Talkin' Buds Podcast: Recent Episodes
Talkin Buds
The Toronto Maple Leafs podcast for the Buds, by the Buds. We analyze the team on weekly basis sharing our opinions on all the recent news and events. Our focus is to have an entertaining discussion geared towards the casual Leafs fan.Hosted by Rob Furnish and Ryan Furnish
Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving knocked another item off the to-do list on Wednesday by signing Sheldon Keefe to a 2 year contract extension. We give our take on news and discuss our stance on Keefe remaining head coach of the Maple Leafs. We also discuss the Leafs signing Simon Benoit and continue to chat about Auston Matthews new contract. https://youtu.be/PYhIXQGD7U0
0:00 - Intro 01:20 - Sheldon Keefe signs 2 year contract extension 12:50 - Leafs sign Simon Benoit 14:10 - More Auston Matthews contract discussion
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The Toronto Maple Leafs finally put one of the biggest offseason storylines to rest with the long awaited announcement that Auston Matthews has signed a 4 year, $13.25 million AAV contract extension to stay in Leafs nation. We give our take on his new deal and what it means for William Nylander's current contract negotiation. https://youtu.be/ITmtWEUYzjY
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The Toronto Maple Leafs finally put one of the biggest offseason storylines to rest with the long awaited announcement that Auston Matthews has signed a 4 year, $13.25 million AAV contract extension to stay in Leafs nation. We give our take on his new deal and what it means for William Nylander's current contract negotiation. https://youtu.be/ITmtWEUYzjY
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The Toronto Maple Leafs made a big statement in the NHL Free Agent market by specifically targeting players with more 'snot' in their game. We discuss the Leafs moving on from Ryan O'Reilly, Alex Kerfoot, Michael Bunting, Justin Holl and others, then move onto the additions of Tyler Bertuzzi, Max Domi, Ryan Reaves and John Klingberg. Next, with negotiations currently at a stalemate, we talk William Nylander's next contract and give our take on what both he and Auston Matthews might end up signing for. https://youtu.be/rVliLT2vwUY
(0:00) - Intro/Everyone needs to settle down (02:36) - Farewell ROR, Kerfoot, Bunting, Holl, Acciari & Schenn (11:20) - David Kampf gets a new deal (13:30) - Hello Reaves, Klingberg, Bertuzzi & Domi (31:31) - William Nylander's next deal (39:40) - Auston Matthew's next deal (45:18) - The decision to retain Sheldon Keefe
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially hit the 20 game mark. We give our take on the teams 10-5-5 record and where we think the rank amongst the rest of the league. We also discuss their continued OT struggles and name our Bum and Beauty of the first 20 games.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are 5-2-3 in their last 10 games. We discuss Matt Murray's return to the net against the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Leafs goaltending carousel. Next, with Jake Muzzin's cap hit likely becoming available, we discuss if the Leafs should target a depth offensive or defensive piece. Then, should Sheldon Keefe continue to split Matthews and Marner up? We give our take on the best course of action of the Leafs superstar forwards.
0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Matt Murray's return to the Leafs net 05:53 - Jake Muzzin's injury diagnosis & roster depth discussion 18:41 - Keefe splits up Matthews and Marner
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Are the Toronto Maple Leafs back? After picking up 7 of 8 points in their last 4 games, we ask the question, did Leafs Nation overreact to the lackluster start to the season? We also discuss Timothy Liljegrens return and his importance to this defense corps, Ilya Samsonov's injury, Mitch Marner and William Nylanders confidence and much more! We also touch on Jack Campbell's continued struggles in Edmonton.
0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Did we overreact? 07:35 - Timothy Liljegrens importance to the Leafs defense corps 12:40 - Ilya Samsonov is injured 16:38 - Mitch Marner's confidence 21:05 - Playing up and down to the opponent 25:30 - Biggest positives from the last 4 games 30:57 - Jack Campbell continues to struggle in Edmonton
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The Toronto Maple Leafs got back in the win column after an encouraging performance at home against the Philadelphia Flyers. We discuss John Tavares and William Nylanders continued excellence and break down what the Leafs can take from these team going forward. Next, is there beef between Mitch Marner and Sheldon Keefe? We discuss the drama in Anaheim and try to make sense of the situation.
0:00 - Intro 01:42 - Tavares and Nylanders excellent start continues 05:50 - Justin Holl booed on home ice 07:19 - What went right for the Leafs 09:31 - Beef between Marner and Keefe? 17:00 - The Leafs have a depth issue 24:03 - The truth lies somewhere in the middle 33:45 - Rob spent the weekend with Bills Mafia
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Never a dull moment with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After another disappointing outing in Las Vegas, we discuss the Leafs lack of depth in their bottom 6 and what's up with Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner? Next, after walking back his 'elite player' comments last week, has Sheldon Keefe's message grown stale? Have the players tuned him out? We discuss all that and more!
0:00 - Intro 01:46 - The bottom 6 is a problem 03:11 - Have the players tuned out Sheldon Keefe? 06:10 - Whats up with Matthews and Marner? 08:15 - Sheldon Keefe's 'elite players' comments 16:33 - Stats vs Reality 23:47 - Culture and lack of depth 31:17 - Ilya Samsonov continues to impress
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The Green Bay Packers head to Buffalo to take on the Bills on Sunday Night Football and folks, this could get ugly. We discuss the Packers recent struggles and Aaron Rodgers future with the team and tee up Sunday nights big game. We also discuss the Tampa Bay Buccaneers recent struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Toronto Maple Leafs tough enough? After showing some pushback in a big win over the Winnipeg Jets, we try and answer the most polarizing question in Leafs Nation. Is Nick Robertson here to stay? Should Wayne Simmonds be an every day player? and are we concerned about Auston Matthews health? We discuss all this and take a spin around the NHL in our first edition of "Buying or Selling?".
0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Are the Leafs tough enough? 08:56 - Ilya Samsonov is the MVP thus far 10:11 - John Tavares has been excellent thus far 12:20 - Nick Robertson is here to stay, thanks for coming out, Denis! 16:44 - Is Auston Matthews healthy? 18:49 - The Reverse Retro Uni is here 23:25 - 'Buying or Selling' around the NHL
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are now 2-2 on the season after a disappointing lose to the Arizona Coyotes. Why does this team take nights off? Is it a cause for concern? Who do we think is to blame? We discuss all this and more. We also touch on the Matt Murray and Jake Muzzin injuries and end off with the return of Bums & Beauties.
0:00 - Intro 02:35 - Inconsistent effort's are back! 08:08 - Is there a cultural issue? 13:53 - Leafs Nation is at odds! 23:21 - When the stars aren't going, the depth gets exposed 29:39 - Matt Murray and Jake Muzzin are both injured 34:53 - Who's a Bum and Who's a Beauty?
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The Buffalo Bills defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in another instant classic as Josh Allen cemented his status as the top dog in the NFL thus far in this short season. Next, we discuss the floundering Green Bay Packers and try to figure out where the blame lies. Then, we discuss our favorite storylines from around the NFL.
0:00 - Intro 0:40 - A statement win for the Bills 08:10 - The Green Bay Packers are a mess 15:25 - What's wrong with Brady and Rodgers? 19:07 - Week 6 reactions 24:55 - Week 7 preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 1-1 to start the season and we spend this episode asking ourselves, is this years Leaf team any different? After a lackluster performance in Montreal, the Leafs bounced back with a nice win at home over the Washington Capitals. A trend we saw many times last season. We also share our positives from the first two games and discuss some of Sheldon Keefe's lineup decisions.
