Leafs Hour: Road-Trip Test Kicks Off in Vegas

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Saturday Night Hockey's and former NHL player Colby Armstrong (3:51) to chat about Nick Robertson's start with the Pittsburgh Penguins, what Mike Babcock could bring to the Edmonton Oilers' long-term outlook, his influence on Evan Bouchard, hitting a learning curve when he entered the NHL, Gavin McKenna and Connor Bedard managing their respective expectations, players having the freedom to request for a trade, and why he thinks the Utah Mammoth could be a fun team to watch this year. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss the increase in scoring to start the season and their expectations for Bouchard. 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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for puck drop with the Toronto Maple Leafs set to kick off their road trip with their biggest challenge of the young season against the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss Gavin McKenna's move to the third line, Jim Hiller showing love to John Tavares, Auston Matthews' future in Toronto, and William Nylander's comments on the new direction. Later, Golden Knights radio analyst Daren Millard (34:45) stops by to discuss Vegas' hot start, what new head coach Ryan Craig brings behind their bench, and Mitch Marner's Year 2 outlook in the desert.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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former NHLer and current Sportsnet hockey analyst Garry Galley (2:24) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss Ottawa Senators and Winnipeg Jets start to their respective seasons, Connor Hellebuyck's trade request while sitting out games vs. Dylan Larkin's trade request while playing, the pressure on first overall picks, protecting the rookies on and off the ice, the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks' rebuilds, early favourites for a run at the Stanley Cup, and the Sens' future without their former captain Brady Tkachuk. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Aleksander Barkov's injury timeline, Brady Tkachuk's first few games with the Florida Panthers, and Dylan Larkin's response to the fans' reaction during the Detroit Red Wings' home opener and his season debut. 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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' comeback win over the Nashville Predators. They discuss Gavin McKenna's first NHL goal and what the Leafs need from him this season, Auston Matthews' dynamic look, William Nylander's impressive effort on the game-winning goal, the importance of the win ahead of a challenging road trip, and concerns on the blueline. Then, they discuss Anthony Stolarz's performance and concerns for the ageing blueline before taking your questions from the Maple Leaf Mailbag!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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CEO of Clear Sight Analytics and former NHL goaltender Steve Valiquette (4:04) returns to Real Kyper and Bourne to chat about Connor Hellebuyck's trade request and sitting out in the first few games for the Winnipeg Jets, which team he would fit the best on, if Edmonton Oilers have improved on their defensive end and in net, why the numbers don't look good to start the year for the Maple Leafs' second line of Gavin McKenna, John Tavares, and William Nylander, if Jacob Markström can bounce back against the Florida Panthers, and the volatility in Sergei Bobrovsky's game. Then, it's the return of Grill Marks, where Vally asks the panel who is the oldest, tallest, and the heaviest goaltenders this season. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss embellishments in hockey and Macklin Celebrini's late scratch with a lower body injury. 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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Nashville Predators. They discuss the media coverage around Gavin McKenna early in his career, the second line sticking together for at least another game, Anthony Stolarz getting the start, and whether John Chayka is actively monitoring the defenceman trade market. Then, Craig Simpson stops by (32:05) to share his early impressions of the team, the attention on McKenna, and why turning to Stolarz against the Predators is the right call.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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former NHL head coach Bruce Cassidy (8:07) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the start of the 2026-27 season, what he would instill on a team during the first few games, the fans booing Dylan Larkin during the Detroit Red Wings' home opener, coaching top prospects, where he'd put Gavin McKenna on the lineup to start his NHL career, development vs. winning games, and the definition of an 'optional skate'. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee wrap up the show discussing Simon Edvinsson's trade request, Leo Carlsson's offer sheet, Brad Marchand's early injury return to make his Florida Panthers' debut, and the Calgary Flames placing Connor Zary on waivers. 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 any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' loss to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. They discuss the rough third period, concerns around the John Tavares-led second line, whether Nick Paul could step into the 2C role, how Gavin McKenna is handling the spotlight, the power play still finding its footing, and Tim Stützle's dive. Later, Sportsnet.ca Leafs writer Luke Fox stops by (36:25) to help tee up the team's matchup against the Nashville Predators ahead of a challenging three-game road trip, share early impressions of the d-core, and discuss what went wrong for them against Ottawa.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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the second hour discussing Matthew Knies' Columbus Blue Jackets' debut before bringing on former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (5:11) to chat about the sustainability of Jack Roslovic and Kirill Marchenko as Auston Matthews' linemates, Mike Babcock's return to the NHL and first two games, the Oilers' goaltending issues, Gary Bettman's comments around no-trade clauses, and Vancouver and Calgary approaching the season as a rebuild. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam read listener's texts including if Connor Hellebuyck would be a good fit in Buffalo, if we're witnessing a regression in Matthews' game, and much more! 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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the Friday edition with a look back on the action around the league after opening week in the NHL. They chat about Matthew Knies' strong Blue Jackets debut before welcoming in Leafs general manager John Chayka (7:38) to discuss the start of the season, the front office's analytics focus, the decision to go after Kirill Marchenko, and the plan for Gavin McKenna's development. Later, Senators head coach Travis Green stops by (31:47) ahead of Ottawa's season opener on Saturday, and he chats about the staff's message after Brady Tkachuk's exit, the leadership core under new captain Thomas Chabot, his expectations for Linus Ullmark, and the importance of setting the tone in Game 1 against the Leafs.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 any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.