Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs get set for their second game on their Florida trip against a team they are certainly familiar with. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Lightning and what will be the focus for the Leafs in this game, and who they expect to see in goal. With it being Black Friday, Mike and Dave put together their shopping list of players they think the Leafs should have on their trade list. They look at a player who has been quite productive on Long Island, the potential reunion with a player who left in free agency, a couple of players who could be moved before the trade deadline and a young defenceman looking for a new team.

The Toronto Maple Leafs' offensive struggles were apparent in a tough loss to the Florida Panthers. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the performance where the Leafs struggled to get much going at 5-on-5, lost another player to an injury, and Anthony Stolarz could not steal a game. Mike and Dave provide their Good, Bad & Ugly for the game, with Nikita Grebenkin impressing once again, losing the special teams battle, and depth not being able to keep up. To end the show, Mike and Dave take a look at the Eastern Conference standings to see which teams can make it to the playoffs at the American Thanksgiving Day mark of the season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs travel to South Beach for an important Atlantic Division showdown, and what would it take to make Kyle Dubas consider parting with a prized franchise player? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you set for tonight's game with the looming question of whether the Leafs will get Auston Matthews back in the lineup and the Florida Panthers struggling to keep the puck out of their net. Mike and Dave look at the lineup for both games, with the Leafs having to juggle things if Matthews doesn't play, plus the potential message being sent to Nick Robertson. To end the show, Mike and Dave bring up Overdrive's conversation about whether the Leafs could be a potential trade destination for Sidney Crosby and what a trade could look like.

The Toronto Maple Leafs held one last practice before they travel to Florida with their captain taking part once again. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Auston Matthews taking part in practice and Craig Berube keeping Mitch Marner with John Tavares and Bobby McMann. Mike and Dave then go over the other updates from practice including Matthew Knies' status and Jake McCabe's absence. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss the Ottawa Senators honouring the "Pizza Line" and whether the Leafs would consider doing the same down the road.

The Toronto Maple Leafs picked up another victory without Auston Matthews in the lineup. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on what has been going right for the Leafs in this stretch without Matthews and Utah's tough journey to Sunday's game. In their look at the 3 Stars of the Game, Mike and Dave give props to another strong performance from Mitch Marner, and should this stretch make the Leafs prioritize contract talks? Mike and Dave also highlight the performance of William Nylander, Joseph Woll and the team's shutdown pairing. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss what Auston Matthews had to say about his trip to Germany and the rumour about Toronto kicking tires on Nazem Kadri and if he would be an ideal trade target.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hit the 20-game mark of the season which provides a good chance to re-assess the team. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on some of the top storylines and general impressions of the Leafs season so far. Mike and Dave then look at the Leafs' MVP, the biggest surprise and disappointment so far this season. To end the show, Mike and Dave look ahead to the game against the Utah Hockey Club who have had the Leafs number over the years.

The Toronto Maple Leafs put up another impressive performance after having to reshuffle the lines against the Vegas Golden Knights, with Joseph Woll looking like the "Brick Woll" in a 3-0 shutout. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the shot by giving props to another quality start from Woll and the young kids in Fraser Minten and Nikita Grebenkin coming in and not looking out of place. Mike and Dave move on to the hit on Matthew Knies that took him out of the game and why they were perplexed about the ruling after the review. To end the show, Mike and Dave hand their 3 Stars of the Game, looking at Woll's stellar performance, the special teams having another big night, plus Mitch Marner and William Nylander continuing to step up.

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshuffle the lineup as they continue to get hit by the injury bug. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Max Domi being placed on injured reserve and David Kampf being placed on LTIR which led to Nikita Grebenkin being called up to make his NHL debut. Mike and Dave look at the changes in the Leafs lineup and what to watch for ahead of their game against the Vegas Golden Knights. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the Golden Knights lineup that also has some injuries to deal with but some areas the Leafs can try to exploit.

Auston Matthews makes a surprise trip overseas to get a second opinion for his nagging injury as the Toronto Maple Leafs navigate a shorthanded lineup. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you caught up with the latest on Matthews seeking a second opinion in Germany and how much concern there should be. Mike and Dave give their thoughts on Ryan Reaves' suspension and if five games was the right call. They also look at David Kampf getting placed on injured reserve, who the team called up to replace him and Calle Jarnkrok's latest update. To end the show, Mike and Dave update you on what's been going on across the NHL, with the Boston Bruins firing Jim Montgomery and Alex Ovechkin's spectacular season getting stalled by an injury.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will take on Connor McDavid fresh off a milestone night and they'll be without Auston Matthews. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead to matchup between the Leafs and Oilers with Matthews ruled out for the game and how there's been little information about when he will return. Mike and Dave look at the lack of depth scoring the team has gotten this season and how concerning it is that Nick Robertson still can't get into the lineup. To end the show, Mike and Dave provide their keys to the game for the Leafs.

The Toronto Maple Leafs needed a full 60 minutes and more to beat the Washington Capitals. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs using a strong third period to come back against the Capitals despite some tough moments with video review. In their look at the 3 Stars of the Game, Mike and Dave give a lot of praise to the top line for leading the charge. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the decision to scratch Nick Robertson and call up Alex Steeves to the lineup.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will have to bounce back from an ugly loss to Ottawa Senators with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals next up. Mike DiStefano gives his thoughts on what went for Toronto in the game in what was an ugly performance. Mike looks at the Good, Bad & Ugly and what lessons the Leafs will look to learn from the game. To end the show, Mike looks ahead to the game against the Capitals who continue to hit their stride especially with Ovechkin score at will and a milestone to watch with Oliver Ekman-Larsson.

