Toronto Maple Leafs Captain Auston Matthews Sluggish start | Blue Jays Push Dodgers to the Brink

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search for an identity rolls on. We break down Auston Matthews’ sluggish start and ask whether this is as good as it’s going to get from the Leafs’ captain this season. We dig into why the team continues to struggle defensively, whether it’s time to level-set expectations, and if a trademark hot November run is still on the horizon. Plus, we tee up Game 6 of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/HO2y2Onu1z4 (0:00) - Intro (2:26) - Auston Matthews looks like a shell of himself (10:00) - Defensive zone effort is nowhere to be found (17:14) - Resetting expectations for this team (22:16) - John Tavares deserves better (25:08) - DraftKings (27:04) - Blue Jays push Dodgers to the brink in the World Series Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinbudsleafs/ Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That’s code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer. Copyright NHL 2025. All Rights Reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.