Leafs Morning Take

David Pagnotta joined Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips to break down Mitch Marner’s OT heroics for Canada and what the Maple Leafs could be thinking as the March 6th NHL trade deadline approaches.Pagnotta touched on the surprise return of Chris Tanev to practice following the Olympic break, provided an update on Dakota Joshua’s injury status, and addressed the big question surrounding Morgan Rielly — is there any scenario where he’s dealt before the deadline? (Rielly is good to go after missing the final two games before the break.) With Toronto sitting six points out and 25 games left, Pagnotta dives into what management could be thinking as crunch time looms. He also weighs the futures of Bobby McMann and Scott Laughton — are they more likely to be moved, or re-signed?Plenty of deadline intrigue, roster speculation, and insight from one of the best in the business.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & Zack Phillips break down a wild day at the Milan Games, headlined by Canada’s thrilling 4-3 OT win over Czechia. Former Maple Leaf Mitch Marner — often criticized for not delivering in the biggest moments — silenced the noise (at least temporarily) by burying the OT winner. The goal set off a social media frenzy, with the hockey world — including Roberto Luongo, Chris Pronger, Mark Stone, and Jon Cooper — taking playful jabs at the Maple Leafs.Meanwhile, Leafs captain Auston Matthews picked up an assist on Quinn Hughes’ OT winner as USA edged Sweden 2-1 to punch their ticket to the semifinals. With the loss, William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson are officially heading home.Back in Toronto, the Maple Leafs returned to the ice ahead of next Wednesday’s return to action. The boys react to encouraging updates, including Dakota Joshua, Morgan Rielly, and even Chris Tanev skating again.Plus, NHL Insider David Pagnotta joins the show to discuss Toronto’s looming March 6 trade deadline plans and what this stretch run could look like coming out of the break.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/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 the latest from the men’s Olympic hockey tournament, with plenty of Maple Leafs flavour. William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson suit up for Sweden as they battle Latvia on Tuesday. A win would punch Sweden’s ticket to the quarterfinals — and set up a must-watch showdown with Auston Matthews and United States.Meanwhile, Canada awaits its quarterfinal opponent, drawing either Czechia or Denmark on Wednesday.The boys also dive into the heated Crinon/Wilson altercation that led to the French Ice Hockey Federation banning Crinon for the remainder of the tournament. Plus, they highlight Matthews’ red-hot performance so far and what it could mean for both Team USA’s medal hopes and the Toronto Maple Leafs down the stretch.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga, Jay Rosehill, and Zack Phillips break down Canada’s emphatic 5-0 beatdown of Czechia in its Milan Games opener. Additionally, they preview the second half of the back-to-back as Canada tangles with Switzerland.They also zero in on the Leafs contingent at the Games — Auston Matthews captaining Team USA and the Swedish duo of William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Speaking of Nylander, he missed another practice on Thursday. While there’s been no official confirmation, it’s clear he’s still managing that lingering groin issue. The guys discuss the level of concern and what it could mean for both Sweden and Toronto down the stretch.Plus, former Canadian Olympic gold medalist and Maple Leafs legend Curtis Joseph stops by to share his thoughts on the tournament and the Maple Leafs as well.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Former NHL goaltender and Maple Leafs icon Curtis Joseph joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Team Canada’s strong start at the Milan Games and what he’s seeing from Jordan Binnington between the pipes. Joseph called Canada’s opener “flawless,” praising Binnington’s swagger, puck-handling, and ability to rise to the moment when doubted. He explained why confidence is everything for a goaltender, why he’d give Logan Thompson a look in a back-to-back scenario, and why having two goalies ready to go is crucial in a short tournament.Former NHL goaltender and Maple Leafs icon Curtis Joseph joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Team Canada’s strong start at the Milan Games and what he’s seeing from Jordan Binnington between the pipes. Joseph called Canada’s opener “flawless,” praising Binnington’s swagger, puck-handling, and ability to rise to the moment when doubted. He explained why confidence is everything for a goaltender, why he’d give Logan Thompson a look in a back-to-back scenario, and why having two goalies ready to go is crucial in a short tournament. Cujo also reflected on what it means to have NHL players back on the Olympic stage, sharing stories about being around legends like Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux and how those experiences elevate younger stars. The conversation shifted to the Maple Leafs, where Joseph emphasized the importance of consistent, healthy goaltending from Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll if Toronto hopes to make noise in tight, playoff-style games. The interview wrapped with Joseph addressing the Leafs’ uphill climb — six points out with 25 games remaining — and delivering a message of belief. He says this team is tougher, built for 2-1 and 3-2 hockey, and if they get in, they can surprise people.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga, Jay Rosehill & Zack Phillips tee up the men’s hockey tournament at the Milan Games as best-on-best hype hits a fever pitch. The Leafs will have three representatives on the big stage — William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson for Sweden, and Auston Matthews for Team USA, where the Leafs captain was officially named Team USA captain. The boys break down projected line combos, matchups to watch, and what it all means for Leafs/Canadian fans as the tournament gets set to drop the puck.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill hit pause at the Olympic break to assess where the Maple Leafs - who enter the break six points out of a playoff spot with 25 games left - really stand. The boys debate what the Leafs should do ahead of the March 6th trade deadline, whether Easton Cowan would benefit from spending the break in the AHL, and which players stand to gain the most from the time off. Plus, former NHLer & TSN Leafs analyst Anthony Stewart stops by to weigh in on the state of the Leafs & the road ahead.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Former NHLer & TSN Leafs Analyst Anthony Stewart joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto heading into the Olympic break. With the Leafs riding a three-game win streak but still sitting six points back with 25 games to go, Stewart weighed in on whether he’s starting to believe again — and why the goaltending has caught his eye.Stewart also identified the most catchable team in the standings, detailed what he thinks Brad Treliving’s trade deadline approach should look like, and made it clear the Leafs should re-sign Bobby McMann — not trade him. The conversation wrapped with a candid look at what could happen if Toronto misses the playoffs, with Stewart predicting jobs would be lost.After a couple of deep exhales, Stewart closed by planting his flag: he believes the Leafs WILL make the Stanley Cup Playoffs.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill are joined by NHL Insider David Pagnotta to break down a pivotal moment for the Maple Leafs. With today’s Olympic trade freeze looming, the boys ask Pagnotta whether Toronto is expected to make any last-minute moves and what the organization’s broader game plan looks like ahead of the March 6 trade deadline.The Leafs have won three straight, but remain five points out of a playoff spot with 25 games to go — leaving plenty of tough decisions on the table. The conversation hits on Bobby McMann’s value, the futures of Brad Treliving and Craig Berube, Morgan Rielly’s situation, and how aggressive (or patient) Toronto can afford to be.#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+.👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/👍🏼LevelWear: https://www.levelwear.com/Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!