Podcast appearances and mentions of Craig Berube

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and guest producer Cristian Ceniti open today's New Year's Eve episode with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' 4-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils. They dive into the Buds' complete effort while shorthanded, hear what Craig Berube had to say postgame, and look into Nick Robertson's revival of late. They also touch on Toronto's improved power play, Matthew Knies' tilt against Nico Hischier, hear Sheldon Keefe's take on the fight, and share an update on Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua. Craig Simpson (31:38), two-time Stanley Cup champion and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster, weighs in on how the Leafs looked without some of their star power, which players made the most of their opportunity, and the team's improved power play. Simmer also checks in on Team Canada's roster selection for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Sam Bennett's notable omission.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 you back from the holiday break with everything you need to know about the Maple Leafs! They dive into their recap of the weekend including results against the Senators and Red Wings, the team's revamped power play following Marc Savard's departure, and Mike Sullivan's impact behind the bench. The boys listen back to some "Kyper's Clippers" from Craig Berube and the team, before discussing Auston Matthews' recent form and his lack of response after Bobby McMann's dust-up with Mo Seider. Later, New Jersey Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe (33:20) stops by to chat about the state of his team coming into Toronto. He highlights the Devils' search for consistency heading into the New Year, the importance of Jack Hughes as he continues to ramp back up, and the rumours connecting his brother Quinn to New Jersey.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.

We're live with full Toronto Maple Leafs postgame reaction after Game 38 vs the Detroit Red Wings. We'll break down everything that happened tonight — how the Leafs handled another big Atlantic Division test, the impact of Steve Sullivan's power-play adjustments, Craig Berube's lineup decisions, and performances from Auston Matthews, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, and Dennis Hildeby. Join us for instant analysis, standout moments, and what this game means for Toronto as they push in the standings.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

We're live with full Toronto Maple Leafs postgame coverage after Leafs–Sens Game 37. We'll break down everything that happened — Steve Sullivan's first game overseeing the power play, Craig Berube's lineup choices, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, Joseph Woll's night, zone-entry changes, and how Toronto handled a critical Atlantic Division matchup. Join us for instant reaction, analysis, and what this game means for the Leafs moving forward.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Leafs return from the break looking to steady the season and settle into a new era behind the bench. Steve Sullivan officially takes over the Toronto Maple Leafs power play, while Craig Berube clarifies how the staff will handle decision-making. We break down how that impacts Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares and Morgan Rielly, then look at the forward lines, the defensive pairs, the Easton Cowan decision, and why this matchup with Ottawa is a must-win inside a chaotic Eastern Conference playoff race. Full lineup notes, zone-entry adjustments, power-play structure, and tonight's goaltending matchup as Joseph Woll is expected to start.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Nick Alberga, Jay Rosehill, and Zack Phillips come together for a TLN Christmas Special

