Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs

Leafs keep open contract dialogue with Tavares & Marner

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Toronto Maple Leafs try to beat the Philadelphia Flyers again but will have to do it without Jake McCabe. David Morassutti is joined by Frank Stan...

Knies getting hot as Leafs continue to collect wins

06 Jan 2025

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It was a big weekend for Matthew Knies but also a scary one for a top defenceman. David Morassutti returns from vacation and is joined by Austin Owens...

Bobby McMann propels Toronto Maple Leafs to win over Isles + What defined the Leafs' 2024 year

03 Jan 2025

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On today's episode, Mike DiStefano breaks down the embarrassing exit for Team Canada at the World Juniors. He then praises Bobby McMann for his perfor...

Toronto Maple Leafs New Years Resolutions | Auston Matthews speaks on injury status

02 Jan 2025

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On today's episode of the Locked on Leafs podcast, Mike DiStefano goes solo to update you on the latest with the MAple Leafs. He discusses Auston Matt...

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs too thin down the middle? Who can they trade for?

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Locked on Leafs, Mike DiStefano is joined by TSN 1050 Leafs Game night Producer Cameron Moore to touch on the Leafs loss to the Washington ...

Marner nets hat trick, downs Detroit + Leafs vs. Caps preview

28 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2. Mike Distefano goes solo to break down the win and the dominating performance of Mitch Marner....

Leafs unable to keep up with Jets minus Matthews & Tanev

24 Dec 2024

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The absence of Auston Matthews and Chris Tanev was apparent for the Toronto Maple Leafs in their loss against the Winnipeg Jets. Mike DiStefano and Da...

Leafs have up and down weekend as Matthews re-aggravates injury

23 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs went 1-1 in another set of back-to-back games but got some bad news about their captain. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti o...

Matt Murray returns as Leafs face slumping Sabres, Islanders

20 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will be looking to take advantage of a couple of struggling teams while Matt Murray gets his chance in the NHL again. Mike DiS...

Leafs prevail over Stars thanks to Woll, misfits line

19 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs got another solid game from the third line, while Joseph Woll stood tall once again against the Dallas Stars. Mike DiStefano a...

Leafs to debut superstar top line, Stolarz out long term

18 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will try to load up their top line in a way that we haven't seen before, while Anthony Stolarz will be sidelined for a lengthy...

Leafs send down Minten, Co-Sign/No-Sign returns

17 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a minor roster move, and there are some questions regarding a few other ones as the season goes along. Mike DiStefan...

The good and bad from Leafs' back-to-back weekend split

16 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs went 1-1 in their weekend back-to-back against the Red Wings and Sabres. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti provide their obs...

Leafs win over Ducks comes at a cost with Stolarz injured

13 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs earned another win, but this one came at a cost with another injury, Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts o...

Leafs look for offensive spark vs. Ducks

12 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping that a matchup against the Anaheim Ducks will provide the offence a chance to come alive. Mike DiStefano and David ...

Leafs steal a win over Devils thanks to Stolarz

11 Dec 2024

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It's not the way the Toronto Maple Leafs would have drawn up a win but they found a way to get two points against the New Jersey Devils. David Morassu...

Leafs look to jumpstart offence vs. Keefe & Devils

10 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for offence and will try to get back on track against their former coach. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti expl...

What went wrong in Leafs' back-to-back losses to Capitals and Penguins?

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Toronto Maple Leafs did not get the result they were looking for in their back-to-back over the weekend. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break...

Leafs get set for stiff test vs. Capitals, another head coach is fired

06 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will be put to the test with a weekend back-to-back that has one of the top offensive teams on tap. Mike DiStefano and David M...

Matthews heating up as Leafs beat Preds, latest injury updates

05 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs picked up their third-straight win but needed a little boost to get their offence in gear. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti...

Leafs look to add to Predators' miserable season

04 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are back in action again, and they go up against a team that has not lived up to expectations. Mike DiStefano and David Morass...

Leafs earn another Prime win, projecting Team Canada 4 Nations Face-Off roster

03 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs earned another victory on Amazon Prime, with their goaltending providing another big lift. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti...

Leafs welcome Bedard & Blackhawks, another injury after win over Lightning

02 Dec 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs get set for another Prime game coming off a win that led to another critical injury. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give ...

Leafs look for bounce back vs. Lightning, Black Friday trade list

29 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs get set for their second game on their Florida trip against a team they are certainly familiar with. Mike DiStefano and David ...

Shorthanded Leafs fall to Panthers, a look at playoff contenders & pretenders

28 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs' offensive struggles were apparent in a tough loss to the Florida Panthers. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the...

Leafs prepare for showdown vs. Panthers, could Toronto trade for Crosby?

27 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs travel to South Beach for an important Atlantic Division showdown, and what would it take to make Kyle Dubas consider parting ...

Matthews inching towards return as Leafs shuffle lines

26 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs held one last practice before they travel to Florida with their captain taking part once again. Mike DiStefano and David Moras...

Leafs continue winning streak, is Kadri a trade option?

25 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs picked up another victory without Auston Matthews in the lineup. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on wh...

Leafs quarter-mark report, Utah comes to town

22 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have hit the 20-game mark of the season which provides a good chance to re-assess the team. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutt...

Leafs take care of Vegas thanks to "Brick Woll"

21 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs put up another impressive performance after having to reshuffle the lines against the Vegas Golden Knights, with Joseph Woll l...

Leafs make more lineup changes with Vegas in town

20 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshuffle the lineup as they continue to get hit by the injury bug. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their...

How concerning is Matthews' medical trip to Germany amid many Leafs' injuries

19 Nov 2024

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Auston Matthews makes a surprise trip overseas to get a second opinion for his nagging injury as the Toronto Maple Leafs navigate a shorthanded lineup...

Leafs look to take down Connor McDavid & Oilers without Auston Matthews

15 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will take on Connor McDavid fresh off a milestone night and they'll be without Auston Matthews. Mike DiStefano and David Moras...

Leafs get gutsy comeback win over Capitals

14 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs needed a full 60 minutes and more to beat the Washington Capitals. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on ...

Leafs fall flat vs. Senators but need to regroup against Capitals

13 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will have to bounce back from an ugly loss to Ottawa Senators with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals next up. Mike DiS...

Leafs get set for first Battle of Ontario, Treliving provides updates

12 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs continued to flex their defensive muscle and are still waiting for word on when Auston Matthews will return to the lineup. Mik...

Leafs prepare for back-to-back but will Auston Matthews play?

08 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have a back-to-back upcoming as they continue to face more divisional opponents. David Morassutti from James Offside Hockey T...

Which Leafs are on track for Hall of Fame?

07 Nov 2024

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The Hockey Hall of Fame ceremony is coming up but which players on the Toronto Maple Leafs are in a position to be considered when it's their time? Mi...

Leafs special teams dominate vs. Bruins, Auston Matthews sidelined

06 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs special teams had a night to remember against the Boston Bruins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on ho...

What Leafs can try to exploit against Bruins

05 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs look to get back in the win column against the Boston Bruins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you set for the game as ...

Leafs get swept in back-to-back, biggest surprises & disappointments in NHL so far

04 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs weren't able to come away with a win in their weekend back-to-back, but was it all bad for the team? Mike DiStefano and David ...

Leafs take care of Kraken with back-to-back upcoming

01 Nov 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs had another strong night with a victory over the Seattle Kraken as they get set for a weekend back-to-back. Mike DiStefano and...

Liljegren era ends as Leafs trade defenceman to Sharks

31 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have finally traded Timothy Liljegren after making a deal with the San Jose Sharks. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go thr...

Leafs face cap and roster crunch, how can they get through it?

30 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a roster and salary cap crunch, so what are their options to navigate it? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go th...

Leafs veterans steal the show to end Winnipeg's streak

29 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs once again had a big night on an Amazon Prime game, ending the Winnipeg Jets' winning streak. Mike DiStefano and David Morassu...

Matthews' giveaway in OT leads to another Leafs loss

28 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs had another miserable end against the Boston Bruins, losing their third straight in overtime. Mike DiStefano and David Morassu...

Another brutal Leafs loss should serve as wakeup call

25 Oct 2024

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It was another ugly performance from the Toronto Maple Leafs, falling 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoug...

Leafs take on Blues as Berube gets set to face former team

24 Oct 2024

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Craig Berube gets to go up against his former team as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the St. Louis Blues. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look ahead...

Leafs lay stinker in Columbus, how will team respond?

23 Oct 2024

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It was not a pleasant night for the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on ...

Leafs display dominant form against Lightning, Woll set to return

22 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs had a statement victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in their best performance of the season. Mike DiStefano and David Morassu...

Leafs look to rebound from Rangers loss against Lightning

21 Oct 2024

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It was a tough night for the Toronto Maple Leafs offence to find answers against Igor Shesterkin and now another top Russian goaltender will try to do...

Leafs have tough test vs. Rangers, Liljegren trade destinations

18 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs get their toughest test of the season with the New York Rangers in town and there were some minor updates from practice. Mike ...

Leafs power play break through, McMann stock rising

17 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs power play scored not just once but twice in a game as the second line shines against the Los Angeles Kings. Mike DiStefano an...

Leafs look to take advantage of shaky Kings defence

16 Oct 2024

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After a lengthy time between games, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally get back on the ice against the Los Angeles Kings. Mike DiStefano and David Morass...

Leafs make changes on power play, any concern over Matthews' production?

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for a spark on the power play and will Timothy Liljegren get into the lineup? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti ...

Leafs take care of Penguins, what we're thankful for with this team

14 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs got some production from the top players in their win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give t...

Leafs depth powers team to first win in Hildeby's debut

12 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have their first win of the season, and some unexpected contributors helped get the job done. Mike DiStefano and David Morasut...

Leafs drop season opener, what's going on with Joseph Woll?

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Toronto Maple Leafs couldn't get the puck to go in the net as they dropped the first game of the season. Mike Distefano and David Morassutti give ...

Leafs open season vs. Canadiens, over/unders for season

09 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will drop the puck on their season tonight, and there will be a lot to watch out for. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look...

Leafs finalize opening night roster, NHL season predictions

08 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have their opening night roster set, and there are certainly differences from what we've come to expect. Mike DiStefano and Da...

As Leafs face tough roster decisions, is Liljegren's future in jeopardy?

07 Oct 2024

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The pre-season is over, but now comes an interesting couple of days for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Mike DeStefano and David Morassutti give their though...

Legend of Nicky Bobby continues as Leafs shutout Red Wings

04 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off another victory in pre-season action with a couple of standout performances against the Detroit Red Wings. Mike DiS...

Could Leafs make a trade to provide roster flexibility?

03 Oct 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have some tough roster decisions upcoming, so does this mean a trade could be coming? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give...

Leafs interested in signing Knies long-term but what's the right price?

02 Oct 2024

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More rough stuff in NHL pre-season action, while the Toronto Maple Leafs have looked into an extension for one of its top young players. Mike DiStefan...

Are Leafs ending Nylander experiment at centre?

01 Oct 2024

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Are the Toronto Maple Leafs considering ending the experiment with William Nylander at the centre? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the cha...

The Toronto Maple Leafs have more pressure than anyone to win this year; can they top the Atlantic?

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After years of dominating the NHL’s Atlantic Division, is this finally the year one of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruin, Florida Panthers or Ta...

Robertson shines in Leafs win, fallout from Laine, Xhekaj situation

30 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs got a standout performance from Nick Robertson in what was an eventful victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Mike DiStefano and...

Leafs get first pre-season win, sorting through competition in bottom six

27 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs got their first victory of the pre-season, but did we get a clearer idea of which forwards are making a case for a job in the ...

Leafs update training camp groups, TSN ranks Nylander ahead of Marner

26 Sep 2024

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William Nylander gets ranked ahead of Mitch Marner in the latest TSN's top players ranking, but did they get it right? Mike DiStefano and David Morass...

Leafs lose again in pre-season, Matthews avoids injury scare

25 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs lost another pre-season game to the Ottawa Senators, with most of their top players not playing. Mike DiStefano and David Mora...

Leafs players feeling pressure to perform, a look at new Amazon series

24 Sep 2024

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Some Toronto Maple Leafs players will be under pressure to perform through the pre-season schedule, especially with increased competition in training ...

Leafs drop pre-season opener, Marner talks contract...a bit

23 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs opened their pre-season schedule with a loss in an entertaining bout with the Ottawa Senators. Mike DiStefano and David Morass...

Breaking down first look at Leafs lines at training camp

20 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs were put to the test in the first on-ice session at training camp, with some interesting combinations thrown out right off the...

Breaking down Leafs first day of camp

19 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs reported to training camp, but some off-ice news took some of the attention. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their th...

What Leafs' questions should be asked as training camp opens?

18 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs get set for training camp with media day opening things up as we get to hear some questions, hopefully, answered before player...

Will Leafs try playing Nylander at centre again during camp?

17 Sep 2024

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Like most NHL teams, the Toronto Maple Leafs will have some questions that will need to be answered when training camp opens. Mike DiStefano and David...

Leafs prospect showdown review, Hakanpaa speaks on injury

16 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs prospects came away with the sweep against the Montreal Canadiens in the prospect showdown. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutt...

Leafs and Robertson stalemate ends, Pacioretty & Hakanpaa next?

11 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs finally got Nick Robertson to put pen to paper on his contract, but it appears the story has more to come. Mike DiStefano and ...

What should Leafs' expectations be like for Easton Cowan?

09 Sep 2024

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How much of an opportunity will Easton Cowan have with the Toronto Maple Leafs in training camp? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their though...

Leafs making push to re-sign McCabe? Hakanpaa to be at camp?

06 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have apparently started the groundwork to extend a key part of the blue line. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the sh...

Leafs bringing in Lorentz on PTO, have Pacioretty on radar

04 Sep 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to add some depth ahead of training camp. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by discussing Steven ...

Would Leafs do a contract with deferred salary? Remembering Gaudreau

02 Sep 2024

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We had an unusual contract signed this past weekend, but would the Toronto Maple Leafs consider a similar deal down the road? Mike DiStefano and David...

What are Leafs options on defence if Hakanpaa doesn't sign?

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

All appears to be quiet when it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs free agents, which still need to be solved. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discu...

Leafs looking at options on left wing, but who's available?

26 Aug 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking at some options to improve the team's forward depth but who is available? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti disc...

Matthews ranked 3rd on top centres list, projected Leafs top scorers

24 Aug 2024

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Auston Matthews gets ranked third on the NHL Network's top centres list, but is it the right spot for him? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start t...

Will the Matthews-Laine rivalry reignite? Offer sheet resolution

21 Aug 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will be front and centre at Hockey Night in Brampton while the Montreal Canadiens make an intriguing trade. Mike DiStefano and...

Leafs get WWE belt, blind ranking past defencemen & more NHL moves

19 Aug 2024

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Toronto Maple Leafs fans can add some bling to their collection with a new collaboration with WWE, and NHL GMs continue to make moves. Mike DiStefano ...

Which Leafs winger is better between Marner & Nylander?

16 Aug 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs captaincy has been passed off from John Tavares to Auston Matthews while the NHL Network ignites a spicy debate. Mike DiStefan...

Leafs to name Matthews captain in busy day of NHL moves

13 Aug 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are shaking things up and are naming Auston Matthews the 26th captain in franchise history. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutt...

Leafs over/under: Matthews' 2024-25 goals total, ranking past goalies

12 Aug 2024

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What can we expect to see from Auston Matthews after a historic season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at what can be expected from the Toro...

Which contracts should the Leafs make a priority?

09 Aug 2024

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Which contracts should be a top priority for the Toronto Maple Leafs to address this season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the podcast by ...

Should Leafs give Minten chance to be 3C? Does Ekman-Larsson get PP1 time?

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are some opportunities the Toronto Maple Leafs could provide certain players at training camp? On Co-Sign/No-Sign Wednesday, Mike DiStefano and D...

Leafs confidence survey revealed, Hakanpaa sighting & Blind Ranking 1.0

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How confident are the Toronto Maple Leafs with the team heading into this season? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti go through the results of The At...

Looking at Brad Treliving's top moves with Leafs...so far

02 Aug 2024

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Based on what you've seen so far, how much confidence do you have in the Toronto Maple Leafs under GM Brad Treliving? Mike DiStefano and David Morassu...

Leafs prospects look to impress at World Juniors showcase

31 Jul 2024

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A couple of Toronto Maple Leafs prospects are looking to impress at Hockey Canada's World Junior Showcase. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at...

Leafs/Marlies sign Alex Nylander, a look at cap situation

29 Jul 2024

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Another Nylander will join the Leafs organization, but why did he not land an NHL deal? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the Toronto Marlie...

Which Leafs will be on radar for 2026 Winter Olympics?

26 Jul 2024

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With the 2024 Paris Olympics beginning, we decided to look ahead to the NHL's return to the 2026 Winter Olympics and see which Toronto Maple Leafs cou...

Should Leafs prioritize Matthew Knies extension?

25 Jul 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have many contracts to consider over the next year, including one of their top young players. It's Co-Sign/No-Sign day on the ...

Leafs sign Dewar, what's the deal with Robertson?

23 Jul 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs were able to avoid arbitration with Connor Dewar after agreeing to a one-year deal. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give t...

Leafs hire new scouting director, ranking the team's top prospects

19 Jul 2024

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The Toronto Maple Leafs hired a new scouting director with an impressive resume. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the Leafs bringing in ...