Real Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi look back on the Leafs' 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. They get into the difference between the team's play in Sunrise and Tampa, Matthew Knies evolving into a leadership role and Mitch Marner getting closer to the 100-point mark. Then, they look ahead to the Leafs matchup against Montreal on Saturday where they will be short a defenceman with OEL out. Finally, former Leafs GM Gord Stellick (31:03) shares his takeaways from the back-to-back in Florida before discussing Knies' expanding role, the importance of a division title and potential third-line options in the playoffs.

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Hockey Hall of Fame defenceman Chris Pronger joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to kick off the second hour (3:40). They discuss what's spurred the Blues' scorching stretch, the increase of 'waterbug' defencemen, NHL leadership archetypes, realistic expectations for Ivan Demidov in Montreal and teams on 'upset watch' in the first round. Nick and Justin regroup with Daniele Franceschi to share their thoughts on the Senators clinching a playoff spot, Gabriel Landeskog on the precipice of a long-awaited NHL return and the Canucks' late rally against the Stars.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi kick off the show discussing the Leafs latest loss against the Panthers. They discuss Morgan Rielly and Matthew Knies comments after last night's game. Then, they look at what the loss meant in the big picture, how Joseph Woll performed in his first game against Florida this season, and the importance of tonight's contest in Tampa Bay. Later, Sportsnet colour commentator Craig Simpson joins the show to discuss Leafs vs. Lightning, what the bottom six should look like in the playoffs and if it matters where the Leafs finish in the Atlantic.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Steve Valiquette (4:28), former NHL goaltender, current MSG Networks analyst, and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics to discuss 'The Quiet Eye' technique for athletes and how it can be applied to goaltenders in the NHL, Alex Ovechkin's effectiveness on a one-timer, who is better at scoring goals and the best spots to attack as a left-handed or right-handed shooter and whether Martin Brodeur's win record can be broken. Then, Sportsnet and Pro Hockey Group's Jason Bukala (35:30) stops by to chat about the change in direction by the Montreal Canadiens to sign one of their top prospects Ivan Demidov and the expectations for the KHL winger.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi honour and remember Greg Millen, former NHL goalie and hockey broadcaster, who passed away on Monday. Then, they look ahead to the first half of the Leafs' Florida back-to-back against the slumping Florida Panthers. They discuss Joseph Woll getting the net, whether Mitch Marner and William Nylander's milestone chases could become distractions, and they review Paul Maurice's game-day availability. Later, former NHLer and Panthers analyst Jeff Chychrun (31:05) discusses his son, Jakob's big-time extension with the Capitals before weighing in on the Panthers' tanking conspiracies, the Atlantic Division playoff picture and Sam Bennett's contract situation.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Brooks Orpik (6:47), former NHL defenceman and two-time Stanley Cup champion to chat about his playing days with the league's new all-time greatest goal-scorer Alexander Ovechkin, the evolution of his scoring abilities, durability of hockey players, and the Washington Capitals' front office continuing to build around the Great 8. Then, Nick, Justin and filling in for Sam McKee, Daniele Franceschi discuss potential playoff matchups across the NHL divisions.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi kick off with some thoughts on Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking moment over the weekend before looking back on the Leafs' 5-0 win over the Blue Jackets. They get into Nick Robertson's 2-goal outing and whether it gives him an edge for a spot in the playoff lineup, Brandon Carlo's steadying presence, the Panthers losing ground to the Senators in the Atlantic and much more. Later, former Leaf Curtis Joseph joins the show (29:45) to discuss Ovechkin's goal record and his experience playing against the Great 8. Then, CuJo weighs in on the Leafs' goaltending heading into the playoffs, what a playoff mindset means in net and the increase of goalie interference calls.

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The Athletic's Shayna Goldman joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee to help break down the playoff picture with the regular season coming to a close (6:15). They discuss the Montreal Canadiens' surprising season, why the Lightning are poised for a deep run, how the Oilers match up against the Kings in a likely postseason rematch and the balance in other potential First Round matchups. Later, Senators writer Alex Adams (29:33) looks closer at a possible Battle of Ontario series in Round 1, Dylan Cozens' impact since the deadline, why David Perron is a playoff x-factor, the levels of trust in Linus Ullmark and why Travis Green deserves more love in the Jack Adams conversation.

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JD Bunkis joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee with Nick Kypreos away to look back over the Leafs' 3-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Wednesday, clinching a spot in the postseason. They get into the stakes of the win, Mitch Marner's role in playoff-style games, third-line concerns and how the lineup changes when Max Pacioretty returns. Then, they evaluate Craig Berube's season with the Leafs and how he compares to former bench boss Sheldon Keefe. Later, they discuss Patrick Roy's scathing post-game comments on Anthony Duclair and Brad Marchand's muted role in Florida.

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Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the second hour with some April Fools memories before welcoming in former NHL scout Jason Bukala (4:21). He discusses what to expect from Boston College star Ryan Leonard as he joins the Washington Capitals, prospect development in the U.S. vs. Canada, the challenge of cross-league prospect comparisons, Lane Hutson's case for the Calder, and much more. Later, Canucks Central's Dan Riccio joins the show (31:13) to discuss the circus in Vancouver this season, Quinn Hughes's standing amongst the NHL's best players, Rick Tocchet's future with the team and the potential consequences if they miss the playoffs.

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