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Game 25 has the Toronto Maple Leafs heading into a tricky showdown with the Pittsburgh Penguins, a team that's been wildly inconsistent but still dangerous every single night. As Toronto continues scraping for ground in the Eastern Conference playoff race, Zack breaks down the latest lineup decisions — from how the top six looks with Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies, William Nylander, John Tavares, Nic Robertson and Easton Cowan, to whether Max Domi or Dakota Joshua might be rotating in and out as Sheldon Keefe searches for stability.We dig into what the bottom six could look like with Calle Järnkrok, Scott Laughton, and Matias Maccelli still fighting for defined roles, plus how the blue line pairs out with Morgan Rielly and Oliver Ekman-Larsson logging heavy minutes, Jake McCabe settling in next to Simon Benoit, and where Timothy Liljegren fits. From the Leafs' power play drought to Pittsburgh's aggressive forecheck, it's a full preview of what Toronto must clean up to come out on top.And as always, we wrap with two best bets for tonight's matchup — presented by bet365 — including one player prop and one game line that stand out heading into puck drop.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Game 24 has the Toronto Maple Leafs staring at a crucial American Thanksgiving weekend, and it starts with a 5 p.m. matchup against the Washington Capitals. Coming off a must-win result vs the Blue Jackets, the Leafs are still chasing the pack, trying to claw back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Zack breaks down why Max Domi is likely coming out of the lineup, Dakota Joshua draws back in after his healthy scratch, and how the top six looks with Matthew Knies, Auston Matthews, Nicholas Robertson, John Tavares, William Nylander and Easton Cowan.We dive into Matias Maccelli staying in the press box, how Scott Laughton and Calle Järnkrok shape the bottom six, and why this forward group finally has more defined roles. On the back end, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's heavy minutes alongside Morgan Rielly, Simon Benoit's improvement next to Jake McCabe, and what this all means against Washington. Plus, a full rant on the Leafs' 9-for-60 disaster of a power play, Joseph Woll's workload, Logan Thompson on the other side, and two best bets for tonight's game presented by bet365.Finally, we hit the Bet365 best bet of the night and preview what to expect on After Dark following the final buzzer.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Join me live as we break down everything that happened in Game 23 between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Columbus Blue Jackets, reacting in real time to a season that feels like it's teetering on the edge. We revisit all the major storylines from the pregame — the Leafs entering the night at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, the fading “must-win” narrative, the Atlantic Division's surprising mediocrity, and what this team actually is right now. We'll evaluate how Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies, and Nic Robertson performed in their return to a reshaped top six, whether Easton Cowan earned more trust, how the defensive group held up with Jake McCabe playing through injury, and if the power play showed any signs of life after the idea of Cowan running PP1.We'll also dive into the biggest moments of the night, the turning points, who stepped up, who struggled, and what this game tells us about the Leafs' playoff hopes heading into American Thanksgiving. Plus, we'll circle back to the Bet365 best bet and see if the big dogs delivered. Join the chat, react with Leafs Nation, and let's figure out together where this team goes from here.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Game 23 arrives with the Toronto Maple Leafs staring at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, and tonight's matchup vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets feels like another hard truth in a season slipping away. We break down why the “must-win” label no longer applies, how American Thanksgiving usually defines playoff odds, and why the Atlantic Division's mediocrity is the only thing keeping Toronto in the race. From the impact of Matthews and Knies returning, to a refreshed top-six featuring Robertson, Cowan, Tavares and Nylander, plus a deeper look at Max Domi settling into the proper role, we analyze what this lineup actually is right now. We also dive deep into the defensive concerns, Jake McCabe's return after injury, and why the power play continues to sink—leading to the bold idea of trying Easton Cowan as PP1 quarterback. Finally, we hit the Bet365 best bet of the night and preview what to expect on After Dark.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday as Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies and Nic Roy make their return to the ice in practice. They discuss whether Matthews should be rushed back for the Leafs' road trip and how well the team needs to play down the stretch to make a bid for the playoffs. Then, they review Kyper's trade board and discuss whether the Leafs should consider selling pieces. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (31:40) weighs in on the Leafs' recent spotty practice schedule, the vibes around the team, and the latest on Anthony Stolarz and Jake McCabe.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 the postgame show following tonight's matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens — a game loaded with pressure on both sides and major implications in a crowded Eastern Conference. No matter how it played out, we're breaking down every storyline: the Leafs entering the night having lost six of seven, Montreal riding a five-game skid, and both teams desperate to avoid another setback.We'll dive into how Craig Berube managed his lineup, including the ongoing debate around Max Domi at center, the decision to sit Jacob Quillan, and how Easton Cowan, Scott Laughton, Bobby McMann, and Nic Robertson were deployed. We'll revisit the blue line's performance, the expectations on Morgan Rielly after recent defensive lapses, and whether Jake McCabe, Benoit, Myers, and Troy Stecher built on their improved play. Plus, we'll react to Joseph Woll's start in a high-leverage rivalry game and assess how Toronto handled Montreal's goaltending situation.We'll also check in on whether the Leafs generated the early pressure they needed, how the special teams looked, and whether the team found enough pace, urgency, and structure to stabilize their season. And of course, we'll review tonight's bet365 Best Bet segment and track how our picks performed.Drop your thoughts in the comments — who stood out, what frustrated you, and what you think it means for the road ahead.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

TSN Leafs reporter Mark Masters on the struggles of Jake McCabe and Brandon Carlo, Carlo's return to Boston, and Nick Robertson being promoted to top line.

Hockey Hall of Famer Eric Lindros joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the upcoming "Celebrity Hockey Classic" featuring NHL Alumni and Nick, Justin and producer Sam McKee with proceeds supporting Easter Seals Ontario, before looking back at participating in the Winter Olympics, the importance of representing your country on the ice, Matthews Knies' potential and the pressure to perform in the big markets. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam recap the Leafs' back-to-back against the Buffalo Sabres, Jake McCabe's controversial hit, the 3rd line's emergence, Nick Robertson on the top line, John Tavares' consistency, the comparisons between the club's performance heading into November from 2024 and this season, and Craig Berube's comments on Joseph Woll's return-to-play process. 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 former NHLer & Daily Faceoff contributor joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto's twin bill with the Buffalo Sabres. He dished on Jake McCabe lowering the boom on both Bowen Byram & Alex Tuch. Additionally, Barnaby broke down what makes John Tavares great. In addition to that, we talked Atlantic Division and where the Leafs are at as they approach the 10 game mark of the early season.

Game 9 of the 2025–26 season is in the books — and the Toronto Maple Leafs narrowly escape Buffalo with a 4–3 overtime win thanks to the late-game heroics of captain John Tavares! Zack Phillips delivers a rapid postgame reaction, breaking down how the Leafs avoided full-blown panic after another sloppy defensive showing. From Nic Robertson's first-line goal and Easton Cowan's relentless forecheck to Jake McCabe's massive, tone-setting hit and fight, Zack analyzes the rare bursts of emotion this team showed despite ongoing concerns. He also dives into the absence of William Nylander, Morgan Rielly's return, an alarming goaltending situation with Primo and Hildeby, the Leafs' lack of sustained possession, and a power play that continues to let them down. Plus: Bet365 Best Bet recap, grading the performance, and celebrating Tavares' 499th career goal as Toronto grinds out a much-needed two points.Chapters:00:00 OT win avoids Leafs panic00:28 Goalie situation gets messy (Primo & Hildeby)01:20 Nylander out, Rielly returns02:52 Nic Robertson scores on the top line03:55 Jake McCabe's massive hit + fight sparks emotion05:47 Power play continues to struggle06:34 Passing and rush defense collapse08:36 Dakota Joshua ties it up09:55 John Tavares OT winner + 499th career goal10:34 Bet365 Best Bet recap11:16 Play of the Game: Jake McCabe11:35 Final grade: D+ but two points secured12:40 What's next on TLN After Dark#LeafsForever #TLNAfterDark #TorontoMapleLeafs #NHL #GoLeafsGoSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Sean Gentille welcomes Shayna Goldman and Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss the under-appreciated players in the playoffs for the remaining 8 teams, including Logan Stankoven, John Klingberg, Tyler Seguin and Jake McCabe. The crew looks back on the Maple Leafs game 2 win over the defending cup champion Panthers and the force of nature that is Mikko Rantanen who is clearly the best player on the planet right now, as Dallas takes a 1-0 lead over the Winnipeg Jets. Plus, Dom, Shayna and Sean offer their opinion on the Utah hockey club finally settling on a team name and logo, as they pick the Mammoth to represent Salt Lake City in the NHLHost: Sean GentilleWith: Shayna Goldman and Dom LuszczyszynExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the matchup between the Maple Leafs and the Senators as the Battle of Ontario, including the battle in net between Anthony Stolarz vs Linus Ullmark. Can the core four finally have an impact in the playoffs? Will Matthew Knies take his previously solid playoff play a step further? Plus the guys provide an update on the walking wounded, Max Pacioretty, Jake McCabe, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and David Kampf, and if the Maple Leafs can contain Brady Tkachuk and the upstart Senators. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the matchup between the Maple Leafs and the Senators as the Battle of Ontario, including the battle in net between Anthony Stolarz vs Linus Ullmark. Can the core four finally have an impact in the playoffs? Will Matthew Knies take his previously solid playoff play a step further? Plus the guys provide an update on the walking wounded, Max Pacioretty, Jake McCabe, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and David Kampf, and if the Maple Leafs can contain Brady Tkachuk and the upstart Senators.  Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the Leafs clinching the Atlantic Division to set up the Battle of Ontario in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (11:05). JD and James talk through the excitement of the playoff matchup, the plan for Anthony Stolarz as the starting goalie, what the line combinations should look like, the plan for the final game of the season, and the effect on the backend with Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Jake McCabe's injuries. JD takes a look at Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors in their Play-In victory over the Grizzlies (50:13). Later, Caleb Joseph, Blue Jays Central analyst, jumps on to recap the Jays' offensive burst against the Braves (53:13). They react to Anthony Santander finding his groove at the plate, the challenge of keeping starting pitchers efficient, the plan at third base, and missing the power from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:23:26).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 final hour with a chat about Maple Leafs' health going into the playoffs. They focus in on the blueline to examine the status of Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson after hearing what head coach Craig Berube had to say about the pair. Later, B&B break down Connor McDavid's latest comments regarding the health of the Oilers' playoff roster, before sharing what stood out from the NHLPA Player Poll released yesterday. To end the show, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (27:15) tees up this afternoon's series finale with the Braves. The trio discuss if Toronto's power is finally ready to be unleashed, some upcoming roster decisions for the team, and the state of the bullpen featuring Jeff Hoffman as the closer. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs' penultimate matchup of the regular season against the Buffalo Sabres needing only a point to lock up the Atlantic Division. They check in on the statuses of Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, how the team stays healthy ahead of Game 1 of the playoffs, Max Domi getting more run on the second line, Craig Berube's comments on the team's identity and much more. Later, former NHLer Brad May (30:43) discusses the Leafs/Sabres rivalry and the underlying cause for the Sabres' miserable season. Finally, he shares the recipe for success for Toronto in the playoffs should they meet the Sens in Round 1.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, Ivan Demidov signing a deal with the Canadiens, Montreal's team success for the season, the Maple Leafs' injuries of Jake McCabe and David Kampf, Connor McDavid and Brady Tkachuk's injuries and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins to discuss Anthony Stolarz's large role in the crease, the goaltending's playoff outlook in Toronto and Jake McCabe's injury stance on the team. Columbus Blue Jackets Forward Kent Johnson joins to discuss impressive season, his skill set on the ice and the experience playing in Columbus.

