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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne talk all things Blue and White on The FAN’s daily Leafs podcast. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 3pm-5pm ET.

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    • May 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1,152 EPISODES

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    The Real Kyper & Bourne podcast is a must-listen for any hockey fan. With a great balance of perspectives from Nick Kypreos, the grizzled NHL tough guy, Justin Bourne, the more offense-minded and analytics-focused host, and Sammy, the fan representative, the show offers a well-rounded discussion of the sport. The chemistry between the hosts is fantastic, and they clearly enjoy working together and have great rapport. Kypreos adds humor and isn't afraid to criticize the team when necessary, making for an entertaining and honest show.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of perspectives that the hosts bring to the table. Kyper's experience as a former player provides valuable insights, while Bourne's analytical approach adds another layer to their discussions. Sammy represents the fan perspective well, making sure that all angles are covered. The guests on the show are also impressive, providing additional expertise and diverse viewpoints.

    However, one downside of this podcast is that it often focuses heavily on the Toronto Maple Leafs. While understandable since it is a Canadian radio show, it may not appeal as much to fans of other teams who are seeking more varied content. Additionally, some listeners have mentioned that they would like to hear more analytics-oriented guests to provide further depth in certain discussions.

    In conclusion, The Real Kyper & Bourne podcast stands out as one of the top hockey-talk podcasts available. It offers a good balance between entertainment and insightful analysis with its mix of perspectives from Kypreos, Bourne, and Sammy. The chemistry between them is evident in their discussions, making for an enjoyable listening experience. While some improvements such as broader team coverage or additional analytics-oriented guests could enhance the show even further, it remains a strong choice for any hockey enthusiast seeking engaging conversations about their favorite sport.



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    Early Second Round Review with Doug MacLean

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 49:55


    Doug MacLean – former NHL President, general manager & head coach makes his weekly appearance (1:12) with Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the early success of the Edmonton Oilers over the Vegas Golden Knights, Calvin Pickard exceeding expectations since coming in net, the differences in the Maple Leafs' roster against the Florida Panthers, a general manager's voice in roster changes during the playoffs, and the front office vacancies across the league. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Nicolas Roy's cross-check in overtime against the Oilers before answering your questions and takes 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.

    Leafs Hour: High Spirits in Sunrise

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 49:57


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 3 between the Leafs and Florida Panthers as the second-round series flips from Toronto to Sunrise. They get into the Leafs' mindset going into the game, secondary scoring delivering, Chris Tanev's impact on the overhauled blue line and whether the wear and tear of Florida's playoff past is catching up to them. Later, they answer your calls and questions 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.

    A Goaltender's Trust in Defence + Canes' Consistency

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Devan Dubnyk (6:15) – former NHL goalie & current NHL analyst to chat about Mikko Rantanen's rising production with the Dallas Stars, what it was like facing off against Mikko during his netminding days, how much trust you can put on your defense as a goaltender, how Calvin Pickard has given the Edmonton Oilers a boost, and if there's an art in selling calls in net. Then, Aaron Ward (31:16) – Stanley Cup Champion with the Carolina Hurricanes stops by to look at how the Canes can beat the Washington Capitals, their consistency in the playoffs, and who he thinks will clinch the East Final between the Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers. 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.

    Leafs Hour: Gaining Momentum in Game 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 49:48


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-3 win over the Florida Panthers in Game 2 to secure a 2-0 series lead. They get into the Leafs' resilience against Florida's best, Max Pacioretty's postseason revival, Auston Matthews' shutdown play, William Nylander's scorching stretch and Joseph Woll's strong game. Then, they discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's series so far, questionable penalty calls and a quiet pair of games for Florida's stars. Later, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph (37:05) weighs in on what's led to the team's 2-0 series lead, Pacioretty's surge, Craig Berube's imprint and the top line's defensive commitment.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.

    Dallas and Winnipeg Face-Off + Oilers' Depth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in Jack Michaels (5:43) – play-by-play for the Edmonton Oilers on Sportsnet to chat about the team's run through the second round, the depth of the roster finding its form, whether the Vegas Golden Knights can keep it a close series, Kris Knoblauch's influencing demeanour on the players, and who's stepped up in the absence of Mattias Ekholm. Then, Sean Reynolds (28:05) – Sportsnet reporter for the Winnipeg Jets & HNIC – takes a look back at their Game 7 victory, whether Connor Hellebuyck can find his game in Round 2 against the Dallas Stars, and how he views Mikko Rantanen matching up against Kyle Connor.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.

