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 SiegelWith: Dom LuszczyszynProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: J.D. BunkisProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Joshua KlokeProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Frankie CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Mark MastersProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Chris JohnstonProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Dom LuszczyszynProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: JD BunkisProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleWith: Joshua KlokeProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11 games into the season, the 5-5-1 Maple Leafs haven't been very good. Jonas and James provide concerning and encouraging trends, including roster construction, their defensive play, the power-play, and the overall play of stars Auston Matthews, William Nylander, John Tavares, Anthony Stolarz and Matthew Knies.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Mirtle along with former Maple Leaf Frank Corrado discuss which Maple Leafs have been the most disappointing so far this season, they talk about the revolving door of line-mates for Auston Matthews, they breakdown the Berube system and why they are spending so much time in their own zone, and celebrate the return of good guy Joseph Woll, from his leave of absence from the team.Host: James MIrtleWith: Frankie CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the Maple Leafs off to a middling 3-3-1 start to the season, Jonas and James dissect Craig Berube's shuffling of the lines at practice on Thursday, the slow start for Max Domi, Dakota Joshua and Auston Matthews, and why the Captain can't seem to elevate the play of his teammates. Plus the guys talk about the injury to Chris Tanev and how that changes the defensive pairings.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Mirtle and Joshua Kloke discuss the Maple Leafs overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night and goalie Anthony Stolarz criticism of his team's toughness and their attention to detail, especially in overtime. The guys ask if 12 minutes of ice time in the NHL is good for the development of Easton Cowan? They break down the disappointing start to the season for new Maple Leafs Matias Maccelli and Dakota Joshua, plus Joshua provides a Marlies update, ahead of the boys looking ahead to Sheldon Keefe's Devils on Tuesday night.Host: James MirtleWith: Joshua KlokeProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the Leafs 2-2 to start the year, Jonas and James provide their analysis on how the team looks the first four games of the season, including Easton Cowan's performance and if he is the answer on the top line with Matthew Knies and Auston Matthews? The guys discuss the Leafs hot and cold power-play, Craig Berube's frustration with William Nylander, how the goaltending has looked and how the new guys on the roster have fared so far.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Mirtle welcomes The Athletic's Montreal Canadiens beat writer Arpon Basu to the Leaf Report to discuss the Leafs season opening win over the Habs, and get the scouting report on new additions Cayden Primeau and Sammy Blais. Plus Mirtle answers your Leaf questions on Kampf, Cowan, trade rumours and if the Leafs' new found toughness and deletion of skill might be a determinant, longterm to the team?Host: James MirtleWith: Arpon BasuProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jonas and James discuss the Leafs changing up the lines at training camp, the injury to Scott Laughton, if Easton Cowan is destined to begin the year in the AHL now and David Kampf being placed on waivers. The guys talk about waiver additions Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, Max Domi moving back to centre, what the future holds for James Reimer, who plays with Matthews and Knies on the first line right wing and what the Connor McDavid extension with the Oilers means for the Maple Leafs.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Mirtle welcomes former Maple Leaf Frankie Corrado to discuss pre-season Maple Leafs takeaways, Easton Cowan's shot at making the team, who else stays, and who goes? We get Frankie's thoughts on the Leafs revamped third line with Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy and Matias Macelli and if the blueline led by Morgan Rielly will add more offence this season. Plus, Mirtle gets Frankie's prediction on the Leafs season point totals and the Atlantic Division.Host: James MirtleWith: Frankie CorradoProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With training camp entering the 2nd week, the guys breakdown the below market deal for goalie Anthony Stolarz, who signed a four year extension to stay in Toronto, they discuss what role James Reimer could play with the team this season, if Easton Cowan will make the Leafs, and what the team is going to door with David Kampf and Calle Järnkrok, with 30 players remaining in camp and 2 games to play before the start of the regular season.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jonas and James discuss Joseph Woll's absence at training camp, and if the Maple Leafs should be in the market for an experienced backup to begin the season. The guys take a look at the forward and defence battles at camp, involving Easton Cowan, Matias Maccelli and Nick Robertson, and if this team has enough scoring?Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Mirtle welcomes The Athletic and TSN Hockey Insider to discuss the Maple Leafs first preseason game, Nick Robertson, Calle Järnkrok, David Kampf and Henry Thrun. Mirtle asks CJ if the Leafs were ever close to landing another top 6 forward in the off-season, and if you can replace a 102 point player with three depth players? Plus, James answers your burning questions in the first pod-bag of the season.Host: James MirtleWith: Chris JohnstonProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the first new Leaf Report of the 2025/2026 season, Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle discuss the additions made by the team in the summer, where the new guys fit in, what the plan is for players like Nick Robertson, David Kampf and Calle Järnkrok, and life after Marner. Plus, should the Leafs sign goalie Anthony Stolarz to an extension? Is Easton Cowen ready to make the jump to the NHL?What are the chances that the Leafs will sign Connor McDavid, next July 1st?Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the final Leaf Report of the season, Jonas and James look back on the Maple Leafs moves leading up to free agency and on July 1st, including re-signing Steven Lorentz, trading for winger Matias Maccelli, centre Nicolas Roy and signing depth forwards Michael Pezzetta and Vinni Lettieri. Plus, the guys discuss Mitch Marner's complicated legacy with the Maple Leafs, and why it went so wrong for the local kid.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With one day until NHL Free Agency, Jonas and James welcome NHL Insider Chris Johnston to discuss the latest on Mitch Marner, the tampering allegations with the Vegas Golden Knights, Matthew Knies and John Tavares contract extensions, and who besides Brad Marchand is on the Maple Leafs shopping list on Canada Day 2025. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Chris JohnstonProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jonas and James welcome Sean McIndoe to discuss the Maple Leafs off-season game plan with the draft and free agency on the horizon, The guys talk about the Mitch Marner era, why it's taking so long to re-sign John Tavares, if Brad Marchand is the right fit for the team and how close the Maple Leafs actually were to being a championship team. Plus, Jonas and James discuss the benefit of star players signing short term contracts over the traditional long term contracts of the past.Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James MirtleWith: Sean McIndoeProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
