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Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (9:40) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about Connor McDavid's post-game comments praising opposing coach Jon Cooper following the Oilers' loss to the Lightning, building consistency within a hockey team, the scouting report around Ivar Stenberg leading Bukala's 2026 draft board, potential Maple Leafs' draft picks, if any of the projected top-five prospects are NHL-ready, and the learning hurdles rookies face entering the league. Afterwards, Canadian actor Kevin Zegers, who stars in "The Madison," joins the show (34:55) to discuss his Leafs fandom, the 2025-26 season, and how the front office should approach the offseason.  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 a look at today's big sports news in Toronto: the Blue Jays locking up manager John Schneider and GM Ross Atkins, and whether the Leafs would consider looking into similar front office continuity. Then, they reflect on the Leafs' pair of losses to the Hurricanes and Senators over the weekend, Matthew Knies' heavy workload despite not being 100%, Craig Berube demanding more from Joseph Woll, Anthony Stolarz's injury, and Berube and Easton Cowan's back-and-forth through the media. Later, Sam opens up his manifesto to highlight why this year has been 'the season from hell' for the Maple Leafs. 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 former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (1:31) back to the show to chat about the topic of 'tanking' being raised around the front office, if the Maple Leafs would be comfortable trading away Matthew Knies vs. Auston Matthews, the potential reasons for the Buffalo Sabres' massive turnaround since letting go general manager Kevyn Adams, whether they're truly a Stanley Cup contender, Jack Hughes request for the puck he scored in the Gold Medal Game, and GMs challenging Gary Bettman at the GM meetings. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee share their confidence levels with the Edmonton Oilers maintaining their playoff position, and read some of your texts! 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 check in on the standings ahead of the Toronto Maple Leafs' weekend back-to-back, where they will take on the Hurricanes and Senators. They start with the latest update on Matthew Knies' health and whether the Leafs should shut him down for the season. Then, Dr Jason Smith, sports orthopaedic surgeon, stops by (14:36) to shed light on Auston Matthews' MCL injury and why surgery was the right choice for his rehab. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam debate if the Leafs should go after Brady Tkachuk on Saturday for his comments on his podcast, before heading to the Leafs Line to answer your calls and 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.

Former NHLer and President of the 'Oates Sports Group', Adam Oates (5:08) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about his experience as a player during the final stretch of the regular season in preparing for the grueling Stanley Cup Playoffs, whether Auston Matthews can return to a top scoring form following his injury, the call to change the NHL Player Safety department and the increased protection for the stars of the game, team's lacking the ability to create shot opportunities on net, and whether Nikita Kucherov is underappreciated. Then, The Athletic's Michael Russo stops by (28:20) to discuss Gary Bettman's defence for the NHL Playoff format, a heated debate around goaltender interference and headshots, and the potential for a future partnership with Auston Matthews in a Minnesota Wild uniform.  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 check in on the first-ever Maple Leafs Fan Day. They discuss the latest on Auston Matthews' status as he looks set for surgery, and recent reports that the Blackhawks, Ducks, Habs, Devils and Mammoth were making calls on Matthew Knies at the trade deadline. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by (19:09) to weigh in on the Knies conversation, the team's path to a bottom-five finish, and whether we could see Dennis Hildeby down the stretch. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Leafs signing Vinny Borgesi and Brandon Buhr, discuss the reports that the Leafs were in on Patrik Laine at the deadline, 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 begin the second hour discussing Jack Hughes' request for the golden goal hockey puck from the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Hall's response, the potential for Leon Draisaitl to avoid surgery and be good-to-go for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Gary Bettman doubling down on his league's seeding format, and Russia's status for the World Cup. Then, Columbus Blue Jackets' head coach Rick Bowness stops by (18:30) to chat about his return to coaching, his Blue Jackets' success, and adjusting to a new team during a hockey season. Afterwards, Sportsnet hockey analyst and co-host of the Coming In Hot Sens Podcast, Jason York, joins the guys (29:03) to talk about why Hughes' puck belongs in the Hall, the Ottawa Senators chasing for a playoff spot, who's attributed to their run, and the difference between the Buffalo Sabres' turnaround since firing GM Kevyn Adams vs. Jackets changing head coaches.  