Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt discuss the NHL’s decision to fire referee Tim Peel after being caught on mic saying he wanted to call a penalty against Nashville. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Keith Pompey comments on the 76ers’ interest in acquiring Kyle Lowry from the Raptors and what pieces Daryl Morey would have to part with (22:41). Former NHL referee and Director of Officiating Bryan Lewis provides his perspective on the Peel incident and the league acting quickly to dole out punishment (37:53).  David Samson, host of “Nothing Personal” on CBS Sports HQ discusses the Blue Jays’ decision to sign Kirby Yates and the conversations between front-office and ownership that leads to signing high-risk, high-reward players (49:59). Hollinger and Duncan’s Nate Duncan examines the trade markets for Norman Powell and Kyle Lowry (1:14:24). Jason York of the NHL on Sportsnet shares the player point of view on Wednesday’s hot-mic in the Detroit-Nashville game and what he likes from Jack Campbell in the Maple Leafs’ net (1:39:41). The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal discusses his story on Kirby Yates’ physicals causing concern in the offseason, and MLB using lab testing to catch pitchers doctoring the ball (2:01:09).

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Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt open the show discussing the Raptors amidst their nine-game losing streak and a report suggesting that Pascal Siakam was fined $50,000 by the team. Doug Smith of the Toronto Star continues the discussion saying that Siakam has not been fined and talks about the team’s latest loss to Houston and the immediate futures of Norm Powell and Kyle Lowry (22:01). Tim Leiper weighs-in on Kirby Yates’ injury and who he thinks would be an adequate replacement for the closer role (47:18). NBA radio’s Mitch Lawrence examines the Raptors at the trade deadline and what the price tag would be for their players (1:10:54). Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports shares the latest on the Canadiens and Oilers after the postponement of their game and if he believes Frederik Andersen is still the Maple Leafs number one goalie (1:34:57). Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman joins the show right after the Blue Jays announced injury updates to Kirby Yates, George Springer, and Robbie Ray (1:56:46).

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Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt open the show discussing the Maple Leafs current setup in goal with Frederik Andersen and Jack Campbell, and the Raptors current losing streak as they head to Houston. NHL Network’s Kevin Weekes discusses what players consider a goaltending controversy, and how the uncertainty of who’s the No. 1 starter plays in the dressing room (22:16). Blue Jays broadcaster Ben Wagner examines the breaking news that closer Kirby Yates is expected to miss multiple weeks due to a flexor-pronator strain in his right arm (37:11). Sportsnet/NBA TV’s Sherman Hamilton weighs in on what he’s looking for from the Raptors against the Rockets, and what the organization might explore at the deadline (48:45). Former Maple Leafs goaltending coach Steve McKichan talks about what he would consider a goalie crisis, what he’s seen from Frederik Andersen, and working with Jack Campbell (1:08:44). Elliotte Friedman discusses why it’s tough to trade for goalie if you’re the Maple Leafs or another Canadian team and Tyson Barrie’s resurgent season with the Oilers (1:36:08). Blue Jays voice Buck Martinez chimes-in on the Yates injury, Alejandro Kirk, and which Blue Jays pitcher he thinks could step into the closer’s role (1:56:32).

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We discuss the Maple Leafs ahead of their return to the ice. MLB Senior VP of On-Field Operations Raúl Ibañez on the Minor League experimental rules for the season ahead (20:47). Sportsnet’s Troy Brouwer on the Flames’ season (38:02). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on the Leafs and Flames, and on the coaching change in Buffalo (47:08). Toronto FC and Toronto Argonauts President Bill Manning on his organizations heading into their 2021 seasons (1:08:09). Utah Jazz TV Analyst Thurl Bailey on the Jazz’s season ahead of tonight’s game against the Raptors (1:27:07). Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins on Alejandro Kirk’s camp, Nate Pearson’s injury, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Spring performance (1:34:38). Stephen Brunt on the Jays as we get closer to season (1:57:52). We check in with Tim & Friends’ Tim Micallef.

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We discuss the Raptors’ loss to the Pistons, and the return of key players to the roster. ESPN Chalk’s David Purdum on the NCAA’s increased monitoring of gambling activity surrounding their basketball tournaments, and who the sportsbooks are most rooting against (23:53). MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis on Pipeline’s Blue Jays prospect rankings heading into the season, including expectations on Nate Pearson, Alek Manoah, and more (51:07). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on the Raptors’ loss, Norman Powell’s recent play, and the team’s return to health (1:12:15). NHL Network’s Mike Rupp on Sheldon Keefe’s coaching and use of veterans on the Maple Leafs, and on the Rangers’ blowout win over the Flyers (1:38:17). Marlins TV and MLB Network Radio’s Todd Hollandsworth looks ahead to the MLB season, including the Blue Jays’ young core, and what we can expect in the National League East (1:58:19). Richard breaks down the NFL’s newly-announced broadcast rights agreements, including the growth of their streaming deals.

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SN590 Blue Jays voice Ben Wagner on Thomas Hatch’s sudden departure from the Blue Jays-Yankees game with elbow soreness (4:12). At The Letters’ Ben Nicholson-Smith on the potential impact of Hatch’s injury, and Alejandro Kirk’s push for an Opening Day roster spot (23:08). WGR 550’s Craig Rivet on the Buffalo Sabres’ firing of head coach Ralph Krueger (47:34). Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams on the Raptors ahead of tonight’s matchup with the Pistons, and the looming return of the players who were absent due to the NBA’s health and safety protocols (1:11:54). NHL Network’s Brian Lawton on the Sabres’ coaching change, and the Maple Leafs’ recent struggles (1:35:38). MLB Network Radio’s Jim Duquette on how teams make their final roster decisions, and the new experimental Minor League rules (1:58:08). We check in with Tim & Friends’ Tim Micallef !

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We discuss Kyle Dubas’ media availability, in which he discussed what the Leafs have been looking for on the trade market, and the possibility of trading away a top prospect . Charlotte Hornets guard Nate Darling discusses becoming the first-even Nova Scotian to play in the NBA, and his path from Halifax to the Hornets (23:34). We discuss the Blue Jays’ exercising of the 2022 contract option on manager Charlie Montoyo (39:06). San Francisco Giants OF/Baserunning Coordinator Tim Leiper on the Montoyo news, and the latest Nate Pearson injury setback (47:59). ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski on the season’s format, the trade market, and the struggles of the Buffalo Sabres (1:12:05). We take a look at the report of the Raptors’ potential trade interest in the Celtics’ Tristan Thompson (1:33:04). The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast’s David Samson on LeBron James becoming a part-owner of the Boston Red Sox, the Montoyo extension, and Trevor Bauer’s eventful first camp with the Dodgers (1:36:17). Line Movement’s Nick Kypreos on the Leafs’ season, Erik Karlsson’s sudden struggles in San Jose, and the struggles of the Ottawa Senators (1:58:25). We discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s big day for the Blue Jays in their win over the Phillies, and the expectations on Vlad for the season .

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We discuss a pair of weekend losses for the Leafs, and what they mean for the team. Sportsnet’s Luke Fox on the Leafs’ recent play (22:15). Raptors 905 TV Analyst Jevohn Shepherd on the short-handed Raptors’ recent struggles, and on his alma mater, the Michigan Wolverines, getting a #1 seed in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament (52:18). NHL on Sportsnet’s Garry Galley on the Leafs and Senators off of Sunday’s game, and why Toronto has had so much trouble with Ottawa (1:14:11). Hockey Night In Canada’s Elliotte Friedman on the Leafs’ recent play, and the impact that Jack Campbell’s absence has had on the team (1:37:05). Blue Jays play-by-play voice Ben Wagner on Hyun-Jin Ryu’s outing in Lakeland today, and the team’s position battle at catcher (1:56:51).

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We discuss the Raptors’ last-second loss to the Atlanta Hawks, and the Maple Leafs’ thrilling OT win over the Jets. Sportsnet/NBA TV Canada’s Sherman Hamilton on the Raptors’ loss, and James Harden’s success in Brooklyn thus far (21:59). We discuss Tom Brady’s contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Hockey Central’s Anthony Stewart on Thursday’s Maple Leafs win, and why he feels that Eric Staal would be a great Trade Deadline addition for Toronto (46:53). ESPN’s Jeff Passan on the experimental Minor League rules for the season – including limitations on defensive formations and the use of a pitch clock – and on his excitement for Jacob deGrom’s season (1:08:23). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on breaking Maple Leafs trade news, Darryl Sutter’s Flames debut, and what he could see from Toronto at the Trade Deadline (1:36:27). Writers Bloc co-host Richard Deitsch on the NHL’s US media rights deal with ESPN (1:56:59).

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We discuss the last year since the NBA’s suspension of its season – and the subsequent shutdowns of the other sports. The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast’s David Samson on the last year in baseball (5:48). ESPN’s Tisha Thompson on the pandemic’s impact on the future of sports ticketing (25:03). Blue Jays play-by-play voice Ben Wagner updates us on the team’s game against the Tigers in Dunedin, including an early home run barrage, Kirby Yates’ Spring debut, and a strong outing from Tanner Roark (43:59). Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC Caretaker Bob Young on Canada Soccer’s postponement of the Canadian Championship final between Forge FC and Toronto FC, and on the potential partnership between the CFL and XFL (51:22). Hockey Night In Canada’s Ron MacLean on the day the sports world shut down, and the year since (1:13:35).  NHLPA Executive Director Donald Fehr on hockey’s last year (1:34:42). “The Bridge w/ Peter Mansbridge” Podcast’s Peter Mansbridge on the last year, and his anticipation of returning to a stadium (1:47:13).  We discuss the newly-announced experimental rules for the Minor League baseball season, including rules governing defensive positioning in Double-A, and one league introducing an automated strike zone.

Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt host.

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