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The Toronto Maple Leafs hit the Olympic Break on a three-game win streak, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee debate whether the recent stretch might force the organisation to reconsider selling at the deadline. Then, they look back on the Leafs' win over the Oilers and discuss Anthony Stolarz's stellar outing, the team's play without Morgan Rielly in the lineup, Brandon Carlo's fight after hitting Connor McDavid, and more. They also discuss whether a buy-out is on the table for Rielly, Darren Raddysh as a potential offseason target, and Bobby McMann's trade value. Finally, they dip into 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 open the week with some trade talk as the Toronto Maple Leafs head into the Olympic break's roster freeze. They look at the standings and discuss the scenarios that might make the Leafs reconsider selling. Then, they reflect on the Leafs' win over the Vancouver Canucks, Morgan Rielly's injury, and why both he and the Leafs could benefit from him getting a 'change of scenery.' Later, Sportsnet columnist Eric Francis joins the show (32:40) to help set the stage for the Leafs' matchup against the Calgary Flames, the hurdles of a potential Nazem Kadri trade, Blake Coleman's market, 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 ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Kraken in Seattle. They pick up yesterday's conversation and chat about what 'blowing it up' would look like in Toronto. Then, they discuss Bobby McMann being linked to the Edmonton Oilers in trade talks, the pros and cons of moving on from Auston Matthews, the challenges of a potential Morgan Rielly trade, and Nick's proposal of a Joseph Woll/Jordan Binnington swap. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox joins the show (33:50) from Seattle to help tee up the Leafs' West Coast matchup, whether there's any chance the team sticks with 'Plan A' if they can piece together a successful road trip, what to expect from Anthony Stolarz in his second game back from injury, and William Nylander nearing a return.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 Sho Alli open Wednesday morning by recapping the Leafs' 7-4 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. They break down the team's listless performance, what it could mean heading into the trade deadline, the possibility of selling, and the potential scope of a teardown. What does the future hold for Morgan Rielly? The guys then react to Craig Berube's post-game comments and discuss whether that approach can still spark the group, before examining how the Leafs have handled their three-goalie situation. After the break, Ben and Sho discuss reports that Bill Belichick may not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. What does that says about the Hall of Fame process and Bill Polian? They wrap up with reaction to Joe Brady being named as the next head coach of the Buffalo Bills. 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 Sho Alli open the second hour by welcoming Charlies Davis, NFL on CBS analyst, to the show! The trio chat about Bill Belichick not being named as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, what it says about the Hall and its voting process, Bill Polian's role in the decision, and the potential impact on Belichick's legacy. They also break down the Bills' decision to hire Joe Brady as head coach and what it could mean for the team moving forward. After the break, they're joined by Michael Traikos (25:45) of The Hockey News to recap Tuesday's Leafs–Sabres game, assess the low point of the Leafs over the past decade, discuss Morgan Rielly's future with the team, and consider the possibility of an in-season coaching change. 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 Sho Alli wrap up Thursday by chatting with Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne. They discuss the Leafs' recent performance against the Red Wings and its implications for the trade deadline. Topics include the team's pending UFAs, the power play, Morgan Rielly's role, and Mitch Marner's expected reception tomorrow night. The conversation shifts to the 20th anniversary of Kobe Bryant's 81-point game, with memories shared by Justin Termine (23:47) from SiriusXM NBA Today. They reflect on the Raptors' standing in the Eastern Conference, the evolving trade landscape, and celebrate Sho's birthday while considering Marner's contributions to the franchise.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 finish off their Western Conference road trip with a 4-3 overtime win over the Winnipeg Jets. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss Oliver Ekman-Larsson's unsung impact, what's changed for Auston Matthews, the power play starting to revert to old habits, and another tough look for Morgan Rielly. Then, they get into Nicolas Robertson's maturity, Scott Laughton's intensity, and Max Domi's overtime heroics.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' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss the Leafs' struggles holding leads this season, a tough game for Joseph Woll, and Craig Berube's questionable personnel decisions in the late stages. Then, they get into the Mitch Marner side plot of the game and how the former Leaf responded to boos from his home crowd. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss William Nylander's injury, a bad look for Auston Matthews and Morgan Rielly in overtime, and the latest on Anthony Stolarz. Finally, the guys dip into 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.
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.
Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi open Friday's show by breaking down the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. They take a look back on how Toronto's two-goal third period lead evaporated, Joseph Woll's play between the pipes, Morgan Rielly's defensive effort in overtime, and Mitch Marner being booed on home ice. They also preview the remainder of the Leafs' road trip and highlight its importance to the season. After the break, the guys react to Kyle Tucker's contract with the Dodgers, what the deal means for both the Dodgers and Blue Jays, and the broader ramifications for upcoming CBA negotiations.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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday's show by recapping the Raptors' gritty win over the Charlotte Hornets at the buzzer! They highlight Immanuel Quickley's late-game heroics, concerns around Brandon Ingram's injury, his overall durability, and the importance of RJ Barrett to the team. They also discuss the Trae Young trade to Washington and their reaction to the return, before turning to the 49ers' injury issues and a brief debate over the MasterCard Centre's location. The show wraps with the guys handing out their midseason Maple Leafs report cards, including MVP, biggest surprise, players with the most to prove, and key evaluations of Morgan Rielly and Joseph Woll.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 the Toronto Maple Leafs' Tuesday-night matchup against the Florida Panthers. They discuss Brad Marchand stirring the pot in his pre-game availability and how close the Leafs were to actually signing him this past offseason. Then, they chat about Brandon Carlo's return to the ice, what his presence can do for Morgan Rielly, and what a win would mean for the Leafs' postseason outlook. Later, Gord Stellick (33:31) joins the show to share his thoughts on the Leafs' standing in the competitive East, why a trade can't bail them out this season, Auston Matthews' franchise record, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing Brad Marchand's comments about Toronto ahead of the Panthers matchup against the Leafs tonight. Then, TNT's Liam McHugh joins the show to discuss Marchand's getting under Toronto's skin ahead of the game, if he can lead Florida to another deep playoff run, the parity in the eastern conference and how it could affect the trade deadline, if Matthews is back, and much more. Then, ahead of the Leafs pivotal matchup against the Panthers, Anna Dua weighs in on how Marchand plays the game off the ice, if the fans really did run Marner out of Toronto, when Morgan Rielly has been at his best over the past few seasons, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin react to the Baltimore Ravens parting ways with John Harbaugh. They discuss which teams are the best fits for the long-time head coach, who could be the next big head coach dismissed if they cannot make a deep playoff run, 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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the morning by previewing tonight's Maple Leafs-Panthers matchup. They focus in on the expectations for Toronto, the state of the blue line with Brandon Carlo returning and Jake McCabe out, recent play from Morgan Rielly, concerns around William Nylander's LTIR stint, and what kind of statement game this could be for Auston Matthews. The guys also touch on Canada's bronze medal finish at the World Junior Championship. After the break, Sportsnet's Michael Grange (29:00) joins the show to break down the last night's Raptors win over the Hawks. He dives into the impressive impact of rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, how the team is coping without Jakob Poeltl, concerns around Immanuel Quickley's play, and if the Raptors should consider a move for Trae Young if he becomes available.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Join Bryan Hayes and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss Canada's defeat in the semifinal and the downfall against Czechia, Auston Matthews achieving the Maple Leafs' all-time goals record and his performance through the season, Matthew Schaefer's impressive season with the Islanders and Morgan Rielly's concerns on the blue line. O-Dog joins to dive into Canada playing for a bronze medal, Czechia's significant win and Matthews' goal record in Toronto.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the New York Islanders. They discuss Auston Matthews surpassing Mats Sundin for the franchise record in goals, his legacy in Toronto, and what's behind his recent return to form. Then, they dive deeper into the game, another third-period blown lead, Matthew Schaefer's rising star, and the Leafs' options for a struggling Morgan Rielly. Later, they get into Joseph Woll's outing on Saturday, hear the latest from Craig Berube on the Leafs' long list of injuries, and outline the importance of the team's pre-Olympic break stretch.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.
