
The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs
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Who are the best free agent targets for the Maple Leafs?
With the Maple Leafs off-season in full swing, Jonas and James welcome The Athletic's Dominik Luszczyszyn to discuss free agent options available to Brad Treliving's Maple Leafs with free agency less than two weeks away. Plus the guys give their thoughts on Mitch Marner's ugly breakup with the team, the fans and the city of Toronto.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Dominik LuszczyszynProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Centre ice depth a priority for Maple Leafs
Fresh off his road trip to Buffalo and the NHL Combine, James shares with Jonas his views on where Mitch Marner could end up in Free Agency, the possible return to Toronto for John Tavares and Max Pacioretty, intriguing centre ice targets, Derek Lalonde stepping in as a new assistant coach and Easton Cowan's MVP performance for the London Knights at the Memorial Cup.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the Leafs learning the wrong lessons from another playoff defeat?
Jonas and James welcome TSN's Mark Masters to discuss the fallout from Brad Treliving's end of season press conference, including the Leaf GM wanting to seriously change the DNA of the team, the future of Mitch Marner and John Tavares in Toronto, how quickly he wants to sign RFA Matthew Knies and if the Leafs will move on from Max Domi, David Kampf and Calle Järnkrok.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Mark MastersProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What did we learn from Keith Pelley's press conference?
Keith Pelley addresses the assembled Toronto media on Friday afternoon, the day after the MLSE CEO and President relieved Brendan Shanahan from his position as President of the Maple Leafs after an 11 year run. Jonas and James discuss the takeaways from the presser, and look back on the Shanahan era in Toronto, and look ahead to the work that continues to somehow get this Maple Leafs team to one day, win a Stanley Cup.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Groundhog Day: The Maple Leafs failed again. What now?
Jonas and James dissect another game seven disaster for the Maple Leafs, how a team can have 'too many passengers, and not being on the same page', the failure of the Shanahan plan, and the end of an era for this roster.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pathetic effort in Game 5 a new low for Maple Leafs
Jonas and James try to make sense of what happened to the Maple Leafs in game 5 vs the Panthers and what, if anything can be salvaged by the team ahead of elimination game number 1, game 6 between Toronto and Florida on Friday night.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Auston Matthews rise to the occasion?
Jonas and James recap the frustrating game 4 shutout loss for the Maple Leafs vs Florida, the undisciplined play of the Leafs, the lack of secondary scoring, the struggling Leafs power-play, Max Domi's hit on Sasha Barkov, and the monumental playoff struggle to score from Captain Auston Matthews. Can the Maple Leafs fix these issues before game 5, and will Craig Berube consider bringing Nick Robertson and or David Kampf back into the lineup?Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs have come ready to play in round 2
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs game 2 win over Florida, Max Pacioretty turning back the clock, William Nylander setting the tone again, the Leafs shot blocking crew led by Tanev, Benoit and Rielly, and Joseph Woll's performance in place of Anthony Stolarz. The guys provide an update on Stolarz, and look ahead to game 3 in Florida where we expect the Panthers will play their best game of the season, as the Leafs aim for a split, beginning on Friday night from Sunrise. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stolarz injury overshadows Maple Leafs game 1 win
The Maple Leafs hold on for a 5-4 win over Florida in game one of the second round. Joseph Woll relieves Anthony Stolarz, after the leafs starter took an elbow to the head by Sam Bennett. Jonas and James discuss the game, the fact that no penalty was called on the play and that Bennett won't be disciplined by the league, and if we will see Stolarz again in this series. The guys talk about William Nylander's dominant performance, Max Pacioretty's positive impact in only 13 minutes of play and Morgan Rielly's record setting goal from the blue-line for the Maple Leafs in the playoffs, as Toronto gets ready for game 2 on Wednesday night.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs take care of business, advance to round 2
Jonas and James welcome Chris Johnston from The Athletic and TSN to discuss the Maple Leafs first round series win over the Ottawa Senators, the impact of head coach Craig Berube on this years roster, the improvement of the core four, the addition of new players including Anthony Stolarz, Max Pacioretty, Brandon Carlo, Steve Lorentz and Scott Laughton and how the Maple Leafs matchup against their second round opponent, the defending Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Chris JohnstonProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leafs core four fail again in an elimination game
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs disappointing effort in game 5, a 4-0 loss to the Sens which extends the series to a 6th game, back in Ottawa on Thursday night. They discuss the sputtering offence, the power-play which is 0-30 in elimination games, if the Leafs should start Joseph Woll in game 6 and if we will see any other lineup changes from Craig Berube on Thursday night.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Benoit the unlikely hero as Maple Leafs take 3-0 series lead
