Ben and Brent dive deeper into Maple Leafs’ GM Brad Treliving's press conference yesterday and his claim that change is needed within the team’s DNA. The hosts welcome Sportsnet’s own Jason Bukala for his assessment on what options are available to Toronto this offseason. The former NHL Director of Amateur Scouting tells some tales about evaluating hockey players coming into the draft and trying to identify if they have “it”. The founder of the Pro Hockey Group also talks about being in the boardroom of an organization when everything is on the table. To close out the week, B&B bring on MLB.com’s Keegan Matheson (28:05) for a chat about "The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays” (also the title of his new book). The trio talk about the team's explosion of offence at home last night after a dreadful road trip at the plate, before looking into who needs to step up for this lineup to take the next step and how close they are. 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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47:25
Treliving Takeaways + Blue Jays Banter
Ben & Brent kick off their second hour reflecting on Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving’s end-of-season media address. They discuss key takeaways, including his plans for changing the team’s DNA, Auston Matthews’ injury, and contract talks with Mitch Marner. They then connect with Adnan Virk (26:24) from MLB Network to recap a rare Blue Jays game where they scored twelve runs. The trio analyzes the performance of star players and the challenging year for Santander, as well as the weak American League that might keep Toronto in the playoff race.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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48:27
Jays Back to .500 + Cup Rematch Set
Ben & Brent discuss the Blue Jays' impressive 12-run victory over the Athletics at Rogers Centre, highlighting Ernie Clement's standout performance and contributions from Bo, Vlad, and Kirk. They delve into the team's potential and its reliance on free agent Anthony Santander to deliver homers. The duo also reflects on the struggling A's franchise. Later, they cover the Stanley Cup rematch with the Oilers and the surprising decision by Dallas to bench goalie Jake Oettinger, as well as Panthers’ coach Paul Maurice's handshake twist (26:19).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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48:45
Talking Hockey with Trevor Linden
To start today’s final hour, Ben and Brent are joined in-studio by NHL legend, Trevor Linden. The former Vancouver Canucks Captain, who also spent time as the organization’s President of Hockey Operations and Alternate Governor, weighs in on some recent puck headlines including the pressure that comes with playing in a Canadian market, the Maple Leafs getting over the hump, and the job Brendan Shanahan did in Toronto. They wrap up with a chat about Western Canada's recent production of high quality hockey players. In the back end of the hour, the pair check in with “Leafs Historian” and longtime contributor to The Star, Damien Cox (22:55). The trio discuss what they expect to hear from General Manager Brad Treliving today, if its "Stanley Cup or bust" for the Leafs now, and how confident fans should be given his track record in the League. 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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48:08
Gearing up for Brad Treliving’s Press Conference
Ben & Brent focus on the Maple Leafs ahead of General Manager Brad Treliving's long-awaited end-of-season media address. They discuss expectations and key questions for Treliving. Later, they transition to Jays Talk, joined by Rob Longley (26:32) from Post Media & The Toronto Sun, to evaluate the Blue Jays' performance and missed offensive opportunities.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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