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Leafs U23 Prospect Rankings Controversy? Rielly Provides Clarity On Future

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:19:46 GMT

Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto is becoming clearer — while a controversial prospect ranking has the Maple Leafs' young talent sparking debate.

Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti break down Morgan Rielly's latest comments about his future with the Maple Leafs, with Dave sharing what he heard firsthand at the Hockey Night in Brampton event.

Rielly indicated that he expects to be part of the Maple Leafs moving forward, but what does that mean for the trade speculation that followed him throughout the offseason? The guys discuss his conversation with John Chayka, why Rielly could get a fresh start under Jim Hiller and whether 2026-27 could be a make-or-break season for the veteran defenceman.

Then, the conversation turns to Corey Pronman's controversial U23 prospect rankings. Why was Gavin McKenna ranked where he was and why did Easton Cowan fall far down the list. And how did one of the top young players fail to make the top 156 entirely? Mike and Dave then reveal their own Top 5 Maple Leafs U23 prospects; what do you think of their list? Was anyone left off?

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🏒 In this episode:

Morgan Rielly addresses his Maple Leafs future
Is Rielly expecting to stay in Toronto?
His conversation with John Chayka
Why Jim Hiller could give Rielly a fresh start
Is 2026-27 a make-or-break season for Rielly?
Where is Gavin McKenna ranked by Corey Pronman?
Why the Leafs' top prospect ranking sparked debate
Who was left off the list?
Corey Pronman's other Maple Leafs prospect rankings
Our Top 5 Leafs U23 prospects
Which young Leafs prospect could rise the most?

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Toronto Maple Leafs | Mats Sundin Summer Spotlight | Morgan Rielly Is Here to Stay

Talkin Buds, Rob Furnish, Ryan Furnish — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:14:03 GMT

Our Toronto Maple Leafs Summer Spotlight Series turns to a legend this week, Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations Mats Sundin. We focus on his current role with the team and where he can be most effective in helping the Leafs rebuild their culture, particularly by assisting Auston Matthews and William Nylander. We also revisit our favourite Mats moments from his playing days, and give our take on Morgan Rielly's latest comments as well as the new details surrounding the NHL's hometown remix jersey rollout.

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(0:00) - Intro
(1:27) - Morgan Rielly Isn't Going Anywhere
(6:49) - More Details Emerge on the NHL's Hometown Remix Jerseys
(11:03) - Summer Spotlight: Mats Sundin
(28:51) - Mount Rushmore of Swedish Hockey Players
(31:46) - Favourite Mats Moments

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Tavares’ Tax Battle & Rielly Reiterates Desire to Stay in Toronto

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:29:04 GMT

Auston Matthews SNUBBED by NHL 27?! | Toronto Maple Leafs NHL Top 100 Debate

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

How is Auston Matthews NOT one of the top 10 centres in NHL 27?!

Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti react to EA Sports' NHL 27 top 10 centres, and there's one glaring omission: Auston Matthews. Despite Matthews being a three-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner, Hart Trophy winner and one of the NHL's premier goal scorers, EA left him out of its top 10, ranking players like Mark Scheifele, Nick Suzuki and Jack Hughes ahead of him. Is Matthews' recent injury history really enough to drop him that far?

The guys also make their Locked On NHL Top 100 nominations for the Maple Leafs, debating which Toronto players deserve consideration. Auston Matthews and William Nylander are obvious choices, but what about John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Darren Raddysh, Sergei Bobrovsky and Gavin McKenna?

Plus, Dave breaks down the latest development in John Tavares' tax dispute with the CRA.

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Toronto Maple Leafs | John Chayka Summer Spotlight | Auston Matthews' Health and What's Next

Talkin Buds, Rob Furnish, Ryan Furnish — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:25:14 GMT

Our Toronto Maple Leafs Summer Spotlight Series rolls on with Leafs GM John Chayka headlining today's episode. We revisit the tumultuous end to last season, which led to Brad Treliving's dismissal, Chayka's hiring and the subsequent disastrous introductory press conference, all the way through to landing the first overall pick and the impressive offseason that followed. From there we get into his pairing with Mats Sundin, managing ownership, the fans and media, and where Auston Matthews' health fits into all of it, since that and his play will ultimately dictate where the organization goes from here.

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(0:00) - Intro
(1:55) - Hometown Remix Unis Are Coming
(5:50) - Summer Spotlight: John Chayka
(34:18) - Auston Matthews' Health and Future as a Leaf

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Hiller A Lowkey Great Hire for Leafs?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:31:29 GMT

Leafs GM John Chayka's Biggest Off-Season Task is Still Unresolved

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:45:11 GMT

John Chayka has transformed the Toronto Maple Leafs this offseason — but his biggest task may still be unresolved.

Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassuti analyze the sweeping organizational audit and raise the stakes surrounding unresolved futures for franchise cornerstones.

After a busy offseason that saw Toronto reshape its roster, add Gavin McKenna and make significant changes throughout the organization, what is still missing from this Maple Leafs team? And does Chayka need to make another major move before training camp?

The conversation spotlights the NHL Network’s controversial top 10 goalie rankings—was Sergei Bobrovsky snubbed? Plus, the hosts highlight recent staff additions, front office moves, and debate whether Chayka’s aggressive strategy is enough to put Toronto back in Stanley Cup contention.

🏒 In this episode:

John Chayka's biggest remaining offseason task
What is still missing from the Maple Leafs?
Has Chayka done enough this summer?
Evaluating Toronto's roster after a massive offseason
Why the unresolved issue could define the 2026-27 season
Does Chayka need to make another big move?
How confident are we in the Leafs' new front office?

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Leafs Offseason News: Matthews Injury Details & Why Florida Let Bobrovsky Walk

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:57:54 GMT

We finally get a little bit of clarity on Auston Matthews' injury status but is it trending in the right direction?

Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti break down some of the latest updates surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason including Matthews' personal chiropractor, Dr. Sean Robeck's radio interview. What did he reveal about Matthews' lower back issues, his MCL recovery, and how healthy the captain really is heading into the season?

Plus, details emerge on how Toronto landed Sergei Bobrovsky over Florida. Did the Leafs give up too much to close the goaltender? We compare this deal to past Toronto contracts and discuss what success looks like for the Leafs in 2026–27. Finally, an update on the massive $600K+ Macklin Celebrini 1-of-1 Gold Outburst card auction!

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Jay Downton on Daily Faceoff Toronto & the Next Chapter

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:14:01 GMT

Daily Faceoff Toronto Is HERE & Leafs Linked to Patrik Laine ft. Michael Hutchinson

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:44:54 GMT

Michael Hutchinson on Retirement, the Leafs & Bobrovsky

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:27:04 GMT

Is Rielly Actually Staying? Leafs Camp Preview ft. Arun Srinivasan

Arun Srinivasan — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Training camp is almost here, and this Maple Leafs roster looks nothing like it did last spring (thank goodness!). We're breaking down everything you need to know before the puck drops on the 2026-27 season.

We kick-off the show and get right into the fun stuff — projecting forward line combinations, defensive pairings, and which prospects and young players have a real shot at cracking the opening night roster.

Then in this instalment of the Third Period we have a great conversation with guest Arun Srinivasan of The Leafs Nation on where this team really stands heading into the season.

We dig into Sergei Bobrovsky's arrival between the pipes with Arun and discuss what he thinks the two-time Vezina winner and Stanley Cup champ brings to a Leafs crease that desperately needed stability. We also unpack the Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade and how it reshapes Toronto's blue line — plus the big question everyone's still asking: is Morgan Rielly actually staying in Toronto, or could a camp trade still happen?

We also talk about Jim Hiller's potential coaching system and what a shift in style could mean for this group, plus the latest injury updates and cap/roster management questions facing GM John Chayka as he continues his offseason overhaul.

Buds fans, this one's got everything — new faces, big questions, and a franchise trying to find its way back to contention. Let's get into it.

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The Leafs' front office changes, forward fits, and is there anything of interest in the FA bargain bin? -- MLHS Podcast Ep. 123

Maple Leafs Hotstove — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:13:25 GMT

Leafs linked to Laine? Matthews & Tavares' Hall of Fame Case

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:49:57 GMT

Could the Toronto Maple Leafs consider a move for Patrick Laine and are Auston Matthews and John Tavares on track for the Hockey Hall of Fame?

Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti start the show by breaking down the latest Maple Leafs-Laine speculation, whether the veteran sniper would actually make sense for Toronto and what it would take for a deal to happen.

Mike and Dave then tackle one of the biggest questions facing two of the most accomplished players in Maple Leafs history: if their careers ended today, would Matthews and Tavares get into the Hockey Hall of Fame?

To end the show, Dave has Mike do a blind ranking of which Leafs players will score more goals next season. How do you think he did?