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs 3-2 overtime win over the Senators. They praise the Leafs 6th defenceman Simon Benoit for scoring the OT winner, the Leafs balanced scoring, lethal power-play and the steady play of Anthony Stolarz. They critique the play of Max Pacioretty who played his first game since February, discussed William Nylander's struggles in game 3, and if the Senators have a chance to extend this series with a win in game four on Saturday night.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Domi vaults Leafs to 2 games to none series lead over Senators
Jonas and James look back on game one and two in the Leafs playoff series with the Ottawa Senators which sees Toronto up 2 games to none in the series. The guys discuss what led to the huge overtime goal for Max Domi in game 2 and what Craig Berube can do to enhance his struggling third line. They discuss how Brandon Carlo has made Morgan Rielly better, how Anthony Stolarz is handling the traffic in front of him, and the non factor that Sens captain Brady Tkachuk has been so far , before we look ahead to game three, in Ottawa on Thursday night. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Stolarz ready to lead Leafs into battle over the Senators
Jonas and James discuss the matchup between the Maple Leafs and the Senators as the Battle of Ontario, including the battle in net between Anthony Stolarz vs Linus Ullmark. Can the core four finally have an impact in the playoffs? Will Matthew Knies take his previously solid playoff play a step further? Plus the guys provide an update on the walking wounded, Max Pacioretty, Jake McCabe, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and David Kampf, and if the Maple Leafs can contain Brady Tkachuk and the upstart Senators. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the ceiling for Matthew Knies?
Jonas and James look back on the Leafs OT win over the Lightning, to extend their lead in the Atlantic Division with 4 games remaining, and the impact that Matthew Knies had in the game and for his season overall. The guys discuss Anthony Stolarz, the projected game one starter, who should play on the 2nd line with Tavares and Nylander, what they do with Nick Robertson in the playoffs, and they pay tribute to former NHL goalie and analyst Greg Millen, who passed away unexpectedly earlier this week.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs clinch 9th straight playoff spot
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs impressive win over division rival Florida on Wednesday night which extended their lead in the Atlantic Division and also clinched their 9th straight playoff berth. The guys praise the play of Mitch Marner, on the cusp of his first 100 point season, Jake McCabe's impact on the blueline and Anthony Solarz, all but solidifying the starting assignment in goal, once the playoffs begin.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs 5 important storylines from California road trip
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs California road trip, with back to back regulation wins over Anaheim and Los Angeles and the shootout loss to San Jose, which puts the Leafs 3 points up on Florida and Tampa in the race for the Atlantic Division crown, ahead of previewing the massive home game vs the Panthers on Wednesday night in Toronto.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40 goal scorer Nylander doing what he's paid to do
Jonas and James praise the work of William Nylander this season, and how Bobby McMann has fit in on the 2nd line with Willie and John Tavares. The guys discuss the race for the Atlantic Division crown, the goalie rotation, bottom of the lineup competition and how Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo have fit in with the Leafs so far.Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Auston Matthews back?
Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs much needed win over the Flames on Monday, and the dominant performance from Captain Auston Matthews. The guys debate the Leafs power-play, and if it can deliver in the playoffs, if Brandon Carlo and Scott Laughton can provide the defence that the team needs in the post season, and if they have enough scoring, if the penalty kill will improve and the goaltending tandem. Plus they give their thoughts on the Leafs ticket increase for the playoffs and the NHL owner rankings.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the future hold for Mitch Marner in Toronto?
Jonas and James dig into the Mitch Marner contract, the attempt to deal him to Carolina at the deadline for Mikko Rantanen, if Marner is worth his demands, why the two parties haven't been able to reach a deal yet and if Leafs management has soured on the star winger? Plus the guys answer your questions in a post deadline pod-bag and look ahead to the Leafs next game, and a possible playoff preview between the Florida Panthers and the Maple Leafs.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laughton and Carlo strengthen the Maple Leafs for the playoff run
Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle breakdown the deadline day trades made by Brad Treliving, acquiring much needed 3rd line center Scott Laughton from the Philadelphia Flyers for a first round pick and prospect Nikita Grebenkin, and the Leafs getting top 4, right shot defenseman Brandon Carlo from the Bruins, for Fraser Minten and a conditional first round pick.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do the Leafs need a defenceman over a centre, ahead of deadline?