    Leafs Hour: The Focus in Game 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 49:55


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Leafs and Florida Panthers. They get into the news that Anthony Stolarz has been ruled out, Joseph Woll's outlook and how the Leafs should respond to Sam Bennett. Then, they discuss how Aaron Ekblad's return changes the matchup, power play adjustments, and William Nylander's strong postseason so far. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (34:15) lays out the stakes in Game 2 before sharing his thoughts on the team's mindset on Bennett, Auston Matthews' scoring struggles and the blue line's offensive production.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.

    Playoff Goaltending with Henrik Lundqvist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Henrik Lundqvist (4:45) – former NHL goaltender and NHL analyst for TNT to chat about Connor Hellebuyck's drastic differences in performances from the regular season to the playoffs, Lundqvist's experience in preparing for the most important games of the year, defending against physical forwards, how he would've reacted if he was in Anthony Stolarz's pads being hit by Sam Bennett, and how much pressure Calvin Pickard feels after being thrusted into the number one goaltending spot for Edmonton. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee revisit their picks from Round 1, make their Stanley Cup Playoffs semi-final picks, discuss Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon both committing to Team Canada at the World Championship, Connor Bedard's decision not to join the guys in Stockholm, and the New York Islanders winning the first pick of the 2025 NHL Draft.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.

    Leafs Hour: Game 1 Win Comes with Cost

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 49:47


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 5-4 win over the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of Round 2. They get into the Leafs' physical start before discussing Anthony Stolarz's exit from the game, Sam Bennett's dirty play and whether the league should have disciplined the Florida forward. Then, they break down Joseph Woll's effort in relief, the plan in net for Game 2, line matchups, and Matthew Tkachuk going after Mitch Marner late in the game.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.

    Vally's View: Round 2 Goaltending Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 49:49


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the national hour by discussing the thrilling comeback win from the Winnipeg Jets in Game 7 before bringing in Steve Valiquette, CEO of Clear Sight Analytics (6:36). Vally shares his thoughts on Connor Hellebuyck's overall performance against the St. Louis Blues, whether he can find his form against the Dallas Stars, if Jake Oettinger can control and limit offensive rebounds from the Winnipeg Jets, Anthony Stolarz's leash against the Florida Panthers, how the Maple Leafs can attack Sergei Bobrovsky, and whether Calvin Pickard is now the number one goaltending for the Edmonton Oilers' post-season run. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about Mikko Rantanen's efforts to help his current team advance to the semi-finals against one of his former teams and why it was important for him to beat the Colorado Avalanche.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.

    Leafs Hour: Feeling Out Florida Before Game 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 49:53


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee check in ahead of Game 1 of the Leafs' second-round matchup against the Florida Panthers. They discuss what's changed for the Leafs since the last time they met in the playoffs in 2023, the team's underdog mentality, the importance of a strong start, how to handle Florida's physical style and their expectations for the core forwards. Later, former NHLer and Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay (37:56) discusses what led to Florida's 4-1 series win over the Lightning in Round 1, how they've grown since their Stanley Cup win last year, Sergei Bobrovsky's clutch playoffs so far 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.

    Wrapping Up Round 1 with Doug MacLean

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 49:47


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHL president, GM and coach Doug MacLean (4:10) for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance! Mac gets into what led to the Kings' collapse vs. the Oilers, this offseason's coaching carousel after Rick Tocchet's Canucks divorce and Mike Sullivan landing with the Rangers, the Jets needing more Connor Hellebuyck ahead of Game 6 tonight, how the Leafs approach their second-round matchup against the Panthers and much more. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss Brandon Hagel's comments on Aaron Ekblad's hit 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.

    Leafs Hour: Round 1 Re-Leaf

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 49:51


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-2 win over the Ottawa Senators in Game 6 as they close out their first-round series and move on to face the Florida Panthers in Round 2. They discuss Craig Berube's business-like approach, Max Pacioretty's meaningful impact, the core's performance and the near lineup mix-up with the Nylander brothers. Then, they look ahead to Round 2 and debate who should start in net for Game 1. Later, they answer your calls and questions on a playoff-winning edition of 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.

    State of Canadian Teams in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 49:48


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet's David Amber (5:50) to chat about the state of the Canadian NHL teams in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They get into late hits across the league in Round 1, the Montreal Canadiens' bright future, and why Dallas Stars could become Stanley Cup favourites if they take down the Colorado Avalanche. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Scott Arniel and Jim Montgomery's testy comments about Brayden Schenn's hit on Mark Scheifele, Jon Cooper's future behind the bench for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the Aquilini family considering selling their part of Canucks ownership.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.

