Leafs Morning Take

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 his Olympic experience, what he learned from it, and how coaches continue to evolve. He discusses the challenge of motivating a team late in the season, especially in the Leafs’ current position, and outlines what he’s looking for in his next coaching opportunity—making it clear he’s open to anything.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️ / @theleafsnation401SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

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!🚨➡️  / @theleafsnation401  SHOUTOUT 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 available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more.

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 that stage.From there, Verhoeff dove into his identity as a player — detailing his brand, style, and what he hopes NHL scouts see when they watch him. Naturally, the conversation shifted to the draft, including whether he keeps tabs on the NHL standings and what it would mean to potentially be selected by a Canadian market. Growing up a fan of the Edmonton Oilers, Verhoeff also shared his thoughts on the current state of the Toronto Maple Leafs, emphasizing the importance of team culture. He weighed in on the hot-button topic surrounding Radko Gudas’ hit on Auston Matthews, offering his perspective on how he would respond in a similar situation involving a teammate.To wrap things up, Verhoeff looked ahead to where he sees himself in five years, discussed whether he believes he’s NHL-ready, and shared his thoughts on fellow prospect Matthew Schaefer.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️ / @theleafsnation401SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

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!🚨➡️  / @theleafsnation401  SHOUTOUT 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 available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more.

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, detailing what makes the Hamilton native such a unique and exciting talent—especially ahead of his his first NHL game in Toronto.To wrap things up, Evason opens up about his future behind an NHL bench and what he’s prioritizing as he looks ahead to his next opportunity.#LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️ / @theleafsnation401SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

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 being handed a five-game suspension for the hit. Plus, longtime NHL bench boss Peter Laviolette drops by the show to dish on the circus.🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨➡️  / @theleafsnation401  SHOUTOUT 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 available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more.