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Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips break down a wild day at the Milan Games, headlined by Canada's thrilling 4-3 OT win over Czechia. Former Maple Leaf Mitch Marner — often criticized for not delivering in the biggest moments — silenced the noise (at least temporarily) by burying the OT winner. The goal set off a social media frenzy, with the hockey world — including Roberto Luongo, Chris Pronger, Mark Stone, and Jon Cooper — taking playful jabs at the Maple Leafs.Meanwhile, Leafs captain Auston Matthews picked up an assist on Quinn Hughes' OT winner as USA edged Sweden 2-1 to punch their ticket to the semifinals. With the loss, William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson are officially heading home.Back in Toronto, the Maple Leafs returned to the ice ahead of next Wednesday's return to action. The boys react to encouraging updates, including Dakota Joshua, Morgan Rielly, and even Chris Tanev skating again.Plus, NHL Insider David Pagnotta joins the show to discuss Toronto's looming March 6 trade deadline plans and what this stretch run could look like coming out of the break.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

David Pagnotta joined Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to break down Mitch Marner's OT heroics for Canada and what the Maple Leafs could be thinking as the March 6th NHL trade deadline approaches.Pagnotta touched on the surprise return of Chris Tanev to practice following the Olympic break, provided an update on Dakota Joshua's injury status, and addressed the big question surrounding Morgan Rielly — is there any scenario where he's dealt before the deadline? (Rielly is good to go after missing the final two games before the break.) With Toronto sitting six points out and 25 games left, Pagnotta dives into what management could be thinking as crunch time looms. He also weighs the futures of Bobby McMann and Scott Laughton — are they more likely to be moved, or re-signed?Plenty of deadline intrigue, roster speculation, and insight from one of the best in the business.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a massive test in Game 52 as they host the Colorado Avalanche in an awkward Sunday afternoon matchup that could shape the rest of their season. In this condensed game preview, Zack Phillips breaks down the latest lineup information from Daily Faceoff, including injury updates surrounding William Nylander and Dakota Joshua, potential fourth-line changes, and what needs to improve after a rough stretch of losses. The focus turns to the third line's response, defensive pairings, special teams, and a key goaltending matchup between Joseph Woll and MacKenzie Blackwood. With the Leafs slipping in the standings and the Avalanche coming in angry after recent struggles, the margin for error is razor thin. Plus, the best bet of the day is revealed as part of the bet365 preview.Chapters:00:00 Game 52 setup & afternoon start concerns00:48 Lineup approach & Daily Faceoff context01:10 Injury updates: Nylander & Joshua01:50 Olympic break implications02:09 Fourth-line discussion & Jacob Quillan03:12 What needs to improve vs Colorado03:50 Defensive pairings breakdown05:07 Power play units05:33 Goaltender matchup05:57 bet365 odds & season record06:43 Why confidence is low heading in08:31 Best Bet: Anytime goal scorer09:11 Final thoughts & must-win pressure10:06 Leafs Nation After Dark plugSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Game 43 is a pivotal moment for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they face the Philadelphia Flyers with real playoff implications attached. With the Eastern Conference wildcard race tightly packed, a Leafs win combined with help elsewhere could push Toronto back into a playoff spot for the first time in weeks.This game preview breaks down Scott Laughton facing his former team, the Leafs' recent surge under Craig Berube, and why this stretch finally resembles the identity Brad Treliving envisioned when reshaping the roster. We examine how Toronto climbed out of an early-season hole and why this recent run feels sustainable rather than fluky.Up front, Auston Matthews continues to heat up offensively, Easton Cowan's line chemistry is growing by the game, and there's discussion around whether John Tavares still has another gear to reach. On the blue line, we dive into Brandon Carlo's performance alongside Morgan Rielly, how health has impacted his play, and why that pairing looked noticeably different against Florida.The episode also covers special teams progress, lineup stability, and injury updates on William Nylander, Jake McCabe, Chris Tanev, and Dakota Joshua, plus why Dennis Hildeby gets the start in goal.Leafs fans — who comes out when Nylander returns, and what changes (if any) would you make tonight?SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Toronto Maple Leafs officially open the second half of the season in Game 42 against the Florida Panthers, and there's no shortage of storylines heading into puck drop. From Brad Marchand's latest comments stirring the pot in Toronto to major injury updates and lineup decisions, this game preview breaks down everything Leafs fans need to know.We dive into the Leafs' current injury situation, including the return of Brandon Carlo, continued absence of William Nylander, long-term outlook for Chris Tanev, and updates on Jake McCabe and Dakota Joshua. You'll also get a full breakdown of the forward lines, defensive pairings, and what's working — and not working — for Toronto heading into a tough matchup with Florida.Plus, we analyze Auston Matthews' impact, the effectiveness of the third line, Morgan Rielly's recent struggles, and why Joseph Woll gets the start in goal. The episode wraps with tonight's Best Bet, powered by bet365, and a look ahead to Leafs Nation After Dark following the game.Subscribe for daily Leafs coverage, game previews, postgame shows, and live call-ins all season long.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Toronto Maple Leafs hit the official halfway point of the 2025-26 NHL season as they prepare for Game 41 against the New York Islanders. In this in-depth Leafs game preview, Zack Phillips breaks down the projected line combinations, defensive pairings, power-play units, and goaltending decisions heading into puck drop.Coming off a statement win against the Winnipeg Jets, Auston Matthews headlines the discussion after recording his first hat trick in nearly two years, driving a line with Max Domi and Bobby McMann. Head coach Craig Berube appears committed to keeping his forward groups intact as Toronto searches for lineup balance and sustained momentum in a tightly packed playoff race.The show dives deep into Matthew Knies elevating his physical play, the growing chemistry between John Tavares and Matias Maccelli, and why the Cowan–Robertson–Woll line continues to be a difficult matchup. On the back end, the focus shifts to Troy Stecher logging major minutes and reshaping Toronto's transition game alongside Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe.Injury updates include the latest on William Nylander, Dakota Joshua, and Chris Tanev, plus goaltending expectations for Joseph Woll and David Rittich.The episode wraps with the official Best Bet powered by bet365, including an anytime goal look at Auston Matthews and betting trends surrounding Leafs vs Islanders.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

