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.

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(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

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