Podcast appearances and mentions of John Tavares

Hockey Canada General Manager Brad Treliving joined OverDrive to discuss Canada's roster at the IIHF World Championship, the perspective of the team, Macklin Celebrini becoming the captain, John Tavares and Morgan Rielly's performance, the departure as general manager of the Maple Leafs, the team's downfall throughout the season, the turnover of general managers and head coaches, the perspective of Craig Berube, building a group and more.

DJ Smith joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation. Firstly, he discussed his experience so far in Switzerland serving as an assistant coach for Team Canada at the World Championship. Along those lines, Smith talked about reconnecting with both Morgan Rielly and John Tavares, who are representing Canada at the tournament.Additionally, Smith reflected on how he's evolved as a coach over the past few years. He also weighed in on the Maple Leafs' head coaching vacancy, admitting the opportunity to coach in Toronto would definitely interest him, while remaining very complimentary of the Los Angeles Kings organization, where he finished this past season as interim head coach.Furthermore, Smith discussed the pressure that comes with the Toronto market, what it's like to work and play in the city, and how his familiarity with the organization could be an asset if he lands an interview for the open position.

Game 82 of the season has arrived — and somehow it actually matters for the Toronto Maple Leafs. On this episode of Leafs Nation 401, host Zack Phillips breaks down the bizarre scenario facing Toronto heading into their final game of the 2025-26 NHL season against the Ottawa Senators. Instead of fighting for playoff positioning, the Leafs are battling to secure the best possible odds in the NHL Draft Lottery, where a regulation loss could lock Toronto into a top-five draft position and improve their chances at landing a franchise-changing prospect.Zack dives into the current standings race with teams like the Seattle Kraken, explains the lottery math behind finishing fifth in the NHL draft order, and why picking up even a single point could complicate the situation. He also takes a look at the projected Leafs lineup featuring players like William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Max Domi, and Nick Robertson, while highlighting young prospects getting late-season opportunities.Plus, the show breaks down the defensive pairings led by Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe, the expected goaltending matchup between Dennis Hildeby and James Reimer, and the Bet365 best bets for Leafs vs Senators including goal-scorer picks and puck-line predictions.It's a strange end to a chaotic Leafs season — but Game 82 still carries major implications for the franchise's future.Subscribe to Leafs Nation 401 for Leafs previews, postgame reactions, live call-in shows, and analysis all season long.Presented by bet365 — whatever the moment, it's never ordinary. Must be 19+; play responsibly.#LeafsNation #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #Leafs #NHL #NHLHockey #LeafsNation401 #OttawaSenators #NHLDraftLottery #WilliamNylanderChapters:0:00 Game 82 Actually Matters0:28 Why the Leafs Need a Regulation Loss1:05 Draft Lottery Odds & Top-5 Pick Scenario1:45 Seattle Kraken Standings Situation2:20 Why Winning Could Hurt Toronto2:50 Bet365 Sponsor Read3:35 Final Show Announcement & Mega Postgame Panel4:10 Projected Leafs Lineup Breakdown4:45 Easton Cowan – Tavares – Nylander Line5:05 Matthew Knies – Max Domi – Nick Robertson5:40 Young Players Getting Opportunities6:05 Why Domi Might Fit Better at Center6:40 Defensive Pairings Breakdown7:10 Morgan Rielly & Jake McCabe Leading the Blue Line7:30 Villeneuve & Young Defensemen Analysis7:55 Power Play Units Discussion8:00 Goaltending Matchup: Dennis Hildeby vs James Reimer8:15 Bet365 Best Bets Segment9:05 Senators Puck Line Pick9:30 William Nylander Anytime Goal9:55 Ridly Greig Anytime Goal10:15 Easton Cowan Anytime Goal10:35 Jacob Quillan Longshot Goal Pick11:15 Recap of Best Bets11:35 Final Thoughts Before Game 8212:00 After Dark Postgame Show Preview12:30 Thank You To Viewers & Season Wrap

The Toronto Maple Leafs and New York Islanders wrap up Game 79 of the NHL season and Zack Phillips is live immediately after the final buzzer for Leafs Nation After Dark to break down everything that happened in tonight's matchup. From the biggest moments in the game to the key turning points, Zack dives into the Leafs lineup decisions, the performance of the young players getting opportunities down the stretch, and what stood out most from the Islanders side.The show will also take a closer look at the goaltending matchup featuring Artur Akhtyamov in his first NHL start and Ilya Sorokin for the Islanders, plus discuss the impact of Luke Haymes making his NHL debut, how players like Easton Cowan, John Tavares, William Nylander, Max Domi, Matthew Knies, Matias Maccelli, and Nicholas Robertson performed, and whether the Leafs showed any signs of momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.Join the live chat as fans react to the game, drop their thoughts on the Leafs' performance, and discuss what it all means moving forward.Presented by bet365 — whatever the moment, it's never ordinary. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Subscribe to Leafs Nation 401 for Leafs game previews, postgame breakdowns, best bets, and live Leafs Nation After Dark shows all season long.#LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsNation #LeafsNationAfterDark #NewYorkIslanders #Islanders #NHL #LeafsGame

Tonight on Leafs Nation After Dark, we break down everything that happened between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Washington Capitals as Game 78 wraps up. From the biggest moments and turning points in the game to standout performances from players like William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, and Easton Cowan, we react to how the Leafs looked as the season continues to wind down.We'll also discuss the performance of Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals, the key plays that defined the night, and what this result means for the Leafs heading into the final games of the season. With the lineup decisions continuing to be a talking point, we'll also revisit the conversation around young players and whether Toronto should be giving more opportunities to prospects as the year wraps up.Join us live as we break down the game, take your questions and reactions from the chat, and look ahead to what's next for the Leafs.Subscribe for postgame reactions, Leafs analysis, game previews, and betting insights all season long right here on Leafs Nation 401.#LeafsNation #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsForever #Leafs #NHL #WashingtonCapitals #AlexOvechkin #WilliamNylander #JohnTavares #EastonCowan #MatthewKnies #MaxDomi #MorganRielly #Hockey #NHLBetting

Game 78 brings an intriguing matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Washington Capitals, but the biggest storyline might be the possibility that this could be Alex Ovechkin's final game in Toronto. In today's preview, we take a moment to appreciate the greatness of “The Great Eight” and what he's meant to the NHL while breaking down the Leafs' lineup heading into tonight's game. With players like William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Max Domi, and Easton Cowan in the mix, we look at how Toronto is approaching the final stretch of the season and whether the organization should be giving more opportunities to younger players from the Toronto Marlies. We also run through the defensive pairings featuring Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe, Brandon Carlo, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Simon Benoit, check in on the expected goaltending matchup with Logan Thompson for Washington, and close things out with our bet365 Best Bets for the game including picks involving William Nylander and Alex Ovechkin.Presented by bet365 — whatever the moment, it's never ordinary. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Subscribe for Leafs previews, postgame breakdowns, betting insights, and daily NHL analysis all season long.#LeafsNation #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsForever #Leafs #NHL #WashingtonCapitals #AlexOvechkin #WilliamNylander #JohnTavares #EastonCowan #MatthewKnies #MaxDomi #MorganRielly #Hockey #NHLBettingChapters:0:00 Ovechkin storyline — could this be his final game in Toronto?1:29 Sponsor message — bet365 early payout2:05 Leafs projected forward lines3:18 Frustration about Marlies prospects not getting opportunities4:13 Leafs lottery position and end-of-season strategy5:09 Why Toronto should be experimenting with young players7:03 Why players like Phil Myers and Calle Järnkrok keep playing8:45 Defensive pairings breakdown9:59 Easton Cowan example and development argument11:14 Goaltending matchup (Logan Thompson expected)11:38 Best Bets segment intro12:14 Game odds, puck line, and totals discussion13:21 Best Bet #1 — William Nylander anytime goal13:50 Best Bet #2 — Alex Ovechkin shots on goal prop14:46 Best Bet #3 — Alex Ovechkin anytime goal15:27 Final thoughts and game predictions15:50 Channel programming and livestream schedule16:25 End of video