0:00 - Intro/ the first two games 04:18 - Goaltending and the second line 07:03 - The bottom 6 and Muzzin & Holl's continued struggles 14:01 - Is this years Leafs team any different?
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What's wrong with the Green Bay Packers? We dive deep into the teams lackluster start to the season and discuss Aaron Rodgers roll in the teams early struggles. Next, the Buffalo Bills keep rolling with beatdown of the Pittsburgh Steelers and we tee up their week 6 clash with the Kansas City Chiefs.
0:00 - Intro 0:40 - What's wrong with the Green Bay Packers? 18:50 - The Buffalo Bills beat down the Pittsburgh Steelers 26:44 - Has roughing the passer gotten out of hand? 29:43 - Week 6 game picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to kick off the season Wednesday and David Bastl joins the show and we look ahead to the upcoming season. We also take a spin around the league for a full NHL season preview!
0:00 - Intro 01:41 - Leafs season preview 10:41 - Atlantic division preview 15:10 - Metropolitan division preview 17:54 - Central division preview 22:05 - Pacific division preview
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are days away from the beginning of the regular season and one of the biggest storylines in camp is the future of Nick Robertson. We give our take on the Leafs young forward and what his future might hold. We also discuss Rasmus Sandin's new contract and weigh in on Matt Murray vs Jack Campbell and who might win the Atlantic Divison.
0:00 - Intro 03:03 - Rasmus Sandin has a new deal 08:15 - What does the future hold for Nick Robertson? 24:22 - Matt Murray vs Jack Campbell 29:25 - Atlantic Division prediction
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Both the Buffalo Bills and Green Bay Packers took it down to the wire in week 4 but ultimately came out victorious with wins over the Ravens and Patriots. We break both games down and dive deep into the Packers struggling offence. We also give our take on Tua Tagovailoa, Cooper Rush and the Kansas City Chiefs. We wrap up with our week 5 game picks!
0:00 - Intro 2:22 - The Packers struggle to beat Bailey Zappe and the Patriots 12:40 - The Bills walk it off in Baltimore 17:02 - Week 4 burning questions 28:07 - Week 5 games to watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs injury woes continue as John Tavares joins the list with an oblique strain and we discuss the ripple effect this will have on the opening night lineup. Next, Sheldon Keefe loses it less than a week into training camp, Matt Murray looks good in his pre season debut and the latest on Rasmus Sandin.
0:00 - Intro 01:55 - John Tavares is injured and ramifications on the lineup 10:23 - Sheldon Keefe wants more physicality 14:21 - Which depth pieces will step up this season? 18:01 - Matthews is on another level 26:09 - Immense pressure on Matt Murray
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The Toronto Maple Leafs injury woes continue as John Tavares joins the list with an oblique strain and we discuss the ripple effect this will have on the opening night lineup. Next, Sheldon Keefe loses it less than a week into training camp, Matt Murray looks good in his pre season debut and the latest on Rasmus Sandin.
0:00 - Intro 01:55 - John Tavares is injured and ramifications on the lineup 10:23 - Sheldon Keefe wants more physicality 14:21 - Which depth pieces will step up this season? 18:01 - Matthews is on another level 26:09 - Immense pressure on Matt Murray
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Are the Green Bay Packers for real? After squeaking out a W over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, we discuss what the future might hold for the Pack. After a disappointing lose to the Miami Dolphins, can the Buffalo Bills fix their run game? Are the Las Vegas Raiders really this bad? All this and more on this week's episode of Talkin' Bills and Packers!
0:00 - Intro 0:25 - A brand new pro bowl! 01:37 - The Dolphins beat the Bills 08:35- The Packers beat the Bucs 26:31 - NFL Week 4 Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Green Bay Packers for real? After squeaking out a W over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, we discuss what the future might hold for the Pack. After a disappointing lose to the Miami Dolphins, can the Buffalo Bills fix their run game? Are the Las Vegas Raiders really this bad? All this and more on this week's episode of Talkin' Bills and Packers!
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are back and so are we! With training camp officially open, we dive deep into Kyle Dubas's comments regarding his expiring contract, Auston Matthews next deal, Rasmus Sandin's holdout, and of course... goaltending! Then, we finish off our first episode of season 5 with a quick round of rapid fire!
0:00 - Intro 02:12 - Kyle Dubas comments on his expiring deal 07:03 - Auston Matthews next deal 11:13 - Rasmus Sandin Continues to hold out 15:53 - Opening Day press conferences 17:45 - Goaltending Gamble 21:56 - Rapid Fire
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are back and so are we! With training camp officially open, we dive deep into Kyle Dubas's comments regarding his expiring contract, Auston Matthews next deal, Rasmus Sandin's holdout, and of course... goaltending! Then, we finish off our first episode of season 5 with a quick round of rapid fire!
0:00 - Intro 02:12 - Kyle Dubas comments on his expiring deal 07:03 - Auston Matthews next deal 11:13 - Rasmus Sandin Continues to hold out 15:53 - Opening Day press conferences 17:45 - Goaltending Gamble 21:56 - Rapid Fire
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Can anyone stop the Buffalo Bills? After another one sided beatdown of the Tennessee Titans, the Bills look to be the unstoppable force everyone predicted. After finally getting in the win column over the Chicago Bears, what is the recipe for success offensively for the Green Bay Packers? We discuss all this and tee up week 3 across the NFL!
0:00 - Intro 01:57 - Packers get a win over the Bears 15:29 - The Buffalo Bills are a juggernaut 22:23 - What's surprised us the most through the first 2 weeks? 29:29 - What we're watching this weekend
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Can anyone stop the Buffalo Bills? After another one sided beatdown of the Tennessee Titans, the Bills look to be the unstoppable force everyone predicted. After finally getting in the win column over the Chicago Bears, what is the recipe for success offensively for the Green Bay Packers? We discuss all this and tee up week 3 across the NFL!
0:00 - Intro 01:57 - Packers get a win over the Bears 15:29 - The Buffalo Bills are a juggernaut 22:23 - What's surprised us the most through the first 2 weeks? 29:29 - What we're watching this weekend
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Welcome to Talkin' Bills and Packers! The show in which we discuss all the latest from around the NFL with a special emphasis on the Buffalo Bills and Green Bay Packers. Can the Bills live up to the Super Bowl hype? Will Aaron Rodgers be able to have success with this Packers receiving corps? Who will win the AFC West? We discuss all that and more!
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Welcome to Talkin' Bills and Packers! The show in which we discuss all the latest from around the NFL with a special emphasis on the Buffalo Bills and Green Bay Packers. Can the Bills live up to the Super Bowl hype? Will Aaron Rodgers be able to have success with this Packers receiving corps? Who will win the AFC West? We discuss all that and more!
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have a brand new goalie tandem in Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov. We discuss the trade that brought Murray to Toronto and give our thoughts on the Leafs new goalie duo. We also discuss NHL free agency day, Jack Campbell going to Edmonton and discuss some potential moves Kyle Dubas may have up his sleeve this summer.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Mark Giordano to a new contract, who will be the Leafs goalie next season? and does the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4 game sweep of the Florida Panthers make you feel better or worse about the Maple Leafs? We give our take on all of it as well as the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs!