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL. Jake McCabe and David Kampf's injuries for the team, Anthony Stolarz's approach in the crease for the roster, the playoff goaltending in Toronto, the Stanley Cup contenders in the league and more.

Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs impressive win over division rival Florida on Wednesday night which extended their lead in the Atlantic Division and also clinched their 9th straight playoff berth. The guys praise the play of Mitch Marner, on the cusp of his first 100 point season, Jake McCabe's impact on the blueline and Anthony Solarz, all but solidifying the starting assignment in goal, once the playoffs begin.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs impressive win over division rival Florida on Wednesday night which extended their lead in the Atlantic Division and also clinched their 9th straight playoff berth. The guys praise the play of Mitch Marner, on the cusp of his first 100 point season, Jake McCabe's impact on the blueline and Anthony Solarz, all but solidifying the starting assignment in goal, once the playoffs begin. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 5-2 to the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, ending their three-game win streak. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' second-period collapse, another rough night for Scott Laughton, Jake McCabe's worst performance of the season 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs keep rolling as they pick up a 4-3 win over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win and discuss John Tavares' 3-point night en route to the 1100-career-point milestone, Bobby McMann making an impact with the second line, Jake McCabe's offensive upside 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.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 2-1 win over the Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena! They discuss who was the bigger story, Joseph Woll or Auston Matthews? They get into Woll's 38 saves, how he gave the team a chance to win (especially in the third period), and continue the Woll vs. Stolarz debate as well. They also discuss Matthews scoring yet another goal, and how he's looked good in back-to-back games. Plus, they get into the defence standing out (including Jake McCabe), different line combinations that could be tried, and the play of the fourth 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-2 loss to the Senators on Saturday as the team's slide continues. They share their panic levels and discuss Craig Berube's emphasis on urgency, whether the system needs a change, Mitch Marner's mentality, Scott Laughton moving down to the 4th line, Jake McCabe's recent slide and much more. Later, Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson (34:50) looks at the Leafs' playoff outlook after this recent slump, how this season's team differs from previous years, and where their focus should be down the stretch.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 preview tonight's game against the Sharks, discussing the Leafs' upcoming schedule and player management. They welcome former Leafs GM Gord Stellick to share his insights on the team's current state ahead of the trade deadline and what GM Brad Treliving should focus on. B&B also share Treliving's thoughts on deals and what the recent Seth Jones trade reveals about market dynamics, comparing it to Jake McCabe's situation (30:55).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 defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 at home to take a third straight win. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win and discuss the energy of Toronto/Tampa matchups, Auston Matthews being back at 100%, the power play starting to make strides, Morgan Rielly finding a bit of momentum alongside Jake McCabe 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.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, J.T. Miller's trade buzz and the Canucks' fallout on the roster, Fraser Minten returning to the Maple Leafs, Anthony Stolarz's injury timeline, Morgan Rielly playing with Jake McCabe and more.

