Podcast appearances and mentions of John Tavares

Join Aaron Korolnek, Jeff O'Neill and Frank Corrado for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' defeat to the Blue Jackets, Adam Fantilli's big performance, Max Domi's crucial giveaway in overtime, Joseph Woll bringing positives to the roster and if John Tavares and Tom Wilson should play for Canada at the Winter Olympics. TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson joins to discuss the Bills' defeat to the Texans on Thursday Night Football, the Colts and Chiefs' showdown and Week 12 picks. They also dive into Connor Hellebuyck's injury in the crease, Alex Ovechkin's goal scoring and the Canadiens' goaltending choices.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week with Maple Leaf Hotstove writer Anthony Petrielli. They discuss the Maple Leafs' recent three-game point streak, Scott Laughton's return, the team's injury reporting practices, and John Tavares' early-season reliance. Later, NHL insider Frank Seravalli (23:43) joins to share insights from the Brad Treliving press conference, potential transactions, player value, and the impact of close standings leading to the trade deadline. Brent and Daniele then share their thoughts on the Leafs' weekend performance.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.

Ben and Brent open the second hour with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Blue Jackets tonight. They discuss the concern of over-working Joseph Woll while Anthony Stolarz is on the shelf, as well as the Oilers' ongoing issues in goal. Later, the boys chat about the PGA Tour's plan to start the season after the Super Bowl, and imagine how much better the golf world would be if LIV Golf didn't exist. Rick Nash (24:00), two-time Olympic Gold medalist and President of Hockey Operations in Columbus, checks in ahead of tonight's trip to Toronto. Rick looks into the parity within the Eastern Conference, balancing Olympic excitement and regular season intensity, and John Tavares' ageless play, before taking a trip down memory lane.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.

