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On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) CJ's trade board 2.0 including Rasmus Andersson, Kiefer Sherwood & more (2:45) How much are the Canucks willing to sell? (6:15) What is in store for the Devils in the trade market? (9:00) Philip Danault on the block? (11:30) Alex Tuch most interesting name on the market, could he re-sign in Buffalo? (14:40) New GM Jarmo Kekalainen a good fit for Sabres? (21:00) Could this lead to a coaching change in Buffalo? (25:00) Auston Matthews gesture to the Leafs crowd (28:30) Stick Taps (31:00) Sam Montembeault sent down to AHL on conditioning stint (37:00) Milan stadium update (40:45) Team Canada roster update Pre Order Julian's book BLACK ACES here: https://www.amazon.ca/Black-Aces-Essential-Stories-Trailblazers/dp/1637278624 Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, the Sabres' dynamic revamp, Quinn Hughes' trade to the Wild and his departure from Canucks, Auston Matthews' diminishing play this season and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! ESPN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro on Quinn Hughes' departure from the Canucks, Auston Matthews' decreasing play and the Sabres' revamp on the team. The guys go around the sports world in the latest edition of Gerry's Percentages and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' win against the Blackhawks, the team turning up the notch, Auston Matthews' celebration calling out the noise, Craig Berube's viewpoint of the roster, Leon Draisaitl hitting 1000 points, his all-time rank and the Oilers playing Stuart Skinner in the crease. Washington Capitals forward Dylan Strome on his season with the Capitals, the Alex Ovechkin experience and the team's overview and Ja Rule shanking a golf shot.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. They review Craig Berube's post-game locker room address and discuss the team's slow start, Auston Matthews' response to the fans' third-period boos, and whether the Leafs can take any meaningful takeaways from the incomplete effort. Later, as the Leafs prepare for a Thursday-night matchup against the Capitals, Washington head coach Spencer Carbery joins the show (32:27) to discuss the Caps' recent form, Alex Ovechkin's usage, navigating Pierre-Luc Dubois' absence, the importance of locker room speeches, and the lingering Olympic question for Logan Thompson and Tom Wilson.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 Toronto Maple Leafs overcame a sleepy first forty minutes, scoring back-to-back goals in the third period to secure a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the slow start, how the stars responded to Craig Berube's postgame message after Saturday's loss to the Edmonton Oilers, Auston Matthews answering the crowd's boos with a game-tying goal, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson's offensive impact from the blue 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.
Hour 1 of The Big Show w/ George Rusic & Matty Rose is on demand! To kick off the show the guys break down the Flames 6-3 loss at the hands of the San Jose Sharks. They dive into the weird Sharks second goal, that could've been icing. Then they pivot and ask the question, What happened to Auston Matthews.(30:22) Later on, Matty Rose gets you all caught up on the world of sports in the Rose Report!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.
