Leafs Talk

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down Team Canada's final two preliminary games over the weekend, and the biggest storylines heading into the knockout round. The guys discuss Macklin Celebrini's breakout tournament at 19 years old, Tom Wilson dropping the gloves against France, the goalie conversation between Jordan Binnington and Logan Thompson, and the decision to be made about who should come out of the lineup for Brad Marchand in the Quarterfinal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis and Sam McKee banter about what makes Olympic hockey so special and the biggest winners from Canada's first men's game; how Doug Armstrong's selection of Tom Wilson impacts the team, Macklin Celebrini's impressive debut, Mitch Marner credit, and Jordan Binnington's statement. JD and Sam's biggest loser: Maple Leafs fans. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs head into the NHL's Olympic break on a three-game win streak after taking down the Oilers 5-2 in Edmonton. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss what this streak means for the Leafs' direction as they approach the deadline, a much-needed stellar outing for Anthony Stolarz, the team's play without Morgan Rielly in the lineup, Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid's reserved play ahead of the Olympics, and Bobby McMann's Oilers audition. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs make it back-to-back wins on their Western Conference road trip as they take down the Flames 4-2 in Calgary. JD Bunkis and Frank Crupi break down the game and discuss William Nylander's dominant performance, Joseph Woll building momentum before the break, what this winning stretch means for the Leafs as they get closer to the trade deadline, and why now is the perfect time to move Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Later, they share their levels of hope with one game to go before the Olympic break. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs snap their six-game losing skid with a 3-2 shootout win over the Canucks in Vancouver. Sam McKee and Anthony Petrielli break down the game and discuss the Canucks' play after 'bottoming out' and whether the Leafs are ready to go down that route. Then, they discuss the Leafs' apparent boost after Morgan Rielly's exit, the decision to start Marshall Rifai over Simon Benoit, a bounce-back performance for Joseph Woll, Auston Matthews' shootout redemption after a missed penalty shot in OT, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 5-2 to the Kraken in Seattle to kick off their road trip. Sam McKee and Ailish Forfar break down the game and discuss what comes next for Brad Treliving and the Leafs as they head into the Olympic break, Anthony Stolarz still shaking off rust, effort level becoming a larger issue and why Craig Berube should start prioritising player development when it comes to ice times. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 7-4 to the Buffalo Sabres as they fall further from the playoff picture. Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss why the loss may be a blessing in disguise, why now is the time for the Leafs to sell, and the team's lack of emotion in a crucial game on Darryl Sittler night. Then, they get into the talent discrepancy between the two teams' defence corps, Auston Matthews' future, and whether the Leafs can follow the Bruins' re-tool blueprint. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 4-1 to the Colorado Avalanche, stretching the losing streak to four games. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss another uninspired start, how this recent stretch might define the Leafs' season, a step back for Joseph Woll, the power play falling back on bad habits, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs lose 6-3 to the Vegas Golden Knights at home as they get swept in the season series. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the multiple levels of embarrassment in the second straight loss against Mitch Marner. They get into the flat start, a rough first frame for Auston Matthews, the decision to start Anthony Stolarz fresh off injury, Marner's reception, Scott Laughton's ice time and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Toronto Maple Leafs fall 2-1 in overtime to the Red Wings at home as Detroit completes the season series sweep. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' lack of urgency late in a tied game, Easton Cowan's bad look in overtime, Scott Laughton's fumbled penalty shot and Joseph Woll's bounce-back game. Then, they take a bigger picture look at the importance of the Leafs' pre-Olympic break stretch, and share their thoughts on Patrick Kane's U.S.-born record chase. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.