The search for a new president of the Toronto Raptors has resulted in the decision to further extend the contract of General Manager Bobby Webster. Going forward, Webster will lead the team as General Manager with the support of MLSE leadership, MLSE President and Chief Executive Officer Keith Pelley announced Monday. The team will not appoint a president at this time.
“Going through this comprehensive process this summer and meeting with external candidates played a critical role in arriving at this decision as it made clear that we already have the right person leading the Raptors in-house. When we weighed the many considerations, including roster construction, team culture and competitive landscape, it made perfect sense to officially hand the team to Bobby and give him the time and su