Podcast

Toronto Sports Rush

Basketball, Hockey, Sports

A fresh take on Toronto sports with instant reactions to news and match-ups, interviews and Toronto sports culture. Part of the BetRivers Network.

Episodes
571
Releases
Daily
Typical length
22 min
On air since
2024
Latest episode
10 hours ago

Episodes

571 episodes, newest first

  1. E.J. Hradek on Potential Leafs Trade for Kucherov - Homestand Begins with Mammoth

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    E.J. Hradek joins Dan O'Toole as the Maple Leafs begin their six-game homestand Tuesday against the Utah Mammoth. They discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's play and whether they believe Toronto is a likely landing spot for Nikita Kucherov! 00:00 Recapping Road Trip 01:02 Big Homestand Gets Going 03:18 Bobrovsky Starts vs. Utah 04:52 Early Leafs Grade 07:00 McKenna's Production 09:03 Nikita Kucherov Trade Talks 17:52 Oilers' Hot Start

    25 min
  2. Pierre McGuire on the Leafs Interest in Nikita Kucherov & Tough Upcoming Homestand

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    Pierre McGuire joins Kyle to break down the Leafs 2-2 road trip and to preview their tough upcoming 6-game homestand. They also discuss the Leafs' goaltending duo and why Stolarz should get the start Tuesday night. Plus, are the Leafs in on Nikita Kucherov? 00:00 Kucherov Trade Rumors 03:54 Road Trip Review 12:38 Matthews' Leadership 17:47 Homestand Challenges

    22 min
  3. What's Going on With Bobrovsky? Raptors Update & NFL Weekend Preview

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    Mike Carver joins Dan & Kyle to discuss the Leafs' current state, including a shaky start from Sergei Bobrovsky. Plus, Carver previews this weekend's NFL games and gives his best bets. 00:00 Ticket Giveaway Announcement 04:48 Maple Leafs' Goaltending Challenges 09:06 Raptors Without Kawhi 14:46 NFL High-Scoring Matchups 19:43 Browns vs Steelers Preview

    22 min
  4. Bruce Boudreau on the Leafs Loss Wednesday Night, Matthews, McKenna, Bobrovsky, & More!

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    Bruce Boudreau joins E.J. Hradek to break down the Leafs' tough loss Wednesday night in Seattle. They discuss Auston Matthews & Gavin McKenna's hot starts, Sergei Bobrovsky's slow start, and more!
    00:00 Leafs Fall in Seattle 3:09 Bobrovsky's Struggles

    7:00 Gavin McKenna

    8:15 Auston Matthews

    13:45 Leafs at Canucks Saturday 19:00 Team Spirit and Leadership

    21:35 Darren Raddysh

    25 min
  5. Brian Geltzeiler on Kawhi Leonard's Knee Injury & The Raptors Expectations Without Him

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    Brian Geltzeiler joins Dan & Kyle to break down the recent Kawhi Leonard injury news. They discuss the impact this will have on the team and how they can stay afloat until he returns. Plus, a look at some surprising starts around the league. 00:00 Kawhi's Injury Scenario 03:41 Raptors' Upcoming Challenges

    18:00 Updates Around the NBA

    25 min
  6. Keegan Matheson on Blue Jays' Next Steps & Lessons Learned from World Series

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    Keegan Matheson joins Dan O'Toole to outline potential targets for the Toronto Blue Jays and whether any players could sign before the looming MLB work stoppage. Also, Dan & Keegan update the World Series and discuss what other MLB teams could emulate from the Brewers and Rays. 00:00 Brewers Lead Rays, 3-0 01:56 Lessons from Brewers 06:01 Traits of the Rays 08:28 Housing Market News 11:04 MLB Moves Before Stoppage 13:35 MLB/MLBPA Disagreements 15:10 Jays' Gold Glove Finalists

    19 min
  7. Leafs Lose to Flames, 5-2 | Post Game Reaction

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    Kyle Andrew & Pierre McGuire break down the Leafs 5-2 loss to the Flames. The guys discuss some of the sloppy play that led to the early deficit, break down the goalie play and who will most likely start the next 2 matchups and the latest injury update on John Tavares. 00:00 Leafs vs Flames Recap 03:22 Game Momentum Changes 06:10 Leafs' Forward Line Analysis

    21 min
  8. Pierre McGuire on the Leafs 7-2 Win Over the Oilers

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    Pierre McGuire & Kyle Andrew break down the Leafs' 7-2 victory over the Oilers Saturday night. They discuss Stolarz's big game, Darren Raddysh, Easton Cowan, and more! Plus, a preview of tonight's showdown with the Flames. 00:00 Maple Leafs Triumph 05:02 Defensive Strategy 09:11 Calgary Game Preview

    15 min
  9. NHL Fallout from Hellebuyck Trade | Leafs Big Road Trip

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    The guys open the show reacting to the big Devils trade for Connor Hellebuyck. Also, what are the expectations for the Leafs big upcoming road trip. The guys also give their thoughts on Packers vs. Lions and the World Series. 00:00 Connor Hellebuyck Trade 03:09 Pressure Shift for Hellebuyck 09:00 Leafs Over Rangers

    16:00 Packers vs. Lions

    18:15 World Series

    21 min
  10. Troy Stecher Scores Game-Winner | Leafs vs. Rangers 5-4 Recap

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    Kyle Andrew & Pierre McGuire break down the Leafs 5-4 victory over the Rangers. The guys break down the Leafs third win in a row and what the team should hope to accomplish in their big 4-game road trip. 00:00 Leafs vs Rangers Recap 02:54 Goalie Performance Analysis 06:28 Easton Cowen's Development 07:13 Nick Blankenberg Injury Impact 12:01 Road Trip Expectations

    20 min
  11. Pierre McGuire on Leafs/Rangers Tonight Ahead of Big Road Trip

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    Pierre McGuire & E.J. Hradek preview tonight's Maple Leafs/Rangers game and look ahead to the Leafs' big clash in Edmonton on Saturday. They also discuss Matthews' career through 700 games, Easton Cowan, Jack Roslovic, Gavin McKenna, and more! 00:00 Toronto's Penalty Kill 05:00 Goaltending Performance 06:59 Easton Cowan's Development 08:54 Auston Matthews Milestone 11:05 Gavin McKenna and Team Injuries 14:11 Upcoming Oilers Game

    20 min
  12. Brian Geltzeiler on Kawhi’s Return To Toronto - Raptors Season Preview

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    SiriusXM NBA Radio Host Brian Gelteiler joins Dan & Kyle to preview the Toronto Raptors season. They discuss Kawhi's return to Toronto and what the Raptors will need from him to be successful. Plus, they discuss RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Jamal Shead, and more! 00:00 Kawhi Leonard's Return 03:21 Raptors' Young Core 06:18 Coaching Discussion 14:58 Defensive Strategies

    22 min
  13. Leafs Beat Blue Jackets 6-2 | The Penalty Kill Dominates Again

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    Kyle Andrew & Pierre McGuire break down the Leafs dominant win over the Blue Jackets in Columbus. Between the 4-goal 2nd period, Easton Cowan's first career shorthanded goal and the penalty kill continuing to bully the league, the guys discuss all the good from tonight's one-sided game. 00:00 Leafs Victory Discussion 09:00 Special Teams and Player Highlights

    13:45 Upcoming Schedule

    21 min
  14. Leafs Snap 3-Game Losing Skid, Matthews' Hot Start, & Updates Around the NHL

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    E.J. Hradek joins Dan to break down the Leafs' 3-1 victory over the Sharks Monday night. They also discuss Auston Matthews' continued hot start and look at areas where the Leafs can improve. Plus, E.J. & Dan update on what's going on around the NHL.

    00:00 Leafs Beat Sharks 02:10 Matthews’ Hot Start 03:56 Leafs' Defense and Trades 07:26 Bruins and Connor McDavid Insights 13:01 Babcock's Influence on Oilers

    24 min
  15. Pierre McGuire on the Leafs Losing 3 Straight & McKenna's Response to the Benching

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    Pierre McGuire joins Kyle to break down the Leafs' recent losing streak and how they can get back on track tonight against the Sharks. They also discuss Gavin McKenna's response to being benched, the Leafs goaltending duo, John Tavares' injury, and more! 00:00 Leafs and Lineup Changes 02:12 Tavares' Impact and McKenna's Role 04:47 Defensive Struggles and Goaltending 09:18 Upcoming Matches Discussion

    20 min
  16. Steve Simmons on Hiller Benching McKenna & More!

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    Steve Simmons joins Dan & Kyle to break down Jim Hiller's decision to bench Gavin McKenna in Thursday's OT loss to the Sabres. They also discuss the Leafs' first 8 games & John Schneider's future with the Blue Jays. 00:00 Hiller Benches McKenna 05:02 Coaching Decisions Impact 13:46 Brewers Managerial Decisions

    30 min
  17. Maple Leafs Blow Lead, Fall 5-4 (OT) to Sabres - Postgame Reaction

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    Kyle Andrew & Pierre McGuire break down the Leafs' overtime loss to Buffalo, failing to close out the game following John Tavares' injury. Plus, they discuss Gavin McKenna's lack of ice time and Kirill Marchenko's fifth career hat trick.

    22 min
  18. Neil Smith on the New-Look Leafs Start to the Year - Hiller, Matthews, McKenna, & More!

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    Neil Smith joins E.J. Hradek to break down the Leafs through their first 7 games. They look at the job Jim Hiller has done & the strong start of Leafs stars Matthews, Nylander, and McKenna. Plus, they discuss the Tanev injury and whether John Chayka needs to make some more moves. 00:00 Special Teams Performance 05:16 Player Form Discussion 11:24 Upcoming Schedule 13:02 Roster Strategy Debate 15:06 Connor Hellebuyck Situation

    21 min
  19. Pierre McGuire Reacts to Leafs Ending Road Trip with 5-4 Loss in Utah

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    Kyle Andrew & Pierre McGuire recap the Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-4 loss to the Utah Mammoth on NHL Frozen Frenzy Tuesday, closing their 3-game road trip. They address the positives and negatives from the performance and look ahead to Thursday's game hosting the Sabres, plus share takeaways from other Frozen Frenzy contests! 00:00 Leafs Special Teams 02:12 Stolarz's Performance 03:58 Impactful Matthews, McKenna 06:23 Negatives from Loss 07:54 Kirill Marchenko 09:20 Starting Game Poorly 10:11 3 Points in 3 Road Games 11:10 Sabres at Leafs Thursday 13:46 Frozen Frenzy Takeaways

    22 min
  20. Leafs Place Tanev on IR & Matthews Named NHL's First Star of the Week

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    E.J. Hradek joins Kyle to break down the Leafs' road trip so far and how they can finish it off strong tonight in Utah. Plus, a look at Auston Matthews' hot start to the season & the impact of Chris Tanev's absence on defense. 00:00 Chris Tanev Injury 03:39 Defensive Challenges 08:22 Penalty Kill vs Utah 10:29 Austin Matthews Season

    25 min