The Toronto Maple Leafs go up 2-0 in their second-round series after defeating the Florida Panthers 4-3 at home. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss Max Pacioretty's leadership, the team's defensive buy-in and their power play adjustments. Then, they evaluate the core with William Nylander leading the charge offensively and Auston Matthews locking up defensively. Finally, they look back on the Leafs' response to Sam Bennett, questionable officiating and the Scotiabank Arena crowd getting rowdy.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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50:28
Leafs Take Game 1 vs. Panthers, Lose Stolarz
The Toronto Maple Leafs survive a late rally from the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of Round 2, winning 5-4 at home. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee, and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss Max Pacioretty's impact on the second line, an encouraging start, and the blue line adding on offensively. Then, they analyze Sam Bennett's hit on Anthony Stolarz before the Leafs' goalie had to exit the game, the power play going back to Morgan Rielly and Matthew Knies evolving into a star.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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43:02
Leafs Clinch Battle of Ontario in a Clencher
The Toronto Maple Leafs advance through Round One, defeating the Ottawa Senators 4-2 in Game 6. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss Leafs Nation's feeling of relief, Max Pacioretty stepping up after the decision to dress him was questioned, increased confidence in the blue line, the core contributing in the closeout stage, and much more! Then, they look ahead to the Leafs' Round Two matchup against the Florida Panthers.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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48:30
Buds Blanked & Bewildered in Game 5
The Toronto Maple Leafs get shut out 4-0 to the Ottawa Senators in what could have been a series-clinching Game 5. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the loss and discuss the Leafs' closeout demons coming to the forefront, Auston Matthews' mistake-filled game, what to do in net for Game 6, depth scoring starting to go dry and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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31:06
Sens Survive To See Game 5
The Toronto Maple Leafs fall short of the sweep, losing 4-3 to the Ottawa Senators in overtime. JD Bunkis, Sam McKee and Justin Bourne break down the game and discuss John Tavares's importance, Matthew Knies' dominant play, a shaky game from Anthony Stolarz and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.