Explore every episode of the podcast The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs
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| Should the Leafs be worried about Sergei Bobrovsky? | 27 oct. 2026 | 00:46:00 | |
Sergey Bobrovsky hasn't quite found his groove yet as the Maple Leafs goalie. Jonas and James discuss Bob's season to date, the Leafs standout penalty kill and powerplay, the injuries that have dominated this team so far, including the latest to Kirill Marchenko, what if any available assets John Chayka has to deal for a much needed defensemen and the feel good, emergence of the Leafs fourth line. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Auston Matthews is looking like a superstar again for the Leafs | 21 oct. 2026 | 00:46:41 | |
Auston Matthews has been the difference maker that the Maple Leafs need to have success. Easton Cowan has taken the leap as a player that the team can count on, and Gavin McKenna is settling in after his benching earlier this season from head coach Jim Hiller. Jonas Siegel and guest co-host Chris Johnston discuss the Maple Leafs highs and lows as the season reaches the 11 game mark. Hosts: Jonas Siegel With: Chris Johnston Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are the Leafs trending in the right direction? | 14 oct. 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
The Maple Leafs ended their first road trip of the season with a record of 1-1-1. The guys discuss the struggles of goalie Anthony Stolarz and defenseman Morgan Rielly in the loss to Utah, how the defensive pairings look without Chris Tanev, they critique the play of Kirill Marchenko, William Nylander and Auston Matthews, how the team is using Gavin McKenna, the outstanding penalty kill, the middling powerplay and if there are any pieces available to acquire a number one defenceman? Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Maple Leafs have been an early-season rollercoaster | 09 oct. 2026 | 00:36:34 | |
The Maple Leafs are 2-2-1 to start the season. Jonas and James look back on the shootout loss in Vegas and the comeback win over the Predators in Toronto. They discuss the goaltending tandem of Sergei Bobrovsky and Anthony Stolarz, the top 6 which continues to get tweaked by head coach Jim Hiller, Gavin McKenna getting that monkey off his back, the more dependable third line this year from last and a work in progress fourth line which welcomes the just recalled Miles Wood ahead of games vs the Avalanche and Mammoth on Saturday and Tuesday. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How real is Easton Cowan’s hot start? | 01 oct. 2026 | 00:45:35 | |
Easton Cowan leads the Leafs in scoring after two games. Jonas and James discuss his progression and the improvement on the Leafs third line with Nick Paul and Colton Sissons and the penalty kill from last season. The guys talk about the early season struggles of Tavares, Nylander and McKenna, blueline newcomer Darryn Raddysh and dynamic power forward Kirill Marchenko. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Maple Leafs acquire Kirill Marchenko on eve of season | 28 sept. 2026 | 00:21:31 | |
The Maple Leafs acquired star winger Kirill Marchenko from the Blue Jackets on Monday afternoon, and immediately signed him to a 75 million, 6 year extension which will kick in next season. Jonas and James react to this shocking deal on the eve of the season, if Marchenko plays on the Matthews or Tavares line and why the Leafs seemed to give up on fan favourite Matthew Knies. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How good will the rebuilt Maple Leafs be this season? | 25 sept. 2026 | 00:56:57 | |
With training camp coming to an end, and the Maple Leafs enjoying some down time at Auston Matthews house in Arizona, Jonas and James discuss Gavin McKenna skating on a line with John Tavares and William Nylander, Jack Roslovic playing right wing with Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly paired with Darren Raddysh on the number one defensive unit and Zack MacEwen replacing Steven Lorentz on the roster ahead of the Leafs opening night game vs the Montreal Canadiens. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Who will Gavin McKenna skate with at Leafs camp? | 17 sept. 2026 | 00:49:40 | |
Maple Leafs training camp is underway, and all eyes are on first overall pick Gavin McKenna. The Leaf Report with Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle returns for another season to discuss the Leafs blue chip prospect, where McKenna fits into the lineup and how the other lines shape up under new head coach Jim Hiller. They guys tackle the defence pairings, Morgan Rielly and Matthew Knies remaining in Toronto after a summer of trade rumours, and the addition of Sergey Bobrovsky, who solidifies the goaltending position for the Maple Leafs. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are the Maple Leafs better after a very active July 1st? | 02 juil. 2026 | 01:08:44 | |
The Maple Leafs were the busiest team on the first day of free agency, acquiring Nick Paul via trade, and Colton Sissons, Brandon Duhaime, Teddy Blueger and Jack Roslivic and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky via free agency. Jonas and James discuss the job that new General Manager John Chayka did and if the moves are enough to make the Maple Leafs a contending team in the NHL again? Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What will Gavin McKenna's impact be with the Maple Leafs? | 30 juin 2026 | 00:55:55 | |
The Maple Leafs drafted 10 players on the weekend, including first overall pick Gavin McKenna. Scott Wheeler joins Jonas and James to dissect the Leaf picks, including where McKenna best fits on the Leafs roster. With Free Agency opening up on Canada Day, and the trade market already on a heaterm the guys look at some of the more intriguing names available, including Zach Werenski, Mason Marchment and Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle With: Scott Wheeler Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Darren Raddysh deal is high risk, high reward for Maple Leafs | 19 juin 2026 | 00:38:58 | |
The Maple Leafs kick started the off-season with a trade and signing for former Lightning defender Darren Raddysh. The Toronto native signs an 8 year contract to come home to the GTA to quarterback the power-play. Jonas and James discuss the right handed shots strengths and weaknesses, how he fits in with the club and what might be next for the Maple Leafs leading up to the draft. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why Jim Hiller is the right choice for the Maple Leafs | 18 juin 2026 | 00:31:33 | |
Jim Hiller becomes the 41st head coach in the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Jonas and James discuss why Hiller was the right choice for the Leafs right now, his relationship with Auston Matthews and William Nylander and his flexibility on systems and coaching to his roster's strengths. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Making sense of the Joseph Woll trade | 16 juin 2026 | 00:31:14 | |
Maple Leafs General Manager John Chayka made his first major move, dealing Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to Philadelphia for Samuel Ersson, Emil Andrae and a 2026 third-round pick. Jonas and James try to make sense of the deal and clear up the Leafs cloudy goaltending situation, they provide an update on the Leafs coaching search, the rumours surrounding Morgan Rielly, and they look ahead to the draft in Buffalo next week. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should the Maple Leafs trade Matthew Knies? | 09 juin 2026 | 00:49:12 | |
The Maple Leafs are in the final phase of the search for a new head coach, with five candidates remaining. Jonas and James wonder if the Leafs should just wait until Bruce Cassidy is free and clear of the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss the trade that wasn't, involving Matthew Knies to Montreal, and if the Leafs should go after Dylan Larkin? They talk about Max Domi's health, the success of Mitch Marner in the Stanley Cup Final, how Mike Babcock will fit in as the coach of the Edmonton Oilers and they remember former General Manager Cliff Fletcher who passed away at the age of 90 last week. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto Maple Leafs annual State of the Franchise | 02 juin 2026 | 00:35:54 | |
The Maple Leafs are in a transition this off-season, with a new front office and a laundry list of player evaluation decisions to make. Jonas Siegel is joined by Sean McIndoe to discuss if the number one pick should be in play, will Auston Matthews return to form as a Leaf, or for another team? Should Matthew Knies join Morgan Rielly on the trade block, and who the Leafs should hire as their next head coach? Plus Down Goes Brown offers his opinion on Mitch Marner's dynamic playoff run with the Vegas Golden Knights. Hosts: Jonas Siegel With Sean McIndoe Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Who will replace Berube behind the Maple Leafs bench? | 13 mai 2026 | 00:40:39 | |
Toronto Maple Leaf General Manager John Chayka relieved Craig Berube of his coaching duties after only two years behind the Leafs bench on Wednesday morning. Jonas and James discuss Berube's tenure as the Leafs head coach and they take a look at some of the candidates that might be on the list to be the 42nd coach in Maple Leaf history. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should the Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna with their first pick? | 06 mai 2026 | 00:34:32 | |
On the heels of the Maple Leafs winning the draft lottery, Jonas and James welcome draft and prospect insider Scott Wheeler to discuss the pros and cons of the Leafs selecting dynamic winger Gavin McKenna with the first pick. They profile other options including Swedish winger Ivar Stenberg, American defensemen Chase Reid and Canadian centre Caleb Malhotra, and James and Jonas wonder if this good news for the Leafs, changes Auston Matthews outlook on staying with Toronto. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle With: Scott Wheeler Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Analyzing the Maple Leafs' unusual new front office and bizarre introductory press conference. | 05 mai 2026 | 00:42:42 | |
The Maple Leafs brand new hockey operations department was announced on Monday. Jonas and James discuss the addition of John Chayka as General Manager and Mats Sundin as senior executive advisor, and a strange uncomfortable press conference held by Keith Pelley, with more questions left unanswered by the head of Maple Leaf Sport and Entertainment. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is John Chayka really the best option to guide the Maple Leafs? | 30 avr. 2026 | 00:38:47 | |
With news trickling out about the hiring of a new Maple Leafs management team, Jonas and James discuss the shocking decision by the franchise to reportedly hire John Chayka as the next General Manager, and Mats Sundin as team president. They talk about Tie Domi's involvement in the decision, the possible conflict of interest in hiring Chayka as he is represented by the firm hired by MLSE to look for a new Hockey operations leader. Is Chayka, who has been out of the league for 5 years, and has had a checkered past and an iffy track record as GM of the Arizona Coyotes the best that Keith Pelley could do? Is the legendary Mats Sundin, who has been out of the game and in Europe for the past 17 years qualified to run and right this ship? What will Auston Matthews think? Will Pelley be able to get buy-in from a frustrated fanbase and the media? Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Inside the Maple Leafs stunning fall from grace | 15 avr. 2026 | 00:49:01 | |
With the Leafs season mercifully coming to an end this evening in Ottawa, it’s been a stunning fall for the Maple Leafs, from perennial regular season juggernaut and playoff disappointment to the NHL basement. NHL insider Chris Johnston joins Jonas and Mirtle to discuss the Leafs fall, the influence of Keith Pelley, the AI of it all, and if the right person will be hired to save this franchise, yet again. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle With: Chris Johnston Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why is Craig Berube still coaching the Maple Leafs? | 07 avr. 2026 | 00:42:47 | |
With the Leafs officially eliminated from the playoffs after nine straight playoff seasons, Jonas and James discuss why the Maple Leafs have held on to Craig Berube with Peter Deboer coming off the board, being hired by the New York Islanders this past weekend. Plus the guys talk about Florida Panthers assistant General Manager Sunny Mehta, one of the names the Leafs are interested in as the next hockey operations leader for Toronto's hockey team. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is Keith Pelley in over his head as President of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment? | 31 mars 2026 | 01:12:27 | |
Brad Treliving lasted less than three seasons as General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Monday night, before the Leafs game in Anaheim vs the Ducks, the hockey club announced Treliving's firing after a nightmare season which saw the end of a nine year playoff streak for Toronto. Jonas and James provide reaction from Tuesday's press conference involving MLSE president Keith Pelley, who should be considered to be the next leader of the Maple Leafs, what the rest of the management structure should look like and the guys take a look at Treliving's tenure as the Maple Leafs general manage before answering your questions in the Leaf Report pod-bag.. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shades of the 14/15 season for the Maple Leafs | 23 mars 2026 | 00:40:14 | |
The Maple Leafs chances have landing a top five pick are growing with each loss. Jonas and James get into that, they debate Craig Berube's usage of the roster, how much of this current team should even come back, Morgan Rielly fighting against the Islanders and the forced toughness debate and the rematch with Anaheim, coming up next week. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MIrtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is Auston Matthews long-term future with the Maple Leafs? | 16 mars 2026 | 00:54:14 | |
With the season ending injury to Auston Matthews still dominating the news, Jonas and James discuss the job of NHL player safety, and how it needs to be improved. They dissect the lack of response and team toughness from the Maple Leafs, and if Auston Matthews has played his last game for the Leafs? Plus, the boys talk about the team needing a new leader with a definitive plan, the suddenly hot Leafs, possibly playing themselves out of a top 5 pick and who exactly Bo Groulx is? Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How low can the 'stuck in the mud' Maple Leafs go? | 11 mars 2026 | 00:51:17 | |
The Maple Leafs are riding an 8 game losing streak with no end in sight. Jonas and James discuss if the team should fire Craig Berube now, or wait till the end of the season, if we should expect to see anymore callups from the Marlies, if there is a way Brad Treliving returns as General Manager next season, Easton Cowan's usage, Auston Matthews 12 game goalless streak and how realistinc the Leafs race to the bottom of the standings is and why finishing 5th last, might not be the best for the franchise. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Middling trade deadline for the Leafs magnifies a season failure | 07 mars 2026 | 00:44:35 | |
With the 2026 trade deadline in the rearview mirror, Jonas and James analyze the Maple Leafs three transactions, sending Nicolas Roy to Colorado for a 1st and 5th round pick, Bobby McMann returning a 2nd and 4th round pick from Seattle, and getting a conditional 3rd round pick from Los Angeles for Scott Laughton. The guys discuss the players that didn't move, Brad Treliving's post trade comments, and how Craig Berube should approach the final 19 games of the 25/26 Maple Leafs season. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is this a make or break trade deadline for the Leafs? | 03 mars 2026 | 00:45:13 | |
With the NHL's trade deadline four days away, and the Maple Leafs clearly not a playoff team, Jonas and James welcome NHL Insider Chris Johnston to discuss the latest on the trade front for the Leafs, what Brad Treliving's approach will be in restocking the Leafs prospect cupboard and Jonas and James discuss Craig Berube's failure to adjust his coaching plan for the roster that he has to work with. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle With: Chris Johnston Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Auston Matthews is an Olympic Champion | 23 févr. 2026 | 00:54:14 | |
The 12 year wait for the NHL to participate at the Winter Olympics was worth it. The Milan games was a tournament for the ages with Jonas and James looking back on the two week event, they critique the performance of Gold Medalist Auston Matthews and how William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson looked for Team Sweden. Plus the boys break down the Leafs upcoming schedule leading up to the trade deadline and provide an injury update on Dakota Joshua and Chris Tanev. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Will the Maple Leafs be aggressive leading up to the deadline? | 04 févr. 2026 | 00:51:14 | |
The Maple Leafs, who collected 6 of a possible 8 points on their four game road trip are at a crossroads. Should they try to stay in the race, or sell for a quick reboot to ultimately strengthen the franchise for years to come? Jonas and James debate this important issue and look at the development of Easton Cowan, how the Leafs have fared without Morgan Rielly. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is the Maple Leaf season beyond repair? | 26 janv. 2026 | 00:42:29 | |
After a lousy weekend in Toronto where the Maple Leafs lost on home ice to Vegas and Colorado, the Leafs, losers of 6 of their past 7 games see their playoff chances dip even further. Jonas and James wonder if there is anything Craig Berube and Brad Treliving can do, they discuss Auston Matthews off ice performance vs the Golden Knights and they address 'bird-gate', courtesy of William Nylander. Hosts: Jones Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet http://theathletic.com/survey26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto braces for the return of Mitch Marner | 22 janv. 2026 | 00:38:24 | |
It's safe to say that the Maple Leafs most recent hot streak is a thing of the past. James welcomes Sean McIndoe to discuss the Leafs latest tailspin with home ice losses to Minnesota and Detroit, after a 2-1-1 road trip. The guys talk about the Leafs current chances of making the playoffs, injuries to Brandon Carlo and Oliver Ekman-Larsson on the blueline and how former Maple Leaf Mitch Marner will be received when the Vegas Golden Knights play in Toronto, on Friday night. Host: James Mirtle With: Sean McIndoe Producer: Jeff Domet Take our listener survey: http://theathletic.com/survey26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Maple Leafs in desperate need of a number one defenseman | 20 janv. 2026 | 00:49:03 | |
Jonas and James look back on a poor effort by the Maple Leafs vs Minnesota, as they returned home from a five game road trip. The guys discuss the challenging upcoming schedule including games vs Detroit, Vegas, Carolina and Buffalo. They talk about the Leafs need for a number one defensemen, and if Dougie Hamilton could be the solution, and they provide an injury update on Anthony Stolarz and William Nylander. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Take our listener survey: http://theathletic.com/survey26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Leafs loss in Utah doesn't overshadow their improved play | 14 janv. 2026 | 00:41:45 | |
Coming off a predictable loss in Utah for an exhausted Maple Leaf team, Jonas and James praise the game of the year for the buds, beating the NHL's best, the Colorado Avalanche, in Denver on Monday night. They discuss the highs and lows from their 8-0-2 run, the special teams improvement, how hot they have to remain to qualify for the playoffs and if they should make a trade, or stand pat, as they prepare for their first ever game against Mitch Marner, Thursday night in Vegas. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Likeable Laughton and his Maple Leafs are brimming with confidence | 09 janv. 2026 | 00:39:57 | |
With the Maple Leafs on a 6-0-2 run, James welcomes former Maple Leaf Carlo Colaiacovo, the host of TSN 1050's First Up to discuss the Leafs hot streak, Scott Laughton's all timer performance vs his former team in Philadelphia, Dennis Hildeby, Nick Robertson and Troy Stecher being pleasant surprises for the Leafs this season and how badly the team needs to trade for another defenceman. Plus, Mirtle answers your questions in the Leaf Report pod-bag. Host: James Mirtle With: Carlo Colaiacovo Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Auston Matthews makes history & Maple Leafs at the half | 05 janv. 2026 | 00:49:32 | |
Jonas and James return with the first new Leaf Report of 2026 and discuss Auston Matthews historic achievement, passing Mats Sundin for the most goals scored in Maple Leaf history. The guys discuss the Leafs 4-0-2 run, their chances of making the playoffs, the improved power-play, overtime ice time, the poor play of Morgan Rielly, yet another injury to Chris Tanev, and if they need to trade for a defenceman. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Will the Maple Leafs stick with Craig Berube? | 22 déc. 2025 | 00:45:51 | |
The Maple Leafs are free falling and Craig Berube's job continues to hang by a thread. Auston Matthews is a shell of the top line player that he once was. The Leafs powerplay, once lethal is now predictable. William Nylander hasn't scored a goal in December. Jonas Siegel and Dom Luszczyszyn try to get to the bottom of why this has happened and if there is any way out of this nightmare, for the 15th best team in the NHL's Eastern Conference. Host: Jonas Siegel With: Dom Luszczyszyn Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is this Maple Leaf season worth saving? | 19 déc. 2025 | 00:49:28 | |
James Mirtle is joined by Sportsnet the Fan 590 Toronto host J.D. Bunkis to discuss the Maple Leafs worst effort of the season, a 4-0 loss to the Capitals in DC. The guys dig into the putrid power-play, the play of Auston Matthews, if the team has completely quit on Craig Berube, how much blame goes to roster construction and the fan apathy and empty seats at Scotiabank Arena. Host: James Mirtle With: J.D. Bunkis Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What has happened to Auston Matthews? | 15 déc. 2025 | 00:38:08 | |
Auston Matthews seems to be a shell of the player that he once was. James Mirtle and Joshua Kloke look into why the former NHL MVP seems to have lost a few steps since he dominated the league two years ago. The guys discuss the lack of dominance from the Leafs leaders, the goalie rotation, Nick Robertson, Matias Maccelli and with the Maple Leafs currently at a 39% chance of making the playoffs, the long term future of Brad Treliving and Craig Berube in Toronto has to be on the line. Host: James Mirtle With: Joshua Kloke Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Thin Maple Leafs blue line takes another hit | 12 déc. 2025 | 00:31:13 | |
James is joined by former Maple Leaf defender Frankie Corrado to discuss the rash of injuries to the Leafs blueline including Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Dakota Mermis, Brandon Carlo and Chris Tanev, the impact that waiver claim Troy Stecher has had with the team and what Henry Thun can add in a pinch. They guys look at the rise of Dennis Hildeby, the powerplay finally scoring a goal and William Nylander moving down to the third line ahead of the Leafs next game, Saturday vs the Edmonton Oilers. Host: James Mirtle With: Frankie Corrado Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Goaltending suddenly a strength for Maple Leafs | 09 déc. 2025 | 00:53:33 | |
With Dennis Hildeby recording his first career shutout in the Leafs win over Tampa Bay on Monday night, Jonas and James discuss the new found strength and depth for the Leafs goaltending, they talk about the teams defensive improvements, Auston Matthews and Troy Stecher's recent play, the continued struggles of the power-play, what Matias Maccelli and Nick Robertson have to do to get back in the lineup and Bobby McMann's date with NHL Player Safety after high sticking Oliver Bjorkstrand. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are the Leafs back on track? | 05 déc. 2025 | 00:39:24 | |
The Leafs finished their road trip in convincing fashion with a 5-1 win over the Hurricanes in Raleigh on Thursday, despite losing starting goalie Joseph Woll to an undisclosed injury last night. James welcomes TSN's first class reporter Mark Masters to the show and the boys praise the beast mode of Matthew Knies, the emergence of the third line, the importance of Troy Stetcher and Scott Laughton and if the team has turned a corner after a tough start to the season. Host: James Mirtle With: Mark Masters Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What happened to Auston Matthews' shot? | 01 déc. 2025 | 00:43:50 | |
Coming off a regulation win in Pittsburgh on Saturday night, Jonas and James wonder if that performance might be a turning point for the team. They discuss the odds against the Maple Leafs to make the playoffs, what the workload should be for Joseph Woll, how Auston Matthews has looked since his return from injury, and the major test for the Leafs this week with games against Florida, Carolina and Montreal. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Maple Leafs thankful for Joseph Woll after OT win in Columbus | 27 nov. 2025 | 00:43:59 | |
James is joined by NHL insider Chris Johnston to discuss the Maple Leafs big overtime win in Columbus on Wednesday night, Joseph Woll's outstanding performance, Easton Cowan settling into the top 6, how Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies fared in their return from injury, the ongoing feud between William Nylander and Craig Berube. Host: James Mirtle With: Chris Johnston Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is Berube losing the room? | 24 nov. 2025 | 00:48:43 | |
With the Maple Leafs 3-5-2 in the past 10 games, Jonas and James reunite to discuss the perfect storm of storylines which see Toronto's hockey team with the 5th worst record in the NHL on November 24th. The guys dissect the poor play, if Craig Berube has any solutions, the injuries, the goalie situation, how the morale is inside the dressing room, trade options and if there is any way out of this tailspin? Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Maple Leafs at the quarter mark of the season | 19 nov. 2025 | 00:42:02 | |
Dom Luszczyszyn from the Athletic joins Mirtle to discuss the Maple Leafs at the quarter mark of the season, how surprised he is that the Leafs are in the tough spot that they are in, why the new guys haven't contributed, the issues with coach Craig Berube, if the goaltending is indeed as bad as it seems, who's having the worst season on the team and which are the worst current contracts value wise and what Dom would do to fix the roster. Host: James Mirtle With: Dom Luszczyszyn Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Struggling Maple Leafs in desperate need of a shakeup | 17 nov. 2025 | 00:34:46 | |
With the Maple Leafs losing streak at 5 games and counting, Jonas and James discuss the turmoil in Leaf land, including Craig Berube's future as head coach, his relationship with William Nylander, Nick Robertson's rise, Nic Roy's best game as a Leaf, the team picking up Troy Stetcher off of waivers, David Kamp's departure and the guys discuss trade options for the Leafs. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Burnt out Maple Leafs searching for a solution | 12 nov. 2025 | 00:40:17 | |
James welcomes JD Bunkis from the JD Bunkis podcast and Leaf Talk on Sportsnet Radio the Fan 590 in Toronto to discuss the latest loss by the Maple Leafs, the injuries to Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz, the brutal defensive play, the relationship between the coach and his players, what if anything the General Manager can do to improve this team, and if this team has anything for their fans and the city to look forward to. Host: James Mirtle With: JD Bunkis Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Maple Leafs 'immature' defensive deficiencies frustrate Berube | 10 nov. 2025 | 00:40:44 | |
The Maple Leafs lost both of their home games on the weekend to the Bruins and Hurricanes, and head coach Craig Berube is more than a little frustrated with his team's commitment to defence. Jonas and James discuss this latest turmoil with the Leafs, which also includes subpar goaltending, Cayden Primeau being waived, Joseph Woll getting into game shape in the AHL and the latest injury to Scott Laughton. It's not all bad though, the Power-play is showing signs of life and John Tavares and Nick Robertson are playing very well. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Have the Maple Leafs turned a corner after a slow start? | 06 nov. 2025 | 00:50:31 | |
After a convincing Leaf win over Utah, their 5th in 6 games, James and Joshua appreciate the play of John Tavares who scored his 501st career goal in the win, Auston Matthews looking like himself, the resurgent Nick Robertson, Matias Machelli bouncing back after a benching and Scott Laughton's successful season debut. Plus the guys answer your questions, including Chris Tanev's long term future as an NHL'er in another edition of the Leaf Report pod-bag. Host: James Mirtle With: Joshua Kloke Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Did the real Auston Matthews finally show up in victory over the Penguins? | 04 nov. 2025 | 00:55:03 | |
Auston Matthews had a huge third period which helped the Leafs beat the Penguins to get the win Monday night. Jonas and James discuss the brutal start and the better finish, the Leafs new look power-play and forward units at practice, the injury to Chris Tanev, the return of Scott Laughton and Steven Lorentz and they provide an update on David Kampf who wants out of Toronto. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||