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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue to recap the movement around the NHL, including the Washington Capitals bringing Alex Ovechkin back on a one-year deal. Then, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (10:00) joins the show to discuss the Darnell Nurse trade, the new goalie room with Devon Levi and Freddie Andersen joining Tristan Jarry, and what he expects from Mike Babcock in his first year behind Edmonton's bench. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the apparent conclusion of the Zach Werenski saga in Columbus, Jakub Dobes' extension with the Canadiens, and the Devils offer-sheeting Barrett Hayton. The views and opinions expressed 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 at day one of NHL Free Agency, including the Maple Leafs' moves, winger Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning for goaltender Dennis Hildeby, Florida Panthers choosing Jacob Markström in net via trade over re-signing new Leafs netminder Sergei Bobrovsky, and the risk factors for Toronto bringing in the 37-year-old. Then, Maple Leafs' General Manager John Chayka joins the guys (25:20) to discuss his focus during the first day of signing season, the centreman and goaltending market, his belief level in the aging Bobrovsky coming off his 2025-26 performance, where his expectations lie for scoring depth, how Jack Roslovic would fit in the lineup, dipping into the top defensemen market, and what's left ahead for his team's 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue their Free Agency Day coverage, beginning with the Maple Leafs reportedly signing Sergei Bobrovsky. They discuss what the two-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie brings to Toronto and the terms of his contract before discussing where Darnell Nurse might land, Ivan Demidov's extension, and which extension-eligible player -- between Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar, and Leo Carlsson -- will take home the biggest payday. Later, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (31:40) stops by the studio to share some takeaways from the day's moves so far, whether the Oilers could be in on Jordan Binnington even after trading for Devon Levi, what Bobrovsky's arrival in Toronto means for Anthony Stolarz, why the Leafs should be cautious on a potential Zach Werenski trade, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin their NHL Free Agency special reacting to former Edmonton Oilers' centreman Jack Roslovic and Vegas Golden Knights centreman Colton Sissons joining the Toronto Maple Leafs, if Easton Cowan would be included in a deal for defenseman Zach Werenski instead of Matthew Knies, Quinn Hughes's next contract extension, if Sergei Bobrovsky would gel well with the Maple Leafs' style of play in front of him, and whether Kyle Dubas is trying to unite the Robertson brothers after acquiring Nick from the Leafs. Then, the guys look at Luke Schenn returning to the Vancouver Canucks and the tricky contract talks with Jason Robertson.  The views and opinions expressed 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 their reaction to the Florida Panthers trading for Jacob Markström and Akira Schmid, making Sergei Bobrovsky available when the free agency market opens on Wednesday. They discuss Bobrovsky's potential fit in Toronto before welcoming Andy Strickland (12:37) from the Cam & Strick Podcast. They discuss where Jordan Binnington might land, whether Zach Werenski could team up with Dylan Larkin in Detroit, the chances that Jason Robertson stays in Dallas, and the Blues' direction for next season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the Islanders' plan after letting captain Anders Lee walk to free agency. The views and opinions expressed 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 begin the second hour discussing Detroit Red Wings' general manager Steve Yzerman's comments on the Dylan Larkin situation before looking back at the NHL Draft, including Ivar Stenberg vs. Gavin McKenna, and Caleb Malhotra getting drafted to play under his dad with the Vancouver Canucks. Then, Sportsnet's and 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman (13:28) weighs in on the current format of the NHL Draft, potential moves for Zach Werenski, if general managers are opposed to player empowerment like in the NBA, if Yzerman will honour Larkin's request, scenarios for Morgan Rielly and Darnell Nurse deals, if Jason Robertson will ultimately stay in Dallas, and why the Columbus Blue Jackets are trying to avoid a rebuilding timeline. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about the New York Rangers acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev and signing him to a seven-year extension, the lack of news around pending free agent Rasmus Andersson, and the San Jose Sharks building towards being contenders.  The views and opinions expressed 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 the final week of Season 5 with a look back on Team Canada's historic win in the knockout stage of the World Cup! Then, they reflect on the draft, the Leafs nabbing Gavin McKenna first overall, Matthew Knies' market, the Zach Werenski sweepstakes, and whether the Leafs rushed the Brandon Carlo trade. Then, they react to Troy Stecher signing a two-year extension and the Panthers reuniting with Radko Gudas before welcoming in Luke Fox (33:02). Luke discusses the free agents the Leafs should be targeting on July 1, including Patrick Kane, the Leafs' chances at getting Werenski, and the decision not to qualify Matias Maccelli. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne ahead of Round One of the NHL Draft (4:05). Mac weighs in on the Panthers' improvements, where Sergei Bobrovsky will land, Dallas' plan for Jason Robertson after he declined Seattle's mega-deal, why Columbus needs to hang on to Zach Werenski, and the trend of American stars pushing their way off Canadian teams. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss what the hyper-competitive Atlantic Division might look like next season 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 begin their NHL Draft day show discussing if Gavin McKenna is still the front runner for the 2026 first overall pick over Ivar Stenberg, how McKenna can potentially impact the next chapter for the Toronto Maple Leafs if selected, before shifting their attention to Matthew Knies trade rumours and a potential three-way deal which involved Dallas Stars' Jason Robertson. The guys welcome in Sportsnet hockey analyst and Pro Hockey Group's Jason Bukala (16:35) to weigh in on the Leafs' first pick, how teams should temper expectations for draft prospects entering the league, concerns with Viggo Björck's size, and what it says about the Kraken franchise getting turned down by big free agents. To wrap up the hour, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about the Colorado Avalanche's recent moves, including Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets for three picks, as well as the Ottawa Senators acquiring the rights to Maple Leafs' goaltender Samuel Ersson for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft.  The views and opinions expressed 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 open with the latest buzz around Zach Werenski, with teams including the Maple Leafs monitoring his situation in Columbus. Then, Jim Hiller, head coach of the Leafs, joins the show (11:15) to discuss the process of rejoining the team after seven years away, Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto, his coaching philosophy, and how he plans to deploy Auston Matthews. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss GM John Chayka's comments about keeping Rielly for next season, the Panthers adding even more grit with Garnet Hathaway, Alex Ovechkin's uncertain NHL future, and Connor McDavid going all in on Mike Babcock. The views and opinions expressed 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 their thoughts on the Sabres trade that sent Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks for the fourth-overall pick. Then, they discuss whether Buffalo's next move will be for Connor Hellebuyck, Alex Tuch being traded to Washington with an eight-year extension, rumours around reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski, and the latest on Matthew Knies. Then, they discuss the Senators moving the ninth-overall pick for William Eklund from the Sharks, Morgan Rielly submitting a four-team trade list, where Elias Pettersson might land, and the NHL considering further expansion in Texas. The views and opinions expressed 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 open today's show with thoughts on Mike Babcock's introduction in Edmonton as the team's next head coach. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins the conversation to break some news of Šimon Nemec's trade to the Calgary Flames. David details New Jersey's return the deal, the latest on Matthew Knies' trade market, the array of high-end talent available before the draft, and the new landscape for NHL contracts. The boys also touch on what's next for Darnell Nurse, Dougie Hamilton, Morgan Rielly, and Dylan Larkin. After the break, the guys weigh in on Brady Tkachuk's introduction in Sunrise and discuss what's ahead for him with the 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 affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week by reacting to the Ottawa Senators' decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. They share their thoughts on the Senators' return, the trend of American players pushing away from Canadian teams, and the pressure on Steve Staios to make another big move. Then, the newest Maple Leafs defenceman, Darren Raddysh (14:45), joins the show to discuss his decision to sign long-term in Toronto and his ties to the city. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Hockey Hall of Fame's class of 2026, share their thoughts on Raddysh's pricy contract, and break down the rumours around Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Hellebuyck, Matthew Knies, and Darnell Nurse. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the hiring, why the Leafs didn't choose Bruce Cassidy, Hiller's relationship with Auston Matthews, and what he brings to the team from a tactical standpoint. Then, they go around the league to talk about some of the early offseason buzz, including the latest on the NHL's investigation into Mike Babcock, Matthew Knies' name recirculating in trade talks, and Connor Hellebuyck's future in Winnipeg. The views and opinions expressed 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 of the Maple Leafs trading goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers for goaltender Samuel Ersson, defenceman Emil Andrae and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, Woll's legacy with the Toronto hockey club, if Andrae can help as an undersized, young defenceman, before hearing from general manager John Chayka on his first trade with the organization. Then, Clear Sight Analytics and former goaltender Steve Valliquette joins the guys to discuss the internal conversations around calling out a player that you can't win with, Frederik Andersen accepting his role during the Stanley Cup Final and winning with Brandon Bussi, Carolina Hurricanes' path to winning the Cup, the scouting report on goaltender Ersson and if the Leafs will keep him. Nick, Justin and Sam wrap up the hour hearing Mitch Marner's end of season availability following Vegas Golden Knights' loss in the Stanley Cup Final.  The views and opinions 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 Carolina Hurricanes have defeated the Vegas Golden Knights in six games to win the Stanley Cup! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the final game, what went wrong for Vegas, the Canes' path to the Cup, the coverage around Mitch Marner, and the next steps for the Golden Knights. Then, they discuss the Hurricanes' roster construction, John Tortorella's future, and the series' goaltending. Finally, they discuss potential landing spots for Torts if the Knights don't bring him back, listen to Rod Brind'Amour's post-series availability, and check in on the Marlies, who are up 2-0 against the Chicago Wolves in the Calder Cup Final in the AHL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Guest host Gord Stellick is in for Nick Kypreos, joining Justin Bourne and Sam McKee following the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help break it down, former NHL President, GM, and head coach Doug MacLean (8:41) joins the guys for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his takeaways from Game 5 and discusses Rod Brind'Amour's impact, John Tortorella's goalie decision for Game 6, why he's not a fan of Mike Babcock in Edmonton, and Dylan Larkin's trade request. Then, he weighs in on what the Leafs should do with the first-overall pick, and whether Vegas and Carolina's roster construction will prompt more teams to trade top draft picks. Finally, Justin, Gord and Sam react to Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart trophy and take your questions and comments 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 share some thoughts on the Knicks' historic comeback in the NBA Finals before welcoming in three-time Stanley Cup champion, Mr. Game 7, Justin Williams (11:28). They discuss Carolina's depth, Brandon Bussi's play, the top line's struggles, and Jordan Staal's leadership ahead of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on reports that the Senators are interested in Jake DeBrusk, Alex Tuch's value in free agency, and Darnell Nurse requesting a trade from the Edmonton Oilers. The views and opinions expressed 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 Oilers and their reported pursuit of Mike Babcock as head coach, with the NHLPA requesting that the league open its investigation into his Columbus tenure. Then, they look back on Carolina's Game 4 win over the Golden Knights to knot up the Stanley Cup Final, Brandon Bussi's performance in net, and whether Vegas should consider turning to Adin Hill over Carter Hart. Later, Sports 1440's Jason Gregor (31:45) stops by to discuss the Oilers' chaotic coaching search, why he's not sold on Babcock, and the likelihood that Darnell Nurse is moved in the 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the news out of Edmonton as the Oilers seem poised to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (8:25), stops by to help tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. He breaks down the first three games by the numbers, why Carolina should turn to Brandon Bussi, and why Mitch Marner has found more playoff success in Vegas than in Toronto. After, they get into a Stanley Cup Final-themed edition of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Bruce Cassidy's narrowing options, Michael McCarron signing a six-year extension with the Wild, and potential trade packages for Dylan Larkin. The views and opinions expressed 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 Vegas' dramatic win over Carolina in Game 3 to go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Mitch Marner's hat trick, why he's found more playoff success with the Knights than with the Leafs, Vegas' blown four-goal lead, whether Brandon Bussi's relief appearance earned him the start in Game 4, and Brayden McNabb's toughness. Then, they discuss the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as head coach, what it means for the Leafs in their coaching search, Joe Pavelski emerging as a candidate, what a Calder Cup win would mean for Easton Cowan, Dylan Larkin revealing his list of preferred teams to be traded to, and the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock for head coach. The views and opinions expressed 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 back for the Friday edition, and he shares some stories from the draft combine in Buffalo with Nick Kypreos. Then, they recap Carolina's Game 2 win to even up the Stanley Cup Final before welcoming in former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:07) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac weighs in on Carolina's comeback, John Tortorella's costly challenge, Dylan Larkin's trade request, the Leafs' wide-reaching head coach search, and the reported deal Brad Treliving had that would've made Matthew Knies a Montreal Canadien. Later, Nick and Justin go deeper into the Leafs' reported Matthew Knies trade that fell through late, and whether John Chayka will revisit those trade talks 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.

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help tee it up, the Athletic's Jesse Granger joins the show (5:31) to share his impressions of Game 1, John Tortorella's impact, how William Karlsson's return balances Vegas' lineup, and the team's confidence in Carter Hart. Then, Nick, Gord and Sam react to Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Red Wings. Finally, Canucks Central's Satiar Shah stops by (34:25) to discuss Manny Malhotra being hired as head coach in Vancouver, the organisation's process, what he brings to the bench, whether the hire pushes them to pick Caleb Malhota in the draft, and the pressure on the Sedin twins. The views and opinions expressed 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 Golden Knights' win over the Hurricanes to open the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Shea Theodore's bounce-back after an early mistake, John Tortorella's effective timeout, and the Hurricanes' top line running out of time to get going. Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson joins the show (11:10) to share his thoughts on Game 1, Vegas' star power, how the Canes can wake Sebastian Aho up, and whether Game 2 is a must-win for Carolina. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam assess Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy's potential fit as head coach in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ahead of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee start with some news around the league with the Canucks promoting Manny Malhotra to head coach, and Chris MacFarland leaving Colorado to be the Predators' GM. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette, stops by (11:16) to help tee up Game 1 between Carolina and Vegas. Vally reflects on each team's path to the Final, who has the edge in net between Freddie Andersen and Carter Hart, whether the Hurricanes' top line can break through, and how K'Andre Miller and Taylor Hall have found their fit in Carolina. Later, they play a Cup Final-themed game of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin, and Sam wrap up with their series picks, Zach Werenski winning the Norris, and the Leafs-centric reporting around 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.

The Stanley Cup Final is set! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Montreal Canadiens' elimination as the Carolina Hurricanes advance and take on the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss Kent Hughes' comments comparing the Habs' top line's struggles to Toronto's Core Four before former NHLer and father of Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake, Jason Blake, joins the show (10:40)! He discusses what's behind Jackson's playoff breakout, Rod Brind'Amour's impact, and how the Canes match up against the Knights. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Brendan Gallagher's future in Montreal after being scratched through the Eastern Conference Final, Canada's loss to Norway in the World Championship bronze-medal game, and the Leafs hiring Judd Bracket as assistant General Manager. The views and opinions expressed 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 McKeen check in on the Toronto Maple Leafs' head coaching search after conflicting reports on the team's interest in interviewing Jay Woodcroft and speculation around David Carle's asking price. Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean joins the show (10:04) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes' well-rounded performance in the Eastern Conference Final, the Canadiens slowing down, the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly, the Blackhawks and Sharks shopping their top picks, and how Carolina would match up against Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the coverage around Mitch Marner 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 Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final, where the Hurricanes pushed the Canadiens to the brink of elimination. TVA's Ren Lavoie (7:21) joins them to remember the life and legacy of Claude Lemieux, and to weigh in on what's gone wrong for Montreal. Then, Stanley Cup Champion Glen Wesley (34:45) stops by to share his thoughts on the Canes' recent dominance, their blueprint on the blueline, and Rod Brind'Amour's impact behind the bench. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam look back on Canada's win over Team USA at the World Championships. The views and opinions expressed 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 3 of the Eastern Conference Final: another overtime win for the Hurricanes over the Canadiens. They discuss the Canes' by-committee approach, a pair of missed calls in the late stages and the Habs' lack of shots. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (12:05), stops to break down the ECF by the numbers, the Hurricanes' depth making a difference and what's gone wrong for the Avalanche, before getting into another playoff edition of Grill Marks. Later, Justin and Sam discuss recent news about the Leafs' interest in David Carle for head coach, and Ivar Stenberg's performance at the World Championship. The views and opinions expressed 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 Golden Knights' Game 3 win over the Colorado Avalanche to improve to 3-0 in the Western Conference Final. They discuss Colorado's blown three-goal lead, Vegas' depth production, Nathan MacKinnon's injury and John Tortorella's impact. Then, Sportsnet's David Amber joins the guys (13:02) to help tee up Game 3 in the East between the Hurricanes and Canadiens and discuss Rod Brind'Amour and Martin St. Louis' coaching chess match. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to chat about Frederik Andersen's play, recent Max Domi injury news, the Predators' interest in Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland, and John Chayka's reportedly 'positive' meeting with Auston Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look back on the Montreal Canadiens' statement Game 1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. Doug MacLean joins the guys (10:18) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac discusses the Hurricanes' rust in Game 1, if there's any concern around Frederik Andersen, the Habs' roster construction, how Cale Makar's injury changes the Western Conference Final, why he sees Bruce Cassidy landing with the Kings, and Lindy Ruff's extension with the Sabres. Later, Nick, Gord, and Sam tee up Game 2 between the Avalanche and Golden Knights before 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 look back on the Golden Knights' Game 1 win over the Avalanche to kick off the Western Conference Final, and they discuss the pronounced impact of Cale Makar's absence. Then, former NHLer and current ESPN analyst Eddie Olczyk stops by (9:39 to help tee up Game 1 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes and share his thoughts on the rest vs. rust aspect, and who, between Frederik Andersen and Jakub Dobeš, has the edge in the goalie battle. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the coverage around Mitch Marner's playoff success, and they listen to both Rod Brind'Amour and Marty St. Louis' availability ahead of 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 the news that Cale Makar will be out for the Avalanche in Game 1 against the Golden Knights. Then, they listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on John Tortorella skipping his post-game media availability. Afterwards, Avs analyst and former NHLer John-Michael Liles joins the guys (12:46) to discuss the weight of Makar's absence, Gabriel Landeskog's impact, and Scott Wedgewood's series outlook. Finally, Nick, Justin, and Sam get into Justin's recently published article about how NHL coaching tenures are trending down, Mike Babcock emerging in the Oilers' coaching search, and the Canucks narrowing in on promoting Manny Malhotra to their NHL 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 Sam McKee share their reaction to the Montreal Canadiens edging out the Buffalo Sabres in overtime in Game 7, Alex Newhook's clinching goal, and what went wrong for the Sabres right before the winner. Then, Clear Sight Analytics CEO and MSG analyst Steve Valiquette (9:32) joins the guys to chat about Jakub Dobeš' performance against the Sabres, whether Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be Buffalo's goaltender of the future, and what changes in his game he will need to make. Afterwards, Vally previews Golden Knights vs. Avalanche in the West Final, Mitch Marner's quality shots, and Scott Wedgewood vs. Carter Hart. To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Sam share their picks in both Conference Finals, discuss the Golden Knights losing their appeal for their media violation, and react to the Canucks firing head coach Adam Foote. The views and opinions expressed 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 fill-in producer Cristian Ceniti discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with front office executives Brandon Pridham and Derek Clancey. Then, they react to the Oilers interviewing Craig Berube for head coach and the Leafs reaching out to David Carle. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (10:47) joins the guys to discuss the Canadiens and Sabres' second-round clash ahead of Game 7, the Habs' top line's struggles, Jakub Dobeš's mentality after being pulled in Game 6, Rasmus Dahlin's impact, and Lane Hutson's defensive jump. Afterwards, former NHLer and current TNT analyst Jody Shelley (32:13) stops by to look ahead of tonight's Game 7, including how the Hurricanes handle their long layoff in the Conference Finals, and whether the Golden Knights have a chance against the heavy-favourite Avalanche in the west. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:04) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Canadiens pushing the Sabres to the brink, why the Leafs should consider trading down in the draft, what went wrong for the Wild against the Avalanche, the league's punishment on the Golden Knights after John Tortorella shunned the media, what the Leafs should look for in their next head coach, and whether the Panthers can swing for Brady Tkachuk in a trade centered around the ninth-overall pick. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee 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 look into the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason. They discuss Vincent Trocheck's name popping up as a possible trade target, why the Leafs should take Matthew Knies off the table, and the decision around Matias Maccelli. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (14:57) joins the guys to share his thoughts on the team's decision to fire Craig Berube, why it didn't work out for him in Toronto, the best-available coaching candidates, why Bruce Cassidy doesn't seem like a realistic option, and why Auston Matthews asking out might not be the worst thing for the Leafs in the long run. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam listen to your calls and questions on the Leafs 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.

Former NHL defenceman Chris Wideman (6:57) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the strongest blueline between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens, Lane Hutson's development and game as a smaller defenceman, the Colorado Avalanche's comeback win to clinch a Western Conference Final spot over the Minnesota Wild, and if the Carolina Hurricanes are the team to beat in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After, Nick, Justin, and Sam McKee touch on the Vancouver Canucks introducing Daniel and Henrik Sedin as co-presidents and Ryan Johnson as general manager. Then, Avalanche beat writer Aarif Deen (33:48) joins the guys to discuss how the team climbed back from down 0-3 to win Game 5, concern levels for Cale Makar's arm injury, Brett Kulak's impact on the roster, and Nathan MacKinnon's clutch game-tying goal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off by reacting to some big news out in Western Canada: the Oilers parting ways with head coach Kris Knoblauch, and the Canucks announcing the Sedin twins as co-presidents and Ryan Johnson as GM. They discuss whether the Oilers' move forces the Leafs to act faster in the head-coaching market, and they evaluate Patrick Roy, Peter Laviolette, and Manny Malhotra's potential fit behind Toronto's bench. Later, Oilers Now's Bob Stauffer (28:45) stops by to discuss what led to the Oilers' decision on Knoblauch, who — aside from Bruce Cassidy — the team is considering to be the next head coach, and the Connor McDavid aspect of the coaching change. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the potential of a Morgan Rielly-Darnell Nurse swap. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former Leafs GM and fill-in host Gord Stellick joins Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee to kick off the second hour, and he shares his reaction to Craig Berube's dismissal in Toronto. Then, former NHL player, executive and agent Brian Lawton (8:30) gives his take on the Oilers' leaked request to interview Bruce Cassidy before making a public decision on Kris Knoblauch, which team Cassidy fits best with, and how much influence star players have on franchise decisions in today's NHL. Later, Nick, Gord and Sam discuss Buffalo's disallowed goal after a 12-minute review, whether their fluky goal off the stanchion can be a series-turning point, and the Sedin twins emerging as an option to be co-Presidents in Vancouver. The views and opinions expressed 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 breaking news out of Toronto, as the Maple Leafs part ways with head coach Craig Berube after two seasons. They reflect on Berube's tenure, whether pushback from the fanbase had anything to do with the decision, how much influence Auston Matthews might've had, and what John Chayka means by 'organizational shift' as the team begins their search for a new bench boss. Later, they look at the head-coaching market and the Leafs' options, the market's expectations for the next coach, and whether the move changes the team's thinking about Matthews or the first-overall pick. The views and opinions expressed 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 recap Colorado Avalanche's Game 4 win over the Minnesota Wild, Josh Manson butt-ending Michael McCarron, before bringing on Sportsnet reporter Sean Reynolds (8:20) covering the series to get his thoughts on Minnesota on the verge of getting eliminated in Game 5, Colorado's goalie swap, Quinn Hughes' nearly playing 35 minutes, how Jared Bednar and his players adjusted to utilizing their depth, Cale Makar's performance during this series, does either Vegas Golden Knights or Anaheim Ducks have a chance against either Wild or Avs, and Hughes' future in Minnesota. Then, the guys chat about the Golden Knights withholding their permission for the Edmonton Oilers to interview Bruce Cassidy, the Oilers looking into a new head coach, and the Vancouver Canucks offering Ryan Johnson a head of hockey operations role. The views and opinions expressed 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 follow up on Nick's recently published article about Craig Berube and Auston Matthews' future in Toronto. They discuss what role Matthews plays in Berube's chances of returning next season, and who John Chayka would want as the next head coach. Later, former NHLer P.J. Stock (28:10) joins the show ahead of Game 4 between the Habs and Sabres, and he reflects on how the Canadiens went from rebuilding to this point, Jakub Dobeš's confidence, whether Cole Caufield is on the brink of a breakthrough after scoring in Game 3, and Buffalo's keys to bouncing back in enemy territory with Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen back between the pipes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada's Gary Galley (6:42) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about Carolina Hurricanes sweeping the Philadelphia Flyers, Jackson Blake's stardom, how the Canes can stay focused with a long layoff before the Conference Finals, how the Montreal Canadiens have found success against the Buffalo Sabres, and the Colorado Avalanche's adjustments ahead of Game 4 vs. the Minnesota Wild. Then, former Montreal Canadien Kirk Muller (28:26) joins the guys to chat about bringing out the torch before Habs vs. Sabres, the physicality in the series, the pressure to perform in big markets, and working with Alexander Ovechkin as the current assistant coach for 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 affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the latest in Leafs Land, with Shane Doan exiting the front office on what's been deemed a mutual decision. They discuss Doan's history with John Chayka in Arizona before getting into how Chayka's reputation will affect his ability to make deals around the league, how free agents perceive the Toronto market, and how Auston Matthews' comments will impact the team's free-agent outlook. Then, they discuss Mitch Marner's hot playoff run in Vegas and what that says about his Leafs tenure. Later, they chat about potential trade landing spots for Matthews, whether the Leafs should trade down from the first overall pick, and signs pointing to Craig Berube remaining behind the bench next 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.

The Athletic's Shayna Goldman (7:00) joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee to kick off the National Hour. They discuss the Flyers falling 0-3 to the Hurricanes, Evan Bouchard and Moritz Seider missing out on being Norris Trophy finalists, Vegas struggling to find the next level against Anaheim, Auston Matthews' future in Toronto, what Connor Bedard's next contract might look like, and much more. Later, Justin and Sam discuss Zach Benson's postseason breakout, and close out the week 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.

Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome in guest host Caroline Cameron to close out the week! Caroline shares her thoughts on the John Chayka and Mats Sundin hires, the Leafs' lottery win, Auston Matthews' non-committal comments about next season, and what the team should do with the number one pick. Then, they open up the Leafs Line to take your calls and questions. Later, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (29:50) weighs in on the Matthews factor of the Leafs' offseason, the plan for Craig Berube, pending free agent Darren Raddysh's fit in Toronto, and the odds that Morgan Rielly will be back for next 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.

