Leafs Morning Take

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill react to the latest buzz out of Toronto that has Mats Sundin connected to a potential role within the Maple Leafs’ new management structure. What could that mean for the direction of the franchise, and how involved might the former captain be?They also weigh in on Sunny Mehta, who was believed to be on Toronto’s radar, ultimately landing with the New Jersey Devils as their new GM — and what that says about the Leafs’ search process.Plus, the guys continue to pick apart the key takeaways from locker clean-out day as more layers are peeled back from a disappointing season. To round things out, David Alter of The Hockey News stops by to share his insights.🚨 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+. 👍🏼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 & David Pagnotta kick off the post-mortem on a disastrous 2025–26 Maple Leafs season following Toronto’s 3-1 loss to Ottawa in Game 82. With the curtain officially down, the guys start dissecting what went wrong, from roster construction to organizational dysfunction, while taking a hard look at Keith Pelley’s role in the chaos. They also dive into the biggest takeaways from locker clean-out day, reacting to what players and Craig Berube had to say about a season that never met expectations—and what it all means for a pivotal offseason 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+. 👍🏼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 tee up Game 82 as the Toronto Maple Leafs close out a brutal, disappointing season with a visit to Ottawa. With plenty of uncertainty surrounding the organization, the guys dive into what could potentially be Craig Berube’s final game behind the bench—and possibly Morgan Rielly’s last game in blue and white as well. It’s also the end of an era in the broadcast booth, as legendary voice Joe Bowen is set to call the final game of his iconic career.Plus, Nick & Jay catch up with Bo Groulx to discuss his brief NHL call-up, the emotion of returning to the league, and the upcoming Calder Cup Playoffs.🚨 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+. 👍🏼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 caught up with Bo Groulx for an in-depth conversation as the Marlies gear up for the playoffs. Groulx kicks things off with a status check on the team before reflecting on his emotional NHL call-up earlier this season — including who he called first and what the moment meant after nearly 700 days between games.He looks back on his 13-game stint with the Leafs, what clicked during that stretch, and why he felt he was able to find success. Groulx also opens up about being sent back down for roster management reasons, sharing how the organization handled the conversation and his mindset moving forward.The discussion also touches on Easton Cowan’s expected arrival for the Marlies’ playoff run, as well as the growth of goaltenders Dennis Hildeby and Artur Akhtyamov. Groulx reflects on his relationship with his father, Benoit, and the impact he’s had on his career, plus details from the team’s mentors trip and how things left off with the Leafs.🚨 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/👍🏼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 a wild 6-5 loss to Dallas in Toronto’s home finale, a chaotic back-and-forth game that perfectly sums up this rollercoaster season. With the defeat, the Leafs remain in the NHL’s bottom five, so the guys dive into the latest on the tank watch and what it all means moving forward. Plus, it was an emotional night at Scotiabank Arena as legendary voice Joe Bowen called his final home game before retiring later this week. Bowen stops by to reflect on his incredible journey, share some unforgettable moments, and discuss the emotions surrounding his final calls.🚨 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+. 👍🏼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 and Jay Rosehill are joined by legendary voice Joe Bowen following an emotional final home broadcast. Bowen reflects on the significance of the night, the weight of calling his “lasts,” and the journey that defined his iconic career. He shares stories from his long-time partnership with Jim Ralph and discusses traveling again for the season finale after years away.Bowen also offers thoughtful advice for whoever follows in his footsteps—while admitting he’d love to see his son David get the opportunity, even if nothing is guaranteed. To close, he delivers a heartfelt message to Leafs Nation: “You’ll never walk alone if you’re a Leaf fan.”🚨 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/👍🏼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 & guest co-host Bruce Boudreau break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 6-2 loss to the Florida Panthers. Also, the boys look ahead to the home finale against the Dallas Stars, while also diving into the latest buzz surrounding the Leafs’ GM search, injury updates, and where things stand in the race to the bottom of the standings.Plus, former Leafs GM and longtime NHL broadcaster Gord Stellick stops by to share his insight on the organization’s direction and what comes next.🚨 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+. 👍🏼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.

Gord Stellick joins Nick Alberga and guest co-host Bruce Boudreau for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of the Maple Leafs.Gordo dives into the debate around the most disappointing Leaf this season before breaking down Toronto’s “impressive loss” to a watered-down Florida Panthers lineup. He also explains why he’s wary of the Leafs landing a top-five pick this year, citing the risk tied to next year’s unprotected selection.Additionally, Stellick weighs in on whether there are any parallels to the Ballard era and delivers a strong take — calling this the most disappointing season in franchise history, even if it’s not the worst team.The conversation wraps with thoughts on the Leafs’ GM search, including a name Bruce Boudreau believes could be in the mix, plus a tribute to legendary broadcaster Joe Bowen ahead of his final game.🚨 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/👍🏼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!