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Join us as we dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs' thrilling 6-3 victory over the Calgary Flames, highlighted by William Nylander's electrifying hat trick. We'll explore how Nylander's performance has catapulted him to the top of the NHL scoring charts. Additionally, we'll discuss Joseph Woll's impressive goaltending, which has been a key factor in the Leafs' recent success. The power play is hitting its stride, but we'll also examine the challenges facing the penalty kill unit. From the highs of Nylander's goals to the areas needing improvement, we cover it all—and so much more. Tune in for in-depth analysis and lively discussion about the Maple Leafs' season so far.

Join us as we dive deep into the Toronto Maple Leafs' potential trade deadline moves, focusing on the possibility of Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly becoming trade chips to make a roster defining move to bolster the team's chances in the playoffs. We'll break down the implications of the recent blockbuster trade that sent Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes and explore how this massive offensive boost might impact the Leafs' trade strategy. With the March 7 deadline approaching, we'll analyze the team's critical decisions, potential trade scenarios, and the pressure mounting on GM Brad Treliving to make a game-changing move.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been on a tear since and holding steady at the top of the Atlantic Division. We'll analyze standout performances from players like William Nylander and Auston Matthews, and discuss the team's improved defensive play under Joseph Woll's goaltending. As the 2025 NHL trade deadline approaches, we'll explore potential blockbuster acquisitions that could elevate the Leafs to Stanley Cup contenders. Could Brad Marchand bring his gritty play and scoring touch to Toronto? Might Ryan O'Reilly make a return to provide veteran leadership? Or will Nazem Kadri come full circle and rejoin his former team? We'll examine the Leafs' cap space, draft pick situation, and weigh the pros and cons of these potential moves as Toronto gears up for what could be their most aggressive deadline in years.

Join us in this episode of "Maple Leafs Momentum" as we dive deep into the thrilling world of the Toronto Maple Leafs! With the team currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division, we celebrate the clutch performances of captain John Tavares, who continues to show his skill on the ice. However, it’s not all smooth sailing; we discuss the recent injury to goaltender Anthony Stolarz and what it means for the team's lineup and playoff aspirations. How will this impact their strategy moving forward? We’ll analyze key games, highlight standout moments, and share insights on how the Leafs can maintain their momentum in a competitive division. This episode is packed with analysis, excitement, and everything you need to know about your favorite team. Don’t miss it!

Join us in this episode of "Maple Leafs Unplugged" as we dive deep into the current challenges facing the Toronto Maple Leafs. We discuss their recent struggles, including a disappointing record of 0-9-1 when scoring two goals or less, highlighting the urgent need for secondary scoring to bolster their offensive output. Additionally, we explore the controversial snubs from the Four Nations tournament, examining why key players like John Tavares, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Morgan Rielly, and Chris Tanev were left off the roster. Tune in for insightful analysis, player performances, and what these decisions mean for the team's future prospects!

In this episode, we welcome Mike Commito, the esteemed author of the Hockey 365 series published by Dundurn Press. Join us as we dive into a lively discussion about the Toronto Maple Leafs and their promising start to the season despite facing numerous injuries.We explore William Nylander's remarkable performance, highlighting his hot start and his status as a leading vote-getter for the upcoming NHL All-Star Game. The conversation also touches on Mitch Marner's contract situation, as he enters the final year of deal, and what that could mean for both him and the team moving forward. Additionally, we'll cover various other topics related to the Maple Leafs' current dynamics and prospects for the season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to hockey, this episode promises insightful commentary and engaging stories from one of hockey's passionate historians. Tune in for an exciting look at the team's journey this year!

The Toronto Maple Leafs are surging with a stellar 7-2-1 record in their last 10 games, including an impressive 7-1 run without Auston Matthews in the lineup. Join us as we break down the exceptional goaltending led by Joseph Woll, who earned NHL Third Star of the Week honors with a .967 save percentage, a 2-0 record, and a shutout. We’ll also highlight the incredible performances of Mitch Marner and William Nylander, as they continue to lead the charge for this resilient Leafs squad. Are we witnessing a new level of depth in this team? Tune in now!

The Toronto Maple Leafs face mounting challenges as Auston Matthews and David Kämpf join the injury list. How will the team fill the void left by key players? Meanwhile, Ryan Reaves’ suspension for a controversial hit raises questions about discipline and roster depth. We’re breaking down the Leafs' response to these setbacks, the emerging opportunities for depth players, and what lies ahead for the team. Don’t miss this action-packed episode of Leafs Under Pressure!

In this episode, we’re digging into the hard truths about the Toronto Maple Leafs' performance this season. From William Nylander's impressive consistency to Mitch Marner's struggles under pressure, we're dissecting how each key player is impacting the Leafs' shaky start. We also take a deep dive into Toronto's ongoing power play issues—why can't this talent-packed lineup find the back of the net? And where’s the accountability? We explore the team’s culture, calling out the need for stronger leadership and grit if they hope to be real contenders. Tune in as we break down what's working, what's not, and what it will take to finally turn this season around.

In this special episode, we sit down with Mike Wilson and Rick Vaive, hosts of the Squid and the Ultimate Leafs Fan Podcast, to dive deep into the Leafs’ season so far. We cover everything from Mitch Marner’s play and Jake McCabe’s role to the challenges and opportunities the Leafs face as they aim for greatness. Mike and Rick share insights from their decades-long connection to Leafs Nation, offering takes and stories that every fan will appreciate. Tune in for a conversation packed with expert analysis, fan insights, and a few surprises along the way.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to a hot 3-1-0 start, with Auston Matthews scoring his first goal of the season and William Nylander posting back-to-back multi-point performances. The team has shown strong offensive output and commitment to Coach Berube’s system. However, despite the solid start, there are still areas where the Leafs can fine-tune their play, particularly with special teams and overall consistency. We break down what's clicking early and what they need to build on to keep the momentum going this season.

Get ready for the 2024/25 Toronto Maple Leafs season with in-depth analysis, player updates, and expert predictions. Join us as we break down what’s ahead for Leafs Nation, from a change behind the bench to roster changes, and everything in between.

In this week's podcast, we have interviews with Maple Leafs' Legends and Alumni Mats Sundin, Curtis Joseph, Gary Roberts, Kris Versteeg and Sportsnet's own Elliotte Friedman! Toronto Maple Leafs, Mats Sundin and Curtis Joseph reminisced about the 2000 All-Star Game and stories from their stellar careers. The evening was hosted by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

In this week's episode we grade the Maple Leafs' first quarter of the season, we discuss the continued themes that have come up at the quarter mark. We look at some possible trads scenarios, and room for improvement. We also offer up grades for the GM, coach and so much more!

In this week's podcast, We look at the trade winds blowing in Toronto, as Nikita Zadorov's name has been linked to the Maple Leafs and what that trade may look like and so much more!

In this week's podcast we continue our conversation on the Maple Leafs issues with scoring, and some flat performances against Nashville Predators and Los Angeles Kings. For how much longer can this team keep with these issues before alarm bells need to be rung and so much more!

In this week's episode, we look at the hot start by Joseph Woll and the Maple Leafs top four continue to shine. We continue our discussion on some solutions for depth scoring in the Maple Leafs bottom six and so much more!

Mike Commito is a writer from Sudbury, Ontario. He is the Team Historian for the Sudbury Wolves and the author of the Hockey 365 series on Dundurn Press. His latest book is Leafs 365, which features 365 short stories about the Toronto Maple Leafs, one for every day of the year. We discuss the Maple Leafs start, areas of improvement, and his books and so much more!

In our first episode of the season, we look at the Maple Leafs moves from the summer and what their impact might be come playoffs and so much more!

In our final podcast of the 2022/23 season we discuss the loss to the Florida Panthers and what that means for the Toronto Maple Leafs franchise and the direction it may go in this offseason of unrest and some big changes on the horizon and so much more!