Former NHL defenceman and Hockey Night in Canada analyst Garry Galley (1:51) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss Matthew Schaefer's rapid rise, Morgan Rielly's struggles, how the off-ice part of the game has changed since his playing days, the Senators' outlook without Linus Ullmark, and the Panthers starting to round into playoff form. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee reflect on Canada's semifinal elimination to Czechia at the World Junior tournament and whether Hockey Canada has lost its identity. Finally, the guys chat about Logan Stanley and John Beecher's 'sucker punches' on Brady Tkachuk and Michael McCarron, and Luke Hughes getting booed after a pair of own goals.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 Monday by celebrating Auston Matthews breaking the Leafs' franchise goal record. They discuss the impact of this achievement on past playoff disappointments, whether Matthews can regain his previous form, and what his age means for his prime years. They also analyze Morgan Rielly's recent play and the implications of Tanev's potential long-term absence. The conversation shifts to the Blue Jays' signing of Kazuma Okamoto and its effects on their roster strategy. After the break, they address Canada's loss to Czechia at the IIHF World Junior Championships and whether it reflects a larger problem for Hockey Canada. Finally, they wrap up by evaluating the Steelers' win against the Ravens and if winning the AFC North justifies the Rodgers partnership (33:19).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.
Auston Matthews scored career goals No. 420 and 421 to break Mats Sundin's franchise record, but the Toronto Maple Leafs fell 4-3 to the New York Islanders in overtime. Back from their holiday break, JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss Matthews' return to form, his chemistry with new linemates Bobby McMann and Max Domi, Morgan Rielly's rough night, and Matthew Schaefer's budding super-stardom.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 limp into Game 39 against the New Jersey Devils with one of their most chaotic injury reports of the season. In today's pregame show, we break down what Craig Berube revealed about William Nylander (day-to-day), Auston Matthews (game-time decision), Chris Tanev's concerning lower-body issue, and the scary situation surrounding Dakota Joshua. We walk through the new-look forward lines, a heavily patched-together blue line featuring Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe and Filip Král–Myers rotation, plus what Joseph Woll needs to do against Jacob Markstrom. We also look at the updated playoff math and why every point inside the conference matters. We close the show with our Best Bet segment (no spoilers here) and what to watch for as Toronto tries to survive another undermanned night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
We're live with full Toronto Maple Leafs postgame reaction after Game 38 vs the Detroit Red Wings. We'll break down everything that happened tonight — how the Leafs handled another big Atlantic Division test, the impact of Steve Sullivan's power-play adjustments, Craig Berube's lineup decisions, and performances from Auston Matthews, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, and Dennis Hildeby. Join us for instant analysis, standout moments, and what this game means for Toronto as they push in the standings.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
We're live with full Toronto Maple Leafs postgame coverage after Leafs–Sens Game 37. We'll break down everything that happened — Steve Sullivan's first game overseeing the power play, Craig Berube's lineup choices, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, Joseph Woll's night, zone-entry changes, and how Toronto handled a critical Atlantic Division matchup. Join us for instant reaction, analysis, and what this game means for the Leafs moving forward.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
The Leafs return from the break looking to steady the season and settle into a new era behind the bench. Steve Sullivan officially takes over the Toronto Maple Leafs power play, while Craig Berube clarifies how the staff will handle decision-making. We break down how that impacts Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares and Morgan Rielly, then look at the forward lines, the defensive pairs, the Easton Cowan decision, and why this matchup with Ottawa is a must-win inside a chaotic Eastern Conference playoff race. Full lineup notes, zone-entry adjustments, power-play structure, and tonight's goaltending matchup as Joseph Woll is expected to start.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
NHL Insider David Pagnotta joined Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to break down the growing tension in Toronto. The boys discuss whether a coaching change is imminent, what Pagnotta expects the Maple Leafs to do if things don't improve, and what Pete DeBoer could be looking for as he sizes up his next opportunity behind an NHL bench.Pagnotta also dives into Brad Treliving's aggressive mindset on the trade market, whether the Leafs could revisit trade conversations involving Morgan Rielly, and the bigger question hanging over it all — just how secure is Treliving's job if this season continues to go sideways?#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake
The Maple Leafs roll into Dallas on the second half of a back-to-back after a brutal showing in Nashville, and tonight's matchup could mark a major turning point — or the end of the Craig Berube era. We break down every storyline from Game 35: lineup decisions, standout performances, special teams swings, goaltending choices between Joseph Woll and Dennis Hildeby, and whether this group showed any pride after last night's collapse.From Auston Matthews and William Nylander's response, to Easton Cowan, Matias Maccelli, Nick Robertson, Dakota Joshua, Morgan Rielly's struggles, and lineup chaos with Philippe Myers, Max Domi and Bobby McMann — we hit all the pressure points. We'll also react to the betting fallout and what this game means heading into the holidays.Join the chat live — fans drive the show every night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