The Toronto Maple Leafs continued to flex their defensive muscle and are still waiting for word on when Auston Matthews will return to the lineup. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look back on the back-to-back wins over the Canadiens and Red Wings, where the Leafs flexed their defensive muscle at 5-on-5 and their power play still thriving. They move on to Brad Treliving's update on Auston Matthews, Jani Hakanpaa, Connor Dewar, Calle Jarnkrok and Max Pacioretty. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the first Battle of Ontario of the season and what the team can expect from Ottawa.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a back-to-back upcoming as they continue to face more divisional opponents. David Morassutti from James Offside Hockey Talk as they look ahead to the weekend, whether or not we should expect Auston Matthews to be there, and the circumstances surrounding his absence. Dave and James look ahead to the two games against the Detroit Red Wings and Montreal Canadiens and what matchups to look to. To end the show, Dave and James look at Easton Cowan's point streak continuing and what it says about his progress as a prospect and the Toronto Sceptres revealing their PWHL jersey for this season.

The Hockey Hall of Fame ceremony is coming up but which players on the Toronto Maple Leafs are in a position to be considered when it's their time? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on this year's class and if there are any Leafs players who could be considered locks for the Hall of Fame. They move on to Co-Sign/No-Sign looking at one potential name to watch as a trade option down the road, whether the Leafs will regret not signing Matthews Knies during the off-season. They also look at an NHL team that hasn't met expectations and if they should consider a big trade and what the most impactful signing during this Leafs era.

The Toronto Maple Leafs special teams had a night to remember against the Boston Bruins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on how the power play and penalty kill took advantage, Anthony Stolarz picking up his first shutout of the year and another example of the type of game Craig Berube wants the team to play. Mike and Dave hand out their 3 Stars highlighting Morgan Rielly's game, Stolarz and the special teams plus Mitch Marner stepping up with Auston Matthews out and the defence frustrating the Bruins. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss Matthews' injury and why it could explain his slow start to the season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs look to get back in the win column against the Boston Bruins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you set for the game as the Leafs go up against a Bruins team that's been through some ups and downs. Mike shares one area the Leafs will need to exploit in the Bruins game to give themselves the best chance to win. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the report that the Leafs want to extend the conditioning stints for Jani Hakanpaa and Connor Dewar and what that could mean for the upcoming roster decisions.

The Toronto Maple Leafs weren't able to come away with a win in their weekend back-to-back, but was it all bad for the team? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on what they saw from the team during the two-game stretch. In their look at the Good, Bad, & Ugly, they talk about the power play, Anthony Stolarz having a solid start again, some tough moments defending, the number of penalties they take still being an issue and the brutal sequence in overtime that led to the loss. To end the show, Mike and Dave decide to go through some of their surprises and disappointments around the league with the first month of the season in the books.

The Toronto Maple Leafs had another strong night with a victory over the Seattle Kraken as they get set for a weekend back-to-back. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the win as they try to figure out William Nylander's "shush" celebration, and Auston Matthews shows off his geometry skills with his empty-net goal. Mike and Dave hand out their 3 Stars of the Game, with the second line getting another shoutout, a return to form for Joseph Woll and the shutdown defensive pairing back at it again. To end the show, Mike and Dave preview the weekend back-to-back where the Leafs will look to make amends, the blue line going up against Kirill Kaprizov, a couple of LTIR candidates getting a conditioning stint and a short stint for Matt Benning?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have finally traded Timothy Liljegren after making a deal with the San Jose Sharks. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go through the trade details, including what the Leafs are getting in return, the opportunity for Liljegren in San Jose and another defenceman the team drafted not lasting with the team. Mike and Dave shift gears to the game against the Seattle Kraken, who are coming off a big offensive performance but the Leafs have had some success against. To end the show, Mike and Dave play a Halloween edition of Co-Sign/No-Sign called Trick or Treat by going through some Leafs topics, including Anthony Stolarz's play this season, whether we see another move coming, and which players should be worried about their place on the team.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a roster and salary cap crunch, so what are their options to navigate it? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go through the different scenarios the team has to consider when looking the roster moves needed. They give their thoughts on the ideal move the team will need to make which involves Timothy Liljegren. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at where the Leafs could look to trade Liljegren and why it needs to be done sooner rather than later. This show was recorded before Utah acquired Olli Maatta.

The Toronto Maple Leafs once again had a big night on an Amazon Prime game, ending the Winnipeg Jets' winning streak. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their takeaways from the win, including a dominant night from the Leafs at 5-on-5. In their 3 Stars of the Game, the Leafs get a big night from veterans, including John Tavares, Max Pacioretty, Jake McCabe, and Matthew Knies, continuing to be rewarded. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the new deal for McCabe, what it says about the Leafs' vision for the blue line and how that impacts Timothy Liljegren.

The Toronto Maple Leafs had another miserable end against the Boston Bruins, losing their third straight in overtime. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on what went wrong, starting with the Auston Matthews turnover in overtime that led to the Brad Marchand goal. In their look at the Good, Bad & Ugly, Mike and Dave look at the play of Anthony Stolarz, the pushback in the second period, the team's brutal start to the game and, of course, the Matthews' gaffe. To end the show, Mike and Dave look ahead to the game against the Winnipeg Jets, who have been off to a blazing start. Plus, Timothy Liljegren still can't crack the lineup, leaving more questions about what the plan is for him.

It was another ugly performance from the Toronto Maple Leafs, falling 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the loss and what stood out from the game, including the defensive breakdowns and Craig Berube calling out the effort of the top line, and Joseph Woll making his return. In their look at the Good, Bad & Ugly, Mike and Dave look at what Auston Matthews and William Nylander had to say about the loss, a tough two-game stretch from the top players and more. To end the show, Mike and Dave get you set for Saturday's game against the Boston Bruins and what should change, especially on the power play heading into the game.

Craig Berube gets to go up against his former team as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the St. Louis Blues. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead to the Leafs trying to get over their worst loss of the season so far, and how important the game will also be for Berube against his former team. Mike and Dave look at the matchup between the Leafs and Blues, see who holds the advantage based on the season stats, what the lineups are projected to look like, and the 3 Keys to the Game for Toronto. Does Joseph Woll return, and is this the game to get him back on the ice? Mike and Dave debate how the team can handle the rotation. To end the show, Mike and Dave bring back Co-Sign/No-Sign to look at a potential trade opportunity and the runaway favourites for costume of the year for Halloween.

It was not a pleasant night for the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the team having a typical off-night against an inferior opponent and whether this group can prove that this is just a one-off. In their look at the Good, Bad, & Ugly, there weren't many/if any, positives to share about the game, but Mike and Dave found one and also touched on what was troubling about the way some of the players played. To end the show, Mike and Dave touch on David Kampf getting scratched, Max Pacioretty getting hurt and the NHL Frenzy featuring a lot of offence.

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a statement victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in their best performance of the season. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti explain what they liked so much from the team's win and what it says about their form under Craig Berube so far. In their 3 Stars of the Game, Mike and Dave explain why William Nylander, Anthony Stolarz, Matthew Knies and the team's play in the third period stood out. To end the show, Mike and Dave explain why the team's back-to-back against the Columbus Blue Jackets will be an intriguing test for this team, especially with Joseph Woll returning and all 32 teams will play in the first edition of NHL frenzy of the season.

It was a tough night for the Toronto Maple Leafs offence to find answers against Igor Shesterkin and now another top Russian goaltender will try to do the same. Mike DiStefano and David Morasutti give their thoughts on the Leafs' loss to the New York Rangers, which featured another Vezina-calibre performance from Shesterkin. Mike and Dave then move on to hand out the Good, Bad & Ugly, looking at how the top line led the charge, the power play still struggling, the missed opportunities from the second line, and Chris Tanev was forced to leave the game, Mike and Dave end the show by looking at potential lineup changes against the Lightning where Andrei Vasilveskiy will try to do the same thing to the Leaf plus Nikita Kucherov and Jake Guentzel are off to a dominant start.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get their toughest test of the season with the New York Rangers in town and there were some minor updates from practice. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by discussing Mats Sundin's appearance on Spittin Chiclets and the nostalgia reminder he provided about play in Toronto. Dave wrote a story for Sportsnet looking at teams that could be a trade destination for Timothy Liljegren as he and Mike break down the likeliest options. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at some updates from Leafs practice where it looks like Max Pacioretty will be scratched again and the test the Rangers provide the Leafs.

The Toronto Maple Leafs power play scored not just once but twice in a game as the second line shines against the Los Angeles Kings. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs taking a 6-2 victory over the Kings, which featured some positive trends, but also a night where the team didn't have their best effort at 5-on-5. Mike and Dave hand out their 3 Stars of the Game looking at Bobby McMann excelling in a top 6 role but not just with his scoring, Anthony Stolarz puts on another strong performance in goal while William Nylander gets over his illness in a strong way and Oliver Ekman-Larsson offers a different look on the power play. To end the show, Mike and Dave put a bow on the Leafs win over LA and get into the new Upper Deck Series 1 release.

After a lengthy time between games, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally get back on the ice against the Los Angeles Kings. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give you their thoughts on the latest news from practice, looking at William Nylander missing practice with an illness and Joseph Woll inching closer to being able to practice, plus some adjustments to the power play as the team tries to find a solution. Mike and Dave look at the matchup between the Leafs and Kings and how a significant injury to Drew Doughty exposes LA's lineup. To end the show, Mike and Dave break down notable stats for both teams and how the Leaf's defensive play continues to be a positive trend, plus an emotional night in Columbus as they play their first game at home.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for a spark on the power play and will Timothy Liljegren get into the lineup? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the team moving Oliver Ekman-Larsson to the power play as the team looks to get things back on track on special teams. Plus, it looks like Timothy Liljegren will draw in after being a healthy scratch to start the season. Mike and Dave debut a new segment called Fraud or For Real as Mike brings up some trends for the Leafs to start this year for Dave to wonder if it's something that will last for example, is Auston Matthews' lack of production worrisome? To end the show, Mike and Dave continue the segment by looking around the league at some interesting developments.

The Toronto Maple Leafs got some production from the top players in their win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on what impressed them about the Leafs performance and some issues they had with the atmosphere for the team's home opener. Mike and Dave give a shoutout to the stars who were front and centre in the Leafs win including the duo of Max Domi and William Nylander, Matthew Knies getting rewarded for his effort, Mitch Marner getting on the goal sheet and the team's pairing of Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson building some nice chemistry. To end the show, Mike and Dave share three things they are thankful with the Leafs. A Happy Thanksgiving to all our viewers and Go Leafs Go.

The Toronto Maple Leafs couldn't get the puck to go in the net as they dropped the first game of the season. Mike Distefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the offence struggling to get anything past Sam Montembeault losing 1-0 to the Montreal Canadiens. They look at the Good, Bad & Ugly from the game with Anthony Stolarz looking solid in an unexpected start, the power play woes and a questionable decision by Oliver Ekman-Larsson on a breakaway attempt. Toronto gets right back on the ice against the New Jersey Devils as the team faces a familiar face in Sheldon Keefe, Mike and Dave look at the challenge of going up against the former coach. To end the show, Joseph Woll wasn't healthy enough to play in the season opener which brings up the discussion about his dependability.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will drop the puck on their season tonight, and there will be a lot to watch out for. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead at what the team will try to accomplish differently to start this season. They move on to the season opener against the Montreal Canadiens, previewing some storylines to follow, keys to victory and a look at the lineup. To end the show, Mike and Dave predict their over/unders for the season based on betting odds from FanDuel.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have their opening night roster set, and there are certainly differences from what we've come to expect. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead to the opening night of the NHL season, which features a unique start time for one of the three games. Mike and Dave move on to the Leafs getting their roster set with Max Pacioretty and Steven Lorentz getting signed from their PTOs, Bobby McMann likely starting in the press box and clarity to the path forward, especially with certain players placed on LTIR. Mike and Dave provide their predictions for the NHL season, looking at who they expect to win the Hart Trophy, their division winners, who will reach the Stanley Cup final and win it all and one bold prediction for the season.

