Leafs Morning Take

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill debate who should get the first crack at playing alongside Auston Matthews this season. From William Nylander to Jack Roslovic and beyond, the boys break down the leading candidates to fill one of the most important spots in Toronto's lineup.

Plus, the guys discuss the possibility of former Leafs prospect Semyon Der-Arguchintsev returning to the Maple Leafs organization. After spending the past few seasons in the KHL, the 25-year-old appears ready to make the jump back to North America—and Toronto could be a team to watch.

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Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Maple Leafs' decision to hire Sidney Crosby's long-time trainer, Andy O'Brien, as the team's new strength and conditioning coach. They also discuss the line combinations they would like to see when the season opens. Plus, new Leafs forward Jack Roslovic stops by to talk about signing in Toronto, reuniting with longtime friend Auston Matthews, and where he sees himself fitting into the lineup.

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Jack Roslovic joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to discuss signing a two-year deal with the Maple Leafs and why Toronto felt like the right fit. He talked about his offseason, getting set to arrive in the city later this month, and why every NHL season seems to sneak up on you.

Roslovic also discussed reuniting with Auston Matthews, revealing the two have been in regular contact and that Matthews has been a valuable resource in helping him prepare for life in Toronto. He explained why the chance to play alongside someone he's had success with before is exciting.

Additionally, Roslovic reflected on how his stint in Edmonton helped prepare him for the spotlight that comes with playing in a Canadian market, addressed why his free agency approach didn't change after last summer's lengthy wait to sign, and described the type of player Leafs fans can expect: a veteran with speed, high hockey IQ, strong playmaking ability, and a knack for scoring goals.

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Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill debate where the Maple Leafs stack up against the rest of the Atlantic Division heading into the 2026-27 season. They also break down Toronto's playoff odds via BET365 (YES: -115 | NO: -105), discuss nine Leafs landing on Daily Faceoff's Top 300 Fantasy Hockey Rankings, and are joined by Dallas Stars forward and Toronto native Wyatt Johnston for an exclusive interview.

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Dallas Stars forward Wyatt Johnston joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for an in-depth conversation. He starts by previewing The Circle of Champions, the August 18 charity event at Scotiabank Pond in Toronto, before reflecting on what it was like growing up in the city as a diehard Maple Leafs fan. Johnston shares memories of cheering for Phil Kessel and later admiring Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews, while explaining why returning home to play in front of friends and family always carries extra meaning.

Johnston also revisits his memorable first NHL goal in Toronto on April 13, when the Stars stormed back from a two-goal third-period deficit to beat the Leafs 6-5. He offers advice for top prospect Gavin McKenna as he prepares for life under the microscope in hockey's biggest market, weighs in on the NHL's exploding salary landscape and the wave of massive contracts signed this summer, and discusses why the Dallas Stars continue to churn out elite talent.

Plus, Johnston opens up about the impact Joe Pavelski had on his career, why living with the Pavelski family for two years was invaluable to his development, and why he wasn't surprised to hear his former teammate was in the mix for the Maple Leafs' head coaching job, calling Pavelski an outstanding hockey mind and mentor.

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