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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Dustin Wolf's post-game comments calling out his team after the Flames' overtime loss to the Canadiens. Then, Islanders GM Mathieu Darche joins the show (12:34) to discuss his early impressions of first overall pick Matthew Schaefer, his transition to GM, succeeding Lou Lamoriello, and how the Isles take the next step towards contention. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss whether the Flames should tank this season, if the Canadiens' strong start is sustainable, and who the Habs might target in the trade market.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back at the Maple Leafs 5-2 loss to the New Jersey Devils, Jack Hughes' growing star status after registering a hat trick in Toronto, the Leafs' top line's slow start especially coming from Auston Matthews, and Anthony Stolarz's performance in net after his critical post-game comments after their game vs. the Seattle Kraken. Then, the guys discuss some updates coming from the hockey club, including Joseph Woll and the future of the goaltending tandem. Finally, they dip into McKee's Midweek Maple Leaf Mail Bag to answer your questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Brad Marchand's emotional return to Boston in the Panthers' win against the Bruins before welcoming former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada's Garry Galley (13:20). They discuss Matthew Schaefer's impressive start to his NHL career, the Senators' early-season struggles, and which teams' hot starts he's buying into. Then, Nick, Justin, and Sam discuss the Mammoth's playoff chances this season, the Leafs' decision to move their weekend games to accommodate the Blue Jays and the World Series, and whether it's getting late early for the Sens.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee draw parallels on how the Maple Leafs can learn from the Blue Jays' historic return to the World Series, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. walking into Game 7 with an Auston Matthews sweater, having the supporting cast come through, and the mounting pressure on the Leafs' first game after the Jays' win. Then, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald stops by (26:11) to chat about his head coach, Sheldon Keefe, entering his second season with the hockey club, where his team's timeline is at in hopes of a Stanley Cup run, Jack Hughes's development, and Connor Brown's acclimation with his new team. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam share why Easton Cowan should go down to the AHL.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their reactions to the Toronto Blue Jays advancing to the World Series! Then, Steve Valiquette, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, stops by for his weekly appearance (9:45) to discuss the Rangers' early-season offensive woes, the Wild's lethal power play, Anthony Stolarz's comments calling out the Leafs, the Red Wings' ceiling with John Gibson and the goalies in the most difficult environments two weeks into the season. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Vlad Guerrero Jr. sporting an Auston Matthews jersey to Game 7 and Brad Marchand's return to Boston.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to Anthony Stolarz's sounding off on his team following their 4-3 OT loss to the Seattle Kraken, debating whether it was the right time and right place to call out his teammates, and how will it impact the locker room moving forward. Then, former goaltender and Maple Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph stops by (33:10) to chat about Stolarz's post-game comments challenging his teammates, the team's overall performance through six games, Morgan Rielly's impact on both ends of the ice and working with the legendary voice Joe Bowen. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the week by sharing their thoughts on the Blue Jays forcing a Game 7 in the ALCS against the Mariners before looking back on the weekend's action in the NHL, including Tom Wilson's big hit on Filip Chytil. Then, former NHLer and NHL Network analyst Jason Demers (11:50) weighs in on whether Wilson's check was dirty, Mason Marchment's collision with Anthony Stolarz, the Leafs' goalie's post-game comments and the Oilers' slow start. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam dicuss the Red Wings' quick turnaround, what the top of the Atlantic might look like by playoff time, Brad Marchand's antics against the Sabres and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on last night's NHL action, including Mark Scheifele's Hart-calibre start to the season, Evan Bouchard's costly giveaways, and Anthony Stolarz carrying the Leafs to a 2-1 win over the Rangers. Doug MacLean swings by for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance (12:50), and he discusses the Canadiens' encouraging start, the Leafs' lineup flaws, the Canucks' ceiling, Matthew Schaefer's heavy workload for the Islanders, and much more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam answer your questions and comments on the text line!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee revisit the Leafs' response to hits on Easton Cowan against the Nashville Predators before jumping into useful or useless stats, including the team's offensive zone time, forecheck, and the blue line's offensive production. Then, Kyper shares why he wouldn't trade away Nick Robertson amid the rumours that the Leafs are shopping the 24-year-old winger. Later, MSG Network's hockey analyst Dave Maloney stops by (32:30) to chat about Artemi Panarin and Mika Zibanejad's offensive outlooks this season, the shift in attitude on the roster with the addition of J.T. Miller, head coach Mike Sullivan's acclimation with his new team and where he sees NYR stacking up in the Metropolitan Division.