Join Bryan Hayes and Dave Feschuk for Hour 3 on OverDrive! Maple Leafs Radio Commentators Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph joins to discuss the Maple Leafs' stance in the standings, John Tavares' injury impact and Jake McCabe's return to the roster. NFL on CBS and Westwood One Commentator Kevin Harlan joins to discuss the NFL Divisional Round matchups and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

Maple Leafs Radio Commentators Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph joined OverDrive to discuss the biggest headlines around the Maple Leafs, the team's stance in the standings, John Tavares being placed on the IR, Jake McCabe's return to the roster, Joseph Woll's role in the crease and more.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-3 OT win over the Devils at Scotiabank Arena! They discuss how badly needed this win was, beginning with William Nylander breaking out with a pair of goals, including the OT winner. Is this the beginning of a hot streak for Nylander? They get into a pair of goals for Auston Matthews, including him sniping the game's third goal to tie it late, and discuss the return of Jake McCabe as well. Plus, they chat about Oliver Ekman-Larsson's two penalties, and the continuing up-and-down play from Morgan Rielly. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Maple Leafs, the booing from the fans in defeat against Dallas, John Tavares' injury at practice, Jake McCabe's stance on the blue line, Sheldon Keefe's return to Toronto, Craig Berube's coaching views and more.

JD starts the show with his latest Leafs thoughts before being joined by NHL Network's Jackie Redmond to discuss Toronto's three-game losing streak, accountability culture, team dynamics, the power play, the Leafs' issues, and the definition of insanity (00:00). Then, co-host of the FAN Hockey Show, Mike Futa talks with JD about Rōki Sasaki, Tony DeAngelo, slumps, Jake McCabe, the team's trade assets, and expectations (50:58). After, JD and the producers end the show with 'What We Missed' (1:22:07).   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 kick things off by looking back on the Leafs' 3-0 loss to the Vancouver Canucks Saturday night in the first of a three-game homestand. The trio discuss the team's lack of passing ability, the need for adjustments on the power play, and Mitch Marner's most recent post-game comments. Next, Sportsnet's Gord Stellick (33:05) weighs in on Steven Lorentz's effort level leading to a promotion to the top line, Dennis Hildeby's start against the Canucks over the weekend, how the Leafs can shore up their performance with the man advantage, and the big defensive void left without Jake McCabe.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' 6-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes to close out their road trip. They get into the defensive struggles from the top lines, Jake McCabe's notable absence, a rare stinker from Joseph Woll, flaws of the five-forward power play beyond the short-handed goal allowed and much more. Then, the guys answer your questions with the debut of the Leafs Line!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, the Maple Leafs' search for centers, Anthony Stolarz's injury status and Jake McCabe's return to the ice, the Bruins' search for success, the Rangers' subpar season and more.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with reflections on the Leafs' season at the midway mark and their standing atop the Atlantic Division. Then, they look ahead to the Leafs' matchup against the Flyers tonight and discuss Ryan Reaves getting back into the lineup, the defensive pairs without Jake McCabe, the team needing more from Morgan Rielly, Bobby McMann moving up to the second line and more. Later, Flyers GM Daniel Brière (32:38) weighs in on Garnet Hathaway's physicality, the team's performance at the halfway point, Matvei Michkov's development and their plan for the trade deadline.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.

