The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

Jonas and James breakdown the Maple Leafs season ending media availability and discuss the future of John Tavares, Auston Matthews, William Nylander and Mitch Marner with the Leafs. The guys wonder if Sheldon Keefe has any chance of returning, and if not him, who is available and would be impactful to coach the team? Plus, they take a look at the surprising comments from Kyle Dubas regarding his future as General Manager, and his willingness to move on from some of the core four of Tavares, Matthews, Marner and Nylander. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap a disappointing end to the Maple Leafs season which saw the blue and white being eliminated in five games by the Florida Panthers. With the loss still raw for the players, coaching staff, management and their faithful fans, the boys discuss what to do with John Tavares, William Nylander, Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews, four wonderfully talented players who at the end of the day, might not posses the playoff factor that this team sorely needs.Plus the guys take a look at head coach Sheldon Keefe, General Manager Kyle Dubas and President Brendan Shanahan, and what the future will be, and should be, with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James breakdown a disappointing game three overtime loss for the Maple Leafs in Florida on Sunday night which sees the blue and white on the brink of being swept out of the second round.The guys discuss the overall play of the 'core four' of Matthews, Marner, Nylander and Tavares who have failed to record a goal in this series, and who might just lack that extra gear to excel in the playoffs. Plus the boys talk about the injection of Justin Holl and Eric Gustafsson into the lineup, David Kampf and Sam Lafferty's positive play in game three, the injury to Ilya Samsonov, the performance of Joseph Woll in relief, and who of Woll, Samsonov or Matt Murray will start in game four on Wednesday night? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James dissect a frustrating 3-2 game two loss for the Maple Leafs at the hands of the Florida Panthers. The guys take a closer look at Ilya Samsonov being outplayed by Sergei Bobrovsky, the Matthew Knies injury, the Tavares line getting crushed territorially, the underlying numbers from William Nylander's game two performance, and the disciplined play from Michael Bunting. Jonas and James discuss what the Leafs need to work on, two days ahead of their biggest game of the season, Sunday night in Sunrise Florida and we take your questions in another edition of the Leaf Report playoff pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off a game one 4-2 loss against Florida in the second round, Jonas and James take a look at what went right, what went wrong and what should be adjusted ahead of game two vs Florida on Thursday. The guys discuss perhaps sitting Mark Giordano or going with 11 forwards and 7 defenders in game two. Plus they stick tap Matthew Knies who battled, to record his first ever NHL goal, ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report playoff pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look back on the Maple Leafs six game series win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, and how fitting that the 19 year curse was ended with Captain John Tavares scoring the overtime series winner, plus the boys highlight the Leafs best players in the series with the Bolts, led by Morgan Rielly, Auston Matthews, Luke Schenn and Ilya Samsonov, the lineup changes in game six which assisted in the win, and what the Leafs are in for, facing the Florida Panthers in the second round which begins in Toronto on Tuesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the heels of the game 5 loss, Jonas and James dissect the Leafs failure to close out the series with Tampa Bay, the nightmare game five for Justin Holl and Mark Giordano on defence, the third and fourth lines who struggled in game five, and how dangerous it is for the Leafs to give Andrei Vasilevskiy and Tampa the opportunity to get back in this series. The boys discuss if Holl will come out of the lineup? Who will Michael Bunting replace on the forward units, and where will he play? Is Jon Cooper out coaching Sheldon Keefe? Will Matthews, Marner, Nylander, Rielly and Tavares shake the choke moniker and find a way to advance to the 2nd round? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James revisit the Maple Leafs shocking come from behind 5-4 overtime victory in game four in Tampa Bay on Monday night. The guys discuss the changes the Leafs need to make tactically in game 5, what line formations they would like to see with Michael Bunting eligible to return from his three game suspension on Thursday night, and the fellas discuss how splitting up Matthews, Marner, Tavares and Nylander, was essential in the Leafs big win, and how that trend should continue to be the game plan Thursday night in game five. Plus the guys answer your questions from an on edge Leaf fanbase on a playoff edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James breakdown a critical game three for the Maple Leafs as they steal a win over the Lightning in Tampa Bay, in overtime. The guys praise the work done in game two by Ilya Samsonov, Ryan O'Reilly, Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies and Luke Schenn but lament the struggles of the majority of the team in game three. The boys bring up the concern of the play of the Leafs second and 4th lines, the defensive pairing of McCabe and Brodie which struggled in game three and what changes they would like to see ahead of game four in Tampa on Monday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap game two of the Leafs playoff series with Tampa, the polar opposite of game one. The guys dissect the play of Ilya Samsonov, Matthews, Marner, Nylander, O'Reilly and Tavares. Plus they offer analysis on Matthew Knies, the three fights from defenders Mark Giordano, Justin Holl and Luke Schenn, the record tying night from Morgan Rielly and what the Leafs can expect from an experienced disciplined Tampa Bay Lightning team in game three on Saturday night. Plus the guys provide their thoughts on the three game suspension to Michael Bunting ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap the Maple Leafs game one loss to Tampa Bay in the first round of the playoffs. The guys discuss Ilya Samsonov's struggle in net, the poor performances of the bottom six forward group, the play of Giordano, Holl, Brodie and McCabe on the blue-line which seemed out of sorts and where Matthew Knies will draw into the lineup after Michael Bunting's hit on Erik Černák will surely see the Leafs forward suspended ahead of game two on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James welcome former NHL'er and current TSN and TSN 1050 Toronto Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado, to help preview the Maple Leafs playoff series vs the Tampa Bay Lightning. The guys discuss line combinations, defence pairings, goaltending, the coaching of Sheldon Keefe and what player they are looking at to take their game to the next level. Plus Jonas and James take your questions in another edition of the pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the Maple Leafs recent success, with Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews stepping up as the regular season winds down, Ilya Samsonov getting some rest ahead of the playoffs in favour of Matt Murray, how the Leafs will use Ryan O'Reilly and how well Jake McCabe has fit in with the team since he was acquired from Chicago. The guys welcome Josh Kloke who provides the 411 on the Maple Leafs top prospect Matthew Knies. Knies, a Hobey Baker finalist, signed an NHL contract on Sunday and is expected to play for the Leafs on their end of season road trip through Florida, Tampa Bay and New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James stick tap Auston Matthews heater, and how well he is gelling with line-mate Mitch Marner, just in time for the playoffs. The guys discuss the second line, focusing on William Nylander and Michael Bunting who have struggled in the month of March, who the Leafs will give the nod to in net in game one of the playoffs and how the defensive pairings are beginning to shape up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James return with an all new Leaf Report where the boys discuss the recent play of the team, the play of Matt Murray and how the Leaf plan to use him and Ilya Samsonov as the playoffs approach. Plus the guys talk about Auston Matthews hand injury and his play of late, how Sheldon Keefe will handle the defensive pairings and how the Leaf will use Matthew Knies, if and when the US college hockey star signs with Toronto.Get up to 20 free meals with purchase plus free shipping on your first box at hellofresh.com/leaf20 with code Leaf20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Maple Leaf Jeff O'Neill, from Hayes, Noodles and the O-Dog on TSN 1050 joins Jonas and James on the latest Leaf Report. O-Dog, the star of the NHL trade deadline on TSN, discusses the Maple Leafs moves at the deadline, how the team shapes up leading into the playoffs and Jeff, Jonas and Mirtle take your questions on the pod-bag. Go to Indochino.com and use code AthleticNHL to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap the 2023 NHL trade deadline and the multiple moves that the Maple Leafs made leading up to March 3rd. The guys discuss the departure of Rasmus Sandin and Pierre Engval and the new additions Erik Gustafsson and Luke Schenn, who landed with Toronto this week, after Ryan O'Reilly, Noel Acciari, Sam Lafferty and Jake McCabe had previously joined the team in February. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James who are on the road in Seattle with the Maple Leafs, breakdown Toronto's latest deadline deal, which sees the buds acquire defenceman Jake McCabe and forward Sam Lafferty from Chicago. The guys discuss where the new players will draw into the Leafs lineup, what moves if any are left to be made and what the status of injured goalie Matt Murray and his huge cap hit is, with the deadline approaching fast. Plus the guys take your questions from the App and via twitter, in a spirited edition of the Leaf Report podbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James dissect the Maple Leafs big trade which saw them acquire Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari late Friday night. The guys discuss the impact of adding these players ahead of the playoffs, John Tavares' move to the wing, what line they see O'Reilly on long term and if the Leafs have anything left to deal ahead of the March 3rd trade deadline.Get up to 20 free meals with purchase plus free shipping on your first box at hellofresh.ca/Leaf20 with code Leaf20Take advantage of MANSCAPED®’s best valued bundle and save 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code NHL23 at Manscaped.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elliotte Friedman from Hockey Night in Canada and 32 Thoughts joins Jonas and Mirtle, 16 days ahead of the deadline to discuss the Maple Leafs wants and needs leading up to March 3rd. Plus the guys critique the play of possible Leaf targets Patrick Kane, Timo Meier, Vlad Gavrikov, Ivan Barbashev, Ryan O'Reilly, Luke Schenn and Tyler Bertuzzi ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-Bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Maple Leafs unofficial second half of the season ready to kick off on Friday night in Columbus, Jonas and James discuss the Maple Leafs salary cap and how it can be massaged for the buds to afford both a high end forward and defenceman. The guys debate the merits of dealing their first round pick or top prospect Matthew Knies, and they compare the NBA's trade deadline to the NHL's before dipping into a hefty Leaf Report Pod-bag, ahead of back to backs vs lowly Columbus, this weekend.Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/NHL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSN's Mark Masters joins Jonas and Mirtle to discuss the unofficial first half of the Maple Leafs season. The guys touch on the big picture issues surrounding the team, and if they should make it a priority to improve the goaltending, defence, and top and bottom 6 forwards.The guys look at some of the more attractive players available, including defenders Jake McCabe and Vladislav Gavrikov, and on the forward end, Tyler Bertuzzi, Ryan O'Reilly, Timo Meier and Travis Konecny and they wonder if the Leafs should give top prospect Matthew Knies a shot in the playoffs, ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look at the available defencemen that the Maple Leafs should target ahead of the trade deadline. The guys discuss the development of Timothy Liljegren and goalie Ilya Samsonov seizing his moment.The boys also talk about Sheldon Keefe's decision to reunite Auston Matthews with Mitch Marner and the pairing of William Nylander and John Taveres, ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report Podbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look at possible forward trade candidates for the Maple Leafs including Ryan O'Reilly, Bo Horvat and Max Domi. The guys discuss William Nylander's resurgence, how the team is stronger with Matthews and Nylander together and Tavares and Marner paired up, the injury to Nick Robertson and Bobby McMann's solid play in limited time for the big club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss Mitch Marner being named to the NHL all-star game and that William Nylander should be the next Leaf named to that squad, not Auston Matthews. With Matthews missing practice on Tuesday, they wonder if the star forward is again playing hurt. The guys praise Calle Järnkrok's goal scoring surge on the second line and we welcome Cam Charron, freelance contributor to The Athletic's NHL coverage. Cam worked in the Maple Leafs front office for eight years as a hockey research analyst and he takes your questions and discusses the growth of analytics in hockey and his time with the Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first new Leaf Report of the new year, Jonas and James talk about the up and down play of the Maple Leafs of late, Auston Matthews becoming the fastest Leaf to record 500 career points, Michael Bunting's red hot roll of late, William Nylander's dominant season Sheldon Keefe's decision to start the third line in overtime and the recent struggles of Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov in goal. Subscribe to The Athletic Hockey Show on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@theathletichockeyshowRight now, you can get a 1-year subscription to The Athletic for just $2 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshowRocket MoneyCancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/AthleticAthletic Greens Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/nhl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the final Leaf Report of 2022, Jonas and James look back on the recent play of the Maple Leafs including a solid effort in a 4-1 win over Tampa on Tuesday. The guys address the trade of Denis Malgin to Colorado for Dryden Hunt, the return of Calle Järnkrok and if Toronto should be in the market for a defender or a top 6 forward before the deadline.Plus the guys discuss how Conor Timmins has fit in, the rejuvenated Pierre Engvall, Alex Kerfoot and David Kampf line and we look ahead to home heavy schedule in January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the red hot Maple Leafs who have gone 13-1-4 in their past 18 games, led by Mitch Marner's 21 game point streak, the goaltending duo of Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, the unsung heroes of the Maple Leafs defence, the injury to Nick Robertson, Pierre Engvall's date with player safety and the return of TJ Brodie to the Leafs blue line, all ahead of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look back on a very successful month for the Maple Leafs in which they went 11-1-3 led by Mitch Marner who tied a club record scoring a point in 18 straight games.The guys discuss the goalies, the defensive play, Auston Matthews quietly effective season and