Episodes

  • Vally's View: Torts' vs. Cassidy's Coaching & Leafs' GM Search
    Mar 31 2026

    New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (3:27) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the pressure on Ilya Sorokin down the stretch for the Islanders, the Golden Knights' late season coaching change, John Tortorella vs. Bruce Cassidy's coaching style, why playstyle should dictate the direction of the next Maple Leafs' front office, analytical-driven management, Linus Ullmark missing a game, and the Leafs' strong response to Radko Gudas in their first game since Auston Matthews' knee-on-knee collision. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the Dallas Stars extending Jim Nill's contract, Jason Robertson's looming next deal, and Flyers prospect Porter Martone making his NHL debut.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • Leafs Hour: Leafs Part Ways with Brad Treliving
    Mar 31 2026

    The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired general manager Brad Treliving. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the decision and the timing of Treliving's dismissal before going through each answer from Keith Pelley's press conference, including his comments on what went wrong this season, retooling vs. rebuilding, and the team's culture. Then, they assess where Craig Berube stands with seven games remaining in the regular season. Later, they look back on the Leafs' win over the Ducks, Max Domi's fight with Radko Gudas, and Michael Pezzetta's ejection.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • Vegas Swap Head Coaches Before Playoffs
    Mar 30 2026

    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee touch on the Vegas Golden Knights firing head coach Bruce Cassidy and hiring John Tortorella, before bringing in Sportsnet's David Amber (12:11) to weigh in on the coaching change, the Golden Knights' playoff outlook, and whether other teams will look within on their current head coaches. Then, DA shares his thoughts on Linus Ullmark requesting to rest for one game, whether Steve Yzerman is on the hot seat, whether a Maple Leaf will go after Radko Gudas in their first meeting since his knee-on-knee collision on Auston Matthews, and the Wild Card race in the East. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam chat about Jim Rutherford's future with the Vancouver Canucks, why they're set for a strong rebuild through drafts, and the New Jersey Devils' outlook.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • Leafs Hour: Going After Gudas
    Mar 30 2026

    Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' revenge stage against Radko Gudas and the Anaheim Ducks. They share their expectations for the Leafs' response, react to Gudas' apology, and discuss the Leafs' lacklustre performance against the St. Louis Blues on Saturday. Then they discuss Brad Treliving's fate as Keith Pelley begins scouting the market, and whether the front office structure will change at all in the offseason. Finally, they assess Bruce Cassidy's potential fit behind the bench in Toronto after his surprising dismissal in Vegas.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • Lost Season Final Stretch + Will the Blues Hold?
    Mar 27 2026

    Former NHLer and ESPN analyst Ray Ferraro (10:15) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the two different mindsets between a veteran player and a player on a two-way contract during the final stretch of a lost season, players expressing their feelings about their team in public, and the Detroit Red Wings dropping out of the Stanley Cup Playoff race. Then, former NHLer and co-host of The Cam and Strick Podcast, Cam Janssen stops by (29:49) to discuss the major changes to the St. Louis Blues front office, if they can hold onto their Wild Card spot, tank nation within the fanbase, Colton Parayko's outlook with the team, Jordan Binnington's post-Olympic performances, and if Alexander Steen is ready to take charge of the team.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • The Cost of Greatness with Chris Pronger + Vegas Worries
    Mar 26 2026

    Hockey Hall of Famer and 2007 Stanley Cup Champion Chris Pronger (4:48) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about writing his newest book "Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey's Fiercest Competitors", an athlete's mental focus, a person's own 'code', dealing with bad drinking habits, before shifting their attention to the increasing showcase of NHL players' personalities like a podcast, the fine lines between growing the game online and focusing on hockey, and players only caring about winning even during a lost season. Then, Vegas Golden Knights beat writer for The Athletic Jesse Granger (34:00) hops on to discuss the team's concerns of losing a playoff spot, goal scoring issues, Mitch Marner's stint as a centreman, Rasmus Andersson's contract talks, and the ramifications for the franchise if they were to drop out of the Stanley Cup picture.

    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.

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    50 mins
  • Leafs Hour: Is a Bottom-Five Finish Out of Reach?
    Mar 26 2026

    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-3 win over the New York Rangers. They discuss Joseph Woll's performance and whether the Leafs' pursuit of a bottom-five finish is now out of reach. Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph joins the show (9:27) to discuss the state of the Leafs' tank, players who have something to prove down the stretch, whether the Leafs should consider a goalie trade in the offseason, Craig Berube's recent lineup decisions, Jake McCabe's reliability, and much more. Then, Nick, Justin and fill-in producer Cristian Ceniti discuss Dakota Joshua's place on the team next season, when the Leafs will make a public decision on Berube and Brad Treliving's futures, and more.

    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.

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  • Sens' Playoff Hopes + Jets' Final Stretch Focus
    Mar 25 2026

    Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet.ca's Ottawa Senators writer Alex Adams (5:36) to chat about team's road towards the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Thomas Chabot's injury, the team's physical identity, Drake Batherson and Brady Tkachuk's futures in Ottawa, whether the front office have concerns about an outspoken Tkachuk on his podcast, and how much the organization will spend during the offseason. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Winnipeg and Hockey Night in Canada reporter Sean Reynolds stops by (27:36) to discuss the Jets' edging closer to securing a post-season spot, how they've changed their defensive approach, and whether the team should focus on a playoff berth or look ahead to the 2026 NHL Draft.

    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.

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