Jonas and James are back together, and with the NHL trade deadline on Friday, the guys discuss centre ice and defence targets on the Leafs shopping list, the importance of winning the Atlantic division, and the lackluster performance against the Sharks on Monday night. Plus the guys critique the return of Calle Järnkrok, and what in the world is wrong with Auston Matthews?Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Injuries to Tanev and Nylander cast a shadow on the Leafs win streak
Jonas Siegel, along with guest co-hosts Joshua Kloke from the Athletic and Mark Masters from TSN, talk about the Maple Leafs red hot start to the stretch run after the 4 Nations Face-Off. They get into the impact of the suspected long-term injury to Chris Tanev, the injury to William Nylander, Nick Robertson and Pontus Holmberg filling the net, an exhausted looking Auston Matthews, a rejuvenated Mitch Marner, and they give an injury update to the all but forgotten Calle Järnkrok.Host: Jonas SiegelWith: Joshua Kloke and Mark MastersProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where the Maple Leafs stand, at the 4-nations face-off break
Jonas and James discuss positives and negatives of the Maple Leafs season, as the NHL reaches the four nations face-off break. The guys dig into the Leafs excellent goaltending, the breakout season from Matthew Knies and Bobby McMann and solid efforts from stars John Tavares, Mitch Marner and William Nylander. The guys try to find solutions for some of the nagging issues with the team, including their defensive play, a lack of a bonafide 3rd line centre, secondary scoring and a defender to once and for all, pair with Morgan Rielly. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's wrong with Morgan Rielly?
Jonas and James welcome TSN hockey analyst and The Athletic Hockey Show co-host Frank Corrrado to discuss the season-long struggles for Morgan Rielly and how he can save his season with a clean reset after the Four Nations Face-Off. The guys discuss the Leafs powerplay, the stellar performances from Joseph Woll, the Leafs missing out on acquiring Mikael Granlund and how the announcement of a salary cap increase will benefit Mitch Marner and the team. Plus the guys give an update on the Leafs version of Where's Waldo? What is the update on forgotten defender Jani Hakanpää.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Frank CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rantanen trade puts spotlight on Mitch Marner extension talks
Jonas and James discuss the lack of firepower for the injury ravished Maple Leafs, Max Domi being moved back to the wing and how this depth-less team needs a healthy lineup to compete. The guys take a closer look at what centres would be suitable fits for the Leafs, with the trade deadline 5 and a half weeks out and how the Mikko Rantanen trade puts the spotlight back on the Mitch Marner contract extension talks. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 interesting things about the Maple Leafs right now
Jonas and James present the five most interesting things about the Maple Leafs right now, including Auston Matthews returning to full health with maximum production, what Brad Trelilving is thinking ahead of trade deadline, Craig Berube's presence behind the bench, the powerless power-play and what the defensive pairings will look like for the rest of the season.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs power-play in desperate need of an adjustment
Jonas and James discuss the Maple Leafs unimpressive games against the Canucks and Hurricanes, their lack of shots on net and an uninspired power-play which is in need of a revamp. The guys discuss the Matthews line, which has struggled of late, Max Domi's disappointing season, and we get an injury update on Anthony Stolarz and Jake McCabe. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First place Maple Leafs at the midway point
On the first new Leaf Report of the new year, Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs first half of the season, which included superb goaltending, improved defence and monster first halves for Mitch Marner, John Tavares, William Nylander and Matthew Knies. Chris Johnston from TSN and The Athletic joins the boys to get his impressions on the Maple Leafs first half of the season, Auston Matthews struggles to stay healthy, and the boys touch on CJ's trade board and positions and players linked to the Leafs with the trade deadline two months out.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith Chris JohnstonProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leaf Christmas mailbag
On the final episode of the Leaf Report for 2024, Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle answer your questions on the Maple Leafs as the year wraps up. The guys answer your questions on Mitch Marner, the Maple Leafs defence and goaltending, what players are on Brad Treliving's shopping list ahead of the trade deadline, and so much more.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Craig Berube has improved the Maple Leafs
27 games into the new season, Jonas and James take a closer look at the impact of new head coach Craig Berube on the Toronto Maple Leafs, from the defensive and offensive side of the game. The guys discuss the defensive improvements led by free agent signing Chris Tanev and the dip in offence production for the team including a down year from Auston Matthews and a lack of production from the bottom six. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is goaltending the Maple Leafs strength this season?
