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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the hour, touching on Craig Berube's decision to drop William Nylander to the third line alongside Dakota Joshua and Nicolas Roy for Wednesday's practice and the expectations for Willy and his linemates heading into their game against the San Jose Sharks. Then, they react to Bobby McMann's one-game suspension for high-sticking and the Maple Leafs being the most suspended team in the George Parros era. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by (30:38) to chat about Ryan Reaves' return to Toronto, the fallout between Reaves and the organisation during last year's trade deadline, Sharks' report, what could have been the reasoning for the second and third line changes, and Henry Thrun's potential main roster debut. 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 hour with Leafs beat reporter Luke Fox. They discuss Dennis Hildeby's surprising performance and the potential for it to continue. They also examine the impacts of Woll and Hildeby on the team, Troy Stecher's surprising contributions, and the struggles of the power play—debating whether the issue lies with personnel or coaching. They touch on the latest injury updates for the Leafs. After the break, Raptors GM Bobby Webster (22:44) joins to assess the team's first 25 games, Brandon Ingram's integration, and the offensive challenges without RJ Barrett. They discuss the NBA Cup's impact and Darko Rajakovic's coaching transition. Ben and Brent then share their predictions for the night before wrapping up with the Canadian sports moment of the day.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
In hour two, Mike & Jason discuss the latest hockey news and notes with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (1:34), plus the boys preview Sunday's Seahawks matchup at Atlanta with ESPN's Brady Henderson (27:54). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday as Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies and Nic Roy make their return to the ice in practice. They discuss whether Matthews should be rushed back for the Leafs' road trip and how well the team needs to play down the stretch to make a bid for the playoffs. Then, they review Kyper's trade board and discuss whether the Leafs should consider selling pieces. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (31:40) weighs in on the Leafs' recent spotty practice schedule, the vibes around the team, and the latest on Anthony Stolarz and Jake McCabe.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the morning by welcoming on Sportsnet.ca Leafs reporter Luke Fox! What are Lukes takeaways from the disappointing loss on Saturday. Is Luke panicked about the season at all? Can we wait until they get healthy until we really render a judgment about them? Can we count on Auston Matthews to find his old form or this who is who he is going to be? What is the best direction for this team? Does the front office have a plan? Taking a half step back or doubling down on this core and add to it? In general, is this core of Matthews, Nylander, and Tavares going to be good enough a year from now to get them over the hump? The guys are then joined by Toronto Star columnist Damien Cox! (23:58) What has Damien made of this team so far? Did the front office make it worse? What is Brad Treliving building here, and what is the plan? How does the front office make this team better? And what do they do next? Ben and Brent close out the morning offering there final thoughts on the state of the Leafs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by speaking with Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox about the Toronto Maple Leafs. They discuss expectations for Brad Treliving's media availability, the impact of David Kämpf, and the toll of injuries on the team. They also speculate on the return of Auston Matthews and whether the Leafs might have missed their championship window. After the break, former NHL player Cam Janssen (25:50) shares his insights on the Leafs and St. Louis Blues, including concerns about Mitch Marner's absence and Craig Berube's coaching status. Ben and Brent conclude with the Crown Royal Canadian moment.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.
JD wonders how this year Blue Jays offseason may be different from years past and touches on the rumours of the Maple Leafs courting Rasmus Andersson (00:00). Sportsnet NHL writer, Luke Fox, discusses the biggest problems with the Maple Leafs, how a lack of accountability is playing out, bringing back Joseph Woll, Bobby McMann's improved play and the lacklustre impact from the new players (12:00). Next, JD says what he liked best about the Raptors statement win over the Cleveland Cavaliers (39:00). 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.
