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Leafs Morning Take

The Nation Network

If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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17:05

Dave Feschuk Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/25

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star to break down the Maple Leafs’ surprising 4-2 win in Boston. While the result may not help Toronto’s draft positioning, the guys discuss the team’s strong effort and growing commitment to sticking up for one another—and how that’s resonating.Feschuk weighs in on Easton Cowan’s immediate response to Nikita Zadorov’s questionable hit on John Tavares, plus offers his early assessment of Cowan’s rookie campaign. From there,

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1:08:15

Cowan Levels Up, Leafs Hand Bruins Costly Loss ft....

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/25

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s impressive 4-2 win in Boston, highlighted by the team’s immediate and appropriate response to Nikita Zadorov’s hit from behind on John Tavares. Looking ahead, the boys preview the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs return home to host the New York Rangers. Plus, Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star stops by to weigh in on what’s been a lost season for Toronto, what’s gone wrong, and where things could be headed next.🚨 Subscribe to Leafs

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1:06:36

Mentors Trip, Leafs Visit Minten's Bruins ft. Mike...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/24

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill set the stage for Toronto’s trip to Boston to take on the Boston Bruins, though “preview” might be generous given where things stand. The Leafs have been spiralling for a long time, looking like one of the worst teams in the NHL, and the boys don’t sugarcoat it.With it being the annual mentors trip, Rosehill explains what those experiences are really like — even if the timing couldn’t feel more off.Plus, Spittin’ Chiclets personality Mike Grinnell drops by to chirp

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21:48

Mike Grinnell Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/24

Mike Grinnell from Spittin’ Chiclets joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a spirited, no-holds-barred conversation.Grinnell wastes no time taking a victory lap on last year’s deadline deal that sent Fraser Minten and a first-round pick to Boston for Brandon Carlo, breaking down Minten’s impact and why Bruins fans are loving the move right now. He also offers insight into Boston’s ability to bounce back after last season’s retool, and what’s fuelled their success this year.That leads into a

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1:01:22

Berube Calls Out Woll, Stolarz Scare, Leafs Last...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/23

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down a chaotic weekend for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Toronto dropped a 4-3 OT decision to the Carolina Hurricanes before falling 5-2 to the Ottawa Senators, with the spotlight firmly on the crease. Craig Berube publicly called out Joseph Woll following the Carolina loss, and hours later, Woll was forced back into action after Anthony Stolarz took a William Nylander shot to the neck in warmups. Stolarz was taken to hospital for precautionary imaging but was able

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12:08

Carter Hutton Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/23

Carter Hutton joined Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down a chaotic weekend for the Maple Leafs.The former NHL netminder weighed in on Craig Berube’s pointed postgame comments following the 4-3 OT loss to Carolina—specifically the “we need a save” remark directed at Joseph Woll. Hutton offered a goalie’s perspective on whether that criticism was fair or if it crossed the line, and what that kind of public callout does inside a locker room—does it spark motivation or breed frustration?He

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1:12:22

Fan Day Fallout, Matthews Gets Surgery, & Leafs...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/20

Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips recap Fan Day festivities for the Toronto Maple Leafs as Troy Stecher's Bernese Mountain dog Phoebe steals the spotlight. They also dive into the latest on Auston Matthews, who underwent successful MCL surgery in New York, with a recovery timeline of approximately 12 weeks—and what it all means for Toronto moving forward. Additionally, the boys unpack Elliotte Friedman’s reporting on teams that were sniffing around on Matthew Knies ahead of the trade deadline

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59:44

13 Games Left, Leafs Sign Two NCAA Players ft. Pete...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/20

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Maple Leafs’ latest roster moves, including the signings of college free agents Vincent Borgesi and Brandon Buhr. They also dive into the decision to hand Artur Akhtyamov a 3-year extension and what it means for the organization moving forward.Plus, the boys discuss the latest from Leafs practice as Toronto gears up to host Carolina on Friday night. To top it all off, free agent NHL head coach Pete DeBoer joins the show to share his thoughts on the

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19:30

Pete DeBoer Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/19

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Pete DeBoer for an in-depth conversation on the state of the Maple Leafs.DeBoer breaks down what he believes has gone wrong in Toronto, weighs in on the Gudas/Matthews knee-on-knee incident and the team’s response, and backs Craig Berube’s handling of the situation. He also dives into the importance of accountability in today’s NHL and shares how he approaches maintaining standards inside the locker room.Plus, DeBoer reflects on

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1:06:46

Five in a Row with a Scrap, Leafs Fall Short Against...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/18

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's 3-1 home ice loss against the New York Islanders. Plus, the boys catch up with projected lottery pick and University of North Dakota defenseman Keaton Verhoeff to discuss his season, development, and what lies ahead.🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️/ @theleafsnation401SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only

