Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets Preview with Rick Nash
Ben and Brent open the second hour with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Blue Jackets tonight. They discuss the concern of over-working Joseph Woll while Anthony Stolarz is on the shelf, as well as the Oilers' ongoing issues in goal. Later, the boys chat about the PGA Tour's plan to start the season after the Super Bowl, and imagine how much better the golf world would be if LIV Golf didn't exist. Rick Nash (24:00), two-time Olympic Gold medalist and President of Hockey Operations in Columbus, checks in ahead of tonight's trip to Toronto. Rick looks into the parity within the Eastern Conference, balancing Olympic excitement and regular season intensity, and John Tavares' ageless play, before taking a trip down memory lane.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 affiliates.
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Raptors Move Into Second in the East + Blue Jays Odds to Sign Tucker
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday’s show by celebrating the Toronto Raptors win over the 76ers to move into second place in the Eastern Conference. They highlight the team’s strong play, improved ball movement under coach Darko Rajaković, and the impact of Brandon Ingram alongside standout performances from Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley. The boys also discuss the likelihood of Ingram’s availability throughout the season and the broader issue of load management in the NBA. After the break, they chat about the Blue Jays' chances to sign Kyle Tucker after reports that the Dodgers will not aggressively pursue the slugger. Ben and Brent close by assessing what reasonable expectations should be for the Jays this offseason.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 affiliates.
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Leafs Victorious in OT + Offseason Check-in with Shi Davidi
In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ recent performance and the impact of John Tavares. They explore whether the team's less thrilling style indicates positive progress, the effects of injuries on Craig Berube's depth decisions, and insights on the Leafs’ bottom six. They also touch on Brad Treliving’s comments about the team. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst Shi Davidi (26:35) joins to share key takeaways from the GM meetings, discuss the Jays' market opportunities, Ricky Tiedemann's role next season, and Bo Bichette's future in Toronto. The segment concludes with the Crown Canadian moment of the day.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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Leafs Back in the Win Column with Gord Stellick
Ben and Brent begin the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs General Manager and friend of the show! Gord discusses what the Leafs can build on from last night's win, how it compares to recent losses, William Nylander’s impact, Joseph Woll’s importance, and the state of the team’s power play. After the break (30:10), the conversation shifts to Brad Treliving’s press conference, reflecting on his “vanilla” characterization of the team, his comments on Auston Matthews’ long-term health, and the idea of sacrificing future assets to salvage this season.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 affiliates.
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Leafs Snap the Skid + Bichette Declines Qualifying Offer
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Wednesday’s show by recapping the Leafs’ much-needed win over the Blues. They highlight strong performances from John Tavares, William Nylander, and Joseph Woll, and examine how injuries are testing the team’s depth and shaping Craig Berube’s decisions. They also discuss the team's struggling power play and the looming goaltending decisions once Anthony Stolarz returns. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays, including Ricky Tiedemann’s addition to the 40-man roster and what it signals for his future. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with thoughts on Bo Bichette declining his qualifying offer amid reported interest from Boston and other contenders.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 affiliates.
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