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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 24 MIN

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Philadelphia Flyers Game 61 Preview: Lineups, Goaltenders, & Best Bets

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Game 61 and it finally feels official — the playoffs are slipping away. After nine straight postseason appearances dating back to the rookie seasons of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Mitch Marner, the Toronto Maple Leafs are staring at a reset. With the trade deadline just days away, it’s no longer about sneaking in — it’s about retooling, recouping assets, and figuring out who’s part of the solution.I break down tonight’s lineup vs. the Philadelphia Flyers, including the loaded first line, concerns around John Tavares’ role, Nic Robertson being scratched, and some questionable defensive decisions. Is this subtle tanking? Asset management? Or just confusion?Plus, best bets powered by Bet365 — including anytime goal picks for Matthews and Bobby McMann.Are we officially in “dark days”? Drop your thoughts below.Subscribe for Leafs Nation After Dark LIVE postgame coverage.Chapters:0:00 – Game 61: It Finally Feels Over1:25 – Trade Deadline Reality & Reset Talk3:40 – Forward Lines Breakdown4:27 – John Tavares Concerns6:17 – Second Line Problems7:26 – Nic Robertson Scratch Reaction12:39 – Is Berube Getting Overexposed?14:45 – Defensive Pairings Analysis17:39 – Troy Stecher vs. Phil Myers Debate19:33 – Power Play Units20:34 – Betting Odds & Flyers Moneyline Lean21:35 – Best Bets: Matthews & McMann Anytime Goals23:17 – Postgame Show InfoSHOUTOUT 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#LeafsForever #MapleLeafs #LeafsNation #NHL #TradeDeadline #AustonMatthews #JohnTavares #DailyFaceoff #LeafsNationAfterDark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game 61 and it finally feels official — the playoffs are slipping away. After nine straight postseason appearances dating back to the rookie seasons of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Mitch Marner, the Toronto Maple Leafs are staring at a reset. With the trade deadline just days away, it’s no longer about sneaking in — it’s about retooling, recouping assets, and figuring out who’s part of the solution.I break down tonight’s lineup vs. the Philadelphia Flyers, including the loaded first line, concerns around John Tavares’ role, Nic Robertson being scratched, and some questionable defensive decisions. Is this subtle tanking? Asset management? Or just confusion?Plus, best bets powered by Bet365 — including anytime goal picks for Matthews and Bobby McMann.Are we officially in “dark days”? Drop your thoughts below.Subscribe for Leafs Nation After Dark LIVE postgame coverage.Chapters:0:00 – Game 61: It Finally Feels Over1:25 – Trade Deadline Reality & Reset Talk3:40 – Forward Lines Breakdown4:27 – John Tavares Concerns6:17 – Second Line Problems7:26 – Nic Robertson Scratch Reaction12:39 – Is Berube Getting Overexposed?14:45 – Defensive Pairings Analysis17:39 – Troy Stecher vs. Phil Myers Debate19:33 – Power Play Units20:34 – Betting Odds & Flyers Moneyline Lean21:35 – Best Bets: Matthews & McMann Anytime Goals23:17 – Postgame Show InfoSHOUTOUT 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#LeafsForever #MapleLeafs #LeafsNation #NHL #TradeDeadline #AustonMatthews #JohnTavares #DailyFaceoff #LeafsNationAfterDark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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