The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

Jonas and James recap an exciting game one between the Maple Leafs and Washington Capitals, and look ahead to game 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Toronto on tap for its first playoff series since the lockout-shortened season, Jonas and James gauge how the Leafs and Capitals stack up, It's the Stanley Cup Playoff preview! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Maple Leafs' post-season aspirations all but a reality, Jonas and James discuss what impact the team's lack of playoff experience may have. The guys take a look at some of the pros and cons of potential playoff opponents, update player award favourites, discuss Zaitsev's rumoured contract extension and share thoughts on the team's strict player policies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Auston Matthews officially in the Maple Leaf history books, Jonas and James take a closer look at just how substantial these rookie records are. They boys also make early picks on some NHL Award favourites, discuss Frederik Andersen's injury and the job Curtis McElhinney has done in relief, take a look at playoff odds and answer a twitter question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James dive right in with the Babsocks "Babcock Quote of the Week", analyzing Babcock's recent changes on the blue line. The boys take a look at the streaky nature of certain players and the team as a whole, discuss 4th line usage with the addition of Brian Boyle and break down the playoff race. That and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James take a look at the remnants of the Maple Leafs team that lost round one of the 2013 playoffs, and discuss whether that losing "funk" remains in any capacity with the current team. With uncertainty surrounding the blue line, the guys take a look at Morgan Rielly's season to date and gauge what kind of impact his development in a hockey-crazy city like Toronto has had. The debate rages on over optimal line mates for Auston Matthews, and leads to potential line combos for next season...including which Marlies could find themselves with the big club and other potential roster moves. The guys also weigh in on the team's performance at trade deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Matthews/Laine debate rages on, Jonas and James add their two cents, and question whether or not Mitch Marner can enter that conversation. The boys discuss Marner's absence from the line up and how Josh Leivo/Nazem Kadri have stepped up. James also shares highlights and thoughts from his conversation with Lou Lamoriello. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With uncertainty looming over the Marner injury, Jonas and James consider the potential impact his removal from the line up would have. The boys also discuss how Toronto's goaltending will need to be better with a number of back-to-back situations forthcoming, and reflect on the Dion Phaneuf trade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Among the topics of the latest Leaf Report, Jonas and James discuss Toronto's inability to hold a lead, whether or not Morgan Rielly can fulfill #1 defender duties and William Nylander's sneaky-good season. The boys also take a look at Toronto's record against good teams vs. bad teams and whether or not "Marner for Team Canada 2018" is a pipe dream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New sponsor: Babsocks! On the "heels" of NHL All-Star festivities, Jonas and James discuss how the ceiling continues to rise for Auston Matthews. The race for a playoff spot is as tight as ever in the East, but what is Toronto's biggest question mark heading into the final stretch? The boys also take a look at the Calder race and detail our new partner, Babsocks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two games away from the All-Star break, Nazem Kadri has tied his career-high in goals, Jonas and James break down how his usage has led to his success. The boys also discuss the the impact healthy diets can have on the performance of aging athletes and debate whether or not Matthews is a shoe-in as team's scoring leader by season's end. Some thoughts on whether or not Kevin Shattenkirk and other rumoured trade bait would be a good fit in Toronto as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Leafs losing Morgan Rielly to injury,Jonas and James discuss how the D pairings will be affected. Should Toronto pursue the likes of Kevin Shattenkirk, one of trade deadline's "big fish", in order to offset the loss? If not, what other options are available? The boys also dive into the philosophy of a rookie-heavy team, debating the advantages of having numerous players on cap-friendly contracts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Leafs on their five-day bye, Jonas and James compare preseason expectations to mid-season realities. The boys discuss the acquisition of Curtis McElhinney on the heels of the Jhonas Enroth trade, and weigh in on Auston Matthews' All-Star nomination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auston Matthews is officially on a tear following his OT game winner against Detroit in the Centennial Classic. But what is his ceiling? Jonas and James deliberate comparable players and potential point totals for Toronto's top centre. He's not the only Leaf turning heads, as Frederik Andersen has fully emerged as the top backstop Toronto traded for...which leads to our @LeafReport twitter question: How many Maple Leafs should be sent to the 2017 All-Star game? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the New Years edition of the Leaf Report, Jonas and James recount their most memorable Maple Leafs stories from 2016, and reflect on some of the moments that have led to the team's turnaround. The boys also look ahead to 2017, forecasting player production and potential roster moves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's just about Christmas so Jonas and James discuss whether or not Auston Matthews has become the dominant center Mike Babcock predicted. What is Matthews' ceiling? Who is he comparable to? Who should his line mates be? Who should he be matched up against? The boys share their thoughts on the Byron Froese call up and weigh in on Frank Corrado. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James provide their assessment of the Maple Leafs through one quarter of the season. The guys also discuss best and worst decisions so far, touch on Marner's demotion, the Peter Holland trade, and take a look at the team's continual development under Mike Babcock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's projection time as the boys take a realistic shot at some player point totals come season's end. The Leafs' most glaring weakness comes on the blue line but what will it cost to address that need? Jonas and James also discuss the psyche of Nikita Zaitsev and break down Babcock's D-pairings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the midst of a 7-0 trouncing at the hand of the Kings, Mike Babcock did some line juggling. Has the line structure and assigned roles worked out for the Head Coach so far? Is Leo Komarov a long-term fixture for the organization? The boys bounce around a number of questionable fits on the roster and take a look at some of the positives/negatives from the top rookies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Maple Leafs rookies blowing expectations out of the water, Jonas and James discuss how best the veterans can be used to compliment. The boys also share thoughts on the performances of Toronto’s new-look goaltending tandem, and discuss what conclusions can be drawn from the team’s inability to hold a lead in the third period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back and have tons to talk about! What to make of Toronto's fresh, young roster? How will the acquisition of Frederik Andersen play out? Jonas and James break it all down. It's your Toronto Maple Leafs 2016/2017 season primer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the off-season officially in full swing, Jonas and James discuss the most pressing issues for the rebuilding Maple Leafs. Is Frederik Andersen the answer between the pipes? What other acquisitions are plausible in what is likely to be a very busy draft and free agency period for the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With trade deadline right around the corner, Jonas and James discuss how the Leafs have been creative in shedding salary from the roster. Which players will survive the cull? Which players are most likely to be dealt at the deadline, and for what value? The boys project the long-term look of the roster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Leafs on the All-Star break, Jonas and James evaluate what they've seen from the team and coach so far. The guys look ahead to trade deadline discussing who could be on the move, and debate which prospects could make the leap to the NHL next season. With the future of both James Reimer and Jonathan Bernier up in the air, Jonas and James also try to answer the biggest question mark for Toronto heading into next season: Who will own the goal crease? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the leafs on a tear since November, Jonas and James discuss what has contributed most to the team's success. The boys also toy with the idea of shuffling around D-pairings and travel down memory lane to reflect on some of the decisions made by Toronto's previous coaches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Jonathan Bernier seemingly in the dog house, Jonas and James discuss the resurgence of James Reimer. The guys also look toward the future between the pipes for Toronto, after Garrett Sparks went down in history as the first Leafs goalie to have a shut out in his NHL debut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Leafs starting to string together some W's, Jonas and James dive into what has contributed to the team's success. The boys also look ahead at what potential trades Toronto could make, and what it would have to concede to execute these potential deals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Leafs sluggish coming out the gate to a 1-5-2 start, Jonas and James discuss what impact this role reversal will have on career-winner Mike Babcock. The boys also dive into the roster and try to forecast who might be out the door by season's end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys share early evaluations of the new look Maple Leafs and discuss what areas Mike Babcock has most dramatically affected in the young club through five games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With training camp coming to a close, TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Reporter Jonas Siegel and the Globe and Mail's James Mirtle forecast the upcoming season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a long hiatus, TSN 1050 Toronto Maple Leafs Reporter Jonas Siegel and The Globe and Mail's James Mirtle break down an eventful Leafs off season and look ahead to training camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonas and James share thoughts on Brendan Shanahan's ousting of Phil Kessel from Leaf Land, discuss the Kadri contract and look back at some of the team's decisions at the NHL Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSN 1050 Leafs Reporter Jonas Siegel and The Globe and Mail's James Mirtle siphon through the wreckage of a tumultuous season for the Blue and White, and discuss the impact having Mike Babcock as Head Coach will have on the organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With trade deadline looming, Jonas and James discuss the Leafs' current state of affairs and share opinions on the best path moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.