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.

Pete DeBoer joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down how coaches manage messaging when injuries start to pile up, as the Leafs deal with key absences — Dakota Joshua and Chris Tanev are out, Auston Matthews is a game-time decision, and William Nylander won't play. DeBoer also shares his thoughts on how injuries are covered and discussed around the NHL.The conversation then turns to Elliotte Friedman's weekend report, with DeBoer explaining why he felt it was important to reach out — through a mutual friend — to Craig Berube to shut down speculation linking him to the Toronto job. DeBoer opens up about what he's looking for in his next NHL opportunity.To wrap it up, DeBoer previews the upcoming Olympics, where he'll serve as an assistant coach for Canada in Milan. He dives into roster construction, internal player debates, and how the slower ice and smaller dimensions of the Milan Olympic rink could shape Team Canada's approach.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta tee up Toronto's final game of 2025 as the Maple Leafs host Sheldon Keefe's New Jersey Devils in a matchup loaded with real standings implications. The Leafs enter the night 2-0-1 since firing Marc Savard, coming off a weekend where they banked 3 of a possible 4 points — but injuries are piling up again. Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua are sidelined, Auston Matthews is a game-time decision, and the guys break down how Toronto can manage yet another stretch of adversity, what's actually changed, and what still hasn't.Plus, with Canada's Olympic roster set to be announced on New Year's Eve at Noon ET, free-agent NHL head coach Pete DeBoer stops by the show. DeBoer, who has been linked to the Leafs job should Craig Berube be shown the door, weighs in on the Olympic reveal, the coaching landscape around the league, and the growing buzz in Toronto.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Toronto Maple Leafs limp into Game 39 against the New Jersey Devils with one of their most chaotic injury reports of the season. In today's pregame show, we break down what Craig Berube revealed about William Nylander (day-to-day), Auston Matthews (game-time decision), Chris Tanev's concerning lower-body issue, and the scary situation surrounding Dakota Joshua. We walk through the new-look forward lines, a heavily patched-together blue line featuring Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe and Filip Král–Myers rotation, plus what Joseph Woll needs to do against Jacob Markstrom. We also look at the updated playoff math and why every point inside the conference matters. We close the show with our Best Bet segment (no spoilers here) and what to watch for as Toronto tries to survive another undermanned night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Maple Leafs roll into Dallas on the second half of a back-to-back after a brutal showing in Nashville, and tonight's matchup could mark a major turning point — or the end of the Craig Berube era. We break down every storyline from Game 35: lineup decisions, standout performances, special teams swings, goaltending choices between Joseph Woll and Dennis Hildeby, and whether this group showed any pride after last night's collapse.From Auston Matthews and William Nylander's response, to Easton Cowan, Matias Maccelli, Nick Robertson, Dakota Joshua, Morgan Rielly's struggles, and lineup chaos with Philippe Myers, Max Domi and Bobby McMann — we hit all the pressure points. We'll also react to the betting fallout and what this game means heading into the holidays.Join the chat live — fans drive the show every night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Game 35 comes with a dark, gloomy cloud over the Toronto Maple Leafs. After a “piss poor” showing in Nashville, the Leafs roll into Dallas on a back-to-back looking completely lost — and it genuinely feels like this could be Craig Berube's last game behind the bench. Tonight we break down everything from the lineup chaos, Berube's postgame comments, and the lack of a morning skate, to which forwards actually deserve to stay in the lineup.We dig into Auston Matthews, Easton Cowan, and why Matias Maccelli must remain in the top six; the state of Matthew Knies as he battles a lower-body injury; why Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy, and Nick Robertson should be leaned on; how Bobby McMann and Calle Järnkrok fit; and whether Max Domi has earned his way back in.Plus: a full look at the defensive mess — Morgan Rielly's brutal night, Philippe Myers' struggles, Benoit vs. Thrun, and why Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson remain the bright spots. We also break down goaltending (Woll vs. Hildeby), and the Bet365 best bets for Leafs–Stars.Chapters:00:00 – Gloomy tone entering Game 3500:28 – Leafs stumble into Dallas after awful loss00:54 – Why no morning skate complicates everything01:19 – Berube hints at lineup changes02:20 – Reviewing last night's lines via Daily Faceoff02:40 – Matthews–Knies–Cowan: what works, what doesn't03:03 – Why Maccelli must stay in the lineup03:42 – Knies' lower-body injury insight04:37 – Why Cowan belongs back with Tavares & Nylander05:49 – Robertson, Joshua, McMann & identity issues06:56 – Fourth-line confusion: Laughton, Järnkrok, Domi07:35 – Should Max Domi return?08:29 – Who actually deserves to come out09:02 – Defensive pairings breakdown09:20 – Why Philippe Myers shouldn't play09:40 – McCabe–Stetcher and OEL–Benoit evaluations10:01 – Morgan Rielly's rough night & defensive trend11:11 – Goaltending: Woll vs. Hildeby11:29 – Best Bet: Stars puck line13:15 – Why Dallas should roll Toronto15:08 – Robertson goal pick logic15:45 – McCabe block-shots bet17:05 – What's next for the Leafs heading into the holidaysSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Toronto Maple Leafs Game 34 preview time. Toronto heads into Nashville to face the Predators in what feels less like a “must-win” and more like a full-on do-or-die moment before Christmas. We break down the playoff math, why Auston Matthews and William Nylander need to drive the bus, why Matthew Knies, Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson are actually setting the standard, and how Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy and Bobby McMann can give this team a real identity line. Plus, we dig into the puzzling fourth line with Calle Jarnkrok, Scott Laughton and Matias Maccelli, a blue line featuring Morgan Rielly with Philippe Myers, and what it means to be without Chris Tanev and Brandon Carlo. We also hit the broken power play, Marc Savard's future, and Joseph Woll going head-to-head with Juuse Saros before wrapping with our bet365 best bet of the night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Join Zack Phillips and Jay Rosehill live for the full postgame breakdown as we react to Leafs vs. Capitals in Game 33. We'll revisit every storyline from the pregame — the constant lineup changes under Craig Berube, the Matthews–Nylander–Knies top line, the new Robertson–Tavares–Cowan unit, the identity lines with Dakota Joshua and Bobby McMann, the defensive pairings shuffle, the power-play struggles under Mark Savard, and the Hildeby vs. Logan Thompson goaltending matchup — and analyze how it all played out on the ice tonight.We'll hit the biggest moments, turning points, standout performances, special teams, coaching decisions, physicality, pace, matchups, and what this game means for the Leafs heading forward.Jump in the live chat, drop your reactions, and join Leafs Nation for a full breakdown of Game 33 with Zack and RosieSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Maple Leafs and Blackhawks go final in Game 32, and we're breaking down everything that happened — from the impact of the Matthews–Nylander–Knies top line to how Toronto's reworked middle six performed. We analyze Joseph Woll's return, the state of the blue line with Morgan Rielly, Simon Benoit, Jake McCabe, Timothy Liljegren, and OEL, plus how Craig Berube deployed Easton Cowan, Max Domi, Dakota Joshua, Scott Laughton, Nick Robertson, and more.We also look at how Chicago handled life without Connor Bedard, what Spencer Knight delivered in goal, and which depth players swung the momentum. As always, we revisit the numbers, the turning points, and how this game shapes Toronto's next stretch.Join us for full reaction, breakdowns, and your comments live on Leafs Nation After Dark.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Tonight's Maple Leafs vs. Chicago Blackhawks (Game 32) preview dives deep into Toronto's latest lineup changes, goaltending updates, defensive pairings, and what Craig Berube is trying to unlock across the roster. We break down the decision to load up Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Matthew Knies on L1, how John Tavares, Bobby McMann, Nick Robertson, Max Domi, Dakota Joshua, Nick Roy, Easton Cowan, Scott Laughton, and Steven Lorentz slot in, and why the bottom-six may determine this matchup.On the back end, we evaluate Morgan Rielly, Simon Benoit, Jake McCabe, Timothy Liljegren, OEL (Oliver Ekman-Larsson), Henri Jokiharju, and the status of Chris Tanev as Toronto looks to stabilize defensively.We also react to major Chicago news: Connor Bedard out with a shoulder injury, Kevin Korchinski scratched for being late, and Spencer Knight likely starting.In goal, Joseph Woll returns for Toronto while Anthony Stolarz seeks a second medical opinion. The preview closes with odds, trends, and tonight's best-bet segment (no spoilers).Stay tuned after the game for Leafs Nation After Dark with special guest Nick Alberga.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Tonight's massive matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers sets the stage for a packed Game 31 preview as Zack Phillips breaks down Toronto's climbing position in a tight Eastern Conference race. We dive into the latest on Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Max Domi, and lineup uncertainty surrounding Nylander and Dakota Joshua, plus how Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson are impacting depth scoring. On the blue line, we examine why Oliver Ekman-Larsson has quietly become Toronto's most reliable defenseman and how pairings with Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe, and Troy Stecher stack up against Edmonton's attack. With Tristan Jarry making his Oilers debut after the Stuart Skinner trade, and Dennis Hildeby continuing his strong run for Toronto, this preview sets up everything you need for Hockey Night in Canada — trends, matchups, lineup notes, injuries, and what to watch for — plus two best bets (revealed in the video).SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Tonight's Maple Leafs Game 30 Preview breaks down everything you need to know as Toronto hosts the San Jose Sharks — from lineup changes to power-play concerns to the latest on John Tavares, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Morgan Rielly, Dakota Joshua, Easton Cowan, and Nic Robertson. We dig into why Craig Berube reshuffled his top nine, how Nylander's move to a third-line look could spark his game, why Cowan continues to earn trust, and what Robertson's return means for Toronto's scoring depth. We also examine Toronto's blue line (McCabe–Stecher's breakout performance, Rielly–Liljegren stability, and the ongoing Philipe Myers vs. Henry Thrun debate), plus updates on Chris Tanev, Joseph Woll, and Anthony Stolarz.We close the preview with a tease of tonight's Best Bet — no spoilers — and what trends point strongly toward it.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

