Episodes
PGA Tour Caddie for U.S. Open Champion Gary Woodland and Mike Weir, Brennan Little joined Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off The Tee to discuss the evolution of Jon Rahm on and off the course and how impressive the quality of play from Canadian golfers is in recent years (11:36). Former Canadiens Georges Laraque shares if he was surprised if the Habs were able to take down the Golden Knights and clinch a Stanley Cup Final berth, how much credit does general manager Marc Bergevin have in...
Published 06/26/21
Rick Young joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt for RBC Off The Tee to discuss the 2021 U.S. Open, Torrey Pines being opened to the public, and the chance for adding more golf courses around Canada (6:15). Former NBAer and Fisk University Men’s Basketball Team Head Coach Kenny Anderson stops by to discuss Trae Young’s outstanding performances in his first playoffs, Doc Rivers’ level of consistency to bring the best out of his players, and the Clippers getting past the Utah Jazz without their...
Published 06/19/21
Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off The Tee discuss the reopening of the province of Ontario, how are golf clubs handling the abundance of tee time requests and Jon Rahm being forced to withdraw at the Memorial Tournament following a positive COVID-19 test (3:41). Former NBA head coach and general manager Stu Jackson weighs in on Kevin Durant’s scuffle with P.J. Tucker, if the Bucks can make a comeback in their series against the Nets, and the rejuvenation of Chris Paul on the Suns team...
Published 06/12/21
Former Canadian pro golfer Graham DeLaet joined Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to discuss the Memorial Tournament and the wave of great Canadian golfers in the PGA and LPGA Tour [7:31]. Former NHLer Sean Avery chats the Toronto Maple Leafs disappointing postseason, their lack of strength in the bottom six and his life after hockey [28:21]. Joey catches up with The Tragically Hip’s Robbie Baker to talk about their upcoming performance at the Junos and The Hip’s use of...
Published 06/05/21
Chief Sport Officer of Golf Canada Kevin Blue joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt for RBC Off The Tee to discuss the path for Canada’s national golf team in the upcoming Summer Olympics, difference in training between U.S.’s program and Canada’s, and the rise of Canadian golfers across all PGA Tours (5:48). Quentin Richardson Former NBA player and co-host of “Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles” weighs in on the recent incidents between NBA players and fans including Russell...
Published 05/29/21
Copetown Woods Golf Club’s Barry Forth joins Joey Vendetta on RBC Off the Tee to discuss how they were creating ways to stay open without golf, the reopening courses in Ontario, and the best advice for new golfers (9:04). NHL reporter and co-host of “DFO Rundown Podcast” Frank Seravalli weighs in on if the league has gotten dirtier, Nick Foligno fighting Corey Perry following hit on John Tavares, and if he’ll work with ESPN or TNT Sports in the future (26:26). 2x Stanley Cup Champion Dave...
Published 05/22/21
CEO of the PGA of Canada Kevin Thistle joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to discuss Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s recent comments on golf courses during the extended stay-at-home order and the growing diversity in the sport of golf (8:14). Raptors super fan Nav Bhatia chats about being the first fan honouree in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the moment he received the news (27:07). Toronto Star’s Doug Smith chimes in on the Raptors’ focus to next year, their...
Published 05/15/21
2-Time PGA Tour Canada Champion Taylor Pendrith joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to discuss the pause on playing golf in Ontario, Canada, his advancement to the PGA Tour, and the rise of professional Canadian golfers (23:32). NHL Network’s Brian Lawton weighs in on why the NHL chose not to suspend Tom Wilson, evolution of fights in hockey, and what’s next for the Rangers (48:39). Lead Singer of Dirty Honey Marc Labelle chats about his love for the sport of hockey,...
Published 05/08/21
Canadian music icon Tom Cochrane joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to discuss the importance of the golf course from a mental health perspective (9:59). Former Toronto Blue Jays closer Duane Ward discusses the Blue Jays pitching staff, Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s maturity and discipline at the plate, and both the Blue Jays and MLB severing ties with Roberto Alomar following a sexual misconduct investigation (27:39). Teddy Purcell joins the show to talk about his unlikely road...
Published 05/01/21
Rick Young of Golf Journalists Association of Canada and Dr. Mahin Baqi, Infection Control and Infectious Disease Expert joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to talk about Ontario as the only place in North America to put golf on pause, if it’s safe to play during a pandemic, and the restrictions on outdoor activities (4:37). Randip Janda of Sportsnet 650 & Hockey Night Punjabi previews the special broadcast in seven additional languages, if hockey has been diminished as...
Published 04/24/21
Steve Wilmot, RBC Heritage Tournament Director, joins Joey Vendetta and Ian Leggatt on RBC Off the Tee to talk about conducting a safe event, this year’s field (notably Canadian Corey Conners) and how the golf industry has thrived during the pandemic. Randip Janda of Sportsnet 650 & Hockey Night Punjabi discusses the Vancouver Canucks COVID-19 recovery, mental health, and return to play which has been postponed after concerns from the players. Jody Shelley, Blue Jackets Analyst and Former...
Published 04/17/21
It’s moving day at The Masters so Ian Leggatt stops by to discuss the latest on the tournament on the season debut of RBC Off The Tee (00:57)! Former MLB all-star Ricky Romero talks about the prospect of Bo Bichette playing second base and what makes Steven Matz successful on the mound (27:18). Dave Pagnotta of The Fourth Period looks ahead to the NHL trade deadline, and talks about the Vancouver Canucks potential return to the ice following the COVID-19 outbreak in their organization...
Published 04/10/21
The NHL has an officiating controversy, and NHL Network Analyst Brian Lawton stops by to discuss Tim Peel and his comments (7:43); The Toronto Star’s Doug Smith gives his take on whether or not the Raptors were right to keep Kyle Lowry and deal Norm Powell (32:06); Michael Jordan’s long-time agent David Falk reminisces about negotiating for MJ, creating Space Jam, and his legacy as a sports figure (49:51); The Athletic’s Eamonn Brennan breaks down the Sweet 16 slate of action at the NCAA...
Published 03/27/21
The Leafs are struggling, and former Leaf Jamal Mayers joins to break down how the team can rally around Frederik Andersen, and use their offence to punish opposing defences (7:47). SN’s own Ben Wagner checks in from the stands of Clearwater, Florida, where the Blue Jays are getting set to take on the Phillies with Steven Matz on the mound (31:18). ESPN’s John Gasaway gives his take on why March Madness is so beloved, before taking a look around the NCAA Tournament and some of the upsets that...
Published 03/20/21
Former Raptors point guard and Sportsnet NBA analyst Alvin Williams discusses what moves the Raptors should make at the deadline (9:29). Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro discusses the club’s new facilities in Florida, player development, minor league baseball and the prospects in the Blue Jays’ system (33:09). Actor and Director Romany Malco calls-in to talk A Million Little Things, learning to play hockey for his role in The Love Guru, taking care of his new baby, and his love for...
Published 03/13/21
NHL Network’s EJ Hradek remembers Walter Gretzky, who passed away at the age of 82, and also discusses the coaching change in Calgary (8:56). MLB.com’s Keegan Matheson joins to break down Spring Training so far, including the great start by DH/1B Rowdy Tellez, and what the rotation might look like going into the regular season (33:15). CBS Sports’ Emory Hunt takes a look at the Russell Wilson situation, and whether or not he’ll get traded, and debates some potential rules changes to overtime...
Published 03/06/21
Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun stops by to discuss the newly-revealed Player Development Complex in Dunedin, and the difference that this facility could make for a young Blue Jays roster (29:41). PGA Tour Live’s Trey Wingo shares his thoughts on Tiger Woods’ crash and also weighs-in on the issues between Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks (50:14). Chairman and CEO of the Baltimore Orioles John Angelos explains the new-look minor league system in Major League Baseball, and how MLB can...
Published 02/27/21
Former NBA player & co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast Quentin Richardson shares his thoughts on what’s next for the Toronto Raptors roster, the current state of the Bucks, and NBA All-Star weekend (7:15). NHLPA Special Assistant Mathieu Schneider checks-in from Lake Tahoe, the site for the NHL’s two outdoor games (29:00). Stanley Cup Champion Brent Sopel chats about the league, notably the rebuilding process for Jim Benning and Vancouver, and a solid start for the Chicago Blackhawks...
Published 02/20/21
Golden Knights forward Max Pacioretty shares what it’s like playing and living in Las Vegas and looks back on his time in Montreal (10:54). Tennis correspondent for the New York Times Christopher Clarey discusses the Canadians at the Australian Open (31:24). Sportsnet hockey analyst Mike Futa joins Joey to talk who’s hot (Toronto, Calgary) and who’s not (Vancouver) in the North division (55:42). NFL and college football analyst Ryan Leaf weighs-in on the Russell Wilson trade rumours and JJ...
Published 02/13/21
NHL Network analyst Kevin Weekes shares his experience overcoming racism in sports, and talks about the Canucks struggling to find their identity (10:36). MLB super agent Scott Boras discusses the slow-moving free agent market and the Blue Jays’ improvements throughout the offseason (30:34). Brad Johnson, Super Bowl winning Quarterback with the Buccanneers, breaks down Tampa Bay’s season, the lead up to the big game for a player, and dealing with the distractions that can get thrown your way...
Published 02/06/21
NY Post’s National Baseball Columnist Ken Davidoff joins the show to discuss Steve Cohen’s recent controversy, this year’s hall of fame vote, and the Blue Jays upcoming season (8:49). Former NHL all-star Bernie Nicholls reminisces on his playing career and playing alongside Wayne Gretzky (28:35). Hall of Fame quarterback and NFL Analyst, Warren Moon drops in to discuss the upcoming Super Bowl, Deshaun Watson’s request to be traded, and the ‘Tom Brady Era’ (46:32). NBA.com’s Gilbert McGregor...
Published 01/30/21
ESPN MLB analyst Tim Kurkjian discusses his memories of working alongside the late Hank Aaron, and how the George Springer deal changes the way the Blue Jays are viewed in the market (8:27). With the NWHL bubble set to kick-off today, Olympic medalist Sarah Nurse joins the show to talk about the future for women’s hockey before discussing the Good Deeds Cup (28:25). Trey Wingo previews this weekend’s AFC and NFC Championship games and examines the final four quarterbacks left vying for the...
Published 01/23/21
Joey is joined by Jeff Marek of the NHL on Sportsnet who shares his thoughts on the Maple Leafs, Senators, and their North division competitors (6:05). Sports Illustrated’s Howard Beck discusses the blockbuster James Harden trade and how the Brooklyn Nets will mesh after the deal (28:49). NFL Network Host Colleen Wolfe previews the NFL’s divisional round matchups (46:40). Baseball columnist at Sportsnet Shi Davidi looks at remaining free agent options for the Blue Jays (1:14:06). Outspoken...
Published 01/16/21
Joey opens up the show with a few words on legendary Dodgers Manager Tommy Lasorda before previewing the Canadian NHL teams ahead of the season. Sportsnet’s Luke Fox previews the Toronto Maple Leafs (16:06). 2019 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee and former Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Guy Carbonneau shares his thoughts on the team’s outlook for 2021 (25:17). CJOB’s Jamie Thomas previews the Winnipeg Jets (36:59). Joey calls up NFL analyst Ron Jaworski for his thoughts on Buffalo-Indianapolis,...
Published 01/10/21
Sportsnet CHL analyst Todd Warriner A.K.A. Mr. One Touch discusses Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championship as they get ready to face the Czech Republic. Ryan Callahan looks back fondly on his NHL career and playing in the 2010 gold medal game in Vancouver after announcing his retirement. Former NFL quarterback Carson Palmer discusses his Canadian roots, his Heisman trophy vote, and his time at USC under Head Coach Pete Carroll. CAA Hockey’s Pat Brisson talks about cheering on his...
Published 01/03/21