinched their first playoff berth since 2012, during Chayka's time as general manager.

May 2016: Named General Manager of Arizona Coyotes

In May 2016, John Chayka became the general manager of the Arizona Coyotes, making him the youngest general manager in NHL history at age 26.

July 26, 2020: Resigned from Arizona Coyotes

On July 26, 2020, John Chayka abruptly resigned from his position as general manager of the Arizona Coyotes, one day before the start of the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs.

2020: Coyotes Forfeit Draft Picks

In 2020, the Arizona Coyotes were forced to forfeit their second-round selection in the 2020 draft and their first-round pick in the 2021 draft because Chayka and the Coyotes hosted a private scouting combine for draft prospects.

January 25, 2021: Suspended by NHL

On January 25, 2021, John Chayka was suspended from working in the NHL for the remainder of the 2021 calendar year due to "conduct detrimental to the league and game."