In hour two, Halford & guest host Jamie Dodd talk the latest hockey news with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (1:32), plus they preview a clash of two 7-2 clubs in Sunday's Seahawks matchup at the LA Rams, as ESPN's Brady Henderson (24:21) joins the show. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing what might help the Maple Leafs break out of their current slump. They look into how the team can adjust if Auston Matthews is out long-term, Easton Cowan and David Kämpf's potential returns, and the possibility of William Nylander moving back to centre. The pair then review the 2025 Cy Young Award winners, before discussing a rumour of a player wanting to join the Yankees. After the break, they're joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (23:54) to analyze the Leafs' recent struggles, injury concerns, Nylander's role, the team's current mindset, and how they might manage their goaltending this week.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by chatting with Sportsnet.ca Leafs reporter Luke Fox. They discuss his experience covering Game 7 of the World Series while on the road with the Leafs and compare the differing reactions to the Leafs and Blue Jays in Toronto. Key topics include Auston Matthews' performance, the struggles of the bottom six, and surviving without Chris Tanev. They ponder whether the team needs more patience or has something to prove this season. Next, they welcome Trey Wingo, host of "Straight Facts Homie." Before diving into NFL topics, they get Trey's take on the World Series loss for the Blue Jays. They discuss the upcoming NFL trade deadline, potential moves involving Trey Hendrickson, and reactions to the Bills' win over the Chiefs. They speculate on the top teams in the AFC and NFC, including the Broncos and Rams, before concluding with thoughts on the Dodgers' impact on baseball.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
The Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off a win last night but they made it more difficult than it had to be. The Leafs have struggled so far this season and many fans are wondering why their favourite team can't get it together. The Green Zone
Ben and Brent continue into the second hour with a look at John Schneider's comments yesterday about Bo Bichette potentially being on the Blue Jays World Series roster. They question how his presences changes this lineup, who would be the odd man out, and if he's more likely to DH or return to shortstop. The guys also take some time to share what they learned about the Blue Jays in the ALCS that can carry over to their upcoming series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (28:22) checks in on the Maple Leafs following last night's 5-2 loss. They chat about how to best align the top line, Auston Matthews' early season production, the identity of this team, and what in the world is going on with Easton Cowan.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' 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators on the back-to-back. They discuss Craig Berube's effective timeout call, Matias Maccelli fitting in with the second line and the team's lack of response to a pair of greasy plays on Easton Cowan. Then, they run through the roster and gauge which Leafs CAN provide that physical response. Later, Sportsnet reporter Luke Fox stops by (30:33) to share his early impressions of the Leafs, why a strong October is crucial, Auston Matthews' healthier look, how long Cowan can hold on to a top-line spot, the blueline's slow start and the different atmosphere around 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 NHL writer/Leafs reporter for Sportsnet joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill.
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto's 5-2 season-opening win over Montreal. Plus, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by to share his takeaways from Game 1 and what stood out most in the Leafs' victory.
Tuesday in Iowa we meet Luke Fox, who says he's a "late bloomer". His songs include Devil Moon, Shine, Hail to the Thieves, The Ballad of the Wayward and Marrow Deep
Is this the year that the Toronto Maple Leafs break through and make it to the Stanley Cup Final? How will the Leafs fill the scoring void left by Mitch Marner? We preview with the Leafs with Sportsnet's Luke Fox. The Green Zone
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the week with Luke Fox from Sportsnet.ca! They discuss camp's first day, the potential lineup without Marner, roster battles, and Easton Cowan's team prospects. Luke also shares his thoughts on the vibe around the team post-Marner. Later, they welcome former MLB player Cody Decker (27:00) to talk about the Toronto Blue Jays. He weighs in on their World Series chances, fan anxieties, rotation strategies, and reflects on Clayton Kershaw's career and legacy. They also analyze the playoff races as the season winds down.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.