0:00 - Intro 01:30 - The Greatness of the Tampa Bay Lightning 03:34 - Does the Lightning's sweep of the Panthers make you feel differently about the Leafs? 07:15 - Stanley Cup Playoffs discussion 15:15 - Our latest betstamp wagers! 17:58 - Mark Giordano signs a new contract 24:17 - Who will be the Leafs starting goalie next season?
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The Toronto Maple Leafs held their end of season press conferences on Tuesday after another disappointing first round exit. We give our take on comments from Brendan Shanahan, Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe and discuss where the team can go from here.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs season once again comes to an end in the first round of the playoffs, this time at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning. We discuss the all too familiar feeling of a season ending disappointment, where this series shifted and what we're expecting to hear the season ending press conferences later this week.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped Game 6 in heartbreaking fashion and will now host the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 7 at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday. Can the Leafs finally exercise their playoff demons at home? What went wrong in Game 6? We break it all down!
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The Toronto Maple Leafs came from behind to secure the gutsiest of wins in Game 5 over the Tampa Bay Lightning. The series will now shift back to Tampa as the Leafs will try to exercise the demon and eliminate the two time defending Stanley Cup Champions.
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After an impressive win in game 3, the Toronto Maple Leafs had a chance to take stranglehold on the series heading into game 4. The Tampa Bay Lightning had other plans, and dominated the Maple Leafs from start to finish. The series now shifts back to Toronto for best of 3.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs made an emphatic statement with a dominate win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 1 of their first round series. We discuss our main takeaways from the game, tee up game 2 and give our betstamp pick of the night!
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The Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning will go toe to toe in the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs. We discuss what the Leafs will need to do to be successful and take a look at all the other first round playoff matchups.
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With the playoffs on the horizon, we discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs pending first round series against the Tampa Bay Lighting. Were the Lightning trying to send a message last week? Can the Leafs handle a more physical style of play? How many more games should Jack Campbell play? We discuss all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Talkin' Buds Blue Jays show is here! Ryan and Rob are joined by Toronto Blue Jays Superfan Brad Miller to discuss the first two weeks of the season. Is Alek Manoah the ace of this staff? Who's been more impressive Santiago Espinal or Zack Collins? Are Hyun-jin Ryu's best days behind him? We discuss all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are a 50 win hockey team in what will go down as the most historic regular season in franchise history. Is Mitch Marner the Leafs most valuable player? What do we think of Pierre Engvalls impressive game as of late? and can Jack Campbell help the Leafs win a playoff series? We discuss all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed back to the postseason! We're talkin' Auston Matthews breaking Rick Vaive's single season goal record and discuss what we'd like to see from Jack Campbell in his last few starts of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Toronto Maple Leafs peaking to early? Is Auston Matthews the greatest Maple Leaf of all time? We answer both those questions and tee up a huge back to back in the state of Florida.
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We break down an up and down weekend for the Toronto Maple Leafs which consisted of a frustrating loss to the Montreal Canadiens followed by an impressive win over the Florida Panthers. We also talk Sheldon Keefe's line combinations, splitting up Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner and what to do with William Nylander.
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Mark Giordano is a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs ! We give our take on the trade and where we think Gio will slot into the lineup. We also discuss the Atlantic Division arms race, Kyle Dubas hitching his wagon to Jack Campbell, where Matthew Knies fits in and Travis Dermott being traded to the Vancouver Canucks.
0:00 - Intro 01:35 - The Leafs acquire Mark Giordano and Colin Blackwell 11:30 - It's Jack Campbells net 16:40 - Kyle Dubas's legacy 24:36 - Matthew Knies 29:13 - Travis Dermott traded to the Vancouver Canucks
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The Toronto Maple Leafs defensive and goaltending struggles were on full display against the Buffalo Sabres in what might be the most demoralizing loss of the season. What to do with Petr Mrazek? Can they make a move at the deadline? and do we think this team can win a playoff series? We discuss all that and more!
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After yet another disastrous start for Jack Campbell against the Vancouver Canucks, the pressure on Kyle Dubas continues to mount as we head towards the trade deadline. Should they trade for a defenseman or a goaltender? We give our take on the situation and discuss Nick Robertson's impressive debut on the 2nd line.
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What a confusing team the Toronto Maple Leafs are right now. The top line of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and Michael Bunting may be the best in team history, and Matthews is a Hart Trophy contender. But, Jack Campbell and John Tavares continue to struggle. We discuss all of this and take a look at their upcoming schedule.
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After a 3 straight losses, including an embarrassing 'burn the tape' performance against the Montreal Canadiens, we get right down to business on what is currently ailing the Toronto Maple Leafs. Goaltending? Defensive personnel? The 2nd line's continued underwhelming play? We discuss all that and more!
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Are the Toronto Maple Leafs tough enough? It’s a debate that has raged on for the entire duration of the Kyle Dubas era and after back to back losses to the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames, the debate has been reignited! We weigh in on that and also discuss the Leafs defensive and goaltending struggles as of late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Jack Campbell's play starting to level off, what should the Toronto Maple Leafs plan with their goaltenders be going forward? Can they sustain this level of power play dominance? What will Kyle Dubas do ahead of the trade deadline? We discuss all this and more!
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After a tumultuous week for the Toronto Maple Leafs, lets remember to keep our eyes on the prize! We discuss Sheldon Keefe's postgame comments, the desperate need for an upgrade on the blue line and the importance of Petr Mrazek.
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After an up and down road trip for the Toronto Maple Leafs, there is concern with Leafs Nation and we try and take a big picture point of view on the situation. We also discuss Jack Campbells pending contract extension, role players and weigh in on the situation with the Edmonton Oilers.
0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Leafs western road trip 07:50 - All that matters is playoff success 12:30 - Old habits die hard 17:10 - Jack Campbells next contract 24:15 - The Oilers are a dumpster fire
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Have you ever been more excited for a Toronto Maple Leafs road trip? With Covid restrictions back in place north of the border, its nice to watch games with fans in the stands. We discuss the Leafs Saturday Night showdown with the Colorado Avalanche, Nick Ritchie on waivers, Jack Campbells forthcoming pay day and William Nylander's stellar play.
