Sean McIndoe of the Athletic joined Game Play to discuss his article on his theory of why the Leafs struggle in the playoffs. McIndoe talked about the Leafs potentially not knowing how to get to a higher level and how Brad Marchand elevates his game when it matters.
Former NHL goalie Carter Hutton jumped on the show and shared his thoughts on Joseph Woll getting the nod in Game 5. He also detailed how the Leafs can disrupt Jeremy Swayman and his take on why Connor Hellebuyck is struggling against the Avalanche.
NBA writer for ESPN Tim Bontemps joined the show and gave his thoughts on the Knicks and 76ers series. He details how Jamal Murray is a confusing player and Bontemps comments on the changing of the guard happening in the NBA.
Join Matthew Cauz in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Today, Matt remarks that Game 5 could be the end of the Maple Leafs as we know it...
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by former NHL goaltender Carter Hutton to discuss how he thinks Joseph Woll will fare against the Bruins in Game 5 tonight. Then Matt talks to The Athletic's Sean McIndoe about what has gone wrong for the Leafs as they stare down another first round elimination game.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why it feels like tonight we're watching the end of an era on the Leafs. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NBA writer to discuss the Nuggets' series win over the Lakers and the future of LeBron James.
NBA Writer at the Athletic, Law Murray joins Game Play to chat about why OG Anunoby "doesn't lose", Jalen Brunson's impressive skillset, the future of the Phoenix Suns, the Timberwolves' experience and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter at the Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Auston Matthews' status ahead of game 5, the expectations surrounding Joseph Woll, why the same issues always arise for the Maple Leafs, how Marchand makes his impact felt and Toronto's comeback chances.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Maple Leafs reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter, about Auston Matthews' status ahead of a must-win Game 5 for the Leafs. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic NBA writer Law Murray to discuss tonight's action in the NBA Playoffs.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he could see the Leafs' loss in Game 4 coming. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic senior NHL writer Rob Rossi to recap all of the action from the Stanley Cup Playoffs this past weekend.
Senior NHL Writer at the Athletic, Rob Rossi joins Game Play to chat about why this Leafs core could stay intact, Toronto's lack of offence in the playoffs, Marner's fit with this current team, the Canucks' improbable turnaround and McDavid's place among the all-time greats.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the flaws in this Toronto Maple Leafs team and where those flaws stem from.
Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period, David Pagnotta joins Game Play to chat about if he expects the Leafs to bounce back, Swayman's dominance, what the Leafs need to do to bounce back, how Nylander's potential return impacts their offence and Connor Hellebuyck's struggles.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Owen hand out their awards for top performers from the past week in the Friday Podium. Then Matt is joined by Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period and SiriusXM NHL host, David Pagnotta, to discuss what the Leafs need to do to bounce back in Game 4 against the Bruins.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by CBS Sports HQ and NHL Puck Line analyst, Todd Fuhrman to break down last night’s Stanley Cup Playoffs action from a betting perspective and look ahead to this weekend’s NHL betting slate. Then Matt talks to Freezing Cold Takes about some of the boldest and coldest takes from the first round of the NFL Draft.
The Athletic's Joshua Kloke joined Game Play to discuss what's going on with the Leafs' offence against the Bruins, the lack of consistency once again from the team's stars and more.
TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado joined Game Play to recap the Leafs' Game 3 loss against the Bruins, discuss how to avoid letting Brad Marchand get under your skin and that it may be better to ignore him rather than risk giving him motivation.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado about the Leafs' Game 3 loss to the Bruins. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke to discuss the status of William Nylander and if he could return for Game 4.
Senior NFL Writer and Draft Analyst for The Athletic, Nick Baumgardner joined Game Play to discuss what makes consensus number one pick Caleb Williams so special, which teams he anticipates to possibly move up to make a splash on draft night and more ahead of Thursday's first round of the NFL Draft.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz reflects on Bob Cole's legendary broadcasting career after news broke of his passing early today. Then Matt is joined by Senior NFL Writer and Draft Analyst for The Athletic, Nick Baumgardner, ahead of the first round of the NFL Draft tonight.
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