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Leafs Morning Take
by The Nation Network
If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more. This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Dean Evason Raves About the Leafs’ Offseason Moves & Opens Up on Marchenko
Former Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto’s impressive 6-2 win over Columbus. Evason raves about the Leafs’ offseason additions, including Colton Sissons, Brandon Duhaime, Nick Paul and Vinni Lettieri, declaring, “I would be excited if I…
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LEAFS SMASH JACKETS! Marchenko Scores in Columbus Return ft. Dean Evason
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap the Maple Leafs’ emphatic 6-2 beatdown of the Columbus Blue Jackets! Kirill Marchenko made his return to Columbus count, while Easton Cowan continued his breakout start with a goal and two assists. Auston Matthews also chipped in with his fifth multi-point effort...
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David Pagnotta on Matthews' Swagger, McKenna's Impact & the Leafs' Next Move
NHL Insider David Pagnotta joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down the Leafs' 3-1 win over San Jose, Auston Matthews' renewed swagger, and whether Gavin McKenna could play a role in keeping the captain in Toronto long term. Plus, Pagnotta weighs in on the Matthew Knies trade, Toronto's...
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Matthews Delivers, Leafs Edge Sharks & Marchenko Set for Columbus Return ft. David Pagnotta
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto’s 3-1 win over San Jose. After calling for more emotion and urgency earlier in the day, Auston Matthews answered the call with a goal and two assists. Plus, Gavin McKenna notched his first career game-winning goal, getting the better of No. 2 overall pick...
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McKenna vs. Stenberg for the FIRST TIME! Leafs Searching for Answers
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap the Maple Leafs' 4-1 loss to the Islanders on Saturday before looking ahead to Monday's matchup against San Jose. Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg, the first and second overall picks in June's draft, will face off in the NHL for the first time. It's the front end…
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Matt Martin on the Leafs’ Growing Pains, Gavin McKenna & Auston Matthews
Former Maple Leafs forward and current New York Islanders assistant to the GM Matt Martin joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to discuss his transition from the ice to the front office and why he believes it will take Toronto time to adjust amid significant organizational turnover. Martin shares…
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Martin Biron Rips Leafs’ Handling of Gavin McKenna After Ugly OT Loss
Martin Biron joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to dissect Toronto’s ugly 5-4 OT loss to Buffalo. Biron weighs in on Jim Hiller’s decision to bench Gavin McKenna for the entire second half of the game, why he isn’t a fan of how the Leafs are utilizing the No. 1 overall pick, and what led to...
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Leafs Waste Marchenko Hat Trick, McKenna Benched & Tavares Injured ft. Martin Biron & Matt Martin
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Steve Sullivan on Gavin McKenna, Ben Danford & the Leafs’ Development Pipeline
Former Leaf and current Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill to discuss the Marlies’ 3-1-0 start, the importance of alignment between the AHL and NHL clubs, and putting his own stamp on a team coming off a Calder Cup championship. Plus, Sullivan reflects…
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Tanev OUT Week-to-Week, Leafs Welcome Sabres ft. Steve Sullivan
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill react to the news that Chris Tanev is considered week-to-week with an upper-body injury. Plus, they preview the first of three straight games on home ice as the Toronto Maple Leafs welcome the Buffalo Sabres to town. And former Leaf and current Toronto Marlies head…
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Stolarz Stumbles, Leafs Fall Short in Utah ft. Paul Bissonnette
Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips recap Toronto’s 5-4 loss in Utah as the Leafs wrapped up their three-game road trip with a 1-1-1 record. Successful trip? Plus, the boys look ahead to Toronto’s upcoming three-game homestand. Also, Paul Bissonnette aka BIZ NASTY drops by, too! 🚨 Subscribe to DFO...
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Paul Bissonnette on Matthews, McKenna & Why He Ditched the Leafs
Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips are joined by Spittin' Chiclets and NHL on TNT personality Paul Bissonnette to break down the Maple Leafs' 3-3-1 start and more why he's denounced his fandom following John Chayka's arrival in Toronto. Biz dishes on Auston Matthews' resurgence, including his improved...
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Tanev Placed on IR, Leafs Visit Utah ft. Steve Kouleas
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill sift through the news and notes from Thanksgiving weekend for the Maple Leafs, including Toronto’s 6-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche. However, the victory came at a cost, as Chris Tanev suffered an upper-body injury and was placed on IR. Meantime, the boys preview…
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Steve Kouleas SOUNDS THE ALARM on Tanev, RAVES About McKenna & Matthews
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Steve Kouleas, host of The Power Play on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, to discuss the latest around the Maple Leafs. Kouleas sounds the alarm on Chris Tanev’s latest injury, explaining why he believes Toronto needs to make a move to address its blue-line...
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Leafs Blow 3-0 Lead in Vegas, Bobrovsky Shines in Shootout Loss ft. John-Michael Liles
Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips recap and dissect Toronto’s frustrating 4-3 shootout loss to the Vegas Golden Knights after the Leafs blew a 3-0 lead. The boys break down what went wrong, Sergei Bobrovsky’s stellar performance, and the injury concerns surrounding Oliver Ekman-Larsson, who left the...
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John-Michael Liles on Matthews' HOT Start, Bobrovsky & Leafs-Avalanche
Former Maple Leaf and current Colorado Avalanche TV colour analyst John-Michael Liles joins Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to preview Saturday night's showdown in Denver. Liles discusses Auston Matthews' electric start to the season and why the Leafs captain looks like a different player, plus...
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Is McKenna The Leafs' Marner Replacement? ft. Gerard Gallant
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview the Maple Leafs’ visit to Vegas, the first game of a daunting three-game road trip. The boys discuss the vibes being sky-high after Toronto’s thrilling OT win over Nashville and what the Leafs need to do to carry that momentum into Vegas. They also dive into...
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Gerard Gallant on Gavin McKenna, Auston Matthews & the Maple Leafs
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome Gerard Gallant to Leafs Morning Take to tee up Toronto's visit to Vegas. Gallant weighs in on Auston Matthews' dominant four-point performance against Nashville, calling the Leafs captain outstanding, before offering his thoughts on Gavin McKenna and the…
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Matthews OT Winner, McKenna Scores 1st NHL Goal & Point
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto’s thrilling 5-4 overtime victory over Nashville. Auston Matthews played the hero, scoring the OT winner while finishing the night with a goal and three assists. Gavin McKenna also delivered a milestone performance, recording his first NHL goal and point....
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Must-Win Game for the Maple Leafs!? 😂 ft. Chris Cuthbert
Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta preview Toronto’s home date with Nashville — the fourth and final game of the Leafs’ season-opening homestand. Is this a sneaky big game for Toronto with a daunting Vegas-Colorado-Utah road trip looming? The boys discuss the importance of Tuesday night’s matchup…
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Chris Cuthbert Breaks Down Leafs’ Start, McKenna, Tavares, & Marchenko
Chris Cuthbert joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down the Maple Leafs through three games. First, Cuthbert weighs in on Gavin McKenna taking the option on Sunday’s optional skate, explaining why he’s not concerned about the rookie and believes John Tavares can help show him the right…
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Leafs Drop Battle of Ontario Opener, Tavares Facing Early Questions ft. Cheryl Pounder
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's 3-2 loss to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night. The boys discuss John Tavares' foot-speed issues and whether Jim Hiller may need to break up the McKenna-Tavares-Nylander trio. Plus, they dish on the latest from Leafs practice as Toronto prepares for...
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Cheryl Pounder on Marchenko, McKenna & the Leafs' Blue Line
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome TSN Hockey Analyst Cheryl Pounder to break down the Maple Leafs through their first three games of the season. Pounder explains why she likes the Kirill Marchenko trade and why she believes he’s arguably been Toronto’s best player so far. Plus, she weighs in on...
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Knies POPS OFF in CBJ Debut, Leafs Prep for Battle of Ontario ft. Jacques Martin
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill discuss Matthew Knies’ monster two-goal, one-assist performance in his Columbus Blue Jackets debut. Then, they dive into the latest news and notes from Leafs practice as Toronto prepares for Round 1 of the Battle of Ontario. Plus, they discuss Jake McCabe narrowly...
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Jacques Martin on Alfie, Battle of Ontario & the Leafs' Big Summer
Two-time Stanley Cup champion and longtime Senators head coach Jacques Martin joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to discuss the Battle of Ontario, the Leafs’ offseason, and much more. Martin reflected on the rivalry and what has made the Battle of Ontario so special over the years, joking that he...
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Travis Green on Daniel Alfredsson & Saturday’s Battle of Ontario
Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta ahead of Saturday night’s season opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Green discusses the excitement surrounding the start of the season, Ottawa’s injury concerns, and naming Thomas Chabot captain. He also weighs in on...
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Stolarz & Cowan Come Up BIG, Leafs Grab First Win ft. Don Waddell & Travis Green
Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta recap Toronto’s 2-1 win over the New York Islanders — win No. 1 of the Jim Hiller era. Anthony Stolarz was solid between the pipes with 26 saves, while Easton Cowan led the way offensively with a goal and an assist. Plus, Pagnotta dishes on what else the Leafs could…
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BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE KNIES-MARCHENKO BLOCKBUSTER w/ DON WADDELL
Don Waddell, President of Hockey Operations & GM of the Columbus Blue Jackets, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a behind-the-scenes look at how the Matthew Knies–Kirill Marchenko blockbuster came together. Waddell details when the Leafs first entered the equation, Columbus’ read on Knies…
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OVERREACTION WEDNESDAY: LEAFS DROP OPENER, ISLES IN TOWN!
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in the season opener. The boys break down all the big storylines from the opener, including Raddysh’s turbulent debut, McKenna’s first taste of NHL action, Marchenko’s impact, and Nylander’s two-goal…
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Max Pacioretty on Leafs-Habs Rivalry, Knies Trade & His Time in Toronto
Former Montreal Canadiens captain and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Pacioretty joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill ahead of the season opener to discuss the rivalry, his time in Toronto, the blockbuster Matthew Knies/Kirill Marchenko trade, and the current Leafs roster. Pacioretty opens up about...
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Dan Milstein on Marchenko's Trade to Toronto, New Contract & Leafs Debut
Dan Milstein, agent for Kirill Marchenko, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down his client's blockbuster trade to Toronto and six-year, $75 million contract extension. First, Milstein provides an update on whether Marchenko will make his Maple Leafs debut in the season opener, revealing...
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LEAFS OPENING NIGHT + HUGE TRADE! Marchenko In, Knies Out ft. Dan Milstein & Max Pacioretty
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview the Maple Leafs’ season opener against Montreal, just hours after John Chayka pulled off a huge move, sending Matthew Knies to Columbus in a deal that landed Kirill Marchenko in Toronto. The boys set the scene for opening night, break down the blockbuster trade...
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BREAKING: Maple Leafs & Blue Jackets Working on KNIES–MARCHENKO Trade
🚨 EMERGENCY LIVE 🚨 The Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets are reportedly working on a major trade involving Matthew Knies and Kirill Marchenko, and Daily Faceoff Toronto is going LIVE to break it all down. Nick Alberga, Zack Phillips, and Dan Riccio react to the breaking Leafs trade...
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ARE THE LEAFS A PLAYOFF TEAM? ft. Bruce Boudreau
Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips get set for the Maple Leafs’ season opener against Montreal, breaking down the latest news and notes out of Toronto one sleep before the puck drops. The boys dive into Toronto officially signing Nick Blankenburg to a one-year deal, Nick Paul returning to practice, and...
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Bruce Boudreau on McKenna, Matthews & His Leafs Playoff Skepticism
Bruce Boudreau joins Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips ahead of the Leafs' season opener against the Montreal Canadiens. First, Boudreau breaks down Toronto's bottom six and what he needs to see from that group, emphasizing the importance of being able to play responsible defence. Boudreau also…
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Landon DuPont on Michigan, Gavin McKenna & His Path to the NHL
Projected No. 1 overall pick Landon DuPont joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill as he gets set to begin his first NCAA season with the Michigan Wolverines. DuPont discussed his decision to make the jump from the WHL to the NCAA, explaining why the opportunity to play against older competition was a...
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Mark Masters on the Leafs' New Look, Matthews' Camp & Gavin McKenna
Mark Masters, TSN Leafs Reporter, joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to take a deep dive into the latest surrounding the Maple Leafs. Masters kicked things off by sharing his thoughts on Toronto’s Arizona retreat, explaining why he doesn’t mind the unconventional approach and believes it could...
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Lorentz Waived, Blankenburg Staying & Paul Uncertain for Opener ft. Mark Masters & Landon DuPont PT2
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dive into the latest from Leafs camp as the team settles into its Arizona retreat for a few days. The boys break down Steven Lorentz being placed on waivers, the uncertainty surrounding Nick Paul’s status for the season opener, and Zack MacEwen’s strong showing...