The pre-season is over, but now comes an interesting couple of days for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Mike DeStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs' performance in their final pre-season game and a couple of defencemen who may have played into the conversation to make the team. Mike and Dave move on to look at the Leafs' decision to place Matt Murray and Marshall Rifai on waivers, whether they expect them to clear. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss the final roster decisions the team has to make before the deadline, whether Timothy Liljegren could be on the move and how to navigate the crowded forward group. This was recorded before the Leafs signed Max Pacioretty and Steven Lorentz to one-year deals. We will discuss this on the next show!

The Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off another victory in pre-season action with a couple of standout performances against the Detroit Red Wings. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs earning a shutout win over the Red Wings, with Nick Robertson again coming up with a big night, which should solidify his position on the roster ahead of opening night. Mike and Dave highlight what they liked specifically from Robertson in the 3 Stars of the Game. They also give a much-needed shoutout to Anthony Stolarz for his perfect night in goal. Mike and Dave end the show by looking at the Leafs cuts made with one player heading to waivers and the Amazon Prime docuseries getting set to show some personality that fans don't often get to see.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have some tough roster decisions upcoming, so does this mean a trade could be coming? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the return of John Tavares and Calle Jarnkrok to camp, plus the first appearance of Jani Hakanpaa and Connor Dewar with the main group. With more players returning, Mike and Dave look at the power-play units at practice and what that says about the direction the team is going with certain roster decisions. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the tough decisions coming for the coaching staff and why a trade could provide the team with some options.

More rough stuff in NHL pre-season action, while the Toronto Maple Leafs have looked into an extension for one of its top young players. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the rough stuff between the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators, following Arber Xhekaj's hit on Tim Stutzle and the debate around how the pre-season is seeing a lot of rough play and injuries to key players. Mike and Dave move on to the report from Elliotte Friedman that the Leafs have explored a contract extension with Matthew Knies and how the front office views it as an important building block for the future but what is the right contract for both sides? Mike and Dave then move on to the news from the NHL Board of Governors looking into potentially shortening the pre-season and the salary cap projection.

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs considering ending to the experiment with William Nylander at the centre? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the change in lines at practice where Nylander and Max Domi were rotating playing centre, but does that mean the team isn't as sold on playing Nylander down the middle? Mike and Dave also discussed whether there will be more fallout between the Leafs and the Montreal Canadiens when they play in the opening game of the regular season. Mike and Dave bring back Co-Sign/No-Sign to discuss the future of David Kampf, who plays more at centre between Nylander and Domi, a prediction on Oliver Ekman-Larsson plus the drama between Jeremy Swayman and the Boston Bruins.

After years of dominating the NHL’s Atlantic Division, is this finally the year one of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruin, Florida Panthers or Tampa Bay Lightning fall out of the playoff picture? Or will their long run owning the division continue? On this special Locked On NHL Season Preview Round Table, Ian McLaren (Locked On Bruins), Josh Sperber (Locked On Lighting), David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Armando Velez (Locked On Panthers) team up to preview the 2024-25 NHL season from the prospective of the Atlantic Division’s contenders. Can the Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup Champions? How will the looming contract situation for Mitch Marner affect the Leafs as they head into a crucial season where going on a deep playoff run is non-negotiable? Can the Lightning adapt to fill in for the loss of franchise icon Steven Stamkos in free agency? And will the Boston Bruins be able to capture their former glory even with star goaltender Jeremy Swayman in contract limbo? All that, plus talk on the major offseason additions for each team, breakout candidates, and which teams in the Atlantic’s basement are most likely to supplant one of these long-time playoff mainstays – and who will fall out at their expense?

The Toronto Maple Leafs got a standout performance from Nick Robertson in what was an eventful victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the game including the Patrik Laine hit that took him out of the game, the response from Arber Xhekaj and why they think the NHL went light on their discipline for what he did. They move on to the Three Stars of the Game looking at Robertson showing up in a big way, Dennis Hildeby having a solid pre-season and a couple of other players who were a standout. Mike and Dave end the show looking at the new lines in practice with cuts incoming, William Nylander and Max Domi splitting centre duties and an overcrowded bottom six forward group awaiting decisions.

The Toronto Maple Leafs got their first victory of the pre-season, but did we get a clearer idea of which forwards are making a case for a job in the bottom six? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs' 2-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, which had some concerning moments with William Nylander leaving the game and John Tavares limited after a hit. With the victory, Mike and Dave get to hand out their Three Stars of the Game, highlighting strong performances for Nick Robertson, a pair of veteran defencemen and Easton Cowan. Mike and Dave end the show by discussing the tough decisions the Leafs coaching staff have to make, with a lot of forwards vying for jobs in the bottom six and only so many positions up for grabs.

William Nylander gets ranked ahead of Mitch Marner in the latest TSN's top players ranking, but did they get it right? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the latest from Leafs camp, which had a couple of former captains as special guests as Mats Sundin gets asked about Auston Matthews coming close to his all-time Leafs goal-scoring record. Mike and Dave then shift their focus to the Leafs, updating their training camp groups, where Easton Cowan does not find himself with the main NHL group. Plus, they have an updated look at the lineup, with Auston Matthews getting a maintenance day. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss TSN revealing the next segment of its top 50 NHL players ranking, where Nylander was put ahead of Mitch Marner. Let us know if you agree with that or if Marner should hold an edge over Nylander.

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost another pre-season game to the Ottawa Senators, with most of their top players not playing. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the game and what stood out as positives including Alex Steeves and Pontus Holmberg along with the goaltending duo of Anthony Stolarz and Dennis Hildeby, They look at a couple of players who didn't have their best effort especially with more of an opportunity to showcase themselves. To end the show, Mike and Dave touch on Auston Matthews leaving practice with an injury and the NHL shuts down rumours of expansion talks.

