Talkin' Buds Leafs Show

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Talkin' Buds Leafs Show episodes

November 02, 2025 Toronto Blue Jays Lose Game 7 Heartbreaker to the Los Angeles Dodgers
The Toronto Blue Jays came up just short of a World Series title, falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a heartbreaking Game 7. In this special one-off edition of the Talkin’ Buds Blue Jays Show, we unpack the gut-wrenching feeling every Jays fan is dealing with today and reflect on the incredible ride that was the 2025 postseason. We wrap things up with a look at the Leafs’ 5-2 win over the Flyers and preview the week ahead.
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(0:00) - Pure heartbreak
(4:00) - Vladimir Guerrero Jr. cements himself
(6:30) - The Blue Jays had their chances
(9:05) - The 2025 Blue Jays will live forever in Toronto sports history
(13:55) - Magical performances across the lineup
(18:50) - Looking back on an unforgettable 2025 season
(20:53) - DraftKings
(22:51) - Leafs pick up a solid win in Philadelphia
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28 min
October 30, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Captain Auston Matthews Sluggish start | Blue Jays Push Dodgers to the Brink
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search for an identity rolls on. We break down Auston Matthews’ sluggish start and ask whether this is as good as it’s going to get from the Leafs’ captain this season. We dig into why the team continues to struggle defensively, whether it’s time to level-set expectations, and if a trademark hot November run is still on the horizon. Plus, we tee up Game 6 of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers.
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(0:00) - Intro
(2:26) - Auston Matthews looks like a shell of himself
(10:00) - Defensive zone effort is nowhere to be found
(17:14) - Resetting expectations for this team
(22:16) - John Tavares deserves better
(25:08) - DraftKings
(27:04) - Blue Jays push Dodgers to the brink in the World Series
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43 min
October 26, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Craig Berube looking for answers; Jays-Dodgers tied before World Series Game 3
The Toronto Maple Leafs split their home-and-home series with the Buffalo Sabres, delivering two more uneven efforts. We break down John Tavares’ strong start to the year as he closes in on 500 career goals, examine why this team ranks among the NHL’s worst defensively, and question whether Craig Berube can finally find a consistent lineup combination. Plus, we share our thoughts on the first two games of the World Series as the Blue Jays and Dodgers head to Los Angeles for Game 3.
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(0:00) - Taking a look around the Atlantic Division
(03:55) - John Tavares off to a strong start
(09:30) - Is Craig Berube overusing the lineup blender?
(11:20) - The Leafs are the worst defensive team in hockey
(18:48) - DraftKings
(20:26) - Blue Jays and Dodgers head to LA tied 1-1
(28:48) - Toronto sports fans finally getting well-deserved praise
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33 min
October 22, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Lethargic Play Continues + Blue Jays vs Dodgers World Series Preview
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ sluggish start rolled on Tuesday night with another lifeless effort, this time in a lopsided loss to the New Jersey Devils. We break down why the team looks disinterested and disorganized, and take a closer look at Auston Matthews’ underwhelming play to start the season. We also react to Craig Berube’s ongoing shuffle of line combinations and the team’s glaring issues in their own zone. To close things out, we switch gears for a special Talkin’ Buds Blue Jays segment, previewing Toronto’s upcoming World Series showdown with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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(0:00) - Leafs’ lethargic play continues
(04:55) - What’s worth worrying about and what isn’t
(10:58) - Auston Matthews needs to raise his game
(15:05) - Still searching for a team identity
(20:00) - Time remains to turn things around
(24:58) - DraftKings
(26:37) - Blue Jays vs Dodgers: World Series preview
(34:55) - Comparing Vladdy and Matthews
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44 min
October 19, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Goalie Anthony Stolarz Calls Out Teammates: “Enough’s Enough”
The Toronto Maple Leafs sit at 3-2-1 to start the season, a record that’s fine on paper, but not exactly easing the nerves of Leafs Nation. Fans are still waiting to see signs that this team’s “DNA” has actually changed. After Saturday night’s loss, Anthony Stolarz didn’t hold back in his postgame comments, calling out the group’s effort. We break down what he said and try to strike the right balance between “this team needs to wake up” and “it’s only six games in.”