Ray Ferraro joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill on Leafs Morning Take for a full look at Toronto's season so far. He shares his assessment at the quarter mark, explains how much stock to put in the standings this time of year, and breaks down the performances of John Tavares, William Nylander, and Auston Matthews. Ferraro also discusses what the Leafs need to do to regain momentum and navigate the challenges ahead.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee dive into the Maple Leafs' OT win over the St. Louis Blues, Matthews Knies added to a long list of players missing games due to an injury, Troy Stecher's blue line debut since being claimed off waivers, William Nylander's spectacular overtime winner, the ideal type of player Nylander could evolve into, his own goal on Joseph Woll, and John Tavares' 3-on-1 battle leading towards Willy's game winning goal. Then, the guys list some injury updates before jumping into McKee's Midweek Mailbag. 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 win 3-2 in overtime over the St. Louis Blues to end a five-game losing streak. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss whether a win against a bottom-ranked team can spark a turnaround, John Tavares' effort on the game-winning goal, and Joseph Woll's stellar play in net. Then, they debate whether William Nylander can change his defensive zone ways and if Craig Berube's call-outs are wearing him down. Finally, they review Jacob Quillan and Troy Stecher filling in nicely as the Leafs went without seven regular starters.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' recent performance and the impact of John Tavares. They explore whether the team's less thrilling style indicates positive progress, the effects of injuries on Craig Berube's depth decisions, and insights on the Leafs' bottom six. They also touch on Brad Treliving's comments about the team. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst Shi Davidi (26:35) joins to share key takeaways from the GM meetings, discuss the Jays' market opportunities, Ricky Tiedemann's role next season, and Bo Bichette's future in Toronto. The segment concludes with the 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Wednesday's show by recapping the Leafs' much-needed win over the Blues. They highlight strong performances from John Tavares, William Nylander, and Joseph Woll, and examine how injuries are testing the team's depth and shaping Craig Berube's decisions. They also discuss the team's struggling power play and the looming goaltending decisions once Anthony Stolarz returns. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays, including Ricky Tiedemann's addition to the 40-man roster and what it signals for his future. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with thoughts on Bo Bichette declining his qualifying offer amid reported interest from Boston and other contenders.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the many red flags surrounding the New York Rangers this season, captain JT Miller completely giving up on a play which resulted in a goal against, Mikko Rantanen's dangerous play against Alexander Romanov, Patrick Roy's serious comments aimed at Rantanen, John Tavares giving the Maple Leafs some life and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the Friday edition with Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean (1:01). They get into the Leafs' early-season woes after suffering a fourth straight loss to the LA Kings, how Zach Hyman's return can stabilize the slow starting Oilers, John Tavares' case for Team Canada, and how he's preparing for the Grey Cup this weekend. Then, Ailish and Justin take a closer look at the Leafs' issues and consider whether they can turn it around. Finally, they open up the Friday Free-For-All and go around the sports world with their burning questions, including whether the Thunder set an NBA record for wins this season, what position the Blue Jays should prioritise in the offseason, 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 fall 4-3 in overtime to the Los Angeles Kings on home ice, their fourth straight loss. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the team's play without Auston Matthews, John Tavares looking elite, Matthew Knies not meeting the eye-test relative to his point total, Dennis Hildeby's strong effort and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 4-3 OT loss to the Los Angeles Kings, as the Leafs' winless skid stretches to four games. The guys react to John Tavares' continued heater, Dennis Hildeby's strong showing, and what's going wrong in crunch time. Plus, 2x Stanley Cup champion and former Leaf Dave Bolland stops by the show. Also, the boys look ahead to Saturday night's visit to Chicago, where Toronto desperately needs to snap the skid and reset their season.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped another frustrating one to the Boston Bruins, and the questions surrounding this team are louder than ever. Zack Phillips breaks down the collapse on Leafs Nation After Dark, calling out the Leafs' lack of accountability, leadership, and defensive effort after another night that exposed deep cracks in their identity. He digs into why Craig Berube's message isn't landing, how Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and John Tavares responded under pressure, and whether this group has already tuned out their new coach. Later, Zack is joined by Nick Alberga to analyze Anthony Stolarz's rough outing, the Leafs' goaltending uncertainty, and what lineup or front-office changes could be coming next. From blown assignments to failed responses, it's the brutally honest post-game breakdown Leafs fans have been waiting for.Join the live chat, share your thoughts, and subscribe for full post-game coverage, instant reaction, and fan calls all season long on Leafs Nation After Dark.#LeafsForever #LeafsNation #TorontoMapleLeafs #TLNAfterDark #NHL #Hockey #AustonMatthews #WilliamNylander #NicRobertson #CraigBerube #BostonBruinsSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Dan revisits the Bo Horvat trade, the day John Tavares left Long Island, and the infamous Denis Potvin hit from 1979 (WHICH WAS A CLEAN HIT!!!!)   This podcast is supported by Belly Up Sports and Belly Up Media Like, Follow and Subscribe to the Show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok Subscribe to our page for new Episodes of Time to BS Podcast, Seahawks Sessions, Isle of BS, and BS Sessions New episodes of Time to BS released on Wednesdays New episodes of Seahawks Sessions MMO released on Saturdays, Postgame shows released the day after Seahawks Games New Episodes of Isle of BS released on Mondays     Tags:   #Islanders #NYIslanders #Hockey #Isles #BellyUpSports #BellyUpMedia #ComedyPodast #RealTalkPodcast #Podcast   Social Pages:   Twitter/X: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia   Instagram: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia   Threads: @stanielsmooth & @timetobspodcast   TikTok: @stanielsmooth   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TimetoBSPodcast?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

The Toronto Maple Leafs remain stuck around .500, battling glaring defensive breakdowns and inconsistent goaltending that have fans and analysts raising red flags. With an aging roster led by veterans like John Tavares and solid offensive production overshadowed by the team's inability to protect leads, Ed and I dive into the tough truths hitting Toronto this week. From blown games to leadership challenges, can Coach Berube find answers before the playoff picture dims? Join us for a no-holds-barred debate on what's really going wrong and what the future holds for this seasoned squad.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on their game at the Easter Seals charity tournament on Friday before looking back on the Leafs' weekend where they lost back-to-back games to the Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes. They discuss Anthony Stolarz's play, defensive struggles and Craig Berube's impact. Then, they ask what's wrong with Auston Matthews and whether the Leafs are at serious risk of missing the playoffs. Later, they react to John Tavares's critical postgame comments calling the team 'immature.' 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.

