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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start by sharing some memories of the late Bob Cole. Then, they look ahead at tomorrow's Game 4 between the Leafs and Bruins with Nylander potentially getting in the lineup after dealing with migraines. Has Willy's status been handled correctly? Later, they go through the lineup at practice with Brodie filling in for Lyubushkin on paternal leave and consider possible powerplay adjustments. Finally, Craig Simpson (31:00) shares some of his takeaways from the series thus far, the trend of the Leafs' production dipping in the postseason, power-play problems and Marner'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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' 4-2 loss to the Bruins in Game 3 last night, now trailing in the series 2-1. They get into the muted fan atmosphere, Toronto's physical presence, the controversial missed calls, Marchand's effective gamesmanship and the Leafs' power play struggles hitting a breaking point. Then, on the core four - the absence of Nylander starting to become noticeable, Marner's up-and-down game and Matthews quiets down after his Game 2 break-out. Later, on Swayman's statement performance and if the Bruins would be crazy to continue rotating their tandem for Saturday. Finally, they get an update on Nylander's status and share what needs to be addressed in Game 4. 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 start with a look back on last night's action as the Canucks fall without Demko and the Jets get another poor performance out of Hellebuyck. They are joined by Satiar Shah (3:55) of Canucks Central, who weighs in on the Canucks' play in Game 2, Demko's injury timeline, Pettersson's struggles and their defensive depth. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - a legendary goalie battle between Bobrovsky and Vasilevskiy, how significant Sam Bennett's injury is for the Cats, Carbery calls out Ovechkin and concerns starting to rise for 'playoff Hellebuyck.' 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.

It's game day and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are all dressed up to tee up Game 3 between the Leafs and Bruins. They discuss the importance of starting off strong, home-ice advantage and whether Nylander will finally make his postseason debut after participating in practice today. Then, on the Bruins' page - the Leafs' successful defence on Pastrňák, Montgomery complains over scheduling and Sam shares some thoughts on Marchand's Game 2 dive. Finally, former Leafs' GM Gord Stellick (30:45) shares how Game 2 shifted his perspective of the series, the Leafs' recent challenges on home ice and Marner's underwhelming play thus far. 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 start with the news out of Vancouver that Thatcher Demko is questionable for the remainder of the first round and the Canucks' chances against Nashville without their number 1 netminder. They are joined by Oilers' analyst Rob Brown (6:02), who shares his thoughts on Edmonton's fiery start to the postseason last night, the Kings' series outlook after being outclassed in Game 1 and what makes McDavid and co. so lethal on the powerplay. Later, he weighs in on the other 3 Western Conference series and who's looked the strongest early on. Finally, they regroup with Sam to look back on last night's playoff action. 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 start with the Leafs levelling the series with a 3-2 win over the Bruins in Game 2. They discuss defensive miscues on the goal at the end of the first period, more boneheaded penalties, Matthews' dominance and Samsonov's bounce-back performance. Then, to the other side of the rink - the decision to play Ullmark over Swayman and Bruins' stagnant offensive. To close, they discuss whether Marner needs new linemates, depth forwards shining, Nylander's status and how Game 2 changes their perspectives on the rest of the series. 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 go over the Game 1 action over the weekend, a barn burner in Winnipeg and the hometown dominance thus far. They are joined by Hall of Famer Adam Oates (7:50), who dives deeper on the series openers we've seen thus far - Canucks getting secondary production at the right time, how the Leafs adjust to the Bruins' style of play, the pressure on Matthews and more! Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - the Avs running out of options in net, Maurice downplays Reinhart's free-agent value and the Sabres name Lindy Ruff head coach (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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 5-1 loss to the Bruins in Game 1 on Saturday. First, they discuss the absence of Nylander, how cautious the Leafs should be with his workload and possible causes for his mysterious injury. Then, a more in-depth breakdown of the game - the Leafs' lack of discipline, an inability to create offensively, a characteristic slow start and Matthews and Marner not showing up. Later, evaluating the blueline's performance and if the Leafs should consider bringing Brodie back into the fold. Finally, a chat about Samsonov and who should get the net in Game 2. 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 and Justin Bourne start the second hour by welcoming Doug MacLean in for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac goes through every series to make picks and discuss the biggest storyline for each. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Coyotes' move to Salt Lake City. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee to make their own picks for the first round, conference finals and Conn Smythe before going through some of the exit interviews from eliminated teams. Finally, they answer your questions on the text 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.

It is the eve of the Stanley Cup playoffs, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are locked in on the Leafs' first-round matchup against the Bruins. They get into storylines from the Leafs' skate today, whether Nylander's absence is an injury concern or just maintenance, Brodie missing the cut and Matthews and Marner staying split for now. Then, they compare the Leafs' and Bruins' positional groups and how they balance out. How good does Samsonov need to be to win the series? Will Woll enter the fray? Finally, Leafs legend Wendel Clark (32:47) shares his thoughts on the Round 1 matchup, the physical aspect and the keys to the series. 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 and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber, who goes through the Canadian playoff teams, their Round 1 outlooks and which player will be the biggest difference-maker. Then, with the sale now official, he discusses the Coyotes' move to Salt Lake City, the emotional final game at Mullett Arena and what the league has learned from their nearly 30 years in Arizona. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - the fallout in Arizona, Meruello not showing up to the final game and Jakob Chychrun's provides no certainty on his future 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' final game in the regular season, a 6-4 loss to the Lightning in Tampa. They get into Matthews gruellingly missing the 70-goal mark, powerplay struggles and Nylander's lacklustre effort. Then, a look at roster combinations before Game 1, if Matthews and Marner will be reunited, the odd men out on defence and who sneaks in due to injuries. Finally, a big-picture look at the Leafs' first-round matchup against the Bruins and what's at stake for Toronto from a front office, fan, coach and player point of view. 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' first-round opponent is set! Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a brief look at how Toronto matches up with Boston in a 7-game series before looking back at last night's 5-2 loss to the Panthers. They get into the overemphasis on getting Matthews to 70, the disaster second period and a missed opportunity for Woll. Then, a chat about which d-men are in the lineup for Game 1. Later, a more in-depth look at the Leafs' challenge against Boston in Round 1 - what role the history of the rivalry takes and where each team has the edge. Finally, catching up on an exciting night in the race for the final Wild Card spot in the East as the Capitals clinch in dramatic fashion. 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 start the second hour with a chat about the quality of the Wild Card race in the East and Lukas Raymond's heroics for Detroit last night. They are joined by former player, agent and GM Brian Lawton (6:45), who shares his thoughts on the race, which of the contending teams could steal a round if they sneak in and if the NHL would or should consider a play-in format. Then, he weighs in on the Coyotes' move and why it never worked out in Arizona. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - McDavid hits the 100-assist mark, Hart Trophy picks and Bruins commentator Jack Edwards announces his retirement. 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 start with a look at the Leafs' game tonight against the Panthers, a potential first-round preview. They discuss playoff scenarios and if teams want to draw Toronto in the first round and Nylander & Matthews' milestone chases. Then, to Florida where Sportsnet's Luke Fox (14:51) shares some injury updates, what the Leafs still need to work on in the last two games and which players are still competing for a spot on the Game 1 roster. Later, is there anything Joseph Woll could show tonight to dethrone Samsonov for Game 1? 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 and Justin Bourne welcome former NHL executive and PWHL executive director Brian Burke in-studio to start the second hour. They discuss NHL load management, divisional vs. 1-8 playoff seeding and Canadian teams' cap disadvantage. Then, with the Coyotes' move to Salt Lake, he gives an argument against expansion. Later, he shares who he thinks will end up with the final Wild Card spot in the East, his pick in the Hart race and teams he likes in round 1. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news & notes where they go through tonight's action, packed with playoff implications. 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 start with the Leafs' 5-4 overtime loss against Detroit over the weekend. They get into Matthews' chase for 70 goals drawing the team's focus, how to best manage his minutes in the last two games and the Leafs running into the injury bug at the wrong time. Then, a chat about where the team stands in net after Samsonov's concerning start in Saturday's game. Finally, an evaluation of the Leafs' blueline heading into playoffs, confidence rankings, what McCabe's injury means and if Brodie is on the outside looking in for Game 1. 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 start with a look at the Western Conference playoff picture as Edmonton has a chance to steal the Pacific Division lead from Vancouver and Mark Stone returns to practice for Vegas. They are joined by Garry Galley (7:55), who shares his thoughts on Stone's return, if McDavid's maintenance days are a concern going into the postseason, the tight MVP race and playoff dark horses. Finally, they regroup with Sam to answer your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and (returning) Sam McKee start with some Masters takes before diving into the Leafs' 5-6 loss against the Devils last night. They discuss Matthews adding two to his total of 68 goals, whether his chase for 70 has now taken priority over team goals, a scary outing from Samsonov and how the goalies will be deployed in the final 3 games. Later, the voice of the Red Wings for Bally Sports, Ken Daniels (33:50), sets the stage for Detroit's game against Toronto tomorrow night, looks ahead at Patrick Kane's future in Detroit and evaluates Derek Lalonde's season behind the bench. 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 Daniele Franceschi start the second hour with a chat about reports around a likely relocation coming for the Coyotes with Salt Lake City as a landing spot. Joining the conversation, Elliotte Friedman (9:53) shares the latest on the move, the future of hockey in Arizona if they do move, where it went wrong for owner Alex Meruelo and how it impacts the players. Finally, they regroup with Daniele for news & notes - the Oilers closing in on the Canucks for the division lead, concern levels rising for Vegas and going over the results of the NHLPA's player poll. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome guest producer Daniele Franceschi as they look at the Leafs' lines ahead of tonight's game against the Devils. They dive deep into the defensive pairs as Edmundson returns to the lineup tonight and how the blueline will be deployed before playoffs. Then, they discuss the importance of rest before the postseason and how to balance Matthews going for 70 vs. being well-rested for Game 1. Finally, the Athletic's Josh Kloke (32:17) weighs in on the rest vs. rust debate, which Leafs players need 'load management' the most and the goalie rotation in the final games with Samsonov now virtually locked in for the Game 1 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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by MSG Network's Steve Valiquette, who weighs in on what type of goalie is needed to win a cup in the modern era and the importance of capitalizing on broken plays and net traffic in the playoffs. Then, he discusses Ilya Samsonov's playoff outlook, the emergence of Alex Nedeljkovic and Jake Oettinger heating up at the right time. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news & notes - Jack Hughes ruled out for the season with shoulder surgery, Landon Dupont being granted exceptional status, the Canucks solidifying their position ahead of Edmonton and MVP picks. 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 start with the Leafs' 3-2 overtime win over the Penguins. They discuss the hopeful vibes around the team and city, Brodie looking better, questionable officiating, Matthews' strong play without Marner and whether the Leafs should push for home ice in the playoffs. Then, on the Dubas element of the game. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (33:13) shares his thoughts on what's still unanswered with 5 games remaining, Matthews' hunt for 70, Keefe's late-season experimentation and if it will lead to any permanent changes in the playoffs. Finally, he looks at and makes predictions for the postseason race in the East. 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 start with a look at the playoff race in the East as just 2 points separate 5 teams. They are joined by Oilers' analyst Jason Gregor (4:25) who looks at possible first-round matchups for Edmonton, if the Oilers did enough at the deadline, why Tanev would have been the perfect fit for them and confidence levels for Stuart Skinner as the uncontested no. 1 goalie. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - Tomáš Hertl gets set to make his Golden Knights debut, concerns rising for the slumping Canucks and the Sens take exception with the Devils sliding the puck in the empty net after the buzzer. 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 start with a look ahead at tonight's Leafs' game against the surging Penguins and how Pittsburgh has been able to pull themselves back into the playoff picture. Then, on the Leafs' 4-2 win over the Habs on Saturday and Keefe's brand-new set of lines. Are the Leafs running out of time to solidify line pairings before playoffs? Later, Penguins radio analyst Phil Bourque (32:11) on Pittsburgh's late-season climb, Bunting's impact, Karlsson rising at the right time and Nedeljkovic playing his way out of Pittsburgh's price range. 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 start the second hour by looking back on the line brawl between the Devils and Rangers at MSG. NHL Network's Mike Rupp (3:08) gives his take on the scrap, whether it was inevitable, why fighting still belongs in the modern game and the emotional impact of a fight like that. Then, he sets the stage for tonight's chapter in the Ovechkin/Crosby rivalry as the Caps and Pens face off for crucial points in the Eastern Wild Card race. Finally, they regroup with Sam to answer your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a rare day in Toronto sports as the Leafs, Raptors and Jays all lost on the same night yesterday. They get into the Leafs' 4-1 loss to the Bolts, Tampa heating up at the right time, Toronto's special teams inconsistencies and if the goalie battle can finally be put to bed after an unremarkable outing from Joseph Woll. They are joined by Leafs' radio analyst Jim Ralph (32:27) who shares his thoughts on where the team stands after a pair of games against the Florida teams, Samsonov claiming the starting job, a more confident bottom 6 and what questions still need to be answered before playoffs. 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 start with a look back at the Canucks' 6-3 loss to the Golden Knights last night and if they're running out of time to turn their play around before playoffs begin. They are joined by former NHLer PJ Stock (4:02), who discusses how the Habs' recent wins are coming at the cost of player development and how long the fans will remain patient with the rebuild. Then, he weighs in on the snail race for the Wild Card in the East, Tortorella's future in Philly and the Canucks' recent skid. They regroup with Sam for news & notes - checking in on the Wild Card race, Tom Wilson criticizes the media and breaking down Torts' latest rant. 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 start with a look ahead to the Leafs' match-up against the Lightning tonight. They get into the emotions of the playoff rematch, Tampa's roster turnover and where Kucherov fits in the Hart conversation. Then, a Leafs POV - Matthews' chase for 70 and how the team is using rest ahead of the postseason. Finally, Lightning VP Dave Andreychuk (32:55), weighs in on the team's up-and-down season, the impact of the deadline additions, Vasilevskiy slowly returning to his Cup-winning form and Stamkos' future in Tampa. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome NHL analyst Jamal Mayers into the studio to kick off the second hour. He looks ahead at first-round matchups and how various teams match up with their likely opponents in a 7-game series. Then, he shares which team has the edge for the final Wild Card spot in the East, John Tortorella's latest post-game outburst and the Senators' looming decisions. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news & notes - checking in on award races, Crosby reaches the point-per-game mark for the 19th time, Torts' future in Philly and Jeff Skinner becomes the first player to get to 1000 career games without a playoff 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' up-and-down win over the Panthers last night. They get into the near-blown lead, Nick Robertson making a case to be on the playoff roster, whether Samsonov has earned trust as the Game 1 starter and the positive presence of the forward depth. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (31:19) shares how the Leafs' are using 'rest as a weapon' ahead of the playoffs, why the starting goalie spot isn't set in stone yet, who will be knocked out of the special teams units when the team is fully healthy and what the Leafs are getting in their latest signing, Jacob Quillan. 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 start with a discussion about Connor McDavid closing in on a 100-assist season and a look ahead at a busy night around the NHL. They are joined by former NHLer Adam Oates (8:00), who evaluates Kucherov's stellar season, Bedard's rookie campaign and sleeper teams in the playoffs. Later, they regroup with Sam for news and notes - previewing a crucial matchup between the Isles and Flyers tonight, the Leafs' lack of powerplay production, Jonathan Quick surpassing Ryan Miller as the winningest American goalie and teams with the most demanding schedules before playoffs. 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 start with reactions to Auston Matthews reaching the 60-goal mark on Saturday against the Sabres. They get into the game - Leafs fans taking over the Sabres' home ice, the scrum to end the game and Samsonov's shutout bringing him closer to securing the starting job heading into the postseason. Then, looking ahead to tonight's game against the Panthers and how the Leafs respond to Florida's physicality. Finally, former Panthers' defenseman and current analyst Ed Jovanovski (34:47) discusses Florida's untimely skid, their playoff outlook with heightened expectations, Reinhart's signature season and how the deadline additions are fitting in. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome in Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on the Wild Card race in the East, playoff expectations for Matthews, the Jets' and Canucks' untimely skids and Hyman hitting 50 goals. Then, he looks ahead at potential playoff matchups and who has the edge in the first round. Later, they discuss the Hart trophy race heating up as McDavid approaches a 100-assist season. Finally, they welcome in fill-in producer Tristan Marchegiani to answer your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start with the Leafs' 5-1 win over the Capitals last night and Bertuzzi's two-goal effort as he is heating up at the right time. Then, they break down Simon Benoit's 3-year, $1.35 million AAV extension and project which 6 defencemen will be in for Game 1 of the playoffs. Does Brodie need to win his job back? They are joined by former Leafs' GM Gord Stellick (32:49), who shares his thoughts on the rest vs. rust debate, whether Giordano will be used in the postseason, if Matthews' chase for 70 is a distraction and Tampa starting to threaten in the standings. 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 start with a look back at last night's NHL action and the parity at the top of the league. They are joined by former NHL scout Jason Bukala (4:40), who shares his thoughts on the Capitals' & Predators' impressive stretch runs, Leafs' special teams problems, likely call-up college players to watch and what issues could arise if the NCAA lifts restrictions for CHL players. Finally, news and notes - the Bruins and Panthers scrap, Guentzel speaks on leaving Pittsburgh and a dream-come-true moment for Josh Doan. 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 start with the Leafs' uninspiring loss to the Devils last night. They get into the Leafs taking their foot off the gas after a dominant first period, Keefe's heated post-game comments, lack of urgency and Nylander notching his 40th. Then, to the crease - concern levels after Woll's rough outing, how Keefe will utilize the trio down the stretch and if the Leafs have the most uncertain goalie situation amongst playoff teams. Finally, standings watch as Tampa starts to catch up and if it the Leafs might prefer to finish in a Wild Card 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the race for the Presidents' Trophy as only one point separates the top 7 teams. They are joined by former Red Wings goalie and now-analyst Chris Osgood, (6:15) who shares his thoughts on Detroit's sloppy finish to the season as they compete for the final Wild Card spot in the East, short & long-term solutions in net, the jumps from Mo Seider and Lucas Raymond, and Patrick Kane's impact on and off the ice. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - if Vegas missing the playoffs is a good or bad thing for hockey, rumours that Tortorella will move to management and which competing teams have the easiest schedules 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look ahead at the Leafs' first encounter with the Devils this season. They get status updates on Marner, Samsonov, Rielly and Edmundson - the pair quietly dealing with tweaks. How careful should the Leafs be with their injuries down the stretch? Then, what the team needs to focus on ahead of the playoffs - the battle in net, staying motivated, solidifying lineup combinations and Matthews' hunt for 70. Finally, Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald (29:57) sets the stage for their critical game against the Leafs tonight, underlying reasons for New Jersey's disappointing season, long-term plans in goal and Timo Meier finally starting to settle in. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome in Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic (2:45) fresh off his Hockey Night in Canada debut over the weekend. He shares his takeaways from the Oilers' loss to the Leafs on Saturday, a rare physical display from Toronto and the Edmonton's ceiling. Then, how they stack up against their Pacific Division rivals and Bobby McMann's impact since signing his extension. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Ovechkin picking up the pace in his chase for Gretzky's record, the Penguins recover their stolen Jagr bobbleheads and a large change coming to Junior Hockey with the NCAA considering dropping restrictions for former CHL players. 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 get right into a busy weekend in Leafs land as they pick up an impressive win over the Oilers and bring a great defensive effort despite the loss against the Hurricanes. They discuss the team starting to embrace a tougher identity, how they have rallied without Marner in the lineup, Domi becoming more consistent and McMann and Holmberg reinvigorating secondary production. Then, to the crease and a chat about Samsonov's mysterious injury. Finally, a deeper dive into the Hurricanes' playoff outlook, TJ Brodie's role on the team going forward and powerplay woes persist. 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 and Justin Bourne start the final hour of the week with Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance. Mac shares his thoughts on the Tortorella/Couturier drama, the relationship between captain and coach, the Senators' biggest need as they head into a crucial offseason, the Lightning starting to roll and the difficulty of inspiring buy-in on a losing team. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Kuznetsov returns to Washington, Patrick Roy's odd response to the Islanders' rough loss to the Red Wings and Celine Dion reads out the Bruins lineups. Finally, answering your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look ahead to the Leafs' test against the Oilers this weekend. They get into Marner's status, TJ Brodie slated to be scratched again, bizarre lineup combinations in practice, a Matt Murray sighting at morning skate and Domi and Matthews sticking together for at least one more game. Then, a chat about Matthew Knies' season and if his potential is hiding the flaws in his game. Finally, Luke Fox (32:56) sets the stage for tomorrow's game, concern levels for the Leafs' penalty kill, Keefe's management of the goalie tandem and which looming free agent would be best to be sign back this summer - Bertuzzi or Domi. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome in Canucks' analyst Dan Murphy to start the second hour. He discusses what the Canucks are playing for in their final 13 games, their small lull since the All-Star Break, Pettersson's play since his contract, what the team's summer might look like with Lindholm headed for UFA & attention on Hronek as an RFA. Then a look around the three-headed race in the Central and which teams pose the biggest threat to Vancouver. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Tom Wilson suspension predictions, Sean Couturier gets scratched again and what the next GM in Columbus has in store for them this summer, including a potential Gaudreau trade. 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 start with the Leafs' 7-2 win over the Capitals on the back of a 2-goal effort from Auston Matthews. They get into what was a rare quick start for the Leafs, returns on the Matthews/Domi/Bertuzzi line, where Marner will fit back in when he returns and Tom Wilson's high stick on Noah Gregor. Then, a chat about the pressure on the Capitals' young core to force the puck to Ovechkin. Later, they are joined by Craig Simpson (31:02), who shares his thoughts on Woll's performance and the Leafs' direction in net, the Domi/Matthews combo, whether TJ Brodie's season can be salvaged after his first healthy scratch of the year and the difficulties of lineup experimentation at this point in the 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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice. He gets into how the team has built its lauded physical identity, going from fringe playoff team to contender last season, lineup experimenting ahead of and during the playoffs, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson's resurgence. Then, he weighs in on Tortorella scratching Sean Couturier. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Tortorella ducking questions on his Couturier decision, live reaction to the Leafs' scratching TJ Brodie, Rick Nash being named Team Canada GM for this year's world championship and Vegas' playoff spot becoming less certain. 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 start with the Leafs' 4-3 loss to the Flyers last night, and if they have established any concrete lineup combinations during this stretch run. They get into the dysfunction of the Rielly/Brodie pair and optimal d-pairings, the Leafs' lack of urgency, Robertson's defensive lapses and the significance of the final 15 games for the depth forwards. Later, former NHLer and NBC Capitals reporter Alan May (32:55) sets the stage for the Leafs' match-up against the Caps tonight, how Washington climbed back into the playoff picture, the emergence of Charlie Lindgren, Ovechkin getting back to his vintage scoring ways and former Leafs assistant coach Spencer Carbery's impact. 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 and Justin Bourne kick off the second hour with NHL Network's Mike Rupp (4:42), who weighs in on the Flyers' decision to make captain Sean Couturier a healthy scratch, why Tortorella continues to return to this coaching tactic and how this type of move impacts the locker room vibes. Then, a look at the Wild Card chases and the bunched-up Metro Division. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee to chat about possible landing spots for Sidney Crosby if he jumps off the Penguins' ship. Finally, news and notes - reviewing early returns of the big deadline acquisitions, changes coming from GM meetings and Ovechkin inching closer to Gretzky's record. 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 start with the sad news of Chris Simon's passing today and Kyp shares memories of their head-to-heads in his playing days. Then, a significant note ahead of the Leafs' match-up with the Flyers tonight as Philly makes Couturier a healthy scratch. Later, a Toronto POV of the game - Leafs turn back to Samsonov, whether they should expect retaliation from the last time they faced off and Benoit making his return to the lineup. Finally, former Flyer Scott Hartnell (32:38) weighs in on the Tortorella experience as a player, what led to Couturier being scratched and if playoffs are still on the table for the Flyers. 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 start in Florida where the GMs are meeting to play some golf (and also attend GM meetings, apparently). They are joined by Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds, (5:22) live in Florida to share what's being discussed at the GM meetings and what isn't. Then, he shares his thoughts on the tightening playoff race in the Central division with the Jets, Avs and Stars all tied at 91 points for first in the division and if any teams on the outside can put pressure on Vegas in the West. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news & notes - Dmitry Kulikov gets a hearing for his hit to Conor Sheary's head, Wayne Simmonds announces his retirement and the latest development in Arizona's search for a new arena. 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 is back with Justin Bourne and Sam McKee and they start the week with a look back over the Leafs' loss against the Hurricanes this weekend. They get into the Leafs' crushing blown lead, the team missing Marner, early returns on the deadline acquisitions, special teams concerns and Samsonov gaining ground for the starting goalie job. Later, more on the Leafs' recent powerplay failures, how it all falls apart without Marner, whether moving Liljegren to the top unit over Rielly can help and Matthews showing his frustration while waiting wide-open in the slot. 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.

Justin Bourne is again joined by guest host Gord Stellick as they welcome Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac gets into the best way to prepare for the playoffs during a stretch run, Doug Armstrong being named GM of team Canada, the Red Wings' fighting in practice, if the NHL needs to close the LTIR cap loophole and what is discussed at GM meetings. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee to answer your questions on the text 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome guest host Gord Stellick with Nick Kypreos away. They start with the Leafs' blowout win over the Flyers last night, whether Keefe 'broke the code' by running the top power-play unit late, the Leafs' lucking out on some bad goals, Samsonov's stellar play and Bertuzzi starting to roll. Then, they share their concern levels for Marner's ankle injury. They are joined by former NHL executive Mike Futa (31:53) who shares his thoughts on the Leafs' additions at the deadline, the offseason additions finding their way and he sets the stage for the Leafs' big test tomorrow against the Hurricanes. 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are joined in studio by Luke Gazdic, who shares his thoughts on the surging Oilers coming off a 7-2 win over the Capitals last night. He gets into Connor Brown FINALLY notching his first goal of the season, the Oilers' and Golden Knights' playoff collision course, Knoblauch's line combinations and Zach Hyman continuing his excellent scoring campaign. Then, a look around the league - Nashville's impressive point streak, the class of the West, if the Leafs did enough at the deadline and the Rempe suspension. Finally, news and notes - Zadorov calls MacKinnon the best in the league, the Red Wings and Canucks both get into fights at practice and Erik Karlsson is once again involved in trade rumours. 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 hockey is back after a short break, and Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look ahead at their game against the Flyers tonight. To help preview the matchup, they are joined by Leafs writer Anthony Petrielli (6:59), who discusses how McMann went from healthy scratch to a new extension and goes through the roster to put together the team's optimal line combinations. Later, Charlie O'Connor (31:41) of PHLY Sports shares a Flyers POV of the game, their playoff chances after selling at the deadline, the buzz around Matvei Michkov and the Tortorella experience. 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with a look at the Eastern Conference playoff picture as the Panthers continue to pull away from the pack after their comeback win over the Stars last night in which they trailed 3-0. ESPN's Kristen Shilton (4:09) shares her thoughts on the battle at the top of the Eastern Conference, Atlanta expansion rumours, Bedard embracing the 'next face of the league' role and whether Crosby would ever leave Pittsburgh to chase another cup. Later, news and notes from around the NHL - the Predators continue their 12-game point streak, Byram getting comfortable in Buffalo and the Sabres lack a response after UPL got run over. 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome in guest host JD Bunkis with Nick Kypreos away. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with their reactions to Matt Rempe receiving a 4-game suspension for his elbow on Jonas Siegenthaler last night. Former NHL coach Bruce Boudreau (3:05) shares his thoughts on the league sending Rempe a message, coaching tough guys, the Wild pulling their goalie in OT, Demko's injury and the most impactful trade from the deadline. Later, they regroup with Sam for news and notes - ranking the best defensive units in the league, checking in on award races and Anson Carter aims to bring the NHL back to Atlanta. 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 start with their thoughts on ex-Marlies' Josh Ho-Sang's new hip-hop album as the Leafs get a needed day off. Then, they discuss Nick Robertson voicing his frustrations with his role. The Athletic's Josh Kloke (12:28) shares his thoughts on Robertson's comments, the team's cohesion a month away from the playoffs and what the deadline additions bring. Later, Leafs' radio analyst Jim Ralph (32:03) weighs in on how an 'underdog' label helps the team, who's winning the battle for the starting job in goal, Brad Treliving's focus on adding grit at the deadline and if Tavares is better suited for the second or 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the NHL's playoff picture as the Islanders claw their way back into contention on the back of a 6-game winning streak. They are joined by Panthers analyst Jeff Chychrun (2:19), who weighs in on Paul Maurice's impact on the team, Florida's physical presence, what Vlad Tarasenko brings and where Barkov ranks among the best players in the league. Then, he looks at what went wrong for his son, Jakob, and the Sens this season. Then, they regroup with Sam to chat about how the cap puts Canadian teams at a disadvantage and how the divide can be fixed. Finally, news and notes - the Wild pull their goalie in OT for a gutsy 2 points, Tortorella receives a 2-game suspension and the Canucks lose Demko to injury. 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 start with some fallout from Friday's deadline as the Leafs enter into the final stretch of the regular season. Then, into Saturday's win against Montreal - Matthews' recent down stretch, back-checking miscues, Knies' improved play on the bottom 6, McMann playing himself out of Toronto's price range and evaluating the mixed-up lines without Marner. Who is the answer at second-line centre? Then, evaluating Connor Dewar and Joel Edmundson's Leafs debuts, the decision to pull Benoit from the lineup and who will be the odd man out of the defence corps come playoffs. Finally, an update on who's winning the starting battle in net. 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 and Justin Bourne are joined in-studio by Elliotte Friedman for post-trade deadline wind-down. He shares his thoughts on Vegas' unexpected trade for Hertl, teams that missed out on their targets, top-end goalies staying put and if there's any chance Sidney Crosby leaves the Penguins as they enter their rebuild. Later, Doug MacLean (30:36) hops on for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares how deadline day has evolved before getting into the Hertl deal and Vegas' cap tactics, the drama in Pittsburgh after the Guentzel trade, the Devils pivoting from Markstrom to Jake Allen and more from this week's trades. 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 deadline is all wrapped up, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the day headlined by Vegas' big splash at the buzzer for Tomáš Hertl. They get into the biggest stories of deadline day - potential injury and contract concerns around Hertl, the Oilers stay relatively quiet and the Jets make a push with a trade for Toffoli. Then, the guys discuss trade winners and losers. Later, Leafs' GM Brad Treliving (20:42) joins the show to share his thoughts on the team's moves at and ahead of the deadline, what newly acquired Connor Dewar brings, his faith in the group and looks ahead at a probable first-round matchup against the Bruins. Finally, some thoughts on the Leafs' greasy 4-1 loss to the Bruins last night. 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 start with some thoughts on the influx of trades in the Western Conference and the budding arms race between the Avalanche, Canucks and Golden Knights. They are joined by Golden Knights reporter for the Athletic, Jesse Granger (4:57), who shares his thoughts on Vegas' moves for Hanifin and Mantha, why Vegas is going all-in this year and whether Guentzel or Buchnevich are still in play for them. What would be the most entertaining first-round opponent for Vegas? Later, they regroup with Sam for news and notes - the Devils shopping Toffoli, a look ahead at this summer's UFA class and the future of the Bruins’ goalie tandem. 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.

We have a deal! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with a review of the Leafs' trade for Joel Edmundson from the Capitals completed earlier today. They discuss the team's focus on physicality, what he can bring to Toronto, where he fits into the lineup and what moves may follow. Have the Leafs done enough to keep up with their improving contemporaries? Then, looking back over the Leafs' sleepy 2-1 win over the Sabres last night. Finally, NESN Bruins analyst Andy Brickley (33:58) discusses Toronto and Boston's playoff collision course, their focus at the deadline and the market for Linus Ullmark. 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 start the second hour with more reflection over today's trades before they are joined by former scout Jason Bukala (5:31). He shares why the Byram/Middlestadt trade is a puzzler for both sides, Lindholm's fall-off in Vancouver and the unprecedented idea of the Canucks flipping him to Pittsburgh. Then, on what Walker brings to the Avs, Tampa making a long-term play for Hanifin and if Dallas has enough in-house to stand pat at the deadline. To close, they regroup with Sam to discuss Crosby trade rumours starting to float around, what he would cost and Rasmus Sandin signing an expensive extension to stay in Washington. 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 catch up on a trade-heavy day in the NHL as GMs are eager to make moves ahead of Friday's deadline, though no moves from the Leafs yet. They get into the tough position Brad Treliving is in with the asset cupboards near empty, if the Leafs missed out on any of the players moved today and the improvements in the Eastern Conference competition. Later, Sam cooks up some bold fake trades for the Leafs. Finally, they welcome Brad May (28:20) into the studio to share how this time of year affects players' mentalities, the feeling of being traded, what the Leafs need to prioritize at the deadline and how Ryan Reaves' energy impacts the team. 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 start the second hour with a shocking report that Elias Lindholm may be back in trade talks as the Canucks eye a Jake Guentzel trade. Former NHL player, manager and agent Brian Lawton (8:13) shares his thoughts on the Guentzel sweepstakes, if the Penguins should consider a full rebuild and how deadline war rooms have evolved. Then, he goes around the league to discuss which players various teams need to target at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - Brett Pesce's market, the Panthers pulling away from the pack and revisiting Dubas trade record in Toronto ahead of his first, high-pressure deadline in Pittsburgh. 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 start with the Leafs' 4-1 loss to the Bruins last night. They get into what was another slow start for the Leafs, a night to forget for the Brodie/Liljegren pair, Boston's unkillable culture, Woll still working his way back to full speed and Rielly struggling as the power play QB. Then, a look around the league at available defencemen at the deadline and which would be the best fit in Toronto. Finally, the guys go through the lineup and discuss which combinations should be left untouched at the trade deadline, and which need to be addressed. 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 start with the Canucks locking up Elias Pettersson to an 8-year extension over the weekend and they compare the contract terms to William Nylander's. They are joined by SN650's Satiar Shah (3:19), who shares his thoughts on Pettersson's extension, where the team is on a Guentzel trade, other targets at the deadline and who from the lineup is dispensable. Then, they are rejoined by Sam McKee to react live to the Devils parting ways with Lindy Ruff. Finally, news & notes - the idea of an NHL play-in tourney, the Penguins transitioning to full-out sellers and the Hanifin to Tampa Bay rumours growing stronger. 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.

It's trade deadline week! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with a look back over the Leafs' shootout win over the Rangers on Saturday. They get into Rempe vs. Reaves, Rempe's dirty hits on Lyubushkin, the third line starting to solidify itself and Nylander getting benched. Then, looking ahead to tonight's game against the Bruins and Samsonov getting the nod to start. Finally, they are joined by NESN's Billy Jaffe (34:47) to share a Bruins' POV of tonight's game, how they'll approach the deadline with multiple pending UFAs, whether Jake DeBrusk is on the move and the recent dip in goalie play. 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 and Justin Bourne start the second hour with reports around the Canucks and Hurricanes discussing an Elias Pettersson trade as extension talks remain stalled before Doug MacLean's Off-the-Rails Friday appearance (2:28)! Mac delves into how legit the Pettersson trade rumours are, the Canucks' options and whether the situation is a distraction for the team. Then, he weighs in on the Lyubushkin trade, rumours that Calgary was unwilling to trade with Toronto and landing spots for various players at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee to answer your question on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' late-night move, acquiring Ilya Lyubushkin (again) for a 3rd and a 6th-round pick. They discuss where he fits into the Leafs' lineup, the price and potential next moves for Brad Treliving. Then, they react to Treliving's availability, his openness to trading this year's first-round pick and who would be the likely target. Finally, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (35:17) shares an update on Liljegren's injury status, his thoughts on Lyubushkin's return to Toronto, what he can bring in an off-ice capacity, Woll's return to the ice last night and the resurgence of Ryan Reaves. 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 and Justin Bourne start with the Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli who gives an in-depth breakdown of the Chris Tanev trade, how it impacts the market for defencemen and why the Leafs were never really in the conversation. Then, he gets into the Canucks' progress in extension talks with Pettersson, potential destinations for Jake Guentzel and what happens with Hanifin after the Tanev trade. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Hyman scores his 40th goal, Bruce Cassidy returns to Boston and a look ahead at some of the action in the NHL tonight. 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 off with the big news that the Flames have pulled the trigger on a Chris Tanev trade, sending him to Dallas. They get into Calgary's return in the deal, if the Leafs missed out and which right-handed defencemen the team should pivot their focus to. Later, a chat about Jo Woll returning to the net tonight after 85 days since his last start and Sheldon Keefe gets a $25k fine for his outburst. Finally, Coyotes' analyst Craig Morgan (32:25) sets the stage for tonight's game between Arizona & Toronto, the Leafs' odd inability to beat the Yotes at home, what's gone wrong for Arizona during this recent 12-game losing streak, the latest in the organization's search for a new arena and who will be available 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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Milwaukee Admirals forward Cody Hodgson (2:25). He discusses his return to pro hockey after his diagnosis of a rare muscle condition, why he decided to come back to the game and what it was like to be back after 8 years away. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for NHL news and notes - takeaways from Gary Bettman's presser in Winnipeg, Crosby keeping the Penguins relevant and the Canucks' skid continues. 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 start with the anniversary of Sidney Crosby's Golden Goal and where they were during the special moment. Then, into the Leafs' streak-breaking loss to the Golden Knights last night - the team's play when they're down, Tavares' rare signs of frustration as he adjusts to his new role, Keefe getting tossed and concerning play from the all-left-handed d-corps. Finally, Rangers' MSG reporter Steve Valiquette (32:51) weighs in on Matt Rempe's gauntlet, why he needs to exercise more restraint and breaks down Ilya Samsonov's strengths and weaknesses through this recent 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look at the playoff picture in both conferences and which teams are getting the most desperate ahead of the deadline. They are joined by Garry Galley (6:13) to share his thoughts on Zach Hyman's unlikely transformation into a 50-goal scorer, whether the Flames should be selling and why teams outside of the playoff picture like the Senators would want to buy at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam to discuss the strange vibes emerging between the Canucks and Pettersson, the price for a possible extension and how much money has to do with his stagnating contract talks. 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 start with a look ahead at the Leafs' game tonight against the Golden Knights at home. They discuss Vegas' injuries, what type of reception Rielly will get in his first game at home since the suspension, Reaves staying in the lineup over Gregor and the all-left-handed d-corps. Then, a discussion about available right-handed defencemen after Chris Tanev and what they would cost. Finally, former NHL goalie and the Daily Faceoff's Carter Hutton (27:44) weighs in on the Leafs’ goalie situation with Woll returning from injury and the dynamics of keeping 3 goalies on 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 and Sam McKee start the second hour with a recap of an eventful weekend in the NHL, including an unexpected result in the Battle of Alberta. They are joined by Flames' analyst Eric Francis (3:32), who weighs in on Calgary's recent hot stretch, whether it changes their deadline plans at all, the price for Tanev and their hesitancy to make a move with ex-GM Brad Treliving in Toronto. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news and notes - rookie Matt Rempe turning heads with his fists in New York, Chelios gets his jersey retired in Kane's 'showtime' return to Chicago and the Canucks reportedly taking calls on Elias Pettersson. 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 start with the Leafs' extending their win streak with a win against the Avalanche over the weekend. They discuss what's spurred this recent change in play, the power play starting to heat up and how much this streak changes perceptions of the team inside and outside the facility. Then, they get into Saturday's game, Colorado's intimidating top-end talent, Bertuzzi's birthday hat trick and the sustainability of the bottom six's elevated play. Later, a conversation about Samsonov's recent stretch, how much credit he deserves over the win streak and how Joseph Woll will be reintroduced to the team now that he's been cleared from his ankle injury. 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 and Justin Bourne start the second hour with Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac delves into the Leafs' dominant stretch and how it affects their deadline approach, if there's any concern for the Canucks who've lost 3 straight and the Jets' attendance issues. Then, he goes through some of the headline trade targets and where they might land. To close out the week, they regroup with Sam McKee to answer your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' win last night over the Golden Knights in Vegas. They get into one of the season's most impressive wins, a more balanced line rotation, how the Rielly/Greig incident rallied the team, Domi's expanded role and Rielly's return. Then, a wider view of the roster as is and why their recent win streak reinforces an 'all-in' approach to the deadline. They are joined by the Athletic's Joshua Kloke (35:59), who shares his thoughts on a more relaxed vibe around the Leafs' locker room, how this recent stretch has impacted their deadline plans and the evolution of their leadership group. 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 and Justin Bourne start the second hour with NHL Network's Mike Kelly, who runs through award races - Auston Matthews' early case for the Hart Trophy, Quinn Hughes running away with the Norris and Faber vs. Bedard for the Calder. Then, he discusses which teams are better or worse than their records according to underlying analytics. They regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - Quinton Byfield's entry for goal of the year, landing spots for Markstrom and Saros, the latest on the Coyotes' search for a new arena and Seattle on the verge of becoming sellers. 