Game Play

National NHL Writer for ESPN, Kristen Shilton joins Game Play to chat about Auston Matthews taking over against the Kings, how Scott Laughton has lifted Max Domi and the biggest ‘what ifs’ for the Maple Leafs heading into the playoffs.

Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello joins Game Play to chat about establishing culture early in the MLB season, why the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contract saga is ‘overblown’, the new ‘torpedo’ bats, the Yankees offensive explosion to start the season and more.

TSN Basketball Analyst, Jack Armstrong on how Cooper Flagg compares to past Duke greats, the 'business' of college basketball and if NIL means the end of March Madness Cinderella teams.

Co-host of Exit Philosophy Podcast, Richard Griffin on how far the Jays' starting pitching can take them and why 2030 is a 'key window' for the Blue Jays front office.

TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters on takeaways from the Maple Leafs' loss to the Sharks, the workload on Stolarz and Woll and the most interesting playoff matchup for Toronto.

Former MLBer Ryan Spilborghs on if the Blue Jays can overcome 'external pressure', Max Scherzer's clubhouse influence and uncertainty in the AL East.

Senior NHL Writer for The Athletic, Sean McIndoe joins Game Play to chat about what led up to John Tortorella's Flyers exit and 'the human element' of Scott Laughton's early struggles in Toronto.

Bailey Freeman aka. “Foolish Baseball” joins Game Play to chat about Juan Soto setting the tone for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract year, if there’s ‘more in the tank’ for Max Scherzer and expectations for Mike Trout.

In today’s Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the biggest stories in MLB ahead of Opening Day.

Former Leaf and Co-Host of the Leafs Morning Take, Jay Rosehill joins Game Play to chat about Bobby McMann’s ability to find chemistry with linemates and John Tavares’ impressive longevity.

Co-Founder of Just Baseball, Peter Appel joins Game Play to chat about why Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s ceiling is ‘limitless’, excitement for the Blue Jays rotation and the biggest dark hose in the AL.

ESPN Radio Host, Jonathan Zaslow joins Game Play to chat about Jimmy Butler's return to Miami, what makes Brad Marchand a ‘perfect Florida Panther’ and if the Panthers are still the team to beat in the playoffs.

In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at his desire for the Blue Jays to be contenders and what it means for the Toronto media landscape.

Maple Leafs Writer for the Toronto Star, Kevin McGran joins Game Play to chat about would mean for Auston Matthews’ legacy, Craig Berube’s honesty, why the Leafs ‘need’ to win the Atlantc and Scott Laughton’s long-term fit.

CBS Sports Betting Analyst, Todd Fuhrman joins Game Play to chat about the most ‘undervalued’ team in March Madness, NHL best bets and if the Jets and Capitals should be considered Stanley Cup contenders.

In today’s Opening Thought, Matt reflects on Jimmy Butler’s controversial NBA career.

PFSN Chief Content Officer David Bearman on the biggest Sweet Sixteen storylines, what the ‘NIL era’ means for college basketball and Derik Queen’s controversial buzzer beater.

ESPN Senior NHL Writer, Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to chat about the Maple Leafs playing down to their competition, how the Lightning could win the Atlantic and why having the Habs in the playoffs is so compelling.

In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at what's at stake for the Toronto teams in the next week.

TSN Baseball Insider, Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about why the Blue Jays might have a better chance of re-signing Bo Bichette than Vlad Guerrero Jr. and the importance of international baseball.

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about what the Leafs need from Max Domi, doubt around Scott Laughton’s role and Toronto’s need for ‘difference makers’ in the playoffs.

Host of VSiN Primetime, Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to chat about potential March Madness upsets, UNC's controversial inclusion in the tournament and if Cooper Flagg's injury will impact Duke's championship hopes.

NSL Founder and Olympic medalist with the CANWNT, Diana Matheson joins Game Play to chat about how the NSL started, Canada’s ‘world class’ ability in Women’s sports and how the 2012 Olympics changed the soccer landscape in Canada.

National NHL Writer for The Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about warning signs for the Maple Leafs, if the Leafs’ forwards are prepared for playoff intensity and more.

In today's Opening Thought. Matt comes up with a few different ways to improve the NHL.