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre start the show getting into some Flyers talk as we discuss the loss to the Rangers and win against the Canucks, Denver Barkey's NHL debut, Dan Vladar continuing to play well, Owen Tippett's SICK goal, some of the criticism Travis Konecny has been getting, and Philly's playoff chances and the possibility of going on a serious run. After that, we jump into an interview with former Flyers and Maple Leafs enforcer Jay Rosehill! We speak on the Leafs start to the season, Craig Berube's job and if he's on the hot seat, and Marc Savard's firing. Moving along we dig into Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, and William Nylander not having what it took/takes to succeed in the playoffs, and if it time to trade Matthews. Wrapping up with Rosie with some Flyers talk, we discuss Trevor Zegras' fit in Philly, the Flyers playoff chances and future, Dan Vladar finding success, Travis Konecny being a winning type of player, and if the Maple Leafs are going to regret trading Nikita Grebenkin.Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show will feature a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys will bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world all for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan and Shawn are joined by Boston-based NHL.com writer Amalie Benjamin (11:35) to discuss Boston's recent slump, Morgan Geekie's ascendance and chances of making Team Canada's Olympic roster, and her impressions of the Canadiens since Phillip Danault's return after watching the Habs down the Bruins, 6-2, on Tuesday night. The guys open the show with a breakdown of Connor McDavid's 10-game point streak, Florida's recent surge as the two-time defending Cup champions prepare for the Winter Classic in Miami, and Brad Treliving's vote of confidence for Craig Berube in Toronto. Dan and Shawn wrap the show with discussion about the Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, Nashville Predators, and Gavin McKenna's upcoming appearance at the IIHF World Junior Championship in Minnesota.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing Brad Treliving and Craig Berube's press conference on the firing of Marc Savard. Then, ahead of a busy holiday season for the NBA, NBA Insider Brett Siegel joins the show (9:23)! They tee up tonight's Raps/Heat game, the biggest names who could be moved with the NBA trade deadline only 6 weeks out, what he is hearing from the G League Winter Showcase, how the Spurs are developing into a powerhouse in the NBA, the Christmas slate of NBA games, and much more. Then, in the spirit of Festivus, Ailish and Justin air their grievances around the sports world and read your grievances 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.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off the final hour of the morning alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox! Luke shares his thoughts on the firing of Marc Savard, the current state of the power play, if coaching or player execution is to blame, and what this situation means for Craig Berube's job security. They also examine how Toronto's style of play meshes with the personnel on the roster and if the disconnect between the head coach and the team can be resolved. After the break, Trey Wingo (26:16) of the Straight Facts Homie podcast, takes a look back on an eventful Week 16 in the NFL. The conversation covers what Trey saw from the 49ers last night, their status as Super Bowl contenders despite injuries, the parity at the top of the NFL, the importance of the bye week heading into the postseason, and his thoughts on two of the league's more disappointing teams this year: the Lions and Ravens. They also discuss what happened to Derrick Henry at the end of that game and whether Trey feels differently about the Patriots after their win over the Ravens. Roger and Sho close out Tuesday morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day!Happy Holidays! Thanks for listening - we'll see you in the New 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.

Kevin McGran of The Toronto Star joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down the Maple Leafs' decision to fire assistant coach Marc Savard — and the bigger question: will it actually fix anything? With Toronto sitting at an ugly 12-for-90 on the power play, the conversation zeroes in on just how damaging the Leafs' PP has been, how much better this team could be with even league-average results, and what's been missing from the group all season long.McGran also weighs in on William Nylander's recent bout with confidence, noting how uncharacteristically dejected the usually calm and cool winger looked following the loss in Dallas. The boys discuss Craig Berube's future behind the bench, before Kevin delivers a sobering prediction for the rest of the season — he doesn't believe the Leafs will snap out of it, and thinks they'll ultimately miss the playoffs.To wrap things up, Kevin promotes his new book Auston Matthews: A Life in Hockey, which sparks a conversation about Matthews' struggles this season and McGran's thoughts on what might be going on with the Leafs' superstar.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Will the Maple Leafs make a coaching change or do Leafs management want to stick with Craig Berube? (16:00) How would you assess Berube's relationship with the Leafs core? (18:45) How are Keith Pelley & Brad Treliving evaluating Toronto's roster? (22:00) The Buffalo Sabres on a tear since changing GM's. (28:30) The Habs acquiring Danault & Marchment traded to Blue Jackets (35:00) The latest on CJ's trade board including Rasmus Andersson 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 Aaron Korolnek, Jason Strudwick and Dave Feschuk for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN NFL Analyst Davis Sanchez joins to discuss the headlines around Week 16 in the NFL and TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston on the Maple Leafs' issues through a losing skid, Marc Savard's dismissal and Craig Berube's next steps and Aaron gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

Join Aaron Korolnek, Jason Strudwick and Dave Feschuk for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' losing skid and the team's foundational issues, the concerns throughout the locker room, if Craig Berube is on his way out as head coach and how Brad Treliving has to make a mark. They also dive into Canada's roster construction, players who fit the roster and the outlook for the tournament.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Maple Leafs' foundational issues, the team in a losing skid, Marc Savard's dismissal from the coaching staff, if changes are on the way, Craig Berube's viewpoint and his role and more.

Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' pair of losses over the weekend to the Nashville Predators and Dallas Stars. They discuss a better-looking effort on Sunday despite the loss, Craig Berube and Auston Matthews on different pages regarding the team's mentality, and the top six's struggles during the road trip. Then, they discuss Berube's hot seat, whether it's too late for the Leafs to benefit from a 'new coach bump,' how the fanbase would respond to a Peter DeBoer hiring, and what that could mean for Brad Treliving in the offseason. Finally, they chat about whether the Leafs should consider a Matthews trade in the summer and what the return could 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs lose a third straight game to close out their road trip, falling 5-1 against the Dallas Stars. In the final Leafs Talk ahead of a Holiday break, Sam McKee and Justin Cuthbert break down the game and discuss Auston Matthews and William Nylander's unmotivated play in December, whether that factors into Craig Berube's future behind the bench, why Matias Maccelli deserves a longer look in the lineup, and Scott Laughton earning a bigger role.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 continiue to struggle and Craig Berube seems to be at a loss as to how to fix it.  The Penguins are for sale and Fenway looks to make a nice profit. With Festivus on the horizon, we air our grievances.   Listen Here:  Apple Podcasts   Direct MP3   iHeart Radio Spotify GET YOUR SCUTTLEPUCK MERCH AT SCUTTLEPUCK'S DASHERY STORE Title Player: Ernie Hicke  News Berube with the quote of the year Phillipe Danault returns to Montreal Brandon Bussi with an amazing start to his NHL career Penguins for saale Flyers broadcaster suspension PWHL - Abby Rocque with a great goal and even better interview Guess the 5th -  Predictions review   Connections: Last Week: Gerard Gallant, Noah Dobson, Brad Richards, Errol Thompson - Thanks for sending your answers This Week - Noel Picard, Stu Barnes, Jim Dowd, Fred Sasakamoose Airing of Grievances Next Week - World Juniors! 

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Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off Monday morning by breaking down the Maple Leafs' winless road trip. The guys assess the level of concern around the team, including the play of Auston Matthews and William Nylander, Craig Berube's job security, the impact of injuries, and what kind of changes should be considered. They also discuss whether the mediocrity of the Atlantic Division eases some of the panic. The conversation then shifts to the Toronto Raptors' difficult weekend, featuring losses to the Celtics and Nets. They discuss if we need to reevaluate our expectations of this team, their place in the Eastern Conference, the roster depth behind Jakob Poeltl, and the potential offensive boost from RJ Barrett's return. After the break, Roger and Sho open the text-line to hear your takes to the Leafs' weekend, Berube's future, Matthews' trade value, 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 Alberga & Zack Phillips break down a brutal weekend for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who dropped both games of their back-to-back — a 5-3 loss in Nashville followed by a 5-1 defeat in Dallas. It completes a disastrous 0-3-0 road trip and raises serious questions about where this team is headed. Is this the end of the line for Craig Berube behind the bench? Could a coaching change be imminent? To help navigate the noise and separate fact from speculation, NHL insider David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins the show to weigh in on Berube's future, the Leafs' options, and what could come next for Toronto.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Toronto Maple Leafs drop a second straight game, losing 5-3 to the Predators in Nashville. Sam McKee and Brent Gunning break down the game and discuss the failure of the Leafs' leadership after being called out by the coach, Craig Berube's future behind the bench, the mixed-up power play units, and Troy Stecher and Jake McCabe proving to be a long-term fit as the shut-down pair.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, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman dig into Craig Berube's pointed postgame comments and the noticeable shift in tone around the Maple Leafs' room. They examine Edmonton's goaltending situation after Tristan Jarry exits with another injury (14:30), the Oilers' background work on Alex Lyon (15:52), and Jarmo Kekäläinen stepping into a leadership role in Buffalo (18:44). Elliotte provides an update on the complicated Phillip Danault trade talks (30:16) and league-wide rumblings ahead of the roster freeze (34:55), while also breaking down Florida's push back into the playoff race and the mentality forged by years of battles with Tampa Bay (40:00). The Final Thought focuses on the Seattle Kraken, who have hit a rough stretch with ten losses in their last eleven and growing concern around the direction of their season (14:14).Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (54:13).Today we highlight Vancouver Indy Pop band Vox Rea and their single Art Oracles. Check out their music 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

Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson on Craig Berube calling out on the players on the Maple Leafs, if significant changes are coming and the top players' mentality. The guys discuss the rankings of the quarterbacks throughout the NFL, give their best advice in Dear Hayesy-B and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Maple Leafs' defeat to the Capitals, Craig Berube calling out the players, the mentality of the top players, if the team has to make a major move, the outlook in the Atlantic Division, Tristan Jarry's injury and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jonas Siegel for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' rough defeat to the Capitals, Craig Berube's significant comments calling out the players and his future with the team, if major changes are coming to the roster, the players' role for the issues and how the team can seek improvements. TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson on the Seahawks' win against the Rams, Seattle's look as a contender and Week 15 picks.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (5:07) to chat about the deteriorating Maple Leafs in performance and standings, why a change in the coaching staff around Craig Berube is needed, Tristan Jarry's injury and if the Edmonton Oilers will dip back into the goaltending market, and how the new ownership in Pittsburgh could affect the Penguins and general manager Kyle Dubas' approach. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee head to the text line to answer listeners' questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-0 loss to the Washington Capitals. They react to Craig Berube's post-game comments on the team's passion and discuss the power play going 0-for-5. Then, they debate whether Berube will or should be fired and whether Peter DeBoer could turn the team around as his replacement. Later, 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.

Rick Bowness, who has coached the most games in NHL history, joins JD to discuss Craig Berube's post-game comments and explains a coaches perspective when dealing with a lack of compete level. Bowness details what a disconnected and lifeless team can do to turn the compete level up a notch, the nuances between being a first and second year coach, if a team can implement 'nastiness' when the leadership core doesn't have that in their game, what a coach yelling on the bench really means, and how to balance the fine line of competition. JD reacts to Bowness' comments and explains his confusion about the Leafs leadership group. The last show of 2025 ends with 'What We Missed!' (26:00)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.   

JD reacts to Craig Berube's post-game comments and thinks the Maple Leafs bench boss has reached a boiling point (00:00). James Palmer, NFL insider and co-host of Scoop City, breaks down (12:00) potentially the greatest Thursday night football game ever, the NFL's MVP race, Josh Allen's season, if he thinks the Kansas City Chiefs will take a step back before taking a step forward, and the biggest Week 16 questions. JD and Producer Armen wrap up with a chat about the Raptors being linked to more trade rumours (43:30). 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 Sho Alli wrap up the week by breaking down a listless Maple Leafs performance against the Capitals. They discuss Craig Berube's standing after the 4-0 loss, the lack of accountability within the team's core, the players' effort level, and Berube's comments on the power play and media approach. After the break, they shift to the Raptors' win over the Bucks and share their impressions of Brandon Ingram, Jakob Poeltl's health, roster construction with limited size, and evolving expectations for the team in the East. The hour closes with reactions to a wild Thursday night in the NFL including Sam Darnold's status and the Seahawks' legitimacy as contenders.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 Sho Alli close out the week by welcoming Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne. He breaks down the Maple Leafs' recent performance against the Capitals, the state of the team this season, Craig Berube's job security, and the impact of coaching on the roster. The discussion also touches on the future of Auston Matthews and his potential trade value, Tom Wilson's Team Canada case, and what changes could help spark the Leafs. After the break, MLB Network's Adnan Virk (25:11) joins the show to discuss Bo Bichette's positional future, how his market is shaping up, the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, and the Blue Jays bullpen options. Adnan also shares his take on the Oscars moving to YouTube in 2029, before we wrap up the week with the Canadian Sport 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.

Sydney Crosby rend visite aux Canadiens samedi, va-t-il dépasser Mario Lemieux pour le plus grand nombre de points chez les Penguins? Est-ce qu'il y a une solution au manque de passion chez les Leafs? Comment mesurer l'impact réel de Lane Hutson sur le Tricolore? Ce sont quelques-uns des sujets de ce nouvel objectif de Sortie de zone avec l'animateur Jérémie Rainville et Stéphane Waite du 98.5, ainsi que Guillaume Lefrançois et Richard Labbé, de La Presse. Le sommaire Bloc 1 02:20 - Question hypothétique aux gardiens: est-ce plus facile de retrouver sa confiance dans une défaite de 5-2 à Cleveland ou dans une victoire de 4-1 contre Chicago? 22:20 - Victoire convaincante jeudi contre les Blackhawks: bon match du CH ou mauvais adversaire en Chicago? 26:45 - Lane Hutson est tout simplement… Complétez la phrase. Bloc 2 32:00 - Le Tricolore rencontre deux fois Crosby qui aura deux fois pour battre la marque de Mario Lemieux. 40:45 - Tristan Jarry blessé à Edmonton. Bloc 3 44:00 - Craig Berube blâme ses joueurs pour le manque de passion dans la défaite de 4-0 vs Washington.Voir https://www.cogecomedia.com/vie-privee pour notre politique de vie privée

