Left Coast Leafs Podcast: Recent Episodes
Trevor Bast Sean Orr
We Eulogized a Leafs season that ended with a special kind of slow death fitting for this era of Leafs Hockey
As Always, huge thanks to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Hit The Deck Hazy IPA from Fernie Brewing Company
The Leafs are swimming in uncharted waters. It's a best of 3 with home ice advantage. Do they have what it takes?
EP306 is a 3 part Pod around Game 3. We did a pre-game. an OT intermission and a post-game.
EP 305 is our recap of Game 1 of the second round with special emphasis on the Bennet hit
On EP304 we shared our thoughts on the Leafs chances vs the Panthers in the second round. We looked up and down the line ups and finished with some fun, rapid fire fill in the blanks.
Thanks to The Liquor Planet for the Dry Irish Charcoal Stout from Wild Eye Brewing
On EP303 we celebrated a long time coming series win and took a small peek forward to round 2.
The Leafs failed to close out the sweep for many of the same reasons that have haunted them in the past. Juat a blip or cause for concern. We discussed
EP302 is our First Pre Post of the 2025 Post season
The Leafs withstood a motivated Sens team but in the end, Max Domi delivered the OT Dagger
Our milestone 300th Episode lined up beautifully with our Preview of the Battle of Ontario (social Media Edition)
We welcomed die hard Sens fan Marcus to the Pod.
Thank You to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Mount Crushmore Pilsner from Banded Peak Brewing in Calgary
The Leafs are days away from knowing their 1st round opponent.
We broke down the possibilities and looked back at the Florida road trip.
Thanks to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Prairie Fairy Blackberry Wheat Ale from Sea Change Brewing in Edmonton.
On EP298 we talked about the roll JT is on. We discussed the PP, Simon Benoit's struggles and who we have the most confidence in for a game 1 start in net.
Big thanks to The Liquor Planet for the ESB from Salt Spring Brewing Co
The Leafs head out to Cali after a stinker in Nashville. The division is still on the line and there's valuable points up for grabs.
On EP296 we breakdown the Leafs recent poor play. We also share our thoughts on the last week of Marner drama.
EP295 is our Trade Deadline Recap. Trevor and Brother Troy were down in Palm Springs, while Sean was holding things down in snowy Ontario.
Beer was drank and talked about.
EP294 is our pre trade deadline, pre Vegas trip Episode.
We also had a little rapid fire, shoot or pass segment
On EP292, we circled back on the emotional swings of the Canada US For Nations Faceoff battle
We enjoyed a Hazy IPA from our friend Tommy Davidson and The Liquor Planet
On EP291 we looked back at the Canada Sweden game focusing on Sid's performance and Mitch's game winning goal.
On EP290 we looked back on the Leafs 4 game western road trip. We discussed Morgan's recent improved play and Marner's role on the Powerplay.
We finished off with some discussion around the Four Nations Faceoff
On EP289 we recapped an exciting game in Edmonton. Shared our thoughts on the announced cap increases and looked ahead to the Four Nations Faceoff.
On EP288 we discussed whether this is the year the Leafs go all in at the deadline. Like, really all in. Everything in play.
We also Enjoyed a Kolsch from Twin Sails Brewing
We're back for a fresh calendar year!
We eased in slowly without a beer or an agenda.
We touched on the halfway effects with the new playing style.
What's up with Morgan and a light discussion on the expiring Marner contract
EP286 is our 2024 Christmas special as well as our announcement of our Beers of the Year. We did some Light Housekeeping on some Leafs issues like the Matthews Injury, style of play and the goaltending carousel.
Then we got down to our beer of the Year.
Sean's pick was the Nordique IPA from Ile Sauvage Brewing Company in Victoria.
Trevor went with the Stuck in the Mud Coffee Porter from Sooke Ocean Brewing Company in Sooke BC.
All courtesy our great Sponsor The Liquor Planet right here in Langford, BC
EP285 Apparently the Leafs are doing unsustainable things. We discussed that, the goaltending heater and a few of their past results.
Our beer was a Coconut Mocha Porter from Fuggles and Warlock.
Over the past two weeks we got to observe some organizational depth. On EP284 we commented on and rated some of the recent fill ins.
We also talked about the 4 Nations Show Down as well as some potential C trade targets.
Thanks to The Liquor Planet for a great IPA from one of our all time favorites, Category 12 Brewing in Victoria.
Team Positive showed up for EP283
We broke down the Leafs effort vs Vegas amid all kinds of injuries.
We talked about the mysterious Matthews Injury and gushed over an
IPA from ILE Savage Brewing Company courtesy our friends
at the Liquor Planet
On EP282 we recapped a week that included a couple gut check OT wins and a gutless performance against Ottawa.
We both enjoyed a Raspberry Sour from Bones Brewing from our friends at The Liquor Planet
On EP281 we talked about the Leafs success without Matthews, could JT sneak onto team Canada for Four Nations and a full Easton Cowan scouting report from Sean's attendance at the London Knights game. We also got into an unplanned conversation about the NCAA decision to allow CHL players to play.
EP280 was a look back on a week where one Swede was traded and one in battling his coach for more Ice time. We were all over the map on this one but we ploughed a lot of ground.
We both loved the Kelp Stout from Tofino Brewing Company courtesy Wyatt at The Liquor Planet
On EP279 we looked back on a week of highs and lows. Nice wins vs Tampa and LA mixed in with a couple bad loses to Columbus and St Louis.
We had a heated debate on the character of the core 4 as it translates to deep playoff run. More angst about the power play and our first Hot Mic segment of the season.
Liquor planet hooked us up with a Hazy IPA from Shaketown Brewing in North Vancouver
EP278 is our first pre game set up, post game reaction pod of the season. We focused on the PP (ouch) and the Tanev Reilly pairing.
We also enjoyed a great Vanishing Point Pale Ale from Ghostfish Brewing Company in Seattle courtesy The Liquor Planet
EP277 is our 2024-2025 Season Preview.
We had a birth announcement!
The Beer segment is back!
We dissected the lines.
Made some predictions
Broke down the Atlantic division
And lots more
Thanks to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for helping get some beer to Sean in London
On EP276 we shared our training camp thoughts and teased some things to come on the Pod this upcoming season
On EP275 we went through the Leafs 2024-2025 schedule month by month. We highlighted games of interest and rated each months quality of Saturday Night content.
On EP274 we talked about the handing over of the Leafs Captaincy to Auston Matthews. Last year we were team Chaos. Now the boat has a new Captain.
On EP273 Sean turned it over to Trevor and it turned into Trevor, his two boys, Producer Reg, Art Director Des and brother Troy making a return to the Pod.
We sat on the deck on a beautiful August night with a few beverages and nothing but time.
It was the longest Pod in our history. Following introductions and beer talk, we dug into Leaf talk at about the 13:00 minute mark.
Sit back and enjoy.
On EP272 we shared our thoughts on the Leafs free agent signings. We touched on the Nic Robertson trade request and the ongoing Marner uncertainty.
On EP271 we teed up a big weekend including the draft and Free Agency. Trevor talked about his sports watching experiences in Europe and Wyatt from The Liquor Planet provided us with a Speedspitter Watermelon Wit from Parallell 49
On EP270 we reached deep into the bottom of the content bag and talked a little, Keefe comments, Marner contract, talked about the Oilers run and whether we should hate watch or enjoy it.
On EP269 we reacted to the introduction of Craig Berube as the new head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
We talked about the 4 remaining teams and enjoyed a Jitter Juice Coffee Porter from Moody Ales courtesy our friends at The Liquour Planet
On EP268 we packed a lot into a short time. We talked about the dismissal of Sheldon Keefe, and speculated on who will replace him,
We also tried to read between the lines of the Executive press conference.
EP265 is our Game 5 PrePost with 3 bonus segments between periods. Sit back and ride the Roller Coaster of Emotion.
Thank You Wyatt From the Liquor Planet for a Double IPA from Steamworks in Vancouver
EP263 is a pre game, post game wrapped around the Leafs game 3 loss to go down 2-1 in the series.
The Playoffs Are Back!
On EP260 we welcomed Joey Ferguson @Flowbuds on Twitter to sit with us and tee up Round 1 vs Boston.
We took a dive into matchups at all positions. We made series, upset and Stanley Cup Champion predictions.
Trevor peppered Sean and Joey with three hard hitting questions on our Hot Mic segment.
Thanks to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Blueberry Ale from Okanagan Spring Brewing.
EP259 is part 2 of our potential playoff opponent mini series.
In This EP we broke down the Leaf's nemisis the Boston Bruins
On EP258 we recorded part 1 of our likely playoff opponent mini-series. We spent this EP breaking down the Florida Panthers.
From special teams, to coaching, to goaltending and all positional players.
We ended with an abbreviated version of Hot Mic
On EP258 we recorded part 1 of our likely playoff opponent mini-series. We spent this EP breaking down the Florida Panthers.
From special teams, to coaching, to goaltending and all positional players.
We ended with an abbreviated version of Hot Mic
On EP257 we took a peak at the Leafs special teams and pondered whether they will statnd up to the post season. Sean peppered Trevor with a trio of questions in our Hot Mic segment.
