Leafs Hour

Andreas Johnsson is being scratched for Tyler Ennis tonight, and Ben & JD aren't sure why (2:25); Sportsnet's Luke Fox says the roster changes are Babcock's way of testing guys before a larger roster move is needed, gives an update on Frederik Andersen's health, predicts the Leafs will be active on the waiver wire for goalies, he commends Kyle Dubas for heading to Switzlerland to meet Nylander, and he tries to figure out where Nylander would fit back into the lineup (11:06); Good Show's Totally Original Survey Game Show gives tickets away (30:12)!

JD thinks that if William Nylander signs a bridge deal, he is showing he does not want to remain in Toronto long-term (2:01); Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick has thoughts on the pros and cons of a bridge deal, is glad that the Dubas and Nylander are at least talking, why he's disappointed that this wasn't taken care of earlier, and why being a Leaf brings lifelong financial benefits (4:15); More thoughts on the idea of Leafs players taking less to keep the core together, and what must be going on behind the scenes for both the Maple Leafs and William Nylander's camp (31:19).

JD thinks that if William Nylander signs a bridge deal, he is showing he does not want to remain in Toronto long-term (2:01); Leafs Nation's Gord Stellick has thoughts on the pros and cons of a bridge deal, is glad that the Dubas and Nylander are at least talking, why he's disappointed that this wasn't taken care of earlier, and why being a Leaf brings lifelong financial benefits (4:15); More thoughts on the idea of Leafs players taking less to keep the core together, and what must be going on behind the scenes for both the Maple Leafs and William Nylander's camp (31:19).

Sportsnet's NHL Insider Chris Johnston takes a break from celebrating his birthday to discuss Jake Gardiner's status with the Leafs, Igor Ozhiganov earning Mike Babcock's trust, Kasperi Kapanen's success with Auston Matthews, what might happen with the lines if/when Nylander comes back, Matthews' improvement, why an offer sheet is too risky for most teams, and when Auston Matthews might sign an extension (3:03); NHL on Sportsnet's David Amber weighs in on Montreal and Ottawa's early success before looking at why the Leafs are a likable group and what has excited him so far about the team (32:51).

Sportsnet's NHL Insider Chris Johnston takes a break from celebrating his birthday to discuss Jake Gardiner's status with the Leafs, Igor Ozhiganov earning Mike Babcock's trust, Kasperi Kapanen's success with Auston Matthews, what might happen with the lines if/when Nylander comes back, Matthews' improvement, why an offer sheet is too risky for most teams, and when Auston Matthews might sign an extension (3:03); NHL on Sportsnet's David Amber weighs in on Montreal and Ottawa's early success before looking at why the Leafs are a likable group and what has excited him so far about the team (32:51).

Good Show's Leafs Analyst discusses how players may be free to be more vocal these days, whether the Leafs should be shuffling their young players around, the play of Igor Ozhiganov, Jake Gardiner's stalled development, and where he stands on a bridge deal for William Nylander (6:54); Michael Traikos, National Hockey Writer for Postmedia, doesn't think the idea of Auston Matthews taking less than a full 8-year extension from Toronto is out of the question (37:01).

Good Show's Leafs Analyst discusses how players may be free to be more vocal these days, whether the Leafs should be shuffling their young players around, the play of Igor Ozhiganov, Jake Gardiner's stalled development, and where he stands on a bridge deal for William Nylander (6:54); Michael Traikos, National Hockey Writer for Postmedia, doesn't think the idea of Auston Matthews taking less than a full 8-year extension from Toronto is out of the question (37:01).

Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean has plenty to say about the young offensive stars in the NHL, unwritten rules around celebrations and fun around the league, Bobby Orr's legacy, why it isn't so far-fetched to compare Auston Matthews with Connor McDavid, and why the Nylander situation could be stressful right up until December 1st (3:02); The Leafs are about to be really tested with their schedule getting a lot tougher over the next month (1:21); Former Leafs defenceman Connor Carrick talks about his trade to Dallas and what his transition has been like to playing with the Stars (38:34).

Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean has plenty to say about the young offensive stars in the NHL, unwritten rules around celebrations and fun around the league, Bobby Orr's legacy, why it isn't so far-fetched to compare Auston Matthews with Connor McDavid, and why the Nylander situation could be stressful right up until December 1st (3:02); The Leafs are about to be really tested with their schedule getting a lot tougher over the next month (1:21); Former Leafs defenceman Connor Carrick talks about his trade to Dallas and what his transition has been like to playing with the Stars (38:34).

NHL on Sportsnet's Doug MacLean gives his thoughts on the growing Auston Matthews-Connor McDavid comparisons, hair styles, whether Kapanen will stay with Matthews if/when Nylander comes back, whether Nylander can possibly fit in with the future Leafs anymore, and if Morgan Rielly has made the leap to superstar this season (1:56); Ian Tulloch, host of The Leafs Geeks podcast, is happy that Dermott will have a chance to play on the right side because it could mean he takes over Ron Hainsey's spot, and goes over how high Kasperi Kapenen's ceiling is (33:03).