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.

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.

We're live following Leafs–Lightning for full reaction to a four-point Atlantic swing night where Toronto chased ground on Tampa, leaned on Dennis Hildeby's crease start, and continued navigating the absence of Joseph Woll. How Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Max Domi, and Easton Cowan answered the moment will headline the breakdown, alongside the depth storylines that defined Game 29: Dakota Joshua and Bobby McMann, the steadying influence of Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and whether Morgan Rielly's return to PP1 helped or hurt a unit that continues to test patience.We'll dig into Chris Tanev's full-contact re-entry at skate, the lineup choices that saw Nic Robertson sit while Calle Järnkrok drew in, and how the power-play shuffle (Knies vs Cowan net-front, Rielly vs Ekman-Larsson quarterback) actually played out against Tampa's structure. If Nick Paul did it again, if the Leafs bent in their own zone, or if Hildeby stole spotlight, we're reacting to all of it live.Call in, light up the live chat, and join Leafs Nation After Dark for instant reaction, fan takes, super chats, and everything from momentum swings to coaching adjustments to how this shapes the Atlantic race.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 2-1 to the Montreal Canadiens in a shootout in their return to ScotiaBank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' power play running out of possible answers, the bottom six creating an identity behind Nicolas Roy, Scott Laughton and Dakota Joshua, Dennis Hildeby's statement game in goal, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick — in for Justin Bourne — and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes to close out their road trip. They start with Joseph Woll's injury and whether the Leafs need to trade for a goalie in his and Anthony Stolarz's absence. Then, they discuss Troy Stecher's impact, Max Domi and Dakota Joshua's solid stretches after being healthy scratches, and Matthew Knies showing his potential as a star power forward. Afterwards, they revisit Stolarz's recently signed extension and whether the Leafs jumped the gun with a four-year term. Finally, Nick, Gord and Sam hit the Leafs Line to take 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.

Confirmation that Milan’s Olympic rink has been accidentally built three feet short—an odd mistake Ray says won’t affect roster decisions, though the NHLPA’s threat to pull players if construction isn’t finished is seen mostly as pressure to keep organizers on schedule. In St. Louis, Jordan Binnington was pulled after two goals on five shots, leading to a heated bench moment Ray felt should’ve stayed in the room, but the guys don’t think it harms his Olympic chances. Washington’s six-game heater continued with a 7–1 rout of San Jose, but they face a tough balance between supporting Ovechkin and protecting young assets. Rasmus Dahlin’s major on Trevor Zegras was the right call, and the review process—and Zegras’ growing maturity under Rick Tocchet—earned praise. A healthier Leafs squad is grinding out wins behind a heavy third line of Nick Roy, Dakota Joshua, and Bobby McMann, who drove the result against Florida, while the Panthers look far from last year’s Cup winners as Toronto continues its road trip. Plus, in Ask Ray and Dregs Anything... should Brind'Amour have been considered for Team Canada? will Jay Woodcroft get another HC job? and a couple of amazing stories from Ray about coaches he ticked off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs win 4-1 over the Florida Panthers while on the road. JD Bunkis & Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' most complete effort of the season, Troy Stecher outperforming all expectations, and offensive contributions from Dakota Joshua and Scott Laughton.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' weekend back-to-back, consisting of a convincing win against the Penguins and a bad loss to the Capitals. They discuss Morgan Rielly's recent play in the defensive zone, Joseph Woll's consistency despite a losing result, Dennis Hildeby earning a larger role, and Dakota Joshua's bounce-back after being scratched. Then, they revisit William Nylander's relationship with Craig Berube after Chief's comments about him at today's skate and forecast what Easton Cowan could be for the Leafs down the line. Finally, they chat about Brandon Carlo's setback and the state of the depleted 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.

Matthew Barnaby, 14-year NHL forward, joins JD to discuss how much defence can be improved mid-season, if the Maple Leafs next game is their biggest litmus test yet, how to evaluate the Leafs next stretch, and Dakota Joshua's bounce-back performance after being a healthy scratch (00:00). Later, JD weighs where the Leafs season is at and compares them to the Edmonton Oilers, before wrapping up 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.  

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Monday morning by welcoming on Sportsnet NHL host David Amber to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' weird season and if they can be a playoff team. The trio then discuss Auston Matthews' current form, how Dakota Joshua can impact the team and Easton Cowan's impressive play.  After the break the guys are joined by former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk (26:18) to get some of his thoughts about the early season stories around the NHL, the current goaltending situations of the Leafs and Oilers, Sergei Bobrovsky, and what Canada's net will look like at the Olympics. Ben and Brent close out Monday morning with your Crown Canadian 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 affiliate. 

The Toronto Maple Leafs win 7-2 on the road against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sam McKee & Brent Gunning break down the game and discuss Dakota Joshua finding the scoresheet while tallying seven hits, a busy -- yet impressive -- night for Dennis Hildeby, and Easton Cowan fitting in alongside William Nylander.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 Athletic's James Mirtle joins JD to dive into the uptick of injuries in the NHL; if it's impacting the product and how it compares to other leagues. Then, JD and James discuss Dakota Joshua's scratch and reemergence in the lineup, how to productively shake up the lines, and what the Leafs' case is for getting involved in the bubbling trade market. JD and Producer Armen hit 'What We Missed!' (36:00)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.  

Dan Riccio joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta for a sharp, wide-ranging interview. Riccio kicks things off by promoting The Nation Network's new Toronto sports show — OFF THE ROSTER with himself, Cabbie, and Lindsay Dunn. From there, the guys get into Dakota Joshua's struggles with the Maple Leafs, with Riccio offering valuable insight from covering him closely in Vancouver.They also explore whether the Leafs and Canucks could be natural trade partners — plus the names Riccio thinks might actually fit in Toronto. Finally, the conversation shifts to what the Leafs should be doing right now… and why the group doesn't think adding is the answer at the moment.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 2-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in overtime. They discuss Joseph Woll's standout performance, Easton Cowan's energy, William Nylander and Craig Berube's bench conversation, and Auston Matthews' return from injury. Then, they reflect on the team's decision to scratch Dakota Joshua and Matias Maccelli and whether the lineup remains the same on Friday against the Capitals. Later, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph (34:40) shares his thoughts on Matthews' return, the team needing more from Bobby McMann and Cowan finding a fit on the second line. Finally, the guys discuss the return of the five-forward power 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets as Auston Matthews makes his return to the lineup. They hear from the captain's pre-game sound before discussing the Leafs' decisions to waive Sammy Blais and make Dakota Joshua and Matias Maccelli healthy scratches in Columbus. Then, the guys discuss Joshua's season so far, how Matthews' return can spark a turnaround, and whether Matthew Knies can develop the enforcer side of his game. Finally, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (33:27) weighs in on the Leafs' opportunity to set a new first impression as injured players begin to return, and what to expect out of Matthews against the Jackets.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night, their third straight win. They discuss Craig Berube's system, the stars rounding into form, Matias Maccelli's play after being scratched, Dakota Joshua getting more comfortable, and whether Max Domi will enter the press-box rotation. Then, they get into Anthony Stolarz's heavy workload and project when Joseph Woll will draw back in. Later, Sportsnet Leafs reporter Luke Fox (32:43) weighs in on Auston Matthews' role in the team's recent streak, John Tavares pushing for a spot on Team Canada, Matthews' leadership, Matthew Knies' playmaking, and who will be the odd man out from the Leafs' bottom six.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 Thursday morning by recapping the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 win over Utah Mammoth last night. They share their takeaways from the game including how good the Leafs can be when their best players perform, John Tavares' form as he leads the league in 5-on-5 points, and the celebrations following JT's 501st career goal. The boys also touch on how Matias Maccelli changes the equation for the forward group, the play of Dakota Joshua, and Auston Matthews' three-game goal streak. Later, Ben and Brent turn their attention to Alexander Ovechkin 900th career goal last night, and Jordan Binnington's slight of hand to try and steal the puck. Speaking of Binnington, the boys open a discussion on who should start for Team Canada in the 2026 Olympics, before debating the etiquette of scoring a round of golf in offseason conditions.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 Summer Coolers edition of NHL Wraparound, Neil Smith and Vic Morren turn their sights to the Toronto Maple Leafs, a franchise with sky-high expectations and one of the longest championship droughts in professional sports.Despite finishing first in the Atlantic Division with 108 points, the Leafs fell in seven games to Florida—with especially disappointing efforts in Games 5 and 7. And this offseason, the biggest domino fell: Mitch Marner was traded to Vegas for center Nicolas Roy, ending his nine-year tenure with the team.With Matthew Knies elevated to the new "Core Four", is this version of the Leafs any closer to a Cup? Or are we staring down another April collapse?

In this Summer Coolers episode of NHL Wraparound, Neil Smith and Vic Morren dissect the rollercoaster that is the Vancouver Canucks. Coming off a season filled with locker room drama, failed expectations, and big-name regression, the Canucks hit reset under first-year head coach Adam Foote.After missing the playoffs for the fourth time in five years, Vancouver aims to rediscover the promise shown during their 2024 second-round playoff run. But with tensions between Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller, injuries to Demko and Hughes, and Rick Tocchet walking out the door, can this new-look squad get back on track?

JD Bunkis is joined by newly acquired Maple Leafs forward Dakota Joshua, to discuss his his path to the NHL through the NCAA system, the changing landscape in junior hockey, the benefits of growing up as a multi-sport athlete, before getting into the challenges of his 2024-25 season, the excitement of coming to Toronto to join the team that drafted him, and what fans can expect from his game in Toronto (00:00).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 starts with the Blue Jays following another victory, along with his feelings on the front office returning after Mark Shapiro's comments to the media (00:00). Dakota Joshua, newly acquired Maple Leafs' forward, joins the show to chat about his path to the NHL through the NCAA system, the changing landscape in junior hockey, the challenges of his 2024-25 season, the excitement of coming to Toronto and joining the Leafs, and what the fans can expect from his game (5:31). Later, JD continues his thoughts on the Blue Jays and looks forward to what the future looks like for management and the core group, before breaking down Kyle Dubas' interview on the Cam & Strick Podcast (33:42).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.

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the retirements that the NHL has seen, Porter Martone makes a B1G commitment to face Gavin McKenna, and a Utah team is moving. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will discuss the Dakota Joshua move to Toronto, Pittsburgh's rebuild, and did 3ICE get money support from the NHL?? 

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the morning getting right into the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the Yankees, snapping their historic win streak at home. The hosts break down Max Scherzer's start with thoughts on his pitch command, how much he's still got in the tank, and the decision to allow him to pitch to Aaron Judge. B&B continue talking about the team's pitching and wonder if the Jays have overused Jeff Hoffman coming out of the break. The pair then look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent production at the plate and discuss if criticisms regarding his lack of power are valid. Later, the duo dive into unconventional putting-strokes, before wrapping up with a chat about Dakota Joshua choosing to wear No. 81 with 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.