Some Toronto Maple Leafs players will be under pressure to perform through the pre-season schedule, especially with increased competition in training camps. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss what they want to see in the team's second pre-season game, especially if the team plans to play more of the depth players after an NHL-heavy lineup played in the opener. Mike and Dave look at two players each who they believe will be in a tough battle for a roster spot or need to impress the coaching staff with higher expectations placed on them. To end the show, Mike and Dave give their thoughts on the upcoming Amazon "FACEOFF" documentary, which features William Nylander and gives us a glimpse of what was said on the bench in last year's playoff round.

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened their pre-season schedule with a loss in an entertaining bout with the Ottawa Senators. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti provide their observations from the game, including some familiar habits that are still present. In their breakdown of the Good, Bad, & Ugly, Mike and Dave look at the impressive showing from Max Pacioretty, Nikita Grebenkin and Chris Tanev, a tough night for the goaltending, Cade Webber, Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson plus a brutal start that didn't go unnoticed by Craig Berube. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss what Mitch Marner said and didn't say about his future in an interview with Elliotte Friedman, which led to a discussion of what his contract number probably looks like.

The Toronto Maple Leafs were put to the test in the first on-ice session at training camp, with some interesting combinations thrown out right off the hop. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at what the first group looked like at camp, with the Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner duo sticking together. They also look at who was skating with them and who got assigned to William Nylander's wing. Mike and Dave then shift gears to the second group skating, where a lot of attention was paid to the competition that we'll see for roster spots, especially on the fourth line. To end the show, Mike gives the first projected lineup that he thinks the team could roll with while they both wonder if we could see David Kampf's name on the trade block.

The Toronto Maple Leafs reported to training camp, but some off-ice news took some of the attention. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Rogers purchasing Bell's stake in MLSE and what that could mean for the Leafs going forward. Mike and Dave then discuss what John Tavares and Mitch Marner said and did not say about their contract status. To end the show, Mike and Dave touch on Craig Berube's decision to have William Nylander start training camp at centre and the desire to play a more physical brand of hockey, which led to some players bulking up and more.

Like most NHL teams, the Toronto Maple Leafs will have some questions that will need to be answered when training camp opens. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start looking ahead by wondering who will be playing centre outside of Auston Matthews and John Tavares in camp. They move on to see if we could see the team make another attempt at trying William Nylander down the middle. They move on to looking at what other new Leafs signings had to say at the team's golf tournament, more specifically, Chris Tanev, Anthony Stolarz and more.

The Toronto Maple Leafs prospects came away with the sweep against the Montreal Canadiens in the prospect showdown. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their takeaways from what they saw looking at players who stood out the most from the tournament, like Topi Niemala, Easton Cowan, Nikita Grebenkin, Roni Hirvonen. They continue their breakdown of the tournament by looking at how Noah Chadwick and Fraser Minten looked while also discussing injuries for Minten and Ben Danford. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss Jani Hakanpaa's first comments since joining the Leafs on a one-year deal and his knee injury, plus Sidney Crosby signed a new deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins and what was interesting about the contract.

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally got Nick Robertson to put pen to paper on his contract, but it appears the story has more to come. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Robertson ending his stalemate with the Leafs and what comes next, as reports suggest a trade isn't out of the question. Mike and Dave then shift gears to the report that Max Pacioretty is close to joining the Leafs along with Jani Hakanpaa. Should there be a concern with the average age of the Leafs roster? Mike and Dave discuss that. To end the show, Mike and Dave preview the roster for the prospect showdown against the Montreal Canadiens by looking at the players they are looking forward to seeing.

How much of an opportunity will Easton Cowan have with the Toronto Maple Leafs in training camp? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on an interview TSN's Mark Masters did with a trainer who has worked with Cowan, giving his thoughts on his off-season training and what realistic expectations should be for him. Mike and Dave discuss the PWHL reportedly unveiling team names and logos by looking at some possibilities for the Toronto franchise. To end the show, Dave gets Mike to do a Blind Ranking of goalies in the NHL.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have apparently started the groundwork to extend a key part of the blue line. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by discussing the latest report on Jani Hakanpaa, who looks to be an option for training camp, and the front office reportedly having conversations with Jake McCabe on a new contract. Mike and Dave continue to discuss the unresolved situation with Nick Robertson and why attending training camp should be the priority, the upcoming prospect showdown between the Leafs and Montreal Canadiens and the PWHL getting set to announce nicknames for its teams. To end the show, Mike and Dave rank their top five storylines that defined the Leafs' off-season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to add some depth ahead of training camp. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by discussing Steven Lorentz joining the Leafs on a professional tryout agreement, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, and how he could potentially fit into the team's plans. The Leafs also have their sights on Max Pacioretty, according to TSN's Chris Johnston, which could be an interesting addition based on the team's need to add scoring at left wing and Nick Robertson's uncertain future with the team. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss Leon Draisait's massive extension with the Edmonton Oilers, which now puts him ahead of Auston Matthews as the highest-paid player in the NHL, for now, plus the PWHL Toronto team has a new home and more tributes are pouring in for Johnny Gaudreau.

We had an unusual contract signed this past weekend, but would the Toronto Maple Leafs consider a similar deal down the road? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by paying tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau after their tragic deaths. Mike and Dave then give their thoughts on the Carolina Hurricanes signing Seth Jarvis to a unique contract with deferred salary and whether a similar structure could benefit the Leafs in future deals. To end the show, Mike makes Dave do a blind ranking of defencemen across the league.

All appears to be quiet when it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs free agents, which still need to be solved. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the latest report from TSN's Chris Johnston about Nick Robertson not appearing to change his desire to be traded from the Leafs and the standstill that continues. Mike and Dave then move on to the report about Jani Hakanpaa who apparently never signed a deal but also insists that he can play with his knee injury. If the Leafs are not able to get the deal signed with Hakanpaa what are their options on defence? They look at the internal options and if there are free agents Toronto could consider bringing in ahead of training camp.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking at some options to improve the team's forward depth but who is available? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the report from Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, who says the Leafs are looking at options on the left wing and what this could say about Nick Robertson's future with the team. Mike and Dave pivot to see if there are potential players the Leafs could bring into camp on a PTO that would be worth considering. To end the show, Dave sets up a Blind Ranking for Mike with random forwards from across the league.

