Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association Michele Roberts joined Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt to discuss the process in creating the Orlando bubble for the NBA, how successful it has been thus far, if life in the bubble is wearing on players and staff, the communication between the players and the league having a safe environment for games to return, and if a full season could be played next year.

Jeff and Stephen host. The guys discuss how the Toronto Raptors were able to make a run back to the NBA playoffs and the CFL cancelling their 2020 season. NBA.com’s Sekou Smith shares his thoughts on how different the Raptors are this year and if living in the Orlando bubble had affected the players on the court. Plus, former Raptor and current Sportsnet NBA analyst Alvin Williams discusses whether there are concerns for Toronto with facing the Brooklyn Nets, which Raptor could fill the gap Kawhi Leonard left, and how much of a climb will it be for Toronto to return to the finals.

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. The guys discuss the Raptors’ final regular-season game in the Orlando bubble vs. the Denver Nuggets and the expectations for Toronto ahead of the NBA playoffs. Raptors radio play-by-play voice Eric Smith joins to discuss the opportunities head coach Nick Nurse may give players in the post-season and approaching their first round match-up against the Brooklyn Nets with professionalism (19:09). Plus, Blue Jays radio play-by-play Voice Ben Wagner stops by to chat about Toronto juggling its lineups, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. playing at first base, and trades to create a competitive team (31:49).

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. The guys assess the Blue Jays’ extra innings loss to the Miami Marlins, their chances to make a post-season run, and Bianca Andreescu pulling out of the US Open. FOX Sports’ Bruce Feldman joins to discuss the postponements of the Big Ten and Pac-12 college football seasons and if there’s a chance they could play in the spring (22:36). YES Network NBA Analyst Sarah Kustok gives her early thoughts on the first round matchup between the Raptors and Brooklyn Nets and if there’s a chance for the Nets to pull off an upset over the defending champs (38:43). Plus, MLB Insider for ESPN Jeff Passan stops by to examine if the league is looking into creating a bubble format for the post-season, whether the MLB will follow a similar situation with the NBA or NHL, and how will teams evaluate players ahead of the trade deadline during a pandemic (49:45). NHL Insider for TVA Sports Renaud Lavoie weighs in on the first round series between the Canadiens and Flyers and if it benefits Montreal for not receiving the first round pick in the 2020 draft (1:21:08).

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hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. The guys examine the comments made from the Maple Leafs players and management in their season-ending availabilities. We hear from President Brendan Shanahan on where the team is at this stage and Auston Matthews on falling short in the playoffs (9:20). Co-Host of Leafs Nation Pre and Post Game Gord Stellick weighs in on Toronto’s season, if there will be major changes to the roster, the criticisms on Mitch Marner and whether Frederik Andersen will stay on as their goalie of the future (22:13). Hockey Central’s Brian Burke explains what a general manager is trying to accomplish in end of the year press conferences, if the Leafs’ front office believes in the young core and how will fans feel after reading the team’s comments (49:02). Plus, Hockey Night in Canada’s Kelly Hrudey shares his experience as a goalie playing in long NHL games, how he’s able to stay mentality tough in net and thoughts on Blue Jackets’ Joonas Korpisalo breaking his most saves in a single game record (1:14:17).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. The guys discuss the results of the NHL’s Phase 2 Draft Lottery and the New York Rangers being awarded the #1 pick (0:23). Grant Wahl, Host of Fútbol Podcast, joins to chat about select MLS teams looking into allowing some fans into the stands once the regular season resumes and how successful the league’s Orlando bubble was for their MLS is Back Tournament (22:02). Nate Duncan, Co-Host of Dunc’d On Basketball Podcast, shares his early thoughts on the Toronto Raptors’ first round matchup against the Brooklyn Nets and which team will hold onto the 8th seed in the Western Conference (37:39). MSG Network’s Joe Micheletti joins to discuss the potential for Alexis Lafrenière being drafted to Rangers and how he may fit in onto the team (51:16). Sean Avery, Host of No Gruffs Given podcast weighed on the construction of the Maple Leafs roster, if Auston Matthews is able to unlock the next step in his game, and which teams are exciting to watch in this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs (1:12:14).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. Stephen Brunt jumps on to discuss the season ending for the Maple Leafs and what’s next for the group (0:23). NHL play-by-play voice on NBC Mike Emrick weighs in on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which teams are bigger threats to win the Cup, and the type of coaching style John Tortorella brings to Columbus (21:43). Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada analyst Elliotte Friedman talks about what a bold move from the Leafs similar to the Raptors trading for Kawhi Leonard would look like and which team needs the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NHL Draft (50:26). Plus, former NHLer PJ Stock drops by to chat about what needs to be done to bolster Toronto’s roster, what went right for the Blue Jackets in the qualifiers and if Auston Matthews has separated himself from the good players to being one of the best players in the NHL (1:14:31).

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. We discuss the Leafs giving up a 3-goal lead in their Game 3 loss to the Blue Jackets (0:22). Sportsnet 650’s Corey Hirsch on the Maple Leafs-Blue Jackets series, and the Canucks being on the brink of advancing past the Wild (25:12). Raptors radio voice Eric Smith on the team’s play in Orlando thus far ahead of Friday’s match-up with the Boston Celtics (35:24). Hockey Central’s Justin Bourne on the Maple Leafs’ Game 3 loss, and the impact of Jake Muzzin’s absence (48:22). Blue Jackets TV analyst Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre on his successful prediction of a big Game 3 from Pierre-Luc Dubois, and how he could see Columbus following that up in Game 4 (1:11:25). Which Toronto team has the best young core ?

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. We get ready for the third game between the Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets (02:55). Maple Leafs radio voice Joe Bowen discusses the series thus far, and the impact of the Leafs’ loss of Jake Muzzin (18:50). Eric Hawerchuk – son of Dale Hawerchuk – discusses the #HawerchukStrong initiative, and the outpouring of support from the hockey community in his dad’s renewed battle with gastric cancer (36:51). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on the Canadiens having the Penguins on the brink of elimination, the Oilers’ struggles with the Blackhawks, and Maple Leafs-Blue Jackets (52:37). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on the Raptors off of Wednesday’s win over the Magic, and Fred VanVleet’s future with the team ahead of his free agency (1:10:19).

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Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host. We discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 win over the Blue Jackets in Game 2, and the unfortunate injury to Jake Muzzin. Blue Jackets analyst Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre on the Blue Jackets’s game two performance (19:28). ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on the NBA’s return thus far (35:28). Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston on the Leafs’ Game 2 performance, and the team’s reaction to Muzzin’s injury (50:19). The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast’s David Samson on MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s statement that the league’s COVID-19 protocols are working, and his impressions of the season thus far (1:11:50).

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