Leafs Hour

Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 overtime win against the Oilers and Jack Campbell’s recent hot streak. Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, stops by to chat about John Tavares’ ice time, the Leafs’ evolving goaltending debate, and the team’s current blue line depth. Louie DeBrusk, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, […]

Kris Versteeg, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, joins Ben and JD to discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 overtime victory against the Senators on Thursday, Toronto’s goaltending situation, Sheldon Keefe’s recent line juggling, and officiating in the modern NHL. Later, the guys share their thoughts on the current depth of competition in the North […]

Sportsnet NHL Insider Chris Johnston joins Ben and JD to discuss the NHL no longer allowing Tim Peel to officiate games following his mic’d up incident on Tuesday, potential trade targets for the Maple Leafs, and Auston Matthews’ lingering wrist ailment.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and […]

Colby Armstrong, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on Frederik Andersen’s recent struggles, why Andersen is poised to turn things around, and the impact of Auston Matthews’ wrist injury.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of […]

Ben and JD discuss Jack Campbell’s shutout win over the Flames on Saturday and Frederik Andersen’s recent struggles. Sportsnet’s Justin Bourne shares his thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ goaltending situation, Auston Matthews’ lingering wrist injury, and the pressure facing Kyle Dubas ahead of next month’s trade deadline. Barry Melrose, former NHL head coach and current […]

Hockey Central’s Anthony Stewart chats about Wayne Simmonds impending return to the Maple Leafs’ lineup, how to deploy Zach Hyman, and the recent play of Frederik Andersen. Sportsnet’s Eric Francis assesses the trade market in the NHL’s North Division ahead of tonight’s Leafs-Flames game. Former NHL Head Coach Brent Sutter looks back on coaching the […]

Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe-winning goaltender J-S Giguere discusses how he’s handled slumps in his career, and Frederik Andersen’s season to this point. Line Movement’s Nick Kypreos explains what type of player Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas should be looking to acquire. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]

Ben and JD open the show reacting to the Buffalo Sabres firing Head Coach Ralph Krueger and Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas’ comments during his midseason media availability. Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston talks about Dubas’ willingness to trade a top prospect in the right deal, his comment that he is looking at forwards, and the available […]

NHL on Sportsnet‘s Mike Futa discusses what he thinks should be a priority at the trade deadline for the Maple Leafs, and the fluctuating prices at this time of year. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & […]

Ben and JD open the show with their thoughts on the Maple Leafs, particularly their loss against the Jets which saw Winnipeg take five of a possible six points. Hockey Central‘s Justin Bourne analyzes the Maple Leafs need for a versatile penalty-killing forward, the decision to trade Mikko Lehtonen, and the recent stretch of goaltending […]

Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 overtime win against the Jets on Thursday and some concerning trends pertaining to Toronto’s blue line. Jeff Marek, co-host of Hockey Central and 31 Thoughts: The Podcast, chimes in on Connor Hellebuyck’s strong play this season, Frederik Andersen’s polarizing reputation in Leafsland, and NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman […]

Ben and JD share their thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 loss to the Jets on Tuesday. Sportsnet NHL Insider Chris Johnston weighs in on Toronto’s approach ahead of next month’s trade deadline, ESPN’s new broadcast rights deal with the NHL, and Zach Hyman’s future. Colby Armstrong, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, discusses […]

Ben and JD discuss Auston Matthews’ lingering wrist injury and this week’s mini-series against Winnipeg. Shane O’Brien, former NHL defenceman and co-host of the Missin’ Curfew podcast, discusses the popularity of his show, the Maple Leafs’ play so far this season, and potential targets for Toronto at the trade deadline.  The views and opinions expressed […]

Co-host of Hockey Central, Justin Bourne joins Ben and JD to discuss how the Maple Leafs should approach the trade deadline (which is a month away), going all in for a deep playoff run, what a return for Taylor Hall would look like, and if we’re witnessing a breakthrough for William Nylander. The views and […]

Ben and JD reflect on the life and legacy of Walter Gretzky and share their takeaways from the Maple Leafs’ 3-1 loss to the Canucks. Andrew Walker, co-host of The Program on Sportsnet 650, weighs in on the Flames’ hiring of Darryl Sutter as their new head coach, Vancouver’s inconsistency this season, and Toronto’s place […]

Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ 6-1 victory over the Oilers. Kris Versteeg, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on the Oilers’ offensive woes, Sheldon Keefe’s influence on the Leafs’ newfound swagger, and the quality of competition in the North Division. John Scott, former NHL forward and host of the Dropping […]

Steve Dangle, co-host of The Steve Dangle Podcast, joins Ben and JD to participate in Good Show’s Leafs “Complaints” draft. Louie DeBrusk, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on the Oilers’ goaltending issues and the Maple Leafs’ torrid start to the season.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those […]

Ben and JD discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 shutout win over the Oilers on Monday night. Anthony Stewart, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on Wayne Simmonds’ ongoing recovery from his wrist injury, Michael Hutchinson’s standout performance against Edmonton, and the Leafs’ improved defensive approach. Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse discusses the physicality […]

Ben and JD share their thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ 4-0 shutout win over the Oilers on Saturday. Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, weighs in on Mitch Marner’s chemistry with John Tavares, the Leafs’ current forward depth, and Jack Campbell’s return from injury.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of […]

Colby Armstrong, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on the evolving Matthews vs. McDavid debate and the Maple Leafs’ upcoming three-game mini-series against Edmonton. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or […]