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Terry talks with “Al's Brother", Mike DiStefano! Mike is a Canadian Sports Journalist & Broadcaster. He hosts the Podcast LockedON Leafs and works on TSN 1050 with Leafs Lunch & TSN TV Network. You can now watch episodes of Tales with TR on YouTube! Head over to https://www.youtube.com/@THPN to watch the latest episode. Welcome to Tales with TR: A Hockey Podcast presented by The Hockey Podcast Network. Join former Montreal Canadiens' first-round draft pick & Shoresy star Terry Ryan, as he talks about the sport of Hockey, brings on various guests, and shares tales of his life and professional hockey career. Host: Terry Ryan @terryryan20 Network: @hockeypodnet Editor: Isha Jahromi - "The City Life Project" on Youtube & @VISportstalk on X Sponsored by: Draft Kings - Use promo code THPN at sign-up for exclusive offers https://tinyurl.com/DRAFTKINGSPROMOTHPN MAKE SURE YOURSELF/FRIENDS/FAMILY TO GO SIGN UP FOR A GAMETIME AND APPLY/"REDEEM CODE" USING PROMO CODE: THPN
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TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights jumping out to a 2-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Dreger also shares his thoughts on how Ivan Barbashev has set himself up for a big payday this summer after a strong playoff performance, why Auston Matthews holds all of the leverage in extension talks with the Leafs, Cole Caufield opting to forego a potentially bigger payday to remain in Montreal, and more.
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In the first hour of today's show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano decide on what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' improbable comeback win against the Lightning. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to Darren Dreger about the latest Stanley Cup Playoffs news from around the league and BarDown's Jesse Pollock about how he's feeling about the state of the Jets.
Toronto Marlies Captain Logan Shaw joins Leafs Lunch to share what the biggest key to his success was this season, how the team has become a close group and the change in how AHL players are now regarded.
In the opening hour of Leafs Lunch Michael Distefano and Matthew Cauz are joined by TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson to look back on the Leafs' 7-1 victory over the weekend against the Montreal Canadiens. Michael and Matthew are then joined by University of Toronto Varsity Blues goaltender Jett Alexander to discuss his unlikely appearance during Saturday's victory.
Toronto Six Captain Shiann Darkangelo joins Leafs Lunch to look back on their victory at the Isobel Cup. Darkangelo shares her thoughts on the experience of bringing a title to the city of Toronto, what she is expecting when the Six throw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Blue Jays on April 16th, what it was like to play at Mullet Arena during the tournament, and more.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and The Athletic's Joshua Kloke are joined by TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button to share why he is confident in Ilya Samsonov to handle the starting role in net come playoff time. Then Julia and Joshua talk to First Up's Carlo Colaiacovo about what the ideal defence pairings would be for the Leafs in the playoffs.
In the first hour of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and BarDown's Luca Celebre get into how they would describe last night's comeback victory by the Leafs. Then Julia and Luca are joined by Host of The Leafs Morning Take, Nick Alberga, to recap the Maple Leafs' road trip and his thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's lineup adjustments.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Luca Celebre talk to InGoal Magazine writer Kevin Woodley about who he thinks should start in net for the Leafs come playoff time. Then Julia and Luca are joined by NHL Fantasy editor, host and reporter, Anna Dua to discuss her favourite White Claw flavours and the fantasy hockey rankings around the league.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano get into why it makes sense to give Ilya Samsonov the start against the Devils tonight. Then Julia and AB are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to discuss the breaking news that Ryan O'Reilly will be out for four weeks and how that impacts Sheldon Keefe's lineup.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano rank their Top-Five Stanley Cup Contenders now that the Trade Deadline has passed. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by New Jersey Devils lead reporter for NJD.tv, Amanda Stein, to preview tonight's matchup between the Devils and Maple Leafs as Timo Meier makes his home debut for New Jersey.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike Distefano are joined by TSN Senators reporter Claire Hanna to discuss the Sens' five-game winning streak and how Jakob Chychrun is fitting in with the team. Then Julia and Al's Brother take a look at some of the hottest takes from the group chats of Leafs Nation.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson to discuss the Leafs' weekend and the injury status of Ryan O'Reilly. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into why John Tavares was wearing the "Extras Grey" jersey in practice this morning.