0:00 - Empty arenas are back 05:50 - Leafs lose in OT to Avalanche 10:14 - Jack Campbells next contract 13:00 - Nick Ritchie on waivers 17:10 - Enjoy this production from Ilya Mikheyev 19:42 - Will the Oilers hire Mike Babcock? 28:44 - William Nylander has taken his game to another level
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Yet again, the NHL season has been put on hold due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We give our take on when we think we'll see the Leafs again and what we think they'll need to do in order to have playoff success. #NHL #Olympics #Leafs #Toronto #Torontomapleleafs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the hottest topics in hockey right now is the the upcoming Olympic winter games. We give our take on the situation and what we think is in the best interest of the players. Then, we review the week that was for the Toronto Maple Leafs in which we discuss Justin Holl and Jake Muzzin's struggles and Petr Mrazek's return to action.0:00 - Intro0:55 - Should the NHL players go to the Olympics?8:10 - Toronto Maple Leafs week in review10:55 - Petr Mrazek is back13:44 - What's wrong with Muzzin and Holl?15:52 - Should Kyle Dubas trade for a defenceman? 19:21 - The Leafs much improved power play21:46 - Auston Matthews dominance 26:27 - Leafs/Oilers Preview #NHL #Olympics #Leafs #Toronto #Torontomapleleafs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Despite losing 2 in a row, we're still feeling good about the Toronto Maple Leafs ! We discuss Saturday's epic showdown with the Minnesota Wild and Sunday's gong show against the Winnipeg Jets, whom we also have some choice words for. We also tee a big week for the Leafs.#Leafs #Toronto #NHL #mapleleafs #hockey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are the hottest team in the National Hockey League. Is this the most impressive run this core has ever been on? Do we think this will translate to postseason success? We discuss all this and the importance of just enjoying the ride! #Leafs #Toronto #NHL #mapleleafs #hockey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs have won 5 in a row and 10 of their last 11! We discuss our ever changing expectations for the team, Jack Campbells elite goaltending, special teams and Nick Ritchie's continued struggles.#Leafs #Toronto #NHL #mapleleafs #hockey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs have now won 8 of their last 9 games with significant contributions from the "core 4". We discuss the early season dominance of Jack Cambell and William Nylander, the much improved PK, the emergence of Ondrej Kase as a top 6 option and much more!#torontoMapleLeafs #leafs #matthews #marner #toronto #nylander #dubas #keefe #nhl #hockey #tavares Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs have now won 4 in a row! We discuss the thrilling OT win over the Tampa Bay Lightning and what an emotional rollercoaster ride this short season has been. We also tee up Saturday night's showdown with the Boston Bruins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a turbulent start to the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs are 4-4-1 and in the middle of the Atlantic Division. After winning two straight, have our expectations for the Maple Leafs changed? Do we anticipate big changes to the roster? Do we like Morgan Rielly's new contract? What do we expect heading into November? We discuss all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Week 1 of the Toronto Maple Leafs season is in the books and we're back to break it all down. We're talkin' Auston Matthews dominance, slow starts, offensive zone pressure, aggressive penalty kills and the struggling powerplay. Next, whats up with Mitch Marner and will he be able to get it going sooner rather than later? William Nylander is a new man, Jack Campbell is the week 1 MVP and how worried are we about John Tavares?Fan of the show? follow us on instagram @talkinbudspodcast#torontoMapleLeafs #leafs #matthews #marner #toronto #nylander #dubas #keefe #nhl #hockey #tavares Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 1-0 to start the regular season and we're back to discuss their win over the Montreal Canadiens. We do a mini season preview and cleanse ourselves of any negative thoughts heading into the new season.Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code THEBUDS at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodlike the show? follow us on instagram @talkinbudspodcast#torontoMapleLeafs #leafs #matthews #marner #toronto #nylander #dubas #keefe #nhl #hockey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're discussing the Amazon Toronto Maple Leafs All or Nothing documentary from top to bottom. From Sheldon Keefe's endless F bombs, to 'good guy' Kyle Dubas, and the game 7 collapse to the Habs, we hit on all the moments that stood out to us most. We also discuss the latest from training camp, who will be the top line left winger come opening night and finish up with some Toronto Blue Jays talk.like the show? follow us on instagram @talkinbudspodcastGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code THEBUDS at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code THEBUDS at MANSCAPED.com! With training camp now in full swing, we reconvene this week to discuss the comments from Kyle Dubas, Mitch Marner and the rest of the roster. Who's going to play left wing on the top line? Which player not named Matthews, Marner, Tavares or Nylander has the most to prove? and we give our take on the upcoming 'All or Nothing' Amazon series. #Leafs #Toronto #TorontoMapleLeafs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re back for our 4th Season of the Talkin’ Buds Podcast! We open this week's episode by discussing how we’re feeling heading into a new season and preview the upcoming ‘All or Nothing’ Amazon documentary. Next, we discuss the Leafs offseason acquisitions and Morgan Rielly’s contract situation. Finally, we wrap up the show with a little Blue Jays talk as they continue their crusade for a postseason berth! Fan of the show? Give us a follow on instagram @talkinbudspodcast
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Are you excited for the Leafs offseason? We kick off this weeks episode with a mini therapy session about the current state of the team. Next, what to do with Zach Hyman? Who are you protecting in the expansion draft? We discuss all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the Montreal Canadiens 4 wins away from winning the Stanley Cup, does this make you feel better or worse about the current state of the Maple Leafs? Should the Habs' success lead to a philosophical change for the Leafs management? Who are we picking to win the Cup? We discuss all this and more on this week's episode! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code THEBUDS at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We give our take on the upcoming Stanley Cup semifinal matchups and discuss Auston Matthews Hart trophy nomination. Next, we debate what Kyle Dubas can and should do to fix the Maple Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We give our take on the season ending news conferences from Brendan Shanahan and Kyle Dubas and discuss the Leafs options heading into the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Leafs collapsed in the postseason, once again. This time by blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Montreal Canadiens. We hold nothing back in this postgame vent session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After an emotional start to the first playoff showdown since 1979, the Leafs and Habs are tied at 1 game a piece. We discuss both games, the John Tavares injury and give our take on how the Leafs can continue to have success in this series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time since 1979, the Maple Leafs and the Montreal Canadiens will meet in the playoffs. We preview the series and discuss how the Leafs can win the series and finally get out of the first round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After clinching their first division title in two decades, the Leafs are primed and ready for the playoffs. We discuss their season long dominance of the North division, a potential first round matchup with the Habs and Matthews vs McDavid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off this week's episode with a breakdown of the Leafs 4-3 OT win over the Oilers. We also touch on Jack Campbell, Alex Galchenyuk, and the current state of the North division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After another lights out performance from Jack Campbell, we give our take on the Leafs looming goalie controversy. Next, whats wrong with the power play? A Jason Spezza appreciation discussion, and we discuss the massive difference Wayne Simmonds makes when he’s in the lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's been a rough week for the Maple Leafs after losing 5 of their last six games. We discuss their recent defensive issues, Freddy Andersen's struggles and what to make of John Tavares this season. Then, we discuss the possibility of Kyle Dubas making a deal and give our take on who he should bring in. Follow us on instagram @talkinbudspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this weeks episode, we discuss the Leafs losing back to back games in regulation for the first time this season, the narrative surrounding the North division, Morgan Rielly’s post game comments, Freddy Andersen’s play this season and tee up the upcoming series against the Winnipeg Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this weeks episode, we discuss the Leafs continued dominance over the Canadian division in back to back shutouts over the Oilers, the evolution of their team defence, Zach Hyman's importance to the core and the rising playoff expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode, we’re talking the Leafs 5-3 victory over the Habs, Auston Matthews dominance, Nylander and Tavares struggles, and discuss the current state of the Canadian division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Leafs are now 2-0 against the Habs and 11-2-1 on the season. We discuss the return of the rivalry and the Leafs 4 game win streak. Next, we discuss Auston Matthew’s dominance and have a laugh at Torts benching Laine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have the Leafs only scratched the surface of their ability as a team so far this season? After a 7-2-1 start, we give our take on the narrative that's making its way through Leafs nation. Next, how valuable is Zach Hyman? What did we think of the reverse retro unis? Is the Leafs/Habs rivalry back? We discuss all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this weeks special episode, we are joined by David Bastl. Cohost of the Raw Mike Richards show on Sauga960, Sports Interactions Betting with Bastl and Winnipeg Jets super-fan! We discuss the Jets trading Patrik Laine for Pierre-Luc Dubois, get his thoughts on the first 2 weeks of the Canadian division and play little Maple Leaf word association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this weeks episode by breaking down the Leafs 3-2-0 start to the season. We discuss the impressive play of Auston Mathews and John Tavares, Freddy Andersen's ups and downs and tee up the upcoming west coast road trip. We close the show with a little football talk in honour of Rob's Green Bay Packers and Ryan's Tampa Bay Buccaneers going head to head in the NFC championship game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Leafs begin the 2021 season with a big 5-4 OT win over the Habs. We're talkin William Nylander's big performance, our confidence in Freddy Andersen and share our positives and negatives from the game. Then, we give each line a letter grade and share some expectations for the Canadian division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a brand new era for the Talkin Buds podcast as we debut our new studio 'The Budcave'. We kick off season 3 by giving our take on the all Canadian division, the reverse retro uni, Jumbo Joe on the first line, and give our official predictions for this upcoming season. Want to watch the show? hit the link below to check out our YouTube channel... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgnU5Tj0yJx0QN6IjYPwqLA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Thornton is officially a Toronto Maple Leaf! We give our take on the signing, his leadership qualities, his career history and where he slots into the lineup. We also touch on Ilya Mikheyev getting a new 2 year contract and the rumored all Canadian division for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Dubas is shaking things up in Leafland and we're back to discuss the additions of Wayne Simmonds, TJ Brodie, Zach Bogosian and Jimmy Vesey. Next, what will the Leafs defence corps look like next season? How do we feel about the Freddy Andersen situation? and what do we make of the Jumbo Joe rumors? We give our take on all that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our 2019/2020 season wrap show is here! We discuss Kyle Dubas's defensive demeanor, the Leafs offensive depth, potential blue line improvements and what to do with Freddy Andersen. Follow us on instagram @talkinbudspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another year, another disappointment. We discuss the Leafs game 5 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets and give some thoughts on where the team goes after yet another early playoff exit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Maple Leafs evened up their series with the Blue Jackets in impressive fashion and we're back to break it all down. We're talkin Auston Matthews, Nick Robertson, John Tavares and Freddy Andersen. Next, we discuss the scary situation that was Jake Muzzins late game injury and the impact not having him will have on the Leafs defence corps. Then, we wrap things up with our Bum and Beauty Selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The bar is officially open! Crack open a cold one and join us for our first Postseason Pint of the year. We're fired up and not holding back as we discuss the Maple Leafs dropping game 1 of their best of 5 series to a Blue Jackets team that executed to perfection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this week's episode with a full breakdown of the Leafs 4-2 exhibition win over the Montreal Canadiens. We're talkin Nick Robertson, the Leafs much improved PK and underwhelming power play. Next, it's the triumphant return of Bums and Beauties as we make our official selections. Finally, we take a look at this weekend's slate of games and give our picks in each series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode, we're talkin Leafs & Habs, the NHL award nominations, Team Matthews vs Team Andersen and Sheldon Keefe deploying Tavares, Matthews and Marner on the same line. Next, we take a closer look at the Leafs qualifying round opponent, the Columbus Blue Jackets, and give our take on what the Leafs will need to do to come out on top in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL is back, the Toronto Maple Leafs are back, and the Talkin Buds are back and fired up to cover what could be the most exciting Stanley Cup playoffs of all time. We're talkin hub cities, life inside the bubble and how we're going to navigate watching 6 games per day. Then, we take a closer look at the Leafs training camp roster and give our take on rookie sensation Nick Robertson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL announced a 24 team tournament to crown a new Stanley Cup champion and we're back to talk all about it. We discuss the rules of the tournament, the Leafs and Blue Jackets match up and the remaining 'Play-In' round best of 5 series. Next, do you love or hate this idea? we give our answer to that very question. Lastly, we close the show with a debate about the upcoming draft lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this weeks episode by discussing the overwhelming positive feedback from the Talkin' Buds listeners around Jason Spezza's desire to remain a Maple Leaf. Next, we give our take on Gary Bettman's interview with Ron Maclean and give our thoughts on what the 2020 playoffs might look like. Then, we're talkin' John Tavares! We reminisce on the day he became a Maple Leaf, his epic first season and the day he was named team captain. We also discuss his second season and predict what the future might hold for Captain Johnny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this weeks episode, we throw our usual format out the window and start off by shooting the breeze about our favourite alcoholic and caffeinated beverages and adjusting to this new quarantined way of life. Next, we discuss the on going COVID-19 forced shut down of pro sports and what we'd like to see the leagues do with the TV presentation if forced to play without fans. Then, we play a round of rapid fire. Who's your all-time favourite Maple Leaf? Which current roster player would you trade and who is untouchable? Who's got the all time best Leaf goalie mask? We answer these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This weeks episode kicks off with a discussion about the current state of pro sports due to COVID-19 and the sad realization that this should be our first Postseason Pint of 2020. Then, for the first time in Talkin Buds history, we watch the entire third period and overtime of the epic game 7 collapse in Boston from 2013. Pull it up on YouTube and join us for the first ever Talkin Buds Watch Along. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off this week's episode with a discussion about the COVID-19 pandemic, how we're adjusting to this new way of life and if we think there's still hope for the return of the NHL season. Then, we move into this weeks topic du jour, 'The Auston Matthews era'. We reminisce on the day he was drafted, the impact it had on Leafs nation and share our favorite moments of his 4 year career. Then, we give some predictions on what the future holds for the Leafs young superstar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode, we relive the emotional roller coaster ride that has been the 2019/2020 Toronto Maple Leafs season. From the Marner contract negotiations, Johnny T being named team captain, to Babcock being fired and Keefe being hired. We discuss Nylander and Matthews elite statistical seasons, the teams injury troubles, the acquisitions of Jack Campbell and Kyle Clifford and all the ups and downs that eventually lead to the season being put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, we wrap things up with our top 3 'feel good' moments of the season. Our plan is to continue to produce weekly episodes in which we discuss a number of different Leafs/NHL related topics. If you have a specific topic you'd like to hear us discuss, let us know on our instagram @talkinbudspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this weeks episode with a discussion about COVID-19 and the impact the virus has had on the professional sports and the rest of the world. Next, we discuss the NHL's options for the playoffs should they decide to continue the season and what that means for the Maple Leafs. Our plan is to continue to produce weekly episodes in which we discuss a number of different Leafs/NHL related topics. If you have a specific topic you'd like to hear us discuss, let us know on our instagram @talkinbudspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a disastrous West Coast road trip, the Maple Leafs bounced back with a big 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. We begin this week's episode with a discussion about the team's continuously erratic play, the return of Morgan Rielly, the power play and preview