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English, Winter sports, 1 season, 723 episodes, 3 days, 4 hours, 14 minutes
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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne talk all things Blue and White on The FAN’s daily Leafs podcast. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 3pm-5pm ET.
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Patience in the Prairies

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with a recap of an eventful weekend in the NHL, including an unexpected result in the Battle of Alberta. They are joined by Flames' analyst Eric Francis (3:32), who weighs in on Calgary's recent hot stretch, whether it changes their deadline plans at all, the price for Tanev and their hesitancy to make a move with ex-GM Brad Treliving in Toronto. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news and notes - rookie Matt Rempe turning heads with his fists in New York, Chelios gets his jersey retired in Kane's 'showtime' return to Chicago and the Canucks reportedly taking calls on Elias Pettersson.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.
2/26/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Going Streaking

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' extending their win streak with a win against the Avalanche over the weekend. They discuss what's spurred this recent change in play, the power play starting to heat up and how much this streak changes perceptions of the team inside and outside the facility. Then, they get into Saturday's game, Colorado's intimidating top-end talent, Bertuzzi's birthday hat trick and the sustainability of the bottom six's elevated play. Later, a conversation about Samsonov's recent stretch, how much credit he deserves over the win streak and how Joseph Woll will be reintroduced to the team now that he's been cleared from his ankle injury.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.
2/26/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Deadline Landing Spots with Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac delves into the Leafs' dominant stretch and how it affects their deadline approach, if there's any concern for the Canucks who've lost 3 straight and the Jets' attendance issues. Then, he goes through some of the headline trade targets and where they might land. To close out the week, they regroup with Sam McKee to 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.
2/23/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Dominance in the Desert

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' win last night over the Golden Knights in Vegas. They get into one of the season's most impressive wins, a more balanced line rotation, how the Rielly/Greig incident rallied the team, Domi's expanded role and Rielly's return. Then, a wider view of the roster as is and why their recent win streak reinforces an 'all-in' approach to the deadline. They are joined by the Athletic's Joshua Kloke (35:59), who shares his thoughts on a more relaxed vibe around the Leafs' locker room, how this recent stretch has impacted their deadline plans and the evolution of their leadership group.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/23/202449 minutes, 44 seconds
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Award Race Review

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with NHL Network's Mike Kelly, who runs through award races - Auston Matthews' early case for the Hart Trophy, Quinn Hughes running away with the Norris and Faber vs. Bedard for the Calder. Then, he discusses which teams are better or worse than their records according to underlying analytics. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Quinton Byfield's entry for goal of the year, landing spots for Markstrom and Saros, the latest on the Coyotes' search for a new arena and Seattle on the verge of becoming sellers.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.
2/22/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Matthews Hits 50 in Homecoming

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs extending their winning streak to 5 games with their 6-3 win over the Coyotes last night. They get into the defensive pairing chemistry, Matthews reaching the 50-goal mark, Tavares' reduced role, Bertuzzi's struggles and Marner's recent stretch of incredible playmaking.  They are joined by former captain of the Golden Knights Deryk Engelland (35:39), who tees up tonight's game between Vegas and Toronto and shares his thoughts on Vegas' title defence efforts thus far, Mark Stone's injury, who steps up in his absence and what weaknesses they need to address 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. 
2/22/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Parity Panic

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Bruins and their recent struggles as the absences of Patrice Bergeron and David Krejčí finally start to take shape. Eddie Olzcyk (2:24) joins them to tee up Boston's game against the Oilers tonight, Edmonton's stretches of inconsistency, Paul Coffey's impact behind the bench and a look at teams' deadline outlooks around the league. Finally, they regroup with Sam to chat about the panic-mode Penguins, Dubas' presser, potential landing spots for Jake Guentzel and if Crosby should be made available for trade.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.
2/21/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Coyotes & Crouse Curiosity

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look ahead to the Leafs' game tonight against the Coyotes, Toronto's past struggles in the desert, Matthews eyeing his 50th in his homecoming and whether it's concerning how much the team relies on him. Is Keefe doing enough to get the most out of depth players? Then, a chat about trade deadline and all-in scenarios for the Leafs. Finally, they are joined Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong (25:50) to tee up tonight's game, the young core's development and how active they might be 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.
2/21/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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Hartman vs. Winnipeg II

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour by revisiting Hartman vs. Perfetti as the Wild and Jets matchup tonight, Perfetti's comments post-game and the trend of players airing on-ice business to the media. Joining the conversation, Jets analyst Sean Reynolds (6:34) sets the stage for the game and discusses the Jets' early returns on Monahan, how active they will be at the deadline and Rick Bowness' Jack Adams case. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - a review of Jagr night in Pittsburgh, the Penguins' options at the deadline and Tampa at risk of missing the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/20/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: No Mo, No Problem

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are back from the long weekend and they start with the news that Morgan Rielly's suspension being upheld and the team's success without him. Then, they get into the Leafs' 4-2 win against the Blues yesterday - Marner and Matthews clicking, Knies having a bigger impact and a look at special teams with Nylander playing the PK and Bertuzzi getting the nod on PP1 over Tavares. Finally, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (34:53) weighs in on the odd trend of the Leafs winning without top players in the lineup, McMann's grit, the goalie situation and why the Treliving should be conservative 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.
2/20/202449 minutes, 38 seconds
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Asset Assessments with Jason Bukala

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the Flames' 6-3 loss to the Sharks last night and if that was the final nail in the coffin for Calgary to begin offloading players. They are joined by former NHL scout Jason Bukala (5:19) who delves into what Tanev & Hanafin would cost in a trade, the value of picks for this year's draft cycle and which organizations are in the best & worst positions in terms of tradeable assets. To close out the week, they 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.
2/16/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Matthews Doesn't Miss

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' win over the Flyers last night - Matthews putting the team on his back, a familiar game script, Bertuzzi's goal-drought nightmare continuing and the trend of slow starts. Then, confidence checks on Samsonov as Woll's status stays mysterious. Later, they are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (35:32) to get into the Leafs' needs, who to target at the trade deadline and who will be made available for trade.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.
2/16/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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Columbus Cuts Ties With Kekäläinen

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with the news of the day that the Blue Jackets are parting ways with long-time general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen. Joining the conversation, Sportsnet analyst David Amber (6:00) shares his thoughts on what went wrong for Kekäläinen, the timing of the decision and possible replacements. Then, he gets into Crosby's future in Pittsburgh if they miss the playoffs again, who will wear the 'C' for Team Canada and the best trade target at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - which teams are legitimate cup threats, the Penguins' struggles continue and how shifts in the NCAA impact junior hockey.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. 
2/15/202449 minutes, 55 seconds
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Leafs Hour: At 'C' Level

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the Flyers as they come to town to take on the Leafs, and John Tortorella's comments on young players' expectations entering the NHL. Looking ahead to the game, they discuss Marner, Tavares and Nylander coming back from illness and Giordano's injury status. After, a chat about whether Morgan Rielly could or should be the Leafs' next captain. Finally, Flyers GM Daniel Brière (27:19) shares how he's approaching the trade deadline, the addition of Jamie Drysdale and the decision to name Sean Couturier captain.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.
2/15/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Kessel Making a Comeback?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour looking back on Connor McDavid's 6-assist night and if the NHL should change how they count secondary assists. They are joined by SN650's Mike Halford (5:43), who discusses the Canucks' composed win over the Blackhawks last night, their reported interest in Phil Kessel, how acquiring Lindholm changes the dynamics of Pettersson's extension and what other moves might be coming. Then, news and notes - Ridly Greig speaks on Rielly's cross-check for the first time, Brady Tkachuk's hat trick and the Islanders looking bleak. Finally, the guys share their plans for Valentine's 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 affiliates.
2/14/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Depth Delivers

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Morgan Rielly's 5-game suspension, the 'Leafs conspiracy' when it comes to suspensions and what could come from his appeal. Then, on the Leafs' win last night over the Blues, overcoming the team's Frankenstein lineup, McMann's hat-trick, Bertuzzi's goal demons and the Brodie/Liljegren top D-pair. Then, on the Leafs' goalie situation with murmurings of Matt Murray's potential return. Finally, to keep Nick Robertson or to sell?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.
2/14/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Deadline Decisions with Elliotte Friedman

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour still awaiting a Morgan Rielly suspension ruling, and they take a look at the goalie trade market with Markstrom, Saros and Gibson potentially all on the table. They are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (8:43) to share the latest on Rielly and why the league upgraded it to an in-person hearing. Then, a look at what type of return Calgary is looking for in trades, why teams are making moves earlier and how aggressive the Leafs will be at the deadline. Finally, news and notes - Pietrangelo & Marchand reach the 1000 games mark, what Tampa does at the deadline and whether the Kraken are buyers or sellers.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.
2/13/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Reality Without Rielly

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Morgan Rielly's delayed suspension hearing, why it's taking so long, which precedent it will follow and how many games they think he'll get. They look ahead to tonight's Leafs game against the Blues, McCabe taking the power-play QB role, which player Keefe should try next to Matthews and Marner next and how long Samsonov's leash is with Hildeby in as the backup. They are joined by Blues' President of Hockey Ops. and GM Doug Armstrong (27:10) to share the progress on St. Louis' rebuild, Robert Thomas' development and the decision to fire Craig Berube. 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.
2/13/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Reigniting the Rivalry

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more reflections from Super Bowl 58 before welcoming Sportsnet's Ian Mendes (2:29) to the show. He gets into Saturday's rendition of the Battle of Ontario and the controversial empty-net goal from Ridly Grieg, Ottawa redefining their identity and why the extra scrappiness is good for the game. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - what the Flames do with their expiring defencemen, more moves coming for the Habs, whether Walman's game-winning griddy crossed a line and Ovechkin starting to heat up.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.
2/12/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Saturday Night Brouhaha

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee return from the weekend and start with a recap of Super Bowl Sunday and Canadian golfer Nick Taylor's latest heroics, this time at the Waste Management Open. They get into the aftermath of Saturday night's tilt with the Senators and their reaction to Morgan Rielly's cross-check of Ridly Greig. The guys debate what merits a sufficient suspension for Rielly, how the NHL and George Parros will view it and if this incident blew up because it featured the Maple Leafs. They, also discuss if Rielly's reaction to Greig was a sign of larger frustration with the season and if other Leafs should have joined their teammate. After the break, they listen to Claude Giroux's take on Rielly-Greig, take a look at the state of Leafs' D without Rielly and discuss Joseph Woll's much-anticipated return to practice.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.
2/12/202449 minutes, 58 seconds
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Canadian Teams' Arms Race

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Mikhail Sergachev's injury, his comments on social media and how the Lightning move forward without him. They are joined by Doug MacLean (6:58) for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance! Mac discusses his new job before taking a look at the Canadian teams - why the Canucks still need to be aggressive at the deadline, the market for Hanifin and Tanev, an update on the Senators' search for a head coach and the Jets' losing streak. Finally, 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.
2/9/202449 minutes, 40 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Early Playoff Outlook

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are back after a brief break for the NBA trade deadline. They start with the Leafs' win over the Stars on Wednesday night, the passion of the McCabe/Benoit pairing, overreliance on the stars and Samsonov's worrying performance. Then, a chat about Brad Treliving's top priorities ahead of the deadline and Tavares' 5-on-5 struggles. They are joined by former GM Gord Stellick (30:18), who weighs in on what an ideal deadline looks like for the Leafs, where they can get a boost internally and which players can be relied on to turn their underwhelming seasons around in the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Oilers' Streak Dies in the Desert

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the Oilers' win streak coming to an end against the Golden Knights last night, the playoff atmosphere, Adin Hill's lockdown performance and McDavid showing frustration. They are joined by former NHLer and NHL Network analyst Brian Boyle (5:48), who shares his thoughts on the game, a player's POV of coaching changes, the benefits of mid-season adversity and which team needs to make a splash at the deadline. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - how far the Flames go with their fire sale, Dillon's dirty check on Acciari and rumours that news regarding Arizona's NHL future is coming soon.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.
2/7/202449 minutes, 55 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Dancing With the Stars

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with some takeaways from last night's heavyweight battle between the Oilers and Golden Knights and the skill discrepancy between them and the Leafs. Then, assessing some of the Leafs' unanswered questions ahead of their game against the Stars - offensive production falling off, Tavares' concerning decline and whether it's too late for a coaching change. They are joined by former Stars goalie Marty Turco (30:22), who weighs in on the Stars' status in the competitive west, their defensive depth, where they'll go at the deadline and the new era led by Robinson & Hintz ushering in a bright 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.
2/7/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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Edmonton Eyes History

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the breaking news that a decision regarding Arizona's future in the NHL could come down this weekend. They are joined by Sportsnet NHL analyst Louie Debrusk (1:43) to tee up the Oilers' chance at tying the all-time win-streak record with a win against the Golden Knights tonight. He gets into the Oilers' identity, the biggest factor driving the win streak, Skinner's torrid stretch in net, the blueline's turnaround and what they might add at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam to go through what Team Canada's lines may look like at the Four Nation Face-Off.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. 
2/6/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Pierre's Payback

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' loss last night to the Islanders at home, Pierre Engvall's odd video tribute ahead of his game-winner, a concerning amount of defensive lapses, Keefe's deployment of the power play, Liljegren's role and Samsonov's performance. They are joined by former NHL exec Mike Futa (33:16), who weighs in on the physical aspect of Knies' game, the Leafs' mistake-prone blueline, what the team should do at the deadline and if a coaching change is on the table. 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.
2/6/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Streaking Past the Break with Claude Julien

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more takeaways from All-Star weekend. They are joined by former NHL head coach Claude Julien (6:01), who shares his thoughts on the Oilers' win streak, coaching win streaks and getting players back into the grind of the regular season after the All-Star break. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Kings' dismissal of Todd McLellan and Patrick Roy's return to the NHL.  Later, The Athletic's Ian Mendes (27:19) joins the show to break down what we learned from the London Police Department's press conference on the investigation into the 2018 Canadian Junior team today.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.
2/5/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Back to Business

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their thoughts on All-Star weekend, a more entertaining Skills Competition, Kucherov's lack of effort and the celebrity presence. Then, back into the thick of the Leaf's regular season as they host the Islanders tonight - the chance for a letdown after the break, Kampf and Woll's injury status and who the Leafs' X factor player is for the remainder of the season. Former NHLer, coach and MSG Network Islanders analyst Butch Goring (33:35) joins them to tee up tonight's game and share how the inconsistent Isles have changed under new coach Patrick Roy.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.
2/5/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Expansion Equation

Live from NHL All-Star Fan Fair, Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly (0:33). He gets into the Hockey Canada 2018 investigation, growing the game with Four Nations Faceoff and Salt Lake City expansion. They regroup with Sam McKee for a deeper dive into expansion and how many teams the league could sustain. Afterwards, they are joined by the mayor of Fan Fair, Gord Stellick (26:16), who shares some All-Star memories, his thoughts on the Four Nations Faceoff, NHL expansion in Canada and teams to watch 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.
2/2/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Live at Fan Fair with Michael Bublé

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are live at All-Star Fan Fair to break down a news-filled day in the NHL! They start with last night's All-Star draft, the presentation, the celebrity presence and which team looks the best. Then, on Gary Bettman's presser, his comments on the accused players in the London police investigation and the announcement that NHL players are returning to the Olympics. They are joined by Grammy winner and celebrity All-Star captain Michael Bublé (14:26), who discusses his experience at the draft and his Canucks fandom. Later, looking ahead at the Four Nation Faceoff planned for next year. Finally, reacting to Todd McLellan's dismissal in LA and the Jets acquiring Sean Monahan from the Habs.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.
2/2/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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All In with Patrik Allvin

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with Canucks GM Patrik Allvin (3:37) to discuss the trade for Elias Lindholm. He shares insight into the negotiation process, their long-term plan for Lindholm and whether we should expect more moves out of Vancouver. They regroup with Sam McKee for a chat about how Lindholm changes Pettersson's extension negotiations. Later, an early Off-The-Rails Friday appearance from Doug MacLean (26:19)! He shares his thoughts on the Lindholm trade, whether the Flames' fire sale will pay off long-term, who to keep between Hanifin and Tanev, and this year's shaken-up All-Star festivities. 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.
2/1/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: NHL Trade Train Gets Rolling

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with last night's blockbuster between the Flames and Canucks headlined by Elias Lindholm heading to Vancouver and Andrei Kuzmenko going to Calgary. They share their thoughts on the deal, the price for Lindholm and his fit with the Canucks. Did the Leafs miss out? Then, going through who will compete in each event in the Skills Competition. Finally, they are joined by Sportsnet 650's Pat Steinberg (32:12) to break down the Lindholm trade, if Kuzmenko will be flipped, what Lindholm brings to Vancouver and what moves come next for the Flames. 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.
2/1/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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Final Night Before the Break

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the goalies' reduced part in All-Star weekend and why the $100k reward for winning the shootout competition is not worth the risk of injury. Then, Emily Kaplan (3:16) of ESPN delves into why this year's All-Star weekend is more exciting than previous years, rumblings of expansion and how the NHL will handle the 2018 WJC situation. Later, she takes a look at the deadline and teams to keep an eye on. Finally, they regroup with Sam to go through The Athletic's player poll results.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.
1/31/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Two T.O.s & CuJo

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with Katie Strang (3:49) of The Athletic to discuss developments in the Canada Junior 2018 scandal, the legal proceedings ahead of a trial, the next steps and what punishment the league might hand down ahead of any criminal conviction. Then, they regroup with Sam McKee for a short chat about expansion and what a second Toronto team would mean for the league. Joining the conversation, former NHLer Curtis Joseph (26:35) shares some memories from All-Star, then his thoughts on the Leafs' goalie situation and power play problems.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.
1/31/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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All-Star Memories with PK Subban

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with Frank Seravelli (2:41) of Daily Faceoff, who weighs in on reports of the Senators' interest in Chris Tanev, Stamkos' free agent future, Sean Monahan's market, the Pens' plan for Guentzel and which Canadian team - buyer or seller - will make the biggest splash at the deadline. Later, former NHLer PK Subban joins the show (26:13) to discuss his time training with Kyper growing up, his transition to the media, memories from the All-Star game and why he decided to hang 'em up when he did.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.
1/30/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Special Teams with Adam Oates

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with some thoughts on the All-Star events this week, where Matthews might go with his first pick and what to expect from the skills competition. They are joined by Hockey Hall of Famer Adam Oates (10:49), who reminisces on his own All-Star experiences, the changes made to the skills competition and the art of the breakaway. Then, he delves into what makes a good power-play. Finally, Senators' analyst Jason York (34:25) discusses the Sens' goaltending issues, their plan for the deadline, the veteran presence of Giroux and Chychrun's future in Ottawa.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.
1/30/202449 minutes, 35 seconds
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Calamity in Columbus

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with Blue Jackets reporter Aaron Portzline (4:23) to discuss the mess in Columbus - Patrick Laine checking into the NHL's player assistance program, David Jiricek's frustration at being demoted to the AHL again and how GM Jarmo Kekäläinen will approach the deadline. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Todd McLellan's seat starting to heat up as the Kings struggles continue, Chris Tanev/Senators rumours and Kuzmenko potentially on the way out of 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.
1/29/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Evaluations at the All-Star Break

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' closing their pre-All-Star break stretch strong with another win over the Jets. They give their take on the game, Ryan Reaves scoring in his return to the ice, the controversial no-goal call, and whether Samsonov is fully back. Later, the guys give out their All-Star-break evaluations to different parts of the team thus far this season (34:09).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.
1/29/202449 minutes, 55 seconds
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Tocchet's Truth

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Doug MacLean (1:46) for Off-The-Rails Friday! Mac delves into the Oilers' win streak, Tocchet pushing back on media coverage of his Pettersson criticism, Patrick Roy's second chance in the NHL and Gallagher's elbow on Pelech. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - live reactions to Gallagher receiving a 5-game ban, Roy's reception in Montreal, Tocchet's comments to the media and Oliver Kylington returning to the ice for Calgary. Finally, 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.
1/26/202449 minutes, 55 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Power-Play Powering Down

Nick Kypreos starts by sharing stories from yesterday's Night with the Blue and White Gala with Justin Bourne and Sam McKee. Then, looking ahead to the Leafs’ game on Saturday against the Jets - Jarnkrok's injury in practice today, what the team does with Reaves now that he's been activated off of IR, if Sheldon Keefe should split up the top power-play unit and Nylander's post-extension slump.  Later, former NHLer and NHL analyst Brad May (32:06) shares his thoughts on the Leafs' regular season urgency, how the team should deal with Tavares and Brodie showing their ages and the power-play problem. 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.
1/26/202449 minutes, 47 seconds
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Roy Returns to Montreal

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with PJ Stock (0:26) to tee up Patrick Roy's return to Montreal - how the fans might react, the Habs' passiveness under Martin St. Louis, if the Islanders' roster is the best match for Roy and who the Canadiens will make available at the trade deadline. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Drew Doughty calls out the Kings' effort after another loss, Tocchet criticizes Pettersson and the Panthers get off to a scrappy start against the Coyotes.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.
1/25/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Is Samsonov Back?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with an uncharacteristic 1-0 win for the Leafs over the Jets and Samsonov's miraculous resurgence. Is his stellar play sustainable? Or are the Leafs better off with the low-maintenance Martin Jones in the backup spot when Woll returns? Then, more on the game - the team's slow start, the lack of secondary scoring and Keefe benching the stars on the power play. Finally, Sportsnets' Luke Gazdic (33:14) weighs in on Keefe's benching decision, Nick Robertson earning more trust and whether Reaves could get back into the lineup.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.
1/25/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Senators Selling D-Men

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more comments on the 2018 World Juniors investigation. Joining the conversation, Senators reporter Ian Mendes (3:10) shares his thoughts on the new developments to the investigation, whether the Sens' deadline plans will include Jakob Chychrun and if Korpisalo can turn his rough season around. Finally, news and notes - the owner of the Utah Jazz pushes for NHL expansion in Salt Lake, Edmonton's win streak reaches 14 games and time running out for the Flames to pick a 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.
1/24/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Test Against the Jets

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with developments in the Hockey Canada scandal as 5 players have been told to surrender to London Police. Then, onto a crucial test for the Leafs against the Jets, whether they are physically prepared, Robertson's opportunity with Bertuzzi out and the growing divide between the core four and the rest of the team. They are joined by Jets' reporter Ken Wiebe (29:08) to tee up tonight's game, the Jets' strong defensive system, Bowness' impact and the sustainability of their success.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.
1/24/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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The New Coach Bump With Bruce Boudreau

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with Carter Hart taking an indefinite leave of absence from the Flyers shortly after Dillon Dube did the same with the Flames and if it may connect to the Hockey Canada scandal in 2018. They are joined by former coach and NHL Networks' Bruce Boudreau (4:31), who discusses his transition from the bench to the media, the influx of mid-season coaching changes, Quinn Hughes' Norris-Trophy-jump and why Toronto's slump will help in the long run. Finally, news and notes - Oliver Kylington returns to the Flames after 19 months away, Jakob Chychrun voices frustrations for being in trade talks again after being traded last season and the Devils extend and promote GM Tom Fitzgerald.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.
1/23/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Blueline & Goalie Decisions

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look ahead at the Leafs' final two tilts before the All-Star Break against the Jets. They get into the significance of the pair of games, the gamble of rolling out Samsonov, Joseph Woll making progress, Winnipeg's stingy defence and Giordano once again getting scratched. They are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (28:47), who weighs in on the Ryan Reaves IR situation, what the Leafs could do with him, the team's defensive struggles and the long-term plan for Samsonov.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.
1/23/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Oilers Pick Up Perry

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more on Corey Perry signing with the Oilers, the off-ice aspect, what Perry brings to the team and what the market was for him as a free agent. They are joined by NHL Network's Mike Rupp (11:44), who weighs in on the signing, how it might impact Edmonton's locker room and the deal's timing. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Islanders bringing in Patrick Roy. Finally, news & notes - more on Roy, if old-school coaching tactics still work in the modern NHL, Patrice Bergeron potentially working towards an NHL comeback and the Senators hearing offers on Jakob Chychrun.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.
1/22/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Wrapping up the Road Trip

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' back-to-back over the weekend and thoughts on the team's aspirations this season as they return from an up-and-down West Coast road trip. They get into the games themselves - Martin Jones starting to cool off, penalty kill problems and concern levels for Tavares' slump. Then, a chat about the Leafs' tradeable assets and what sort of return the Leafs could get for guys like Nick Robertson & Pontus Holmberg. Later, the Oilers sign Corey Perry and whether the Leafs missed an opportunity or dodged a bullet. Finally, Ryan Reaves voices frustrations from the sidelines and Samsonov is gaining momentum in net.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.
1/22/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Canucks Extend Rutherford

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi start with the news of the day that the Canucks have signed president Jim Rutherford to a 3-year extension. Joining the conversation, Canucks columnist Iain MacIntyre (4:53) discusses how the team has transformed from their disastrous state last season, Rich Tocchet's impact, Pettersson's contract situation and how aggressive they will be at the deadline. Later, news and notes - Shane Pinto returns to the Senators, whether the Flames should be buyers or sellers at the deadline and the Kings starting to crumble. They close the week with 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.
1/19/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Recouping In Calgary

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in Daniele Franceschi (filling in for Sam McKee) and they start with the much-needed win for the Leafs over the Flames last night. They get into Matthews' goal-scoring dominance, a weight off of Keefe's shoulders, the clutch video review, Tavares' recent struggles and Nylander's drought since his extension. They are joined by former NHL goalie Carter Hutton (31:25), who shares his thoughts on his transition from the ice to the media, Martin Jones answering the call with Woll nursing an ankle sprain, potential lingering effects of ankle injuries for goalies and Samsonov's mental reset. Finally, he takes a look at unique goaltending situations and trends around the league.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.
1/19/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Trade Market Projections

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with NHL Network's Brian Lawton (5:26) who shares his thoughts on whether it's time for Winnipeg & Vancouver to push 'all-in,' the difficulty of upgrading a blueline via trade and when and how often execs should hold press conferences. Later, the guys regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Lindy Ruff shows frustration at a reporter, the Kings' horrid recent stretch and Dubas declares the Penguins won't trade Guentzel.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.
1/18/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Could Leafs Be Sellers?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the development that the Leafs have fallen out of the top 3 of the Atlantic Division and the idea of them missing the playoffs becoming more real. How will their recent skid impact their direction at the deadline? Then, evaluating Treliving's signings after the halfway point of the season. Finally, Sportsnets' Eric Francis (29:52) tees up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Flames and discusses the status of Calgary's rumoured trade-assets now that the team is starting to string together some wins.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.
1/18/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Deadline Directions with Jason Bukala

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with another look at the Oilers' performance last night and the unsung impact of Zach Hyman. They are joined by former NHL scout Jason Bukala (4:19), who shares his thoughts on Matthews vs. McDavid last night, a by-the-numbers evaluation of the Leafs' core four's recent stretch and why Toronto should stand pat at the deadline. Then, he takes a look around the league - which teams will go all-in at the deadline and which are planning for more minor moves. Finally, picking winners in playoff matchups if the season ended today.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.
1/17/202449 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Questions & Concerns

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 4-2 loss to the Oilers last night, the Leafs' passing flaws, how much of the defensive lapses are personnel-based, Keefe's lack of trust in the team and Marner's post-game comments. Then, concern levels rising for Brodie on defence and Tavares on offence and if the Leafs should consider moving JT out to the wing. Later, they are joined by Flames forward Nazem Kadri (39:44), who discusses his side's 4-game win streak, how Calgary has bounced back from a rocky start to the season, using trade rumours as motivation them and why players love to beat 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 affiliates.
1/17/202449 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Hottest Team in Hockey

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer and Oilers analyst Rob Brown (1:44) who discusses the origin of 'Down Goes Brown,' Paul Coffee's impact behind the Oilers bench, Evander Kane's diminishing role and Mattias Ekholm's leadership. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes around the league - the Blackhawks give Dickinson a big, confusing extension, what kind of interest Merzļikins could command in the trade market and BriseBois declares that Stamkos will not be traded.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.
1/16/202449 minutes, 42 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Oil-Country Clash

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at tonight's matchup for the Leafs against the Oilers - Matthews going head-to-head with McDavid after falling flat against MacKinnon, Keefe returning to a more familiar lineup and Martin Jones getting the nod. Then a conversation about Leafs & Oilers goaltending, whether Skinner can keep up his hot stretch or if Woll is truly a safe option when he returns from injury. Later, they key in on the Oilers - the evolution of Zach Hyman, how much he's been missed in Leafs Land and Kane's ice time decreasing under Knoblauch.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.
1/16/202449 minutes, 37 seconds
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Canadian Contenders

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour by checking in on some of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day matinee games across the league today. They welcome in Sportsnet's Garry Galley (5:23), who chats Nathan McKinnon's case for Hart, the Canadiens' size deficiency, Canada's cup contenders and whether old-school coaching tactics still work. Later, news and notes - Terry Ryan checks in on emergency basis for the Newfoundland Growlers on his 47th birthday, Patrick Kane exits early on Sunday and the Senators demote their goalie 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.
1/15/202449 minutes, 46 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Winless Weekend

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get right into what was a woeful weekend in Leafs land, the team's inability to close out games, Sunday's jumbled lineup and Keefe starting to feel the heat. Later, an in-depth conversation about Keefe's job security, whether he's done enough on the development side, if the roster is strong enough to bounce back after a coaching change and the pressure on him for the team's west coast trip. They close with a look at Samsonov's return on Sunday and how he should be worked back in to regular starts.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.
1/15/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Pettersson's Potent Campaign

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the final hour of the week with the Canucks and Elias Pettersson's scorching stretch. They are joined by Doug MacLean (4:20) for Off-the-Rails Friday! He shares his thoughts on Pettersson's rising extension figure, Corey Perry landing spots, the Cutter Gauthier trade and Elvis Merzļikins' trade request. Finally, the guys answer your questions and comments 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.
1/12/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Overtime Obstacles

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the Leafs' loss to the Islanders in overtime last night,  concern levels over the team's inability to win in regulation, McCabe's overtime disaster class and Keefe overthinking his OT rotation. Later, theorizing on who will get the net in the back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday. Finally, Avalanche analyst Aarif Deen (33:55), tees up their matchup tomorrow against the Leafs and discusses Jonathan Drouin's career resurgence, Landeskog's progress in rehab and what's up with the locker room drama for the perennial playoff squad.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.
1/12/202449 minutes, 42 seconds
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Cutter Confusion

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour by recapping a wild week in Philadelphia as the dramatic fallout of the Cutter Gauthier trade continues. They are joined by Flyers' analyst Chris Therien (6:09), who breaks down the timeline leading up to and following the Gauthier deal in Philly, how the trade was received by Flyers fans and some of the questions still left unanswered. Finally, revisiting expansion and why the league's pool of talent may not be able to support it.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.
1/11/202449 minutes, 47 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Considering Corey Perry

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Corey Perry’s rumoured links to the Leafs, and the guys debate his fit in Toronto both on and off the ice. Then, looking ahead to the Leafs' game tonight against the plateauing Islanders. Later, a conversation about the ongoing goaltender situation and if Matt Murray could re-enter the fold as he makes progress on his rehab. They welcome in former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (30:31), who shares his thoughts on whether Toronto should consider signing Corey Perry, if the NHL would ever expand to a second team in Toronto and Martin Jones' 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.
1/11/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Winnipeg Can't Stop Winning

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the Jets as they continue to stay hot. Joining the conversation, Sportsnet Jets reporter Sean Reynolds (3:13) compares the team in Winnipeg this season vs. last, Kevin Cheveldayoff's cap management and Bowness' system. Then, breaking news that Corey Perry can return to the NHL and where he may land. Finally, news and notes - Jon Cooper wins his 500th game, McDavid goes off on the refs' offside review and Bedard is officially ruled out for 6-8 weeks.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.
1/10/202449 minutes, 33 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Is Samsonov Ready to Return?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 7-1 win over the Sharks last night, another in a line of embarrassing outings from San Jose, Marner's 4-point night and Robertson's play filling in for Gregor. Then, they react to the news that Ilya Samsonov has been called up, the timing of the move and if he could return to the NHL action as soon as this weekend. They are joined by Islanders forward & former Leaf Matt Martin (28:07) ahead of his matchup in Toronto tonight, and he chats about returning to Toronto, the competitive Metro. Division and the Islanders' identity. Finally, they touch on the news of Matthew Knies’ dust-up in practice today.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.
1/10/202449 minutes, 57 seconds
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PWHL's Punchy Start with Brian Burke

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined in-studio by former Leafs' GM & exec. director of the PWHL Brian Burke, who discusses the successful start to the inaugural season of the PWHL, the league's business model in the short and long-term, William Nylander's extension and how it impacts the financial future of the team. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Cutter Gauthier trade and NHL expansion. The guys regroup with Sam McKee for more on the Gauthier deal, whether the Ducks overpaid, the timing and the behind-the-scenes drama of his lack of communication with the Flyers.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.
1/9/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Buds Smell Blood

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the Leafs' matchup tonight against the lowly Sharks and the wide range of competitiveness across the NHL. Then, a look at Leafs' goaltending, Jones once again getting the nod over Hildeby, an update on Samsonov's progress away from the team, whether he should get some AHL run and potential spaces for him to make his NHL return. Afterwards, on Nick Robertson getting scratched and how the Leafs should use him. Finally, NHL Network's Jason Demers (29:01) shares his thoughts on the Sharks' rebuild, a player's POV of long losing streaks and tees up their matchup in Toronto tonight.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.
1/9/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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William Nylander on His New Deal

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more on William Nylander's freshly signed extension and the financial advantage of playing in Toronto. They are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (7:46), who shares his thoughts on the contract details, the timing of the deal and how it impacts Mitch Marner and John Tavares' future contracts as well as other stars with pending extensions around the league. Then, the man of the hour, William Nylander (25:51) shares his thought process through the negotiations, his ties to Toronto and how this year's team is different from last.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.
1/8/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Nylander Inks 8-Year Extension

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their reactions to William Nylander signing an 8-year, $11.5 million AAV extension with the Leafs earlier today, their thoughts on the figure and term, the timing of the deal and the complete no-move clause. Later, a deeper dive into how the extension impacts key contracts looming shortly like Mitch Marner's, why this season's result is crucial for planning next year's cap situation and how Brad Treliving can get the edge ahead of Marner 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.
1/8/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Optimistic Oilers ft. Kris Knoblauch

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch (6:24), who discusses the start to his head coaching career beginning mid-season, what it means to coach a talent like Connor McDavid (again, in his case), and the goaltending issues he's dealt with all year. Afterwards, the guys take your questions via the text-line (590-590)! 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.
1/5/202449 minutes, 29 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Does the Shark Tank Still Have Bite?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin by previewing Leafs at Sharks this coming weekend - is there any concern that the Leafs will play down to their opponent in San Jose, despite the Sharks sporting one of the worst records in the league? They also discuss Nick Robertson's play, accountability at-large on this Leafs squad, and get into the presence of Michael Nylander in his son's negotiations with the team. Afterwards, Doug MacLean (29:12) stops by for Off The Rails Friday! 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.
1/5/202449 minutes, 32 seconds
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Head Coaching Criteria ft. Craig Berube

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by Stanley Cup Champion and former NHL head coach Craig Berube (6:33), as they discuss what it means exactly to be a head coach in the league. They chat about handing down discipline to different players, how to handle goaltending tandems, and other intricacies of being a coach. Afterwards, the guys chat about other storylines around the league, including Christian Dvorak's season-ending injury and Jason Zucker getting suspended for three games. 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.
1/4/202449 minutes, 45 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Buds Fly Together

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 2-1 OT win over the Ducks in the second game of a back-to-back - has Martin Jones changed people's minds on what he is at this stage of his career? How much of it is related to the play of the defence? They discuss Auston Matthews' league-leading 30th goal, the low scoring affair, and the recent play of Bobby McMann. Afterwards, they bring on former New York Rangers goaltender Mike Richter (30:09) to discuss what can be done with a struggling netminder like Samsonov, how to bring along young guys like Dennis Hildeby, and what it means to have  a stabilizing presence in goal like Martin Jones. 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.
1/4/202449 minutes, 31 seconds
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Canucks Confidence Index

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee bring on Sportsnet 650's Jason Brough (5:36), host of Halford and Brough, to discuss the Canucks' stellar season so far - with the team near the top of the NHL standings, how confidence should everyone be about their postseason chances? What has driven their play this season? What - if anything - do the Canucks need to do at the trade deadline...should they be buyers? Afterwards, they chat about the upcoming NHL All-Star Game in Toronto, and the idea that every team gets a rep at the game. 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.
1/3/202449 minutes, 41 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Duck Season Has Arrived

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee revisit the William Nylander contract negotiations and make some comparables around the league, including David Pastrnak - is that where the conversation begins and ends for Nylander? Is the next logical step after signing Nylander to a long-term extension approaching Mitch Marner as the 'next guy up'? Afterwards, they break down the Leafs' 3-0 shutout win over the Kings, and bring on Sportsnet's Luke Fox (36:57) from Anaheim where the Leafs take on the Ducks in the second half of a back-to-back. 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.
1/3/202449 minutes, 30 seconds
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2024 Begins with Seattle's Winter Classic

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the Winter Classic, a shutout win for the Kraken at T-Mobile Park. To help them break it down, Eddie Olczyk (8:16) joins to chat the Kraken's big win, their season to-date, and the Winter Classic as a whole as both a hockey game and a spectacle for the NHL. Afterwards, they debate the play of Andrei Vasilevskiy, which team is the best in Canada, and discuss what Cole Perfetti said about the recent incident with Ryan Hartman and Kirill Kaprizov. 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.
1/2/202449 minutes, 31 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Making a Change in the Crease

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are back from their holiday break, and discuss Ilya Samsonov getting waived over the past few days. Is it a good thing for Samsonov to be sent down, what would success look like for the beleaguered goaltender in the AHL, and what would it take for the Leafs to call him back up? Plus, they get to the corresponding move that saw the team call up Dennis Hildeby from the Marlies and chat about what it would take for him to see a start on the road trip out west. Afterwards, they get to the latest on William Nylander's contract 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.
1/2/202449 minutes, 31 seconds
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Holiday Special Pt. 2

On the final episode of 2023, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue the holiday special by sharing their favourite Christmas presents from their childhood. They are joined by Doug MacLean (3:16), who thinks back on the hockey holiday seasons and his thoughts on the holiday break in the NHL. Then, David Amber (17:00) gives his take on the time off and evaluates which Canadian team is the best so far. Later, former scout Jason Bukala (30:40) tees up the World Juniors tournament, how team Canada stacks up and how the holiday season plays out for NHL scouts. Afterwards, reflecting on the biggest stories in hockey over the year. Finally, Ailish Forfar (43:54) joins the guys in-studio to look ahead to the PWHL's inaugural 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.
12/21/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Holiday Special

On the last episode before a break, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Gord Stellick (2:57) for some holiday cheer! He also looks at tonight's Leafs' game against the Sabres and Buffalo's bleak season so far. Then, PJ Stock (14:48) gives a player's POV of the holiday season. Afterwards, some thoughts on Samsonov, Keefe losing confidence in him and if the Leafs might consider bringing Matt Murray back into the fold. Later, Sens' analyst Jason York (32:59) reminisces on Christmas time around NHL locker rooms and Jacques Martin's return to the bench in Ottawa. Finally, former NHL exec. Mike Futa (43:26) shares memories from Christmas in LA when he was with the Kings and looks at the teams that have fired their coaches and if the moves were warranted.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. 
12/21/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Jets' Jump with Kevin Cheveldayoff

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with some behind-the-scenes on media meals and who boasts the best spread. They are joined by Jets' GM Kevin Cheveldayoff (4:22), who shares how his squad has been able to stay competitive after a drama-filled end to last season, the rewarding returns of the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade and the next steps for in-season improvement. After, a chat about Ehlers' usage and the whole league's need for a right-shot defenceman. Finally, news and notes - rumours of Nolan Patrick's retirement, Don Granato's seat heating up, Devon Toews calls out his teammates and Fleury closes in on second place for all-time goalie wins.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.
12/20/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Bad Bounces at the Bank

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 5-2 loss to the Rangers last night, Martin Jones' bad puck luck, reasons to be optimistic despite the result, Bertuzzi's game running out of 'snot,' Domi's inconsistency and the team's inability to draw penalties. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (32:45) joins the show to share some insight into Samsonov's mental state, how the Leafs should employ the netminding tandem before the holiday break and the pressure on Sheldon Keefe.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.
12/20/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Flyers Taking Flight with Keith Jones

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Flyers' President of hockey Ops. Keith Jones (4:37), who shares how he has transitioned from media to management, the development plan for Matvei Michkov, working with John Tortorella, the surprising jump from the D-corps and what he would see as a successful result this season. Later, news and notes - how important a coach implementing their personality on a team is in the modern NHL, whether Crosby would ever play outside of Pittsburgh, Calgary continues to stick around in the standings and - after the first hour's debate on Tavares' HoF case - they discuss some retired players' cases for the Hall.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.
12/19/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Tavares' Toronto Legacy

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee with their holiday-shopping plans before looking ahead at the Leafs' matchup against the Rangers tonight. They discuss John Tavares, who will be honoured for his 1000th point back in Toronto and they reflect on his Leafs' legacy. Is he a lock for the Hall of Fame? Then, where and how to work Samsonov in. Later, Rangers analyst Steve Valiquette (27:38) tees up tonight's game, Panarin starting to tail off, the non-physical style of play at the top and parallels in Shesterkin and Samsonov's psychology. 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.
12/19/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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DJ Smith Dismissed In Ottawa

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with more on DJ Smith's dismissal in Ottawa before they are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (8:06) for a full breakdown of the events. He delves into the timing, the team's short-term goals with Jacques Martin in the interim role, potential long-term solutions behind the bench and what part the fans played in the decision. Later, news and notes - Sam voices his issues with Pastrňák avoiding a suspension for his charge on Lindgren, the Wild plan not to play Fleury in his possible final visit to Montreal, Boston sends Poitras to the World Juniors and the Jets push the Canucks for the title of 'Best Team in Canada.'The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
12/18/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Debasing Dubas

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the news out of Ottawa that the Senators will be relieving DJ Smith of his duties, the timing of the news, what Jacques Martin can bring to the team as interim and the Daniel Alfredsson factor. Then, onto the Leafs and their 7-0 beatdown on the Penguins in Dubas' return to Toronto. They get into the contributions of Treliving's signings, Knies' electrifying physical game and the fact that they did it all without Matthews and Brodie. Later, more on the game and the bigger picture as they discuss where to go with the goalies and Liljegren's 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. 
12/18/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Trio of Authors

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Doug MacLean (1:14) for his weekly, Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on the Blue Jackets' wild win over the Leafs, Berube's dismissal in St. Louis, Crosby carrying the struggling Penguins and the Jets' miraculous turn-around after last year's mess.  Later, news and notes - Jordan Kyrou gets emotional after getting booed on home ice, Stuart Skinner has some refreshing honesty in his post-game presser and the league investigating potential medical negligence in Juuso Valimaki's injury last month.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. 
12/15/202349 minutes, 58 seconds
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Trio of Authors

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Doug MacLean (1:14) for his weekly, Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on the Blue Jackets' wild win over the Leafs, Berube's dismissal in St. Louis, Crosby carrying the struggling Penguins and the Jets' miraculous turn-around after last year's mess.  Later, news and notes - Jordan Kyrou gets emotional after getting booed on home ice, Stuart Skinner has some refreshing honesty in his post-game presser and the league investigating potential medical negligence in Juuso Valimaki's injury last month.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. 
12/15/202349 minutes, 58 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Play Down Let-Down

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with the Leafs' 6-5 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets and the team once again playing down to their opponent. They are joined by Gord Stellick (6:46) to break it down, why the Leafs' start was so flat, whether the lack of regulation points to effort lapses or team resilience and the decision to leave Samsonov in after 5 goals. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Leafs' goalie situation and how they should employ Martin Jones in Woll's absence. Later, they are joined by Penguins analyst Phil Bourque (32:19) to tee up the Pens matchup vs. the Leafs on Saturday, the vibes in Pittsburgh, what's changed for Malkin and how to turn around the Karlsson experiment.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. 
12/15/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Play Down Let-Down

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with the Leafs' 6-5 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets and the team once again playing down to their opponent. They are joined by Gord Stellick (6:46) to break it down, why the Leafs' start was so flat, whether the lack of regulation points to effort lapses or team resilience and the decision to leave Samsonov in after 5 goals. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Leafs' goalie situation and how they should employ Martin Jones in Woll's absence. Later, they are joined by Penguins analyst Phil Bourque (32:19) to tee up the Pens matchup vs. the Leafs on Saturday, the vibes in Pittsburgh, what's changed for Malkin and how to turn around the Karlsson experiment.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. 
12/15/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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World Juniors Watch

Nick Kypreos starts the second hour by sharing his theory for how to fix the Blue Jackets with Justin Bourne and Sam McKee. Former NHL scout Jason Bukala joins them (4:47) to weigh in on the play from Fantilli this season, how Team Canada stacks up with other top units at the World Junior tournament kicking off later this month and surprises in the Calder race. Later, news and notes - Blues fans point the blame at the GM Armstrong, Luongo gets inducted into the Canucks' Ring of Honour and things go from bad to worse for the Penguins.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.
12/14/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Reason for Optimism

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with a look at tonight's Leafs' game against the lowly Blue Jackets, the team's tendency to let down in these spots, Gregor getting another look on the top line and Keefe trying to limit the team leaders' workloads. Then a look at Easton Cowan and Fraser Minten making Canada's world junior team, how the tandem of Samsonov and Jones will split time and whether the Leafs prefer a blueline rental or a defenceman with term in a trade. Finally, Blue Jackets analyst for The Athletic Aaron Portzline (34:32) gives a Columbus POV of tonight's game, Fantilli's first game in Toronto, Jarmo Kekalainen being on the hot seat and Gaudreau and Laine's struggles.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.
12/14/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Blues Say Bye to Berube

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Craig Berube's dismissal in St. Louis and whether or not it was the right move. Then, some quick takeaways from the first meeting between Connor McDavid and Connor Bedard last night. They are joined by Blues analyst Andy Strickland (7:40), who shares his thoughts on the decision in St. Louis, the team's goals for the rest of this season and what they have in interim coach Drew Bannister. Later, news and notes - Brady Tkachuk boils over after Pyotr Kochetkov's diving poke check, the All-Star Skills Competition gets a makeover, a move coming for the Capitals' home ice and how Ohtani's contract structure impacts the financial side of sports.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.
12/13/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Big Win in the Big Apple

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 7-3 win over the Rangers off a back-to-back, the team's resiliency, Gregor's pay with the top six, Jake McCabe's big hit, whether the Rangers are as good as their record and Matthews looking dominant now that he's playing with urgency. They are joined by Leafs' radio analyst Jim Ralph (29:30), who shares his takeaways from last night's game, the offence starting to come alive, if it's time to run Matthews and Marner together again and gives an evaluation of the 'fill-in' defencemen and Martin Jones' play.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.
12/13/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Confounding Flames

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at tonight's clash between Connor McDavid and Connor Bedard and why it will never live up to rivalries like Ovechkin vs. Crosby. Flames analyst Eric Francis joins the show (3:55) to discuss Chris Tanev's injury last night, how his and Markström's injuries change the team's immediate direction and the future of the team tied to their young contributors. Finally, news and notes - checking in on the dads on the Leafs' dads' road trip, Rantanen calls out Lehkonen's dad and a look at the suspensions handed out to Perron and Gudbranson.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.
12/12/202349 minutes, 35 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Tavares' Full-Circle Moment

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' overtime loss to the Islanders, John Tavares reaching 1000 points in dramatic fashion and his reception back on Long Island. They continue with overall impressions of the game - Matthews starting to play with more urgency, a potential shuffle coming to the defensive pairs and a rough one from Samsonov. Finally, Rangers & Isles columnist for The Athletic Arthur Staple (33:18) discusses why Islanders fans are right to keep a grudge against Tavares after all these years and tees up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Rangers.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.
12/12/202350 minutes, 18 seconds
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A Greasy Weekend in the NHL

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with a wellness check for Sam McKee after Ohtani's decision and share some Shohei conspiracy theories. They are joined by former NHLer PJ Stock (5:39) who shares his thoughts on the Canadiens' long-term process, the expectations on Slafkovský and the significance of Suzuki to hold the team together. Then, he weighs in on the uptick of hit-from-behind penalties this season, if players aren't protecting themselves well enough and where to draw the line when it comes to retaliation. Finally, a look back on the weekend for Canadian clubs - the Oilers are all-the-way back, the Jets lose Connor after his knee-on-knee with Strome and the Canucks coming back down to earth.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.
12/11/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Fourth Line Lift

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with reactions to Shohei Ohtani's decision over the weekend before discussing the Leafs' 4-0 victory over the Predators on Saturday. They get into what was a rare complete effort from the Leafs, Samsonov's strong play coming off his illness and an excellent showing from the fourth line. Then, onto tonight's matchup against the Islanders with Tavares just two points away from hitting the 1000-career-point mark. They are joined by former Islander defenceman Thomas Hickey (31:13) to tee up the game, Sorokins' season of setbacks, the vibes around the team and the type of reception Tavares will get in the potential milestone match.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.
12/11/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Wincing Without Woll

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with perhaps a final look at the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes as his signing feels imminent. They get to the Leafs' win in last night's edition of the Battle of Ontario, starting with Joseph Woll's injury - his fantastic play before going down and the goalie landscape going forward. Then, an evaluation of the D-corps and whether Timmins is ready for NHL game speed. Later, some news and notes - Patrick Kane makes his Red Wings debut, the Flames potentially holding on to their sought-after defensive pieces and Austin Watson's end-of-game clapper at Jeremy Lauzon.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.
12/8/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Oilers Ready For a Run

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with Louie Debrusk to discuss the Oilers' play as of late, how much of their slow start can be blamed on McDavid's and Ekholm's injuries, the plan for Jack Campbell, Kris Knoblauch's stabilization efforts and Philip Broberg trade rumours. Then, Sam McKee rejoins the show to chat about Broberg, his value and whether the Oilers must trade him to be better in the short term. Finally, news and notes - Rod Brind'Amour's frustrated bench interview, who's to blame for the Pens' PP struggles and Matt Duchene playing his 1000th game.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.
12/7/202349 minutes, 45 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Nylander Not Getting Cheaper

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start by straying off hockey for a look into the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes and Jon Rahm's lucrative move to LIV. Then, back to the regularly scheduled Leafs program - Sammy voices his Hyman regrets, the price on Nylander not going down despite his slump and if Keefe should be held responsible for sloppy team line changes. Later, Senators' analyst Jason York (30:31) tees up tonight's Sens/Leafs game, Ottawa feeling hot off a win over the Rangers, what it'll take to get back into the playoff race and why the Jacques Martin hiring was necessary.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.
12/7/202349 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Hot Seat + First Quarter Awards

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined in studio by Jamal Mayers who is covering Penguins/Lightning tonight. He shares his thoughts on the status of Tampa's championship window, the Sens bringing back Jacques Martin as a coaching advisor and Kane set to make his Red Wings debut. Then, a discussion about hip surgeries and why the outlook for Patrick Kane is more positive than that of players like Ed Jovanovski. Finally, Sam McKee rejoins the guys as they make their award picks at the quarter-mark of the 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.
12/6/202349 minutes, 37 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Closing Down Klingberg with Brad Treliving

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with some Shohei Ohtani talk before they are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving (6:00). He discusses John Klingberg - who will have season-ending surgery, the plan for how to utilize the now-freed-up cap space and the priority to extend Nylander. Later, the guys discuss Sheldon Keefe's dissatisfaction with the effort in practice and whether his seat is heating up at all. They are joined by former NHL executive Gord Stellick (30:49), who discusses Keefe's outburst at practice, whether the in-team leadership is doing enough, if any of the depth defencemen have proved enough for a longer try-out and his new book, 'Revival.'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.
12/6/202349 minutes, 37 seconds
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Cruising Coyotes

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with more reactions to Shohei Ohtani rumours as we await his free agency decision. They are joined by Mike Rupp (8:50) who shares his thoughts on the surging Coyotes, the problems in Pittsburgh, Ovechkin's slowing goal-pace and how much the Devils will miss Dougie Hamilton. Later, a chat about the subjects of discussion from the Board of Governors meetings, salary cap increases, expansion and trade rumours. Finally, news and notes - Markström to miss time, all 3 Hughes brothers face off and a reporter gets a little too nervous for Vasilevskiy's postgame availability.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.
12/5/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Schedule Stagnation

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a little bit of baseball talk with some Shohei Ohtani rumours and how his signing in Canada would rank among the top Canadian sports stories ever. Moving onto the Leafs, they are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (12:04), who shares his thoughts on the team hitting another gap in their schedule, Samsonov missing reps with the time off, Matthews' inconsistency and how Keefe is doing things differently this season. Later, NHL Hall of Famer Adam Oates (26:50) weighs in on the Penguins' power play struggles, the evolution of film study in hockey and how much skill depth forwards should have. 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.
12/5/202349 minutes, 46 seconds
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Canucks' Shop Not Closed

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with a look at the Canucks/Flames game over the weekend and Nikita Zadorov instantly getting a revenge stage against his former team. They are joined by Satiar Shah (4:55) of Canucks Central, who shares his thoughts on what Zadorov brings to Vancouver, JT Miller excelling under more accountability and looks ahead at the team's potential next move. Then, a conversation about 'alpha dogs' in the NHL and which teams lack one. Finally, news and notes - Vasilevskiy refuses to leave Tampa's net in a blowout, Niederreiter signs an extension in Winnipeg and Tortorella compliments his team's 'balls.'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.
12/4/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Improving Despite Results

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' overtime loss to the Bruins on Saturday, a complete performance despite the loss, a bounce-back effort from Matthews, Nylander starting to slow down and whether Boston truly is as good as their record says. Then, ahead of a gap in the schedule, they discuss how to employ the goalie tandem before the break. They are joined by Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (34:10), who shares his thoughts on Ryan Reaves' usage so far this season, his concern level for the Leafs' wins inside of regulation and evaluates how wide open the Atlantic Division will be this 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.
12/4/202349 minutes, 45 seconds
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Doug MacLean & Friday Mailbag

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Doug MacLean for his weekly, Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares his thoughts on the Leafs' defensive flaws, Matthew Knies' toughness not justifying his spot in the lineup and whether Brad Treliving is at a disadvantage in trade negotiations with the Flames. Then, he goes around the league and delves into the Canucks' trade for Zadorov, which Canadian teams could contend and how the Blackhawks handled the Perry situation. Later, news and notes - Tristian Jarry scores a goalie goal, Tortorella's comments on big hits and they 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.
12/1/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Running Low on Regulation Wins

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 4-3 shootout win over Seattle last night, another win outside of regulation, Marner's growing confidence, Matthews' concerning time-on-attack numbers, Knies getting benched and the diminished D-corps. Bruins radio analyst Bob Beers joins them (37:22) to tee up Boston's matchup against Toronto tomorrow, how they have gotten off to this hot start, Marchand adjusting to life without Bergeron on his line and their stout defensive unit.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.
12/1/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Brian Burke on Corey Perry, PWHL

