Episodes
Vegas Golden Knights insider and radio colour commentator, Gary Lawless joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Golden Knights’ on the brink of history accomplishing their the franchise’s first Stanley Cup, the foundation built ranging from the inaugural season to the current roster, the wavering Conn Smythe Trophy vote and more.
Published 06/13/23
TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the latest around William Nylander’s contract and intentions to keep core together, Toronto businessman Michael Andlauer reaching a deal to in principle to buy Ottawa Senators and the ripple effect that could impact the team’s front office, Vegas Golden Knights on the cusp of making history to win the franchise’s first Stanley Cup and more
Published 06/13/23
In today's shortened edition of Leafs Lunch, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger about Michael Andlauer's agreement to buy the Senators. Then Julia and Al's Brother are joined by Golden Knights Insider Gary Lawless to discuss the feeling in Vegas with the team one win away from hoisting the Stanley Cup.
Published 06/13/23
NHL on ESPN Host, Arda Ocal joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the commencement of the Maple Leafs’ offseason, the path for William Nylander entering his final contract and how that would frame out to be, the decisions around the Core Four and the route Brad Treliving should take, the NHL ‘Backstory’ Podcast and the Vegas Golden Knights’ overpowering the Florida Panthers
Published 06/12/23
TSN Hockey Analyst, Mike Johnson joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights sitting one win away from their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, the Florida Panthers hobbling their way to the finish line, Matthew Tkachuk being the x-factor for the Panthers, how teams can channel and learn from Vegas’ structural success, Sheldon Keefe possibly sticking in the Maple Leafs scene and more
Published 06/12/23
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to ESPN's Arda Ocal about his outlook on the Leafs' offseason so far. Then Julia and Al's Brother examine William Nylander's contract situation and whether he will have an extension by training camp.
Published 06/12/23
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson to discuss whether the Panthers have any chance to keep the Stanley Cup Final alive against Vegas tomorrow night. Then Julia and AB list their top moments in Canadian sports history after Nick Taylor's RBC Canadian Open victory.
Published 06/12/23
Former NHL Head Coach, Dallas Eakins joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Maple Leafs' hiring Shane Doan onto to the front office staff and how the add is extremely imperative for the team, the Maple Leafs' chemistry essential for success, Florida Panthers' continuous determination succeeding against Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3 and more
Published 06/09/23
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by former NHL head coach Dallas Eakins to get his thoughts on Florida's OT victory to cut into the Golden Knights' series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into some of Shane Doan's comments on why he decided to join the Leafs' front office.
Published 06/09/23
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey insider Chris Johnston to break down the latest moves made around the league. Then Julia and Al's Brother examine which Canadian team is the closest to breaking the 30-year Stanley Cup drought.
Published 06/09/23
TSN Hockey Insider, Chris Johnston joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the reports of Shane Doan reportedly being hired by Brad Treliving and the Maple Leafs, Doan's managerial track record, the latest on the Ottawa Senators' bid, the Columbus Blue Jackets sign-and-trade for Damon Severson and the Panthers' comebacks throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Published 06/09/23
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by NHL Network analyst Bill Lindsay to discuss how the Panthers can claw their way back into the Stanley Cup Final. Then Julia and Al's Brother list which NHL stars could be on the move this summer in the Thursday Three-Pack.
Published 06/08/23
NHL Network Analyst Bill Lindsay joins Leafs Lunch to look ahead to Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. Lindsay shares his thoughts on why the Panthers' overzealous approach in Games 1 and 2 worked against them, why Aleksander Barkov needs to elevate his performance if the Panthers are hoping to get back into the series, what adjustments Florida can make to better insulate netminder Sergei Bobrovsky, and more.
Published 06/08/23
In the firsth our of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button about whether Patrick Roy could get another NHL head coaching gig after leading the Quebec Remparts to a Memorial Cup win. Then Julia and Al's Brother examine which pending UFA the Leafs should prioritize re-signing.
Published 06/08/23
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the latest news from around the NHL. Button shares his thoughts on why Patrick Roy saw his stock as head coach improve at the Memorial Cup, why the Panthers are facing an uphill battle to rally against the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final, Jack Eichel shedding some of the unflattering labels that have followed him throughout his career, and more.
Published 06/08/23
Managing Editor and Senior Writer for Daily Faceoff Matt Larkin joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the latest news from around the NHL. Larkin shares his thoughts on why new Leafs GM Brad Treliving could pursue blue line upgrades for Toronto, how Ivan Provorov fits with the Blue Jackets after being traded to Columbus, why a trade involving Pierre-Luc Dubois might be this summer’s equivalent of last year’s Matthew Tkachuk trade, and more.
Published 06/07/23
In the second hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano talk to DailyFacoff managing editor Matt Larkin about who has the potential to be the Matthew Tkachuk acquisition of the offseason. Then Julia and AB play another edition of Word Association Wednesday.
Published 06/07/23
In the first hour of the show, Julia Tocheri and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to get his thoughts on the Vegas Golden Knights' dominance in the Stanley Cup Final so far. Then Julia and Al's Brother get into whether the rebuilding Flyers are a potential trade fit for the Leafs.
Published 06/07/23
TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Stanley Cup Final as the series shifts back to Florida for Game 3. Corrado shares his thoughts on why the Golden Knights have been able to control large stretches of playing so far in the series, how Ivan Provorov fits with the Blue Jackets after being traded to Columbus yesterday, whether the Leafs and Flyers are a potential fit as trade partners, and more.
Published 06/07/23
SiriusXM Host and Former NHL goaltender Mike McKenna joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the performances of Sergei Bobrovsky and Adin Hill respectively during the Stanley Cup Final. McKenna shares his thoughts on why the Panthers have hung Bobrovsky out to dry through two games in the final, why Hill has been insulated well by a Golden Knights team that focuses on attention to detail, why he believes Joseph Woll has the potential to develop into one of the best goaltenders in the NHL, and more.
Published 06/06/23
In the second hour of the show, Mike DiStefano and Peter Holland talk to SiriusXM host about Adin Hill's impressive performance throughout the playoffs for the Golden Knights. Then AB and Holland examine some recent trends in the NHL to decide who's trending up and who's going down in the Tuesday Stock Exchange.
Published 06/06/23
TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Leafs Lunch to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights jumping out to a 2-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Dreger also shares his thoughts on how Ivan Barbashev has set himself up for a big payday this summer after a strong playoff performance, why Auston Matthews holds all of the leverage in extension talks with the Leafs, Cole Caufield opting to forego a potentially bigger payday to remain in Montreal, and more.
Published 06/06/23
In the first hour of the show, Mike DiStefano and Peter Holland are joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to discuss the Golden Knights' big win to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Then Al's Brother and Holland get into what a fair extension would look like for Auston Matthews and the Leafs.
Published 06/06/23
Blue Jackets Reporter for The Athletic Aaron Portzline joins Leafs Lunch to discuss Mike Babcock reportedly landing Columbus’ open head coaching position. Portzline shares his thoughts on why Babcock might’ve opted to return to the NHL instead of retiring, how Babcock might mesh with a youthful up-and-coming Blue Jackets roster, whether Columbus is expecting to take a significant leap forward this season, and more.
Published 06/05/23