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 Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the New York Islanders. They discuss the Leafs' compete level, Morgan Rielly's fight, and Craig Berube's role down the final stretch of the regular season. Later, they check in on Kyper's Tank Watch. Finally, they dip into McKee's Midweek Mailbag and address whether the Leafs should test the trade markets for both Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll in the offseason, if Mats Sundin should be brought into the organisation in some capacity, and what Auston Matthews' next contract might look like. 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.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (3:22) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about building culture within a hockey club, where it starts from within an organization, leaning on talent vs. character players, why the schedule doesn't work in Columbus Blue Jackets' favour for them to sneak into a playoff spot, what has gone wrong in Tristan Jarry's game, the reasons for the Edmonton Oilers to declare Connor Ingram as their starting goaltender down the stretch, and who will lead the Montreal Canadiens in net. Then on Grill Marks, Vally asks which players have had the most low-danger goals, which defenseman has had high-danger chances without converting a goal, and more! Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Doug Armstrong's decision to step down as general manager of the Canadian men's hockey team and who could be next. 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 get set for the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against Matthew Schaefer and the New York Islanders. They start with Craig Berube's comments today about what he'd like to see from the team down the stretch and whether the Matthews incident will impact roster decisions in the offseason. Then, they weigh whether the Leafs should add a voice to their management structure and review Brad Treliving's availability from GM meetings. Later, former NHLer and MSG analyst Cal Clutterbuck (27:00) stops by to share his thoughts on the Matthews/Gudas situation, what to expect from Schaefer in his first game in Toronto, the Isles' playoff hopes, and Patrick Roy's influence behind the bench. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam listen back to George Parros' availability, where he talked about Gudas' suspension. 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.

Former NHLer and current Sportsnet hockey analyst Garry Galley (5:19) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss the increased amount of interest with international hockey competitions, Ottawa Senators' road to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Detroit Red Wings sliding out of the race, what's next for the Maple Leafs after not responding to Radko Gudas' knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews, and if the NHL should look into protecting their star players more. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about whether changes are needed in the NHL Department of Player Safety, Connor McDavid's recent comments about reviewing the department's process following a hit towards his linemate Leon Draisaitl, and why the league must consider a return to a 1-8 seeded postseason format at the ongoing GM meetings.  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 Toronto Maple Leafs' weekend, where they took three out of four points against the Sabres and Wild. They discuss how the team's energy has shifted since Auston Matthews left the lineup and the fallout from his season-ending injury. Later, they discuss Bo Groulx's chances to make the team next season, the future of the goalie group after Artur Akhtyamov signed his extension, and whether the Leafs should lean into the tank or try to cultivate a winning culture down the stretch. 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 guest host Gord Stellick are joined by former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (1:31) to discuss Radko Gudas' knee-on-knee collision with Auston Matthews, how Leafs' GM Brad Treliving can rectify the losing season, Detroit Red Wings' slide, why the Edmonton Oilers can't rely on just Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to help them win a Stanley Cup, how he would rebuild a team through the draft, and which teams could sneak into a post-season spot. Then, Nick, Gord and Sam McKee weigh in on the NHL Global Series shifting to Germany in December for the 2026-27 season, if fans saw the last game with Matthews in a Leafs jersey, and Connor McDavid dropping the gloves against the Dallas Stars. 