Liquor Planet provided us with a Blueberry Brut IPA from Mount Aerosmith Brewing in Parksville, BC
On EP256, we put a new spin on report cards grading the players on playoff readiness.
We also threw in a Hot Mic Segment and rated a beer from Back Country Brewing in Squamish BC from our friends at The Liquor Planet.
EP255 is our trade deadline recap.
Thanks to The Liquor Planet for a Passionfruit Lager from Mad Dog Brewing in Sooke, BC
On EP254 we talked about the direction we feel the Leafs need to go at the deadline. Our Hot Mic segment asked, 'If you could go back in time, what Dubas transaction would you undo?"
EP253 is our look back at the Leafs 5-0 record during the Riely suspension. We touched on JT's changing roll and circled back on our Hot Mic segment.
EP252 Is our reaction to the Rielly suspension. We shared our reaction to the length as well as the reaction by Sens fans and the pleasure they take from it.
Liquor Planet provided and IPA from Swift Brewing in Downtown Victoria.
EP251 was a mixed bag with the Leafs hosting the All-Star festivities.
We unvieled a new Quiz segment called "Know Your Leaf" the brainchild of producer Reg.
As well, we showed of some new beer glasses embosed with the Pod logo.
Our 250th EP is a pregame postgame vs the Jets as we head into the AllStar break. We talked about surging Sammy, the PP bumping the slump and Ryan Reave back in the line1up. All of which were big factors in a big win.
Sean honored EP250 with a Fat Tug from Driftwood Brewing while Trevor enjoyed a German Style Pilsner from Wolf Brewing in Nanaimo BC
EP249 Is the most mid, midseason reportcards ever. Lots of improvement needed.
We also enjoyed our beer this week. Sean had his at a London Knights game while checking out Easton Cowan. Trevor's was from Sooke Oceanside Brewery courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet
EP248 is an emergency Podcast brought on by the William Nylander extension. We shared our thoughts and dug into a Swedish Themed Hot Mic segment.
Liquor Planet provided a Hocket themed beer from a company fronted by former Leaf Tyson Barrie.
EP247 Kicks off 2024. Is it a fresh start for the club? Will Keefe continue with his tough love. Is Mitch Marner the answer, or the question. All this and more including a 7:30AM beer.
On our last EP before Christmas, we talked a little World Juniors.
We also looked back at the last few games, discussed Jonas Seigel's takes on Max Domi and played an abbreviated version of Hot Mic.
A Mystic Hazy Pale Ale was on the menu tonight From Vancouver Island Brewing
On EP245 we talked about the Leafs recent winning ways.
We acknowledged JT's 1000 point milestone and wondered if he will be a first ballot hall of famer.
We finished off with our second installment of Hot Mic
Trevor enjoyed a Roasted Coconut Porter from Red Arrow Brewing courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet
EP244 was recorded following the Leafs win over the Sens.
Unfortunately, they may have lost Joseph Woll for an extended period of time.
On the bright side, we unveiled our new segment "Hot Mic"
Trevor presented 3 topics to Sean, he gave his thoughts and they discussed it. Instant classic.
EP243 is our second 10 game segment report cards. Happens to be the quarter point of the season which often indicates who you really are.
EP242 is a wrap up of the Leafs two games in Sweden. And as if the script was written for him, William Nylander won the weekend.
We discussed the NHL's terrible TV rights deals along with the resurrection of Robidias Island.
On EP241 we liked back at Sean's attendance at Scotia Bank Arena for Leafs vs Canucks.
There's a lot of moving parts on the roster and some positives signs are showing.
We looked ahead to the Leafs trip to Sweden and had a hypothetical Hall of Fame debate.
Trevor Enjoyed a Blueberry Pie Sour from Bridge Brewing courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet.
EP240 contains our player report cards after 10 games.
We abandoned the customary Letter Grades with a softer, gentler grading system as to not hurt any feelings.
We also discussed the aftermath of the Boston shootout loss.
No beer was consumed during the recording of this Podcast
On EP239 we looked back on the Leafs recent road trip success.
We talked about the emergence of Joseph Woll and the injuries on the blueline.
We finished off with our thoughts on the strong play of William Nylander and what it all means in the grand scheme of things.
Sean shared a session IPA from Creemore Brewing
EP238 was recorded after two uninspired efforts vs Chicago and Florida. We went over some area of concern. Talked about trying to stay positive and what constitutes a "Generational" player.
Foamers Folly Brewing was featured with a Beet, Blueberry and Blackberry Sour from our friends at The Liquor Planet.
EO237 was a classic Pre/Post we opened up with some things to watch for vs the Habs and ended breaking down a wild 6-5 Shootout win.
Thanks Liquor Planet for the Crane Berry, Cranberry Orange Sour from Tree Brewing
EP236 is our season preview. We rolled out our new beer ratings. Gave our predictions for division winners and finals match-ups, as well as some Leafs over Under prop bets.
We also introduced our listener beer segment.
Sean had a beer from Tobagaan Brewing Company while Liquor Planet hooked Trevor up with a tasty treat from Russell Beer.
Link to season survival pool
https://t.co/YJ1flQ5hSp
On EP235 we talked about the Babcock Scandal and looked at some training camp news and notes, focusing on Willy starting at 3C
On EP234 we paid our respects to Seans Grandpa who he lost this past month. Reviewed the Matthews and Keefe extensions and expressed our surprise the odd man out was Dubas after all was said and done. Liquor Planet provided us a Kiwi Sour from A Fram Brewing in Squamish BC
On EP233 we take care of a bit of mid summer houskeeping news. A bit of goalie talk and a peek over what old Dooby is doing in Pitt.
We had a beer from The Liquor Planet from local Victoria Brewery Moon Unser Water.
On EP232 we looked back on the Leafs day 2 free agent signings.
We also talked about the Nylander contract situation and wondered if he declared himself Canadian, would he be on the Canadian men's Olympic Hockey team.
We had some audio issues but we thought it was too fun to not post and impossible to duplicate. Enjoy
On EP230 we unpacked the Leafs selections in the 2023draft and looked back on a couple minor signings as well as the vote of confidence for Sheldon Keefe
On EP229 we talked about each of the Leafs 10 unrestricted free agents. We also touched on a few available near the top of a weak UFA class.
On EP228 we looked back on a weird day introducing the Leafs new GM while the old one trolled with his own news.
Now that the dust has settled, it feels familiar. Like a pair of slippers.
EP227 is up. We speculate on the impending GM hiring as well as continueing our discussion on what moving one of the big 3 looks like.
EP226 was recorded directly following the news Kyle Dubas is not returning and the Brendan Shanahan press conference.
Than you Betstamp and The Liquor Planet for your support.
EP225 is yet another another reaction Pod to yet another disapointing end to the season.
EP224 is a 4 part journey through game four vs Panthers. Pre/Post and a quick check in between periods.
Enjoy
EP222 is our breakdown of game 2. Their backs are against the wall. What's the response going to be?
EP221 is our series preview bundled with our game 1 post game comments to save you money
EP220 celebrates the Leafs first, first round win since 2004.
We started out with a quick instant post game reaction. Then came back in the morning and broke it down.
EP216 is a recap of the Leafs lopsided win over Tamps in Game 2.
Liquor Planet provided a great Key Lime Pie Sour from Back Country Brewing in Squamash BC
EP214 features our playoff thoughts.
We introduced our new sponsor Betstamp.
We dissected the line combos, defense parings and PP units and gve our series predictions.
EP213 is a little pre/post around the Bruins game. We keyed on the Reilly Schenn pairing as well as the return of ROR. Liquor Planet provided us with a Banana Split Dunkel from our old friends at Russell Brewing.
EP213 is a little pre/post around the Bruins game. We keyed on the Reilly Schenn pairing as well as the return of ROR.
Liquor Planet provided us with a Banana Split Dunkel from our old friends at Russell Brewing.
On EP212 There were some testy exchanges on Leafs line up decisions as the playoffs approach and the pressure mounts.
Trevor enjoyed a Wandering Camel IPA from Barkerville Brewing Company while watching hockey In Quesnel BC.
On EP211 we went back and forth about the line juggling, the D pairings and who'd we rather see in net to start the playoffs. Trevor had a Brown Nut Ale from Spinnakers in Victoria.
On EP211 we went back and forth about the line juggling, the D pairings and who'd we rather see in net to start the playoffs.
Trevor had a Brown Nut Ale from Spinnakers in Victoria.
ON EP210 we chatred about the Leafs win over the Hurricanes. We got into the importance of the new look bottom six as well as the critical remaining games as it pertains to playoff posotioning.
Sean grabbed an amazing IPA from our friends at Broken Rail Brewery. It was a 5/5!
On EP209 we discussed Trevor's trip to Vancouver to see the boys up close. We talked about Jake McCabe's early retrurns and looked ahead to the Saturday night game vs the Oilers.
Our friends at The Liquor Planet provided us with a German Pilsner from Small Gods Brewing Co in Sidney BC
EP208 had us breaking down the deadline. We also had a chance to evaluate a few of the newcomers after a couple games on the Western swing.
EP207 was a quick preview and a quick recap of the Wild game.
We added in a bit of trade talk and enjoyed a Nitro Latte Stout from Muskoka Brewery from our friends at The Liquor Planet
On EP205 we had the great pleasure to talk to Ric Kruszynski. Ric is an Ohio based photographer who just a few days ago shot the Leafs game in Columbus.