Hour 2 of The Big Show with Rusic & Rose is on demand! TO kick off hour 2 the guys are joined by Big Show Flames Analyst and media superstar, Brent Krahn! Krahn gives his perspective on the Flames loss last night, what went wrong, whether the 2nd Sharks goal was icing or not and more!(19:36) Later on the guys continue the Flames conversation with Krahn, starting with the 3rd period benching of Matt Coronato. Then, the guys give Krahn some goalie trivia. Lastly, Krahn weighs in on Auston Matthews falling off a cliff.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs general manager and friend of the show! Gord shares his thoughts on the Leafs' win over the Blackhawks last night, including their third period comeback, Auston Matthews' emotional response to the fans, the state of the power play after finally scoring, and how much the team can rely on Joseph Woll down the stretch. Gord also discusses "Holy Mackinaw Night" honoring of Joe Bowen and reflects on some of Joe's great calls throughout the years. Ben and Brent then chat about the idea that Craig Berube's criticism may have motivated Auston Matthews and whether that kind of approach is needed consistently. After the break (30:50), the guys look at how the Knicks celebrated winning the NBA Cup and debate whether it was fair or foul. The guys also react to Jim Bowden's comments about team allegiance, discuss whether his take is correct or offensive to fans, explore whether people who work in sports truly understand fandom, and consider whether it's possible to truly switch teams.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning finish off the morning by welcoming NHL insider Frank Seravalli from Victory+. Frank shares his thoughts on the win yesterday over the Chicago Blackhawks and discusses Auston Matthews' recent play, if Craig Berube calling him out played a role, what it will take for Matthews to return to the conversation as the best player in the league, and what has happened to the aura surrounding him. They explore whether the issue is physical or something bigger, including the possibility of a DNA change as Brad Treliving previously hinted at. Frank also weighs in on whether Matthews would still be the choice as Team USA's captain for the Olympics. The guys then get into the Canucks' decision to move on from Quinn Hughes and whether they sees him in Minnesota long-term. Later, Sam McKee (26:19) of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne shares his thoughts on the Leafs' comeback last night. He chats about if the win changed his feelings about the team's long-term outlook, the constant cycle of believing this could be the turning point, and Matthews' form of late. The guys close out the morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Wednesday morning by recapping the Maple Leafs' wild win over the Blackhawks. They highlight Auston Matthews' much-needed third period power play goal, Craig Berube's message to the team, and Joseph Woll's play in his return from injury. They also reflect on “Holy Mackinaw Night" at Scotiabank Arena and the tribute to play-by-play voice Joe Bowen in his final season in the booth. After the break, the guys discuss the New York Knicks winning the NBA Cup, what it means for the fan base, and the legitimacy of cup competitions in North American sports. The boys wrap up with thoughts on a recent interview from Cody Ponce which featured his love of Star Wars, sparking a debate on the nerdiest position in sports.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.
TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss Samuel Montembeault's move to the AHL, the Maple Leafs' goaltending depth and Joseph Woll's return, Auston Matthews' performance falling, what has hindered his play, the statistics of the season and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Blackhawks, Auston Matthews seeking more production, Anthony Stolarz's injury, Joseph Woll and Dennis Hildeby's role and Connor Bedard's injury impacting the Olympics. TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger on Stolarz's mysterious injury timeline, Bedard's shoulder injury and the Sabres' managerial changes.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson on Auston Matthews' performance decline, the problem with his play and Joseph Woll's return to the crease. The guys go around the sports world in the latest edition of Confirm or Deny and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Connor Bedard-less Chicago Blackhawks on Joe Bowen night. They discuss what to expect from the leaders after being called out by Craig Berube on Saturday, how Auston Matthews will respond, Joseph Woll's return to the lineup, and more. Then, they chat about Connor Bedard's season and whether his recent injury provides Hockey Canada with an excuse not to select him for the Olympic team. Later, the Chicago Sun-Times' Ben Pope joins the show (32:12) to share a Blackhawks perspective on tonight's contest, the latest on Bedard's status, how he's evolved in his third professional year, Chicago's prospects in the pipeline, and Spencer Knight's Vezina-level play.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.
Hour 2 of The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are joined by NHL on ESPN writer, Greg Wyshynski! Greg takes the guys through his perspective eon the Quinn Hughes trade, whether he thinks he will extend in Minnesota, and how Vancouver did with their return for the star defenseman. Then he get into the Stuart Skinner and Tristan Jarry trade. Lastly, Greg gives his take on Auston Matthews struggles headed towards the Olympics.(19:57) Later on, the guys are joined by NFL on CBS analyst, Charles Davis! Charles starts by diving into all the injuries across the NFL this weekend. Then Charles gets into who he thinks are the pretenders and who are the real contenders across the league. Lastly, He touches on the return of Phillip Rivers!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.
JD opens today's show reacting to Auston Matthews' comments at practice, before diving into what was supposed to be his comeback season and the idea of moving William Nylander to Matthews' line (00:00). Maple Leafs defensemen, Troy Stecher, joins the show to chat about his newfound success with the Leafs, and his relationships with Chris Tanev and Jake McCabe (15:00). JD and Producer Armen then chat about the Raptors win and the unofficial opening of the trade season (35:00). 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.
