Under Pressure: Drafting Leafs Trade Targets + Goaltending Upgrades & Acquisition Costs

Press Pause: COVID-19, Saving the Season, Cap Implications + Listener Q & A: Jonas and James reflect on a potentially lost Maple Leafs season as the NHL pauses play in the midst of COVID-19, discuss the impact the pandemic could have on the league and the chances of the NHL saving its season, and potential cap implications. Plus, your Twitter questions, including: how the Leafs should approach an extension with Frederik Andersen, the craziest Leafs moments they've witnessed, Nick Robertson's chance of playing in the top-six next season, TV show recommendations, nostalgic sports video games, and much more. Support The Leaf Report! Get 40% off your Athletic subscription by going to theathletic.com/leafreport Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Sportsnet's Chris Johnston on Tough Leafs Offseason Decisions and the NHL Pause: Jonas and James welcome Chris Johnston from Sportsnet to the show for a lengthy discussion on a number of topics, including the league's response to COVID-19 and the chances of salvaging the 2019-20 season. With the league on pause for the foreseeable future, the guys get into some of the toughest offseason questions facing the Maple Leafs, including Kasperi Kapanen's value on the trade market, Alexander Kerfoot's fit and his ability to play in the top-six, Travis Dermott's next contract and his future as a Leaf, Andreas Johnsson's potential coming off knee surgery, Frederik Andersen's future going into the final year of his contract, and much more. Support The Leaf Report! Get 40% off your Athletic subscription by going to theathletic.com/leafreport Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Kapanen Dealt to Pittsburgh For 1st Round Pick and Cap Relief: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle discuss the Maple Leafs first big trade of the off-season, as Kyle Dubas deals Kasperi Kapanen to Pittsburgh for the 15th overall selection in the 2020 Draft. The Leafs also received RFA Evan Rodrigues, prospect Filip Hallander and minor leaguer David Warsofsky in the deal. Jonas and James look at who else might be moved this off-season by Kyle Dubas including Frederik Andersen, Andreas Johnsson and Alexander Kerfoot, and how vital it is for the Leafs to gain cap space over the next couple of seasons in the flat cap era. by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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The Maple Leafs Project to Be One of the Busiest Clubs This Off-Season: Jonas and James forecast a busy two months for Kyle Dubas and the Toronto Maple Leafs front office this fall. Jonas present his list of what players are attractive to the Leafs in free agency and in trade, with the boys taking a deep dive on blue line help, including Alex Pietrangelo, Dougie Hamilton, TJ Brodie and Jonas Brodin. The guy also discuss possible replacements for Frederik Andersen in goal, including Robin Lehner, Matt Murray and Jacob Markstrom. Plus, what forwards could be brought in, if the Leafs move the likes of William Nylander, Alex Kerfoot, Andreas Johnsson and Pierre Engvall this off-season? by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Trade Reaction: Confidence in Jack Campbell, Backup Stability & Clifford's Value: Jonas and James react to the Maple Leafs acquisition of Jack Campbell and Kyle Clifford from the Kings, the timing of the trade and if Kyle Dubas waited too long to make a move, as well as what it says about Michael Hutchinson and the Leafs lack of stability at the backup position since waiving Curtis McElhinney. Plus, how does Cody Ceci's injury impact the Leafs plans going into the trade deadline, and how valuable is the experience that Kyle Clifford brings to the table? by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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On The Right Track: With the off-season officially in full swing, Jonas and James discuss the most pressing issues for the rebuilding Maple Leafs. Is Frederik Andersen the answer between the pipes? What other acquisitions are plausible in what is likely to be a very busy draft and free agency period for the team. by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Optimistic Vibes for the NHL's top team, the Toronto Maple Leafs: Maple Leafs have shutout McDavid and the Oilers in back to back games. by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Jack Campbell on Fit with the Leafs, Striving To Be a No. 1, Relationship with Andersen & more: Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell joins the podcast to chat about the move to Toronto and how he adjusted to a new team so quickly after being traded from L.A. Jack talks about being reunited with Kyle Dubas after their time in the Soo, his fit with the Leafs and his goal