Real Kyper & Bourne

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne talk all things Maple Leafs and NHL! Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 4-6 PM ET.

8 HR. AGO

The 4 Nations Face-Off Has Arrived

The 4 Nations Face-Off is finally here, and Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in Hockey Hall of Famer and Olympic Gold medalist Chris Pronger (1:32) to discuss international tournament dynamics. They get into the chemistry-building process on national squads, what to expect in terms of intensity, the state of Canadian hockey and more. Later, 4 Nations play-by-play announcer Chris Cuthbert (30:54) helps set the stage for the tournament's opening game between Canada and Sweden in Montreal tonight and reflects on the long-awaited return of international best-on-best hockey. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss how the tournament can boost hockey's popularity and the pressure on Team Canada to hit the ground running. 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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1 DAY AGO

Vally's View: In the Net at 4 Nations

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the hour with a chat about what to expect in terms of intensity from the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off. MSG Network's Steve Valiquette (4:52) joins the show to discuss Team Canada naming Jordan Binnington their starter, the pressure on Connor Hellebuyck, Canada's outlook in Game 1 against Sweden on Wednesday and more. Then, he weighs in on the Leafs' rumoured interest in Dylan Cozens and possible centre alternatives that would fit the lineup better. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam review sound from Team Canada head coach Jon Cooper's availability today. 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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2 DAYS AGO

Trade Risks and USA Without Hughes

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Jason Bukala (5:28) of Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet to discuss his overall expectations for the NHL's mid-season break for the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off, Team Canada's goaltenders, Drew Doughty returning from an injury and into the tournament and how the games will prepare Seth Jarvis for the upcoming Olympics. Then, he gets into trade risks for the Buffalo Sabres and Dylan Cozens, how scouts are used ahead of the trade deadline, and the number of assets a team needs to make a deal. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about Quinn Hughes not participating for Team USA, the American's line pairings, Sidney Crosby's participation, and whether Brad Marchand's performance impacts his future free agency. 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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2 DAYS AGO

Leafs Hour: Trade Targets + 4 Nations Forecast

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Super Bowl before looking back on the Leafs' 2-1 loss to the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday as they head into the 4 Nations Face-Off break. Then, they discuss whether now is the right time to make a trade, the Leafs' biggest need and who they should target at centre. Next, they share takeaways on the loaded-up second line, Max Domi's struggles and Morgan Rielly's strong road trip. Later, Gord Stellick (32:43) joins the show to weigh in on how the 4 Nations tournament can help participating Leafs, the lineup's tradeable pieces and Craig Berube's postseason outlook in Toronto. 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.

50 min
5 DAYS AGO

If the Jets Ain’t Broke...

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (3:45) to discuss whether the Winnipeg Jets are willing to deal at the trade deadline despite their strong success this season and the front office's "promise" to the core. Then, he gets into what's behind the Jets' power play's success, whether Mark Scheifele will slot in for Team Canada as an injury replacement, how Winnipeg has changed their locker room culture, and whether the Canucks can change the trajectory of their season after trading away J.T. Miller. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee go through Kyper's trade board and discuss who could be on the move ahead of the deadline. 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.

50 min
5 DAYS AGO

Leafs Hour: Streaking to the Break

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 3-1 road win over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night. They start with Anthony Stolarz's strong return and project how the Leafs will deploy the tandem come playoff time. Then, they discuss the debut of a Marner-Tavares-Nylander second line, Matthew Knies getting away with a high-stick goal and Bobby McMann staying hot on the road trip. Finally, they answer your calls on the Leafs Line! 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.

50 min
6 DAYS AGO

4 Nations Decisions + Kings Culture with Luc Robitaille

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome back Luc Robitaille (4:25) – Hockey Hall of Famer, and President of the L.A. Kings to chat about how Drew Doughty has fit back into the lineup after a lengthy stint on the shelf, the state of the Western Conference and the division his team is playing in, what the young defencemen Brandt Clarke brings to the table, and his expectations for the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee share their thoughts on Marcus Pettersson's extension becoming official with his new team in Vancouver, the outlook for the Canucks' defensive core, Quinn Hughes pending return, 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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6 DAYS AGO

Leafs Hour: Top Six Shake Up + Stolarz Returns

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Leafs' matchup against the Seattle Kraken. They discuss Anthony Stolarz's return to action and whether it's the right time, the new second-line combination of William Nylander, John Tavares and Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews' outlook without Marner as a linemate, Morgan Rielly moving off the power play and much more. Later, Kraken announcer John Forslund (32:59) shares where Seattle stands ahead of the 4 Nations break, their player development progress, returns on Kaapo Kakko and players who could be on the move as they approach the deadline. 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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Iowa hockey fan

Jan 4

Iowa Hockey Fan

I love Kyper’s take on things, top 3 all time 1. Don Cherry 2. Doug McLean
Uncle Colby!!

10/12/2024

socalpondhockey

Stoked the buds are back.
Listen to them every day

06/17/2024

jon muay thai

Listen to these every day from Ohio! And I don’t even care about the Maple Leafs!
Real kipper and Bourne

09/24/2024

barons4

JB’s analysis is excellent love Friday’s with Doug McLean When do you return present Leaf shows are awful no expertise!