James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, joins JD to dive into the pool of problems with the Maple Leafs (00:00). JD and James try to discern what the team's identity is, what the eye test and analytics is telling them about Toronto's poor defense, who deserves a slice of the blame pie and why, what the reason(s) for optimism are, and the strong play from John Tavares, William Nylander, Matthew Knies and Nick Robertson. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (33:00) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

After another clunky performance, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves facing more questions than answers. Zack Phillips breaks down every angle of the Leafs' loss to the Carolina Hurricanes — from the continued sloppy play and lack of focus to the inconsistency from the top line of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Matthew Knies. He dives into Dennis Hildeby's night in goal, Nic Robertson's growing confidence beside John Tavares and Bobby McMann, and how the injury to Scott Laughton forced Craig Berube to juggle his lines. Zack also calls out the team's lack of urgency, poor puck management, and ongoing power-play issues while defending why this roster isn't broken — just unfocused. Plus, he shares his Bet365 Best Bet and updates his season ROI as the Leafs try to rediscover their identity.Tune in live after every Maple Leafs game for instant reaction, fan calls, and full post-game coverage on Leafs Nation After Dark!SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins square off in a Remembrance Day showdown at Scotiabank Arena — and Zack Phillips is live immediately after the final horn on Leafs Nation After Dark! Win or lose, Zack breaks down every major storyline from Game 15, including how the Matthews-Nylander-Knies line performed against one of the NHL's toughest defensive teams, whether John Tavares and Nic Robertson kept the secondary scoring rolling, and how Toronto's blue line managed without Chris Tanev. He'll dive into Craig Berube's in-game adjustments, the impact of Scott Laughton's return, and whether the Leafs' heavier identity continued to show up against the league-leading Bruins. From goaltending analysis to power-play concerns and player grades, it's your home for instant reaction, hot takes, and fan calls.Tune in live, drop your thoughts in the chat, and subscribe for full post-game coverage all season long on Leafs Nation After Dark!#LeafsForever #LeafsNation #TLNAfterDark #TorontoMapleLeafs #AustonMatthews #WilliamNylander #MatthewKnies #JohnTavares #NHL #Hockey #ZackPhillips #LeafsGameDay #LeafsVsBruins #MapleLeafs #BruinsSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Carolina Hurricanes on the second night of a back-to-back, and Zack Phillips breaks it all down in tonight's Leafs Nation 401 pregame show presented by bet365. After a sloppy loss to the Boston Bruins that saw Anthony Stolarz pulled and defensive lapses pile up, Toronto looks for a response against one of the NHL's most structured, well-coached teams. Zack dives into every major storyline — from Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Matthew Knies needing to rebound at even strength, to Nic Robertson's growing role beside John Tavares and Bobby McMann. He breaks down Scott Laughton's injury update, the defensive struggles of Simon Benoit and Philippe Myers, the team's ongoing power-play issues, and why focus — not talent — remains the Maple Leafs' biggest obstacle right now. Plus, Zack unveils his Bet365 Best Bet and how Bobby McMann's top-six opportunity could turn into sneaky value.#LeafsForever #LeafsNation #TLNAfterDark #TorontoMapleLeafs #AustonMatthews #WilliamNylander #MatthewKnies #JohnTavares #NicRobertson #BobbyMcMann #ZackPhillips #LeafsGameDay #LeafsVsHurricanes #NHL #Hockey #Bet365SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The calendar turns from October to November, and magically, the Toronto Maple Leafs are a good hockey team once again. Join the guys in this, the 2nd episode of our sixth season, as they talk about everything going on with the Toronto Maple Leafs.[3:30] Week in Review (games against the Calgary Flames, Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Utah Mammoth)[6:50] Leafs News and Discussions (The November Leafs are back. William Nylander returns and immediately finds success on the top line with Matthew Knies and Auston Matthews. Easton Cowan sent down to the AHL's Toronto Marlies. Scott Laughton activated off the Injured Reserve. John Tavares and Morgan Rielly's accomplishments. The team's power play struggles. Chris Tanev's injury)[47:00] The Week Ahead (games against the Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, and Los Angeles Kings)