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, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the Anaheim Ducks to snap their losing streak. They discuss Radko Gudas' dirty hit that injured Auston Matthews, the lack of immediate response, and Easton Cowan taking initiative in the third period. Later, they check in on Matthews' status for the rest of the season, debate what an appropriate suspension length for Gudas would be, and discuss whether injuries are the prime reason for Matthews' decline. Finally, they take your calls on the Leafs 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 former NHLer and NHL on TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk (7:39) to discuss if the Atlantic Division-leading Buffalo Sabres are the real deal for the Stanley Cup, New York Islanders' trade deadline moves and their playoff outlook with Matthew Schaefer, why the Maple Leafs and Canucks needed to be aggressive at the deadline, and if he has any concerns for the Oilers' post-season run despite their blueline and goaltending struggles. Then, the founder of Sin Bin Vegas, Ken Boehlke (32:42), jumps on to chat about the sliding Golden Knights, Mitch Marner's acclimation with the team, if goaltending is the sole factor for goals against, and why fans haven't ruled out Mark Stone's availability.  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 a conversation around the developing narrative about Toronto media's influence on the Maple Leafs. Then, they discuss the Leafs calling up Michael Pezzetta ahead of their Thursday-night matchup against the Ducks, Easton Cowan's promotion to the top line, and what Morgan Rielly needs to show down the stretch to save his value. Then, Hockey Hall of Famer and Ducks special advisor Scott Niedermayer joins the show (34:15) to discuss Anaheim's development this season, the impacts of veteran voices like Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba, the Joel Quenneville effect, 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 and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet host David Amber (0:52) to chat about the state of the Eastern Conference, the promising young core with the Montreal Canadiens, if he was surprised by the quiet trade deadline for Montreal, Nathan MacKinnon's collision with Connor Ingram, questions around Alexander Ovechkin's future, and which direction should the Maple Leafs and Canucks take as they both near the bottom of the standings. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee dive deeper into MacKinnon hitting the Oilers' goalie, the connection between Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on offence, and the chance we see Canadian NHL teams losing superstars.  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 Toronto Maple Leafs' eighth straight loss, a 3-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens. They discuss the optics of fans cheering for losses as the team chases its top-5 protected draft pick, whether it's time to move off Craig Berube, and if the Leafs really are as bad as they've played since the Olympic break. Then, they discuss Auston Matthews' regression as his scoring slump hits 12 games. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam dip into McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your comments and questions, including whether the Leafs need to add toughness, what the organisation should look for in their next GM, 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 and Justin Bourne welcome back New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (5:38) to chat about if there's a path out of a rebuild for the Rangers, why the Colorado Avalanche are the winners coming out of the trade deadline, if the red-hot Buffalo Sabres have the right goaltenders for a deep Stanley Cup Playoff run, why Tristan Jarry's comments about his blueline could haunt him heading into the later stages of the season, what has changed for Brandon Bussi before and after the Winter Olympics, why the Pittsburgh Penguins could slip down the standings, and if the L.A. Kings can sneak into the post-season picture. Then, Vally brings back Grill Marks and asks Nick, Justin and Sam McKee who is the most consistent goalie, the most consistent bad goaltending, and which goaltender has the wildest swings. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Alexander Ovechkin revealing what factors will lead him to decide to retire from the NHL.  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 ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, with newly called-up Bo Groulx set to make his Leafs debut. They revisit yesterday's conversation about a rumoured trade between the Leafs and Habs for Matthew Knies, whether the Leafs should pick the talks back up in the offseason, and what return it would take to move him. Later, TVA's Renaud Lavoie joins the show (25:45) to help tee up tonight's game, discuss the deals the Canadiens did and did not make at the trade deadline, and weigh in on whether they missed an opportunity to improve between the pipes. 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 host of Oilers Now and radio colour commentator Bob Stauffer (4:09) to chat about the importance of Edmonton's 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, who the team will potentially lean on into the Stanley Cup Playoffs between Tristan Jarry or Connor Ingram, Kris Knoblauch maximizing his lines post-trade deadline, addresses the general management rumours and what he thinks of Edmonton's front office, and which player benefits from having Paul Coffey behind the bench. Then, co-host of Donnie and Dhali, Rick Dhaliwal, jumps on (35:59) to discuss the calls to shake up the Vancouver Canucks' front office, why it was difficult to move Elias Pettersson, and if a fractured relationship can be fixed between the Canucks and Pettersson. 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.