Auston Matthews gets ranked third on the NHL Network's top centres list, but is it the right spot for him? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by going through the big trade, which led to Yaroslav Askarov going to the San Jose Sharks from the Nashville Predators and whether we are starting to see a particular trend going forward. Mike and Dave look at the NHL Network's ranking of the top 20 centres going into next season and whether Matthews was properly ranked at three. To end the show, Mike and Dave focus on who they think the top five goal scorers will be for the Leafs next season in the latest Friday Five Pack.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be front and centre at Hockey Night in Brampton while the Montreal Canadiens make an intriguing trade. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead to the big charity night in Brampton with some notable Leafs legends and two current players taking part in the festivities. Mike and Dave move on to the Montreal Canadiens trading for Patrik Laine, why it was a worthwhile move for the team and whether or not we expect to see the rivalry between Auston Matthews and Laine reignited. To end the show, the offer sheet saga between the Edmonton Oilers and St. Louis Blues is over as Mike and Dave look at the pros and cons for the Oilers, and Doug Armstrong's hilarious response to making the move.

Toronto Maple Leafs fans can add some bling to their collection with a new collaboration with WWE, and NHL GMs continue to make moves. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs-inspired WWE championship belt and the price tag that comes with it. They move on to the next edition of the Leafs Blind Ranking, as Mike gives Dave a list of past defencemen. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss all the moves the Edmonton Oilers have made ahead of their offer sheet decisions, plus the Yaroslav Askarov situation with the Nashville Predators.

The Toronto Maple Leafs captaincy has been passed off from John Tavares to Auston Matthews while the NHL Network ignites a spicy debate. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Tavares, showing his support for the decision to hand the captaincy to Matthews and what it says about him. Mike and Dave discussed the latest on the team's assistant captains going into next season and some of the interesting things that were said at the press conference by players in attendance, including Mitch Marner, Morgan Rielly, and Brad Treliving. To end the show, Mike and Dave take a look at the NHL Network's top 20 ranking of wingers and discuss where Mitch Marner and William Nylander landed on the list and the debate that has been brought out by it.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are shaking things up and are naming Auston Matthews the 26th captain in franchise history. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the shakeup and whether we can expect any changes with Matthews wearing the "C." Mike and Dave decide to look at the defining moments of John Tavares' captaincy and evaluate his tenure. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss what the team could do with their assistant captains, a busy day in the NHL with offer sheets and the Pittsburgh Penguins making a trade.

What can we expect to see from Auston Matthews after a historic season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at what can be expected from the Toronto Maple Leafs sniper as FanDuel unveils the latest odds ahead of the 2024-25 season. In the latest edition of Monday Blind Rankings, Dave makes Mike rank seven random goaltenders who played for the Leafs in the 21st century.

Which contracts should be a top priority for the Toronto Maple Leafs to address this season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the podcast by wondering why there doesn't seem to be a lack of urgency with Mitch Marner's contract status. In this edition of the Friday Five Pack, Mike and Dave each rank the top five contracts the Leafs should prioritize this upcoming season, whether to sign or get clarity on. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at Bruce Boudreau's latest appearance on the NHL Network, where he gives his thoughts on the Leafs' off-season moves and how they stack up to other teams in the Atlantic Division.

What are some opportunities the Toronto Maple Leafs could provide certain players at training camp? On Co-Sign/No-Sign Wednesday, Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their takes on what could happen during training camp, starting with the possibility of playing the Nylander brothers together and whether Fraser Minten carves out a full-time role? Dave wonders if Matthew Knies could be given more of an opportunity and whether Oliver Ekman-Larsson has a chance on the top power-play unit. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss Patrik Laine's situation and potential trade destinations for him.

How confident are the Toronto Maple Leafs with the team heading into this season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go through the results of The Athletic's fan confidence survey and share some of the surprising results. They also discuss Jani Hakanpaa's appearance at a charity golf tournament and what they took from it. To end the show, Mike gets Dave to do a blind power ranking and it yields the exact result he was looking for.

Based on what you've seen so far, how much confidence do you have in the Toronto Maple Leafs under GM Brad Treliving? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go through The Athletic's fan confidence survey to rate Treliving's work so far and how they feel about him going forward. They go through everything from his signings in free agency, trades, cap management, drafting & development, and his team vision. To end the show, Mike and Dave rank their favourite moves Treliving has done in the latest edition of the Friday Five Pack.

A couple of Toronto Maple Leafs prospects are looking to impress at Hockey Canada's World Junior Showcase. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at what's been said about Easton Cowan and Noah Chadwick, plus the expectations for both players. Mike and Dave also discuss the recently signed restricted free agents, whether we get any clarity on Nick Robertson's situation, plus a cool initiative being done by the Utah Hockey Club. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss ESPN's latest ranking, which lists the top 25 NHL players of the 21st century.

Another Nylander will join the Leafs organization, but why did he not land an NHL deal? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the Toronto Marlies agreeing to an AHL deal with Alex Nylander and wonder if there is a chance we could see him with the Toronto Maple Leafs this season. Mike and Dave react to the Leafs radio crew returning next season and also look at the Leafs' current cap structure to see what they have to work with going forward. To end the show, Mike and Dave play a Sporcle looking back at the Leafs leaders at different positions throughout the years from 1967 to present.