    Leafs Hour: Can Buds Close in Game 6?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 6 between the Leafs and Ottawa Senators as Toronto gets its third straight chance to close out their first-round series. They get into the panicky pulse of Leafs Nation, the importance of starting strong, expectations for Anthony Stolarz after a shaky stretch, pressure on the core four and much more. Then, they break down Craig Berube's decision to promote Max Pacioretty to the second line. Then, former Leafs GM and current analyst Gord Stellick (32:41) outlines the stakes in tonight's contest, why the Leafs have struggled in closeout games, and the focus on Auston Matthews.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.

    First-Round Chaos with Colby Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Colby Armstrong (5:11) – former NHLer and Sportsnet hockey analyst to chat about the Edmonton Oilers pushing the L.A. Kings to the brink of elimination, how Calvin Pickard has given the Oilers a boost in net, if he believes the Maple Leafs will avoid being reversed swept by the Ottawa Senators, Game 5 between the Winnipeg Jets and St. Louis Blues, and what has surprised him the most about the Montreal Canadians. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss why Connor Hellebuyck needs to show why he's the number one goaltender in Winnipeg, Aaron Ekblad's suspension, and if the Habs can extend their series against the Washington Capitals.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.

    Leafs Hour: Lacking Leadership in Game 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 49:55


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators in Game 5. They get into the Leafs' closeout struggles, why there's still reason to be optimistic, Auston Matthews' rough game, the team's lack of leadership and compete, and much more. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (34:21) shares what's changed for the Senators in the last two games, why the Leafs' core continues to struggle in the postseason and the team's lack of accountability.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.

    Vally's View: Connor Hellebuyck vs. the St. Louis Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 49:44


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome back Steve Valiquette (5:50) – analyst for the New York Rangers on MSG, CEO of Clear Sight Analytics to break down Connor Hellebuyck's numbers in net against the St. Louis Blues' offence, what adjustments he needs to make, why he's not changing his stance on Linus Ullmark, reasons to have started Joseph Woll in Game 4 against the Ottawa Senators, and both Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens losing their starters in Game 3. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Rick Tocchet not returning to the bench for the Vancouver Canucks and the future of the franchise, before wrapping the show with a look at Aaron Ekblad's high hit on Brandon Hagel.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.

    Leafs Hour: Battling Closeout Demons

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 49:53


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee set the stage for Game 5 between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Ottawa Senators. They share their confidence levels up 3-1, how Anthony Stolarz can bounce back from his subpar Game 4 outing, whether the Leafs' should consider subbing David Kämpf into the lineup, the 'hate factor' of the series and much more. Later, former Leaf and Stanley Cup champ Gary Roberts (32:41) shares his impressions of the series, how the Leafs' skilled players can generate more offensively, modern playoff physicality vs. physical play in his era, Chris Tanev's impact and how players battle injuries during this time of year.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.

    Caps Bully Habs to the Brink + Kings' Collapse

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 49:56


    Washington Capitals analyst Alan May joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss the Caps taking a 3-1 series lead over the Montreal Canadiens (6:05). He gets into how Washington has matched up against the Habs' top line, the importance of being physical in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Logan Thompson's status moving forward, Ivan Demidov's potential and much more. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about Connor Hellebuyck's continuing struggles in net for the Winnipeg Jets, why the Edmonton Oilers have taken the reigns in their series against the L.A. Kings, and the controversial suspension vs. no suspension for Brandon Hagel and Matthew Tkachuk in the Battle of Florida.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.

    Leafs Hour: Sens Extend the Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 49:53


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-3 loss to the Ottawa Senators in Game 4 as the series rolls on to Toronto for Game 5. They get into the lack of urgency in the closeout game, Artem Zub's late headshot on John Tavares, the team needing more from Auston Matthews, whether they should've turned to Joseph Woll in net for Game 4 and the heightened stakes for Game 5. Later, former NHLer and host of the Coming In Hot Sens podcast Jason York (31:18) shares what changed for Ottawa on Saturday, the Senators' blue-line adjustments, and which playoff debutants have impressed so far in Round 1.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.

    Oil Change in Net + Decision on Brandon Hagel

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 49:54


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHL President, GM and Head Coach Doug MacLean (5:00) to chat about the Edmonton Oilers' bold decision to start Calvin Pickard in Game 3, what this series could mean for Connor McDavid's future, why the Ottawa Senators still aren't built for postseason success, Mitch Marner's motivation in Toronto, Brandon Hagel's controversial hit on Aleksander Barkov, and what Barkov's potential absence could mean for the Panthers' Stanley Cup hopes. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee continue discussing Hagel's potential suspension and how the Oilers are hurting the prime years of McDavid.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.

    Leafs Hour: Buds Push Sens to the Brink

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 49:56


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 3-2 overtime win over the Ottawa Senators in Game 3 to take a 3-0 series lead. They get into Simon Benoit's unlikely overtime heroics, the team's defensive buy-in, Nick Cousins' fine from warm-ups, the top line delivering, the urgency needed in Game 4 and much more. Later, they answer your calls and questions 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.

    Western Conference Playoffs Check-in

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Rob Brown (4:49), former NHL forward and Edmonton Oilers analyst for CHED to give his take on Edmonton's Round 1 matchup against the L.A. Kings. The guys discuss the impact of Evander Kane and John Klingberg returning to the lineup, the Oilers' early struggles, what needs to change for them to stay alive and how much credit the Kings deserve through 2 games. Then, Marty Turco (30:27), former NHL goaltender and Special Assistant to the President of the Dallas Stars, shares his thoughts on the Stars' 2-1 series lead over the Colorado Avalanche, Jamie Benn's leadership, Jake Oettinger's presence in net, the significance of Gabriel Landeskog's return, and how Mikko Rantanen is adapting to his first playoff run with Dallas.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.

    Leafs Hour: Onto Ottawa for Game 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 49:47


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the Leafs' Game 3 matchup against the Senators in Ottawa as they look to stretch their series lead to 3-0. They react to Max Pacioretty subbing in for Nick Robertson and whether the team should have gone with David Kämpf instead. Later, former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada analyst Kevin Bieksa (27:02) joins the guys in-studio to share his impressions of the Leafs' play so far, Craig Berube's trust in Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews in the defensive end, what Pacioretty can bring to the series, Simon Benoit's impact 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.

    Canadiens, Oilers Game 2 Previews with Jason Bukala

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 49:46


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Jason Bukala (5:35) of Pro Hockey Group & Sportsnet to chat about the Edmonton Oilers' lineup changes from Game One to Two, how Evander Kane and John Klingberg can ease their way back to on-ice speed, whether the Montreal Canadiens are capable of winning their series against the Washington Capitals, what to expect from offensive d-men Lane Hutson and Evan Bouchard in their defensive zone and Mikko Rantanen searching for chemistry in Dallas. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee dive into the Battle of Florida, Matthew Tkachuk's return, and how the Ottawa Senators can get back in their series against 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.

    Leafs Hour: Domi Gets it Done in Game 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 49:50


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' Game 2 win over the Ottawa Senators in overtime to take a 2-0 series lead. They get into Max Domi's overtime heroics, Anthony Stolarz pushing back against Ridly Greig's antics, potential lineup changes for Game 3, the Leafs' defensive style and much more. Later, former Leafs GM and analyst Gord Stellick joins the show (32:01) to share his early takeaways from the series, whether the Leafs should consider David Kämpf or Max Pacioretty for Game 3 and his thoughts on Game 1 in the Battle of Florida.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.

    Jets Dominate the Details + Oilers' Wasted Comeback

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in Sportsnet Jets reporter Sean Reynolds (4:35) to look back on Winnipeg's 2-1 win over the St. Louis Blues to take a 2-0 series lead. He gets into what the keys to success have been for the Jets through 2 games, Mark Scheifele elevating in the playoffs, Logan Stanley's series-shaking hit on Jordan Kyrou, why the team isn't living and dying with Connor Hellebuyck like Jets teams of the past and much more. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to look back on last night's playoff action including Connor McDavid and the Oilers' wasted comeback, and Alex Ovechkin's overtime heroics in Game 2 against the Habs. Finally, the three react to the Islanders dismissing GM Lou Lamoriello and discuss what comes next for the veteran executive.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.

    Leafs Hour: Buds' Game 2 'Edge' with Adam Copeland

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 49:48


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the Leafs' Game 2 matchup against the Ottawa Senators as they look to keep the ball rolling after a 6-2 Game 1 win. They discuss the discourse around Ottawa's 5-on-5 play, what to expect from a physical standpoint, how the Leafs push back against Ridly Greig's antics, Anthony Stolarz's status, Pontus Holmberg's promotion to the second line and much more. Later, All Elite wrestler and Leafs superfan Adam Copeland (35:35) helps share the pulse from Leafs Nation ahead of Game 2.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.