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' high-scoring overtime loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. They discuss Scott Laughton's revenge game, his back-and-forth with Matthew Knies, and whether he'd return to the Leafs in the offseason. Then, they weigh in on the urgency in the Leafs' GM search after the Islanders jumped the line for Pete DeBoer, and the fit of rumoured candidates, including Sunny Mehta and Chris Pronger. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox joins the show (31:20) to share his thoughts on Craig Berube's anti-tanking philosophy in the final stretch, why the Leafs should go after Laughton in the offseason, John Tavares' elevated play with Auston Matthews out of the lineup, and team goals with five games remaining. 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 pushed late, but fell 7-6 to the Los Angeles Kings in overtime. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' recent form hurting their draft stock, Matthew Knies building confidence for next season, Easton Cowan's physical impact, Max Domi's fight, and John Tavares hitting the 30-goal mark for the eighth time in his career. Later, they share their thoughts on the latest developments in the Leafs' GM search. 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 wrap up their Western road trip with a matchup against the Los Angeles Kings, and we're going LIVE immediately after the final buzzer to break it all down.Join us for the Leafs Nation postgame show as we react to everything that happened in tonight's game — from the biggest plays and turning points to standout performances and the moments that decided the result. We'll take a closer look at how the Maple Leafs lineup performed, including the continued development of Easton Cowan alongside John Tavares and William Nylander, the impact from players like Max Domi and Nick Robertson, and how the defensive group led by Morgan Rielly handled the Kings attack.We'll also break down the goaltending performance from Joseph Woll, key special teams moments, and what tonight's game means for the Maple Leafs as the season winds down following the firing of GM Brad Treliving.Plus, we'll review the best bets from tonight's preview — including our picks involving Easton Cowan and Scott Laughton — and see how they played out once the puck dropped.Join the conversation in the chat and share your thoughts on the game as we react LIVE.Subscribe to the channel for Maple Leafs previews, postgame shows, breaking news, trade rumors, and analysis all season long.#MapleLeafs #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsNation #LeafsNation401 #Leafs #NHL #Hockey #LeafsPostgame #NHLHockey #LeafsGame

The Toronto Maple Leafs close out their Western road trip with a matchup against the Los Angeles Kings, and there are plenty of storylines heading into this one. With the fallout from the firing of former GM Brad Treliving still fresh and the team navigating the final stretch of the season, all eyes are now on the next wave of Leafs players and what the organization's future could look like.In this preview, we break down the projected Toronto lineup, including the continued rise of Easton Cowan alongside John Tavares and William Nylander on the top line. We also look at how players like Matthew Knies, Max Domi, and Nick Robertson fit into the mix as the Leafs continue evaluating their roster down the stretch.On the blue line, questions remain about the defensive pairings featuring Morgan Rielly and Phil Myers, while Joseph Woll is expected to get the start in goal against Anton Forsberg and the Los Angeles Kings.Plus, we dive into the betting angles for the game with our best bets of the night, including a Scott Laughton revenge game storyline and another anytime goal pick for Easton Cowan.From lineup breakdowns to betting insight, we've got everything you need before puck drop.Subscribe for Maple Leafs coverage, game previews, betting picks, and postgame analysis all season long.Chapters:0:00 Game 77 Preview – Leafs vs Kings0:45 Fallout From GM Brad Treliving's Firing1:18 Leafs Draft Lottery Position & Tank Watch2:17 Game Preview Format & Sponsor Message2:44 Leafs Projected Forward Lines3:10 Easton Cowan's Development & Impact3:40 Evaluating the Leafs' Next Generation4:00 Bo Grou Opportunity & Line Roles4:40 Defensive Pairings Breakdown5:06 Morgan Rielly & Phil Myers Concerns6:03 Defensive Pairing Analysis Continues6:23 Leafs Power Play Units6:47 Goaltending Matchup – Joseph Woll vs Anton Forsberg7:09 Best Bets Segment Intro7:50 Season Betting Record Update8:13 Moneyline, Total & Puck Line Odds8:35 Best Bet #1 – Kings Puck Line9:00 Best Bet #2 – Easton Cowan Anytime Goal9:15 Best Bet #3 – Scott Laughton Revenge Game9:42 Final Picks Recap10:00 Channel Promo & Subscribe Message#MapleLeafs #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsNation #LeafsNation401 #Leafs #NHL #Hockey #NHLBetting #HockeyTalk #EastonCowan #JohnTavares #WilliamNylander

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrapped up Game 76 of the season with a matchup against the San Jose Sharks, and now it's time to break it all down.On tonight's episode of LeafsNation After Dark, we react to everything that happened between the Leafs and Sharks, from the key moments and turning points to standout performances and lineup decisions. We discuss how players like William Nylander, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Easton Cowan, Max Domi, and Nick Robertson performed as Toronto continues navigating the final stretch of the season.We also look at the defensive group led by Morgan Rielly, the goaltending performance from Anthony Stolarz, and what this game means for the Leafs as the season winds down with major questions still surrounding the future direction of the organization following the firing of GM Brad Treliving.Plus, we revisit tonight's best bets, take your calls, read the live chat, and hear what Leafs fans had to say about the game.From big plays to big questions about what's next for the Maple Leafs, we cover it all on LeafsNation After Dark.Subscribe to the channel for Maple Leafs game previews, postgame reactions, live fan calls, and full coverage throughout the NHL season.#LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsNation #NHL #SanJoseSharks #EastonCowan #WilliamNylander #JohnTavares #Hockey #nhlhockeygame

