Leafs Morning Take

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 4-3 OT loss to the Los Angeles Kings, as the Leafs' winless skid stretches to four games. The guys react to John Tavares' continued heater, Dennis Hildeby's strong showing, and what's going wrong in crunch time. Plus, 2x Stanley Cup champion and former Leaf Dave Bolland stops by the show. Also, the boys look ahead to Saturday night's visit to Chicago, where Toronto desperately needs to snap the skid and reset their season.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Two-time Stanley Cup champion & former Maple Leaf Dave Bolland joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a no-nonsense look at Toronto's shaky 8-8-2 start and the growing panic around Leafs Nation. Bolland reflects on his time in Chicago's dynasty era and breaks down how strong leadership groups kept tough stretches from spiralling — and whether the Leafs can learn from those championship habits today.From the elite standards set by Toews, Kane, and Hossa to the unique, unforgiving pressure that comes with wearing the Maple Leaf, Bolland offers rare insight into what truly separates contenders from pretenders. He also dives into the mindset behind scoring massive goals on the sport's biggest stages and how Toronto can develop that long-missing killer instinct.If “The Rat” were inside the Leafs' dressing room right now, what message would he deliver? And does he believe this team ultimately finds its way out of this slump?Find out as the boys go deep with a player who's lived it — in Toronto, in Chicago, and at the very top of the hockey world.

Former NHLer and Energy Line co-host Nate Thompson joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down the Leafs' recent matchup with the Kings and what Toronto needs to do to win without Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz. Thompson weighs in on Matthews' injury, Stolarz calling out the team early in the season, and whether this Leafs group can pull themselves out of their current funk. Plus, the guys chat about Craig Berube's approach and what it's really like inside an NHL dressing room when there's noise swirling around the team.

Toronto is reeling, and Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are back to break down a massive home showdown between the Maple Leafs and the Los Angeles Kings. The Leafs have dropped three straight, surrendered 5+ goals in seven of their first 17 games, and now sit in one of the worst slumps of the Auston Matthews era. With fans already calling for Craig Berube's job and emotions boiling over, the pressure is reaching a breaking point.And now the bombshell: Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz have been officially ruled out for tonight's game. Nick & Rosey dig into what losing their franchise center and newly elevated starting goaltender means for Toronto's lineup, how the Leafs can patch the holes, and whether this becomes the breaking point in an already fragile season.They'll also examine Joseph Woll's AHL conditioning game, how he looked, what it means for the Leafs' short-term plans, and when he could realistically return to the NHL crease.Plus, former NHLer — and Energy Line with Nate & JSB co-host — Nate Thompson joins the show to give his perspective on the Leafs' slump, the Kings matchup, and the rising heat on Berube.Tune in live for full analysis, reaction, and fan takes as the Leafs stare down another must-watch moment in a season already overflowing with drama.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by former Maple Leafs defenceman Tomas Kaberle to break down Toronto's ugly start and their current three-game losing skid. Kaberle shares his thoughts on what's gone wrong defensively, what needs to change, and whether he believes this team can figure it out long-term. Plus, he reacts to Morgan Rielly passing him for sixth all-time in assists — and second among defencemen — in Leafs history. To wrap things up, Kaberle looks back on his time playing alongside Zdeno Chara and Alex Mogilny, who were both recently inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap a nightmare night in Boston, where the Maple Leafs dropped their third straight — a 5-3 loss that has fans sounding the alarm. The boys break down what went wrong, the latest on Anthony Stolarz's upper-body injury, and the concern surrounding Auston Matthews after he left the game with a lower-body issue. Plus, former Leaf great & 2011 Stanley Cup champion Tomas Kaberle drops by the show.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill get you set for Toronto's visit to Boston, where the Leafs look to rebound after an ugly weekend on home ice that saw them surrender 10 goals and play some brutal defence. Brandon Carlo will make his return to Boston for the first time since being traded to Toronto, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this Original Six matchup.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap a rough weekend for the Maple Leafs, who dropped back-to-back games on home ice — 5-3 to Boston & 5-4 to Carolina. The boys break down what went wrong, who needs to step up, & whether it's time to start panicking over Toronto's ugly defensive play.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill get you set for a big weekend of hockey as the Leafs host the Bruins and Hurricanes in a back-to-back at Scotiabank Arena. Brandon Carlo faces his former team for the first time, while Fraser Minten returns to Toronto. Plus, the Leafs will pay tribute to the Hockey Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 — featuring former Leafs Joe Thornton & Alexander Mogilny.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 5-3 win over Utah — their third straight victory. Matias Maccelli made a statement in his first game against his former team, picking up a goal and an assist, while John Tavares was honoured pregame for reaching the 500-goal milestone and added a goal and an assist of his own. Plus, the boys dissect Easton Cowan's demotion to the AHL & the next steps for Joseph Woll as he inches closer to a potential return.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips get you set for Toronto's home clash with the Utah Mammoth. Mattias Maccelli is slated to face his former team for the first time, while Scott Laughton is expected to make his long-awaited season debut after suffering a lower-body injury in training camp. Also, former NHLer/Marlie & co-host of Home By 3, Jordan Schmaltz, drops by to dish on Toronto's 7-5-1 start.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former NHLer/Marlie turned podcast host (Home By 3) joined Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to preview Toronto's home tilt with the Utah Mammoth. Schmaltz dished on his brother Nick, who plays for the Mammoth & could become an unrestricted free agent in July 1. Nick played with William Nylander growing up, so naturally Jordan had a few Nylander stories to tell. Additionally, Schmaltz dished on Toronto's 7-5-1 start, Craig Berube's impact, & the Leafs' ongoing search for an identity.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's wild 4-3 comeback win over Pittsburgh — a game that saw the Leafs explode for four unanswered goals in the third period after looking lifeless through the first two frames. Plus, 2x Stanley Cup champion Darryl Sutter stops by to share his thoughts on Toronto's start to the season and what he's seen from Craig Berube's group so far.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The 2x Stanley Cup champion head coach joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to recap Toronto's 4-3 crazy come-from-behind win over Pittsburgh. Sutter weighed in on the Leafs' ability to flip a switch & what the messaging from Craig Berube would be after a game like that. Additionally, he dished on Chris Tanev's worth & what the Leafs need to do to stabilize things defensively moving forward. Lastly, Sutter dissected Toronto's Cup hopes & if he thinks they're built for post-season success.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 5-2 win in Philadelphia — a game that had a bit of everything. The boys dive into the latest on Chris Tanev after he was stretchered off in the third period, and what his absence could mean moving forward. Additionally, they tee up Monday night's clash at Scotiabanka Arena with Kyle Dubas' Pittsburgh Penguins. Plus, TSN's James Duthie drops by for a chat.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The TSN host joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to give his thoughts on Toronto's 6-5-1 start. Firstly, he dished on the Blue Jays heartbreak, & ultimately, what the Leafs can learn from the sports team down the road from them. After that, he weighed in on expectation, pressure, & the Leafs' ongoing search for an identity. Lastly, Duthie promoted his new book (Certified Beauties: More Of Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories).

