Leafs Morning Take

The Nation Network

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. 4 HR AGO

    Carter Hutton Interview

    Carter Hutton joined Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta to break down a chaotic weekend for the Maple Leafs. The former NHL netminder weighed in on Craig Berube’s pointed postgame comments following the 4-3 OT loss to Carolina—specifically the “we need a save” remark directed at Joseph Woll. Hutton offered a goalie’s perspective on whether that criticism was fair or if it crossed the line, and what that kind of public callout does inside a locker room—does it spark motivation or breed frustration? He also discussed Anthony Stolarz’s scary moment in Ottawa, leaving warmups after taking a William Nylander shot to the neck, and explained just how vulnerable that area is for goaltenders. From there, Hutton touched on Berube’s future behind the bench, what Toronto should do with its crease this offseason, and the player mindset when talk shifts to shutting things down late in a lost season. #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+. 👍🏼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.

    12 min
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Pete DeBoer Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Pete DeBoer for an in-depth conversation on the state of the Maple Leafs. DeBoer breaks down what he believes has gone wrong in Toronto, weighs in on the Gudas/Matthews knee-on-knee incident and the team’s response, and backs Craig Berube’s handling of the situation. He also dives into the importance of accountability in today’s NHL and shares how he approaches maintaining standards inside the locker room. Plus, DeBoer reflects on his Olympic experience, what he learned from it, and how coaches continue to evolve. He discusses the challenge of motivating a team late in the season, especially in the Leafs’ current position, and outlines what he’s looking for in his next coaching opportunity—making it clear he’s open to anything. #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.

    20 min
  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    Keaton Verhoeff Interview

    Projected lottery pick and University of North Dakota blueliner Keaton Verhoeff joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down his journey and what lies ahead. Verhoeff kicked things off by reflecting on his NCAA season and how he’s evaluated his own play, while also looking ahead after his squad’s tough exit in the Frozen Faceoff semifinals. He also touched on his experience representing Canada men's national junior ice hockey team at the World Juniors, and what he learned from competing on that stage. From there, Verhoeff dove into his identity as a player — detailing his brand, style, and what he hopes NHL scouts see when they watch him. Naturally, the conversation shifted to the draft, including whether he keeps tabs on the NHL standings and what it would mean to potentially be selected by a Canadian market. Growing up a fan of the Edmonton Oilers, Verhoeff also shared his thoughts on the current state of the Toronto Maple Leafs, emphasizing the importance of team culture. He weighed in on the hot-button topic surrounding Radko Gudas’ hit on Auston Matthews, offering his perspective on how he would respond in a similar situation involving a teammate. To wrap things up, Verhoeff looked ahead to where he sees himself in five years, discussed whether he believes he’s NHL-ready, and shared his thoughts on fellow prospect Matthew Schaefer. #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.

    16 min

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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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