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Sabres' first win of the season, an 8-4 victory over the Brady Tkachuk-less Ottawa Senators. They look at the Atlantic Division standings with the Red Wings in the top spot early before welcoming Sportsnet Jets reporter Sean Reynolds to the show (10:20). He gets into this season's goals for the reigning Presidents' Trophy winners, whether Jonathan Toews can put them over the top, why the Jets will go big-game hunting at the deadline, and if Kyle Connor's extension signals a culture shift on the management side in Winnipeg. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to Carter Hart joining the Golden Knights on a PTO.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators on the back-to-back. They discuss Craig Berube's effective timeout call, Matias Maccelli fitting in with the second line and the team's lack of response to a pair of greasy plays on Easton Cowan. Then, they run through the roster and gauge which Leafs CAN provide that physical response. Later, Sportsnet reporter Luke Fox stops by (30:33) to share his early impressions of the Leafs, why a strong October is crucial, Auston Matthews' healthier look, how long Cowan can hold on to a top-line spot, the blueline's slow start and the different atmosphere around the team.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Tuesday's NHL action, including the Canadiens' overtime win over the Kraken after honouring the late legend Ken Dryden, the Leafs beating up on the Preds, and the Rangers' historically slow start to the season. TVA analyst Renaud Lavoie joins the show (10:25) to discuss what a successful season would be for the Habs, Sidney Crosby as a potential trade target, Ivan Demidov's upside, Lane Hutson's extension, Patrik Laine's reduced role, and early returns on Noah Dobson. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam dive deeper into Crosby's situation with the Penguins, Brady Tkachuk getting a second opinion, and the Sabres' winless start.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back at the Maple Leafs dropping both home-and-home games to the Detroit Red Wings, the expectations laid out for William Nylander after three games, Craig Berube continuing to work out the top line now with rookie Easton Cowan slotting in, and who would be the ideal playmaker on their power-play. Then, the guys continue their conversation on Cayden Primeau's incoming debut in net against Nashville and who has stood out from the defensive core to begin the regular season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the tough Thanksgiving weekend for Canadian sports teams, Lane Hutson's team-friendly extension with the Canadiens, and the Senators losing Brady Tkachuk for four weeks. MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Stephen Valiquette (11:05) joins the guys to break down Hutson's deal, Linus Ullmark's start, shooters learning the book on Dustin Wolf, the Leafs' impractical offensive approach, the Panthers picking up where they left off, and much more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the Kings' direction, Lindy Ruff wasting no time calling out the Sabres' early-season effort, and Josh Norris facing another injury setback.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Gord Stellick (6:05) to get his thoughts on the debut of the new look Leafs roster, how long it could take for Auston Matthews to get acclimated with his new linemates, how the Atlantic Division is shaping up in the first week of the NHL season, and the current state of the Leafs' power-play. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the expectations for Matthews' scoring this season, the uncertainty of Easton Cowan's spot on the roster, before going to the text line to hear your questions on which Blue Jay would most likely translate into becoming a hockey player, Fraser Minten's Boston Bruins debut and more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee review Thursday's slate in the NHL, including the Red Wings' rough first impression, a scrappy game between the Canucks and Flames, and Alex Nedeljkovic's late-game gaffe for San Jose against the Golden Knights. NHL Network analyst and former NHLer Mike Rupp joins the show (14:25) to discuss the Rangers' outlook this season under Mike Sullivan, what to make of the Penguins and Bruins' hot starts, why the Leafs are built for the postseason, and whether Stuart Skinner can be the man for the Oilers. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Kyle Connor's hat trick after signing long-term, Andrei Vasilevskiy fading for Tampa Bay, and Matthew Schaefer's debut before answering your questions on the text line!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Maple Leafs' head coach Craig Berube (6:19) to chat about his assessment of the team's performance in a season-opening win against the Canadiens, if he'll consider line tinkering early in the year, Matias Maccelli's debut on the top line with Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly's skating, and Easton Cowan potential. Then, Nick, Justin and producer Sam McKee look across the ice on the Montreal Canadiens' first game of the year and how aggressive the Leafs will be in the top-six forward market.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Wednesday's NHL action, including the Calgary Flames' comeback, shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers to start the season. Then, host of Canucks Central Satiar Shah joins the show (13:32) ahead of Vancouver's season opener against the Flames, and he discusses the the team's outlook this season, whether Elias Pettersson can turn things around, Quinn Hughes' future in Vancouver, and what to expect from Adam Foote in his coaching debut. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Vegas Golden Knights' opening-night loss to the LA Kings, break down Jack Eichel's extension, and discuss the impact of Alex Pietrangelo's absence. Finally, they go through the busy, 14-game Thursday slate and share what makes each matchup interesting.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ahead of the Toronto Maple Leafs kicking off their 2025-26 season against the Montreal Canadiens, the Leafs Hour returns! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee set the stage for the game, discuss Easton Cowan being a healthy scratch for the home opener, the new-look bottom six, and Matias Maccelli's outlook on the top line. Then, they take a wider view and share their expectations and biggest concerns for the Leafs' season. Later, they discuss the pressure on the team to win this season and what's at stake if the Leafs can't stay a Stanley-Cup competitor without Mitch Marner.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the first two-hour edition of Real Kyper and Bourne of the season recapping all the action from Opening Night in the NHL! They touch on the Blackhawks' promising start and the Kings' stumble out of the gates, before sharing their thoughts on Kyle Connor's eight-year, $96 million extension with the Winnipeg Jets. Sportsnet's David Amber (10:12) stops by ahead of tonight's Maple Leafs-Canadiens clash to discuss the Buds' outlook without Mitch Marner and the optimism surrounding the Habs. D.A. also shares a bold prediction about the Senators, how the Canucks can bounce back, and what to expect for Connor Bedard in his third season. Later, they listen to some audio from Connor McDavid's teammates after signing his two-year, $25 million extension in Edmonton and discuss its greater impact around the league.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee break down the latest NHL goalie moves — including the Ducks sending down Ville Husso and the Sabres waiving Alexandar Georgiev — before welcoming MSG analyst and Clear Sight Analytics CEO Steve Valiquette (5:45). Vally discusses what Cayden Primeau brings to the Maple Leafs, Toronto's search for a reliable backup, the pressure on Dustin Wolf after signing his new long-term deal with the Flames, the Canadiens' outlook with Sam Montembeault in net, and whether stars like Elias Pettersson, Auston Matthews, and Jeremy Swayman can rebound in the 2025-26 NHL season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam get into the suspension fallout from the Lightning and Panthers' preseason battle, the Panthers' Cup rings, and Alex Pietrangelo being ruled out for the season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week reacting to the big news out of Edmonton that Connor McDavid has signed to a two-year, 12.5 AAV extension. They break down the team-friendly deal, the Oilers' next steps, and how McDavid's deal impacts other extension-eligible stars. Then they discuss the Leafs' weekend roster moves, waiving Michael Pezzetta and claiming Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau. Later, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman joins the show (27:52) to discuss McDavid's contract, Sportico's recent franchise evaluations, the Penguins' potential ownership sale, the league's approach to further expansion, preseason feistiness, complaints about state taxes, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Leafs' penultimate preseason game, a 3-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, before bringing in Doug MacLean (5:30) for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares his thoughts on the Leafs' lineup heading into the season, Kirill Kaprizov's mega-deal, the Oilers' outlook in the West, Jackson LaCombe's extension with the Ducks, and the NHL's increased-cap landscape. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the Leafs waiving David Kämpf, Scott Laughton's week-to-week injury and Easton Cowan's camp. Finally, they close out the week by answering your questions on the text line!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to more contract movement around the league, with Niko Mikkola signing an 8-year, $40M extension to stay in Florida, and the Ducks locking in young defenceman Jackson LaCombe to an 8-year deal carrying an AAV of $9M. MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (4:41) weighs in on the deals, the immense pressure on today's goalies, Anthony Stolarz's team-friendly extension, the top five netminders over the last three years, and much more. Then, Vally introduces a new game for his weekly appearances: Grill the Panel! Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the NHL franchise value rankings ahead of the start of the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the New Jersey Devils locking up Luke Hughes to a 7x9 extension. Then, fresh off signing Kirill Kaprizov to a record-setting deal, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin joins the show (7:15) to discuss the NHL's rising-cap landscape, the plan to build around Kaprizov, the pressure on the star winger after becoming the NHL's highest-paid player, and how he's managing dual responsibilities with the Wild and Team USA. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the best-value contracts in the league, the Oilers trading for Connor Ingram, and the Canadiens' and Senators' scrappy preseason meeting. Finally, they play a quick game of 'True or False.'The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show reacting to Kirill Kaprizov's record-setting extension to stay in Minnesota, an 8-year, $17M AAV deal. Then, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli (10:15) stops by to discuss how Kaprizov's contract impacts Connor McDavid and others' negotiations, Vegas as a potential landing spot for Carter Hart and how the Leafs' roster crunch might play out. Later, Jason York (32:19) of the Coming in Hot Sens podcast joins Nick and Justin to share his thoughts on Ottawa's outlook this season, concerns about Linus Ullmark, whether the club is ready to join the group of perennial playoff teams in the East, and Jake Sanderson's potential.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Blue Jays clinching the AL East before getting into Anthony Stolarz's 4 x $3.75M extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (7:02) stops by to go behind the scenes of Stolarz's negotiations, the situation with Joseph Woll, Mason McTavish's 6 x $7M extension in Anaheim, how cap increases are impacting contract talks around the league, and the latest around Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam discuss who the Panthers might target with cap freed up from Aleksander Barkov's injury, take a deeper dive into Stolarz's deal, and react to the Jets losing Dylan Samberg for 6-8 weeks due to a wrist injury.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with some thoughts on Aleksander Barkov's potentially season-ending injury before getting to Doug MacLean (2:48) for his first Off-The-Rails Friday appearance of the season! Mac shares his predictions for the Atlantic Division, how the Leafs will manage without Mitch Marner, and the outlook for Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov's extensions. He also discusses the most improved teams from last year and what Jonathan Toews can bring to the Jets after missing the last two seasons. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Leafs signing James Reimer to a PTO and answer your questions on the text line!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (5:09) to the show to discuss the angst in Edmonton as Connor McDavid remains without an extension. They get into McDavid's mindset, what moves the Oilers can make to entice him to stay, and how the team looks beyond the expiring superstar. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss whether the Leafs or Oilers would be interested in recently waived goalie Connor Ingram, Easton Cowan's chances of making the Leafs' lineup, and where David Kämpf and Calle Järnkrok fit within the Leafs' roster.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving (4:48) to share some thoughts on the offseason and the team heading into the 2025-26 season. The GM discusses the slow summer across the NHL, the ongoing search for a top-six forward, Easton Cowan's encouraging camp, the options in net in Joseph Woll's absence, Anthony Stolarz's contract negotiations, competition in the bottom-six, and Morgan Rielly's shape entering the year. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to talk Jonathan Toews' return to NHL ice with the Winnipeg Jets, the new playoff salary cap rules, and the Leafs' biggest need for this season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee pick up on yesterday's conversation around offseason contract drama with a look at Quinn Hughes' situation with the Vancouver Canucks. Then, they discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' netminding position with Anthony Stolarz eligible for an extension and Joseph Woll taking a personal leave, the pressure on Auston Matthews this year, and whether there's concern the Leafs miss the playoffs this season. Finally, they review the Leafs' camp roster, including the bubble players, where Easton Cowan fits in, the New York Rangers naming J.T. Miller captain, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The boys are back for a fifth season! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee catch up before kicking off the new year with the biggest storyline heading into the season: Connor McDavid's uncertain future with the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss what the superstar needs to see to stay, whether the goaltenders in Edmonton play a role in his decision, and whether the Oilers will consider a trade at any point this season. Then, they get into Kirill Kaprizov turning down an NHL-record contract, Anže Kopitar's final season, the chances McDavid is thinking Toronto in 26-27, and why a Sidney Crosby trade makes sense for both Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On the season finale of Real Kyper and Bourne, Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHL executive, GM and head coach Doug MacLean for a final Off-the-Rails Friday (6:30). Mac weighs in on the Leafs bringing a horse into rookie development camp, the teams that have improved the most so far this offseason, Kirill Kaprizov's future in Minnesota, issues with the new CBA, Brock Boeser's bizarre deal to stay with the Canucks, and he grades the Leafs' offseason so far. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee head into the summer break with a trip to the text line to answer your questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their reaction to Nikolaj Ehlers signing with the Carolina Hurricanes before welcoming in LA Kings GM Ken Holland to the show (5:13). He discusses his transition from Edmonton to Hollywood, the Kings' moves so far this offseason, the significance of Quinton Byfield's development, and how the team gets over the 'Oilers hurdle' next season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam share their thoughts on the Sharks picking up Dmitry Orlov and the Blues' bargain deal for Pius Suter. Finally, they react to Sportsnet's Top 25 NHL players list and play a game of 'True or False.'The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Vancouver Canucks on Sportsnet host Dan Murphy (4:20) to chat about the magnitude of Brock Boeser unexpectedly re-signing with the organization, the state of their centremen depth, how comfortable and confident Canucks' front office are with Thatcher Demko after signing an extension, Adam Foote leading the charge as head coach, why their playoff hopes will depend on how Elias Pettersson performs, and whether general manager Patrik Allvin will continue to add to the roster. Then, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (26:10) stops by to discuss the Edmonton Oilers' offseason building process, their plans in net, Evan Bouchard's extension, the impact of losing Corey Perry in the locker room, and Connor McDavid's next contract.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their thoughts on Mitch Marner's introductory press conference with the Vegas Golden Knights. Then, they discuss Brendan Shanahan's role in Marner's unceremonious exit, listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on the team's process, and share their thoughts on the Leafs' moves on July 1. Later, Leafs GM Brad Treliving joins the show (27:40) to share reflections from the NHL's opening day of free agency, his process in the search for a top-six forward, if there are any regrets from Marner negotiations and what the team is getting in Nicolas Roy, Matias Maccelli and Michael Pezzetta.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue their coverage of the opening day of NHL free agency by reviewing the top names that have signed so far. They discuss Corey Perry's fit with the Kings, Brock Boeser sticking around in Vancouver, Evan Bouchard's mega-extension in Edmonton, how the Oilers can entice Connor McDavid to stay, Thatcher Demko's deal with the Canucks and the Panthers' UFA's paycuts. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (30:00) stops by the studio to review the day's action, the sense around the league on 'tampering,' Bowen Byram's market, the rumours around Sidney Crosby, Mitch Marner's fit in Vegas and where Nikolaj Ehlers might land.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The markets are open! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the latest moves around the NHL before diving deep into Mitch Marner's official departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs as they send him to Vegas for Nicolas Roy. They discuss how Marner will be remembered in Toronto, what Roy brings, and how the Leafs' negotiations with Mitch fell apart. Then, they get into Brock Boeser's surprising 7-year deal with the Canucks, Matias Maccelli's outlook in 2025, what the Leafs are getting in Michael Pezzetta, Steven Lorentz leaving money on the table, the decision to not qualify Pontus Holmberg and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the busy Monday show with a reaction to reports around the Vegas Golden Knights tampering for Mitch Marner. They discuss the rumoured Marner-Nicolas Roy trade, how the 'tampering' allegations impact negotiation leverage, and what measures the NHL might take if the Leafs file an official complaint. Then, they break down Matthew Knies' team-friendly extension, what the newly acquired Matias Maccelli brings to Toronto, potential cap casualties in Toronto, and how Aaron Ekblad's extension in Florida impacts Brad Marchand's chances to stick around with the Cats. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam look at extension talks around the league ahead of July 1, including the Canucks' progress on Thatcher Demko, Claude Giroux's extension in the nation's capital, Nikolaj Ehlers landing spots and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with their reaction to the Leafs locking up John Tavares to a 4x4.38 extension before welcoming in Doug MacLean (7:28) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on Tavares's extension, the Canadiens' trade for Noah Dobson, the vibes around the decentralised draft, the new CBA's proposed extended regular season, Trent Frederic's 8-year deal in Edmonton and much more. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam dive deeper into the Dobson trade and how it sets the market for tradeable defensemen for the Leafs, and other players that Brad Treliving is kicking tires on.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by reacting to the Edmonton Oilers trading Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (6:41) stops by to share his thoughts on the Kane trade, the Canucks' next priority, the Islanders' decision on Noah Dobson, the Ducks' paltry return for Trevor Zegras and headlines to look out for on draft day. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss what lies ahead for Connor McDavid before going to McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Panthers' cup parade before getting into Kyp's recently published trade board heading into the NHL draft. They delve into how the Leafs need to get creative with a Mitch Marner deal, Brad Marchand's reported 4-year, $9 million contract in Toronto, Jason Robertson landing spots, and the Canucks' looming decision on Elias Pettersson. Later, they predict how July 1st will go for Connor McDavid and the Oilers, why the Islanders should try to hang on to Noah Dobson and the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly. Finally, they react to the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, headlined by Alexander Mogilny FINALLY getting the call.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.