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(0:00) - Austin 3:16
(1:48) - Stolarz calls out teammates after loss to Kraken
(8:51) - Did Stolarz take a shot at Nylander?
(11:01) - Reluctance to criticize Matthews & the Leafs’ “DNA” problem
(19:43) - DraftKings
(21:21) - Easton Cowan
(23:53) - Laughton injury exposes Leafs’ depth
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33 min
October 15, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs move Easton Cowan into the top six, and it pays off right away
The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an up-and-down start to the season, leading Craig Berube to shake things up by putting Easton Cowan on the top line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies. We talk about how Cowan’s looked so far, how important William Nylander is to the Leafs’ offence, and why it matters for Matthews to step in and defend his teammates.
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(0:00) - Intro
(01:30) - First impressions of this years Maple Leafs
(05:05) - Easton Cowan has entered the chat
(08:55) - William Nylander is the Leafs best player
(12:11) - Bobby McMann deserves more love
(14:30) - Treliving taking calls on Nick Robertson?
(15:58) - Does Auston Matthews ever get mad?
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28 min
October 09, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Win Opener | Toronto Blue Jays Advance to ALCS
The Toronto Maple Leafs opened the regular season with a 5–2 win over the Montreal Canadiens, while the Toronto Blue Jays advanced to the ALCS after knocking out the New York Yankees. We discuss what the Leafs can take from the Jays’ winning mentality and break down everything we liked and didn’t like from the Leafs’ opening night performance.
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(0:00) - Intro
(2:45) - Lessons the Leafs can take from the Jays
(10:35) - Leafs beat Habs in season opener, Rielly stands out
(13:15) - Bobby McMann’s impact
(15:18) - Finding a new identity
(23:24) - Power play struggles out of the gate
(25:42) - Stolarz, Järnkrok, and Marner makes VGK debut
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33 min
October 06, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs 2025-26 Season Preview & Predictions
The Toronto Maple Leafs officially open the 2025–26 season this week, and we’re back to our regular schedule. While the city’s attention remains on the Toronto Blue Jays, we dive into how the team has shattered the idea that it’s “tough to play in Toronto.” We then make our predictions for the Leafs’ upcoming season, react to Connor McDavid’s new deal with the Oilers, and discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning’s mission to take out the Florida Panthers right out of the gate.
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(0:00) - Intro
(1:30) - McDavid’s team-friendly extension with the Oilers
(6:11) - Blue Jays prove it’s not “tough to play in Toronto”
(14:34) - DraftKings
(16:01) - Leafs lineup tweaks and crowded goalie situation
(25:30) - 2025–26 Leafs season preview and predictions
(29:40) - Lightning set sights on the Panthers
(31:43) - Expectations for Auston Matthews
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40 min
September 28, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs – Will Easton Cowan Make the Opening Night Roster?
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ training camp and preseason roll on, and the standout storyline is Easton Cowan’s impressive play. Can the young prospect force his way onto the opening night roster? We break it down, plus dive into James Reimer joining on a PTO, Max Domi’s fit on the top line, and more.
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(0:00) - Intro
(01:20) - James Reimer signs PTO
(07:45) - Stolarz nearing extension
(09:35) - Easton Cowan’s roster chances
(15:23) - DraftKings
(16:55) - Domi, McMann & Maccelli
(22:53) - Leafs center depth
(24:15) - New vibe around the team
(29:05) - Barkov out for the season?
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36 min
September 24, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs: Auston Matthews Sets the Tone at Training Camp
Toronto Maple Leafs hockey is officially back! Rob is flying solo on this episode as he breaks down the first two preseason games, Easton Cowan’s standout performances, and Auston Matthews firmly establishing himself as the leader of this team.
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(0:00) - Intro
(2:00) - Joe Woll steps away & Leafs goalie depth
(4:35) - Auston Matthews looks sharp in preseason debut
(5:50) - Easton Cowan and Ben Danford stand out
(9:02) - DraftKings
(10:35) - Matthews sets the tone at training camp
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15 min

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Two brothers covering the Toronto Maple Leafs and the NHL with a casual, fan-first perspective. Hosted by Rob and Ryan Furnish. New episodes every week. Follow us on TikTok and Instagram…