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For the final show of the season, Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee start by listening back to Sergei Bobrovsky's introductory press conference before welcoming in former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (8:40) for one last Off-the-Rails Friday! They react to the Flyers tendering a record-setting offer sheet to Leo Carlsson, the Leafs' free agent additions, what the playoff picture might loo...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue to recap the movement around the NHL, including the Washington Capitals bringing Alex Ovechkin back on a one-year deal. Then, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (10:00) joins the show to discuss the Darnell Nurse trade, the new goalie room with Devon Levi and Freddie Andersen joining Tristan Jarry, and what he expects from Mike Babcock in his first year...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back at day one of NHL Free Agency, including the Maple Leafs' moves, winger Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning for goaltender Dennis Hildeby, Florida Panthers choosing Jacob Markström in net via trade over re-signing new Leafs netminder Sergei Bobrovsky, and the risk factors for Toronto bringing in the 37-year-old. Then, Maple Leafs' General Mana...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue their Free Agency Day coverage, beginning with the Maple Leafs reportedly signing Sergei Bobrovsky. They discuss what the two-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie brings to Toronto and the terms of his contract before discussing where Darnell Nurse might land, Ivan Demidov's extension, and which extension-eligible player -- between Quinn Hughes, Cale M...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin their NHL Free Agency special reacting to former Edmonton Oilers' centreman Jack Roslovic and Vegas Golden Knights centreman Colton Sissons joining the Toronto Maple Leafs, if Easton Cowan would be included in a deal for defenseman Zach Werenski instead of Matthew Knies, Quinn Hughes's next contract extension, if Sergei Bobrovsky would gel well with...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with their reaction to the Florida Panthers trading for Jacob Markström and Akira Schmid, making Sergei Bobrovsky available when the free agency market opens on Wednesday. They discuss Bobrovsky's potential fit in Toronto before welcoming Andy Strickland (12:37) from the Cam & Strick Podcast. They discuss where Jordan Binnington might land, whethe...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the second hour discussing Detroit Red Wings' general manager Steve Yzerman's comments on the Dylan Larkin situation before looking back at the NHL Draft, including Ivar Stenberg vs. Gavin McKenna, and Caleb Malhotra getting drafted to play under his dad with the Vancouver Canucks. Then, Sportsnet's and 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman (13:28) weighs i...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the final week of Season 5 with a look back on Team Canada's historic win in the knockout stage of the World Cup! Then, they reflect on the draft, the Leafs nabbing Gavin McKenna first overall, Matthew Knies' market, the Zach Werenski sweepstakes, and whether the Leafs rushed the Brandon Carlo trade. Then, they react to Troy Stecher signing a two-...

Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne ahead of Round One of the NHL Draft (4:05). Mac weighs in on the Panthers' improvements, where Sergei Bobrovsky will land, Dallas' plan for Jason Robertson after he declined Seattle's mega-deal, why Columbus needs to hang on to Zach Werenski, and the trend of American stars pushing their way off Canadian team...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin their NHL Draft day show discussing if Gavin McKenna is still the front runner for the 2026 first overall pick over Ivar Stenberg, how McKenna can potentially impact the next chapter for the Toronto Maple Leafs if selected, before shifting their attention to Matthew Knies trade rumours and a potential three-way deal which involved Dallas Stars' Jason...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open with the latest buzz around Zach Werenski, with teams including the Maple Leafs monitoring his situation in Columbus. Then, Jim Hiller, head coach of the Leafs, joins the show (11:15) to discuss the process of rejoining the team after seven years away, Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto, his coaching philosophy, and how he plans to deploy Auston Matthe...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with their thoughts on the Sabres trade that sent Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks for the fourth-overall pick. Then, they discuss whether Buffalo's next move will be for Connor Hellebuyck, Alex Tuch being traded to Washington with an eight-year extension, rumours around reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski, and the latest on Matthew K...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open today's show with thoughts on Mike Babcock's introduction in Edmonton as the team's next head coach. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins the conversation to break some news of Šimon Nemec's trade to the Calgary Flames. David details New Jersey's return the deal, the latest on Matthew Knies' trade market, the array of high-end talent available be...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week by reacting to the Ottawa Senators' decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. They share their thoughts on the Senators' return, the trend of American players pushing away from Canadian teams, and the pressure on Steve Staios to make another big move. Then, the newest Maple Leafs defenceman, Darren Raddysh (14:45), joins the s...

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the hiring, why the Leafs didn't choose Bruce Cassidy, Hiller's relationship with Auston Matthews, and what he brings to the team from a tactical standpoint. Then, they go around the league to talk about some of the early offseason buzz, inclu...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the news of the Maple Leafs trading goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers for goaltender Samuel Ersson, defenceman Emil Andrae and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, Woll's legacy with the Toronto hockey club, if Andrae can help as an undersized, young defenceman, before hearing from general manager J...

The Carolina Hurricanes have defeated the Vegas Golden Knights in six games to win the Stanley Cup! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the final game, what went wrong for Vegas, the Canes' path to the Cup, the coverage around Mitch Marner, and the next steps for the Golden Knights. Then, they discuss the Hurricanes' roster construction, John Tortorella's future, and the series'...

Guest host Gord Stellick is in for Nick Kypreos, joining Justin Bourne and Sam McKee following the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help break it down, former NHL President, GM, and head coach Doug MacLean (8:41) joins the guys for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his takeaways from Game 5 and discusses Rod Brind'Amour's impact, John Tortorella's goal...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Knicks' historic comeback in the NBA Finals before welcoming in three-time Stanley Cup champion, Mr. Game 7, Justin Williams (11:28). They discuss Carolina's depth, Brandon Bussi's play, the top line's struggles, and Jordan Staal's leadership ahead of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on report...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the latest on the Oilers and their reported pursuit of Mike Babcock as head coach, with the NHLPA requesting that the league open its investigation into his Columbus tenure. Then, they look back on Carolina's Game 4 win over the Golden Knights to knot up the Stanley Cup Final, Brandon Bussi's performance in net, and whether Vegas should consider...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the news out of Edmonton as the Oilers seem poised to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (8:25), stops by to help tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. He breaks down the first three games by the numbers, why Carolina should turn to Brandon Bussi,...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Vegas' dramatic win over Carolina in Game 3 to go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Mitch Marner's hat trick, why he's found more playoff success with the Knights than with the Leafs, Vegas' blown four-goal lead, whether Brandon Bussi's relief appearance earned him the start in Game 4, and Brayden McNabb's toughness. Then, they dis...

Justin Bourne is back for the Friday edition, and he shares some stories from the draft combine in Buffalo with Nick Kypreos. Then, they recap Carolina's Game 2 win to even up the Stanley Cup Final before welcoming in former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:07) for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac weighs in on Carolina's comeback, John Tortorella's costly challenge, Dylan Larkin's trade r...

Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help tee it up, the Athletic's Jesse Granger joins the show (5:31) to share his impressions of Game 1, John Tortorella's impact, how William Karlsson's return balances Vegas' lineup, and the team's confidence in Carter Hart. Then, Nick, Gord and Sam react to Dylan L...

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Golden Knights' win over the Hurricanes to open the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Shea Theodore's bounce-back after an early mistake, John Tortorella's effective timeout, and the Hurricanes' top line running out of time to get going. Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson joins the show (11:10) to share his thoughts on Game 1, Vega...