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Toronto Maple Leafs | Easton Cowan Spotlight | Patrik Laine Interest & Best/Worst Leafs Jerseys

Talkin Buds, Rob Furnish, Ryan Furnish — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:10:25 GMT

Our Toronto Maple Leafs Summer Spotlight Series rolls on, with Easton Cowan taking the spotlight on this episode. We discuss Cowan's first season with the team and all the positives that came with it, as well as the impact he made on the Marlies' Calder Cup win. We also try and predict where he'll land in the lineup to start next season, what makes the most sense in terms of deployment, intangibles and more. We also give our thoughts on the Leafs being interested in Patrik Laine and give our take on the best and worst Leafs jerseys of all time.

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(0:00) - Intro
(1:55) - Are the Leafs Interested in Laine?
(4:00) - Chayka's Front Office Overhaul Continues
(9:24) - Summer Spotlight: Easton Cowan
(30:50) - Best and Worst Leafs Jerseys

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Leafs Bold Takes & Predictions 🔥

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:22:16 GMT

We Built the ULTIMATE Toronto Maple Leafs Player Using Attributes From Current Roster

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

What if you could build the perfect Toronto Maple Leaf using only the best attributes from the current roster?

Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti take on one of their favourite offseason exercises: Building the Best Leaf. They each get 10 attributes — offensive IQ, defensive IQ, heart, hands, toughness, shot, skating, passing, size and hitting — and can only use each Maple Leafs player once.

Who has the best shot? Auston Matthews or Darren Raddysh? Who gets the best passing? Gavin McKenna is an easy choice. And which Leafs bring the perfect combination of size, skill, toughness and heart? The guys debate their picks and reveal their ultimate Frankenstein Maple Leaf.

The guys also react to the NHL Network's Top 20 Defensemen list, where no Maple Leafs made the cut, and discuss why the absence of a true top-pairing defenseman might not be as concerning as some fans think. They also look at the strength of the Atlantic Division and the incredible number of elite young defensemen Toronto will have to face.

🏒 In this episode:

Building the ultimate Maple Leaf
What attribute do you take from Auston Matthews?
Is Gavin McKenna's passing ability tough to overlook
What John Tavares offers that no one else does
Who challenges William Nylander for skating?
Which intangibles do Chris Tanev, Jake McCabe and Max Domi bring?
NHL Network's Top 20 Defensemen ranking

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Getting Excited Over Gavin McKenna And The New Leafs

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:26:02 GMT

There’s Just Something About Bob And What The Leafs Are Doing

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:25:20 GMT

Taking The Rage Bait From Mitch Marner’s Mouthpiece

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:28:34 GMT

All Smiles After Leafs Stunning Turnaround

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:35:57 GMT

How Confident Should Leafs Fans Be in John Chayka?

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

How confident should Maple Leafs fans be in the team's front office? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti put the Toronto Maple Leafs' front office under the microscope, examining whether John Chayka and his staff have earned the trust of the fan base heading into the 2026-27 season. The guys break down the biggest reasons to feel confident in Toronto's new direction, the moves that still raise questions, and whether Chayka's roster-building philosophy can finally help the Leafs take the next step toward Stanley Cup contention. They also look at the expectations surrounding the team's biggest additions, how the front office has reshaped the roster and what would need to happen this season for fans to feel even more confident in the direction of the organization.

🏒 In this episode:

How confident should Leafs fans be in John Chayka?
Is the Maple Leafs' front office finally on the right track?
Evaluating Chayka's roster-building philosophy
Which offseason moves deserve the most confidence?
What still concerns us about the Leafs?
What would make fans believe this team can contend?
Expectations for Toronto heading into 2026-27

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What’s The Rielly Effect On Reinvigorated Leafs?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:01:09 GMT

Toronto Maple Leafs | Sergei Bobrovsky Spotlight | Comparing the Leafs to the Blue Jays

Talkin Buds, Rob Furnish, Ryan Furnish — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:41:27 GMT

Our Toronto Maple Leafs Summer Spotlight Series rolls on as we discuss arguably the most intriguing offseason addition of them all, Sergei Bobrovsky. Was last season a one-off or a sign of things to come? Can he lead the Leafs back to the playoffs, and does his addition to the dressing room make a difference? Is it fair to expect 50+ starts from a soon-to-be 38-year-old goalie? We discuss all that and much more.

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(0:00) - Intro
(2:18) - Leafs Hire Andy O'Brien
(5:32) - Macklin Celebrini, the $18.8 Million Dollar Man
(8:00) - Summer Spotlight: Sergei Bobrovsky
(32:00) - The Wild Ride of the Leafs and Jays

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Who SHOULD Play on Auston Matthews' Wing?

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:24:32 GMT