    Kings-Oilers Opener + Avalanche's Dominance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 49:53


    Hockey Hall of Famer and L.A. Kings President Luc Robitaille joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne (7:01) to break down the Kings' mindset heading into their first-round playoff match-up with the Edmonton Oilers, if this is the best version of his team, Darcy Kuemper's Vezina-caliber performance, and how his game-day routine has evolved since moving from the ice to the front office. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam McKee react to Jim Rutherford's comments on Quinn Hughes' future in Vancouver and whether mentioning the Hughes brothers playing together qualifies as 'tampering.' Finally, former NHLer and current Avalanche analyst John-Michael Liles (29:30) jumps on to shares his take on Colorado's dominant Game 1 performance vs. the Dallas Stars, their improved center depth, the potential return of Gabriel Landeskog, and Jared Bednar's steady hand behind the bench.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.

    Leafs Hour: The Perfect Playoff Start?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 49:51


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 6-2 win over the Ottawa Senators to kick off their first-round series. They get into the game's officiating, Ridly Greig's cross-check on John Tavares, Anthony Stolarz's shut-down outing, Linus Ullmark's postseason ghosts resurfacing, Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner's defensive zone play and much more. Then, they get more into Greig's early-series villainy, Brady Tkachuk's quiet night, Max Domi's demotion and potential line changes going into Game 2.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.

    Round One Previews with Garry Galley + Series Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 49:52


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Garry Galley, former NHLer and colour analyst for Sportsnet & Hockey Night in Canada to look at some of the Round One matches with the playoffs getting started on Saturday (5:07). They discuss the goaltending tilt between Jordan Binnington and Connor Hellebuyck, whether the Montreal Canadiens can continue their special season against the Washington Capitals, why it's a perfect matchup for the Caps, the Ottawa Senators being a perfect test for the Maple Leafs, how the Sens can control the series, worries about Edmonton Oilers' depth, and how important will the Battle of Florida be dictated by the status of Matthew Tkachuk. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee share their series picks for the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.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.

    Leafs Hour: The Battle Build-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 49:54


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-3 overtime win over the Detroit Red WIngs to close out the regular season. They discuss Philippe Myers' highlight-reel goal and Scott Laughton's OT heroics before prepping for Game 1 on Sunday against the Ottawa Senators. They get into what to expect from the inexperienced Sens, how the Leafs counter the dynamic defensive duo of Jake Sanderson and Thomas Chabot, the pressure in Toronto and why this year feels different. Finally, they go to the Leafs Line to answer your questions and get you set for Game 1!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.

    Habs' Ticket to the Stanley Cup Playoffs + Neal Pionk's Extension

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 49:53


    Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie (4:07) to discuss the Montreal Canadiens punching their ticket to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, whether this current roster is ready to perform in the postseason, which players can be a playoff difference makers, the evolution of Martin St. Louis' coaching, how he views the matchup between the Washington Capitals and Habs in Round One and his first impressions of Ivan Demidov. Then, Justin and Sam welcome in Sportsnet writer Jacob Stoller (30:19) to share his thoughts on Neal Pionk inking a six-year extension with the Winnipeg Jets and whether the team is healthy enough to compete against the St. Louis Blues in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 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.

    Leafs Hour: Battle of Ontario Question Marks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 49:49


    Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome Sportsnet.ca Leafs insider Luke Fox in-studio to help tee up Toronto's final game of the regular season against the Detroit Red Wings. They discuss how the Leafs approach the zero-stakes matchup before making their playoff lineup projections. They get into the options at 2LW, where Max Domi fits best and a different feeling for the core under Craig Berube. Later, they ask burning Battle of Ontario questions including who will be the most hated figure in the series, the biggest storylines, x-factors, the nightmare-scenario for each team and the potential consequences if the Leafs lose the series.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.

    Reigniting an Ontario Rivalry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 49:40


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee take a look at the Maple Leafs clinching the Atlantic Division locking up a playoff series against the Ottawa Senators, Mitch Marner notching 100 points for the first time in his NHL career and if this milestone will help him in the post-season, bottom six lines, Toronto's physicality against Ottawa, and Linus Ullmark's performances in the playoffs. Then, the guys look towards the Montreal Canadiens' chance to clinch a post-season spot against the resting Carolina Hurricanes, Darnell Nurse's one-game suspension, and fighting in 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 affiliate.

    First Round Matchups By The Numbers + Flames Final Push

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 49:49


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in MSG analyst Steve Valiquette (6:11) to dig into the potential goaltending matchup between the Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators, how goalscoring changes in the postseason, which teams have improved their defence against the rush, how Mattias Ekholm's absence affects Stuart Skinner in net and whether Connor Hellebuyck can find postseason success with 60+ games under his belt. Then, Cory Sarich, former NHLer and Calgary Flames analyst stops by (30:55) to chat about Calgary's chances of sneaking into the playoffs and what they'll need to prioritize when they reach the offseason. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Darnell Nurse's game misconduct, Ivan Demidov's eventful debut in Montreal and Gabriel Landeskog getting called back up to the Avalanche ahead of Game 1.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.

    Leafs Hour: 1 Point to Clinch the Division

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 49:50


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs' penultimate matchup of the regular season against the Buffalo Sabres needing only a point to lock up the Atlantic Division. They check in on the statuses of Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, how the team stays healthy ahead of Game 1 of the playoffs, Max Domi getting more run on the second line, Craig Berube's comments on the team's identity and much more. Later, former NHLer Brad May (30:43) discusses the Leafs/Sabres rivalry and the underlying cause for the Sabres' miserable season. Finally, he shares the recipe for success for Toronto in the playoffs should they meet the Sens in Round 1.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.

    Early Look: Oilers vs. Kings Round One

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 49:53


    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the floor for the returning Sam McKee to explain how he lost a Columbus Blue Jackets jersey gifted by Don Waddell on the TTC and how he was able to get it back. Then, Rob Brown – former NHL forward and Edmonton Oilers analyst – joins the show (7:52) to discuss how the team will be impacted without Mattias Ekholm on their playoff roster, who he sees stepping up in his absence, the path to success getting by the Los Angeles Kings in the first round, and why the future of Edmonton's goaltending will be in the spotlight for the post-season. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about Gabriel Landeskog's road back to the Colorado Avalanche, Logan Couture calling it a career, and the Winnipeg Jets locking up the Presidents' Trophy.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.

    Leafs Hour: Late-Season Line Jumble

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 49:49


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and the returning Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' pair of wins over the weekend after sharing their thoughts on Rory McIlroy's big win at the Masters. They discuss the defensive effort against Montreal despite being short a defenceman, Craig Berube's late-season line shuffling, how the team manages players' workloads ahead of the playoffs and positive signs from Morgan Rielly. Then, the three weigh in on whether 'this year is different' for the Maple Leafs. Finally, they dig into Auston Matthews' recent play and the Leafs' plan in net for the postseason. 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.

    Road to the Postseason with Steve Staios + Doug MacLean!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 49:56


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi discuss what comes next for the eliminated Canucks before they are joined by former NHL president & GM Doug MacLean (7:00) for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares his thoughts on the Canucks' disappointing season, owner Michael Andlauer's impact in Ottawa, the Leafs' top line peaking at the right time, and teams with major changes coming in the offseason. Later, Senators' President of Hockey Ops. & GM Steve Staios joins the show (33:51) to reflect on his squad's long journey to a postseason berth, Linus Ullmark's importance, returns on Dylan Cozens and the potential for a first-round Battle of Ontario.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.

    Leafs Hour: Knies' Rise

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 49:50


    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi look back on the Leafs' 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. They get into the difference between the team's play in Sunrise and Tampa, Matthew Knies evolving into a leadership role and Mitch Marner getting closer to the 100-point mark. Then, they look ahead to the Leafs matchup against Montreal on Saturday where they will be short a defenceman with OEL out. Finally, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (31:03) shares his takeaways from the back-to-back in Florida before discussing Knies' expanding role, the importance of a division title and potential third-line options in the playoffs.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.

    Red-Hot Blues with Chris Pronger + Sens Are Playoff Bound

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 49:56


    Hockey Hall of Fame defenceman Chris Pronger joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to kick off the second hour (3:40). They discuss what's spurred the Blues' scorching stretch, the increase of 'waterbug' defencemen, NHL leadership archetypes, realistic expectations for Ivan Demidov in Montreal and teams on 'upset watch' in the first round. Nick and Justin regroup with Daniele Franceschi to share their thoughts on the Senators clinching a playoff spot, Gabriel Landeskog on the precipice of a long-awaited NHL return and the Canucks' late rally against the 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.

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