The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

Fresh off the Maple Leafs game 4 win over the Canadiens, James and Jonas discuss the impact and leadership of William Nylander, yes, that William Nylander, so far in the playoffs. The guys also tap their sticks for the play of Alex Galchenyuk, Alex Kerfoot, Jack Campbell and the old guys, Joe Thornton, Zach Bogosian and Jason Spezza. Plus the guys answer your questions in the playoff podbag, including sitting Sandin for Dermott, why Freddy wasn't given to start the second game of the back to back, and where you slot Foligno when he returns from his injury, with the Kerfoot, Nylander and Galchenyuk rolling.James and Jonas return with another new Leaf Report Friday, after game five vs Montreal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap the Maple Leafs game one loss to Montreal, and the horrific injury to captain John Tavares. The guys discuss who, if anyone might replace JT in the lineup at second line centre, and the guys tackle 'the code', as Nick Foligno dropped the gloves with Corey Perry. We analyze the addition of Rasmus Sandin on the struggling Maple Leafs power-play, praise Jack Campbell's effort and take your questions in another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Montreal Canadiens in the playoffs for the first time since 1979, as the Stanley Cup playoffs kick off for Toronto on Thursday night. Jonas and James discuss the unique way Auston Matthews goes about scoring goals and how the Canadiens might try to contain him.Siegel and Mirtle go deep on what Tavares and Nylander will be able to provide with Nick Foligno on their line this Spring and they guys try to find a solution for the ongoing struggles of the powerplay. Plus, Kamloops native Riley Nash is set to make his Leafs debut on the 3rd line and the guys wonder how Jack Campbell matches up with Carey Price. Just ahead of another edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag, Jonas and James discuss the pressure on the Leafs to finally win around of playoff hockey, for the first time since 2004. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part Three of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s expansion into the U.K., how the team got through the shutdown of sports and challenges that lay ahead. Writers, Marcus Thompson, Anthony Slater, Zach Harper and David Aldridge give their thoughts on that process as well.For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part Two of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s first steps into the marketplace. The challenges they met selling this idea to investors, and journalists they were trying to recruit, specifically with the expansion into the Bay Area. Writers, Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater give their thoughts on that process as well.For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part One of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode we hear from The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann about how they met, how an idea for better sports coverage materialized into a significant media player in the sports landscape and the spirit at the heart of The Athletic’s culture. For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Maple Leafs and Canadiens set to matchup in the playoffs for the first time in 42 years, The Athletic's Maple Leaf and Canadiens podcasts team up to discuss the long awaited series.Arpon Basu and Marc-Antoine Godin from Le Support Athlétique, and James Mirtle and Jonas Seigel from the Leaf Report preview the series, including goaltending, containing Auston Matthews, the Corey Perry factor and special teams.Plus, the guys provide their X-factors for the series, including Josh Anderson, Cole Caufield, Rasmus Sandin and William Nylander, ahead of the series that Hab and Leaf fans have been waiting a generation to happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a deep dive into why the Maple Leafs were able to win the North Division, including the teams general health, Kyle Dubas' productive off-season which garnered TJ Brodie, Joe Thornton, Wayne Simmonds and Zach Bogosian. Plus, the guys discuss the emergence of Jack Campbell in goal, the Sheldon Keefe factor and the magic of Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner.The guys provide injury updates for Nick Foligno, Zach Hyman and Frederik Andersen and how the Leafs might use them once they are cleared to return to play.To wrap up, as always, Mirtle and Jonas answer your questions, in another edition of the Leaf Report's POD-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the magic of Matthews and Marner as the duo continue to lead the Maple Leafs. the guys take a look at how Nick Foligno's injury might impact the Leafs, especially with Zack Hyman out of the lineup.Mirtle marvels at the solid play of Jack Campbell, though Jonas isn't convinced he can lug the mail longterm. The guys discuss what Frederik Andersen's return could mean for Toronto. To wrap the podcast, Mirtle & Jonas open up the Leaf Report Pod-bag and answer questions on Sandin's emergence, who the Leafs want in the first round, and a lot more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of the Leaf Report, the guys discuss the transformation of Joe Thornton as an aggressive high energy bottom 6 player. In fact, the Maple Leafs have become more of a multi faceted team, adding grit and sandpaper to the teams skill and speed, shaping the teams identity.Plus we look at how Nick Foligno has fit in with the team, John Tavares and William Nylander's resurgence, the loss of Zach Bogosian to injury and Rasmus Sandin's emergence into the top 6 of the defence.Jonas and James also take a look at Freddy Andersen's return to practice, and as always, finish the podcast with your questions answered in the Leaf Report pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the Leaf Report, Jonas and James discuss the poor effort from David Rittich Monday night and the recent struggles of Jack Campbell, as the Maple Leafs wait for the injured Frederik Anderson.The guys take a look at the Leafs injury concerns with Zach Hyman, Ilya Mikheyev and Zach Bogosian banged up, where Nick Foligno slots in to the lineup and the Maple Leafs new defensive pairings.Plus Jonas and James answer your questions in an extended edition of the Leaf Report Pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hockey Insider Chris Johnston from Sportsnet joins Jonas and James to look back on a productive deadline for Kyle Dubas and the Toronto Maple Leafs. The guys discuss why Nick Foligno was a better fit with this team than Taylor Hall. Jonas, James and CJ project what the lineup might look like with the new additions, and might lose playing time because of the new players.Plus CJ sticks around to answer your questions on another edition of the Leaf Report Pod-Bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elliotte Friedman from Hockey Night in Canada joins Jonas and James 5 days ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. The guys discuss what the trade landscape across the NHL looks like, specifically for the Toronto Maple Leafs.Even with Jack Campbell on a historic run for the Leafs, with Frederik Andersen injured, will the Leafs trade for goalie depth before Monday at 3pm ET? The guys discuss possible forward adds, including Alex Iafallo, Taylor Hall, Nick Foligno to compliment the Tavares/Nylander line. and who the depth defencemen that the Leafs might be looking at.Friedge also participates in this weeks edition of the POD-bag, answering Leaf Report listener questions on Andersen, past trade deadlines and his infamous hair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Maple Leaf Carlo Colaiacovo, the cohost of First Up on TSN 1050 Toronto, joins Jonas and James to discuss the Maple Leafs win over Winnipeg on Wednesday and what the team needs, ahead of this season's trade deadline.Carlo, James and Jonas discuss adding goaltending depth, with Freddy Andersen's health an uncertainty. The guys also take a look at areas of need at third line centre, a top 6 winger, and defensive depth.Plus, the guys take your questions on another edition of the Leaf Pod-bag on analytics, Carlo shares the story of when Jason Spezza fought him and we hear the story behind hockey's most famous GIF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the solid play of Jack Campbell in net, and if he is ready to assume the number one position in goal for the Maple Leafs. The boys also take a look at possible replacements for Freddy Andersen. The guys also discuss possible forward additions ahead of the trade deadline including Mikael Grandlund, Alex Iafallo, Kyle Palmieri and Eric Staal. Andi Petrillo, the host of Leafs Lunch on TSN 1050 Toronto joins Jonas and James to give her impressions on the Maple Leafs, her love for Freddy Andersen, her run ins with Jonas on the beat and when she began covering the Maple Leafs. Plus, AP sticks around for the POD-Bag and takes your questions on the Leafs bottom 6, her favourite interview and if John Tavares will figure out his 5 on 5 play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James welcome Down Goes Brown to discuss the Maple Leafs slump which has extended to a 1-5 record in their past 6 games after a couple of weekend losses to Winnipeg and Ottawa.With the Leafs reeling, and off until Friday for a home game vs Calgary, James and Jonas play is this real, fake or in between with The Athletic's Down Goes Brown. The guys tackle the Leafs goaltending woes, and who the team could acquire to upgrade ahead of the playoffs. Plus the guys provide their thoughts on John Tavares, Zach Hyman, Joe Thornton and the penalty kill.Plus, the guys take your questions, ALONG WITH DGB in the weekly podbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James dissect the play of Auston Matthews since his return from a wrist injury, and if he should be playing right now.The guys look at Nylander and Tavares who are trending up, the effectiveness of the 'MEH' line and how the Leafs match up vs the Winnipeg Jets this week.Plus, James and Jonas praise the work of Jimmy Vesey and we discuss possible trade additions, 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 3-0 blanking over Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, their second straight shutout on the road in Edmonton, which puts the Leafs at an NHL best, 17-4-2 record.Mirtle and Seigel discuss William Nylander's turnaround, the improved defence, the emergence of the MEH line, the clutch play of Michael Hutchinson, and how the Leafs are getting it done without Auston Matthews and Frederik Andersen in the lineup.Plus the boys have a surprise Quote of the Week from the Golden Globes, and we answer your questions in another edition of the pod-bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maple Leaf super fan Steve 'Dangle' Glynn of the Steve Dangle Podcast, joins Jonas and James to discuss the monster seasons from Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, and if this Leaf team might be the best in franchise history. Dangle makes the case for Matthews winning the Hart, and he shares with the boys who he has more concern for, Nylander or Tavares?Jonas and James look back on the Leafs disappointing 3-0 loss to Calgary on Monday, the rash of injuries to the team, and who of Freddy Andersen, Jumbo Joe, Zach Hyman and Jake Muzzin do they miss the most?Plus the boys dip into the podbag and answer your most pressing Maple Leaf questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap the Maple Leafs ugliest loss of the season, a 6-5 OT loss to Ottawa in which they lead 5-1 after 2 periods of play. The guys discuss what to do with John Tavares and William Nylander, should they be split up, with Nylander pairing with Matthews and Marner skating with the Captain? The guys also praise the work of Auston Matthews this season, who might be the best player in the NHL right now.Jonas & Mirtle talk about how Freddy Andersen looks fatigued and with back to back games vs Ottawa later in the week, that pretty much will guarantee that Michael Hutchinson will get his first start of the season on Thursday.The guys take a look at trade possibilities involving Mikael Grandlund, Eric Staal and Sam Bennett, as the team struggles to find combinations that work on their third line.Finally the guys take your questions in the latest Leaf Report Podbag on subjects including the fourth line, Vesey, Hutch, Engvall and the newly acquired Alex Galchenyuk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Maple Leafs rolling with an NHL best 11-2-1 record, Jonas and James discuss Auston Matthews season and if he is a Hart Trophy candidate. Will Toronto bias in Canada prevent Matthews from getting the votes he needs? Does it matter?Plus the guys take a look at the Maple Leafs defence, and how the coaching staff has heavily relied on the top two pairings of Rielly/Brodie and Holl/Muzzin. Jonas and James look at solutions to the ineffective third line and they answer listener questions on Vesey, Barabanov, where Jumbo will slot when he returns, and the guys debate the best tasting skittle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the 10 game mark of the season for the Maple Leafs, Jonas and James wonder if the Leafs are meeting or exceeding expectations with the best record in the North Division and overall in the NHL. The guys take a look at the struggles of the Tavares line 5 on 5, the lack of scoring from lines 3 and 4 as a whole, and what to do with Rasmus Sandin and Mikko Lehtonen as they try to make their way into the Maple Leafs top 6. Plus hear what coach Sheldon Keefe has to say about Lehtonen's play in Quote of the week, and the guys have another edition of the 'Podbag' as they answer listener/reader questions on the Leafs, music and more via twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James discuss the Maple Leafs win over Calgary on Sunday afternoon, the return of Auston Matthews and if the Leafs should reshuffle their forward units in a new Leaf Report.Plus the guys ask if there is a trade to be made, the solid play of backup Jack Campbell and we debut a new feature, Maple Leaf quote of the week: Auston Matthews reveals that his injury that caused him to miss a game is to his hand, not his back..The guys wrap the podcast, answering questions via twitter as we look ahead to Tuesday's rematch in Calgary vs the Flames. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look at the dominance of the number one line with Matthews and Marner, and how Thornton and Hyman have fit in. The guys discuss the explosive start to the season for a rejuvenated John Tavares and take a look at future goalie assignments and praise Freddy Andersen for his best game of the season in the win over Winnipeg.Plus James explains the reasoning behind placing Spezza on waivers, and how the team gambled and lost on Aaron Dell.To wrap the podcast, James and Jonas answer Leaf Podcast listener questions including how long the Leafs will play the 11 forward, 7 defence lineup, what's up with Sandin and who has been the most impactful new Leaf so far this season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James have an actual game to dissect on this edition of the Leaf Report! The boys breakdown the Maple Leafs home win vs the Habs in the season premier, and how the core four performed. The guys discuss Jumbo's ice time, the Brodie/Rielly duo and the struggles of the 3rd and 4th line, and the 2nd and 3rd defensive pairings.Plus Jonas and James pitch roster options that are already hindered with the Leafs carrying Aaron Dell on their active roster, and very little room with respect to the cap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James breakdown the Maple Leafs ahead of the first game of the season, Wednesday evening at home vs the Montreal Canadiens.The guys take a look at how Jumbo will fit in on the 1st line, Travis Dermott outplaying Mikko Lehtonen to win a full time soot on defence, how the new look power-play units shape up and Fredrik Andersen looking to have a better regular season. Jonas and James also discuss coach Sheldon Keefe, and the pressure on Brendan Shanahan and Kyle Dubas, as the Leafs look to win a round or two in the playoffs for the first time in 17 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James return with the first Leaf Report of 2021. The guys discuss Sheldon Keefe's new look top nine, with Jumbo Joe Thornton on the first unit with Matthews and Marner, and Nylander and Vesey skating with JT. The guys dissect the new look defensive third line with Kerfoot, Mikheyev and Hyman and if they can generate enough offence to stay effective. Jonas and James