Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Kypreos

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Knicks' historic comeback in the NBA Finals before welcoming in three-time Stanley Cup champion, Mr. Game 7, Justin Williams (11:28). They discuss Carolina's depth, Brandon Bussi's play, the top line's struggles, and Jordan Staal's leadership ahead of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on reports that the Senators are interested in Jake DeBrusk, Alex Tuch's value in free agency, and Darnell Nurse requesting a trade from the Edmonton Oilers. 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.

June 10, 2026 Hour 3 Seth Everett & Nick Kypreos. Seth talks Stanley Cup Final and the how good the broadcast has been in his opinion. Trent had a story and complete forgot what the story was. Nick Kypreos on the Stanley Cup Final

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the latest on the Oilers and their reported pursuit of Mike Babcock as head coach, with the NHLPA requesting that the league open its investigation into his Columbus tenure. Then, they look back on Carolina's Game 4 win over the Golden Knights to knot up the Stanley Cup Final, Brandon Bussi's performance in net, and whether Vegas should consider turning to Adin Hill over Carter Hart. Later, Sports 1440's Jason Gregor (31:45) stops by to discuss the Oilers' chaotic coaching search, why he's not sold on Babcock, and the likelihood that Darnell Nurse is moved in the offseason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the news out of Edmonton as the Oilers seem poised to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (8:25), stops by to help tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. He breaks down the first three games by the numbers, why Carolina should turn to Brandon Bussi, and why Mitch Marner has found more playoff success in Vegas than in Toronto. After, they get into a Stanley Cup Final-themed edition of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Bruce Cassidy's narrowing options, Michael McCarron signing a six-year extension with the Wild, and potential trade packages for Dylan Larkin. 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 Vegas' dramatic win over Carolina in Game 3 to go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Mitch Marner's hat trick, why he's found more playoff success with the Knights than with the Leafs, Vegas' blown four-goal lead, whether Brandon Bussi's relief appearance earned him the start in Game 4, and Brayden McNabb's toughness. Then, they discuss the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as head coach, what it means for the Leafs in their coaching search, Joe Pavelski emerging as a candidate, what a Calder Cup win would mean for Easton Cowan, Dylan Larkin revealing his list of preferred teams to be traded to, and the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock for head coach. 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 is back for the Friday edition, and he shares some stories from the draft combine in Buffalo with Nick Kypreos. Then, they recap Carolina's Game 2 win to even up the Stanley Cup Final before welcoming in former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:07) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac weighs in on Carolina's comeback, John Tortorella's costly challenge, Dylan Larkin's trade request, the Leafs' wide-reaching head coach search, and the reported deal Brad Treliving had that would've made Matthew Knies a Montreal Canadien. Later, Nick and Justin go deeper into the Leafs' reported Matthew Knies trade that fell through late, and whether John Chayka will revisit those trade talks this offseason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the final hour of the week, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne. They discuss John Tortorella's challenge, the Hurricanes' power play, and whether the series is back on after their comeback. They also explore the close Matthew Knies trade, Coach search updates for the Leafs, and the future of Dylan Larkin with the Red Wings. Next, they chat with Alanna Rizzo (26:50) about the Blue Jays' season and their hitting struggles, the team's offseason moves, the impact of Aaron Judge's injury, and the potential for avoiding a work stoppage. They wrap up by evaluating Kyle Tucker's 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 affiliate.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos to dive into his latest Offseason Trade Board! Nick shares his thoughts on the potential for Calgary to move Blake Coleman and Morgan Frost this offseason, the news of Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requesting a trade, the Oilers exploring spots for Darnell Nurse, and more! (22:31) Our goaltending analyst, Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine stops by to bring his breakdown of the goaltending we saw in Game One of the Stanley Cup Final between Vegas and Carolina, the scouting report on Calgary's Russian goaltending pipeline, and Minnesota adding a Director of Goaltending position! 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. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help tee it up, the Athletic's Jesse Granger joins the show (5:31) to share his impressions of Game 1, John Tortorella's impact, how William Karlsson's return balances Vegas' lineup, and the team's confidence in Carter Hart. Then, Nick, Gord and Sam react to Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Red Wings. Finally, Canucks Central's Satiar Shah stops by (34:25) to discuss Manny Malhotra being hired as head coach in Vancouver, the organisation's process, what he brings to the bench, whether the hire pushes them to pick Caleb Malhota in the draft, and the pressure on the Sedin twins.  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 Golden Knights' win over the Hurricanes to open the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Shea Theodore's bounce-back after an early mistake, John Tortorella's effective timeout, and the Hurricanes' top line running out of time to get going. Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson joins the show (11:10) to share his thoughts on Game 1, Vegas' star power, how the Canes can wake Sebastian Aho up, and whether Game 2 is a must-win for Carolina. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam assess Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy's potential fit as head coach 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.

Ahead of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee start with some news around the league with the Canucks promoting Manny Malhotra to head coach, and Chris MacFarland leaving Colorado to be the Predators' GM. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette, stops by (11:16) to help tee up Game 1 between Carolina and Vegas. Vally reflects on each team's path to the Final, who has the edge in net between Freddie Andersen and Carter Hart, whether the Hurricanes' top line can break through, and how K'Andre Miller and Taylor Hall have found their fit in Carolina. Later, they play a Cup Final-themed game of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin, and Sam wrap up with their series picks, Zach Werenski winning the Norris, and the Leafs-centric reporting around Mitch Marner. 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 Final is set! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Montreal Canadiens' elimination as the Carolina Hurricanes advance and take on the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss Kent Hughes' comments comparing the Habs' top line's struggles to Toronto's Core Four before former NHLer and father of Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake, Jason Blake, joins the show (10:40)! He discusses what's behind Jackson's playoff breakout, Rod Brind'Amour's impact, and how the Canes match up against the Knights. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Brendan Gallagher's future in Montreal after being scratched through the Eastern Conference Final, Canada's loss to Norway in the World Championship bronze-medal game, and the Leafs hiring Judd Bracket as assistant General Manager. 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 McKeen check in on the Toronto Maple Leafs' head coaching search after conflicting reports on the team's interest in interviewing Jay Woodcroft and speculation around David Carle's asking price. Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean joins the show (10:04) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes' well-rounded performance in the Eastern Conference Final, the Canadiens slowing down, the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly, the Blackhawks and Sharks shopping their top picks, and how Carolina would match up against Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the coverage around Mitch Marner and answer 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final, where the Hurricanes pushed the Canadiens to the brink of elimination. TVA's Ren Lavoie (7:21) joins them to remember the life and legacy of Claude Lemieux, and to weigh in on what's gone wrong for Montreal. Then, Stanley Cup Champion Glen Wesley (34:45) stops by to share his thoughts on the Canes' recent dominance, their blueprint on the blueline, and Rod Brind'Amour's impact behind the bench. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam look back on Canada's win over Team USA at the World Championships. 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 the second hour by discussing reports that Francisco Lindor could be available from the New York Mets. Should the Blue Jays pursue him? They also touch on the World Hockey Championships, including Ivar Stenberg's highlight-reel goal for Sweden and what it could mean for the Maple Leafs' draft plans and fan reaction surrounding Gavin McKenna. Later, the hosts are joined by Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne to discuss Mitch Marner's playoff success in Vegas, Auston Matthews' relationship with the Maple Leafs organization, and what may have come out of his recent meetings 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final: another overtime win for the Hurricanes over the Canadiens. They discuss the Canes' by-committee approach, a pair of missed calls in the late stages and the Habs' lack of shots. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (12:05), stops to break down the ECF by the numbers, the Hurricanes' depth making a difference and what's gone wrong for the Avalanche, before getting into another playoff edition of Grill Marks. Later, Justin and Sam discuss recent news about the Leafs' interest in David Carle for head coach, and Ivar Stenberg's performance at the World Championship. 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 Golden Knights' Game 3 win over the Colorado Avalanche to improve to 3-0 in the Western Conference Final. They discuss Colorado's blown three-goal lead, Vegas' depth production, Nathan MacKinnon's injury and John Tortorella's impact. Then, Sportsnet's David Amber joins the guys (13:02) to help tee up Game 3 in the East between the Hurricanes and Canadiens and discuss Rod Brind'Amour and Martin St. Louis' coaching chess match. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to chat about Frederik Andersen's play, recent Max Domi injury news, the Predators' interest in Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland, and John Chayka's reportedly 'positive' meeting with Auston Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look back on the Montreal Canadiens' statement Game 1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. Doug MacLean joins the guys (10:18) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac discusses the Hurricanes' rust in Game 1, if there's any concern around Frederik Andersen, the Habs' roster construction, how Cale Makar's injury changes the Western Conference Final, why he sees Bruce Cassidy landing with the Kings, and Lindy Ruff's extension with the Sabres. Later, Nick, Gord, and Sam tee up Game 2 between the Avalanche and Golden Knights before 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Golden Knights' Game 1 win over the Avalanche to kick off the Western Conference Final, and they discuss the pronounced impact of Cale Makar's absence. Then, former NHLer and current ESPN analyst Eddie Olczyk stops by (9:39 to help tee up Game 1 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes and share his thoughts on the rest vs. rust aspect, and who, between Frederik Andersen and Jakub Dobeš, has the edge in the goalie battle. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the coverage around Mitch Marner's playoff success, and they listen to both Rod Brind'Amour and Marty St. Louis' availability ahead of Game 1. 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 the news that Cale Makar will be out for the Avalanche in Game 1 against the Golden Knights. Then, they listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on John Tortorella skipping his post-game media availability. Afterwards, Avs analyst and former NHLer John-Michael Liles joins the guys (12:46) to discuss the weight of Makar's absence, Gabriel Landeskog's impact, and Scott Wedgewood's series outlook. Finally, Nick, Justin, and Sam get into Justin's recently published article about how NHL coaching tenures are trending down, Mike Babcock emerging in the Oilers' coaching search, and the Canucks narrowing in on promoting Manny Malhotra to their NHL bench. 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 their reaction to the Montreal Canadiens edging out the Buffalo Sabres in overtime in Game 7, Alex Newhook's clinching goal, and what went wrong for the Sabres right before the winner. Then, Clear Sight Analytics CEO and MSG analyst Steve Valiquette (9:32) joins the guys to chat about Jakub Dobeš' performance against the Sabres, whether Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be Buffalo's goaltender of the future, and what changes in his game he will need to make. Afterwards, Vally previews Golden Knights vs. Avalanche in the West Final, Mitch Marner's quality shots, and Scott Wedgewood vs. Carter Hart. To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Sam share their picks in both Conference Finals, discuss the Golden Knights losing their appeal for their media violation, and react to the Canucks firing head coach Adam Foote. 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 fill-in producer Cristian Ceniti discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with front office executives Brandon Pridham and Derek Clancey. Then, they react to the Oilers interviewing Craig Berube for head coach and the Leafs reaching out to David Carle. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (10:47) joins the guys to discuss the Canadiens and Sabres' second-round clash ahead of Game 7, the Habs' top line's struggles, Jakub Dobeš's mentality after being pulled in Game 6, Rasmus Dahlin's impact, and Lane Hutson's defensive jump. Afterwards, former NHLer and current TNT analyst Jody Shelley (32:13) stops by to look ahead of tonight's Game 7, including how the Hurricanes handle their long layoff in the Conference Finals, and whether the Golden Knights have a chance against the heavy-favourite Avalanche in the west. 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 a look into the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason. They discuss Vincent Trocheck's name popping up as a possible trade target, why the Leafs should take Matthew Knies off the table, and the decision around Matias Maccelli. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (14:57) joins the guys to share his thoughts on the team's decision to fire Craig Berube, why it didn't work out for him in Toronto, the best-available coaching candidates, why Bruce Cassidy doesn't seem like a realistic option, and why Auston Matthews asking out might not be the worst thing for the Leafs in the long run. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam listen to 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.

Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:04) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Canadiens pushing the Sabres to the brink,  why the Leafs should consider trading down in the draft, what went wrong for the Wild against the Avalanche, the league's punishment on the Golden Knights after John Tortorella shunned the media, what the Leafs should look for in their next head coach, and whether the Panthers can swing for Brady Tkachuk in a trade centered around the ninth-overall pick. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee answer 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off by reacting to some big news out in Western Canada: the Oilers parting ways with head coach Kris Knoblauch, and the Canucks announcing the Sedin twins as co-presidents and Ryan Johnson as GM. They discuss whether the Oilers' move forces the Leafs to act faster in the head-coaching market, and they evaluate Patrick Roy, Peter Laviolette, and Manny Malhotra's potential fit behind Toronto's bench. Later, Oilers Now's Bob Stauffer (28:45) stops by to discuss what led to the Oilers' decision on Knoblauch, who — aside from Bruce Cassidy — the team is considering to be the next head coach, and the Connor McDavid aspect of the coaching change. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the potential of a Morgan Rielly-Darnell Nurse swap. 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 Chris Wideman (6:57) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the strongest blueline between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens, Lane Hutson's development and game as a smaller defenceman, the Colorado Avalanche's comeback win to clinch a Western Conference Final spot over the Minnesota Wild, and if the Carolina Hurricanes are the team to beat in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After, Nick, Justin, and Sam McKee touch on the Vancouver Canucks introducing Daniel and Henrik Sedin as co-presidents and Ryan Johnson as general manager. Then, Avalanche beat writer Aarif Deen (33:48) joins the guys to discuss how the team climbed back from down 0-3 to win Game 5, concern levels for Cale Makar's arm injury, Brett Kulak's impact on the roster, and Nathan MacKinnon's clutch game-tying goal.  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.

Hour 3 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are joined by the Co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne on Sportsnet, Nick Kypreos! Nick gives his take on why the Colorado Avalanche were able to dispatch the Minnesota Wild in just 5 games. Then he gets into some moves that the Wild and Dallas Stars might need to make to stay competitive next year. Next, Nick brings us some insight into what going on with the Toronto Maple Leafs, in their front office and with Auston Matthews.   (18:12) Later on, the guys are joined by the Host of Oilers Now and Oilers Radio Colour Commenter, bob Stauffer! Bob breaks down why the Edmonton Oilers felt that now was the time to move on from former Head Coach Kris Knoblauch.. Then the guys get into the past few years of the Oilers and how the roster has deteriorated up until this point.   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. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Former Leafs GM and fill-in host Gord Stellick joins Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee to kick off the second hour, and he shares his reaction to Craig Berube's dismissal in Toronto. Then, former NHL player, executive and agent Brian Lawton (8:30) gives his take on the Oilers' leaked request to interview Bruce Cassidy before making a public decision on Kris Knoblauch, which team Cassidy fits best with, and how much influence star players have on franchise decisions in today's NHL. Later, Nick, Gord and Sam discuss Buffalo's disallowed goal after a 12-minute review, whether their fluky goal off the stanchion can be a series-turning point, and the Sedin twins emerging as an option to be co-Presidents in Vancouver. 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 the breaking news out of Toronto, as the Maple Leafs part ways with head coach Craig Berube after two seasons. They reflect on Berube's tenure, whether pushback from the fanbase had anything to do with the decision, how much influence Auston Matthews might've had, and what John Chayka means by 'organizational shift' as the team begins their search for a new bench boss. Later, they look at the head-coaching market and the Leafs' options, the market's expectations for the next coach, and whether the move changes the team's thinking about Matthews or the first-overall pick. 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 close Wednesday's show with Nick Kypreos discussing his latest article on Auston Matthews and the Leafs. They explore concerns about his future in Toronto, the team's direction under Chayka, and reactions to the Golden Knights blocking Bruce Cassidy's interview for the Oilers position. After the break, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (26:43) joins to analyze the Rays' dominance over the Blue Jays, the impact of injuries, and the current state of Vladdy's performance. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap Colorado Avalanche's Game 4 win over the Minnesota Wild, Josh Manson butt-ending Michael McCarron, before bringing on Sportsnet reporter Sean Reynolds (8:20) covering the series to get his thoughts on Minnesota on the verge of getting eliminated in Game 5, Colorado's goalie swap, Quinn Hughes' nearly playing 35 minutes, how Jared Bednar and his players adjusted to utilizing their depth, Cale Makar's performance during this series, does either Vegas Golden Knights or Anaheim Ducks have a chance against either Wild or Avs, and Hughes' future in Minnesota. Then, the guys chat about the Golden Knights withholding their permission for the Edmonton Oilers to interview Bruce Cassidy, the Oilers looking into a new head coach, and the Vancouver Canucks offering Ryan Johnson a head of hockey operations role.  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 follow up on Nick's recently published article about Craig Berube and Auston Matthews' future in Toronto. They discuss what role Matthews plays in Berube's chances of returning next season, and who John Chayka would want as the next head coach. Later, former NHLer P.J. Stock (28:10) joins the show ahead of Game 4 between the Habs and Sabres, and he reflects on how the Canadiens went from rebuilding to this point, Jakub Dobeš's confidence, whether Cole Caufield is on the brink of a breakthrough after scoring in Game 3, and Buffalo's keys to bouncing back in enemy territory with Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen back between the pipes. 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.

Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada's Gary Galley (6:42) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about Carolina Hurricanes sweeping the Philadelphia Flyers, Jackson Blake's stardom, how the Canes can stay focused with a long layoff before the Conference Finals, how the Montreal Canadiens have found success against the Buffalo Sabres, and the Colorado Avalanche's adjustments ahead of Game 4 vs. the Minnesota Wild. Then, former Montreal Canadien Kirk Muller (28:26) joins the guys to chat about bringing out the torch before Habs vs. Sabres, the physicality in the series, the pressure to perform in big markets, and working with Alexander Ovechkin as the current assistant coach for the Washington Capitals.  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 the Leafs parting ways with Shane Doan. They discuss Doan's history with John Chayka in Arizona before getting into how Chayka's reputation will affect his ability to make deals around the league, how free agents perceive the Toronto market, and how Auston Matthews' comments will impact the team's free-agent outlook. Then, they discuss Mitch Marner's hot playoff run in Vegas and what that says about his Leafs tenure. Later, they chat about potential trade landing spots for Matthews, whether the Leafs should trade down from the first overall pick, and signs pointing to Craig Berube remaining behind the bench 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the Draft Lottery, securing the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to last night's development and discuss what it means for the team's offseason direction. Nick Kypreos joins the show (13:17) to share his take on what the Leafs should do with the pick, whether it changes the plan for Auston Matthews or Craig Berube, and whether Mats Sundin will push for countryman Ivar Stenberg at the top of the draft. Later, former NHL scout Jason Bukala stops by (28:54) to discuss what the lottery win means for John Chayka, the trade value of the No. 1 pick, and why he has Stenberg ahead of Gavin McKenna on his big board. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for a pivotal moment in the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason: the NHL Draft Lottery. They discuss the different scenarios and what it'd mean for the Leafs to keep their pick, the signs pointing to the Leafs keeping Craig Berube for 2026-27, and Auston Matthews' mentality ahead of next season. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (32:53) stops by to share his thoughts on John Chayka and Mats Sundin's introduction, why he's not convinced a top-5 pick will make a big impact on a potential turnaround next season, and the noise around Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (2:47), joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for his weekly appearance. Vally weighs in on what's at the top of the Leafs' offseason to-do list after hiring John Chayka and Mats Sundin, who the Canucks should pick first overall if they win tonight's lottery, Andrei Vasilevskiy's comments on the Lightning's puck luck, what went wrong for the Stars in Round One, and what to expect from a Jakub Dobeš/Alex Lyon goalie matchup in Round Two. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam McKee react to a development for the Leafs in the lottery, Julien BriseBois reaffirming the Bolts' commitment to Jon Cooper, a missed icing call before the Golden Knights' game-winner, and Victor Hedman announcing that his absence was due to mental health. 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 reacts to the introduction of John Chayka and Mats Sundin as the Toronto Maple Leafs front office leadership and outlines how there is a lot of catching up to do for the organization. JD asks Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, what his biggest takeaway was from interviewing Chayka and Sundin, how he feels about Craig Berube's job security, what to make of Sundin's vague job title, the perspective of a Maple Leafs alumni, how quickly Chayka can earn his stripes, and about Morgan Reilly's fit.  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 their thoughts on the Montreal Canadiens' Game 7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, head coach Jon Cooper's post-game comments, and Martin St. Louis rallying his team after their win. Then, New Toronto Maple Leafs' General Manager John Chayka and Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations Mats Sundin (11:00) joins Nick and Justin in-studio to discuss working in the city, their relationship with each other since the Memorial Cup days, the hiring process and agreeing to work together, the next steps for the organization and roster, the timeline to constructing a Stanley Cup winning team, Sundin's role during a season, culture in the locker room, Auston Matthews' future, if a clean slate is on the horizon, how Chayka could use analytics in his job, and Mats returning to the Leafs' organization.  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 have officially announced Mats Sundin as Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations and John Chayka as General Manager. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on Keith Pelley's decision, their expectations for the newly hired duo, and listen back on a contentious introductory press conference. Then, they discuss Craig Berube's future behind the bench in Toronto and Chayka's ties to Auston Matthews. Later, they listen to the Oilers' Locker Room Clean-Out availability and discuss some harsh remarks from Leon Draisaitl about the team's direction. 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 check the temperature of the Leafs' GM search as the team is reportedly continuing to negotiate terms with John Chayka and Mats Sundin. Later, former Coyotes video coach and ESPN's Steve Peters (17:46) shares what Chayka brings to the GM role, his path to being GM in Arizona, what role the Coyotes' ownership played in his tenure, and why he can find success in Toronto. Later, Flyers President of Hockey Ops, Keith Jones (36:31), stops by following Philadelphia's OT win over the Penguins to advance to the second round, and he discusses the young team's bright future, Rick Tocchet's impact and Matvei Michkov's development.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

Hockey Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup Champion Kevin Lowe (4:10) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the Oilers-Ducks First Round series, playing through injuries in the playoffs, Evan Bouchard's growth in his game, Paul Coffey's impact behind the bench, his thoughts on Chris Pronger's recollection of his 2006 exit in Edmonton while Kevin was the general manager, and Connor Ingram's backing of his head coach. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee preview Game 6, Minnesota Wild pushing the Dallas Stars on the brink of elimination, Vancouver Canucks' GM search, and the Montreal Canadiens taking a commanding series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning.  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 with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs, as reports suggest the team is waiting on Mats Sundin's decision regarding a potential front-office pairing with John Chayka. Then, they look back on last night's playoff action, including the Bruins' overtime win to keep their season alive. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (31:25) stops by to shed more insight on the Leafs, what the structure of a Sundin/Chayka combo might look like, where the team would turn if Mats turns them down, and Chayka's fit 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.

Former NHLer and co-host of the Snow the Goalie podcast, Chris Therien (4:38), joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne ahead of Game 6 between the Flyers and Penguins, with Philadelphia a game away from closing out their first-round series. He discusses Matvei Michkov's apparent return to the lineup, Rick Tocchet's impact, his confidence in Dan Vladar, and potential consequences if they blow a 3-0 series lead. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Oilers keeping their season alive with a complete effort over the Ducks, Brady Tkachuk's comments on his future in Ottawa, and the Habs' mentality heading into 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start by remembering legendary Sportsnet broadcaster John Garrett. They check in on the Maple Leafs' GM search, which appears to have hit an impasse as they await a decision from Mats Sundin. Later, Stanley Cup champion Brad May stops by (19:08) to discuss the importance of culture in the Leafs' GM search, Sundin's potential fit in the front office, and the vibe in Buffalo with the Sabres a game away from the second round. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Connor McDavid's uncertain status ahead of Game 5, what's at stake for Edmonton if they lose, and the Oilers' decision to go back to Connor Ingram in an elimination stage. 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.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (5:48) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to remember former goaltender and legendary Canucks broadcaster John Garrett before diving into the future of the Ottawa Senators' goaltending after getting swept by the Carolina Hurricanes, how the series catered to Frederik Andersen, 'dead angle' goals, the differences in offence between the regular season and playoffs, how the Canes have excelled in post-season goals, how Connor Ingram has struggled against the Anaheim Ducks but reasons to have him start in Game 5 over Tristan Jarry, and how the Montreal Canadiens can get past Andrei Vasilevskiy. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Game 5 and Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios addressing Brady Tkachuk'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 affiliates.

Hour 3 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off hour 3 the guys are joined by the Co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne on Sportsnet, Nick Kypreos! Nick gives us his takes on the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Then he gives us some insight on the Toronto Maple Leafs GM search, and his thoughts on Brady Tkachuk's future in Ottawa.   (26:30) Later on, we rake your best texts, and tell you about a $100,000 race that anyone could win.   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. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee lead off with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM search, which is reportedly hanging on a decision from Mats Sundin. Later, following the Hurricanes' First-Round sweep over the Ottawa Senators, Carolina head coach Rod Brind'Amour joins the show (14:42) to reflect on Round One, Frederik Andersen's post-season so far, Jordan Staal's leadership, and more. Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Brady Tkachuk's lack of production in the series and his future in Ottawa, before they're joined by Jason Bukala (32:16) from the U-18 World Championship in Slovakia. Buks chats about how teams are approaching the draft in June, who the Leafs might target if they keep their pick, his roster-construction takeaways from the First Round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, and Tkachuk's trade value. 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 Hockey Hall of Famer, 6-time Stanley Cup champion and current ESPN analyst Mark Messier (0:39) to chat about what went wrong for the Ottawa Senators as they get swept by the Carolina Hurricanes, the increased physicality and intensity in playoff games compared to the regular season, the Ducks' keys to gaining a 3-1 advantage over the Oilers, whether Maxwell Crozier's hit on Juraj Slafkovský had a major impact on their series, and why Brandon Hagel has been invaluable for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on the controversial Ducks' OT winning goal, the Buffalo Sabres taking a commanding series lead over the Boston Bruins, and the L.A. Kings getting swept by the Colorado Avalanche. 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 President, GM and Head Coach, Doug MacLean (1:38) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the rumblings surrounding the next general manager with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks, the lack of veteran names in the running, why the Leafs should not hire a 'first-time GM', Taylor Hall's hit on Jake Sanderson, Philadelphia Flyers looking like a complete team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, if he believes in the young Montreal Canadiens, and Connor McDavid's scoreless to start the post-season. Then, Nick, Justin and Daniele Franceschi revisit Travis Green's post-game comments on Hall's hit on his defenceman, Rod Brind'Amour's view on the collision, and the Colorado Avalanche taking a commanding 3-0 series lead over the L.A. Kings.  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.