Ric shared some great insight into the world of big league sports photography. We encourage you to listen to the whole Episode. But at the 43:25 mark, Ric shared some pictures with some back stories from the Leafs Blue Jackets game February 10th
In EP204 we unpack the loss to the Bruins, as well as Murray and Matthew's lower body injuries.
We take a second shot at our trade target segment and wrap up dry January.
On Ep203 we revealed our ultimate trade deadline target.
We had a fascinating conversation about the Leafs goaltending situation and dug into some more non-alcoholic beer for dry January.
On EP202 we this past weeks games. Is Willy a more deserving all-star than Auston? Are Leafs Habs games even relevant anymore?
And we dove into more no alcohol craft beer.
On EP 201 we previewed the Saturday night Bruins game then hopped on after for a quick recap.
We added to our dry January with some selections from Partake and Stanley Park Brewing.
On EP200 we discussed level of goaltending concern. The red hot Bruins and whether the Leafs will go big game hunting at the deadline.
We had our first non alcohol beer segment to kick off dry January.
In EP199 we revealed our Beers of the year for 2022.
We talked about the Leafs two post Christmas games.
Our fuck off's were once again directed at the league and one league wide trend.
We finished off with a little World Jr and Connor Bedard talk
EP198 is a light read. Just some house keeping and tire pumping as we head into the Christmas Break. Thanks to all our listeners and sponsors. We did have time for a beer, a fuck yeah and a fuck off.
All good things must come to an end. The amazing run by Marner and the team, ended vs the Rangers. We talked about the goalie platoon and the media scare tactics as it relates to a new Nylander deal.
All good things must come to an end. The amazing run by Marner and the team, ended vs the Rangers. We talked about the goalie platoon and the media scare tactics as it relates to a new Nylander deal.
During our Ontario adventure we had a great opportunity to sit down with the owners of two independent Craft Breweries.
Brian at The Broken Rail in St Marys and Billy from Black Lab making a return appearance to the Podcast.
The journey of the independent Brewer is a labor of love as you will hear from both gentleman. Thanks to Billy and Brian for taking some valuable time to do this. We hope you enjoy.
On EP196 we looked back on a hot November, Mitch Marner's point streak and reviewed our pre-season predictions based on the first 20 games.
We also had a Light Mango from Mariner Brewing Co courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet
The Leafs went into the Jersey Swamp and put an end to the Devils 13 game winning streak. The game wasn't without contraversy. But the Leafs withstood a late charge missing their top 3 defencemen in an anything to get the win kind of effort.
The Leafs went into the Jersey Swamp and put an end to the Devils 13 game winning streak. The game wasn't without contraversy.
But the Leafs withstood a late charge missing their top 3 defencemen in an anything to get the win kind of effort.
WE TURNED 5 YEARS OLD TODAY!
On this day 5 years ago we released our first Episode. 240 episodes later, we're still waiting for a second round Pod.
We took a look back at some of our defining moments and added some clips. Hope you enjoy!
EP193 is a two part Pod. First part in person where we recapped a great Saturday night win vs Boston and previewed the Carolina and Vegas Games. Then we came back 72 hours later and recapped both games. We talked about our awesome experience together in Toronto. Our beer was a soon to be released Czech Lager from Broken Rail Brewing.
EP193 is a two part Pod. First part in person where we recapped a great Saturday night win vs Boston and previewed the Carolina and Vegas Games. Then we came back 72 hours later and recapped both games.
We talked about our awesome experience together in Toronto.
Our beer was a soon to be released Czech Lager from Broken Rail Brewing.
We took EP192 all the way to St Marys Ontario for our first in person Pod since Sept 2021. Huge thanks to Broken Rail Brewing for hosting. We dug into the Leafs win over the Flyers aand looked ahead to our Saturday game vs Boston which we will be at. We had a spirited debate about Auston Matthews' obligation to play a tougher brand of hockey.
We took EP192 all the way to St Marys Ontario for our first in person Pod since Sept 2021. Huge thanks to Broken Rail Brewing for hosting.
We dug into the Leafs win over the Flyers aand looked ahead to our Saturday game vs Boston which we will be at.
We had a spirited debate about Auston Matthews' obligation to play a tougher brand of hockey.
In our last Episode before Trevor Makes his way to Toronto for a couple games we talk about whether the slow start is a predictor of bad things to come. Or do they deserve a mulligan at the start of the season. What's ailing PP1?
EP190 was our first Pre/Post of the season.
We opened with some thoughts on the lackluster Arizona game. Then we checked in on the injury situation. Finally we chose a couple players we'd be focusing on and one of the did not disappoint.
An new season is upon us! This year we did something a little different. We broke down the opening night roster then started some predictions. A few season long predictions but also some more trackable first 20 game predictions.
It was also the global debut of our new segment, "Fuck off!"
We had a couope good beers to boot.
So settle in and Go Leafs Go!!
EP188 is dedicated to the passing of a great man. We talked about the rash of injuries that have hit the Leafs before the season even started. We discussed the Sandin signing along with a few housekeeping issues. Big thanks to Liquor Planet for the Svelty Lezak Czech Premium Lager from Slow Hand Beer Company
EP188 is dedicated to the passing of a great man.
We talked about the rash of injuries that have hit the Leafs before the season even started.
We discussed the Sandin signing along with a few housekeeping issues.
Big thanks to Liquor Planet for the Svelty Lezak Czech Premium Lager from Slow Hand Beer Company
On EP187 we teed up the teeing up of the upcoming season. We introduced our new Segment "Fuck Off" where each week we tell someone to Fuck off! We're ready for a big season!
On EP187 we teed up the teeing up of the upcoming season.
We introduced our new Segment "Fuck Off" where each week we tell someone to Fuck off!
We're ready for a big season!
The Leafs lost 2 Soups in one day. We talked about the goalie carousel and all the other free agent signings in EP186
On EP185 we were live during the Leafs first round selection which turned into a trade. We also commented on an assortment of draft day news as well as speculated on who the Leafs goalies my be moving forward
On EP184, we talked about the magnitude of winning a Hart Trophy for Matthews. We touched on the chances of Campbell resigning and enjoyed a Hazy Pale Ale From Foamers Folly in Vancouver courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet.
EP183 is in the books. Is Shapo the Leafs of Tennis? We also looked ahead to a few holes further down the line up that will need to be filled. What's Mikhyev's next contract look like and will the new owner regret it?
On EP182 We talked about the Jason Spezza retirement and hiring. His value to the organization and his career.
We had a beer from Liquor Planet and Sean was crushing Fat Tugs in Ontario
How many micro topics can we cover in 33 minutes? We found out on EP181. Sit down, start a camp fire and try follow along.
On EP 178 we had a pre-game chat. Followed by a quich overtime intermission tee up and a post game reaction following the loss.
EP177 was a Pre/Post around a huge game 3 win for the Leafs.
Thank you Wyatt at Liquor Planet for the Fun Dip Berry Sour from Off The Rail Brewing Company
This is what we said we were all waiting for. And the Buds didn't disappoint tonight.
We started out with a pregame dive into the series and ended with a quick recap of Game 1.
Thanks to The Liquor Planet for the Hazy IPA from Moon Under Water right here in Victoria.
EP175 was a Pre-game Post-Game vs Tampa. Not much to say post game so we took some questions. Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Passeggiata Vienna Lager from Luppolo Brewing In Vancouver.
EP175 was a Pre-game Post-Game vs Tampa. Not much to say post game so we took some questions.
Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Passeggiata Vienna Lager from Luppolo Brewing In Vancouver.
On EP174 we continued to discuss whether it's time to go all in emotionally on this team. We talked about D depth and pairings as well as our usual recap of the week that was and a look ahead to next weeks games. Liquor Planet provided us a Hazy IPA from Hoyne Brewing right here in Victoria, BC
On EP174 we continued to discuss whether it's time to go all in emotionally on this team. We talked about D depth and pairings as well as our usual recap of the week that was and a look ahead to next weeks games.
Liquor Planet provided us a Hazy IPA from Hoyne Brewing right here in Victoria, BC
On EP173 we celebrated 34's status as the all-time single season Leafs goal scorer. Then we took a peek at the two games in Florida and what they meant. Trevor enjoyed a an East Coast IPA from Mariner Brewing Company.
On EP173 we celebrated 34's status as the all-time single season Leafs goal scorer. Then we took a peek at the two games in Florida and what they meant.
Trevor enjoyed a an East Coast IPA from Mariner Brewing Company.
EP172 is a Pre Post Pod around the Jets Game. We went into it focusing on the play of William Nylander and ended celebrating Auston Matthew's 50th goal.
EP171 was our first look at the new trade deadline pick ups.
We talked about the New Jersey win and the tough schedule over the next two weeks.
Liquor Planet checked in with a Mystery Beer from Mariner Brewing Company in Coquitlam BC
On EP178 we unpacked the uneventful Leafs trade deadline activity.
Are they good enough to make a splash? Is this a low key reset season?
On EP169 we dove deep into our frustrations during the Arizona game. The further we get along in the season the more question marks pop up.
Thanks to The Liquor Planet for the Moon Dust Milkshake IPA from Salt Spring Brewing
On EP168 we looked back on a weird week of goals against. We looked ahead to the next week and talked about Nic Robertson getting a shot in the top 6.
Liquor Planet hooked us up with a Light Summer Session Ale from Ravens Brewing Company in Abbotsford, BC
Since we spoke last the Leafs picked up 3 of 8 points and over 5 million in Cap space with Jake Muzzin going on LTIR. How does this approach the way Kyle approaches the trade deadline?
Sean Enjoyed the Tesla's Revenge IPA from Broken Rail Brewing.
While Trevor had an Alpha Juicy Lager from Academy Brewing Courtesy The Liquor Planet
EP166 was a Pre game Post Game around the Penguins game. We looked back on the past week and previewed the Penguins game.
Then in part 2 we talked about the big win vs the Pens.
Thanks Liquor Planet for a great beer from 2 DADS Beer in Victoria BC
On EP164 we take a quick look back at the last three games.
Then we dive into a look back at the first half of the season, our takes on the good and the bad.
We finish off looking ahead to the second half and discuss whether there are any potential individual award winners on the team.
Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Rose Tea Sour from Moody Brewing
On EP163 we shared on the thoughts on the new, more balanced line combinations.
Then we touched on whether there is cause for concern with Jack Campbell's recent level of play.
Thanks to Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Blackberry Mojito Sour from Wildeye Brewing Company
On EP162 we jumped around a few topics including the Leafs recent blip of blowing leads, what if any red flags, all-star selections and a media beef in Edmonton.
Liquor planet provided a very nice IPA from Off the Rail Brewing Company in Vancouver.
On EP161 we re-capped the week that was. We touched on the impact defensively of Marner not being in the line up and looked ahead to a couple tough tests in the coming days.
Wyatt from Liquor Planet hooked us up with a Maitai Sour Cocktail Beer from Wild Eye Brewing in North Vancouver.
EP160 is our first of the New Year.
We announced we'll be dropping new Episodes on Fridays so plan your weekends accordingly.
We also announced our Beer of the year for 2021 and for the first time it was unanimous. Myrtle Meadows Hop Farm made a one off West Coast IPA and they absolutely nailed it.
We broke down some recent strong play by the Leafs and looked ahead to a couple big games this week.
As we record EP159 Covid is taking control of the schedule yet again.
Trevor returned from his three weeks in Germany so we recapped the last 3 weeks of Leaf's play and touched on some individual performances that have stood out.
In EP158 we talked a little about the the Leafs win in LA. We took a couple questions mostly about Trevor's impending trip to Germany.
Liquor Planet provided a tasty Clever Fox Apricot Saison from Nelson Brewing Company.
EP157 Brought to you by Manscaped was a Pre Post.
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Also Thank you Liquor Planet for the Black Tusk Chocolate Milk Ale from Whistler Brewing Company.
In a game we thought would result in tears, Joseph Woll gathered his first career shutout in only his second game.
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156 is a special Episode. We brought 2 friends of the show on, who have dialed back the intensity of their fandom and the intensity with which they consume the Leafs. It was a fascinating conversation.
Thank you Wyatt at The Liquor Planet for the Golden Ears Golden Stout from Foamers Folly
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Also by Liquor Planet who stepped up with Atomic Jam Raspberry Sour from Electric Bicycle Brewing Company in Vancouver.
In this EP we recapped the thrilling OT win vs Tampa and shared our best and worst three players so far this season.
Morgan Rielly signed an 8 tear deal and we fired up the mics to talk about it.
We also touched on the Blackhawks scandal.
As Always we are supported by Liquor Planet and Manscaped. Use Promo code LLEFTCOAST for 20% off and free shipping.
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It's getting ugly. We shared our thoughts during the second intermission of the Canes game.
Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Idle Hands Oaked Orange Ale from Red Arrow Brewing in Duncan BC
EP152 is sponsored by Manscaped. Go to www.manscaped.com and use code LEFTCOAST for 20% and free shipping!!
EP152 was your standard pre/post this time featuring the San Jose Sharks. Apparently the Leafs weren't notified of the start, middle or ending time of the game. So it's on to Pittsburgh with some work to do.
EP151 is a quick Post Game wrap up of Auston Matthews first game of the season vs the Rangers.
We also teased the exciting news we'll be teaming up with Manscaped!! More details to come.
We put a new spin on the Panel for our 2021/22 Season Preview.
Bryan and Christine returned to the pod to bring their thoughts.
Liquor Planet hooked us up with Eclipse Black Velvet Stout ftom Phillips Brewing.
We talked about:
Who's in/Who's out
Goaltending Tandem
Areas of concern/Optimism
Matthews Injury
Predictions
On EP149 we looked back at the All or Nothing series and actually pulled more positives out than negatives. We talked a bit about the preseason and Trevor enjoyed a Pumpkin Pie Milkshake IPA from Russell Beer.
EP148 had worlds colliding. Our friends from Oilers YYC Podcast jumped on with us, or did we jump on with them? None the less, it was a great discussion about two teams in very similar positions.
Thanks once again Liquor Planet for the Blue Raspberry Lemonade Sour from Back Country Brewing in Squamish, BC
EP147 was an episode for the sake of an episode because Sean was in town. We shared a Coffee Ale from White Sails in Nanaimo courtesy The Liquor Planet.
We took a couple questions and just generally wasted time.
EP146 was our first in person Pod in 10 months and it was so fun!!
Wyatt at the Liquor Planet crushed it with a West Coast IPA Myrtle Meadows Hop Farm In Pemberton BC
We chatted about off season signings around the league and what "mouth feel" actually means.
On EP145 we took a deep dive into the Morgan Rielly situation. What are the Leafs up against and what's their move going to be?
We enjoyed Beers from Cowbell Brewing in London and Lighthouse Brewing in Victoria courtesy The Liquor Planet.
On EP144 we talked about the timing of the Leafs Amazon series All or Nothing and how we might approach viewing it. We unpacked some off season house keeping issues and took a couple questions from Twitter.
Thanks Wyatt at Liquor Planet for the "It'll Be Fine" Southern Hemisphere IPA from Driftwood Brewery.
ON EP142 we looked back on the Leaf's free agent signings to date.
Liquor Planet scored us a Cream Ale from Gladstone Brewing Company in Courtenay BC.
On EP141 we kicked off the off-season festivities as we approach the drafts and free agency.
Liquor Planet provided Trevor with a Nitro Stout from Container Brewing in Vancouver.
On EP140 we introduced a "Bingo" card of 20 Leafs offseason possibilities. We briefly discussed each possibility.
For the contest portion, choose 10 possibilities, DM us on Twitter or Instagram and give us your 10 square numbers. Whoever has the most right on the opening day of training camp will win fabulous prizes.
Liquor Planet hooked Trevor up with an Amethyst Purple Sour with Guava from Granville Island Brewing Company.
This past week, Sean lost the Matriarch of the family, Grandma Jean.
So instead of starting our hair on fire and going off on the Leafs, we looked back on her love of the Leafs and how hockey brings people and families together. We tossed in a bit of Leafs talk and some Craft beer from our friends at The Liquor Planet.
We documented our journey through game 7 with Pregame. 1st and 2nd intermission and a post game reactions.
Thanks for another solid season from Wyatt at the Liquor Planet.
We did a Pre Game. Overtime Intermission. And a Post Game.
Not Much explanation needed.
The Leafs couldn't finish the job tonight so on to Saturday. We talked about Sandin's rough night, Nylander's lack of ice time and the riddle that has been Mitch Marner's offence.
Black Lab Brewing represented again with a solid Maple Stout and a double dry hopped IPA
EP135 is a post game recap of a huge game 4 win to put the Leafs Up 4-1
Sean raved about his Double Dry Hopped IPA from Black Lab Beer.
While Trevor totally enjoyed a Sol Vida Cerveza Clara from Bad Tattoo Brewing Company in beautiful Penticton.
EP134 was a Game 3 pre post. It was light on the beer but heavy on excitement. You know how it ended. Out your feet up and enjoy.
EP133 was all good vibes for a huge Game 2 win following a messed up game 1. The boys responded and the series is tied.
Thank you Liquor Planet for the Hibiscus Sour Gose from Parkside Brewery and Railway City for the Mystic Fortune Teller who predicted a Leafs win.
Game 1 is in the books. The horrific incident with JT over shadowed the game but we were still able to cast blame right where it belongs, the powerplay.
Sean was tiwtterpated by his Juice Caboose Hazy IPA from Railway City In St Thomas while Trevor was completely satisfied with his Plasma Blaster from Fuggles and Warlock courtesy The Liquor Planet.
The boys got back together for our playoff preview. Sean, Tommy, Trevor and Trevor brought the heat from Saskatchewan, Victoria and and London. Predictions and our thoughts. Some great beer too.
The playoff matchups are set. We're just playing out the string.
EP130 is a quick chat about Freddy's return to the crease. We teed up our playoff preview and announced our Playoff Pool.
No beer tonight. Resting the liver for a deep run.
EP129 was an ode to Rasmus Sandin. We also touched on the goalie situation and took a peek at some of the races south of the Border.
Trevor gave a JT rating to a Vanilla Raspberry Sour from Category 12 Brewery in Victoria.