Jonas and James discuss the surprisingly solid goaltending duo of Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll, the return to form from Auston Matthews and John Tavares, Fraser Minten's development with the big club, the injuries on defence and Mitch Marner being named to Team Canada for the 4-Nations Face-off in February. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the 1st place Maple Leafs continue to roll without Matthews?
The Atlantic Division leading Maple Leafs have gone 7-1 without the injured Auston Matthews. Jonas and James discuss that and the solid play of Mitch Marner in the captain's absence, how the Nylander boys faired in their first game together, the addition of Frazer Minton to the Leafs lineup and they look ahead to the Leafs Florida road trip vs the Panthers and the Lightning this week.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marner leading the Maple Leafs in Matthews absence
Frankie Corrado joins Jonas and James to discuss Mitch Marner's sollid play in the absence of the injured Auston Matthews, the lack of centre ice depth not only on the Leafs but throughout the NHL. The guys talk about the 5 game suspension to Ryan Reaves, and how that will shape the 4th line, taking a chance on Marlies call ups to fill the void for struggling Leafs like Nick Robertson, Pontus Holmberg and Connor Dewar and ask where in the world is Calle Järnkrok?Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Frankie CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How real are the Maple Leaf 5 on 5 goal struggles?
Jonas and James look back on the Leafs ugly loss to Ottawa and their overtime win over the Capitals on Tuesday and Wednesday night. The boys look into the teams issues scoring 5 on 5, the injury concerns to Auston Matthews, if William Nylander can win the Rocket Richard, they discuss the Maple Leafs lack of centre depth and evaluate defender Jani Hakanpää's debut vs the Caps. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life without Matthews, for now
Jonas and James discuss the injury to captain Auston Matthews, and who, if anyone can step up in his place. The guys praise the rejuvenated power-play, the solid goaltending of Anthony Stolarz, and take a closer look at William Nylander's ice time and the lack of goal scoring from the bottom six, and offensive minded players like Max Domi and Nick Robertson. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs trade Timothy Liljegren to Sharks for Matt Benning, pair of picks
Jonas and James discuss the breaking news, the Maple Leafs trading Timothy Liljegren to the San Jose Sharks for a 2025 third-round pick, 2026 sixth-round pick and defenseman Matt Benning. The guys look back on Liljegren's time in Toronto, and look ahead to the return of injured defenceman Jani Hakanpää.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leaf report cards, 10 games into the season
EJonas and James recap the Maple Leafs win in Winnipeg on Monday night, the new look power-play and Jake McCabe's five year contract extension, before filling out report cards for the Leafs forwards, defenders, goaltending and coaching, ten games into the season. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dreamer Nazem Kadri's life on the edge
Former Maple Leaf Nazem Kadri, Stanley Cup champion and current member of the Calgary Flames joins Jonas and James on this special edition of the Leaf Report to discuss his new book, Dreamer: My Life on the Edge, covering his humble beginnings, to becoming a Maple Leafs first round pick, finding his way as a top 6 forward in the NHL, his controversial suspensions, the trade to the Avalanche and ultimately becoming a historic champion, as the first Muslim Stanley Cup winner in the history of the NHL.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Nazem KadriProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Berube make changes after poor effort in Columbus?
Jonas and James dissect the last three Maple Leaf games, a brutal effort in Columbus, the big win over Tampa and the loss to the Rangers on Saturday night. They critique the play of Anthony Stolarz, praise Chris Tanev's insane shot blocking prowess, and wonder, what if anything Craig Berube might change, leading up to the game Thursday vs St. Louis? Plus the guys get into the pros and cons of the rumoured extension for defender Jake McCabe. The boys welcome Craig Custance, author of The Franchise: The Business of Building Teams and discuss the philosophy of the Maple Leafs three most recent General Managers, Lou Lamoriello, Kyle Dubas and Brad Treliving.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Craig CustanceProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Encouraging, surprising and concerning week 1 Maple Leaf storylines
Jonas and James welcome TSN and The Athletic Hockey show analyst Frankie Corrado to talk about one encouraging, one surprising and one concerning issue with this year's edition of the Maple Leafs, three games into the start of the season. Plus the guys discuss Timothy Liljegren's future with the Leafs, possible landing spots and the Leafs ongoing lack of centre depth. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Frankie CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Evaluating early season Maple Leaf trends
Jonas and James discuss the Maple Leafs first two games of the season, including the surprising goaltending duo of Anthony Stolarz and Dennis Hildeby, if Joseph Woll is indeed injury prone, the lacklustre power-play, the bottom six depth, the new look penalty kill and only one point so far from Matthews, Nylander, Marner and Tavares through two games. Plus the guys look ahead to the Maple Leafs home opener vs the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timothy Liljegren's time with the Maple Leafs on thin ice
With the Maple Leafs opening roster set, Jonas and James discuss five roster revelations, including Timothy Liljegren slotting 8th on the depth chart behind Conor Timmins and Philippe Myers, if Nick Robertson's breakout at camp can translate to the regular season, the Leafs giving up on William Nylander at centre before the experiment could really begin and Max Pacioretty and Steven Lorentz officially signing one year deals with the Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reasons for pessimism with the 24/25 Maple Leafs
Jonas and James tackle five reasons for pessimism with the Maple Leafs upcoming 24/25 season, including the age of the team, especially on the blue line, the inexperience of the goaltending duo of Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz, the lack of an impact forward on the penalty kill, injury concerns, and the recent history of the Leafs lack of success in the postseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reasons for optimism for the 24/25 Maple Leafs
Jonas and James breakdown five reasons to be optimistic for the upcoming Maple Leafs season, including Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and William Nylander entering their prime playing years, an improved defensive core, the penalty kill potential, Craig Berube's impact behind the bench and Matthew Knies set for a breakout season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should the Leafs sign Marner now, or wait until free agency?
Jonas Siegel and The Athletic and TSN hockey insider Chris Johnson deep dive, the next contract for polarizing Maple Leaf star player Mitch Marner. The guys compare and contrast previous extensions signed by fellow core four players Auston Matthews and William Nylander and they look at the pros and cons of signing him in season, or waiting til the end of the 2024/2025 NHL season, ahead of Marner's free agency on July 1st. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you buying William Nylander playing centre this season?
Jonas Siegel and Joshua Kloke discuss 5 storylines from the first few days of training camp, including William Nylander playing centre, the defensive pairing of Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Jake McCabe, Nick Robertson paired with John Tavares and Bobby McMann, Easton Cowan's chances of breaking camp with the big club and what Max Pacioretty's role will be, if he makes the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What should we expect from Mitch Marner this season?
The Leaf Report returns for an all new season with host Jonas Siegel and guest co-host, former Maple Leaf and current TSN hockey analyst Frankie Corrado, filling in for James Mirtle. Jonas and Frankie answer a six pack of questions on the Leafs, including what Craig Berube's impact will be on the group this year? What should be expected from Mitch Marner with the microscope zeroed in on him in his free agent season? Who are the offseason additions they like the most and least? Which player is Frankie and Jonas looking forward to watching the most at training camp and what the teams biggest question mark is, going into the start of training camp on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have the Maple Leafs done enough to be a championship team?
On the final Leaf Report of the season, Jonas and James discuss the departure of Wes Clark, the director of scouting for the Maple Leafs. The guys look back on the year that was for the Leafs, what went right, what went wrong and look ahead to how the team fares with the new additions Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Anthony Stolarz, the return of Max Domi and why the signing of Jani Hakanpää isn't official yet. Plus, can youngsters Matthew Knies, Easton Cowan, Fraser Minton, Nick Robertson and Pontus Holmburg take the next step to strengthen the Leafs secondary scoring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leafs improve defence, but 'run back' forward group again
Jonas and James recap the Maple Leafs free agency activity, signing Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Jani Hakanpaa and extended Timothy Liljegren to bolster the blue line, Anthony Stolarz joining the extended Joseph Woll and the re-signed Matt Murray in goal and Max Domi returning to the forward group. The guys discuss the lack of improvement on the Leafs forward units, Nick Robertson's trade request and they take questions from Leafs nation in another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.