Game 35 comes with a dark, gloomy cloud over the Toronto Maple Leafs. After a “piss poor” showing in Nashville, the Leafs roll into Dallas on a back-to-back looking completely lost — and it genuinely feels like this could be Craig Berube's last game behind the bench. Tonight we break down everything from the lineup chaos, Berube's postgame comments, and the lack of a morning skate, to which forwards actually deserve to stay in the lineup.We dig into Auston Matthews, Easton Cowan, and why Matias Maccelli must remain in the top six; the state of Matthew Knies as he battles a lower-body injury; why Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy, and Nick Robertson should be leaned on; how Bobby McMann and Calle Järnkrok fit; and whether Max Domi has earned his way back in.Plus: a full look at the defensive mess — Morgan Rielly's brutal night, Philippe Myers' struggles, Benoit vs. Thrun, and why Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson remain the bright spots. We also break down goaltending (Woll vs. Hildeby), and the Bet365 best bets for Leafs–Stars.Chapters:00:00 – Gloomy tone entering Game 3500:28 – Leafs stumble into Dallas after awful loss00:54 – Why no morning skate complicates everything01:19 – Berube hints at lineup changes02:20 – Reviewing last night's lines via Daily Faceoff02:40 – Matthews–Knies–Cowan: what works, what doesn't03:03 – Why Maccelli must stay in the lineup03:42 – Knies' lower-body injury insight04:37 – Why Cowan belongs back with Tavares & Nylander05:49 – Robertson, Joshua, McMann & identity issues06:56 – Fourth-line confusion: Laughton, Järnkrok, Domi07:35 – Should Max Domi return?08:29 – Who actually deserves to come out09:02 – Defensive pairings breakdown09:20 – Why Philippe Myers shouldn't play09:40 – McCabe–Stetcher and OEL–Benoit evaluations10:01 – Morgan Rielly's rough night & defensive trend11:11 – Goaltending: Woll vs. Hildeby11:29 – Best Bet: Stars puck line13:15 – Why Dallas should roll Toronto15:08 – Robertson goal pick logic15:45 – McCabe block-shots bet17:05 – What's next for the Leafs heading into the holidaysSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
Toronto Maple Leafs Game 34 preview time. Toronto heads into Nashville to face the Predators in what feels less like a “must-win” and more like a full-on do-or-die moment before Christmas. We break down the playoff math, why Auston Matthews and William Nylander need to drive the bus, why Matthew Knies, Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson are actually setting the standard, and how Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy and Bobby McMann can give this team a real identity line. Plus, we dig into the puzzling fourth line with Calle Jarnkrok, Scott Laughton and Matias Maccelli, a blue line featuring Morgan Rielly with Philippe Myers, and what it means to be without Chris Tanev and Brandon Carlo. We also hit the broken power play, Marc Savard's future, and Joseph Woll going head-to-head with Juuse Saros before wrapping with our bet365 best bet of the night.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
The Maple Leafs and Blackhawks go final in Game 32, and we're breaking down everything that happened — from the impact of the Matthews–Nylander–Knies top line to how Toronto's reworked middle six performed. We analyze Joseph Woll's return, the state of the blue line with Morgan Rielly, Simon Benoit, Jake McCabe, Timothy Liljegren, and OEL, plus how Craig Berube deployed Easton Cowan, Max Domi, Dakota Joshua, Scott Laughton, Nick Robertson, and more.We also look at how Chicago handled life without Connor Bedard, what Spencer Knight delivered in goal, and which depth players swung the momentum. As always, we revisit the numbers, the turning points, and how this game shapes Toronto's next stretch.Join us for full reaction, breakdowns, and your comments live on Leafs Nation After Dark.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' weekend back-to-back, consisting of a convincing win against the Penguins and a bad loss to the Capitals. They discuss Morgan Rielly's recent play in the defensive zone, Joseph Woll's consistency despite a losing result, Dennis Hildeby earning a larger role, and Dakota Joshua's bounce-back after being scratched. Then, they revisit William Nylander's relationship with Craig Berube after Chief's comments about him at today's skate and forecast what Easton Cowan could be for the Leafs down the line. Finally, they chat about Brandon Carlo's setback and the state of the depleted blue 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 Toronto Maple Leafs fall 4-2 to the Washington Capitals in D.C. JD Bunkis & Sam McKee break down the game and discuss Morgan Rielly's up and down night, another solid performance from Joseph Woll, and whether Craig Berube is inching closer to the hot seat.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' overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets at home. They discuss Easton Cowan's long-term fit in the top six, Joseph Woll's stabilising presence in net, Max Domi's costly turnover in overtime, and what's behind the blue line's fall-off from last season to this one. Then, they chat about why Morgan Rielly is a change-of-scenery candidate and identify Erik Karlsson as a potential target for a blue line swap. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam open up the Leafs Line to take 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.
Former president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean joins for his weekly chat (1:12) with Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about why the Maple Leafs have the highest chance of not making the playoffs for the 2025-26 season, if he would swap Morgan Rielly and Darnell Nurse, who he would add to Team Canada's forwards list, the New York Islanders' dominant road trip, if the Habs core is good enough to win a Stanley Cup, and responds to Bill Simmons proclaiming that the Blue Jackets are the most irrelevant franchise in professional sports. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Connor Bedard getting fired up with an official after arguing a penalty, before heading to the Text Line to hear from listeners! 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 are joined by former Maple Leafs defenceman Tomas Kaberle to break down Toronto's ugly start and their current three-game losing skid. Kaberle shares his thoughts on what's gone wrong defensively, what needs to change, and whether he believes this team can figure it out long-term. Plus, he reacts to Morgan Rielly passing him for sixth all-time in assists — and second among defencemen — in Leafs history. To wrap things up, Kaberle looks back on his time playing alongside Zdeno Chara and Alex Mogilny, who were both recently inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to Anthony Stolarz's sounding off on his team following their 4-3 OT loss to the Seattle Kraken, debating whether it was the right time and right place to call out his teammates, and how will it impact the locker room moving forward. Then, former goaltender and Maple Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph stops by (33:10) to chat about Stolarz's post-game comments challenging his teammates, the team's overall performance through six games, Morgan Rielly's impact on both ends of the ice and working with the legendary voice Joe Bowen. 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 Maple Leafs' head coach Craig Berube (6:19) to chat about his assessment of the team's performance in a season-opening win against the Canadiens, if he'll consider line tinkering early in the year, Matias Maccelli's debut on the top line with Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly's skating, and Easton Cowan potential. Then, Nick, Justin and producer Sam McKee look across the ice on the Montreal Canadiens' first game of the year and how aggressive the Leafs will be in the top-six forward 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.
The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens on home ice to kick off the 2025-2026 season! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee start with their reaction to the Blue Jays' 5-2 win over the New York Yankees to advance to the ALCS before heading to the ice and breaking down the Leafs' game. They get into Morgan Rielly's offensive impact, early impressions of the offseason acquisitions, and concerns for the power play and top 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.
Ben and Brent begin the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs General Manager and friend of the show! The guys get Gord's thoughts on the Blue Jays' victory over the Yankees to advance to the ALCS and recount the last time they heard Jays chants at a Leafs game. They also take some time to discuss the Buds' 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens to start the year and Morgan Rielly strong first impressions. Later, the boys turn their attention to the text-line to read your messages following a massive Blue Jays victory (29:35)! How important has the addition of Louie Varland been? How much credit does John Schneider deserve? Will Bo Bichette to be back on the playoff roster for the ALCS? How should fans feel about Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins now? All that and more on The FAN Morning Show!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Thursday morning by recapping the Blue Jays' historic victory over the New York Yankees to move on to the ALCS! They break down Toronto's elite bullpen day performance, the pitchers that impressed them most, and the impressive work from John Schneider and Pete Walker managing eight different arms. The boys also look at some decisive moment from Game 4 including the decision to intentionally walk Aaron Judge and Nathan Lukes once again coming up in a big spot. Later, Ben and Brent rewind to the Maple Leafs season-opening victory over the Montreal Canadiens last night. They share their thoughts on just how good Morgan Rielly looked to start the year, the early contributors on display, and much more! Â 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.
