The LeafsCast - A Toronto Maple Leafs Podcast

Game 3 had all the makings of a statement win—until it didn’t. The Leafs coughed up the lead, got burned by a few unlucky bounces, and of course, it was Brad Marchand (because of course it was) who played villain with the overtime dagger. We break down what went wrong, who needs to step up, and whether Coach Berube might throw a little extra sandpaper into the Game 4 lineup. The good news? The Leafs still lead the series 2-1. The bad news? We’re all emotionally fragile now. Time to tighten things up, steal one back, and remind Marchand this isn’t 2013 (or 2018, or 2019, or 2024...)

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The Leafs take Game 2 in Florida and we’re fired up! We break down the standout performances that led to the win, discuss what the Leafs need to do to keep the series momentum, and let loose on the Panthers’ dirty antics. All that and more in a fired-up playoff edition of The Leafscast.

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The Leafs kick off Round 2 with a thrilling 5-4 win over the Florida Panthers, but the story isn’t all celebration. A dirty, sneaky headshot knocks Anthony Stolarz out of the game, casting a shadow over an otherwise strong team performance. The Leafscast breaks down how the Leafs built their lead, what went wrong late, and what comes next with the crease in question heading into Game 2.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to the second round after finally closing out the Ottawa Senators with a 4-2 win in Game 6. William Nylander scored twice on his birthday, Max Pacioretty buried the game winner, and Leafs fans everywhere can finally exhale. In this episode, we break down the chaos and joy of that final game, talk about who stepped up (and who still needs to), and look ahead to a much tougher challenge in the Florida Panthers. But mostly—we just enjoy not collapsing for once.

Game 5 just ended, and the vibes are not good. The Leafs get shut out 4-0 by the Senators and now head back to Toronto with old playoff scars being freshly reopened. In this episode, we vent our frustrations, dissect the on-ice failures (what's up with Matthews?), and try to figure out what went wrong after a commanding 3-0 series lead. But it’s not all doom and gloom — we also look ahead to Game 6, what lineup and strategy changes are needed, and whether this team can still flip the script. Buckle up.

The Leafs had a golden chance to finish the series — and let it slip away. We break down what went wrong in Game 4, who needs to step up, and why fans should still believe. Plus: lineup adjustments, goaltending thoughts, and what to expect heading back to Toronto.

The Leafs are on the brink of a sweep after a dramatic 3-2 overtime win in Game 3 against the Ottawa Senators. In this episode of The LeafsCast, we break down Simon Benoit's heroic performance — because when the Leafscast asked who was going to carry the boats and the logs - he answered the call! We dive into the Leafs' playstyle, standout contributors across the lineup, and the subtle shifts that helped them take control of the series. Plus, we look ahead to Game 4 on Saturday: do the Leafs have the killer instinct to finish the job in a sweep?

The Leafs are up 2-0 in the series after a nerve-wracking 3-2 overtime win in Game 2 — but it wasn’t exactly a textbook performance. In this episode of The Leafscast, we break down how Toronto jumped out to an early lead but then took their foot off the gas, allowing Ottawa to claw their way back into it. We give full credit to Anthony Stolarz, who kept the team in it with some massive saves, and Max Domi, who stepped up in OT with the game on his stick.We talk standout performances, what went wrong in the second half of the game, and why the Leafs can’t afford to let off the pressure moving forward. A win is a win, but if this team wants to make a real run, there’s still work to be done.

The playoffs are finally here — and the Leafs wasted no time making a statement! In this short but loaded episode, we break down Toronto’s impressive 6-2 win over the Ottawa Senators in Game 1 of the first round. From offensive outbursts and standout performances to tight defensive structure and strong special teams, everything seemed to click for the Leafs in this one. We cover who stepped up, which adjustments paid off, and why this win feels like more than just a solid start. Can the Leafs keep this momentum rolling through the series? We’ve got thoughts on that too. Playoff hockey is here, and the boys are buzzing!

The stage is set: Leafs vs. Senators — the Battle of Ontario is finally back in the playoffs! In this episode, we build our ideal playoff forward lineup for the Leafs: who should land on the second line, how the third line should shape up, and which depth players could find themselves on the outside looking in. Then it’s a head-to-head comparison of star power: Matthews vs. Tkachuk, Nylander vs. Stützle, Marner vs. Batherson — will Ottawa’s top players have an answer for Toronto’s biggest names when the pressure is on? We also break down what to expect from Craig Berube behind the bench — how his style differs from Sheldon Keefe, and whether the Leafs' special teams can hold up against an Ottawa squad that leads the league in drawing penalties. Finally, we each pick the biggest reason the Leafs will win — and the biggest concern heading into the series. Is this finally the year the Leafs exorcise their playoff demons?