EP128 was our chance to comment on the the debut of Nick Foligno. Most importantly it was a win. Some positive things to build off of with another veteran in the room and on the ice.
In EP127 we did a Pre/Post around the return of the Covid riddled Canucks. We all saw how it turned out. We took questions and that usually means trouble.
Curley Brewing Co in London tickled Sean's taste buds with with an Experimental IPA while Trevor was less whelmed by Steel and Oak Radiant Things Hibiscus Grapefruit Pale Ale courtesy Liquor Planet
EP126 had a feel good tribute to Jack Campbell. A little Gally talk and some speculation on the trade deadline.
Wyatt at Liquor Planet hooked Trevor up with a Zonkey Barrel Aged Ginger & Lime Brown Ale from Phillips Brewing Company.
Sean went with an old favorite the Naughty Hildegard from Driftwood Brewery.
On EP125 we had a little chat before and after the Leafs OT loss vs the Oilers. We focused on the play of JT and the PP as well as Michael Hutchinson. Wyatt from Liquor Planet hooked Trevor up with a Hijack IPA from Citizen Brewing Company in Calgary while Sean loved his Double Exposure Double IPA from Cowbell Brewing in Blyth, Ontario.
We got the band back together for EP124.
Sean, Tommy and Trevor x2 looked back at the first 30 games, talked about goaltending (obviously) and checked the tape on our preseason predictions.
Fieldhouse Brewing, Pile O Bones, Curley and Lighthouse Brewing were all represented on this EP.
EP123 returned us to a little pregame/postgame fun around a Jets game. The result was fun but the journey was rocky.
Curley Beer in London, Ont hit another one out of the park for Sean with an 8.2% Double IPA while Wyatt at Liquor Planet kept the good times Sour for Trevor with a Peach Sour from Wild Ambition Brewing in Kelowna BC
Lots to celebrate on EP122. B2B shut out wins vs the Oilers with depth goaltending.
Also Curley Brewing Company in London, Ont hooked Sean up with an East Coast IPA that hit all the notes. Trevor had the usual surprise beer from Liquor Planet that turned out to be anything but the usual.
We ducked down to Buffalo to see what a dumpster fire looks like in our Crossing the Border segment.
On EP121 we recapped the Calgary games and all the weirdness that went along with it. We took some listener questions and shared our thoughts on the Lake Tahoe games.
We enjoyed a Plum Sour from Wild Ambition Brewing courtesy our Friends at The Liquor Planet
On EP120 we recapped the 3 game series vs Ottawa.
We also gave some much deserved love to Auston Matthews.
Then we extended our South of the Border segment and took a look at all 4 divisions to date to see if any trends are emerging.
Thank you The Liquor Planet for the Breakfast of Champions Coffee Lager from Riot Brewing
The Leafs appear to be the real deal. We unpacked the 3 game series vs the Canucks and looked ahead to the big 2 game set with the Habs. Auston Matthews is officially elite and the Black IPA colab between Vancouver Island Brewing and Rossland Brewing hit all the notes.
EP 118 is chalk a block full of analysis on the Leaf's first 10 games.
Two beers were in play tonight. Sean had a Mad Toms from Muskoka Brewing Company while out on the Left Coast, Liquor Planet stepped up with a Bomber of Victoria's own Moon Under Water Cherry Coconut Sour for Trevor.
On EP117 we recorded immediately following a big win over the Oilers sans Matthews and Thornton.
The guts of our discussion was about the Leaf's recent lack of depth scoring and how critical that is to taking the next step.
We also introduced a new segment for this season called "Crossing the Border" where we check in on the US divisions.
Liquor Planet hit it out of the park on the day we lost Hank Aaron with an IPA from Bones Brewing in Victoria.
On our first Pre Game, Post Game of the season, we were forced to breakdown a loss to the Senators that was as painful as it was predictable. It's game 2 of the season and we're not giving Freddie a free pass.
Our beer from Liquor Planet was an Oatmeal Stout from Twin Sails in Port Moody, BC
CONTEST DETAILS BELOW
Welcome back for Part 2 of our Season Preview.
In this Episode we pulled out the Crystal Ball and made a few predictions.
-Leafs G/A/Pts Leaders
-Canadian Division G/A Leaders
-Canadian Division Standings and Final 2
-Top Goalie in Canadian Division
-US division Winners
-Stanley Cup Champs
On this episode we announced a contest.
We are giving away four, 4 packs of Russell Beer tall cans to 4 Ontario listeners to mark the arrival of Russell Beer to Ontario LCBO's.
Within this Episode we announced which Russell Beer will be going into LCBO's first.
-Follow LCL Podcast and Russell Beer on Twitter or Instagram
-Listen to this Episode for the answer to the question
-DM LCL Podcast on Instagram or Twitter with the answer
-Winners announced during opening night Jan 13th
-Only Open to Ontario Residents
We got the band back together! Trevor, Sean, Tommy and Trevor return for our 2 part 2021 season Preview. In part 1 we look at the changes to the Leaf's roster over the past off-season. We also break down the line and power play combinations.
Each one of us brought our own beverage to the Zoom party. Trevor B had a Plum Sour from Ace Brewing Company in Courtenay, BC.
Trevor W had Pandemonium from Rebel Brewing in Regina. Sean checked in with a selection from Muskoka Brewing while Tommy changed it up with a 57% Whiskey from Shelter Point in Campbell River, BC
On EP115, our first with Sean in Ontario, we dug into the freshly released Canadian Division schedule.
We quickly got into the World Jr per-tournament game vs Russia and gave our thoughts on the Kucherov LTIR situation in Tampa.
Wyatt at Liquor Planet stepped up with A Chocolate Coconut Porter from Deep Cove Craft.
On Part 2 of EP114 we looked back on the debacle that was 2020.
We cracked a Orange Dreamsicle Dessert Sour from Russell Brewing Company courtesy Wyatt at The Liquor Planet
With special emphasis on the first 3 months as we tracked the early weeks and months of the virus as it crept over to North America and eventually brought sports and our lives to a stand still.
We ended on a high note with our picks for beer of the year.
On Ep114 we started to wind down our in studio experience as Sean gets ready to head back to Ontario this weekend.
We shared our thoughts on the all Canadian division for 2021.
Liquor Planet went bar down with a Double IPA from Riot Brewing Company right here on Vancouver Island.
On EP113 We made a major announcement about the Pod. Then we talked about the state of the NHL's 2020/2021 season planning as it relates to the Covid19 pandemic and how they might differ in their approach from other leagues. All the while enjoying a Blackheart Organic Oatmeal Stout from Nelson Brewing Company.
On EP111 we took every question from The Athletic's Leaf fan Survey and gave a quick rapid fire answer of our own. It was a blast and filled a void left by this lull in the Hockey world.
On EP110 We dragged out a couple listener questions while enjoying a Bridge Brewing Dunkelweizen from our friends at The Liquor Planet
On EP109 we broke down the Leafs re-tooled Bottom six forward group.
Liquor Planet provided us with a Honey Kolsch from Three Kingdoms Beer Company.
Before over indulging on Thanksgiving Turkey we broke down the week that was with the draft and free agency, with special focus on how the Leaf's blueline is going to shape up.
Liquor Planet shared a Prairie Honey Wheat Ale from Moosehead Brewing in Saint John NB
EP107 featured discussion on what the Leafs intend to do with the 15th overall pick. Who might they choose? Will they trade it outright? Will the trade down or up? From there we just went off on a few topics related to the odd order of thigs during these weird times and how we see things playing out.
Wyatt from Liquor Planet stepped up with two separate beer from Wayne Gretzky Brewing in Kelowna BC
On EP106 we were back in the studio with a bomber of terrific craft beer from Liquor Planet. We talked about the finals and local boy Jamie Benn. The we touched on the Alex Pietrangelo and Freddy Andersen situations. We finished off debating whether Mitch Marner is a superstar before we gave our opinions on the Mosaic Enigma Raspberry Hazy Double IPA from Field House Brewing.
EP105 yielded no craft beer. Just a quick going over of the Kappy trade and some air travel talk as Sean prepares to fly home.
EP104 is timely. As the Avalanche move on to the second round, the Leafs continue to be beaten down by playoff failures that Kadri's actions played a big part of for 2 seasons. We broke down the dominoes that have fallen as a result of 4 straight first round exits. What would've changed if only one of those Boston series ended with a win?
We really enjoyed 2 great beer from Russell Brewery.
On EP103 we were joined by Graham Mosimann of the OilersYYC Podcast. We had an outstanding chat about the differences and similarities of the Oiler and Leaf teams and fan bases. Spoiler alert, we're more similar than you think.
With 6 minutes left in Game 4 vs Columbus and the Leafs down 2-0, we wrote them off and started our post game wrap up by taking Twitter Questions. The rest is now part of Leafs folklore. THere are the 12 minutes as it sounded on EP101
Full disclosure. We started taking Twitter questions with 7 min left in the 3rd talking about the off season. We were live for the tying goal. One of the greatest moments in LCL Podcast history.
Thanks Wyatt at Liquor Planet for the IPA from Howe Sound Brewing Company.
On EP99 we honored former Leafs 99 Wilf Paiement and told a wild story about his playing career.
Then we breathed a huge sigh of relief and broke Game 2 down. No Liquor. No angry shouting. (sorry)
On EP98 we fell back to our Pe Game, drink, Post Game format and well, we are sorry. But the beer from Liquor Planet was solid. Thank you Wyatt.
EP97 saw the reunion of our pre-season panel from almost a year ago. Back in Sept we were at 5th St and this time we sat on the patio of Whistle Bouy Brewing Company on the hottest day of the summer to date in Victoria.
We talked about which Leafs team is the real Leafs team and gave our breakdown and predictions for the play-in round vs Columbus
On EP95 we shared our thoughts on 2019 2020 training camp part 2 and compared 4 Phillips Lite craft beer to their non Lite counterparts. The results are surprising and fun.
Back in the studio for the first time since early March and it felt so good. We celebrated Canada Day with a couple beer from Liquor Planet and looked back on some recent July 1st Leafs Transactions. As well as reviewing this season Free Agent crop.
Who else but Doug Gilmour to be our EP93 cover model.
It's been a couple weeks so we thought we'd just say hey. We talked about the move of Chris Cuthbert from to CBC/Sportsnet. We touched on the latest news about NHL reopening and opened with our thoughts on the social unrest of the past couple weeks.
On EP92 Trevor and Sean did an in person Pod at a safe distance for the first time since March 21. We were at a golf course in Victoria. We talked about the Overdrive Brian Hayes National golf challenge with Odog and touched on the return to play format accepted by the NHLPA. Catch it on YouTube!!!
We continue or look back at the 2017 playoff series vs Washington with the series coming back to the ACC tied at 1. As a bonus we chatted with our friend Rick Rowley who was in the building for both games.
On EP 90 we decided to conjure up some positive memories from the recent past and do a game by game breakdown of the 2017 playoff series vs the Capitals.
In this episode we broke down the game one OT loss on the Tom Wilson sharp angle goal and the double OT thriller by a young, fresh faced Kappy
On EP89 (Mogilny) Sean and Trevor were virtually back together talking about the all-time list, Mikko Lehtonen and holding the draft before the season is considered complete.
On this special episode, former Wild draft pick Brian Passmore reflects on his 2 seasons at the University of PEI with recently retired Joel Ward.
Brian played in the OHL with Plymouth, Oshawa and Guelph.
We also touched on the effect Covid19 is having on Passmore Hockey, Brian's hockey performance company.
Jason Bast is a veteran of the DEL, Germany's professional hockey league. He spent 5 seasons with the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League and 4 seasons with the StFx X-Men before embarking on a professional career. Jason joined us to talk about his abrupt departure from Germany in early March amid the Covid19 crisis and what might lie ahead as he plans a return for next season.
Jason also shared a story from his Jr Hockey days about former Leaf and Jr teammate Fraser McLaren
On this Episode we reunited with Megan, Christine and Mike. Our great friends from the Regal Beagle Pub in Vancouver.
We got a Covid update from the group then posed a very important question.
If you could bring any Leafs player back in their prime to be on the team today, who would that be? First because he is or was your favorite. Second, a player who would be the difference maker for a Cup.
In what may well be our final instalment of our draft revisit series, we looked back at one of our best picks of the last decade and likely the 2 worst 1st round picks of the last decade. We also talked about what would've been the end of the NHL regular season
In this edition of our social distancing Draft Revisit series, we looked back on the 2013 draft where the Leafs took fan fave Frederik Gauthier in the first round.
We did a look back on the 2014 Draft. Is there anyone after Willy we'd flip for today? Obvious answer might be Pasta but is he the same player if he's not on that line in Boston?
In the first installment of our look back on previous drafts we present the question, if you could take anyone else drafted after Mitch Marner in the 2015 draft today, would you? If so, who?
We also made our screen debut on this Episode.
Catch it on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxbOF8KC2Us&t=420s
Podcast listener Naz joined us for a chat about Leaf fandom in the UK and how the Cornavirus is being handled in the UK
On EP88 we congregated on Trevor's driveway. Sterilized the mics and the beer. Sat at a safe distance and talked Covid 19 and what sports might look like when we come back from all this.
Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Pandamonium Super IPA from Phillips Brewery in Victoria.
On EP87 Sean and Trevor chatted from the comfort of our own homes. It was a BYOB situation and we both went for our go to comfort beers. We chatted about the current state of global affairs then dove into our 20/20 hindsight goggles and talked about what the most regrettable Leafs transaction of the last 3 years.
At the 30:30 mark, Wyatt from Liquor Planet joined Trevor and we discussed the Liquor store business during these unprecedented times.
On EP86 we honored Sean's birth year. Then we went on to grade every Leaf player as we tee it up for the stretch run.
Thank you Wyatt at Liquor Planet for the Go Juice Go from R&B Brewing Co in East Van BC. A coffee colab with Bean around the World.
On EP85 we looked back on a surprisingly great week following zambonygate and forward to the Leafs California trip.
Liquor Planet provided a Berry Sour from Deep Cove Brewing Company in Vancouver
Do we trust this team? Does one win cure all? We dove deep into trust issues and took questions from Twitter. Liquor Planet provided us with a vanilla Cream Ale from Bridge Brewing Company in Vancouver.
Decided to let some people vent after the Penguins game.
Did our best with the sound.
Thank you Aaron, Carolyn, Wayne, Logan and Justin.
As we approach the trade deadline, we reached out to Marlies season ticket holder and writer Talon Jenkins to ask "what's the deal with Jeremy Bracco?"
The Leafs ran 5 of 6 points off while battling the Flu and without their #1 goalie. We touched on last weeks trade after 3 games. Thanked Cody Ceci for his LTIR space and split a Vanilla Stout from LIghthouse Brewing Company in Victoria, BC courtesy or freinds at The Liquor Planet.
For EP82 we did no prep. We just sat down and shot the shit as the Leafs fans we are. Kind of a state of the union if you will. Liquor Planet hooked us up with a YOGN 82 Belgian Triple from Townsite Brewery in Beautiful Powell River, BC
We fired up a group discussion from 5th St during the Nashville game. Special guests Christine McAvoy and Trevor Wyatt dropped by for a little trade deadline speculation.
EP81 was jam packed. We honored our favourite 81 Phil Kessel with hot dogs in studio. Liquor Planet stepped up with an Atomic Joker Cherry Porter from Bridge Brewing Company in North Vancouver.
We touched on Freddie's struggles, Keefe's immature comment and what the stretch drive might hold.
On EP80 we talked about the turnaround in the Atlantic division standings since November. We gave our all-star Mitch a shout out and took questions from Social Media.
Our sponsor The Liquor Planet gave us a double dry hopped Kviek Pale Ale from Deep Cove Brewing company and we revealed our beers of the year for 2019.
Super excited to have the chance to sit down at 5th St with Toronto based comedian Rick Rowley to talk about some of his projects and our beloved Toronto Maple Leafs. Be sure to check Rick's content out @rickrowley3 on Instagram
On EP79 Sean was in Ontario and Trevor was back home on the Island. We shared our takes on the Mikheyev injury then recapped the past decade of Leafs coaches. Sean had a Blue Print Blueberry Blonde from a friend of the family who owns the Broadhead Brewing Company in Orleans, Ontario.
On EP78 we talked about the Leafs recent winning ways as well as their new found scoring depth. Our beer from The Liquor Planet was The Shaft. An outstanding 10.5 % Russian Imperial Espresso Stout from Victoria's Moon Underwater Brewery.
It's our favorite time of the year when the Leafs roll through Vancouver. We sat down at the Regal Beagle in KItsilano with Producer Reg, Megan, Christine, Mike, Jeff and Lloyd who obviously had fake ID to gain entrance. We had a blast! Hope you enjoy!
On EP77 we recap a strong effort in St Louis and preview the most important game on the calendar. The Leafs annual visit to Vancouver. Podcast listener Grace from Seattle provided us with a very timely Winter Lager from Silver City Brewing in Bremerton, Washington as we gave Liquor Planet the day off.
On EP76 we had a long chat about Willy a year out from his signing. We shared a Lions Mane Golden Ale from Red Arrow Brewing in Duncan, BC Courtesy our friends at Liquor Planet
We sat down to share our initial thoughts on the Leafs coaching change. No beer. Just hard hitting analysis.
Leafs got crushed by Penguins. yada yada yada. Mike Babcock blah blah blah Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Ouzo and the Spectrum Melon Haze Pale Ale. We took questions with Trevor's brother too.
From EP74, this is just the scouting report on Kasimir Kaskisuo from our Marlies correspondent Talon Jenkins.
On EP74 we were super fortunate to catch up with Talon Jenkins who gave us outstanding insight on new Leafs back up Kasimir Kaskisou. We briefly touched on some of the Leafs current challenges and shared an Amber Ale with Ginger and Lime from Foamer Folly courtesy Liquor Planet.
On EP73 we talked about the way the Leafs have run off a three game winning streak. We also wondered how to get Tyson Barrie going and Liquor Planet provided a Sai Sour Saison from Fuggles and Warlock
On Episode 72 we broke Codi Ceci's first 14 games down. We welcomed Travis Dermott back and talked about what's ailing the Leafs. We also discussed Eagle reproduction and shared a bomber of British Ale from Hoyne Brewery courtesy our friends at Liquor Planet.
