Leafs Morning Take

John Shannon of 100% Hockey joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill for a loaded conversation on the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Shannon breaks down Keith Pelley’s messaging following the dismissal of Brad Treliving, offering insight into what was really said—and what it all means moving forward. With a strong understanding of Pelley, Shannon shares what kind of leader he is, what he values, an...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down an eventful night in Anaheim as the Leafs took down the Ducks 5-4 in overtime. The biggest story? Toronto got revenge for Auston Matthews after Radko Gudas’ March 12th hit, with Max Domi dropping the gloves just 3 seconds in and the Leafs sending a message all night long. Plus, the boys dive deeper into the Brad Treliving firing. Terry Koshan of the Tor...

Terry Koshan, who covers the Leafs for the Toronto Sun, joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down a chaotic Monday for the Maple Leafs. Koshan weighs in on the team’s response to Radko Gudas, including Max Domi stepping up early, calling it a bit over the top—but praising Toronto’s overall effort in Anaheim. That performance raises a bigger question: where has that intensity been all s...

NHL insider David Pagnotta joins Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to break down the news of the Toronto Maple Leafs firing GM Brad Treliving. From the timing of the move to what it means for the organization moving forward, Pagnotta provides insight on what led to the decision and what’s next in Toronto. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOU...

Nick Alberga, Dan Riccio,Zack Phillips, David Pagnotta, and Jay Rosehill with the latest on the Maple Leafs relieving Brad Treliving of his duties. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/  Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and m...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by HHOFer Chris Pronger for a no-holds-barred conversation on the Maple Leafs. Pronger weighs in on Toronto’s first game against Radko Gudas following the knee-on-knee hit that ended Auston Matthews’ season—and doesn’t hold back on his disappointment in the team’s lack of response. Looking ahead to the rematch, he outlines what he expects from the Leafs (...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s ugly 5-1 loss in St. Louis. Then, the focus shifts to Anaheim, as the Leafs gear up for their first meeting with Radko Gudas since March 12th — the night he took out Auston Matthews. How will the Leafs respond? Additionally, the boys dissect the Bruce Cassidy firing in Vegas, & if he would make sense in Toronto —assuming they move on from Cr...

Former NHLer & Home By 3 podcast co-host Jordan Schmaltz joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to dish on all things Leafs. Before diving into Toronto, Schmaltz recapped his experience cranking the siren at a Vegas Golden Knights game on Thursday night. From there, the conversation shifted to Mitch Marner—how he’s looked lately, his first season in Vegas, and the age-old question: who misses...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview a four-game road trip for the Toronto Maple Leafs—and let’s be honest, it’s more about pride than anything at this point. The trip kicks off Saturday night against the St. Louis Blues, with the boys breaking down what (if anything) is still worth watching down the stretch. Plus, former NHLer & Home By 3 co-host Jordan Schmaltz drops by to dish on the Map...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s 4-3 win over the New York Rangers, a game they probably had no business winning—if you’re team tank, that is. Enter Joseph Woll, who slammed the door with a ridiculous 40-save performance to once again derail the draft lottery dreams. Plus, Canadian broadcasting icon Peter Mansbridge stops by to talk about his beloved Maple Leafs, what’s gone wr...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome legendary Canadian news icon Peter Mansbridge to the show for a wide-ranging conversation on his beloved Maple Leafs. Mansbridge doesn’t mince words when asked to write the “headline” for the 2025–26 season: MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT. From there, the discussion dives into who’s ultimately responsible for the mess, how much weight injuries should actually carry, a...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star to break down the Maple Leafs’ surprising 4-2 win in Boston. While the result may not help Toronto’s draft positioning, the guys discuss the team’s strong effort and growing commitment to sticking up for one another—and how that’s resonating. Feschuk weighs in on Easton Cowan’s immediate response to Nikita Zadorov’s que...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s impressive 4-2 win in Boston, highlighted by the team’s immediate and appropriate response to Nikita Zadorov’s hit from behind on John Tavares. Looking ahead, the boys preview the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs return home to host the New York Rangers. Plus, Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star stops by to weigh in on what’s been a los...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill set the stage for Toronto’s trip to Boston to take on the Boston Bruins, though “preview” might be generous given where things stand. The Leafs have been spiralling for a long time, looking like one of the worst teams in the NHL, and the boys don’t sugarcoat it. With it being the annual mentors trip, Rosehill explains what those experiences are really like — even if...