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start by reviewing Corey Perry's statement before welcoming PWHLPA Exec. director Brian Burke (1:46) to weigh in on the situation. He discusses Perry's chances of getting back on the ice this season, the timing of Chicago's decision and how the NHLPA will respond. Later, he shares some insight on the PWHL as the inaugural season opener approaches and goes around the NHL's headlines. Finally, they wrap up with news and notes - Shane Wright stays in the AHL with Schwartz heading to IR for the Kraken, Ovechkin's goal-record hunt sees major hurdles and the questionable offsides review in the Kings/Caps game last night.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.
11/30/202349 minutes, 47 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Can't Teach Toughness

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with an update on the Corey Perry situation as he released a statement today. Then, onto the Leafs as they match up against the Kraken tonight and how they need to be grittier at the top of the lineup. They are joined by Kraken play-by-play announcer John Forslund (31:15), who gives Seattle's POV ahead of tonight's game, their abundance of forward depth, Beniers' sophomore slump and how much the team will miss Jaden Schwartz as he heads to the IR. 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.
11/30/202349 minutes, 45 seconds
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Early Visit to the Rumour Mill

Frank Seravalli joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to start the second hour, sharing the known and unknown of the Corey Perry situation. Then, a visit to the rumour mill as he discusses the Leafs' interest in Zadorov, the Canucks planning to have an active deadline, Edmonton potentially moving on from their goalie search and the availability of Juuse Saros. Later, Sam McKee joins to discuss Patrick Kane signing in Detroit, the contract details and how he fits in with the Wings.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.
11/29/202349 minutes, 48 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Problems at the Quarter Pole

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 2-1 win over the Panthers in a shootout, the bizarre, two-touch ending to the game, the physical imbalance between the two teams, line-change sloppiness and blueline depth becoming a concern with Giordano set to miss time. Later, on Joseph Woll's spectacular performance and the comfort he brings in net compared to Samsonov. Finally, a chat on the Leafs' inability to win in regulation.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. 
11/29/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Davidson Breaks the Silence + Goalie Parity

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with more on the Corey Perry news before going live to Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson's press conference to address the situation. They react and analyze the GM's comments and discuss how the Blackhawks have dealt with the ordeal. MSG analyst Steve Valiquette (20:21) shares his thoughts on the Rangers climbing to the top of the Metropolitan division, Alexis Lafrenière breaking out and explains some of the more surprising goalie performances around the league this season. Finally, on the Oilers' and Flames' sudden turnarounds and how their upswings have changed the trade market landscape.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.
11/28/202349 minutes, 46 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Attempting to Out-Scrap the Cats

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the news that the Blackhawks have waived Corey Perry, the lack of information from Chicago's FO and what's next for Perry. Then, over to tonight's game as the Leafs take on the Panthers, and how Toronto's lineup matches up with Florida physically with their heavyweights in the lineup. Former Panther and current Panthers analyst Ed Jovanovski (27:54) shares his thoughts on how the Cats head into the back-to-back after last night's scrappy affair against Ottawa, Sam Reinhart making the most of his contract year and how injury recovery has changed since his playing career. They wrap with Patrick Kane landing in Detroit and how it impacts the division dynamic for 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 affiliates.
11/28/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Evason Exits Minny

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the bizarre situation in Chicago and their 'organizational decision' to keep Corey Perry out of the lineup indefinitely. They are joined by NHL Network's Brian Lawton (7:25), who weighs in on Perry's situation, the Oilers starting to pick up some momentum, why trading this early in the year is so difficult and the parity across the league. Later, Tocchet makes Kuzmenko a healthy scratch and the Lightning get a boost with Vasilevskiy back in the crease. Finally, the guys react live to breaking news of the Wild cutting ties with head coach Dean Evason.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.
11/27/202349 minutes, 46 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Top Line Tinker

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' loss to the Penguins on Saturday, Matthews' and Marners' cold stretch, Keefe's decision to split up their line and Brodie's mistakes. Then, they share their reactions to GM Brad Treliving's press conference today and evaluate his offseason additions heading into Game 20 of the regular season. Later, they wrap up the hour with the Dubas aspect of Saturday's contest and Crosby's complete game as a centreman.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.
11/27/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Matinee Meltdown

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick things off looking back on the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to the Blackhawks this afternoon. The trio focus in on Matthew Knies' fit on the top line, how the team should manage their goalie tandem in back-to-back games, Mitch Marner's usage, Conor Timmins' ceiling, and the team's depth contributions. Later, we hear Sheldon Keefe's reaction to his team's performance in Chicago on today's "Kyper's Clippers". After the break, the fellas look ahead to tonight's slate of NHL action in Gametime presented by Bet365, before heading to the text-line to read your questions and comments! 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.
11/24/202349 minutes, 44 seconds
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Are There Deeper Issues at Play in Edmonton?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic (3:28) to discuss whether or not the shine has already fallen off new Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch, the play of the defence, and how perhaps if the same issues are cropping up under a new head coach that the players might have to shoulder more of the blame. They also take a look around the Eastern Conference and take a look at some of the surprising teams in a pair of loaded divisions. Plus, they discuss the Canucks/Avalanche game, get to the red-hot Norris Trophy race between Quinn Hughes and Cale Makar, and take a peek at the Gregg Popovich 'booing controversy' over in the NBA. 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.
11/23/202349 minutes, 19 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Klingberg Island

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the breaking news that John Klingberg has been placed on LTIR, his next steps, if he should rush to get his hip surgery done and how it leaves the Leafs' cap situation. They are joined by Mike Futa (11:50), who reacts to the move and discusses the Leafs' next moves now that they suddenly have some available cap space. Then, he explains why the Oilers should make everyone other than McDavid and Draisaitl available for trade. Later, TNT's Darren Pang (30:22) from Chicago ahead of Leafs/Blackhawks shares his thoughts on Connor Bedard getting better and better each game, Taylor Hall going out for the season, Corey Perry getting healthy scratched and evaluates the other young talent on 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.
11/23/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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No Bergeron, No Problem for Boston

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Bruins and how they've managed to stay on top despite their turnover over the offseason. NESN Bruins analyst Billy Jaffe joins the conversation (4:41) and shares how crucial the tandem of Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark have been for the hot start, Pastrňák's unreal form and tees up their clash with the Panthers tonight. Later, murmurs of plans for a very exclusive Hockey World Cup between Canada, the US, Sweden & Finland. They discuss the dynamic of the slimmer selection of countries, whether hockey can create a 'true' World Cup and how Russia's absence factors in.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. 
11/22/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Buds Back at Practice

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the Buds back in Toronto practicing, and they hear from Sheldon Keefe on how the guys are adjusting as they near the end of their long Global Series break. They are joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke (25:47) fresh off the plane from Sweden to give his on-the-ground perspective of the Global Series. He discusses William Nylander's celebrity in Stockholm, potential trades down the pipeline for a defenceman and gives an update on John Klingberg's injury status. 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.
11/22/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Clock Running Down on Oilers Turnaround

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the second hour with a look at the Oilers' loss to the Panthers last night and how the question of their season is beginning to change as they continue to struggle. Former NHL forward and current analyst Justin Williams (7:13) gives his perspective on the mental aspect of Edmonton's disastrous stretch, the challenge for Knoblauch to turn things around as a first-year coach and goes through the headlines around the league. Finally, news and notes - Prince Harry dropping the puck in Vancouver, the Leafs rocking blue helmets with white jerseys, a potential fire-sale coming in Columbus and Patrick Kane/Panthers rumours.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.
11/21/202349 minutes, 44 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Goalie Evolution with Lundqvist & Ralph

There are no NHL games tonight, so Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with tales from their rec-league games. They are joined by Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph (6:01), who shares some takeaways from the team's trip in Sweden, the state of the goalie battle and where this year's team is different and similar to previous seasons. Later, Rangers legend and newly inducted Hall of Famer Henrik Lundqvist (28:02) shares his induction experience, thoughts on the Global Series and how the goalie position has changed since he started in the league. Finally, a conversation about dominant goalies in the league, who's at the top of the ladder and the Juuse Saros sweepstakes taking shape.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.
11/21/202349 minutes, 37 seconds
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Oilers Anxiety + CBJ Sends Stars to the Bench

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Oilers heading into a crucial test against the Panthers, the hail-mary move to start Calvin Pickard in net, Connor McDavid's disappointing production and if he's playing hurt. Joining the conversation, Sportsnet's Garry Galley (4:50) shares his thoughts on the Oilers' shocking start, the Leafs' play in Sweden, the evolution of Nylander's game and he goes through his extensive jersey collection. Later, on the collapse in Columbus with the Blue Jackets benching Gaudreau, Laine & Severson, their short-term future and if GM Jarmo Kekäläinen is on the hot seat. Finally, news and notes from around the league - Wild GM Bill Guerin criticizes his team's effort in Sweden and Backlund calls for the Flames to end the noise.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.
11/20/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Nylander Hour

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' overtime win over the Wild in Sweden yesterday, the 8 AM puck drop, the success of the Global Series, Woll's stand-out start and Nylander delivering in OT again. How much of Willy's electric start has been motivated by his looming free agency? Later, more reflections from the Global Series - Mats Sundin getting friendly again with the Leafs organization, whether Klingberg might be sent to LTIR and how that would affect the team's cap space.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.
11/20/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Off-The-Rails Rundown with Doug MacLean & Stellicktricity

Gord Stellick joins Nick Kypreos & Sam McKee for the hour, and they start with Doug MacLean (2:31) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Doug starts with takeaways from the Leafs' win over the Red Wings in Sweden, the Canucks' turn-around with Tocchet, Gaudreau and Laine getting benched in Columbus and potential changes coming to 3v3 OT rules. Later, a look at Bedard's on-ice confrontation with Matthew Tkachuk and how the more slender rookie is handling the physical aspect of the NHL. Finally, they wrap with a chat on what extension numbers might look like for William Nylander & Elias Pettersson, the best contract in the league and Patrick Kane landing spots.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/18/202349 minutes, 33 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Willy Plays Hometown Hero

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with their immediate reactions to the Leafs' win over the Red Wings in Sweden, Toronto's slow start, Nylander's 3rd-period heroics, the disallowed goal and Samsonov looking more steady. Later, they listen in and react to John Tavares' & Sheldon Keefe's post-game pressers.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.
11/17/202338 minutes, 59 seconds
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Jets Flying High + Bettman Speaks in Stockholm

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Canucks' OT win over the Islanders last night, their top three scorers leading the NHL and Bo Horvat's reception in his return to Vancouver. They are joined by Sean Reynolds (5:16), who weighs in on the Jets' hot stretch to start the season, the top line's dominance highlighted by the Scheifele/Connor duo and reflects on the early results of the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade. Later, on the Oilers' comeback victory over the Kraken last night and how big of an impact Knoblauch has had on their win streak. Finally, a look at Gary Bettman's presser today, his comments on Michael Andlauer, the Shane Pinto situation and the new draft format.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.
11/16/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Leafs Hour: How Swede It Is

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with their live reaction to the first Global Series game in Sweden. Then, on William Nylander's ongoing extension negotiations, how he's played himself into a top-10 highest-paid-player position and how extending him will impact the long-term future of the Core Four. They are joined by Colby Armstrong (12:34), who discusses his experience playing in international games, the Penguins' hot stretch and Jake Guentzel's extension situation. Finally, former pro scout Jason Bukala (32:49) delves into the likelihood that the Leafs can land a defenceman from the Flames, evaluating Toronto's tradeable talent and how difficult Treliving's job will become with a depleted pool of draft picks.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.
11/16/202349 minutes, 44 seconds
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Hall of Fame Feeling with Ken Hitchcock

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the National Hour with the Capitals' bounce back efforts as of late, winning despite Ovechkin's underwhelming production and the concerning power play numbers. They are joined by newly inducted Hall of Famer Ken Hitchcock (4:50), who discusses the ceremony in Toronto, stories from his career and his thoughts on some of the coaching situations around the league. Later, on the Penguins hot stretch, the complete game and longevity of Sidney Crosby and what Kyle Dubas can do at the deadline to push the chips in even further. Finally, news and notes - Brendan Gallagher calls out officiating, Kyle Connor's unreal goal-pace and the Canadian teams trending up.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.
11/15/202349 minutes, 47 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Sundin Sets the Stage in Sweden

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee discuss the Leafs continuing to get set under the watchful eye of Sheldon Keefe, how the goaltending situation might be sorted out in Sweden, and whether or not the Patrick Kane rumours have any merit (or value). They're also joined by Leafs legend and Hockey Hall of Famer Mats Sundin (20:56), and the guys chat about the Global Series, what it means to the fans in Sweden and Finland, and the legacy left behind by another legend in Börje Salming. 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.
11/15/202349 minutes, 30 seconds
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Oilers Renewed Under Knoblauch

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start the second hour with Edmonton's win over the Islanders in Kris Knoblauch's Oilers debut and Leon Draisaitl picking up a max-fine for his low cross-check. They are joined by NHL Network's Mike Kelly (3:56), who shares why the Oilers are due for positive regression on offence, Knoblauch's strategic changes and looks at the state of the rest of the Canadian teams. Later, news and notes as they chat about arrests made in connection to Adam Johnson's passing and changes being discussed at GM meetings.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.
11/14/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Setting up Shop in Stockholm

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with murmurs of potential trades for the Leafs as they settle in Stockholm, TJ Brodie surprisingly involved in trade whispers, what it would cost to get rid of John Klignberg's contract and what the Flames would ask in return for a defenseman. Later, a conversation on the challenge of a mid-season trip to Europe and how the time off and jetlag will impact the team. Finally, former NHL head coach Claude Julien (30:02) shares his thoughts on how coaches mitigate distractions in international games, the Oilers' decision to fire Jay Woodcroft and looks around the league at coaching impacts on teams' hot and cold starts.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.
11/14/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Did the Oilers Jump the Gun?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Jay Woodcroft getting fired in Edmonton and their takeaways from Ken Holland and new Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch's introductory press conference. They are joined by Oilers reporter for the Athletic Allan Mitchell (7:51), who shares his thoughts on Woodcroft's exit, Knoblauch's priority list for his first days on the job and Paul Coffey's role on the bench. Later, questions surrounding the NHL's international exhibitions and the league's long-term goal with these games. Finally, they wrap with Nikita Zadorov's agent leaking information on his trade request, Connor Bedard's incredible goal pace and the Hurricanes bringing back the Whalers' green.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.
11/13/202349 minutes, 38 seconds
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Leafs Hour: A Winning Weekend

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look back on the pair of pivotal wins for the Leafs over the weekend. They delve into Giordano's fight against Dakota Joshua, the Leafs finally responding to questionable play, whether Gio is the right person to do it and how it changed the energy. Then, more on the games, the new-look 4th line with McMann in for Reaves and the third line getting back on track with Domi at centre. Later, with Nikita Zadorov requesting a trade following the game on Friday, they discuss who the Leafs should target via trade and what it might cost. Finally, a chat on the Leafs' trip to Stockholm and how the extended time off will impact them (38:32).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.
11/13/202349 minutes, 48 seconds
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When The Hall Calls with Mike Gartner

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with Hall of Famer and chair of the HoF selection committee Mike Gartner in-studio to tee up Hall of Fame weekend. He shares why this year's induction class features so many netminders, an inside look at the selection process, how an emphasis on 'skill' has evolved the game and weighs in on some fringe cases and former snubs. Later, a deep dive into the Oilers hitting a new low after losing to the Sharks, McDavid's stagnant production, Draisaitl showing frustration and Jay Woodcroft's job security. To wrap up the week, the guys look at Jack Campbell's AHL outing 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.
11/10/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Crucial, Hall of Fame Weekend

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the Leafs' matchup tonight against the Flames, Toronto's lineup with McCabe returning and Klingberg getting the night off, and Calgary showcasing Dan Vladar and Nikita Zadorov for potential trade. Should the Leafs sell high on William Nylander - or even Mitch Marner - for a defenseman? Later, they are joined by Doug MacLean (29:27) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Leafs' defensive struggles, how much blame falls on Keefe, Ryan Reaves' diminishing impact and the desperate situation in Edmonton after losing to the lowly Sharks.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.
11/10/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sharks Circling Bleeding Oilers

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Oilers ahead of their matchup against the Sharks with must-win implications. They are joined by Bob Stauffer (4:55), host of Oilers Now, to tee up tonight's game for Edmonton, the glaring goaltending issues, McDavid's underwhelming production and why the team could be poised for a bounce-back for the remainder of the season. Next, the guys chat Patrick Kane landing spots, why fans need to readjust expectations for top draft picks and if the Canucks are on fraud-watch. 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.
11/9/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Defence Deficiency

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' loss to the Senators last night and the overall failures of the team's blueline thus far. Is there any way for the Leafs to turn their defensive play around without making a personnel change? Then, on the game itself, unstructured play from the Leafs, the new additions continuing to struggle and Joseph Woll's first misstep of the season. They are joined by Gord Stellick (30:13), who shares his thoughts on why this year's Leafs' team has failed to improve on last season and the pressure to get back on track quickly. 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.
11/9/202349 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Stock Market on the Habs

Former NHLer P.J. Stock joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne (5:53) to share his thoughts on media's coverage of their teams and players in the NHL, criticisms against Ryan Reaves, the start for the Montreal Canadiens' start to the season, why the Habs need to allocate bigger players for their roster, the difficulties of being a top prospect, Juraj Slafkovský's promotion to the top line, the forecast for Montreal's year ahead and if Edmonton should trade for another goalie. Then the guys discuss Jonathan Huberdeau's benching in Calgary, Maple Leafs holding the top spot as the most valuable team in the NHL, 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.
11/8/202349 minutes, 33 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Ontario Battle at the Bank

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at tonight's messy edition of The Battle of Ontario, the Leafs' mindset, whether Knies can secure his spot on the top line and Klingberg's role after being taken off the first power play unit. Then, on Keefe's deployment of the goalies for this week, if Samsonov would benefit from an AHL conditioning stint or if his rocky start is being overblown. Later, Brent Wallace of the 'Coming In Hot' podcast (30:04) shares how things have begun to spiral for the Senators after their hot start to the season, the length of DJ Smith's leash and the fans' rowdy response to the recent skid.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.
11/8/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Canadian Team Confusion with Craig Simpson

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the national hour with the Canucks' win over the Oilers last night, Edmonton's hot start and Quinn Hughes taking over the game before touching on the news that Jack Campbell is being waived. NHL analyst Craig Simpson shares his thoughts on the returns of the Leafs' offseason additions, the Canucks' surprising form, the disaster start for the Oilers and the Campbell news (4:29). Next, a chat on the Oilers' fundamental problems, the lack of production from their top guys, waning effort levels and discuss Jay Woodcroft's post-game comments on accountability. Finally, how to fix the Sharks?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.
11/7/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Tampa Turnaround

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with last night's rollercoaster win for the Leafs over the Lightning, the team's poor first-period effort, the look of the first line with Matthew Knies and Auston Matthews' torrid goal-scoring pace. Then, on the Leafs' goaltending, Samsonov's start to forget, his confidence issues and another strong relief effort for Joseph Woll. Later, they look at Jon Cooper's post-game comments, Ryan Reaves being phased out of the lineup and penalty kill problems.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.
11/7/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Can the Canucks Be Contained?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the national hour on the scorching Canucks, whose torrid stretch continued with a shutout win over the Stars on Saturday. They are joined by Canucks analyst Dan Murphy (3:14), who shares his thoughts on the great vibes in Vancouver, the instant impact of their offseason additions, why Filip Hronek is the perfect pair for Quinn Hughes and what separates Rick Tocchet as a difference-making head coach. Afterward, a conversation about a Canadian team on the opposite end of the spectrum with the Oilers in a deep hole, and if it's unfair to place all the blame on coach Jay Woodcroft. Finally, news and notes from around the league, including Brady Tkachuk calling out the fans in Ottawa, a disasterclass from the Sharks and Fred Anderson being shelved long term for the Hurricanes.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. 
11/6/202349 minutes, 38 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Pushing the Panic Button?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week with their concern levels after the Leafs' loss on Saturday, dropping their fourth straight. They get into the 6-4 loss against the Sabres, the load on the top d-pairs in wake of injuries and the Core 4's defensive play. Then, reacting to the Leafs' roster moves as they call on Nick Robertson from the Marlies, what it would cost them to get a significant upgrade on the blue line and what line changes the team should make to turn things around. Finally, they tee up tonight's spot for the Leafs against the 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.
11/6/202350 minutes, 6 seconds
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Turning the Tides in Vancouver with Rick Tocchet

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Canucks boat racing the miserable Sharks 10-1 last night before they are joined by the Canucks' head coach, Rick Tocchet to share some insight on his coaching process and how he's turned things around in Vancouver (9:38). He delves into Quinn Hughes' play this year, JT Miller becoming a leader, Thatcher Demko's bouncing back after last season and Brock Boeser's work ethic. Finally, they discuss the Oilers' skid continuing as Sam Gagner scores two in the first game of his third stint with Edmonton, Jacob Trouba going after Sebastian Aho 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.
11/3/202349 minutes, 48 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Mr. Nice Guys

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show by reacting to the Toronto Maple Leafs' 3-2 shootout loss to the Boston Bruins. Kyper expands on why he thinks the Maple Leafs not sticking up for Timothy Liljegren after Brad Marchand's injury-inducing trip is indicative of a larger issue for the club. Next, they’re joined by Doug MacLean (30:07) for Off The Rails Friday! Mac gives his take on the Marchand-Liljegren incident, explains why the Leafs are the 'nicest team' he's ever watched and shares his concerns for the team’s left side on offence.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.
11/3/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Hometown Hockey Heroes with Ken Reid

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet’s Ken Reid to open the second hour. They chat about Ken’s new book ‘Hometown Hockey Heroes,’ the stylistic shift in hockey, what makes a forward line great, and his favourite story among the Canadian teams. They close out the show by going over Michael Andlauer’s fiery press conference, the somber state of the Calgary Flames, and some news and notes from around the NHL.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.
11/2/202349 minutes, 45 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Battle in Beantown

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show by previewing the Leafs’ game against the Bruins, Boston’s red-hot start, Tyler Bertuzzi’s fit within the lines, and Keefe’s decision to start Ilya Samsonov tonight. After that, they’re joined by Andy Brickley (26:43) of NESN to discuss the secrets to success in Boston, Matthew Poitras’ development, Bertuzzi’s short tenure as a Bruin, and Pavel Zacha’s contributions.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.
11/2/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Another Off-Ice Setback for the Sens

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more on Pierre Dorion and the story in Ottawa. To shed more light on the situation, Senators analyst Jason York shares his take on Michael Andlauer's rocky start to his tenure as owner, takeaways from his press conference and what comes next for the Sens in their GM search (2:27). Then, a chat about everything breaking right for the Canucks right now, the Rick Tocchet effect, the young core taking a big step and the momentum starting to snowball. Later, they discuss Nicklas Bäckström stepping away from the Capitals for health reasons, if this may be the end for him and his Hall of Fame case. Finally, a debate on if the NHL should mandate neck guards.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.
11/1/202349 minutes, 43 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Boos for the Blue & White

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the news that Pierre Dorion is out as GM in Ottawa after complications in the Evgenii Dadonov trade. Then, on the Leafs' 4-1 loss to the Kings last night, Keefe turning to a Matthews/Marner/Nylander combo in the third, Mitch Marner's slow start, Klingberg being moved off PP1 and the Leafs getting booed on home ice. Mike Futa joins the conversation (34:56) and weighs in on the Leafs' effort last night, diminishing returns from the offseason additions, chemistry concerns and Keefe's lineup deployment. 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.
11/1/202349 minutes, 42 seconds
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Making Sense of the NHL Season with Mark Messier

Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the L.A. Kings' strengths with their centremen, the importance of getting a good start to a team's season, how depth in scoring gives an edge to a chase for a Stanley Cup, why the New York Rangers are a sleeper team to come out of the Eastern Conference, and his experience dealing with struggles when he was playing for the Edmonton Oilers. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee wrap up the show by discussing the Pittsburgh Penguins initiating a neck guard mandate. 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.
10/31/202349 minutes, 41 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Buds Back Home on Halloween

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with some Halloween stories before looking ahead to tonight's Leafs game against the LA Kings. They discuss the dynamic of the first game back home after a long road trip, the Kings' depth down the middle, the Leafs' third-line centre hole, the longevity of Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty and evaluate the fourth line so far. They are joined by Kings team president and Hockey Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille (28:36), who discusses LA's start to the season, how the team went through their 'rebuild' phase without scraping the bottom of the standings and how they take the next steps in becoming a serious contender. The guys close with a chat on expectations for high-level prospects and if teams are better off developing players outside of their NHL roster.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.
10/31/202349 minutes, 42 seconds
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What's the Importance of 'Heavy' Players in the NHL?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the second hour by bringing on Sportsnet's Eric Francis following the Flames' 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Oilers in the Heritage Classic (3:34). Is the season on the brink in Calgary just a few weeks in? Plus, they debate the response from the Flames after Evander Kane's great night for the Oilers - do more teams need 'heavy' players to have the ability to send a different message? Plus, they chat about the Canucks playing hard for Rick Tocchet, whether or not the Sharks should continue stripping it down (or go in the opposite direction), Cale Makar taking a massive hit, the retirement of Jumbo Joe Thornton, and the safety of the game in the wake of Adam Johnson's tragic passing. 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.
10/30/202349 minutes, 12 seconds
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Leafs Hour: First Road Trip in the Books

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap the Leafs' weekend that saw the end of a road trip in which they went 3-1-1. Has the team done enough to convince the fans that they are markedly different from last year's version? They get into Ilya Samsonov's start against the Predators, and whether or not the goaltender has lost confidence amidst a hot start for teammate Joseph Woll. Plus, they chat about the play of the defence in front of both goaltenders, the play of Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on the road trip, and Sheldon Keefe's management of a variety of injured players. 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.
10/30/202350 minutes, 20 seconds
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A Classic, Desperate, Battle of Alberta

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with a conversation about outdoor games with the Heritage Classic between the Oilers and Flames coming up this weekend, the significance in the standings and if McDavid will/should play. They are joined by former NHL team president, GM and coach (and author!) Doug MacLean (6:47) for Off-the-Rails Friday, who shares his thoughts on the desperation in the weekend's edition of the Battle of Alberta, what will change under the decentralized draft and takes a look at some of the Canadian teams around the league that are struggling. Finally, how much patience new Sens owner Michael Andlauer will afford Steve Staios or Pierre Dorion, the return of Andrei Svechnikov and answer your texts!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.
10/27/202349 minutes, 57 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Woll's On a Roll

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 4-1 win last night against the Dallas Stars, the importance of building momentum early in the season, what's known about Jake McCabe's likely significant injury, Morgan Rielly's stellar start and puck movement concerns on the top line. They are joined by former NHL goalie Mike McKenna (35:36), who dives deep on Joseph Woll, his time training the Leafs' emerging tendy, Woll's advanced maturity for his age and why Samsonov has struggled so much to start the 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.
10/27/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Dallas Dominance

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with more questions on Shane Pinto's suspension. They are joined by Stars TV analyst Daryl Reaugh (9:02), who gives his take on the Pinto story before sharing his thoughts on Dallas' 4-0-1 start to their season, what Max Domi can bring to the Leafs, the passing of the torch from Seguin/Benn to Robertson/Hintz and if Miro Heiskanen could pick up some Norris votes. Later, the guys discuss the lone game from last night where the Capitals beat the Devils 6-4, whether they want Alex Ovechkin to break Gretzky's goal record and Lindy Ruff calling his team soft.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.
10/26/202349 minutes, 31 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Catching Up With the Factor

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the big story from today with Shane Pinto receiving a 41-game suspension for activities related to sports wagering, if the league got it right and how his lack of contract complicates things. Then, onto the Leafs who head to Dallas to take on the Stars for their biggest test of the young season, Joseph Woll earning the start, when Ilya Samsonov will get another shot and stagnant puck movement on the top line. They are joined by Predators' forward and former Leaf Ryan O'Reilly (26:14), who discusses his upcoming return to Toronto on Saturday, his start in Nashville and reflects on his short stint last year with the Leafs. To close, the guys reflect on O'Reilly's unceremonious exit in the offseason, some encouraging play from Jake McCabe recently and evaluate the bottom six with Pontus Holmberg in for Fraser Minten. 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.
10/26/202350 minutes, 10 seconds
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Concern Index for Hockey’s Canadian Teams

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by four-time Stanley Cup champ Darren McCarty (9:29), who breaks down the rest of the Atlantic Division’s start to the season, including his Detroit Red Wings – are they better than the Buffalo Sabres or Ottawa Senators? They take a look around the league, including the Canadian franchises – what’s the concern index for the Edmonton Oilers? Should the Calgary Flames consider a rebuild? Plus, news and notes, including Brett Pesce’s injury for the Hurricanes, Connor Bedard vs. Brad Marchand, and Bedard’s very long shifts to start the 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.
10/25/202349 minutes, 23 seconds
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Leafs Hour: The Great Woll of Toronto

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee take a look at the Leafs’ 4-1 win over the Capitals, and ask the question: have the Leafs changed your mind on what they are through six games? They dive into another standout performance for Joseph Woll, chat about yet another successful review for the video staff, and get into the hot offensive start for William Nylander. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox (33:24) stops by to discuss the current road trip, Woll’s play, and how the new guys on the team have been performing so far. 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.
10/25/202349 minutes, 15 seconds
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All Hands on Deck for the Frenzy

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with their thoughts on 'Frozen Frenzy,' taking a page from the NFL's Red Zone, and if it will attract casual viewers to become 'hockey fans' rather than team fans. Then, on the NHL's potential plans to move to a decentralized draft. They are joined by former NHLer Jason York (14:15), who weighs in on the culture shift in Ottawa under new owner Michael Andlauer, the Senators' hot start, competition in the Atlantic division and their blueline strengths. Finally, news and notes - whether Connor McDavid will or should be pushed to play at the Heritage Classic, Rasmus Andersson's suspension being upheld, a deep dive into the NHL's Edge Data that is now public and the NHL backtracks on it's decision to ban Pride Tape.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.
10/24/202348 minutes, 28 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Will Toronto Start on Time?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show looking ahead to the first Frozen Frenzy with 16 NHL games on Tuesday including the Maple Leafs vs. Capitals, if the team will break their habit of not starting on time, a slow start for Tyler Bertuzzi, and what it takes to play on a top line alongside Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner. Then, Capitals analyst Alan May jumps on (28:42) to preview tonight's game from Washington, the struggles the team has encountered to start their season, not playing up to their offensive abilities, the slow start to Alex Ovechkin's season, chasing Wayne Gretzky, and what Rasmus Sandin brought to the roster since his team with 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 affiliates.
10/24/202349 minutes, 34 seconds
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Oil Leak in Edmonton

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with executive and former NHL coach & player, Craig MacTavish, who shares why the reaction around the league to the Oilers' slow start has been overblown, the pressure on Connor McDavid and on the team to show up now that he's been sidelined, their goalie controversy and Evander Kane's frustration showing on and off the ice. Later, a look at the Flames' early season struggles,  whether or not the Red Wings can fight for a playoff spot this year and revisiting how regular season games should end (30:40).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.
10/23/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Brewing Controversy

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show recapping the Maple Leafs' comeback win against the Lightning on Saturday night, Sheldon Keefe's decision to pull Ilya Samsonov and put in Joseph Woll during the game, the successful outcome from Toronto's backup, better showings from their defensive pairs and Max Domi's passing strengths. Then, the guys take a trip to the AHL and debate why Nick Robertson won't have a spot on the main roster and look at his trade value (39:50).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.
10/23/202349 minutes, 46 seconds
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Bolts' Backbone with Jon Cooper

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start the second hour with a look at how the Lightning have held up so far without Andrei Vasilevskiy. They are joined by Tampa Bay's head coach, Jon Cooper (4:40), who shares how backups Jonas Johansson and Matt Tomkins have fared in Vasilevskiy's absence, tougher competition around the Atlantic division, how he deals with wear and tear after several years of deep playoff runs and how he's evolved his coaching style over the years. Later, Jay Woodcroft quickly makes his way onto the hot seat, Connor Bedard's high usage to start the season and where Patrick Kane and Jesse Puljujärvi may end up. Finally, they 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.
10/20/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Chemistry on the Clock

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' loss to the Panthers last night, the lack of 'snot,' whether John Klingberg's offensive instincts make up for his defensive lapses, the bottom six without Fraser Minten and David Kämpf regressing defensively. Is it too early to say if the Leafs are better or worse than last season? Afterward, a deep dive into Max Domi's slow start, the pressure on him in Toronto and how he gets back on track. Finally, a look at the Atlantic landscape and if it might be a tougher path to the postseason than last year for the Leafs (42:30).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.
10/20/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Which Canadian Team is Best Equipped for the Future?

Sportsnet.ca writer and former pro scout Jason Bukala joins Nick and Justin to discuss a number of topics, including the potential for a rising salary cap, the potential for the NHL Draft to look like the NFL Draft in coming years, and to break down the prospect pool that each Canadian NHL franchise currently has (0:21). Can any of the Canadiens, Oilers, Canucks, or Leafs go out and make an impactful trade for a defenceman? Plus, could Logan Cooley push Connor Bedard for the Calder Trophy? Afterwards, Sam joins Nick and Justin to debate the contract given to Jack Hughes, what Matty Beniers is asking for, and if we might eventually see the end of the 'bridge deal'. 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.
10/19/202349 minutes, 28 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Looking For Revenge

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show by reliving the Maple Leafs second round loss to the Flordia Panthers last year ahead of their first matchup of the 2023-24 season, how should Toronto approach the game, the tough ask for NHLers to change their game that they've been used to, and whether it should apply to Auston Matthews cutting his goal scoring and focus more on defence. Then, Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay jumps on (27:09) to preview tonight's game, the key to success for the team this year, and the building rivalry between the Leafs and Cats. 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.
10/19/202349 minutes, 41 seconds
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Multiple Thoughts with Elliotte Friedman

Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss the future of Nick Robertson cracking the main roster or another NHL team, if the Ottawa Senators are in a similar situation with the Leafs and their young players with Shane Pinto, the NHL supporting causes through their uniforms, the Chicago Blackhawks holding back Connor Bedard from media availabilities, the possibility of promoting the league more and who will sign first; William Nylander or Elias Lindholm. Then, Kyper, Bourne and Sam McKee (25:56) discuss Vancouver Canucks' head coach Rick Tocchet calling out his team through three games, what makes a great hockey coach, and ESPN's list of the top 100 NHLers. 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.
10/18/202349 minutes, 36 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Buds Hit the Road

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with a look at the Leafs' lineup from today's practice, the defensive pairings getting a shake-up, the significance of Mark Giordano, Matthew Knies moving up to the second line and how that move impacts the bottom six. Then, looking ahead at the Leafs' road trip, how the goalie tandem will be deployed and Ryan Reaves' comments about Corey Perry. They are joined by Gord Stellick (27:54), who shares his thoughts on the Leafs' start to the season, how Max Domi is fitting in, whether or not to keep Fraser Minten with the big club and concerns around David Kämpf. 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.
10/18/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Good Vibes in Vancouver

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with the depth trade in Vancouver before welcoming Mike Halford from Sportsnet 650 to discuss the good vibes for the undefeated Canucks (4:25). He weighs in on whether they can potentially contend, how the team has changed with a full training camp under Rick Tocchet, the uncertainty of Elias Petterson heading toward RFA next summer and the importance of Thatcher Demko bouncing back. Next, Lindy Ruff makes a statement by benching Timo Meier, Evgeny Kuznetsov's slow-motion shootout and evaluating 'Panama' as the Leafs' Original Six goal song.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.
10/17/202349 minutes, 47 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Attention to Defence

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' loss to the Chicago Blackhawks last night, takeaways from seeing Connor Bedard up close and how his media availability has radically changed since Taylor Hall's comments. They continue with a look at the Leafs' defensive pairs, a wrinkle in the goalie battle and how Matthew Knies might fit on the top line. With William Nylander's impressive start, they get into how his extension might look and how the Leafs can maximize their negotiations (40:07). 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.
10/17/202349 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Flames' Fresh Start

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the news that Kirby Dach will miss significant time for the Canadiens with a lower-body injury, and the guys share stories of their own ACL and MCL injuries. They are joined by Sportsnet columnist Eric Francis (9:57), who discusses the fresh feeling in Calgary with new coaching and management, the importance of Jacob Markström having a bounce-back season and his early thoughts on the top teams of the Western Conference. The guys close with some news and notes, the Canucks having the top-end talent to be competitive, trade requests in the NHL vs. the NBA and Sam's issue with Connor Bedard's jersey number.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.
10/16/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Bedard Show Hits T.O

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 7-4 win over the weekend vs. the Wild, Auston Matthews' prolific scoring start, William Nylander looking more motivated and an early evaluation of the team's forward depth. Then, a look at how some of the new fixtures have factored in, Max Domi's fit, Matthew Knies showing hopeful signs and whether Ryan Reaves' extracurriculars make up for his play on the ice. They are joined by TNT analyst Darren Pang (29:57), who tees up tonight's game between Toronto and Chicago, the hype surrounding Connor Bedard, whether it's too much on his plate, how far the team is from being competitive and how the new pieces around Bedard have slotted in.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.
10/16/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Getting Wild on the Weekend with Bill Guerin

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the Ottawa Senators and their cap troubles, the Avalanche extending Devon Toews for 7 years and if the Leafs missed the boat on trading William Nylander for a defenceman. They are joined by Minnesota Wild GM and president of hockey ops. Bill Guerin (16:05), who shares his thoughts on his side's comfortable goalie situation, losing Ryan Reaves and Kirill Kaprizov in position for a career season. Later, a discussion on media in the locker room after Braves' shortstop Orlando Arcia's critical comments were leaked to Bryce Harper and the Phillies' clubhouse. They close with 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.
10/13/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Hopping off the Rails

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their sports superstitions in honour of Friday the 13th. They look ahead to tomorrow's game where the Leafs host the Minnesota Wild, Sheldon Keefe's tentative support for Ilya Samsonov as the starter, Ryan Reaves comments about fighting and if he's looking to drop the gloves in back-to-back games. They are joined by former NHL president, GM and coach Doug MacLean (30:41) for the first official Off-The-Rails Friday of the season! He shares his thoughts on what the Leafs' identity will be this season, the team's defensive flaws and the Oilers' championship prospects.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.
10/13/202349 minutes, 57 seconds
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The View in New York

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the Oilers getting thrashed 8-1 by the Canucks, Jack Campbell still an issue in Edmonton, a lacklustre response from the Oilers' stars and whether the Canucks can be scrappy under Rick Tocchet. Former NHL goalie and MSG analyst Steve Valiquette shares his thoughts on the state of the New York Rangers, whether Alexis Lafrenière deserves a spot on the lineup, the distractions surrounding him and high expectations for Igor Shesterkin (9:45). Finally, the Sabres lock up Owen Powers, Bedard scores his first NHL goal and if Ryan Reaves NEEDS to defend his heavyweight status.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. 
10/12/202349 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Starting With a Bang

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get right into the good, the bad and the ugly of the Leafs' comeback victory over the Canadiens to open the season. They discuss Auston Matthews putting on a show, an evaluation of the new additions to the lineup, some defensive miscues and early concerns for Ilya Samsonov. Then, a discussion of the Leafs' new goal song, Matthews on the penalty kill and encouraging signs that Matthew Knies is becoming a difference-maker.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.
10/12/202350 minutes, 38 seconds
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Canadian Team Catch-Up

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with their takeaways from Connor Bedard's highly anticipated NHL debut against Sidney Crosby and the Penguins. Sportsnet TV host David Amber joins the conversation and then takes a look at the Canadian teams around the league and their overall outlook before making some award predictions (6:24). They close with a look at the action from Day 1 around the league, including the Golden Knight's statement victory, Brett Howden's high hit on and Brandon Tanev and the Lightning looking steady despite missing Andrei Vasilevskiy and extension drama with Steven Stamkos.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.
10/11/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: New Song, New Season

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee tee up the Maple Leafs season opener against the Canadiens! They begin with a look into their fourth-line pairings as Fraser Minten makes his highly touted debut and discuss if Tyler Bertuzzi could be the better choice over Michael Bunting alongside Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner. Then, the guys tackle Jake McCabe playing with John Klingberg on defence, and other standouts from training camp along with the biggest change for the upcoming season: a NEW goal song. Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph jumps on (32:25) to give us an outlook on the goaltenders, and if the added toughness to the roster will change the character of the hockey club. 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.
10/11/202349 minutes, 24 seconds
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NHL Opening Night Has Finally Arrived

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with Sportsnet reporter Sean Reynolds, who shares his thoughts on Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck inking extensions with the Jets, how the mood has changed in Winnipeg and tees up tonight’s game between the Penguins and Blackhawks in Connor Bedard’s much anticipated NHL debut. Then, more on the Penguins with their new GM and president Kyle Dubas, what to expect from Sidney Crosby in year 19 and if Erik Karlsson can replicate his most recent Norris-winning season (31:43). Finally, a look at the Leafs' blueline with John Klingberg, the Golden Knights get their Stanley Cup rings, Rasmus Dahlin's extension and the NHL banning pride tape.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.
10/10/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs Hour: Sheldon Keefe Joins the Show!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are in the new studio ahead of the start of the NHL season kicking off today! They start with a look at the Leafs' opening-day roster, Fraser Minten getting a shot after a dynamic preseason, cap manipulation with the Easton Cowan move and the impact of losing Sam Lafferty. They are joined by Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe (15:55), who shares his thoughts on training camp and preseason play, the emergence of Minten, the differences between Brad Treliving and ex-GM Kyle Dubas and how the team stays motivated during the long regular season. Finally, a chat about how things have changed under Treliving, what to expect from Noah Gregor, thoughts on players that missed the cut for opening day and a look at the goaltending battle.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.
10/10/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Camp Battles & Prospect Etiquette

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with Doug MacLean for the first Off-The-Rails Friday of the new season (1:30)! He discusses his new book, ‘Draft Day,’ his writing process and shares some of the book’s stories, including an insider look at the Eric Lindros trade. Then, a chat about roster-bubble players and younger performers from preseason, the Leafs’ plan for them and how Toronto media treats prospects. Finally, an assessment of the goaltending battle between Ilya Samsonov and Jo Woll, whether another goalie can push into the equation and where Ryan Reaves fits within the offence. 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.
10/6/202349 minutes, 4 seconds
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Leafs Hour: The Boys Are Back

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a post-mortem on the Blue Jays season. Are there similarities between John Schneider and Sheldon Keefe in terms of decision-making autonomy and which player in the core four most resembles Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Next, the guys get into preseason talk. How much can you read into the results and performances so far and how impressed have they been by Fraser Minten and Easton Cowan? Looking ahead to the season, the guys discuss what is making them hopeful. Will making it past round one last year impact the Maple Leafs' mindset moving forward, how will Max Domi, Ryan Reaves and the new additions fit in with the group, and should we be concerned with the Leafs' depth on the blueline? 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.
10/6/202349 minutes, 29 seconds
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Matthews Signs 4-Year Extension

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee are back for an emergency episode after the Maple Leafs signed Auston Matthews to a 4-year contract extension worth $13.25 million AAV! The guys give their immediate reaction and analysis on the signing, whether it was a good yearly figure for the term and how this changes the Leafs' approach in Nylander and Marner extension talks.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.
8/23/202323 minutes, 25 seconds
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Leafs Closeout Show

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee kick off their final show of the season with some final reflections on the Leafs’ 2022-23 season, the end result, the biggest storylines and how the offseason changes will address the team’s biggest weaknesses next year. Next, more on the Auston Matthews and William Nylander extension negotiations and how they will likely drag deep into the summer. Finally, the guys close out the season with some thank you’s to guests and everyone behind the scenes, as well as go over technical producer Derrick Brandeo’s best sound drops of the 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.
7/4/202349 minutes, 19 seconds
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Free Agency Fallout

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with reactions to a busy weekend in Leafs land, breaking down the signings of Ryan Reaves, Tyler Bertuzzi, John Klingberg and Max Domi one by one.  Then, the team's free agency losses, how the additions fill those departing roles, the possibility of trading William Nylander for a defencemen and the clock ticking on extensions for him and Auston Matthews. Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick joins the conversation (43:44) and highlights the importance of adding loud voices to the Leafs' quiet locker room, which departure Leafs fans will miss the most and the team's goalie conundrum with Ilya Samsonov still unsigned. Next up, NHL Network's Brian Lawton shares his thoughts on the lack of term handed out this year, Ryan O'Reilly's unceremonious exit and early winners and losers from free agency (1:07:12). The guys close with a chat about some of the bigger deals around the league, the O'Reilly situation and Kyle Dubas' first free agency with the Pens.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.
7/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 33 seconds
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Willy and the Contract Factory

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee open the show with all the buyouts happening in the NHL before discussing some updates to William Nylander's extension negotiations. With reports that the two sides are far apart, they delve into some trade possibilities, what Nylander's number might look like and potential free agent replacements if he is traded. The guys are then joined by former NHL President, GM, and head coach Doug Maclean to give his take on all the buyouts happening around the league, what Nylander’s next contract might look like and how the salary cap has changed the financial landscape of the league. Finally, the guys wrap up their last studio show giving their thanks to the crew who help run the show and giving their final thoughts on free agency.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.
6/30/202349 minutes, 52 seconds
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Easton Cowan Scouting Report with Mark Hunter

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee open the show with their reaction to last night’s NHL Draft, the Leafs’ drafting Easton Cowan, Adam Fantilli falling to 3rd overall and Carey Price's blunder forgetting David Reinbacher’s name. Then, the guys react to Sheldon Keefe addressing the media for the first time, and discuss Keefe’s comments to the re-signing of David Kämpf, extension talks and Kyle Dubas' departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Next up, General Manager for the London Knights Mark Hunter joins the show to address what Easton Cowan brings to the table for the Leafs. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with the awaited news of Auston Matthews signing an extension by this Saturday and the idea of Brad Treliving trading John Tavares despite his no-move clause.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/29/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Kämpf Re-Signs + Draft Day

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee open the show with the news today that the Leafs are re-signing of David Kämpf to a 4-year, $2.4 million deal and debate whether this the right choice for the Leafs, how it impacts Ryan O’Reilly negotiations and what role he will play next season. Next, the guys touch on the recent signings of Pierre-Luc Dubois and Timo Meier and how they will affect William Nylander’s contract, and if management should consider a big move or run it all the way back. Later, NHL Analyst Mike Futa joins the show to give his take on Kämpf's contract, Brad Treliving's strengths as GM, the Leafs looking for more grit and physicality, and the idea of approaching John Tavares for a trade. Finally, the guys wrap up with tonight’s draft, what the future has in hold for the Montreal Canadiens, and the rumours tying the Bruins to a Milan Lucic reunion.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.
6/28/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Treliving Breaks the Silence

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by going live to Brad Treliving's press conference addressing his off-season thoughts, Sheldon Keefe staying with the Toronto Maple Leaf and the plan for the goalie room. Afterward, the guys give their takeaways on the possibility of Matt Murray resigning, Brad Treliving's draft restrictions and his lack of verbal commitment to Auston Matthews and William Nylander. Finally, the guys wrap up with their take on Pierre-Luc Dubois likely heading to the LA Kings, Alex Newhook getting traded to the Montreal Canadiens and rumours that the Leafs have prioritized signing UFAs David Kampf and Alex Kerfoot.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.
6/27/202349 minutes, 48 seconds
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Willy and Auston's Extension Tension

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee open the show with reports of the Leafs’ putting a full-court press on William Nylander for an extension, if Auston Matthews has an impact on Nylander to resign, and if there's pressure on Matthews to take a pay cut to help the team. Next up, Aarif Deen from Mile High Sports joins the show to break down the Avalanche's trade for Ryan Johansen, how he'll fare as a Gabriel Landeskog fill-in and what the Avs still have on their offseason docket. Later, some rumours around the league including Pierre-Luc Dubois' potential landing spots and Erik Karlsson requesting a trade. Finally, the guys wrap up the show reacting to breaking news of Taylor Hall being traded to the Chicago Blackhawks. 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.
6/26/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Constructing a Championship with Kelly McCrimmon

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee open the show with speculations of the Leafs buying out TJ Brodie, will Brad Treliving relationship with the former Flames d-man and if a trade makes more sense. Next up, the guys look ahead to potential free-agency signings for the Leafs, the clock ticking on Auston Matthews, Luke Schenn's number and term, and if William Nylander worth keeping around. Finally, general manager for the Vegas Golden Knights Kelly McCrimmon joins the show to break down the feeling of winning a Stanley Cup and the process of constructing a championship 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.
6/20/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Offseason Landscape

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show with a quick recap of the US Open and give their take on Rory Mcllroy once again coming up short at a major. The guys then discuss Brad Treliving being too cautious toward making new moves for the Leafs, what type of contract the Leafs should offer Auston Matthews and who could be potential trade target candidates. Next up, Gord Stellick from Leafs Nation joins the show to give his take on how the Leafs’ front office should handle relationship dynamics, the idea of Matthews signing for 8 years and what’s in store for Morgan Rielly and the D line. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with reactions to the Oliver Ekman-Larsson news and potential free-agent pick-ups.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.
6/19/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Auston Equation

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne react to reports of Auston Matthews' negotiations with the Leafs, how captaincy plays into the extension discussion and the rumours of Sheldon Keefe staying with the team. Next up, former general manager, coach and NHL President Doug Maclean joins the show to give his take on Brad Treliving potentially re-signing Matthews, the Senators' plans for Alex DeBrincat and who he thinks would be a good assistant coach for the Leafs. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with their thoughts on Jarome Iginla being named as Special Advisor for the Calgary Flames.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.
6/16/202349 minutes, 54 seconds
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Vegas Hoists the Cup

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the show with their reactions to the Vegas Golden Knights winning their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, they weigh in on how team chemistry for both teams led them to the Cup Finals and if the Leafs’ are capable to follow in the same footsteps. Next up, former Golden Knights Defenseman Deryk Engelland joins the show to give his take on Vegas winning the cup and his biggest takeaways from the series. Up next, the guys react to the news of Jason Spezza becoming the new Assistant General Manager for the Pittsburgh Penguins and what the future has on hold for the Penguins. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with their predictions for next season's Stanley Cup Finals.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
6/14/202349 minutes, 42 seconds
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Cats Down to Their Last Life

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee react to Nick Taylor winning this year’s RBC Canadian Open, making him the first Canadian winner since 1954, how the country has reacted and the unfortunate event of Adam Hadwin getting tackled by security. Next up, Frank Seravalli from the Daily Faceoff joins the show to give his take on whether Auston Matthews will resign before July 1st, the lack of movement from Brad Treliving so far and what Treliving has in store for Sheldon Keefe. Finally, the guys wrap up with the potential of the Vegas Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup ahead of tonight’s Game 5 matchup.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.
6/12/202349 minutes, 43 seconds
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Panthers Have Life & Leafs Hire Shane Doan

Justin Bourne & Sam McKee open the show with the recent news of Shane Doan being named the Special Advisor to GM Brad Treliving and how quiet the front office has been on Sheldon Keefe. The guys briefly break down last night’s Game 3 victory by the Florida Panthers and the parallel between the Panthers and the Miami Heat. Next up, Luke Fox from Sportsnet.ca joins the show to give his take on Game 3, the importance of Shane Doan’s relationship with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies and how large an influence Matthews holds over Keefe’s future. To wrap up, the guys talk about Damon Severson being traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets.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.
6/9/202349 minutes, 46 seconds
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UFA Uncertainty for Leafs and Jets

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne open the show with a call from Sam McKee, who's covering the PGA Canadian Open. They briefly discuss Canadians in the tourney, how Rory Mcllroy is playing and where they think he will finish. Next up, Sean Reynolds from NHL on Sportsnet joins the show to share some possible trade destinations for Connor Hellebuyck, a culture-change offseason for the Jets and what Auston Matthews' top priorities are in resigning with the Leafs. Finally, the guys wrap up with likely figures for some of the Leafs' UFAs - like Michael Bunting and Ryan O'Reilly - and get ready for tonight’s Game 3 matchup between the Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights.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.
6/8/202349 minutes, 55 seconds
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Flyers Pressing the Reset Button

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show with the news that Radko Gudas is expected to play in Game 3 of the Cup finals and how crucial he has been for an undermanned Panthers' blueline. They are joined by Mike Kelly from NHL Network to discuss Vegas’ defense, Adin Hill's offseason value and if the Leafs need a different style of players in the playoffs. Next up, Al Morganti from 94.1 WIP Philadelphia joins the show to give his take on the Flyers' three team deal yesterday, why they decided to move off of Ivan Provorov and the availability of Carter Hart. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with more talks on the PGA merging with LIV Golf and Rory Mcllroy's comments about it today.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. 
6/7/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Vegas Ups the Ante in Game 2

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off with some golf news as the PGA has announced it will be merging with LIV. Then, back to the ice and the Cup final where the guys break down the Golden Knights dominating the Panthers in Game 2, the 10-day break hurting Florida, the big hit Matthew Tkachuk laid on Jack Eichel and how Eichel responded to it. Next up, Mike McKenna from the Daily Faceoff joins the show to give his take on the young goalies making an impact during the playoffs, Bobrovsky losing momentum, the ascension of Adin Hill and Joseph Woll being the future in net for the Leafs. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with how the Florida Panthers and Matthew Tkachuk can respond going into Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  
6/6/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Keefe Conundrum

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with the ongoing Sheldon Keefe discussion, the arguments for and against extending him and possible replacement candidates, including Patrick Roy who is coming off a Memorial Cup victory. They also get to the coaching hires around the league with the Ducks hiring Greg Cronin and the Blue Jackets hiring Mike Babcock, what to expect out of Babs’ old-school style and if he and Roy can return to the NHL with some new tricks. They are joined by Golden Knights’ TV analyst Daren Millard, who breaks down how Vegas countered Florida’s forecheck, Adin Hill’s meteoric ascension and the Golden Knights' fanbase rallying around the team. Finally, the guys close with some thoughts on Cole Caufield’s extension and make their predictions for Game 2 of the Cup Final.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.   
6/5/202349 minutes, 47 seconds
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Dubas and Treliving's Big Calls

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show with NHL on Sportsnet's Colby Armstrong, who gives his take on Kyle Dubas moving to Pittsburgh, whether they will rebuild or retool within, who will be hired their GM and the idea of Auston Matthews coming back to Toronto. Next up, the guys are joined by former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug Maclean and gives his take on what Brad Treliving needs to do to secure Auston Matthews, what would be a reasonable contract for him and the Leafs' head coaching situation. Finally, the guys wrap up with a brief look at this weekend's Stanley Cup Finals between the Florida Panthers and the Vegas Golden Knights.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.  
6/2/202350 minutes, 9 seconds
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Getting to Know Brad Treliving