After reflecting over the weekend, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' trade deadline. They discuss Brad Treliving's interview with the show on Friday, his comment that the team 'will have a plan,' and how real the Matthew Knies market was. Then, they weigh the chances that Brad Treliving and/or Craig Berube return with the Leafs next season. Later, they discuss Oliver Ekman-Larsson's comments following the trade deadline, ways to improve the deadline, and what to expect from the Leafs down the home stretch. 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 (3:13) to recap his team's trade deadline moves, his motives to sell, the next steps in retooling the roster, if there's a definite plan in place between himself leading the organization, head coach Craig Berube and ownership, how much he will weigh the incoming draft picks to leverage them in potential moves this summer, the decision to healthy scratch for roster management purposes with Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Scott Laughton, and Bobby McMann and if he would've re-signed Laughton before ultimately moving him away. Then, former NHL head coach, general manager and president Doug MacLean (28:52) stops by to share his takeaways from the deadline, why Anaheim Ducks look to compete for a deep run into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Washington Capitals moving on from John Carlson, the unknowns surrounding the Vancouver Canucks' future, and who's poised to improve with the remaining games left.  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 recap the trade deadline and share their thoughts on what was a quieter deadline day. They weigh in on Nazem Kadri's move back to Colorado, the Leafs' underwhelming deadline, and whether they're better set up to compete for a playoff spot in 2026-27. Then, they discuss the Islanders' swing for Brayden Schenn, Corey Perry's return to Tampa, the Canadiens standing pat, why the John Carlson trade might not be a slam dunk for Anaheim, and what it means for Alex Ovechkin's future in Washington. Later, NHL insider and Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (35:03) shares how this deadline compares to past years, why the Blues held on to some of their top assets, the fallout from Colton Parayko's decision to not waive his trade clause, and what other moves Brad Treliving may have been considering.  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 former NHL player agent and general manager Brian Lawton (6:32) to get his thoughts on the reported Colton Parayko trade to the Buffalo Sabres and a day later getting blocked by the defenceman who invoked his no-move clause, Brian's experience in helping find the right place for players around the trade deadline, if the no-move clauses are good for the NHL, the state of the trade market and how quick it can change, Nazem Kadri's potential landing spots, how the Edmonton Oilers bolstered their blueline, and why there's hesitancy around Elias Pettersson's health on trade talks. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee extend their talk on the fallout from a potential Kadri deal, react to the news of Nashville Predators' Michael Bunting dealt to the Dallas Stars, and Oilers GM Stan Bowman declaring they're finished with less than 24 hours before the deadline. 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 Maple Leafs sending Nicolas Roy to the Colorado Avalanche for a first and fifth-round pick. They share their thoughts on the return, whether it changes the team's plans for Scott Laughton, Roy's fit with the Avs, and what comes next for the Leafs. Then, they look back on the Leafs' shootout loss to the Devils, Auston Matthews' slump stretching to nine games, and the goals for the team down the stretch. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by (34:26) to discuss the Leafs' vibes ahead of Friday's deadline, the disconnect at different levels of the organisation, and who else he expects to be moved. 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 St. Louis Blues host and reporter Andy Strickland (9:38) to weigh in on the potential for defenceman Colton Parayko getting traded to the Buffalo Sabres, if he would invoke his no move clause to block the trade, why the 2019 Stanley Cup Champions are avoiding a full rebuild, the uncomfortable factor if Robert Thomas ends up staying despite the rumours, and the latest on Jordan Binnington's future. Then, Emily Kaplan, ESPN Hockey Reporter, joins the guys (31:00) to chat about the defensemen market, Chris Drury's message to New York Rangers fans, if Bill Guerin will make a deal with his counterpart, and if the Florida Panthers will become sellers as they listen to calls for Sergei Bobrovsky.  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 begin by reacting to the news that the Toronto Maple Leafs will be sitting Bobby McMann, Scott Laughton and Oliver Ekman-Larsson for roster-related reasons against the New Jersey Devils. They discuss the developing trade market, what the scratched players would be worth, and Craig Berube's comments signalling a difference of opinions behind the scenes. Then, they reflect on the tenures of Laughton, OEL and McMann, and discuss where it went wrong. Later, David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period stops by (35:42) to help break down the Sabres' trade for Colton Parayko, the latest on the Leafs' plans for their scratched players, and who else might be on the move ahead of Friday's deadline. 