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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs roll to a 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss Scott Laughton's impactful return to the lineup, a new appreciation for John Tavares, Auston Matthews driving the play, and Matias Maccelli's two-point night against his former team.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.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 5-3 win over Utah — their third straight victory. Matias Maccelli made a statement in his first game against his former team, picking up a goal and an assist, while John Tavares was honoured pregame for reaching the 500-goal milestone and added a goal and an assist of his own. Plus, the boys dissect Easton Cowan's demotion to the AHL & the next steps for Joseph Woll as he inches closer to a potential return.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Get your Wednesday started with another episode of 3IP!  On the latest episode, the fellas got into the Blue Jays run to the World Series, John Tavares hitting 500 career goals, PWHL expansion and more!  Content warning:  On this week's episode, we also got into the story of a Stony Creek, Ontario hockey team being put on probation, a story reported on by TSN's Rick Westhead. The story deals with mature subject matter, and our discussion goes from the 34:51 mark to 46:24. We understand if you want to skip past this part of the podcast.    Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @toronto3rd   

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the hour sharing their reactions to Chris Tanev's on-ice collision, how the Leafs could change the way they play after the incident, Easton Cowan finding the net for his first NHL goal, Nick Robertson's increased production, if Sammy Blais has convinced Craig Berube to become a mainstay, and David Kämpf's future in Toronto. Then, former NHLer and Monday Night Hockey analyst Jody Shelley (30:45) stops by to chat about the Pittsburgh Penguins' potential to sneak into the playoffs, Evgeni Malkin's biggest adjustment to his game, how Auston Matthews can learn from Sidney Crosby's experience in playing alongside different linemates throughout his career, and John Tavares' presence in the Leafs' locker room. 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.

Game 13 brings the focus back to Toronto as the Maple Leafs host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday Night Hockey! Zack Phillips breaks down every key storyline ahead of puck drop — from William Nylander's return to the lineup and Easton Cowan's spark alongside John Tavares, to Nick Robertson's push to prove he belongs in the top six. He digs into Craig Berube's lineup decisions, including Matthew Knies staying with Auston Matthews on the top line, and what those combinations mean for Toronto's offensive depth and identity. Zack also touches on the blue line adjustments with Chris Tanev out and Philippe Myers stepping in, plus Anthony Stolarz getting the start opposite Tristan Jarry as the Leafs look to steady their season against Sidney Crosby and the Penguins.Then it's the Bet365 Best Bet, where Zack lays out his biggest wager of the year — going all-in on William Nylander's shot total and explaining why the returning winger could be firing on all cylinders. Tune in, drop your predictions in the comments, and make sure to subscribe for full postgame coverage tonight on TLN After Dark and Leafs Nation 401!#LeafsForever #LetsGoPens #NHL #Hockey #LeafsNation401 #TLNAfterDark #TorontoMapleLeafs #PittsburghPenguins #AustonMatthews #WilliamNylander #JohnTavares #SidneyCrosby #EvgeniMalkin #Bet365 #NHLHighlightsSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

The legendary play by play voice of the Maple Leafs joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill. He weighed in on Toronto's rocky October & where the team goes from here. Additionally, Bowen dished on the new additions & what the team needs to do get things back on track. Also, Bowen apologized - which he didn't need to - for his call of John Tavares' 500th career goal. Lastly, he previewed November 14th, the night Joe will be getting roasted as part of a celebrity roast in Markham MC'ed by Jesse Ralph, the son of Joe's long-time broadcast partner Jim.