On EP71 we honored current Leaf #71 David Clarkson. Liquor Planet provided us a nice Coffee Lager from Victoria's Four Mile Brewery. We got right into the JT injury followed by some backup goalie talk and a little chat about what's ailing this high powered team.
On EP70 we did Pre and Post game segments around the first Hockey Night in Canada Saturday night of the season. What a wild game it was. We unveiled our beer rating system and enjoyed a Spruce Tree Ale From Tofino Brewing Company courtesy The Liquor Planet
On EP69 we put our own spin on our Leafs season preview and enjoyed a Down Easy Pale Ale from Hoyne Brewery and our Sponsor Liquor Planet.
On part 2 of our on location Podcast we talked about the challanges facing the team in order to go deep in the playoffs. We broke down the Eastern conference with our top 3 predictions We wondered about Mike Babcock's fate. How much will Freddie play? Where do we see the special teams finishing?
For this Episode we added two microphones, sat in a pub and went around the table with an extra Trevor and Tom. The Auston Matthews news broke in time for us to discuss it and we talked about this seasons roster vs last seasons. Then the pizza came we decided to cut it off. Stay tuned for part 2 in a couple days.
On EP68 we talked about the brand new Mitch MArner contract, the captaincy and enjoyed a spectacular Tropical IPA from Nelson Brewing Company courtesy our great friends at The Liquor Planet
On Ep67 we discussed the recent prospect rankings and sprinkled in a bit of Marner talk with the threat of a European Vacation. We consumed a Hefeweizen from Hoyne Brewery courtesy our sponsor The Liquor Planet
For todays Episode, Sean was in Ontario and Trevor was back home in Victoria. We had our own tall cans. One, a Cucumber Ale from Steamworks Brewery in Vancouver courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet while Sean was repping a Bitter Waitress Black IPA from Shillow Beer in Ottawa. We had a hypothetical goalie conversation and took some questions from social media.
Spezza got 8 minutes as a value 4th line signing. In part 2 of our Summer Pop up series, we gave 11 minutes to Cody Ceci. We recapped our Mango Wheat Ale fro Bridge Brewing courtesy The Liquor Planet
Could be the best 8 minutes you spend all week. We took a deep dive (?) into the Jason Spezza signing as well as a Bomber of Tart Mango Wheat Ale from Bridge Brewery and our friends at Liquor Planet
On EP66 we had a special delivery from Wyatt at Liquor Planet. We broke down the events of the last 10 days with a special nod to our decade long affair with Nazem Kadri.
Our second bonus draft weekend episode is a 1 on 1 with Christine McAvoy. (No relation to Charlie) Vancouver freelance photographer/videographer and die hard Leafs fan. We spent a good chunk of the weekend taking in the draft, the Steve Dangle book signing and all the fun that surrounded it. These are our recollections.
We partied at the draft in Vancouver and the Regal Beagle all weekend. Steve Dangle popped by for a book signing and it turned into a pretty big deal. So we podded about it from the pub.
On EP65 we were all over the road between Raps and Leafs while watching game 6 of the NBA Finals. Liquor Planet graced us with 2 tall cans of Galactic Space Dragon IPA from Odin Brewing Co Tukwila, Washington
On EP64 we stole a concept from one of Trevor's favourite shows, Pardon the Interruption and did a rundown of 5 topics. We talked about each topic for two and a half minutes. Liquor Planet gave us a Saison from Red Arrow Brewery in Duncan, BC.
On EP63 Sean and Trevor discussed the hand pass controversy and where we see the review process going. We touched on the Babcock vote of confidence and the Shanny extension. Liquor Planet scored with a couple tall cans of Dino Sour BlackBerry sour Ale from Phillips Brewery.
On EP62 we took it all the way back to July 1st and discussed the events of the season right up to the early playoff exit. Our Sponsor Liquor Planet gave us a Queen's Knight Dunkelweizn from Hoyne Brewery in Victoria.
Same shit. Different year. We talked before, after and between periods of Game 7. Only positive of the night was a great Play Dead IPA from Yellow Dog Brewing Company in Port Moody, BC from our great sponsor, Liquor Planet
On our Game 5 review, Trevor's brother Troy called in while tinkering in his garage in Regina. We chatted about the Matthew's goal review, the temperature of the series and the unsung efforts from the Leafs back end.
Game 4 was close but no cigar. Sean called in from Salmon Arm BC to discuss the series tying game.
Game 3 left the Buds up 2-1. We did a quick pre-game post-game and cracked an Elder Flower Sour from Red Arrow Brewery in Duncan, BC. As usual, thank you Liquor Planet. We liked that beer too.
On EP60 we shared our thoughts just before puck drop, then gave our reaction following the Leafs solid 4-1 win over Boston
This is it! Our comprehensive first round series preview and predictions. No calculator required. Just gut check, eye test analysis of Leafs v Bruins. We also shared an aptly named Low Pressure Porter from Mount Arrowsmith Brewing in Parksville, BC courtesy our great sponsor Liquor Planet.
As Sean has checked out for the regular season to work on his playoff preview, Trevor dropped a bonus Pod with the host of Leaf Geeks Podcast, co-host of the Staff and Graph Podcast and Athletic TO contributor, Ian Tulloch. We talked about how current trends may translate into playoff success for the Leafs.
EP58 was a bit of a limbo Episode in waiting for the playoffs. It turned out to be a great debate. Thanks to Liquor Planet for the Axe & Barrel Strong Amber Ale.
On EP57 we talked about starting on time an how similar but different this season feels compared to last season. Also is there a missing ingredient to the fabric of this team? We both gave thumbs up to the Brekkie Breakfast Blond Ale from Coal Harbour Brewing Company courtesy Liquor Planet.
On Ep56 we travelled the Juan de Fuca Straight to Vancouver to watch the Leafs take on the Canucks. It was a road trip to remember with an NHL hockey game sprinkled in. We started off with a Lunch Break IPA from Breakside Brewery in Portland courtesy Liquor Planet.
On EP55 we looked back on JT's return to Long Island. We also talked about the sudden thinning of the blue line and set up the big game in Vancouver on March 6. We sampled the Disruption IPA from C12 Brewery in Victoria. Special appearance by Taylor.
On EP54 we looked back on the trade deadline. Looked ahead to the rest of the season and enjoyed an IPA from R&B Brewing Co. As well as a bonus IPA from Barkersville Brewing Co courtesy our friends at The Liquor Planet.
Trevor went to Vegas for Leafs, Golden Knights. He interviewed Leafs fans from Alaska, Vernon, Prince Rupert, Regina and all corners of Ontario. Here they are.
On Episode 53 we break down the pros and cons of the new Matthews deal while sipping on a Sour Outage Passionfruit and Plum Dark Sour from award winning Riot Brewing Company in Chemanius, BC. Stick around at the end for another beat by Reg. Snow Day which can be found on Band Camp @ Reggie Bast.
Pretty simple. We cracked a craft beer and talked about Jake Muzzin. Sap Sucker Maple Porter from Fernie Brewing Company.
On EP52 we enjoy a nice Black Wit from Townsite Brewing in Powell River BC courtesy our friends at Liquor Planet. Sean and Trevor discuss how the team shapes up heading into the break and what the trade deadline expectations are heading into the stretch run. Stick around at the end for another beat by Reg
In EP51 we talked about the Gardiner booing. We also talked about the general weird feeling around the team and how we each feel about the team at this stage of the season vs this time last season. Wyatt at Liquor Planet challanged our palate with a Blanche De Chambly White Ale from Unibroue.
Our Benchmark EP50 was another on location Pod at 5th St Wood Fired Rotisserie. We did a pre and post game segment around the game vs the fucking Bruins and interviewed the winner of the Canucks Leafs tickets on March 6th.
On EP49 we wrapped up the World Jr's for Team Canada and did a little pre game post game around the Leafs Canucks Game. We cracked a Trifecta from Parallel 49 Brewery in honor of EP 49 evidently. Courtesy Liquor Planet.
While Sean is busy at the World Juniors, Trevor sat down with Sean Cameron aka Puffy of James Duthie's Rubber Boots Podcast to talk Leafs and a bit of WJC.
EP48 is our Christmas Episode. We exchanged gifts and had an actual surprise delivery to the Podcast studio from "Santa" Liquor Planet gifted us the 7th Anniversary Imperial Stout from Coal Harbour Brewing Company. We talked about Nylander usage and each chose our "Beer of the Year" Merry Christmas!!!
EP47 was a stellar beer Episode. Idle Hands Oaked Orange from Red Arrow Brewing in Duncan, BC courtesy Liquor Planet and a bonus Pillowfist Hazy IPA from Old Town Brewing in Portland, OR courtesy Trevor's son. We broke down what the last 4 months of the season may look like compared to the last 4 months last season. Thanks also to 5th St Wood fired Rotisserie in Victoria, BC.
On EP46 brought to you by Liquor Planet and 5th Street Wood Fired Rotisserie we were split on the Blitzen by Steamworks Brewery. We talked about the Hyman suspension and the talk of the Leafs team toughness. We wondered when Willy will hit his stride and talked a little world Jr's.
EP45 occurred a couple hours after the big Nylander signing. We loved the Rice Pudding Porter from 4 Mile Brewing courtesy Liquor Planet.
