Sticks in the 6ix

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we welcome Brock Otten to the show as we dive in deeper on the Toronto Maple Leafs 2026 NHL Draft class, their rebuilding of their prospect pool and more. We also discuss the Leo Carlsson offer sheet and how that plays out for the Flyers and Ducks. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbess @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksi...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the moves made by John Chayka and the Maple Leafs leading up to July 1, the free agent signings by the Maple Leafs and take a look at the league as free agent frenzy takes shape for the 2026 NHL offseason. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbess @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok:...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the offseason trades so far, including Brady Tkachuk and William Eklund, the return of Mike Babcock to an NHL bench and what all the trades mean for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the 2026 NHL Draft. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbess @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksi...

On this episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss John Chayka trading Joseph Woll, the Maple Leafs introducing Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history and the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbess @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presenting Par...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the recent NHL Combine in Buffalo, break down some of the standouts and discuss the likelihood that Gavin McKenna is the first overall pick. We also look at the potential that the Maple Leafs hire Joe Pavelski as the next head coach for the organization. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Ins...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss Mitch Marner's run to the Stanley Cup Final with the Vegas Golden Knights, straighten out the rumours around Auston Matthews and make the case for Ivar Stenberg as the number one pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok:...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the Maple Leafs coaching hunt, how it's taken them to the University of Denver and David Carle and the coaching debacle in Vegas with Bruce Cassidy.  YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix **Go to DraftKings and sign up using pro...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we break down some possible scenarios for the 2026 NHL Draft with the Maple Leafs picking first overall. We also discuss the breaking news that the team will not be bringing back Craig Berube for the 2026-27 season. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we look at the recent hirings for the Toronto Maple Leafs of Mats Sundin and John Chayka, what it means for the organization moving forward and the controversial press conference that followed. We all discuss the Maple Leafs' draft lottery win and what the team should do with the 2026 first overall pick. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBarac...

This week, on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss some playoff hockey, the upsets in the cards and more. We also welcome special guest, director and journalist Steve Paikin to the show to discuss his latest documentary feature entitled, Frozen in Time: The Bill Barilko Story, the vanishing Maple Leaf and a dark time in the franchise's history. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBar...

On this week's episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the NHL playoff picture, what happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs this season and how Keith Pelley's involvement in the decision-making process may have led to the demise of the team in 2025-26. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we look at the state of the Maple Leafs. We discuss their search for a new general manager and president of hockey operations, while breaking down whether they should do a full rebuild or a simple retool. With that, we look at what's next for William Nylander and Auston Matthews. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @h...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the unusual timing of Brad Treliving's firing, the Keith Pelley press conference that followed giving fans little to no comfort and what this means for the future of the team. We also discuss John Tortorella's appointment in Vegas and how the playoff picture is starting to take shape. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @St...

On this special episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the Auston Matthews injury, the Radko Gudas hit and the response of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Department of Player Safety and the rest of the hockey world. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presenting Partne...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we breakdown in depth what happened at the NHL Trade Deadline for the Maple Leafs. We look at the three moves they made, what they got in return and what that should mean for the future of GM Brad Treliving. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksin...

On this episode of the Sticks in the 6ix podcast, we discuss the disappointing trade deadline for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the assets they moved out - including Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann. We also welcome Olympic medalist and Toronto Sceptres star, Emma Maltais to the show to discuss the Olympics, women's hockey and her new initiative 'Her Signature Moment.' YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we look ahead to the NHL Trade Deadline. Which Maple Leafs are on the move? Will it be Bobby McMann or Nicolas Roy? Steven Lorentz or somebody else? We also welcome THPN's Kyle Manifold on to give us his take and get some notes on his Calgary Flames. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticks...

On this episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we take a look ahead at the 2026 NHL Draft, how Gavin McKenna's off-ice issues have affected his draft stock and dive into the Maple Leafs' use of Eason Cowan with special guest Brock Otten. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Pres...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we look back on Auston Matthews' gold medal run at the 2026 Winter Olympics, his return to the Toronto Maple Leafs and where the team goes from here. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presenting Partner: Indie Alehouse (@indiealehouse)...

On this episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we break down what's happened at the Olympics to this point, Canada's loss in the gold medal game on the women's side and prepare for a showdown with the U.S. in the gold medal game on the men's side. We discuss Auston Matthews' leadership, Mitch Marner's heroics and more. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @ho...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss Anthony Stolarz's first win since November, his return to the lineup, William Nylander's return and what he means to the Maple Leafs and whether the team might be better off without Morgan Rielly. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksin...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we look at the Maple Leafs abysmal home stand, discuss what they should do as we approach the NHL Trade Deadline and look at whether or not Matthews' leadership should be in question. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presenting Partne...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss Mitch Marner's return to Toronto, we get some reaction on how the fans received the former Maple Leafs and discuss Scott Laughton and Craig Berube's comments following another loss by the team. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe...

This week on Sticks in the 6ix, we discuss the Maple Leafs recent successes against the Colorado Avalanche, their loss to Utah and preparing for a reuniting with Mitch Marner in Vegas. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presenting Partner: Indie Alehouse (@indiealehou...

On this week's episode of Sticks in the 6ix, we look at Auston Matthews' recent resurgence on the offensive end, Chris Tanev likely being out for the season and the Maple Leafs new powerplay coach - former Leaf Steve Sullivan. YouTube: @sticksinthe6ix @THPN Twitter: @AndrewGForbes @PBaracchini @StixInThe6ixPod @hockeypodnet Instagram: @sticksinthe6ixpod @hockeypodnet TikTok: @sticksinthe6ix Presen...