The legendary play by play voice of the Maple Leafs joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill. He weighed in on Toronto's rocky October & where the team goes from here. Additionally, Bowen dished on the new additions & what the team needs to do get things back on track. Also, Bowen apologized - which he didn't need to - for his call of John Tavares' 500th career goal. Lastly, he previewed November 14th, the night Joe will be getting roasted as part of a celebrity roast in Markham MC'ed by Jesse Ralph, the son of Joe's long-time broadcast partner Jim.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's ugly 6-3 loss in Columbus — a night that saw John Tavares notch his 500th career goal. They dive into what went wrong, why October always seems to be a rollercoaster for the Leafs, and what needs to change as the season rolls on. Additionally, Prime Monday Night Hockey's Andi Petrillo drops by to dish on her new book & Toronto rocky start to the 2025-26 campaign.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The long-time sportscaster joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to promote her new book (Just Call Me Andi: Sports Stories From A Trailblazer). Additionally, she weighed in on Toronto's rocky October (5-5-1), where they go from here, and what's been happing in the Atlantic Division to start the season.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's 4-3 win over Calgary, breaking down the key storylines from another tight game at Scotiabank Arena. Plus, they look ahead to the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs hit the road to face the Blue Jackets in Columbus. Additionally, Maple Leafs team host Ryan Leslie drops by the show once again. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Maple Leafs team host joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to recap Toronto's 4-3 win over Calgary & look ahead to the Columbus game, too. Additionally, he dished on Matthew Knies, John Tavares, Max Domi, & the level of urgency behind the scenes over the rollercoaster first month. Leslie also some shed some light on Joseph Woll's return and Scott Laughton's, too.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview Toronto's home date with the Calgary Flames. John Tavares is sitting on 499 career goals — can he hit the 500 mark on home ice? Plus, it's another return for Nazem Kadri, whose name is once again surfacing in trade rumours. Also, Matt Stajan, who played for both the Leafs & Flames, drops by the show.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Leaf & Flame joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to weigh in John Tavares' pursuit of 500 goals & what it was like to be on team when Mats Sundin hit the milestone. Additionally, he dished on Auston Matthews, Calgary's ugly start, and the importance of having a strong October.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's weekend split with the Buffalo Sabres. The boys discuss John Tavares closing in on 500 career goals, Joseph Woll's return, & the team's ongoing injury concerns. Plus, Daily Faceoff's Matthew Barnaby drops by to dissect the Leafs' 4-4-1 start.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former NHLer & Daily Faceoff contributor joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto's twin bill with the Buffalo Sabres. He dished on Jake McCabe lowering the boom on both Bowen Byram & Alex Tuch. Additionally, Barnaby broke down what makes John Tavares great. In addition to that, we talked Atlantic Division and where the Leafs are at as they approach the 10 game mark of the early season.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the latest from Leafs camp as Toronto gears up for a back-to-back with Buffalo. With Chris Tanev sidelined and Phil Myers set to make his season debut, the blue line is in flux. Morgan Rielly's weekend status remains uncertain, & Nick Robertson looks likely to sit Friday night as a healthy scratch. Tune in for a full preview and what all this means for the Leafs moving forward.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dissect the latest from Maple Leafs practice. Chris Tanev lands on IR, Scott Laughton's inching closer to returning, & Craig Berube had little to offer in terms of an update on Joseph Woll. The boys break it all down & what it means for the Leafs heading into their back-to-back with Buffalo. Plus, former Leaf/NHL Network Analyst Brian Boyle drops by the show.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Leaf/NHL Network Analyst joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to weigh in on Toronto's 3-3-1 start. He discussed the lifeless loss to New Jersey, Craig Berube, and the brand/style the Leafs are trying to play. Additionally, he weighed in on the Atlantic Division —as a whole.

Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips break down the Maple Leafs' ugly 5–2 loss to the Devils on home ice. After Anthony Stolarz called out his teammates in the media on Saturday, Toronto had a chance to respond — but didn't. The boys dissect another flat effort, what it says about the group's mentality, and where the Leafs go from here. Plus, former Leaf/TSN Hockey Analyst Frankie Corrado drops by the show.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Leaf/TSN Hockey Analyst joined Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to give his thoughts on Toronto's ugly 5-2 loss to the New Jersey Devils. Corrado weighed in on the pedestrian 3-3-1 start, Toronto's lack of response following the Stolarz media lashing, & where Auston Matthews' game is at right now.

The long-time NHL head coach joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill. Firstly, he weighed in on Anthony Stolarz blasting his teammates in the media & how he would handle that situation. Additionally, he dished on his coaching future. Lastly, he gave his general thoughts on this Maple Leafs team moving forward.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview the Maple Leafs' home date with Sheldon Keefe's New Jersey Devils. It's Toronto's first game since Anthony Stolarz blasted the team following Saturday night's 4-3 OT loss vs. Seattle. The guys break down how the Leafs might respond, key matchups, and what to watch for in this important game. Also, Pete Blackburn & DJ Bean of What Chaos drop by to dish on joining The Nation Network. Plus, long-time NHL head coach Peter Laviolette stops by.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down Toronto's 4-3 OT loss to the Seattle Kraken. Anthony Stolarz didn't hold back post-game — the Leafs goalie was visibly frustrated, saying the team's been leaving points on the table and that he's fed up with getting run over. The boys dig into his comments, what it means for the room, and how Toronto can respond heading into Tuesday night's meeting with New Jersey.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 2-1 OT win over the Rangers, highlighted by Auston Matthews' game-winning goal & a fantastic goalie duel between Anthony Stolarz & Igor Shesterkin. Plus, the boys preview Saturday night's showdown with Lane Lambert's Seattle Kraken & welcome ESPN's Linda Cohn to the show. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The legendary ESPN sportscaster joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down the Leafs/Rangers game, pump Anthony Stolarz's tires, & weigh in on Toronto's Stanley Cup aspirations.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview game No. 3 of Toronto's 5-game homestand as they welcome Igor Shesterkin & the New York Rangers to Scotiabank Arena. Also, the boys discuss Nick Robertson's future yet again following reported talk of ongoing trade discussions. Plus, former Leaf Bryan Berard drops by for a chat. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Maple Leaf & 1995 first overall pick joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Maple Leafs' 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators. William Nylander bounces back with a goal and an assist, Easton Cowan picks up his first NHL point, and Cayden Primeau earns the win in his Leafs debut. Plus, former Leaf & current Predators TV analyst Hal Gill stops by to share his thoughts on the game, Toronto's Cup hopes, & his time as a Maple Leaf. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Maple Leafs blue liner & current Nashville Predators TV Analyst joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 3-2 Thanksgiving loss to Detroit, including Easton Cowan's NHL debut, and preview the Leafs' matchup with the Nashville Predators. Plus, Carter Hutton drops by for a chat.

The former NHL goalie / Daily Faceoff Analyst joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill.