Real Kyper & Bourne

Colorado Avalanche radio analyst John Mitchell joins Real Kyper & Bourne to discuss the Avs' recent stretch of games heading into Saturday's tilt against Toronto, Nazem Kadri's incredible season so far, and previews the other x-factors throughout their lineup (01:26). To wrap up, the fellas and Producer Sam chat about Nathan MacKinnon's uncharacteristic start to the season, the Leafs' goaltending tandem, before heading to the text-line to read your questions and comments (12:49)!

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick off today's show by looking ahead to Saturday's Leafs-Avalanche matchup and updating the Leafs' injury report before the game. (01:32). Friend of the show Colby Armstrong then stops by to chat about the key pieces that have revitalized the Pittsburgh Penguins this season, including Evan Rodrigues' career-best start, and debates if the Pens would benefit from a veteran goaltender on the roster (17:40). Next up, former NHL executive Doug MacLean shares his thoughts on Dave Tippett and Mikko Koskinen's comments, the crowded Atlantic Division playoff picture, and potential trade deadline moves for the Leafs (41:00).

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.

Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT's Liam McHugh to discuss how his team payed homage to the St. Louis Blues' Winter Classic beach attire, the informal nature of TNT's new NHL panel, and weighs in on the impact of having no fans in the stands at last night's Leafs game (00:02). To wrap up, former NHLer and current analyst Corey Hirsch chats about the dynamic between coaches and players, and the often under-addressed mental health impact of playing professional sports (17:42).

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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick things off by discussing Ilya Mikheyev's go-ahead goal Wednesday night and look back on Nick Ritchie's brief tenure in Toronto after being placed on waivers (00:03). Then, former NHLer Aaron Ward chats about the Oilers' identity crisis after last night's loss to Toronto, and weighs the positives and negatives of opposing players engaging in mid-game conversations (20:51). Next up, Brian Lawton of the NHL Network stops by to talk though the next steps ahead for Ken Holland and the Oilers after a rough stretch of late, what the future holds for goaltender Mikko Koskinen, and if the NHL will fulfill a complete 82-game schedule (43:23).

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Real Kyper & Bourne are joined alongside former NHL goalie and current DFO analyst Mike McKenna to share his take on Mikko Koskinen's response to Head Coach Dave Tippett's criticism of his play and takes a look at the crop of star goalies currently in the NHL (00:11). To wrap up, the fellas discuss the possibility of Alexandar Georgiyev in Edmonton, before breaking down who's on the board for Canada's Olympic hockey roster sans-NHLers (14:17).

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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are reunited with Producer Sam to update the injury report ahead of tonight's Leafs-Oilers matchup and discuss Zach Hyman's return to Toronto without fans to welcome him (00:13). Next up, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick joins to chat about the tension between Head Coach Dave Tippett and goaltender Mikko Koskinen and brings up issues with the Oilers' roster construction (14:15). To add to the conversation, Sportsnet's Louie DeBrusk looks back on the Oilers' season so far, breaks down what's led to their recent slump, and shares the latest on Edmonton's goaltender situation (40:02).

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.

Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell joins Real Kyper & Bourne to speak about making the most of his opportunities between the pipes, how the city of Toronto stands out from other NHL markets, and discusses what's fueled his stellar play this season (02:27). To wrap up, E.J. Hradek of the NHL Network catches up with Nick & Justin before diving into a wide ranging conversation on his surprises and standouts from around the league (25:15).

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne kick things off with Sportsnet's Luke Fox to share the latest health & safety update ahead of Wednesday's Leafs-Oilers matchup, if we may have to wait to see Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews, and dives into the Oilers' depleted goaltending situation (04:25). Next up, former NHLer Dominic Moore weighs in on what's fueling the surging New York Rangers this season, the impact of Gerard Gallant and the Rangers' coaching staff, and highlights the key roster pieces that have made the difference (25:01).

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Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by TNT's Darren Pang to take us inside the 2022 NHL Winter Classic in frosty Minneapolis, Minnesota and the incredible fan atmosphere despite the cold conditions, before sharing his takeaways from the Blues-Wild matchup and discusses the impact that Olympic hockey has on the growth of the NHL (00:22). Next up, the fellas are joined by the human Swiss Army knife Jon Morosi to share the latest from the MLB and MLBPA's labour negotiations and update his NHL prospect radar by highlighting Leafs' draft pick Matthew Knies (22:55). To wrap up, the guys break down the latest trade rumours surrounding Arizona defenceman Jakob Chychrun and chat about potential landing spots for him around the NHL (48:35).

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.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne open today's show by recapping the Maple Leafs' 6-0 beatdown over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, and weigh-in on the team's roster decisions ahead next season due to the NHL's salary cap (03:34). Next up, voice of Hockey Night in Canada Craig Simpson adds to the conversation and highlights Ilya Mikheyev's two-goal night, Sheldon Keefe's line combinations, and shares his thoughts on what's wrong with the slumping Edmonton Oilers (15:43).

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.