Leafs Lunch

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights jumping out to a 2-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Dreger also shares his thoughts on how Ivan Barbashev has set himself up for a big payday this summer after a strong playoff performance, why Auston Matthews holds all of the leverage in extension talks with the Leafs, Cole Caufield opting to forego a potentially bigger payday to remain in Montreal, and more.

Mike "Al's Brother" Distefano gives his opinions on the remaining front office staff and coaching staff and whether he believes they will be back next season or not.

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins the show to discuss how big of a surprise the Panthers have been, what has allowed them to get to the Finals, if Bobrovsky's contract would be worth it if the Panthers win the cup, who is the Conn Smythe favourite, if the Stars have any chance in game 4, how fast the Leafs need to find their next GM, how Matthews situation could play out and if Dubas will end up getting autonomy somewhere else.

Former NHLer and current TSN analyst Matt Kassian joins the show to discuss the current feelings in Edmonton surrounding the Oilers, how much the coaches in Edmonton and Toronto are to blame for the playoff struggles, what he thinks led to the Leafs' second-round struggles, how the conference finals have taken shape, what happened to the Oilers 5 on 5 play this season and what the goaltending situation could look like moving forward.

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins the show to discuss the bizarre locker cleanout press conferences yesterday for the leafs, what is going to happen with Dubas, what the future of the roster could look like, how could Nylander's contract change, if Bunting could find a way onto the roster, how important the Arizona Coyotes' arena vote today is and who his favourite to win the cup is.

In the first hour of today's show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano decide on what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' improbable comeback win against the Lightning. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to Darren Dreger about the latest Stanley Cup Playoffs news from around the league and BarDown's Jesse Pollock about how he's feeling about the state of the Jets.

Former Lightning Winger and current Bally Sports Sun Lightning Analyst Adam Hall joins the show to discuss the mood around the Lightning after game 1, what the difference between the two teams, the officiating in game 1, how big of a lose Hedman and Cernak could be and how the Leafs reset after the poor game 1

Toronto Sun Leafs Reporter Terry Koshan joins the show to discuss the disappointing game 1 showing by the Leafs, what Matthews and Marner, the line matching for game 2, the Bunting hit and potential suspension, Matthews Knies jumping in the lineup and who should start game 2.

Toronto Marlies Captain Logan Shaw joins Leafs Lunch to share what the biggest key to his success was this season, how the team has become a close group and the change in how AHL players are now regarded.

In the opening hour of Leafs Lunch Michael Distefano and Matthew Cauz are joined by TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson to look back on the Leafs' 7-1 victory over the weekend against the Montreal Canadiens. Michael and Matthew are then joined by University of Toronto Varsity Blues goaltender Jett Alexander to discuss his unlikely appearance during Saturday's victory.

Toronto Six Captain Shiann Darkangelo joins Leafs Lunch to look back on their victory at the Isobel Cup. Darkangelo shares her thoughts on the experience of bringing a title to the city of Toronto, what she is expecting when the Six throw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Blue Jays on April 16th, what it was like to play at Mullet Arena during the tournament, and more.

TSN Hockey Analyst Craig Button joins Julia Tocheri and Joshua Kloke to talk about why he has confidence Samsonov can be the ‘guy' for the Leafs in the postseason, if he has shown enough for the Leafs to sign him to a long-term deal, who has been the Leafs MVP so far this season and how special Connor McDavid's season has been.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and The Athletic's Joshua Kloke are joined by TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button to share why he is confident in Ilya Samsonov to handle the starting role in net come playoff time. Then Julia and Joshua talk to First Up's Carlo Colaiacovo about what the ideal defence pairings would be for the Leafs in the playoffs.

NHL Fantasy Editor, Host and Reporter, Anna Dua joins Julia and Luca to discuss the major storylines across the fantasy hockey world. Dua discusses Connor McDavid's extraordinary season and if he should own the "Gretzky" rule in hockey pools, Auston Matthews' stock rising and how players such as Jakob Chychrun and Patrick Kane fit on their new teams

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Luca Celebre talk to InGoal Magazine writer Kevin Woodley about who he thinks should start in net for the Leafs come playoff time. Then Julia and Luca are joined by NHL Fantasy editor, host and reporter, Anna Dua to discuss her favourite White Claw flavours and the fantasy hockey rankings around the league.

Writer for InGoal Magazine, Kevin Woodley joins Julia and Luca to discuss the major storylines around goaltenders across the NHL. Woodley dives into Maple Leafs' goaltending, who should start in the playoffs, the back-and-forth method, Linus Ullmark's historic season, the approach for Thatcher Demko and Andrei Vasilevskiy

In the first hour of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and BarDown's Luca Celebre get into how they would describe last night's comeback victory by the Leafs. Then Julia and Luca are joined by Host of The Leafs Morning Take, Nick Alberga, to recap the Maple Leafs' road trip and his thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's lineup adjustments.

Host of the Leafs Morning Take for The Leafs Nation, Nick Alberga joins Julia and Luca to recap the Maple Leafs 4-3 victory over the Devils. Alberga discusses the team's new-look lines, the approach of Ilya Samsonov and Matt Murray, Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty making a significant impact and the performance of Morgan Rielly

New Jersey Devils reporter Amanda Stein joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the last time the Leafs and Devils faced each other when the Devils had three goals disallowed, Timo Meier's much anticipated home debut, the similarities between the Devils and the Leafs and more.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano rank their Top-Five Stanley Cup Contenders now that the Trade Deadline has passed. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by New Jersey Devils lead reporter for NJD.tv, Amanda Stein, to preview tonight's matchup between the Devils and Maple Leafs as Timo Meier makes his home debut for New Jersey.

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Julia and Al's Brother to share his thoughts on how the Leafs will be impacted by losing Ryan O'Reilly for four weeks following surgery, his read on Tavares' situation and if there is a bit of load management at play with him sitting out against Devils, Sandin having an immediate impact with the Capitals and how Sheldon Keefe may handle his goaltending tandem in the playoffs.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano get into why it makes sense to give Ilya Samsonov the start against the Devils tonight. Then Julia and AB are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to discuss the breaking news that Ryan O'Reilly will be out for four weeks and how that impacts Sheldon Keefe's lineup.

TSN Senators reporter Claire Hanna joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the Senators playoff push after their 5-game win streak, what Jakob Chychrun has brought to the team and why this group has belief they can get into the postseason.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike Distefano are joined by TSN Senators reporter Claire Hanna to discuss the Sens' five-game winning streak and how Jakob Chychrun is fitting in with the team. Then Julia and Al's Brother take a look at some of the hottest takes from the group chats of Leafs Nation.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson to discuss the Leafs' weekend and the injury status of Ryan O'Reilly. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into why John Tavares was wearing the "Extras Grey" jersey in practice this morning.

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about Ryan O'Reilly's injury and how it impacts Keefe's lineup, how long it takes players to adjust to new teams, Michael Bunting's demotion to the third line, who is going to play with Morgan Rielly and why Jon Cooper benching his star players is not surprising.

In the second hour of today's trade deadline edition of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by OverDrive's Bryan Hayes to discuss the shift in Kyle Dubas' philosophy at the deadline. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to ESPN NHL reporter Kristen Shilton about whether she was surprised by some of the moves Dubas made, including the trade of Rasmus Sandin.

ESPN NHL reporter Kristen Shilton joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about how Dubas has given the core group their best opportunity to have success in the playoffs, what influence Jason Spezza has had in the front office, and why she was bit surprised to see Sandin traded.

OverDrive's Bryan Hayes joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about which of the players moved at the deadline could have the biggest impact with their new team and the shift in Kyle Dubas' philosophy at the deadline. Dubas has probably exceeded his own expectations

On the first hour of today's special Trade Deadline edition of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado in-studio to discuss the latest trade news and rumours ahead of today's trade deadline. Then Julia, AB and Frankie get into if the Leafs have any more needs to address before the deadline.

The Athletic's Flames reporter Julian McKenzie joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the pressure on Jacob Markström to get going, Jonathan Huberdeau looking to gain confidence, the Flames playoff push and if they may look to make moves before the deadline.