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 start with the Leafs extending their winning streak to 5 games with their 6-3 win over the Coyotes last night. They get into the defensive pairing chemistry, Matthews reaching the 50-goal mark, Tavares' reduced role, Bertuzzi's struggles and Marner's recent stretch of incredible playmaking. They are joined by former captain of the Golden Knights Deryk Engelland (35:39), who tees up tonight's game between Vegas and Toronto and shares his thoughts on Vegas' title defence efforts thus far, Mark Stone's injury, who steps up in his absence and what weaknesses they need to address 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Bruins and their recent struggles as the absences of Patrice Bergeron and David Krejčí finally start to take shape. Eddie Olzcyk (2:24) joins them to tee up Boston's game against the Oilers tonight, Edmonton's stretches of inconsistency, Paul Coffey's impact behind the bench and a look at teams' deadline outlooks around the league. Finally, they regroup with Sam to chat about the panic-mode Penguins, Dubas' presser, potential landing spots for Jake Guentzel and if Crosby should be made available for trade. 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 start with a look ahead to the Leafs' game tonight against the Coyotes, Toronto's past struggles in the desert, Matthews eyeing his 50th in his homecoming and whether it's concerning how much the team relies on him. Is Keefe doing enough to get the most out of depth players? Then, a chat about trade deadline and all-in scenarios for the Leafs. Finally, they are joined Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong (25:50) to tee up tonight's game, the young core's development and how active they might be 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour by revisiting Hartman vs. Perfetti as the Wild and Jets matchup tonight, Perfetti's comments post-game and the trend of players airing on-ice business to the media. Joining the conversation, Jets analyst Sean Reynolds (6:34) sets the stage for the game and discusses the Jets' early returns on Monahan, how active they will be at the deadline and Rick Bowness' Jack Adams case. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - a review of Jagr night in Pittsburgh, the Penguins' options at the deadline and Tampa at risk of missing the playoffs. 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 are back from the long weekend and they start with the news that Morgan Rielly's suspension being upheld and the team's success without him. Then, they get into the Leafs' 4-2 win against the Blues yesterday - Marner and Matthews clicking, Knies having a bigger impact and a look at special teams with Nylander playing the PK and Bertuzzi getting the nod on PP1 over Tavares. Finally, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (34:53) weighs in on the odd trend of the Leafs winning without top players in the lineup, McMann's grit, the goalie situation and why the Treliving should be conservative 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the second hour with the Flames' 6-3 loss to the Sharks last night and if that was the final nail in the coffin for Calgary to begin offloading players. They are joined by former NHL scout Jason Bukala (5:19) who delves into what Tanev & Hanafin would cost in a trade, the value of picks for this year's draft cycle and which organizations are in the best & worst positions in terms of tradeable assets. To close out the week, they answer your questions on the text 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the Leafs' win over the Flyers last night - Matthews putting the team on his back, a familiar game script, Bertuzzi's goal-drought nightmare continuing and the trend of slow starts. Then, confidence checks on Samsonov as Woll's status stays mysterious. Later, they are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox (35:32) to get into the Leafs' needs, who to target at the trade deadline and who will be made available for trade. 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 and Justin Bourne start with the news of the day that the Blue Jackets are parting ways with long-time general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen. Joining the conversation, Sportsnet analyst David Amber (6:00) shares his thoughts on what went wrong for Kekäläinen, the timing of the decision and possible replacements. Then, he gets into Crosby's future in Pittsburgh if they miss the playoffs again, who will wear the 'C' for Team Canada and the best trade target at the deadline. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - which teams are legitimate cup threats, the Penguins' struggles continue and how shifts in the NCAA impact junior hockey. 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 start with a look at the Flyers as they come to town to take on the Leafs, and John Tortorella's comments on young players' expectations entering the NHL. Looking ahead to the game, they discuss Marner, Tavares and Nylander coming back from illness and Giordano's injury status. After, a chat about whether Morgan Rielly could or should be the Leafs' next captain. Finally, Flyers GM Daniel Brière (27:19) shares how he's approaching the trade deadline, the addition of Jamie Drysdale and the decision to name Sean Couturier captain. 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 start the second hour looking back on Connor McDavid's 6-assist night and if the NHL should change how they count secondary assists. They are joined by SN650's Mike Halford (5:43), who discusses the Canucks' composed win over the Blackhawks last night, their reported interest in Phil Kessel, how acquiring Lindholm changes the dynamics of Pettersson's extension and what other moves might be coming. Then, news and notes - Ridly Greig speaks on Rielly's cross-check for the first time, Brady Tkachuk's hat trick and the Islanders looking bleak. Finally, the guys share their plans for Valentine's Day! 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 start with Morgan Rielly's 5-game suspension, the 'Leafs conspiracy' when it comes to suspensions and what could come from his appeal. Then, on the Leafs' win last night over the Blues, overcoming the team's Frankenstein lineup, McMann's hat-trick, Bertuzzi's goal demons and the Brodie/Liljegren top D-pair. Then, on the Leafs' goalie situation with murmurings of Matt Murray's potential return. Finally, to keep Nick Robertson or to sell? 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 start the second hour still awaiting a Morgan Rielly suspension ruling, and they take a look at the goalie trade market with Markstrom, Saros and Gibson potentially all on the table. They are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman (8:43) to share the latest on Rielly and why the league upgraded it to an in-person hearing. Then, a look at what type of return Calgary is looking for in trades, why teams are making moves earlier and how aggressive the Leafs will be at the deadline. Finally, news and notes - Pietrangelo & Marchand reach the 1000 games mark, what Tampa does at the deadline and whether the Kraken are buyers or sellers. 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 start with Morgan Rielly's delayed suspension hearing, why it's taking so long, which precedent it will follow and how many games they think he'll get. They look ahead to tonight's Leafs game against the Blues, McCabe taking the power-play QB role, which player Keefe should try next to Matthews and Marner next and how long Samsonov's leash is with Hildeby in as the backup. They are joined by Blues' President of Hockey Ops. and GM Doug Armstrong (27:10) to share the progress on St. Louis' rebuild, Robert Thomas' development and the decision to fire Craig Berube. 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 start the second hour with more reflections from Super Bowl 58 before welcoming Sportsnet's Ian Mendes (2:29) to the show. He gets into Saturday's rendition of the Battle of Ontario and the controversial empty-net goal from Ridly Grieg, Ottawa redefining their identity and why the extra scrappiness is good for the game. They regroup with Sam for news and notes - what the Flames do with their expiring defencemen, more moves coming for the Habs, whether Walman's game-winning griddy crossed a line and Ovechkin 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee return from the weekend and start with a recap of Super Bowl Sunday and Canadian golfer Nick Taylor's latest heroics, this time at the Waste Management Open. They get into the aftermath of Saturday night's tilt with the Senators and their reaction to Morgan Rielly's cross-check of Ridly Greig. The guys debate what merits a sufficient suspension for Rielly, how the NHL and George Parros will view it and if this incident blew up because it featured the Maple Leafs. They, also discuss if Rielly's reaction to Greig was a sign of larger frustration with the season and if other Leafs should have joined their teammate. After the break, they listen to Claude Giroux's take on Rielly-Greig, take a look at the state of Leafs' D without Rielly and discuss Joseph Woll's much-anticipated return to practice. 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.