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. 3 DAYS AGO

    Peter Mansbridge Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill welcome legendary Canadian news icon Peter Mansbridge to the show for a wide-ranging conversation on his beloved Maple Leafs. Mansbridge doesn’t mince words when asked to write the “headline” for the 2025–26 season: MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT. From there, the discussion dives into who’s ultimately responsible for the mess, how much weight injuries should actually carry, and what the messaging should be at season’s end—especially after last year’s “DNA change” mantra. They also get into Mansbridge’s unique perspective on Keith Pelley and what drives his leadership style, before shifting to the futures of Craig Berube and Brad Treliving amid mounting pressure. Plus, a deep dive into the core: what comes next for Auston Matthews and William Nylander—with particular focus on Matthews and the expectations that come with being the face of the franchise. #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.

    16 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Dave Feschuk Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by Dave Feschuk of The Toronto Star to break down the Maple Leafs’ surprising 4-2 win in Boston. While the result may not help Toronto’s draft positioning, the guys discuss the team’s strong effort and growing commitment to sticking up for one another—and how that’s resonating. Feschuk weighs in on Easton Cowan’s immediate response to Nikita Zadorov’s questionable hit on John Tavares, plus offers his early assessment of Cowan’s rookie campaign. From there, the conversation shifts to the big picture: a pivotal offseason ahead, uncertainty surrounding who will be calling the shots, Brad Treliving’s future, and the possibility of a blockbuster trade. They also dive into Matthew Knies’ outlook (and why Feschuk believes he’ll be back), whether there’s any scenario where Craig Berube sticks around, and what Feschuk’s top priority would be if he were running the Leafs this summer. #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.

    17 min

  3. 6 DAYS 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

  4. 19 MAR

    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

  5. 18 MAR

    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

  6. 17 MAR

    Dean Evason Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by veteran NHL head coach Dean Evason for a loaded conversation. Evason kicks things off by weighing in on the Radko Gudas suspension and the fallout from the knee-on-knee with Auston Matthews. He explains why he felt the punishment was light and shares his candid thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ initial lack of response—plus how he expects his own teams to handle moments like that. With the Islanders in town, Evason also breaks down Matthew Schaefer’s game, detailing what makes the Hamilton native such a unique and exciting talent—especially ahead of his his first NHL game in Toronto. To wrap things up, Evason opens up about his future behind an NHL bench and what he’s prioritizing as he looks ahead to his next 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.

    15 min

  7. 16 MAR

    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

  8. 13 MAR

    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
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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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    The Nation Network
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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