Talkin' Buds Leafs Show

The Toronto Maple Leafs returned to the win column on Wednesday night behind an all-world performance from Joseph Woll. We break down Woll’s dominance, the return of Auston Matthews, and why major concerns still remain with this roster. We also debate the real long-term path forward for this franchise. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/geT6_njdke4 (0:00) – Intro (2:20) – Joseph Woll steals one in Columbus (6:13) – Auston Matthews returns (8:45) – Easton Cowan is the real deal (10:00) – It still doesn’t look good (14:17) – Coaching changes around the NHL (18:46) – Rakuten (19:45) – The best path forward for the Leafs (26:35) – Looking ahead to the weekend Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs hit rock bottom on Saturday with an embarrassing loss to the Canadiens. Is the clock now ticking on Brad Treliving and Craig Berube? We break down the futures of the GM and head coach and outline what makes the most sense for the long-term stability and success of the Maple Leafs. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/DfLxLnwGhIM (0:00) – Rock bottom (6:15) – Injuries aren’t an excuse (8:00) – MLSE is at a fork in the road (13:05) – Rotten to the core (19:42) – Rakuten (20:41) – Hard decisions are coming (28:45) – Cowan and Knies as future pillars (31:30) – Stay the course for the rest of the season Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally returned to the win column on Tuesday night with an OT victory over the Blues. We get into how Troy Stecher and Jacob Quillan immediately stood out with their skating and why this team’s lack of speed keeps getting exposed. We give our thoughts on Brad Treliving’s media availability, Craig Berube singling out William Nylander, and the extreme parity across the NHL right now. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/TSRtAOegURs (0:00) – Thoughts on Brad Treliving speaking to the media (4:00) – Troy Stecher and Jacob Quillan immediately stand out (11:52) – Rakuten (13:00) – Berube singles out Nylander (16:07) – Another Matthews mystery (21:15) – John Tavares keeps shining and Joe Woll returns (24:05) – Extreme parity in the NHL (25:51) – Celebrini and Bedard on Team Canada (29:30) – The grind continues Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped their fourth straight game on Thursday night, and there’s no dressing it up anymore. They stink. This episode breaks down the roster construction and the total drop-off in talent, speed, and skill once you get past the top players. We address the calls to fire Craig Berube, whether that move would actually change anything, and why simply riding out the rest of the season might be the only logical path given how few assets the Leafs have in the cupboard. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7aE2wG2dU8U (0:00) – It’s not a great watch (1:26) – Brad Treliving has built a bad hockey team (12:00) – Is firing Craig Berube on the table (13:31) – Rakuten (14:30) – Berube isn’t helping himself (18:05) – Mortgaging the future isn’t the answer (24:40) – Will Auston Matthews ever be the same? Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs hit a new low defensively over the weekend with embarrassing losses to the Bruins and Hurricanes. We dive into the growing frustration among fans, from talk of a coaching change to questions about leadership and systems. We also set realistic expectations for the rest of the season and outline what Leafs fans might need to accept if things keep heading in the same direction. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/gSNM-cnIygI (0:00) – So much for the November Goats (04:30) – A defensive disaster (08:55) – Depth problem or talent problem? (17:27) – Rakuten (18:26) – Setting realistic expectations (23:15) – Staying open to all possibilities if this keeps up (27:20) – The sky isn’t falling Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs turning back into their November Goats form? With three straight wins to start the month and elite play from Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and John Tavares, we break down what’s driving this hot streak, the adjustments fueling their success, and look ahead to a back-to-back weekend against the Bruins and Hurricanes. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kJ0wm4aj-2k (0:00) – Return of the November Goats (2:30) – Have the Leafs finally found their identity? (9:00) – What’s driving the recent success (17:46) – Rakuten (18:45) – A new perspective on John Tavares (21:30) – Auston Matthews back on track (24:00) – Leading the league in goals with a broken power play (28:20) – Parity is alive and well in the NHL Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ The holidays are here and that means it’s the most wonderful time of the year…to save with Rakuten. Use Rakuten to stack Cash Back at your favourite stores on top of holiday sales. That’s savings on savings! With Rakuten, you can get Cash Back on gifts for everyone on your list, from toys for the kids, to kitchen gear for the person who loves to cook, to electronics for everyone. You can even save on something for yourself! Just shop the stores you love, and Cash Back is automatically added to your account–and you can choose to get paid via Interac eTransfer, PayPal or cheque. Join for free today and get a new member bonus after minimum qualifying purchases–just go to Rakuten.ca, download the app or install the browser extension. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Blue Jays came up just short of a World Series title, falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a heartbreaking Game 7. In this special one-off edition of the Talkin’ Buds Blue Jays Show, we unpack the gut-wrenching feeling every Jays fan is dealing with today and reflect on the incredible ride that was the 2025 postseason. We wrap things up with a look at the Leafs’ 5-2 win over the Flyers and preview the week ahead. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/--xYxuWU_oc (0:00) - Pure heartbreak (4:00) - Vladimir Guerrero Jr. cements himself (6:30) - The Blue Jays had their chances (9:05) - The 2025 Blue Jays will live forever in Toronto sports history (13:55) - Magical performances across the lineup (18:50) - Looking back on an unforgettable 2025 season (20:53) - DraftKings (22:51) - Leafs pick up a solid win in Philadelphia Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search for an identity rolls on. We break down Auston Matthews’ sluggish start and ask whether this is as good as it’s going to get from the Leafs’ captain this season. We dig into why the team continues to struggle defensively, whether it’s time to level-set expectations, and if a trademark hot November run is still on the horizon. Plus, we tee up Game 6 of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/HO2y2Onu1z4 (0:00) - Intro (2:26) - Auston Matthews looks like a shell of himself (10:00) - Defensive zone effort is nowhere to be found (17:14) - Resetting expectations for this team (22:16) - John Tavares deserves better (25:08) - DraftKings (27:04) - Blue Jays push Dodgers to the brink in the World Series Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs split their home-and-home series with the Buffalo Sabres, delivering two more uneven efforts. We break down John Tavares’ strong start to the year as he closes in on 500 career goals, examine why this team ranks among the NHL’s worst defensively, and question whether Craig Berube can finally find a consistent lineup combination. Plus, we share our thoughts on the first two games of the World Series as the Blue Jays and Dodgers head to Los Angeles for Game 3. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/d0MdGTZDWOY (0:00) - Taking a look around the Atlantic Division (03:55) - John Tavares off to a strong start (09:30) - Is Craig Berube overusing the lineup blender? (11:20) - The Leafs are the worst defensive team in hockey (18:48) - DraftKings (20:26) - Blue Jays and Dodgers head to LA tied 1-1 (28:48) - Toronto sports fans finally getting well-deserved praise Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ sluggish start rolled on Tuesday night with another lifeless effort, this time in a lopsided loss to the New Jersey Devils. We break down why the team looks disinterested and disorganized, and take a closer look at Auston Matthews’ underwhelming play to start the season. We also react to Craig Berube’s ongoing shuffle of line combinations and the team’s glaring issues in their own zone. To close things out, we switch gears for a special Talkin’ Buds Blue Jays segment, previewing Toronto’s upcoming World Series showdown with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/GkJpOrLM30A (0:00) - Leafs’ lethargic play continues (04:55) - What’s worth worrying about and what isn’t (10:58) - Auston Matthews needs to raise his game (15:05) - Still searching for a team identity (20:00) - Time remains to turn things around (24:58) - DraftKings (26:37) - Blue Jays vs Dodgers: World Series preview (34:55) - Comparing Vladdy and Matthews Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs sit at 3-2-1 to start the season, a record that’s fine on paper, but not exactly easing the nerves of Leafs Nation. Fans are still waiting to see signs that this team’s “DNA” has actually changed. After Saturday night’s loss, Anthony Stolarz didn’t hold back in his postgame comments, calling out the group’s effort. We break down what he said and try to strike the right balance between “this team needs to wake up” and “it’s only six games in.” Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/n5lwWnMwzjo (0:00) - Austin 3:16 (1:48) - Stolarz calls out teammates after loss to Kraken (8:51) - Did Stolarz take a shot at Nylander? (11:01) - Reluctance to criticize Matthews & the Leafs’ “DNA” problem (19:43) - DraftKings (21:21) - Easton Cowan (23:53) - Laughton injury exposes Leafs’ depth Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an up-and-down start to the season, leading Craig Berube to shake things up by putting Easton Cowan on the top line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies. We talk about how Cowan’s looked so far, how important William Nylander is to the Leafs’ offence, and why it matters for Matthews to step in and defend his teammates. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/caX0Tndtjpw (0:00) - Intro (01:30) - First impressions of this years Maple Leafs (05:05) - Easton Cowan has entered the chat (08:55) - William Nylander is the Leafs best player (12:11) - Bobby McMann deserves more love (14:30) - Treliving taking calls on Nick Robertson? (15:58) - Does Auston Matthews ever get mad? Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened the regular season with a 5–2 win over the Montreal Canadiens, while the Toronto Blue Jays advanced to the ALCS after knocking out the New York Yankees. We discuss what the Leafs can take from the Jays’ winning mentality and break down everything we liked and didn’t like from the Leafs’ opening night performance. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Cc2h5Uyp9GM (0:00) - Intro (2:45) - Lessons the Leafs can take from the Jays (10:35) - Leafs beat Habs in season opener, Rielly stands out (13:15) - Bobby McMann’s impact (15:18) - Finding a new identity (23:24) - Power play struggles out of the gate (25:42) - Stolarz, Järnkrok, and Marner makes VGK debut Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your team hitting paydirt - pays out - to you! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into two hundred dollars in bonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Fees may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bet must win to receive reward. Minimum minus 500 odds required. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot CO slash AUDIO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs officially open the 2025–26 season this week, and we’re back to our regular schedule. While the city’s attention remains on the Toronto Blue Jays, we dive into how the team has shattered the idea that it’s “tough to play in Toronto.” We then make our predictions for the Leafs’ upcoming season, react to Connor McDavid’s new deal with the Oilers, and discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning’s mission to take out the Florida Panthers right out of the gate. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/azzkVu8vjv8 (0:00) - Intro (1:30) - McDavid’s team-friendly extension with the Oilers (6:11) - Blue Jays prove it’s not “tough to play in Toronto” (14:34) - DraftKings (16:01) - Leafs lineup tweaks and crowded goalie situation (25:30) - 2025–26 Leafs season preview and predictions (29:40) - Lightning set sights on the Panthers (31:43) - Expectations for Auston Matthews Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your team hitting paydirt - pays out - to you! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into two hundred dollars in bonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Fees may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bet must win to receive reward. Minimum minus 500 odds required. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot CO slash AUDIO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ training camp and preseason roll on, and the standout storyline is Easton Cowan’s impressive play. Can the young prospect force his way onto the opening night roster? We break it down, plus dive into James Reimer joining on a PTO, Max Domi’s fit on the top line, and more. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/pEpeMztDfZI (0:00) - Intro (01:20) - James Reimer signs PTO (07:45) - Stolarz nearing extension (09:35) - Easton Cowan’s roster chances (15:23) - DraftKings (16:55) - Domi, McMann & Maccelli (22:53) - Leafs center depth (24:15) - New vibe around the team (29:05) - Barkov out for the season? Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your season starts now. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to get $300 in bonus bets instantly when you place your first bet of $5 or more—plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas).Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply. Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Toronto Maple Leafs hockey is officially back! Rob is flying solo on this episode as he breaks down the first two preseason games, Easton Cowan’s standout performances, and Auston Matthews firmly establishing himself as the leader of this team. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/fvyaCGfNKLI (0:00) - Intro (2:00) - Joe Woll steps away & Leafs goalie depth (4:35) - Auston Matthews looks sharp in preseason debut (5:50) - Easton Cowan and Ben Danford stand out (9:02) - DraftKings (10:35) - Matthews sets the tone at training camp Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your season starts now. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to get $300 in bonus bets instantly when you place your first bet of $5 or more—plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas).Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply. Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have opened training camp for the 25/26 season with key players meeting the media on Wednesday morning. We break down standout quotes from Brad Treliving, Craig Berube, and Auston Matthews, while also weighing in on a possible Anthony Stolarz extension, Morgan Rielly’s chance at a bounce-back season, and whether Nick Robertson makes the opening night roster. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Rqi6KDN_kbM (0:00) Intro (1:38) Berube ready for the end of the Core Four era (5:09) Max Domi sidelined to start camp (7:18) Treliving sets expectations for Easton Cowan (10:37) Leafs working on Stolarz extension (16:40) DraftKings (18:14) How to get the best out of Morgan Rielly (24:06) Berube on Nick Robertson (27:34) Matthews and Leafs moving on from Marner (34:43) McDavid keeping Oilers fans uneasy Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your season starts now. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to get $300 in bonus bets instantly when you place your first bet of $5 or more—plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas).Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply. Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs named Matthew Knies as their representative at this week’s NHL Player Media Tour. We open the episode by breaking down Knies’ impressive comments and how the young forward is stepping into a leadership role. We also dive into Jonas Siegel’s one-on-one with Craig Berube in The Athletic, and share our thoughts on the ongoing contract negotiations between Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/crpE4oga82U (0:00) - Matthew Knies stepping into leadership role (08:40) - Craig Berube’s one-on-one with The Athletic (13:48) - Will Dakota Joshua make an impact? (15:36) - Auston Matthews’ health (17:40) - DraftKings (19:30) - Connor McDavid’s future in Edmonton Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your season starts now. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to get $300 in bonus bets instantly when you place your first bet of $5 or more—plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas).Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply. Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner divorce continues to dominate headlines. We kick off season 8 by discussing Mitch Marner's explosive sit down interview with TSN's Mark Masters and give our take on Marners contentious relationship with Leafs nation. Then, we preview the potential opening night lineup and set realistic expectations for Easton Cowan heading into training camp. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kGVjkraAzFo (0:00) – Season 8 Kickoff: We’re Back (1:57) – Mitch Marner’s Explosive Interview with Mark Masters (8:45) – Marner vs Leafs Nation: Breaking Down the Rift (14:00) – The Blue Jays & Toronto Sports Fans (17:49) – DraftKings (19:29) – Projecting the Leafs’ Opening Night Lineup (26:17) – Setting Realistic Expectations for Easton Cowan Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Your season starts now. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to get $300 in bonus bets instantly when you place your first bet of $5 or more—plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas).Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply. Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner have officially split. With Marner signing an 8-year deal and immediately getting shipped to the Vegas Golden Knights for Nicholas Roy, the Marner era ends with a bang. We break down the trade and why the Leafs finally pulled the trigger. Then we dig into all the Leafs’ weekend moves and the big NHL free agent signings, including the Panthers locking up Brad Marchand and Aaron Ekblad. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/rcKDWQoVQmA (0:00) – Kicking Things Off (2:45) – Marner Traded to Vegas (8:36) – Nicolas Roy Arrives + What’s Next for the Leafs (19:17) – Brad Marchand Re-Signs in Florida (22:55) – Breaking Down NHL Free Agency (27:37) – Could Nazem Kadri Return to Toronto? Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.