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McKenna Puts on a SHOW in Preseason Finale, Leafs Off to Arizona for TEAM TIME
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto’s impressive split-squad sweep of the Ottawa Senators to finish off the preseason slate. At Scotiabank Arena, the Leafs cruised to a 6-1 victory, with Gavin McKenna putting on a show in the preseason finale. The guys also address the Nick Paul injury and...
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Toronto Maple Leafs 2026-27 Season Preview: Biggest Questions & Bold Predictions
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Zack Phillips & Dan Riccio for a roundtable preview of the 2026-27 Maple Leafs season. The boys dive into the biggest questions facing Toronto, expectations for the new season, and their bold predictions. Plus, Brock Seguin, Managing Fantasy Editor at…
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Todd Crocker Opens Up About Replacing Joe Bowen & Landing the Maple Leafs Radio Gig
Todd Crocker, the new radio voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for an in-depth conversation about his incredible new opportunity. Crocker opens up about the process behind the scenes and how he landed the Leafs gig, including the emotional moment he received the...
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McKenna With Tavares & Nylander?! Leafs Camp Is UNDERWAY! ft. Todd Crocker
Maple Leafs training camp is officially underway, and Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dive right into the early talking points! The boys comb through the biggest storylines, starting with the line combinations. What do we make of Matthew Knies alongside Auston Matthews and Jack Roslovic? And how…
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Knies Talks Trade Rumours, Matthews Feels GREAT & Training Camp Storylines ft. Sean Avery
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dive into some of the biggest comments coming out of Toronto as training camp gets set to begin. The boys break down Alberga’s 1-on-1 with Matthew Knies, including Knies’ candid thoughts on the trade rumours that surrounded him this summer and his knee injury from last...
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Sean Avery Unfiltered: Matthews, McKenna, Bobrovsky & Leafs Hot Takes
Former NHLer Sean Avery joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging and, as expected, unfiltered conversation. Avery kicks things off by promoting his brand-new show under The Nation Network’s HockeyFights banner, The Sean Avery Show, which launches September 23rd. Then, the gloves come...
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Matthew Knies Opens Up on Leafs Trade Rumours, His Knee & 2026-27
Nick Alberga goes 1-on-1 with Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies ahead of the 2026-27 season. Knies takes us through his summer, his health after playing through a knee injury for much of last season, and the trade rumours that surrounded him throughout the offseason. He also discusses his early...
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Is Auston Matthews ENGAGED?! 💍 Blankenburg PTO & Rookie Tournament Recap ft. Ron MacLean
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill set the scene as the Leafs & Legends Charity Golf Classic unofficially kicks off Leafs training camp. The boys address the Auston Matthews engagement rumours after the Leafs captain was spotted in New York City at the US Open over the weekend, where his girlfriend...
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Ron MacLean on Saturday Night Hockey, John Chayka & Why the Leafs Will Bounce Back
Ron MacLean, host of Saturday Night Hockey, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the new NHL season. Ron previews what fans can expect from Saturday Night Hockey alongside Elliotte Friedman, Kevin Bieksa, and Colby Armstrong, while also reflecting on the...
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McKenna Moving In With Tavares, Domi Out Indefinitely, & NHL Prospect Challenge Preview
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dissect all the Leafs-related content to come out of the NHL Media Tour in Vegas. Most notably, John Tavares revealed that Gavin McKenna will be living with him this season, just like Easton Cowan and Matthew Knies did years prior. The boys also follow up on Alberga’s...
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Knies’ Hole-in-One, Tanev Awaits Clearance, & First Look at Raddysh in Leafs Colours
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are back to break down the latest Maple Leafs news and storylines ahead of the start of training camp next week First, the boys discuss Matthew Knies’ hole-in-one over the weekend and whether the Leafs winger has officially peaked on the golf course. They also dive…
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Who Plays With McKenna & Quinn Hughes' Future
On this Wednesday edition of Leafs Morning Take, hosted by Zack Phillips & Jay Rosehill, the boys dive into the Quinn Hughes contract discourse and whether the superstar defenceman could actually leave Minnesota. The guys also react to Bill Guerin’s comments on Hughes and Jay gives his thoughts…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.
This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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