Saturday night's showdown against the Boston Bruins. Next, we give our take on the never ending debate surrounding the difficulty of playing in Toronto and name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this weeks episode with a fun discussion about the emotional toll the 2019/2020 Maple Leafs have taken on both fans and media alike. Then, with Rielly, Ceci and Mikheyev all on the comeback trail, we gave our take on where Sheldon Keefe will slot them into the lineup and what a healthy Leaf defence corps might look like. Then, we take a closer look at the Atlantic Division standings and name this week's Bum and Beauty selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After losing at home to a 42-year-old Zamboni driver, Leafs Nation was left in utter disarray and we kick off this weeks episode with our reaction to Saturday nights embarrassing loss. Next, we give our take on Kyle Dubas standing pat at the trade deadline and his post-deadline comments about his team. Then, we talk the Leafs big 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, tee up Thursday nights huge game in Florida and name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After yet another disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, we spend this week's episode trying to understand what exactly is wrong with the Maple Leafs. We discuss the possibility of a culture issue inside the dressing room, the lack of defensive depth, injury issues and much more. Then, for the first time in months, we each give a Talkin Buds Totally Unqualified Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off our 50th episode with an epic venting session about the floundering Maple Leafs, Michael Hutchinson's continued struggles and the team's shaky defensive play. Amidst our discussion, we learn that the Leafs have traded Trevor Moore and two 3rd round picks to the LA Kings for Jack Campbell and Kyle Clifford. Then, we discuss the trade itself, what does this mean for Freddy Andersen and preview this weekends back to back against the Ducks and Habs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After an impressive performance in Nashville, we kick off this weeks episode with our thoughts on the emergence of Rasmus Sandin and give our take on Kyle Dubas possibly adding a defenceman at the trade deadline. Next, we discuss the Leafs entertaining win over the Dallas Stars, Mitch Marner's playmaking ability and touch on why Zach Hyman is such an important piece on the top line. Then, we tee up two important games against Ottawa and Florida, name this week's Bums & Beauty's and give our Super Bowl predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off this week's episode with our take on Sheldon Keefe calling his team out for their immature performance in Saturday Night's loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. Then, it's time for the Talkin Buds bye week report cards as we give the entire Leafs roster a letter grade based on their performance so far this season. Join in on the conversation by following us on Instagram @talkinbudspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After an impressive performance against the New Jersey Devils, we begin this week's episode with a discussion about the NHL return of Rasmus Sandin and give our take on whether the Leafs should keep him around for the rest of this season. Next, we talk Auston Matthews 3-goal performance, Freddy Andersen's continued struggles and reveal this week's Bum & Beauty selections. Then, with the all-star break on the horizon, we look back on the ebbs and flows of the season thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin the first episode of 2020 by sharing some of our favourite moments from the Leafs epic run over the holiday season. First, we celebrate Sheldon Keefe's revamped lineup and the refreshing lack of ego in his coaching methods. Then, we turn our attention to Auston Matthews dominant performance in Wednesday's entertaining shootout loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Finally, we take a look at the Atlantic Division standings and debate our ideal playoff scenarios for the Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What better way to kick off our final episode of 2019 than to celebrate the Maple Leafs winning 4 of their last 5 games. We discuss the Leafs impressive western road trip, Auston Matthews dominant performance against the Buffalo Sabres, Sheldon Keefe's situational coaching and name this week's Bums and Beauties. Next, we look ahead to 2020 and give our new years resolutions for the Maple Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After 2 stellar performances from Frederik Andersen in St. Louis and Vancouver, we've dedicated an entire episode to the Leafs star netminder. We discuss his importance to the team as both a goalie and a leader, how many games he'll potentially end up playing this season and what a contract extension for him might look like at the end of next year. Then, we tee up the last two games of the Buds western road trip in Calgary and Edmonton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After disappointing losses to Philly and Colorado, we're both pretty fired up when discussing what ails the Maple Leafs. We talk Auston Matthews struggles in the defensive zone, his comments after the loss in Philadelphia, and if we as a fan base have set expectations too high for the Leafs young centreman. Next, we turn our attention to the rest of the roster and debate which players we think could potentially be moved if the Leafs can't turn the season around. Finally, we name this week's Bum and Beauty selections and tee up Saturday night's game in St.Louis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Maple Leafs are 2-0 in the Sheldon Keefe era and we're back to break it all down on this week's episode. First, we discuss the Mitch Marner & Mike Babcock situation and talk about the heat the former coach has taken from ex-players, media and fans since being fired. Then, we give our take on the Leafs new coach, share observations from the team's performance in back to back wins over Arizona and Colorado, and reveal this week's Bum and Beauty selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off this weeks episode with a full breakdown of the Maple Leafs decision to relieve Mike Babcock of his duties as the Maple Leafs head coach. We look back on his 5-year run, the highs, the lows, and give our take on where it all went wrong for the polarizing former coach. Next, we turn our attention to the Leafs new bench boss, Sheldon Keefe, and give our take on what we hope to see from the new head coach. Finally, we discuss Brendan Shanahan's news conference today and his unwavering belief in Kyle Dubas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kick off this weeks episode with a full rundown of yet another frustrating Maple Leafs loss at the hands of the New York Islanders. Next, we discuss all of the different things we think are to blame for the Leafs underwhelming 9-7-4 record and ask the age-old question, is it time to fire Mike Babcock? Then, we touch on the Mitch Marner injury and what ramifications it will have on the lineup. Finally, we tee up a big doubleheader against the Bruins and Penguins then name this week's Bum and Beauty selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode kicks off with a recap of the week that was for the Maple Leafs. We touch on the wins over Philly and LA, recap Thursdays 2-1 OT victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, and discuss Zach Hyman's impending return to the lineup. Next, what makes William Nylander so polarizing? we spend an entire segment discussing the Leafs young winger and share some feedback from our listeners. Then, we reveal our Bum and Beauty selections and tee up this weekend's doubleheader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After yet another stressful week for Leafs Nation, we're back to break it all down. We kick off this week's episode with our thoughts on Alex Ovechkin's assessment of this young Leaf team and the subsequent 4-3 loss to the Washington Capitals. Next, we give our take on why Mitch Marner has not looked like himself so far this season. Then, we debate how much blame Kyle Dubas should shoulder for the Leafs lacklustre start to the season. Finally, we name this week's Bum and Beauty selections and tee up the week ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After another frustrating Leafs loss to the Bruins on Tuesday night, we decided to throw our planned show prep out the window in favour of a long heart to heart chat about the current state of the team. We discuss the inconsistent play of the Leafs stars, Mike Babcock's puzzling goalie deployment and the team's defensive zone struggles. Then, we name this week's Bum and Beauty selection and tee up yet another back to back for the Leafs this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode kicks off with a recap of the week that was for the Maple Leafs followed by a quick rundown of Wednesday Nights 4-3 loss to the Washington Capitals. Next, we discuss the Leafs 4-3-1 record to start the season and why we're concerned about some of the old habits we're seeing again so far this year. Then, we name this weeks Bum and Beauty selections and tee up a massive Saturday night showdown against the Boston Bruins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode kicks off with a recap of the week that was for the Maple Leafs. We discuss Saturday Night's disappointing shoot out loss to the Montreal Canadiens, then dive into a full breakdown of Monday's hard fought battle against the defending Cup Champ St.Louis Blues. Next, we discuss Kasperi Kapanen's recent struggles and ask if the time has come to remove him from the top line. Then, we discuss the Leafs defensive zone play and reveal this week's Bum and Beauty selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Maple Leafs officially have a Captain and his name is John Tavares. This week's episode kicks off with a full recap of the Leafs 5-3 win over the Ottawa Senators. We discuss expectations for Auston Matthews this season after another dominant opening night performance, our favourite new additions to the roster, one-timers, and how nice it is to see Nikita Zaitsev in a Sens uniform. Next, we touch on the Babcock/Spezza controversy and reveal our first Bum & Beauty selections of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We begin this weeks episode with our thoughts on the Auston Matthews disorderly conduct allegations and how disappointing the situation is. Next, we shift gears to a more positive discussion by breaking down the Leafs back to back pre-season victories over the Montreal Canadiens, sharing our main takeaways from Wednesday Nights dress rehearsal for the opening night roster. Then, we tee up next weeks season opener and touch on Brayden Points new deal with the Lightning, and Matthew Tkachuks new deal with the Flames. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mitch Marner has a shiny new 6-year contract with the Maple Leafs and we're back to break it all down. We discuss the deal's expensive AAV, the Leafs salary cap situation and debate the expectations surrounding the team this season. Next, we share some observations from the first pre-season game of the year and have some fun with one of our favourite Mike Babcock quotes from the first few days of training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New season, new logo, same Buds. We kick off season 2 with the story that's taken Leafs Nation by storm, Auston Matthews mustache. Next, we make our predictions on who will be the Maple Leafs, next captain. Then, we reflect on the roller coaster ride that was Jake Gardiner's time as a Leaf and officially say goodbye to the polarizing defenceman. Finally, with training camp set to begin this week, we give our take on the Mitch Marner contract negotiations and if we think the Leafs star winger will be in Newfoundland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After Kyle Dubas sent shockwaves through Leafs Nation this week, we are back to discuss all the Leaf GM's big moves from July 1st. First, we give our thoughts on the trade that sent Nazem Kadri to the Colorado Avalanche for Tyson Barrie & Alexander Kerfoot, what it means for the roster, and share some of our favourite Naz memories. Next, we bid farewell to Nikita Zaitsev and Connor Brown and discuss the Leafs polarizing acquisition of Cody Ceci. Then, we discuss the Leafs free agent signings and where we see them fitting in next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a little hiatus, the Buds are BACK. Episode 29 starts off with a brief discussion about the St.Louis Blues and Toronto Raptors Championship wins. Next, we break down the Leafs trading Patrick Marleau to the Carolina Hurricanes and the rumoured deals for Kasperi Kapanen and Andreas Johnsson. Then, we take a deep dive into the Mitch Marner contract negotiations, the perception of Kyle Dubas, and give our take on what we think Mitch's contract should look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode kicks off with a mini-review of the 2018/19 Maple Leafs and we reveal our Bum & Beauty of the year. Next, we look ahead to the coming off-season and the impending contract negotiations for Marner, Kapanen and Johnsson. Then, we bid farewell to Jake Gardiner and debate what to do with the aging Patrick Marleau. Finally, we discuss the future of Mike Babcock, his relationship with Kyle Dubas and if we think he is still the best choice to be the Leafs head coach moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Its a somber, and final, Postseason Pint of the year. We give our immediate reaction to an extremely disappointing game 7 loss to the Boston Bruins. We discuss the performance of the players, the confusing roster deployment by Mike Babcock, and give some initial thoughts on where the organization goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a script that is all too familiar for Leafs Nation, Game 7 at TD Garden in Boston. This episode kicks off with a mini-review of game 6 in which we discuss the Leafs struggling special teams and Mike Babcock's confusing deployment of Patrick Marleau. Next, we set the stage for game 7 and what we hope to see from Mitch Marner and John Tavares specifically. Then, we touch on the Winnipeg Jets being eliminated by the St.Louis Blues and give some final words of encouragement to our Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Maple Leafs are one win away from slaying the dragon. This episode kicks off with a breakdown of game 5 in which we discuss Auston Matthews dominance, the Leafs 200 foot game, goalie interference, and tee up a massive game 6 at Scotiabank Arena. Next, we name the Bum and Beauty of the game and touch on the Colorado Avalanche eliminating the Calgary Flames and Steve Yzerman being named the new Red Wings GM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a gut-wrenching loss at home, the Maple Leafs are headed back to Boston with the series tied 2-2. This episode kicks off with a breakdown of game 4 in which we discuss the Leafs stellar offensive play, chaotic defensive play, puck watchers, and Patrick Marleau’s battle with father time. Next, we tee up game 5 in Boston and name the Bum and Beauty of the game. Finally, we touch on the Blue Jackets shocking sweep of the Lightning and the Islanders eliminating the Penguins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds were in the house to cheer on the Buds! In this episode, we talk the big game 3 win for the Maple Leafs, the epic atmosphere inside Scotiabank Arena, Mitch Marner blocking shots, and the return of the Leafs dangerous power play. Then, we name the Bum & Beauty of the game and tee up game 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a much different vibe on this show after an extremely frustrating and disappointing game 2 loss in Boston. We discuss the Bruins dominating the game with their physicality, the horrendous officiating, Nazem Kadri’s cross-check on Jake DeBrusk and the whereabouts of Auston Matthews. Then, we reveal the adjustments we think the Leafs will need to make to get back on track for game 3 and name the ‘Bum & Beauty’ of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins to take a 1-0 series lead and we are fired up about it in the inaugural Talkin Buds Postseason Pint. First, we recap all the best moments from the game, including another dominant performance from Mitch Marner and a big goal from Willy Nylander. Next, we have some fun at the expense of Zdeno Chara and discuss some minor tweaks we'd like to see ahead of game 2. Then, we name the Bum and Beauty of the game and share our thoughts on opening night of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the most wonderful time of the year, the Stanley Cup Playoffs! With just a few days to go until game 1 in Boston, we give our official predictions on how the series will play out for the Maple Leafs. Next, it's time for regular season report cards. We have some fun going through the entire Leaf roster and giving each player a letter grade based on their regular season performance. Then, we wrap the show up with our hot takes on the 7 other playoff match ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Despite a disappointing 4-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, the Buds kick off the show in a celebratory mood after Monday night's playoff-clinching victory over the New York Islanders. First, we discuss John Tavares recording breaking season and how he's exceeded all expectations in his first year as Leaf. Next, after a tough season, what should the Maple Leafs do with Garret Sparks?. Then, with the postseason just around the corner, we take a look at the current playoff picture in both conferences and are in awe of yet another 50 goal season for Alex Ovechkin in this weeks edition of Around the League. Finally, as always, we name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time in Talkin Buds history, we are finally in the same room together. Episode 25 kicks off with a full breakdown of a back and forth 5-4 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers and yet another discussion about the lack of effort for a full 60 minutes. Next, we discuss the good and bad of William Nylander and his importance come playoff time. Then, we lend a helping hand to Babs and the coaching staff by plotting out which games Freddy should start for the remainder of the season. Finally, as always, we name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a stressful week for Leafs Nation, the Maple Leafs finally pulled out a much needed 4-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres and we start the show off with a full breakdown of the big win. Next, after a dominant performance, we celebrate 'The Franchise' Auston Matthews. Then, we take a deep dive into the seemingly tumultuous relationship between Mike Babcock and Kyle Dubas and discuss their different philosophies when it comes to the roster. Finally, we preview the week ahead and name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off episode 23 with a full breakdown of the ugly 6-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning at Scotiabank Arena. We debate who we think Auston Matthews' wingers should be, what to do with the struggling Patrick Marleau and the dumpster fire defence pairing that is Marincin and Ozhiganov. Then, we turn our attention, once again, to the head coach and the changes we really hope to see him make come playoff time. Finally, we preview the week ahead and name this week's Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's been a busy week in Leafs Nation and we're back to break it all down. We discuss Johnny T's hostile return to Long