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What a day of hockey! Justin and Mike try to fight off their hockey hangovers to worship at the feet of Thatcher Demko while tackling the Canucks’ defeat the hands of the Golden Knights first before appreciating the narrative armageddon that was avoided had Michael Hutchinson managed to drag Colorado into the Western Conference Final over the Dallas Stars. PLUS, the boys then wrap things up by teeing up our final game seven feast between the Flyers and Islanders. It’s the playoffs, baby! Catch the fever.

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There’s a lot to talk about here, folks. Justin and Mike do their best to break down one of the most unprecedented weeks in sports, beginning with the NHL players’ landmark demonstration of unity in response to the senseless shooting of Jacob Blake, and how that may point towards a brighter future. As well, the boys pay their respects to the Bruins’ dearly departed season, debate whether or not the Avalanche can come back against the Stars, congratulate the Islanders on their inevitable series victory, and commend the Canucks for even making it this far. PLUS, diving into the Coyotes’ harsh punishment and determining the best team fit for Frederik Andersen.

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It’s trade season, baby! The Leafs shocked the world today with an unexpected move to deal Kasperi Kapanen to the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Justin and Mike have all the analysis you crave. Who did the Leafs get back? How did they make out in the trade? Where does the team go from here? All those questions and more will be answered in today’s Emergency Pod

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The second round of the playoffs are finally here, and Justin and Mike have all the analysis you desperately crave. The boys break down the trio of eliminations games from Friday, discuss where the Flame, Habs and Blues go from here and tee up the matchups in what should be an exhilarating second round. PLUS, the guys condemn Mike Milbury’s horrifically sexist comments and plead for the NHL to allow itself to move forward in a progressive way.

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The first round is coming to an end and so is the 2019-20 season for a number of teams. Justin and Mike break down what was behind the Hurricanes, Blue Jackets and Coyotes’ exits from the playoffs and discuss where each team can go moving forward. PLUS, the boys revel in the hatred shared between the Flyers and Habs and debate which remaining Canadian team has the best shot at the Cup.

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The first round of the NHL Playoffs is finally in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited. Justin and Mike break down all that has happened in a wild week including the Montreal Canadiens’ miracle run, how Vancouver has turned into one of the most intriguing teams in the postseason, & what they’re most excited to see moving forward. PLUS, the boys break down Tuukka Rask's decision to leave the bubble & whether other players will follow suit

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The Leafs are heading home early after yet another disappointing season, but not before offering some words to the media first! Justin and Mike unpack everything that was said during year-end availabilities and discuss Kyle Dubas’ staunch defence of Cody Ceci, Mitch Marner admitted lack of engagement, and the belief from the team that they are on the precipice of success. PLUS, the boys relive the crazy SIX overtime thriller between Tampa and Columbus and discuss what would have happened if the Leafs had made it that far.

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Well, they did it again. The Maple Leafs’ season is over as Toronto drops another elimination game in heartbreaking fashion and enters an offseason filled with questions. Justin and Mike try to answer a few of those, such as what the team does with Mitch Marner, if Frederik Andersen’s days as a Leaf are numbered, which pieces are moving out, and much more. PLUS: with postseason failure comes draft lottery intrigue. What would getting Alexis Lafreniere do to the Leafs’ contention window? Listen to find out!

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What a game! Justin and Mike break down the non-stop thrill ride that was the Leafs’ game four performance and discuss the origins of the third period comeback, the culprits of the deficit that lead them there, and much more. PLUS, the boys take a trip around the NHL on a day of elimination games to figure out how the 12 seeds have managed to knock off their favoured opponents

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Justin Cuthbert assesses the damage after Pierre-Luc Dubois and the Columbus Blue Jackets heap onto the Maple Leafs playoff misery.

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