On the first hour of today's special Trade Deadline edition of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado in-studio to discuss the latest trade news and rumours ahead of today's trade deadline. Then Julia, AB and Frankie get into if the Leafs have any more needs to address before the deadline.
In the second hour of today's trade deadline edition of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by OverDrive's Bryan Hayes to discuss the shift in Kyle Dubas' philosophy at the deadline. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to ESPN NHL reporter Kristen Shilton about whether she was surprised by some of the moves Dubas made, including the trade of Rasmus Sandin.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button to discuss the Maple Leafs' inability to show up against the Oilers and how Morgan Rielly can get back on track. Then Julia and Al's Brother decide on what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' loss to the Oilers.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to get his thoughts on Sam Lafferty and Jake McCabe's debuts last night. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to The Athletic Flames reporter Julian McKenzie about tonight's matchup between Calgary and the Leafs.
In the first hour of today's show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey insider Chris Johnston to recap all of the craziness that has happened ahead of the trade deadline. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into why Kyle Dubas has decided this is the year to go all-in and what makes this season different.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk TSN hockey analyst Matt Kassian about how teams in the Western Conference are approaching the deadline and what is still to be done by the Oilers. Then Julia and Al's Brother play another edition of "Word Association Wednesday".
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano assess yesterday's trade and Kyle Dubas' comments to the media. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to dive deeper into the big move made by the Leafs to acquire Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Chicago Blackhawks analyst Colby Cohen about what Leafs fans can expect from the newly acquired Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by host of the Blue Crew Pod, Jonny Lazarus, to discuss the buzz around New York for Patrick Kane.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson who weighs in on the Leafs' weekend and the flurry of trades happening across the league. Then Julia and Al's Brother decide what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' win against the Kraken on Sunday.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Maple Leafs play-by-play voice Joe Bowen about how impressed he's been with William Nylander as of late. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to delve into the breaking news of the Leafs acquiring Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty from the Blackhawks.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to former NHLer and Minnesota Wild colour analyst, Ryan Carter, about tonight's matchup between the Wild and Leafs. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to get an update from Leafs morning skate.
Former NHLer and Minnesota Wild colour analyst Ryan Carter joins Leafs Lunch to talk about his time playing under Randy Carlyle, memories from his first ever NHL game which happened to be a playoff game, Kirill Kaprizov's importance and how the Wild may approach the deadline.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey insider Chris Johnston to discuss what he makes of the Dimitry Orlov trade and what the Leafs might still be looking to do ahead of the deadline. Then Julia and Al's Brother play another edition of "Good Call, Bad Call".
In the second hour of the show, Mike DiStefano and Dave Feschuk talk to member of the St. Louis Blues Alumni Association, Kelly Chase, about what the Leafs are getting in Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari. Then Al's Brother and Feschuk share the trade targets Dubas should go after ahead of the deadline in this week's Thursday Three-Pack.
In the first hour of the show Mike DiStefano and Dave Feschuk talk to TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button about his early impressions of the Leafs' acquisition of Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari. Then Al's Brother and Feschuk get into whether a trade needs to be made to address the void left by Jake Muzzin's injury.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to NHL.com staff writer, Mike Zeisberger, about Jake Muzzin's season-ending injury and Ryan O'Reilly's journey home to play for the Maple Leafs. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by TSN hockey analyst Cheryl Pounder to preview Game 7 of the Rivalry Series between Canada and the USA.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson to get his thoughts on the Leafs' new-look line combinations and Ryan O'Reilly's immediate impact on the team. Then Julia and Al's Brother share what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from last night's win against the Sabres.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to Leafs Morning Take co-host Jay Rosehill about his first impressions of Ryan O'Rielly and Noel Acciari on the Leafs. Then Julia and Al's Brother take a look at some of the spiciest takes from the group chats of Leafs Nation.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to discuss what the Leafs might do next after their blockbuster trade over the weekend. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to Locked On Sabres host Joe DiBiase about tonight's game between Buffalo and the Leafs.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN 1050 Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph about his level of confidence in the Leafs' blue line. Then Julia and Al's Brother hand out their Leafies awards for the best and worst Maple Leafs from the past week.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN hockey insider Chris Johnston about who might be available from the St. Louis Blues' blue line ahead of the trade deadline and if the Leafs have any interest. Then Julia and Al's Brother examine Toronto's assets and what'd they would have to offer in any potential trade.
