Leafs Morning Take

With NHL free agency just around the corner, NHL insider David Pagnotta joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a comprehensive Toronto Maple Leafs preview.How active will Brad Treliving and the Leafs be over the next few days? Pagnotta explains why Toronto has been one of the NHL's busiest teams behind the scenes, with multiple irons in the fire, including continued trade discussions involving Morgan Rielly.The guys also dive into the growing Sergei Bobrovsky-to-Toronto buzz, why the veteran goaltender is viewed as a legitimate option, and whether the Leafs have the cap flexibility to make it happen.Plus, they discuss the latest Zach Werenski trade speculation, what Toronto would have to give up to land the star defenceman, and which free agents could make sense for the Leafs on July 1. David also weighs in on Boone Jenner, Mason Marchment, Eeli Tolvanen, and the intriguing possibility of Patrick Kane ending up in Toronto.Don't miss this loaded free agency preview packed with the latest Leafs intel and NHL rumors.🚨 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+.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 Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2026 draft class, with scouts and media alike praising the organization’s haul. The boys dive into the Brandon Carlo trade and unpack John Chayka’s post-draft comments on free agency and what could be coming next for the Leafs.They also explore some of the biggest offseason questions facing Toronto, including the possibility of a trade for Zach Werenski and whether Patrick Kane could become a free agency target if he hits the market.Plus, Leafs second-round pick and Kitchener defenceman Alex Bilecki stops by to talk about his draft experience and what’s next in his development.🚨 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 available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.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.

Fresh off winning the Memorial Cup and hearing his name called by his hometown team, Maple Leafs second-round pick Alex Bilecki joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill. The Mississauga native reflects on the whirlwind journey to Toronto, why he had a feeling the Leafs were interested, the relationship he built with the organization leading up to the draft, and why winning a championship helped prepare him for this next chapter. Bilecki also discusses his playing style, areas he wants to improve, growing up a Leafs fan, getting a congratulatory call from Mats Sundin, modeling parts of his game after Shea Theodore, and his excitement for development camp.🚨 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

It's finally here. Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview one of the biggest days in recent Maple Leafs history as Toronto gets set to make the first overall pick in the NHL Draft, with Gavin McKenna widely expected to be the selection.The boys break down everything Maple Leafs GM John Chayka had to say ahead of the draft, discuss what it could mean for the organization's direction moving forward, and sift through the latest Leafs news, rumours, and trade chatter.Plus, Pierre McGuire stops by to preview the draft from Toronto's perspective. With Pierre set to co-host pre- and post-draft coverage alongside The Sheet's Jeff Marek, he shares his insight on what to expect from the Leafs and the rest of what promises to be a fascinating opening night of the NHL Draft.🚨 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+. 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 the 2026 NHL Draft with the incomparable Pierre McGuire.McGuire breaks down why he believes this year's draft is top-heavy before detailing what Maple Leafs fans should expect from presumptive first-overall pick Gavin McKenna. He explains why McKenna should be in the Calder Trophy conversation as a rookie, compares his ceiling to Patrick Kane, and discusses why Toronto's current core is the perfect environment for the young star to thrive.Additionally, McGuire weighs in on another player the Leafs reportedly like in Chase Reid, assesses Carson Carels' game, and shares his thoughts on whether he would ever consider trading Matthew Knies.The conversation also touches on Jim Hiller's surprising hiring as head coach, why McGuire liked the Darren Raddysh acquisition, how the Leafs are addressing one of their biggest organizational weaknesses, the state of Toronto's goaltending, and, finally, the one player he would be calling about immediately if he were GM John Chayka: Mason McTavish.🚨 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down the Alex Tuch trade to Washington and what it means for an already thinning NHL free-agent market. They also discuss the latest surrounding Matthew Knies as the trade rumours continue to swirl, plus separate fact from fiction on the Sergei Bobrovsky-to-Toronto buzz. As always, Pagnotta shares the latest intel on what John Chayka and the Maple Leafs are up to ahead of a busy stretch. Plus, fresh off helping the Toronto Marlies capture the Calder Cup, forward Michael Pezzetta stops by to reflect on the championship run, returning home to Toronto, and what's next.🚨 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Fresh off winning the Calder Cup, Toronto Marlies forward Michael Pezzetta joins Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to relive an unforgettable championship run. Pezzetta says every kid dreams of winning the Stanley Cup, and that capturing the Calder Cup is the next best thing in professional hockey. He reflects on celebrating with family and friends, reveals his championship meal (his mom's lasagna), and explains what it meant to accomplish it all in his hometown of Toronto.Pezzetta shares what the championship meant to the city, why the Coca-Cola Coliseum atmosphere was electric throughout the playoffs, and why he believes Toronto will be "absolutely bananas" the day the Maple Leafs finally win it all.The conversation also dives into John Gruden's impact behind the bench, what made Mark Giordano such an important leader, Artur Akhtyamov's remarkable playoff run, Easton Cowan's growth, and Ben Danford's bright future.Plus, as a Toronto native who got to wear the blue and white, Pezzetta offers some advice for fellow hometown product Darren Raddysh as he begins his own Maple Leafs journey—including the reality of managing those ticket requests.🚨 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta react to a busy Tuesday around the NHL as trade chatter ramps up ahead of Friday's NHL Draft.What exactly are John Chayka & the Maple Leafs up to? The boys sift through the latest rumours and speculation surrounding Toronto, including reports that the Leafs are shopping Brandon Carlo. Plus, according to Darren Dreger, Morgan Rielly's camp has submitted a list of four Western based teams that he would be willing to waive his no-movement clause for.With the rumour mill in overdrive, the boys debate what it all means, what Toronto's next move could be, and how active the Leafs might get over the next few days.Additionally, The Sheet's Jeff Marek drops by to preview the NHL Draft, discuss Gavin McKenna, and weigh in on what he thinks Chayka and company could have up their sleeve as a pivotal week for the organization continues.🚨 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!