Tip of the Tower Podcast on Toronto Sports

The NHL trade deadline is not too far away and after their loss against the Calgary Flames we David, Austin and Jake look at what the Toronto Maple Leafs biggest priority should be. They also break down William Nylander continuing to excel, the craziness around the NHL and of course, the Houston Astros sign stealing situation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to thrive under Sheldon Keefe as the team's offence has been performing at a dominant level despite the head coach's constant changes to the lineup.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off an impressive road trip but there are still areas they need to improve on. David Morassutti, Jake Middleton and Austin Owens discuss what comes next for the team and preview the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championship.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have seen more success under Sheldon Keefe so David Morassutti, Jake Middleton and Austin Owens discuss why that has been the case. They also get into the Mike Babcock situation with Mitch Marner and what it has led to. Plus they give their thoughts on the backup goalie situation that continues to be a problem along with Cody Ceci.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs fired head coach Mike Babcock and while it was expected, it was still surprising to see it happen. What went wrong for the head coach and what does Sheldon Keefe need to do as he gets his chance in the NHL. David Morassutti and Jake Middleton discuss what's next for the team and the spotlight getting brighter on Kyle Dubas.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs struggles to reach a new level with the team cancelling practice to have a meeting. David, Austin and Jake discuss what continues to be the problem and how they can get back on track.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to face the usual negative talk about their performance lately especially William Nylander. David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Jake Middleton discuss whether this topic has been overblown and analyze the team's special teams and how they can improve.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Raptors season kicked off their season with a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. David, Austin and Jake discuss what the expectations should be for the defending NBA champions. They also discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs struggles and how much of the blame should be on Mike Babcock.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fresh off the Toronto Maple Leafs loss to the Washington Capitals, David, Austin and Jake discuss what went wrong for the team and whether they can find a solution or if they need to wait it out. They also discuss the Leafs schedule, and some other storylines around the NHL.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have played four games this season and there have been some positive points there was a rough game that left a bad taste in everyone's mouth after the team blew another comfortable lead.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have concluded their exhibition schedule and will prepare to make their final roster cuts before the regular season. David Morassutti and Jake Middleton give their thoughts on what to expects this season and some NHL predictions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens return to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs signing Mitch Marner and whether the amount of negativity surrounding it is justified. They also look at who has impressed during pre-season beyond the obvious players.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs are almost a week away from opening training camp and still aren't close to getting Mitch Marner signed and it is getting to the point where we don't know what he wants in the end.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It has been a tough week for the Toronto Blue Jays front office after trading Marcus Stroman and Aaron Sanchez but David Morassutti and Jake Middleton discuss why not everything is doom and gloom for the franchise. They look at what the young prospects have been able to do, looking at how the long the process takes and things management has done outside of the roster to improve the organization.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Blue Jays pulled the trigger on a Marcus Stroman trade in a deal that caught everybody by surprise. David Morassutti, Jake Middleton and Austin Owens discussed the deal, what this means going forward and they also go through some of Stroman's biggest moments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens welcome back Jake Middleton to get his thoughts on Kawhi Leonard's departure, what the Toronto Blue Jays should do about the MLB Trade Deadline. They also get a chance to vent some frustrations with the storylines surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs so far this off-season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It has been almost two weeks since Kawhi Leonard decided to leave for sunny California, David Morassutti and Austin Owens discuss the fallout for the Toronto Raptors and why they should still be competitive this upcoming season. They also look at the Toronto Maple Leafs roster and whether there is any reason to be concerned.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It has been an interesting couple of days for the Toronto Raptors and Toronto Maple Leafs and to help break it all down, David Morassutti returns from vacation to go through it all with Austin Owens and Jake Middleton. They look at Kawhi Leonard's upcoming decision and the hysteria following it and how the Toronto Maple Leafs are taking a step forward with a big off-season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's that time of the year, the NHL draft is almost here and we decided to bring our Mock Draft podcast back as David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Jake Middleton go through the first round. They also discuss the Toronto Raptors parade and the latest moves going on in the NHL.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kawhi Leonard delivered an NBA championship to the Toronto Raptors and the celebration was a historic achievement in Canada. David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Jake Middleton discuss the significance of the title coming north of the border and what to watch for the next couple of weeks ahead of NBA free agency.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Raptors dropped Game 5 to the Golden State Warriors with Kevin Durant's injury and how fans reacted in the moment becoming a major debate on both sides of the border.David Morassutti, Jake Middleton and Austin Owens discuss the situation, whether it's becoming an overblown ordeal and what needs to change heading into Game 6.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Raptors will look to regain the momentum in the NBA Finals as the series shifts to Oakland. David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Jake Middleton discuss what needs to change from Game 2 and address the Golden State Warriors' injuries. They also break down the Toronto Maple Leafs trade rumours and why it should be a positive thing considering what has been speculated.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The time has finally come for the NBA FInals between the Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors to get started and David Morassutti is joined by Jake Middleton and RJ Stacey to go over the team's journey through the playoffs, factors that will impact the series including Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant plus their final predictions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this edition of the Tip of the Tower Podcast, we look at the Toronto Raptors turning their series around against the Milwaukee Bucks and people complaining about Drake. We also look at the mistake the Toronto Blue Jays made with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., some Toronto Maple Leafs news to share and whether William Nylander is good at hockey.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest edition of the Tip of the Tower Podcast, David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Ashley Docking to preview Game 7 for the Toronto Raptors and her work with the National Lacrosse League.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest edition of the Tip of the Tower Podcast, David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Ashley Docking to preview Game 7 for the Toronto Raptors and her work with the National Lacrosse League. They also discuss the latest news with the Toronto Maple Leafs which fires up David and the Toronto Marlies dominant AHL playoff run.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs showed some positives in Game 4 against the Boston Bruins but if they want to regain the advantage in the series they need to make some adjustments that allowed them to be successful in Games 1 and 3.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins in Game 1 but should they expect a similar result in Game 2? David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Marissa Ingemi of the Boston Herald to discuss the Bruins effort in Game 1 and what they are preparing to do in Game 2.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get set for the much-anticipated rematch against the Boston Bruins, David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Jake Middleton look at what the Leafs will have to do to get past the Bruins and give their predictions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens welcome Jake Middleton back to the podcast as the Toronto Blue Jays season gets underway with a rough result against the Detroit Tigers. Given the result what should we be looking forward to this season? Is Kawhi Leonard leaning towards staying with the Raptors and can the Toronto Maple Leafs find consistency in their defensive game?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Hailey Salvian who is a reporter for the Athletic covering the Toronto Marlies and Women's Hockey. Here is just the interview portion of the podcast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest episode of the podcast, David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Hailey Salvian who is a reporter for the Athletic covering the Toronto Marlies and Women's Hockey. They discuss Hailey's journey through sports media, covering the Marlies on a daily basis, and what the future holds for Women's Hockey including a show at the Rivoli which you can get more information about here (https://homestandsports.com/2019/03/19/kicking-off-a-big-week-for-womens-hockey-with-puck-talks/).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs had to deal with more than a tough loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning and made it a point to give the team's stance on LGBTQ inclusion. How does the team move forward after the loss to Tampa, looking in on old friend Roman Polak and giving Frederik Andersen some rest.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been 4-1 since the trade deadline but some injuries on the blueline and a rough loss sent a message to the team that they needed to be better.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped their third straight game which has people pushing for the team to do something at the trade deadline. David Morassutti and Austin Owens discuss what should be the priority before February 25th, the Matt Duchene trade and more. (Warning this was recorded before Nick Jensen was traded to the Washington Capitals)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest episode of the Tip of the Tower podcast, David Morassutti and Austin Owens look at the aftermath of Auston Matthews contract extension, the comments made by Mitch Marner's agent Darren Ferris, more trade deadline rumours and preview an important game against the Montreal CanadiensAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a surprising move in acquiring Jake Muzzin from the Los Angeles Kings, what does this trade mean for the team? Sportsnet's Chris Johnston joins the podcast to discuss the deal and what is next for the team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake Gardiner has been the center of a big debate as the Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman reached a new low with fans booing him. David and Austin discuss the aftermath and whether it impacts his future. They also look at the latest trade deadline rumours surrounding the team and the complaints about William Nylander.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin return for the first podcast episode of 2019 as they dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs play in the first half of the season. They look at what has been the biggest surprise and diaspoointment so far, what they plan should be at the trade deadline and discuss the Maxime Comtois incident.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs enter the brief holiday with four straight wins including an eventful one against the Detroit Red Wings. David, Austin and Jake discuss the Leafs play and preview the World Juniors.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have taken care of business with William Nylander and now the focus has shifted to their other contracts with some pretty ridiculous takes coming out. David, Austin and Jake discuss that and why the Leafs need to address their blueline and how they can do that.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Raptors picked up a big win over the Golden State Warriors and will need to ride the momentum through a tough stretch while the Toronto Maple Leafs got Auston Matthews back and he made his presence known.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David, Austin and Jake look at the Toronto Raptors loss to the Detroit Pistons in Dwane Casey's return to Toronto and whether there should be any concern about the past two performances? They also look at the Toronto Maple Leafs last couple of games, the William Nylander contract situation and if the Leafs should consider trading for a defenceman.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens look at the past couple of games for the Toronto Maple Leafs and why the team plays differently at home than on the road along. They also discuss the lack of progress in William Nylander's contract situation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs situation with William Nylander's contract negotiations is reaching a critical point but should the team consider a trade? David Morassutti and Jake Middleton discuss that and the Toronto Raptors strong start to the season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest edition on the podcast, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally drop the puck on a new season! To help get things off on the right foot David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Jake Middleton who helps look at storylines heading into the season, and give their predictions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of the Tip of the Tower Podcast, a surprise return and John Matisz of the Score joins to discuss the NHL. Before the conversation with Matisz (starts at 1:20:00), David and Austin discuss fantasy hockey drafts, the Toronto Maple Leafs pre-season loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Later on David and Austin are joined by Richard to discuss the Leafs power play, the lineup and John Gibbons not returning to the Toronto Blue Jays.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With Toronto Maple Leafs training camp opening Thursday, David Morassutti and Austin Owens look at key storylines to watch but none are more crucial than William Nylander's contract situation. They discuss whether there should be any concern about Nylander's status heading into camp and what type of resolution could be made based on comparables.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Morassutti and Austin Owens return from a break to discuss the latest summer storylines including the Josh Donaldson injury, and what the path forward looks like for the Toronto Blue Jays. They discuss if Timothy Liljegren can make the Toronto Maple Leafs and where the Nazem Kadri trade ideas are coming from.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Blue Jays had a busy trade deadline so to help break everything down and look at what the team will do going forward, David Morassutti and Austin Owens are joined by Keegan Matheson of Baseball Toronto to talk everything Blue Jays.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy