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Lightning & Leafs Meet Again
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Length:
104 minutes
Released:
Dec 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show discussing the Maple Leafs facing the Tampa Bay Lightning for the first time since their playoff series loss and Lightning head coach Jon Cooper (23:17) breaks down the performances from his hockey club this season, Mikhail Sergachev's impact on the blue line, and what he thinks about Mitch Marner's current point streak. Then, the guys' weekly chat with Doug MacLean (42:44) as he talks about how the Leafs have changed their year around after a rough start, dealing with injuries on the roster, and his time as a teacher. Afterward, former Leafs' GM Dave Nonis (1:04:53) weighs in on the evolution of the Leafs' core group, at what point during the regular season a team's front office will assess their roster, the use of analytics in hockey, and how coaches and general managers view highly touted prospects. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Released:
Dec 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Leafs Set a "Franchise Record"?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the weekend that was for the Leafs with the team earning wins against the Senators and Islanders, the play of William Nylander against New York, how Pierre Engvall has stepped up, the team setting a new record with 50 wins in a season, and the play of Matt Barzal (1:01). Next they touch on Auston Matthews getting the night off, the importance of resting as the postseason approaches, managing the blue line as playoffs start, and Jack Campbell's play on Sunday night (21:08). Afterwards, Gord Stellick shares his thoughts on the Leafs hitting 50 wins, how he'd manage the goaltending, the likelihood of Jake Muzzin returning for the playoffs, and the team's depth coming through (42:05). Watch on YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne