Podcasts about David Alter

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson break down what's next for the Flames after locking up Matt Coronato long term. They dive into the team's big restricted free agent decisions — Connor Zary, Kevin Bahl, and Morgan Frost — and how Craig Conroy could be approaching those negotiations.  (22:02) David Alter from The Hockey News joins the show to talk about the Leafs' playoff run and the impact Sam Bennett is having on the series. He also dives into his thoughts on the production of Auston Matthews, Chris Tanev's impact on and off the ice, 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/

David Alter, Leafs reporter for The Hockey News, joined the show to discuss the Panthers resting players, Nick Roberton's pathway to playing in the playoffs, and why he thinks Auston Matthews could eventually have the NHL goals record.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about what the Leafs need from Max Domi, doubt around Scott Laughton's role and Toronto's need for ‘difference makers' in the playoffs.

David Alter, Leafs reporter for The Hockey News, joined the show to discuss John Tavares leaving practice, the return of Jake McCabe, and Sheldon Keefe's homecoming on Thursday.

The Islanders are in the midst of back-to-back home-and-homes against the Penguins and the Leafs. Success could bring the blue and orange back into the wild card conversation, while faltering could bring them closer to dropping a "for sale" sign on the front lawn. David Alter of THN joins Sean and Stefen to talk Isles, Leafs, and much more!Follow HNiNY on all social media platforms at @hockeynightnySubscribe to our Patreon for exclusive videos, columns, perspectives, and more!Sponsored by Centre Station Bar & GrillSponsored by Main Street Board Game CafeSponsored by Raiser and KenniffSponsored by Tovi HockeyRecorded at Floored MediaCatch Stefen's coverage on the Isles beat for The Hockey NewsSubscribe to our friends at IslesFix newsletter!

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play on Anthony Stolarz's workload, Jake McCabe's return, finding chemistry with defensive pairings, the Leafs' search for secondary scoring and more.

David Alter, Leafs reporter for The Hockey News, joined the show to discuss whether Fraser Minten will stick around, the play of Auston Matthews since returning from injury, and if Matthews and Mitch Marner should play together.

Send us a textOn today's Sportsline Podcast, Bubba O'Neil was joined by NHL reporter David Alter who's work is seen on the Hockey News and Sports Illustrated. In addition to chatting about how he took control of his own career was a conversation that 'boring hockey' has resulted in winning hockey for the 1st place Toronto Maple Leafs. 

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about what makes Auston Matthews' absence so bizarre, John Tavares' hockey IQ and McDavid hitting another milestone.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about William Nylander ‘backing up his words', why depth scoring is crucial for Craig Berube and Timothy LIljegren's tenure as a Leaf.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about early signs of Joseph Woll's injury, Craig Berube's confidence in Woll's health, the long-term outlook on Woll's health, what to expect from Max Pacioretty, Matthews Knies' consistency on the first line, what's next for William Nylander and more.

NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert (1:44) to weigh in on Rogers buying the Bell share of MLSE, on the retirement of Adrian Wojnarowski and life as an insider - plus - the latest on the Bruins and Jeremy Swayman. Later, David Alter (30:36) of The Hockey News, down at Leafs training camp today where Mitch Marner was the story of the day. He shares why Marner's following in William Nylander's steps from last year and if an athlete can prevent media questions about their contract.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.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Pacioretty's role in Toronto, if the lack of youth in Toronto is a concern, opportunities for Easton Cowan, the ‘loaded' roster at Leafs Rookie Camp and more.