when new acquisition Conor Timmins might draw into the lineup, ahead of an extended edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Maple Leafs reach the twenty game mark on the season, Jonas and James discuss the teams struggles in overtime, the Morgan Rielly injury which could keep the Leafs best defender on the sidelines along with TJ Brodie and Jake Muzzin and Auston Matthews ice time. Plus the boys discuss Nick Robertson's continued banishment to the press box, John Tavares' effectiveness on the Powerplay and the Jonas and Mirtle take your questions in another edition of the pod-bag ahead of games vs New Jersey, Minnesota and Pittsburgh this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Hall of Fame weekend wraps up, Jonas and James stick tap Börje Salming and the Maple Leafs for honouring the franchises best defencemen of all time. The guys discuss the decision to split up Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner and how Erik Källgren fared, getting back to back starts against Pittsburgh and Vancouver.Plus the guys analyze the play of newcomers Calle Järnkrok and Zach Aston-Reese, the debut of Jordie Benn on the blue-line, and provide an update on TJ Brodie ahead of the Leafs road game on Tuesday in Pittsburgh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the heels of a triumphant weekend for the Maple Leafs, Jonas and James look back on a couple of statement games against Boston and Carolina on Saturday and Sunday.The guys praise the return of Timothy Liljegren, the surprising decision to waive Nicolas Aubé-Kubel, the successful pairing of TJ Brodie and Justin Holl on the second unit and the lack of goaltending depth in the organization after the injury to Ilya Samsonov and the signing of Keith Petruzzelli.Plus the guys take your questions in the Leaf Report Pod-Bag ahead of the Leafs home game rematch vs Vegas on Tuesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On all Hallows' eve, Jonas and James recap the nightmarish five game road trip which saw the Maple Leafs go 1-2-2, including Sunday night and another third period collapse, this time against the bottom feeding Anaheim Ducks.The guys discuss coach Sheldon Keefe's decision to bench Mitch Marner for a couple of shifts, the relationship between the star player and the coach, the brutal defensive play from the Maple Leafs, how the lineup changes worked out for the team on the weekend, and the roster that General Manager Kyle Dubas has constructed for Keefe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the struggles of the Maple Leafs number one forward unit, the ineffectiveness of the third and fourth lines, Justin Holl and the defence deficiency and on the plus side, the strong start to the season from Captain John Tavares and William Nylander.Plus the guys critique the play of goalie Ilya Samsonov so far, and they provide an update on the potential season ending injury to Jake Muzzin, ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look back on the disappointing effort against Arizona on Monday night, the controversial hand pass call and the continuing search for a solution to the Maple Leafs second line, defensive pairings and goaltending issues.The guys also discuss the injuries to Matt Murray and Jake Muzzin and the subsequent call-ups Victor Mete, Nick Robertson and Wayne Simmonds and how and when they might be inserted into the lineup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James get together for an in-person recording of the Leaf Report, fresh off the Maple Leafs home opening win over Washington on Thursday night. The guys analyze the goaltending, the forward units, the defensive pairings, penalty kill and power-play and how the additions of Järnkrok, Aston-Reese, Aubé-Kube, Malgin, Murray and Samsonov have fit in so far, ahead of game three vs the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the eve of opening night in Montreal, Jonas and James breakdown the Maple Leafs 20 man roster, their cap limitations, saying goodbye to Wayne Simmonds and why Nick Robertson isn't on the opening night roster. The guys discuss new Maple Leafs Denis Malgin, Zach Aston-Reese, Nicolas Aubé-Kubel, Calle Järnkrok, Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, the four dollars they have remaining on their cap and possibly opening up the season short-handed if Captain John Tavares is unable to play on Wednesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James praise the training camp and pre-season for winger Nick Robertson and where he best fits in on the roster. The guys project how the rest of the team will shape up, they comment on the signing of Rasmus Sandin and look ahead to contract extensions for Auston Matthews and William Nylander, ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag.Subscribe to The Athletic Hockey Show on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BKz27u Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James tackle a number of issues as training camp for the Maple Leafs is well underway. The boys take a closer look at Ilya Samsonov, Denis Malgin, Jordie Benn, Victor Mete, Calle Järnkrok, Adam Gaudette, Nick Robertson, Zach Aston-Reese and Nicolas Aube-Kubel have faired so far in camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Johnston joins James and Jonas to discuss the contract extension for Nathan MacKinnon and how it will affect Auston Matthews. CJ provides an update on the ongoing