EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 22 MIN
Toronto Maple Leafs vs New York Islanders Game 69 Preview: Lineups, Goaltenders, & Best Bets
from TheLeafsNation After Dark
Game 69 is here as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the New York Islanders on St. Patrick’s Day, rocking the St. Pat’s uniforms in what should be a buzzing atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena. With all eyes on Matthew Schaefer returning to Toronto and expected to have a massive crowd in attendance, this matchup brings intrigue both on and off the ice.In this preview, Zack Phillips breaks down the projected Leafs lineup, including continued usage of Max Domi in the top six, questions surrounding Matias Maccelli’s future with the team, and why players like Easton Cowan and Nic Robertson should be getting more opportunity down the stretch. On the backend, the decision to pair Morgan Rielly with Phil Myers raises serious concerns, while Jake McCabe and Brandon Carlo finally get a look together.Plus, Zack gives out his best bets presented by Bet365, including goal scorer picks for Schaefer and Calum Ritchie, along with a point prop for Cowan.Drop your thoughts in the comments and join us LIVE after the game for Leafs Nation After Dark.#LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #Islanders #NHL #Hockey #LeafsNation #StPats #NHLBetting #Bet365 #LeafsGameDay #HockeyTalkChapters: 0:00 St. Pat’s Game 69 Setup1:25 Leafs Lineup Breakdown2:05 Matias Maccelli Debate6:50 Max Domi Usage Issues7:45 Youth vs Veterans Discussion10:20 Bottom Six Breakdown12:40 Defensive Pairings Concerns15:45 McCabe & Carlo Pairing17:10 Goaltending Matchup18:00 Best Bets (Bet365)21:10 Outro & Postgame PromoSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION.👉 http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive — please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.👍🏼 Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/ca🚨 Subscribe to TLN on Youtube!🚨➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🎙️LMT INTERVIEWS 📺https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH4sxh5zc9TF5GcP6knehfKBulG7sFQsP🎧 LISTEN TO LMT 🎧ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leafs-morning-take/id1649600835SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/14O8iXMvFwpGJvEoS6vsWO_______________________________________________________________________________💻 Website: https://theleafsnation.com🐦 Follow on X: @TLNdc @thegoldenmuzzy @Jay_D_Rosehill 📺 Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlndc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Game 69 is here as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the New York Islanders on St. Patrick’s Day, rocking the St. Pat’s uniforms in what should be a buzzing atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena. With all eyes on Matthew Schaefer returning to Toronto and expected to have a massive crowd in attendance, this matchup brings intrigue both on and off the ice.In this preview, Zack Phillips breaks down the projected Leafs lineup, including continued usage of Max Domi in the top six, questions surrounding Matias Maccelli’s future with the team, and why players like Easton Cowan and Nic Robertson should be getting more opportunity down the stretch. On the backend, the decision to pair Morgan Rielly with Phil Myers raises serious concerns, while Jake McCabe and Brandon Carlo finally get a look together.Plus, Zack gives out his best bets presented by Bet365, including goal scorer picks for Schaefer and Calum Ritchie, along with a point prop for Cowan.Drop your thoughts in the comments and join us LIVE after the game for Leafs Nation After Dark.#LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #Islanders #NHL #Hockey #LeafsNation #StPats #NHLBetting #Bet365 #LeafsGameDay #HockeyTalkChapters: 0:00 St. Pat’s Game 69 Setup1:25 Leafs Lineup Breakdown2:05 Matias Maccelli Debate6:50 Max Domi Usage Issues7:45 Youth vs Veterans Discussion10:20 Bottom Six Breakdown12:40 Defensive Pairings Concerns15:45 McCabe & Carlo Pairing17:10 Goaltending Matchup18:00 Best Bets (Bet365)21:10 Outro & Postgame PromoSHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION.👉 http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive — please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.👍🏼 Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/ca🚨 Subscribe to TLN on Youtube!🚨➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🎙️LMT INTERVIEWS 📺https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH4sxh5zc9TF5GcP6knehfKBulG7sFQsP🎧 LISTEN TO LMT 🎧ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leafs-morning-take/id1649600835SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/14O8iXMvFwpGJvEoS6vsWO_______________________________________________________________________________💻 Website: https://theleafsnation.com🐦 Follow on X: @TLNdc @thegoldenmuzzy @Jay_D_Rosehill 📺 Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlndc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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