Kicking off Season 5 of the podcast, the boys are joined by beat writer David Alter to discuss the upcoming season for the Toronto Maple Leafs, where the team is headed and remembering Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau after the recent tragedy that took their lives. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @AHobsonMedia @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Sponsors: **This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp - www.betterhelp.com/THPN for 10% OFF your first month. **Go to DraftKings and sign up using promo code “THPN” **Go to Manscaped and receive 20% OFF + free shipping with code “THPN” **Go to Seat Geek and use promo code “SticksInThe6ix” for $20 OFF your first purchase **Go to https://nonamehockey.co?sca_ref=4986431.wFMvHfzSov to create your custom gear today! **Go to molson.ca/themolsondrop or visit @MolsonCanadian on IG and enter for a free pair of tickets to an NHL game. Must be 19+. DISCLAIMER: Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help linema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPE N Y (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21 + in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. 1 boost per eligible game. Opt-in required. Max bet $50. 10+ leg req. for 100 % boost. Eligibility, wagering, and deposit restrictions apply.Terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/baseballterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanley joins Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff to tee up The Open Championship - how Rory McIlroy bounces back from his Scottish Open collapse, Tiger's war of words with Colin Montgomerie and why he feels this is Tiger's best chance to win another major (0:38). Later, MLB Insider for USA Today - Bob Nightengale - describes where he sees the Jays, what their priorities are and why they are right to expect great returns for their available players (17:18). He gets into Vladdy's trade value, what teams might be interested and why the market for him is smaller than we think. Finally, David Alter (33:12) on the Leafs' offseason and how the potential trade of Mitch Marner has gotten more complicated as time goes on. 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.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about how Oliver Ekman-Larsson fits with the Leafs' D-core, the biggest standouts at Development Camp, why he expects Toronto to stay active on the trade market, the Leafs' ‘diplomatic' stance on Mitch Marner negotiations, Sheldon Keefe's return to Toronto and more.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about his biggest takeaways from Craig Berube's introductory presser, Berube's style of play and Marner's potential fit, how the Leafs can upgrade their defence core, if the Leafs will see their identity change and more.

Maple Leafs Reporter at the Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Auston Matthews' status ahead of game 5, the expectations surrounding Joseph Woll, why the same issues always arise for the Maple Leafs, how Marchand makes his impact felt and Toronto's comeback chances.

It's April and that means it's almost playoff time!  We don't know who the Leafs are going to play, but we do know that Ladies Talkin' Leafs is once again going weekly for the playoffs! It's always exciting at this time of year and just like you we'll be cheering and hoping our Leafs will have a long playoff run, which will mean even more Ladies Talkin' Leafs! In this episode, we discuss the upcoming NHL playoffs and congratulate a couple former Leafs on their milestones. Then, for this instalment of the LTL Highlight Reel, we spotlight the signings of Simon Benoit and Bobby McMann, the incredible atmosphere for the game against the Oilers, and of course, Auston Matthews' 60th goal! Then for the Third Period, we welcome Maple Leafs reporter David Alter to discuss the team's performance heading into the final weeks of the regular season.We also discuss players who have impressed and those who have not lived up to expectations. We wrap up our conversation with a discussion about Mitch Marner's return and the lineup decisions that need to be made heading into the Playoffs. With less than 9 games to go, the Leafs final playoff position is far from locked in. As David said, we're probably in for a crazy run, with many line up decisions still to be ironed out. Alas, as Leafs fans we're definitely used to this! It's just part of the ride! Go Leafs Go! Takeaways The NHL playoffs are approaching and the Ladies are excited to cheer on the Leafs Wayne Simmonds and James van Riemsdyk are celebrated for their milestones The signings of Simon Benoit and Bobby McMahon are praised for their reasonable cap hits and performance The game against the Oilers is discussed, with the Leafs winning 6-3 Auston Matthews' 60th goal is highlighted, making him the third player in NHL history with multiple 60-goal seasons for an original six club Players who have impressed and those who have not lived up to expectations are discussed The return of Mitch Marner and the lineup decisions that need to be made are analyzed There has been controversy surrounding Mitch Marner's responses to questions about his injury, with some fans interpreting his behavior as dismissive or joking. The hosts speculate on the reasons behind Marner's behavior, suggesting that it may be due to frustration, pressure, or personal issues. The Leafs' defense pairings have been disrupted due to injuries, and it is uncertain when players like Morgan Rielly and Joel Edmundson will return. The upcoming games against the Panthers and Lightning will likely be important in determining the Leafs' playoff positioning. The hosts express their appreciation for beat reporters like David Alter who provide firsthand insights into the team. The hosts remind listeners to support healthcare workers and first responders, and encourage them to leave ratings and reviews for the podcast. Chapters 00:00 Playoff Excitement and Milestone Celebrations 03:13 Highlighting Signings and Game Performances 08:09 Auston Matthews' 60th Goal and Impressive Players 26:35 Controversy Surrounding Mitch Marner's Responses 36:07 Challenges with Leafs' Defense Pairings 49:15 Upcoming Games and Playoff Positioning 52:09 Supporting Healthcare Workers and First Responders https://bleav.com/shows/ladies-talkin-leafs/ https://www.ladiestalkinleafs.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@LTL1917 Support the show https://ko-fi.com/ltl1917 https://www.nhl.com/mapleleafs/ https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/author/david-alter https://www.theroad.biz/ https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/we-want-60-auston-matthews-makes-history-in-buffalo/ https://torontosun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/benoit-signing-an-indication-of-whats-likely-to-come-for-maple-leafs-blue-line https://theleafsnation.com/news/tyler-bertuzzi-delivering-on-promise-during-final-stretch-of-regular-season https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/latest-news/whatever-you-guys-want-to-say-its-behind-me-now-mitch-marner-returns-to-maple-leafs-practice-and-refuses-to-go-into-specifics-behind-injury https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/a-look-at-the-maple-leafs-roster-battles-heading-toward-playoffs/

