Leafs Morning Take

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome free agent veteran head coach Peter Laviolette to Leafs Morning Take for an interview that essentially doubles as a job interview for Toronto’s vacant head coaching position. Laviolette shares his reaction to the firing of Craig Berube, explains why the Maple Leafs job is one of the most intriguing openings in hockey, and compares the pressure and spotlight...

Bruce Boudreau joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to react to the Leafs’ decision to fire Craig Berube, sharing his surprise that Toronto moved on so quickly and suggesting he expected the organization to take more time before making a change. Boudreau dives into what may have changed behind the scenes, including the possibility that John Chayka and Mats Sundin spoke with players about their co...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill react to the firing of Craig Berube by the Toronto Maple Leafs. The boys break down what led to the decision, what it means for the future of the franchise, and who could be next behind Toronto’s bench. Plus, they discuss some intriguing replacement candidates and what direction the organization should take moving forward. Also, NHL Insider David Pagnotta drops by t...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome NHL insider David Pagnotta to break down the firing of Craig Berube in Toronto. He discusses how the decision came together behind the scenes, the role the players may have played in the process, and where the Maple Leafs go from here as the search for a new head coach begins. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dive into the uncertainty surrounding Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube and superstar Auston Matthews, while discussing the news of Shane Doan mutually parting ways with the organization. Plus, former Leafs GM Brian Burke joins the show to weigh in on the draft lottery fallout, the additions of John Chayka and Mats Sundin, and much more. 🚨 Subscribe to Le...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Brian Burke for a conversation on the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Burke shares his thoughts on Auston Matthews and why he believes the Leafs captain still wants to stay in Toronto. He also weighs in on the draft lottery and what landing the No. 1 pick could mean for the franchise —calling it a complete game changer. Burke explains why he would a...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta recap all the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The guys also break down the Toronto Marlies advancing to the AHL North Division Final after outlasting the Laval Rocket 3-2 in their best-of-five series. Plus, they weigh in on Craig Berube, Auston Matthews, and all the latest surrounding what the Toronto Maple Leafs are up to as another pivotal offseason contin...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs and discuss the news that Joseph Woll is heading to the World Championship to represent Team USA—leading into a bigger conversation about the Maple Leafs’ goaltending situation moving forward. The guys also react to Pierre LeBrun’s report that newly hired Leafs executive John Chayka is set to meet with both Auston...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by former MLSE President & CEO Richard Peddie for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, pressure, and the evolving landscape of running one of the biggest sports conglomerates in North America. Peddie offers perspective on Keith Pelley and the challenges that come with the role in today’s social media-driven world, while discussing the balance be...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down the latest around the Stanley Cup Playoffs and discuss the NHL’s massive $8.5 million salary cap increase — and why it could be huge news for the Maple Leafs moving forward. The guys also continue to dissect Toronto’s stunning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery victory and what landing the No. 1 overall pick means for the future of the franchise. Plus, Denver head...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta are joined by David Carle fresh off another National Championship at University of Denver. He reflects on life over the past month, the challenges of recruiting in today’s college hockey landscape, player development, and navigating the transfer portal era. Carle also breaks down what separates elite college players from those who can step right into the NHL and m...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap a big night for the Maple Leafs as they won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery and secured the No. 1 overall pick. With “Lucky No. 12” delivering, the guys break down the moment, the reaction, and what landing the top pick means for the organization heading into June’s NHL Draft. Plus, Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons stops by to weigh in on the significance of the...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome in Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons for a wide-ranging conversation on a massive few days for the Maple Leafs. Simmons reacts to Toronto winning the draft lottery, calling it a “fantastic” break for a team and fanbase that desperately needed some positive momentum. He dives into the significance of landing the No. 1 pick, how it injects a premium asset in...

Bryan Hayes, host of TSN’s OverDrive , joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest developments surrounding the Maple Leafs. Hayes shares his biggest takeaways from the Chayka–Sundin introductory press conference, noting that both Keith Pelley and John Chayka came across noticeably nervous, while Mats Sundin appeared calm and composed. He admits to being skept...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill tee up a massive night for the Maple Leafs as they preview the NHL Draft Lottery. After finishing with the 5th-worst record, the stakes couldn’t be higher — with a 41.9% chance Toronto misses out on a top-five pick and sends their first-rounder to Boston. The guys break down all the scenarios, what’s on the line, and how this could shape the franchise moving forward...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill react to the blockbuster news out of Toronto, as the Toronto Maple Leafs officially name John Chayka as General Manager and bring franchise icon Mats Sundin back into the fold as Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations. The guys break down their initial reactions, what this new-look front office could mean for the organization moving forward, and whether this...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down a wild night in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as two perennial contenders, Edmonton and Dallas, were both sent packing. They also unpack the latest on the Maple Leafs’ ongoing GM search, where all signs continue to point toward a potential Sundin–Chayka pairing at the top of the organization. Meantime, Elliotte Friedman reports that the Leafs did request permi...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by The Athletic’s James Mirtle for a wide-ranging breakdown of the Maple Leafs’ ongoing GM search and the latest intel surrounding the process. Mirtle confirms reporting from Elliotte Friedman that Toronto did, in fact, request permission from Tampa Bay to speak with Julien BriseBois during their search — a request that was ultimately denied. From there,...

Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill break down the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs before diving into the growing buzz around a potential Sundin–Chayka tandem leading the Toronto front office. They also discuss the reported involvement of Tie Domi, who has strong ties to both candidates. Plus, Mike Rupp joins the show to weigh in on the Leafs’ direction, and everything in between. 🚨 Subscribe to L...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Stanley Cup champion and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp to break down the latest buzz surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs. Rupp weighs in on the growing speculation around a potential Mats Sundin–John Chayka front office combo, explaining why he’s holding off judgment until concrete decisions are made. He dives into what makes Chayka such an intriguing...

Nick Alberga and David Pagnotta are joined by Craig Morgan—who covered John Chayka during his time in Arizona—for a deep dive into Chayka’s potential return to NHL front-office life and what it could mean for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Morgan shares his initial surprise at Chayka’s name resurfacing in GM conversations, noting he once believed Chayka may have been effectively “blackballed” following...

Andy Strickland joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to weigh in on the latest around the Toronto Maple Leafs’ GM search and front office direction. He dives into the growing buzz around a potential Sundin–Chayka partnership in Toronto, while also addressing the question of Mats Sundin’s lack of experience in a role of this magnitude. Strickland then shifts focus to Doug Armstrong—discussing wh...

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down the latest action from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, hitting on all the biggest storylines from around the league. They also dive into the ever-evolving Leafs GM search, including Elliotte Friedman’s report that if Mats Sundin says yes, Toronto could be looking at a Sundin–Chayka front office combo. Later, Andy Strickland (Cam & Strick Podcast) joins th...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Pierre McGuire for a loaded conversation on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Pierre offers his overall read on the team’s ongoing GM search, stressing the importance of clearly defined roles across the organization. He weighs in on the idea of Mats Sundin potentially sitting atop the front office, noting he has no issue with it—but emphasizes just how demandin...

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down all the action from Monday night’s two games in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, diving into the biggest storylines and standout performances. From there, the focus shifts to Toronto’s ongoing front office search, as the Maple Leafs continue to wait on an answer from Mats Sundin—who’s currently back home in Sweden mulling over how involved he wants to be. Later...