of being a No. 1 starter someday, his relationship with Frederik Andersen, as well as which of his Leafs teammates resemble Michael Jordan the most. Plus, Jonas and James look back on the trade for Campbell and how it reflects on Kyle Dubas, discuss the upcoming extension for Zach Hyman and how he's solidified himself as a top-six forward, and offer their thoughts of the Leafs signing of Finnish defenceman Mikko Lehtonen. Support The Leaf Report! Get 40% off your Athletic subscription by going to theathletic.com/leafreport Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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The ultimate superstar Auston Matthews, and riding the wave with Jack Campbell: Toronto continues their three game series with the Habs, Thursday night. by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Unanswered 'What-Ifs' of the Maple Leafs Season + Players We Might Not See Again: Jonas and James check in while NHL season remains on pause, and James' NHL 20 career takes off. The guys discuss the Maple Leafs biggest 'What Ifs' that will go unanswered if the 2019-20 season doesn't resume, including Frederik Andersen turning around his play, Auston Matthews' chase for 50 goals and chance at winning the Rocket Richard, the return of Ilya Mikheyev and expectations for his next contract, as well as the Leafs finding playoff success and proving the ability to get out of the first round. Plus, the guys discuss some of the notables from James' list of 15 players who may have played their last NHL game, and what the future holds for Jason Spezza. Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Maturation Process: Judging Top Players, Deep Depth Shortages, Rielly's Timeline, Contending Status & more: Jonas and James check-in from the Leafs California swing to dissect a tough start to the trip and discuss how this season will reflect on the Leafs top players, the role injuries have played in the team's inconsistency and lack of depth, and the idea of splitting up the top two lines to spread out the offence. Plus, what to make of Pierre Engvall's struggles after a hot start, assessing Alexander Kerfoot's play on the Tavares-Nylander line, the goaltending strategy and the team's level of confidence in Frederik Andersen, projecting defensive pairings when Morgan Rielly returns to the lineup, and much more. Fill out the listener survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25VZGGQ Support The Leaf Report! Get 40% off your Athletic subscription by going to theathletic.com/leafreport Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Trade Deadline Recap: Keeping Barrie, Dubas' Message, Muzzin's Extension & Last Stand for the Core?: Jonas and James break down a quiet trade deadline for the Maple Leafs, including the decision not to trade Tyson Barrie and what it says about his remaining time with the Leafs, as well as the message from Kyle Dubas to the rest of the team. The guys also discuss options over the summer if the Leafs miss the playoffs, the value of Jake Muzzin and how his contract extension will look 1-2 years from now, as well as the aftermath of an embarrassing loss to Carolina over the weekend. by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Risk Levels: Return to Play Stakes, Top UFA Targets + Joshua Kloke talks Marlies & Cody Franson's Regrets: Jonas and James keep the tradition alive with another edition of The Leaf Report, discussing the NHL's efforts to plan a return to play and whether or not the potential revenue generated will be worth the safety risks involved with coming back sooner. With the season still on pause, the guys look ahead to the theoretical offseason and sort through some of the players the Leafs could target, including affordable depth, reclamation projects, and long shots. Plus, The Athletic T.O.'s Joshua Kloke joins to chat about how the AHL's cancelled season will impact Leafs prospects, as well as his story on Cody Franson's divorce from the Maple Leafs. Support The Leaf Report! Get 40% off your Athletic subscription by going to theathletic.com/leafreport Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Most Interesting Maple Leafs of 2019-20 with TSN's Mark Masters: Jonas and James welcome TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters back to the show this week. The longest serving guest of the Leaf Report helps the guys sort through the most interesting Leafs players from the 2019-20 season, including William Nylander, Michael Hutchinson, Morgan Rielly, Mitch Marner, Alexander Kerfoot, Andreas Johnsson, and Kasperi Kapanen. Plus, TV show recommendations and an update on James' NHL 20 career. Follow the show on Twitter: @LeafReport Follow James: @mirtle Follow Jonas: @jonassiegel by The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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