Real Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee break down the Leafs' 4-2 win over the Devils - a solid debut from Dennis Hildeby, beating Sheldon Keefe, depth delivering with the core four staying quiet and persisting power play struggles. How should Craig Berube rejig the two PP units? Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (33:14) shares his first impressions of a Craig-Berube-led Leafs team, why the core four has struggled to start, what's wrong with the power play and Timmins' opportunity to prove himself. 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 former NHL head coach Mike Keenan in-studio to chat about what it was like to coach Nick with the New York Rangers, his coaching styles with 'star' players, before jumping into his newest book "Iron Mike: My Life Behind The Bench", what got him interested into writing about his career and life off the ice and some behind the scenes stories from the 1993-94 Stanley Cup winning team. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee take a look at the Vancouver Canucks blowing a 3-goal lead in their home opener to the Calgary Flames, Linus Ullmark's real-life comparisons to a start of a new year, and the Ottawa Senators' bad track record to begin the regular 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 2024-25 season opener, a 1-0 loss against the Montreal Canadiens. They discuss the end of the Leafs' 252-game shutout streak, Stolarz's stellar debut, power play concerns and the scoreless effort from the team's forward group. Later, they look ahead to the Leafs' test tonight against Sheldon Keefe's New Jersey Devils, break down the ex-Leafs bench boss's pregame availability and react to Toronto’s lineup changes for game 2, including a change in the crease with Dennis Hildeby getting the nod in the back-to-back. 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 affiliate.

Edmonton Oilers analyst Rob Brown (3:55) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss the team's hopes for a second consecutive run to the Stanley Cup Final, the x-factors for the 2024-25 season, which areas of the lineup they could improve in and expectations for Connor McDavid. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look around extensions across the league including Linus Ullmark's fresh new contract with the Ottawa Senators and Carter Verhaeghe's long-term deal with the defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers. 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 affiliate.

After a long summer, it's finally a Leafs game day! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get you all set for game 1 of 82, including a late scratch for Jo Woll, what to expect from Stolarz's Leafs debut and Hildeby getting the call-up over Murray. How worried should Leafs fans be with the freshly-extended young goalie's long-term health? Finally, former NHLer PJ Stock (31:45) helps set the stage for Leafs/Canadiens tonight, shares his expectations for their seasons and weighs in on each team's offseason changes. 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet 650's Satiar Shah (4:41) to discuss what the expectations are for the Vancouver Canucks ahead of the 2024-25 season, Thatcher Demko's uncertain status, an outlook on the defensive pairings, how Jake DeBrusk fits in the top six and Rick Tocchet's focus from training camp. Then, former NHLer and Utah HC analyst Dominic Moore (29:16) jumps on to set the scene for the city's newest franchise and the projections for GM Bill Armstrong's roster. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee wrap up the show with their thoughts on Igor Shesterkin rejecting the New York Rangers' latest offer. 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 affiliate.

The NHL regular season is here! Ahead of the Leafs' first game on Wednesday, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee check in on GM Brad Treliving and Craig Berube's practice availability. The guys dig into how games will be split between Woll and Stolarz, a worrying update on Hakanpää and whether donning the 'C' will change Matthews' leadership approach. Finally, Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph (32:46) shares his thoughts on the adjustment period to Berube's play style, the goalie tandem and the burden of being captain 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne begin their national hour by bringing on former NHL goalie and NESN analyst Andrew Raycroft (3:35) to discuss Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins agreeing to a contract extension, how the team's relationship and his performance will be affected and the state of the Atlantic Division. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about a waived James Reimer getting claimed by the Anaheim Ducks, the New Jersey Devils' regular season ceiling and expectations for the plucky Sabres and Red Wings. 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the week with reaction to the Leafs signing Steven Lorentz & Max Pacioretty to round out their season-opening roster. Then, they share their thoughts on the projected lineup for opening night, McMann on the outside looking in, an increased role for Holmberg and the players trending up and down Berube's list of favourites. Later, they address blue line depth, the intensity of the Leafs' camp and Cowan getting sent down. 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne bring back former NHL president and general manager Doug MacLean (1:26) to chat about which Canadian franchise had the best offseasons, the uncertainty around the Flames' rebuild, if the Canucks can leapfrog over the Oilers in the Pacific Division and his perspective of Jeremy Swayman's contract fallout with the Boston Bruins. Then, sports orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jason Smith jumps on to discuss the mystery behind Thatcher Demko's rare muscle injury, how much toll a body takes in hockey versus other sports and how carefully Patrik Laine needs to rehab his MCL 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 2-0 preseason win over the Red Wings, in which Nick Robertson added two more goals to his superb camp so far. They break down Stolarz's effort in net, Jo Woll's preseason inactivity and Liljegren's role moving forward. Then, a conversation about Amazon's Faceoff series. Finally, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (32:08) discusses Berube's influence on the Leafs' camp, a possible end to the Willy-at-centre experiment, how Tanev can add to Rielly's game 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome former NHL goaltender and New York Rangers analyst Steve Valiquette (4:07) to discuss the way they keep their body in shape off the ice, why Rangers fans should be worried about Igor Shesterkin entering the final year of his contract, if Linus Ullmark can push the Senators into the playoffs, how the Leafs split time with their goaltenders and the stalemate between the Bruins and Jeremy Swayman. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on the fine lines of fighting in today's NHL following Conor Geekie vs. Josh Davies before quizzing Nick on his teammates from October 6, 1989 - his NHL debut with the Washington Capitals. 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs preseason game against the Red Wings and discuss who's still competing for the team's open roster spots. They dig into the outlooks for Easton Cowan, Steven Lorentz, David Kämpf & Calle Järnkrok. Should the Leafs give Cowan a nine-game trial? Later, former GM Gord Stellick (30:13) weighs in on the Leafs' offseason changes, Nylander's move to the middle, Max Pacioretty's upside, expectations for Chris Tanev 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's draft and prospect analyst Jason Bukala to chat about evaluation processes during the preseason, whether Jake DeBrusk can co-exist alongside Elias Pettersson on the Canucks' second line, the ramifications of WHL's Braxton Whitehead verbally committing to the NCAA and if the Sens can climb back into the points within the Atlantic Division. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam share their thoughts on a heated preseason game between the Montreal Canadiens and Sens and Arber Xhekaj's hit on Tim Stützle. 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a chat about the value of team bonding in the preseason. Then, they discuss Matthews taking over as captain and how both his and Tavares' roles will change. Later, they take a look at the Leafs' crease and project how the team will split time between Woll & Stolarz. Finally, they dive deep into the blueline group and discuss roster bubble 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Stanley Cup champion and head coach of the Florida Panthers Paul Maurice (1:52) to look back at their Game 7 win over the Edmonton Oilers, his approach to the upcoming season, if he expects his team to have a slow start and how he'll fill the void on their blueline without Brandon Montour and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Patrik Laine's knee injury and the standoff between the Boston Bruins and Jeremy Swayman. 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 with the first Leafs Hour of 2024-25! The guys open the show by discussing what will be different about this version of the Toronto Maple Leafs. What have they seen in preseason to indicate how Craig Berube will change the team's structure? Next, they move to Mitch Marner's contentious summer, how much is riding on the Maple Leafs superstar's season and a potential future contract to remain with the Blue and White. Does Marner's situation parallel at all with what William Nylander went through last season? On the Nylander front, Nick, Justin and Sam close the hour by discussing the Swede's potential move to centre and whether the Leafs will stick with this plan. 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 final show of the 2023-24 season, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their favourite moments and the biggest NHL stories of the year. Then, they each share their thoughts on the best signings of the offseason so far, what the Leafs still need to add and the Panthers' tax advantage. Next, they hand out awards for the best guests on the show throughout the year. Later, they discuss the NHL quietly reinstating Bowman, Quenneville and MacIsaac and Jessica Campbell becoming the first full-time female NHL coach with Seattle. They close out the show and the year by 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, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look back on yesterday's action-packed open to free agency and the biggest stories of the day. They start with Stamkos' move to Nashville and the Lightning's cut-throat decision to let him go. Then, they dig into the Leafs, their new trio of defencemen - Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Jani Hakanpää, the plan in the crease and captaincy questions for John Tavares. Next, they discuss the Canadian teams' movement so far - Slafkovský's big extension with the Habs, the latest on the Oilers' GM search and more. Finally, they weigh in on the Blues' activity today and the Rangers' plan for Trouba. 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.

On the final hour of the Real Kyper and Bourne NHL free agent frenzy, Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox to examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' signings on July 1, including Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Anthony Stolarz. Next, they move onto the Mitch Marner situation, what a Marner contract extension could potentially look like, and Nick Robertson's trade request. To close out the show, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Nick (25:19) to unpack the day's events, including Steven Stamkos' shocking departure from Tampa Bay. 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 affiliate.

In the second hour of the free agency special, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee evaluate the Leafs' additions, resignings and losses thus far and discuss Nick Robertson's trade request. Then, a chat about Tavares' final season under contract and the Leafs weighing the option of removing his 'C.' Later, they check in with the latest moves - Jakob Chychrun heads to DC on a surprisingly cheap return, the Devils nab Brett Pesce and the Predators load up. Lighting insider Erik Erlendsson (25:09) discusses the next era of Bolts hockey without long-time captain Steven Stamkos, how the addition of Guentzel impacted negotiations and the shock Sergachev trade. Finally, free agency winners and losers so 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.

With NHL free agency kicking off today, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the three-hour special edition by reviewing some of the morning moves. They start with live reaction to Stamkos signing with the Predators before touching on the Leafs bringing in Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Then, they get more in-depth on Toronto's moves - Stolarz's role, Tanev's term and Domi's hometown discount. Later, they discuss Reinhart's contract with the Panthers, Matt Murray re-upping in Toronto, the Canucks landing DeBrusk and the Leafs sticking with Liljegren. Finally, they close the first hour with some Mitch Marner thoughts. 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 the final Off-the-Rails Friday of the season! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss last night's NHL Awards, the Canucks abandoning efforts to re-sign Zadorov and his potential fit in Toronto. Former NHL president, GM & coach Doug MacLean (7:36) shares a front office's POV of draft night, the Lightning's impasse with Stamkos and why the Leafs should be careful on a potential Marner trade. Then, he weighs in on what to expect from the Leafs in free agency, the Flames' rebuild plan, Saros' extension and the Panthers' outlook with their myriad of expiring contracts. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee to discuss Kadri's future in Calgary and 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 discuss the Canucks hanging on to Dakota Joshua and Teddy Blueger, their cap-saving trade with Chicago and what those moves say about their interest in Guentzel. They review Leafs' GM Brad Treliving's draft presser - his uncertain stance on Marner and how he approaches the team's pending free agents. Then, a chat about the goalie market and how confident they are in Joseph Woll as the Leafs' uncontested no. 1 netminder. Lightning & Team Canada head coach Jon Cooper (28:37) shares his thoughts on his state rival raising the Stanley Cup, how he balances his different coaching duties and his part in the selection process for Canada's 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.

Frank Seravalli joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to look ahead at what could be a chaotic next few days leading up to the draft (6:01). He gets into the latest on Mitch Marner, the Panthers' plan for Reinhart, the Red Wings' focus on the goalie market, what return the Jets are looking for in a McGroarty trade and Alex Meruelo walking away from Coyotes ownership. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee to discuss the elements surrounding a Leon Draisaitl extension and what it might look like. Finally, they dive deeper into the Leafs' options for Marner, Jeff Skinner's buy-out market and Guentzel landing spots. 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 Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions, and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on their Game 7 victory over the Oilers. They discuss McDavid's performance in the closeout game, him not coming out for the Conn Smythe, whether Bobrovsky deserved the honour more, the soft, eventual winning goal allowed by Skinner and more. Then, they listen to some of the post-game sound from last night. Later, they react to the announcement of this year's Hockey Hall of Fame class. Afterward, a chat on the Oilers' offseason plans and projecting what Leon Draisaitl's extension might look like. Finally, they share their thoughts on the Senators acquiring Linus Ullmark from the Bruins and Jo Woll nearing an extension with the 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee are all geared up for tonight's Game 7 as the Oilers look to complete their 3-0 series comeback against the Panthers. They discuss the national excitement heading into the do-or-die contest, the legacies on the line and the historical significance of the game. Hall of Fame goalie Grant Fuhr (6:48) shares his thoughts on the Oilers' resilience this season, Skinner's mentality and the pressure on Bobrovsky. Later, they listen to game-day availabilities and break down the keys to the game for each 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 get set for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final as the Oilers look to push the Panthers to a Game 7. On for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance, Doug MacLean (5:10) shares his takeaways from Tuesday's tilt, McDavid's dominance, Paul Maurice's role in the closeout game and how the Oilers' shut-down penalty kill changes the series. Then, he gets into the Markström trade, Mitch Marner rumours and projects how PLD will do in DC. Later, they regroup with Sam for news & notes around the league and 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 start with a chat about pressure heading into Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final and whether it's shifted onto the Oilers as most expect them to force a Game 7. Former NHL scout Jason Bukala (5:24) shares his takeaways from the Final thus far and the main causes for the Oilers' turnaround. Then, he weighs in on the Markström and PLD trades yesterday and more player movement that could be in the pipeline ahead of and during the draft. Later, the guys cook up some Mitch Marner mock trades and consider which landing spot makes the most sense. 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 discuss the flurry of off-ice action today as the Kings trade Pierre-Luc Dubois to the Capitals and the Flames trade Jacob Markstrom to the Devils. Oilers' analyst Jason Gregor (6:34) helps break down the Oilers' season-saving win in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, McDavid's dominance, Skinner's perseverance and more storylines heading into Game 6. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee to go over shifting Conn Smythe odds and review some off-day availability from each 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 look ahead to Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final tonight and the keys for the Oilers to extend the series against the Panthers. Former NHL head coach Claude Julien (6:55) helps preview the game and shares his experience of losing a series after leading 3-0, the pressure of closeout games and Paul Maurice & Kris Knoblauch's respective roles in managing emotions. Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay (30:23) discusses the vibes in Sunrise after the drubbing in Game 4, his expectations for Bobrovsky and why Florida's power play has been so quiet. Finally, they regroup with Sam to go through some early offseason 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 look back on Game 4 in the Stanley Cup Final as the Oilers thump the Panthers 8-1 to stay alive, and how the blowout could shake the series. TVA Sports' Ren Lavoie (6:03) shares his thoughts on whether the Oilers have identified a path to bounce back in the series, pressure on the Panthers and if Bobrovsky's rough outing cost him the Conn Smythe. To close, the guys go around the league with news & notes - murmurs that the Rangers may buy out Trouba and conflicting reports on the Leafs' plans for 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.

Luke Fox joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee to help break down Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final as the Panthers push the Oilers to the brink of elimination (1:44). He gets into the sleepy start from Edmonton, the lack of production from their stars, Barkov's elite two-way play, Tkachuk's reduced role and if there's any way the Oilers can fight back to win the series. What lessons can Edmonton's players and organization take away from the one-sided Final? Later, they go around the league for news & notes and 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 by looking ahead to tonight's Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber (7:56) weighs in on the Panthers' travel trouble, why a good start is crucial for the Oilers, Edmonton needing more out of Draisaitl and how big a factor home ice is for McDavid and co. Later, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - the Hurricanes take popular FA target Jalen Chatfield off the market with an extension, navigating the latest Marner rumours and the Blues name Alexander Steen as GM successor to Doug Armstrong. 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 over last night's Game 2 as the Panthers power to a 2-0 series lead over the Oilers. They get into the Panthers' resilience after a soft first goal from Edmonton, the Oilers' lack of production and Draisaitl's controversial hit on Barkov. Five-time Stanley Cup champ Charlie Huddy (11:57) discusses the physical aspect of Game 2, why the Oilers have struggled offensively, Paul Maurice's impact in the series and more. Finally, they regroup with Sam to review last night's postgame pressers, the Hurricanes announcing Eric Tulsky as GM and how much the cap increase changes team spending this offseason. 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.

Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to help break down Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final as the Panthers got away with a 3-0 victory over the Oilers with big thanks to a standout performance from Sergei Bobrovsky (3:07). They get into the Oilers' complete effort despite the loss, Barkov's dominant defensive play and how Edmonton can respond in Game 2. Then, they regroup with Sam McKee to listen to each team's game-day availability and share takeaways. Finally, the guys close with news & notes around the league. 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.

After a long week of waiting, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Saturday. They discuss Connor McDavid's star factor before they are joined by former president, executive and head coach Doug MacLean (6:11) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac gets into his roots in Florida, how the Panthers defend McDavid, the keys to the series for each team, the coaching battle and more! Then, he discusses the dynamics of a Marner trade now that it's feeling more possible that he'll stay in Toronto for next season. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes and 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 latest on the Mitch Marner saga as murmurs from his camp suggest he'd like to play out his contract in Toronto. Former NHL scout Jason Bukala (6:01) discusses how difficult it will be for the Leafs to find a partner in a Marner deal, Barkov's elite hockey IQ, how the Panthers can get under the Oilers' skin and what it means for Edmonton to be 'Cup or Bust.' Later, the Daily Faceoff's Carter Hutton (29:44) breaks down the goaltender matchup in the Cup Final - Bobrovsky's unique path back to the top of his game and Skinner's resilient postseason run. 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 a chat on the pros and cons of the long break ahead of Game 1 of the Cup Final and which team it benefits more in terms of health and rest. Hockey Night in Canada's Garry Galley (6:33) reflects on Shesterkin's play in the conference finals before diving in on how the Oilers and Panthers match up and where each is most vulnerable. Former NHL forward Ryan Smyth (35:48) reminisces on his finals run with the Oilers in '06, how the game has evolved since and the keys for the Oilers to reach the peak. Finally, news & notes - Ottawa fills out their coaching staff, the Leafs eye Lambert for associate coach and projections for Shesterkin's next contract. 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 stage for the Stanley Cup Final is set and Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get into the Oilers breaking their Cup Final drought, the bizarre scheduling and share brief takeaways from the weekend's elimination games. Oilers GM Ken Holland (5:36) reflects on his team's path to the Stanley Cup Final, the Knoblauch decision, how it changed the team and what they'll need to beat the Panthers. Then, they debate whether Edmonton is 'Canada's Team.' Oilers' analyst Jason Gregor (30:00) previews the Finals matchup, series X factors to watch and looks back over what went wrong for the Stars and Rangers in the Conference Finals. 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 tonight's Game 5 between the Oilers and Stars before they are joined by Doug MacLean (5:38) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac gets into Shesterkin's dominant series, Florida's leadership, Knoblauch's gutsy lineup decisions and the impact of Tanev's injury. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Leafs and why they should reconsider trading Marner this offseason. Later, they regroup with Sam to go through Paul Maurice's entertaining availability and 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 look back on the Oilers' Game 4 win over the Stars to tie up the series and the back-and-fourth momentum swings throughout the WCF. NHL Network's Mike Rupp (6:12) shares his thoughts on the Oilers' period-to-period inconsistencies, their resilience after going down 2-0 and how the team responded to the heat on Darnell Nurse. Then, to the East, Rupp gets into the Rangers' broken defensive structure and their lack of star production. Later, TNT's Mark Messier (26:49) sets the stage for Game 5 at MSG, outlines the keys to the game for each team and chats about pressure and leadership at this time of year. 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 Panthers' overtime win over the Rangers last night, Shesterkin's outstanding play despite the result and the Rangers' stars failing to show up so far in the series. Recently retired Jets coach Rick Bowness (5:41) discusses how Roope Hintz changes the WCF, the Stars' roster-building path to this point, Darnell Nurse's struggles and the right way to coach stars out of slumps in the postseason. Later, they get into the missed penalty-shot call in OT last night, the uptick in embellishment calls and a return to the ice to forget for Blake Wheeler. Finally, they review Darnell Nurse's frustrated game-day availability. 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 Game 3 in the WCF - Dallas flipping a switch in the 2nd to power their way to a 2-1 series lead over Edmonton. TNT's Eddie Olczyk (4:59) shares his takeaways from the game, whether the Oilers should start Skinner in Game 4, how Hintz changes the series and reminisces on his Cup run with the Rangers and Kyp 30 years ago. Later, some coach talk as only the Sharks remain active in the coaching market - the Devils' ceiling under Keefe, Berube meets with Marner and Arniel is announced in Winnipeg. Finally, they navigate Brady Tkachuk trade murmurs. 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 the Oilers' overtime win over the Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final. ESPN's Ray Ferraro (4:05) tees up tonight's Game 2 between the Rangers and Panthers - what went wrong for New York in Game 1, how effective Matt Rempe can be in this matchup and pressure starting to grow for the Rangers' stars. Doug MacLean makes his weekly Off-the-Rails Friday appearance to share his thoughts on the Conference Finals thus far (27:50). Mac digs into the significance of Game 1s, the Maurice effect, offseason coaching hires and Waddell stepping down as Canes' GM. To close, he shares his takeaways from the Oilers' win in 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 are joined by Rangers' analyst Steve Valiquette (2:54) to break down the Panthers' 3-0 win over the Rangers in Game 1 of the ECF last night and how the Panthers' effective gameplan led to a clean score sheet for Bobrovsky. Then, he shares his thoughts on Oettinger's up-and-down play, what the Oilers can do as a team to help Stuart Skinner and the embracing of analytics around the league. Later, former NHL goalie Dwayne Roloson (31:42) - who played for both Edmonton and Dallas - reminisces on his Finals run in 2006 and shares his thoughts on the state of the Oilers' goaltending heading into Game 1. To close, the guys review the Canucks' locker close-out availability. 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 ahead to the Conference Finals as the Panthers and Rangers get their series underway tonight. Three-time NHL All-Star Alexei Kovalev (6:52) shares how the NHL has gotten faster, but not necessarily more skilled. Then, he reminisces on his Cup run with the Rangers 30 years ago and shares his biggest concerns for them in their matchup with the Cats. Later, Leafs' reporter Luke Fox (30:36) - in New York covering the ECF - shares why special teams are key to the series, what to expect from the scrappy Panthers and the vibes in New York. Finally, he discusses Berube's introductory presser and the trade market for Mitch 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 share reactions to the Oilers' win over the Canucks in last night's Game 7 to advance to the Western Conference Final. Jason Gregor, Oilers analyst, breaks down Edmonton's series win, the Knoblauch effect for the Oilers and their biggest positives & concerns heading into their matchup with the Stars (1:30). Then, a post-mortem on the Canucks - the critical loss of Boeser, Pettersson's postseason to forget and their next steps. Finally, they are joined by newly minted Leafs head coach, Craig Berube (35:39), who discusses his first priorities on the job and his overall coaching philosophy. 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 share their first impressions from today's introductory press conference for the Leafs' new head coach, Craig Berube. They get into the emphasis on accountability, the experience he brings and they project how he'll fit in the Toronto market and alongside the Leafs stars. Then, with a coach in the building, they debate the next top priority - making a big-splash trade, beefing up the blueline or finding a goalie? Finally, they go through the Leafs' expiring contracts and weigh in on who they should keep and who they should move on from. 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 the Canucks' late heroics in their win over the Oilers before being joined by Doug MacLean (2:26) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac weighs in on Craig Berube's fit in Toronto, the Canucks' resilience in Game 5, who the Oilers start in net for Game 6 and what went wrong for the Hurricanes. Then, he gets into the randomness of goaltending in Round 2, Makar carrying the Avs and why he expects Jeremy Swayman to lead the Bruins to a Game 7. Finally, they regroup with Sam to go over last night's action and 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 with a daily check-in of the Leafs' coaching search as reports come in live that the organization is closing in on hiring Craig Berube. They share their feelings about Berube, the old-school style of coaching he brings and how the core will respond to it. Later, SN650 reporter Joey Kenward (29:56) breaks down last night's dramatic win for the Canucks over the Oilers, the Vancouver faithful rallying around Pettersson, how they shut down the Oilers' lethal power play and Silov's break-out series. Finally, Andy Strickland (38:48) joins the show to share what Leafs fans can expect from 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 with a chat about the narrative around Elias Pettersson in Vancouver after his lethargic presser yesterday. Joining the conversation, Oilers analyst Rob Brown (7:00) weighs in on Pettersson's play, the Canucks' scrappy mentality, the Oilers' bold call in playing Pickard and their power-play dominance. Later, former NHLer Adam Graves (26:42) sets the stage for the Rangers/Hurricanes Game 6 - the pressure on the Rangers to close in Carolina, Chris Kreider's growing legacy in New York and Lafrenière's growth. 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' coaching search and where other head-coach-needy teams might be leaning in their respective searches. Former Leafs' GM Gord Stellick (10:44) weighs in on why NHL coaching news has dried up, what would be at the top of a new Leafs coach's to-do list and where they might go in the free agency market. Later, Panthers analyst Ed Jovanovski (27:36) tees up tonight's Game 6 between Florida & Boston - the Cats' dominant net-front game, Barkov changing his playoff narrative and Bobrovsky's shut-down 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Oilers tying up their series 2-2 with a 3-2 win over the Canucks last night. JD Bunkis shares his thoughts on Elias Pettersson's unimpactful play, the Leafs' coaching search, Tavares' awkward contract situation and what return he would want in a potential Marner trade (7:42). Dan Riccio of Canucks Central discusses whether Vancouver should rush Demko back with reports he's nearing a return, the narratives around Pettersson and how last night's game changes the series (27:14). Finally, Bruins analyst Pete Blackburn weighs in on Boston pushing the Panthers to Game 6, Montgomery's animated coaching in Game 5, Maurice's masterful approach to the media and the latest on Marchand (53:02). 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 Oilers studio analyst Luke Gazdic (1:27) to tee up tonight's Game 4 between Edmonton and Vancouver - the decision to start Pickard over Skinner, the Oilers' depth deficiency and the Soucy suspension. Then, he weighs in on the Canucks' deadline additions making an impact and whether Silovs' play is sustainable. Later, Hurricanes analyst Tripp Tracy (33:02) discusses the Canes' chances at levelling the series after being down 3-0 to the Rangers, their faith in Freddy Anderson and how big of a distraction the Brind'Amour situation is. They close with Sam McKee for news and notes. 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 through leading candidates in the Leafs' coaching search as the news starts to dry out. They discuss McLellan's underwhelming history, Berube's accountability and how the Leafs compete with other destinations looking for a coach. Is it Berube or bust for Toronto? Former NHL referee Dave Jackson (31:39) reminisces on calling playoff games, discusses the state of officiation in the postseason this year and weighs in on the idea that refs should answer to the media after 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a reaction to Carson Soucy receiving a 1-game suspension for a cross-check after the final buzzer on Connor McDavid as the Canucks take the series lead. Hockey Hall of Famer Kevin Lowe (5:19) looks back on VAN/EDM Game 3, the Oilers losing confidence in Stuart Skinner and why the Canucks' game plan has been so effective thus far. Later, they stay out west with Avalanche reporter Aarif Deen (27:45), who sets the stage for tonight's pivotal Game 4 against the Stars and shares why the Avs haven't been able to beat Oettinger like they did Hellebuyck in Round 1. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news and notes. 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 latest on the Leafs' coaching search as Craig Berube and Todd McLellan appear to be run-away favourites for the job. Nevertheless, they discuss long-shot candidates in Joel Quenneville & Rod Brind'Amour and why the timing of the hire is crucial. Then, a chat about John Tavares' awkward contract situation, his captaincy going forward and if his play at the Worlds could help potential trade negotiations. Finally, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (32:05) gives an organizational breakdown for the Leafs including their draft capital, prospect pool and current contract conundrums. 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 last night's NYR/CAR game as the Rangers take a 3-0 series lead, and how it impacts Rod Brind'Amour's contract status. Doug MacLean, on for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance, weighs in on what today's Leafs' front office pressers say about the team's structure and offseason direction (5:25). Then, he gets into second-round matchups - the Oilers' panicky play against the Canucks, the Hurricanes' goalie problems and Boston's greasy Game 2 against the Bennett-less Panthers. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes and 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 their takeaways from today's press conferences from MLSE President & CEO Keith Pelley, Leafs' president Brendan Shanahan and GM Brad Treliving. They get into what the overall address says about the team's offseason decisions - how Pelley factors into the front office hierarchy, attitudes towards a core four trade and other pressing personnel changes on the table. Later, Luke Fox (33:29) shares his takeaways from today's pressers, how Pelley's presence made it different from previous years, if firing Sheldon Keefe was enough change and the latest on the team's coaching search. 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 on the Leafs dismissing Sheldon Keefe and whether they can follow the footsteps of the Canucks with their next coaching hire. They are joined by Craig Simpson (6:45), who shares his thoughts on Keefe before getting into the Canucks' comeback victory over the Oilers last night. He discusses how deflating a blown lead can be in the playoffs, Silovs' resilience and how important a bounce-back game is for Stuart Skinner. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes. 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 react to the news that the Toronto Maple Leafs have relieved Sheldon Keefe of his coaching duties. They discuss the timing, react to Keefe's video announcement and project what comes next for him. Then, they go through candidates and list what qualities the Leafs need most in their next head coach. Later, looking ahead at on-ice changes could be in store for this offseason. The DailyFaceoff's Frank Seravelli (36:18) shares the latest on the Leafs' coaching search, whether Joel Quenneville can factor in, the possibility of a trade and the market for Marner & Tavares and how much interest they have in retaining UFAs. 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 shortened show by discussing where the Leafs are with their offseason plans as the news cycle hits a lull. Then, they look at last night's Rangers gritty overtime win over the Hurricanes in Game 2. Later, to the Avs' 3-goal comeback over the Stars in Game 1 and how a drained Dallas team can respond in Game 2. Finally, Canucks analyst Dan Murphy (30:50) tees up the series opener between Vancouver and Edmonton - the keys to the series for the Canucks, the challenge ahead of Arturs Silovs and the latest on Thatcher Demko. 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 at tonight's draft lottery and share who they would like to land Macklin Celebrini the most and which team fans would have the biggest issue with. Stars executive assistant Marty Turco (6:50) tees up Dallas' second-round series against the Avalanche with Game 1 kicking off tonight. He gets into Wyatt Johnston's playoff breakout, Oettinger's up-and-down year and goaltending across the playoffs in Round One. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - why VAN/EDM might be closer than most think, new coaches for the Sens & Blues, and the Kings' plan for PLD. 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 the Bruins' win over the Panthers in Game 1 yesterday and if it changes their thoughts on the Leafs at all. Then, they look ahead to Friday's press conferences and whether Shanahan's presence answers questions about his future with the franchise. Later, they discuss Sheldon Keefe's status, Craig Berube as a favourite to replace him and other options in the coaching market. Finally, Luke Fox (31:27) shares his takeaways from the Leafs' locker clean-up day, what the team can build on for next season and their plans for pending UFAs in Domi, Bertuzzi and others. 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 to discuss the Leafs' looming offseason decisions after today's locker clean-out day. He gets into what role new MLSE CEO Keith Pelley plays in the front office direction, Shanahan's future as president, Keefe's future as coach and how the Mitch Marner trade market is shaping out. Then, what to do with the Leafs' pending UFAs and a quick preview of the second-round matchups. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news & notes - the coaching carousel after Bowness announced his retirement, the reigning champs get eliminated and Matthews is named a finalist for Selke. 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' season is over after losing to the Bruins in Game 7 on Saturday. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some takeaways from the series and Game 7. How will this series be remembered by Leafs fans? Then, they break down the availability from today's locker clean-out day, including Marner's comments about being looked at 'like Gods.' Later, a bigger picture view of looming offseason decisions - Keefe's future, possible plans for Marner and if Shanahan is safe under the new MLSE ownership. 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 Doug MacLean for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac goes through the remaining first-round matchups as the Leafs head to Boston for Game 7, the Canucks look to recover their grip on their series against Nashville and Dallas tries to close it out against the reigning champs. Then, he looks ahead at Round 2 matchups and which team's first-round play will propel them to a deep run. Finally, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes and 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.

The Buds are back as they overcome a 3-1 series deficit to force a Game 7 against the Bruins. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their takeaways from Game 6 - Nylander's 2-goal effort, the d-corps' stellar shot blocking, Montgomery's panicky post-game comments, Woll's unmistakeable impact on the series and Knies' breakout. Finally, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (31:37) shares his thoughts on how the series' tides have turned throughout the week, the Leafs' power play struggles, whether Matthews should be rushed back for Game 7 and the stakes for each side in the do-or-die showdown on Saturday 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 and Justin Bourne welcome in Hockey Night in Canada's Kevin Bieksa to break down the first round. They go through each series - the Leafs' chances at coming back without Matthews, the Canucks' slow adjustment to playoff hockey, what went wrong for the Jets and much more. Later, they regroup with Sam McKee for news and notes - the Oilers' imposing special teams, Pietrangelo's costly slap on Seguin, Hellebuyck's interesting end-of-season presser and Rod Brind'Amour's bizarre contract situation in Carolina. 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 get set for Game 6 as the Leafs look to fight off elimination against the Bruins. They discuss the news of the day - Matthews being ruled out, speculating what the injury may be and the Leafs' management of the situation. Then, to the game, the pressure shifting over to Boston, home-ice issues and who will need to step up with Matthews out. Later, they dive deeper into Game 6 with Leafs' radio analyst Jim Ralph (35:39), who weighs in on the drop-off in offensive production, the team's strong defensive effort in front of Jo Woll and whether Willy is back to 100%. 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 up early to react to the Leafs' 2-1 overtime win in Game 5 to keep their series against the Bruins alive. They discuss Joseph Woll's standout performance inspiring confidence, the Bruins' tepid effort, strong play from the Matthews-less top line and Knies' heroics. Then, they get into Auston Matthews' unclear status and the Leafs' play without him in the lineup. Finally, they close with a look around the league as the Jets and Islanders get eliminated and the Canucks show cracks in Game 5. 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 review of what has been a lopsided first round for the favourites before they are joined by Rangers analyst Steve Valiquette (3:21) to break down New York's sweep over Washington. Then, he discusses the significance of 'bad goals' in the playoffs, the Islanders' goalie dilemma, how to explain Hellebuyck's struggles, the Canucks' outlook without Demko (or DeSmith) and more goalie situations around the first round. Finally, they regroup with Sam for news & notes - Stamkos' future in Tampa, what the summer's coaching carousel might look like and the two goalie interference calls in the Bolts/Cats' series-deciding 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 are all set for Game 5 as the Leafs take on the Bruins down 3-1 in the series. They start with the story of the day in Auston Matthews' status for tonight as it is reported that he's dealing with an injury on top of his illness. Then, teeing up the game - how the Leafs line up without Matthews, the energy Woll brings and how the Bruins will play knowing they blew a 3-1 lead last year. They are joined by Luke Fox (30:28), who shares the latest on Matthews, the Leafs' confusing and distracting management of injuries, vibes around the locker room and offseason decisions that another first-round exit could accelerate. 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 weekend's playoff action, including an uncharacteristic, low-scoring Oilers win and a dramatic Canucks victory with their third-string goalie in net. Former NHL head coach & Team Canada assistant coach Jay Woodcroft (4:01) shares how he came about his new role with the national team ahead of the 2024 World Championship in Prague. Then, he discusses the challenge of scoring 'playoff goals,' how to get underachieving stars going, the evolution of NHL coaching and this year's coaching carousel. Finally, they regroup with Sam for a deeper dive into the weekend's 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 a look back at the Leafs' Game 4 loss to the Bruins on Saturday, the series now 3-1 in favour of Boston. They get into the warranted fan reaction, the same old story for the Leafs, Matthews' mysterious illness and the viral disagreement on the bench. What's the biggest reason for the Leafs' stars' poor play in the playoffs - effort, nerves, playstyle or something else? Later, they discuss Nylander's return, Rielly's reduced impact and father time catching up to Tavares and Brodie. Finally, they evaluate Samsonov's series and debate who will get the net for Game 5. 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 reflect on the first week of playoffs before they welcome Doug MacLean (2:10) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares some takeaways from the action thus far in Round 1 - impressive play from the Panthers, how the Canucks get Pettersson going, the Leafs' lack of 'big plays,' Skinner's concerning play in Edmonton and the Jets needing more from Hellebuyck. Later, he shares some memories of the late Bob Cole. Finally, they regroup with Sam to look ahead at the weekend's action and 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 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.