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 start the second hour with a trip to the rumour mill as the Islanders lock in on Connor Garland and Tyler Myers from the Canucks, and the Sabres close in on Robert Thomas. Former NHL defenceman Jason Demers (4:07) shares his thoughts on Thomas' fit in Buffalo, the Leafs' trajectory, the Oilers' standing in the Pacific, the rise of no-trade clauses across the league, and the Stars' decision to make Jason Robertson available. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss where Nazem Kadri might land, how interested teams will be in Elias Pettersson's upside, and how teams will navigate around the newly patched LTIR loophole. 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 to look ahead to the trade deadline after the Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the Philadelphia Flyers, a fourth straight defeat. They discuss what can be learned from the play on the ice at this point in the season, whether the Leafs can realistically turn it around next year, and if Auston Matthews and William Nylander would have the patience for a longer turnaround. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick stops by (33:37) to discuss how the team should approach Friday's deadline, what he expects from them down the stretch, and Easton Cowan's usage 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 react to the news of the Edmonton Oilers reportedly acquiring defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks for a second-round pick, before bringing on Jason Bukala (4:47) of Pro Hockey Group & Sportsnet to get his thoughts on the move, how a former director of scouting like himself would relay info to the general manager on potential trades, what Robert Thomas offers on the market and if the Montreal Canadiens would take a look at the centreman, and why Craig Berube lost the Leafs' locker room. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam look at the Los Angeles Kings firing head coach Jim Hiller and placing D.J. Smith as the interim coach, and Kyper's 2026 Trade Board 5.0. 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 trade deadline week in the NHL with a look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the Ottawa Senators over the weekend. They discuss Auston Matthews' post-game comments, whether it's time for the Leafs to move on from Craig Berube, and the decision to scratch Nick Robertson. Then, they project the Leafs' deadline plans for Bobby McMann, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Scott Laughton. Later, PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor joins the show (34:34) to tee up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Flyers and discuss Philadelphia's playoff chances, what they might do at the deadline, and whether a Robert Thomas trade is in the cards for Daniel Brière. 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 Doug MacLean (4:41), former NHL president, general manager and head coach, to chat about the fallout from the U.S. Men's Hockey team winning the Gold Medal game against Canada, the media coverage on American players on NHL organizations north of the border, and the concerning number of Canadian teams making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Then, Mac shares his thoughts on the potential Leafs rebuild, the trade speculation with Tyler Myers and the Vancouver Canucks, asking players to waive their 'no trade clause', and Paul Coffey's return to the Edmonton Oilers' bench. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee close out the week by reading more of your thoughts and questions from 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 look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. They discuss the disconnected start in what was framed as a 'must-win,' Auston Matthews' post-game comments about the team's lack of urgency, and why no one except Matthews and William Nylander should be safe at the trade deadline. Then, they discuss the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly, what they could net in a Scott Laughton trade, the decision to scratch Easton Cowan in back-to-back games out of the Olympic break, and whether Craig Berube or Brad Treliving will be back next season. Later, the guys dip into the Leafs Line to answer your calls and 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 and Justin Bourne are joined by TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie (4:00) to chat about the Edmonton Oilers' post-Olympic break performance, how they address their issues at the trade deadline, if they would revisit the goaltending market, the outlook on the Montreal Canadiens in the unofficial second half, the right-handed defencman market including Tyler Myers, and why the Habs may have shifted their priorities away from their centreman depth. Then, Aaron Ward, Stanley Cup Champion with the Carolina Hurricanes, stops by (31:25) to discuss how his former team should approach the deadline, confidence levels in Brandon Bussi, and why Ryan O'Reilly would be a perfect fit under Rod Brind'Amour's 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 the Toronto Maple Leafs' first game back from the Olympic break, a 4-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. They discuss the disappointing start to an important stretch, Tampa's punishing power play, and a tired-looking return for Auston Matthews. Then, they discuss what comes next for the Leafs as they approach the deadline, the markets for Bobby McMann, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Scott Laughton, and whether Brad Treliving is in the right position to make the decisions. Later, they dip into 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.