Blake Murphy from The Raptors Show joins JD in-studio to dive into the Raptors' losing season (00:00). What are the biggest issues? How solvable are they? How do we evaluate the rest of the season?  Is there concerns about head coach Darko Rajaković? Has Scottie Barnes progressed this season? What will it take to trade Jakob Poeltl? Later, Sportsnet Maple Leafs reporter, Luke Fox, discusses the Leafs' biggest surprises and disappointments at the halfway point of the regular season (52:00). JD and Luke discuss the goaltending, John Tavares, Jake McCabe's injury and being selective about fights, Auston Matthews' participation at the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament and Phillipe Myers getting an extension. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:29:00) 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.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined OverDrive to discuss the storylines around the NHL, the Canucks' outlook and Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller in trade buzz, the Atlantic Division's trajectory, the Maple Leafs' performance at the halfway point, Jake McCabe's injury status, Auston Matthews' return to the team and if he plays at the 4 Nations Face-Off and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys dive into the Maple Leafs' successful games against the Bruins and Flyers, Auston Matthews' return to the team, Jake McCabe's injury impact to the blue line in Toronto and Nikita Dynyak dropping his phone in a KHL game. They also discuss Week 18 headlines in the NFL, Jerod Mayo's dismissal in New England and Canada's next steps with quarterfinal defeat at the IIHF World Junior Championship.

Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet's Gord Stellick for Leafs Hour to discuss the stellar return of Auston Matthews over the weekend following a six-game absence, and the likelihood of the centre suiting up for USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off. Then, the team offers thoughts on Matthew Knies' dominant performance on Saturday to earn his first career hat-trick against the Bruins, a slumping second line led by William Nylander, and Dennis Hildeby's steadiness against the Flyers possibly earning him another start this week. Later, the guys break down the fisticuffs between Garnet Hathaway and Jake McCabe on Sunday, leading to the latter's placement on injured reserve by the team, and the streaky nature of scoring from the Leafs' blueline.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 defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 at home in Sunday's overtime clash. JD Bunkis & Sam McKee break down the game, Morgan Rielly snapping his slump with the game-winner, Jake McCabe's fight and injury, Dennis Hildeby's impressive bounce-back performance 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.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 6-4 win over the Bruins at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto! They get into the return of Auston Matthews - after seeing a little bit of everything from Matthews tonight, did he look like his usual self? Afterwards, they discuss the first career hat trick for Matthew Knies - how important was that for him as 2025 gets going? Plus, they get into a somewhat wobbly start for Joseph Woll, and chat what they saw from a number of defencemen, including Jake McCabe and Philippe Myers. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

TSN Hockey Analyst Carlo Colaiacovo joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Ducks, Jake McCabe's return to the lineup, Mitch Marner's performance on the team, Patrik Laine leading the Canadiens and more.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs' matchup tonight against the New Jersey Devils. They discuss Jake McCabe's lingering injury, the ideal defensive partner for Morgan Rielly, expectations for Max Domi's return as he's activated off IR, the sense of urgency in the bottom six, Max Pacioretty's role and Auston Matthews still working back to 100%. Later, Devils analyst Ken Daneyko (33:55) shares a Jersey POV of the game and discusses how they differ from last year, their up-and-down offence and the addition of Jacob Markström.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 kick off by reacting to the Rangers trading Jacob Trouba to the Anaheim Ducks, how trading the captain impacts New York's locker room and their next steps. Then, they look ahead to the Leafs' matchup tonight against the Washington Capitals and discuss Jake McCabe's status, Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews sticking together on a line and the schedule picking up. Next, they evaluate Morgan Rielly's play this season. Finally, former NHLer Kris Versteeg (29:32) shares how the Leafs differ from previous years, how they compare to the Cup-winning Blackhawks teams he played for and why they should hold off on a Marner extension until the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some final thoughts ahead of Team Canada's official roster announcement for the Four Nations Face-Off today. They discuss how the tournament can impact the Leafs' season and Jani Hakanpää getting selected to Team Finland. Then, they look ahead to the Leafs' matchup against the Predators tonight and get into Nashville's failed offseason experiment, Jake McCabe's absence, the goalie tandem's recent play and more. Finally, to help look at the Preds' side of the game, Nashville radio host Robby Stanley (33:17) shares what's gone wrong for them this season and their chances of climbing back into contention.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, Jeff O'Neill and Jonas Siegel for Hour 3 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins to discuss Auston Matthews' performance in his return to the lineup, Jake McCabe and Jani Hakanpaa's injuries and the 4 Nations Face-Off's roster expectations. The guys dive into hypothetical sports direct messages in the latest edition of The Slide and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NHL, the injuries of Jake McCabe and Jani Hakanpaa for the Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews' performance in his return, the expectations for the 4 Nations Face-Off's roster for Canada and more.

On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: 00:00 - Jake McCabe's extension with the Leafs 4:30 - Worry-o-meter for Toronto 15:20 - Tristan Jarry sent down 19:45 - Lafreniere contract extension with the Rangers 26:30 Stamkos returns to Tampa 32:15 Ask CJ Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports 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