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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne talk all things Maple Leafs and NHL! Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 3-4 PM ET.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 50min
Leafs Hour: Berube's Slumping System
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' late-night 4-3 shootout win over the Utah Hockey Club on Monday night. They discuss the Leafs' recent lack of commanding wins, questionable officiating, Simon Benoit's fight, defensive struggles with Chris Tanev out of the lineup, Calle Jarnkrok's fit in the top six and much more. Later, Leafs radio colour analyst Jim Ralph (31:30) weighs in on where the team stands after the deadline, their ceiling this season, and why Craig Berube's system has become less effective lately.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.

Mar 10, 2025 • 50min
The Present & Future in Utah with UHC Owner Ryan Smith
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the hour with a chat about Patrik Allvin's comments on Brock Boeser trade negotiations after the deadline. Utah Hockey Club owner Ryan Smith (5:41) joins the show ahead of his squad's matchup against the Leafs tonight to discuss the process of bringing the NHL to Utah, what he's learned from owning both UHC and the Jazz and how he'll approach team spending with the salary cap on the rise. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam revisit Brad Marchand's unceremonious exit from Boston, react live to Aaron Ekblad's 20-game suspension, and weigh in on Rod Brind'Amour's comments on Mikko Rantanen.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.

Mar 10, 2025 • 50min
Leafs Hour: Marner's Future + Debuts in Denver
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week with trade deadline fallout and reports about the Leafs attempting to trade Mitch Marner for Mikko Rantanen. They discuss Marner's comments, how the reports impact his perception and future in Toronto and whether this story will distract the Leafs down the stretch. Later, they look back on the Leafs' 7-4 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday and dig into the forgettable Leafs debuts for deadline additions Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo.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.

Mar 8, 2025 • 49min
Leafs' Deadline Reflection with GM Brad Treliving
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHL President and general manager Doug MacLean (1:15) for a deadline edition of Off-The-Rails Friday! Mac gets into the Mikko Rantanen situation, what Scott Laughton brings to Toronto, the Panthers' last-second swing for Brad Marchand, the Canucks' quiet deadline, whether the Oilers did enough and much more. Later, Leafs GM Brad Treliving (24:38) joins the show to recap his moves today and discuss what Brandon Carlo brings to the blue-line group, the pressure put on by in-division trades and how the day impacts negotiations with Mitch Marner. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the Jets' additions and which teams improved their Cup odds the most on deadline day.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.

Mar 7, 2025 • 50min
Leafs Lose Out on Rantanen + Deadline Recap w/ Elliotte Friedman
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee recap NHL Trade Deadline Day, beginning with Mikko Rantanen who ultimately lands with the Dallas Stars long-term. They discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs involvement in the Rantanen sweepstakes, just how big an offer Toronto put on the table, and why Carolina Hurricanes general manager Eric Tulsky decided to ship the superstar out west instead. The conversation pivots to the Florida Panthers, who acquired Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand in exchange for a conditional first round pick. Nick, Justin, and Sam react to Marchand and Boston's inability to reach a contract extension, the relatively low cost Florida paid for the 16-year veteran, and the Bruins unwillingness to enter trade discussion with Toronto. Then, the trio dissect the Leafs' adding Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo, and whether they kept pace with their divisional rivals. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the show (29:30) after a marathon day breaking trades. Elliotte provides insight on the Rantanen saga, where contract talks broke down between Boston and Marchand, the Ottawa Senators swapping Josh Norris for Dylan Cozens, and 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.

Mar 6, 2025 • 50min
Filtering the Oilers' Needs at the Deadline
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne bring on Oilers analyst Rob Brown (4:46) to discuss the front office's focus ahead of the trade deadline, why they aren't projected to repeat a Stanley Cup Final run with their current roster, who could be moved out, Connor McDavid's post-4 Nations Face-Off slump, and his experience as a former player around the NHL trade deadline. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about Brock Nelson's future with the New York Islanders and whether Brad Marchand played his final games as a Boston Bruin.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.

Mar 6, 2025 • 50min
Leafs Hour: Vanquished in Vegas + Deadline Delay
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the show discussing the Leafs' lack of activity with less than 24 hours to the trade deadline. Then, they look back on the Leafs' 5-2 loss to the Golden Knights in Vegas and get into Joseph Woll's shaky stretch, Matthew Knies' fight, the blue line struggling without Chris Tanev and much more. Later, they chat about the Leafs' interest in Mikko Rantanen and why Knies is the key to a potential deal. Finally, they answer listener questions on a deadline edition of the Leafs Line!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.

Mar 5, 2025 • 50min
Zipping Up Towards the Deadline with Don Waddell
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Don Waddell – President of Hockey Operations and General Manager for the Columbus Blue Jackets to chat about his focus heading towards the 2025 Trade Deadline (5:03). He discusses Dean Evason's tenure as head coach, Mathieu Olivier's contract extension, ongoing negotiations with Ivan Provorov, and much more! Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss why it's important for the Edmonton Oilers to compete for a Stanley Cup while having Connor McDavid on their team and the latest around the Mikko Rantanen sweepstakes.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.

Mar 5, 2025 • 50min
Leafs Hour: Arms Race in the Atlantic
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with their reaction to the Lightning (re)acquiring Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand from the Seattle Kraken as the Atlantic Division improvements begin to put pressure on Brad Treliving. They discuss the remaining difference-makers on the market including Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle, and what the Leafs should be willing to move. Later, Golden Knights reporter Danny Webster (37:19) helps tee up their matchup against the Leafs tonight and projects how Vegas approaches Friday's trade deadline.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.

Mar 4, 2025 • 50min
Vally's View: Toronto's Number One
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome back Steve Valiquette (5:31) to discuss whether he would trade or keep Elias Pettersson, who's performing better by the numbers between Joseph Woll or Anthony Stolarz, and if the Edmonton Oilers need to bolster their goaltending. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about Sidney Crosby's future in Pittsburgh, the prospect of forming a 'Big 3' of Crosby and Brad Marchand alongside Nathan MacKinnon, and Carolina preparing to shop Mikko Rantanen.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.