He is one of the top analysts in hockey and is never shy about voicing his opinion. Neil and Vic welcome ESPN/Sportsnet's Ray Ferraro to the show to discuss the recent trades and other league news.We'll hit our usual Three Things You need to Pay Attention to at the top of the program with a nod to the latest to the 1000 point club and, after speaking with Ray, we'll hit on a couple of offbeat items - one having to do with a team record book and the other focusing on how you may begin to see the NHL differently as soon as next season.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:28] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To[10:12] - ESPN/Sportsnet analyst Ray Ferraro is welcomed to the show and opens with his love for what he does post-playing career, both as a TV analyst and podcaster.[15:45] - The rise and fall of the Vancouver Canucks - from two seasons ago where the team was a division leader to one now on an apparent re-build.[23:26] - The Vancouver media is one of the loudest around the NHL and its potential impact on, perhaps, advancing the urgency of the trade of captain Quinn Hughes.[26:25] - Looking at the deal from the Minnesota side. Are they truly going to be able to compete in April with the heavyweights not only in Western Conference but even in their own division.[30:18] - Neil backs up one of Ray's points about the timing and types of players a GM looks for at during certain times during the season.[33:37] - Ray weighs in on the Edmonton-Pittsburgh goalie swap.[36:52] - What the hell's going on in New York? Ray adds to the hosts earlier discussion on the Sabres first.[40:39] - Ray speaks on another team trying to find its way, the Rangers. Is there a true strategy there?[46:22] - Another team that periodically looks lost, the Toronto Maple Leafs. Ray offers a theory.[49:31] - In praising John Tavares, is his replacement as captain, Auston Matthews, really the leader that is going to move the needle in Toronto?[52:53] - Moving from a lot of negative critiquing, Ray notes his most positive stories during the first half of this season.[57:17] - Wrapping up the discussion with Ray Ferraro.[58:41] - Injury/Personnel report [1:05:00] - Winnipeg Jets owner Mark Chipman looking to have the records of Jets 1.0 and 2.0 consolidated.[1:07:49] - The NHL looking at more dark-on-dark uniform matchups in its future. [1:12:07] - "Holy Mackinaw Night" in Toronto.X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #NHL #SummerCoolers #AnaheimDucks # #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets #RayFerraro #ESPN #Sportsnet #LeonDraisaitl #WayneGretzky #MarkMessier #JariKurri #SidenyCrosby #MarioLemieux #TristanJarry #StuartSkinner #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #ConnorMcDavid #MacklinCelebrini #DustinWolf #JarmoKekalainen #ScottyBowman #KevynAdams #ScottyBowman #GerryMeehan #JohnMuckler #DracyRegier #JasonBotterill #JohnTortorella #RamusDahlin #TageThompson #AlexTuch #LindyRuff #CraigSimpson #TonyHrkac #DarrenDreger #Ray&DregsHockeyPodcast #RickTocchet #JTMiller #EliasPettersson...
