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Welcome to Buds Mafia, where sports betting meets blind loyalty and delusional optimism. We’re two die-hard Leafs and Bills fans talking puck, pigskin, and everything in between. Sure, the Leafs and Bills are the heart of the show (because we're gluttons for punishment), but we're covering all things hockey and football — the news, the drama, the bets, and the wild takes you didn’t ask for but need anyway. Whether you're here for the Leafs misery, Bills Mafia madness, or love the chaos of sports fandom, grab a drink and join us for the ride. Go Buds. Go Bills. Go all in.

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Ep. 92 - The Leafs Are Giving Us Hope Again, Hellebuyck Traded & NFL Week 7

Season 3 · Episode 9

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 • Duration 01:07:02

The Toronto Maple Leafs are rolling, and Ryan and Jackson are starting to believe something might actually be different this season.

With four straight wins, Easton Cowan thriving alongside Auston Matthews, a fourth line bringing a completely new identity, and special teams dominating, there's plenty to be excited about in Toronto. We discuss Cowan's future contract, Matthews' growing leadership, the Marchenko-Knies trade, and why the Leafs shouldn't mess with their lines when John Tavares returns.

Around the NHL, we break down Connor Hellebuyck's blockbuster move to New Jersey and Brady Tkachuk's unforgettable return to Ottawa.

Plus, Jackson shares some huge personal news, we launch our second annual Movember campaign, and we run through NFL Week 7, Week 8 predictions, Wildcard Women, Lock of the Week and Ten Commandments.

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New episodes every Wednesday.

CHAPTERS

(00:00) Intro

(00:08) Welcome to Episode 92

(06:41) Buds Mafia Movember Returns

(09:22) Jackson's Big Announcement

(12:10) The Connor Hellebuyck Trade

(21:10) Brady Tkachuk's Ottawa Return

(29:24) The Leafs Are Giving Us Hope Again

(29:40) Easton Cowan's Next Contract

(32:02) Toronto's New Identity

(32:46) The Fourth Line Is Changing Everything

(43:26) Leafs Recap and Marchenko vs. Knies

(44:28) NFL Week 7 Recap

(58:00) NFL Week 8 Preview

(1:03:05) Wildcard Women

(1:03:36) Lock of the Week

(1:03:49) Ten Commandments

(1:05:49) Final Thoughts

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Ep.91 - Leafs Coaching Chaos, McKenna & Bills Win Again

Season 3 · Episode 7

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 • Duration 01:12:07

The Leafs are struggling, the Bills are 5-1, and there's plenty to unpack in Episode 91 of the Buds Mafia Podcast.

Ryan and Jackson start with the latest NHL news, including Vegas finding scoring throughout its lineup, Connor Hellebuyck's situation in Winnipeg, Owen Power's impressive start, Philadelphia's struggles, and the Boston Bruins continuing to surprise.

Then it's all about Toronto. Jim Hiller's handling of Gavin McKenna raises serious questions, the goaltending continues to disappoint, and the Leafs' inability to move the puck out of their own zone is becoming a major concern. Does Toronto really need another shutdown defenceman, or is more skill and poise on the back end the answer?

On the NFL side, the Bills Blueprint returns after Buffalo's win over Las Vegas. Josh Allen continues to deliver, James Cook bounces back, and the Bills enter their bye week at 5-1 despite ongoing concerns about the secondary.

We also break down an unpredictable NFL Week 6, preview all the Week 7 matchups, and return with Wildcard Women, Lock of the Week, and our Ten Commandments.

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS

(0:00) - Intro and Josh Allen appreciation(2:40) - Draft or Dump(6:12) - NHL news and Vegas keeps rolling(9:07) - Connor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets(14:01) - Owen Power's impressive start(14:54) - What's going wrong in Philadelphia?(17:00) - The Boston Bruins keep proving us wrong(18:40) - Jim Hiller and Gavin McKenna(21:43) - The Leafs' goaltending and defensive problems(27:20) - Bills Blueprint: Buffalo heads into the bye at 5-1(37:20) - NFL Week 6 recap(56:24) - Ballin' or Bailin'(58:07) - NFL Week 7 predictions(1:06:52) - Wildcard Women(1:07:44) - Lock of the Week(1:08:02) - Week 7 Ten Commandments

New Buds Mafia episodes every Wednesday.

Ep. 90 – Jonny Lazarus Returns: Leafs Playoff Hopes, Rangers Without Igor & NHL Talk

Season 3 · Episode 6

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 • Duration 01:40:26

Jonny Lazarus is back on Buds Mafia for Episode 90, and he's buying into the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Ryan sits down with Jonny to talk about why he believes the Leafs have too much talent to miss the playoffs, Gavin McKenna's rookie season, the Knies–Marchenko trade, and whether Toronto can finally put it all together.

We also dive into the New York Rangers' hot start, life without Igor Shesterkin, Alexis Lafrenière, Gabe Perreault's next contract, and the future of the franchise. Plus, some Red Wings talk and Canada vs. USA hockey.

After the interview, Ryan and Jackson break down the Leafs' latest games before Jackson tries to make sense of another completely insane Buffalo Bills victory over the Rams. Josh Allen, the Bills' defense, NFL Week 5 reactions, Week 6 predictions, and the Ten Commandments are all on the table.

A little hockey, a lot of football, and plenty of questionable opinions.

Episode 90 of Buds Mafia.

(00:00) Coming Up on Episode 90

(00:45) Welcome to Buds Mafia Episode 90

(03:29) Draft or Dump

(07:48) Jonny Lazarus Joins the Show

(08:39) Are the New York Rangers Legit?

(11:45) What Happens Without Igor Shesterkin?

(13:38) Albert Smits vs. Chase Reid

(16:01) Is Alexis Lafrenière Finally Breaking Out?

Ep. 89 - Should Leafs Fans Be Worried About Gavin McKenna?

Season 3 · Episode 5

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • Duration 01:16:17

The NHL season is underway and there's already plenty to talk about.

On Episode 89 of Buds Mafia, Ryan and Jackson break down the Leafs' start to the season, Gavin McKenna's early struggles, Easton Cowan's impressive play, the developing chemistry between Auston Matthews and Kirill Marchenko and Toronto's need for help on defence. Pasted markdown.

Around the NHL, the guys discuss the Simon Edvinsson situation in Detroit, Dylan Larkin getting booed at the Red Wings' home opener, Evan Bouchard's ridiculous start and the early Norris conversation.

Then it's over to the NFL after Buffalo's loss to New England. What went wrong for Josh Allen and the Bills offense? Did Joe Brady get outcoached? And what does Buffalo need to fix before taking on the Rams?

Plus: NFL Week 4 recap, Ballin' or Bailin', Week 5 predictions, Lock of the Week and the Ten Commandments.

Buds Mafia Episode 89

Episode 89 Timestamps

(0:00) - Intro

(3:37) - Draft or Dump

(7:58) - NHL News & Early Season Reactions

(11:07) - Simon Edvinsson & Detroit's Mess

(15:03) - Dylan Larkin Gets Booed

(17:54) - Evan Bouchard's Insane Start

(19:51) - Leafs Early Season Reactions

(23:47) - What's Going On With Gavin McKenna?

(27:24) - Pettersson & Vancouver

(28:43) - Jack Hughes Interview Drama

Ep. 88 - Matthew Knies TRADED for Kirill Marchenko

Season 3 · Episode 4

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 01:08:29

Episode 88 of Buds Mafia is here.

The Maple Leafs have made a massive move, trading Matthew Knies to Columbus in a blockbuster deal for Kirill Marchenko. We break down the entire trade, what Toronto is losing in Knies, why Marchenko could make the Leafs better, his new contract and what the move means for Toronto’s new-look top six.

We also get into the latest NHL news, Gavin McKenna’s preseason, Auston Matthews looking healthy, the rising salary cap, Dylan Larkin trade possibilities and more from around the league.

Then we switch to the NFL. The Bills are 3-0 after an ugly win over the Chargers, James Cook continues to dominate, Greg Rousseau is on a ridiculous start, and we recap everything from Week 3 before making our Week 4 picks.

Plus: Bills Blueprint, Ballin’ or Bailin’, Wildcard Women, Lock of the Week and the Week 4 Ten Commandments.

(00:00) Intro & Draft or Dump

(07:30) Matthew Knies TRADED for Kirill Marchenko

(18:25) NHL News Around the League

(25:36) Bills Blueprint: Buffalo Moves to 3-0

(37:43) NFL Week 3 Recap

(53:52) Ballin' or Bailin'

(56:43) NFL Week 4 Predictions

(1:03:36) Wildcard Women

(1:04:43) Lock of the Week and Ten Commandments

Ep. 87 - Can the Leafs Actually Make the Playoffs?

Season 3 · Episode 3

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • Duration 01:33:13

The NHL season is almost here and we're wrapping up our division previews with the Atlantic.

We break down the completely new-look Toronto Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews, Gavin McKenna, the Leafs' playoff chances and where we see the Atlantic Division heading this season.

We also get into the Dylan Larkin situation, Connor Hellebuyck sitting out, why Ryan is ready to bet his parents' house that Kirill Marchenko is getting traded, and the latest contracts around the NHL.

Then it's over to football. The Bills are 2-0 after taking down Detroit, Josh Allen and the offense are rolling, and we go through everything that happened during a chaotic NFL Week 2 before making our picks for Week 3.

Plus Bills Blueprint, Ballin' or Bailin', Wildcard Women, Lock of the Week and the Week 3 Ten Commandments.

New episodes of Buds Mafia every Wednesday.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

(00:00) — Intro and Weekend Recap

(12:09) — NHL News Around the League

(23:00) — Atlantic Division Breakdown

(37:40) — NFL Week 2 Recap

(40:03) — The Bills Blueprint

(1:14:41) — Ballin' or Bailin'

(1:19:03) — Week 3 Lines and Predictions

(1:26:31) — Wildcard Women

(1:28:32) — Lock of the Week and The Ten Commandments

Ep. 86 - NFL Week 1 Recap + Week 2 Picks & Central Division Predictions

Season 3 · Episode 2

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 • Duration 01:26:17

Week 1 is officially in the books.

The Bills pick up a huge win in Houston, Josh Allen looks like an MVP, and we're breaking down Buffalo's entire performance in The Bills Blueprint — offense, defense, special teams and everything that stood out from the win.

Then we go around the league for our full NFL Week 1 recap before debuting Ballin' or Bailin', looking at the biggest surprise performances and biggest letdowns from opening weekend.

Then we're looking ahead to Week 2 with our picks and predictions for every matchup.

On the hockey side, we start with the latest NHL signings and Dylan Larkin being stripped of the captaincy before going team-by-team through the Central Division. Colorado is still loaded, Utah looks dangerous, St. Louis could surprise people, Chicago might actually be interesting and Winnipeg could be heading in the wrong direction.

Plus, the first Wildcard Women results are in, both Locks of the Week cash to start us 1-0, and the Ten Commandments went 8/10 in Week 1 with the entire low-risk parlay hitting.

Now we build the commandments for Week 2.

Buds Mafia Episode 86 — Season 3, Episode 2.

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Buds Mafia Season 3 Opener | NFL Week 1 Predictions + The Ten Commandments Return

Season 3 · Episode 1

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 • Duration 44:10

SEASON 3 IS HERE.

Buds Mafia is back for Episode 85, and we're kicking off the new season with a fucking loaded show.

The NFL is officially back, so we're going game-by-game through Week 1 with our predictions, betting lines and biggest matchups. We also finish our NFL division previews with the AFC East and AFC West before resetting the records for a brand-new season of Wildcard Women and Lock of the Week.

And most importantly: THE TEN COMMANDMENTS ARE BACK.

Three low-risk bets. Add two more for the five-leg medium-risk parlay. Then we completely lose our minds and add five more for the full 10-leg high-risk Ten Commandments parlay.

On the NHL side, we break down the Pacific Division and give our predictions for all eight teams, including whether Edmonton should dominate, Vegas takes a step back, San Jose can actually make the playoffs and whether LA could surprise people.

Plus Zeev Buium's massive eight-year extension, Luke Evangelista to New Jersey, and why Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov might need to have a conversation with their agent.

Season 3 starts now.

Episode 85 Topics:

- NFL Week 1 predictions and betting lines

- AFC East predictions

- AFC West predictions

Season 2 Finale - Cale Makar Gets $163M + AFC North & South Predictions

Season 2 · Episode 49

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 • Duration 55:59

The Buds Mafia Season 2 Finale is here, and we've got a loaded one.

Cale Makar gets a massive 8-year, $163.2 million extension, Connor Hellebuyck reportedly wants out, Erik Karlsson gets linked to the Toronto Maple Leafs, and we officially begin our 2026-27 NHL Division Previews with the Metropolitan Division.

Then we're going heavy NFL with our AFC North and AFC South predictions. Ravens or Bengals? What does Mike McCarthy do in Pittsburgh? Can Cleveland surprise anyone? And is the AFC South coming down to Jacksonville vs. Houston?

We finish things off with our PGA Tour Championship recap, Lock of the Week and Bet the Farm before officially putting Season 2 of Buds Mafia in the books.

Season 3 is next.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS

(00:00) — Intro and Draft or Dump

(6:41) — Quinn Hughes Drama

(10:15) — Hellebuyck Trade Request

(14:29) — Makar Historic Deal

(18:02) —Metro Division Breakdown

(33:11) — Karlsson to the Leafs?

Ep. 83 - The Athletic’s U23 Rankings Are INSANE + NFC North & South Predictions

Season 2 · Episode 48

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 51:53

The Athletic dropped its latest NHL under-23 rankings and we have some serious fucking questions.

Gavin McKenna sits at #18, Zach Benson comes in all the way down at #124, and some of the names ahead of McKenna have us scratching our heads. We break down the rankings, what McKenna still needs to prove and whether Benson is getting completely disrespected.

Around the NHL, we ask whether the new-look San Jose Sharks can actually make the playoffs, what expectations should be in Ottawa, and what a new Drake Batherson contract could look like after a career year.

Then we continue our 2026 NFL Division Preview with the NFC North and NFC South. Bears. Packers. Vikings. Lions. Panthers. Buccaneers. Falcons. Saints. We go team by team through the offseason moves, expectations and our predictions for two divisions that could be completely up for grabs.

We finish things off on the golf course with our BMW Championship recap, our picks for the Tour Championship, and another week of Lock of the Week and Bet the Farm.

Buds Mafia Episode 83.

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(00:00) — Intro and Marners Security

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