TSN Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the emotional week it's been for the team with players coming and going, when Luke Schenn could make his debut, if Matt Murray's return is close and how Auston Matthews and the Leafs top players will respond after a tough loss to the Oilers.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to get his thoughts on Sam Lafferty and Jake McCabe's debuts last night. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to The Athletic Flames reporter Julian McKenzie about tonight's matchup between Calgary and the Leafs.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button to discuss the Maple Leafs' inability to show up against the Oilers and how Morgan Rielly can get back on track. Then Julia and Al's Brother decide on what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' loss to the Oilers.

TSN Hockey Analyst Craig Button joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the Leafs best players not showing up in Edmonton but why he's not putting too much stock in one game, how to get Morgan Reilly back on track, two goalies the Leafs could target before the deadline, David Pastrnak's new deal, and how Bill Armstrong mismanaged the Jakob Chychrun situation.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk TSN hockey analyst Matt Kassian about how teams in the Western Conference are approaching the deadline and what is still to be done by the Oilers. Then Julia and Al's Brother play another edition of "Word Association Wednesday".

TSN Hockey Analyst and Former NHLer Matt Kassian joins the show to discuss how teams out West are viewing the Eastern Conference right now, how top Western teams are approaching the deadline, what is still to be done by the Oilers, how impressive Connor McDavid's season has been, if the goaltending tandem is enough to take them where they want to go and how Hyman's season has impressed.

In the first hour of today's show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey insider Chris Johnston to recap all of the craziness that has happened ahead of the trade deadline. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into why Kyle Dubas has decided this is the year to go all-in and what makes this season different.

TSN hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins the show to discuss the last 72 hours, what the Leafs could still have up their sleeve, where some of the goaltending options could end up, how the Rasmus Sandin trade came to be, the risk level for Kyle Dubas, Edmonton's Ekholm move and where Chychrun might end up.

Host of the Blue Crew podcast Jonny Lazarus joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about where Patrick Kane could fit into the Rangers lineup, if he is a luxury add, the renewed rivalry between New Jersey and the Rangers given the recent blockbuster moves from both teams and how the Maple Leafs match up against other Eastern Conference contenders.

Former defenceman and current Chicago Blackhawks analyst Colby Cohen joins Julia and Al's Brother to discuss what Jake McCabe will bring to the Leafs lineup, how Sam Lafferty can become an effective contributor to the Leafs bottom 6 and the vibe around the Blackhawks organization with the possibility of Kane leaving.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Chicago Blackhawks analyst Colby Cohen about what Leafs fans can expect from the newly acquired Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by host of the Blue Crew Pod, Jonny Lazarus, to discuss the buzz around New York for Patrick Kane.

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about which defenceman the Oilers may target before the deadline, what additional moves the Leafs may need to make to get cap compliant and when he anticipates Patrick Kane will be traded to the Rangers will be completed.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano assess yesterday's trade and Kyle Dubas' comments to the media. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to dive deeper into the big move made by the Leafs to acquire Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Maple Leafs play-by-play voice Joe Bowen about how impressed he's been with William Nylander as of late. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to delve into the breaking news of the Leafs acquiring Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty from the Blackhawks.

Former Leafs defenceman and TSN Hockey analyst Frank Corrado joins Julia and Al's Brother to react to the Leafs trading for Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty, what those guys bring to the Leafs lineup and who may be the odd man out on the blueline with this addition.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson who weighs in on the Leafs' weekend and the flurry of trades happening across the league. Then Julia and Al's Brother decide what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' win against the Kraken on Sunday.

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about the Timo Meier trade to New Jersey, if Tampa overpaid for Tanner Jeannot, if it's time to give Matthews a run with Marner, and why Timothy Liljegren has shown he's ready to have a prominent role in the playoffs.

TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins Julia and Al's Brother to discuss if Matt Murray is progressing towards a return, Mark Giordano closing in on the all-time shot block record and if the Bruins acquiring Dimitri Orlov has put any added pressure on the Leafs to trade for a defenceman.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to former NHLer and Minnesota Wild colour analyst, Ryan Carter, about tonight's matchup between the Wild and Leafs. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to get an update from Leafs morning skate.

Former NHLer and Minnesota Wild colour analyst Ryan Carter joins Leafs Lunch to talk about his time playing under Randy Carlyle, memories from his first ever NHL game which happened to be a playoff game, Kirill Kaprizov's importance and how the Wild may approach the deadline.