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the morning by welcoming the voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Joe Bowen! The guys take a moment to look back on some of Joe's career highlights as they get ready for Holy Mackinaw Night at the Scotiabank Arena tonight. Joe also shares his assessment of the team so far this year and shares this Leafs team differs from others they came up with in the city. Ben and Brent wrap up the interview with thoughts on the broadcaster's legendary career in Toronto and what he's meant to both of them. After the break, ESPN NHL writer Greg Wyshynski joins Ben and Brent to share stories from across the league including the Auston Matthews' form, the Quinn Hughes trade, and the Buffalo Sabres' decision to fire GM Kevyn Adams after so many years. The guys close out the morning with your Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour reacting to comments from Craig Berube about Auston Matthews' recent form. They dive into the captain's response, potential lineup changes with William Nylander skating on the top line, and the goaltending outlook with Joseph Woll's return on the horizon. They also touch on Connor Bedard being out ahead of tonight's clash between the Blackhawks and Maple Leafs, and forecast if this injury will impact his Olympic availability. After the break, Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (27:13) joins the show to break down the Raptors' win over the Heat last night. He assess their defensive effort and scoring outlook with RJ Barrett's return, before discussing some potential trade targets, including how realistic a pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo may be for Toronto.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 this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Breaking down the Quinn Hughes trade (12:30) Who could the Wild be targeting next? (16:00) How does Bill Guerin get Hughes to stay? (19:30) Who is next to get traded in Vancouver? (22:15) Teams who didn't land Hughes and what they do next? (26:30) Oilers land Jarry (33:30) Pittsburgh not looking too hot on the ice (35:15) Another other possible trades happening before the trade freeze? (36:46) Are the Sabres looking at replacing GM Kevyn Adams? (40:45) What's going on with Auston Matthews? (50:00) Ask CJ Pre Order Julian's book BLACK ACES here: https://www.amazon.ca/Black-Aces-Essential-Stories-Trailblazers/dp/1637278624 Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss Quinn Hughes' trade to the Wild and the next steps in Vancouver, how Hughes makes Minnesota a contender and his fit on the team, Kevyn Adams dismissed as general manager with the Sabres, Connor McDavid's dominance and Auston Matthews' tough stretch with the Maple Leafs. Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease on his signing with the Blue Jays, the role in Toronto and the outlook of his career with the team.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. They discuss Auston Matthews' decline, the Leafs' decision to make him unavailable to the media post-game, and his response to Craig Berube calling out the team's leadership group. Later, they receive updates on Chris Tanev and Joseph Woll's injuries, share their thoughts on Connor McDavid's highlight-reel goal, and discuss the current uncertain status of Anthony Stolarz.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out Monday morning alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox. Luke shares what he saw on Saturday that led to the Maple Leafs' letdown, discusses expectations around Auston Matthews compared to Connor McDavid, and reacts to Craig Berube's post-game press conference. The guys examine the team's urgency given their current position, who would feel the most pressure if the Leafs miss the playoffs, where Matthew Knies fits into the leadership core, when Joseph Woll could return to the net, and who should start in goal for Canada at the Olympics. Later, Trey Wingo (24:55) of the Straight Facts Homie podcast gives his thoughts on a wild Week 15 in the NFL. He chat about the Chiefs elimination from playoff contention, the similarities between Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes' trajectories, and whether the Chiefs can still emulate the Patriots dynasty. They also get into the Bills' chances to win the AFC East, how he expects New England to respond after their loss to Buffalo, his impressions of Philip Rivers, and the latest on the Bengals and Joe Burrow. Ben and Brent close out the morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour of the week with a look back on Craig Berube's comments following his team's 6-3 loss to the Oilers on Saturday. They discuss the need for more from the leadership core right now and what that could look like for the group. They also compare and contrast Auston Matthews from three years ago to now and examine what has changed so drastically. Later, the guys break down Mark Shapiro's five-year extension with the Blue Jays, the significance of Tyler Rogers signing in Toronto, and what his role in the bullpen might look like. After the break, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (25:55) explores Atkins' new deal and if the World Series run provided enough proof of concept to justify it. The conversation also touches on why the pitching market is moving faster than the position-player market, the possibility of turning to the trade market to address bullpen depth, and the latest on Kyle Tucker.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 Toronto Maple Leafs fall 6-3 to the Edmonton Oilers on Hockey Night in Canada. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss and discuss Auston Matthews' decline, William Nylander getting benched, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's down game despite a goal, and Connor McDavid's dominant play.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 EP323 we discussed the Leafs loss to the Oilers. What's behind the regression of Auston Matthews and who's in at the bottom of Canadas Olympic Roster?
