Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs Force Game 7 after shutting down the Florida Panthers in Game 6. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti do a bonus episode after Toronto kept their season alive with a 2-0 shutout victory. They go through their 3 Stars of the Game looking at  Auston Matthews finally breaking through, Joseph Woll's shutout performance and the defence coming through in a big way. Mike and Dave a...

The Toronto Maple Leafs look to turn the tide in their playoff series against the Florida Panthers in a game that has major implications going forward. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti set the stage for a do-or-die Game 6 for the Leafs. They look at whether we should expect any changes to the lineup and the need for the Leafs to mentally reset. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss what the Le...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked on Mammoth), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to check in on the second round of the playoffs, before talking about some of the newly hired coaches, including Joel Quenneville and Rick Tocchet!   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money...

The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the brink of elimination after a disastrous loss in Game 5.  Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their breakdown of the crushing 6-1 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 as they assess the frustration with the performances of the top stars. Mike and Dave try to find something positive to take from the game, then dive into the bad and ugly, including Mitch Marn...

Which Toronto Maple Leafs need to step up in Game 5 against the Florida Panthers? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at potential lineup changes and whether Craig Berube is downplaying an illness in the Leafs' locker room. Mike and Dave then provide their ranking of the five players with the most pressure to deliver a standout performance in Game 5 with some obvious names at the top of the l...

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back on the ice preparing for Game 5 against the Florida Panthers and there was one player who made his way back on the ice. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss Anthony Stolarz getting some work in before practice but stress why it's too early to be thinking about him returning at this point. They also discuss Max Domi getting a fine and why they didn't expect...

Can the Toronto Maple Leafs bounce back after a disappointing Game 4 loss to the Florida Panthers? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at the Leafs losing their 2-0 series advantage over the Panthers after losing both games in Florida, and put a spotlight on Auston Matthews' lacklustre performance, but also explain why he wasn't the only passenger. Mike and Dave look at the Good, Bad & Ugly w...

The Toronto Maple Leafs will look to add to their series lead over the Panthers as their second-round series shifts to Florida. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the position the Leafs find themselves in, the pushback they should expect from the Panthers, and if Joseph Will has a chance to seize the crease. Mike and Dave then dive into the struggles of Sergei Bobrovsky in...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to talk about the back to back Game 7 comebacks in Round 1 of the NHL playoffs, the Sam Bennett incident vs the Maple Leafs, the upcoming second round series’, and the shock that everyone had with the New York Islanders and Uta...

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in their second-round series. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the Leafs' impressive, resilient play in the game and how they are embracing what it takes to win. Mike and Dave then shift and spotlight standout performances from William Nylander, Max Pacioretty and the blue line...

The Toronto Maple Leafs will look to take a 2-0 series lead over the Florida Panthers in Game 2 but there was some new in the aftermath of the Sam Bennett hit on Anthony Stolarz.  David Morassutti is joined by Frank Stanisci to discuss the NHL's decision not to suspend Sam Bennett after his controversial hit on Stolarz and why it shouldn't be surprising. Dave and Frank then look at Craig Berube's...

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a thrilling Game 1 victory over the Florida Panthers but there are some obvious concerns after Anthony Stolarz was forced to leave with an injury. David Morassutti is joined by Frank Stanisci and Griff Bordignon to look at what the Leafs did well to earn the victory and how they had to collect themselves after losing Stolarz and the Panthers trying to get under their...

With Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs ready for puck drop, the Toronto Maple Leafs look for redemption against the Florida Panthers in a series that promises to bring the intensity. David Morassutti is joined by Armando Velez from Locked on Panthers to look at the big storylines  heading into the series. They shift their focus to key players to keep an eye on, including Auston Matthews and Serg...

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get set for Game 1 , can they find a way to prevail over the Florida Panthers in their playoff showdown? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti get you set for the series opener as they look at the challenge ahead of the Leafs. Mike and Dave look at factors that provide optimism for Toronto in Round 1, including how Matthew Knies can be a factor and trying to take advantage...

Toronto Maple Leafs prevail in Battle of Ontario over Ottawa Senators as their playoff journey continues . Mike Di Stefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs earning a thrilling 4-2 victory over the Senators, propelling them into the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They move on to their 3 Stars of the Game, noting standout performances from Auston Matthews and William...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah Hockey Club), and Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far, plus the 2026 ASG is cancelled, and Vancouver needs a new coach   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your...

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a crucial moment. Will they rise to the occasion or risk a Game 7 showdown? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the feeling around the team and Leafs Nation heading into the game. Mike and Dave give their thoughts on Craig Berube's insights heading into the game, including the role of core players and what he wants to see from the team. To end the show, Mike an...

The Toronto Maple Leafs loss to the Ottawa Senators in Game 5 has magnified the team's inability to close out games to close out a playoff series. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti provide their thoughts on a brutal performance at home, which saw the Leafs get shut out by the Senators and now put them in a tough position heading into Game 6. Mike and Dave look at any sort of positive from the ga...

Can the Toronto Maple Leafs close out their series against the Ottawa Senators? With a 3-1 lead, the Leafs are on the brink of advancing, but history hasn't been kind to them in clinching scenarios. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti explain why the Leafs will need Auston Matthews to step up in a big way if they want to move on. Mike and Dave also dive into John Tavares' response to the hit again...

Is there any reason to be worried after the Toronto Maple Leafs overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on Game 4, including the team's missed opportunities and the impact of John Tavares' absence. Mike and Dave look at the Good, Bad & Ugly from the game, highlighting Matthew Knies' big-time goal, the brutal start and the power play fizzling a...

The Toronto Maple Leafs re on the brink of advancing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs taking a commanding 3-0 series lead and what they have seen from the team to be in this position. Mike and Dave give their thoughts on another strong performance from the "Core Four." M...

The Toronto Maple Leafs look to add to their series lead as the series shifts to Ottawa for Game 3. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss why the Leafs need to be prepared for a more desperate Senators team. Mike and Dave then look at the underlying numbers in the series and why it hasn't played against the Leafs in this series. Mike and Dave discuss whether Toronto should consider lineup ch...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far and which playoff rivalry is the best rivalry, before taking a quick lo...

The Toronto Maple Leafs clinched a 3-2 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators as Max Domi was able to come through with a big-time goal. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the Leafs' OT thriller and securing a 2-0 series lead. They spotlight Anthony Stolarz's stellar goaltending and Domi's game-winning goal. They also look at the rough stretch for the team in the game, b...

Can the Toronto Maple Leafs continue their momentum against the Ottawa Senators in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti give their thoughts on the lineup changes the team is making with Pontus Holmberg joining John Tavares and William Nylander on the second line and Max Domi moving back to the third line. Mike and Dave look at adjustments the team will need to ma...