Leafs Morning Take

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If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.  This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 49 MINS AGO

    Season Over for Matthews, Woll & Stolarz Kill Tank Dreams ft. Peter Laviolette

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down an impressive weekend for the Maple Leafs. Despite being without their captain, Toronto picked up three of a possible four points, falling 3–2 in a shootout in Buffalo before bouncing back with a 4–2 win in Minnesota. The boys dive into the strong goaltending that powered the results, as Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz both delivered standout performances between the pipes. They also dissect the fallout from Auston Matthews’ injury news & Radko Gudas being handed a five-game suspension for the hit. Plus, longtime NHL bench boss Peter Laviolette drops by the show to dish on the circus. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT 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+.  👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min

  2. 57 MINS AGO

    Peter Laviolette Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Peter Laviolette to break down the fallout from the Radko Gudas knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews. Laviolette weighs in on the incident itself, what he expects from his team in terms of a response when a superstar gets targeted, and his thoughts on the league handing Gudas a five-game suspension. The former Stanley Cup–winning bench boss also offers insight into what Craig Berube and the Maple Leafs coaching staff are going through right now, drawing parallels to the adversity he experienced behind the bench in New York last season. Laviolette explains how coaches try to block out the outside noise and focus on the job at hand during difficult stretches. Plus, he opens up about what he’s looking for in his next head coaching opportunity. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Of Course It's Gudas: Leafs Snap Skid, Lose Matthews to Dirty Knee-on-Knee ft. Max Scherzer

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 6–4 win over the Anaheim Ducks, a victory that snapped their ugly eight-game losing streak and marked Toronto’s first win since February 3. The win came at a major cost, however, as Leafs captain Auston Matthews left the game in the second period following a controversial knee-on-knee collision with Radko Gudas. The boys break down the hit & discuss what discipline—if any—should come from the league. Meantime, the Leafs visit Buffalo & Minnesota this weekend, so you will get a full preview of that. Plus, hear from future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer, who stops by the show once again to talk about his return to the Blue Jays, leadership, accountability, and the pressure of playing in Toronto. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT 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+.  👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m

  4. 3D AGO

    Max Scherzer Interview

    Future Hall of Fame pitcher Max Scherzer joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation on his return to the Toronto Blue Jays and the mentality that’s made him one of the fiercest competitors in professional sports. Scherzer discusses whether it was always Toronto in free agency, revealing that several teams were interested before ultimately deciding to return. He also shares a great family story about his daughter writing a letter to Santa asking for her dad to come back to the Blue Jays. From there, Max reflects on the club’s heartbreaking Game 7 loss in the World Series and why he believes there’s still unfinished business in Toronto. The conversation also touches on Scherzer’s spring debut, where he’s at physically, and the plan moving forward as he prepares for another season. Known for his legendary intensity, Scherzer dives into what accountability and leadership mean to him—something that naturally leads to a discussion about the pressure that comes with playing in Toronto, especially for teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs. With Toronto’s leaders taking plenty of heat this season, Scherzer explains how great competitors stay confident, motivated, and hungry when their team is struggling. The guys also compare Scherzer’s relentless edge to longtime NHL agitator Corey Perry, and Max talks about the pride he takes in still competing like a bulldog at 41. Plus, Scherzer reflects on what ultimately clicked inside the Blue Jays clubhouse last season after a slow start, the importance of culture for teams expected to win, and why he’d love to get out to a Leafs game in April to see Alex Ovechkin play in Toronto—potentially for the final time. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  5. 4D AGO

    Sliding Leafs Welcome Red-Hot Ducks ft. Joel Quenneville

    Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta tee up the Maple Leafs’ home date with the Anaheim Ducks. It’s been a brutal stretch for Toronto, who have dropped eight straight games and haven’t tasted victory since February 3rd. Can they finally get back in the win column against the Pacific Division leaders? Additionally, Pagnotta also dishes on Toronto’s trade deadline fallout. How close were the Leafs to moving Matthew Knies? And what went down with Bobby McMann? Also, Alberga & Jay Rosehill caught up with Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville. Q discusses getting back behind the bench, reaching the 1000-win milestone, and what’s driving this surprising Ducks team. We’ll play the full interview on the show. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m

  6. 4D AGO

    Joel Quenneville Interview

    Three-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Joel Quenneville joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill ahead of Anaheim Ducks visiting the Toronto Maple Leafs. Quenneville kicked things off by discussing what it’s been like returning to the NHL after a few years away and recently reaching the 1,000-win milestone behind the bench. He also shared the biggest lesson he’s learned about winning in this league over the course of his career. From there, “Q” broke down this year’s Ducks team—currently sitting atop the Pacific Division—including the impact of acquiring veteran defenseman John Carlson. He also talked about accountability in today’s NHL, his neutral stance on iPads on the bench, and what he’s seen from the Leafs from the outside looking in. Additionally, Quenneville explained why he views the Atlantic as the toughest division in hockey right now—partly due to years of teams loading up and the expected turnover that follows. He also weighed in on the pressure that comes with playing in the Toronto market before previewing Anaheim’s matchup with the Leafs and why facing struggling teams late in the season can be deceptively tricky. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min

  7. 5D AGO

    Jean-Sébastien Giguère Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by 2003 Conn Smythe Trophy winner and former Maple Leaf J-S Giguere. First, Giggy weighs in on Toronto’s loss in Montreal, highlighting Joseph Woll’s sparkling performance. From there, the conversation shifts to the Leafs’ crease situation, where Giguere suggests the team actually has three formidable options moving forward—and that management could consider dealing whichever goalie would bring back the biggest return in a trade this summer. He also likes the idea of Toronto attempting to rebuild on the fly. When asked about what led to the Leafs’ downfall this season, Giguere points directly at leadership, noting that at the end of the day players still have to play. He believes Auston Matthews could use more help in leading the team. Giguere also reflects on his time in Toronto, what it was like playing on a losing team, and how he handled difficult situations behind the scenes. Lastly, he touches on the pressure of the Toronto media market and what it’s really like to play in the city—something he says he truly enjoyed. #LeafsForever #LeafsMorningTake 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼Tim Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  8. 5D AGO

    Leafs May Never Win Again, Matthews May Never Score Again ft. Jean-Sébastien Giguère

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s 3–1 loss in Montreal as the Leafs’ skid hits eight straight games. Plus, former Leafs netminder Jean-Sébastien Giguère joins the show to talk about the crease in Toronto, Woll’s fantastic performance, and what needs to change for the Leafs moving forward. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT 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+. 👍🏼TIm Hortons: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollup 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.  This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    The Nation Network
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    971
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