TSN and NorthStar Bets Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins Leafs Lunch to chat about the latest news from around the NHL. Johnston shares his thoughts on reports that the Blues may consider trading parts of their blue line including Colton Parayko, why Patrick Kane is not necessarily the best stylistic fit for the Maple Leafs, reported grumblings amongst NHL player agents regarding the ongoing scratches of Jakob Chychrun and Vladislav Gavrikov, and more.
Julia and Al's Brother share what they'd like to see stay and go from the Leafs' 5-2 win over the Blackhawks, including Matthews returning without missing a beat, Nylander's three-point night and Leafs getting production from the blue line.
In the second hour of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by NHL Network and NHL on TNT host Jackie Redmond to recap the Leafs' win against the Blackhawks last night. Then Julia and Al's Brother rank teams flying under the radar that could make a splash at the trade deadline in this week's "Thursday Three-Pack".
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button to discuss whether Patrick Kane would be a fit with the Leafs and how such a trade would get done. Then Julia and Al's Brother decide on what they'd like to stay and what needs to go from the Leafs' win over the Blackhawks.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by Blackhawks reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, Ben Pope, to discuss Patrick Kane's future in Chicago and if his injury is still impacting him. Then Julia and Al's Brother talk to The Athletic Maple Leafs reporter Joshua Kloke about what he learned from his sit-down with Leafs prospect Matthew Knies.
Blackhawks reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times Ben Pope joins Leafs Lunch to talk about Patrick Kane's future in Chicago, if his injury is still impacting him, and the solid season Jake McCabe is having.
NHL on TNT host Liam McHugh joined Julia and Al's Brother on Leafs Lunch to to chat about Auston Matthews' return, if Patrick Kane would be a fit in Toronto, why he thinks the Leafs as they are currently assembled could win a Cup and why he thinks not having home ice could benefit Leafs.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano get into Sheldon Keefe's shuffling of the lineup and whether this might be a precursor for how things will look in the playoffs. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by NHL on TNT host Liam McHugh to tee up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Blackhawks.
In honour of Valentine's Day, Leafs Lunch debuts a new game show show to help Kyle Dubas and the Leafs find their most perfect trade match. Julia plays the role of Kyle Dubas and Al's Brother presents himself as different eligible trade bachelors.
OverDrive cohost Jamie McLennan joins Leafs Lunch to talk about if Odog was gutless firing Al's Brother by text, if Justin Holl will benefit from a reset, why he likes Joel Edmundson as the type of player the Leafs should add and if the Leafs need more insurance in goal.
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by OverDrive's Jamie McLennan to discuss Justin Holl being a healthy scratch and whether Timothy Liljegren is ready to step into a top-four role. Then in part two of "Leafs Love Is Blind", Julia and AB try to find the most eligible defenceman trade candidates for Kyle Dubas.
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger about the possibility of Auston Matthews returning from injury this week. Then Julia and Al's Brother host "Leafs Love Is Blind" to find the most eligible forward trade candidates for Kyle Dubas!
The Athletic's James Mirtle joins Leafs Lunch to explain the Leafs cap situation and how they can make room to be aggressive at the deadline, if they could make a deal for Timo Meier work and more.
Avalanche play-by-play voice Conor McGahey joins Leafs Lunch ahead of the Leafs-Avalanche game this weekend to talk about the special plays Cale Makar makes on a nightly basis, how much of a workhorse he is with all the injuries to the team, why Mikko Rantanen doesn't get enough credit and more.