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with their reactions to Brad Treliving's introductory press conference, before they address his biggest takeaways, his to-do list and what is in store for the core four. The guys also give their reaction to the news of Kyle Dubas being name the President of Hockey Ops for the Pittsburgh Penguins, the suspicious and perhaps petty timing of it and if there is a possibility of Jason Spezza joining him. Finally, new Leafs’ GM, Brad Treliving joins the show to share his thoughts on coming to Toronto, urgency for an Auston Matthews extension, using the Matthew Tkachuk trade as a lesson and his team-building intentions for the Leafs (31:26). 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.
6/1/202359 minutes, 45 seconds
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Leafs Hire Brad Treliving as GM

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the news that Brad Treliving will be the next general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. They discuss the philosophy behind the hire, what the former Flames GM can bring to the table and what’s in store for him through his first Leafs offseason. Next up, Gord Stellick from Leafs’ Nation joins the show to give his reaction on the Leafs’ hiring Treliving, the idea of a possible rebuild for the Maple Leafs and what’s next for the core four, Sheldon Keefe and Kyle Dubas. Finally, the guys close out the show with the Stanley Cup Finals approaching this weekend.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.
5/31/202349 minutes, 50 seconds
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Head Coach Musical Chairs

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show with news that the Washington Capitals have hired Spencer Carbery and the Nashville Predators have hired Andrew Brunette as their respective head coaches. They discuss their coaching-style fits with the teams, how this changes the available coaching landscape and where it leaves Toronto in their likely upcoming head coach search. Then, some more rumours on the ongoing Ottawa Senators sale. Next up, Jason Bukala from Sportsnet.ca joins the show to give his take on the value of winning a championship, how scouts are affected by the situation with the Leafs’ not having a GM and some sneak peeks into his mock draft. Later, the guys break down last night's game between the Vegas Golden Knights and Dallas Stars.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.
5/30/202348 minutes, 34 seconds
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What It Means to Be GM of the Leafs w/ Brian Burke

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open with Team Canada winning gold against Germany in the World Championship before they get into the nitty-gritty of the NHL rumour mill. As they await Kyle Dubas's decision, they dive into rumours of the Columbus Blue Jackets speaking with Patrick Roy for the head coaching position and Peter Laviolette being the front-runner for the Rangers head coach position. Next up, the guys are joined by former Leafs’ GM and NHL executive Brian Burke on the possibility of Dubas losing deals, what he has in store for him if he joins Pittsburgh and what it's like being the GM in Toronto. Finally, the guys wrap up with a look ahead at tonight’s Game 6 Conference Finals matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Vegas Golden Knights.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.  
5/29/202349 minutes, 56 seconds
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GM Try-Outs Take Shape

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with some more GM talk and the potential of Brad Treliving stepping in for the Leafs after he reportedly met with Shanahan.  Next, they address the idea of Auston Matthews resigning before July and how much that hinges on the future GM. They are joined by former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug Maclean on who would be a good fit for the the Leafs. They wrap up the show with a look at the Dallas Stars forcing a Game 5 to keep the Conference Finals going and Sam Bennett's hit on Jaccob Slavin.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.
5/26/202350 minutes
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Lining Up Dubas’ Replacement

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with rumours of Kyper’s involvement in the sale of the Ottawa Senators before touching on some of the odds-on favourites for the Leafs GM job. They look at Brad Treliving and some other rumoured names, what the organization is looking for, who would fit best and the task at hand for the incoming candidate. Next up, Rob Rossi from The Athletic joins the show to give his take on Dubas potentially moving to Pittsburgh. Later, a chat on the feasibility of the Leafs poaching Doug Armstrong away from the Blues. They wrap with the Conference Finals and how long Jamie Benn should be suspended.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.  
5/24/202349 minutes, 53 seconds
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Friday's Fallout

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with some fallout following the Dubas decision, the poor optics of the move, Dubas final statement to Leafs’ nation, the fallout of Jason Spezza’s decision and the idea of Auston Matthews not resigning without Dubas. The guys wrap up with tonight’s Game 3 matchup between the Golden Knights and the Stars.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.
5/23/202349 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Cut Ties with Kyle Dubas

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee open with Brendan Shanahan's live press conference following the news that Kyle Dubas will not be brought back as general manager of the Maple Leafs. The guys react to the news, the press conference, and negotiations before discussing what lies ahead for the Leafs in their search for a new coach, Auston Matthews' approaching extension and the future of the core four.  Next up, Doug Maclean joins the show (59:53) to get his thoughts and reactions to Dubas’ leaving the Leafs’, the day that changed Shanahan’s decision and the privilege of being a GM in the NHL. Finally, the guys end of the show recapping some of the highlights and lowlights throughout Dubas’ tenure with 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 affiliates. 
5/19/20231 hour, 46 minutes, 12 seconds
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Eastern Conference FOMO

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee open with Leafs rumours and reports as they continue to wait for looming decisions regarding Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe. Tripp Tracy from Bally Sports Television joins the show (45:18) to tee up tonight’s Game 1 Conference Final match-up between the Hurricanes and Panthers, Carolina's blueline strength and the playoff success from former Leafs’ goalie Freddie Andersen. Next up, Panthers Analyst Jeff Chychrun addresses the idea of the Panthers being the underdog throughout the playoffs, playoff Bobrovsky and Radko Gudas' gritty impact on the Leafs (1:07:20). Finally, TNT analyst Darren Pang shares his thoughts on which of the remaining coaches deserves to hoist the Cup for the first time as a coach, the difference between winning as a coach and winning as a player and what to take away from the lack of elite goalies left in the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
5/18/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 17 seconds
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Run It Back or Run Away?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with some more Kyle Dubas talk, what's holding up a decision on his future and the news today that the Arizona Coyotes could be on the move shortly. They are joined by Garry Galley from NHL on Sportsnet (46:19) who shares his take on another year of Canadian-Cup drought, the Leafs’ possibly 'blowing it up' and who has a leg up going into the Conference Finals. Next up, Frank Seravalli from the Daily Faceoff joins the show to reveal what’s realistic and what’s not in the rumours surrounding Dubas, the Coyotes' Plan B and who would be the front-runner city to take over the team (1:06:58). Finally, host of NHL on Sportsnet David Amber joins the show (stamp) and gives his thoughts on the Leafs’ playoff run, winning formulas for salary structure and the advantage gained by no-state-tax teams. The guys end the show going through Oilers' locker cleanout day press conferences.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.
5/17/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 27 seconds
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Leafs Nation Limbo

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with some more reflections on Kyle Dubas press conference yesterday, the idea of Keefe potentially sticking around and the feasibility of making some significant changes. They are joined by former Leafs’ GM and Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick who discusses the team missing a golden opportunity and the fundamental problem with 'running it back' with the same core. (47:20). Next up, Sportsnet analyst Mike Futa joins the show (1:06:10) to share his thoughts on Dubas' 'family' comments, the mobility of Tavares' contract and some spicy trade targets the Leafs could exchange for one of the core four. Finally, TV analyst for the Dallas Stars Daryl Reaugh gives his take on Dallas making the WCF, Roope Hintz's playoff performance and if it is sustainable, the best goalie left in the playoffs and Peter Deboer enabling success. The guys close by going through some of the Leafs' looming UFAs and who they should prioritize.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.
5/16/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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Maple Leaf Post-Mortem

Another year, another disappointing playoff exit for the Leafs. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show with their reaction to Sheldon Keefe's and Kyle Dubas' end-of-year press conference availability, their biggest takeaways, Dubas' contract negotiations and the likely value of Auston Matthews' looming extension (4:00). Next up, columnist for Sportsnet.ca Luke Fox opens with his reactions to locker room clean out day, if this is potentially the final chapter of the core four and who would be the odd man out (4:37). Finally, they close out with Game 5 analysis.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.
5/15/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 7 seconds
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BONUS: Leafs Playoff Run Ends in OT vs. Panthers

The Toronto Maple Leafs season came to an end after a thrilling game 5 against the Florida Panthers. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs overtime loss and discuss what went wrong in the series, what the future has in store for the core four, whether or not changes are coming in the front office, and more on Leafs Talk!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.
5/13/202359 minutes, 44 seconds
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Survival Mode

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs’ upcoming Game 5 match up with hopes to see a Game 6 back in Florida, core four problems and Matthews needing to step up for Game 5. They are joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke, who shares his concern for the core four's production, Sheldon Keefe challenging his players to score more and Jo Woll’s performance after Game 4 (45:00). Next up, former NHL President, GM & Head Coach Doug Maclean discusses how impactful Luke Schenn has been during the playoffs and Keith Jones becoming President of Hockey Operations in Philadelphia (01:06:27). Finally, Blues' coaching consultant Ken Hitchcock joins the show and explains how well Paul Maurice has been for 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.
5/12/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 14 seconds
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So You're Telling Me There's a Chance...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs' Game 4 win last night to keep their season alive, better puck management, Jo Woll's stellar night, some desperately needed offensive production from the core, the game's officiating and Matthews playing predictable hockey. They are joined by Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (46:59), who shows where he's at on the Hope-O-Meter, discusses the Leafs' stagnant offence, the Panthers' suffocating forecheck and how many games the Leafs need to win to prevent changes in the offseason. Next up, Kevin Lowe breaks down last night's Oilers / Golden Knights game, Pietrangelo's slash on Draisaitl, Nurse's suspension and the strength of the Oilers' powerplay (1:05:27). Finally, former Flyers player and current Flyers analyst - from the Snow the Goalie podcast - Chris Therien on Philadelphia hiring Keith Jones as team president, what type of role he will have and what will be his first order of business (1:25:26). 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.
5/11/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 22 seconds
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BONUS: Leafs Avoid Sweep, Force Game 5

On the brink, the Toronto Maple Leafs avoid getting swept by the Florida Panthers in game 4. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne, break down the Leafs 2-1 victory over the cats, and discuss the teams defensive structure, how Joseph Woll fared in his first career playoff start, Mitch Marner's issues turning over the puck, and more on Leafs Talk!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.
5/11/202359 minutes, 36 seconds
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Do or Die Desparation

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss tonight's do-or-die Game 4, what's at stake for the future of management, coaching and the core four, waiting on Bobrovsky's streakiness, Mitch Marner picking a fight with the media and the Leafs' overall lack of maturity. They are joined by Luke Fox (24:57), who breaks down the Game 4 lineup, Keefe coaching for his job, getting Tavares going and the admirable maturity from Woll ahead of his start tonight. Next up, former NHL head coach Peter Laviolette discusses when his Flyers came back from down 3-0 against the Bruins in 2010, what it took, what methods of coaching are most effective in this situation and if the Leafs can pull off the same (46:19). Finally, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph on location in Florida shares his thoughts on why the Panthers have been so successful, the struggles on Toronto's blue line, the X-Factors for tonight, and the importance of setting the tone early (1:08:51).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.
5/10/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 40 seconds
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Day Off Reflection

It's a day off in Leafs Land and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with confidence checks for tomorrow's Game 4 against the Panthers, the idea of 'playing for pride,' potential line combinations and revisit some of the difference-making plays of Game 3. They are joined by NBC Sports Chicago's Charlie Roumeliotis (20:55), who discusses the Blackhawks winning last night's draft lottery, how it changes the team's plans and expectations for Connor Bedard's rookie season in the Windy City. Next up, TNT's Eddie Olczyk weighs in on how the game changes from the regular season to playoffs, great being the enemy of good and looks at some of the more impressive and surprising playoff performances around the league (46:56). Finally, the Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna shares some insight into Joseph Woll's upside, the pressure on him in Game 4, Bobrovsky's hot stretch, how the Leafs can do a better job of putting pressure on him and Matt Murray's fall from grace (1:07:15). 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.
5/9/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 5 seconds
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Buds on the Brink

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with last night's Leafs Game 3 loss going down 3-0 to the Panthers, a disappointing showing from the core, the Leafs lacking toughness, Sheldon Keefe's strategy, potential changes for the Game 4 lineup, Samsonov's injury, Jo Woll's performance and if he should stick in net for Game 4. They are joined by Craig Simpson (47:00), who shares his thoughts on how the series has turned around for the core four, Florida's momentum, the hole left in Matthew Knies' absence, what to expect in Game 4 and if a win on Wednesday can change the offseason direction. Later, NHL Network's Brian Lawton breaks down how the core can get it going, his expectations for the Leafs' offseason and if taking a few games in the series can save jobs (1:07:16). The guys close with a chat about potential moves this offseason, problems with the Leafs' deadline acquisitions and a look at the playoff action around the league.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.
5/8/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 15 seconds
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BONUS: Panthers Push Leafs to the Brink

The Leafs fell to the Panthers 3-2 in overtime as Florida goes up 3-0 in the series. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the loss and discuss Toronto's core not being able to provide offence, Joseph Woll's performance, whether or not they believe that Toronto can come back in the series, and more on Leafs Talk!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.
5/8/202354 minutes, 30 seconds
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Grieving Game 2

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with Nick Kypreos over the phone, and they get into the Leafs' Game 2 loss last night, the significance of Knies' injury, the horrific start to the second period, Sam Bennett's dirty plays and if he should be suspended, the officials 'keeping score,' Samsonov concerns and potential lineup changes for Game 3. They are joined by NHL Network's Mike Rupp (48:08), who discusses Florida's momentum, the away team discrepancy in this year's postseason, the idea of 'earning luck,' and how to lessen Tkachuk's impact on the game. Later, the FAN Morning Show's Justin Cuthbert shares his thoughts on the Leafs' waning confidence, how to beat Bobrovsky and the importance of controlling Bennett (1:06:41). Justin and Sam close by answering listener questions and predictions for Game 3.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.
5/5/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 9 seconds
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Getting Back on Track at the Bank

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead at tonight’s Game 2, the lineup-change chess game between Keefe and Maurice, needing more out of Marner and how the Leafs respond after Game 1. They are joined by NHL Network’s Mike Kelly (21:14), who shares his thoughts on the weird trend of away team dominance, why Tkachuk is built for the postseason, how the Leafs matchup and possibly slow him down and takes a look at the Oilers series. Next up, former Panthers GM Dale Tallon chats about the scrappy postseason performance from Florida, Bobrovsky's playoff rennaisance, how Tkachuk and Bennett have transformed the team's identity and Barkov's upside (46:25). Later, Kyper, Justin and Sam have a conversation about last night's Oilers/Golden Knights Game 1, Paul Maurice's comments about increased pressure in Toronto and building playoff momentum. Finally, actor Kevin Zegers discusses his fandom for the Leafs and the Hollywood hockey scene (1:12:51).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.
5/4/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 18 seconds
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From Upset to Upstart

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs' Game 1 loss last night, Toronto's lack of finish, problems with the overaggressive defensive unit, the presence of Tkachuk, Keefe's lineup decisions, potential combinations for Game 2 and a throwback performance from Sergei Bobrovsky. Next, Bruce Boudreau joins the show (44:50) to share his expertise on moving on after an emotional series, coaching inconsistent players and balancing fire-power and depth in a postseason lineup. Later, Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay breaks down Bobrovsky's performance and if it's sustainable, Sam Bennett's growth this season and what Florida's turnaround moment was this season (1:06:41). To close, Kyper, Justin and Sam look at the postseason action around the league, Pavelski's 4-goal game, a closer look at the Vegas/Edmonton series and a post-mortem on the Rangers' first-round collapse.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.
5/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sizing Up the Cats

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with what the Leafs should expect from a confident Panthers team in Game 1 tonight, how the series-dynamic changes with Toronto as a favourite, where the Cats are weakest and Matthew Tkachuk's unreal form. They are joined by Jeff Chychrun (45:56), Panthers analyst and father of Senators defenceman Jakob, who breaks down how Florida has changed from last season, the keys to their series win against Boston, the goalie situation and who could step up as the X-Factor. Next up, Futa on thoughts on the Leafs' first round performance, how Toronto stacks up against the Panthers, the different aspects of toughness between Tampa and Florida and the how impactful Aleksander Barkov must be (1:06:53). They close with a conversation on the fallout in Calgary, Trouba's hit and second-round scheduling concerns.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.
5/2/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 18 seconds
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It Happened

THE LEAFS ARE GOING TO THE SECOND ROUND! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get right into the Saturday's Game 6 victory, John Tavares fittingly playing the hero, the 11-7 lineup, Morgan Rielly's invaluable impact, the Lightning's stars' struggles and the stellar closeout game from Ilya Samsonov. They are joined by Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (46:24), who shares his thoughts on what was different this year, the impacts of the deadline additions and what the lineup could look like in the second round. Next up, Boston Hockey Now's Joe Haggerty breaks down the Bruins' Game 7 collapse, what went wrong for them in the series and what comes next for their aging core (1:08:22). Finally, Kyper, Justin and Sam close with some comments on the Panthers' upset, what to expect from them in the second round and news out of Calgary that Darryl Sutter is being let go.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.
5/1/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 55 seconds
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BONUS: The Leafs Are Headed to Round 2!

The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs! JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs first series win since 2004 and discuss the defining moments of their first round matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Auston Matthews' strong performance, who they would rather see the Leafs face in the second round, and more on Leafs Talk!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.
4/30/20231 hour, 1 minute, 5 seconds
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Leafs Lose Some Luster in Game 5

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs' loss last night, a trend of getting off to bad starts, potential blueline adjustments for Game 6, Samsonov looking shaky, who comes out for Bunting and how the Leafs overcome the curse and closeout. Doug MacLean joins the conversation (47:22), and shares why the Leafs are lucky to hold the series lead, their issues moving the puck, how much Keefe should tinker with the lineup for Game 6 and the forechecking failure against a diminished Tampa blueline. They are joined by Lightning Hockey analyst Brian Bradley, who gives some insight on Vasilevskiy starting to rally, Jon Cooper's mind games and the positives and negatives of abundant, recent playoff success (1:07:09). The guys close with a conversation about Rick Bowness' comments after his Jets got eliminated and answer listener 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.
4/28/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 19 seconds
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Deep Breaths, Buds

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get right into tonight's closeout game for the Leafs, the first round curse's history, the increase in pressure, keys to the game and how hard Tampa can push with their season on the line. They are joined by Luke Fox (22:36), who discusses the energy in Toronto ahead of the game, the problems with Vasilevskiy and why the Bunting decision is the correct decision. Next, radio voice of the Leafs Joe Bowen shares his thoughts on why the team feels different from previous years, Leafs fans starting to believe, what the Toronto should expect out of the Lightning tonight and the unique impact of Matthew Knies (44:31). Later, Ed Jovanovski discusses the Bruins' overtime loss against Florida, Sergei Bobrovsky making the most of his opportunity at redemption, the Panthers' season-turnaround moment and where the Bruins are most vulnerable (1:05:30).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.
4/27/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 8 seconds
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Bunting Out of Strikes

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by discussing if scratching Michael Bunting for Game 5 was the right call. Is Bunting a liability to the team, does he deserve to be back onto the ice for Game 5, and does Auston Matthews want the winger back on his line? They are joined by former NHL goalie and TNT hockey analyst, Darren Pang (21:11). He discusses his experience in between the benches of what went down between Brayden Point and Morgan Rielly, Leafs expectations of closing out Game 5 tomorrow night. Later, analyst for the New York Rangers on MSG Steve Valiquette (46:34) discusses how defence affects goaltenders, Andrei Vasilevskiy fighting through the Leafs' screens in Game 4. Jason Bukala (1:06:25) stops by to look at some of the other NHL playoff matchups. Finally, Kyper, Justin and Sam discuss the come-up of Matthew Knies before Game 6, while also taking a quick look at an update of the playoff standings. 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.
4/26/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 14 seconds
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Catching Lightning in a Bottle

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs' comeback victory over the Lightning in Game 4 last night, Kerfoot's game-winner, William Nylander looking dangerous on the first line, Vasilevskiy's uncharacteristic struggles, if/where Michael Bunting fits into the lineup and Knies' potential.  They are joined by Colby Armstrong (45:38), who delves into Samsonov's stellar play, why the Leafs feel different this season, their blueline strength and Ryan O'Reilly setting the tone. Later, former NHLer Garry Valk shares memories of the postseason and scoring the series-winning goal for the Leafs in the 1999 Eastern Conference semifinal (1:05:55). Then, Louie DeBrusk shares his thoughts on the scrappy series between the Oilers and Kings, the Oilers' goaltending situation, how the Kings have controlled McDavid and LA's advantage with their depth (1:18:41). They close with a look at some of the top stories and playoff action around the league.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.
4/25/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 9 seconds
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Leafs Look to Keep Tampa at Bay

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs stealing Game 3 from the Lightning on Saturday, Ryan O'Reilly's playoff leadership, confidence levels in Samsonov, Andrei Vasilevskiy's struggles, Morgan Rielly's hit and the ensuing scrum, Sheldon Keefe's comments about Tampa's 'manipulating' and Kyle Dubas' confrontation with Lightning fans. They are joined by Jim Ralph, who is on the call for Game 4 tonight, and he discusses the Leafs rallying in Game 3, Morgan Rielly elevating his game for the playoffs, Matthew Knies making an impact and potential consequences to Keefe's post-game comments (45:28). Later, Tampa Bay Times' Ed Encina discusses the Lighting's injuries, their blueline depth and his concerns for Vasilevskiy (1:09:06). Finally, Kyper, Justin and Sam look around the league's playoff action from over the weekend. 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.
4/24/20231 hour, 44 minutes
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BONUS: Rielly Ends Thrilling Affair Late in OT

The Leafs steal Game 3 over the Tampa Bay Lightning to go up 2-1 in the series. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the victory and discuss Ryan O'Reilly's impact in the game, Luke Schenn's calming presence in a tight contest, Ilya Samsonov's massive win, and more on Leafs Talk!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.
4/23/202345 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tying the Series With the Captain’s Hat

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open the show by discussing the Maple Leafs' convincing win over the Tampa Bay Lightning to tie the series, why Game 2 might have been Morgan Rielly's best game in the playoffs, how past failures fueled their victory and Matthew Knies' post-season debut. Former NHL President, GM and Head Coach Doug MacLean (44:54) explains why acquiring Ryan O'Reilly was the best move made from Kyle Dubas and his addition to a historically weak third line in Toronto, MacLean's experience in coaching a playoff series, and Brad Treliving's departure in Calgary and what the Flames organization will do next. Then, NHL.com's Lightning's beat writer Chris Kenn (1:07:26) jumps on to look at Game 3 between Toronto and Tampa Bay, the status of Victor Hedman's availability in the series, and the history of the Stanley Cup Champions bouncing back after a loss. 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.
4/21/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 49 seconds
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Leafs Strive to Square the Series

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for Leafs' playoff gameday for a pivotal Game 2 vs. the Lightning, Victor Hedman's mysterious injury, Michael Bunting's suspension, what to expect from Matthew Knies in his postseason debut and how much pressure is on him. They are joined by Gord Stellick (20:22), who discusses the Game 1 disappointment, the weight on the Leafs' core four, if Game 2 is a must-win, practicing the principal of patience and his confidence levels in Samsonov. Next up, NHL Network's Brian Boyle (47:41), who shares some playoff memories from his days with the Rangers, Lightning and Leafs, the external pressure of playing in Toronto and the value of Cooper's coaching style. Later, Sportsnet Jets columnist Ken Wiebe breaks down Winnipeg's Game 1 shocker over the Golden Knights, Connor Hellebuyck's invaluable impact and how the team shut down Jack Eichel (1:06:11).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.
4/20/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 19 seconds
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Disappointment Déjà Vu

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get right into last night's disappointing performance from the Leafs' in Game 1 against Tampa, Toronto playing nervous, Sheldon Keefe's matchup tinkering, the hit to Samsonov's confidence, the Wes McCauley conspiracy, Bunting's dirty hit and the difference in the two teams' powerplays. They are joined by the Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna (45:19) who assesses Samsonov's game, the nerves, if he's possibly playing hurt, how short his leash will be in Game 2 and his lack of rebound control. Later, Hall of Famer Mark Messier discusses playoff pressure from a player's point of view, how the Leafs' regain their confidence and Tampa's invaluable mental advantage, even potentially without Hedman and Černák (1:05:53). The guys close with a discussion about Matthew Knies likely joining the team for Game 2, what to expect out of him and how Leafs' players block out the noise and negativity.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.
4/19/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 7 seconds
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Game 1 Gut Check

It's playoff game day! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look at the long-awaited Game 1 between Tampa and Toronto, the different feel from last season, balancing discipline with physicality, a game of 'Leafs, Lightning, or Wash,' and how seriously to take the Lightning's end of season struggles.  They are joined by Craig Simpson (44:33) who will be calling tonight's game, and he gets into the difference in officiating in the regular season vs. the playoffs, managing postseason anxiety and if the Lightning can flip the switch. Then, Leafs' legend Wendel Clark shares his thoughts on Michael Bunting picking his battles, what the new additions have brought from a physical standpoint and pressure on the core four (1:06:13).  From Lightninginsider.com, Erik Erlendsson provides insight on Tampa's Game 1 lineup, the teams struggles to end the season and Jon Cooper's mind games (1:15:58). The guys close with a look at the action from Day 1 of the playoffs last night.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.
4/18/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Privilege of Postseason Pressure

It's day one of The Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs's series, the pressure of being a series favourite, the coaching battle between Sheldon Keefe and Jon Cooper and the weight of Game 1. Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox projects the Game 1 lineup, Keefe sticking with the defensive pairs and Ilya Samsonov confident for his head-to-head with Andrei Vasilevskiy (25:19). Then, former NHLer Brad May discusses the pressure on the Leafs and how they deal with it, wearing down an opponent and how Toronto matches Tampa's energy (45:04). Finally, Andrew Raycroft of NESN gives a full preview for the Bruins/Panthers series, Linus Ullmark's playoff outlook, where Boston is strongest and where they are weakest (1:06:45). The guys wrap with picks and previews for tonight's playoff action.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.
4/17/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 1 second
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Quest for the Cup Commences

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with last night's Leafs' win over the Rangers in their final game of the season, William Nylander getting to 40 goals, Mitch Marner missing out on 100 points and if Matthew Knies proved enough in his limited action to warrant some time in the playoffs. They are joined by David Amber (22:52) who discusses the mental aspect of the Leafs/Lightning series, the impact of Ryan O'Reilly's experience, and the possible consequences if the Leafs can't get it done in round one. Then, Doug MacLean - on for his Off-the-Rails Firday visit (40:12) - shares his thoughts on the Leafs' bottom six finally ready for a run, why Knies shouldn't be rushed into the lineup, why it's now or never for this core and some playoff matchups he's keying in on. Finally, Oilers Now's Bob Stauffer gives an outlook for Edmonton's first round matchup against the Los Angeles Kings, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' career season, the irreplaceable impact of Mattias Ekholm (1:04:07).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.
4/14/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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Regular Season Curtain Call on Broadway

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with a preview for the Leafs' final game of the regular season against the Rangers, Toronto's Frankenstein lineup, Matthew Knies playing in the top six and the milestone chase for William Nylander and Mitch Marner. They are joined by Adam Graves (25:42), who gives a season breakdown for the Rangers, where they are most vulnerable and the parity around the league. Penguins' analyst Phil Bourque shares his thoughts on the nightmare season conclusion for Pittsburgh, what comes next for the team, the end of the Johnathan Toews era in Chicago and where he may end up (40:53). Later, Islanders' analyst for Newsday.com, Andrew Gross, discusses the Isles' return to the playoffs, their powerplay struggles and the future for Lou Lamoriello on the island (1:06:37). Finally, the guys close with a chat about Kyper's article about Auston Matthews' future 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.
4/13/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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One Game Remains

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with last night's Leafs' win over the Lightning, the questionable officiating, impressive effort levels in a no-stakes game, Luke Schenn's aggressiveness and Joseph Woll inspiring confidence as a playoff back-up. They are joined by Hall of Fame defencemen Mark Howe (40:55), who discusses his work with the Howe Foundation and shares some stories about his father and his thoughts on the state of the NHL today. Later, Mike Futa weighs in on last night's game, who will be starting game one and takes a look at the playoff races around the league (1:06:21). Finally, the guys close with a chat about Connor Timmins playing the wing, the Penguins fumbling out of the playoffs against the lowly Blackhawks and the future for Sidney Crosby.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.
4/12/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 9 seconds
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One Last Regular Season Dance with the Bolts

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' goalie fiasco and Joseph Woll mysteriously appearing as a Roster Emergency Exception. They move on to tonight's game against the Lightning, if the stars should sit and how much the 100-point mark means to Mitch Marner. Then, they reflect on last night's win over the Panthers, Matthew Knies' debut and Ilya Samsonov looking ready for the postseason. They are joined by Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph (41:50) who discusses the Leafs' EBUG debacle, how they will start game one of the playoffs and getting defensive pairs set before the end of the season. Finally, Brian Engblom, Bally Sports Lightning analyst, tees up tonight's game from the Lightning's perspective, if they are hiding an extra gear and how the team is different from last year (1:05:56). 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.
4/11/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 57 seconds
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Golden Gopher to Golden Opportunity

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' destroying the Habs over the weekend, the late goalie-swap controversy, Ilya Samsonov getting a little shaken up and Chris Wideman's response after the game. They move on to the newest Leafs' signing; Matthew Knies, and discuss if he'll make the playoff lineup and who he might replace. Next, Gord Stellick from Leafs Nation shares his expectations for Matthew Knies, the recent changes to the powerplay lineup and why Morgan Rielly is the Leafs' X-Factor for the playoffs (41:12). Then, Florida Hockey Now's George Richards tees up tonight's Leafs vs. Panthers game, Matthew Tkachuk's impact, the Panthers' goalie problem and the end of the Ekblad vs. Koepka saga (1:06:18). They close with a look at Erik Karlsson's potential 100-point season in perspective and Knies ahead of his debut tonight.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.
4/10/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 11 seconds
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Off-the-Rails Good Friday

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee with last night's Leafs' overtime loss against the Bruins, how much the game meant, John Tavares and William Nylander continuing to struggle and Ilya Samsonov further securing his starting role. Doug MacLean stops by for his weekly visit (41:06) to chat about loading up lines vs. spreading out talent, how the Leafs should orient their top six, if Matthew Knies can crack the playoff roster and sheds some insight on his new book 'Draft Day' coming soon. Afterward, Blue Jackets' coaching consultant Ken Hitchcock discusses balancing injuries, rest, rust and egos down the stretch, the importance of the third line and the coaching styles that win games in the playoffs (1:07:24). Later, in honour of the Masters this weekend, Stanley Cup winner Stephane Matteau shares the story of when he played a round at Augusta National (1:22:45). The guys close with listener 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.
4/7/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 21 seconds
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Bring on the B's

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with last night's nasty game between the Lightning and Rangers, Tampa finding their playoff intensity and if the Leafs can match that tonight against the Bruins with Ryan O'Reilly returning to the lineup. NESN Bruins analyst Andy Brickley joins the conversation (20:56) and discusses the team's health, what to expect from Linus Ullmark in the playoffs and how seriously Boston will take tonight's game. Then, NHL Network's Bruce Boudreau gives his take on Michael Bunting's issues with officials, coaching the stretch run, managing stars' egos and takes a look at the Western Conference playoff race (42:30). Finally, former scout and Sportsnet.ca columnist Jason Bukala shares his perspective on Matthew Knies, draft-day wild-card Matvei Michkov and some of his favourite prospects he's keying in on (1:05:59).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.
4/6/20231 hour, 45 minutes, 17 seconds
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ROR Returns & Playoff Rundown

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the rumours that Kyper is involved in the sale of the Ottawa Senators before they touch on last night's Leafs' win over the Blue Jacket, the boost to the bottom six since the deadline, concerns starting to mount for William Nylander and John Tavares, and Morgan Rielly turning up his offensive game. They are joined by Rangers analyst Stephen Valiquette (42:25), who looks at the Leafs' goaltending situation, the positive impact of Mattias Ekholm on Stuart Skinner and what a Rangers-Devils series could look like. Later, Ken Wiebe, Sportsnet Jets columnist, tees up a high-stakes game between Winnipeg and the Flames tonight, which players are under the most pressure and how missing the playoffs can alter the Jets' offseason plans (1:05:56). The guys close with a conversation about the Western Conference playoff picture.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.
4/5/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 16 seconds
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Murray's Misfortune, Woll's Opportunity

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start by looking ahead to tonight's Leafs' game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ryan O'Reilly getting set for his return, Sheldon Keefe continuing to tinker with the lineup and where Joseph Woll fits in after Matt Murray's injury. They are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (22:35) who breaks down Murray's injury outlook, Mitch Marner the 'line-fixer,' the downsides of load management and Michael Bunting looking to remedy his reputation. Then, Fox Sports' Blue Jackets analyst Jody Shelley tees up tonight's game, sheds light on some of the unknowns on Columbus' roster, Johnny Gaudreau's struggles this season, and potential changes coming to the front office (42:25). Later, Sportsnet Calgary Flames columnist Eric Francis discusses the team finally playing up to their potential, the problem with their 'volume-shooting' system and what will happen with Darryl Sutter if they don't make the playoffs (1:06:51).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.
4/4/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ref Reputation & The Blazing-Hot Bolts

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the top story from over the weekend; Kyper's chat with Bill Burr at the Leafs-Senators game. They move on to the weekend games themselves, how much they matter, load management and another unlucky injury for Matt Murray. Afterward, they get into Luke Schenn's battle with Brady Tkachuk and Michael Bunting's worsening reputation among refs. They are joined by NHL Network's Brian Lawton (43:18), who discusses finding focus down the stretch, the feasibility of the Morgan Rielly-Schenn pairing, his thoughts on the new leadership for the NHLPA and the massive impact of Mattias Ekholm on the Oilers. Later, NHL on TNT analyst Darren Pang weighs in on the unstoppable Bruins, the pressure that comes with winning the President's trophy and different playoff teams' upsides (1:06:58).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.
4/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 5 seconds
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Shuffling Down the Stretch

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs calling up Radim Zohorna, injuries on offence piling up and Michael Bunting becoming the team's 'whipping boy.' They are joined by Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (17:50), who discusses Sheldon Keefe's lineup shuffling, what the bar is for a 'successful season' in Toronto and expectations for Matthew Knies. Afterward, Doug MacLean, on for his off-the-rails Friday visit (42:37), shares his thoughts on  old-school coaching and if theres still a place for it in today's game, what to expect from new NHLPA director Marty Walsh and what's holding up a sale for the Ottawa Senators. Finally, Sportsnet hockey analyst Colby Armstrong gives his take on the Pittsburgh Penguins' race for the postseason, what's in store for the team this offseason and the new leadership in the NHLPA from a player's perspective (1:06:42).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.
3/31/20231 hour, 44 minutes
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Maurice Lights a Fire, Leafs Lack Desire

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a look back on the Maple Leafs' overtime defeat at the hands of the Panthers last night and breakdown the key moments that led to the loss. Later on, we hear a fiery quote from Florida's Head Coach Paul Maurice on today's "Kyper's Clippers", before looking deeper into Toronto's powerplay alignment and Sheldon Keefe's lineup management. Next up, NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp joins the fellas to add to the Paul Maurice conversation, before chatting about tough love from coaches, the tightly contested Metropolitan Division, and shares a story about Pat Burns from his early days with the Devils (41:20). To wrap up, The Athletic's Joshua Kloke weighs in on if Matthew Knies can make an impact in the Blue and White this season, how the team might deploy him heading into the postseason, and outlines the other prospects in the Leafs' system (01:07:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/30/20231 hour, 45 minutes, 3 seconds
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Goalie Roulette for Playoff Prep

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a look at how the Leafs should treat their final nine games of the season, the rest vs. rust debate, the Leafs' goalie situation and if Ilya Samsonov can clinch the starting spot tonight. They are joined by Tim Micallef (13:59), who discusses the end of Tim and Friends, Toronto sports media culture and how it's changed and the look of the Leafs heading into the postseason. Then, NHL on Sportsnet's Craig Simpson (41:05), who weighs in on where Ryan O'Reilly should slot in when he returns, if the Leafs can find a starting goalie in their remaining games and what's different for Tampa Bay this year. Later, Panthers' analyst Randy Moller tees up tonight's Leafs' game vs Florida, the Cats in must-win territory, what's changed this season under Paul Maurice and the odd strife between Aaron Ekblad and LIV golfer Brooks Koepka (1:05:56).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.
3/29/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 14 seconds
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Leafs Clinch Playoffs, Bolts Burning Out

The Leafs have clinched a ticket to the postseason! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are back together, and they open with Auston Matthews' energized form and what held him back earlier in the season, what role Mitch Marner had in the turnaround, where Ryan O'Reilly will slot in when he returns and Michael Bunting being benched by Sheldon Keefe. They are joined by NHL on Sportsnet's Garry Galley (22:18), who breaks down what the Leafs can expect from the Panthers tomorrow night, Toronto's goalie conundrum and if Auston Matthews' play can become too predictable. Afterward, Mike Futa joins the show (43:45) and discusses how the Leafs matchup against Tampa Bay, creating stability with the defensive pairings and starting goalie, and the Western Conference playoff race. Finally, Lightninginsider.com's Erik Erlendsson answers what's wrong with the Tampa Bay Lightning, how they turn it around and Nikita Kucherov's quiet outstanding season (1:07:26).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.
3/28/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 18 seconds
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Buds' Blueline Blueprint

Justin Bourne, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee (back from Arizona) begin with the pair of Leafs' games over the weekend, Auston Matthews looking like himself, the play from Matt Murray and Joseph Woll, if Woll can be a factor this season and the defensive pairings looking more comfortable. They are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (20:36), who discusses the Leafs' need for a 'shut-down pair' and if it's worth separating Morgan Rielly and TJ Brodie to achieve it, William Nylander's lull in production and why it's tough to find motivation at this point in the season. Then, Mike Kelly of NHL Network breaks down Tampa Bay's recent struggles and if that matters come playoff time, Tanner Jeanot's impact with the Lightning and shares his playoff picks (40:30). Finally, Kristen Shilton of ESPN weighs in on the Leafs' biggest weaknesses, which team she's likes to win the West and goes around the state of the Canadian teams (1:06:26).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.
3/27/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 55 seconds
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Matthews Back in a Goal-Scoring Groove

Justin Bourne and Brent Gunning open with last night's Leafs' win against the Florida Panthers, Auston Matthews looking like himself, finally getting a look at the 5-on-3 powerplay, Erik Gustafsson running the powerplay and Morgan Rielly being a healthy scratch. They are joined by JD Bunkis, who discusses the Leafs' goaltending situation, which goalie would be better suited for playoff-intensity hockey, Sheldon Keefe's odd lineup experiments, the wait for Matthew Knies and who will be the 13th man on offence (41:04). Then, Bally Sports' Hurricanes analyst Tripp Tracy joins the show (1:06:40) to discuss the team ahead of their game against the Leafs tomorrow. He shares his thoughts on the state of the 'Canes after Andrei Svechnikov's injury, the team's defensive acumen, their demanding schedule down the stretch and if they can remain contenders within a loaded Eastern Conference. The guys close by answering some listener 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.
3/24/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 12 seconds
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A Sunrise Trip for the Leafs

Justin Bourne and Brent Gunning (filling in for Nick Kypreos) open the show by previewing the Toronto Maple Leafs' first trip to Sunrise, as they get set to take on the Florida Panthers. First, former NHL D-Man and Panthers TV Analyst for Bally Sports, Ed Jovanovski (20:24), joins the guys to talk about the importance of this game for both teams, how the cats have been battling through close games recently, and gives his thoughts on if Florida can sneak up on some teams in the postseason hunt. Shortly after, author for Maple Leafs hotstove.com and writer at Yahoo Sports Canada, Anthony Petrielli (41:11) hops on to discuss how the lineup can shake out down the final stretch of the season, and what guys like Ryan O'Reilly need to do to help the team succeed in a playoff series. Finally, former Sportsnet NHL analyst and former NHLer Anthony Stewart (1:05:41) joins the boys in the studio to share what he's going to be keeping an eye on from the Leafs if they want to beat Tampa in a playoff series and gives a prediction on who he thinks will upset the Boston Bruins in the 1st round! 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.
3/23/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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Leafs' Chemistry is on the Clock

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the show recapping the Islanders' 7-2 rout over the Leafs, taking a levelheaded approach following a disappointing performance and if there is enough time left in the season for the Buds to gel along with their newest additions. Stanley Cup Champ, Brad May (40:45), joins the show to discuss how it's tough for the higher echelon teams in the standings, like the Leafs, to get up for these late-season meetings and how they need to get their focus back. Afterwards, Sportsnet Central Co-Anchor & Best-Selling Author, Ken Reid (1:05:10) joins the guys to give his takes on a variety of topics. He talks about his books on hockey cards, why he likes Toronto's recent moves but is still a bit skeptical of them vs. Tampa Bay, and shares his thoughts on fighting potentially being outlawed in hockey. To finish the show, the guys take a look at the 2023 NHLPA Player Survey and which players got votes in a variety of categories. 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.
3/22/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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Grudge Match on the Island

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with Sam's grievance of a Montreal Canadiens mural in Toronto before teeing up tonight's Leafs' game against the New York Islanders. They discuss the 12-6 lineup going into the game, Pierre Engvall's revenge game and the odd combinations on defence. They are joined by four-time Stanley Cup winner, MSG Network's Butch Goring (20:46), who breaks down the Islanders' postseason outlook, how Bo Horvat has been the catalyst for the team's turnaround, why the powerplay has struggled and the ill-will Islanders' fans still hold against John Tavares. Then, NHL on Sportsnets' David Amber looks at the playoff push around the league, why some teams are limping to the line and the Flames' season-long struggle (40:51). Finally, Penguins' writer for the Athletic Rob Rossi talks about Pittsburgh falling out of a playoff spot, if the owership group is at risk and the future for the team's stars if they fail to make the postseason (1:06:09).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.
3/21/20231 hour, 44 minutes
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Keefe’s in the Lab, but Chemistry Is Lacking

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week by discussing a pair of Leafs wins over the weekend, the team lacking chemistry despite the wins, Matt Murray's statement game against his old squad in Ottawa, Calle Järnkrok's hot stretch and William Nylander's mini-slump. Leafs' radio colour analyst Jim Ralph joins the show (42:59) to discuss teams limping into the playoffs, Sheldon Keefe's lineup tinkering and the Leafs' defencemen he'd like to see on the postseason roster. Then, New York Islanders' winger Matt Martin calls in (1:05:27) ahead of his side's game against the Leafs tomorrow night. He discusses the Islanders' crunch down the stretch, Pierre Engvall's fit with the team, stories from his two years with the Leafs and shares his thoughts on the issue of obligatory fights after big hits. To close, Kyper, Justin and Sam discuss Rasmus Sandin's struggles in Washington, the dampened playoff race as of late and the 'puck-tail' on broadcasts and whether or not its a good thing for hockey.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.
3/20/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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A St. Patty's Night Tilt

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look at the history of games between the Carolina Hurricanes and Maple Leafs, St. Patty's day game, and their expectations for Luke Schenn filling in for Justin Holl. Then, 3x Stanley Cup champion, and special advisor to the general manager of the Canes Justin Williams (20:58) jumps on to share who he thinks will step up in place of Andrei Svechnikov, the team's ability to keep the puck out of the net, and why players appreciate playing under head coach Rod Brind'Amour. Doug Maclean (42:37) stops by for his weekly chat to discuss why he thinks Sheldon Keefe is tinkering with the lines a few weeks before the post-season, and theories on how player suspensions have been down this year. Afterward, Jason York (1:08:40) joins the guys to weigh in on the trajectory of the Ottawa Senators, why they're the most attractive franchise to buy, and if a new owner will bring his own staff into the front office. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/17/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 44 seconds
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Max Effort Morgan

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee by recapping last night's Leafs' shootout loss against the Colorado Avalanche, the playoff-feel of the game, Ilya Samsonov's strong outing, if Sheldon Keefe is running out of time to pick a direction with the lineup and the heavy workload for Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews. They also get into Kyper's article about the urgency to get Morgan Rielly back on track. Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick shares his thoughts on the sorting out process with the Leafs' new guys, the lack of depth scoring and Keefe's line tinkering (41:48). Breakfast Television's Sid Seixeiro on the Leafs' hopes for a deep run in the postseason, the pressure on Kyle Dubas, and what will happen to the core-four if they can't get it done this season (1:06:25). To close, Kyper, Justin and Sam break down the latest Jordan Binnington outburst.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.
3/16/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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Leafs Welcome the Champs to Town

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show by discussing when they expect Auston Matthews to return to his old self on the ice, if Calle Jarnkrok fits on the top line heading into the post-season, and what they expect from the Leafs home game against the defending Stanley Cup champions. Then, Eddie Olczyk (21:14) jumps on to chat about where Luke Schenn could fit on Sheldon Keefe's roster, the state of the Western Conference, and if the Colorado Avalanche has a chance to hoist the Cup again despite dealing with some injuries on the team. Next, ESPN's Ray Ferraro (41:59) weighs in on the current group of Maple Leafs and their chances against the Tampa Bay Lightning when the playoffs come around, why Jon Cooper's hockey club has struggled in the last stretch of the season, and why he's not overly concerned about the Boston Bruins. To wrap up the show, Aarif Deen (1:06:15) joins the guys to give the Avalanche perspective ahead of their game against Toronto, how they've navigated line juggling with players injured, and if their goalie Alexandar Georgiev can lead them to another Cup. 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.
3/15/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 16 seconds
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Netmind-Boggler

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs' loss last night against the Sabres, their inability to close against lesser competition, Morgan Rielly's struggles and Keefe's lineup tinkering. They also discuss Matt Murray's stretch of allowing four goals in each of the last five games, and if Joseph Woll should enter the mix. The Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna weighs in on Murray's recent poor performances, what he'd need to do down the stretch to start in the playoffs and gives an early evaluation of Jonathan Quick in Las Vegas (41:33). Later, Hall of Famer Adam Oates shares his thoughts on coaching Trevor Zegras, the pressure on Auston Matthews and the evolution of hockey to be less averse to risks (1:05:48). To close, Kyper, Bourne and Sam go through the playoff picture, teams on the edge, teams falling out down the stretch and the most enticing matchups if the season ended today.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.
3/14/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 10 seconds
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Buds Baffle the Leaking Oilers

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with the Leafs' comeback victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, Sheldon Keefe potentially prepping Matt Murray for the playoffs, the look of the 11-and-7 lineup and the dynamic of Auston Matthews vs. Connor McDavid. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson called Saturday's game, and joins the show (41:25) to discuss Murray's game in net, how it affects the Leafs' plans going forward and the Oilers' postseason outlook. Then, Andrew Peters from the Player Cast tees up tonight's Leafs' game against the Sabres, Buffalo's playoff hopes fading, the duo of Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power and their future with the team, and if they'd be a playoff team if they kept Linus Ullmark (1:05:42).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.
3/13/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 12 seconds
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Lineup Limbo

It's Off-the-Rails Friday, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs returning to practice, their game tomorrow against the Oilers, the 11-forward-7-defencemen lineup and the line combinations on offence. They are joined by former Flyers defenceman Chris Therien (21:11), who breaks down the news of Philadelphia firing GM Chuck Fletcher and promoting Daniel Brière in the interim, why the decision was made, the timing of the move and what comes next for the team. Doug MacLean joins the show for his weekly visit (41:25), and weighs in on the situation in Philly, the coach-GM relationship and the Leafs lineup combos down the stretch. Later, Bob Stauffer, host of Oilers Now, tees up tomorrow's Leafs vs. Oilers game, the impact of Mattias Ekholm's presence, Edmonton's recent hot stretch and Jack Campbell's reduced role (1:06:25). The guys close by answering some listener 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.
3/10/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 33 seconds
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Post-Road Trip R'n'R

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee with a sport crossover and look at Raptors' Fred VanVleet berating a ref in a post-game press conference and if it has opened the floodgates for NHL players to criticize officiating. They then touch on Kyper's article about where the Leafs' focus should lie in their remaining 18 games. They are joined by NHL on Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (21:44) who shares why the Jets are slipping out of the playoffs, if they can get back on track and the mystery of Nikolaj Ehlers' low usage. Later, general manager of the Hurricanes, Don Waddell, breaks down operating under the radar, achieving his goals at the deadline and how he feels about Freddie Andersen in goal (41:51). Afterward, Keith Jones from TNT goes around the Eastern Conference playoff picture (56:20). The guys close with a conversation about how some Leafs' players regain form before the playoffs (1:19:27).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.
3/9/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 10 seconds
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Leafs Out-Dance The Devils

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the Leafs' gutsy win last night over the Devils, Ilya Samsonov's statement performance after getting shaken up in warm-ups, Sam Lafferty fitting in with the top six and what the team's d-man unit may look like in the playoffs. They are joined by Mike Futa (26:12), who weighs in on the early returns from the new additions, how the Leafs will adjust to playoff hockey and the Oilers' post-season hopes down the stretch. Afterwards, Luke Fox (1:07:17) jumps on to discuss how well Rasmus Sandin has performed for the Washington Capitals since the trade deadline, the depth of Toronto's blueline, Morgan Rielly's struggles and if it's connected with not having a consistent line-mate, and where does Jake McCabe truly fit on the roster. 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.
3/8/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 19 seconds
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Next Man Up in Newark

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee tee up tonight's Leafs game against the Devils, Matt Murray's return and the complicated goalie battle, the Leafs' puzzle of defensive pairings and who can step up in Tavares' and O'Reilly's absences. They are joined by general manager of the Devils Tom Fitzgerald, who discusses constructing a contending team, the process of acquiring Timo Meier and Jack Hughes' development (20:50). Later, NHL Network's Mike Kelly breaks down why Auston Matthews' offensive production is down, the Leafs lack of playmaking from the center position and teams he thinks can be sneaky contenders (43:21). Finally, NHL Network's Brian Lawton weighs in on how the salary cap affected this year's deadline, Jon Cooper benching his top line in Tampa and who improved the most from their deadline moves (1:07:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/7/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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Leafs Leave BC Stunned & Sore

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get started with the Leafs' loss against the Canucks over the weekend, Ryan O'Reilly's injury and how Toronto finds continuity without him, Tyler Myers' hit on John Tavares and the two shorthanded goals conceded on the same powerplay. They also get into the idea of team accountability, how to fix Morgan Rielly and Matt Murray impressing in his first game back from injury. They are joined by Leafs' radio colour analyst Jim Ralph, who stresses patience when evaluating the new additions, the troubles on the powerplay and if Sheldon Keefe should explore 'load management' down the stretch (41:38). Finally, Senators writer for The Athletic Ian Mendes discusses the Ottawa's recent hot streak, what Jakob Chychrun adds on and off the ice and Tim Stützle's ascension (1:06:49). 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.
3/6/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 5 seconds
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Deadline or Dudline?

The deadline has come and gone, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off deadline day by reacting to the Leafs win over the Calgary Flames last night, Luke Schenn's physical presence, the fit of the additions in an 11 forward/7 defensemen lineup and Mitch Marner's importance. Host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast Paul Bissonnette joins in-studio to discuss his worries for the Leafs after the deadline, the toughness of the bottom six and Dubas' future (18:33). Doug MacLean joins the guys for off-the-rails Friday to share his thoughts on the Bedard sweepstakes, the biggest winners and losers from the deadline and how the Senators negotiate their defencemen group (41:56). Colby Armstrong stops by the studio to break down what he likes about the Leafs' moves, how they match up against Tampa in a likely first round playoff matchup and just how good the Bruins are (1:05:47). The guys close with in-depth looks at the Leafs' new aquisitions' first impressions (1:27:03).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.
3/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 8 seconds
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Debuts to Forget in Edmonton

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap the Maple Leafs loss to the Edmonton Oilers, if there's a negative trend from Toronto's top guys with their effort in games that matter, where's the concern meter for Ilya Samsonov, if there was a scenario to add Jonathan Quick to their goaltender roster, and the debuts for Jake McCabe. Sportsnet.ca's Eric Francis stops by (42:25) to discuss the goaltending woes in Calgary, if the Flames players are all in for playing under head coach Darryl Sutter, what will the organization do ahead of the trade deadline, and Brad Treliving's future with the team. New York Rangers analyst Steve Valiquette (1:07:26) jumps on to share how the fanbase feels about the team's long-term chances in the final stretch of the season, his assessment of the organization acquiring former Blackhawk Patrick Kane, and if he would rather see New York face the Carolina Hurricanes or New Jersey Devils in the playoffs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/2/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 28 seconds
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Leafs vs. Oilers - Makeover Matchup

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Leafs' recent moves, how the new additions bring energy to the team and fanbase, where they fit and what Dubas' next move should involve. Then, a discussion on the defensive pairings and where the new guys slot in. They are joined by Hall of Famer Kevin Lowe, who breaks down tonight's Leafs vs. Oilers game, what Mattias Ekholm can add in Edmonton, what else Ken Holland has in store for the deadline and their postseason outlook (41:46). Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick on the Leafs' new and improved bottom six, their goalie conundrum and the biggest challenges that lay ahead for the team (1:06:38). Kyper, Bourne and Sam close with the hottest stories around the league, some breaking news and how top Eastern Conference teams have looked after making some deals.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.
3/1/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 43 seconds
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Brand New Buds

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with reactions to another handful of trades around the league, including Patrick Kane heading to the Big Apple. Also, the Jesse Puljujärvi/Oilers divorce is finally complete and there's still more to come for Edmonton and Ken Holland. They are joined by Zach Hyman of the Oilers (20:33), who discusses the evolution of his role this season, what it's like playing with Connor McDavid and the pressure brought on by a big Canadian market near the deadline. Blackhawks analyst (and stand-up comedian) Scott Darling talks about his act and what Jake McCabe brings to the Leafs (40:51). Then, full reaction and breakdown on mid-show breaking news that the Leafs are trading Rasmus Sandin to the Capitals for Erik Gustafsson (47:44). Jason York of the Coming In Hot Sens Podcast shares his thoughts on how the Leafs' recent additions change their chances, Dubas going all in and a deadline and season outlook for the Ottawa Senators. Then, MORE breaking news as the Leafs aquire Luke Schenn and ship Engvall out to the Islanders (1:21:34).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.
2/28/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 4 seconds
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Atlantic Arms Race Hits Boiling Point

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off by reacting to the Leafs aquiring Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty from the Chicago Blackhawks, what was given up, what they bring and how this changes the dynamic of the Eastern Conference. They also discuss Tampa's trade for Tanner Jeannot, if it was an overpay and how the Leafs' bottom six measures up against the Lightning after both their deals. Jason Bukala joins the show to discuss where McCabe and Lafferty fit, how much they improve the depth and the odd players out of the lineup (34:19). Then, live to Kyle Dubas who speaks to the press about the trade, what's next ahead of the deadline and how the additions will translate to playoff success (56:29). Kyper, Bourne and Sam react to the press conference, and have a conversation about building chemistry mid-season (1:09:50). Finally, winners and losers of the Timo Meier trade, trade talk around the league and Predators GM David Poile retiring with Barry Trotz taking over (1:23:14).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.
2/27/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 6 seconds
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B's (Somehow) Get Even Better

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get off-the-rails Friday going with the Bruins trading for Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway, the price they payed relative to the Ryan O'Reilly trade and why it's now time for the Leafs to double down on a defenceman at the deadline.  Minnesota Wild writer for The Athletic Mike Russo shares insights on what direction the team will go at the deadline, Matt Dumba's status and the importance of Kirill Kaprizov (20:35). Then, Doug MacLean - recovering from a pickleball injury - discusses John Tavares at the wing, Craig Berube's comments about his team not caring and how Patrick Kane would fit on the Rangers (40:48). Finally, the host of Spittin' Chicklets Rear Admiral weighs in on the Bruins' move, the future of their core and what (if any) concerns he has for the team going forward (1:06:36). The guys close out with a bit of Fake Trade Friday and listener questions (1:24:54)!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.
2/24/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 51 seconds
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D-Man Deadline Demands

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs' line combinations and the versatility that Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari allow, Jake Muzzin's off-ice role with the team and Kyper's new article on the importance of getting a Muzzin replacement - even if it costs another first-round pick. NHL on Sportsnet's David Amber discusses the pressure on Dubas approaching the deadline, if Matthew Knies should be available and the Canadian-team cup drought (21:01). Later, Mike Rupp of NHL Network shares his thoughts on the Leafs' jolt after the O'Reilly trade, the Patrick Kane-Rangers rumours and if Toronto has an immediate need to shake up the D-corps before the deadline (42:29). Finally, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin talks about his team's mindset approaching the deadline, Matt Dumba's extension status and the final push for the playoffs and perhaps division title (1:05:15).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.
2/23/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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O'Reilly, O'My!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with last night's Leafs' game against the Buffalo Sabres, the bounce back, doubter-silencing game from Ryan O'Reilly and the Ontario line, a dazzling performance from Mitch Marner and the incomplete effort to close the contest. Former Stanley Cup winner with the Sabres Brad May shares his expectations for the rest of Buffalo's season, if they should go all in at the deadline and how far the Leafs can go with Sheldon Keefe (40:52). Colby Armstrong of Chiclets Game Notes discusses the Leafs' improved chemistry with O'Reilly in the lineup, the next move for Dubas and how the Penguins pivot out of a mid-season collapse (1:05:38). Later, live reaction to the Shea Weber trade, Connor McDavid reaching 800 career points and Jake Muzzin being shut down for the year (1:31:41)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.
2/22/20231 hour, 44 minutes
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Battle Of The QEW Returns

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin by revisiting where Ryan O'Reilly should play, if Sheldon Keefe should hold his cards closer when talking to the media and what to think of John Tavares being moved to the wing. They then get into the Leafs' matching up against the Buffalo Sabres, if the they can bounce back after a poor performance against Chicago and if Noel Acciari can keep up his energetic play. After, Hockey Night In Canada's Gary Galley joins the show (40:42) to share his thoughts on the O'Reilly trade, if the Leafs are done making deals and how the team will build chemistry before the playoffs begin. Later, GM of the Sabres Kevyn Adams discusses his team's season so far, the superstar jump from Rasmus Dahlin and where they can grow in the remaining games this season (1:07:04).  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.
2/21/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 19 seconds
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Dubas Swings Big on O'Reilly, and He's Not Done Yet

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee give a full breakdown of the Ryan O'Reilly trade,  where he fits, what he brings, the chances of locking him up long-term, Kyle Dubas' next move and much more. Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick joins the conversation (41:43) to discuss what the Leafs gave up for O'Reilly, what John Tavares can do as a winger and why Dubas should try to hold on to high picks in any subsequent deals. Then, a chat about Dubas' mentality approaching the deadline and the chances that he's brought back after this season, as well as what's next for Patrick Kane. Later, Jamal Mayers of NBC discusses O'Reilly's fit on the second line, what he brings from a character standpoint and provides insight on St. Louis's ongoing rebuild (1:07:40).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.
2/20/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 3 seconds
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Weekend Double Dip

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin off-the-rails Friday by teeing up a pair of Leafs games this weekend against the Habs and Blackhawks. With Ilya Samsonov missing practice today, they discuss who will be between the pipes in each game and what the Leafs needs most at the deadline; a goalie, a top six forward, a defenceman, or to shore up the bottom six. Canadiens reporter for TVA Sports Renaud Lavoie discusses Montreal's plans for the deadline, the Martin St. Louis experience and the future for Cole Caufield (21:43). Then, Doug MacLean is in for his weekly visit (39:57) to discuss the tweet sent by Jonathan Huberdeau's agent, Darryl Sutter's response and what teams could sneak into the playoffs after the deadline. Finally, former NHL goalie and NHL Network's Devan Dubnyk (1:05:08) shares his thoughts on the Oilers' season, Jack Campbell starting to turn it around and his favourite goalies around the league right now.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.
2/17/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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Breaking Trends and Taking Care of Business

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs win over the Chicago Blackhawks last night, touching on the return of Auston Matthews, a lacklustre audition from Patrick Kane and Kyper's newest column about Kyle Dubas' future in Toronto. Maple Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph discusses the Leafs' trend of playing down, his level of trust in the team's netminding corps and what additions are necessary to improve offensive depth (43:22). Then, Luke Fox joins the show to discuss the pressure on Dubas, Morgan Rielly slowly coming around and his give-and-take relationship with Sheldon Keefe (1:09:34). The guys close with a conversation about the best players available at the deadline and what they would cost.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.
2/16/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 57 seconds
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Chasing Kane-bows

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined in-studio by NHL on TNT's Darren Pang who is in Toronto to cover tonight's Leafs game against the Chicago Blackhawks. They tee up the game, reflect on recent trade deadline rumours and answer listener questions (3:48). Mark Lazerus, Blackhawks reporter for The Athletic, discusses the developping reports surrounding a Patrick Kane trade, where Jonathan Toews fits in and the fan perspective of the rebuild (47:10). Kyper, Bourne and Sam close on a coversation about why the Leafs struggle against poor performing teams, the team getting passed by Tampa in the standings and the new league trend of players being scratched for 'trade related reasons.'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.
2/15/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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Valentine's Day Off

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee celebrate Valentine's day by reliving Kyper and Sammy's date night at the Leafs Gala yesterday, sharing some interesting stories from the events. Justin reveals his newly released book 'Down and Back,' and goes over the writing process. They are joined by Michael Futa (22:09) who give his take on the deadline from an executive's POV, contracts the Leafs need to consider before making a big deal and which players they should target. The Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna joins the show (42:25) to discuss the Leafs' netminding situation; Matt Murray's improved season still not enough, if Joseph Woll could be the backup come playoffs and if the team should be looking for goalies at the deadline. Later, Ian Mendes, Senators reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the looming sale of the team, the Ryan Reynolds aspect and Ottawa's chances of cracking the playoff picture (1:09:07).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.
2/14/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 51 seconds
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Playing Down and Paying the Price

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a brief look back at the Super Bowl and the controversial end to the game before checking in on the Leafs' home-and-home over the weekend against Columbus. They discuss the team's effort levels against poorer teams, William Nylander showing his greasy side and the problems with the bottom six. Then, former NHLer Anthony Stewart discusses the conditioning challenge coming back from the All-Star break, the importance of Michael Bunting's antics and assesses Sheldon Keefe's season (41:44). Long-standing NHL head coach and NHL Network's Bruce Boudreau breaks down Keefe's comments about effort and passion, what the Leafs need to do at the deadline and shares some stories and the challenges he faced from his time in Vancouver (1:04:54). Kyper, Bourne and Sam close with a chat about available defencemen at the deadline and their pricetags.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.
2/13/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Buds Are Back

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin off-the-rails Friday by reviewing Kyle Dubas' press conference where he addresses questions surrounding the goalie group, hints at targeting a non-rental blueliner like Jakob Chychrun at the deadline and the growth of the Leafs over his tenure as GM. Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick joins the conversation (42:21) and discusses the pressure on Dubas this season, who the Leafs should target at the deadline and who they can feel good about giving up. Next, Blue Jackets reporter for The Athletic Aaron Portzline joins the show (1:06:11) to tee up tonight and tommorrow's Leafs games against Columbus, and talks about the team's dissapointing season so far and how they turn it around in the coming years. The guys conclude with reactions to the Vladimir Tarasenko trade, Patrick Kane's comments about it and some fan 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.
2/10/20231 hour, 44 minutes
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Baking and Serving Up Some Fake Leafs Trades

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick things off by making the comparison between the NBA (and the impending trade deadline) and the NHL. Plus, were people 'not in the moment' when LeBron James broke the NBA's all-time scoring record, and would the same thing happen if Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals scored record in the NHL? Later, Sportlogiq's Mike Kelly drops by to chat NHL awards, including where guys like Erik Karlsson, Owen Power and Linus Ullmark fall in the rankings (41:19). Plus, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala discusses the current Leafs prospects, including whether or not Matthew Knies could make a difference soon enough, and which other prospects have any value when it comes to trades (64:51). To wrap up, Sam delivers some fake Leafs trades to be evaluated. 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.
2/8/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 18 seconds
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Flames vs. Rangers - Game of the Year?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee catch up on the return of NHL action with potentially the game of the season so far between the Clagary Flames and New York Rangers, Jacob Trouba's monster checks and why fights are still necessary. Former Flyers defenceman Chris Therien joins the show (22:23) to discuss the NHL's shifting hitting culture, John Tortorella's letter to Flyers season ticket holders and what their rebuild will look like. Afterward, former head coach Ken Hitchcock breaks down the evolution of hockey over the last 20 years and what's spearheaded that change (41:12). Later, the New York Post's Larry Brooks shares his thoughts (1:07:29) on the Flames/Rangers game, the NHLPA's likely new director and who the Rangers should and can go after 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. 
2/7/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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All-Star Weakened

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a critical look at All-Star weekend, the good, the bad, if the NHL tried too hard to please too many people and what they can do to improve the events next year in Toronto. Former Leafs GM Dave Nonis (21:01) joins the discussion and also shares how the Leafs are approaching the deadline from a front office point of view, their biggest need and what it would take to trade away Matthew Knies. Flames columnist for Sportsnet.ca Eric Francis hops on the show (44:28) to discuss Calgary's season outlook after the All-Star break, the reasons the team has dissapointed this season and what additions they can make to turn it around. Later, Kyper, Bourne and Sam are briefly joined by Kevin Kurz of The Athletic (1:06:31) to break down Bo Horvat's contract extension and Lou Lamoriello's very 'un-Lou' comments about it.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.
2/6/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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Grading the Leafs at the All-Star Break

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the Friday edition show giving their grades on the Maple Leafs roster at the NHL All-Star break including their assessment of the top six, why they're leaning on Auston Matthews and William Nylander too much, why they're unimpressed with the bottom six, and how the defensive core has performed so far this season. Then, Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (21:53) jumps on to chat about his weekend in Florida for the festivities, if there's a change in approach with talking to players during media day, and what he thinks about the league continuing with a 3-on-3 game to cap off the weekend. Doug Maclean stops by for his weekly chat (41:47) to share his experience coaching the All-Star game, his son Clark receiving a game-worn jersey from Wayne Gretzky, and why the weekend is important for the players and the league. Sportsnet's Chris Cuthbert joins the boys (1:06:28) to discuss if he feels any pressure to side with the Canadian teams during his broadcasts and his expectations on how the skills competition will play out. To wrap up, the guys answer listeners' 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.
2/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 27 seconds
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Leafs Head Into the All-Star Break

Nick Kypreos is back alongside Justin Bourne and Sam McKee, as the guys discuss the Leafs getting slammed in their final game before the All-Star Break by the Boston Bruins. They bring on former NHLer Luke Gazdic to discuss the Leafs' performance, the bottom six and how they're used, and the importance of veteran lineups balancing out the younger players (41:26). Afterwards, NHL Network's Brian Lawton stops by to discuss the potential for a busy trade market, how difficult it would be to acquire a goaltender, and which teams are primed to be aggressive before the deadline (1:00:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 11 seconds
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Battling Boston Before the Break

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee - once again filling in for Nick Kypreos - open with a look at tonight's Leafs game against the Boston Bruins and Brad Marchand getting the trash talk in early. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (19:58) discusses the trade market options for the Leafs after the Horvat trade, Marchand's antics and how they overshadow his skill, and if the Leafs catch the Bruins in the standings. Later, David Amber (42:06) from Florida gets us set for the All Star Weekend festivities, what's new and how the NHL is increasing player/fan engagement. Afterward, former NHL goalie and NESN studio analyst Andrew Raycroft (1:06:01) breaks down the Bruins' keys to success this season, where they are most vulnerable and David Pastrňák's future in Boston. Finally, Ben Ennis stops by the studio (1:36:36) to talk about his backyard rink project.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.
2/1/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 5 seconds
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The First Deadline Domino Falls

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee - filling in for Nick Kypreos - open with their reactions to Bo Horvat being traded from the Canucks to the Islanders, the established market price for someone of his caliber and what similar package the Leafs could piece together for a player like Timo Meier. They are joined by Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph (22:41), who discusses the lack of energy in the Leafs' bottom six, signs of life for Morgan Rielly and reacts to Mitch Marner's bold fashion statement with his All-Star game skates. Then, JD Bunkis (42:34) breaks down the Leafs' trade chips' values following the Horvat trade, if Nick Robertson has any value right now and why the next two postseasons are crucial for John Tavares' Toronto legacy. Later, former Islanders defenceman, now-analyst Thomas Hickey (1:06:36) shares his insights on the lead-up to the Horvat trade,  if there's any concern about locking him up long term and how he will fit 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.
1/31/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 9 seconds
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Mr. 1000 and the State of the Blues

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap the weekend games between the Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators and Washington Capitals, Morgan Rielly scoring his first goal of the season, how T.J. Brodie looked in his return to the lineup, and how Pierre Engvall has raised his game. Then, Maple Leafs captain John Tavares (39:40) joins the guys to talk about reaching his 1000th NHL game and the Leafs' season so far, his gameday routine and off-ice activities, the evolution of his personal goals as a player, plus the difference of being with the New York Islanders versus playing for his hometown team. Former NHL goalie and TNT analyst Darren Pang jumps on to discuss (1:05:10) the state of the St. Louis Blues roster, whether they will be sellers or buyers at the trade deadline, and why he's impressed with the Seattle Kraken. 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.
1/30/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 29 seconds
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John Tavares on his Road to 1000 NHL Games

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares joined Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to talk about reaching his 1000th NHL game and the Leafs' season so far. The captain discussed his gameday routine and off-ice activities, the evolution of his personal goals as a player, playing alongside Mitch Marner and the current Leafs roster, plus the difference of being with the New York Islanders versus playing for his hometown 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.
1/30/202315 minutes, 49 seconds
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No Matthews for Three Weeks

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee share their reactions to the Auston Matthews injury, if there were signs earlier in the season the forward was dealing with something, and how much of a bigger role will William Nylander get. Then, former NHLer and Coming In Hot Sens Podcast host Jason York (22:03) jumps on to discuss how far away the Ottawa hockey club is to make a return to the playoffs, why the front office forgot to add defence to their roster, and preview the Leafs-Sens matchup. Doug MacLean (41:12) stops by for his weekly hit to chat about how close Steve Yzerman was going to play for the Senators, if there's pressure on Leafs GM Kyle Dubas to make a deal ahead of the trade deadline, and if he thinks Rick Tocchet can change the Vancouver Canucks' season around. Afterward, Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Gartner (1:07:19) joins the guys to break down Nylander's skating skills, why the Leafs' need good goaltending in the post-season, and his involvement with the Hockey Hall of Fame. 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.
1/27/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 27 seconds
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Chasing the All-Star Break

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with last night's Leafs' overtime win over the New York Rangers, Ilya Samsonov running away with the starting goalie job, Timothy Liljegren blossoming and perhaps deserving more time on the powerplay, and the All-Star break coming at a good time for the Leafs' stars that look somewhat tired. They are joined by former Stanley Cup winning head coach Barry Trotz (41:33), who discusses his head coaching future, the importance of the player/coach relationship and the challenges for Rich Tocchet in Vancouver. Later, Jamal Mayers of NBC joins the show (1:05:45) to discuss the Leafs' need for toughness, Auston Matthews blocking shots and how the Blackhawks move on after the Toews/Kane era.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.
1/26/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 12 seconds
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Big City Match in Toronto

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with a look at tonight's Leafs game against the New York Rangers, the matchup against Igor Shesterkin, Sheldon Keefe running with the same line mix-ups and which goalie they think Keefe has more faith in. They are joined by former NHL goalie and Rangers studio analyst Steve Valiquette (21:26), who discusses Matt Murray's struggles when the game is tied, the NHL's need for a 'Drive to Survive' type documentary and the weight of expectations on Shesterkin. Next, ESPN's Kristen Shilton shares her thoughts (41:40) on William Nylander's under-the-radar season, this year's lucrative trade deadline and if it's worth shaking up a winning formula for a one-year rental. Then, former NHL forward Mark Recchi jumps on to discuss (1:07:18) the challenges new head coach Rick Tocchet might run into with the Vancouver Canucks, building relationships with the core group, and how teams find motivations during the regular season ahead of the post-season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/25/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 30 seconds
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Eddie O In-Studio & The Importance of the Bottom Six

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin today’s show by covering a comprehensive Maple Leafs win over the New York Islanders at Scotiabank Arena. Bourne recaps attending the game with his son for the first time and the guys get into a dominant night for the second line, led by John Tavares and William Nylander, after Sheldon Keefe made some crucial in-game adjustments. Next, 18-year NHL veteran Brad May (26:44) joins the show to give his thoughts on the current construction of the Maple Leafs, and what makes a bottom six truly worthy of a deep Stanley Cup run. Later, TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk (53:50) joins the guys in studio to preview Toronto’s encounter with the New York Rangers on Wednesday, while also getting into his thoughts on multiple NHL topics, including the Seattle Kraken’s impressive season so far and a seemingly doomed campaign for the Florida 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.
1/24/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 24 seconds
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Search For Number One Netminder Narrows

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs dissapointing loss against the Canadiens over the weekend during Hockey Day In Canada. Sam discusses his experience in Owen Sound for the events before they dive into John Tavares's play in OT, inconsitstency at home vs. on the road and Ilya Samsonov taking over as number one netminder. They are joined by Sportsnet's Craig Simpson (41:57), who breaks down the Leafs' struggles against teams they should beat, the responsibilities of the bottom line and why it's important to experiment with the powerplay. Later, Sportsnet 650's Jason Brough (1:07:07) breaks down the nightmare situation in Vancouver, why Bruce Boudreau had to go, Jim Rutherford's role throughout and what new head coach Rick Tocchet can bring to the Canucks. Kyper, Bourne and Sam end with a conversation about Flames' coach Darryl Sutter's dismissive comments about rookie Jakob Pelletier's NHL 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.
1/23/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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Leafs vs. Habs: Rivalry Night in La Belle Province

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee take a look at the Leafs' big win over the visiting Jets, and debate whether or not the Leafs-Habs rivalry still has any juice. Later, Doug MacLean stops by for his weekly 'Off The Rails Friday' visit, including a chat on Ilya Samsonov's goaltending prowess so far this season and how the Leafs should proceed between him and Matt Murray (40:58). Afterwards, Maxim Lapierre joins to tee up Leafs at Canadiens on Saturday night - what does the Bell Centre feel like when the Leafs come to town (1:05:19)? 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 affiliates.
1/20/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 49 seconds
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Grease Week Continues with Heavyweight Canadian Clash

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined by Hall of Fame defenceman Chris Pronger (6:18) to kick it off, who shares his thoughts on what it's like going through and coming back from a life threatening injury and how Morgan Rielly can get back on track. They then tee up tonight's Leafs game against the Winnipeg Jets, including why Canadian teams love to hate the Leafs, Rielly vs. Josh Morrissey and Ilya Samsonov getting the start over Matt Murray. The conversation continues with Sportsnet Jets' reporter Sean Reynolds (41:19), who also discusses unheralded Jets players and coaching staff, the team's toughness and the future for Pierre-Luc Dubois. Finally,  Stanley Cup champion and NHL Network's Mike Rupp gives his take (1:06:15) on which Metropolitan Division teams can be contenders, the league lacking 'game-managers,' and the messy situation 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.
1/19/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 20 seconds
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Buying In on Bowness

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with the Ivan Provorov situation in Philly, the decision, the fallout and what the NHL can realistically do to respond. They move on to the Leafs overtime win against the Florida Panthers, the questionable officiating, Radko Gudas's hit on Zach Aston-Reese and five-forward powerplay miscues. Gord Stellick of Leafs Nation joins the show (39:57) to discuss Sheldon Keefe's decision to pull Matt Murray, Morgan Rielly starting to settle down, and his involvement in an upcoming Harold Ballard documentary. They are then joined by Winnipeg Jets coach Rick Bowness (1:12:07), who chats about the Jets' recent play, Josh Morrisey's Norris jump, and his relationship with Blake Wheeler after stripping him of the 'C.'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.
1/18/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 33 seconds
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How to Fix Morgan Rielly

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee tee up tonight's Leafs game against the Florida Panthers and discuss goaltending and defence holding the Panthers back and Morgan Rielly's recent struggles. Former Panther and current Panthers analyst Ed Jovanovski gives his take (22:39) on how to get Rielly back on track, how Aaron Ekblad has had similar slumps and gives a season outlook for Florida. They are then joined by Keith Tkachuk (41:52) who shares an insider perspective of his son Matthew's experience with the Panthers this season and what it was like raising his sons to be mold-breaking NHL pros. Later, Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna joins the show (1:05:59) to break down the Panthers' goaltending situation, why goalie gear is extremely important and who he likes better between Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov.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.
1/17/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 33 seconds
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Leafs Need More From Morgan

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off by breaking down the Leafs loss to the Boston Bruins on Saturday, including Conor Timmins' critical blunder, where Morgan Rielly fits, if it's time to reunite Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on the same line and the confidence level with Matt Murray as the number one. They are joined by former NHL executive and Sportsnet hockey analyst Mike Futa (41:11), who discusses the energy Wayne Simmonds brings to the team, the Leafs' need for a true number one defenceman and who they would need to trade to get one. Then, former Leaf and host of Chiclets Game Notes Colby Armstrong joins the show (1:06:10) to chat about the yo-yoing Penguins, flashiness vs. nastiness on the Leafs and the need for both, and why Seattle is the Cup contender no one is talking about. Kyper, Bourne and Sam close out with a break down of Canucks' president Jim Rutherford's press conference today.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.
1/16/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 27 seconds
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Leafs vs. Bruins: How Much Does It Matter?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Maple Leafs loss to the Detroit Red Wings and how Bobby McMann has fit on the Leafs lines. Next, Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery jumps on (18:35) to discuss his adjustment to the team's system while implementing his own philosophy, how different it is coaching a veteran team in comparison to younger teams, his assessment of the Toronto hockey club, and getting another chance with the Bruins organization after leaving the Dallas Stars. Then, Doug MacLean joins for his weekly chat with the boys (57:43) and shares his thoughts on the regular season, if teams are allowed to have throwaway games, and if young players can cement themselves into a lineup when the post-season comes around. Afterward, the guys are joined by Windsor Spitfires, Seattle Kraken prospect Shane Wright (1:05:54) to sum up his learning experience playing hockey in the World Juniors and within the AHL. 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.
1/13/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 43 seconds
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Yzerplan Meets the Shanaplan

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin with the Leafs' 2-1 win over the Nashville Predators, one of the best performances all season from Matt Murray and Sheldon Keefe trying William Nylander at centre in Auston Matthews' absence. They also discuss Kyper's newest article about Jake Muzzin, and if the Leafs need a new Muzzin before the playoffs begin. They are joined by Maple Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph (42:39) who breaks down Murray's game yesterday, the NHL debut from Bobby McMann, and his experience working with Jim Bowen.  Four-time Stanley Cup winner with the Red Wings, Woodward Sports Network's Darren McCarty joins the show (1:05:06) to talk about Detroit's recent stretch ahead of their game tonight against the Leafs, their path back to being a Cup contender and the "Yzerplan." The guys close with a coversation about the All-Star game, Canucks' Oliver Ekman-Larsson being a healthy scratch, and league meetings about goalies knocking the nets off.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.
1/12/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 32 seconds
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Assessing Canadian Teams at Halfway Point

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam Mckee begin hump day discussing Auston Matthews sitting out his first game of the season due to an injury, Bobby McMann making his NHL debut and if we'll see more load management for hockey players. The guys are joined by Nashville Predators TV play-by-play voice Willy Daunic (21:31) to get his thoughts on the team's identity, how they've produced their offence on the ice, if Ryan Johansen is their number one centre, why they're hoping Tanner Jeannot will have a better second half, and a story of Willy being drafted to the Toronto Blue Jays. Afterwards, Sportsnet's David Amber jumps on (41:29) to share his idea on how the NHL can combat tanking, Vancouver Canucks' struggles, if a coaching change is imminent for the team, at the midway point, why he's more concerned about both teams in Alberta out of all the Canadian franchises, and who will make a big trade at the deadline, Kyle Dubas or Ken Holland. Finally, Coming In Hot Sens Podcast's Jason York joins the guys (1:06:29) to share the state of the Ottawa Senators at the halfway point of the year, if Pierre Dorion's job on the line despite a pending sale of the franchise, and Alex DeBrincat's future with the Sens. 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.
1/11/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 20 seconds
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Brodie Hits IR + Star or Superstar

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee begin with the news that TJ Brodie will hit the IR and what the Leafs will miss in his absence. They are joined by NHL Network's Mike Kelly (21:36) who shares some thoughts and analytics on Auston Matthews' underwhelming goal-scoring pace, Morgan Rielly's struggles and whether or not Calle Järnkrok can be a long-term solution on the second line. Then, Sportsnet's Ken Wiebe joins the show (41:17) and goes deep on the Winnipeg Jets, the reason for this season's turnaround, the Rick Bowness effect and their financial future inspiring more urgency. Later, former NHL pro, agent and GM Brian Lawton of NHL Network discusses the 'buyers market' ahead of the deadline, who the Leafs should target and who may become available (1:03:54). Finally, Kyper, Bourne and Sam play a game of 'Star or Superstar.'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.
1/10/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 39 seconds
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Goalie Instability at the Midway Mark

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by breaking down a pair of Leafs wins over the weekend, including bounce back performances from Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, whether or not the Leafs still need an upgrade in net, the five-forward powerplay and Morgan Rielly easing back into the lineup. They are joined by Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (41:49) who shares his thoughts on the Leafs' goalie competition, the dynamic of player morale vs. business at the trade deadline and the Sabres' playoff hopes. Later, Bob Stauffer of Oilers NOW joins the show (1:06:43) to discuss Edmonton's season so far, Jack Campbell losing the starting job in net, their need for secondary scoring in the absence of Evander Kane and how active they will be in the blueliner trade market. Finally, the guys share their halfway-point-of-the-season takeaways for 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 affiliates.
1/9/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 20 seconds
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Time To Worry About Matt Murray

Justin Bourne, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee kick it off by discussing Team Canada's gold-medal win over Czechia at the World Juniors. They then get into last night's dissapointing showing from the Leafs against the Kraken, worrying and worsening play from Matt Murray, how Sheldon Keefe has handled team morale and Morgan Rielly's risky game burning Toronto defensively. The guys are joined by ESPN's Emily Kaplan (41:01), who chats about the trade market, which teams will be the biggest buyers and why some teams have been hesitant to take the first swing. Later, Sam Consentino joins the show (1:04:40) to share his takeaways from the World Juniors, Shane Wright starting to play up to expectations, a pro-comparrison for Connor Bedard, and Canada's goalie development problem.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.
1/6/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 39 seconds
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All-Star Asterisks & Prospect Pressure w/ Eric Lindros

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee begin by breaking down Team Canada beating Team USA in the World Juniors semifinal, the controversial dissalowed goal and how much they miss USA vs. Canada at the highest level.  Stanley Cup Winner and  and TNT broadcaster for the Seattle Kraken Eddie Olczyk joins the show (22:02) to discuss the Kraken's season, their upcoming game agains the Leafs and which teams he thinks will make the playoffs out west. Later, they chat about the newly announced All-Star voting system (47:01), and debate who deserves to be there from each team and if they can even be called 'All-Stars' anymore. Then, former NHLer PJ Stock from The Player Cast shares his thoughts (1:07:12) on the Montreal Canadiens', Boston Bruins' and Maple Leafs' seasons, and who is 'built' for the playoffs. Finally, NHL legend Eric Lindros breaks down (1:19:36) tonight's World Juniors final, what it's like to be the headline prospect at the tournament and how the tourney has changed.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.
1/5/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 36 seconds
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Auston Matthews Hits 500 Career Points at the Bank

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by discussing Auston Matthews getting to 500 career points in a wild game vs. the Blues at Scotiabank Arena. They also chat a potential contract extension for Michael Bunting - what would that look like from a dollar perspective, and would playoff success tilt that number upwards at all? Sportsnet's Anthony Stewart stops by to share a Leafs point of view (41:27) - could Matthew Knies eventually fulfill a top six role for the team? Afterwards, scout Jason Bukala takes a look at Canada's World Juniors performance so far, and whether or not the hype should be believed on Connor Bedard (1:03:55). 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.
1/4/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 49 seconds
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Winger Winger - Is Tavares the Answer?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are back together and kick off 2023 by discussing Canada's overtime win over Slovakia in the quarterfinals of the World Juniors, Connor Bedard's imposing stretch and which NHL teams should consider tanking for him. Two-time Stanley Cup champion and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster Craig Simpson joins the show (41:24) to catch up with the Leafs and discuss tonight's matchup against the St. Louis Blues, Matt Murray vs. Ilya Samsonov, concerns for John Tavares' offensive production and if he should be moved out to the wing. Later, Blues' general manager Doug Armstrong gives his take (1:06:44) on his team's season so far, how he approaches team-building and trades, and why his system is geared for success in the playoffs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 20 seconds
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Looking Ahead to 2023 and the Playoffs with Adam Foote

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off the final show of the year with a break down of the Maple Leafs' loss to the Coyotes, the Mullett Arena experience and the Leafs' historical struggles against Arizona. Two-time Stanley Cup Winner with the Colorado Avalanche Adam Foote joins the show (41:58) and shares his thoughts on the defending champs' play this season, the Leafs and how they may look in the playoffs, and Cale Makar's all-time great potential. Later, Sportsnet hockey analyst Michael Futa battles a rib injury to join the show (1:05:27) and talk about his confidence in how the Leafs can look come playoff time and why seeding might not matter as much as some think. Finally, they answer questions from the mailbag before closing out the final show of 2022.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.
12/30/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 38 seconds
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Rielly Returns! Desert Auditions

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start by discussing the Leafs matching up with the Coyotes before they are joined by Leafs Radio Network Colour Analyst Jim Ralph (20:36) for an in-depth preview, the  Leafs' poor record vs Arizona all-time and if this game could possibly be a showcase for rumoured trade target Jakob Chychrun. Later, GM of Canada's Men's National Team for the Spengler Cup and former Arizona Coyote Shane Doan joins the show (44:40) to break down Canada's tough elimination in the Quarterfinals. Shane also shares his thoughts on the Coyotes' season, playing in Mullet Arena, and how keeping players like Jakob Chychrun would be beneficial for the long term of the club. Finally, the boys are joined by Former Leafs GM and Leafs Nation Pre + Post Game Host Gord Stellick (1:07:12) who makes the argument that the Leafs do not need to make a big trade.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.
12/29/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 13 seconds
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Leafs' Trade Targets - Buy, Sell or Rent?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off by breaking down the Maple Leafs' overtime win against the St. Louis Blues, William Nylander's solo effort with the game winner, Calle Järnkrok making the most of his opportunity on the second line and how much stock to put into these regular season 'statement' wins. Then, breaking news that the Leafs will be fined $100k by the league for travelling on Christmas Day (57:16). Later, Luke Fox joins (1:03:59) to discuss who the Leafs should target in a trade, what assets they'd have to give up and if trading for a one-year rental is worth it. Finally, John Scott's Connor McDavid take, is 'the Michigan' too showboat-y and what's going on with Canadian goalies?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.
12/28/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 45 seconds
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Looking for Answers Against the Lightning

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get you set for tonight's game between the Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning and discuss the playoff atmosphere and implication, Lightning coach Jon Cooper having fun at Toronto's expense, the Leafs' waning effort levels ahead of the Holiday roster-freeze and much more. Former NHL executive and Sportsnet hockey analyst Mike Futa (41:51) shares his thoughts on the Leafs' biggest needs, who they should target via trade and why they will be handicapped by the cap. Later, TNT's Keith Jones (1:07:31) joins the show to discuss the John Tortorella experience in Philly, if the Devils are a team to fear come playoffs and the Capitals being back in the hunt.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.
12/20/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 40 seconds
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Maple Leafs Make a Move

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with a recap of... the World Cup Final? The guys share their thoughts on the similarities between hockey and soccer, the game ending with penalties and the Leafs' title drought vs. Argentina's drought. Afterwards, they break down the Leafs' 5-2 loss on Saturday to the Washington Capitals (8:40), a confidence-shaking game from Ilya Samsonov and the ineffectiveness of a five-forward powerplay. Later, Leafs Nation's host Gord Stellick (43:00) breaks down the Leafs trading Denis Malgin to the Avalanche for Dryden Hunt and what role the Buds' newest addition will have going forward. Finally, former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster Garry Galley (1:04:45) discusses the NHL's Christmas freeze-out, Alex Ovechkin's goal-scoring pace and goes coast-to-coast evaluating the Canadian teams. 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.
12/19/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 51 seconds
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All Good Streaks Must Come to an End

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap the Maple Leafs' tough 3-1 loss to the New York Rangers, their first regulation defeat in over a month and the end of Mitch Marner's point streak, and evaluate the personnel in offensive zone faceoffs, questionable line combinations and the struggles on the powerplay. Doug MacLean makes his weekly appearance (41:31) to discuss what's bothered him about the Leafs, potential trade targets, and the time he swore on live radio. Later, former NHLer and Washington Capitals analyst with NBC Sports Alan May shares his perspective (1:06:17) on Alex Ovechkin closing in on Gordie Howe for second all-time in goal-scoring, his surprisingly great season, and a preview for the Capitals vs. Leafs game on Saturday.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.
12/16/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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Mark Messier's Recipe For Winning The Stanley Cup

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee highlight Kyper's recent piece on how William Nylander is performing his way into a big payday, whether the Maple Leafs should use him as a trade asset or re-sign him onto a long-term deal. Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox stops by (20:47) to discuss how important their upcoming game against the New York Rangers might be for Matt Murray and if Conor Timmins will stick on the blueline when Jordie Benn returns. Hockey Hall of Famer and NHL on TNT analyst Mark Messier (48:20) weighs in on Alex Ovechkin reaching 800 career goals, how the offence in the game of hockey has changed over the years, why it'll take a group effort for Toronto to get over their playoff hurdle, and the recipe for winning the Stanley Cup hasn't changed. Then, Rogers Monday Night Hockey's David Amber (1:06:23) jumps on shares when he first brought up 'Ovi Watch', when he thinks Alex will reach Wayne Gretzky's record, and the state of the Canadian NHL teams. 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.
12/15/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs Cook the Ducks

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the Maple Leafs' dominating 7-0 win over the Anaheim Ducks, including Alex Kerfoot finally having a positive impact, if Pontus Holmberg has played well enough for the Leafs to let David Kämpf walk, and if Dallas Eakins should be fired. Then, former NHL goalie Mike McKenna (42:27) joins the show to talk about Alex Ovechkin reaching the milestone of 800 career goals and tells the story of when Ovi scored on him and did the "Stick on Fire" celebration. Later, cohost of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast Jeff Paterson (1:07:10) discusses the limitations in Bo Horvat's game, what he would cost in a trade and the problems with the Vancouver Canucks. Lastly, the Bruins are unbeatable, and Samsonov is finally awarded with the Leafs championship belt.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.
12/14/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 43 seconds
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A Trio of Former Pros Join the Show

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee celebrate Justin's belated 40th birthday before discussing the Maple Leafs' matchup tonight against the lowly Anaheim Ducks, and the difference between the playstyles of Ilya Samsonov and Matt Murray. Then, four-time Stanley Cup winner and current Ducks' special assignment coach Scott Niedermayer joins the show (23:12) to discuss his role with the team, training with Trevor Zegras, and how the league has changed since he was playing. Later, Kelly Hrudey (41:42) shares his thoughts on the Calgary Flames, if the goalie position is less important now, and if the Leafs seem different this year. Finally, former NHLer Scott Gomez (1:22:55) talks the New Jersey Devils, and shares stories from his playing career about Sidney Crosby and Lou Lamoriello.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.
12/13/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 45 seconds
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William Nylander's Ceiling + M&M Reuniting Again?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Maple Leafs' successful weekend against the Calgary Flames, what's William Nylander's ceiling as a goal scorer, and if they would've traded Nylander for Jonathan Huberdeau earlier in the year. Leafs' radio colour analyst Jim Ralph joins the boys to discuss (42:22) how Conor Timmins has performed alongside T.J. Brodie, how William Nylander has matured over the years, and why he thinks Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner will reunite on the same line come post-season. Then, former NHLer and Sportsnet hockey analyst Colby Armstrongs weighs in on (1:18:44) how the season has turned around for Sheldon Keefe, the changes in the Leafs' demeanour on the ice, and his reaction to former Bruins defenceman Zdeno Chára's comments on the 2011 Vancouver Canucks. 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.
12/12/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 29 seconds
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Leafs Get What They Need from Bottom Six

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Maple Leafs' dominating 5-0 home win over the Los Angeles Kings, Nick Robertson's injury, TJ Brodie's return to the lineup and Pierre Engvall's game misconduct. Doug MacLean makes his weekly appearance (41:44) to discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets' struggles, if the Leafs need to trade for a defenceman and if the impressive play from their bottom six can be relied upon in the playoffs. Later, JD Bunkis (1:06:20) shares his thoughts on if the Leafs should approach a Morgan Rielly trade, what position they should target in return, and the Kyle Dubas contract situation. 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.
12/9/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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Brodie Returns! Stories With "Lucky Luc" Robitaille!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee weigh in on how the Maple Leafs will utilize T.J. Brodie who returns to the roster and Mark Giordano's impressive performances on defence. Leafs Nation's host Gord Stellick joins the conversation (20:16) to discuss how Auston Matthews and most of the Leafs adjusted their game to become two-way players, and why Toronto's season feels different in comparison to years of the past. Hockey Hall of Famer, and President of the L.A. Kings Luc Robitaille stops by to chat about (41:44) ultimately waiting until the 9th round to get drafted in the NHL, his time playing with Justin's dad Bob Bourne on the Kings, and Sean Durzi's contributions to L.A.'s blueline. Afterward, Former NHLer, and part of "Playercast" on Sportsnet's YouTube channel Andrew Peters (1:07:54) jumps on to give his perspective on Tage Thompson's offensive surge against the Blue Jackets, and Johnny Gaudreau's decision to sign with Columbus. 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.
12/8/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 54 seconds
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Stars Aligned For Toronto And Matt Murray

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap the Maple Leafs' win over the Dallas Stars, Matt Murray's shutout performance, the fallout between the Ottawa Senators and Murray, and if Toronto should stick with Rasmus Sandin and Timothy Liljegren pairing. ESPN's Kristen Shilton drops by (42:24) to share her thoughts on whether the Leafs will be looking to add or move pieces from their roster, the potential spike in the NHL team's salary caps, and Kyle Dubas' pending contract. Then, Oilers Now's Bob Stauffer jumps on (1:06:00) to weigh in on Jack Campbell's struggles in net, how Edmonton can turn their season around, and Zach Hyman's addition to their roster. 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.
12/7/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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Texas Showdown Between Stars & Leafs

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the timeframe for a potential contract extension for Sheldon Keefe and Kyle Dubas, building a consistent fourth line for the Maple Leafs, and the need for Nick Robertson to create opportunities for himself on the ice. Afterward, former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (40:16) shares his observations on the Leafs' success in November, how comfortable the team is playing in closely contested games, constructing a successful bottom six, and the re-emergence of physical hits on the ice compared to when he played in the league. Finally, Dallas Stars TV analyst for Bally Sports Daryl Reagh (1:05:50) weighs in on the change in philosophy head coach Peter DeBoer has brought to the team, and previews a match-up between the Leafs and Dallas Stars. 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.
12/6/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 40 seconds
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Skating Around The NHL With Shane O & Adam Oates!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show recapping the Maple Leafs' OT loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Hockey Night in Canada, how much they miss Morgan Rielly's impact on the blueline, and what's the identity of the fourth line. Then, former NHLer and co-host of the Missin Curfew Podcast Shane O'Brien (41:42) weighs in on Jacob Trouba's physical presence for the New York Rangers and how he feels about St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington's antics on the ice and head coach Craig Berube's putting his netminder on blast. Then, former NHLer Adam Oates (1:06:08) discusses the difficulties of maintaining any type of streak in the NHL, the importance of up-and-coming players learning how to skate with the puck in their hand, and how many goals Auston Matthews needs to score to have a successful 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.
12/5/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 9 seconds
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Lightning & Leafs Meet Again

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show discussing the Maple Leafs facing the Tampa Bay Lightning for the first time since their playoff series loss and Lightning head coach Jon Cooper (23:17) breaks down the performances from his hockey club this season, Mikhail Sergachev's impact on the blue line, and what he thinks about Mitch Marner's current point streak. Then, the guys' weekly chat with Doug MacLean (42:44) as he talks about how the Leafs have changed their year around after a rough start, dealing with injuries on the roster, and his time as a teacher. Afterward, former Leafs' GM Dave Nonis (1:04:53) weighs in on the evolution of the Leafs' core group, at what point during the regular season a team's front office will assess their roster, the use of analytics in hockey, and how coaches and general managers view highly touted prospects. 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.
12/2/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 49 seconds
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Marner's Magical Streak Stays Alive!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Maple Leafs win over the San Jose Sharks, Mitch Marner's point streak staying alive, Ilya Samsonov's performance in net and Mac Hollowell's addition to the blue line. Sportsnet hockey analyst Sam Cosentino weighs in on how Marner has evolved since entering the league, the approach athletes have with improving their individual games, and the depth of the upcoming 2023 NHL Draft (41:46). Then, hockey analyst for the New York Rangers Steve Valiquette (1:06:16) jumps on to break down the best performing goaltenders around the league this season, how goalies handle getting scored on, and Alexis Lafrenière's struggles on the ice. 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.
12/1/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 51 seconds
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Who's Starts More: Murray or Samsonov?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee weigh in on the pecking order between the two goaltenders Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, and who should handle the bulk of the starts. Then, former NHLer and Stanley Cup Champion Brad May (21:39) stops by to chat about the importance of players having trust in their netminder, and where he stands on teams tanking their season. Leafs legend, and Hockey Hall of Famer Darryl Sittler (41:18) speaks on the passing of longtime friend and teammate Börje Salming, Mitch Marner's current point streak, and having chemistry within a line and power-play unit. Afterward, Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (1:06:56) shares how the fanbase is feeling about Toronto's top guys, William Nylander's hot and cold spurts, and his view of dual threat in net. 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.
11/30/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 44 seconds
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Buying In On Defence

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show by continuing the conversation around the uncertainty of Auston Matthews' future with the Maple Leafs, then get into Toronto's 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, which one player would be replaced on the defensive pairings, and how the group has bought in on performing better on defence. Former NHL executive and Sportsnet hockey analyst Mike Futa (42:09) weighs in on which area on the Leafs roster they should be upgrading, if Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov are the future goaltending tandem, and his assessment of Matthew Knies within Toronto's prospect system. Then, senior columnist from Sportsnet Eric Francis (1:07:04) jumps on to discuss Matthew Tkachuk's return to Calgary for the first time since being traded to Florida, Flames' struggling on offence, and how can head coach Darryl Sutter help turn their season around. 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.
11/29/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 46 seconds
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Leafs Grab a Pair of Weekend Wins

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee get into the two wins that the Leafs grabbed last Friday and Saturday, over the Wild and Penguins on the road, and how the offence is being driven by Mitch Marner. They bring on Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph to discuss what he saw from Marner, the offence, and the much-discussed, oft-injured core of defencemen (43:12). With the team still on the road to begin the week, they bring on four-time Stanley Cup Champion Kris Draper to preview the Original Six matchup down in Detroit (1:03:50). 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.
11/28/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 20 seconds
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Leafs Talk - Toronto Hangs On to 4-3 Win Over Wild

The Toronto Maple Leafs edge out the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in a scrappy Black Friday afternoon game. On a special edition of Leafs Talk, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee analyze the victory and discuss the good and bad of Matt Murray, the defensive effort from the Leafs' forwards, Mitch Marner's 15-game point streak, 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.
11/25/202217 minutes, 52 seconds
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Remembering Leafs Icon Borje Salming

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne remember the late Maple Leafs legend Borje Salming and look back at the celebration of his career during the Hockey Hall of Fame weekend in Toronto. The guys are joined by former Maple Leaf Stu Gavin (4:45) to share his time playing alongside Salming and the type of player he was on the ice and teammate in the locker room. Then, Nick, Justin and producer Sam McKee recap Toronto's 2-1 win over the New Jersey Devils (20:50), the idea of developing others to play on the penalty kill, and the Devils' fans reaction to the third disallowed goal. Next, Former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster Garry Galley (42:46) discuss the Leafs' strength in their defensive game, Rasmus Sandin's elevated opportunity on the blueline and Auston Matthews' lowered production in goal scoring. Finally, general manager of the Minnesota Wild Bill Guerin (1:05:36) reveals how Ryan Reaves would fit on the Wild's lines, why he traded for the forward, and if personality in his players is an important aspect of a winning 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.
11/24/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 39 seconds
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A Minor Trade for the Leafs + Paying the Devils a Visit

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee start the show by doing their best to not get too distracted while Canada takes on Belgium at the World Cup. They persevere by announcing a Leafs trade, acquiring defenceman Conor Timmins from the Arizona Coyotes in exchange for forward Curtis Douglas. Later on, they preview another game vs. the New Jersey Devils, and get into a conversation with NHL on TNT analyst Darren Pang. 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.
11/23/202254 minutes, 37 seconds
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Numbers On The Blueline Dwindle

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee look back at the Maple Leafs' OT loss to the Islanders and discuss Erik Källgren's performance, giving up a tying goal to New York to force an extra period, the need to create separation in a close game, Rasmus Sandin dropping the gloves against Oliver Wahlstrom after a dangerous hit to Austin Matthews, and how the blue line will look like with Morgan Rielly being placed on the IR. Then, New Jersey Devils head coach Lindy Ruff (41:13) joins the guys to discuss the major change between the 2021-22 Devils team in comparison to this year's squad, his type of coaching style, how Dougie Hamilton has altered his game after his jaw injury, and was asked if he had helped the late Clark Gillies get an interview for the New York Islanders. Afterward, Sportsnet hockey analyst Anthony Stewart (1:04:55) jumps on to chat about the state of the Leafs' defensive core, why he believes Sandin will have a bigger role moving forward, Nick Robertson struggling to find a role on the main roster, and if the expectations of being one of the best goal scorers are weighing on 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.
11/22/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 43 seconds
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Believe In Matt Murray

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee recap the Maple Leafs' win over the Sabres, Sheldon Keefe's decision to reunite Austin Matthews and Mitch Marner on the top line, and if the guys are starting to believe in Matt Murray as their number one goaltender. Leafs Nation pre and post-game host Gord Stellick (44:18) stops by the show to explain why he's still bullish on Nick Robertson, and managing Murray's workload in net. Then, 4-time Stanley Cup winner and MSG Network analyst Butch Goring (1:07:33) weighs in on the Islanders' season so far, why he thinks this has been the best year for Mathew Barzal, and how Ilya Sorokin has played himself to be an early candidate to win the Vezina Trophy. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/21/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 43 seconds
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What Is the Leafs’ Ceiling?

Filling in for Kyper, JD Bunkis joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee on Real Kyper and Bourne. They kick off the show discussing the Leafs overtime loss to the surging New Jersey Devils last night, how Matt Murray has looked in his first two starts since coming back from injury, how the team plays in OT, and the Leafs depth forwards. Next, Anthony Petrielli joins the show to discuss the ceiling for the current Leafs roster, if having Pontus Holmberg as the third-line center is good for the team, whether or not it is time to trade Nick Robertson, and more (56:36). After that, should the Leafs trade for John Klingberg? Who should be the Leafs starting goaltender? Justin, JD, and Sam 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.
11/18/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 13 seconds
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The Devil(s) Went Down to Toronto

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee preview the New Jersey Devils - one of the NHL's best teams early on this season - making a trip to Scotiabank Arena to take on the Leafs. Can the Leafs contain their speed? NHL Network's Mike Kelly joins to discuss the matchup in more detail (22:08), while Doug MacLean discusses the state of the Eastern Conference's two divisions (40:20). Where do both the Leafs and Devils stand mid-November? To wrap up, MSG Network's Ken Daneyko joins to give the New Jersey side of the preview, including a discussion on whether or not their play is sustainable for the rest of the 2022-23 season (1:07:36). 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.
11/17/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 16 seconds
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Matt Murray Stands Tall in Pittsburgh

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show recapping the Leafs 5-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins last night. They dive into Tavares leading the charge in the victory, Matt Murray getting his first win as a Leaf, and what is going on with Rasmus Sandin. Next, Mike McKenna joins the show to discuss whether or not the bar has been lowered for goaltenders, Matt Murray’s play from last night's outing, how Jack Campbell is doing over in Edmonton, and more (41:25). After that, Nick and Justin welcome Jim Ralph to the show. They discuss the Leafs core clicking last night, his thoughts on the play of Auston Matthews this season, what he is seeing from the Leafs defense, and more (01:05:45). Later on, the guys discuss who is Toronto’s worst defensive forward.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.
11/16/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 14 seconds
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A Tough Start for Michael Bunting

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee break down the tough start to the 2022-23 campaign by Michael Bunting - he had 60+ points last season, can he still replicate that this year? Should he have a permanent spot next to Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on that top line? The guys discuss, and later bring in Colby Armstrong to break down Bunting's struggles and also get a preview of Leafs - Penguins in Pittsburgh later tonight (40:02). Plus, they chat with former NHLer Steve Larmer (a former teammate of Kyper's) and get into the Hockey Hall of Fame conversation (1:04:12).   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.
11/15/20221 hour, 42 minutes, 55 seconds
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Tiger Williams Reflects on Playing With Börje Salming

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee discuss the Leafs emotional pre-game tributes to Börje Salming, the Leafs roster updates surrounding Jake Muzzin and T.J. Brodie, and Kyle Dubas’ comments to the media regarding Sheldon Keefe. Next, Nick and Justin welcome former Toronto Maple Leafs star, Tiger Williams, to the show. Tiger reflects on playing with Börje Salming, how Salming adjusted to the North American game, and discusses this weekend's tributes to the legendary Leafs defender (40:50). After that, Kristen Shilton joins the show to discuss the importance of the Leafs next stretch of games with Matt Murray coming back into the lineup, the necessity of depth around the NHL with star players going down with injuries, and more (01:07:00). In honor of Hockey Hall of Fame induction night, Nick, Justin, and Sam debate some players who should be inducted into the HHOF in the 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.
11/14/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
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Doug MacLean Stories + A Visit From The Pens

Nick and Justin start the show by listening to Sheldon Keefe praising Mark Giordano's leadership. They discuss the Leafs' defensive grit and depth throughout the team. The show's first guest is Sportsnet.ca NHL Writer, Luke Fox (20:49), who joins to talk about Keefe's recent approach to the team amid some recent struggles and the uncertainty around the team's depth. Later on, Former NHL President, GM, and Head Coach, Doug MacLean (42:17), joins his regular Friday slot to give his thoughts on the Pens-Leafs matchup, explains what is needed from Toronto's back end in order for them to have success, and what Jack Campbell needs to prove in Edmonton. Finally, 2-time Stanley Cup Champion, Phil Bourque (1:06:16) joins the guys to talk about some Pens season storylines, and how they are approaching this game in Toronto. Fill-In producer, Tristan Marchegiani asks the guys questions from the text line to end the 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.
11/11/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 28 seconds
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Will Matt Murray Return to the Net This Weekend?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by remembering some stories from Nick's playing career. Later on, they're joined by Sportsnet's Jason York to discuss Matt Murray's potential return to the ice, his comments regarding his former team, and to get to some stories of his own (22:58). Afterwards, former player, coach (and Nick's former teammate) Eddie Olczyk continues the story telling, and discusses the Alexander Ovechkin vs. Sidney Crosby debate that is still happening in 2022 (41:42). To wrap, Andy Strickland joins to take a look at the St. Louis Blues and how they can turn their season around (1:07:59). 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.
11/10/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 35 seconds
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Positives From a Rocky Knight

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show discussing the Leafs' blueline and their willingness to shoot the puck, Timothy Liljegren’s development, Erik Kallgren, and more. Next, Gord Stellick joins the show to discuss the Leafs strong stretch of games as of late, their 5v5 play, and more (41:30). Later, the guys discuss what is going on with Jonathan Huberdeau and the Calgary Flames and preview the 63rd regular season matchup between Alexander Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby who enter tonight's game with the same amount of points! To end the show, Ryan Leslie joins Kyper and Bourne to discuss how Darryl Sutter has been handling the Flames' losing streak and how Calgary’s big offseason acquisitions have fared so far this season. (01:30:45).  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.
11/9/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 59 seconds
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Golden Knights Arrive at the Bank for Leafs Test

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick things off by discussing where the Leafs stand heading into another big home game, this time against the Vegas Golden Knights. They welcome in Sportsnet analyst Jason Bukala to discuss the current state of Leafs prospects, and the timeline for minor league players to contribute in the majors (41:46). Afterwards, Golden Knights President of Hockey Operations George McPhee stops by to give the long view on Vegas, including the team currently being healthy and how NHL goaltenders have evolved to a tandem usage today (1:04:03). 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.
11/8/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 18 seconds
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A Winning Weekend For The Blue and White

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by recapping the Leafs big weekend after wins against the Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes. Then they discuss the fourth line's impact and if Keith Petruzzelli will get a chance to suit up with the blue and white this week. Next, Craig Simpson joins the show to discuss the pressure that the Maple Leafs faced going into the weekend, Denis Malgin’s impact on the bottom six, Auston Matthews’ play so far this season, and more (41:50). After that, Kyper and Bourne welcome Brian Lawton to the show as they discuss the potential turnaround for the Leafs after the weekend, the Bruins signing and then rescinding Mitchell Miller's contract plus plenty more (01:07:25).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.
11/7/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Big Bad Bruins Come To Town

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show discussing the Boston Bruins signing Mitchell Miller to an entry-level contract, the Leafs tough stretch of upcoming games, and the decision to waive Nicolas Aubé-Kubel. Next (42:35), Doug MacLean joins the show to preview Saturday night's tilt with the Bruins, how to handle public perception when you are in management. After that, Shane Malloy joins the show to discuss the Leafs' depth, where the team ranks in terms of developing and drafting NHL players, and more (01:09:07). To end the show (01:28:00), Nick, Justin, and Sam answer your texts!  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.
11/4/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 11 seconds
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Leafs Snap Skid at the Bank

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee get into the Leafs' 5-2 home win over the Flyers to snap the losing streak, including the hat trick by John Tavares, and the scrap between Auston Matthews and Travis Konecny with a few minutes left. NHL Network's Mike Rupp discusses both the physicality and mentality from Matthews in those situations, and what he wants to see from the star centre moving forward (35:25). Later on, Sportsnet's Wayne Scanlan chats the rumours that Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds may want to purchase the Ottawa Senators, and also gets into other potential owners in the nation's capital (56:12). 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.
11/3/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 15 seconds
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Leafs Begin Crucial Stretch With Test at Home

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by breaking down Sheldon Keefe’s comments to the media, Nick Robertson being left out of the lineup tonight against the Flyers, and potentially splitting up Marner and Matthews. Next, former Flyers defenceman Chris Therien joins the show to discuss the Flyers unexpected start to the season, whether the team’s early success is sustainable, and more (43:45). After that, Louie DeBrusk joins the show to discuss the Edmonton Oilers and the steps they have taken over the offseason, whether they are a legitimate contender, the Nashville Predators, and more (01:07:15).  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.
11/2/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 19 seconds
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A Less Than Successful Leafs Road Trip

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee recap a west coast road trip for the Leafs, debate whether or not fingers should be hovering over the panic button after a less-than-inspiring start to the year, and discuss the current usage of the bottom six. Sportsnet's Luke Fox helps break down the road trip and compares the Leafs to other talented-but-underachieving teams (21:54). Hall of Famer and three-time Stanley Cup winner Mark Recchi chats about what is needed from the Leafs' leadership core moving forward, and what the team can do to jumpstart the offence (42:55). Former NHL head coach Claude Julien stops by to discuss the pros and cons of coaching in a major media market, and his experiences with players getting heated on the bench during losing streaks (1:04:49). 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.
11/1/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 26 seconds
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Matthews and Marner Under the Microscope

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show with a deep dive into the Leafs struggles to start the season headlined by their blueline. Is there a trade incoming? Are changes behind the bench on the horizon? Next, Rick Tocchet (43:15) joins the show to discuss the relationship between superstar players and their coaches, the importance of a strong bottom-six, the mood in an NHL locker room when a team is struggling, and more. After that, former NHL goaltender Andrew Raycroft (01:07:30) joins the show to discuss the Bruins early success, what it is like playing in Toronto, David Pastrňák’s contract status, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/31/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 13 seconds
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Are the Leafs in Need of a Shakeup?

Nick Kypreos, Sam McKee, and Gord Stellick, kick off the show breaking down the Leafs 4-3 OT loss to the San Jose Sharks last night, what to make of the Leafs defense, where Denis Malgin fits into the lineup, and more. Next, Doug MacLean (42:15) joins the show to discuss how teams should approach building their bottom six, Barry Trotz, and Kyle Dubas’ future in Toronto. After, Brad May (01:08:45) joins the show to discuss the issues in the Leafs play this season, the simple fixes that they need to implement, and how coaches should handle speaking to the 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.
10/28/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 2 seconds
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California Swing Begins

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee begin the show by discussing the promotion of Alexander Kerfoot alongside Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on the Leafs' top line, how Pierre Engvall can get out of his mini-slump, and if teams have found a better way to defend Matthews. Leafs Nation's and former GM Gord Stellick gives his take on head coach Sheldon Keefe moving Michael Bunting down to the third line, how much he was involved in line changes when he was in the front office, and his assessment of the Atlantic Divison through seven games (42:39). Then, former NHLer and hockey analyst for the San Jose Sharks Bret Hedican gives his evaluation of the California team and how Erik Karlsson can bring some consistency to the Sharks' defensive core (1:05:04).  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.
10/27/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 44 seconds
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Keefe Shakes up Top Line on Western Trip

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee kick off the show by debating whether it's tougher to play for the Leafs or the New York Yankees? Next, Garry Galley joins the show to discuss the pressure of playing in big markets, Claude Giroux and the Ottawa Senators, and why the Leafs have been struggling to score goals at even strength (22:12). Then, former NHLer Scott Hartnell joins the show to discuss Barry Trotz hinting at being interested in coaching the Leafs, John Tortorella and the Flyers, and more (49:00). Next, former NHLer Andrew Peters joins the show to discuss the Buffalo Sabres start to the season and Ilya Lyubushkin (01:07:59). 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.
10/26/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 28 seconds
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Working Around Sluggish Starts

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by discussing the Leafs' performance through the first seven games of the season, slow starts in their loss to the Golden Knights, and the lack of scoring from their top players. Then, TNT's hockey analyst Keith Jones weighs in on the state of the Eastern Conference and why John Tortorella is a perfect coach to take the Flyers to the next level (43:04). Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph shares his assessment of how the defencemen have played to begin the year and if it's too early to split the top lines (1:07:06). 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.
10/25/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 55 seconds
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Another Chance for the 4th Line

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by discussing the Leafs 4-2-0 start to the season, the role fighting still has in the league, what is next for Blake Wheeler and the Winnipeg Jets, and more. Next, Luke Gazdic, NHL analyst at Sportsnet, joins Kyper and Bourne to discuss Wayne Simmonds and Kyle Clifford being added to the lineup, how to play tough without taking minor penalties, and more (41:15). After that, Jason Brough joins the show to discuss what is going on with the Vancouver Canucks during their winless start to the year (01:08:30).  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.
10/24/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 21 seconds
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Nick Robertson's Two-Goal Debut

Real Kyper and Bourne start off discussing Nick Robertson's heroics, notching his second goal of the game in overtime to beat the Dallas Stars. The fellas question why he wasn't called up sooner and if Auston Matthews needs to show more grit on the ice, before looking into the questionable good goal call on Tyler Seguin's game-tying marker. Later on, former NHLer Colby Armstrong shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Penguins' start to the year, the lack of production from the Leafs' fourth line, Arber Xhekaj's fight with Zach Kassian, and Robertson's season debut (39:18). Next up, JD Bunkis weighs in on how Robertson's showing will alleviate some pressure off of Sheldon Keefe and the need for more bottom-six output, before looking back on the first five games for the Leafs this season (01:06:47). To wrap up, the guys head to the text-line and YouTube comments 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.
10/21/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 5 seconds
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Keefe's Double-Negative + A Family Affair vs. Dallas

Sheldon Keefe media watch continues on the Real Kyper and Bourne show as the guys discuss the Leafs head coach's latest clarification on his comments after Monday night's loss. They then pivot to tonight's action as the undefeated Dallas Stars come to town and preview the matchup between brothers Nick and Jason Robertson, and look back on the message Ilya Lyubushkin's hit sends opposing teams. The Athletic's Mike Futa stops by to share his thoughts on the Stars' stellar start to the year, Keefe's presence in the media lately, and how Toronto's lineup stacks up against Dallas (42:48). Later on, former Stars netminder Marty Turco discuss Mason Marchment's fit in Dallas so far, the team's top line firepower centred by Roope Hintz, Jake Oettinger's solid play in goal, and his thoughts on Toronto's lackluster effort against Arizona on Monday (01:06:23). "no good son of a bitch" 4:28 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.
10/20/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 1 second
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Walking the Media Tightrope

Justin Bourne hosts alongside Brent Gunning and Sam McKee! They start the conversation with Sheldon Keefe walking back his criticisms after Monday night's loss and hear what Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner had to say about it, before looking into the Maple Leafs' line shuffle at practice today. Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox joins the fray to discuss Keefe's comments and Nick Robertson replacing Denis Malgin on the second line ahead of Thursday tilt against Dallas (22:17). Later on, David Amber of Hockey Night in Canada comments on his biggest panic teams around the league, Ilya Lyubushkin's crushing hit on Dylan Holloway, and the optimism surrounding the Ottawa Senators early on this season (40:47) The Athletic's Hailey Salvian hops aboard to share her thoughts on the latest in Leafland, before shifting attention out West to the undefeated Calgary Flames and Darryl Sutter's impact (01:05:44). 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.
10/19/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 47 seconds
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Coyotes Scavenge a Win in Toronto

On this episode, Nick, Justin and Sam start off with their reactions to last night's uninspiring 4-2 loss to the Arizona Coyotes. They discuss what led to the loss, Jake Muzzin's injury, the questionable officiating during key moments of the game, and hear Sheldon Keefe's call-out of the Maple Leafs' stars on today's "Kyper's Clippers". Later on, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick-tricity adds to the conversation on the team continuing to play down to their opponents, Erik Källgren's performance in goal, Auston Matthews’ slow start to the season, and when it's time to be concerned about this group (41:48). Next up, senior columnist for Sportsnet Eric Francis chats about Calgary's great start to the year, tonight's pivotal game against the undefeated Golden Knights, and the impact of their offseason acquisition so far (01:07:55). 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.
10/18/20221 hour, 44 minutes, 6 seconds
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Källgren Gets the Call + Murray Heads to LTIR

To start the week on Real Kyper and Bourne, the guys reflect on Matt Murray's injury sustained during a morning skate on Saturday and what Head Coach Sheldon had to say on today's "Kyper's Clippers". Nick, Justin and Sam then focus in on Nick Robertson's call-up and if he should take over Denis Malgin's 2nd line spot, before discussing what's next for Wayne Simmonds and their takeaways from Saturday's win over Ottawa. Former Senator Bobby Ryan adds to the conversation on Ottawa's young talent, Alex Debrincat's fit on the top line, and the long-awaited buzz around the city for this team (42:07). Afterwards, former netminder and current Daily Faceoff analyst Mike McKenna chats about the unpredictable starts for goaltenders around the league, Murray's unfortunate injury, how he managed to stay injury-free for 14 professional seasons, and Jack Campbell's start in Edmonton (01:06:37).  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.
10/17/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 27 seconds
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Samsonov's Revenge in Leafs First Win

Win number one is on the board! The fellas kick things off breaking down how the Toronto Maple Leafs took care of business last night against the Washington Capitals, "The Rock" starting a new chant at Scotiabank Arena, how other teams are playing Auston Matthews early on, the contributions from the bottom-six and the effectiveness of the penalty kill. Former NHLer Jason York hops aboard preview the first "Battle of Ontario" this season between the Leafs and Ottawa Senators! He share his perspective on the 2022/23 Sens group, how D.J. Smith will fair behind the bench, and how the Leafs can set a different tone this season (41:02). Next up, TNT's Rick Tocchet looks back on last night's win over the Caps, the key contributors on both sides of the ice, and the aftermath of Calgary and Florida's blockbuster trade this offseason (01:05:06). To wrap up, the guys head to the text-line and YouTube comments to answer your questions (01:22:36)!Watch on YouTube!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.
10/14/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 57 seconds
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Misfortune in Montreal

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the show looking back on the Maple Leafs' lackluster performance in their season opener in Montreal. The fellas highlight their standouts and no-shows on both sides of the ice, the top-heavy special teams unit, their takeaways from Matt Murray's blue and white debut, and hear from a less than impressed Sheldon Keefe on today's "Kyper's Clippers". Later on, former NHLer Jamal Mayers tries to find some positives from last night's contest, before getting into the Leafs' lack of intensity and Connor McDavid's ridiculous start to the season (41:45). Next up, Karl Alzner of the "Alz Caps" podcast checks the pulse in Washington, discusses what to look for in tonight's game in Toronto and shares his take on Ilya Samsonov's stint with the Capitals (01:05:16). To wrap up, the guys preview tonight's contest between Toronto and Washington and hear some more "Kyper's Clippers". 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.
10/13/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Road to Game One with Doug MacLean & Jim Ralph

Get set for Toronto Maple Leafs season opener with Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee! The fellas start off breaking down the matchup between the Leafs and Montreal Canadiens, the pressure surrounding this group, the cap constraint Toronto finds themselves in, and if this is they year they can finally get over the first round playoff hump. Later on, friend of the show Doug MacLean weighs in on how the 2022/23 Leafs squad compares to years prior, why this season opener seems to lack excitement, the importance of goaltending, and his key figures heading into this season (40:40). Next up, Maple Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph previews the Leafs' opening night matchup vs. the Habs, before getting into if Matt Murray is a true number one goalie, William Nylander: the sparkplug, how the new pieces of the roster might fit together, and what to expect from Juraj Slafkovský, the 2022 first overall draft pick (01:05:09). 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.
10/12/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 36 seconds
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Lights, Cameras, Opening Night Action

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick things off previewing opening night in the 2022/23 NHL season! They focus in on the Maple Leafs' final roster cuts ahead of game one, before shifting gears to discuss Hockey Canada's recent changes at the helm. After the break, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson shares his thoughts on how the Leafs are shaping up ahead of the season and the intriguing stories heading into the first games of the year (42:16). Later on, New York Rangers analyst Steve Valiquette weighs in on if Igor Shesterkin can follow up his stellar 2021/22 season, before looking into the Leafs' goalie situation to determine what version of Matt Murray we will see in the blue and white (01:05:58). To wrap up, the guys hear from the star of "Kyper's Clippers", Sheldon Keefe, before sharing their predictions for the new NHL 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.
10/11/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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What Happens to Wayne Simmonds and NHL Season Preview

The guys kick off Thanksgiving Monday just like everyone else... wondering how the Blue Jays possibly blew that 8-1 lead to Seattle. After that it's back to business, as they discuss Wayne Simmonds being made available for trade by the Toronto Maple Leafs after they placed him on waivers (7:11), and where he could possibly end up. They also talk about the Leafs' depth and if a 3rd line of Aube-Kubel, Kampf, and Aston-Reese can be competitive defensively (8:01). Later in the hour (26:45), the guys are joined by Sportsnet NHL analyst, Anthony Stewart, to get his thoughts on Simmonds' situation, and how he thinks the Buds fair heading into the 2022-23 campaign. Are they set up for postseason success? In the 2nd hour, the guys are joined by Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff to discuss the start of the new season, the NHL's investigation into Ian Cole, and how he thinks the Atlantic division will shape up (50:40). 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.
10/10/20221 hour, 38 minutes, 49 seconds
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How Does the Leafs’ Goalie Tandem Stack Up?

Nick and Justin start things off discussing where the Leafs are at in camp, the decsion to give William Nylander a shot at centre, and share their overall thoughts on the line of Nylander, Nick Robertson and Denis Malgin (00:10). Next up, Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine looks into the Leafs’ goaltending situation and breaks down what adjustments need to be made in both Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov's games (27:45). Later on, NESN's Andrew Raycroft weighs in on the sense of urgency surrounding the Bruins out of the gate with all their injuries and the importance of having two reliable goalies, before sorting through the new-look Eastern Conference and the difficulty to reach the playoffs (59:12). To finish up, NBC Sports Capitals analyst Alan May discusses the expectations for Washington this season, how many games he expects Nick Bäckström to play in his return from injury, and why he would never count out Alex Ovechkin (01:21:08). 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.
10/6/20221 hour, 38 minutes, 58 seconds
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Is Nick Robertson a Roster Lock?

Nick and Justin start off looking back on Nick Robertson’s performance during the pre-season, if he could be someone that the team might be looking to trade, and how Toronto's fourth line might shake out by opening night (00:08). Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick hops aboard to give his thoughts on how the roster is shaping up ahead of the season, if this year's goaltending situation might be more effective, and the future of both Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe (26:15). Later on, former NHLer Brad May looks into the length of training camp, why modern NHL players don’t need a longer camp, and shares his expectations for Buffalo Sabres this season (01:01:07). To finish off the show, the guys talk about the playoff format, ads on jerseys, and how both of those are directly linked to the league’s bottom line (01:22:36). 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.
10/4/20221 hour, 38 minutes, 26 seconds
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We’re Back!

Nick and Justin open the show looking back on the Leafs’ first round playoff loss to the Lightning, the goaltending situation after the departure of Jack Campbell, and what the expectations are for the tandem of Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov (06:16). Next, the guys reflect on how beloved Campbell was in the city, the unwillingness to move any core pieces to change the team dynamic, and the makeup of the current defensive unit (29:06). Later on, Luke Fox joins the show to talk about the vibe around camp, Nick Robertson’s immediate future with the big club and the battle among the forward group (51:28). To wrap things up, Nick and Justin look at how different the Atlantic Division is this season, Toronto's chances to capture the divisional crown, and what to expect from Boston while missing key pieces out of the gates (01:15:28). 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.
10/3/20221 hour, 38 minutes, 25 seconds
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Season One Finale! Biggest Stories + Off-Season Crystal Ball

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy wrap up season one with a pair of new signings in Leaf Land, Victor Mete & Jordie Benn, if the two additions will impact Rasmus Sandin's roster spot, and look ahead to what's next for Justin Holl. From the Jack Campbell saga to Auston Matthews' Hart Trophy campaign, the fellas make their picks for the biggest stories and surprises from the Leafs' season and around the league (16:21). To cap off the year, Nick, Justin and Sam consult the crystal ball to predict what's still to come in Toronto and extend their thanks to all those part of the first season of Real Kyper and Bourne (41:10)! Thank you all for listening - see you 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.
7/15/202248 minutes, 57 seconds
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Signing Season Day One Review

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on yesterday's chaos as NHL free agency opened for business! The fellas get into Toronto's transactions including the addition of Ilya Samsonov and the competition with Matt Murray for the starting job, Ondrej Kase and Ilya Mikheyev's departure, Adam Gaudette's upside, Denis Malgin's reunion, and hear from GM Kyle Dubas (02:38). Later on, they discuss Brent Burns' trade from San Jose to Carolina, Johnny Gaudreau's surprising move to Columbus, and what's next for Nazem Kadri (32:24). 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.
7/14/202248 minutes, 35 seconds
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Free Agency Day Preview with Mike McKenna

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy sort through the biggest names on the move around the NHL before free agency officially opens at noon! The guys discuss Johnny Gaudreau hitting the free market, the speculation linking Jack Campbell to Edmonton, Claude Giroux's fit with Ottawa, and Evgeni Malkin and Evander Kane both staying put (00:59). Later on, Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna weighs in on the goalie carousel around the league, Matt Murray's technique and points of improvement, and sorts through the backup netminders still available (31:01). To wrap up, the guys focus in on the Senators to ask if Ottawa's off-season push could re-ignite the Battle of Ontario (41:50). 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.
7/13/202248 minutes, 52 seconds
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Matt Murray is a Maple Leaf!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off sharing their reactions to Toronto's trade for Matt Murray and weigh the potential pros and cons of adding the veteran goaltender. Later on, NHL Network's Brian Lawton adds to the Murray conversation and raises concerns over the lack of salary retention and draft picks given up, before getting into the UFA market and what's next for Johnny Gaudreau and Evgeni Malkin (25:01). To wrap up, the fellas sort through the remaining candidates in the goalie market to find who can fill Toronto's backup void (42:55). 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.
7/12/202248 minutes, 33 seconds
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Down to the Home Stretch with Frank Seravalli

Nick and Justin kick off the week with some pending UFA talk! The guys are joined by Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli to discuss some of the biggest question marks heading into free agency (24:29). Would the Maple Leafs actually trade for Matt Murray? Will Jack Campbell return to Toronto next season? Will Johnny Gaudreau and the Flames agree on a contract extension? Is there a team other than Edmonton that will look at Evander Kane? And what does the future of Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews hold during this Chicago re-build? To wrap up, the fellas sort through the latest transactions around the NHL (42:44)! 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.
7/11/202249 minutes, 28 seconds
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An Off the Rails Draft with Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos hosts solo and is joined by friend of the show Doug MacLean to look back on last night's NHL Draft action and discuss what's on tap this off-season for the Toronto Maple Leafs (01:48). To wrap up, Justin Bourne joins the show alongside the co-host of The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis to sort through the latest rumours around the NHL (35:31). 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.
7/9/202248 minutes, 52 seconds
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NHL Draft & Leafs Off-Season Preview with Luke Fox

Brent Gunning fills in alongside Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy to lookahead to tonight's NHL Draft in Montreal! The fellas dissect Kyle Dubas' media availability and discuss if any progress has been made on Jack Campbell, Ilya Mikheyev or Rasmus Sandin (08:05). Later on, Sportsnet's Luke Fox joins live from Montreal to chat about what's on tap for the Leafs tonight, Sandin's role on Toronto's blue line, who could start in goal on opening night, and if any Marlies are projecting well for next season (26:34). To wrap up, the guys discuss the Canadian premiere of "Unrivaled", a documentary revisiting the iconic rivalry between Colorado and Detroit (42:53). 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.
7/7/202249 minutes, 8 seconds
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First Overall Fascination with Renaud Lavoie

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy discuss a recent social media poll deeming the Maple Leafs fans the most annoying fan base, before sorting through the new front office faces promoted in Toronto's organization and the crop of free agent goalies on the market. Next up, TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie focuses in on Montreal to discuss the Canadiens' strategy with the first overall pick in Thursday's NHL Draft, if prospect Shane Wright is still atop of the list, the uncertainty within the organization and potential trade pieces on the roster (22:33) To wrap up, the fellas look towards Columbus to chat about Patrik Laine's future with the Blue Jackets (45:03). 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.
7/6/202248 minutes, 25 seconds
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Finger on the Pulse with Kevin Weekes

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off discussing the possibility of the Leafs staying internal in goal next season, a potential offer sheet situation for Rasmus Sandin, and what's on tap for the team during the off-season. Later on, hockey's #1 news-breaker Kevin Weekes stops by to weigh in on Mike Grier's hiring as GM in San Jose, the off-season rumours surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs, and breaks down the latest rumblings around the league including what's next for J.T. Miller (23:52). To wrap up today, the fellas look ahead to the NHL Draft to ask who Montreal will choose with the first overall pick (41:54). 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.
7/5/202249 minutes, 12 seconds
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Elliotte Friedman's Off-Season Trade Radar

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start this week off looking back on Nicolas Aube-Kubel's slip-up that dented the Stanley Cup, before their shifting attention to the latest moves around the NHL! They begin with the trade that sent Ryan McDonagh to Nashville and question the strength of the Preds' core, before reviewing Nick Paul's new contract in Tampa and what's next for Ilya Mikheyev (04:12). NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman joins to sort through the latest rumours surrounding Jack Campbell, Colorado's goaltending options, Claude Giroux's fit in Toronto, and potential landing spots for Nazem Kadri (21:09). To wrap up, the fellas go over the latest head coaching hires around the league and the vacancies still on the board (41:17). 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.
7/4/202248 minutes, 4 seconds
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FA Day Memories + The Beantown Beat with R.A.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on July 1st, formerly NHL free agency day, to share what memories stand out to them and compare how John Tavares' blockbuster signing was viewed then vs. now. The fellas then get into the latest NHL news as Kevin Fiala heads south to the L.A. Kings on a hefty seven year deal, and ask if Fiala's new contract will set the market for those following suit (16:41). Next up, Brian McGonagle a.k.a. "Rear Admiral" chats about the growth of his podcast "Spittin' Chicklets", before focusing in on his hometown Bruins to share how GM Don Sweeney's new deal is viewed, the team's off-season outlook, and how the Maple Leafs are regarded in Boston (25:05). To wrap up, the guys share their disbelief about the early Stanley Cup odds, before speculating on what's ahead for "Geno", Letang and Toronto this off-season (37:11). 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.
6/30/202249 minutes, 1 second
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Stanley Cup Champion Nazem Kadri Joins the Show!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start things off looking back on Tampa Bay's lengthy injury list sustained during the playoffs. The fellas discuss if there's any way to potentially combat this, and hear from Julien BriseBios and Steven Stamkos following the Lightning's Stanley Cup finals loss (01:52). Later on, Nazem Kadri stops by to share his experience hoisting the Stanley Cup with Colorado, fighting through injury, his iconic post-game interview, and his plans on his day with the Cup (30:07). To wrap up, the guys look into the sponsors that have stopped their partnership with Hockey Canada in wake of sexual assault allegations (40:46). 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.
6/29/202249 minutes, 30 seconds
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Calls to the Hall + Liljegren's Extension

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off in Toronto after the Maple Leafs re-signed defenceman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract extension, and discuss the potential value of the contract down the road. Soon after, Jason York chimes in on Liljegren's deal, before shifting attention to the Hockey Hall of Fame class of 2022 to chat about inductee Daniel Alfredsson on and off the ice and if a return to Ottawa in a management role is in the cards (11:29). Later on, Mikael Samuelssen adds to the Hall of Fame conversation with his experience playing with Henrik and Daniel Sedin in Vancouver, highlights what made them so effective, and shares a thought on Alfredsson during their time in Detroit together (33:22). 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.
6/28/202248 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Avalanche Capture the Cup + Kadri's Mic Drop Moment

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start the week off looking back on the Colorado Avalanche's 2022 Stanley Cup victory! The guys break down the Av's near perfect third period and crown Jon Cooper as the King of Kyper Clippers, before we hear Nazem Kadri's mic drop moment and question if his trade in 2019 is the worst in Leafs history (01:08). Next up, two-time Cup champion Aaron Ward comments on how Tampa Bay's skill couldn't keep up with Colorado's speed, Cale Makar's dominance, Andrei Vasilevskiy's performance vs. Darcy Kuemper, and the job done by Jared Bednar (24:40). To wrap up, the fellas look ahead to what's next for Kuemper and Jack Campbell (41:38). 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.
6/27/202249 minutes, 12 seconds
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Colorado Closes on the Cup + Ottawa's New Barn w/ Doug MacLean

To kick things off, Nick Kypreos makes peace with the NHL Awards and highlights some of the bright spots from the evening, before Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy join to look ahead to Game 5 of the Stanley Cup final! We hear Jon Cooper's apology, Jared Bednar's Game 4 thoughts and Pat Maroon's unique way with words on today's Kyper's Clippers, before the fellas discuss if Colorado can seal the deal and Andrei Vasilevskiy's potential to still swing the series (03:05). Next up, Doug MacLean takes Friday off the rails as he catches up with the guys, looks back on Tampa Bay's playoff journey, and discusses Ottawa's new deal for an arena in LeBreton Flats (25:10). To wrap up, the guys talk about what's next for J.T. Miller, question if the Maple Leafs have room to add the Canuck, and try to make sense of Pierre-Luc Dubios' head-scratching request (43:54). 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.
6/24/202248 minutes, 46 seconds
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Too Many Men? NHL Situation Room with Tim Peel

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start things off discussing Nazem Kadri's overtime heroics to decide Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. The guys talk through the controversy surrounding the goal, if the correct call was made, hear what Jon Cooper had to say about the play, and look back on the trade that sent Kadri from Toronto to Colorado (02:07). Later on, former NHL official Tim Peel shares his initial reaction to last night's questionable line change, before weighing in on the officiating crew last night, how the final play was handled, and other contested calls from his career (34:23). To wrap up, the fellas look back on the NHL Awards to chat about their takeaways from the evening in Vegas (46:11).   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.
6/23/202250 minutes, 1 second
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Hart of Gold: Matthews Earns MVP + Kadri Status Update

Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy are joined off the top by our field correspondent Nick Kypreos to share an update on Nazem Kadri's injury status ahead of Game 4 tonight (00:55). Afterwards, David Amber chats about his experience presenting at the NHL Awards last night, the award voting process and any surprise recipients, before focusing in on Toronto and what's next for William Nylander (11:29). In the final segment, Justin and Sam look back on Auston Matthews' Hart Trophy-winning season, hear what Matthews had to say post-award ceremony, and share their best bets for the remainder of the Stanley Cup finals (32:08). 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.
6/22/202249 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Lightning Strike Back + Inside Hockey Canada's Hearing

Nick Kypreos and Producer Sammy kick off the show discussing Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final as the Tampa Bay Lightning found new life at home to earn the 6-2 win. The pair look back on what swung the game in Tampa's favour, and hear Jon Cooper's comments about the technical issues during the review process. Soon after, voice of the Avalanche Peter McNab chats about how the Lightning accentuated the home ice advantage, where Colorado's focus should be heading into Game 4, and speculates who will start the next game in goal (12:18). Later on, The Athletic's Katie Strang shares her findings from Hockey Canada's hearing on Monday surrounding an incident of alleged sexual assault in 2018 and the settlement following (31:20). To wrap up today's show, the guys look ahead to the NHL Awards tonight and discuss if Auston Matthews will be honoured with the Hart Trophy (41:49). 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.
6/21/202248 minutes, 45 seconds
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Close to Perfect: Colorado Makes Stanley Cup History

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on Colorado's commanding performance in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final to rout the Lightning 7-0. The fellas question if Tampa Bay has enough left in the tank to respond and why oppositions are targeting Andrei Vasilevskiy's low blocker side, before hearing from Jon Cooper and re-living one of their own conversation in Kyper's Clipper-ception (01:50). Later on, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson weighs in on what was a near perfectly executed game by the Colorado Avalanche, and identifies what specifically lead to Tampa Bay's downfall and the areas on the ice the Lightning need to tighten up on (24:21). After the break, the guys listen in to Jared Bednar's comments following his team's dominating win, before discussing Nicklas Bäckström's surgery and the options for Washington to fill the void (39:52). 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.
6/20/202249 minutes, 27 seconds
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Game 2 Lookahead with Colby Armstrong

Kyper, Bourne and producer Sam open the show discussing the layoff effects between the Stanley Cup Final games, the altitude in Colorado, and how Avs' head coach Jared Bednar is using the Leafs' gameplan against the Lightning (1:56). Colby Armstrong stops by to share what he's looking forward to in Game 2, his one-on-one with Steven Stamkos, and how hard it really is to win in the NHL playoffs (9:53). Chris Therien sounds off on the Flyers hiring John Tortorella as their new head coach (31:54). 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.
6/17/202248 minutes, 23 seconds
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Speed Kills: The Avs Earn Early Stanley Cup Edge

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on Colorado's overtime victory in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals! We hear Jon Cooper's reaction to the loss, before the guys discuss if Tampa had more left in the tank, Colorado's difference-making tempo, and highlight Valeri Nichushkin and Ondrej Palat (02:30). Later on, former NHL goalie and current ESPN analyst Brian Boucher shares his take on this Stanley Cup matchup, Colorado's speed vs. Tampa's defence, the goaltending battle, and how the stars performed in Game 1 (22:07). To wrap up, the guys look into the rumours surrounding Senators goalie Matt Murray and talk about how he might fit with the Maple Leafs (43:10). 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.
6/16/202249 minutes, 12 seconds
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Stanley Cup Final Preview with Adam Foote

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy share their excitement for "Unrivaled", a new documentary highlighting Colorado and Detroit's storied rivalry, before looking ahead to the Stanley Cup Final kicking off tonight! The fellas update the injury report for Brayden Point and Nazem Kadri ahead of Game 1, and hear Jon Cooper and Jared Bednar's take on today's Kyper's Clippers (03:03). Next up, two-time Stanley Cup Champion Adam Foote shares his unique Cup Final viewing experience as his former team faces off against his son Cal, before breaking down the matchups on defence and between the pipes (27:49). To wrap up, the guys discuss Bruce Cassidy's new gig with Vegas and the immediate expectations surrounding that group, and debate if we've seen that last of John Tortorella (44:28). 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.
6/15/202255 minutes, 13 seconds
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Coach & Goalie Rumour Mill

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy kick things off looking back on the Rangers' elimination at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning, before reading into how Kaapo Kakko was benched for the final game. Later on, the guys look into the goalie market to discuss how John Gibson or Sergei Bobrovsky would fit with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and weigh both options against the tandem of Jack Campbell and Petr Mrazek (10:03). Afterwards, they change course to the NHL coaching landscape to sort through the plethora of candidates and openings still on the board (28:34). To wrap up the show, the guys look ahead to Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals and update the injury report for Brayden Point & Nazem Kadri (39:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/14/202248 minutes, 18 seconds
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Typical Tampa: The Lightning Roll Into the Stanley Cup Final

Guest Host Brent Gunning joins Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy to discuss how the Tampa Bay Lightning punched their ticket to their third-straight Stanley Cup Final. The guys break down the difference-makers for the Lightning, the winning mentality surrounding this group, and hear Head Coach Jon Cooper's praise for his team on today's Kyper's Clippers (05:04). Later on, Anthony Stewart discusses the collective effort that pushed Tampa through to the next round, before looking ahead to the Stanley Cup Finals and what factors could swing the series (25:28). To wrap up today, Brent, Justin and Sam chat about the Maple Leafs parting ways with Goalie Coach Steve Briere and what the change could mean for Jack Campbell (40:07). 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.
6/13/202248 minutes, 57 seconds
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Contract Talk + Game 5 Preview with Dave Maloney

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start things off looking ahead to a pivotal Game 5 at Madison Square Garden between the Rangers and Lightning. The guys shift their attention to Edmonton to weigh in on what's next for Evander Kane and Jay Woodcroft, and hear from Oilers' GM Ken Holland on today's Kyper's Clippers (06:33). Later on, MSG's Dave Maloney checks in ahead of Game 5 to discuss how Tampa Bay has handled Mika Zibanejad, Igor Shesterkin's workload, Ryan Strome's impact and Filip Chytil's potential (23:23). To wrap up today, the guys dive into the Maple Leafs' salary cap situation to determine what's on the horizon for Rasmus Sandin (41:07). 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.
6/9/202248 minutes, 59 seconds
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Inside Tampa's Turnaround with Brian Engblom

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start things off making sense of how Tampa Bay evened up the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2. They break down how the Lightning slowed down the Rangers, Victor Hedman's crushing hit on Filip Chytil, and hear from Jon Cooper & Gerard Gallant on today's edition of Kyper's Clippers (03:37). Afterwards, Lightning analyst Brian Engblom highlights the role players stepping up for Tampa, the edge Brandon Hagel plays with, the changes made after losing the first two games of the series, and the evolution of Jon Cooper and Steven Stamkos (24:45). Finally, the fellas take a look at the recent signings around the league and discuss the market value for Leafs' free agent Ilya Mikheyev (40:29). 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.
6/8/202249 minutes, 18 seconds
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Lights Out in Edmonton with Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on Colorado's swift 4-game sweep of the Edmonton Oilers. We hear our first Kyper's Clipper from Mike Smith, before discussing the MVP of the series, if Artturi Lehkonen's overtime winner was assisted by a high stick, Leon Draisaitl's playing through injury, and Zach Hyman's 11 goals during the playoffs. Later on, Doug MacLean checks in on what's next in Edmonton, the need to acquire a number one goaltender, how their inter-province rivals in Calgary should approach next season, and the end of the Bruce Cassidy era in Boston (23:40). To wrap up, the guys look ahead to preview Game 4 between Tampa Bay and New York (42:36).  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.
6/7/202248 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ray Ferraro on the Lightning's Late Game 3 Surge

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy look back on the weekend that was in the NHL playoffs, as the Avalanche closed to within one game of the Cup Finals and Tampa found some life in Game 3. We hear Head Coach Jared Bednar's comments on the hit that knocked Nazem Kadri out of the game and his timeline for return, before discussing another classic Mike Smith game in goal and if there's still hope for Edmonton to turn it around (02:00). Later on, Ray Ferraro of the Ray & Dregs podcast shares his thoughts on the Conference Finals so far, the incredible pace of modern playoff hockey, Victor Hedman's performance on Tampa's blue line, and shares a story about his pregame speech when he was teammates with Nick (22:25). To wrap up, the fellas share some brief thoughts on where the Leafs stand with Jack Campbell and anticipate what's next for him in Toronto (44:00). 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.
6/6/202248 minutes, 36 seconds
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Colorado Closes the Door + Adam Graves Joins!

Nick Kypreos joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee live from the Eastern Conference Finals in New York to discuss Colorado's dominating performance in Game 2 out West to extend their series lead. The guys listen into a Kyper's Clipper from Connor McDavid on his team's effort in the loss, before highlighting the impact of Devon Toews, Bowen Byram and Nazem Kadri (02:59). Later on, two-time Stanley Cup Champion Adam Graves stops by to discuss the atmosphere in New York during their playoff run, his experience being part of a "kid line" in Edmonton, Pat Maroon's understated effect on the game, and the importance of chemistry in the postseason (23:57). To wrap up, the guys hit the text-line to field your questions and comments (45:05)! 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.
6/3/202249 minutes, 23 seconds
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Madness at MSG: Rangers Shock the Bolts in Game 1

Nick Kypreos checks in live from New York alongside Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy to share the sense of belief surrounding the Rangers after their 6-2 win in Game 1. They discuss the detrimental impact of the Lightning's week of rest, and hear Jon Cooper's postgame comments on the Rangers' effort and Andrei Vasilevskiy on today's Kyper's Clippers (06:43). Later on, Stanley Cup champion and current analyst Mike Rupp debates if the Rangers are the real deal and how New York's "kid line" is working wonders, before getting up set for Game 2 tonight between Colorado and Edmonton (23:35). To wrap up, the fellas carry on the conversation and make their picks for the Western Conference Finals (41:54). 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.
6/2/202249 minutes, 6 seconds
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Offence, Oversights, and Offside Calls

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off by making sense of the 14-goal barn burner in Colorado as the Avs' snuck away with Game 1 8-6. The guys discuss the level of intensity not being up to par with playoff hockey, hear 'The Great One' Wayne Gretzky's comments on the offensive onslaught, and look back on the questionable offside decision on Cale Makar (00:49). Later on, Jason York adds to the conversation, discuses how coach's challenges are slowing the game down, and weighs in on how Tampa Bay matches up with New York (23:17). After the break, the fellas share some final takeaways from Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals and take a tour around the National Hockey League (40:20). 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.
6/1/202248 minutes, 22 seconds
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Setting the Stage for the Conference Finals

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off by looking back on the Rangers' convincing 6-2 win to move past the Carolina Hurricanes onto the next round. We hear Head Coach Gerard Gallant's comments on his team finding ways to win hockey games, before the guys weigh in on Ryan Lindgren's "pickup truck"  style on ice and Chris Kreider's goal on the rush (17:56). Later on, Mike Kelly shares the numbers behind the Rangers' Game 7 win, and discusses his expectations for Colorado-Edmonton and the matchup between Connor McDavid and Cale Makar (26:06). To wrap up today, the guys look ahead to the Conference Finals narratives and make their predictions for who's moving on (40:50). 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.
5/31/202248 minutes, 44 seconds
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From the Ice to the Front Office with Justin Williams

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy are up bright and early for their new timeslot to react to Jason Spezza's retirement announcement and his shift to a front office role. The guys look back on Spezza's career, discuss what lessons he could pass along in his new role, and hear a snippet of his announcement on today's Kyper's Clippers (04:20). Later on, Special Advisor to the GM in Carolina Justin Williams weighs in on his transition from the ice to the front office, before looking ahead to Game 7 tonight between the Hurricanes and Rangers and sharing some words of wisdom for the Toronto Maple Leafs (23:47). To wrap up, the fellas discuss Canada's overtime heartbreaker in the IIHF World Hockey Championship Finals and what's on the horizon for Patrice Bergeron (43:26). 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.
5/30/202249 minutes, 9 seconds
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Edmonton Finds a Way + "Sammy Cam" Debut!

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Oilers analyst Bob Stauffer to chat about how he reacted to Edmonton reaching the conference finals, before weighing in on the impact of the team's supporting cast and the job Jay Woodcroft has done behind the bench (00:38). To wrap up today, the highly-anticipated "Sammy Cam" makes it's debut as the guys sort through some fake trades that could improve the Maple Leafs (17:55). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/27/202235 minutes, 34 seconds
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Goal or No-Goal with Colby Armstrong & Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sam start off discussing the Battle of Alberta last night capped off with an overtime goal from Connor McDavid, and share their thoughts on the distinct kicking motion that disallowed Blake Coleman's potential game winner. Then, Colby Armstrong adds to the conversation about the goal decision and comments on what Darryl Sutter had to say postgame, Calgary's top guys not showing up, and why the NHL needs to see Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid face off (21:53). Later on, Doug MacLean checks in from Ohio to share his take on the kicking motion, before getting into the Leafs' supporting cast, Mark Giordano's new deal, and the priority of signing Jack Campbell to an extension (42:16). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/27/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 8 seconds
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Can the Flames Live to Burn Another Night?

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by friend of the program Aaron Ward to weigh-in on the Battle of Alberta ahead of Game 5, if the Flames can contain Connor McDavid, and impact of not having a healthy Chris Tanev on the ice (00:35). Afterwards, Peter Loubardias stops by to share to remark on what's happened to the Flames so far this series, the need for more from Calgary's top guys, highlights those not named on Connor McDavid making the difference for Edmonton, and comments on Darryl Sutter's change of tone (22:51). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin and Sam react to Mark Messier's comments on The FAN Morning Show about the different feel of the 2021-22 Leafs, before discussing the challenge of building a Cup contender in the salary cap era (42:37).  Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/26/20221 hour, 1 minute, 27 seconds
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MacKinnon's Magic Not Enough to Stop St. Louis

Nick Kypreos joins Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy to react to Nathan MacKinnon's unbelievable end-to-end goal, hear Harnarayan Singh's electric call on the play, and discuss former Leaf Tyler Bozak finding a way to break through. Later on, Cam Janssen of the "Cam and Strick" podcast shares a snapshot of the Blues' series with Colorado, and highlights Ville Husso's critical role moving forward and the impact of St. Louis' proven role players (20:09). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/26/202242 minutes, 13 seconds
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Can Kadri & the Avs Bury the Blues?

Real Gunning and Bourne are joined by The Athletic's Peter Baugh to share his main takeaways ahead of Game 5 between the Avalanche and Blues, highlights Nazem Kadri's stellar play, and discusses how Colorado can close out the series tonight (00:17). To wrap up today, Brent, Justin and Sam chat about the trade that sent Kadri from Toronto to Colorado, William Nylander throwing the body in IIHF play, if Petr Mrazek could return to the Leafs next season, and torture Bourne with some fake trades (14:56). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/25/202237 minutes, 45 seconds
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A Bizarre Night in Alberta

Brent Gunning fills in alongside Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy to react to a bizarre Game 4 in the Battle of Alberta as Edmonton extended their 3-1 series lead. We hear our first Kyper's Clipper from Flames' Head Coach Darryl Sutter, who spoke with a much different tone after yesterday's loss, before discussing Mike Smith's gaff from the opposing blue line (02:20). Soon after, Shayna Goldman weighs in on Carolina and New York's inability to win on the road, the growing animosity between the teams and how this Rangers squad differs from last year's team (22:31). Later on, Ryan Leslie chats about Connor McDavid's brilliance during this playoff run, Chris Tanev struggling to play through injury, and Darryl Sutter playing his cards close to his chest (40:34). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/25/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 18 seconds
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Steve Valiquette's Goalie Report: Playoff Edition

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by former goaltender and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette who shares his overview of the goaltenders still remaining in the Stanley Cup Playoffs including Igor Shesterkin, Andrei Vasilevskiy and Antti Raanta (00:05). Afterwards, former NHLer and Lightning broadcaster Brian Engblom continues the conversation on Vasilevskiy's strong play, and looks ahead to Tampa's path to the Stanley Cup Finals (18:46). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/24/202237 minutes, 1 second
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Giordano Contract Ripple Effects + Kevin Lowe!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off sharing their reactions after Tampa Bay swept away the President's Trophy winning Panthers. The guys discuss why Florida's offence dried up so suddenly, the decision to slot Joe Thornton into the lineup, and hear from Head Coach Andrew Brunette (01:53). They then weigh-in on Mark Giordano's new deal at a hometown discount and the implications for the rest of Toronto's blue line, before discussing Nazem Kadri's incredible Game 4 performance (17:30). Later on, 6-time Stanley Cup Champion Kevin Lowe shares his take on the Battle of Alberta, compares how oppositions prepared for Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid, and highlights the role players making a difference in Edmonton (42:59). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/24/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 45 seconds
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Leafs Offseason Priorities with MacLean & Bunkis

Doug MacLean joins Real Kyper and Bourne to share his adventures on the road, before weighing in on message conveyed during the Leafs' final media availability, if he believes there are major moves to come, and his top priorities for Kyle Dubas and Co. this offseason (00:19). Afterwards, co-host of The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis joins to talk about his thoughts following Toronto's round of exit interviews, the disconnect between the team's brass and the fanbase, and his doubts about the central message of "staying the course" (27:04). To send you into the weekend, Nick, Justin and Sam sort through the news and notes around the league and chat about the spotlight on Brady Tkachuk amid the Battle of Alberta (46:59).  Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/20/20221 hour, 1 minute, 19 seconds
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Can Florida Stay Afloat? w/ Chris Therien

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off looking into how the Tampa Bay Lightning secured a 2-0 series lead over Florida. We hear post-game audio from Jon Cooper and Steven Stamkos on today's Kyper's Clippers, and share a thought on how Nick Paul has evolved over this playoff run, if Florida can find a way to kickstart their powerplay, and Craig Berube's impact behind the bench in St. Louis (06:57). Later on, former NHLer Chris Therien previews "Ice Wars", an event showcasing former hockey heavyweights in the ring, before discussing Claude Giroux's time in Florida so far, how the Panthers fell behind 0-2, and potential landing spots for Barry Trotz (26:56).   Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/20/202242 minutes, 14 seconds
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Second Round Snapshots with Ed Jovanovski & Brian Lawton

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by former Panther & current broadcaster Ed Jovanovski who weighs in on why tonight is a must-win game for Florida, what areas of the ice they need to take advantage of, needing more from Jonathan Huberdeau, and the importance of forcing play to the middle of the ice (00:19). Later on, former NHL player, agent and executive Brian Lawton chats about his takeaways from the Rangers-Hurricanes series and Antti Raanta's play, before moving onto Toronto's asset allocation, if he believes they can win with this group, and the crop of free agents in the head coaching market (28:32). To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the possibility of major changes altering the look of this Maple Leafs roster, and hear from our new star of Kyper's Clippers Darryl Sutter (49:35). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/19/20221 hour, 1 minute, 6 seconds
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What's Next for the Bruins with Darren Pang

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy hear from Boston Bruins' President Cam Neely following his team's elimination from the playoffs, and compare that quote to the message conveyed by the Maple Leafs management (06:08). Later on, former goaltender & current analyst Darren Pang chats about why everything to come in Boston hinges on Patrice Bergeron's future, how St. Louis matches up against Colorado, Antti Raanta's play in the Carolina's crease, and the lack of quality goaltending in the 15-goal opener between Calgary and Edmonton (22:34). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/19/202241 minutes, 37 seconds
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Can Calgary Slow Down McDavid? + Brian Leetch!

Brian Leetch, Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup Champion, joins Real Kyper and Bourne to chat about throwing out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium with Nick, before getting into his playoff experience in New York and Toronto, how important championship pedigree really is, and his thoughts on the Leafs' foundation (00:30). Later on, the guys dive into their "Battle of Alberta" predictions in advance of Eric Francis joining the show! After 31 years, the cross-province playoff resumes, and Eric shares if he expects a physical series, how crucial it is for Calgary to neutralize Connor McDavid, and updates the injury report ahead of Game 1 (24:38). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin & Producer Sam look into Toronto's prospect system to find some potential options for next season (43:06).  Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/18/20221 hour, 1 minute, 11 seconds
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Zeroing In on Lingering Issues

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off looking back on the Leafs' exit interviews and the sense of complacency communicated from the team's brass, and share their thoughts on what's to come this offseason. Later on, the fellas try to focus in on one reason that's led to the Leafs' series of first round disappointments and sort through the main areas of concern including the top-end contracts, special teams and goaltending, and a lack of internal development (12:06). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/18/202242 minutes, 20 seconds
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A Second Opinion From Friedman & Fox

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Elliotte Friedman, NHL Insider and Co-Host of the 32 Thoughts podcast, who shares his thoughts on what's next for the Leafs and if Kyle Dubas' vision of a "summer of Kawhi" could come true (01:00). He also discusses Toronto's biggest areas of need on the ice, the options to improve the roster, the idea of splitting up Marner and Matthews, and the wide array of candidates in the coaching market. Later on, Luke Fox reflects on today's end of season media availability and shares his main takeaways including a shared message of sticking with their leadership group and Jason Spezza's comments on playing in Toronto (23:41). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/17/202244 minutes, 5 seconds
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Exit Interviews: An In-Depth Review

It's day two post-elimination on the Real Kyper and Bourne show and Nick, Justin and Producer Sammy are still hot. Today's Kyper's Clippers are loaded with Leafs' exit interviews including Brendan Shanahan's Shana-plan, Jason Spezza's emotional presser, Kyle Dubas outlook for the future, and Sheldon Keefe on if this season creates any strain between himself and the front office (04:53). The guys question if the Toronto media asked the hard-hitting questions today and what pieces are still missing from this roster, before getting into Jack Campbell's apparently rib injury sustained in Game 7 and the "doomsday clock" for Auston Matthews (15:14). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/17/202259 minutes, 33 seconds
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Front Office and Behind the Bench Evaluations

Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick joins Real Kyper and Bourne to let off some steam after Saturday's disappointing Game 7 that eliminated them from the playoffs, before weighing in on what's to come and how he would approach the 2022-23 season (00:35). Later on, Nick, Justin and Producer Sammy debate if Sheldon Keefe will remain behind the bench in Toronto, before moving onto the front office and questioning the future for Kyle Dubas (19:13). To wrap up, the fellas look towards the veterans on the roster and who the Leafs could retain, and head to the YouTube comment section to field your questions (28:29)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/16/202244 minutes, 9 seconds
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Maple Leafs Post-Mortem: Where Do You Start?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy air out their grievances after another lackluster Game 7 for the Toronto Maple Leafs ended their playoff run. The guys ask what's next for the Leafs this off season including Jack Campbell's contract, John Tavares' role, and the future of prospects in their system, before questioning if major changes are incoming (11:01). We hear Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments on today Kyper's Clippers, before discussing Toronto's powerplay vanishing in the big moments, what pieces are still missing from this roster and who could be on the chopping block (33:04). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/16/202259 minutes, 18 seconds
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Wendel Clark Believes, So Should You

Toronto Maple Leafs legend Wendel Clark stops by Real Kyper and Bourne (00:09)! He weighs in on what the Leafs' need in order to break through in Game 7, if the so called "curse" is real, the ability of Andrei Vasilevskiy to flip the switch, and his thoughts on this core group. Later on, the guys discuss the pressure on the front office and coaching staff heading into Game 7 (11:30), before heading to the text-line to answer your questions on the powerplay, Campbell's ability steal a game, and the officiating (28:51). To wrap up, Kyper's former teammate and Stanley Cup Champ Stéphane Matteau joins to chat about what separated his 1994 Cup winning team from the pack, his experience in high-pressure moments, and why he is still beloved amoung the Rangers' faithful (40:16). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/13/20221 hour, 59 seconds
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The Devil Is in the Details; Leafs' OT Effort Falls Short

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy start off attempting to make sense of the Leafs' heartbreaking Game 6 loss, falling 4-3 in overtime after putting together a solid effort whistle to whistle. The fellas question the existence of "the curse" before picking through yesterday's game including Alex Kerfoot's poorly timed mistakes, John Tavares' best game as a Leaf, and Jack Campbell's play. We also hear from Sheldon Keefe, Auston Matthews, and Jon Cooper following Game 6 on today's Kyper's Clippers (06:28)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/13/202242 minutes, 22 seconds
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The Oil Report; Living and Dying by Connor McDavid

Mark Spector joins Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick to chat about his recent article describing the Oilers' Game 5 effort using the despicable "choke" word, before looking ahead to the game plan for Game 6, loading up the top line with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and what the future holds for McDavid in Edmonton (00:33). The fellas wrap up today discussing the hit by Jacob Trouba that knocked Sidney Crosby from the game yesterday, and take a look at how the other first round series are unfolding (20:41). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/12/202236 minutes, 6 seconds
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One Last Trip to Tampa

Nick Kypreos, guest host Gord Stellick and Producer Sammy open up today's show looking ahead to Game 6 in Tampa Bay and the storylines leading up to this moment. The fellas get into tonight's line matchups, Matthews' case for the Hart Trophy, the path to the Cup that lies ahead, Campbell outplaying Vasilevskiy so far, and hear from Keefe & Cooper on today's Kyper's Clippers (04:30). Later on, former NHLer Keith Jones weighs in on Toronto's chances to close out the series in Tampa and why he believes the Lightning are still in good shape (43:54). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/12/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Referee Review with Dave Jackson

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Dave Jackson, former NHL official and current ESPN rules analyst (00:04)! They fellas ask Dave his thoughts on the onslaught of penalties so far in the Leafs-Lightning series, if there's been a focus this postseason to "call the standard", how playoff pressure impacts officials, and some officiating flashpoints around the league. To wrap up today, Nick, Justin and Producer Sammy chat about the Leafs' powerplay effort in last night's win, the potential aftermath of Darnell Nurse's headbutt on Phillip Danault, and debate if the Oilers' should consider starting Mikko Koskinen over Mike Smith (14:23). 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.
5/11/202238 minutes, 29 seconds
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Leafs Move One Step Closer

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy exhale after a chaotic Game 5 that saw the Leafs' comeback from down 2-0, capped off by an Auston Matthews game winner to open up a 3-2 series lead! The fellas recap the action starting with how the team overcame an underwhelming first period effort, the big boys rising to the occasion, Jack Campbell standing tall, how Jason Spezza rallied the troops, and hear from Sheldon Keefe and Jon Cooper on today's Kyper's Clippers. Later on, Maple Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph stops by to discuss how the team bounced back from a slow start, when the crowd finally broke through their nerves, highlights the performers that made the difference last night and looks ahead to Game 6 in Tampa (41:46). 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.
5/11/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 44 seconds
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Chasing Greatness; What It Takes with Eddie O

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by friend of the show Eddie Olczyk (00:18)! He weighs in on the Leafs' lineup for Game 5 and Sheldon Keefe standing behind his roster, before sharing what he makes of the Capitals-Panthers series so far, William Nylander's hustle, and what it take to win the Cup. To wrap up, the fellas discuss who could be the difference maker for Toronto tonight, listen into Jon Cooper's pregame comments, and chat about the contenders for the Vezina Award (19:27). 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.
5/10/202238 minutes, 33 seconds
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Keefe & Co. Stick to the System for Game 5

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy check the pulse in Toronto ahead of Game 5 tonight, which has a bit of a "Game 7 feel" to it. The fellas chat about the pressure on GM Kyle Dubas, who doubled-down on this group after last season's playoff disappointment, before we hear  Sheldon Keefe's reasoning for keeping the lineup relatively the same on today's edition of Kyper's Clippers (01:49)! After the break, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson weighs in on the momentum swings in this series so far, speaks to the notion that the best players step up for big games, and chats about Jack Campbell and the importance of scoring first (40:54). 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.
5/10/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 5 seconds
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How Dallas Smothered the Flames' Offence

Eric Francis stops by the Real Kyper and Bourne show to discuss how Dallas has neutralized the Flames offense throughout the first three games of the series, Jake Oettinger's stellar play, the feelings in Calgary heading into Game 4 (00:20). To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Producer Sam discuss today's breaking news as Barry Trotz is out behind the bench in Long Island, if the heat is on for GM Lou Lamoriello, and why Pierre McGuire is out in Ottawa (14:40).   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.
5/9/202237 minutes, 16 seconds
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Regrouping for a Best of Three with Mark Messier

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy look back on the Leafs' thrashing at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 4, losing 7-3 as the series evens at 2-2. The fellas air out their grievances including why Jack Campbell had a say in staying in the game, Matthews and Marner not getting nearly enough ice time, and what areas cost Toronto most, before hearing from Keefe & Cooper on today's Kyper's Clippers. Next up, 6-time Stanley Cup Champion Mark Messier joins the show (41:37)! He chats about "Messier", a horse sharing his name that competed the 2022 Kentucky Derby, before weighing in on the Leafs' grit, the need to regroup for Game 5 at home, focusing on playing a complete team game, and how the series have been officiated so far. To wrap up today, the guys sort through the options on the table for Sheldon Keefe to rework the lineup for Game 5 (01:00:51). 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.
5/9/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 27 seconds
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Fired Up Friday with Doug MacLean and JD Bunkis

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Doug MacLean to chat about Sheldon Keefe's pre-series comments on a "borderline violent" series, adjusting vs. setting the tone, needing more from John Tavares, if this series has been over-officiated, and other flashpoints around the NHL Playoffs (00:36). Later on, Co-Host The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis stops by and flips the script on Real Kyper & Bourne (24:31)! He asks the fellas three questions including if William Nylander is feeling the pressure, the impact of Alex Kerfoot's postseason performances, and if Kyle Dubas should have pursued a winger for John Tavares. To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy sort through the news and notes from around the league, answer your questions from the text-line, and make their picks for the weekend (47:24)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/6/20221 hour, 1 minute, 24 seconds
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A Philosophy Switch for Sheldon Keefe

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off discussing Sheldon Keefe switching gears on his fourth line for Game 3, opting for the more skilled Jason Spezza in lieu of the heavy-hitting Wayne Simmonds and Kyle Clifford, and hear the coach's reasoning on tonight's lineup changes on our first Kyper's Clipper (03:45). They then discuss the impact of injecting Justin Holl into the lineup, before hearing from Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper on Corey Perry's competitive nature (21:13). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/6/202242 minutes, 9 seconds
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Is Tampa-Toronto Destined for Seven Games?

Real Kyper & Bourne joined by Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick, who is not overreacting to the Leafs' Game 2 loss (00:15). Instead, Gord shares his take on what went wrong for the Buds, how Nikita Kucherov found his mojo, and what's unfolding in the other first round series' around the league. To wrap up today, Nick, Justin & Sam chat about Brad Marchand's pesky play, how the Hurricanes opened a 2-0 series lead, and look ahead to tonight's matchups to make their picks for Game 2 between the Rangers and Penguins (16:47). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/5/202239 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tampa Turns the Tide with Ryan Whitney

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off looking back on how Tampa Bay evened the series 1-1 against the Leafs. We hear our first Kyper's Clipper from Sheldon Keefe reflecting on the Lightning's bounce-back game and his team taking tough penalties (03:08). The fellas also weigh-in on which penalty kill will show up in Game 3, how Jack Campbell matches up with Andrei Vasilevskiy, who should join the fourth line, how to handle Corey Perry, if Justin Holl should get a shot and why the Leafs' late push mattered. Afterward, Ryan Whitney of the "Spittin' Chicklets" podcast stops by to discuss the series so far, the mass of penalties called and how to kickstart John Tavares, before weighing in on his former teammate Sidney Crosby currently in his 17th year (41:48). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/5/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 11 seconds
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Pork and Broccoli with Colby Armstrong

Former NHLer & resident foodie Colby Armstrong stops by Real Kyper & Bourne to weigh in on his expectations ahead of Leafs-Lightning Game 2, before turning his attention South to discuss the marathon game between the Penguins & Rangers, if there's more to Casey DeSmith's cramp that forced him to exit the game, and Louis Domingue's mid-game meal before sealing the game (00:04). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy chat about the ideal pre-game meal, hear Darryl Sutter's postgame comments, react to last night's NHL playoff action, and make their picks for tonight (21:53). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/4/202239 minutes, 14 seconds
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Keeping the Intensity for Game 2

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off today looking ahead to Game 2 between the Leafs and Lightning! Jon Cooper leads Kyper's Clippers with his take on the Leafs' Game 1 performance and the resiliency of his team in the postseason, before we hear from Leafs' Head Coach Sheldon Keefe (01:57)! Afterwards, the fellas chat about the Leafs' solid defensive depth heading into tonight and how the addition of Jake Muzzin impacted the group (28:42). Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph discusses Jon Cooper downplaying the Game 1 loss, the importance of Toronto getting their stars going, who cracks the 4th line tonight and how the team deploys their speed to their advantage (41:16). To wrap up, the fellas chat about William Nylander's pre-game sickness prior to the opener (59:03). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/4/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 35 seconds
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How Will Jon Cooper Respond?

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined off the top by the former Assistant Coach to Jon Cooper in Tampa Bay, Steve "Stumpy" Thomas (00:33)! He dives into last night's game and discusses the impact of the raucous crowd at Scotiabank Arena, how Cooper and the Lightning will respond in Game 2, how integral Andrei Vasilevskiy is to Tampa's success, and why he believes this series is still far from over. To wrap up today, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy share the latest as Kyle Clifford was handed a 1-game suspension, before sorting through the other playoff action around the NHL last night and their remaining first round picks (15:44)! Watch on YouTube! 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
5/3/202237 minutes, 29 seconds
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Leafs Shock the Lightning in Game 1 + May-Day!

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sam start off on a high note after the Leafs' dominating 5-0 win over Tampa Bay in Game 1 of the first round! The fellas relive everything starting with Kyle Clifford's hit that ended his game early, the role the crowd played in last night's win, and head to Kyper's Clippers to hear how opposing coach Jon Cooper reacted to the loss and Sheldon Keefe's thoughts on the game's physicality. Afterwards, former NHLer Brad May joins the show (41:17)! He chats about the Leafs' commanding performance in Game 1, Clifford's hit on Ross Colton, the need to keep the energy up tomorrow, his thoughts on last night's tight whistle, how will Jon Cooper and his team respond, and his experience maintaining composure through the highs & lows of the playoffs. Watch on YouTube! 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
5/3/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 14 seconds
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Views From Tampa with Dave Andreychuk + First Round Picks!

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined off the top by former NHLer & Kyper's former roommate Dave Andreychuk (00:16)! He chats about the mentality of the Lightning coming off of two consecutive Stanley Cup victories, the x-factors that could swing the series in each direction, and the impact Head Coach Jon Cooper has on the team in Tampa. To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sam each sort through their picks for tonight's first round matchups and give a score prediction ahead of Game 1 between the Leafs and Lightning (14:15).   Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/2/202234 minutes, 13 seconds
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Leafs-Lightning Game 1 Preview with Randy Carlyle

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy start off today by sharing their early expectations for tonight's matchup, before hearing from Sheldon Keefe's first Kyper's Clipper on this series being "borderline violent" and Jon Cooper's response. They then discuss Tampa Bay's advantage on the fourth line, the multitude of playoff scripts that could play out, why the first 10 minutes tonight are crucial and potential villains for the Leafs this series (14:41). Afterwards, former Leafs' head coach Randy Carlyle weighs in on the playoff experience in Toronto, the "white noise" discourse surrounding the team and what differentiates this team from year's prior (42:17). To wrap up, the fellas share their predictions for the series (01:05:50). Watch on YouTube! 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.
5/2/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Pulse of Leafs Nation with Steve Dangle

Steve Dangle joins Real Kyper & Bourne to talk about how Leafs Nation is feeling headed into the post season (02:11). They go over who Steve wants them to play in the first round, the Leafs' season so far and where that leaves him as the playoffs approach. Then the guys talk about the news and notes around the league including; the Panthers winning the President's Trophy, the Flames triplet of 40-goal scorers, and Dustin Brown's retirement, before taking all your questions and go over the best bets to win the Stanley Cup (13:55). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/29/202236 minutes, 55 seconds
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Leafs Lookahead: Final Regular Season Tune Up

Kyper and Bourne kick off today’s episode reminiscing over Producer Sammy’s absence, before looking ahead to the Leafs' final regular season game tonight with Kyper's Clippers from Sheldon Keefe on resting his stars and Wayne Simmonds on the lessons learned from last season (00:23). Later on, former Toronto Maple Leafs goalie and current NESN analyst, Andrew Raycroft joins to chat about both what the Bruins have looked like this year as well as who they would like to face (25:13). Next up, Garry Galley of Hockey night in Canada stops by to discuss what he expects from this iteration of the Leafs, the journey for Jack Campbell this year, and how the addition of Mark Giordano has bolstered the d-core so far (41:24). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/29/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 53 seconds
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Next Steps in Winnipeg with Sean Reynolds

Sean Reynolds stops by Real Kyper & Bourne and questions what's next for Winnipeg after missing out on the playoffs this year, how much cap space the Jets have to work with, shares his thoughts on Mark Scheifele, who might be the first domino to fall, and the front runners to win the West (00:32). To finish up today, Nick, Justin & Sam sort through the results of the NHL Player's Poll (25:58)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/27/202235 minutes, 29 seconds
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60 For Matthews! Adam Oates & Gord Stellick Reflect

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sam start off by reacting to Auston Matthews notching goal #60 last night! They then head to Kyper's Clippers to hear from Auston and Sheldon Keefe's comments on Matthews' milestone and resting players for Game 82, before weighing Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid's case for MVP (02:40). Then, Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick-tricity stops by to discuss where Matthews' 60th ranks amoung the greats, sorts through the Leafs excess of defensive depth and chats about the rise of Pierre Engvall & Ilya Mikheyev (21:12). After the break, Hall of Famer Adam Oates joins to chat about #60 for Matthews and the scorer's mentality, before discussing how Tampa Bay matches up with Toronto and the importance of special teams in the playoffs (42:51). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/27/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Family Business with Keith Tkachuk

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Keith Tkachuk! He chats about his two sons, Matthew & Brady, and the advice he's passed along over the years, the St. Louis Blues offensive explosion this season, and how physicality doesn't skip a generation (00:13).  To wrap up the show, the fellas sort through the news and notes from around the NHL, answer some listener texts, and debate if Auston Matthews will reach his 60th goal this season. Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/26/202237 minutes, 46 seconds
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Toronto's Playoff Pressure Points

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy start off by discussing the Maple Leafs' lineup changes, who's facing the most pressure in the organization, and find some similarities between the Raptors & Leafs (04:50). Later on, Luke Fox stops by to share what the future holds for the Maple Leafs front office after this season, before sorting through the possible lineup configurations and updating us on the latest news on Jake Muzzin and Petr Mrazek (27:53). Finally, The Athletic's Jesse Granger joins to discuss Robin Lehner's surgery and the tension between him and the organization, before weighing in on Jack Eichel's time in Vegas so far (44:21). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/26/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 7 seconds
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Rest vs. Rust + Sam Cosentino's Draft Report!

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna to weighs on how Sheldon Keefe has managed the Leafs' goalie rotation, reignites the rest vs. rust conversation, and discusses Toronto's new signing, goaltender Dryden McKay, before weighing in on the soap opera in Las Vegas (02:44). Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino goes in-depth to preview what Dryden McKay brings to the table, before looking ahead to the 2022 NHL Draft and highlights the prospects that may be first off the board (22:04). To wrap up, the fellas debate if a draft pick would turn down Arizona, Kyper unboxes his presents, and JB shares his best bets to cash in tonight! Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/25/202238 minutes, 48 seconds
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Leafs Fight Back & Create Their Own Fate

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy start off by looking back on the Leafs' effort in Washington, earning the 4-3 shootout win. The share their takeaways from the game including Erik Källgren's strong finish and Alex Ovechkin's injury, and further the conversation about resting Mitch & Auston (00:20). After the break, Capitals' analyst Alan May weighs in on the impact of not having Ovi on the ice, before sharing his thoughts on a Tampa Bay-Toronto potential first rounder, what Washington needs to put together another Cup run, and the issues surrounding the Vegas Golden Knights (43:17).   Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/25/20221 hour, 5 minutes
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Inside the World of Blind Hockey

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Aaron Ward to share his analytical view on the Leafs' loss in Tampa Bay, before discussing if the Lightning have taken a step back, the sheer volume of Eastern Conference playoff talent, and his thoughts on Guy Lafluer after his passing today (00:29). Afterwards, Randy Banks takes us into the world of visually impaired hockey. He shares how blind people take part in the game we love and chats about his upcoming charity hockey event with the Toronto Ice Owls (17:16). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy look ahead to some potential playoff matchups shaping up around the NHL (26:19). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/22/202238 minutes, 39 seconds
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How Meaningful Was Last Night's Loss?

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sam McKee are joined by a special guest in-studio as Mike Bolt a.k.a. the keeper of the Cup stops by with Lord Stanley's trophy (00:16)! He reflects on how the traditions surrounding the Stanley Cup have evolved over the years and reminisces about some of the storied memories etched onto each ring. Then, the fellas react to last night's Leafs game after Tampa Bay rained 8 goals into Toronto's net, question how much this loss means, and discuss the question Wayne Simmons was asked about being "soft" (12:39). Later on, Doug MacLean recaps his playoff pickleball game before discussing the amount of unnoticeable Leafs on the ice last night in Tampa, what a playoff series with the Lightning might look like, his concerns about Auston Matthews, and his memories of the late Guy Lafleur (42:14). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/22/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 30 seconds
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Mock Playoff Matchups with Mike Kelly

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Mike Kelly, former coach and current analyst for the NHL Network and Sportlogiq! He starts off by discussing who the Leafs would best match up with in the Eastern Conference, the keys to the Rangers' turnaround this season, who's on the chopping block in Vegas, the Bruce Boudreau effect in Vancouver, and makes his case as to why the Flames are serious Cup contenders (00:06). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/20/202237 minutes, 43 seconds
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What's Wrong with the Lightning?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat  about the Leafs' 5-2 win over the Flyers, William Nylander's performance, Sheldon Keefe's line shuffling, whether we might see Nylander back with John Tavares in the postseason, and who the Leafs' second-best passer is (4:05). Next, they touch on how Jack Campbell has looked over his past five starts, and the likelihood of Toronto facing Boston in the playoffs (23:51). Afterwards, Joe Smith phones in to discuss the Lightning's struggles as of late, Andrei Vasilevskiy's play, what Brandon Hagel has brought to the club, Steven Stamkos' season thus far, and the play of the team's fourth line (44:09).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/20/20221 hour, 6 minutes
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How St. Louis Assembled a Stanley Cup Contender

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Andy Strickland, rinkside reporter in St. Louis, to help preview the state of the Blues as the postseason nears, the driving factors behind STL's 9-game win streak, and how the team is managing their goaltending tandem of Jordan Binnington and Ville Husso (00:29). To wrap up the show today, the fellas dive into why the Vegas Golden Knights still rub people the wrong way, which coaches around the NHL are in line for an extension, and head to the YouTube comments to answer your questions before taking you through the best bets of the night (12:08)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/19/202237 minutes, 36 seconds
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Inside the Flyers with Chris Therien

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam look ahead to Leafs-Flyers tonight, and discuss Auston Matthews not playing tonight, the Kerfoot-Engvall-Nylander line, and managing injuries ahead of playoff time (1:18). Afterwards, Chris Therien shares his thoughts on the state of the Flyers, who can they hang their hat on for the next few seasons, the team being sued by two former trainers, & his former NHL enforcer fighting event (20:53). Afterwards, Craig Simpson phones in to chat about prepping for the playoffs as a broadcaster, how teams manage getting players back to health while getting them games before the postseason, the importance of trying to get Rasmus Sandin and Ondřej Kaše back in action before the playoffs start, the Lightning's play as of late, and the Golden Knights' fading playoff hopes (42:25).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/19/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 20 seconds
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The Finishing Touches with Sheldon Keefe

Sheldon Keefe, Head Coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, joins Real Kyper & Bourne to help get us ready for the final stretch of the regular season! He weighs in on Jack Campbell's play, managing Auston Matthews' rest, when we could see T.J. Brodie and Mark Giordano together on the blue line, and shares his thoughts on the powerplay and what he's looking for from the 4th line (01:52). Finally, NHL Network analyst Brian Lawton stops by to chat about how teams are gearing up for the postseason, if the Leafs' high-powered offense will maintain it's success, and previews the playoff picture across both conferences the NHL (20:14). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/18/202239 minutes, 35 seconds
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Leafs Set a "Franchise Record"?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the weekend that was for the Leafs with the team earning wins against the Senators and Islanders, the play of William Nylander against New York, how Pierre Engvall has stepped up, the team setting a new record with 50 wins in a season, and the play of Matt Barzal (1:01). Next they touch on Auston Matthews getting the night off, the importance of resting as the postseason approaches, managing the blue line as playoffs start, and Jack Campbell's play on Sunday night (21:08). Afterwards, Gord Stellick shares his thoughts on the Leafs hitting 50 wins, how he'd manage the goaltending, the likelihood of Jake Muzzin returning for the playoffs, and the team's depth coming through (42:05).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/18/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 5 seconds
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Mike Bossy Memories with Bob Bourne

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Bob Bourne, Justin's father and former NHLer, to reflect on the life and legacy of Mike Bossy. He looks back on his fondest memories of Mike as a teammate and friend, and shares a bit more about what Mike was like off the ice (00:19). To wrap up the show, Nick, Justin & Sam carry on the conversation about Mike Bossy before sorting through the news & notes from around the NHL finding the best bets heading into the weekend (12:37). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/15/202237 minutes, 43 seconds
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Financial Advice with Chris Pronger

Kyper, Bourne, and Producer Sam recap the Leafs' 7-3 thrashing of the Capitals, and discuss how effective Pierre Engvall has looked over this past month, the confidence exuding from Ilya Lyubushkin, Jake Muzzin's latest injury, and Tom Wilson clipping Jack Campbell (3:02). Next, Doug MacLean phones in and chats about how the Lightning look as the season winds down, the possibility of a Tampa-Toronto matchup, the Leafs' ability to matchup physically this postseason, how the team's blue line is looking, and his thoughts on the Eugene Melnyk article from The Athletic (27:50). Afterwards, Chris Pronger stops by to talk about his recent Twitter threads on the financial side of the NHL, the reasoning for his tweets, and the importance of athletes finding purpose after retirement (44:56).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/15/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
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Deep Dive Into the West Playoff Races With Bob Stauffer

Kyper and Bourne are joined by Bob Stauffer host of Oilers Now on 630 CHED (1:05) to discuss who has made the biggest impact on Edmonton's roster, who would they face in the post-season, and the rest of the Western Conference wild-card races. Afterward, the guys are joined by producer Sam McKee to chat about the future of the Ottawa Senators' ownership, and Ryan Hartman's fine. 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.
4/14/202238 minutes, 5 seconds
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Sizing up Leafs-Caps w/ Karl Alzner

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about resting Auston Matthews ahead of the playoffs vs. the importance of hitting milestones, Justin Holl being scratched, and if Holl will be in the top-six come playoff time (1:13). Next Karl Alzner phones in, and chats about Matthews vs. Ovi, Ovechkin's dominance, and the Capitals' contending window (21:59). Afterwards, Keith Jones stops by to talk about his college experience, what it was like making the jump to the NHL in his day compared to now, the Calder Trophy race, Michael Bunting's case for the Calder, and Auston Matthews' Hart Trophy case (41:59). 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.
4/14/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Next Gen Highlight Reel with Anthony Stewart

Anthony Stewart crashes the studio on Real Kyper & Bourne! The fellas chat about financial literacy in the NHL following Chris Pronger's comments on Twitter, Auston Matthews' incredible pace, the influence of "The Michigan", the scuffle in last night's Minnesota-Edmonton game, and much more!Watch on YouTube.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.
4/13/202236 minutes, 58 seconds
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Auston's Pursuit of History with Brett Hull

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the Leafs' loss to the Sabres, the challenge of motivating the team in the final 10 days of the season, and we hear from Sheldon Keefe (1:32). Next, the guys touch on how the game fits into the grand scheme of things, how many starts Jack Campbell will need to be playoff ready, the question of resting players as the postseason approaches, and the powerplay going 0/5 in the last two games (17:40). Afterwards, Brett Hull stops by to talk about Auston Matthews and milestone chasing, the playoffs, his own career, and the difficulty opponents will have in shutting down Matthews and Marner (42:06). Watch on YouTube.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.
4/13/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
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Prospect Pulse with Sam Cosentino

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to look ahead to the NHL career of Sabres' prospect Owen Power, who's set to make his debut tonight, before sharing his thoughts on Matthew Knies' future and what to expect when the World Juniors resume this summer (00:52). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sam sort through the news & notes from around the NHL and help get you set for tonight's Leafs-Sabres tilt (25:54)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/12/202235 minutes, 40 seconds
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Playoff Prep with Jason York and Eddie O

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the season dragging on and the difficulty coaches may have in keeping players engaged, Sheldon Keefe's comments on resting players, whether Matthews should be sitting more as the season wraps, the Leafs' play against the Sabres, the potential for the game to be a chippy affair, and how the team's special teams look (2:48). Next, Jason York stops by to comment on why it won't be hard for Sheldon Keefe to keep his players engaged as the postseason approaches, why he believes the Lightning would be the preferred opponent for Toronto as opposed to the Bruins, the tough question of resting Auston Matthews, and why veterans don't like sitting (26:48). Afterward, Ed Olczyk shares his thoughts on Auston Matthews, if the Lightning or Bruins would be the better first-round playoff opponent for Toronto, managing rest ahead of the postseason, the Golden Knights' playoff push, the amount unproven goalies across the league heading into the postseason, and the futures of Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane in Chicago (42:32).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/12/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 16 seconds
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Tocchet's Tidbits: Scoring Through Traffic, Gordie Howe Hat-Tricks + More!

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined off the top by Rick Tocchet, current TNT analyst and the all-time "Gordie Howe Hat-Trick" leader, notching a goal, an assist & and fight all in one game! He chats about Auston Matthews' incredible stretch powered by the best release in hockey, the evolution of scoring through traffic in the NHL, shares who he believes will come out atop the Atlantic division before touching on the road trip experience in the final weeks of the season (00:29). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy discuss if Evgeni Malkin's crosscheck Sunday warrants a suspension and how Trevor Zegras is finding useful ways to incorporate "The Michigan", ahead of JB's best bet from the lone NHL game tonight (20:58).   Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/11/202238 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Milestones Keep Comin' for Matthews

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about Auston Matthews' crazy stretch, how Matthews and Marner are drawing the attentions of defences and opening up the ice (2:23). Next, they chat about Erik Källgren getting the start against the Sabres, injury concerns with Jack Campbell and Jake Muzzin, more Sheldon Keefe sound, and thoughts on Matthew Knies and whether he'll play in the NHL this season (20:19). Afterwards, Jim Ralph stops by to  discuss how confident is he in  Källgren after Jack’s injury troubles, whether Lyubushkin or Liljegren is the seventh man, Matthews' incredible play, how Mark Giordano has slowed the game in a positive way for Toronto, and the Matthews-Marner connection (44:15). The guys wrap with some Masters thoughts (1:03:10).Watch on YouTube.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. 
4/11/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 34 seconds
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Carey Price Check-in & the Surging Cole Caufield w/ Renaud Lavoie

TVA's Renaud Lavoie stops by to discuss the communication habits of GMs with insiders, when we might be able to expect to see Carey Price in net, what's changed for Cole Caufield over these past few months, Martin St. Louis' impact on the team and his future with the organization, Saturday night's matchup against the Leafs, and Brendan Gallagher's comments on Tim Stützle (0:50). To wrap, Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam take your comments and answer your questions (21:50)!Watch on YouTube.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.
4/8/202238 minutes, 45 seconds
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56 for #34

Kyper, Bourne, and Producer Sam discuss Auston Matthews' netting his 55th, and 56th goals of the season to break Rick Vaive' franchise record, and chat about the feeling when Matthews & Mitch Marner are on the ice, Sheldon Keefe's comments on Matthews' historic night, and the team's overall play in Dallas (3:00). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Ilya Lyubushkin's return to the lineup, and the guys chat about William Nylander being shifted around, and Jack Campbell's play (22:19). Afterwards, Doug MacLean shares his thoughts on Auston Matthews' impact in Toronto, his illustrious career so far, Nylander being moved around the lineup, expectations for Morgan Rielly, and the multitude of front office roles in the NHL (43:41).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/8/20221 hour, 5 minutes
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Stargazing in Dallas with Marty Turco & Garry Galley

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined off the top by Marty Turco, former goaltender and current Senior Advisor to the President in Dallas! He shares his expectations for this Stars team, his thoughts on Jason Robertson and Alexander Radulov's seasons, before weighing in on if goaltending is more mental or skills based (00:16). Next up, Garry Galley, former defenseman and current Sportsnet analyst on the call for tonight's Leafs-Stars game, joins the show! He discusses the Leafs' performance through this tough stretch of late, how they're viewed by the rest of the league, what makes the Dallas Stars dangerous and which matchup is most favourable for the Leafs in the first round (23:18). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/7/20221 hour, 27 seconds
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Setting up the Final Stretch with Colby Armstrong

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with some Masters talks and chat about why  hockey players love golf (0:21). Next, they look ahead to tonight's Leafs-Stars matchup, Jack Campbell being back in net, whether Kyle Dubas' decision to not add a goalie at the deadline will haunt the team, Ilya Lyubushkin drawing back into action, and other lineup changes (5:58). Then Colby Armstrong stops by to talk about what playoff teams should focus on over this last stretch, why this Leafs team feels different than previous iterations, if Jack Campbell can find his early form, whether or not Toronto's high scoring style is sustainable, before pivoting to the Penguins, how Tristan Jarry has fared in net, and the team's matchup vs. the Rangers (22:06).Watch on YouTube.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.  
4/7/202243 minutes, 15 seconds
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Demons, Playoff Success, and the Sabres' Turnaround with Brad May

Former NHLer Brad May phones in to talk about the Leafs' penchant for blowing 4-1 leads, the way in which Erik Kallgren exited the Panthers game, what it takes to be successful in the playoffs, and the Sabres' play as of late (0:28). To wrap, Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam talk more about Ilya Mikheyev and what his next contract might look like, and more on the Hart Trophy conversation (20:37).Watch on YouTube.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.  
4/6/202238 minutes, 32 seconds
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Can the Leafs Win in the Playoffs With an Offence-First Approach?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam sift through the Leafs' 7-6 OT loss to the Panthers, and touch on Mitch Marner's incredible short-handed goal, whether the Leafs and Panthers can succeed in the postseason with an offence-first approach, and if the Leafs' blue line is tough enough for the playoffs (1:21). Next, they chat about the team's demons, Radko Gudas, the play of Erik Källgren and the way in which the goaltender exited the game, and another bench minor for Toronto  (20:04). Afterwards, David Amber stops by to give his thoughts on the back-and-forth affair in Sunrise, Florida, whether the Leafs' blue line can hold it down in the playoffs, the goaltending situation, the improved play of William Nylander since being called out, and the Hart Trophy race (41:08).Watch on YouTube.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. 
4/6/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mitch Marner Appreciation Hour + Pangervision Returns!

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to discuss Mitch Marner's season not getting the recognition it deserves, the Leafs' defence becoming a strength, and which d-man becomes the odd one out with Jake Muzzin's impending return (00:43). Later on, the fellas share their thoughts on Jack Campbell's play since returning to the crease and hear what Head Coach Sheldon Keefe's had to say about his performance (08:43). To wrap today, TNT's Darren Pang stops by to look back on the Leafs' statement win in Tampa Bay, relives the "Pangervision" era with Gord, and offers a goalie's perspective on Andrei Vasilevskiy, before reflecting on Ryan Getzlaf's illustrious career and what's next for him (21:57). Watch on YouTube. 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.
4/5/202244 minutes, 12 seconds
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Matty’s Hatty Steals the Show in Tampa

Kyper, Gord Stellick and Producer Sam break down the Leafs' convincing 6-2 win over the Lightning, Auston Matthews' hat-trick to hit 54 goals and tie Rick Vaive for the most in franchise history, Matthews' play overall on the night, and how it looks like the team is growing up (1:32). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Toronto's recent stretch against top tier teams, and the guys touch on Jack Campbell's play against Tampa (20:56). Afterwards, Randy Moller joins to tee up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Panthers, the similarities between the two squads, the Panthers' mindset as the playoff approach, how Keith Yandle's former teammates feel about his ironman streak coming to an end, and how Florida wants to play in the postseason (30:18). To wrap, the guys touch on Ilya Mikheyev and Pierre Engvall playing heavier, the Leafs' forward depth, and Wayne Simmonds and Pat Maroon receiving 10-minute misconducts for chirping each other (44:47).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/5/202259 minutes, 1 second
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The Pressures of 50 with Dave Andreychuk

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Hall of Famer Dave Andreychuk to look back on the last month for the Tampa Bay Lightning compared to their Stanley Cup winning form, before discussing Steven Stamkos' resurgence this season, the pressure reaching a goal milestone can put on a team, and tonight's Leafs-Lighting matchup (00:06). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy weigh in on the stability Andrei Vasilevskiy provides in Tampa, Keith Yandle's "ironman streak" coming to an end, and the one-sided fight between Troy Terry and Jay Beagle last Friday (14:44). Watch on YouTube! 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.
4/4/202237 minutes, 55 seconds
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From Broad Street Blah to Charged Up in Tampa

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the Leafs' win over the Flyers, the team's lackluster play in the victory, Sheldon Keefe throwing the lines into the blender, how Jack Campbell looked in his return to action, and the team's goaltending situation beyond this season (2:14). Next, the guys touch on how important tonight's start against the Lightning is for Campbell, Wayne Simmonds' scrap with Zac MacEwan, how Nick Abruzzese looked in his limited minutes, some interesting Leafs' stats, and Auston Matthews' defensive play as of late (21:52). Afterwards, Craig Simpson weighs in on the Leafs (and other teams) playing down to their opponents, if Michael Bunting is in jeopardy of losing his spot on the top line, which defenceman could be on the outs with Jake Muzzin returning, the team's excellent play on the penalty kill, the team's two games in Florida, and Auston Matthews' pursuit of Rick Vaive 54 goals record (42:32).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/4/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 48 seconds
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Doug MacLean's Personal Favour + FAN Question Friday!

 Justin Bourne & Guest Host Brent Gunning are joined by former NHL executive Doug MacLean to weigh in on Auston Matthews' 50th goal, what steps he still needs to take to stack up against the NHL's all-time greats, William Nylander's 2-goal night, and how Mark Giordano's addition has stabilized the lineup (00:17). Next up, Dan Rosen, Senior Writer for NHL.com, stops by to reflect on Matthews' 50th and look ahead to Chris Kreider's push for 50, before teasing a potential Rangers-Penguins playoff series (24:19). To wrap up today's show, Brent, Justin & Sam go over their favourite players to watch and the legality of a hip-check, before heading to the text-line to answer your questions (34:43)! Watch on YouTube. 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.
4/1/20221 hour, 1 minute, 48 seconds
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50 Down, What's Next for Auston?

Brent Gunning is in for Kyper! Brent, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the perils of April Fools' Day (0:37). Next, the guys chat about Auston Matthews finally notching his 50th goal, the atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena, if Matthews can finally exhale or if he's eyeing Rick Vaive's record of 54, the different ways in which he's been getting it done, just how talented Matthews is, the Hart Trophy race, and how many goals he'll end up with (8:20). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Pierre Engvall and Ilya Mikheyev, and the guys talk about another short-handed goal for Mikheyev, where to slot William Nylander, and Keefe's comments on the fourth line (28:27).Watch on YouTube.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.
4/1/202241 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tensions Linger Ahead of Leafs-Jets Rubber Match

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer and current analyst Mike Rupp! He chats about how he identifies the analytics that matter, his expectations ahead to tonight's Leafs game, and how Pittsburgh has found their stride this season, before weighing in on Nathan MacKinnon's fight and other stars showing their physicality (01:11). To wrap up today's show, Nick, Justin & Sam weigh in on Bruce Cassidy's comments surrounding analytics in the NHL, before finding the value in tonight's Leafs-Jets betting lines (24:33). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/31/202239 minutes, 44 seconds
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Will Petr Mrázek Suit up for the Leafs Again?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about whether or not they think Petr Mrázek will suit up for the Leafs again, discuss Erik Källgren getting the start tonight against the Jets while Jack Campbell gets a little more rest, and we hear Sheldon Keefe's comments from morning skate  (1:27). Next, the guys touch on tonight's lineup changes, the makeup of the fourth line  and Ilya Mikheyev's value on the open market (14:36). Then Sean Reynolds phones in to discuss if there is any lingering animosity after last Leafs-Jets matchup, thoughts on tonight's battle, and why Toronto shouldn't buy into physical revenge (42:30).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/31/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 52 seconds
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Keys to Toronto's Statement Win with Shane O'Brien

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHL heavyweight and co-host of the Missin' Curfew podcast, Shane O'Brien, to chat about the Leafs' gritty win in Boston Tuesday night, why he believes the team could use some extra toughness up front, before shifting his attention out West to sort through the crowded playoff picture (00:06). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy sort the biggest news and notes from around the NHL including Nathan MacKinnon's injury, Alexis Lafrenière's apparent interview restrictions, and JB's best bet of the night (13:36). Watch on YouTube! 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.
3/30/202236 minutes, 15 seconds
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Leafs Pay the Price in Gritty Beantown Victory

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the Leafs' big win over the Bruins, Petr Mrázek's latest injury, the state of Toronto's goaltending as the playoffs approach, Erik Källgren stepping up in place of Mrázek, and the Leafs' depth showing up in the win (0:32). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on the physicality in the game, and the guys share their thoughts on Taylor Hall's punch on Ilya Lyubushkin, how similar the incident is to Dylan Larkin's punch on Mathieu Joseph (for which Larkin was suspended one game), how solid Mark Giordano has looked, his influence on Timothy Liljegren, Brad Marchand's cross-check on John Tavares and Tavares choosing not to engage, and Michael Bunting's less-than-stellar play as of late (18:50). Jim Ralph phones in to chat about Mrázek's injury and his bad luck this season, the Leafs' play in the win, the NHL's ruling on the Hall-Lyubushkin punch, Toronto's recent spate of injuries, and his early  impressions of Giordano.Watch on YouTube.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.
3/30/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 33 seconds
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Preparing for a Battle with the Bruins

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Jamal Mayers to weigh in on tonight's Leafs-Bruins game, the driving force Brad Marchand provides to Boston's roster, how Mark Giordano has adapted his style of play over the years, and which Leaf he believes should take on more minutes (00:58). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam recap today's GM meetings in Palm Springs, and sort through some news & notes including the ongoing refereeing debate, Nathan MacKinnon's injury, and the best bets of the night (16:02)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
3/29/202239 minutes, 19 seconds
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Remembering Melnyk and Looking Ahead with Wayne Scanlan

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam look ahead to tonight's Leafs-Bruins, whether it's William Nylander or John Tavares clogging up the second line (0:56). Next, we hear some Sheldon Keefe sound, and the guys discuss question marks with the fourth line (6:58). Afterwards, Andrew Raycroft tees up tonight's game, and chats about the Ullmark-Swayman combo in net, the elite D pairing of Lindholm and McAvoy, Patrice Bergeron's veteran impact, and favourable playoff matchups (21:18). Later, Wayne Scanlan phones in to share his thoughts on the late Eugene Melnyk, his impact on the Senators organization, what's to come next in Ottawa, the confidence in the young Sens, and who might take over the team (41:00).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/29/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 36 seconds
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Patrolling the Atlantic with JovoCop

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Ed Jovanovski to share his thoughts on last night's Panthers-Leafs clash, the physical style of play Florida embodies every game, and weighs in on Aaron Ekblad's high ankle sprain (00:06). To wrap up the show, Nick, Justin & Sam look ahead to a heavy stretch of games for the Maple Leafs and question when we may see Jack Campbell return to the crease and how the Leafs' lines might shape up come playoff time (18:40). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/28/202238 minutes, 27 seconds
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Marner and Mrázek Win Big on Oscars Night

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about Will Smith's eventful night at the Oscars, before touching on the fire evacuation at the Raptors-Pacers game on Saturday (0:28). The guys then give their takeaways from the Leafs' weekend, including Petr Mrázek's play against the Panthers, John Tavares' two goal performance against Florida, Mitch Marner's play, how Auston Matthews looked Sunday night, the non-call Saturday that led to Paul Byron's game-winning goal for the Habs, Sheldon Keefe's comments on William Nylander, and Ilya Mikheyev elevating his play (15:40).  Next, Gord Stellick gives his thoughts on Mikheyev, the Leafs' feistiness vs. the Panthers, how Mark Giordano has looked thus far, Mrázek's outing against the Panthers, and the fourth line's play as of late (45:10).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/28/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 1 second
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Ben Chiarot Checks in + FAN Question Friday!

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by the newest member of the Florida Panthers, Ben Chiarot! He chats about his excitement to join the team in Florida, looks back on "ragdolling" Auston Matthews the prior postseason, and discusses the value of advanced analytics and if the move to South Beach will transform him into a Lamborghini-man (00:31). To wrap up, Producer Sammy heads to YouTube to ask Nick & Justin questions from the chat, before reflecting on Canada's chance to qualify for the World Cup and sorting through this weekend's best wagers (13:28).   Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/25/202239 minutes, 32 seconds
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Auston's Pursuit of 50 with Rick Vaive

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about the Leafs and Bruins possibly meeting up in the playoffs (yet again), what's impressed them the most about Boston, Erik Källgren getting the start Saturday against Montreal and Petr Mrázek facing the Panthers Sunday (0:28). Next, Rick Vaive stops by to chat about his record for most goals in a season by a Maple Leaf, Auston Matthews' pursuit of it, Matthews cross-checking Rasmus Dahlin, the team's playoff chances, and his signature stick (20:02). Afterwards, Doug MacLean stops by with some Leafs-Bruins playoff thoughts, Max Domi the Hurricane, why he's sick of stashing players for later, unknown players making an impact, and the Dadonov situation (41:09).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/25/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Bounce-Back Mentality with Brian Boucher

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Brian Boucher, former NHL goalie & current ESPN analyst, to chat about Marc-André Fleury's trade to Minnesota, before breaking down Petr Mrazek's bounce back performance in Wednesday's win and sharing some his own experience bouncing back from hardships (00:46). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin and Sam brainstorm ways how the NHL can fix their LTIR salary cap problem and sort through the Leafs' ideal first round playoff matchups (15:25). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/24/202237 minutes
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Time to Reshape the Leafs' Second Line?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about how the Leafs' Next Gen jerseys looked last night in their matchup against the Devils game, the tripping call against Mark Giordano that was reversed, and how the defenceman looked in his blue & white debut (2:18). Next, they touch on Petr Mrazek's outing, Pierre Engvall's short-handed game winner, and the second line's struggles (17:26). Then they discuss the Leafs' dangerous penalty kill, how Colin Blackwell looked on the fourth line, and Jason Spezza being 10 points away from 1000 (30:41). Afterwards, Aaron Ward touches on what Giordano brings to Toronto's locker room, his ability to close space in the defensive zone, whether the Leafs have a depth line that can be successful in the playoffs, the Leafs' defence corps and pairings, whether the Ducks should've kept Hampus Lindholm, and his thoughts on the Western Conference  (41:18).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/24/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 7 seconds
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Leafs Set to Dance with the Devils

Real Kyper & Bourne react to the latest development in Evgenii Dadonov's trade to Anaheim before voice of the New Jersey Devils Ken Daneyko joins! He looks ahead to tonight's matchup in Toronto, highlight's Nico Daws' strong play of late, before discussing Jack Hughes' integral role in the lineup and his recently signed contract (02:47). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam take a step back and ask if the NHL should redefine their awards, before discussing Roman Josi's Calder case and JB's best betting lines from tonight's Leafs game (17:54). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/23/202238 minutes, 3 seconds
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Next Gen Gio

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about the Dadonov trade situation and who's at fault, before pivoting to a discussion about the Leafs' Next Gen jerseys and Justin Bieber being an ambassador for the Buds (2:30). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Petr Mrazek getting the start against the Devils, before the guys touch on why clearing waivers is so demoralizing, and a possible Leafs-Bruins first-round matchup (20:10). Later, Eric Francis stops by to discuss the Leafs' first round playoff opponent, Mark Giordano thoughts, Johnny Gaudreau's stellar season, and ideal playoff matchups for the Flames (43:30).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/23/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 30 seconds
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Evaluating Toronto's Defensive Boost with Mike Kelly

Real Kyper & Bounre are joined by Mike Kelly to look back on yesterday's trade deadline and shares his thoughts on Minnesota's moves to improve, Toronto acquiring Mark Giordano and Colin Blackwell, and if Boston payed a fair price for Hampus Lindholm (00:07). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam break down what led up to Kyle Dubas and Kyle Davidson's dispute, identify who classifies as an elite goalie in the NHL, and sort thought some of tonight's best bets (16:03)! Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/22/202235 minutes, 33 seconds
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Gio's Blue Line Role + Chris Gear on the Dadonov Trade Mess

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam touch on the Evgenii Dadonov Golden Knights-Ducks trade mess, and how the deal is stuck in limbo (0:30). Next, the guys chat about Mark Giordano being paired with Timothy Liljegren, why the fit makes sense, and which goaltender should get the start against New Jersey (14:47).  Then we hear some Giordano audio, and the guys discuss what it's like to play for your hometown, and the winners and losers of the deadline (27:28). Afterwards, Chris Gear goes in-depth on the Dadonov situation, what exactly is holding up the trade, how the league allows teams to handle no-trade lists, what happens if the deal is nullified, and the pandemic's impact on the salary cap (43:18).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/22/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 18 seconds
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Kyle Dubas' Post Trade Deadline Check-In

Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Kyle Dubas joins Real Kyper & Bourne on the heels of the trade deadline! He shares his thoughts on the team's latest roster acquisitions, Mark Giordano's role on the blue line, his confidence in his current goaltenders, what's next for Matthews Knies, Colin Blackwell's fit and what the future holds for Nick Robertson (01:59). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/21/202224 minutes, 57 seconds
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Time's Up: Where the Leafs Stand After the Deadline

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about Harri Säteri being claimed off of waivers by the Coyotes, the moves the Leafs have made, before we hear from Kyle Dubas at his media availability (1:30). Next, the fellas chat about some of Dubas' comments, whether or not the Leafs should have gone in on a goalie, what to expect from Mark Giordano, the defensive pairings, thoughts on Ondřej Kaše's injury, Travis Dermott's departure, and Claude Giroux heading to the Panthers (12:06). Next, PJ Stock joins the guys to comment on the job Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have done so far in Montreal, the team's decision to trade Artturi Lehkonen to the Avalanche, the Leafs' acquisition of Mark Giordano, whether now is the time for GMs to reward their teams, and what it takes to be built for playoff success (56:50).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/21/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 41 seconds
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Trade Deadline Dynamics with Rick Tocchet

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT analyst Rick Tocchet to help break down the dynamics of adding a new player mid-season, highlights the importance of a new additions' character along with their skills, and weighs in on the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation and which team is on the hot-seat to get a deal done (01:27). Afterwards, media analyst Adam Seaborn weighs in on how Canadian networks cover the NHL Trade Deadline and how that coverage has evolved with new technologies (21:02). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/18/202239 minutes, 27 seconds
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A Knies Addition for the Leafs

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the Lightning's acquisition of Brandon Hagel from Chicago, the likelihood of the Panthers adding Claude Giroux, where Andrew Copp might end up, and whether the Leafs adding Marc-Andre is a possibility (0:30). Next, they discuss Toronto's win over the Hurricanes, Erik Källgren's outing, the play of the team without Auston Matthews, Michael Bunting's performance against Carolina, whether Matthew Knies can make a big impact with the team, and Toronto's penchant for taking bench minors (12:40). Afterwards, Doug MacLean phones in to talk about what's next for Dubas at the deadline, the Hagel deal, Matthew Knies, Källgren's style of play, John Tavares needing support on the second line, and the team's too many men penalty against the Canes (42:55).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/18/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 19 seconds
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What Would Swing a Leafs-Panthers Playoff Series?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start by discussing how Coyotes' defenceman Jakob Chychrun would fit with the Maple Leafs, before Florida Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay joins! They chat about Florida's acquisition of Ben Chiarot, Joe Thornton's leadership, how the Leafs would matchup with the Panthers in a playoff series and if Mason Marchment will ever come back down to earth (04:23). To wrap up today, Kyper, Bourne and Sammy McKee anticipate when we could see Jack Campbell return to the crease and where Hampus Lindholm may end up as the trade deadline approaches (17:41). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/17/202237 minutes, 56 seconds
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Freddy Andersen Returns to the Toronto Faithful

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam discuss Frederik Andersen's comments about enjoying the 'first few' years of his time in Toronto, Sheldon Keefe's comments about tonight's matchup with Carolina being a measuring stick game, and if Kyle Dubas will add goaltending insurance at the deadline (4:42). Next, Mike Futa chats about the state of Canes, where the team is at as the deadline rapidly approaches, the importance of rewarding good teams with trades when necessary, what Mark Giordano could bring to a new club, and what it takes to make a team harder to play against (17:21) Then the guys give their thoughts on the Ben Chiarot trade. Afterwards, Gord Stellick shares his thoughts on the Leafs not having made a move yet, the Chiarot trade, and whether Kyle Dubas has done enough (44:40)Watch on YouTube.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.
3/17/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 34 seconds
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Shopping for Trade Deadline Deals with Jason Bukala

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Jason Bukala as we near the NHL Trade Deadline to preview the best available names left on the board, what areas the Leafs will be looking to bolster, and shares his thoughts on today's deals (00:26). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam discuss Toronto's probable first round matchup, the impact Darryl Suter has made in Calgary, and reflect on Alex Ovechkin surpassing Jaromír Jágr on the NHL's all-time scoring list (15:01). Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/16/202235 minutes, 35 seconds
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Petr Mrazek’s Curtain Kall with Mike McKenna

Kyper, Bourne, and Producer Sam chat about how steady Erik Källgren looked in his first career NHL start, the netminder's orthodox style of play, if Toronto should've given Petr Mrazek the start against the Stars, and whether it's time for the team to move the goaltender  (4:56). Next, they touch on John Tavares' performance on the top line, whether or not Auston Matthews’ suspension was a blessing in disguise, the addition of Kyle Clifford to the fourth line, the Morgan Rielly-Ilya Lyubushkin pairing, the latest on Jake Muzzin, and if it's too quiet ahead of trade deadline day (20:33). To wrap,  Daily Faceoff's Mike McKenna comments on the Mrazek overpay, if he can rediscover his game, the netminder's lack of experience with a goaltending coach, is Jack Campbell struggles with competition, and how much equipment goalies go through each season (44:17).Watch on YouTube.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. 
3/16/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 52 seconds
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Maple Leafs Blue Line Breakdown with Garry Galley

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Gary Galley to discuss the Leafs' defencemen, including Ilya Lyubushkin's play since joining the team, how Timothy Liljegren has faired alongside Morgan Rielly, and touches on the importance of developing consistency on the blue line (00:28). Next up, Sportsnet's Luke Fox weighs in on Erik Källgren's start, Jake Muzzin's recovery process, and Nick Robertson's promotion to the 2nd line (23:37). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam discuss if Sheldon Keefe has become the anti-Babcock, potential landing spots for Claude Giroux and Thomas Hertl, and sort through tonight's Leafs betting lines (35:19). 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 affiliates.
3/15/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
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A Wake-Up Källgren

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam discuss Leafs netminder Erik Källgren making his first career start tonight as Toronto takes on the Stars, Petr Mrazek's future with the team and whether he could be moved at the deadline, the importance of the Leafs going all out to protect their rookie goaltender, and John Tavares getting bumped up to the top line with Mitch Marner and Michael Bunting (1:24). Then Frank Seravalli stops by to look ahead to the trade deadline, defencemen that could be linked to Toronto, the lack of difference-making goaltenders available, the direction the Canucks could take, top-six forwards that could be moved, the Panthers' interest in Claude Giroux, forwards that could help Toronto, and a Red Wings player that might be on the market (21:25).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/15/202241 minutes, 35 seconds
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Grading Kyle Dubas' Trade History with Joshua Kloke

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke to chat about his recent article evaluating GM Kyle Dubas' trade history, and looks ahead to the 2022 Trade Deadline to project some potential deals for the Maple Leafs (00:16). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sam continue to reflect on Dubas' past trades, before chatting about Toronto's options at goaltender and sorting through their best bets of the night (12:32)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
3/14/202237 minutes, 51 seconds
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Two Games For Auston, Two Points Missed in Hamilton

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam discuss the Leafs' loss to the Sabres in Hamilton, Auston Matthews' cross-check to Rasmus Dahlin's head and subsequent two-game suspension, superstars across the league starting to show frustration, and Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments about the environment (0:50). Next, the guys touch on Toronto's defensive lapses, Keefe's decision to keep Auston Matthews out late in the game, and Kyle Dubas' comments on Michael Bunting (16:23). Later, the guys reflect on Petr Mrazek's outing, and if it changed their opinion on what the team  needs to do at the deadline (31:17). To finish, Craig Simpson chats about the outdoor game experience, Matthews' cross-check, the Leafs' goaltending, what he would do to help clean up the team's play, and what his deadline focus would be if he was Kyle Dubas (44:09).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/14/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 11 seconds
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Did Buffalo Give Jack Eichel Too Much, Too Soon?

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Andrew Peters, former NHLer and co-host of the "After the Whistle" podcast, who looks back on Jack Eichel's return to Buffalo Thursday night, and joins in harmony with the legion of passionate Buffalo fans, to completely condemn Eichel's postgame comments (00:42). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam question if Buffalo gave Eichel too much, too soon, before reacting to Gabriel Landeskog slamming the officiating after yesterday's loss to Carolina (16:22). 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.
3/11/202235 minutes, 47 seconds
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Putting Out Leafs’ Fires With Doug MacLean

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam break down the Leafs' loss to the Coyotes, Petr Mrazek's tough outing, Mrazek's post-game comments, and Sheldon Keefe's comments following the loss (1:42). They chat about the team's goaltending situation overall, and the likelihood of the team adding a netminder (15:32). Later, they touch on the missed called in overtime from the Leafs-Coyotes matchup, and Keefe's line shuffling (24:06). Afterwards, Doug MacLean phones in to chat about Toronto's goaltending options, whether the team needs to shake up the top-six, and how to kickstart John Tavares (45:15).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/11/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 24 seconds
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A Brief Look at Jack Campbell's Injury

It's a short edition of Real Kyper & Bourne due to the MLB lockout coming to an end! The guys give their thoughts on the news that Jack Campbell will miss at least two weeks with a rib injury, the Leafs' upcoming schedule, and why this could be beneficial for Petr Mrazek, Campbell, and 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 affiliate.
3/10/202219 minutes, 11 seconds
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Parsing the Penguins with Colby Armstrong

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Colby Armstrong to discuss how the Pittsburgh Penguins are thriving amid the NHL's rise of goal scoring, Tristan Jarry's bounce-back season, and what pieces the Leafs' are missing for a playoff run (00:44). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam weigh Luke Schenn's value in the current NHL marketplace, before discussing Phil Kessel's "ironman" streak and JB's best bets from tonight's NHL action (20:06). 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.
3/9/202236 minutes, 44 seconds
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Has the League Shifted in the Leafs’ Favour?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about Sheldon Keefe’s post-game comments after Tuesday's win over the Kraken, Auston Matthews' goal scoring stretch and whether it's sustainable, if the league shifted to the Leafs fast paced, high scoring style, when to expect Jake Muzzin’s return, goalie options, and Keefe's comments on Wayne Simmonds milestone game (6:24). Later, Kelly Hrudey phones in to talk about Auston Matthews' tear,  Petr Mrazek's goaltending style, how it compares with Jack Campbell's, managing the highs and lows as a goaltender (43:49).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.
3/9/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Kraken Make Their First Visit to Toronto

Kyper and Bourne are joined by NHL analyst Alison Lukan to chat about the Seattle Kraken's inaugural season, Jared McCann's contract extension, how the team will approach the trade deadline, and what Dave Hakstol has brought to the team as their first head coach (01:20). Then, NHL on TNT's and Kraken TV play-by-play voice John Forslund stops by to share his thoughts on why GM Ron Francis brought Hakstol behind Seattle's bench, the pressure on the newest expansion team, and the Calgary Flames leading the Pacific Division, and what he makes of the Leafs' goaltending (20:31). To wrap up, Justin & Nick sort through their "Leafs Locks" ahead of tonight's matchup against Seattle (56:00).  Watch on YouTube. 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.
3/8/20221 hour, 1 minute, 5 seconds
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Is It Time to Break up the Leafs’ Top Line?

Kyper and Bourne discuss the Maple Leafs' victory over the Blue Jackets on Monday night, the team scoring its way out of mistakes, and Toronto's defensive lapses in the second period (2:08). Next, the guys chat about whether it's time to break up the Leafs' top line to spread the wealth, how Auston Matthews would fit with other linemates, Petr Mrazek's performance against Columbus, John Tavares' play as of late, and how the fourth line looked Monday night (12:54).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/8/202242 minutes, 13 seconds
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Jarmo Kekalainen Addresses Patrik Laine Trade Rumours

Kyper and Bourne open the discussion on the market for defenceman around the league, Anaheim Ducks' Rickard Rakell's controversial game winning goal against the San Jose Sharks, and goaltenders knocking off the net during games. Afterwards, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen joins the guys to discuss Rick Nash's jersey retirement, if his team's expectations heading into the season have changed, if there's areas to improve his team ahead of the trade deadline and Patrik Laine and Max Domi's future with the hockey club (13:50). Watch on YouTube: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.
3/7/202237 minutes, 45 seconds
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Dubas Doubling Down on His Goaltending?

Kyper and Bourne discuss the Maple Leafs' loss to the Canucks on Saturday night, how the team can play better defence in front of their goaltenders, why they don't see Toronto adding a new goalie ahead of the trade deadline and the need to have a member of the roster holding each other accountable. Then, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph stops by to chat about the competition of ice time in net, Jack Campbell's continuing struggles, Kyle Dubas doubling down on the core group and Nick Robertson's performance alongside John Tavares and William Nylander (41:35). Watch on YouTube.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.
3/7/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 33 seconds
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Trade Rumours with Bruce Boudreau + Tim Peel's POV on Cooper's Ejection

Kyper and Bourne tee up the weekend's Leafs-Canucks game, and chat with Vancouver Head Coach Bruce Boudreau on his performance since being hired, the trade rumours surrounding the team, and what to expect squaring off against the Leafs (07:10). Former NHL referee Tim Peel gets into Jon Cooper's comments on getting ejected, what refs face on the ice from both players and coaches, and his tweet about Mark Scheifele (25:07). To wrap up, the guys take questions from YouTube and the text-line, including what Nick Robertson might be worth in trade talks and more (41:26)! Watch on YouTube! 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.
3/4/202257 minutes, 50 seconds
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Rick Nash's Ohio Legacy w/ Doug MacLean + Nick Robertson's Promotion

Kyper and Bourne kick things off by discussing Nick Robertson playing on the second line with John Tavares and William Nylander in practice, and whether or not he's being put in a position to succeed by the front office for trade purposes (2:48). They also break down the comments by Lightning head coach Jon Cooper on getting ejected vs. the Penguins (15:39), and bring on Doug MacLean to get his take on confrontations with referees (26:37). Doug also discusses his time in Columbus ahead of Rick Nash's jersey retirement on Saturday night, and what Nash meant to young hockey fans in Ohio (33:46).Watch on YouTube.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. 
3/4/202245 minutes, 53 seconds
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Does Kyle Dubas Need to Make a Change at the Deadline?

Kyper and Bourne bring on Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick (0:27) to discuss the loss to the Sabres that had the remaining fans booing the team off the ice, and whether or not major changes are needed for the Leafs. The trio also discuss the play of Petr Mrazek, which goals were and were not his fault, the offensive production vs. the defensive performance in the loss, and who gets the start in net on Saturday vs. the Canucks. Later, Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada announcer Chris Cuthbert (25:04) stops by to discuss how he tries to bring energy to games that have none on the ice, keeping up with high scoring affairs like Detroit-Toronto, what it was like to finally have fans back in the building, and makes some historical player comparisons with Auston Matthews. To wrap up, they discuss the marquee matchup between the Lightning and Penguins, and the changes seen in the Oilers since Jay Woodcroft.Watch on YouTube 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.
3/3/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 33 seconds
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Sizing up the Hart Trophy Race with E.J. Hradek

Kyper and Bourne discuss the lack of effort from the Leafs in the blowout loss to the Sabres down at Scotiabank Arena, and compare Sheldon Keefe's comments from Wednesday night to ones he's made after tough losses in the past (0:30). Later, NHL Network's E.J. Hradek stops by to break down the physicality (or lack thereof) from the Leafs, takes a look at some of the potential opponents for them in the first round, and the various names in the Hart Trophy conversation (23:49).Watch on YouTubeThe 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.
3/3/202239 minutes, 41 seconds
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It's a Fact: Teams Get Up to Play the Leafs

Real Kyper and Bourne chat with Aaron Ward, former NHLer and three-time Stanley Cup champion, on his weekend at an alumni dinner, and recounts some stories with former teammates. He also breaks down the mental place of a locker room like the Leafs, and how they have to bring it every night in a different way than other markets might have to (0:28). Afterwards, they chat with Adam Oates and how he helps players at all levels fix their game, up their physicality, and avoiding the big hit (25:33). To wrap, Producer Sam joins Kyper and Bourne to discuss some potential rule changes, and how the world of hockey (and the Leafs) might react.Watch on YouTube.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.
3/2/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 2 seconds
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Getting Physical with Brad May

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a discussion about Lightning forward Anthony Cirelli's tilt with Senators forward Alex Formenton, Jon Cooper's post-game comments on the importance of having that physicality, ​and whether the Leafs need to add some grit for the postseason. Next, the guys tee up Wednesday's Toronto-Buffalo matchup, and Petr Mrazek getting the start in net. Later, Brad May joins the show to chat about Rasmus Dahlin's play, the ripple effects of the Jack Eichel trade, how Alex Tuch has looked in Buffalo, what he makes of the Leafs and their lack of physicality, and how Toronto's postseason setbacks can be a motivator (23:34).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.
3/2/202241 minutes, 58 seconds
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Valuing Analytics with Brian Lawton + JB's Best Bets

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by NHL Network analyst Brian Lawton to chat about the unproven goalies across contending teams in the NHL, who should be looking to go all-in, and weighs the value of analytics in the modern NHL (00:15). To wrap up today, the fellas discuss Luke Fox's latest article on Amazon's predictive faceoff technology, CCM dropping Alex Ovechkin, and sort through Justin's best bets of the day (16:53). Watch on YouTube! 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.
3/1/202237 minutes, 36 seconds
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Goaltending Advice with Cujo

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam discuss the Leafs' win over the Capitals Monday night, Toronto starting to play more playoff-style hockey, John Tavares staying involved despite his goal-scoring drought, if there are concerns with the Leafs' physicality, whether Morgan Rielly needs to be this involved in the powerplay, and if it's better to have a clear number one goalie than a 1A-1B situation (2:30). Later, Curtis Joseph stops by to chat about the adversity Jack Campbell has faced as of late, his advice to the netminder, Petr Mrazek's frenetic style, the Leafs' wild 10-7 win over Detroit, how to move on a from a tough period or game, why there appears to be fewer clear-cut number one goaltenders now, if fans can truly blame netminders for tipped goals, what he thinks of modern equipment, and his relationship with former referee Mick McGeough (43:13).Watch on YouTube.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.
3/1/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 7 seconds
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State of the Capitals with Alan May

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Capitals analyst for NBC and former teammate of Nick Kypreos, Alan May! He shares his state of the team ahead of tonight's matchup against the Leafs, outlines the areas where the Capitals are most in need of some assistance, and spotlights Michael Bunting's gritty style of play (01:08). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam react to the IIHF's recent sanctions against Russia & Belarus, look back on some takes that aged poorly, & more (20:18)! Watch on YouTube. 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.
2/28/202237 minutes, 49 seconds
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Do the Leafs Need to Look For a Goalie?

Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the Leafs' 10-7 win against the Red Wings, how the game changed the narrative around the team, Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments, the goaltending performances in the barnburner, whether Toronto needs to look for a netminder, and whether they should break up the top line (1:15). Next, Craig Simpson stops by for more Leafs-Red Wings reaction, possible outside options for goalies, impressions from the Nick Robertson showcase, what to make of the Rielly-Liljegren combo, and making the most of Jake Muzzin's LTIR stint (38:15).Watch on YouTube.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.
2/28/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 35 seconds
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J.T. Miller's Fit in Toronto and More Trade Deadline Chatter

Kyper & Bourne joined by Doug MacLean to get his perspective on Alex Ovechkin's situation and similar things he had to deal with as an executive, then gives his thoughts on where the Maple Leafs are at (00:18). Elliotte Friedman jumps on to talk about the upcoming NHL trade deadline, what factors may impede movement, and all the latest rumours including the potential connection between the Maple Leafs and J.T. Miller (25:43). Then the guys take some listener 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 affiliate. 
2/25/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 19 seconds
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Is Auston Matthews Now the Favourite for MVP?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne discuss Alex Ovechkin's comments about Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how it impacts his standing inside the hockey world. The guys dissect the Maple Leafs 3-1 win over the Wild, proving they can win a playoff style low-scoring game, the goaltending situation in Toronto, the brilliance of Auston Matthews and his connection with Mitch Marner.  Gord Stellick joins the show to give his thoughts on Matthews and where he ranks among the all-time Maple Leafs greats, the upcoming NHL trade deadline and what Toronto may look to add (25:59).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.
2/25/202240 minutes, 58 seconds
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Golden Memories of Salt Lake City with Chris Pronger

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHL & Team Canada defenceman Chris Pronger to share his memories of Canada's gold medal in Salt Lake City, the pressure that was put onto that team to succeed, compares his experience to the 2010 Games in Vancouver, and weighs in on Martin St. Louis' new role in Montreal (00:28). Next up, Leafs' radio colour analyst Jim Ralph stops by to chat about how Toronto is covering up their defensive shortcomings, ways to kickstart John Tavares and the second line, and shares his thoughts on the intersection of sport and politics (25:04). To wrap up, the guys consider forward options that would fit best with the Leafs, take a moment to discuss the support for Rodion Amirov, and discuss Michael Bunting's reputation around the NHL (41:45). 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.
2/24/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 48 seconds
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Can Jack Campbell Regain His Form?

Kyper, Bourne and producer Sam chat about Russia-Ukraine ramifications for the hockey world, and what to expect ahead of Alex Ovechkin’s game at Madison Square Garden Thursday night (0:39). Next, the guys discuss whether Jack Campbell is still the Leafs' number one goalie as Petr Mrázek gets the start Thursday against the Wild, and Ondřej Kaše getting promoted to the second line (7:54). Then Jason York stops by and talks why believes adversity is good for Toronto before playoff time, what the Leafs should look at adding, the Flames relying on strong goaltending, and trade deadline targets around the NHL (19:43).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.
2/24/202240 minutes, 3 seconds
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Goaltending Central with Mike McKenna & Darren Pang

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former goaltender and current Daily Faceoff analyst Mike McKenna to share his thoughts on hockey's offensive shift, what's causing Jack Campbell's sub-par stretch of late, and weighs in on the best goaltending tandems in the league and which teams are most in need of a new tender (00:21). To wrap up, former goalie & current TNT analyst Darren Pang discusses the amount of unproven goaltending talent on contending teams around the league, and highlights some of his standouts in goal from the Western Conference (19:40). 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.
2/23/202242 minutes, 28 seconds
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Can the Leafs Recalibrate the Way They Play? + Bill Guerin

Kyper, Bourne and producer Sam open with a discussion about the Leafs' overtime loss to the Blue Jackets Tuesday night, Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments, how newcomer Ilya Lyubushkin looked in his blue & white debut, Jason Spezza's strong outing, and Kyle Dubas' commitment to his core (0:21). Next, they touch on Jack Campbell's performance in Columbus, whether they still trust the Leafs' goaltending, and John Tavares' frustration (26:09). Afterwards, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin stops by to discuss his team's season thus far, the Wild's dangerous offence, his vision when building this roster, Marcus Foligno's effectiveness, his deadline mindset, and the play of his goaltenders (42:17). 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.
2/23/20221 hour, 1 minute, 33 seconds
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Can The Leafs Make Use of LTIR Cap Space?

Real Kyper & Bourne bring on Frank Seravalli to discuss the trade deadline being approximately a month away, what moves the Leafs should be making if Jake Muzzin is unavailable for a lengthy period of time, and if this is akin to the Lightning burying Nikita Kucherov on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) only to bring him back out fully healthy for the playoffs (0:12). Afterwards, a conversation on the identity of the team when they trail in games, and how to fix the odd-man rush problem.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.
2/22/202237 minutes, 25 seconds
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Muzzin's Blue Line Absence Will Be Felt

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne recap the loss to the Habs, Jake Muzzin's injury, LTIR options and discuss adding a new defenceman. Former NHL player & special assistant to the General Manager in Columbus Rick Nash shares his thoughts on his new role with the Blue Jackets, Laine's up-and-down season, and looks ahead to his jersey retirement (21:18). Then, PJ Stock on last night's Leafs-Canadiens game, any potential deals on the horizon between the Leafs & Habs, and shares a thought on Nick Suzuki's physicality (42:38).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.
2/22/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 58 seconds
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What Should the Leafs Expect From Martin St. Louis' Habs?

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox live from Montreal to tee up tonight's Leafs game against the Canadiens and why he believes a statement win is on the horizon, before sharing his takeaways from the Ritchie-Lyubushkin deal (00:16). Nick, Justin & Sam wrap up today by sorting through Auston Matthews' comments about his collision with the crossbar, weigh in on Martin St. Louis' impact on Cole Caufield since joining the Habs, and debate if the role of a true defensive defenceman is still valuable in the NHL (11:25). 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.
2/21/202237 minutes, 13 seconds
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The Lowdown on Lyubushkin with Coyotes' GM Bill Armstrong

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne look back on the Leafs' trade this past weekend that sent Nick Ritchie to Arizona in exchange for Ilya Lyubushkin and Ryan Dzingel and discuss if there are still moves to come for Kyle Dubas & Co. (02:34). Then, the fellas recap Toronto's 6-3 loss to St. Louis Saturday night and sort through what went wrong for Timothy Liljegren and John Tavares (24:24). Afterwards, General Manager of the Arizona Coyotes, Bill Armstrong joins the conversation to share the 411 on newest Leaf Ilya Lyubushkin, why he is embracing the Coyotes' temporary home at Arizona State University, and his thoughts on keeping players motivated amidst a rebuild (41:41). 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.
2/21/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 40 seconds
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Blues Bonanza with Brett Hull & Craig Berube

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by friend of the show Doug MacLean to discuss Morgan Rielly's ceiling with the Leafs, the dominant combination of Auston Matthews & Mitch Marner, Martin St. Louis' coaching debut, and how a blockbuster Montreal-Tampa trade nearly came to be (01:14). Next up, NHL Hall of Famer Brett Hull stops by to share his goal-scoring philosophy and shares his thoughts on the evolution of scoring in the league and why he refrained from "hotdogging" on the ice (30:20). Finally, Head Coach of the St. Louis Blues, Craig "Chief" Berube discusses the state of his hockey team after the All-Star break, what to expect heading towards the trade deadline, and highlights the key additions that have elevated his team's play this season (46:45). 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.
2/18/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 29 seconds
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Michael Bunting Reflects on Playing for his Hometown Leafs

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne and joined by Maple Leafs' rookie Michael Bunting! He reflects on playing alongside Mitch Marner & Auston Matthews, what it means to him to be playing in his hometown, his position on the rookie scoring leaderboard, his knack of getting into the dirty areas on the ice & the positive energy Jack Campbell brings to the locker room (07:17). 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.
2/18/202240 minutes, 27 seconds
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Preparing for Pittsburgh with Gord Stellick & Max Talbot

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick to share his thoughts on Sidney Crosby 500th goal, what to expect from Toronto after a long break between games, his level of concern surrounding Jake Muzzin's season, and how Sheldon Keefe has evolved as a head coach (00:19). The fellas then chat with Max Talbot, Stanley Cup champion and current Assistant coach for the San Diego Gulls, about Sidney Crosby's milestone goal, his impact as a motivator for young players, what made the combination of Crosby & Malkin so successful, and reflects on Martin St. Louis' new role in Montreal (27:33). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam weigh in on Sheldon Keefe's comments on Travis Dermott and what's next for Nick Robertson amid trade speculation, before Kyper reacts to Mats Sundin's comments about him on The FAN Morning Show today (42:22). 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.
2/17/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 8 seconds
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Brian Burke: I'm Not Afraid of Tough Decisions

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne recap Team Canada reclaiming women's hockey glory with a dominant win over the United States, tee-up tonight's Leafs game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and look back on Adam Brooks'  waiver carousel (00:45). President of Hockey Operations in Pittsburgh Brian Burke stops by to weighs in on Sidney Crosby's work ethic on the heels of his 500th career goal, goaltender Tristan Jarry's season so far, and what to expect from the Penguins as we approach the trade deadline (19:51). 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.
2/17/202239 minutes, 32 seconds
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Crunching the Numbers Ahead of Jack Eichel's Debut

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Bob Stauffer, Oilers' radio colour commentator and host of "Oilers Now", to share his thoughts on the coaching changeover in Edmonton, what changes he expects to see in their playstyle, Evander Kane's productive start with the team and his philosophy building around Connor McDavid (00:29). Then, The Athletic's Jesse Granger stops by to share the hype building in Sin City as Jack Eichel is set to make his debut for the Golden Knights, breaks down how Mark Stone's injury allowed for Eichel to join the club, and if we will ever see Marc-Andre Fleury in a Vegas jersey again (18:15). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam weigh in on Brad Marchand's suspension appeal, if NHL teams should sell tickets to practices, and tonight's upcoming Canada-USA matchup in Olympic women's hockey (27:24). 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.
2/16/202236 minutes, 51 seconds
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Beijing 2022: Another Lost Olympic Men's Tournament

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open by discussing Canada and the United States' short run in Olympic men's hockey after both teams were eliminated before the quarterfinals, and take a step back to look at how the 2022 Olympic tournament will be remembered (00:03). Next up, TNT analyst Rick Tocchet stops by to discuss Arizona's arena situation, his experience with back surgery ahead of Jack Eichel's anticipated return, Mitch Marner's appreciation in Toronto, and reflects on Sidney Crosby's 500th goal (16:15). After the break, Olympic hockey analyst Glenn Healy shares what drew him to want to cover this Canadian team, and reflects on how both Canada & the United States were eliminated and which player peaked his interest during this tournament (40:42). 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.
2/16/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 32 seconds
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Inside Scoop on the Habs with Renaud Lavoie

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie to sort through the Canadiens' return in trade that sent Tyler Toffoli to the Flames, what moves may still be on the horizon, and why Head Coach Martin St. Louis is only in an interim role (00:30). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam discuss using LTIR to circumvent salary cap space, look ahead to the Leafs' remaining schedule, and identify the best lines in the NHL (19:17). 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.
2/15/202237 minutes, 59 seconds
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Is Mitch Marner Underappreciated in Toronto?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today's show by looking back on Toronto's beatdown of the Seattle Kraken, before weighing in on if Mitch Marner is under appreciated in this market and how to utilize Jake Muzzin if his physicality is not emphasized (00:42). Up next, former NHLer Aaron Ward stops by to discuss the Leafs' team identity and why he wouldn't alter too much within, Marner's value in Toronto, and how the Golden Knights' balanced the books for Jack Eichel's anticipated return (42:36). 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.
2/15/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 37 seconds
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What Would a Jack Campbell Contract Look Like Now?

Kyper and Bourne welcome in ESPNs Emily Kaplan to discuss Jack Eichel's upcoming return, the front runners for Ben Chiarot, and who the next coach on the hot seat may be (00:43). The guys then weigh in on Tyler Toffoli heading to the Flames and how much stronger this trade makes Calgary, before diving into Nick Ritchie's future in Toronto (12:44). Next up, radio voice for the Seattle Kraken Everett Fitzhugh joins to give the lowdown on the squids' season so far, Mark Giordano's future with the club, and shares his story of becoming a part of the first Black broadcasting duo in NHL history this week (23:28). To wrap up, Kyper and Bourne debate what a contract for Jack Campbell would look like amid the team's goaltending struggles of late (40:22). 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.
2/14/202259 minutes, 7 seconds
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Would the Leafs Benefit From a Tough First Round Matchup?

Nick Kypreos returns from his Florida trip and joins Justin Bourne in studio to sort through Bruce Boudreau's comments after his Canucks stole Saturday's game against Toronto, and weighs in on what's drawing Toronto's defense out of position (01:32). Up next, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson joins to weighs in on the Leafs' recent goaltending stumbles, who should play alongside John Tavares and William Nylander, the continued struggles of Justin Holl (17:04). Next, Craig explains why the Leafs would benefit from playing the toughest opponent possible in the first round, and how Tyler Toffoli will fit in with the Flames' roster (28:27). To wrap up, Nick and Justin look back at Nikita Zadorov's hit on Ondrej Kase and the danger he continually puts himself in (36:58).  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.
2/14/202244 minutes, 43 seconds
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Coaching Changes From Coast to Coast

Justin Bourne and Gord Stellick are joined by former Oilers goaltender Joaquin Gage to share his thoughts on Dave Tippett's exit from Edmonton, how new Head Coach Jay Woodcroft will fair in his new role, and discusses what's on the horizon for GM Ken Holland (00:53). To wrap up the show, Sportsnet's Eric Engels takes us inside the coaching turnover in Montreal as the Habs' handed over the reigns to Martin St. Louis, before detailing the potential roster moves to come for the Canadiens (19:12). 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.
2/11/202238 minutes, 32 seconds
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Leafs Nation Roundtable

Justin Bourne is joined alongside Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick to discuss the breaking news of the day after Toronto signed Joseph Woll to a 3-year contract, and share an update on Ondrej Kase's injury status after taking a hard hit Thursday night. To complete the duo, the second half of Leafs Nation Brent Gunning stops by to weigh in on the Leafs' 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames, the issues Calgary exposed in Toronto's defensive end, and discusses Justin Holl's role moving forward (15:48). To wrap up, Vancouver Canucks Colour Analyst John Garrett checks in live from Vancouver to chat about Cammi Granato's hiring, the strength of the Canucks' front office, and touches on what player has benefitted the most from the new era of hockey out West (41:00). 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.
2/11/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 13 seconds
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What Can the NHL Learn From the NBA's Trade Deadline?

Justin Bourne is joined alongside Co-host of The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis to chat about Producer Sam's celebrity experience, the glaring difference between NHL & NBA trade deadlines, ways to control tampering amid the rise of sports gambling, and debate the value of John Tavares' contract (02:55). To wrap up, the fellas discuss Auston Matthews' celebrity status in the city of Toronto, different ways sports coverage can adapt to what fans are looking for in 2022 & more (30:25)! 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.
2/10/202249 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Martin St. Louis Era Begins in Montreal

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former Montreal Canadien Max Lapierre to look back on Dominique Ducharme's tenure with the Montreal Canadiens on the heels of his release Wednesday afternoon, the work still to do to right the ship in Montreal, and reacts live on air to the news that Martin St. Louis was announced their new interim head coach (01:23). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam share their thoughts on St. Louis' fit with the team and why the "interim" tag was added to his title (09:27). 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.
2/9/202222 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Aftermath of Marchand's Ejection with Andrew Raycroft

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by reacting to the breaking news that Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Dominique Ducharme was relieved from his duties and look ahead to what's on the horizon for the franchise. Next up, Sportsnet's Eric Francis stops by to add to the Habs conversation before shifting attention West to the Calgary Flames to  highlight Johnny Gaudreau's 200-foot game and shares what to expect from the Canadian men's Olympic team (21:37). Then, former NHL goalie and current NESN studio analyst Andrew Raycroft weighs in on Brad Marchand's antics last night and shares the timeline of events that led up to his outburst, the impact of Patrice Bergeron's absence from the lineup, and if the team's is structured to buy or sell ahead of the trade deadline (53:08). 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.
2/9/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 51 seconds
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Defining the "It" Factor with Mike Rupp

Mike Rupp, former NHLer and current analyst and co-host of the "That's Hockey Talk" podcast, joins Real Kyper & Bourne to chat about NHL players that play with an additional edge of aggressiveness, how to define a players' "it" factor, the catalyst for Mitch Marner's goal streak & much more (01:10)! To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam sort through some of the news and notes around the NHL, before discussing who the Leafs' could potentially target in the coming month and Chicago's ongoing GM hunt (17:26). 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.
2/8/202236 minutes, 39 seconds
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Analyzing Petr Mrazek's Road Hockey Style in Goal

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne look back on the Leafs' successful return to the ice Monday, knocking off the top-ranked Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 by way of shootout. The guys take a closer look at Wayne Simmons sending a message, Frederik Andersen showing some familiar habits, Auston Matthews' injury, Mitch Marner's goal streak reaching 8 games, and Petr Mrazek's "road hockey style" performance in goal (02:35). Then Mike Kelly, analytics specialist for NHL Network & Sportlogiq, speaks about the playoff atmosphere during Monday's contest, shares what statistics hold more weight in the second half the season and who's the most favourable matchup in the crowded Atlantic Division (36:37). 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
2/8/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Great Escape From Cap Jail

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Mike Futa, the Senior Consultant to the General Manager in Carolina, to chat about tonight's Leafs-Hurricanes matchup and if we should expect any rust on the heels of a weekend in Vegas, who the leaders are within Carolina's locker room, and how goaltender Frederik Andersen has faired so far with the 'Canes (00:14). Next up, Leafs' radio colour analyst Jim Ralph stops by to chat about the All-Star Skills Competition, previews the Leafs' upcoming tilt against Carolina, and more (23:33)! To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam react to Kyle Dubas' comments surrounding his strategy heading into the trade deadline (38:47). 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.
2/7/20221 hour, 1 minute, 11 seconds
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Do Trick Shots Translate to TV Viewership?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne reflect on the NHL's All-Star weekend that was and debate if trick shots and skills competitions translate to the growth of the game of hockey in the age of shortening attention spans. Then, Sportsnet's Colby Armstrong takes us through his Vegas experience before weighing in on if the Leafs' need external help to compete this season and what to expect from Petr Mrazek between the pipes against Carolina (18:23). 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.
2/7/202242 minutes, 23 seconds
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Will Auston Matthews be the NHL's Next 60-Goal Scorer?

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined live from Las Vegas by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to help tee-up this weekend's All-Star game and skills competition, looks back on Jack Campbell's first half of the season, and shares why Steven Stamkos believes Auston Matthews will be the NHL's next 60 goal scorer (00:15). Then, former Dallas Stars goaltender, Marty Turco breaks down who are the driving forces on the current Stars' roster, Joe Pavelski's All-Star season at age 37, and shares what it's like being an All-Star goalie ahead of Jack Campbell's time behind the pipes this weekend (25:47). Nick, Justin & Sam wrap up the show by responding to your texts & tweets (47:44)! 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.
2/4/20221 hour, 27 seconds
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Off the Rails Friday with Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open up Friday's edition by deciphering Canada's changing sports betting regulations and anticipate what to expect from Commissioner Gary Bettman after Rocky Wirtz' comments earlier this week (00:22). Then, former player, coach & executive Doug MacLean weighs in on Wirtz' outburst, discusses how involved an owner should be in hockey relations, before looking ahead to this weekend's All-Star festivities and if we could see the same intensity as the 1996 All-Star game he coached (21:19). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
2/4/202243 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Aftermath of Rocky Wirtz' Outburst with Phillip Thompson

The Chicago Tribune's Phillip Thompson joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to describe the surreal atmosphere during the Blackhawk's town hall meeting after General Manager Rocky Wirtz refused to answer questions surrounding Kyle Beach, and looks ahead to what impact this could have on the fanbase in Chicago (00:49). 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.
2/3/202222 minutes, 6 seconds
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Will Dubas Go All-In?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by discussing the comments made by Chicago Blackhawks' GM Rocky Wirtz, dismissing multiple questions surrounding Kyle Beach and the steps the organization has made to prevent similar situations from occurring (01:29). Then, former NHLer Garry Galley weighs in on Wirtz' outburst yesterday, the state of the Winnipeg Jets, Mark Scheifele's slump, the Edmonton Oilers extending their hot streak, and debates if the Leafs' defence is playoff ready (23:24). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam anticipate the biggest second half storylines in the NHL (01:03:08). 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.
2/3/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ovi-Watch Update with Alan May

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer and Captials' analyst for NBC Sports Alan May to detail Washington's priorities ahead of the trade deadline, what's been the catalyst for change this season, shares the latest on Alex Ovechkin amidst his 4-game pointless drought, and gets us ready for Wednesday night's game against Evander Kane and the Oilers (00:29). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam reflect on the biggest stories in the NHL including buyers and sellers around the league, the rise of sports gambling & more (25:49)! 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.
2/2/202240 minutes, 36 seconds
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Is This Regular Season Dominance Different?

Justin Bourne is back in the studio alongside Nick Kypreos after the Maple Leafs' beat down the New Jersey Devils 7-1 on the second night of the back-to-back. They dive into Jack Campbell's bounce back performance in goal, Mitch Marner's cookie monster moment, Sheldon Keefe's postgame reactions, and debate how to weigh the Leafs' regular season success (03:23). Then, Sportsnet's Anthony Stewart stops by to chat about his experience during Hockey Day in Canada in Scarborough, Mitch Marner's strong play since returning from injury, and looks ahead to Wednesday night's Oilers-Capitals matchup and how Evander Kane will impact Edmonton's top-line (36:48). 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.
2/2/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 14 seconds
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What Changed for Kadri in Colorado?

Kyper & Stellick are joined by former goalie Kevin Woodley to weigh in on Jack Campbell's recent slump in goal, how he would utilize Petr Mrazek in the Leafs' tandem, who the Oilers' should target  to bolster their netminders, and preview his short list of Venza candidates (00:26). Then, John Michael Liles, former defenseman and Avalanche analyst, looks back on his time in Toronto and shares what stood out from his experience, before diving into what's been the catalyst for the Av’s 10-game win streak (30:48). 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.
2/1/202252 minutes, 44 seconds
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What Would Darcy Tucker Look Like on the 2021/22 Leafs?

Nick Kypreos and Gord "The Goose" Stellick chat about the Leafs' making a habit of third period comebacks, once again clawing back to beat the Devils on the back of Auston Matthews' hat-trick, and discuss if there is cause for concern after Jack Campbell was pulled after giving up three goals on nine shots (06:26). Then, former Leaf Darcy Tucker stops by the show to chat about the Leafs’ high level of talent, who on the team reminds him of his physical brand of hockey, the factors that prove crucial when it comes to playoff time, and looks ahead to the trade deadline for Toronto (29:34). 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.
2/1/202251 minutes, 8 seconds
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Story Time with Eddie O

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick catch up with NBC Sports Chicago broadcaster Eddie Olczyk before weighing in on the Colorado Avalanche as they continue to ride a 10-game win streak, if Claude Giroux would fit with the Avs' roster, and debates who leading the charge for the 2022 Hart Trophy (02:58). Then, Oilers' analyst Louie DeBrusk stops by to reflect on Evander Kane's successful debut with Edmonton Saturday, notching a goal in the 7-2 win, how Ken Holland & Co. can manage the Oilers' goaltending instability, and looks ahead to the team's game Monday night in Ottawa (30:14). 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.
1/31/202252 minutes, 17 seconds
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Are the Leafs Physical Enough up Front?

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick are back in the studio to look back on the Leafs' third period comeback Saturday in Detroit fueled by Michael Bunting's hat-trick, reflect on the value of Bunting's contract, debate if the team needs more physicality up front (03:36). Then, former NHLer and Devils' colour analyst, Ken Daneyko weighs in on the season so far in New Jersey, the need for consistency throughout the lineup, Dougie Hamilton's resurgent season, and how former Leaf Andreas Johnsson is fairing (30:29).  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.
1/31/202251 minutes, 20 seconds
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Beyond the Numbers with Evander Kane's Agent Dan Milstein

Player Agent Dan Milstein joins Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick to discuss how Evander Kane's new contract with the Edmonton Oilers came to be, if there was interest from other teams to sign Kane, and shares a thought about his other client Ilya Mikheyev amidst his strong season so far (00:22). To wrap up, Nick, Gord & Sam discuss Sergei Zubov's jersey retirement in Dallas tonight, the Arizona arena fiasco, and react to Trevor Zegras adding to highlight reel with another "Michigan" goal (40:08). 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.
1/28/20221 hour, 2 minutes
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Kris Draper on the New Era of Red Wings' Hockey

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick open today's show by chatting about Sergei Zubov's jersey retirement tonight in Dallas, Evander Kane's deal with Edmonton, and what to expect from Petr Mrazek after being announced as Saturday's starter (01:53). Then, former NHLer and Assistant to the General Manager for the Detroit Red Wings, Kris Draper joins to highlight the instrumental young stars in Detroit including Lucas Raymond & Dylan Larkin, the emergence of the team's strong goaltending, and speaks about the evolution of the scouting process (17:56).   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.
1/28/202241 minutes, 53 seconds
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Sheldon Keefe's Behind the Bench Briefing

Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach Sheldon Keefe joins Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick to discuss his recent line reshuffling on display Wednesday night, William Nylander’s fit in the new-look lineup, his team's defensive depth and experience, and shares a thought on the unmatched passion T.O. fans have for their hockey team (00:42). 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.
1/27/202223 minutes, 8 seconds
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Maple Leafs' Powerplay Proves Deadly

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick look back on the Maple Leafs' 4-3 shootout win over Anaheim, the weird atmosphere in an empty Scotiabank Arena, Toronto's effective powerplay, and discuss their confidence in this team compared to the 2020-21 roster (04:10)? Then, Steve "Stumpy" Thomas joins to share some stories from his playing career, weighs the benefits of spreading out the Leafs' top-line talent throughout the lineup, & more (33:50)! Finally, former Flyer and host of the "Snow the Goalie" podcast, Chris "Bundy" Therien chats about the state of the Philadelphia Flyers after dropping their last 13 games, the work ahead to turn around the organization, and outlines what's next for veteran Claude Giroux (59:19). 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 affiliates.
1/27/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 33 seconds
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Scott Niedermayer's Update From Anaheim

Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick are joined by Hall of Famer and Special Assignment Coach for the Anaheim Ducks Scott Niedermayer to chat about being a part of the Ducks' search for a new General Manager and some of the candidates on his radar, highlights his standouts from the team and reflects on how he ended up being drafted to New Jersey (00:20). Next up, Sportsnet's Iain MacIntyre shares the latest from Vancouver after Patrik Allvin was named General Manager of the Canucks, takes a step back to look over Jim Rutherford's grand scheme for the team, and discusses what to expect from the Canucks at the trade deadline (26:42). 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.
1/26/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 5 seconds
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Expectations for the New-Look Leafs Lines

Nick Kypreos hosts alongside Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick and discusses goaltender Aaron Dell's hit on Drake Batherson that left the Senators' All-Star injured after the play and how long the NHL may suspend Dell (07:20). Following that, Leafs radio voice Jim Ralph joins the show to weigh in on Toronto's goaltending tandem, what to expect from Jack Campbell moving forward, outline how Sheldon Keefe shuffled the team's lines, and previews Wednesday's clash against the Anaheim Ducks (14:56). 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.
1/26/202240 minutes, 3 seconds
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How Intriguing Are the 2022 Olympics Without NHL Players?

Former NHL player, agent & GM Brian Lawton joins Real Kyper & Bourne to talk about his excitement to see the young Olympic talent on display in Beijing, the Vancouver Canucks hiring Émilie Castonguay as their new Assistant GM, and shares a bit about the player-agent relationship (00:35). Then, former NHL defenceman and current analyst Jason York discusses his level of interest in Olympic hockey, if the Leafs could benefit from a traditional defenseman, and weighs in on Keith Yandle setting a new benchmark for most consecutive games played (21:45). The fellas wrap up the show by reflecting on Johnny Gaudreau's impact on the Flames, Alexis Lafrenière's shootout goal, and update Alex Ovechkin's goal tally (45:03). 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.
1/25/202259 minutes, 39 seconds
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Building Team Canada with Tom Renney

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by chatting about Sheldon Keefe's line shuffling, William Nylander's fit on the 3rd line, and if the Leafs would benefit from spreading out talent throughout the lineup (00:14). Then, Hockey Canada CEO Tom Renney shares some of the behind the scenes process of constructing Canada’s roster, how he goes about scouting the stars of tomorrow, and how Hockey Canada is prioritizing player mental health & safety overseas (15:11). Nick, Justin & Sam wrap up with a mock draft of the most intriguing players heading to Beijing for the 2022 Olympics (32:43). 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.
1/25/202243 minutes, 53 seconds
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Bulletin Board Material with Aaron Ward

Voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson joins Real Kyper & Bourne to react to Toronto's 3-1 win over the New York Islanders Saturday night, Sheldon Keefe's line shuffling, and outlines the keys to Toronto's powerplay (00:10). Then, former NHLer Aaron Ward adds to the conversation on Toronto's powerplay, debates if player ego factors into line selection, and looks West to Edmonton to discuss the relationship between media and players and if bulletin board material actually motivates players (25:55). Nick, Sam & Justin wrap up the show by discussing the racist gesture during an ECHL game, and the Canucks' historic hiring of Emilie Castonguay as the Assistant General Manager of their franchise (52:45). 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.
1/24/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
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Remembering Clark Gillies

Justin Bourne opens today's show by sharing some memories of his late father in-law Clark Gillies alongside Nick Kypreos, and reminisce about the impact that Clark had both on and off the ice (00:11). Next up, former NHL goalie and Daily Faceoff analyst, Mike McKenna weighs in on Petr Mrazek's strong play Saturday night, Jack Campbell's upcoming workload, & more (28:00)! 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.
1/24/202240 minutes, 35 seconds
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Text-Line Trade Machine

Former NHLer Butch Goring stops by Real Kyper & Bourne to chat about the state of the New York Islanders after going 5-1-1 during their last seven games, if there's any truth to the Isles' Jakob Chychrun trade rumours, and outlines how the team has begun to turn around their rocky start to the season (00:36). Nick, Justin & Sam look back on the way John Tavares left Long Island, and head to the text-line to answer your questions (14:01). 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.
1/21/202237 minutes, 45 seconds
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Pissy Friday with Doug MacLean

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to weigh in on Sheldon Keefe's comments calling the team "soft", if Alexander Kerfoot's top-six spot is safe, if we will see Travis Dermott back in the lineup, and potential moves to improve the team (16:11). Then, former NHL player, coach & executive Doug MacLean shares his thoughts on a chaotic week in NHL media relations including Sheldon Keefe and Leon Draisaitl's comments, and discusses what the Edmonton Oilers need to add to help turn their season around (42:02). 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.
1/21/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 30 seconds
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Breaking Down Marchand & Trocheck's War of Words

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT's Keith Jones to discuss Leon Draisaitl's exchange with Edmonton reporter Jim Matheson, what's next for Claude Giroux and the struggling Philadelphia Flyers, and if Toronto has the toughness to compete with the Atlantic Division competition (01:22). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam chat about Vincent Trocheck and Brad Marchand's recent beef, Alex Ovechkin's incredible scoring pace this season, and tonight's slate of NHL games (23:08). 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.
1/20/202240 minutes, 8 seconds
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Did Keefe's Comments Go Too Far?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne reflect on what went wrong for the Toronto Maple Leafs Wednesday night after their 3-1 lead evaporated, the lack of blue line depth that the Rangers exposed, and question if Head Coach Sheldon Keefe's postgame comments went too far (00:28)? Then, the guys put Jack Campbell's recent rough patch in perspective, weigh his season against Frederik Andersen's tenure in T.O., and more (27:01)! Next up, TNT's Rick Tocchet catches up with Kyper & Bourne about the chemistry on the TNT panel, before weighing in on the Leafs' 6-3 loss against New York, Sheldon Keefe's criticisms, and why the next few games are crucial to set the tone (44:27). 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.
1/20/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 28 seconds
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Going for Gold With Claude Julien

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Head Coach of the Canadian Men's National Team Claude Julien to discuss the process of building the roster, how Team Canada is keeping their players safe playing overseas, and shares what Canadian hockey fans should expect from the 2022 roster (00:10). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam discuss what international competition means to players, the issues with the NHL's current overtime format, and if Zdeno Chara is still the toughest player in the league (13:27). 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.
1/19/202237 minutes, 39 seconds
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Mad Matthews: The Road Warrior

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start off by chatting about the Leafs facing off against the Rangers under the bright Madison Square Garden lights, the need for depth production, and debate if the team should consider backing off of their Atlantic Division push (00:25). Then, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick weighs in on Auston Matthews' road-scoring streak, the atmosphere at MSG, question if Morgan Reilly is playing too many minutes and what pushing the Rangers' turnaround this season (14:54). Next up, the fellas catch up with Mike Richter to discuss the NHL's energy problem, the Rangers' elite goaltending duo of Igor Shesterkin and Alex Georgiev, and the need for a best-on-best style tournament for NHL players (40:35). 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.
1/19/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 30 seconds
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Has Carey Price Played His Last Game in Montreal?

Real Kyper & Bourne catch up with Glenn Healy, former player and current Executive Director and President of the NHL's Alumni Association, to speak about his role working with the Alumni Association and his aspirations to help grow the game of hockey (00:06). Next up, former Montreal Canadiens forward Maxim Lapierre weighs in on the Habs hiring Kent Hughes to take the reigns as General Manager, the challenge ahead for Hughes & Co. in Montreal, and looks ahead to Carey Price's future in the NHL (24:26). Plus, ESPN's John Buccigross stops by to add to the Carey Price conversation, the NHL's updated vaccination policy, and why he expects a busy trade deadline day (38:46). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam chat about Leon Drasaitl's heated exchange with the Edmonton media (47:46). 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.
1/18/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
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Inside the Bruins' Playoff Push with Cam Neely

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne reflect on Jake Muzzin's concussion suffered last Saturday against the St. Louis Blues and debate if he should have been pulled from the game immediately afterwards (02:46). Cam Neely, Hall of Famer and President of the Boston Bruins speaks about his team's late push up the Atlantic Division, the impact of the team reuniting with goaltender Tuukka Rask, and Patrice Bergeron’s role as captain (22:25). 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.
1/18/202240 minutes, 47 seconds
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Tavares or Kadri: Who Would You Rather Have in Toronto?

Real Kyper & Bourne and joined by Cam Janssen of the “Cam & Strick” podcast on the heels of Leafs' 6-5 win over the Blues Saturday to share his takeaways from the effort, look ahead to Chris Pronger’s jersey retirement in St. Louis, and reflect on what motivated Bobby Clarke's comments on his podcast (01:08). Next up, Sportsnet's Eric Francis details the challenges that the Calgary Flames' are going through despite their roster's potential, the issues on display for their Alberta rivals in Edmonton, and breaks down the options available for both teams to get back on track (19:53). Nick, Justin & Sam wrap up the show by debating if Nazem Kadri or John Tavares would suit the Leafs better, and update Alex Ovechkin's chase of Gretzky's goal record (41:56).   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.
1/17/202258 minutes, 46 seconds
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Do the Leafs Beat St. Louis Without Marner?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start off Monday by reflecting on the Leafs' 6-5 win over St. Louis Saturday, Mitch Marner's productive return to the ice,  what Sheldon Keefe had to say about the result, and discuss potential trade candidates to help solidify Toronto's defence (04:58). Then, former NHLer Gary Galley chats about his takeaways from Saturday's matchup, how to snap Jake Muzzin out of his funk, & more (26:53)! 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.
1/17/202244 minutes, 30 seconds
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Fiery Friday with Doug MacLean & JD Bunkis

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined alongside former NHL player, coach & GM Doug MacLean to discuss Jack Campbell’s next contract extensions and when should we expect a deal done, before weighing in on Evander Kane and Bobby Clarke's comments on Ron Hextall and Mike Keenan (00:05). To wrap up, co-host of The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis shares his thoughts on Mitch Marner's near return, if the Leafs' lineup needs more balance, and debates the issues that come along with the NHL's new All-Star selection process (23:44). Nick, Justin & Sam wrap up the show by heading to the text-line to answer your questions (46:23)! 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.
1/14/20221 hour, 1 minute, 46 seconds
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Is Jack Campbell Worth 6x6?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off Friday's show by updating the new additions to the Leafs' COVID protocol list today before putting Toronto's recent inconsistent stretch into perspective (00:37). Then, former NHLer and co-host of "The Fast Lane" Jamie Rivers chats about Jordan Binnington's contract value, Pavel Buchnevich's strong play since joining St. Louis, the areas of need in their lineup, and shares some memories of playing alongside Chris Pronger (13:48). 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.
1/14/202242 minutes, 5 seconds
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Oilers Temperature Check with Bob Stauffer

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former player and President of GAVIN Hockey Wealth Specialists Stew Gavin to discuss how young athletes manage their money, his role in advising players to make smart financial decisions, and the benefits of players learning more about their finances (00:40). Bob Stauffer, Edmonton Oilers' radio colour analyst, discusses the team's rumoured interest in Evander Kane, the feelings in Edmonton after dropped the last five games, and looks ahead to what to expect at the trade deadline (26:37). 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.
1/13/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 20 seconds
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Vejmelka Stumps the Leafs

Nick and Justin react to Wednesday night's 2-1 Leafs loss to the Coyotes despite dishing out a barrage of shots on Arizona's Karel Vejmelka, Sheldon Keefe's very critical postgame comments, and Petr Mrazek's diminished role between the pipes this season (00:10). Then, Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick looks back on Toronto’s disappointing loss and discusses if bad habits are creeping in, the need for more offensive production aside from Auston Matthews, and if Petr Mrazek will ever find a meaningful role with the team (25:09). 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.
1/13/202240 minutes, 53 seconds
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Tyson Nash's 'Yotes Report

Former Coyotes forward and current analyst Tyson Nash joins Real Kyper & Bourne to dive into the state of the Arizona Coyotes ahead of their matchup with Toronto tonight, highlights Clayton Keller's strong play, and sheds some light on the team's arena fiasco earlier this season (00:29). Nick, Justin and Sam wrap up today's show by chatting about Kodak Black's eventful appearance Tuesday night in Florida, what next for Carey Price in Montreal, and debate if every team deserves an All-Star candidate (17:10).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.
1/12/202237 minutes, 57 seconds
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Do the Leafs Need to Strengthen Their Blue Line?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by discussing the latest on Evander Kane, before shifting to the Leafs' 4-3 shootout victory over the Golden Knights and Sheldon Keefe's postgame comment (00:15). Then, Sportsnet's Luke Fox highlights the Leafs' third period woes of late and potential solutions to bolster the blue line within the team's current budget crunch (25:00). Next up, Philadelphia Flyers analyst Al Morganti chats about Bobby Clarke's comments about Ron Hextall's 2017 draft pick, the passionate Philadelphia fan base, and what's next for Flyers' veteran Claude Giroux (41:14). 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.
1/12/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 3 seconds
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Tom Wilson on the Evolution of His Game

Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson joins Real Kyper & Bourne to discuss the evolution of his game, the everchanging role of the enforcer in the NHL, nearly making Team Canada's Olympic roster, and the impact of COVID restrictions on the Capitals (00:05). Next up, Las Vegas Golden Knights President of Hockey Operations George McPhee shares an update on Jack Eichel after he made his return to the ice today, highlights what has made the Knights so effective this season, and previews tonight's matchup with the Leafs (30:08). 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.
1/11/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 29 seconds
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Who's in on Evander Kane?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open by discussing surrounding potential landing spots for Evander Kane and the impact of Tuukka Rask reuniting with the Bruins (02:02). Then, analyst for NHL Network and Sportlogiq Mike Kelly weighs in on how Evander Kane would boost the Oilers' struggling forward depth, questions if Toronto could be a potential landing spot, and shares how Jack Eichel fits into the Golden Knights' lineup after making his return to the ice today (14:38). 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.
1/11/202240 minutes, 15 seconds
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Curtis Joseph Joins Real Kyper & Bourne

ESPN's Emily Kaplan joins Real Kyper & Bourne to chat about Marc Bergevin's new job in Los Angeles, what's next for Evander Kane, and looks ahead to what the NHL All-Star game may have in store (00:11). Next up, former Leafs' goaltender Curtis Joseph stops by to chat about what playing the Olympics meant to him, if a goalie's style can impact their success, and breaks down Jack Campbell's stellar play of late (10:56). 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.
1/10/202238 minutes, 20 seconds
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Are the Leafs Among the NHL's Elite?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start off by looking back on the Maple Leafs' crushing loss Saturday after leading 4-1, Sheldon Keefe's "positive" post-game comments, and chat about what they learned about this team after the result (00:11). Next up, Leafs' radio analyst Jim Ralph joins to share a story about former netminder Curtis Joseph, chats about his call on Jack Campbell's diving glove save Saturday, and weighs in on the different ways Toronto has structured their lines (24:05). To wrap up, Kyper introduces us to the "LEAFCON" system to help determine the level of panic for Leafs fans, before the guys sort through the NHL standings to rank each team by tier (39:05). 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.
1/10/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 45 seconds
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John Mitchell's Avalanche Report

Colorado Avalanche radio analyst John Mitchell joins Real Kyper & Bourne to discuss the Avs' recent stretch of games heading into Saturday's tilt against Toronto, Nazem Kadri's incredible season so far, and previews the other x-factors throughout their lineup (01:26). To wrap up, the fellas and Producer Sam chat about Nathan MacKinnon's uncharacteristic start to the season, the Leafs' goaltending tandem, before heading to the text-line to read your questions and comments (12:49)! 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.
1/7/202239 minutes, 35 seconds
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Doug MacLean's Front Office Check-in

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today's show by looking ahead to Saturday's Leafs-Avalanche matchup and updating the Leafs' injury report before the game. (01:32). Friend of the show Colby Armstrong then stops by to chat about the key pieces that have revitalized the Pittsburgh Penguins this season, including Evan Rodrigues' career-best start, and debates if the Pens would benefit from a veteran goaltender on the roster (17:40). Next up, former NHL executive Doug MacLean shares his thoughts on Dave Tippett and Mikko Koskinen's comments, the crowded Atlantic Division playoff picture, and potential trade deadline moves for the Leafs (41:00). 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.
1/7/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 10 seconds
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Corey Hirsch on the Importance of Prioritizing Player Mental Health

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT's Liam McHugh to discuss how his team payed homage to the St. Louis Blues' Winter Classic beach attire, the informal nature of TNT's new NHL panel, and weighs in on the impact of having no fans in the stands at last night's Leafs game (00:02). To wrap up, former NHLer and current analyst Corey Hirsch chats about the dynamic between coaches and players, and the often under-addressed mental health impact of playing professional sports (17:42). 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.
1/6/202237 minutes, 51 seconds
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Should Opposing Players Chat Mid-Game?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick things off by discussing Ilya Mikheyev's go-ahead goal Wednesday night and look back on Nick Ritchie's brief tenure in Toronto after being placed on waivers (00:03). Then, former NHLer Aaron Ward chats about the Oilers' identity crisis after last night's loss to Toronto, and weighs the positives and negatives of opposing players engaging in mid-game conversations (20:51). Next up, Brian Lawton of the NHL Network stops by to talk though the next steps ahead for Ken Holland and the Oilers after a rough stretch of late, what the future holds for goaltender Mikko Koskinen, and if the NHL will fulfill a complete 82-game schedule (43:23). 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.
1/6/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 8 seconds
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Inside Edmonton's Goaltending Situation with Mike McKenna

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside former NHL goalie and current DFO analyst Mike McKenna to share his take on Mikko Koskinen's response to Head Coach Dave Tippett's criticism of his play and takes a look at the crop of star goalies currently in the NHL (00:11). To wrap up, the fellas discuss the possibility of Alexandar Georgiyev in Edmonton, before breaking down who's on the board for Canada's Olympic hockey roster sans-NHLers (14:17). 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.
1/5/202237 minutes, 18 seconds
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Zach Hyman Set to (Quietly) Return to Toronto

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are reunited with Producer Sam to update the injury report ahead of tonight's Leafs-Oilers matchup and discuss Zach Hyman's return to Toronto without fans to welcome him (00:13). Next up, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick joins to chat about the tension between Head Coach Dave Tippett and goaltender Mikko Koskinen and brings up issues with the Oilers' roster construction (14:15). To add to the conversation, Sportsnet's Louie DeBrusk looks back on the Oilers' season so far, breaks down what's led to their recent slump, and shares the latest on Edmonton's goaltender situation (40:02). 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.
1/5/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 23 seconds
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Jack Campbell on His Time in Toronto

Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell joins Real Kyper & Bourne to speak about making the most of his opportunities between the pipes, how the city of Toronto stands out from other NHL markets, and discusses what's fueled his stellar play this season (02:27). To wrap up, E.J. Hradek of the NHL Network  catches up with Nick & Justin before diving into a wide ranging conversation on his surprises and standouts from around the league (25:15).   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.
1/4/202250 minutes, 14 seconds
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A Starless Leafs-Oilers Clash?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick things off with Sportsnet's Luke Fox to share the latest health & safety update ahead of Wednesday's Leafs-Oilers matchup, if we may have to wait to see Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews, and dives into the Oilers' depleted goaltending situation (04:25). Next up, former NHLer Dominic Moore weighs in on what's fueling the surging New York Rangers this season, the impact of Gerard Gallant and the Rangers' coaching staff, and highlights the key roster pieces that have made the difference (25:01).  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.
1/4/202248 minutes, 2 seconds
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Chychrun Trade Rumours Heating Up

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT's Darren Pang to take us inside the 2022 NHL Winter Classic in frosty Minneapolis, Minnesota and the incredible fan atmosphere despite the cold conditions, before sharing his takeaways from the Blues-Wild matchup and discusses the impact that Olympic hockey has on the growth of the NHL (00:22). Next up, the fellas are joined by the human Swiss Army knife Jon Morosi to share the latest from the MLB and MLBPA's labour negotiations and update his NHL prospect radar by highlighting Leafs' draft pick Matthew Knies (22:55). To wrap up, the guys break down the latest trade rumours surrounding Arizona defenceman Jakob Chychrun and chat about potential landing spots for him around the NHL (48:35). 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.
1/3/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 34 seconds
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Rounding Out the Leafs’ Blue Line with Craig Simpson

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by recapping the Maple Leafs' 6-0 beatdown over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, and weigh-in on the team's roster decisions ahead next season due to the NHL's salary cap  (03:34). Next up, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson adds to the conversation and highlights Ilya Mikheyev's two-goal night, Sheldon Keefe's line combinations, and shares his thoughts on what's wrong with the slumping Edmonton Oilers (15:43). 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.
1/3/202240 minutes, 46 seconds
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What Goes Into Shuffling the Schedule with the NHL's Colin Campbell

Executive VP and Director of Hockey Operations for the NHL Colin Campbell joins the guys to discuss how the league is managing the schedule with postponed games and how to manage the border and limited capacity in arenas across Canada (8:08). The Pat McAfee Show's Nick Maraldo drops by to talk his pod "That's Hockey Talk", the Pittsburgh Penguins' recent hot streak and the disappointment of NHL players not going to the Olympics (29:37). Kyper, Bourne and Sam close out the show with the biggest hockey stories of 2021 and New Year's resolutions.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.
12/31/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 7 seconds
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Previewing the Leafs' First Game in 18 Days

Kyper, Bourne and Sam open the show talking X's and O's and the depth players following the Toronto Maple Leafs' practice as they prepare for their first game since December 14th. Sportsnet's Jason York stops by to chat Senators/Leafs ahead of their Hockey Night in Canada matchup, including the relationship between management and Matt Murray, Tim Stutzle's sophomore season and what to make of Nick Ritchie (17:12).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.
12/31/202142 minutes, 31 seconds
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Could Patrick Roy Coach the Montreal Canadiens?

Kyper and Bourne are joined by TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie to discuss the list of General Manager candidates for the Montreal Canadiens, whether Dominique Ducharme's head coaching job is at risk and if Patrick Roy could be better suited as the next Habs' coach rather than GM (1:08). The guys take a look at the Washington Capitals with NBCS Washington analyst Alan May to chat how the team has looks back from the break and Alex Ovechkin's incredible season on the ice and his leadership in the locker room (23:48). Canadian media analyst Adam Seaborn discusses the business side of the World Juniors being cancelled and why the other major sports leagues are trying to play through the pandemic (43:55).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.
12/30/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 47 seconds
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Will Leafs Host Senators Saturday with 1000 Fans in the Stands?

Kyper, Bourne and producer Sam McKee discuss Ontario's new COVID-19 measures and venues being capped at 1000 spectators and how that impacts the Toronto Maple Leafs game against the Ottawa Senators Saturday at Scotiabank Arena. The Athletic's Michael Russo joins the guys to chat this year's Winter Classic with the Minnesota Wild hosting the St. Louis Blues (16:19).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.
12/30/202140 minutes, 2 seconds
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World Juniors Comes to a Halt

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer and Hall of Famer Eric Lindros to look back at representing Team Canada in the Winter Olympics and his perspective on players missing the 2022 Winter Games (0:51). Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino discuss if the World Juniors should have been held within a bubble and how players will be affected by the shutdown of the tournament (22:02).  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.
12/29/20211 hour, 1 minute, 32 seconds
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Tim Peel on How the NHL Is Officiated Today

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne discuss the IIHF looking into cancelling the rest of the World Juniors tournament. The guys are joined by former NHL referee Tim Peel to chat about how officials have been affected with postponed games, if there will be enough refs for upcoming games, his time as an official and thoughts the calls on cross-checking (15:04). 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.
12/29/202142 minutes, 15 seconds
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NHL Players Want Best-on-Best International Hockey

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne hear some comments from Connor McDavid, who is not pleased about the lack of NHL players at the 2022 Winter Olympics. They discuss what it means to this generation of players, and if the World Cup could ever have the same cache. SN960's Peter Loubardias joins to break down the postponement at the World Juniors for Team USA, and then gives his views on Canada's top players, including Owen Power and Shane Wright (15:22). Afterwards, some breaking news as the NHL announces nine more postponed games for Canadian teams, as the league attempts to protect gate revenue in Canada's most popular venues.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.
12/28/202147 minutes, 53 seconds
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COVID-19 Recap Returning from the Holiday Break

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are back in the saddle after the holiday break, and they get into the comments made by Brad Marchand and what it means when it comes to a need for a true best-of-best tournament in the absence of the Winter Olympics. They also discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs, including the likelihood of them actually getting to play a game on New Year's Day. Afterwards, they're joined by John Shannon to discuss the latest COVID-19 protocols, and if a potential World Cup of Hockey could ever live up to the Olympics in the eyes of players who grew up watching best-on-best at the Winter Games (26:27).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.
12/28/202150 minutes, 13 seconds
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Jim Rutherford on the Canucks Finding Their Stride

President and interim GM of the Vancouver Canucks Jim Rutherford joins Real Kyper & Bourne to discuss the state of his Canucks amidst the rise of COVID-19 cases, the keys to the team's recent turnaround, and reflects on what the future holds for Vancouver this year (00:44). Producer Sam joins the guys to chat about Paul Maurice's resignation as head coach of the Winnipeg Jets (12:34). Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean catches up with Nick and Justin before sharing his thoughts on the growing COVID-19 concerns around the NHL and sharing some stories from his time in the league (27:19). The guys wrap up by heading to the text-line to respond to your questions and comments (48:17).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.
12/17/20211 hour, 1 minute, 24 seconds
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Chris Pronger on Spezza's Shortened Suspension

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined from Vancouver by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to detail the latest on the COVID-19 outbreak around the NHL, potential next steps for the league, and shares his thoughts on Jason Spezza's suspension being shortened by two games (04:04). Next up, Hockey Hall of Famer Chris Pronger adds to the conversation on Spezza's suspension, how the NHL has responded to COVID-19 outbreaks so far, reflects on what it would be like to play amidst these unique circumstances, and catches up on life with Kyper & Bourne (21:41).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.
12/17/202141 minutes, 27 seconds
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NHL Rumour Mill: Who Could Be On the Move?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by ESPN's Emily Kaplan to share her thoughts on the major pieces on the trade block around the league, weigh-in on the everchanging COVID-19 restrictions and potential next steps for the Edmonton Oilers (01:16). The fellas wrap up the show with Producer Sam to go over who could be on the move across the NHL as we approach the midway mark of the season (15:13).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/16/202137 minutes, 23 seconds
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Potential Trade Targets on Toronto's Radar

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer and friend of the show Aaron Ward to weigh-in on what's on the horizon for the NHL amidst the recent rise of COVID-19 cases, what to make of the "Bruce Boudreau Effect" in Vancouver, before commenting on what lies ahead for the Toronto Maple Leafs (08:48). Next up, former NHL player and current hockey analyst Mike Kelly weighs-in on potential trades available for the Leafs to further strengthen their roster, and how Alex Ovechkin continues to defy father time and find new ways to produce at age 36 (41:12).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.
12/16/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 18 seconds
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Catching up with Kris Versteeg & Rick Tocchet

Former NHL player and Co-Founder of "Klevr" Kris Versteeg joins Real Kyper & Bourne to chat about the growing role of technology for player development in both the NHL and youth levels of hockey (00:09). Next up, former NHLer and current TNT NHL analyst Rick Tocchet shares his thoughts on what's on the horizon for the NHL amidst the rise of COVID-19, before diving into the headlines from around the NHL (20:23). 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.
12/15/202139 minutes, 6 seconds
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Matthews & Co. Extend the Oilers' Losing Slide

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show with an update on the NHL's stance on COVID-19 and discuss some outside the box approaches to avoid postponing games (00:06). The fellas then chat about Tuesday night's 5-1 Leafs win in Edmonton with Producer Sam, reignite the Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews debate, and react to some Sheldon Keefe post-game audio (16:55). Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino weighs in on COVID-19's impact on the NHL and abroad, before updating his latest top 32 NHL draft rankings ahead of the World Junior Hockey Championship (40:12).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.
12/15/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 30 seconds
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Olympic Memories with Mark Messier

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier to discuss the growing COVID-19 concerns in the NHL, how international play impacted his legacy, and dives into stylistic influences in the NHL over the years and what to make of the Trevor Zegras' "Michigan flip-pass" to Sonny Milano (00:31). Next up, former NHLer and current NHL analyst on TNT Darren Pang weighs-in on the NHL's participation in the Olympics, how he would construct Team Canada's roster, and touches on tonight's Leafs-Oilers matchup (26:04). Finally, co-host of "The Suspendables" podcast Russ Courtnall, shares some stories from his time in the league with Kyper, before shifting to the Vancouver Canucks and his thoughts on their reshaped front office and coaching staff (43:12).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.
12/14/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
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Can the Leafs Find Consistency in Edmonton?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by reflecting on the recent COVID-19 breakouts around the NHL and the potential impact on the 2022 Olympics (00:25). To add to the conversation, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick stops by to weigh-in on the NHL's COVID concerns before detailing what to expect from the Oilers ahead of their matchup against the Leafs Tuesday night, and sheds some insight on Ilya Mikheyev's role as he returns to the lineup and tonight's test for Jack Campbell (10:18).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.
12/14/202140 minutes, 19 seconds
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How Should the NHL Handle Big Hits?

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by NBC's Eddie Olcyzk to dive into the role of checking in the NHL on the heels of Jacob Trouba's big hit on Nashville's Philip Tomasino, gives his take on how the NHL should handle these types of situations, before giving his thoughts on the upcoming Leafs-Oilers matchup (01:45). The fellas and Producer Sam wrap up by chatting about the latest news from around the NHL (26:57).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.
12/13/202136 minutes, 14 seconds
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Updating the NHL's COVID Concerns with Colby Armstrong

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today's show by revisiting the discussion of if the NHL will participate in the 2022 Olympics as COVID-19 cases continue to rise (01:27). The guys then switch gears to the Toronto Maple Leafs to recap their 5-4 win over Chicago after giving up a late lead, and share their thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments (18:31). Next up, former NHLer Colby Armstrong stops by to chat about the developing COVID-19 outbreak in Calgary as the Flames postpone their slate of games this week, looks ahead to the Leafs upcoming matchup against the Edmonton Oilers, and discusses the role of physicality in the modern NHL (42:34).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.
12/13/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 34 seconds
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The NHL's First $2B Team

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined on the line by Mike Ozanian, the assistant managing editor at Forbes Media, divulges his findings surrounding the most profitable teams in the NHL, shares some financial insights about the Toronto Maple Leafs and touches on where the Arizona Coyotes stand with the City of Glendale (00:15). The fellas wrap up alongside Producer Sammy to react to Trevor Zegras' "Michigan flip pass" to Sonny Milano earlier this week, reignite the NHL's Olympic debate, and head to the text-line to answer your questions (14:32).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.
12/10/202138 minutes, 13 seconds
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Mike McKenna on How the Lightning Struck Toronto

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne reflect on the Leafs' 5-3 loss Thursday night and attributes some of the blame to the lack of blue line consistency, before diving in Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments on their performance (01:56). Former NHL goalie and current DailyFaceoff.com analyst Mike McKenna updates the Maple Leafs goaltender report, highlights the play of Jack Campbell despite playing behind spotty defense at times, and shares the latest on Petr Mrazek's injury (25:13). Next up, former NHLer and current NHL Network analyst Brian Lawton breaks down what went wrong for the Maple Leafs against the Lightning Thursday night, shares his main takeaways from the NHL's Board of Governors Meetings this past week, and reflects on Gary Bettman's tenure with the league (41:12).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.
12/10/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 50 seconds
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Martin St. Louis Sees Glimpses of His Game in Kucherov

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by the President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com Frank Seravalli live from the NHL's Board of Governors meetings to tell us what's coming from these conversations and the topics being brought to the table, before touching on potential Leafs trade targets (00:03). Next up, former Tampa Bay Lightning player and Hall of Famer Martin St. Louis, catches up with Nick and Justin before previewing what to expect from the Tampa Bay Lightning as the Leafs welcome his former team to town tonight (19:00). To wrap up, the fellas and Producer Sam share their thoughts on Team Canada and Jim Rutherford being named President and interim General Manager of the Vancouver Canucks (26:00).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.
12/9/202136 minutes, 11 seconds
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Katie Strang on Housing the Stray Arizona Coyotes

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne react to the trade news of the day as the Leafs shipped Kurtis Gabriel to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defenseman Chad Krys (00:39). To further explain the Leafs' depth, Sportsnet's Luke Fox delves into the key pieces on the Marlies, updates the Leafs' injury report, details how their powerplay has found success so far, and looks ahead to what to expect from the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight at Scotiabank Arena (15:40). The guys then weigh the pros and cons of Toronto appealing Jason Spezza's 6-game suspension (32:00). Up next, the Athletic's Katie Strang dives inside the Arizona Coyotes' arena fiasco and shares that this “human error” was not an isolated incident, debates if this is the beginning of the end for the Coyotes franchise, and breaks down other options to house the team moving forward (43:10).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.
12/9/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 20 seconds
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Aaron Ward on Modern NHL Physicality

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside NHL EDGE Tracking Analyst and former NHLer Aaron Ward to debate the need for equality in regards to NHL suspensions on the heels of Jason Spezza's hearing, the challenge of walking the fine line of physicality, and weighs in on the everchanging role of physical play in the NHL (01:04). To wrap up, Producer Sam joins the fellas to add to the conversation, weighing the pros and cons of physicality, before shifting to Edmonton to examine the on-ice issues in Oil Country (23:44).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.
12/8/202139 minutes, 43 seconds
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Good Ol' Canadian Chemistry with Jon Cooper & Jason York

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by examining Jason Spezza's hearing that resulted in a 6-game suspension for his hit on Winnipeg's Neal Pionk, and explain why Head Coach Sheldon Keefe was not a fan of last night's Leafs win (00:08). Then, former NHLer and current Sportsnet analyst Jason York weighs in on the ramifications for Spezza, the key pieces on the Calgary Flames, and breaks down how he would structure Team Canada's Olympic roster and his confidence in Carey Price (29:40). Next up, Head Coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Team Canada Jon Cooper stops by to share his excitement to get behind the Team Canada's bench, before discussing the state of the Lightning ahead of their trip to Scotiabank Arena Thursday (46:39).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.
12/8/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 25 seconds
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Jody Shelley's Blue Jackets Report

Jody Shelley, former Blue Jackets player and current Fox Sports Ohio broadcaster, joins Kyper and Bourne on the line to discuss what to expect from the Jackets ahead of tonight's matchup with Toronto, Patrik Laine's future in Columbus, and details the roles that Adam Boqvist, Sean Kuraly and Max Domi have played this season (00:36). The guys then revisit yesterday's conversation regarding Auston Matthews' response to Pierre-Luc Dubois Sunday night in Winnipeg, before they dive into the text-line with Producer Sam (21:00).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.
12/7/202151 minutes, 22 seconds
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Team Canada Roster Selection with Doug Armstrong

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today's show by discussing the Leafs' roster moves Tuesday, calling up forward Alex Steeves and defensemen Kristians Rubins and Alex Biega from the Marlies (02:19). Then, General Manager for the St. Louis Blues and the Canadian men’s senior hockey team Doug Armstrong, discusses how the pandemic has affected his approach to roster selection, weighs the importance of striking a balance between stars and defensive minded players, chemistry and experience, and shares his thoughts on his Blues (15:55). To add to the conversation, Producer Sam joins the fellas to debate their Team Canada roster picks ahead of the 2022 Olympics (34:16).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.
12/7/202151 minutes, 35 seconds
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Jannik Hansen on the Canucks Clearing House

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer and current Canucks analyst Jannik Hansen to react to the state of the Vancouver Canucks, debates the long-term solutions to get the franchise back on track, and if we could potentially see the Sedin twins back in Vancouver (00:24). To wrap up, Producer Sam joins the guys to add the Canucks conversation, break down the grit shown by the Leafs this past weekend, and react to Alain Vigneault's firing in Philadelphia (16:07).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.
12/6/202140 minutes, 7 seconds
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Should Auston Matthews Have Fought Back in Winnipeg?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne react to the playoff intensity of this weekend's Leafs matchups and the toughness the team showed, before updating Rasmus Sandin's injury status and debating if Auston Matthews should have stood up to Pierre-Luc Dubois Sunday night (00:21). Next up, voice of Leafs Nation Gord Stellick stops by share his positive takeaways from Toronto's back-to-back losses this weekend, before transitioning to the Vancouver Canucks and discussing what's next after the front office cleared house (43:14).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.
12/6/20211 hour, 4 minutes
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Leafs Reality Check with JD Bunkis

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by the Co-host of The FAN Morning Show JD Bunkis to check the temperature of Leaf Nation and share his confidence level in the Toronto Maple Leafs, how Justin Holl fits into the team's defensive pairings and detail different ways to clear up cap space (00:15). To wrap up, Producer Sam joins the guys to read out your texts and tweets and respond to your questions and comments (18:16). 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.
12/3/202139 minutes, 11 seconds
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Doug MacLean's Front Office Review

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off Friday's show by discussing how Mitch Marner got tangled up with Jake Muzzin at practice and crunch the numbers to balance the Leafs' salary (05:21). First up, former NHL President, GM & Head Coach Doug MacLean offers a unique perspective on the timeline for Jack Campbell's next contract, what to expect from Canadiens' General Manager Jeff Gorton, and anticipates the next steps for the Vancouver Canucks and Ottawa Senators (16:38). Following that, writer for The Athletic Michael Russo breaks down the x-factors on the Minnesota Wild during their five-game win streak, previews the Wild's completion in the Central Division, and highlights potential trade candidates to bolster the roster (44:25). 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.
12/3/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 23 seconds
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Leafs Keep the Good Times Rolling

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Leafs' colour analyst Jim Ralph on the heels of the Leafs’ 8-3 win over Colorado to react to Auston Matthews’ between-the-legs goal on route to a hat-trick, debates if we will see a change to the Leafs’ blue line, and finds similarities between Michael Bunting and former Leaf Zach Hyman (00:43). Then, Producer Sammy joins the conversation to take the temperature of Leaf Nation and share the pros and cons of early success (12:04). Next up, ESPN's John Buccigross shares his surprises and standouts from around the NHL, which teams will make the cut in the crowded Atlantic Division, and explains the fine line of having players mic'd up (26:33). The guys wrap up by discussing Team Canada's Olympic roster, if the Arizona Coyotes could be on the move, and what's next for the Ottawa Senators (47:54).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.
12/2/20211 hour, 1 minute, 32 seconds
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Sheldon Keefe Joins Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne bask in the good life as the Maple Leafs steamroll the shorthanded Colorado Avalanche 8-3 and highlight the difference makers on the ice Wednesday night (00:31). Shortly afterwards, Head Coach Sheldon Keefe stops by to discuss Toronto's recent success, the positive atmosphere around the rink, why he's encouraged by the team's depth, Jack Campbell's brilliance early on and when to expect Petr Mrazek back in the crease (12:56). 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.
12/2/202141 minutes, 12 seconds
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Friedman on MacKinnon, Olympics and Jack Campbell’s Next Contract

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition by previewing Wednesday night's matchup as the Leafs host the Avalanche in a true heavyweight matchup, and details what to expect from Nathan MacKinnon as he is set to return from injury (01:49). Next up, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman joins the crew to share his thoughts on tonight's NHL slate of games, the trade market for Jake DeBrusk, update Montreal's general manager search, the NHL's participation in the Olympics, and anticipates Jack Campbell's next contract (10:02). After the break, the fellas react to Brendan Lemieux's five-game suspension for biting Senators forward Brady Tkachuk, chat about why the NHL needs more mic'd up moments, and share an update on Michael Hutchinson (31:20).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.
12/1/202149 minutes, 55 seconds
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Alan May's Capitals Report

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside former Washington Capital and current analyst Alan May to discuss Alex Ovechkin's electric start to the season, seemingly deifying father time, who else is stepping up for the Caps, and the impact of goalie Ilya Samsonov so far (00:57). To wrap up, the guys are joined by Producer Sam to chat about the NHL's growing COVID concerns, and debate who would make up the NHL's "Champions League" (23:20).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.
11/30/202136 minutes, 32 seconds
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Mrazek Returns to Practice

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the show by discussing today's Petr Mrazek sighting in practice and preview the Leafs upcoming homestand before Vancouver Canucks colour analyst John Garrett joins the show. He shares his thoughts on Brad Marchand's suspension, before reflecting on the state of the Canucks and what the future holds for General Manager Jim Benning (18:14). Following that, the fellas are joined by The FAN's Anthony Stewart to chat about Brendan Lemieux's bite on Brady Tkachuk, anticipating Petr Mrazek's role as he returns to the team, and highlights the impact players on the Leafs' third line (44:48).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.
11/30/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 50 seconds
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Nazem Kadri Joins Real Kyper & Bourne

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former Toronto Maple Leaf and current Colorado Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri to share what aspects of his game has he focused on this season, the differences between the Avalanche and his former Maple Leafs, and highlights the overwhelming support he's received from his teammates and organization (00:19). Following that, former NHLer PJ Stock reflects on the changeover in Montreal, outlines what's next for the organization, and takes a closer looks at the way the Canadiens are constructed from the ground up (19:42).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.
11/29/202138 minutes
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Keys to the Leafs' Red-Hot November

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne reflect on the incredible month of November for the Toronto Maple Leafs, tying the longest road winning streak in franchise history, and highlight what changed to push the team to the top of the Atlantic Division (12:59).  The fellas then dive into the state of the Montreal Canadiens after parting ways with GM Marc Bergevin, and share their thoughts from Jeff Molson's press conference Monday morning (30:19). Following that, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson looks back on the turnaround for the Leafs, how the early adversity helped pave the way to their recent success, the complete team effort shown Sunday night and debates in if this success will translate to the playoffs (43:27). Before wrapping up, the guys share their thoughts on the Brendan Lemieux-Brady Tkachuk biting incident Saturday night (56:44).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.
11/29/20211 hour, 6 minutes
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Catching Up With Rick Tocchet

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside former NHL player and coach, and current TNT analyst Rick Tocchet to chat about his experience in the studio, share some stories from his playing career, and weighs in on the situation in Vancouver with the Canucks (01:35). The fellas are joined by Producer Sam to dive into the text-line to wrap up (24:18).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. 
11/26/202139 minutes, 38 seconds
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Fending Off The Sharks After Dark

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off Friday's show looking ahead to Friday's 10:30p.m. puck drop in San Jose and share their expectations for the Leafs' new-look third line (00:21). Then, Sportsnet's Luke Fox discusses Jack Campbell's brilliance this season, Joseph Woll filling the back-up void, and shares his keys to success down South (17:45). The fellas then weigh-in on what Evander Kane's market may be as he is soon set to return from his suspension, before former NHler and current Sharks Scout & Development Coach Mike Ricci joins the show! He previews what to expect from the 2021-22 San Jose Sharks, what his multi-faceted role with the team entails, and how the Leafs should approach tonight's game (47:26).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.
11/26/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 35 seconds
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Olympic Roster Talk With Gord Stellick

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet senior columnist Eric Francis to discuss what's led to Calgary's rise this season, Head Coach Daryl Sutter's impact and Johnny Gaudreau, before sharing his Leafs thoughts and weighs Jack Campbell against Jacob Markstrom (02:45). Then, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick reflects on Jack Campbell & Jake Muzzin's first time back on the ice in Los Angeles, Rasmus Sandin's three assist night, and highlights which Leafs have a chance to crack their country's Olympic roster (25:56). To wrap up, Producer Sam joins Nick and Justin to share what they are thankful for on American Thanksgiving, and debate if Olympic performance can affect NHL contracts (44:54).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.
11/25/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 26 seconds
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"I Love You Guys"

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Producer Sam to spread the love on the heels of the Leafs' 6-2 win in Los Angeles and reflect on the Auston Matthews mic'd up experience (00:08). Then, the fellas examine who cracks the "big six" in the NHL, Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments on Nick Richie, update David Kampf's injury status and look ahead to who fills the void on the third line (09:01).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.
11/25/202140 minutes, 8 seconds
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Mike McKenna on Campbell's Return to L.A.

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by three-time Olympic hockey Gold Medalist Jennifer Botterill to discuss which Canadian team is leading the pack so far this season and highlights her standouts across the country (01:54). After the break, former goalie and current Daily Faceoff analyst Mike McKenna shares his thoughts on Jack Campbell's return to Los Angeles Wednesday night, his growing confidence between the pipes, Petr Mrazek's status, and updates the goaltender report from around the NHL (16:33).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.
11/24/202150 minutes, 27 seconds
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Wayne Gretzky Joins Real Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the show by discussing Toronto's California trip and why the Leafs are still near the bottom of the league in goals scored per game, despite strong trends in their favour (03:02). Then, Rob Desveaux, director at “3 Zones Hockey School”, worked with Mitch Marner on the ice since he was four years old and speaks about the skills Mitch excelled at early on (16:15). Finally, “The Great One” Wayne Gretzky stops by the show to chat about his transition to the studio, the evolution he's seen in hockey equipment and skillsets, the similarities he sees between the Leafs and his Oilers, and why he used an artificial knob at the end of his stick (32:43).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.
11/24/202153 minutes, 38 seconds
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PJ Stock's State of the Habs

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by former Montreal Canadien PJ Stock to share the latest from Montreal, the impact of Joel Edmundson’s return to the ice, highlights the missing pieces since the Habs' Stanley Cup run, and shares what's next for General Manager Marc Bergevin (01:15). Finally, Nick and Justin are joined by Producer Sam to update you on the stories from around the NHL (28:54). 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.
11/23/202138 minutes, 54 seconds
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Leafs California Dreamin'

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition by looking ahead to the Maple Leafs' upcoming road trip to California and who's waiting on the Golden Coast, before discussing Nazem Kadri's four point night on Monday (00:20). The fellas then catch up with birthday boy Colby Armstrong before discussing the keys the Penguins' success, the trajectory of Pittsburgh's aging roster, the Leafs' West Coast trip, and more (16:00)! Following that, NHL analytics expert Mike Kelly joins the conversations to break down the areas where the Leafs can still improve, the next steps for the struggling Canucks, and outlines the over and under performers so far this season (41:53).  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.
11/23/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 47 seconds
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Is Mike Babcock a Fit in Vancouver?

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Jamal Mayers, former NHL winger, shares his thoughts on the Maple Leafs before pivoting to Alexander Ovechkin's pursuit of the history books, what's brewing in Alberta, and what's next for the Montreal Canadiens (00:41). Finally, the fellas are joined by Producer Sam to break down a fight in the NBA between LeBron James and Isaiah Stewart and detail the rumours of Mike Babcock in Vancouver (19:21). 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.
11/22/202137 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Brick Woll Stands Tall

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open up the show by analyzing how the Maple Leafs ended up on both sides of a shutout this weekend, share their key takeaways from Sunday's win over the Islanders, and break down the impact of Sheldon Keefe's line shakeups (00:14). Then former NHL player, agent and general manager Brian Lawton reflects on the Leafs' win Sunday in Long Island, the stellar play of backup goaltender Joseph Woll to earn his first NHL shutout, the Pittsburgh Penguins changing hands, and the future of betting within the game of hockey (42:20).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.
11/22/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 6 seconds
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Hot Takes with JD Bunkis

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Producer Sam to dive into the text-line to respond to your Leafs questions and concerns before JD Bunkis, co-host of the FAN Morning Show, joins the show! He shares a hot take on Leafs' Head Coach Sheldon Keefe and gets into the expectations of him going into this season (30:57).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.
11/19/202140 minutes, 42 seconds
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Clark Gillies on the State of the Isles

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne rejoice as Producer Sam is a believer in the Leafs once again! They discuss Thursday night's win over the New York Rangers, what to make of Nick Ritchie, why Jack Campbell has the perfect personality for Leafs nation, and discuss who should get the start against the Penguins Saturday (01:22). Following that, four-time Stanley Cup Champion Clark "Jethro" Gillies joins to discuss his thoughts on the New York Islanders start to the season, the different mentality of Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz, and shares some stories from his playing career (40:35).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.
11/19/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 38 seconds
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Catching Up with Mark Messier

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Mark Messier, former NHLer, Hockey Hall of Fame inductee & current ESPN NHL analyst, to discuss his transition from the ice to the studio, the differences he notices between his era and the current NHL, and shares his expectations of the 2021-22 New York Rangers ahead of their trip to Scotiabank Arena (00:06). Next up, Sportsnet 650's Jason Brough updates the state of the Vancouver Canucks and if it's too late to right the ship, the latest from Jim Benning's press conference, and breaks down Elias Pettersson's struggles this season (24:35). The fellas are then joined by Producer Sam to add to the Canucks conversation, weigh in on John Tortorella's comments about Connor McDavid's playstyle, 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.
11/18/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 10 seconds
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Stellick-tricity's Rangers Report

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the show with a discussion surrounding the Maple Leafs backup goaltending situation and what the future holds for Michael Hutchinson (04:56) before welcoming in Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick! The group discuss Thursday's game against the New York Rangers, highlight the standouts from New York's roster, and take a deep dive into the Leafs' lineup management (16:56).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.
11/18/202141 minutes, 26 seconds
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Mike Rupp: Penguins Are Close to Changing Hands

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by former NHL defenceman Al Iafrate to share some stories from his playing career, his unique wardrobe choice to pair with a Harley Davidson, and his thoughts on today's NHL (02:10). Finally, former NHLer Mike Rupp, current analyst for the NHL Network, discusses the advanced talks between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Fenway Sports Group, the success the group has had with Liverpool F.C. and the Boston Red Sox, and Mario Lemieux's role with the Pens moving forward (21:40).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.
11/17/202136 minutes, 46 seconds
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Key Leafs Data Points with Aaron Ward

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kickoff the show by discussing the Leafs' win in Nashville Tuesday night, Jack Campbell's shutout performance, Ondrej Kase's work ethic, and how Morgan Rielly's contract extension has positively impacted his play (04:42). Then, Aaron Ward, former NHL player and current NHL EDGE Tracking analyst, speaks about the development of the Leafs' third line, Toronto's Atlantic Division competition, the keys to their effective penalty kill, why William Nylander would be the "ultimate ball hockey player", and the player-referee relationship (40:37).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.
11/17/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 7 seconds
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Leafs Music City Mission with Terry Crisp

Real Kyper & Bourne react to today's breaking news surrounding Kyle Clifford's trade to the Maple Leafs, before welcoming former NHLer and current executive for the Florida Panthers Shawn Thornton to the show. Thornton reminisces about his career in the NHL, his signature style of play, never getting the chance to play for Toronto, and breaks down his current role with the Panthers (01:30). Finally, Terry Crisp, former NHL player and coach, shares what to expect from the Nashville Predators ahead of the Leafs' trip to Music City, how Roman Josi found his role on the Preds, & much more (15:59)!  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.
11/16/202136 minutes, 15 seconds
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Jason York on Dion Phaneuf's Retirement

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne share their thoughts on Dion Phaneuf after the defenceman officially announced his retirement today (00:15). Former NHLer and current Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason York shares a story about Phaneuf, before breaking down the impact of the Ottawa Senators' COVID-19 outbreak, and his standouts from the Toronto Maple Leafs early on (20:37). The guys are then joined by Producer Sam to share their thoughts on the future of sports gambling, Sheldon Keefe's comments, and ideas for the IIHF to alter the game of hockey (41:00).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.
11/16/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds
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Leafs Look Ahead with Jim Ralph

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside Maple Leafs Colour Analyst for Sportsnet 590 The FAN Jim Ralph, to look back on the Leafs' weekend and dive into Toronto's defining wins of the season, Joseph Woll's start Saturday with his family in attendance, and touches on William Nylander's flashes of brilliance and Mitch Marner's progression this season (01:10). The fellas are then joined by Producer Sam to discuss Alex Ovechkin's evolution as a passer, reflects on the Leafs' difference makers, and if the Ottawa Senators' COVID-19 outbreak and altered schedule could impact the NHL's participation in the Olympics (21:47).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.
11/15/202137 minutes, 46 seconds
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Tim Peel's Hot Mic Moment

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by recapping a successful weekend for the Maple Leafs, earning wins over the Sabres & Flames, before getting into the issues that still persist. The guys discuss the lack of depth scoring beyond the top line, Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments, Nick Ritchie's role as a stop-gap, and react to Joseph Woll getting the start on Saturday (04:30). Then, former NHL referee Tim Peel speaks about his transition from the ice to the studio, recounts his infamous call in Nashville, shares why he's against star players receiving preferential treatment, and chats about the new wave of NHL referees (42:47).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.
11/15/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 4 seconds
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Kevin Lowe on his Hockey Hall of Fame Induction

Real Kyper and Bourne are joined by Peter Loubardias, Calgary Flames colour analyst for Sportsnet 960 The FAN, to chat about Calgary's hot start and Andrew Mangiapane's impact early on, before sharing some Jarome Iginla memories ahead of his Hall of Fame induction this weekend (01:10). Then, former NHLer and HHOF inductee Kevin Lowe, opens up about his upcoming induction, discusses Connor McDavid's highlight reel goals, and looks back on what defined his style of play and the unsung heroes during his Stanley Cup run in Edmonton (25:09). Finally, the guys discuss if there's any truth behind John Tortorella's comments on Connor McDavid and analyze the Leafs' turnover problem (44:30). 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.
11/13/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 59 seconds
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Can the Leafs Extinguish the Flames?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition by previewing the Leafs' matchup Friday against the Flames, the adjustments Toronto has made to the powerplay, and much more (02:48)! Then, former NHLer Steve "Stumpy" Thomas shares his thoughts on this weekend's Hockey Hall of Fame induction and shares his criteria for induction, before touching on his views on the Maple Leafs and reminisces about his on-ice scrap with Kyper (16:04).   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.
11/12/202138 minutes, 5 seconds
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Bob Murray Resigns in Anaheim

Kyper and Bourne are joined by NHL analyst Anthony Stewart to look back on the Leafs’ up and down start to the season, Justin Holl’s poised return to the lineup, and highlights his standouts from the Flames and what to expect as they head to Toronto Friday (00:45). Then, the guys wrap up the show by discussing Bob Murray’s resignation in Anaheim, the impact of the NHL’s hotline, and take a look around the 11 games Thursday night in the NHL (22:15). 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.
11/11/202141 minutes, 16 seconds
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Stellick-tricity: Leafs Find Stability in Philly

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kickoff this edition by looking back on the Leafs’ 3-0 win over the Flyers, Ondrej Kase finally providing secondary scoring, and the strong showing from the blue line, before looking ahead to Toronto’s upcoming schedule (00:51). Then, Leafs Nation’s Gord Stellick recaps Wednesday’s shutout in Philadelphia, Justin Holl’s solid performance in his return to the lineup, how to balance the Leafs’ top line talent, Jack Campbell’s accountability, and the impact of physicality on the ice (40:15). 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.
11/11/202159 minutes, 21 seconds
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Are the Flyers For Real?

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Brian Lawton, former NHL player, executive and current NHL Network analyst, discusses tonight’s Leafs-Flyers game and how both teams started the season, the ways the NHL has evolved both on and off the ice, and reflects on the Seattle Kraken’s subpar start to the season (01:08). To wrap up, the fellas are joined by Producer Sam for contract talk before sharing some trends ahead of Toronto’s trip to Philadelphia (23:14). 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.
11/10/202137 minutes, 4 seconds
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Philly-Leafs Takes with Chris Therien

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this episode by discussing the developing story in Anaheim as General Manager Bob Murray was placed on administrative leave for improper professional conduct, and react to Carey Price’s statement and prospective return to the Habs (01:30). The guys then chat about Wednesday’s Leafs-Flyers matchup, if the bottom-six forwards can finally produce, and look back on the history of Toronto’s trouble at the Wells Fargo Center (16:00). Then, former Flyer Chris Therien weighs in on the Philadelphia home ice advantage, looks back on Claude Giroux’s legacy with the Flyers, the impact of the offseason additions, Carter Hart’s strong start to the season, and more (39:22)! 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.
11/10/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 23 seconds
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Nearing the End of an Era

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer and Colby Armstrong to break down Crosby & Malkin’s legacy in Pittsburgh, if there may be an end in sight, the secret to Alexander Ovechkin’s continued production, and much more (00:08). To wrap up, the fellas carry on the conversation before discussing Nick Ritchie’s value on the Leafs’ 4th line and get into the Pittsburgh Penguins’ settlement Tuesday (19:00). 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.
11/9/202142 minutes, 17 seconds
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L.A. Kings Spoil the Streak with Scott Hartnell

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition with their takeaways from the Leafs’ 5-1 loss Monday night to the Kings, why the Leafs’ continue to “play down” to their opponent’s level, finds the positives including their powerplay potency, before updating the injury report (00:39)! Then, former NHLer Scott Hartnell stops by to discuss why the Leafs need physicality, before diving into the state of the Flyers, Claude Giroux’s legacy, and if Carter Hart deserves an opportunity to start with Team Canada (41:30). 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.
11/9/20211 hour, 1 minute, 1 second
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Behind the Bench with Bruce Boudreau & Rick Tocchet

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside former NHL player and head coach Bruce Boudreau to discuss Sheldon Keefe’s comfortability with the media, and looks back on the overreactions to the Leafs’ poor start, before pivoting to Edmonton and if they have enough to contend and shares stories from his coaching career (00:14). Then, Rick Tocchet, coach and former NHLer, chats about the importance of goaltending depth, the Leafs’ bottom six forwards, how Connor McDavid stacks up against other NHL legends, and shares some coaching wisdom from his years behind the bench (16:59). 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.
11/8/202138 minutes, 42 seconds
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Win Streak Standouts with Craig Simpson

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne take a look back on what led to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ five-game win streak, their defensive resurgence of late and if Justin Holl is the odd-man out of the blue line rotation. They share their takeaways from the Leafs’ 5-2 win over Boston, Jack Campbell’s brilliance in clutch time, and debate how the Leafs’ stack up in the Atlantic division (01:32). Then, former NHLer and voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson, joins to weigh in on how the Leafs have found their footing, the impact of Sheldon Keefe’s blue line shakeup, if Toronto relies too heavily on their top forwards, and how Petr Mrazek’s recent injury impacts Jack Campbell’s workload (40:59). 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.
11/8/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 19 seconds
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There’s a Rivalry Bruin

Kyper & Bourne are joined by Bruins analyst Billy Jaffe to share the state of the Bruins ahead of the B’s trip to Toronto Saturday night, what he believes Boston’s roster still lacks after their 5-3-0 start, an the value Charlie McAvoy provides (00:42). Next up, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox chats about Jack Campbell standing on his head Thursday night, Petr Mrazek’s role within the Leafs’ tandem, and addresses the Leafs’ defensive core and bottom six forward depth (21:42). To wrap up, the guys add to the Jack Campbell conversation before Producer Sam joins the airwaves to dive into the text-line and read your comments on everything Leafs (39:02)! 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.
11/5/20211 hour, 12 seconds
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Last-Minute Leafs Magic

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open up this edition of Real Kyper & Bourne by taking a look back at John Tavares’ last-minute heroics to force Thursday’s game into overtime, William Nylander’s shot to complete comeback, but also the Leafs’ shortcoming on display through 59 minutes (00:50). Then, the guys chat about Jack Campbell’s stellar performance last night, share an update on where Campbell’s contract negotiations stand (32:42), & 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.
11/5/202142 minutes, 51 seconds
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Leafs & Lightning Temperature Check

On this edition of Real Kyper and Bourne, the duo are joined by Dave Andreychuk, former NHLer and Stanley Cup Champion with the Lightning, to share a snapshot of Tampa Bay, weigh-in on what make a great powerplay, and preview tonight’s matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs (00:12). After that, Leafs Nation’s own Gord Stellick’s […]
11/4/202157 minutes, 48 seconds
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Risks, Rewards & Jack Eichel

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today’s show with the breaking news of the day as Jack Eichel is shipped off to Las Vegas, detail Buffalo’s return in the deal, and why the Leafs may be interested in Vegas’ Rielly Smith (00:54). Next, former NHLer and co-host of “After The Whistle” Andrew Peters, joins […]
11/4/202146 minutes, 4 seconds
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Revisiting Eichel’s Future with Scottie Upshall

Kyper and Bourne are joined by Scottie Upshall, former NHLer and co-host of the “Missin’ Curfew” podcast, to chat about PK Subban’s bad habits repeating themselves on the ice, what he believes the Leafs are still missing, and potential trade destinations for Jack Eichel (02:35). To wrap up the show, Producer Sam joins the conversation […]
11/3/202140 minutes, 39 seconds
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Leafs Find Their Joy

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open up today’s edition by sharing their thoughts and takeaways on Mark Chipman and Kevin Cheveldayoff’s press conference Tuesday afternoon and Robin Lehner’s post-game comments on the matter after the Leafs’ 4-0 win over Las Vegas (01:32). Then, the fellas chat about Mitch Marner rediscovering his joy playing hockey, Jack […]
11/3/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 31 seconds
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State of the NHL with Allan Walsh

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Allan Walsh, co-managing director of Octagon-Hockey, sports agent & lawyer, speaks about the lack of empathy and remorse shown by Gary Bettman during the NHL’s media availability Monday afternoon, the need for systemic change from the top down at the NHL and what the future holds for […]
11/2/202141 minutes, 25 seconds
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Leafs-Knights Primer with Daren Millard

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition with a discussion about the Penguins facing a lawsuit over allegations of sexual assault, the next steps the NHL needs to make, and more reaction from the NHL’s press conference yesterday (00:45). Then the guys pivot to tonight’s Leafs-Knights matchup, Sheldon Keefe’s line management, and much more […]
11/2/20211 hour, 35 seconds
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Beyond the Leafs’ Stat Sheet with Aaron Ward

Kyper and Bourne are joined alongside Aaron Ward, former NHL player & broadcaster and current NHL EDGE tracking analyst, analyzes the Leafs’ start to the season, Morgan Rielly’s value, and the areas to improve as the Leafs’ continue to search for an identity (03:02). The fellas continue the conversation with Producer Sam to dive into […]
11/1/202139 minutes, 55 seconds
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Breaking Down Bettman’s Press Conference

On this edition of Kyper and Bourne, the guys further the conversation from Chicago after Commissioner Gary Bettman’s press conference Monday afternoon, and what the future holds for Donald Fehr within the NHLPA (01:29). The fellas shift gears to discuss the Leafs’ win Saturday over Detroit, Sheldon Keefe’s favourite phrases, and the defensive concerns early […]
11/1/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 23 seconds
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Leafs Go All-In with JD Bunkis

Kyper and Bourne are joined alongside JD Bunkis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to dive into the cap concerns that Morgan Rielly’s contract extension arises, and why the deal may seal the fate of either Jake Muzzin or one of the “core-four” (00:14). Finally, Producer Sam joins the airwaves to sort through the text-line […]
10/29/202139 minutes, 28 seconds
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BizNasty on Leafs & Blackhawks

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition by furthering the Chicago conversation as Joel Quenneville resigns from Florida, Kevin Cheveldayoff remains with the Jets, and discuss the other ripple effects of the report (00:11). After that, the guys transition to their thoughts on Morgan Rielly’s freshly minted contract extension and the defensive concerns for […]
10/29/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 16 seconds
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Return of the Mac

Kyper and Bourne are joined alongside Doug MacLean, former NHL president, general manager and head coach, to chat about what advice he would give the Toronto Maple Leafs, debate if the “core four” will find success, before sharing his take on what’s unfolded in Chicago (00:10). Following that, former NHLer Brad May speaks about the diminished role of the enforcer in the modern NHL, why he enjoyed the physical side of the game, before getting into the Leafs’ leadership and how the Buffalo Sabres have seemingly turned it around (24:30). Finally, Producer Sam joins the guys to take a look at the current NHL landscape and how the Leafs stack up against their Atlantic division competition (45:53). 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.
10/28/20211 hour, 17 seconds
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Reverberations From the Blackhawks Report

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition of Real Kyper and Bourne by addressing Kyle Beach’s courage and bravery for speaking out, what’s next for Joel Quenneville as he is set to meet with Commissioner Gary Bettman today, and what to make of Jonathan Toews’ comments on the situation (00:09). Then, the fellas move onto the Leafs’ big win Wednesday night, Jack Campbell’s brilliance between the pipes, and their glaring defensive struggles early on (29:06). 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.
10/28/202143 minutes, 18 seconds
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Can the Leafs Right the Ship in Chicago?

Kyper and Bourne are joined by the co-host of the “Missin’ Curfew” podcast Shane O’Brien to chat about the meaning behind his podcast’s name, the pressure of Canadian media markets and their effect on team performance, before diagnosing the issues he sees in the Leafs’ early season play (09:01). The fellas then discuss Andrew Mangiapane’s breakout in Calgary as he currently leads the NHL in scoring (22:21), before getting you ready for tonight’s Leafs game with some score predictions. 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.
10/27/202133 minutes, 52 seconds
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Delving Into the Blackhawks Report

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne continue the Chicago conversation surrounding the aftermath of the Jenner & Block report, and question Joel Quenneville’s future behind the bench in Florida (00:34). After that, the guys shift to Toronto Maple Leafs talk and discuss the sense of fragility within the lineup (19:57). To add to the conversation, former NHLer Colby Armstrong weighs in on Mitch Marner’s start to the season and the importance of taking your mind off of the game during downtime, the structural integrity of the Pittsburgh Penguins organization, and looks ahead to the Leafs’ matchup Wednesday vs. Chicago (37:58). Finally, Producer Sam joins to dive into the text-line and respond to your hockey thoughts (01:00:35). 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.
10/27/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 4 seconds
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Frank Seravalli’s Chicago Update

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition of Real Kyper and Bourne with a discussion surrounding what came to light in Chicago today’s after a briefing detailing the results of an independent investigation into sexual assault allegations made by two former players against a former coach (00:29). Frank Seravalli, NHL insider for the DailyFaceoff.com, adds to the conversation and shares the latest out of Chicago, the implications of this investigation for the United States Olympic program, and what’s still to come as details continue to unfold (04:41). 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.
10/26/202126 minutes, 27 seconds
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Between the Leafs’ Lines with Jim Ralph & Mike Kelly

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne shares some thoughts and frustrations surrounding to the Leafs Monday night’s loss to Carolina (00:52), before Jim Ralph, colour commentator for Toronto Maple Leafs games on The FAN, shares his thoughts on the Leafs early season defensive woes, the lack of speed on display and his takeaways from what went wrong in Carolina’s 4-1 win (15:35). The fellas then weigh in on the powerplay concerns early on, Mitch Marner’s chipped tooth Monday, and tees up Wednesday night’s matchup in Chicago (32:13). Next up, NHL Analyst for NHL Network and Sportlogiq Mike Kelly, shares some of the main analytical surprises from the Leafs so far this season and the spark Auston Matthews provides in the lineup (42:14). Finally, the guys wrap up the analytics conversation and pivot to discuss what’s next for the team moving forward with Producer Sam (56:57). 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.
10/26/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 47 seconds
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Toronto Gets a Taste of the Canes’ Antics

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined alongside Sara Civian of The Athletic joins to discuss the Canes’ social media activity and Carolina’s goaltending situation featuring Freddy Andersen and David Ayres (00:27). Finally, the fellas are joined Producer Sam to read some of your texts and check the temperature of Leafs Nation (13:58) 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.
10/25/202132 minutes, 59 seconds
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What Happened to Joyful Marner?

On this edition of Real Kyper and Bourne, Justin and Nick recapture their inner peace before reacting to the Leafs dreadful weekend against the Sharks & Penguins (02:23). The fellas then dive into the grander scope of the Maple Leafs’ issues (06:12), how Sheldon Keefe plans to shake up the lines (15:49) and the defensive concerns on display early on (31:20). Finally, the guys discuss the NHL’s dress code and Lou Lamoriello’s thoughts on the matter (51:12) before looking ahead to Sheldon Keefe and Kyle Dubas’ future in Toronto (60:19). 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 affiliates.
10/25/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 33 seconds
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Into the Shark’s Mouth with Bret Hedican

Kyper and Bourne are joined alongside NBCSN Sharks Analyst Bret Hedican, discusses the off-season changes in San Jose that have paved the way for a their hot start of far, if Evander Kane’s suspension is a case of addition through subtraction, before previewing Friday night’s 6 p.m. matchup between the Sharks and Maple Leafs (01:36). Next, the fellas chat about the goaltending situation for the Leafs, if/when Michael Hutchinson will receive a start, and the drama between the ‘Canes and Habs (18:36). Then, Penguins President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke dives into the Pens and shares his early impressions of the roster, the dynamic of working alongside Ron Hextall, his Leafs’ thoughts, and shares an update on Sidney Crosby (30:40). Finally, the guys are joined by Producer Sam to explore the text-line and respond to your texts on-air (51:06)! 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.
10/22/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 55 seconds
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Windows of Opportunity with Mike Rupp

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open this edition with a discussion on Friday night’s early 6 p.m. puck drop and debates if San Jose’s hot start is legitimate or just “smoke and mirrors” (00:45). Then, former NHLer and current NHL Network analyst, shares his thoughts on the state of the Pittsburgh Penguins, finds similarities between the veteran core in L.A. and Pittsburgh’s own, the importance of capitalizing on a window of opportunity, and shares an update on Sidney Crosby as he continues to recover from knee surgery (15:01). 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.
10/22/202135 minutes, 22 seconds
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Eastern Conference Competition with Ryan Callahan & Craig Rivet

Kyper and Bourne are joined by former NHLer with Ryan Callahan to discuss the state of the New York Rangers and their young core (00:29) before diving into his take on Jack Campbell (10:23) and much more! Next on the agenda, co-host of the “After the Whistle” podcast Craig Rivet joins the guys to chat about […]
10/21/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 45 seconds
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Stellick-tricity on Real Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne open up the show with a conversation about the Leafs goaltending situation heading into this weekend and the Leafs coaching philosophy on display so far (00:25). Next up, Gord Stellick joins the fellas to discuss the Leafs’ sparse attendance, Toronto’s special teams play so far, and the latest on Marc […]
10/21/202136 minutes, 22 seconds
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Story Time with Scott Gomez

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer Scott Gomez to share his memories of Lou Lamoriello in New Jersey, his time in Alaska in the ECHL, and much more of Gomer’s charm! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect […]
10/20/202139 minutes, 40 seconds
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Inside NHL Analytics with Aaron Ward

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open “Real Kyper & Bourne” with a conversation about Marner’s early season slump, early impressions of Ondřej Kaše, and more (01:20). Next up, the fellas are joined by former NHLer Aaron Ward to break down early season action for the Maple Leafs, what’s brewing in Montreal after a shaky start and […]
10/20/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 1 second
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Is Bunting Already Beloved?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHL player and coach Bruce Boudreau to discuss the current state of the Maple Leafs, his thoughts on the top line forward grouping, and shares some memories of his time with “Ovi” in Washington (00:19). Real Kyper & Bourne continues with a conversation about Nick Robertson’s […]
10/19/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 57 seconds
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Matthews’ Return Shapes the Leafs’ Roster

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open the show with a conversation about the Leafs’ overtime loss to the Rangers and the impact of Auston Matthews’ return to the ice (01:56). Next up, the guys share some early impressions of Nick Ritchie on the top line (08:00), Jack Campbell’s brilliant start to his 2021-22 campaign (24:32), […]
10/19/202138 minutes, 21 seconds
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Leafs Talk Emily Kaplan & Rick Tocchet

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne are joined by ESPN’s Emily Kaplan to talk about her feature piece on Auston Matthews and his relationship with the city of Toronto (01:19). Finally, former NHLer and current TNT Analyst Rick Tocchet joins the show to share his thoughts about Michael Bunting, Auston Matthews & more (22:48)! The views and […]
10/18/202141 minutes, 5 seconds
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Jack Campbell Stands Tall & Auston Returns

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the show with a look back on the Leafs win over the Ottawa Senators (00:48), diving into a wide-ranging conversation which includes talk about Jack Campbell’s incredible start to the season and how Leafs fans feel about him, and what Auston Matthews’ debut tonight means for the rest of […]
10/18/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 11 seconds
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Leafs-Sens Recap and Today’s Text-line

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne share more reaction from the Leafs 1-1 start to the season and recap last night’s 3-2 loss to the Senators, before the boys wrap up the show on the text-line with Producer Sam (26:48). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and […]
10/15/202144 minutes, 41 seconds
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Early Leafs Reactions with Dominic Moore

On this edition of Real Kyper & Bourne, the boys are joined by Producer Sam McKee to break down the Leafs loss last night dropping them to 1-1 and shares their takeaways from the Battle of Ontario (01:02). Next up, Former NHLer Dominic Moore joins to the conversation to discuss the role of the fourth […]
10/15/202158 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Good and Bad From Opening Night

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne have a wide ranging conversation about the Leafs opening night victory. They break down the bad start, Pierre Engvall’s strong game, Nick Ritchie and more (02:56). Next the guys talk about Charles Barkley & Wayne Gretzky (41:47) that leads into ESPN’s John Buccigross joining the show to discuss hockey returning to […]
10/14/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 1 second
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CuJo on Leafs’ Goaltending and the Perils of Breaking News

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne chat with former Leafs goalie Curtis Joseph on the changes he’s seen in goaltending style, Jack Campbell & Petr Mrazek sharing the net, Jack Campbell’s likeability and much more (00:30)! Next up, Kyper tells the story of him breaking the news about Shea Weber’s injury last year and the fellas […]
10/13/202156 minutes, 42 seconds
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P.J. Stock on Tonight’s Habs-Leafs Matchup

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open with a conversation about last night’s NHL games to open the season, Jake Muzzin & Morgan Rielly’s comments on the Leafs core (02:52). Then, former NHLer P.J. Stock hops on for a wide ranging conversation on Marc Bergevin, Carey Price, the state of the Leafs & much more (18:26)! […]
10/13/202145 minutes, 20 seconds
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Previewing the Expansion Team Clash

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by John Forslund, play-by-play voice for the newly-minted Seattle Kraken to tee up the season opener against Las Vegas. 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 […]
10/12/202122 minutes, 56 seconds
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Taking an Analytical View of the Leafs with Sheldon Keefe

Justin Bourne and Nick Kypreos break down Mitch Marner leaving practice early and the poor injury luck for the Maple Leafs. Next up, Mike Kelly, hockey analyst specializing in analytics for NHL Network & Sportlogiq, previews the Leafs season and takes a detailed look around the Atlantic Division (13:47). The guys are then joined by […]
10/12/20211 hour, 20 minutes, 4 seconds
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Where Does Dermott Fit, Featuring Stellick-tricity!

Justin Bourne and Nick Kypreos break down the bottom of the Leafs’ defensive core and where Travis Dermott fits into the mix. Next, Gord Stellick (19:12) of Leafs Nation Post Game joins the guys to break down some Toronto training camp storylines, Auston Matthews’ injury and to take a look around the NHL. The views […]
10/11/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 44 seconds
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Auston Matthews to Miss First Week of the Season

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs news about Auston Matthews missing the start of the year, Ilya Mikheyev’s injury and more. Next, Anthony Stewart (17:53) of Sportsnet joins to break down Simmonds fighting Sabourin, the Leafs powerplay & more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and […]
10/11/202136 minutes, 22 seconds
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Darren Pang and Leafs vs. The Salary Cap

Justin Bourne & Nick Kypreos chat with Darren Pang about his new role with TNT, the latest on Robin Lehner and Carey Price, and his Leafs expectations. Also, the boys answer lots of listener questions and discuss the contract situations on the Leafs! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
10/8/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 50 seconds
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Can These Leafs Handle The Pressure Of This Season?

Nick Kypreos & Justin Bourne break down further the Carey Price situation and how the pressures of the NHL take their toll on players. Next, Steve “Stumpy” Thomas joins the show to have a wide ranging conversation on Carey Price, social media pressures, bonding trips and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this […]
10/8/202138 minutes
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Hyman’s future and Leafs’ PK with Louie DeBrusk

Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet’s Louie DeBrusk to break down Hyman’s fit with the Oilers, Darnell Nurse living up to his contract & the brawls in the NHL’s preseason (14:04). After that, the boys break down the Leafs’ PK, if can they use William Nylander in that unit, and the over-usage of Mitch […]
10/7/20211 hour, 1 minute, 30 seconds
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To Bond Or Not To Bond?

Justin Bourne & Nick Kypreos kick off the show by breaking down the Leafs’ bonding trip to Muskoka share the latest from Carey Price and Jack Eichel. Next up, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet joins to further discuss Carey Price entering the NHL’s player assistance program, what’s next for Brady Tkachuk, the state of the Leafs […]
10/7/202140 minutes, 17 seconds
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NHL Preseason Reactions with Colby Armstrong

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Colby Armstrong to give some parenting advice, before talking some Leafs, Penguins, Battle of Florida and more! Finally the guys are joined by Producer Sam McKee to answer some listener texts and finish up talking about Wayne Gretzky on TNT. The views and opinions expressed in this […]
10/6/202133 minutes, 59 seconds
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Marner At Centre?!

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne discuss the Maple Leafs preseason win over the Canadiens, Nick Ritchie’s role this season, and why Kyper thinks that Marner would be better suited down the middle of the ice. Next, Kyper and Bourne chat about Petr Mrazek and Jack Campbell and who they think will be ‘the guy’, and how […]
10/6/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 17 seconds
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Is There More Pressure on Kyle Dubas or Brendan Shanahan This Season?

Kyper and Bourne are joined by Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff to talk Brendan Shanahan and Kyle Dubas, Brady Tkachuk contract negotiations, and Robin Lehner speaking out. Later, the fellas break down Canada’s Olympic roster and how many Leafs could crack the lineup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]
10/5/20211 hour, 1 minute, 38 seconds
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How Do You Fill Out the Leafs’ Bottom of the Roster?

Kyper and Bourne break down what the bottom of the Leafs’ roster could look like… looking at Pierre Engvall, Josh Ho-Sang, Rasmus Sandin and more. Can players change the way they play to fit in a bottom half role? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and […]
10/5/202138 minutes, 9 seconds
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Is this Morgan Rielly’s final year in Toronto?

Real Kyper and Bourne discuss how Morgan Rielly was featured in the Maple Leafs’ “All or Nothing” documentary, what his next contract might look like and his role on the power play. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of […]
10/4/202111 minutes, 52 seconds
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Real Kyper & Bourne Starts!

Real Kyper & Bourne starts with a conversation about the last two years & Kyper returning to the airwaves. Next the fellas transition into a chat about the “All or Nothing” documentary. The conversation includes highlights on the thought behind the documentary, Morgan Rielly, Sheldon Keefe & more (14:40). Finally the fellas discuss the Jays, […]
10/4/20211 hour, 44 minutes, 4 seconds