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Erik Erlendsson (8:45) from Lightning Insider joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about the timing of Nikita Kucherov's trade request heading into the second month of the new season, the status of a new contract, Tampa Bay Lightning not looking to trade their 33-year old winger, if Julien BriseBois would give into the request, how Kucherov is viewed in the locker room, media and fans throughout his tenure, the parallels between Steven Stamkos leaving the organization in the summer of 2024, and Jon Cooper's relationship with Nikita. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at how Kucherov's trade request could overlap into Dylan Larkin's trade request before bringing in Monday Night Hockey's David Amber (30:20) in studio to discuss whether Kucherov has earned the reported demand value of his next contract, the Edmonton Oilers' 3-game win streak, and how the Winnipeg Jets are digging themselves in a bigger hole within a tough division.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Toronto Maple Leafs' road trip after a win against the Canucks in Vancouver. They discuss the team's identity early in the season, Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua's returns to the lineup, Anthony Stolarz's play prompting a goalie controversy, and the Leafs' challenging homestand ahead of the American Thanksgiving benchmark. Then, the guys react to Nikita Kucherov declaring he won't resign with the Lightning and weigh in on whether the Leafs could be players in a potential trade. Later, Craig Simpson (32:38) stops by to share his thoughts on Jim Hiller's style, how the Leafs should manage their goalies through this upcoming homestand, William Nylander's defensive effort, and Gavin McKenna's usage so far this season.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHL president, general manager and head coach and author of 'Game Day: The Uncensored Life of an NHL GM,' Doug MacLean (5:05) to chat about the growing concerns around Maple Leafs goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, how the Detroit Red Wings should handle Dylan Larkin's future after deciding to sit out for the remainder of his tenure, whether Quinn Hughes will resign in Minnesota, if the Hughes brothers will play with each other, why the Leafs need to unleash Gavin McKenna, and how Mike Babcock has looked in his return to coaching with the Edmonton Oilers through one month. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee read your texts to close out the week!

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' Saturday night matchup against the Canucks in Vancouver. They discuss Anthony Stolarz getting the start in net, the Leafs' busy schedule to start the season, Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua returning to the lineup, and whether Auston Matthews is all the way back. Later, the guys hit the Leafs Line to take your calls and questions!

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Former NHLer, general manager and player agent Brian Lawton (2:42) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss Dylan Larkin deciding to not play for the remainder of his time in Detroit until he gets traded, how the trade request may have affected the Red Wings' locker room, if the return for Connor Hellebuyck between the Winnipeg Jets and New Jersey Devils influenced trade talks for Larkin, what could have gone wrong between Dylan and his hometown team, and the future of Quinn Hughes with the Minnesota Wild. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee react to the Detroit Red Wings releasing a statement stating they will suspend Larkin without pay for the duration of finding a trade destination for the centreman and how much pressure is on Detroit's general manager.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-4 loss to the Kraken in Seattle. They express their increasing concern around Sergei Bobrovsky after another rough start, the team's hesitance to make mid-game goalie changes, Jim Hiller's line deployment, and Gavin McKenna giving the power play a different look in his first career two-goal night. Later, the guys play a game of True or False, touching on Bobrovsky's Leafs future, Chris Tanev's season outlook, Morgan Rielly's legacy, and much more!

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne, after a spirited debate about the merits of three-on-three OT, are joined by former NHL head coach Dean Evason (5:29) to discuss how players are in better shape these days and the lack of training camp and preseason games affecting player readiness. Plus, he gives his thoughts on his former employer in the Columbus Blue Jackets, including his thoughts on Kirill Marchenko, and gets into the idea of playing guys like Connor McDavid a ton on a nightly basis - could there be repercussions later on in the season if players get worn down? Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee hear from Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck alongside his head coach Sheldon Keefe following his first regular season action of the season, discuss the dollars and cents behind the salary cap, get into Oilers head coach Mike Babcock's comments on healthy scratching defenceman Jake Walman, discuss whether or not it was right for Senators owner Michael Andlauer to make some comments on a recent podcast appearance, and chat about Wild GM Bill Guerin discussing Quinn Hughes.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Kraken in Seattle. They discuss Gavin McKenna moving up to the top line alongside Auston Matthews, what it will take to make the playoffs in the hyper-competitive Atlantic Division, Sergei Bobrovsky getting the start, and Dakota Joshua being called up. Then, the guys dip into the Midweek Mailbag before welcoming Kraken TV analyst and former NHLer J.T. Brown (33:08) to share what the Leafs can expect in Seattle.

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Former NHL goaltender and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valliquette (3:35) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to discuss Connor Hellebuyck's debut with the New Jersey Devils against the Dallas Stars, the challenges the coaching staff and the goaltender face for his first game of the new season, Michal Postava's winning his first NHL start against the visiting Edmonton Oilers, which goaltender could use a change to a new team, why Jacob Fowler could use more starts for Montreal, Sergei Bobrovsky's regression, and if there's a team that missed their chance at getting a high calibre goaltender like Hellebuyck. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee chat about Carter Hart exiting Vegas Golden Knights' practice with an apparent injury and continue their conversation on the Oilers losing their second game in a row.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-2 loss to the Flames in Calgary. They discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's performance and his comments after the game, Easton Cowan's highs and lows, Kirill Marchenko's injury, and Auston Matthews' costly penalties. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox stops by (36:39) to discuss the Leafs' setback in Calgary, the plan in net after Bobrovsky's rough night, potential call-up options after Marchenko's injury and whether Gavin McKenna can fill that spot in the top six.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by NHL Network analyst and former NHLer Jason Demers (3:27) to weigh in on the New Jersey Devils-Winnipeg Jets trade that involved Connor Hellebuyck, expectations for the goaltender for the 2026-27 season, the precedent Connor's trade request has set for players in the future, if no-move clauses will continue to be negotiated in contracts, where will Dylan Larkin play next, and the Detroit Red Wings' priorities in a return. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Quinn Hughes' return to Vancouver to face his former team for the first time and Hellebuyck's comments on getting trade to New Jersey and his time with the Jets.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne catch up with Sam McKee after he was in Edmonton to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs' 7-2 win over the Oilers on Saturday. They discuss the complete team effort, Morgan Rielly's resurgence, Jack Roslovic's impact on the top line, Gavin McKenna's usage, Easton Cowan's leap, and the penalty kill nearing on 'historic' territory. Later, Eric Francis (37:00) stops by to help tee up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Calgary Flames, and he discusses Devin Cooley becoming must-watch on and off the ice, Zayne Parekh's upside, and how Šimon Nemec has been settling in.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Daniele Franceschi react to the Winnipeg Jets trading Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils in today's blockbuster deal before welcoming Sportsnet NHL insider and 32 Thoughts host Elliotte Friedman (11:51) to help break it down. They discuss the timing of the trade, the Jets' return, the Sabres' proposal, and how the NHL's player empowerment era is hurting teams like Winnipeg. Then, Friedge shares the latest on the situation in Detroit with Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson, and whether New Jersey could be loading up for another big move. Later, Nick, Justin and Daniele listen to and break down sound from Kevin Cheveldayoff's press conference today before taking your questions and comments on the text line!

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and fill-in producer Daniele Franceschi recap the Maple Leafs' 5-4 win against the visiting New York Rangers, Troy Stecher netting the game-winning goal late in the third period, the reaction from the Leafs' bench, how Jim Hiller has envisioned his fourth line, the team calling up defensemen Dakota Mermis and Cole McWard after Marshall Rifai & Nick Blankenburg have been placed on injured reserve, and why they did not recall Ben Danford. Then, Leafs radio colour analyst and former NHL goaltender Jim Ralph (28:10) joins Nick and Justin to weigh in on the game against New York, if Sergei Bobrovsky has lived up to his expectations, the state of Toronto's d-core, how the team's identity has changed throughout the lineup, why he thinks save percentage has gone down drastically, and Leafs' first meeting against the Edmonton Oilers.

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Doug MacLean, former NHL president, general manager and head coach joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne in-studio (0:28) to discuss his new book 'Game Day', building relationships, balancing the competition between the general managers and agreeing to making a trade to help the team, player empowerment when he was in the league vs. today's game, and his transition into working in sports media. Then, the guys talk about Brady Tkachuk's reception in his return to face his former team in Ottawa. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee continue the conversation on the Senators' win, Tim Stützle's statement game, and Linus Ullmark's injury.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee get set for the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the New York Rangers. They discuss Jake McCabe returning to practice after taking a high stick to the eye, Auston Matthews' early-season resurgence, and whether Brady Tkachuk's welcome back to Ottawa was harsher than John Tavares' reception on Long Island. Then, MSG Rangers analyst Dave Maloney stops by (31:08) to reflect on the life and legacy of former Ranger Ron Duguay before discussing what the Leafs can expect against New York, Dylan Garand's hot run in relief of the injured Igor Shesterkin, Adam Fox's return to his Norris-level form, and Alexis Lafrenière's strong start.

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Sportsnet and ESPN NHL analyst Ray Ferraro joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for his new biweekly appearance (5:08)! They discuss Brady Tkachuk's much-anticipated return to Ottawa, the Senators players hosting him for a pre-game dinner, Dylan Larkin expanding his trade list, the situation in Winnipeg with Connor Hellebuyck's suspension set to end, whether Devon Levi is the long-term answer for the Oilers in net, and whether the Bruins' hot start is sustainable. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to listen to Tkachuk's pre-game availability, revisit what led to the trade, and share what they expect from the game.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show recapping the Maple Leafs' 6-2 win over the Blue Jackets in Columbus, Matthew Knies and Kirill Marchenko facing off their former teams for the first time, why there's a culture problem in Rick Bowness' locker room, Easton Cowan logging his first three-point game, an early evaluation of the Jim Hiller Leafs, and Jake McCabe's injury. Then, former Leafs general manager Gord Stellick joins the guys (30:13) to chat about Auston Matthews' performance so far this season, running Cowan and Gavin McKenna full-time on the top six lines, why not developing a defenseman has hurt the team long-term, Nick Paul slotting in for the injured John Tavares, strong penalty kill early, Sergei Bobrovsky's starts, and how many boxes has Hiller checked off as the first-time head coach.

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CEO of Clear Sight Analytics and former NHL goaltender Steve Valliquette (4:00) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to chat about Calgary Flames' goaltender Devin Cooley revealing his unique way to stay focus, if it's the right idea to give away personal strategies, options in net for the New York Rangers in the trade market, Connor Hellebuyck potential landing spot in Utah, Sergei Bobrovsky's start with the Maple Leafs, and the early numbers on how goals are getting past netminders at the start of the season. Then on Grill Marks, Vally asks the panel which goaltenders are playing in the most difficult and easiest environments and who's given up the most goals above their glove. To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss Brady Tkachuk's comments about donating thrown jerseys on the ice when he returns to Ottawa and the attendance down for Senators games.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks. They discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's first home win in the blue and white, Gavin McKenna once again getting his ice time cut late in the game, Auston Matthews' leadership, and Nick Paul taking on a larger role in John Tavares' absence. Then, they get set for the Leafs' matchup against the Blue Jackets and discuss Kirill Marchenko's return to Columbus, Adam Fantilli's comments about him, and Darren Raddysh's usage. Then, the Athletic's Aaron Portzline (39:26) stops by to help tee up Leafs/Blue Jackets, dive deeper into how Marchenko will be received in his return and discuss Matthew Knies' play since being traded to Columbus.

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