We're back! Cam and Nick are teeing up the Maple Leafs' 2025-26 season, chatting about Mitch Marner's departure, the situation in the crease, the likelihood of a Morgan Rielly bounce-back season, reviewing our predictions from last season & much more. In/out: West Ave - "Sundin" Join our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/lamentingtheleafs Follow us on Bluesky: @lamentingtheleafs.bsky.social Cam - @carlpeelash.bsky.social Nick - @nickrichard.bsky.social Keith - @keithwhipp.bsky.social
Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube joined OverDrive to discuss the Maple Leafs season starting, the relationship with his players, Easton Cowan making his mark on the team and if he plays on the roster, Auston Matthews' stature and gaining chemistry on his line, Anthony Stolarz in the crease, Morgan Rielly's role on the group and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Dave Feschuk for Hour 2 on OverDrive! The guys welcome Bruce Boudreau to the show to chat about the Maple Leafs power play, Morgan Rielly's role with the Leafs, Ovechkin and Suzuki's placement on the TSN Top 50 list and other hockey, we also play Role Play Level of Concern and give you our FanDuel best bets.
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving (4:48) to share some thoughts on the offseason and the team heading into the 2025-26 season. The GM discusses the slow summer across the NHL, the ongoing search for a top-six forward, Easton Cowan's encouraging camp, the options in net in Joseph Woll's absence, Anthony Stolarz's contract negotiations, competition in the bottom-six, and Morgan Rielly's shape entering the year. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to talk Jonathan Toews' return to NHL ice with the Winnipeg Jets, the new playoff salary cap rules, and the Leafs' biggest need for this 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.
Ben and Brent kick off this morning's final hour alongside Anthony Petrielli, Maple Leafs Hot Stove reporter, ahead of Toronto's preseason home opener! He shares what he's looking for before the season officially starts up, who's in the mix for the team's final roster spots, and the Buds' outlook in the post Mitch Marner era. The trio also examine the early defensive pairings, Morgan Rielly being in "the best shape of his life", and how the Leafs stack up in the Atlantic Division. Later on, Lou Merloni (23:50), former major leaguer and current NESN Red Sox broadcaster, checks in ahead of Boston's three-game set in Toronto. Lou dives into the Sox' season at large, why the Rafael Devers trade sparked this lineup, Garrett Crochet importance, and how they match up against the Blue 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 affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, to discuss the Leafs' new phase without Marner. They explore the team's future, the makeup of the third line, Morgan Rielly's potential improvement, and Chris Tanev's impact. The discussion also touches on Connor McDavid's buzz and whether the Leafs should consider it. Later, Adnan Virk (23:24) from MLB Network shares insights on the Eagles-Rams game and the Blue Jays' postseason strategy, including the choice between Berrois and Scherzer, Bo Bichette's importance, and the A.L. Central race.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.
Some takeaways from Leafs training camp so far! Domi is back, Rielly expectations, Robo scores, and happy birthday JT. Subscribe to The Jesse Blake Sports Report YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JesseBlakeTV?sub_confirmation=1Follow Jesse on Twitter at @JesseBlakeFollow Jesse on Instagram @Jesse.BlakeVisit https://sdpn.ca for more.Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.caReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!Join SDP VIP:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/joinApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 from BMO Field! The guys discuss the Alouettes and Argonauts' matchup, the Blue Jays looking to clinch a playoff spot against the Royals, the Bills' undefeated stretch beating the Dolphins, Morgan Rielly playing on the top power play and Max Domi on the first line. Toronto Argonauts head coach Ryan Dinwiddie joins to discuss the matchup against the Alouettes, his clash with the Elks and his coaching mentality for the season and Argonauts linebacker Wynton McManis joins the guys to dive into his role for the team and the team's winning run.
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.
Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving joined OverDrive to discuss the training camps beginning for team, Morgan Rielly's determination on the ice, the lines taking shape in camp, Auston Matthews' role entering the season and getting back to full health, the winger position on the first line, seeking the market to add, the goaltending choices in the crease and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Packers' victory against the Commanders and Jordan Love's impressive performance, Gavin McKenna's future in the league and if the Penguins land him, franchises without a superstar, the players that could be on the TSN Top 50 NHL Player list, the Chiefs' showdown against the Eagles and Marc-Andre Fleury signing a PTO with the Penguins. GriffsThePitch.com Columnist Richard Griffin joins to discuss the Blue Jays' closing stretch of the season, Kevin Gausman's playoff role and the handling of the bullpen and Morgan Rielly's season trajectory with the Maple Leafs.