Leafs Morning Take

Nick Alberga goes 1-on-1 with Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies ahead of the 2026-27 season.Knies takes us through his summer, his health after playing through a knee injury for much of last season, and the trade rumours that surrounded him throughout the offseason. He also discusses his early interactions with new head coach Jim Hiller, the next step he wants to take offensively, and his excitement about the new-look Leafs.Plus, Knies reflects on his experience living with John Tavares as a rookie and shares his advice for Gavin McKenna as the highly touted prospect prepares for his first season in Toronto.🚨 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+.👍🏼 Coca ColaReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Ron MacLean, host of Saturday Night Hockey, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the new NHL season.Ron previews what fans can expect from Saturday Night Hockey alongside Elliotte Friedman, Kevin Bieksa, and Colby Armstrong, while also reflecting on the transition from Hockey Night in Canada and the evolution of Saturday night hockey coverage.The conversation then turns to the Maple Leafs. Ron weighs in on Toronto’s offseason, calling John Chayka “maybe the most important pickup” for the organization. He also has plenty of praise for John Tavares and Gavin McKenna, including what he expects from the young phenom in his first NHL season.Plus, Ron identifies what he believes could be the biggest reason for a Leafs bounce-back season: the power play.🚨 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+.👍🏼 Coca ColaReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dissect all the Leafs-related content to come out of the NHL Media Tour in Vegas. Most notably, John Tavares revealed that Gavin McKenna will be living with him this season, just like Easton Cowan and Matthew Knies did years prior.The boys also follow up on Alberga’s reporting that Max Domi is expected to miss training camp and the start of the season — at the very least. Meantime, they preview the NHL Prospect Challenge in Gatineau and lay out the schedule for next week as the Maple Leafs get set to open training 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!

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are back to break down the latest Maple Leafs news and storylines ahead of the start of training camp next week First, the boys discuss Matthew Knies’ hole-in-one over the weekend and whether the Leafs winger has officially peaked on the golf course. They also dive into the Brendan Brisson signing and where the 2020 first-round pick fits into Toronto’s organization heading into the season — with the Marlies likely his next stop. Plus, the latest on Chris Tanev following his interview with Dave Feschuk. Tanev still hasn’t received medical clearance, but remains optimistic that he’ll be cleared before the start of camp. Finally, Darren Raddysh was spotted skating at the Ford Performance Centre in Leafs colours for the first time. Nick and Jay discuss the Toronto native, what he brings to the blue line, and what they expect from him in Year 1 with the Maple 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

On this Wednesday edition of Leafs Morning Take, hosted by Zack Phillips & Jay Rosehill, the boys dive into the Quinn Hughes contract discourse and whether the superstar defenceman could actually leave Minnesota.The guys also react to Bill Guerin’s comments on Hughes and Jay gives his thoughts on a former player and GM being so outspoken about management decisions.Plus, who will Gavin McKenna play with, and what will his rookie season look like?🚨 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!

On this Monday summer addition of Leafs Morning Take hosted by Zack Phillips & Jay Rosehill the guys dive into Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request and what it could mean for the Winnipeg Jets and the NHL trade market.Plus, the boys discuss a growing number of USA-born players asking to be moved, the impact of no-trade and modified no-trade clauses, and how much control players really have when it comes to their futures.They also break down Cale Makar’s record-setting contract and what the historic deal means for the NHL’s salary landscape moving forward.And finally, they discuss Gavin McKenna spending time in Muskoka with Mitch Marner and what that connection could mean for the future of the Toronto Maple 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+.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill dive into the NHL and Fanatics announcing plans to unveil “Hometown Remix” uniforms and apparel for all 32 NHL teams. What would the Leafs’ remix look like—and what would we want to see?Plus, John Tavares’ ongoing tax battle with the Canada Revenue Agency over the $15.25 million U.S. signing bonus he negotiated as part of his seven-year, $77 million U.S. contract to leave the New York Islanders and join the Leafs eight years ago.The boys also sift through what Morgan Rielly had to say about his summer and future in Toronto to the Toronto Star’s Dave Feschuk and the media at Hockey Night in Brampton.And finally, they give their thoughts on Daily Faceoff listing the Leafs as one of the five most improved teams in the NHL this summer.🚨 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!

Jay Downton, Co-Founder & CEO of The Nation Network, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to discuss the transition from TheLeafsNation to Daily Faceoff Toronto.Downton explains why he views the move as an evolution, what it means for Leafs fans, and why this represents the next chapter of The Nation Network.🚨 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!