On this episode of The Steve Dangle Podcast, 00:00 Dakota Joshua is a Leaf 24:30 What does Dostál's contract mean for Stolarz? 40:00 Team Canada names coaching staff 52:00 Gabriel Vilardi extends in Winnipeg 1:03:00 Porter Martone goes to Michigan State 1:14:00 Halak retires 1:24:30 The Athletic ranks the NHL TV broadcasts 1:33:00 The SN+ price increase Subscribe to the sdpn YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sdpn?sub_confirmation=1Join - SDP VIP: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/join Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcast Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribe - Follow us on Twitter: @Steve_Dangle, @AdamWylde, & @JesseBlake Follow us on Instagram: @SteveDangle, @AdamWylde, & @Jesse.BlakeJoin us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TSN Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins us on Mail It In Friday to share his thoughts on the Leafs acquiring Dakota Joshua. Masters discusses how Auston Matthews will handle the absence of Mitch Marner and who should join the right side of Matthews' line.

In hour one, guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, they react to the Canucks trading Dakota Joshua to the Toronto Maple Leafs (3:00), plus they get the latest Blue Jays news & notes from Sportsnet Jays reporter Shi Davidi (26:03). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

Guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, they react to the Canucks trading Dakota Joshua to the Toronto Maple Leafs, they chat with BC Lions radio commentator and Canucks beat writer Bob "The Moj" Marjanovich about the latest around the Leos and 'Nucks, plus the boys tell us what they learned. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

Steve Dangle breaks down the trade between the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs that saw them acquire F Dakota Joshua in exchange for a 2028 4th-Round Selection. NEW BOOK!: https://www.harpercollins.ca/9781443469968/hockey-rants-and-raves/ BECOME AN SDP VIP! https://www.youtube.com/sdpn/join SDPN: https://www.sdpn.ca/ ADVERTISE WITH US! https://sdpn.ca/sales/ SDPN DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 EASTER SEALS: https://t.co/DVbMNTS1IL AUDIOBOOK: https://bit.ly/2GIgYya Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Bryan Hayes, Frankie Corrado, and Jason Strudwick for hour 1 of OverDrive! We celebrate Struddy hitting the big 50. We react to the Maple Leafs acquiring forward Dakota Joshua. Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum joins the show from Royal Portrush to share his thoughts on the first round of The Open.

Join Bryan Hayes, Frankie Corrado, and Jason Strudwick for hour 2 of OverDrive! MLB Network analyst Jim Duquette joins the show to discuss what the Blue Jays should add at the trade deadline. Hayes reveals his power ranking of Canadian NHL Teams, and we continue to break down the Dakota Joshua trade.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with the news out of Toronto that the Leafs have acquired Dakota Joshua from the Vancouver Canucks. Then, Kevin Barker joins the show (8:53) to share his thought's on the MLB All-Star Game and Home Run Derby, if he is buying into the Jays' hot streak before the break, and how the team can stack up against the rest of the AL East ahead of the deadline. Then, NHLPA Executive Director Marty Walsh (26:10) joins the show fresh off of ratifying a new CBA with the NHL. They discuss how the process works behind closed doors, the success of the Four Nations, how he measures the success of the league, and more. Then, they discuss the rising cap and how it will change the landscape of new contracts in the NHL, what has changed in the relationship between the NHL and the PA, 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.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off Hour 2 by welcoming in Aaron Rose (0:45) to dive into the Raptors Summer League performance so far. They discuss if a Summer League title is a legitimate possibility, the mentality and coaching decisions that we have seen from Darko Rajaković and company, first impressions of Collin Murray-Boyles, if Bobby Webster could be the Raps' next president, and more. Then, live from the Smoothie King Center, Aaron Bronsteter joins the show to tee up UFC 318 (25:40). They discuss what to expect from Holloway vs. Porier in the latter's retirement fight, if we will see a fight at the White House, what is next for Tom Aspinall, and more. They end off the show discussing the Leafs trading for Dakota Joshua and their opinions on the current forward group following the departure of Mitch Marner. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.