JD fawns over Kevin Gausman's latest quality start for the Blue Jays against the Rays, along with the dominance of the Jays' top two starting pitchers in Gausman and Shane Bieber as Toronto gets closer to clinching a postseason berth (00:00). Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs opening training camp, potential line combinations with Mitch Marner's departure, the need for Morgan Rielly to improve on last season's performance, Anthony Stolarz' contract negotiations after a career season, and Matthew Knies' continued growth in the offseason (13:11). Later, JD reacts to Connor McDavid's appearance on 32 Thoughts and his comments on his own contract negotiations as the Oilers continue to chase a Stanley Cup (40:58).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 Sick Podcast - Simmer Down with Shawn Simpson: Ottawa Senators
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Luke Fox joins Alex Adams to discuss the Battle of Ontario, how the Senators and Leafs stack up heading into the season, why the Atlantic Division could be wide open and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In hour two, Mike & Jason chat with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (1:18) about his time spent at the NHL Media Tour in Las Vegas and the impression he got from Quinn Hughes' comments, plus they preview tonight's BC Lions game versus Ottawa with Leos radio commentator Bob "The Moj" Marjanovich (25:11). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Shi Davidi following the Jays electric walk off win over the Astros. They discuss how the Jays were able to kick off the series with a win, Vladdy's electric throw, Shane Bieber continuing to prove himself since his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and much more. Then, Ailish and Jesse discuss the Jays bullpen in game 1 and what we can expect tonight. Then, live from Las Vegas at the NHL Players Media Tour, Luke Fox joins the show. They discuss Quinn Hughes comments to the media surrounding his future in Vancouver and playing with his brothers, the media frenzy surrounding McDavid's future, and much more. Ailish and Jesse end things off discussing Crosby's 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 affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off the final hour of the FAN Morning Show with Sportsnet NHL reporter Luke Fox. They discuss Connor McDavid's comments from the Hockey Canada orientation camp and what implications they may have for his free agency. The conversation also covers Team Canada's objectives for the camp and Luke's insights on the top remaining RFAs. Later, ESPN's Jesse Rogers (23:06) joins to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers' success and what Blue Jays fans can expect when the Brewers come to town on Friday, along with his thoughts on the Jays.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.
In hour two, Mike & Jason discuss the latest off-season NHL news with Sportsnet hockey writer Luke Fox (1:16), they look at the Canucks prospects pipeline and where it ranks around the league (18:24), plus they rank youth sports from a parenting perspective (26:17). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they discuss the latest off-season NHL news with Sportsnet hockey writer Luke Fox, they look at the Canucks prospects pipeline and where it ranks around the league, plus the boys rank youth sports from a parenting perspective. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
In hour two, guest hosts Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Randip Janda chat with ESPN New York & New Jersey Devils television commentator Don La Greca (1:33) about the struggling Yankees as well as what to expect from the Devils this year, plus they discuss the top restricted free agents that the Canucks could target, as Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (26:03) joins the show. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
In the final hour, Sportsnet's own Luke Fox joins Brent and Daniele to get into the NHL offseason. They take a look at what possible offseason moves the Leafs could still make, the rumours surrounding Quinn Hughes teaming up with his brothers, and whether the Flames should listen to trade offers for Nazem Kadri. National Baseball Hall of Famer Fred McGriff (23:33) then joins D&B for the final segment of the hour. The guys hit on McGriff's experience acting as hitting coach for the AL team in the Futures Game, the Jays' prospect pool, and what he looks for in a batter's approach at the plate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
In this episode, we sit down with actor Gaius Charles, known to fans as the charismatic Brian “Smash” Williams from Friday Night Lights, and now the voice behind Batwing in Batman: Bad Blood. Gaius opens up about stepping into the world of DC Comics, embracing an unfamiliar superhero, and what it took to bring Luke Fox to life through voice alone.
Brent and Daniele continue to dissect the NHL offseason and the start of free agency with a focus on the effect of it all on the Maple Leafs. The hosts enlist the help of Sportsnet NHL writer and Leafs reporter, Luke Fox, to break it all down. They get into their main takeaways from Mitch Marner's intro presser in Vegas, where it all fell apart in Toronto, and what's left on the agenda to help replace the loss and make the Leafs a better team heading into next season. Next today's a.m. duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays in what is an important week for them. They bring on the man who has been on the broadcast for this Yankees series on Sportsnet, Dan Shulman (28:55), to discuss how special yesterday's Canada Day game was and how close it pushed Toronto towards the top of the division. They also discuss the contributions of the likes of George Springer and Ernie Clement, as well as the rotation, before closing with thoughts on what the team should add at the deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
In hour two, Mike & Jason react to the Canucks re-signing Thatcher Demko and Conor Garland (3:00), plus they talk the end of the Mitch Marner saga in Toronto, as Sportsnet Leafs reporter Luke Fox (27:22) joins the show. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
JD breaks down the latest moves ahead of NHL Free Agency, including Mitch Marner being dealt to the Vegas Golden Knights (00:00), before Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, joins the show. He continues the conversation around Marner's departure and legacy, what the Leafs have done so far this offseason, and who they might be targeting in free agency. Colby Armstrong, NHL analyst for Sportsnet and the NHL on TNT, joins JD in-studio to chat about Marner's chances of winning in Vegas, what the Leafs lineup might look like next season, and other moves around the league ,including the Florida Panthers re-signing all of their key free agents (37:25). 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.
Mike Schopp and The Bulldog talk to Luke Fox of sports net on what he expects around the NHL during free agency period.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Colby Armstrong (1:20) following a flurry of massive signing around the NHL ahead of the start to free agency. They discuss the breaking news surrounding the Vegas Golden Knights and the Leafs working out a sign-and-trade for Mitch Marner. They discuss the Leafs locking up John Tavares, Matthew Knies, and Steven Lorentz, and more. Then, Elliotte Friedman joins the show (16:03) to break down how the Marner and Vegas situation transpired. They break down the return for Toronto with Nicolas Roy, Bill Zito continuing his masterclass offseason by locking down Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand long term. Then, Luke Fox (24:51) joins the show to discuss how Brad Treliving has fared with the cards he has been dealt, Tavares contract extension, what the Leafs are getting in Matias Maccelli, 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 affiliate.
Hour 3 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on Demand! Luke Fox joins the show to share his top trade targets this offseason including Jordan Kyrou, and Mitch Marner. They also dive into the Buffalo Sabres, and what direction they are going to go. Later Fox gives his opinion on what direction the Flames should be going.(23:15) At the bottom of the hour Mackenzie Weegar joins George and Matty. Weegar shares his experiences throughout the season and talks about the young guns on the team. Later he answers rapid-fire questions from you guys 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.
The FAN Morning Show with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning rolls on at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, on site for the 2025 Joe Carter Classic. Sportsnet's Luke Fox joins the conversation live from Sunrise, Florida, on the heels of the Florida Panthers' second-consecutive Stanley Cup victory. Luke dives to deeper into the Cats' recipe for success with thoughts on the team's depth contributions, top line talent, and to what extent they can "run it back". They wrap up with a chat about where the Edmonton Oilers go from here and this year's Conn Smythe winner, Sam Bennett. Pierre Frappier (24:33), President and CEO of AMJ Campbell, hops aboard to discuss his experience so far as a coach at the charity tournament. Later, former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher, Dave Stewart (31:15), shares his thoughts on the Athletics' move to Sacramento, what his role as Special Assistant with the club entails, his move to Toronto in 1993, and how the game has changed in the modern era. This hour wraps up with the man himself, Joe Carter (43:40), who swaps some stories from his time with the Blue Jays, before reflecting on the what the tournament means to him in it's sixteenth year.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 things off with Sportsnet's Jack Michaels (1:30). They discuss the Oilers' lineup changes, Jeff Skinner getting a shot in the Cup Final, Stuart Skinner's performances in Game 4s, and much more. Then, Luke Fox joins the show (26:51) to discuss Sam Bennett's future, the Conn Smythe odds and if Brad Marchand is sneaking his way into the conversation, Jonah Gadjovich enjoying the Panthers playoff run having missed it last season, and much more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben and Brent once again focus in on the Stanley Cup Final with a look back on Game 3. To help project what the rest of the series holds, they enlist the services of Sportsnet's own David Amber, who is in Florida as part of the broadcast crew. The trio anticipate how the Oilers will respond and bounce back from a dismal performance Monday night, as well as how far the series will stretch and how the atmosphere in Sunrise compares to that in Edmonton. The a.m. pair continue the conversation alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox (23:07). He offers his insight into what caused the Oilers to lose their composure, along with what makes Florida so good at getting under their opponent's skin. They also take a look at a couple pending UFAs for the Panthers who could potentially don Blue and White next 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 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.
Ben and Brent turn their attention to the Maple Leafs for the final hour as they wonder when they'll hear from General Manager Brad Treliving. The hosts check in with Sportsnet's Leafs reporter, Luke Fox, who wrote a piece with some of his thoughts as the team heads into the offseason. The trio get into if there's a new power structure within the organization with Brendan Shanahan gone; what big decisions need to be made now and how they can take that next step. Later, the duo check in with NHL Network's Jason Demers (29:50) for his thoughts on the Conference Finals so far. The host of NHL Unscripted weighs in if we're almost assured of a repeat Stanley Cup matchup, or if the Hurricanes can build some momentum from their first win to make it a series with the Panthers.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 things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley's press conference earlier today. They break down the biggest takeaways from the CEO of MLSE's address, Shanahan's departure, what he expects the team to do 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.
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.
JD opens the show with his thoughts ahead of a pivotal Game 6 for the Maple Leafs down in Florida, before being joined by Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, to discuss how this series has swung towards the Panthers, Auston Matthews' underwhelming playoff performances throughout his career, how the Leafs can even the series and bring it back to Toronto for Game 7, what lineup changes could give them the best chance, and what it all means for Mitch Marner's future (00:00). Later, JD breaks down the latest Blue Jays' loss to the Rays, the inconsistencies on the mound for Kevin Gausman, and Anthony Santander at the plate (47:33). Then, Sportsnet hockey analyst Jason Bukala joins JD to continue the conversation on the Leafs-Panthers series including how Florida has found their momentum after two early losses, what the Leafs can do to get back on their game, and the difference between skill and will in the postseason (51:49). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:30:54).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 things off with Luke Fox (1:41) live from the Sunshine State ahead of Game 3 between the Leafs and Panthers. They break down the Panthers' resolve and how they have dealt with adversity throughout their last couple of playoff runs, how the Leafs have changed their style on and off the ice this season, Willy's lucky suit, a Stolarz update, and more. Then, ahead of an electric series between the Jets and Stars, Luke Gazdic joins the show (27:58). They start by discussing the similarities between the Oilers and Leafs before moving on to the West, where they get into how the Jets can stop Rantanen, the Jets' depth scoring, playoff superstitions, 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports including an explosive night from Mikko Rantanen (3:00), they talk the Leafs going up 2-0 over the Panthers as Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (26:24) joins the show, plus they discuss how the Canucks can improve their top six forward group this off-season (44:00). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Leafs and Florida Panthers. They get into the news that Anthony Stolarz has been ruled out, Joseph Woll's outlook and how the Leafs should respond to Sam Bennett. Then, they discuss how Aaron Ekblad's return changes the matchup, power play adjustments, and William Nylander's strong postseason so far. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (34:15) lays out the stakes in Game 2 before sharing his thoughts on the team's mindset on Bennett, Auston Matthews' scoring struggles and the blue line's offensive production.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.
To break down a busy night of potential series deciding matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert whip around the league starting with the Edmonton Oilers. Mark Spector (1:33) discusses Calvin Pickard's play between the pipes and how the team has turned things around with Evander Kane. Then, Brien Rea (14:27) joins the show to break down the Dallas Stars' path to the second round and how the Colorado Avalanche will keep their season alive. Luke Fox (26:27) discuss what to expect from the Leafs and their goaltending. Finally, to wrap things up, Gary Lawless (37:31) looks at how the Vegas Golden Knights can close things out against the Minnesota Wild. 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), including the final Canucks game of the season and what to expect from this off-season (6:00), plus they break down what could be the most interesting first round playoff series with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (29:01). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome Sportsnet.ca Leafs insider Luke Fox in-studio to help tee up Toronto's final game of the regular season against the Detroit Red Wings. They discuss how the Leafs approach the zero-stakes matchup before making their playoff lineup projections. They get into the options at 2LW, where Max Domi fits best and a different feeling for the core under Craig Berube. Later, they ask burning Battle of Ontario questions including who will be the most hated figure in the series, the biggest storylines, x-factors, the nightmare-scenario for each team and the potential consequences if the Leafs lose 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), they talk last night's disastrous Canucks home loss to the Kraken (6:00), plus the boys discus the top stories from around the NHL with Sportsnet's Luke Fox (27:24). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.