In this 1445th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with David Alter talking Leafs, U2 and more. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Team and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

During Hour 1 we were joined by David Alter from The Hockey News to discuss the fallout from Saturday's Leafs-Sens game and what a lengthy Morgan Reilly suspension would mean to a Toronto team battling for a playoff spot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 1 we were joined by David Alter from the Hockey News covering the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Isles went 1-1-1 for the week against the Avs, Yotes, and Knights resulting in a 1-2-1 record for their 4-game road trip. Sean and Stefen covered the ups and downs of the trip and the important games they have upcoming in the week ahead. David Alter of THN joined to chat about the Leafs, William Nylander, Tavares notching his 1000th point on Isles home ice, and more!Follow HNiNY on all social media platforms at @hockeynightnyPresented by Blue Line Deli and Bagels (http://bluelinedeli.com)Sponsored by Main Street Board Game Cafe (http://mainstboardgamecafe.com)Sponsored by Raiser and Kenniff (http://raiserandkenniff.com)Catch Stefen's coverage on the Isles beat for The Hockey News (https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-islanders)Subscribe to our friends at IslesFix newsletter! (http://islesfix.substack.com)Recorded at Floored Media (http://flooredmedia.com)

It has been a rough week for the Toronto Maple Leafs and to get more insight into the temperature around the team, reporter David Alter joins Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti. They go over how the last few days have gone including the fallout from loss to the Ottawa Senators. Mike and Dave ask Alter about Sheldon Keefe's challenge to get John Klingberg to play defence at a respectable level and what options are available for the team to consider. They talk about the Matt Dumba rumours involving the Leafs from the off-season and what the void Toronto was trying to fill with Klingberg. Alter also gives his thoughts on the Leafs going through adversity and why it's something the Leafs should be embracing. They end the show previewing the upcoming back-to-back with the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks and looking at the goaltending tandem Keefe is rolling out.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.Parkview AdvanceFor more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today!SleeperDownload the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been a rough week for the Toronto Maple Leafs and to get more insight into the temperature around the team, reporter David Alter joins Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti. They go over how the last few days have gone including the fallout from loss to the Ottawa Senators. Mike and Dave ask Alter about Sheldon Keefe's challenge to get John Klingberg to play defence at a respectable level and what options are available for the team to consider. They talk about the Matt Dumba rumours involving the Leafs from the off-season and what the void Toronto was trying to fill with Klingberg. Alter also gives his thoughts on the Leafs going through adversity and why it's something the Leafs should be embracing. They end the show previewing the upcoming back-to-back with the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks and looking at the goaltending tandem Keefe is rolling out. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Parkview Advance For more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today! Sleeper Download the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 1 we were joined by David Alter from The Hockey News. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with David Alter, Maple Leafs reporter for Sports Illustrated and The Hockey News, stopping by to discuss the biggest storylines heading into Maple Leafs training camp, expectations for Auston Matthews after inking a new deal this summer, lingering questions about the team's blue line, how Sheldon Keefe might fare with Brad Treliving in charge, Ryan Reaves' fit in the Maple Leafs' lineup, and the team's cap crunch. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Donnovan Bennett, co-host of The FAN Checkdown, to chat about the Dolphins' staying power as a viable contender, the Bengals' 0-2 start, making sense of the NFC East, and Josh Allen's history of turnover issues (25:03). Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay! 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.

In Hour 1 we were joined by David Alter of The Hockey News. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to episode 253 of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast, in which Neil chatted with David Alter, Sports Reporter on the Toronto Maple Leafs beat for Sports Illustrated / The Hockey News and his other platforms. 87 minute duration. Listen on Apple, Spotify and Stitcher. Posted by Neil Horowitz Follow me on Twitter @njh287   Check out my LinkedIn articles

Listen to episode 253 of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast, in which Neil chatted with David Alter, Sports Reporter on the Toronto Maple Leafs beat for Sports Illustrated / The Hockey News and his other platforms. 87 minute duration. Listen on Apple, Spotify and Stitcher. Posted by Neil Horowitz Follow me on Twitter @njh287   Check out my LinkedIn articles

On this episode, Mike and Rachel are joined by The Hockey News Toronto Maple Leafs site manager David Alter to discuss the Detroit Lions win. They also preview the Atlantic Division as a whole (07:04-08:02), the Boston Bruins (08:)2-17:59), Buffalo Sabres (17:59-27:19), Detroit Red Wings (27:19-40:47), Florida Panthers (40:47-48:22), Montreal Canadiens (48:22-56:45), Ottawa Senators (56:45-01:06:52), Tampa Bay Lightning (01:06:52-01:17:44), and Toronto Maple Leafs (01:36:02). Finally, they predict the Atlantic division standings (01:36:02-END). Shop Merch: https://staffgraph.myshopify.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/staffgraph Shop Stickers: https://www.redbubble.com/people/staffgraphpod/shop

David pursued his academic journey at Western University with a keen interest in mathematics. However, during his junior year, he had an epiphany that sparked a passion for sports media. Taking action on this newfound ambition, David joined the sports department at Western and delved deeper into the world of sports media. As his passion grew, he secured an internship at The Fan, which eventually paved the way for a role as a producer and reporter. This valuable experience has ultimately led him to his current position within the Toronto Maple Leafs organization.   In this episode of The Press Row, Jonah talks with David about: Getting Started in Reporting  What it is like being on the road with an NHL team  The Divide of Leafs Nation  Dubas Vs Shanahan  Brad Treliving  Core 4 For more, be sure to visit Yyzsportsmedia.com and follow @yyzsportsmedia

The future of one NHL franchise will change forever tonight as the league's draft lottery goes down this evening. Frank and Tyler started the show by talking about the possible destinations for Connor Bedard and which franchise needs him the most. They then moved into the playoff talk and dug into the Leafs trailing the Panthers 3-0 with David Alter from SI.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leafs Reporter for Sports Illustrated and the Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Michael Bunting's suspension, the mood around the team, the future of the core four and if Samsonov should be given the chance to bounce back.

Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of the show, Jim Tatti talks to "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter about the Leafs' win against the Devils and how the lines might look over the next few weeks. Then Tatti brings back his signature segment, "Yes Guy, No Guy".

In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how how poor the NBA All-Star game was and what it means in the grander scheme of things. Then Matt is joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter for SI.com, David Alter, to discuss the Ryan O'Reilly trade and how it will affect the Maple Leafs moving forward.

#MapleLeafs GM Kyle Dubas made a big splash on Friday night, acquiring Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari from the #StLouisBlues. Frank Seravalli and Mike McKenna broke down both sides of the deal. David Alter also stopped by to talk about O'Reilly's first few games in a Leafs sweater. They also touched on the #TampaBayLightning #NewYorkRangers & #ChicagoBlackhawks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano preview tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Rangers. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter live at Scotiabank Arena to discuss the Leafs' line changes and who could still be on the move at the trade deadline.

SI's David Alter joins the show to discuss the goaltender's play as of late, the reunited core four up front, the reset for the Leafs in the middle of the season, what the fourth line's identity could be, who the team could go after at the deadline and mic'ing up Matthews on the TNT games.

In the second hour of the show, Mike DiStefano and Frank Corrado give their best one-word answers for some of the latest news from around the NHL on another "Word Association Wednesday". Then Al's Brother and Frankie talk to "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter about the Leafs' loss to the Blues and Auston Matthews reaching 500 points.

Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the SI Media Group, David Alter, joins Al's Brother and Frankie Corrado to discuss Michael Bunting's contract talk and a ballpark number of his contract, Auston Matthews hitting the 500-point mark, becoming the fastest player in franchise history to achieve the milestone and how Ilya Samsonov can get back on track after his recent drop in save percentage.

In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter to get the latest news from morning skate ahead of tonight's matchup against the Kings. Then Julia and AB rank the next wave of must-see players in the NHL in this week's "Thursday Three-Pack".

'Inside The Maple Leafs' reporter David Alter joins Julia and Al's Brother to talk about TJ Brodie's return against the Kings, why Morgan Rielly's timeline is still not clear and if Mark Giordano is taking on too many minutes.

In the first hour of Leafs Lunch live from Scotiabank Arena, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Mike Johnson about the Leafs' goaltending situation. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the Sports Illustrated, David Alter, live from Leafs' morning skate to break down Matt Murray's injury.

In this 1123rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by David Alter as they run down the extensive list of sports media gigs he's held since his last visit in 2015. And yes, they talk about Discothèque. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Yes, We Are Open, The Advantaged Investor, Canna Cabana, StickerYou, Ridley Funeral Home and Electronic Products Recycling Association.

In the second hour of today's show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson about the Leafs' injury news and his expectations for the team's core players this season. Then Juila and Al's Brother are joined by Sports Illustrated's David Alter to recap the Leafs' Rookie Tournament.

Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs currently have the best odds on the DraftKings Sportsbook App to win the Atlantic Division. How do the Leafs rank against the new and improved Florida Panthers and the recent champion Tampa Bay Lightning? Sports Illustrated Toronto's David Alter joins the show to preview the Atlantic Division, to discuss whether Leafs fans are worried about Matthews leaving to play for the Arizona Coyotes, and more! 0:00 Intro 1:10 Welcome to the show, David Alter joins 2:00 Can the Leafs finally make it past the first round of the playoffs? 6:45 Toronto's goalie situation 10:30 What other offseason moves move the needle for Toronto? 14:20 How long is the leash for the Leafs' front office 17:45 Is there a real chance of Auston Matthews leaving in free agency? 25:15 What's next for the Tampa Bay Lightning 28:30 Expectations for the Boston Bruins after their coaching change 30:23 What to make of the Florida Panther's after their wild offseason moves 33:40 Do any of the other Atlantic teams have a chance to challenge for the playoffs 37:50 The crew's Atlantic Division predictions 47:30 Standouts from the Coyotes Rookie Faceoff BUY COYOTES TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441548/10874 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now (https://bit.ly/3Jl1dMX), use promo code PHNX and make your first deposit of FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in FREE BETS INSTANTLY! Plus, EVERYONE can experience the thrill of DraftKings EARLY WIN PROMOTION. Bet on any NFL team to win. If your team leads by ten at any point during the game, you get PAID INSTANTLY. Even if your team loses! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. OGeez!: OGeez! We have free stuff for you! Enter the “Flavoring Life” sweepstakes. One winner will receive 3, YES THREE, bags of OGeez including Orange Creamsicle and Tropical flavors, an OGeez! Hat, a PHNX shirt of your choice and a PHNX annual membership. Sign up at gophnx.com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIplqDYsxYeiotn5Zc6hRahaX0a5qG99eHVzkhOlGZDRdgUA/viewform Must be 21 years or older to purchase. Four Peaks: Herm's out. ASU has a new coach. Come out to the Four Peaks tailgate this Saturday to will the team on. $50 gets you AYCE buffet, 2 Four Peaks beers, and a free ride to the stadium. BUY TICKETS (under Package Beer / Keg Beer section): https://www.toasttab.com/four-peaks-brewing-8th-st/v3 Enter to win the “Toast of the Month” sweepstakes to win a $50 Four Peaks gift card, a PHNX shirt of your choice, and a PHNX annual membership. Go to goPHNX.Com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOabxo8KQxOWwn9wTilMBuTMAJdrL0CaH9lzfuJqgKN9vfSg/viewform Underdog Fantasy: Sign up for Underdog Fantasy today! Go to the link https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-phnx and use promo code “PHNX” to receive a deposit match up to $100 Liquid Death: Get free shipping on all water and merch at https://LiquidDeath.com/PHNX FOCO: FOCO has you covered with the best Arizona Merchandise. They have officially licensed gear for men, women and kids and everything from bobbleheads to swimsuits to crocs. Head on over to foco.com. For all non pre-sale items use the promo code “PHNX” for 10% off When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No Mike DiStefano this week but that's not a problem as Toronto Maple Leafs reporter David Alter joins David Morassutti on today's show. Alter explains his journey covering the Leafs during the COVID-19 pandemic and his new venture with Sports Illustrated that looks to bring content that fans are looking for (1:40). David wonders if the loss in the playoffs was different for the Leafs this season or was it the same old story (17:30)? They look at the moves the team made in the off-season and how it sets them up going into this season (23:23). They discuss whether this is a make it or break it a season for Kyle Dubas (27:10)? There are still storylines and questions that still need to be answered with training camp not too far away, David gives his thoughts on the ones that he believes are important (30:30). Make sure you follow David Alter on Twitter (@dalter) and follow his work (https://www.si.com/nhl/maple-leafs/) throughout the season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No Mike DiStefano this week but that's not a problem as Toronto Maple Leafs reporter David Alter joins David Morassutti on today's show. Alter explains his journey covering the Leafs during the COVID-19 pandemic and his new venture with Sports Illustrated that looks to bring content that fans are looking for (1:40). David wonders if the loss in the playoffs was different for the Leafs this season or was it the same old story (17:30)? They look at the moves the team made in the off-season and how it sets them up going into this season (23:23). They discuss whether this is a make it or break it a season for Kyle Dubas (27:10)? There are still storylines and questions that still need to be answered with training camp not too far away, David gives his thoughts on the ones that he believes are important (30:30).  Make sure you follow David Alter on Twitter (@dalter) and follow his work (https://www.si.com/nhl/maple-leafs/) throughout the season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inside the Maple Leafs reporter David Alter joins Karl and Stephen to talk about Toronto's chances to finally get over the hump, how they compare to the Cup contending teams in Washington and he'll answer Karl's stupid questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices