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What a day of hockey! Justin and Mike try to fight off their hockey hangovers to worship at the feet of Thatcher Demko while tackling the Canucks’ defeat the hands of the Golden Knights first before appreciating the narrative armageddon that was avoided had Michael Hutchinson managed to drag Colorado into the Western Conference Final over the Dallas Stars. PLUS, the boys then wrap things up by tee...

There’s a lot to talk about here, folks. Justin and Mike do their best to break down one of the most unprecedented weeks in sports, beginning with the NHL players’ landmark demonstration of unity in response to the senseless shooting of Jacob Blake, and how that may point towards a brighter future. As well, the boys pay their respects to the Bruins’ dearly departed season, debate whether or not th...

It’s trade season, baby! The Leafs shocked the world today with an unexpected move to deal Kasperi Kapanen to the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Justin and Mike have all the analysis you crave. Who did the Leafs get back? How did they make out in the trade? Where does the team go from here? All those questions and more will be answered in today’s Emergency Pod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

The second round of the playoffs are finally here, and Justin and Mike have all the analysis you desperately crave. The boys break down the trio of eliminations games from Friday, discuss where the Flame, Habs and Blues go from here and tee up the matchups in what should be an exhilarating second round. PLUS, the guys condemn Mike Milbury’s horrifically sexist comments and plead for the NHL to all...

The first round is coming to an end and so is the 2019-20 season for a number of teams. Justin and Mike break down what was behind the Hurricanes, Blue Jackets and Coyotes’ exits from the playoffs and discuss where each team can go moving forward. PLUS, the boys revel in the hatred shared between the Flyers and Habs and debate which remaining Canadian team has the best shot at the Cup. Hosted on A...

The first round of the NHL Playoffs is finally in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited. Justin and Mike break down all that has happened in a wild week including the Montreal Canadiens’ miracle run, how Vancouver has turned into one of the most intriguing teams in the postseason, & what they’re most excited to see moving forward. PLUS, the boys break down Tuukka Rask's decision to leave...

The Leafs are heading home early after yet another disappointing season, but not before offering some words to the media first! Justin and Mike unpack everything that was said during year-end availabilities and discuss Kyle Dubas’ staunch defence of Cody Ceci, Mitch Marner admitted lack of engagement, and the belief from the team that they are on the precipice of success. PLUS, the boys relive the...

Well, they did it again. The Maple Leafs’ season is over as Toronto drops another elimination game in heartbreaking fashion and enters an offseason filled with questions. Justin and Mike try to answer a few of those, such as what the team does with Mitch Marner, if Frederik Andersen’s days as a Leaf are numbered, which pieces are moving out, and much more. PLUS: with postseason failure comes draft...

What a game! Justin and Mike break down the non-stop thrill ride that was the Leafs’ game four performance and discuss the origins of the third period comeback, the culprits of the deficit that lead them there, and much more. PLUS, the boys take a trip around the NHL on a day of elimination games to figure out how the 12 seeds have managed to knock off their favoured opponents Hosted on Acast. See...

Justin Cuthbert assesses the damage after Pierre-Luc Dubois and the Columbus Blue Jackets heap onto the Maple Leafs playoff misery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dominating the game, but working hard in order to seize the victory, the ideal scenario was playing out for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of their qualification round with the Columbus Blue Jackets. But then Jake Muzzin went down, and to be stretchered off the ice, diminishing the importance of their response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hockey is back! The Maple Leafs, unfortunately, did not get the memo. Justin and Mike break down a disappointing game 1 effort as Toronto’s stars fail to show up for their first taste of Stanley Cup Qualifier action. Plus, the boys take a trip around the NHL to recap the weekend’s other series’ and discuss the powerful actions taken by Matt Dumba to further the Black Lives Matter movement Hosted o...

On this week’s episode, Justin Cuthbert is joined by former Leaf Darcy Tucker, to discuss the release of his film “Hockey 24”, debuting on May 24, 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have news! On this week's episode, Justin and Mike discuss the Maple Leafs' surprising signing of Mikko Lehtonen, how his arrival impacts the blue line, what this means for the other defencemen, and more. Plus, the boys delve into what might be the worst Leafs "All-Time Lineup" ever and debate the NHL's curious decision to seemingly hold the 2020 Entry Draft BEFORE the playoffs. Hosted on Acast...

With no sports currently on the table, it's time for a blast to the past! On this episode, Justin and Mike dive deep into one of the most divisive segments of Leafs history: the Mike Babcock Era. The boys cover everything in near-excruciating detail: from Babcock's glorious arrival in 2015, to all of the game seven heartbreaks, his messy exit four years later and everything in between. Buckle up,...

Could sports be coming back as soon as this summer? It seems like a possibility. Justin and Mike discuss Dr. Fauci's guidelines on how organized sports can return in a safe fashion and break down whether or not they are actually feasible. PLUS, the boys have a little fun and go head-to-head in a draft to choose the best Leafs core for the next 5 years. Stay safe out there! Hosted on Acast. See aca...

It’s another Leafs Re Watch! This time, Justin and Mike travel back to May 4th, 2002 to take in some Leafs vs Sens playoff hockey. With Mats Sundin out and a good chunk of the roster injured too, it was up to the depth players to carry the load. The boys break down Gary Roberts’ 3OT winner, Darcy Tucker’s brilliance, Curtis Joseph’s chaotic glory, and the legend of Karel Pilar. Hosted on Acast. Se...

It's an all-news edition of Live Laugh Leafs! Justin and Mike cover all of the NHL's recent upates including the postponement of the Draft, Scouting Combine and Awards Show due to the COVID-19 pandemic and how that impacts the league's plans to eventually resume. Then, the boys lay into Jeremy Jacobs for declining to pay his employees during a global pandemic, debate the draft lottery tournament i...

It's a blast from the past! On today's episode, Justin and Mike venture back to the year 2006 to re-watch the game Mats Sundin scored his 500th career goal. They delve into the nitty gritty of a thoroughly weird era in Leafs history: the wasted potential of Kyle Wellwood, the dominance of the Bryan McCabe-Tomas Kaberle pairing, the incredibly random line combinations and, of course, Mats Sundin an...

Are you ready to talk some hockey? I know we are! School is officially out (for now), which means it's time for some report cards. Justin and Mike come at you from their bunkers with grades and evaluations for every single Maple Leaf, from the A's all the way down to the D's. Who finished at the top of their class? Who will try to hide their report card from their parents? Listen to find out! Host...

Greetings from the bunker! Justin and Mike come to you in the midst of their social distancing to provide updates on all things NHL. How does the CDC's recommendation to ban all large gatherings for 60 days impact the league's return? Will the proposed 24-team play-in tournament preserve the integrity of the Stanley Cup? Will Jeremy Jacobs and the Boston Bruins eventually be shamed into paying the...

Welcome to the daily podcast era! For the next little while, Live Laugh Leafs will be coming at you every day with updates regarding the NHL's handling of the COVID-19 situation and the future of the league. On today's episode, Justin and Mike break down Gary Bettman's optimistic statement about the NHL's return to action, the potential health risks posed by a shortened offseason, and then finally...

It's a podcast we never thought we'd have to do. Due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 virus, the NHL suspended the regular season on Thursday morning for precautionary reasons. Justin and Mike try to grapple with the situation and discuss what a potentially hockey-less few months might look like, while also charting a course ahead. Stay safe out there, friends! We're all in this together. Hos...

Who are the Toronto Maple Leafs? We don’t know! Mere days after getting swept by the three worst teams in the Western Conference, the Leafs came back home on Tuesday night and promptly bounced the juggernaut Tampa Bay Lightning. Justin and Mike delve into everything about the game: Morgan Rielly’s return, Frederik Andersen’s resurgence, the new media access rules, and much more!  Hosted on Ac...

We made it! The Leafs finished off their California road trip on Friday night with a third straight loss, but the real winner is you, the fan, for sticking with them throughout it all. Justin and Mike break down Toronto's loss to the flailing Ducks by attempting to figure out just what exactly is wrong with them. Why does Mitch Marner look so mortal? Why can't a team of offensive superstars score...