also take a look at the Leafs rebuilt defensive pair and how a better regular season mentality will transfer over to a stronger playoff effort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Burke the former President and General Manager of the Maple Leafs, and now a best selling author and studio analyst for Sportsnet joins James and Jonas to promote his book Burke's Law. Burkie looks back at his time in Toronto and shares stories on Phil Kessel, Ron Wilson, Randy Carlyle, Lou Lamoriello and many more. Burkie also shares his thoughts on one of the newest maple leafs, defender T.J. Brodie on the final Leaf Report of 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Hendrick the Maple Leafs legendary rink side host, joins Jonas and James to discuss his career covering the Maple Leafs and his reason to step down from covering the team this past summer. Plus, Henny, James and Jonas discuss the strength and weaknesses of the current roster, and Henny tells the boys about his new podcast 'The first question' and he answers listener questions as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Masters from TSN hockey joins Jonas and James on a new Leaf Report as the guys present three curiosities each on the new Maple Leafs season will play out. Among the issues at hand include the impact of Joe Thornton in the Leafs dressing room and on the ice, how much better can Matthews, Marner and Nylander get? How Sheldon Keefe handles his first full NHL season as the Leafs bench boss, and how the goaltending will play out in this shortened season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James analyze the Maple Leaf fan survey 2.0 with some surprising results on what off-season signing you didn't like, should the Leafs have moved on from Freddy Andersen, how many points the team will get next season and who joins Brodie, Rielly and Muzzin in the top 4 on defence?Plus James and Jonas discuss who the Leafs biggest challenger will be in the proposed all Canadian Division. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Johnston, Senior Hockey Writer at Sportsnet and contributor to Hockey Night in Canada, joins Jonas and James to discuss the Leafs off-season so far. The guys analyze the additions of Joe Thornton, TJ Brodie, Wayne Simmonds and Jimmy Vesey. Plus they look at the four goalies on the Leafs roster, led by Frederik Andersen and Jonas and James take your Leaf questions via twitter to CJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James return to discuss the Maple Leafs latest transaction, signing future hall of fame centre Joe Thornton. The guy discuss what Jumbo will bring to the team, where he might lineup and why he decided that Toronto was his best opportunity to win a Stanley Cup.Plus, Jonas and James dip into the Leaf Report mailbag, and answer listener questions on Freddy Anderson, the Leafs depth, if Jumbo will ever play with Matthews, Ilya Mikheyev arbitration case and a lot more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an active Thanksgiving weekend by the Maple Leafs, Jonas and James return with a new Leaf Report, discussing the Leafs signing Zach Bogosian, Travis Boyd, Jimmy Vesey and acquiring Joey Anderson from New Jersey for Andreas Johnsson.The guys discuss if the Leafs are better after these moves, if a defensemen might need to be moved out now, concerns about goaltending depth, the potential all Canadian division and who might be next on the Leafs shopping list? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle discuss the free agent deals that the Leafs made on day one of free agency with Wayne Simmonds and TJ Bodie joining the blue and white. The Leafs are now just south of 4 million dollars over the cap. Jonas and James discuss what the Leafs next moves should be, to get into cap compliance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James recap an epic two day NHL draft which saw the Maple Leafs draft 12 new players in 7 rounds. The guys discuss first pick Rodion Amirov, and the Leafs decision to continue to draft small players.Plus the guys tackle the Leafs decision not to qualify Frederik Gauthier, Evan Rodrigues and Jeremy Bracco. The guys discuss the somewhat surprising decision by Kyle Clifford who declined to sign a three year extension, and what players the Leafs should be targeting in free agency, that can help on the 4th line and the penalty kill.Jonas and James also debate which defensive defensemen the team should go after, to compliment mainstays Morgan Rielly and Jake Muzzin on the blue line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James are back! The boys analyze the Maple Leafs hiring of Manny Malhotra as Sheldon Keefe's newest assistant coach, and the surprise that maybe it wasn't someone with a little more experience behind the bench.Plus the guys answer the five biggest questions concerning the Maple Leafs right now. Should the team make a pitch for St. Louis Blues Captain Alex Pietrangelo? What Maple Leafs are untouchable? If they decide to trade another forward, who should it be? Plus, should Toronto trade their first round pick? Finally, will the Leafs be an improved team in three weeks after the draft and free agency? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James forecast a busy two months for Kyle Dubas and the Toronto Maple Leafs front office this fall. Jonas present his list of what players are attractive to the Leafs in free agency and in trade, with the boys taking a deep dive on blue line help, including Alex Pietrangelo, Dougie Hamilton, TJ Brodie and Jonas Brodin. The guy also discuss possible replacements for Frederik Andersen in goal, including Robin Lehner, Matt Murray and Jacob Markstrom. Plus, what forwards could be brought in, if the Leafs move the likes of William Nylander, Alex Kerfoot, Andreas Johnsson and Pierre Engvall this off-season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle discuss the Maple Leafs first big trade of the off-season, as Kyle Dubas deals Kasperi Kapanen to Pittsburgh for the 15th overall selection in the 2020 Draft. The Leafs also received RFA Evan Rodrigues, prospect Filip Hallander and minor leaguer David Warsofsky in the deal.Jonas and James look at who else might be moved this off-season by Kyle Dubas including Frederik Andersen, Andreas Johnsson and Alexander Kerfoot, and how vital it is for the Leafs to gain cap space over the next couple of seasons in the flat cap era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James return with a recap of the Maple Leafs season ending media availability, and a defensive Kyle Dubas, as the current roster that he constructed needs some tweaks to be able to compete for a long playoff run. The guys discuss the future of Frederik Andersen and Kasperi Kapenen in Maple Leaf uniforms, and if the core four needs an adjustment.Plus the guys debate the trades with Colorado and Ottawa last summer which brought the Leafs Tyson Barrie, Alex Kerfoot and Cody Ceci, and the ongoing cap issues for the Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James unpack the five game series loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, with disappointing efforts from some of the Leafs high end players, their lack of defence, lack of scoring on the bottom two lines and all the moves coach Sheldon Keefe misfired on. James and Jonas discuss the many changes that Kyle Dubas will need to make this off-season. Some of the many pieces that may have played their final game with Toronto, include UFA's Tyson Barrie and Cody Ceci, and mainstays Frederik Andersen, Kasperi Kapenen, and Alexander Kerfoot. Plus James wonders if a bigger move might be on the horizon, excluding Auston Matthews and John Tavares, perhaps Mitch Marner and William Nylander and anyone on the blue line which could add grit and size to this lineup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James present a special Saturday edition of the podcast, discussing the Maple Leafs improbable come from behind overtime victory vs the Columbus Blue Jackets in the game four elimination game.The boys discuss the emergence of Auston Matthews as a leader, the formation of the super line and the Jason Spezza fight that cued the comeback.Plus the guys look at the lines and D pairings and how they faired in game 4, and what Sheldon Keefe should do ahead of game 5, Sunday night in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off the Maple Leafs implosion in the pivotal game 3 overtime loss to Columbus, Jonas and James breakdown where it all went wrong. The guys discuss Sheldon Keefe's strong, tough comments on his teams game three performance, the struggles of the Maple Leafs defence, the ineffective third line, Mitch Marner continuing to look lost out on the ice and needing a big save from Freddy Andersen.The guys discuss what the Leafs have to do to regroup and rebound tonight, to force a game five, including extending Morgan Rielly's ice time, revamping the third line, and competing for a full 60 minutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James breakdown the Leafs win over Columbus, led by the Captain, John Tavares and number one centre Auston Matthews. Sheldon Keefe swapped Nylander and Marner on the 1st and 2nd line and the Leafs got their first win of the series.Arguably, the Maple Leafs best defenseman Jake Muzzin suffered potentially a serious injury, James and Jonas discuss what Muzzin's absence will mean to this lineup, and which defender steps in to replace him?The guys dissect the floundering power play, the struggles of Alex Kerfoot, Nick Robertson the 4th line and Ilya Mikheyev plus a bounce back game from Cody Ceci.With game three Thursday evening, the guys talk about the important of duplicating game two's effort and avoiding their recent history of a Jekyll and Hyde team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James break down the Buds game one loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. The guys discuss the Leafs unease having to compete with a gritty defensive team like the Blue Jackets, and the ineffectiveness of Mitch Marner, William Nylander and John Tavares in game one, which was not the case for Auston Matthews max effort. James and Jonas continue to debate the need to breakup the pairing of Morgan Rielly and Cody Ceci, as that defensive unit isn't clicking. Finally, will coach Sheldon Keefe have changes up his sleeve as urgency to be proactive is paramount in this short series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TSN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro joins Jonas and James as the NHL's return to play, commencing with the 24 team play in tournament is only 10 days away.Ray discusses the set up in the hub cities of Edmonton and Toronto for the players, the media and what it will look like for the fans watching at home on TV.Plus, Ray, Jonas and James discuss how the Leafs looked at camp, how they matchup with Columbus, who on the Blue Jackets the team should look out for, and what Maple Leafs need to step up their game to lead the Leafs to a playoff spot this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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