In EP44 we thank the hockey gods this is the last Podcast we have to do before the Dec 1 deadline. Then we create our own defensive pairings given the current players on the roster. Liquor Planet gave us a Guava Islander Tropical IPA from Coronado Brewing Co in Coronado, California.
On EP43 we welcomed 5th St Wood Fired Rotisserie (Victoria's official Leafs Pub) as an official sponsor. We announced a major promotion and enjoyed an ISA from White Sails Brewing from Nanaimo courtesy Liquor Planet.
We talked about being first in the East and touched on Hitchcock being the new coach of the Oilers.
On EP43 we welcomed 5th St Wood Fried Rotisserie (Victoria's official Leafs Pub) as an official sponsor. We announced a major promotion and enjoyed an ISA from White Sails Brewing from Nanaimo courtesy Liquor Planet. We talked about being first in the East and touched on Hitchcock being the new coach of the Oilers.
In EP42 we did a pre/post Pod around the Bruins game which worked out as well as the playoff Pods did. Liquor Planet provided a very interesting IPA from Parallel 49 Brewing Company.
On EP41 we lament the lack of scoring and recap our October prop bets. We shared a Brut IPA from Riot Brewing Company courtesy Liquor Planet.
On EP40 we cracked a Mandarin Wit from Moon Under Water Brewery in Victoria courtesy Liquor Planet. We discussed the B2B Jets week, Mitch Marner and took some Twitter questions.
In EP39 we crack a Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Ale from Red Racer Brewery. We talk about how the lines just feel off without Willy and introduce a new segment.
In EP38 we do pre game and post game segments for the big match up with the Caps. We had 2 beer this time and some spirited hot takes
EP37 is post Dallas game. We wonder if Babs is losing his shit or loving it. Also Auston Matthews is an anomaly and he's all ours. We enjoyed a Harvest IPA from Driftwood Brewery courtesy Liquor Planet.
EP36 was our first try at a location Pod at the 5th St Wood Fired Rotisserie. Opening night and a a sweet OT win
EP35 was the first Pod without the dynamic duo of Sean and Trevor. We talked about the PP display from the game tonight and took a couple questions from Twitter.
EP34 is dedicated to Auston Matthews. We loved our Category 12 Experimental Pale Ale from Liquor Planet. We dug into some training camp news and talked about the bottom 6 forward situation.
Liquor Planet provided us with a great Spruce Tip Sour from Moon Underwater Brewery as we dove into the William Nylander contract status on Ep33
In Ep32 we go back and recap how the Leafs got where they are in 4 short years. Who and what were the driving factors. We also give a huge shoutout to Fuggle and Warlock Craftworks for a great Brewery experience and thoroughly enjoy their Luplin the Third Hazy IPA.
In EP31 we opened up the mailbag and took questions from our listeners. We tasted the Devils Elbow IPA from Howe Sound Brewing.
On EP30 we are all over the place but we eventually get around to discussing our 3 departed UFA's and enjoy a Moon Under Water 276 Local Lager
In EP28 we enjoy a Grapefruit Agave Gose from Vancouver Island Brewing. Then We talk about John Tavares. That's the POD
In EP 27 we unveil a collaborative beer between Deep Cove Brewery and YK3. We discuss the big 3 upcoming contract extensions. What's JT thinking and how many Marlies look to crack the big club next season?
In EP26 we break down the latest front office moves and sample a Pineapple Double IPA from Cole Harbour Brewing in Vancouver.
On EP 25 We enjoy a Double IPA from Ninkasi Brewing in Eugene Oregon. We have a sober look back on game 7 , discuss the GM situation and reminisce about our favourite moments from the past season.
The season ended with a 3rd period collapse but Sean and Trevor put on a brave face and powered through questions from our followers. It's a short pre game with a longer post game. Go leafs Go
EP23 is our Game 5 Pre game Post game with a little better outcome than Game 2. LIsten and enjoy.
EP22 is a quick 22min recap of game 3 with a look forward to game 4. Liquor Planet provided a great Zen Yuzu from Fuggles and Warlock. Go Leafs Go
EP21 was a Pre game/Post game from game 2. What started out as promise, quickly turned to beer induced postgame rambling. #Enjoy
We dedicated EP 20 to Logan Schatz, #20 and Captain of the Humbolt Broncos. RIP. Pretty self explanatory. It's our Round 1 playoff episode. Leafs v Bruins.
In EP 19 there were no burning topics to tackle so we riffed. Possibly our best work yet. We shared a Raspberry Ale from Longwood Brewery in Nanaimo.
On Ep 18 the fellas loved the Irish Stout from Hoyne Brewing. They broke down the enigmatic Jake Gardiner and talked about resting the oft injured superstars down the stretch.
The Leafs roster is set and now it's full steam ahead to the playoffs. We discuss our chances and sample a great Ale from Salt Spring Brewing.
In Ep 16 we muse about the trade deadline with 48 hours to go. We also wonder if the Leafs could improve their place in the standings. We sample an outstanding beer from Red Arrow Brewing company in Duncan, BC
In Ep15 we ask 1 simple question. Why not us? We also sample a greay Baltic Cherry Porter from Parallel 49 Brewery in Vancouver
In EP14 we sample a Scotch Ale and discuss the Leafs needs as the trade deadline approaches. We also toss in a little Tavares talk. He's definitely coming.
In Episode Sundin (13) we discuss landing the big fish defenceman. Also we really liked the Fuggles and Warlock Hot Trub Time Machine IPA
A quick 20 min Pop up Podcast for the All Star weekend. It's our special Travis Dermott Edition. We take a dive into this solid rookie and just how special it is the Leafs have drafted and developed a 2nd round pick and how important those later picks become to championship teams.
On EP12 we sample a Pale Ale from Arrowsmith Brewing. We talk about the weirdness of being so far into a playoff spot and how that's affecting their play and decisions. Did Auston take the next step towards being the leader of this team with his intense response and goal celebration? We finish off by taking some fun questions from Twitter
On EP 11 we crack an IPA from Barkersville Brewing Company. After that we introduce our special Flyers corespondent Jared. Trevor reveals the results of a spicy poll then Sean leads a discussion about Mitch Marner and what is happening in his sophomore season. We finish up with a trade season preview focusing on the top 3 available d-men and Jared tells us what to expect as the Leafs face the Flyers this week. PS We liked the beer
For some bye week extra listening, we've clipped our discussion about Auston Matthews from our first ever Podcast. Hope you enjoy it
On Ep10 of the Podcast the fellas celebrate our 10th Episode with a Growler of West Shore IPA from Axe and Barrel Brewing Company. We get into how Travis Dermott looked in his first 2 games and how that might affect the lineup moving forward. We analyze the PK and wonder what the players might get up to during the break. We finish off with a few Twitter questions and a wrap up of the beer.
In Ep 9 of the the Podcast we get really excited about the beer. Then we talk about being exactly halfway through the season. How has the first 41 gone? What do we expect in the next 41? Then it took a bit of a turn and Sean had to talk Trevor off a ledge as he got his blood boiling over Babcock's 3rd period decisions vs Tampa Bay. Then we finish off answering a question from one of our loyal listeners.
On Ep 8 of the Podcast Sean and Trevor test a beer from Dageraad Brewery in Burnaby. We discuss whether it's time to just accept Hyman on the first line and what the Kadri injury and the Pickard call up means. We close out wondering what a teams routine would be like in Vegas.
WE DID IT!! We managed do drop a last minute stocking stuffer Podcast. We both had a delicious beer to sample. We talked a bit about Matthews return, Borgmans presence and a bit of Christmas banter.
On Ep 6 of the Pod Trevor starts out a bit salty but quickly cheers up when we crack the weekly Craft Beer. We get into Matthews injury, the losing streak last week and finish off with a bit of Vegas talk, some World Juniors and our Leafs Christmas wish list.
On Ep 5 we test some new gear, an IPA from Salt Spring Island Ales as well as our patience with the handling of Nylander. the back up goalie get's some love and when can we officially call Trevor Podcast "Guy" ?
On Episode 4 of the Left Coast Leafs Podcast Sean and Trevor crack a seasonal beer from Hoyne Brewery courtesy of our sponsor Liquor Planet. Then we give Roman Polak a hard time and wonder when Willy will work his way up the line up. We finish asking what the end game of Babcock's plan is, the Dog days of December and close with our Beer recap.
On Episode 3 of the Left Coast Leafs Podcast Sean and Trevor drink and review a Chocolate Porter from Driftwood Brewery courtesy of our new sponsor Liquor Planet. Once we get down to hockey, we chat about the upcoming Matthews v McDavid matchup. We wonder if Morgan Rielly is an adequate #1 D or do the Leafs have to go out and get a proven stud? We close out chatting about our experiences at Leafs games in Vancouver. Enjoy
In this episode of the boys had a lovely Strawberry Wit beer from the Fuggles and Warlock brewery in Vancouver. After cracking the brew they got into discussion around Kadri being an All Star, Babcock's line up decisions and the big up-coming Western road trip.
Episode 1 of the Left Coast Leafs Podcast saw the introduction of co-hosts Trevor Bast and Sean Orr.
The pod discussed where the Leafs are at in the standings, Auston Matthews and the up/down world of Fredrick Andersen.
In the weekly beer segment, the boys sampled a lovely IPA.
We hope you enjoy!