contract negotiations between the Leafs and Rasmus Sandin's camp, the injuries to Timothy Liljegren and Pierre Engvall and how it will affect the teams cap, and GM Kyle Dubas, without a contract for next season.Plus the guys answer your burning Maple Leaf questions in another edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the season premiere of the Leaf Report, Jonas and James tackle the nine biggest storylines ahead of Maple Leafs training camp, including the fourth line, the salary cap numbers crunch, who will skate with John Tavares, will Rasmus Sandin sign and and how the new goaltending tandem of Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov will work out.Plus, it's a jam packed pod-bag as James and Jonas take your questions as the new season of the Leaf Report officially kicks off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and Mirtle welcome Sean McIndoe, Down Goes Brown from the Athletic to the season finale of the Leaf Report.DGB, Mirtle and Jonas go down an awesome rabbit hole, looking back on past Maple Leaf front office failures and relating those nightmare stories to how the current front office has done this off-season.The guys discuss the goaltending duo of Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, the possible offer sheet coming to Rasmus Sandin, the long term deal signed by depth player Calle Järnkrok and if Justin Holl and Alex Kerfoot will be in training camp with the Leafs, or traded before then to create cap space for Sandin's return.To wrap the season, the boys answer Leaf Report listeners questions in the final Pod-bag of the year.Fear not Leaf fans, if Toronto makes another substantial move this summer, we will fire up the podcast machine to keep you informed and entertained. Until then, have a safe and enjoyable summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs activity during free agency, acquiring Matt Murray via trade, and signing Ilya Samsonov, Nicolas Aube-Kubel, Adam Gaudette, Victor Mete and Jordie Benn as free agents.Jonas and Mirtle debate if the Leafs are any better after these player acquisitions, the relationship between the Leafs and Rasmus Sandin, and we wrap the podcast with breaking news, as Calle Järnkrok signs a 4 year deal at 2.1 million per season with the Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James look back on the 2022 NHL draft, discuss the trade of Petr Mrazek to Chicago and the Leafs being linked to Ottawa goalie Matt Murray.Mirtle and Jonas look at the future of Rasmus Sandin, Ondrej Kase and Pierre Engvall in Toronto and take a look at players who might be available ahead of the qualifying offer deadline on Monday afternoon ahead of a pre NHL free agent Leaf pod mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the contract extension for blueliner Timothy Liljegren, what it means for Rasmus Sandin's contract negotiations, and weather Rasmus can adjust to the right side defence when he signs. The guys take a look at goaltending options including Marc-Andre Fleury, Ville Husso and Alexandar Georgiev, and Jonas and James stick tap Hart Trophy winner Auston Matthews and Stanley Cup champion Nazem Kadri.Josh Kloke stops by to help preview the NHL draft and who the Leafs might be gunning for with the 25th selection overall. Plus Mirtle and Jonas answer your questions in another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-Bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James tackle the Maple Leafs most pressing off-season need: goaltending. The guys discuss what it would take to bring Jack Campbell back to the fold, and if not Soup, then who are the most realistic goaltending options for the Maple Leafs.The guys discuss the challenges of re-signing RFA's Pierre Engvall and Ondrej Kase and if the Leafs will end up unloading Petr Mrazek, with Chicago and Buffalo being the prime candidates to take on that contract and how Kyle Dubas will be hunting non tendered players again this off-season. Plus, we wrap this edition with the Pod-bag with Leaf fans curious as to what the players do in the off-season, Alex Kerfoot trade rumours and if Josh Ho-Sang will ever make the big team? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James look back on Brendan Shanahan, Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe's press conference after the Leafs were eliminated in seven games to Tampa Bay and take a look at some of the pressing concerns for the team this off-season including possibly moving John Tavares to the wing, re-signing Ilya Mikheyev, finding a right handed shot defender to play with Morgan Rielly, strengthening the fourth line, shoring up the goaltending and gaining much needed cap space. Plus the guys stick tap the team re-signing Mark Giordano to a team friendly deal and wonder what the future holds for Wayne Simmonds and Jason Spezza in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look back on the Maple Leafs 2-1, game seven loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday night and the first round series with the defending Stanley Cup champions overall. The guys discuss the failure of the power-play which ultimately may have cost the Leafs the series, the officiating, which players the team needs to bring back, and which ones they might have to turn the page on, and why it isn't yet, time to blow up the core of this team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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