Jacques Martin heading up to the Sens Ring of Honour, Senators blanket Sid and the Pens, and the Seahawks grab victory from the jaws of defeat.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by the legendary Joe Bowen following Toronto's embarrassing 4–0 shutout loss in Washington — a performance so lifeless it has many wondering whether the Maple Leafs have quit on head coach Craig Berube. Bowen weighs in on what he saw, the alarming lack of pushback, and the growing questions surrounding the team's direction.The iconic voice of the Leafs also reflects on an emotional Holy Mackinaw Night, where the organization honoured him earlier this week, and opens up about what it's been like preparing for retirement at the end of this season. A candid, passionate conversation with one of the most respected voices in hockey at a pivotal moment for the franchise.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap the Leafs' embarrassing 4–0 shutout loss in Washington, a night where Toronto showed no passion, no push, and no response. Flat from puck drop to final horn, the Leafs were dismantled by a Capitals team that wanted it more — and it wasn't close. Postgame, Craig Berube appeared out of answers and visibly defeated, prompting a serious and uncomfortable discussion: is it already time to consider a coaching change? Plus, Joe Bowen joins the show fresh off being honoured on Holy Mackinaw Night, sharing stories, reflections, and what it meant to be celebrated by Leafs Nation. The boys also look ahead to a daunting back-to-back in Nashville and Dallas, as Toronto searches — desperately — for signs of life and accountability. A blunt, emotional episode after one of the Leafs' lowest points of the season.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

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.

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.

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.

We start the show with Leon Draisaitl collecting his 1,000th point in a 6–4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. He becomes the 103rd player in NHL history to reach the milestone and the fifth-fastest non-North American player to do so. How many points will the German forward finish his career with?The Toronto Maple Leafs came out flat against the Chicago Blackhawks, but a late third-period rally saw them pull out a 3–2 win at home. Craig Berube was not pleased with the team's effort level and made that clear in his post-game presser. How thin is the ice under Berube in Toronto?Next, it's another edition of Fill in the Blank. With a new GM in place, what are the chances the Buffalo Sabres make the playoffs this season? Macklin Celebrini has 11 points in his last five games—what is his percentage chance of making the Olympic team?Steve Peters from Inside the Coaches' Room joins us for The Film Room, where he'll dive into the Jarry/Skinner deal, how Jarry has looked so far in Edmonton, last night's faceoff, and Quinn Hughes bolstering an already stacked Minnesota blue line.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin their gameday edition to react to Ryan Reaves' pre-game comments about the end of his tenure with the Maple Leafs, Chris Tanev update, Craig Berube's thoughts on Macklin Celebrini's 2025-26 season, his chances at cracking Team Canada's Winter Olympics roster and top six lines. Then, Sam asks true or false questions on whether Dennis Hildeby will make more starts for the rest of the season over Anthony Stolarz, in the scenario that the Leafs are in the playoffs, if Troy Stecher will be in the top four defensive pairings, and if the Leafs will hold onto their 2028 first-round pick after the 2026 trade deadline. To round out the hour, former NHLer Dan Boyle (32:50) weighs in on Celebrini's performance, Dan's experience in getting selected and participating with the Canada Hockey team, how they should construct the Olympic roster, how he navigated a struggling power play, and his advice to Berube's squad.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 hour, touching on Craig Berube's decision to drop William Nylander to the third line alongside Dakota Joshua and Nicolas Roy for Wednesday's practice and the expectations for Willy and his linemates heading into their game against the San Jose Sharks. Then, they react to Bobby McMann's one-game suspension for high-sticking and the Maple Leafs being the most suspended team in the George Parros era. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by (30:38) to chat about Ryan Reaves' return to Toronto, the fallout between Reaves and the organisation during last year's trade deadline, Sharks' report, what could have been the reasoning for the second and third line changes, and Henry Thrun's potential main roster debut. 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.