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Join us live as we break down everything from tonight's Leafs vs. Oilers matchup — full reaction to how Toronto handled Edmonton's pressure, how Tristan Jarry looked in his Oilers debut, and whether Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, or Max Domi drove the offence. We'll dissect the lineup storylines from earlier today, evaluate how Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson impacted the game, and analyze the team's defensive play with Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe, and Troy Stecher. Plus: goaltending takeaways from Dennis Hildeby, special teams swings, turning points, and what it all means for the Leafs' climb in the Eastern Conference. Your calls, your reactions, and everything you need from tonight's result.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, Tristan Jarry's trade to the Oilers, the Maple Leafs' defeat to the Sharks and Oliver Ekman-Larsson's injury status, Auston Matthews' style and his ranking in the league and more.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 3-2 loss to the San Jose Sharks in overtime. They discuss the concerning trend of blown leads, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's injury, first impressions of the William Nylander-led third line, Auston Matthews' poor backcheck in overtime, and Dennis Hildeby continuing to prove he belongs. Then, they revisit Anthony Stolarz's extension and whether the Leafs moved too quickly in locking him up for four more years. Later, they look ahead to the Leafs' Saturday matchup against the Edmonton Oilers after they swapped Stuart Skinner for Tristan Jarry. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam hit 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.
The Toronto Maple Leafs surrendered a two-goal lead, falling 3-2 in overtime to the San Jose Sharks at home. JD Bunkis and Jackie Redmond break down the game and discuss another stellar outing for Dennis Hildeby, first impressions of a William Nylander-led third line, Auston Matthews snapping the power play's slump and Oliver Ekman-Larsson's 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.
Paul Bissonnette joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto's 3-2 OT loss to San Jose. Biz kicks things off with his thoughts on the defeat before diving into Auston Matthews and William Nylander, who had some careless moments with the puck late in the game. The guys also discuss Matthews' recent tendency to defer and pass up shots, and whether something might be going on behind the scenes.From there, Biz weighs in on the evolving Nylander–Berube dynamic, including Craig Berube's decision to bump Nylander down to the third line. He also touches on Toronto's recent six-game point streak, what it says about this group, and whether the Leafs could still surprise people if they get into the playoffs.The conversation shifts to Oliver Ekman-Larsson's injury — and why it looks like the Leafs may have dodged a bullet. Biz shares his perspective on OEL's evolution in recent years from his days as a teammate in Arizona, and why he's been Toronto's best defenceman this season. Finally, the guys examine Toronto's crease and whether one of the goalies could become a trade chip as the deadline approaches.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake
Alberga, Meaney and Jensen answer mailbag questions surrounding players around the NHL, including the impact of Timo Meier being on leave of absence on the New Jersey Devils, the Montreal Canadiens recalling goalie prospect Jacob Fowler, whether to be patient with Quinton Byfield in a one-year fantasy league and a debate between Macklin Celebrini and Auston Matthews. The guys also cover Darren Raddysh's breakout season, Josh Doan's under-the-radar production and some of the hot fantasy goalie options on the waiver wire. Then, in "On the Money," presented by Bet365.ca, Matt Palka of Top Cheddar Picks joins the show to discuss the Thursday slate and futures storylines surrounding the Anaheim Ducks, Vezina Trophy contenders like Logan Thompson of the Washington Capitals and Ilya Sorokin of the New York Islanders.
Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi begin the second hour by evaluating Auston Matthews' season so far. They consider how his evolving game might shape fan perception, his role as a two-way centre, and the outlook for his next contract. They then shift to the red-hot Oklahoma City Thunder and their potential to continue climbing the NBA ranks. Do they have a chance to surpass the 2016 Golden State Warriors? Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (24:35) joins from Orlando to break down the Blue Jays' work in the Winter Meetings, including their pursuit of a bat and a bullpen arm. He shares their position in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, their stance on available relievers, the latest on Bo Bichette, and how Pete Alonso's move to the Orioles impacts the broader free-agent 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.
In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi are joined by Toronto Star writer and Leafs historian Damien Cox. They discuss the Northern Star award voting, including the debate over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander versus Summer McIntosh and other candidates. The conversation shifts to the Leafs, examining their recent performance, Dennis Hildeby's role, and player safety decisions around Bobby McMann. Damien also shares insights on Auston Matthews' transition. Next, sports analyst Luke Gazdic (22:44) joins to discuss Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks' potential, the Leafs' resurgence, and Troy Stecher's impressive performance. They also explore Team Canada's goaltending prospects for the Olympics before wrapping up with today's Canadian Sports Moment.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.
Former Marlies head coach — and now GM/bench boss of Adler Mannheim — Dallas Eakins joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging chat on the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Eakins weighs in on the turbulent start to the season, the team's recent surge, and the all-out chaos unfolding in the Atlantic Division.He also breaks down Toronto's struggling power play, where Auston Matthews is truly at in his career, and why Dennis Hildeby and Troy Stecher have grabbed their massive opportunities and run with them. Both players have been outstanding.To wrap things up, Eakins offers his prediction for what to expect from the Leafs the rest of the way. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake
TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss Connor McDavid's accolades and if he is in the Hart Trophy sweepstakes, Auston Matthews' skill set, Mitch Marner's decreased production with the Golden Knights and his role, the Maple Leafs' win against the Lightning, Quinn Hughes' future in Vancouver and more
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with a look at the jumbled-up standings before bringing in former NHL goaltender and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (6:20). Vally shares his thoughts on NHL 'parity,' Andrei Vasilevskiy's injury, the Leafs' goaltending situation, the increase of goalie injuries around the league, the difficult environment for Thatcher Demko in Vancouver, the underlying numbers for why Auston Matthews' scoring is down, why Montreal should call up standout goalie prospect Jacob Fowler, and more. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss Vince Dunn's massive hit on Mats Zuccarello, Bill Daly's update on the Olympic ice, and the Avalanche lining up to use Nordiques jerseys against the Habs in their January meeting.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 Toronto Maple Leafs pitch a shutout against the Tampa Bay Lightning, closing out with a 2-0 win at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the playoff feel, Dennis Hildeby's first career shutout, Auston Matthews' encouraging performance, Bobby McMann's game misconduct, 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.
John Scott, eight-year NHL forward and host of Dropping the Gloves podcast, joins JD to discuss the NHL's Department of Player Safety having a hearing to debate a potential suspension for Bobby McMann, why he didn't panic about the Leafs during their slow start, Auston Matthews' impressive performance against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the impact of getting scratched as a healthy player. JD later explains why Nick Robertson would benefit from a new home (25:00), before Producer Armen lays out Shams Charania's report indicating the Raptors interest in Anthony Davis (33:00). 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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday's show by recapping the Leafs' 2–0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. They dive into the team's potential season turnaround after a rough start and highlight Dennis Hildeby's strong play in his first career shutout. They praise waiver pickup Troy Stecher's unexpected impact amid injuries on the blue line and touch on Dakota Joshua's improvement, Auston Matthews' recent form, and the upcoming matchup against the Sharks. After the break, they discuss reports from the MLB winter meetings regarding José Berríos' handling of his postseason demotion and the implications for the Blue Jays' rotation next year. Before the next break, they examine the Eagles' Monday night loss to the Chargers and reflect on the unusual struggles of the defending Super Bowl champions.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.
JD and Producer Armen start the show talking about LeBron James' 10-point scoring streak ending in Toronto in the most poetic way. JD then shifts focus to the Maple Leafs and brings on (14:00) Jackie Redmond, from the NHL on TNT and WWE, to expand on Woll's injury, Troy Stecher being relatable, and Auston Matthews closing in on Mats Sundin's Leafs goal scoring record. 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.
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week by celebrating a big Maple Leafs win over the Carolina Hurricanes. They highlight strong performances from Matthew Knies, the top line, Auston Matthews, Scott Laughton, Bobby McMann, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, while noting the potential impact of Joseph Woll's injury on the team's goaltending. After the break, they shift to the Raptors' narrow loss to the Lakers and the end of LeBron James' streak of 1,297 straight 10-point games. They reflect on its significance in Toronto, Jakob Poeltl's absence, and Scottie Barnes' impressive season, before looking ahead to the upcoming World Cup Draw!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 Leafs' Thursday-night test against the Carolina Hurricanes. Then, they discuss the team's decision to go back to Joseph Woll against the Canes and whether the Leafs' goaltending play frees them up to trade a goalie away. After, they get into the Leafs' dominance in the faceoff circle and revisit yesterday's chat on Auston Matthews' form. Later, three-time Stanley Cup champion Justin Williams joins the show (33:50) to tee up the Hurricanes' side of tonight's matchup and shares his thoughts on Jaccob Slavin's absence, the goaltending trio's play so far this season, and GM Eric Tulsky's emphasis on analytics.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 with a look back on the Leafs' 4-1 win over the Florida Panthers in Sunrise. They discuss the surprisingly subdued play from the Cats, the third line starting to gel, Troy Stecher giving the backend a different look, and why it's time to abandon the five-forward power play. Then, they evaluate Auston Matthews' season and whether he can return to his pre-injured form. Later, they dip into McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your Leafs-related 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.
JD reacts to the wins from the Maple Leafs and Raptors, before bringing on James Mirtle (12:00), senior writer from The Athletic. JD and James get into the Leafs' best performance of their season, if they're buying stock in the third line after their encouraging performance, why Scott Laughton's presence has made a difference, Troy Stecher's surprising impact, the Leafs poor powerplay, Auston Matthews' play and Brandon Carlo's timeline. 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.
In this episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begins with dedications to Kevin Dineen and Carla MacLeod following their cancer diagnoses. Kyle unpacks Matthews and McDavid's surprising equipment switches (5:00). They break down Auston Matthews snapping his goal drought in a 7–2 win over the Penguins (10:00) and debate who should claim the final two spots on Canada's Olympic roster (23:27). The guys revisit the growing Ducks–Blackhawks rivalry (25:59), the questionable calls involving Bedard and Quinn Hughes, and why younger NHL stars need more leeway from officials (28:41). They hit on Mike Matheson's new five-year deal in Montreal and the shrinking defence UFA class (34:13), Edmonton's stance on upgrading from Stuart Skinner (43:03), Doug Armstrong's aggressive work in St. Louis (47:22), and an incredible play from Kyle Palmieri (49:18). Plus, thoughts on Dan Vladar's strong run in Philadelphia (56:18), Vancouver's roster questions (57:12). The final thought focuses on how this year's condensed schedule is grinding players down (1:02:06).Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:09:25).Today we highlight Calgary based band BETABOYS and their track Alone in Paradise. Check them out here.Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.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 this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we bring on hockey development pioneer who works with some of the top names in the game, Darryl Belfry. Darryl's client list includes the likes of Sidney Crosby, Patrick Kane, Auston Matthews, John Tavares… among others of the NHL's elite. Darryl also just came out with a book, "Belfry Hockey: Strategies to Teach the World's Best Athletes." On this podcast we cover so many great topics, including: — Darryl's journey to working with the top players in the world — Can you teach offense? — Manipulating failure and success rates in your coaching — Linking transition hockey with hockey sense AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! JOIN HTTU TODAY! HTT MERCH Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alberga, Hahn and Meaney are back from Thanksgiving break talking injury news around the NHL, from the return of Brady Tkachuk, Auston Matthews and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins to recent injuries for Adam Fox, Lukas Dostal and others. Jensen joins the show to discuss the fantasy appeal of players like Gabriel Landeskog, Jamie Benn, Andre Burakovsky, Brandon Bussi and defenseman replacements for Fox. Then, in “On the Money,” presented by Bet365.ca, the guys give some betting sides and props for upcoming games this week, including some renewed hype surrounding the “Battle of Pennsylvania” on Monday.