The Toronto Maple Leafs head into Game 76 against the San Jose Sharks with two teams trending in completely different directions late in the NHL season. Toronto is navigating major organizational uncertainty following the firing of GM Brad Treliving, with MLSE president Keith Pelley outlining a potential new direction for the franchise while insisting the team will not tank despite looming NHL Draft Lottery implications.Meanwhile, the Sharks continue pushing for a playoff spot in the Western Conference, sitting just outside the postseason picture and looking to build momentum after a crucial win over the Anaheim Ducks.In this preview, we break down the projected Maple Leafs lineup featuring Easton Cowan, John Tavares, and William Nylander on the top line, evaluate Cowan's continued development against top competition, and discuss what the Leafs could learn about their young players down the stretch. We also examine the roles of Matthew Knies, Max Domi, Nick Robertson, and Dakota Joshua, plus the defensive pairings led by Morgan Rielly.Finally, we dive into tonight's goaltending matchup and the best bets of the night, including a play on Easton Cowan anytime goal scorer as he continues seeing increased minutes on the top line and power play.Will the Leafs push for wins down the stretch, or could draft positioning quietly influence the rest of the season? And can the Sharks capitalize on their playoff push against a Toronto team searching for direction?Subscribe for daily Maple Leafs coverage, previews, postgame reactions, and live LeafsNation After Dark shows after every game.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:40 Leafs Organization Uncertainty After GM Firing1:20 Draft Lottery Stakes for Toronto2:30 Sharks Playoff Push4:20 Maple Leafs Projected Lineup5:10 Nylander's Impact vs Anaheim6:30 Easton Cowan Development9:20 Second Line & Bo Groulx Role11:00 Robertson & Bottom Six Discussion12:30 Defense Pairings & Power Play Units13:50 Goaltending Matchup: Stolarz vs Nedeljkovic14:30 Best Bets Segment16:00 Sharks Spread Pick17:20 Easton Cowan Anytime Goal Pick18:40 Final Thoughts#LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsNation #NHL #SanJoseSharks #EastonCowan #WilliamNylander #JohnTavares #Hockey #NHLHockey

Only an overtime goal by John Tavares prevented a perfect Monday for Neil who turned in a 4-0-1 mark to bump the seasonal to 504-280-114.The schedule doubles up on Tuesday with 10 games on tap, nine with playoff implication.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 #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #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

The Toronto Maple Leafs win their second straight, taking down the New York Rangers 4-3 at home. JD Bunkis and Frank 'Hockey Illuminati' Crupi break down the game and discuss the Leafs' fading chase for a bottom-five finish, the vibes in the arena and the pathways to being competitive next season. Then, they get into Joseph Woll's effort, whether the Leafs should trade a goalie in the offseason, John Tavares' value, and which player — between Max Domi, Mattias Maccelli and Nick Robertson — the team should bring back in 2026-27. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the Bruins in Boston. They discuss the implications in the reverse standings, the Leafs' response to Nikita Zadorov's hit on John Tavares, and Matthew Knies' power move. Then, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (10:47) weighs in on how the team should approach the final 10 games of the season, the lasting impact of the Gudas/Matthews incident, the offseason plans for Anthony Stolarz, Joseph Woll and Craig Berube, and much more. Later, they chat more on Easton Cowan challenging Zadorov before opening up McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs take down the Bruins 4-2 in Boston. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and special guest host Jonny Gallant, bass player for Billy Talent, break down the game and discuss how the win impacts the Leafs' tank, Matthew Knies showing off his power, Easton Cowan jumping in against Nikita Zadorov after a dirty hit on John Tavares, Anthony Stolarz's strong play after his injury scare, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Wednesday by recapping the Maple Leafs' win over the Bruins. They discuss Easton Cowan stepping up for John Tavares, his potential as a culture setter, and what the performance means for the team's future. They also examine Craig Berube's impact, revisit the Fraser Minten for Brandon Carlo trade, and debate whether goaltending should be the Leafs' top priority next season. After the break, they shift to Tiger Woods' return to the TGL and discuss his chances at the Masters. The boys also preview the Raptors' matchup against the Clippers, before wrapping up with a discussion on the NBA's 65-game rule for awards, load management, and whether the league can truly address tanking. 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 impressive 4-2 win in Boston, highlighted by the team's immediate and appropriate response to Nikita Zadorov's hit from behind on John Tavares. Looking ahead, the boys preview the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs return home to host the New York Rangers. Plus, Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star stops by to weigh in on what's been a lost season for Toronto, what's gone wrong, and where things could be headed next.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star to break down the Maple Leafs' surprising 4-2 win in Boston. While the result may not help Toronto's draft positioning, the guys discuss the team's strong effort and growing commitment to sticking up for one another—and how that's resonating.Feschuk weighs in on Easton Cowan's immediate response to Nikita Zadorov's questionable hit on John Tavares, plus offers his early assessment of Cowan's rookie campaign. From there, the conversation shifts to the big picture: a pivotal offseason ahead, uncertainty surrounding who will be calling the shots, Brad Treliving's future, and the possibility of a blockbuster trade.They also dive into Matthew Knies' outlook (and why Feschuk believes he'll be back), whether there's any scenario where Craig Berube sticks around, and what Feschuk's top priority would be if he were running the Leafs this summer.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 5-2 to the Ottawa Senators in the penultimate Battle of Ontario of the 2025-26 season. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the state of the rivalry, Easton Cowan and John Tavares building chemistry, the decision to leave Michael Pezzetta out of the lineup, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's effort level, and William Nylander stinging Anthony Stolarz in warm-ups. 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 grab another point as they fall 4-3 to the Carolina Hurricanes at home. Sam McKee and Justin Cuthbert break down the game and discuss William Nylander's late equaliser hurting the tank, Craig Berube's coaching decisions, Bo Groulx's 2026-27 season outlook and John Tavares ending his even-strength scoring slump. Later, they discuss Joseph Woll's increased workload and whether the Leafs are testing him for an increased role next season or showcasing him for a trade in the offseason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour by previewing the return of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey! They reflect on the team's momentum before the break and assess their playoff outlook, takeaways from recent line rushes, expectations for rested goaltending, and what to anticipate from key players like John Tavares, Mathew Knies, William Nylander, and Auston Matthews. Later, they're joined by former San Jose Sharks defenceman and NHL Network analyst, Jason Demers (25:01), to examine the challenges of returning to NHL play after the Olympics. He takes a moment to look back on Team USA's gold medal win, and explore how the tournament may shape perceptions of Matthews' leadership and mentality. They also touch on the spotlight moment for Macklin Celebrini and what it signals for his future. 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' home win streak ends at seven games as they fall 6-3 to the Minnesota Wild. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the difference between a playoff defence corps and a contending defence corps, Leafs like John Tavares and Matthew Knies limping to the Olympic break, Jake McCabe's recent step back, Joseph Woll's shaky 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 6-5 in overtime to Mitch Marner and the Vegas Golden Knights. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss Marner's play in front of a hostile home crowd, Auston Matthews' up-and-down game and the Leafs' multiple blown leads, including a last-second equaliser. Then, they get into John Tavares and Morgan Rielly starting to run out of gas on the road trip, and Easton Cowan's costly penalty. Finally, they reflect on Marner's Leafs departure and project how he will be received in next week's rematch in Toronto.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 6-1 loss to the Utah Mammoth. They discuss the idea of a 'scheduled loss,' John Tavares' production slowing down, and Dennis Hildeby's off night. Then, they chat about whether the Leafs should use one of Hildeby or Anthony Stolarz as a trade chip, Dougie Hamilton's potential fit in Toronto, and Auston Matthews' resurgence. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam dip into the Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 6-1 to the Utah Mammoth, ending their point streak at 10 games. Sam McKee and Ailish Forfar break down the game and discuss the slow start off a back-to-back, a rough night for Dennis Hildeby, a step back for Morgan Rielly, Auston Matthews staying dangerous, and the case for Scott Laughton to take some shifts from John Tavares on the second 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 Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the Vancouver Canucks over the weekend to extend their point streak to nine games. They discuss the recent winning stretch before looking to the test ahead, which kicks off with another measuring stick match against Colorado on Monday. Then, they chat about Dougie Hamilton's availability and whether the Leafs should be sending offers for the Devils' distressed asset. Later, the guys weigh in on Matias Maccelli overtaking John Tavares' spot on the top power play unit and Anthony Stolarz's looming return before welcoming in former NHLer and Avs analyst John-Michael Liles (30:50) to help tee up Toronto's matchup against Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and the Avalanche. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Columbus Blue Jackets firing head coach Dean Evason and hiring Rick Bowness.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 dominate the Vancouver Canucks, winning 5-0 at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss William Nylander's three-point game in his return to the lineup, the third line staying in rhythm, Matias Maccelli swapping in for John Tavares on the top power play unit, Brandon Carlo's turnaround, Max Domi's scrap, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Washington Capitals. They discuss the Leafs' decision to start Dennis Hildeby, Easton Cowan's move up to the second line, Scott Laughton's usage and John Tavares' scoring slump. Then, they get into Matias Maccelli's extended stay in the press box and when he might get a chance back in the lineup. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam dip into the Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

He is one of the top analysts in hockey and is never shy about voicing his opinion. Neil and Vic welcome ESPN/Sportsnet's Ray Ferraro to the show to discuss the recent trades and other league news.We'll hit our usual Three Things You need to Pay Attention to at the top of the program with a nod to the latest to the 1000 point club and, after speaking with Ray, we'll hit on a couple of offbeat items - one having to do with a team record book and the other focusing on how you may begin to see the NHL differently as soon as next season.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:28] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To[10:12] - ESPN/Sportsnet analyst Ray Ferraro is welcomed to the show and opens with his love for what he does post-playing career, both as a TV analyst and podcaster.[15:45] - The rise and fall of the Vancouver Canucks - from two seasons ago where the team was a division leader to one now on an apparent re-build.[23:26] - The Vancouver media is one of the loudest around the NHL and its potential impact on, perhaps, advancing the urgency of the trade of captain Quinn Hughes.[26:25] - Looking at the deal from the Minnesota side. Are they truly going to be able to compete in April with the heavyweights not only in Western Conference but even in their own division.[30:18] - Neil backs up one of Ray's points about the timing and types of players a GM looks for at during certain times during the season.[33:37] - Ray weighs in on the Edmonton-Pittsburgh goalie swap.[36:52] - What the hell's going on in New York? Ray adds to the hosts earlier discussion on the Sabres first.[40:39] - Ray speaks on another team trying to find its way, the Rangers. Is there a true strategy there?[46:22] - Another team that periodically looks lost, the Toronto Maple Leafs. Ray offers a theory.[49:31] - In praising John Tavares, is his replacement as captain, Auston Matthews, really the leader that is going to move the needle in Toronto?[52:53] - Moving from a lot of negative critiquing, Ray notes his most positive stories during the first half of this season.[57:17] - Wrapping up the discussion with Ray Ferraro.[58:41] - Injury/Personnel report [1:05:00] - Winnipeg Jets owner Mark Chipman looking to have the records of Jets 1.0 and 2.0 consolidated.[1:07:49] - The NHL looking at more dark-on-dark uniform matchups in its future. [1:12:07] - "Holy Mackinaw Night" in Toronto.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 #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #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 #RayFerraro #ESPN #Sportsnet #LeonDraisaitl #WayneGretzky #MarkMessier #JariKurri #SidenyCrosby #MarioLemieux #TristanJarry #StuartSkinner #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #ConnorMcDavid #MacklinCelebrini #DustinWolf #JarmoKekalainen #ScottyBowman #KevynAdams #ScottyBowman #GerryMeehan #JohnMuckler #DracyRegier #JasonBotterill #JohnTortorella #RamusDahlin #TageThompson #AlexTuch #LindyRuff #CraigSimpson #TonyHrkac #DarrenDreger #Ray&DregsHockeyPodcast #RickTocchet #JTMiller #EliasPettersson...

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we bring on hockey development pioneer who works with some of the top names in the game, Darryl Belfry. Darryl's client list includes the likes of Sidney Crosby, Patrick Kane, Auston Matthews, John Tavares… among others of the NHL's elite. Darryl also just came out with a book, "Belfry Hockey: Strategies to Teach the World's Best Athletes." On this podcast we cover so many great topics, including: — Darryl's journey to working with the top players in the world — Can you teach offense? — Manipulating failure and success rates in your coaching — Linking transition hockey with hockey sense AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! JOIN HTTU TODAY! HTT MERCH Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.