The Leafs were doubled up by Columbus in a rough night all around—Cayden Primeau struggled and the team looked disjointed. The fellas discuss the ongoing conversation surrounding Easton Cowan’s development amid Toronto’s perennially high expectations. John Tavares quietly hit 500 goals amid the loss, a milestone Ray says is best celebrated later. Elsewhere, Brad Marchand took a leave from the Panthers to support a grieving family friend—an act of compassion reminding everyone what truly matters. Meanwhile, Ottawa, Utah, New Jersey, and Pittsburgh—all praised on the last pod—promptly lost in Tuesday’s Frozen Frenzy, with chaos in Pittsburgh including disallowed goals and Crosby’s mysterious misconduct. In Vancouver, hard skating drills raised eyebrows as Adam Foote tried to jumpstart a depleted lineup as he saw fit considering the team's limited practice time. Plus, extensions for Thomas Harley and Logan Cooley, both 8 years north of $10M per, signal the new going rate for emerging stars in a rising-cap era. Then in Ask Ray and Dregs Anything... rapid fire featuring talking hockey on days off, impressive & underperforming teams, dog-doo conundrums and Hallowe'een hypotheticals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee dive into why they think there's a work ethic problem amongst the Maple Leafs this year after their 6-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, Auston Matthews not being a threat on offence, and John Tavares scoring his 500th goal. Then, Gord Stellick stops by (30:12) to chat about not seeing a sense of urgency from the Leafs' roster, why Easton Cowan can use a change in scenery for his development, and how Craig Berube can shift the team's mindset. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

John Tavares scored his 500th career NHL goal, but the Toronto Maple Leafs fell 6-3 to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sam McKee and Brent Gunning break down the game and discuss Craig Berube's impact behind the bench, William Nylander's absence, Auston Matthews' non-threatening play, and a night to forget for Cayden Primeau.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 Thursday's show by breaking down the Blue Jays victory in Game 5 to move one win away from a World Series title. They look back on Trey Yesavage's dominant seven-inning outing and his impact on the Blue Jays' postseason run, before examining how the team managed to get to Blake Snell despite missing George Springer. The boys also highlight Davis Schneider's instant payoff in the leadoff role and John Schneider's decision to start Addison Barger against a lefty as signs of managerial growth. After the break, Ben and Brent take some time to discuss the Maple Leafs' loss to the Blue Jackets, John Tavares' 500th goal, and the concerns arising from the team's performance.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 Jays score all the runs they need in their first at bats, Trey Yesavage makes history, and the saddest 500th career goal for John Tavares

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's ugly 6-3 loss in Columbus — a night that saw John Tavares notch his 500th career goal. They dive into what went wrong, why October always seems to be a rollercoaster for the Leafs, and what needs to change as the season rolls on. Additionally, Prime Monday Night Hockey's Andi Petrillo drops by to dish on her new book & Toronto rocky start to the 2025-26 campaign.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Maple Leafs team host joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to recap Toronto's 4-3 win over Calgary & look ahead to the Columbus game, too. Additionally, he dished on Matthew Knies, John Tavares, Max Domi, & the level of urgency behind the scenes over the rollercoaster first month. Leslie also some shed some light on Joseph Woll's return and Scott Laughton's, too.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview Toronto's home date with the Calgary Flames. John Tavares is sitting on 499 career goals — can he hit the 500 mark on home ice? Plus, it's another return for Nazem Kadri, whose name is once again surfacing in trade rumours. Also, Matt Stajan, who played for both the Leafs & Flames, drops by the show.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The former Leaf & Flame joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to weigh in John Tavares' pursuit of 500 goals & what it was like to be on team when Mats Sundin hit the milestone. Additionally, he dished on Auston Matthews, Calgary's ugly start, and the importance of having a strong October.

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.

Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek!We kick things off with the red-hot Utah Mammoth and their 7-game win streak. With a young core firing on all cylinders and Schmaltz excelling on his new contract, how high can this team go?Next, we dive into the St. Louis Blues' struggles, from scoring woes to goalie confidence issues. Can Joel Hofer bounce back, and how much do they miss Zach Bolduc?The energy picks up with the New Jersey Devils' 8-game winning streak, where Jake Allen and Jacob Markstrom are shining.We discuss some classic hockey jersey debates—Avalanche in Nordiques jerseys, Hurricanes in Whalers jerseys—and reflect on retired numbers.Then we celebrate major player milestones: Nikita Kucherov hits 1,000 points, and John Tavares nears 500 goals. Could Tavares be on a Hall of Fame trajectory?Producer Pat joins for a Buy or Sell segment: Can the Minnesota Wild hold their playoff spot? Will Jack Hughes hit 100 points for the first time? Are the Penguins sellers at the trade deadline?We close with the Calgary Flames' scoring struggles and whether their season might already be in jeopardy.Want to hear more from Jason and the entire DFO team? Subscribe to our YouTubeYou can get involved with all the NHL futures action over on bet365 by using the promo code NATION at bet365.comConnect with us on ⬇️TwitterInstagramWebsiteDaily Faceoff Merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters on the Leafs flying under the radar, Joseph Woll's status, and John Tavares being one goal away from 500.

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.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's weekend split with the Buffalo Sabres. The boys discuss John Tavares closing in on 500 career goals, Joseph Woll's return, & the team's ongoing injury concerns. Plus, Daily Faceoff's Matthew Barnaby drops by to dissect the Leafs' 4-4-1 start.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the hour reacting to the news of goaltender Joseph Woll rejoining the team to resume team activities as part of his return-to-play, before going into the debut of Craig Berube's new top line pairings and expectations against the Buffalo Sabres, Matthews Knies playing alongside John Tavares, and Easton Cowan slotting in for the healthy-scratched Nick Robertson. Then, NHL on Sportsnet's colour analyst Craig Simpson (31:50) weighs in on the effect of Woll's absence from the team, shuffling their two top lines, Robertson's future with the Leafs, and the reunion between William Nylander and Auston Matthews. 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 weigh in on Craig Berube's changes promoting Bobby McMann and William Nylander to the top line with Auston Matthews, while Matthew Knies and Matias Maccelli move down with John Tavares. Then, they debate what Auston Matthews' leadership role is and what it should be. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam head to The Leafs Line, hearing your calls and questions on the Maple Leafs' start to their 2025-26 season. 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.

His voice has boomed across the airwaves of Canada for almost four-and-a-half decades. After the 2025-26 season, Joe Bowen will retire from behind the Maple Leafs microphone but not before hoping to make the one call Leafs fans have waited for since 1967.Bowen joins Neil and Vic for an enlightening conversation covering his career, his famous moniker and his memories from a Hall-of-Fame career.IN THIS EPISODE:[02:15] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To pays a lot of attention to Brad Marchand's return Boston for the first time since the March trade as well as the first meeting of the last two number one overall draft picks.[09:53] - Joe Bowen joins the show and, with the Blue Jays having made the 2025 World Series, Neil poses the question whether the Maple Leafs have any more pressure having gone with a Stanley Cup since 1967. [12:00] - Calling Leaf games for the first time in 10 years without Mitch Marner.[14:24] - The difference of how Marner and John Tavares - both hometown players - dealt with the pressure of playing in Toronto.[18:20] - The latest drama in TO - this one centered around goaltender Anthony Stolarz. [19:52] - Going back to the beginning of Bowen's career as a broadcaster leading up to him getting the pxp gig for the Leafs in 1982. [22:04] - The origin and legend of Holy Mackinaw! [24:20] - Bowen's first game doing Leafs pxp, Oct. 6, 1982 in Chicago Stadium.[26:13] - Working in the two cathedrals of hockey in Toronto: Maple Leaf Gardens and Scotiabank Arena. [29:18] - Neil and Joe share some laughs about the French's Cup - a two-game exhibition series played between the Rangers and Leafs in September 1993. [30:18] - The favorite team Joe has covered during his career.[33:10] - Neil follows up on a point on the importance of supportive ownership of a franchise. [35:25] - The upcoming honor on Dec. 16 against the same club Bowen first called his first Leafs game against, the Chicago Blackhawks. [38:16] - Bowen will call his 3800th game in January. Does a particular call stand out...or has that script yet to be written? [40:29] - With a 44-year career winding down, Joe shares what his contributions to hockey and Canadian/Maple Leafs culture has meant to him.[42:59] - The difference between calling radio vs. TV.[48:12] - Speaking with Joe Bowen brought Neil back to being a young boy growing up in Toronto.[50:02] - Injury updates and other notes from around the NHL. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #ShortShifts #NYCentric #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #NeilSmith #VicMorren #NHL #SummerCoolers #AnaheimDucks # #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets #BradMarchand #EetuLuostarinen #CarterVerhaeghe #JeremySwayman #AndrewPeeke #MatthewSchaefer #MacklinCelebrini #MarekZidlicky #LaneHutson #WillSmith #DylanGuenther #MartinNecas #JoeBowen #HolyMackinaw! #JohnTavares #JoePrimeau #BusherJackson #DaveKeon #GeorgeArmstrong #DarrylSittler #VladimirGuererroJr #AustonMatthews #MarcMessier #DavidOrtiz #MikeWalton #MitchMarner #WilliamNylander #ScottLaughton #StevenLorentz #NotreDameFootball #GreenBayPackers #JerryJones #MicahParsons #AnthonyStolarz #JohnnyBower #JohnBrophy...

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the Maple Leafs' impressions through their decent start, William Nylander's apparent struggles and how John Tavares needs to contribute, Easton Cowan's performance on the first line, Lane Hutson's contract extension and the deal for the team, Brady Tkachuk's injury impact and more.

Ben and Brent start the second hour by taking the temperature of the city in the aftermath of the Blue Jays loss the Yankees. How comfortable is everyone with today's bullpen day? Later, Joe Bowen, radio voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs, joins the show on the eve of his final season in the booth. He shares his expectations for Auston Matthews this year, his thoughts on the lineup without Mitch Marner, and his view on John Tavares' decision to re-sign. The boys continue the conversation with some storylines they are watching out for, expectations for the forward group, potential fan favourites throughout the lineup, and what Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson's roles will be as the year progresses.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 Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson joins to discuss the headlines for Week 5 in the NFL, the Browns quarterback choices and Hayes and Bro's selections for the Thursday Night Football matchup. The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' roster for their preseason tilt against the Red Wings, John Tavares' goal projections, they hand out their best advice in Dear Hayesy-B and Hayes gives his Best Bets.

Nathan from Apples and Ginos is here to report on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Jesse and Victor interview Nate about returning pros Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Mattias Maccelli, Bobby McMann, Max Domi, Morgan Reilly, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Anthony Stolarz, and Joseph Woll. In Cat's Instincts, Cat Silverman of InGoal mag breaks down Artur Akhtyamov and Dennis Hildeby.  In the Dynasty Dig, Victor breaks down Easton Cowan, Noah Chadwick, and William Villeneuve with the help of scouting reports from FHL Scout Chris and X polls from NHL Rank King Mason Black. Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email fantasyhockeylife@gmail.com and ask to join our free discord. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fantasyhockeylife for rankings, bonus podcasts, in-depth prospect reports with video, show notes and more. Check out our YouTube for more prospect videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPYVXp3foOcvh7344fjKmA. Listen and subscribe wherever podcasts are posted - and give us 5 stars! We want to be your best place to talk about the game of dynasty fantasy hockey