Leafs Talk

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-3 OT win over the Oilers at Scotiabank Arena! They get into the game-winning goal from Mitch Marner - has he stepped up with Auston Matthews still on the shelf? They discuss the stellar play (and two goals) of Bobby McMann, Anthony Stolarz coming up big once more in key spots, and Matthew Knies continuing to stay hot. Plus, Ryan Reaves is ejected after smashing Darnell Nurse - how many games is he getting suspended for? To wrap up, they recap the Tyson/Paul fight, and look ahead to their beloved Argos playing in the 111th Grey Cup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-3 comeback win over the Capitals in overtime! They get into the third period - was that the best period they've played all year? They discuss the terrific play from Matthew Knies, chat about the game-tying goal from Mitch Marner, and get into the play from both Joseph Woll and John Tavares to win it in OT. Plus, they engage in a little Ref Talk, and wrap with some Amulet Talk as well. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 3-0 loss vs. the Senators at Scotiabank Arena in the year's first edition of the Battle of Ontario. They discuss the listless loss and get into why there seems to be more of them early on - is that the team still adjusting to Craig Berube? They get into the lack of offence and also chat about how Anthony Stolarz kept them in the game following the first period. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-1 win over the Canadiens at Scotiabank Arena to extend their winning streak to three games! They discuss the powerplay continuing to hum - is it a real discussion as to whether or not Auston Matthews should go back to PP1 upon his return? They chat about Mitch Marner looking dangerous, Joseph Woll's 20 saves, and Max Domi mixing it up with David Savard in the second period. Plus, they get into the Montreal rebuild - how is it going so poorly these days? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Jackie Redmond break down the Leafs' 3-1 win over the Red Wings to kick off the Hall of Fame weekend festivities in Toronto! They get into yet another sterling performance from Anthony Stolarz, who wrapped up the game with a barehanded save - is there still a goaltending debate between Stolarz and Joseph Woll? Plus, they chat about the powerplay humming for a second straight game with two goals, and discuss the play of the third line. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-0 shutout win over the Bruins at Scotiabank Arena! They discuss the clean sheet from Anthony Stolarz - is there still a split when it comes to him and Joseph Woll? They also get into the play of Matthew Knies, Morgan Rielly, and discuss the powerplay turning out three goals - without Auston Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the second half of their road back-to-back, the Toronto Maple Leafs fell 2-1 in overtime to the Minnesota Wild. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss Auston Matthews’ early season struggles, a power-play with no rhyme or reason, Anthony Stolarz’ ascending to the number one spot and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs sink the Seattle Kraken 4-1 at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss Max Pacioretty’s positive integration into the second line, the flourishing relationship dynamic between Berube and Nylander, and Joseph Woll’s steady second start. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 6-4 win over the Jets in Winnipeg! They discuss the hat trick for John Tavares and how the second line looked/played - was everyone (including them) wrong on Tavares through the first eight games? They also get into the play of William Nylander and Morgan Rielly who both scored, and discuss the renewed play of Bobby McMann. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-3 OT loss vs. the Bruins in Boston at TD Garden. They get into the evening from Auston Matthews, who tied the game late, but who was also involved on the game-losing goal in OT. They discuss the idea of responsibility, Craig Berube's role in turning this around, and focus on a few players including another goal for Matthew Knies and (despite the loss) another good game for Anthony Stolarz. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

The Toronto Maple Leafs lose a second straight game, falling 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee attempt to make sense of their anemic power play and Joseph Woll's underwhelming season debut, while also highlighting Auston Matthews as being the team’s only bright spot. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Mats Sundin, Maple Leafs all-time leading scorer, joins the show to get into the foundations of his new book 'Home and Away'; the new generation of hockey players, the professionalization of hockey, parting ways with the Maple Leafs, the final years of his career, the return of international hockey and what being Canadian means to him (11:00). Kris Vertseeg, two-time Stanley Cup Champion, analyzes the buttons Craig Berube could press, the new-look powerplay with Oliver Ekman-Larsson, the chemistry between William Nylander and Max Domi, John Tavares' sacrifices, what has looked different for the Leafs so far this season, and the NHL's fine on Ekman-Larsson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get smoked 6-2 by the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down Dennis Hilbeby’s pedestrian performance, how fatigue combined with Coach Berube’s expected style-of-play may not mix, plus Max Domi’s passion vs. priorities. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs rolled past the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-2 at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee breakdown the bounce back win sharing their thoughts on riding Anthony Stolarz's hot hand, Chris Tanev's stellar defensive contributions and the growing need to address Nick Robertson's struggles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fell 4-1 to the New York Rangers at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss. The two talk about John Tavares' role on the team, Igor Shesterkin's performance, the pairing of William Nylander and Max Domi, the captain Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies, and a frightful feeling from Anthony Stolarz and Chris Tanev (00:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 6-2 win over the Kings at Scotiabank Arena! They get to their player of the game in Bobby McMann, who scored two goals - what should his role be going forward? They get into how well Anthony Stolarz has played in net - should Leafs fans be surprised at his level of play? Plus, they get into the power play success, the offensive outburst, Craig Berube getting fired up late in the game, and also engage in some Amulet Talk. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Maple Leafs' 4-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins in their home opener. They dig into a fruitful Domi-Nylander duo, a breakout game for Marner, the steady presence of Tanev and Ekman-Larsson on the blue line and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-2 win over the Devils to pick up their first win of the season! They get into the play of Dennis Hildeby in his NHL debut, and discuss the play of the defencemen in front of him, including Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. They also get into early goals from Max Pacioretty, Bobby McMann, and Steven Lorentz - could the team actually have some depth scoring? Plus, how good does it feel for the Leafs to beat their former head coach in Sheldon Keefe? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 1-0 shutout loss to the Canadiens in Montreal to kick off the 2024-25 season. They get into the performance from Anthony Stolarz in net despite the loss - could he start again on the second half of a back-to-back? They discuss the lack of offence from the stars all the way down - and the performance from Sam Montembeault on the other side - and get to the baffling breakaway from Oliver Ekman-Larsson...what happened there? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sam McKee and JD Bunkis preview the Leafs' season. The duo talk preseason, William Nylander, the positivity and negativity around the team, goaltending, the club's new defensive look, and expectations for Morgan Rielly and Chris Tanev (00:00). Then, the two discuss the bottom six, the most underrated storylines for the season including Mitch Marner at the Four Nations Face-Off, and what Matthew Knies' season will look like. JD and Sam wrap up with their annual "Whipping Boy" draft (31:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis offers his live reactions from Maple Leafs media day featuring Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, Craig Berube, Brendan Shanahan and Brad Treliving. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss the Auston Matthews' captaincy press conference, John Tavares' prepared statement's clear message, Tavares' legacy, new leadership, Matthews' representation as the captain, marketing the "C,"  decision-making in the organization, sacrifice, if the captaincy could change Matthews, and if this upcoming season now has a different feel (00:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sam McKee, co-host of Leafs Talk on Sportsnet, and JD dive into their thoughts and feelings on the Maple Leafs. The gents give their outlook on the current roster, what moves might still be plausible, Oilers they missed out on, hopes in Chris Tanev. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman discusses the Leafs latest in free agency (00:00). Jason Bukala breaks down his Maple Leafs draft grade (30:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD and Sam get into the stakes in game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, the potentially complicated Conn Smythe choice, how the Oilers run is effecting how they view the Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner thoughts. The gents also discuss the latest trades in the NHL and the goaltender situation in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee recap the Leafs’ press conference with Brad Treliving, Brendan Shanahan and Keith Pelley. They chat about Pelley’s commitment to winning, Shanahan’s demeanour and the rising trust in Treliving. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Boston Bruins defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in Game 7 overtime. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the game, discuss Sheldon Keefe's future, the offseason, Mitch Marner, a familiar feeling, and much more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs hold on to force Game 7 in Boston! JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs 2-1 win over the Bruins in Game 6 and discuss Matthew Knies rising to the occasion, Joseph Woll's play between the pipes, Matthews' absence from the lineup, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 2-1 overtime victory against the Boston Bruins, extending their first-round series to a sixth game. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne discuss Mitch Marner and the ‘new look’ top line, The Great ‘Joseph’ Woll's performance, and whether their internal Be-Leaf-o-meters have reset. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs fall to the Boston Bruins 3-1 at home in Game Four. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the performance, the core-four's inability to create offense, Sheldon Keefe, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs fell to the Bruins in Game 3 by a score of 4-2 in their playoff home opener. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs performance in Game 3 and discuss how the game was called, Toronto's lackluster power play, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs bounce back with a 3-2 win against the Boston Bruins, leveling the first-round series at one apiece. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne discuss the Leafs seizing home-ice advantage, Ilya Samsonov’s response, and how they need to minimize unnecessary penalties ahead of game three. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Boston Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-1 in Game 1 of the First Round. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the loss, Swayman's impact on Boston, Matthews' presence, and the concerning play of their special teams. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs close out the regular season with a 6-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss and discuss Matthews finishing the season with 69 goals, the vibes heading into the playoffs, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs give up four second period goals en route to a 5-2 loss to the Florida Panthers. JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne discuss whether the pursuit of 70 should continue against Tampa, the first round matchup with Boston, and the NHL award races. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Toronto Maple Leafs lose 5-4 to the Detroit Red Wings in their final home game of the regular season. JD Bunkis and Sam Mckee chat about their solid collective effort despite the early setback, the latest injury concerns, and the improved performance of role players as the playoffs approach. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Toronto Maple Leafs lose 6-5 to the New Jersey Devils splitting the home and home set. JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar chat about Matthews and Domi’s chemistry, Ilya Samsonov’s off-night, plus the touching tribute for the late Rodion Amirov. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs down the Devils 5-2! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the Leafs victory and discuss Matthews making history with his 66th goal of the season, Domi and Bertuzzi's play on the top line, the uptick in Knies' game as of late, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Toronto Maple Leafs defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in overtime. Sam McKee and Justin Cuthbert discuss Matthews diversifying his portfolio sans Marner, the over and under officiating, plus the improving penalty kill as the regular season nears its completion. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs beat the Habs 4-2 on the road in their final matchup of the year. JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne break down the Leafs win, discuss Marner’s return to the lineup, Matthews hunt for 70, and much more!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 4-1 to the Tampa Bay Lighting in their third meeting of the regular season. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee chat about Vasilevskiy’s dominance, Matthews' continuing the hunt for 70, Reaves’ physical presence and how the Leafs could manage their roster down the stretch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs secure a 6-4 victory against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee delve into an ugly end to the game, the contribution of secondary scorers, and Matthews' renewed hunt for 70 goals. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-0 in New York State! Sam McKee and Anthony Petrielli talk about Matthews making history, Samsonov's shutout, the improving penalty kill, the warrior play of Giordano, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Washington Capitals 5-1 at Scotiabank Arena! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss Matthews' playmaking, Giordano's return, Bertuzzi's increased production, and much more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 6-3 to the New Jersey Devils at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, the Leafs' lack of urgency during this stretch run, Nylander's back on a heater after his brief lull, Jo Woll's rough night and what it would cost to bring Bertuzzi back this summer. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss the stellar play of Joseph Woll, another sleepy start, special teams struggles, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 at Scotiabank Arena! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee talk about the team's lackluster penalty kill, Domi's rise up the lineup, Edmundson's physicality, a busy night for Ilya Samsonov, and much more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Washington Capitals 7-3! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss Ovechkin's chase for Gretzky, Domi's chemistry with Matthews, Bertuzzi's impact on the team, and much more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs fall 4-3 to the Philadelphia Flyers. Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the game, the Leafs' tendency to give up early period goals, the confounding play of William Nylander, Benoit's place on the team and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs blow a late 4-2 lead to the Carolina Hurricanes, falling 5-4 in a shootout. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, including the Leafs' special teams woes, Brodie's struggles, Liljegren looking more comfortable alongside Edmundson, Robertson scoring in his return and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 6-2 win over the Flyers in Philadelphia! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the victory, they discuss the powerplay, Bertuzzi with Matthews, and Samsonov's play. Plus, they chat injuries and why Domi should shoot more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Leafs Talk takes over Real Kyper and Bourne with Nick Kypreos away as JD Bunkis joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee in-studio. They start with the news that Bobby McMann has signed a 2-year, $1.25 million AAV deal, and they share their thoughts on the price, contract comparables and his future role. Then, they discuss the pressure on the core four and predictions for who will take the starting netminding job. Finally, the guys rank the Leafs' 'Team Bs' over the years and where the supporting cast this season stands amongst previous groups. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 3-2 win over the Canadiens in Montreal! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the victory, and get to the great night from Max Domi - should he be encouraged to shoot more? They discuss the play of Ilya Samsonov, who continues to look great since his return, and get to the play of the top line - any reason to be concerned? Plus, they share some observations on the new additions, Joel Edmundson and Connor Dewar. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Boston Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 at TD Garden. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee talk about the significance of the loss, Matthews' lack of impact, mistakes, and Marchand's antics.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs won 2-1 over the Buffalo Sabres in overtime at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee talk about Samsonov's performance, the second line, the legitimacy of 3-on-3 overtime goals, and the Leafs adding another defenceman at the deadline.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Boston Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee talk Joseph Woll's performance, the rising third line, fading second line, and some concerns with Timothy Liljegren. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs secured a shootout victory over the New York Rangers in Toronto! JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne discuss Samsonov's performance, Rempe's fight with Reaves, the play of the third line, and Mitch Marner's game.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee react to the breaking news that Ilya Lyubushkin has been dealt to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get back to winning ways with a 4-2 win over the Arizona Coyotes. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, Joseph Woll's return, the fourth line, Marner's brilliance, and trade targets for the Buds. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs' longest win streak of the season ends at 7 games as they fall 6-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights at home. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, a night to forget for Morgan Rielly, Sheldon Keefe gettting tossed from the game, struggles on home ice and how to work Jo Woll back into the lineup after a less-than-pretty performance from Ilya Samsonov. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs win their seventh game in a row, 4-3, against the Colorado Avalanche! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, Bertuzzi's hat-trick heroics, Marner's dominance, Nylander's resurgence, and Keefe's adjustments.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs win 7-3 against the Vegas Golden Knights. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, the Leafs' depth, Domi and Bertuzzi's involvement, Tavares' excellence with Bobby McMann and a positive look at the blueline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs win 6-3 against the Arizona Coyotes. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, Matthews hitting 50, Tavares changing roles in the lineup, and Brodie and Liljegren together on the blueline. They also chat about McMann's impact and Marner's recent form. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs take down the St. Louis Blues in a 4-2 matinee on Family Day. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee are in-studio to break down the win - another slow start, how much meaning is put into wins against middling teams, Tavares' reduced role and the pressure on Bertuzzi. Then, a bigger picture perspective of the team, whether Marner is underrated in the Toronto market, Matthews' hunt for 70 and Samsonov's impressive numbers since his return. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs defeat the Ducks 9-2 in Toronto! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win and discuss another Matthews' hat-trick. They chat about the Ducks' poor play, Radko Gudas, Bobby McMann's impact, and Tyler Bertuzzi breaking the curse! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

An Auston Matthews second-period hat-trick helped the Toronto Maple Leafs down the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in an overtime victory! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, discuss penalties, and John Tortorella. They then chat about Matthews' evolution as a shooter, the board battle, Travis Konecny, and PWHL tickets.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Bobby McMann scored a hat-trick in a 4-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, talk about Morgan Rielly's suspension, the Leafs' all-round great play, Timothy Liljegren, and is Tyler Bertuzzi cursed? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs hang on for a 5-4 win over the Stars following goals from all four members of the 'core four'! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, and get to '52 seconds of sexy', as a chaotic back-and-forth gave the Leafs a lead they did not relinquish. They discuss the play of Mitch Marner, John Tavares' spin-o-rama to William Nylander, and Willy's pair of goals themselves. Plus, they get into Jake McCabe's bloody night, the continuing great play from Simon Benoit, and chat whether William Lagesson deserves to play more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Pierre Engvall sinks his former team with a goal in the final minutes, as the Leafs lose 3-2 to the Islanders at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss, and discuss the Engvall goal - who does the blame fall on, Morgan Rielly, Ilya Samsonov, or someone else? They get into the recent play of William Nylander (especially since signing the big contract), Samsonov vs. Sorokin, and Simon Benoit stepping up once again. Plus, with the news that NHL players are returning to international competition, JD and Sam chat about Team Canada's chances. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 4-2 win over the Jets in their final game before the All-Star Break! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the home-and-home victory, and get to how happy they were for Ryan Reaves to score both in his return off injured reserve and to his hometown of Winnipeg - will he factor in more with Calle Järnkrok on the shelf? They chat about Auston Matthews getting to 40 goals in 46 games, John Tavares scoring a goal to break his slump, Tyler Bertuzzi's goal being waved off, and another great outing for Ilya Samsonov. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 1-0 win in OT over the Jets at Scotiabank Arena! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, and discuss the stellar outing from Ilya Samsonov. How important was it for his confidence, given his struggles earlier in the year? They get to the team shaking off a slow start, the fire from Sheldon Keefe when the players looked sluggish, and Auston Matthews scoring his 39th goal of the year. Plus, Nick Robertson looked great in the win - will he continue to get more playing time? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs defeat the Kraken 3-1 in Seattle! JD Bunkis and Anthony Petrielli break down the win, and discuss the stellar performance from Ilya Samsonov. They chat about the Leafs' forward group, where Domi fits in, Benoit's toughness, Robertson's usage, and a tough day at the office for Brodie. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs drop another game on their West-coast road trip, losing 6-4 to the Vancouver Canucks. JD Bunkis and Anthony Petrielli break down the game, the trend of slow starts, Martin Jones starting to fall back to earth, defensive lapses and special teams woes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs hang on in Calgary for a 4-3 win over the Flames! JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne break down the win, and discuss Auston Matthews' league-leading fourth hat trick of the season - did he will the team to break the four-game losing streak? They chat about the Leafs' video review staff, who deserve to be named as one of the game's three stars, and debate whether or not the would-be tying Flames goal deserved to be waved off. Plus, they discuss the need for scoring from guys other than Matthews, and get to the recent play of both Tyler Bertuzzi and Matthew Knies. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs were up 2-0 early on and blow another lead, losing 4-2 to the Oilers in Edmonton. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss and debate the question on everyone's minds: how much is head coach Sheldon Keefe to blame for the continual struggles late in games? They discuss the lack of consistency from the team's scoring depth, the recent play of Matthew Knies, and Keefe blending lines over the last few games. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 4-2 to the Detroit Red Wings at home in the second night of a back-to-back. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, the Leafs' slow start, Samsonov's return to NHL action, Mitch Marner reaching 600 career points and Sheldon Keefe's seat starting to heat up. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs blow a three-goal lead vs. the Avalanche and lose 5-3 at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss, and get to the play of the Leafs' big stars - did they shrink vs. the Avs' big stars in the moment? They discuss the referees and whether or not they should be considered a massive factor in the final score, and debate who should start in goal vs. the Red Wings on the second half of a back-to-back. Afterwards, they share their thoughts on the recently released All-Star jerseys ahead of the All-Star Game in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs' four-game win streak is snapped in New York, as the Islanders win 4-3 in OT. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break it down, and discuss how despite the loss they felt the team overall played pretty well. They get to Martin Jones in net, the Jake McCabe play in overtime, and Auston Matthews potting another two goals - is his play, as good as it is, sometimes underappreciated on a game-to-game basis? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs blow out the Sharks 7-1 at Scotiabank Arena! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the big win - how much do you learn about a team when they win by big margins? They chat about the play of Nick Robertson, Martin Jones looking steady once again, and get into when Dennis Hildeby might make his first appearance in goal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs close out the California road trip with a 4-1 win over the San Jose Sharks. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the victory and discuss Martin Jones successful road trip, Elliotte Friedman's HNIC report regarding Nylander's next contract, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 2-1 win over the Ducks in OT! Ailish Forfar, Justin Cuthbert and Sam McKee collectively break down the game, including a low-scoring affair, Auston Matthews ending things in OT with his league-leading 30th goal, and Martin Jones getting both games of the back-to-back and playing well once again. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

William Nylander scored twice, Tyler Bertuzzi had two helpers and Martin Jones stopped all 31 shots faced as the Toronto Maple Leafs posted a 3-0 shutout win over the Los Angeles Kings. Jones, who started his career with the Kings, held strong behind a strong team defensive effort in the opener of their three-game road trip in Southern California. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs grab a 4-1 win over the Blue Jackets right before the NHL's holiday break! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, and get into another dominant performance for Auston Matthews - can he continue this pace for the rest of the season? They discuss great games for the other big names, including Mitch Marner and John Tavares, and chat about a bounce-back performance for goaltender Martin Jones. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get blown out 9-3 on the road to the Buffalo Sabres. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, Ilya Samsonov's rough stretch hitting a new low, the Leafs' next steps in net, whether the team's defence might be the real problem and Auston Matthews' goal-pace as he adds another. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs get dropped by the visiting Rangers, a 5-2 loss at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee discuss the defeat, including the performance of Martin Jones - after a number of bizarre goals, should he still get a pass given the lack of any glaring deficient plays? They get to yet another big night from Auston Matthews, who is now on pace for a whopping 73 goals, and chat about Tyler Bertuzzi keeping the sheet clean when it comes to penalty minutes. Plus, they discuss John Tavares and the 1000 point celebration - is he a Hall of Famer when it's all said and done? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs put up both seven goals and a shutout in the return of Kyle Dubas, as they crush the Penguins 7-0 at Scotiabank Arena! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, including the offensive explosion shown by the team - was that the most complete game of the season even without Auston Matthews? They discuss the play of Max Domi, the Gordie Howe Hat Trick from Matthew Knies, and Tyler Bertuzzi buzzing once again. Plus, they get to the shutout from Martin Jones - how do you handle the goaltender duties going forward? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs scored five unanswered goals in the third period but couldn't grab the win in OT vs. the Blue Jackets in a 6-5 OT defeat at Scotiabank Arena. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss, and get to the big comeback - how should you view a game in which they scored five straight but lost anyway? Is the glass half full or half empty? They discuss the play of Ilya Samsonov and whether it was the right move to let him battle through, and also get to the play of the top players during the comeback, including two more goals from Auston Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner each scored twice with their dads in attendance as the Leafs blow out the Rangers 7-3 at Madison Square Garden! JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, and discuss the casual dominance shown by Matthews during a four-point night in New York. They discuss a thundering hit from Jake McCabe and the response by the Rangers afterwards, the play of Noah Gregor who was elevated to the top line in the absence of Matthew Knies, and also get to how Tyler Bertuzzi showed some more jump. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

John Tavares gets his 1000th career point vs. his former team, but the Islanders bounce back to beat the Leafs 4-3 in OT. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the loss, and get right to Tavares' big milestone - was all the booing from Islanders fans still warranted, even for such a huge accomplishment for their former player and captain? They also discuss the play of Noah Gregor and William Lagesson, why Brad Treliving doesn't get more credit for their signings, and the play of Mitch Marner on a night where they could have used a bit more on offence. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs make it two wins in a row following a 4-0 shutout victory over the Predators at Scotiabank Arena! Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the win, and get to Ilya Samsonov stepping up in the wake of Joseph Woll's injury with an 18-save shutout. How important is this for him going forward, especially with a busy week of games? They also chat about the play of David Kampf - did we see the best goal he's ever scored? Plus, they also get to some positives from both Matthew Knies and Noah Gregor. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs hold on for a 4-3 win over the Senators, but lose Joseph Woll to a late injury - what now? JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, and debate what the loss of Woll means to the team - can the team step up and overcome? Do they have enough goaltending depth with Ilya Samsonov and Martin Jones (who entered in relief of Woll)? Does a trade need to be made? Plus, they discuss the play of Nick Robertson, and William Nylander providing an important insurance goal late in Ottawa. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 4-3 in overtime to the Boston Bruins. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, a strong effort from the core four, Max Domi finally scores his first goal as a Leaf, Pastrňák delivers again in Toronto and they reevaluate the team's shorthanded defence. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeat the Seattle Kraken 4-3 fueled by Mitch Marner's second career hat trick. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win, the team's inability to get it done in regulation, Marner's shooting touch, the lack of defensive reliability and if the Leafs missed an opportunity to trade for Calgary's Nikita Zadorov. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs take down the Florida Panthers in a bizarre 2-1 shootout win. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, the Panthers' physical pressure early on, a tremendous outing from Joseph Woll, Sheldon Keefe showing frustration on the bench, Morgan Rielly's unsung reliability and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs fall 3-2 to the Pittsburgh Penguins in their first meeting of the season. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game, Pens' GM Kyle Dubas winning the first battle against his former team, the Leafs' second line starting to figure it out and the first line struggling. Is it time to split up Matthews and Marner? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick things off looking back on the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to the Blackhawks this afternoon. The trio focus in on Matthew Knies' fit on the top line, how the team should manage their goalie tandem in back-to-back games, Mitch Marner's usage, Conor Timmins' ceiling, and the team's depth contributions. Later, we hear Sheldon Keefe's reaction to his team's performance in Chicago on today's "Kyper's Clippers". After the break, the fellas look ahead to tonight's slate of NHL action in Gametime presented by Bet365, before heading to the text-line to read your questions and comments! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Leafs escaped Sweden with four points following their 4-3 win over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday Morning. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the victory highlighting the heroics of super Swede William Nylander, and a rejuvenated sense of grit among the roster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Sam McKee start with their immediate reactions to the Leafs' win over the Red Wings in Sweden, Toronto's slow start, Nylander's 3rd-period heroics, the disallowed goal and Samsonov looking more steady. Later, they listen-in and react to John Tavares' & Sheldon Keefe's post-game pressers. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Justin Bourne debate if the Maple Leafs can repeat their strong Saturday night performance and discuss the biggest stories of the young season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.