Two-time Stanley Cup champion and Oilers CHED analyst Rob Brown (0:46) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to look at Edmonton's post-Olympic break outlook. He shares his thoughts on Connor McDavid's play in Milan, the pressure on McDavid increasing after a loss in the Gold Medal game, Paul Coffey's return to the Oilers' bench, and the team's biggest needs at the deadline. Later, Canucks Central's Satiar Shah stops by (28:47) to share a deadline preview for Vancouver, Elias Pettersson's future, and what Canucks fans should watch for down the regular season stretch. 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 get set for puck drop as the Toronto Maple Leafs return to action to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning. They share expectations for Auston Matthews following a taxing gold-medal run, discuss the decision to start Anthony Stolarz, and react to Keith Pelley's message to Leafs season ticket holders. They chat about the importance of the next three games and how they will shape the Leafs' direction at the trade deadline. Later, Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson joins the show (32:11) to dive deeper into tonight's matchup, whether the Leafs can find a way into playoff position down the stretch, and the keys for the team to hit the ground running out of the break. 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.

Former NHLer Garry Galley joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne (4:13) as players return to practice following the Olympic break. He shares his thoughts on the level of play in Milan, whether Canada should have regrets with their roster selection, and Macklin Celebrini stealing the spotlight. Then, he discusses the challenge of returning to NHL action after playing at the Olympics, Juraj Slafkovský's development, and the outlook for each Canadian team down the stretch. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss the Avalanche acquiring Brent Kulak from the Penguins for Sam Girard and a second-round pick before going through the names on Kyp's latest trade board, including Elias Pettersson, MacKenzie Weegar, Robert Thomas, 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.

The Leafs Hour returns! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with a look ahead to the teams' back-to-back in Florida, and Auston Matthews' status for the games with him at the White House with Team USA. Then, they take a look at the lines as the Leafs get back to practice, the latest on Chris Tanev, and the plan in net for the crucial pre-trade deadline stretch. Later, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph stops by (31:15) to discuss how the two-week Olympic break can be a boost for the Leafs, what a gold medal can do for Matthews, and whether there's still a chance the Leafs can push for a playoff spot down the stretch. 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.

Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber (5:32) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the outcome from Canada vs. USA's Gold Medal hockey game, if Hockey Canada brought the right personnel to Milan, what winning the gold medal and Captaining USA Hockey could do for Auston Matthews and the Maple Leafs for the rest of the season, how the loss could fuel Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon, and if the NHL should reintroduce a Summit Series between USA and Canada for a 7-game series in the future. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on what the next World Cup would look like, if Doug Armstrong and Jon Cooper will return for Team Canada, and Nazem Kadri addressing trade rumours.  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 Team Canada's loss to the USA in the gold medal game on Sunday morning. They break down the game and discuss whether there are any roster regrets, missed opportunities from Connor McDavid, Macklin Celebrini and Nathan MacKinnon, and Jon Cooper's coaching in overtime. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick joins the show (30:49) to share his take on the game, whether Canada brought the right group to Milan, what a gold medal run can do for Auston Matthews, players at the Olympics poking fun at Leafs fans, and whether the Olympics should review 3-on-3 overtime for future events. 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.