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16:05

Keaton Verhoeff Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/18

Projected lottery pick and University of North Dakota blueliner Keaton Verhoeff joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down his journey and what lies ahead.Verhoeff kicked things off by reflecting on his NCAA season and how he’s evaluated his own play, while also looking ahead after his squad’s tough exit in the Frozen Faceoff semifinals. He also touched on his experience representing Canada men's national junior ice hockey team at the World Juniors, and what he learned from competing on

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1:12:28

St. Patrick’s Day Special: Schaefer’s Toronto...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/17

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill tee up a St. Patrick’s Day matchup as the Maple Leafs host the Islanders. The spotlight is on Hamilton native Matthew Schaefer, a lifelong Leafs fan who’s set to play his first NHL game in Toronto—with nearly 1,000 family members and friends expected in the building for the special moment.Plus, free agent NHL head coach Dean Evason stops by the show to share his thoughts on the Maple Leafs & their current situation.🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️/

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15:02

Dean Evason Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/17

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Dean Evason for a loaded conversation.Evason kicks things off by weighing in on the Radko Gudas suspension and the fallout from the knee-on-knee with Auston Matthews. He explains why he felt the punishment was light and shares his candid thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ initial lack of response—plus how he expects his own teams to handle moments like that.With the Islanders in town, Evason also breaks down Matthew Schaefer’s game,

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51:32

Season Over for Matthews, Woll & Stolarz Kill Tank...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/16

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down an impressive weekend for the Maple Leafs. Despite being without their captain, Toronto picked up three of a possible four points, falling 3–2 in a shootout in Buffalo before bouncing back with a 4–2 win in Minnesota. The boys dive into the strong goaltending that powered the results, as Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz both delivered standout performances between the pipes.They also dissect the fallout from Auston Matthews’ injury news & Radko Gudas

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17:30

Peter Laviolette Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/16

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Peter Laviolette to break down the fallout from the Radko Gudas knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews. Laviolette weighs in on the incident itself, what he expects from his team in terms of a response when a superstar gets targeted, and his thoughts on the league handing Gudas a five-game suspension. The former Stanley Cup–winning bench boss also offers insight into what Craig Berube and the Maple Leafs coaching staff are going

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1:01:05

Of Course It's Gudas: Leafs Snap Skid, Lose Matthews...

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/13

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 6–4 win over the Anaheim Ducks, a victory that snapped their ugly eight-game losing streak and marked Toronto’s first win since February 3. The win came at a major cost, however, as Leafs captain Auston Matthews left the game in the second period following a controversial knee-on-knee collision with Radko Gudas. The boys break down the hit & discuss what discipline—if any—should come from the league.Meantime, the Leafs visit

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14:21

Max Scherzer Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/13

Future Hall of Fame pitcher Max Scherzer joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation on his return to the Toronto Blue Jays and the mentality that’s made him one of the fiercest competitors in professional sports.Scherzer discusses whether it was always Toronto in free agency, revealing that several teams were interested before ultimately deciding to return. He also shares a great family story about his daughter writing a letter to Santa asking for her dad to come back to

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1:02:03

Sliding Leafs Welcome Red-Hot Ducks ft. Joel Quenneville

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/12

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta tee up the Maple Leafs’ home date with the Anaheim Ducks. It’s been a brutal stretch for Toronto, who have dropped eight straight games and haven’t tasted victory since February 3rd. Can they finally get back in the win column against the Pacific Division leaders?Additionally, Pagnotta also dishes on Toronto’s trade deadline fallout. How close were the Leafs to moving Matthew Knies? And what went down with Bobby McMann?Also, Alberga & Jay Rosehill caught up with

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18:41

Joel Quenneville Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/12

Three-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Joel Quenneville joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill ahead of Anaheim Ducks visiting the Toronto Maple Leafs.Quenneville kicked things off by discussing what it’s been like returning to the NHL after a few years away and recently reaching the 1,000-win milestone behind the bench. He also shared the biggest lesson he’s learned about winning in this league over the course of his career.From there, “Q” broke down this year’s Ducks team—currently sitting

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13:39

Jean-Sébastien Giguère Interview

Leafs Morning Take ·

2026/03/11

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by 2003 Conn Smythe Trophy winner and former Maple Leaf J-S Giguere. First, Giggy weighs in on Toronto’s loss in Montreal, highlighting Joseph Woll’s sparkling performance. From there, the conversation shifts to the Leafs’ crease situation, where Giguere suggests the team actually has three formidable options moving forward—and that management could consider dealing whichever goalie would bring back the biggest return in a trade this summer. He also likes

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