Podcast appearances and mentions of Justin Bourne

On the season finale of Real Kyper and Bourne, Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHL executive, GM and head coach Doug MacLean for a final Off-the-Rails Friday (6:30). Mac weighs in on the Leafs bringing a horse into rookie development camp, the teams that have improved the most so far this offseason, Kirill Kaprizov's future in Minnesota, issues with the new CBA, Brock Boeser's bizarre deal to stay with the Canucks, and he grades the Leafs' offseason so far. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee head into the summer break with a trip to the text line 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.

JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne discuss the Maple Leafs' offseason so far, including Mitch Marner's departure to the Vegas Golden Knights. They take a look at what is lost with Marner moving on, the additions they've already made, and what else Brad Treliving can do to improve the team, before going through the roster and predicting some of the line combinations we may see next season. Then, they pontificate on whether or not Nazem Kadri would be a good candidate to come back to the Maple Leafs, before circling back to discuss what went wrong with Marner in Toronto, and if anything could have been done to hold onto the same group.  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 breaks down the Blue Jays' four-game sweep of the Yankees at Rogers Centre, and looks back to compare this series with other memorable Jays moments in recent years (00:00). Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs' offseason so far, what they've lost with Mitch Marner heading to the Vegas Golden Knights and what can be done to replace him, before looking at the roster heading into next season to predict what the lines might look like (09:13). JD kicks off the weekend with a look at Jonas Valančiūnas' potential move overseas after being acquired by the Denver Nuggets, and the effect the NBA salary cap has on player movement (47:13). 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 start with their reaction to Nikolaj Ehlers signing with the Carolina Hurricanes before welcoming in LA Kings GM Ken Holland to the show (5:13). He discusses his transition from Edmonton to Hollywood, the Kings' moves so far this offseason, the significance of Quinton Byfield's development, and how the team gets over the 'Oilers hurdle' next season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam share their thoughts on the Sharks picking up Dmitry Orlov and the Blues' bargain deal for Pius Suter. Finally, they react to Sportsnet's Top 25 NHL players list and play a game of 'True or False.'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 start with their thoughts on Mitch Marner's introductory press conference with the Vegas Golden Knights. Then, they discuss Brendan Shanahan's role in Marner's unceremonious exit, listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on the team's process, and share their thoughts on the Leafs' moves on July 1. Later, Leafs GM Brad Treliving joins the show (27:40) to share reflections from the NHL's opening day of free agency, his process in the search for a top-six forward, if there are any regrets from Marner negotiations and what the team is getting in Nicolas Roy, Matias Maccelli and Michael Pezzetta.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 and Justin Bourne are joined by Vancouver Canucks on Sportsnet host Dan Murphy (4:20) to chat about the magnitude of Brock Boeser unexpectedly re-signing with the organization, the state of their centremen depth, how comfortable and confident Canucks' front office are with Thatcher Demko after signing an extension, Adam Foote leading the charge as head coach, why their playoff hopes will depend on how Elias Pettersson performs, and whether general manager Patrik Allvin will continue to add to the roster. Then, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (26:10) stops by to discuss the Edmonton Oilers' offseason building process, their plans in net, Evan Bouchard's extension, the impact of losing Corey Perry in the locker room, and Connor McDavid's next contract.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The markets are open! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the latest moves around the NHL before diving deep into Mitch Marner's official departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs as they send him to Vegas for Nicolas Roy. They discuss how Marner will be remembered in Toronto, what Roy brings, and how the Leafs' negotiations with Mitch fell apart. Then, they get into Brock Boeser's surprising 7-year deal with the Canucks, Matias Maccelli's outlook in 2025, what the Leafs are getting in Michael Pezzetta, Steven Lorentz leaving money on the table, the decision to not qualify Pontus Holmberg 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 continue their coverage of the opening day of NHL free agency by reviewing the top names that have signed so far. They discuss Corey Perry's fit with the Kings, Brock Boeser sticking around in Vancouver, Evan Bouchard's mega-extension in Edmonton, how the Oilers can entice Connor McDavid to stay, Thatcher Demko's deal with the Canucks and the Panthers' UFA's paycuts. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (30:00) stops by the studio to review the day's action, the sense around the league on 'tampering,' Bowen Byram's market, the rumours around Sidney Crosby, Mitch Marner's fit in Vegas and where Nikolaj Ehlers might land.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 start the busy Monday show with a reaction to reports around the Vegas Golden Knights tampering for Mitch Marner. They discuss the rumoured Marner-Nicolas Roy trade, how the 'tampering' allegations impact negotiation leverage, and what measures the NHL might take if the Leafs file an official complaint. Then, they break down Matthew Knies' team-friendly extension, what the newly acquired Matias Maccelli brings to Toronto, potential cap casualties in Toronto, and how Aaron Ekblad's extension in Florida impacts Brad Marchand's chances to stick around with the Cats. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam look at extension talks around the league ahead of July 1, including the Canucks' progress on Thatcher Demko, Claude Giroux's extension in the nation's capital, Nikolaj Ehlers landing spots 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 kick off with their reaction to the Leafs locking up John Tavares to a 4x4.38 extension before welcoming in Doug MacLean (7:28) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on Tavares's extension, the Canadiens' trade for Noah Dobson, the vibes around the decentralised draft, the new CBA's proposed extended regular season, Trent Frederic's 8-year deal in Edmonton and much more. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam dive deeper into the Dobson trade and how it sets the market for tradeable defensemen for the Leafs, and other players that Brad Treliving is kicking tires on.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by reacting to the Edmonton Oilers trading Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (6:41) stops by to share his thoughts on the Kane trade, the Canucks' next priority, the Islanders' decision on Noah Dobson, the Ducks' paltry return for Trevor Zegras and headlines to look out for on draft day. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss what lies ahead for Connor McDavid before going to 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Panthers' cup parade before getting into Kyp's recently published trade board heading into the NHL draft. They delve into how the Leafs need to get creative with a Mitch Marner deal, Brad Marchand's reported 4-year, $9 million contract in Toronto, Jason Robertson landing spots, and the Canucks' looming decision on Elias Pettersson. Later, they predict how July 1st will go for Connor McDavid and the Oilers, why the Islanders should try to hang on to Noah Dobson and the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly. Finally, they react to the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, headlined by Alexander Mogilny FINALLY getting the call.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, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne check in on the Panthers' Cup parade and discuss whether some aspects of the celebration are getting out of hand. Then, they get into why Brad Marchand is a perfect fit for Toronto, John Tavares' reportedly rocky contract negotiations and whether there's a chance the Leafs let him walk. Then, the three look at the 2025 UFA class, potential impact players for the Leafs to target, trade options and Mitch Marner landing spots.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Justin Bourne, JD Bunkis and Sam McKee check in on the Panthers' Cup parade and discuss whether some aspects of the celebration are getting out of hand. Then, they discuss why Brad Marchand is a perfect fit for Toronto, John Tavares' reportedly rocky contract negotiations and whether there's a chance the Leafs let him walk. Then, the three look at the 2025 UFA class, potential impact players for the Leafs to target, trade options and Mitch Marner landing spots.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 discuss the Florida Panthers' Game 6 victory over the Edmonton Oilers to claim the Stanley Cup for a second straight season. They get into the Panthers' dynastic performance, McDavid and Draisaitl's flat finish to the series, the Oilers' depth's fall-off, the impact of Zach Hyman's absence, Stuart Skinner's rough game, what an Evan Bouchard extension would cost and Sam Reinhart's 4-goal effort. Later, they discuss Sam Bennett's future after winning the Conn Smyth and Florida's plan for their other expiring UFAs in Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand.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 Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers in Sunrise. They get into the Oilers' decision to start Stuart Skinner before Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber joins the show (4:17) to discuss the Panthers' unsung offensive efficiency, what another Final loss would mean for Connor McDavid's legacy, the Oilers needing more from their depth and what lies ahead for looming UFAs Sam Bennett, Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to Tage Thompson calling out his Sabres teammates and they make their picks for Game 6.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 reflect on the Edmonton Oilers' loss to the Florida Panthers over the weekend to fall behind 3-2 in the Stanley Cup Final. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson joins the show (8:10) to share his thoughts on Game 5 and the series as a whole - the Oilers' lack of urgency, Mattias Ekholm's lapses, Brad Marchand's tremendous series, why Sam Bennett is most productive in the playoffs and why Stuart Skinner should get the Oilers' net in Game 6. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the initial six names announced for each Olympic hockey team, Connor Hellebuyck being left off Team USA's list and murmurs about John Tavares' next contract.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Edmonton Oilers' 5-4 comeback win over the Florida Panthers in Game 4 to tie up the Stanley Cup Final. The Athletic's Shayna Goldman (8:30) shares her take on Game 4 and digs in on the Oilers' resilience, the Panthers' collapse, why Edmonton needs to stick with Calvin Pickard for Game 5, the importance of blueline production and Sam Bennett's open-market value. Then, Justin and Sam react to reports that Mitch Marner will not return to Toronto next season and project where he might land in free agency. They close out the week by answering your questions on the text 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 and Justin Bourne look ahead to tonight's Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final and discuss the Edmonton Oilers' decision to stick with Stuart Skinner in net. Then, Stanley Cup champion and TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk (6:07) shares his takeaways from the Panthers' Game 3 blowout, Florida's versatility, what other GMs can learn from the Cats' blueprint, Sam Bennett's impact, and the Oilers needing their depth to step up. Later, Nick and Justin discuss the Rangers trading Chris Kreider to the Ducks, Brad Marchand's potential fit in Toronto, Anže Kopitar winning the Lady Byng trophy and Cale Makar winning the Norris trophy.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.

Host Brenden Escott is joined by Justin Bourne from Sportsnet's Real Kyper and Bourne show for thoughts on the 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers following a big 6-1 Panthers win in Game 3. Get thoughts on the series and a brilliant article penned by Bourne on the shifting power dynamic of coaches and players in the NHL. Follow his work on X at @JTBourne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look back on the Panthers' 6-1 win over the Oilers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final before welcoming in MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (8:13). Vally breaks down the Cup Final goalie battle by the numbers, why the Oilers should turn to Calvin Pickard in Game 4, Sergei Bobrovsky's elite speed in the crease and much more! Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam discuss the Oilers' response to Florida's physicality, what adjustments they need to make for Game 4, and the rapid rise of Brad Marchand's free-agent stock.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 start the week with a look back on Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final where the Florida Panthers evened up their series against the Edmonton Oilers in double overtime. They marvel over Connor McDavid's highlight-reel assist before welcoming in Hall of Famer Chris Pronger (7:15), who weighs in on McDavid's standing among the all-time greats, the Oilers needing more from their depth, Sam Bennett's antics in the crease, Stuart Skinner's play, and more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Senators owner Michael Andlauer not committing to spending to the cap and Capitals coach Spencer Carbery winning the Jack Adams Award.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 start with reaction to Peter DeBoer's dismissal in Dallas before welcoming in former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:14) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac gets into the DeBoer news, the Stars' next steps behind the bench and the Penguins' decision to hire first-time head coach Dan Muse. Then, they dive into Cup Final storylines, Panthers concerns after Game 1, Stuart Skinner's resilient play, Sam Bennett's NHL evolution and much more. Finally, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss the Leafs hiring Derek Lalonde as an assistant head coach and take your calls and questions on The Canada 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.

The Stanley Cup Finals have finally arrived! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look at the Game-1 injuries before welcoming in Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (5:36). He looks at the build-up to Game 1, Edmonton's path back to the Final, the pressure on Connor McDavid, who needs to step up in Zach Hyman's absence and much more. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to look at each team's keys to winning the Stanley Cup, the Colorado Avalanche extending Brock Nelson and what a John Tavares extension in Toronto could look like.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 wait for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals continues as Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a reflection of Connor McDavid's tenure and future in Edmonton. MSG Analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (6:55) digs in on the legacy stakes for McDavid, how the Panthers stop Edmonton's offence off the rush, how the Oilers slow down the Cats' forecheck, where Sergei Bobrovsky is susceptible and why Stuart Skinner matches up well against Florida's style. Then, Vally weighs in on the Pete DeBoer/Jake Oettinger drama and why the relationship may be permanently fractured. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam review each name on Nick's newly published trade board and where they might land.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 start the show with a chat about the timing of the Stanley Cup Final and whether the delayed start is hurting the hype. They are joined by Hockey Night in Canada and 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman (8:08), who shares a peak into the offseason with potential trades ahead of July 1, the Canucks' plans for Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes, how the Leafs change their 'DNA,' Sam Bennett's reasons to stay in Florida, Mitch Marner landing spots, Lou Lamoriello's role with the Islanders and much more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam look at names potentially on the move, including the Wild's Marco Rossi, Vegas' Nic Hague, and whether Morgan Rielly would lift his no-move clause.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 Oilers' 6-3 win over the Stars to clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Final, and they discuss Pete DeBoer's decision to pull Jake Oettinger after 2 shots and 2 goals. Former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (6:30) joins the show for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance to discuss DeBoer's decision and post-game comments on his goalie, Connor McDavid reaching new levels of excellence, Aleksander Barkov's defensive dominance and the Islanders' outlook under new GM Mathieu Darche. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss McDavid touching the Campbell Cup and to answer your calls and questions on the new Canada 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 bring back the Leafs Hour to break down GM Brad Treliving's press conference today. They discuss general takeaways, the timing of the presser, comments on 'changing the team's DNA,' and the uncertainty surrounding Mitch Marner and John Tavares's future. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox joins the show (35:11) to share his thoughts on Treliving's availability, the next steps on Matthew Knies, positional priorities in free agency and the plan for 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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Ed Jovanovski (3:50), former NHL defenceman and Panthers TV analyst to chat about Florida's return to the Stanley Cup Final after taking down the Carolina Hurricanes, Sam Bennett and Seth Jones' impact on the roster, the differences between the 2024 winning team, and what went wrong for the Canes. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Paul Maurice's disagreement with Rod Brind'Amour after the game. Afterwards, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (29:52) weighs in on the Edmonton Oilers' ability to outscore the Dallas Stars, Mattias Ekholm's playoff debut, the Stars' roster flaws and their chances to come back in the series.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 Oilers' Game 4 win over the Stars to take a 3-1 series lead and discuss how Zach Hyman's season-ending injury changes Edmonton's playoff outlook. Joining the conversation, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (6:36) weighs in on who needs to step up in Hyman's absence, how Edmonton has been able to shut down the Stars' offence and Corey Perry's presence on and off the ice. Later, former NHLer and GM Brian Lawton (30:40) discusses his viral courtside moment in the late stages of the NBA's Western Conference Final Game 4 before sharing his takeaways from the NHL's Conference Finals.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 with a look ahead to Thursday where Leafs GM Brad Treliving will finally face the media. Then, Steve Valiquette (10:18), MSG analyst & CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, joins the show to discuss Stuart Skinner's inconsistency, what's behind Dallas' dried-up scoring, the Hurricanes' flawed shooting philosophy, and why he's still counting out Carolina after their 3-0 win over the Panthers in Game 4. Later, Nick & Justin regroup with Sam to break down Darnell Nurse's slash on Roope Hintz.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 the final Leafs Hour of the season, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on MLSE president & CEO Keith Pelley's availability following the dismissal of team president Brendan Shanahan. They discuss Pelley's optimistic outlook, the decision to forgo the team president position, how Brad Treliving's role will change and what to expect from the franchise going forward under Pelley's watch. Finally, they close out with one final trip to the Leafs Line to answer your calls and questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Doug MacLean (5:13) – former NHL president, general manager and head coach to chat about why the Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers series was won at the trade deadline, why changes in the front office doesn't exclude looking into their scouting department, whether the Edmonton Oilers can overcome their Game 1 loss to the Dallas Stars, Tyler Seguin's impact for the Stars, the New York Islanders hiring Mathieu Darche as their new general manager, and why his concerns with the Carolina Hurricanes starts with their goaltending. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee answer more text questions from fans across Canada!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 reflect on Brendan Shanahan's tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs after it was announced today the team will be parting ways with its long-time President. Sportsnet studio host David Amber (13:00) weighs in on Shanahan's 11-year tour of duty, the evolution of the President's role, where the Leafs' organization needs to improve post-Shanahan and the front office's next steps. Then, they get into Team Canada's stunning elimination from the Hockey World Championship quarterfinals at the hands of the hosting Team Denmark, the Oilers' third-period collapse in Game 1 and Stuart Skinner's concerning play in the WCF opener. Later, they regroup with Sam to discuss the upcoming docuseries on the 1980s Oilers, The Great Ones.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 with their reaction to reports that Brendan Shanahan has been granted access to meet with the New York Islanders. They discuss Shanahan's likely looming dismissal, how new management could impact Mitch Marner's future and whether the franchise is revisiting its management structure ahead of any major decisions. Then, they look back on Shanahan's Toronto tenure and go through the best and worst decisions during his decade with the 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 and Justin Bourne are joined by Kevin Lowe (7:05) – 6-time Stanley Cup Champion and Hockey Hall Of Famer to chat about the differences in today's game compared to when he was playing, the growing amount of blueliners scoring goals, what a Cup could mean for Connor McDavid, the familiarity of facing the same team in playoffs, and why the Oilers need to instil confidence in Stuart Skinner. Then, Rick Tocchet (26:15) – the new head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers stops by to discuss what drove him back to be behind a bench following his tenure with the Vancouver Canucks and the fallout between him and the front office.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' availability from today's locker room cleanout day press conferences. They get into Craig Berube's reflection and evaluate his first year behind the Leafs' bench, the pressure baked into the Toronto market, Auston Matthews staying quiet on his injury status and Brendan Shanahan's future with the franchise. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox joins the show (37:55) to share his takeaways from the team's availability today and discuss potential imminent changes at the top, Anthony Stolarz's injury and the growing narrative surrounding Leafs fans and media.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 and Justin Bourne are joined by Steve Valiquette (5:45) – CEO of Clear Sight Analytics to discuss who's the best goaltender amongst the final four teams left in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, whether Sergei Bobrovsky can handle the Hurricanes' rush attack, Joseph Woll's performance after being thrust into the series against the Florida Panthers and what he needs to focus on during the offseason, and how pressure manifests for goalies. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the Boston Bruins re-signing general manager Don Sweeney to a two-year contract, and Connor Hellebuyck's comments on his game in the regular season compared to the post-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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the Toronto Maple Leafs' 6-1 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 7 on Sunday and discuss what led to the familiar season finale. They reflect on the enduring playoff failures of this core, the Leafs' sloppy start and what needs to change for next season. Then, they dig into the postgame availability and dissect Auston Matthews' comments on 'passengers' in Game 7. Later, they discuss the likely end of Mitch Marner's Toronto tenure and what the team could look like without him next year. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss and debate the growing narrative around the pressure of playing in the Toronto market.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 and Justin Bourne welcome in Pro Hockey Group & Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (8:25) to chat about the end of the Winnipeg Jets' season, what type of players the organization should look into in the offseason, Nikolaj Ehlers free-agency future, Jake Oettinger's performance in comparison to Connor Hellebuyck, and why Seth Jones was a perfect fit for the Florida Panthers. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee take a quick look at Mitch Marner's market outlook on free agency, Jack Eichel's next contract, and the Edmonton Oilers' outlook as the lone Canadian team in the Stanley Cup 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs' 2024-25 season has come to an end at the hands of the Florida Panthers, losing 6-1 in Game 7 at home. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and reflect on the Core Four era of Leafs hockey. Then, they discuss what lies ahead for the team in the offseason, including decisions on Mitch Marner, Brendan Shanahan and 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 live to fight another day as they shut out the Florida Panthers, winning 2-0 in Game 6. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss Auston Matthews getting the monkey off his back, Max Pacioretty becoming a postseason hero for the Leafs, the team buy-in on defence and power play struggles. Later, they look ahead to Game 7 on Sunday and ask whether they will allow themselves to Be-Leaf.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 and Justin Bourne are joined by Doug MacLean (3:45) – former NHL president, general manager and head coach to chat about the Maple Leafs' comeback chances against the Florida Panthers, the biggest differences between Toronto and Florida, the ramifications if the Leafs end their season early, Florida's legacy, whether the Winnipeg Jets can capitalize on their Game 5 shutout victory and Rick Tocchet's new gig in Philadelphia. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on the Washington Capitals season ending at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes, Alex Ovechkin's future, and Jamie Benn's punch on Mark Scheifele.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 Game 6 as the Leafs look to extend their second-round series against the Florida Panthers in Sunrise tonight. They check the pulse of Leafs Nation before getting into how the team responds to the Game 5 blowout, Craig Berube turning back to Pontus Holmberg and Calle Jarnkrok, the decision to keep Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on a line together, and what to expect from Joseph Woll. Later, they answer your calls and questions on 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 6-1 loss to the Florida Panthers at home as the Cats now have a 3-2 series lead. They break down the game and reflect on the Core Four's playoff failures, why the top forwards struggle at this time of year, the general lack of compete and Mitch Marner's future in Toronto. Later, they get into how Game 6 might look and what lineup changes Craig Berube might make.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 and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer Rob Brown (6:45) to chat about his former team Edmonton Oilers advancing to their second straight conference final, how both Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard played a role in their playoff run so far, why the team has excelled behind Kris Knoblauch's adjustments during a series, and how the Oilers could match-up against the Dallas Stars or Winnipeg Jets. Then, former goaltender and Stars analyst Daryl Reaugh (28:45) stops by to discuss what has fueled Dallas' success so far against the Jets, Thomas Harley's evolution, and Miro Heiskanen's presence since returning to the 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get embarrassed at home, losing 6-1 to the Florida Panthers in a critical Game 5. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the lacklustre effort from the team, another rough game from Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, the timing of Craig Berube's lineup shuffling and much more. Then, they reflect on the Core Four era and discuss whether this loss could be a final chapter.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 tonight's Game 5 between the Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers in Toronto. They outline the stakes of the game with the second-round series tied 2-2 and bigger-picture consequences if the Leafs win or lose the series. Then, they get into the potential lineup changes for each team, how Craig Berube can help free up Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews and much more. Later, Leafs legend Wendel Clark joins the show (33:45) to discuss the team's keys to victory in Game 5, how physical play evolves through the playoffs and Matthew Knies' evolution.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 and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHLer Blake Wheeler (5:35) to chat about his transition into working as an analyst for the Stanley Cup Playoffs coverage, Auston Matthews' playoff scoring struggles, the potential cause for Connor Hellebuyck's poor road-game performances, and the key to cutting out the outside noise. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on the coaching changes with Rick Tocchet joining his former team in Philadelphia, while Adam Foote gets promoted in Vancouver. To wrap up, Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet's Jason Bukala stops by (31:49) to chat about the Canucks signing Tom Willander to an entry-level contract, if the Flyers are ready for the playoffs next year, and if the Edmonton Oilers have risen back to Stanley Cup favourites.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 with a look at the Leafs' skate where there were no changes to the lineup and debate whether David Kämpf or Nick Robertson should be in for Game 5 against the Florida Panthers on Wednesday. Then, they discuss the pressure on Auston Matthews, whether the Panthers will look for retribution on Max Domi and Anthony Stolarz's return to the ice. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (35:50) shares reasons to feel optimistic that the team can come through in the back half of the series and weighs in on the criticism on the core, Florida's greasy style and the importance of a strong start at home in Game 5.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.