Mike Grinnell from Spittin’ Chiclets joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a spirited, no-holds-barred conversation. Grinnell wastes no time taking a victory lap on last year’s deadline deal that sent Fraser Minten and a first-round pick to Boston for Brandon Carlo, breaking down Minten’s impact and why Bruins fans are loving the move right now. He also offers insight into Boston’s ability to...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down a chaotic weekend for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Toronto dropped a 4-3 OT decision to the Carolina Hurricanes before falling 5-2 to the Ottawa Senators, with the spotlight firmly on the crease. Craig Berube publicly called out Joseph Woll following the Carolina loss, and hours later, Woll was forced back into action after Anthony Stolarz took a William Ny...

Carter Hutton joined Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down a chaotic weekend for the Maple Leafs. The former NHL netminder weighed in on Craig Berube’s pointed postgame comments following the 4-3 OT loss to Carolina—specifically the “we need a save” remark directed at Joseph Woll. Hutton offered a goalie’s perspective on whether that criticism was fair or if it crossed the line, and what...

Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips recap Fan Day festivities for the Toronto Maple Leafs as Troy Stecher's Bernese Mountain dog Phoebe steals the spotlight. They also dive into the latest on Auston Matthews, who underwent successful MCL surgery in New York, with a recovery timeline of approximately 12 weeks—and what it all means for Toronto moving forward. Additionally, the boys unpack Elliotte Frie...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Maple Leafs’ latest roster moves, including the signings of college free agents Vincent Borgesi and Brandon Buhr. They also dive into the decision to hand Artur Akhtyamov a 3-year extension and what it means for the organization moving forward. Plus, the boys discuss the latest from Leafs practice as Toronto gears up to host Carolina on Friday night....

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Pete DeBoer for an in-depth conversation on the state of the Maple Leafs. DeBoer breaks down what he believes has gone wrong in Toronto, weighs in on the Gudas/Matthews knee-on-knee incident and the team’s response, and backs Craig Berube’s handling of the situation. He also dives into the importance of accountability in today’s...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's 3-1 home ice loss against the New York Islanders. Plus, the boys catch up with projected lottery pick and University of North Dakota defenseman Keaton Verhoeff to discuss his season, development, and what lies ahead. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @be...

Projected lottery pick and University of North Dakota blueliner Keaton Verhoeff joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down his journey and what lies ahead. Verhoeff kicked things off by reflecting on his NCAA season and how he’s evaluated his own play, while also looking ahead after his squad’s tough exit in the Frozen Faceoff semifinals. He also touched on his experience representing Ca...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill tee up a St. Patrick’s Day matchup as the Maple Leafs host the Islanders. The spotlight is on Hamilton native Matthew Schaefer, a lifelong Leafs fan who’s set to play his first NHL game in Toronto—with nearly 1,000 family members and friends expected in the building for the special moment. Plus, free agent NHL head coach Dean Evason stops by the show to share his th...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Dean Evason for a loaded conversation. Evason kicks things off by weighing in on the Radko Gudas suspension and the fallout from the knee-on-knee with Auston Matthews. He explains why he felt the punishment was light and shares his candid thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ initial lack of response—plus how he expects his own teams to h...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down an impressive weekend for the Maple Leafs. Despite being without their captain, Toronto picked up three of a possible four points, falling 3–2 in a shootout in Buffalo before bouncing back with a 4–2 win in Minnesota. The boys dive into the strong goaltending that powered the results, as Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz both delivered standout performances...