Feb. 25: Danny Green and Mike Babcock backlash

Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ 2-1 overtime win against Calgary and William Nylander’s two-goal performance. Alvin Williams, former Raptors guard and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on Nick Nurse’s decision to bench Pascal Siakam during the fourth quarter of Wednesday night’s loss in Miami and Kyle Lowry’s future (30:54). Odds Shark sports analyst Joe Osborne stops by to share his favourite picks for tonight’s slate in the NBA and NHL (45:47). Former NHL forward Marc Savard weighs in on Mike Babcock’s reputation around the NHL, the Maple Leafs’ recent power play struggles, and Auston Matthews’ nagging wrist injury (1:12:58). Philadelphia 76ers guard Danny Green discusses his time in Toronto, winning back-to-back titles with the Raptors and Lakers, Fred VanVleet being omitted from the All-Star Game, and the Sixers’ strong start to the season (1:38:56). Sportsnet NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman stops by to chat about his reaction to Babcock’s interview with Christine Simpson and the Maple Leafs’ interest in pursuing another top six forward (2:04:16). 

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