Leafs Hour

It’s opening night in the NHL! Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ top storylines heading into the 2021 season. Donald Fehr, Executive Director of the NHLPA, discusses the league’s COVID-19 protocols and the implementation of the Canadian Division. Canadiens colour analyst Marc Denis stops by to chat about Montreal’s improved forward depth, the team’s long standing rivalry with the Maple Leafs, and Carey Price’s timeshare with Jake Allen. Colby Armstrong, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on the NHL’s divisional realignment for this season, Joe Thornton’s fit on the Leafs’ top line, and Auston Matthews’ continued development as a two-way player. 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Steve Dangle, host of The Steve Dangle Podcast, checks in to chat about the Maple Leafs’ expectations heading into the 2021 season and the team’s personnel changes.

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Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ preliminary line machinations, Alex Kerfoot’s importance to the team’s forward depth, and changes on the blue line heading into the 2021 campaign. 

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Marc Savard, former NHL forward and 2011 Stanley Cup champion, chimes in on Joe Thornton’s fit with the Maple Leafs, Alex Kerfoot’s role, and the Leafs’ special teams units. 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Columbus Blue Jackets captain Nick Foligno stops by to chat about the upcoming NHL season, lessons from last summer’s bubble experience, and his new family foundation, The Heart’s Playbook. Jeff Marek, co-host of Hockey Central, chimes in on Team USA’s gold medal victory over Canada and the excitement surrounding the NHL’s new North Division.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Sportsnet Sr. hockey writer Chris Johnston comments on covering Maple Leafs training camp from a remote setting, Joe Thornton being placed on the top line with Auston Matthews & Mitch Marner, how much playing in Europe during the off-season may help “Jumbo Joe,” what Sheldon Keefe’s third line may look like, how much Toronto may experiment with line combinations, expectations for Travis Dermott & Timothy Liljegren, and Morgan Rielly being paired with T. J. Brodie.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, stops by to chat about the NHL’s impending return, divisional realignment for this season, and how a condensed regular season impacts the Leafs.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Sportsnet Sr. hockey writer Chris Johnston shares his thoughts about whether the Canadian Division for 2021 could exist even if the teams are temporarily relocated to America, how strongly the NHL is pushing for games in Canada, where the clubs could be shifted to south of the border, the possibility of bubbles, and the chances of a Canadian division after this season.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Sportsnet NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman weighs in on the NHL’s plans for the 2021 season, the owners’ position regarding scheduling, and the creation of a Canadian division.

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JD Bunkis hosts alongside Justin Bourne! The guys dive into Kyle Dubas’ comments from earlier this week regarding Kevin Cash’s decision to pull Blake Snell in Game 6 of the World Series and the Maple Leafs’ use of analytics. Sportsnet NHL Insider Chris Johnston weighs in on the ongoing NHL-NHLPA negotiations, potential timelines for the start of next season, and the league’s desire to attract a younger demographic.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.