Sportsnet analyst Sam Cosentino (4:16) joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee to discuss the Maple Leafs' options with the first overall pick, the class of defencemen at the top of the draft, why the Canucks should be happy with the third overall selection, what NHL scouts look for from prospects from a character perspective, and much more. Later, Justin and Sam look back on the Buffalo Sabres' win over the Montreal Canadiens to open their second-round series, and the Ducks drawing even with the Golden Knights in the West. The views and opinions expressed 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 JD Bunkis to look back on an eventful week in Leafs Land. They discuss John Chayka's guarded comments on the Leafs' direction thus far, whether he and Sundin will truly have an equal partnership in the front office, and the various factors affecting what the team does with the first overall pick. Then, they weigh Gavin McKenna against Ivar Stenberg, and which makes more sense for the Leafs at the top of the draft. Finally, they discuss Craig Berube's job security heading into next season, whether his style matches with Chayka's analytics-first vision, and what the Leafs should do to convince Auston Matthews that they're headed in the right direction. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Host of Canucks Central, Satiar Shah (4:36), joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee following a disappointing result in the Draft Lottery for Vancouver. He discusses who the Canucks will be targeting at third overall, the latest on the Canucks' GM search, Pierre Dorion's candidacy, and the top priority for the incoming front-office boss, including a potential Elias Pettersson trade. Later, Justin and Sam discuss Auston Matthews' future, and they review Martin St. Louis's and Lindy Ruff's comments ahead of the Sabres' series against the Habs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the Draft Lottery, securing the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to last night's development and discuss what it means for the team's offseason direction. Nick Kypreos joins the show (13:17) to share his take on what the Leafs should do with the pick, whether it changes the plan for Auston Matthews or Craig Berube, and whether Mats Sundin will push for countryman Ivar Stenberg at the top of the draft. Later, former NHL scout Jason Bukala stops by (28:54) to discuss what the lottery win means for John Chayka, the trade value of the No. 1 pick, and why he has Stenberg ahead of Gavin McKenna on his big board. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (2:47), joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for his weekly appearance. Vally weighs in on what's at the top of the Leafs' offseason to-do list after hiring John Chayka and Mats Sundin, who the Canucks should pick first overall if they win tonight's lottery, Andrei Vasilevskiy's comments on the Lightning's puck luck, what went wrong for the Stars in Round One, and what to expect from a Jakub Dobeš/Alex Lyon goalie matchup in Round Two. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam McKee react to a development for the Leafs in the lottery, Julien BriseBois reaffirming the Bolts' commitment to Jon Cooper, a missed icing call before the Golden Knights' game-winner, and Victor Hedman announcing that his absence was due to mental health. The views and opinions expressed 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 a pivotal moment in the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason: the NHL Draft Lottery. They discuss the different scenarios and what it'd mean for the Leafs to keep their pick, the signs pointing to the Leafs keeping Craig Berube for 2026-27, and Auston Matthews' mentality ahead of next season. Later, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (32:53) stops by to share his thoughts on John Chayka and Mats Sundin's introduction, why he's not convinced a top-5 pick will make a big impact on a potential turnaround next season, and the noise around Matthews. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the Montreal Canadiens' Game 7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, head coach Jon Cooper's post-game comments, and Martin St. Louis rallying his team after their win. Then, New Toronto Maple Leafs' General Manager John Chayka and Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations Mats Sundin (11:00) joins Nick and Justin in-studio to discuss working in the city, their relationship with each other since the Memorial Cup days, the hiring process and agreeing to work together, the next steps for the organization and roster, the timeline to constructing a Stanley Cup winning team, Sundin's role during a season, culture in the locker room, Auston Matthews' future, if a clean slate is on the horizon, how Chayka could use analytics in his job, and Mats returning to the Leafs' organization.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially announced Mats Sundin as Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations and John Chayka as General Manager. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on Keith Pelley's decision, their expectations for the newly hired duo, and listen back on a contentious introductory press conference. Then, they discuss Craig Berube's future behind the bench in Toronto and Chayka's ties to Auston Matthews. Later, they listen to the Oilers' Locker Room Clean-Out availability and discuss some harsh remarks from Leon Draisaitl about the team's direction. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (0:53) joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac discusses Minnesota's depth in the Wild's series win over the Stars, Mats Sundin and John Chayka's fit in Toronto's front office, where the blame falls in Edmonton after their first-round exit, the Ducks' trajectory, and Rick Tocchet's impact in Philadelphia. Later, Justin and Sam tee up the three Game 6s on Friday night, with the Lightning, Bruins, and Mammoth all facing elimination. Finally, they discuss Connor McDavid's future in Edmonton, where Evgeni Malkin ranks among the greatest Russian players of all time, and whether the Oilers' window is still open. The views and opinions expressed 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 kick off the Friday edition by reacting to the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly being denied permission to interview Tampa Bay GM Julien BriseBois. They discuss Tie Domi's involvement in the process before opening up the Leafs Line to take your calls and questions. Then, they look back on the Oilers' playoff elimination after a loss to the Ducks. Later, NHL Network's Mike Kelly joins the show (26:36) from Montreal ahead of Game 6 between the Canadiens and Lightning, and he gets into what John Chayka could add to an already robust analytics department in Toronto, the keys for the Bolts to keep their season alive, and what went wrong for Edmonton in Round One. The views and opinions expressed 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 Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup Champion Kevin Lowe (4:10) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the Oilers-Ducks First Round series, playing through injuries in the playoffs, Evan Bouchard's growth in his game, Paul Coffey's impact behind the bench, his thoughts on Chris Pronger's recollection of his 2006 exit in Edmonton while Kevin was the general manager, and Connor Ingram's backing of his head coach. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee preview Game 6, Minnesota Wild pushing the Dallas Stars on the brink of elimination, Vancouver Canucks' GM search, and the Montreal Canadiens taking a commanding series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning. The views and opinions expressed 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 check the temperature of the Leafs' GM search as the team is reportedly continuing to negotiate terms with John Chayka and Mats Sundin. Later, former Coyotes video coach and ESPN's Steve Peters (17:46) shares what Chayka brings to the GM role, his path to being GM in Arizona, what role the Coyotes' ownership played in his tenure, and why he can find success in Toronto. Later, Flyers President of Hockey Ops, Keith Jones (36:31), stops by following Philadelphia's OT win over the Penguins to advance to the second round, and he discusses the young team's bright future, Rick Tocchet's impact and Matvei Michkov's development. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHLer and co-host of the Snow the Goalie podcast, Chris Therien (4:38), joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne ahead of Game 6 between the Flyers and Penguins, with Philadelphia a game away from closing out their first-round series. He discusses Matvei Michkov's apparent return to the lineup, Rick Tocchet's impact, his confidence in Dan Vladar, and potential consequences if they blow a 3-0 series lead. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Oilers keeping their season alive with a complete effort over the Ducks, Brady Tkachuk's comments on his future in Ottawa, and the Habs' mentality heading into 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 open with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs, as reports suggest the team is waiting on Mats Sundin’s decision regarding a potential front-office pairing with John Chayka. Then, they look back on last night's playoff action, including the Bruins' overtime win to keep their season alive. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (31:25) stops by to shed more insight on the Leafs, what the structure of a Sundin/Chayka combo might look like, where the team would turn if Mats turns them down, and Chayka's fit in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (5:48) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to remember former goaltender and legendary Canucks broadcaster John Garrett before diving into the future of the Ottawa Senators' goaltending after getting swept by the Carolina Hurricanes, how the series catered to Frederik Andersen, 'dead angle' goals, the differences in offence between the regular season and playoffs, how the Canes have excelled in post-season goals, how Connor Ingram has struggled against the Anaheim Ducks but reasons to have him start in Game 5 over Tristan Jarry, and how the Montreal Canadiens can get past Andrei Vasilevskiy. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Game 5 and Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios addressing Brady Tkachuk's future. The views and opinions expressed 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 remembering legendary Sportsnet broadcaster John Garrett. They check in on the Maple Leafs' GM search, which appears to have hit an impasse as they await a decision from Mats Sundin. Later, Stanley Cup champion Brad May stops by (19:08) to discuss the importance of culture in the Leafs' GM search, Sundin's potential fit in the front office, and the vibe in Buffalo with the Sabres a game away from the second round. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Connor McDavid's uncertain status ahead of Game 5, what's at stake for Edmonton if they lose, and the Oilers' decision to go back to Connor Ingram in an elimination stage. The views and opinions expressed 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 Hockey Hall of Famer, 6-time Stanley Cup champion and current ESPN analyst Mark Messier (0:39) to chat about what went wrong for the Ottawa Senators as they get swept by the Carolina Hurricanes, the increased physicality and intensity in playoff games compared to the regular season, the Ducks' keys to gaining a 3-1 advantage over the Oilers, whether Maxwell Crozier's hit on Juraj Slafkovský had a major impact on their series, and why Brandon Hagel has been invaluable for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on the controversial Ducks' OT winning goal, the Buffalo Sabres taking a commanding series lead over the Boston Bruins, and the L.A. Kings getting swept by the Colorado Avalanche. The views and opinions expressed 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 lead off with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM search, which is reportedly hanging on a decision from Mats Sundin. Later, following the Hurricanes' First-Round sweep over the Ottawa Senators, Carolina head coach Rod Brind'Amour joins the show (14:42) to reflect on Round One, Frederik Andersen's post-season so far, Jordan Staal's leadership, and more. Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Brady Tkachuk's lack of production in the series and his future in Ottawa, before they're joined by Jason Bukala (32:16) from the U-18 World Championship in Slovakia. Buks chats about how teams are approaching the draft in June, who the Leafs might target if they keep their pick, his roster-construction takeaways from the First Round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, and Tkachuk's trade value. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL President, GM and Head Coach, Doug MacLean (1:38) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the rumblings surrounding the next general manager with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks, the lack of veteran names in the running, why the Leafs should not hire a 'first-time GM', Taylor Hall's hit on Jake Sanderson, Philadelphia Flyers looking like a complete team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, if he believes in the young Montreal Canadiens, and Connor McDavid's scoreless to start the post-season. Then, Nick, Justin and Daniele Franceschi revisit Travis Green's post-game comments on Hall's hit on his defenceman, Rod Brind'Amour's view on the collision, and the Colorado Avalanche taking a commanding 3-0 series lead over the L.A. Kings.  The views and opinions expressed 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 guest producer Daniele Franceschi check in on the Toronto Maple Leafs' search for a director of hockey operations, as it's reportedly come down to just two names: Scott White and John Chayka. Then, TVA analyst and former NHL goalie Pascal Leclaire (14:44) helps set the stage for the Canadiens' Game 3 matchup against the Lightning in Montreal. He shares his thoughts on what adjustments Montreal must make after two games, goaltending in the series, and Kirby Dach's costly mistake in Game 2. Later, Hockey Hall of Famer and TNT analyst Henrik Lundqvist stops by (35:03) to weigh in on the postseason so far, the Sabres' decision to start Alex Lyon in Game 3 against the Bruins, Linus Ullmark's performance, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hockey Night in Canada host David Amber (3:51) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to help tee up tonight's slate of playoff action and reflect on what we've seen so far. They discuss the Flyers pushing the Penguins to the brink, the Senators' chances against the Hurricanes after going down 0-2, the physical chess match between the Canadiens and Lightning, and why it's too early for the Oilers to panic. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee listen to Steve Yzerman's comments on his future in Detroit, and the Sabres turning to Alex Lyon in net for Game 3 in Boston. The views and opinions expressed 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 with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM search, with the word being that Mike Gillis is out, while John Chayka continues to gain momentum. Then, Sam shares his Marlies report after attending their recent playoff game. Later, they review Edmonton's Game 2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks, Connor McDavid's quiet start, and pressure mounting on Kris Knoblauch. Afterwards, former NHLer and NHL Network's Jason Demers joins the show (29:22) to discuss the Penguins' chances after falling 0-3 to the Flyers, playing under Chayka in Arizona, and the pros and cons of bringing franchise legends to the front office. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada analyst Kevin Bieksa (0:19) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about his experience playing for a contending team missing out on the Stanley Cup Playoffs like the Maple Leafs, if players pay attention to the rumblings of their next general manager, playing under Mike Gillis with the Vancouver Canucks, Brandon Hagel's fight with Juraj Slafkovský, Scott Sabourin's dirty hit on Josh Anderson, and why he believes the Oilers-Ducks series could go to seven games. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Canucks seeking interviews with former Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams and Leafs special advisor Shane Doan, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen getting hooked from 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to recent reporting around the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM search, with Scott White, Ryan Martin, Evan Gold and John Chayka emerging as the finalists for the job. They discuss Mike Gillis' omission from the list of finalists, when a decision will be made, and Shane Doan's interview in Vancouver. Then, they look back on last night's playoff action, including Tampa's overtime win over Montreal to even the series, Brandon Hagel's Gordie Howe hat trick, and Scott Sabourin's late penalty. Later, Wild columnist with the Athletic, Michael Russo (32:45), stops by to tee up Game 3 between Minnesota and the Dallas Stars, as well as to share some insight on the Leafs, Canucks and Predators' GM searches. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (3:58), joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about why his concerns for the Ottawa Senators — who are down 0-2 in their series with the Carolina Hurricanes — focus on Linus Ullmark's performance, why Frederik Andersen hasn't changed in his eyes, how the Canadiens are finding ways to get by Andrei Vasilevskiy, if Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen can outplay Jeremy Swayman, and Connor Hellebuyck airing out his grievances on the Jets' season. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Sunny Mehta's introductory press conference as the new general manager for the New Jersey Devils and if Sheldon Keefe will stay on as their head coach.  The views and opinions expressed 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 check in on the Leafs' GM search, with Elliotte Friedman naming Ryan Martin and Scott White as 'finalists', while Mike Gillis appears to be losing momentum. Then, they look back on last night's playoff action and discuss the offside and penalty shot calls in overtime between the Hurricanes and Senators, whether Ottawa's cooked after going down 0-2, and the Oilers' Game 1 comeback without Connor McDavid scoring a point. Later, former Sabres forward and current analyst Andrew Peters (33:15) stops by to discuss the vibes in Buffalo, what was behind the team's mid-season turnaround, and why they got such a boost from firing GM Kevyn Adams. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL forward, Edmonton Oilers analyst Rob Brown (3:54) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to look at the team's first round series against the Anaheim Ducks, what he expects from Connor Ingram starting in Game One, Leon Draisaitl's pending return, why Matthew Savoie could be an x-factor alongside of Connor McDavid, Kris Knoblauch's postseason coaching, and what Paul Coffey's presence has brought to the Oilers' blueline. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Connor Hellebuyck's comments on his future with the Winnipeg Jets, whether the organization would look into a rebuild, and Jake Oettinger's rough postseason opener. Finally, they share their predictions for Monday's slate of playoff 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 kick off with the latest on the Toronto Maple Leafs' ongoing GM search. They discuss the team's timeline, the latest candidates, including Ryan Martin from the Rangers, Evan Gold from the Bruins, Scott White from the Stars, and former Leaf Gary Roberts. Then, they share their thoughts on the first two days of Stanley Cup playoff action, including a captain vs. captain scrap to kick off the Sens/Hurricanes series. Later, Craig Simpson (32:17) joins the show to discuss Montreal's Game 1 win over the Lightning, Juraj Slafkovský's hat trick, Cole Caufield's maturity, Tampa's costly penalties, and the pressure on Andrei Vasilevskiy after a rough postseason opener. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (1:38) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss why the Maple Leafs next front office hire needs to bring structure to the organization, the New Jersey Devils hiring Sunny Mehta as their next general manager, Vancouver Canucks firing their GM Patrik Allvin, his role as a former general manager between the end of a team's season and the NHL Draft, hiring someone to keep friendships alive versus someone who has a strong plan for a franchise, and his Stanley Cup Playoffs predictions. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee hear comments from Vancouver Canucks President Jim Rutherford on the team's season after letting Allvin go, before sharing their series predictions ahead of 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 start the Leafs Hour with their reactions to the New Jersey Devils hiring Sunny Mehta as general manager. They discuss how that impacts the Leafs' GM search, Mats Sundin and 590's own Mike Futa being added to the mix of candidates, and Mike Gillis emerging as a front-runner for the job. Then they continue reviewing comments from Leafs' Locker Cleanout Day, including Anthony Stolarz's vision for next season. Finally, they dip into the Leafs Line to answer your calls and questions! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHLer and colour analyst for Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada, Garry Galley (3:29) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs matchups, if the Ottawa Senators and Carolina Hurricanes match eachothers' physicality and forecheck, which Canadian teams are built to go on a deep run, the big differences between a regular season game and post-season game, which players will need to lead their respective teams, if the Edmonton Oilers have the goaltenders built for the playoffs and can Stuart Skinner win a Cup with Pittsburgh. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the running for the 2025-26 Jack Adams Award, Rick Bowness and the Columbus Blue Jackets coming together to agree on a one-year contract extension a day after ripping his team in the final regular season game, and Todd McLellan speaking on his future with the Detroit 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 affiliates.

With the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2025-26 season now complete, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to what we heard from Craig Berube and Auston Matthews from Locker Room Cleanout Day. They discuss Berube's declaration that he expects to be back next season, Auston Matthews' non-committal answer about his future in Toronto, and whether that should prompt an offseason rebuild. Then, they catch up on the latest in the Leafs' GM search, with names like Chris Pronger, Matthews' agent Judd Moldaver and more popping 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 react to Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Rick Bowness ripping his team post-game after their loss in the season finale to the Washington Capitals, before being joined by former NHL defenceman and ESPN Hockey analyst Erik Johnson (19:01) to chat about the glaring differences in interacting with current players as part of the media, his decision to step into working as an analyst after his playing career, what it's meant to him to play even a small part of a Stanley Cup winning team, the playoff picture in the West, and the mindset of a former first overall draft pick in the NHL. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Chris Pronger's recollection of being traded to Edmonton in 2005 from his newest book, and whether he should've revealed how he signed the 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the final game of the season for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as they take on the Senators in Ottawa. They discuss the latest on the Leafs' GM search, with Mike Gillis reportedly getting a third interview. Then, they break down the Athletic's post-mortem article on the season and discuss the organisation's spending cuts and use of AI. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by (31:23) to share his thoughts on Craig Berube's season, Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto, and what questions Auston Matthews might get at locker-clean-out 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.

CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, New York Rangers analyst and former NHL goaltender Stephen Valiquette (4:08) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about which goaltender has the most pressure heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs including Linus Ullmark, why the Montreal Canadiens have the strongest goalie tandem, why Andrei Vasilevskiy struggles defending with traffic in front, who should the Pittsburgh Penguins start in net, which game had the biggest impact on the Detroit Red Wings missing the playoffs, and the trends between smaller vs. bigger goaltenders. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the direction of the Vancouver Canucks' front office personnel and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Toronto Maple Leafs finding a way to lose to the Dallas Stars in their final home game of the season. They discuss whether this losing stretch will have any bearing on next season, the Kings clinching a playoff spot to improve the Leafs' pick from a third to a second-rounder, and whether the team have found something in Luke Haymes, Jacob Quillan, and Artur Akhtyamov. Then, they look at the latest on the GM search and evaluate Washington's Ross Mahoney as a candidate. Finally, they play a game of True or False on the Leafs' past, present and future. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHLer, co-host of the Coming In Hot Sens Podcast, and Sportsnet Flames analyst Jason York (5:41) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about if there was any doubt that the Ottawa hockey club would make the Stanley Cup Playoffs, what we should expect from Linus Ullmark in the post-season, the best matchup for the team in round one, most important forward outside of Brady Tkachuk, how important will it be for the Sens to find success especially for Tkachuk's future, and if the Maple Leafs can learn from Ottawa's front office structure with former hockey players. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on Alexander Ovechkin's potential final regular-season matchup against Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Detroit Red Wings getting eliminated from playoff contention, and Brad Treliving and Jason Spezza getting named to Hockey Canada's National Men’s Team in Switzerland management 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, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the final home game of the Toronto Maple Leafs' season against the Dallas Stars. They discuss the Leafs' position in the bottom five after a loss to the Florida Panthers on Saturday, what Auston Matthews might say at Locker Clean-out Day, and what the future front office structure might look like. Later, Prime NHL analyst Jody Shelley (28:50) joins the show to tee up Leafs vs. Stars and discuss the top offseason priorities in Toronto. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam react to Morgan Rielly's wistful comments ahead of what could be his final home game in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (3:38) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the use of analytics and data in building a Stanley Cup winning team, the importance of the people around a new general manager that they would hire, bringing in former players to lead a organization, who Doug thinks could be candidates to be the next Maple Leafs' GM that have been training as an AGM or worked behind the scenes for awhile, why the Vancouver Canucks could be more of an attractive job than Toronto, and why he sees an increased trend of teams changing head coaches to fight for a playoff spot. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the questions around Alexander Ovechkin's future and take your comments and 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 Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-3 loss to the New York Islanders. They discuss the busy debut for Artur Akhtyamov, Luke Haymes' first impressions in the lineup, and the Leafs' standing in their race for a bottom-five finish. Then, they discuss Mike Gillis reportedly getting a second interview in Toronto and what a potential Gillis/Sunny Mehta front-office pairing would look like. Later, they open the Leafs Line to take your calls and questions ahead of a critical must-lose game against the Florida Panthers on Saturday. The views and opinions expressed 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 a special guest to kick off the national hour: Canadian astronaut and Leafs fan, Colonel Chris Hadfield (5:08)! He shares his thoughts on the Leafs' season, the Artemis II trip, his new book Final Orbit, and he reminisces on returning to Earth on the same day the Leafs lost to the Bruins in Game 7 of the 2013 playoffs. Later, former NHL player, agent, and GM Brian Lawton (28:41) discusses the NHL's shift to an analytics-first approach, how teams should use analytics, how the Leafs used their data under Brad Treliving, and why the Leafs should not move on Sunny Mehta until they hire a president. The views and opinions expressed 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 Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the Washington Capitals. They discuss Anthony Stolarz's early exit due to a non-contact knee injury, his tanked trade value, and the Leafs' netminding options for next season. Then, they react to the Leafs being granted permission to interview Panthers AGM Sunny Mehta, whether they should prioritise hiring a President, and their urgency to jump the queue of teams looking for a GM. Later, Arthur Staple (33:25) joins the show to help tee up the Leafs' matchup against the Peter DeBoer-led Islanders. The views and opinions expressed 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 open with their reaction to the New Jersey Devils relieving Tom Fitzgerald of his GM duties. TVA reporter Renaud Levoie stops by (4:52) to share his thoughts on New Jersey's shake-up, the Leafs' GM search, the success of the Canadiens' management structure, why the Habs are in for a splashy offseason, Patrick Roy's unceremonious dismissal, and Steve Yzerman's uncertain future in Detroit. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss Pontus Holmberg's injury after running into an open penalty-box door. The views and opinions expressed 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 that the Toronto Maple Leafs have brought on Neil Glasberg's The Coaches Agency to conduct their GM search. They discuss the 'conflict of interest' for a coach/GM agent leading the search, Sunny Mehta's momentum in the market, and more. Jason Bukala joins the show (16:12) to discuss Mehta's potential fit in Toronto, why the team should prioritise hiring a President, and other under-discussed names the Leafs should consider hiring. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam assess the recently fired Tom Fitzgerald as a potential Leafs GM candidate before debating whether the Leafs should start pulling impact players from the lineup with five games remaining. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former NHLer and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp (5:25) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the New York Islanders hiring Peter DeBoer as head coach to replace Patrick Roy, if he can finally lead a team to a Stanley Cup win, the New York Rangers' late-season resurgence, teams who have had a great start to their year now dropping games during a playoff race, if the Ottawa Senators can go on a deep Stanley Cup run if they make it in, if playoffs dictate Macklin Celebrini's Hart Trophy case, and if 'coaching bump' is a real thing. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets dropping in the standings and race, and how the Ottawa Senators control their Wild Card destiny. The views and opinions expressed 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 Toronto Maple Leafs' high-scoring overtime loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. They discuss Scott Laughton's revenge game, his back-and-forth with Matthew Knies, and whether he'd return to the Leafs in the offseason. Then, they weigh in on the urgency in the Leafs' GM search after the Islanders jumped the line for Pete DeBoer, and the fit of rumoured candidates, including Sunny Mehta and Chris Pronger. Later, Sportsnet's Luke Fox joins the show (31:20) to share his thoughts on Craig Berube's anti-tanking philosophy in the final stretch, why the Leafs should go after Laughton in the offseason, John Tavares' elevated play with Auston Matthews out of the lineup, and team goals with five games remaining. The views and opinions expressed 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 President, GM and Head Coach Doug MacLean to discuss what MLSE CEO Keith Pelley should've addressed further in his press conference after firing Leafs GM Brad Treliving, what he thinks Keith wants to see in the search process for the next GM, would he lean on an experienced or first-year head coach, if Jim Rutherford would see through another rebuild in Vancouver, player podcasts, and the Ottawa Senators on the verge of dropping out of the playoff race. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee dive into the Ottawa Senators' slippage and head coach Travis Green defending his goaltender 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 affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs' matchup against Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks. Then, they discuss the Leafs' path to competitiveness in 2027, whether a rebuild is off the table in the offseason, William Nylander's comments about his willingness to stay through a retooling, and whether Craig Berube's fate is a foregone conclusion. Later, they dip into McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions and discuss who the Leafs would draft if they won the lottery, whether they should target a younger voice behind the bench, and Max Domi's comments on the culture. The views and opinions expressed 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 and 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman (8:05) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to recap MLSE President Keith Pelley's press conference since firing Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving, what could've triggered the change, what it means to be 'data-centric', the search process for the next general manager, if ex-Vancouver Canucks GM Mike Gillis could make a return to the NHL and run the Leafs, if Doug Armstrong could be available on the market, rumours surrounding Jim Rutherford staying with the Canucks, if the Vegas Golden Knights firing of Bruce Cassidy will trigger change behind the bench on other teams, and potential fallout if the Detroit Red Wings drop from the Stanley Cup Playoff picture. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Alexander Ovechkin reaching 30 goals in 20 seasons, Ottawa Senators losing a potential must-win against the defending Stanley Cup Champs, and goaltenders Igor Shesterkin and Jacob Markstrom engaging in a fight at MSG. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (3:27) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the pressure on Ilya Sorokin down the stretch for the Islanders, the Golden Knights' late season coaching change, John Tortorella vs. Bruce Cassidy's coaching style, why playstyle should dictate the direction of the next Maple Leafs' front office, analytical-driven management, Linus Ullmark missing a game, and the Leafs' strong response to Radko Gudas in their first game since Auston Matthews' knee-on-knee collision. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the Dallas Stars extending Jim Nill's contract, Jason Robertson's looming next deal, and Flyers prospect Porter Martone making his NHL debut. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired general manager Brad Treliving. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the decision and the timing of Treliving's dismissal before going through each answer from Keith Pelley's press conference, including his comments on what went wrong this season, retooling vs. rebuilding, and the team's culture. Then, they assess where Craig Berube stands with seven games remaining in the regular season. Later, they look back on the Leafs' win over the Ducks, Max Domi's fight with Radko Gudas, and Michael Pezzetta's ejection. The views and opinions expressed 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 touch on the Vegas Golden Knights firing head coach Bruce Cassidy and hiring John Tortorella, before bringing in Sportsnet's David Amber (12:11) to weigh in on the coaching change, the Golden Knights' playoff outlook, and whether other teams will look within on their current head coaches. Then, DA shares his thoughts on Linus Ullmark requesting to rest for one game, whether Steve Yzerman is on the hot seat, whether a Maple Leaf will go after Radko Gudas in their first meeting since his knee-on-knee collision on Auston Matthews, and the Wild Card race in the East. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about Jim Rutherford's future with the Vancouver Canucks, why they're set for a strong rebuild through drafts, and the New Jersey Devils' outlook. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.