Frank Seravalli & Justin Bourne on Struggling Leafs
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by welcoming on NHL insider Frank Seravalli! Does Frank think that we see Auston Matthews return soon, and upon his return to the lineup what are reasonable expectations for him carrying this team? Where does Frank think the roster construction went wrong? How far back should we go back to see where it went wrong? Why didn’t the Leafs stars take long term deals like the rest of the stars in the league did? If they can’t turn it around how does Frank see the Leafs approaching the rest of this season? Will they try to salvage it or will they take a half step back for the team to be better in the future? After the break, Ben and Brent are joined by the co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, Justin Bourne! (25:35) What has Justin made of the slumping Leafs as they are currently constructed? What has gone wrong for them so far this year? Does Justin think they can turn it around? As they get more healthy will they continue to improve? If Craig Berube isn’t going to coach them hard then what is the point of him being the coach? Are we seeing anything differently tactically from Berube and Leafs other than trying harder? And do we need to give the Leafs a chance with a healthy roster. Ben and Brent close out the day with their final thoughts on where the Leafs currently sit.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.Â
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Leafs Hold Optional Skate + Raptors Keep Cooking w/ Alvin Williams
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour by discussing the Leafs' optional skate amid recent struggles. They question Craig Berube's coaching approach, especially given the team's performance, and speculate on Auston Matthews' potential return against the Blue Jackets. They also wonder about Anthony Stolarz's injury situation and the Leafs' injury reporting practices. Next, they analyze Adam Foote's comments on analytics and Russia. After the break, Sportsnet Raptors analyst Alvin Williams (26:23) joins to share insights on Brandon Ingram's fit with the team and his leadership potential. They discuss Scottie Barnes' growth, the Raptors' defensive play, and whether they're contenders in the Eastern Conference. Alvin also reflects on what the Raptors might learn from the NBA Cup and assesses Darko's development as a coach.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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Raptors Win 8th in a Row + Don Mattingly Speaks on IKF's Lead
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Tuesday by recapping the Raptors' 8th straight victory over the Cavaliers. They discuss Brandon Ingram's ranking among all-time Raptors scorers and whether he changes the team's potential in the Eastern Conference. They also ponder Scottie Barnes' development and if Sandro Mamukelashvili, or "Mamu," is becoming a fan favourite. Afterward, the duo reflects on Don Mattingly's comments about game strategy in the World Series and how it resonates with Blue Jays fans, wrapping up with a reaction to a controversial call from a Creighton Blue Jays announcer (27:23).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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Slumping Leafs with Luke Fox & Damien Cox
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the morning by welcoming on Sportsnet.ca Leafs reporter Luke Fox! What are Lukes takeaways from the disappointing loss on Saturday. Is Luke panicked about the season at all? Can we wait until they get healthy until we really render a judgment about them? Can we count on Auston Matthews to find his old form or this who is who he is going to be? What is the best direction for this team? Does the front office have a plan? Taking a half step back or doubling down on this core and add to it? In general, is this core of Matthews, Nylander, and Tavares going to be good enough a year from now to get them over the hump? The guys are then joined by Toronto Star columnist Damien Cox! (23:58) What has Damien made of this team so far? Did the front office make it worse? What is Brad Treliving building here, and what is the plan? How does the front office make this team better? And what do they do next? Ben and Brent close out the morning offering there final thoughts on the state of the Leafs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.Â
In the second hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Leafs' loss to the Montreal Canadiens, leaving them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Are the playoffs still a possibility for the Leafs, or is the Eastern Conference's weakness their only hope? They contemplate the team's direction and what the front office should consider moving forward. Trey Wingo (24:52) from the ‘Straight Facts Homie’ Podcast joins to analyze NFL Week 12. Do the Chiefs regain momentum after beating the Colts? Where do the Bills and Ravens stand? What are the Vikings' plans for JJ McCarthery? Are the Rams the top team in the NFL, and should Matthew Stafford be MVP frontrunner? Concerns about the Eagles and Trey’s thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' debut are also covered. Ben and Brent wrap up with their final insights on the week.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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