With the 2024 Paris Olympics beginning, we decided to look ahead to the NHL's return to the 2026 Winter Olympics and see which Toronto Maple Leafs could be involved. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the bizarre story involving Canada Soccer at the Olympics and start to discuss the Athletic's NHL contract efficiency rankings and where the Leafs stand overall. Mike and Dave then dive deeper into the rankings, seeing which player contracts got positive grades and which ones were viewed poorly. To end the show, Mike and Dave bring on the latest segment of the Friday Five Pack, looking at five players they expect to represent the Leafs at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have many contracts to consider over the next year, including one of their top young players. It's Co-Sign/No-Sign day on the podcast as Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss a few topics involving the Leafs and the NHL. They start off with Dave talking about Matthew Knies going into the final year of his entry-level deal and how the Leafs should navigate his future. Mike wonders how much we should expect to see Matt Murray with the Leafs this season? Dave brings up an idea that could be an engaging concept for the NHL especially during the off-season while Mike looks at the remaining RFAs and whether we should expect one of them to be on the move. To end the show, Mike and Dave give their thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers hiring Stan Bowan.

The Toronto Maple Leafs were able to avoid arbitration with Connor Dewar after agreeing to a one-year deal. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the signing and what they expect from Dewar based on what he was able to show in his stint with the Leafs last season. Mike and Dave then wonder about the pending status of Nick Robertson and whether they expect the situation to continue into training camp and whether we should expect him to be traded. To end the show, Mike offers three potential players the Leafs could consider if the team decides to trade him and discuss Ryan O'Reilly's comments on playing with Mitch Marner.

The Toronto Maple Leafs hired a new scouting director with an impressive resume. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the Leafs bringing in Mark Leach as the new director of amateur scouting and why his track record from his time with the Dallas Stars and Detroit Red Wings makes him a quality hire. This leads to Mike and Dave looking at the Leafs' top prospects in this edition of the Friday Five Pack with a few intriguing names to keep an eye on heading into training camp.

Did the Toronto Maple Leafs do enough with their goaltending tandem to be competitive within the Atlantic Division this season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss their expectations for Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz going into next season. Looking at what the Leafs have done with their tandem, Mike and Dave debate whether the Leafs did enough with their tandem to compete with the rest of the Atlantic Division by looking at which teams they believe rank ahead of Toronto. To end the show, Mike and Dave explain where the Leafs tandem ranks and debate if the Linus Ullmark trade to Ottawa puts them ahead. They also look at a couple of goaltending prospects that landed on The Athletic's ranking.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will have a couple of representatives for Hockey Canada's summer camp, but will we see them at the upcoming World Junior championship? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on a crazy day in the City of Toronto before they dive into Easton Cowan and Noah Chadwick getting invited to Canada’s National Junior Team Summer Showcase. Mike and Dave also debate whether we see Cowan play in the World Juniors or if he could still be around with the Leafs by then. To end the show, the guys move on to Co-Sign/No-Sign where they debate Sidney Crosby's future, whether Joe Pavelski is a worthy hall of famer, plus a debate on a potential hole in the Leafs lineup and if a former GM will show an interest in Nick Robertson.

Did the Toronto Maple Leafs off-season suggest that things could be different heading into the 2025? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti are joined by reporter David Alter from the Hockey News to discuss the moves made by the team in the off-season and what he thought of the major additions. David also looks at what the moves could mean about the team's approach for the season, especially considering the potential to have some salary cap flexibility. David also explains how potential organizational changes, especially with ownership, could impact how the club operates going forward. To end the show, Mike, Dave, and David dive into some other topics including the Wes Clark departure and how that works not just with front office staff but with coaches as well and more.

What could Mitch Marner deciding to limit Toronto Maple Leafs media at his charity say about this upcoming season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti are joined by David Alter to get his thoughts on the article he wrote about Marner and why he felt it was important to discuss it. They discuss how Marner's relationship with reporters could play into an interesting season given his contract status. They also wonder if this could be something the Leafs ponder in their decision to make a long-term commitment with Marner.

Who do you consider to be the biggest rival of the Toronto Maple Leafs? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti open the show with the news of Bill Manning's firing by Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment and why Brendan Shanahan becomes the next executive who will have to think about his future given his tenure so far. Mike and Dave debut a new segment called the Friday Five Pack, where they do a top-five ranking each week and this week they look at the Leafs' top rivals. To end the show, Mike and Dave debate whether the Boston Bruins or Montreal Canadiens should be considered Toronto's top rival.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get a good rating from the Athletic for their off-season moves but how do they compare to other teams? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the report that the AHL is expanding its playoffs and wonder if the NHL would consider doing the same down the road. Plus, Alex Meruelo is officially done with the NHL. Mike and Dave move on to discuss the ongoing talk about the advantage no-tax states have when it comes to recruiting players and whether it's something the league is going to have to figure out. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at how the Athletic gave the Leafs off-season moves a strong rating and why they think it's being looked in a positive way.

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost a valuable member of its front office staff with Wes Clark reuniting with Kyle Dubas. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at the impact of Clark's departure and the irony of him leaving to join up with Dubas. They look back at his drafts while in charge with the Leafs and how it compares to the approach the team had in the past. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss if there were any potential internal candidates to replace Clark or if the team needs to consider an external hire for the process.

Did the Toronto Maple Leafs do enough upgrades on the blue line to be in a better position to compete next season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti debate whether the Leafs have done enough with their defence to get themselves in a position to compete further in the playoffs and what areas they are still lacking. They take a look at how the pairings could shape up and wonder if Craig Berube and his staff consider anything different. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss a trade idea that was floated on the Steve Dangle Podcast involving Mitch Marner. On the next show they will discuss Wes Clark's departure as it was announced after recording.

The Toronto Maple Leafs development camp has come and gone with the next wave of talent, who are getting some valuable work with the team's staff. To help break it all down, Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti are joined by TSN reporter Mark Masters, who was in attendance for the camp and got a chance to see top prospects like Easton Cowan, Fraser Minten and Ben Danford and also provided his thoughts on some standouts. Mike and Dave then get Masters' thoughts on the off-season, especially with the new additions, and how he thinks about the Craig Berube hiring, which could impact the team and other storylines from the season. To end the show, Mike and Dave touch on the puzzling trade between the Edmonton Oilers and Buffalo Sabres.

It appears there was some lobbying for a Mitch Marner trade by a former Toronto Maple Leafs player. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on a report from Nick Kypreos that Ryan O'Reilly was pushing the Nashville Predators to make a deal for Marner. They also give their thoughts on the first two days of the Leafs development camp and what the staff had to say about Cade Webber, Easton Cowan and more. To end this show, Mike and Dave discuss Sidney Crosby not having a contract extension in place with the Penguins, which has some wondering if there is a chance he won't finish his career in Pittsburgh.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get some important business done ahead of next season, but there are still some questions surrounding the team's next steps this off-season. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the Leafs partnering with the Cincinnati Cyclones to be their ECHL affiliate for next season. They move on to the mystery around Jani Hakanpää's status with his contract still not signed after reports about his knee injury. With teams still looking to make moves, Mike and Dave debate what the next part of the to-do list needs to get done and discuss a potential trade option for the third-line centre role. They also discuss Nick Robertson's uncertain future and if there is a role for him next season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs schedule for next season has dropped, plus the team made a few more signings, and the John Tavares captaincy was brought up once again. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show with a breakdown of next season's schedule, looking at some of the notable games, how the 4 Nations Face-Off impacts things and which months could be tough for the team. They move on to the debate about the Leafs' captaincy being brought up again, as some think the team could have John Tavares give up the "C" to Auston Matthews. They end the show looking ahead to the team's development camp, looking at notable players to watch and giving their thoughts on the depth players Toronto signed.

The Toronto Maple Leafs got some important work done early in free agency as the blue line became a big priority for Brad Treliving. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at why the Chris Tanev signing was worth the price the team paid, especially the immediate value he provides to the areas the Leafs need to bolster. They move on to the Oliver Ekman-Larsson signing, looking at what role they expect him to play, whether it was the right price to pay for him, and they also look at the new hulking addition to the backend in Jani Hakanpää and address the injury concern with the signing. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz deals, why the team went this route with the goaltending and the upside to their approach.

The Toronto Maple Leafs got a couple of players locked up to deals ahead of free agency but there is still work to be done. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you set up for the start of the free agent frenzy by looking at what they got done with Max Domi getting a new deal that should satisfy both parties. They also discuss Chris Tanev's pending situation and why getting Timothy Liljegren's new deal done was crucial too. They also discuss the discourse around the proposed idea of signing Tanev for six years and Nick Robertson reportedly asking for a trade and if the Leafs could get anything tangible in return. To end the show, Mike and Dave try to narrow down the list of potential free agent options the Leafs could consider and whether they expect any surprises when the signings start to pour in.

The 2024 NHL Draft is in the books as the Toronto Maple Leafs made some moves, including one to get ahead of the free-agent frenzy. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the big move made by the Leafs to get the rights to free agent defenceman Chris Tanev as they explain why it was a wise move and what a contract could look like. They move on to the team's draft as they discuss the decision to move back, taking Ben Danford and a quick overview of their other selections.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will be heading into the 2024 NHL Draft with some possibilities to consider, but there will be a careful eye on free agency too. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the NHL awards, with Auston Matthews missing out on the Ted Lindsay Award. Mike and Dave then shift gears to the latest rumours surrounding Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi and the tough decision that could be upcoming for Toronto and the competition for Chris Tanev continues to heat up, but is there an alternative for the Leafs to consider? To end the show, Mike and Dave talk about the trade options the Leafs could consider, with Aaron Ekblad and Jacob Trouba reportedly heading to the trade market. Plus, they also finish off their draft profiles.

Brad Treliving met with reporters ahead of the 2024 NHL Draft as the Toronto Maple Leafs general manager addressed some of the top storylines surrounding the team. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show looking at the latest deal made with Ilya Mikheyev going to the Chicago Blackhawks in an obvious move to clear salary cap space, which made the guys wonder if there is a player on the Leafs who could be moved to make some cap room. They move on to Treliving's media availability with the media as they watch it back to look at what he had to say and didn't say about Mitch Marner. They listen back to what he had to say about the team's goaltending, prioritizing the need to add more than one defenceman and any updates about the team's pending free agents.

The Hockey Hall of Fame announced the new members to be enshrined, with some notable Toronto Maple Leafs alumni left off the list once again. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show off wondering when we will see the Leafs make a move with the draft just a few days away and if we should put any credibility towards the latest Mitch Marner rumours. Mike and Dave move on to the Hockey Hall of Fame, unveiling their new members, highlighted by Shea Weber, Pavel Datsyuk and Jeremy Roenick; if Weber deserved being a first-ballot Hall-of-Famer and former Leafs Alexander Mogilny and Curtis Joseph getting snubbed once again. To end the show, Mike and Dave do another prospect profile on Liam Greentree who fits the mould of the type of forward the Leafs could target in the 2024 NHL Draft.

For the first time in franchise history, the Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions, but what do the Toronto Maple Leafs need to do to get there themselves? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their takeaways from Game 7 and their general observations from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They look at what the Panthers did to get themselves in a position to win the Cup and what lessons the Leafs can learn, but also what areas of the roster they'll need to address this off-season. They end the show looking at their next draft profile with another defenceman in Stian Solberg.

The Toronto Maple Leafs add another name to the coaching staff and look to lock up one of their rising stars. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give you their thoughts on Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers as they give their predictions for the game and Connor McDavid looking to break the Canadian Cup drought. The Leafs are closing in on a contract extension with Joseph Woll, which appears to show where they are heading with their goaltending plans for next season. They also added Marc Savard as an assistant coach, which now looks to have solidified their staff, plus Mike and Dave share what they expect him to bring. To end the show, Mike and Dave start their countdown to the 2024 NHL Draft with their first prospect profile on EJ Emery and why he would be the ideal fit for the Leafs.