Island, #TavaresDayTO and the two big wins over the Buffalo Sabres and Calgary Flames. Next, its the debut of a brand new segment, 'Fire & Ice'. We discuss all the things we're currently fired up about including the promotion of Trevor Moore, the lights out play of Frederik Andersen and the deadly Marner/Hyman combo. Then, we give our ice cold takes on some of Mike Babcock's lineup choices and the impending first-round matchup against the Boston Bruins. Finally, we preview the week ahead and reveal this week's TUTS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Trade Deadline day and the Buds are back with episode 21. We start the show with a discussion about the Leafs newest acquisition Nic Petan, give our thoughts on the roster as a whole and touch on some of the other deals around the NHL. Next, we breakdown the entertaining 5-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres and revisit Saturday night's glorious come from behind victory over the Habs. Finally, we preview the week ahead and name this week's Bums and Beauties Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off episode 20 with a breakdown of the emotional roller coaster ride that was the 3-2 overtime loss to the St.Louis Blues. We discuss the reasons why the Maple Leafs consistently struggle to play well for a full 60 minutes and also debate the changes that will need to be made if they're going to be successful come playoff time. Next, with the NHL Trade Deadline on the horizon, we give our take on the potential moves we think/hope Kyle Dubas has up his sleeve. Finally, we preview the week ahead and name this weeks Bums and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off episode 19 with a breakdown of the positive power play moments during Monday night's game in Colorado. We take a deep dive into what the PP struggles have been and discuss some additional changes we'd like to see going forward. Next, who's the more valuable player, Kasperi Kapanen or Andreas Johnsson? We each give our take on the Leafs two young gun wingers and debate who we think will be a bigger part of the Leafs future. Finally, we poke a little fun at the Edmonton Oilers and name this weeks Bum's and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off episode 18 with a full run down of a hard fought 5-4 win over the Ottawa Senators. We discuss the struggling Gardiner & Zaitsev pairing, Morgan Rielly's chances at a Norris Trophy and share our favourite Bob Cole moments. Next, we each give our take on Auston Matthews shiny new contract, why Kyle Dubas had to get the deal done and what it means for Mitch Marner and the rest of the roster moving forward. Finally, we preview the week ahead and name this weeks Bum's and Beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds reconvene during the bye week to celebrate the Maple Leafs acquiring Jake Muzzin from the LA Kings. We give our thoughts on the trade, Muzzin as a player and the impact on the lineup we hope he'll have. Next, we preview the week ahead and tee up Friday nights game in Detroit. Then, Ryan goes on a passionate rant in this weeks Bum's and Beauties and we follow it up with our Totally Unqualified Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a stressful time for Leaf Nation and the Buds have returned to dissect the issues with this slumping Leaf team. The show kicks off with a break down of the struggling Leaf offence, we talk Auston Matthews, line combinations and what's wrong with the power play. Next, Rob reveals the Leaf defenceman he's officially given up on and we debate which changes we'd like to see on the blue line. Then, how much of the blame should Mike Babcock shoulder for this recent slump? We speculate on the coach's relationship with some of his players and discuss the adjustments we'd like to see him make going forward. Plus, we give our weekly selections for Bums and Beauties and Totally Unqualified Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Maple Leafs have lost 5 of their last 8 games and the Buds are back to break it all down in episode 15. We kick off the show by discussing the struggling defence core, fans booing Jake Gardiner, 'heavy hockey' and what improvements we'd like to see from some of the slumping stars. Next, we wonder if Kyle Dubas making a move at the trade deadline is realistic and what it means if he stands pat with the current roster. Finally, we preview the upcoming showdown with the Tampa Bay Lightning and reveal our weekly selections for Bums and Beauties and Totally Unqualified Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds open episode 14 with a break down of a disappointing 4-0 loss to the Nashville Predators. Then, we discuss the Leaf roster and hand out midseason grades in a special extended edition of Bums and Beauties. Next, Will the Leafs bring in some help on the blue line? Will Matthews and Marner be signed before seasons end? Can they finally overcome the Boston Bruins in the postseason? We discuss all this and more in a new segment, Second Half Storylines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off the first show of 2019 by breaking down a disappointing 4-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild in the otherwise awesome Next Generation game. Then, Ryan talks Rob off the ledge over Freddy Andersen being on IR and emphasizes the long term plan for Freddy. Next, we discuss the Mitch Marner all-star 'snub' and wonder if it's really that big of a deal. Finally, we share our expectations for the rest of the 2019 season, name this week's Bums & Beauties, and give our Totally Unqualified Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the Toronto Maple Leaf Podcast for all Leaf fans. We analyze the team on a weekly basis, sharing our opinions on all the recent news and events. We focus on entertaining and simple discussion on all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off episode 10 with a full breakdown of an entertaining 4-3 Leaf win over the Buffalo Sabres. Then, we dive head first into William Nylander's new 6 year deal, sharing our thoughts on his salary, the term, and the polarizing effect its had on Leafs Nation. Finally, we reveal our weekly picks for Bums and Beauties and have some fun discussing potential names for the newly announced NHL franchise in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds kick off the show with a break down of the Leafs 4-2 win over the Bruins and ask if there is a player Leaf fans fear more than David Pastrnak. Next, we discuss the defence core and some of the improvements we've seen so far this season. Then, we take a look at the Leafs newest divisional rival, the Buffalo Sabres and tee up their first matchup next week. Plus, THE END IS FINALLY IN SIGHT for William Nylander. Will he or won't he sign? Lastly, we select this week's bums and beauties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of the podcast, the Buds are in a celebratory mood after 4 straight Leaf wins! Next, we look back on the first 21 games of the season and discuss who we think the most valuable players have been. Then, we ask if Leaf fans spend too much time focusing on the salary cap instead of just enjoying the ride of a 15-6 start. Can a case be made that Mitch Marner is more valuable than Auston Matthews? and is Freddy Andersen a Vezina contender? we debate both topics and name this weeks bums and beauty's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're up late this week while the Leafs are out west and start the show with a break down of a decisive win in LA. We preview the rest of the Western road trip and what we hope to see from Garret Sparks on Friday night. Then, with the deadline quickly approaching, we discuss the William Nylander situation and give our opinion on the 'sign him or trade him' debate. Plus, we put a different spin on this week's 'bums and beauties'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds are back with episode 6. We break down a much needed 3-1 win over the Vegas Golden Knights at Scotiabank Arena and try to figure out why it's been such a struggle at home so far this season. We discuss the stellar play of Morgan Rielly, Mitch Marner and Freddy Andersen and explain why we're sick of talking about William Nylander. We also preview 2 huge games against the Devils and Bruins plus our usual weekly segments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buds are back! In this week's episode, we discuss Auston Matthews' shoulder injury and what it means for him and the rest of the team. We review the week that was including back-to-back wins over the Winnipeg Jets, followed by an underwhelming performance against the Calgary Flames. Plus, our weekly segments: "Who's a bum and who's a beauty?" and "Totally Unqualified Takes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode we analyze the week that was for the Toronto Maple Leafs. We continue to give our opinion on the contract of William Nylander, discuss Babcock and also look forward to the Toronto Maple Leaf upcoming schedule. We hit on our weekly segments BUMS AND BEAUTIES and our TOTALLY UNQUALIFIED TAKES! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode we analyze the hot start to the Toronto Maple Leaf season. We give our opinions on the contracts of William Nylander and Auston Matthews. We also look forward to the Toronto Maple Leaf schedule and so much more! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Talkin Buds Podcast we analyze the preseason, William Nylander's contract, the backup goalie situation, the front office and their star players. We also look ahead and make predictions for 2018-2019 regular season. This episode also includes our weekly segment Totally Unqualified Takes. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Talkin Buds Podcast give our opinions on the first week of the season. We also debut a new segment and hit our Totally Unqualified Takes. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices