Steve Valiquette's Goalie Report: Playoff Edition

Will Petr Mrázek Suit up for the Leafs Again?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about whether or not they think Petr Mrázek will suit up for the Leafs again, discuss Erik Källgren getting the start tonight against the Jets while Jack Campbell gets a little more rest, and we hear Sheldon Keefe's comments from morning skate (1:27). Next, the guys touch on tonight's lineup changes, the makeup of the fourth line and Ilya Mikheyev's value on the open market (14:36). Then Sean Reynolds phones in to discuss if there is any lingering animosity after last Leafs-Jets matchup, thoughts on tonight's battle, and why Toronto shouldn't buy into physical revenge (42:30). YouTube 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

64 min listen

Tensions Linger Ahead of Leafs-Jets Rubber Match: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer and current analyst Mike Rupp! He chats about how he identifies the analytics that matter, his expectations ahead to tonight's Leafs game, and how Pittsburgh has found their stride this season, before weighing in on Nathan MacKinnon's fight and other stars showing their physicality (01:11). To wrap up today's show, Nick, Justin & Sam weigh in on Bruce Cassidy's comments surrounding analytics in the NHL, before finding the value in tonight's Leafs-Jets betting lines (24:33). Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

40 min listen

Mitch Marner Appreciation Hour + Pangervision Returns!: Nick Kypreos and Gord Stellick are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to discuss Mitch Marner's season not getting the recognition it deserves, the Leafs' defence becoming a strength, and which d-man becomes the odd one out with Jake Muzzin's impending return (00:43). Later on, the fellas share their thoughts on Jack Campbell's play since returning to the crease and hear what Head Coach Sheldon Keefe's had to say about his performance (08:43). To wrap today, TNT's Darren Pang stops by to look back on the Leafs' statement win in Tampa Bay, relives the "Pangervision" era with Gord, and offers a goalie's perspective on Andrei Vasilevskiy, before reflecting on Ryan Getzlaf's illustrious career and what's next for him (21:57). Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

44 min listen

Leafs Pay the Price in Gritty Beantown Victory: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the Leafs' big win over the Bruins, Petr Mrázek's latest injury, the state of Toronto's goaltending as the playoffs approach, Erik Källgren stepping up in place of Mrázek, and the Leafs' depth showing up in the win (0:32). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on the physicality in the game, and the guys share their thoughts on Taylor Hall's punch on Ilya Lyubushkin, how similar the incident is to Dylan Larkin's punch on Mathieu Joseph (for which Larkin was suspended one game), how solid Mark Giordano has looked, his influence on Timothy Liljegren, Brad Marchand's cross-check on John Tavares and Tavares choosing not to engage, and Michael Bunting's less-than-stellar play as of late (18:50). Jim Ralph phones in to chat about Mrázek's injury and his bad luck this season, the Leafs' play in the win, the NHL's ruling on the Hall-Lyubushkin punch, Toronto's recent spate of injuries, and his early impressions of by Real Kyper & Bourne

68 min listen

The Next Gen Highlight Reel with Anthony Stewart: Anthony Stewart crashes the studio on Real Kyper & Bourne! The fellas chat about financial literacy in the NHL following Chris Pronger's comments on Twitter, Auston Matthews' incredible pace, the influence of "The Michigan", the scuffle in last night's Minnesota-Edmonton game, and much more! Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

37 min listen

Deep Dive Into the West Playoff Races With Bob Stauffer: Kyper and Bourne are joined by Bob Stauffer host of Oilers Now on 630 CHED (1:05) to discuss who has made the biggest impact on Edmonton's roster, who would they face in the post-season, and the rest of the Western Conference wild-card races. Afterward, the guys are joined by producer Sam McKee to chat about the future of the Ottawa Senators' ownership, and Ryan Hartman's fine. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

38 min listen

From Broad Street Blah to Charged Up in Tampa: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the Leafs' win over the Flyers, the team's lackluster play in the victory, Sheldon Keefe throwing the lines into the blender, how Jack Campbell looked in his return to action, and the team's goaltending situation beyond this season (2:14). Next, the guys touch on how important tonight's start against the Lightning is for Campbell, Wayne Simmonds' scrap with Zac MacEwan, how Nick Abruzzese looked in his limited minutes, some interesting Leafs' stats, and Auston Matthews' defensive play as of late (21:52). Afterwards, Craig Simpson weighs in on the Leafs (and other teams) playing down to their opponents, if Michael Bunting is in jeopardy of losing his spot on the top line, which defenceman could be on the outs with Jake Muzzin returning, and the team's excellent play on the penalty kill (42:32). Watch on YouTube The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and by Real Kyper & Bourne

66 min listen

Can the Leafs Win in the Playoffs With an Offence-First Approach?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam sift through the Leafs' 7-6 OT loss to the Panthers, and touch on Mitch Marner's incredible short-handed goal, whether the Leafs and Panthers can succeed in the postseason with an offence-first approach, and if the Leafs' blue line is tough enough for the playoffs (1:21). Next, they chat about the team's demons, Radko Gudas, the play of Erik Källgren and the way in which the goaltender exited the game, and another bench minor for Toronto (20:04). Afterwards, David Amber stops by to give his thoughts on the back-and-forth affair in Sunrise, Florida, whether the Leafs' blue line can hold it down in the playoffs, the goaltending situation, the improved play of William Nylander since being called out, and the Hart Trophy race (41:08). Watch on YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Spo by Real Kyper & Bourne

65 min listen

Doug MacLean's Personal Favour + FAN Question Friday!: Justin Bourne & Guest Host Brent Gunning are joined by former NHL executive Doug MacLean to weigh in on Auston Matthews' 50th goal, what steps he still needs to take to stack up against the NHL's all-time greats, William Nylander's 2-goal night, and how Mark Giordano's addition has stabilized the lineup (00:17). Next up, Dan Rosen, Senior Writer for NHL.com, stops by to reflect on Matthews' 50th and look ahead to Chris Kreider's push for 50, before teasing a potential Rangers-Penguins playoff series (24:19). To wrap up today's show, Brent, Justin & Sam go over their favourite players to watch and the legality of a hip-check, before heading to the text-line to answer your questions (34:43)! Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

62 min listen

Matty’s Hatty Steals the Show in Tampa: yper, Gord Stellick and Producer Sam break down the Leafs' convincing 6-2 win over the Lightning, Auston Matthews' hat-trick to hit 54 goals and tie Rick Vaive for the most in franchise history, Matthews' play overall on the night, and how it looks like the team is growing up (1:32). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Toronto's recent stretch against top tier teams, and the guys touch on Jack Campbell's play against Tampa (20:56). Afterwards, Randy Moller joins to tee up tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Panthers, the similarities between the two squads, the Panthers' mindset as the playoff approach, how Keith Yandle's former teammates feel about his ironman streak coming to an end, and how Florida wants to play in the postseason (30:18). To wrap, the guys touch on Ilya Mikheyev and Pierre Engvall playing heavier, the Leafs' forward depth, and Wayne Simmonds and Pat Maroon receiving 10-minute misconducts for chirping each other (44:47). W by Real Kyper & Bourne

59 min listen

Preparing for a Battle with the Bruins: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Jamal Mayers to weigh in on tonight's Leafs-Bruins game, the driving force Brad Marchand provides to Boston's roster, how Mark Giordano has adapted his style of play over the years, and which Leaf he believes should take on more minutes (00:58). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam recap today's GM meetings in Palm Springs, and sort through some news & notes including the ongoing refereeing debate, Nathan MacKinnon's injury, and the best bets of the night (16:02)! Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

39 min listen

How St. Louis Assembled a Stanley Cup Contender: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Andy Strickland, rinkside reporter in St. Louis, to help preview the state of the Blues as the postseason nears, the driving factors behind STL's 9-game win streak, and how the team is managing their goaltending tandem of Jordan Binnington and Ville Husso (00:29). To wrap up the show today, the fellas dive into why the Vegas Golden Knights still rub people the wrong way, which coaches around the NHL are in line for an extension, and head to the YouTube comments to answer your questions before taking you through the best bets of the night (12:08)! Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

38 min listen

The Pressures of 50 with Dave Andreychuk: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Hall of Famer Dave Andreychuk to look back on the last month for the Tampa Bay Lightning compared to their Stanley Cup winning form, before discussing Steven Stamkos' resurgence this season, the pressure reaching a goal milestone can put on a team, and tonight's Leafs-Lighting matchup (00:06). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy weigh in on the stability Andrei Vasilevskiy provides in Tampa, Keith Yandle's "ironman streak" coming to an end, and the one-sided fight between Troy Terry and Jay Beagle last Friday (14:44). Watch on YouTube 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

38 min listen

What's Wrong with the Lightning?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the Leafs' 5-2 win over the Flyers, William Nylander's performance, Sheldon Keefe's line shuffling, whether we might see Nylander back with John Tavares in the postseason, and who the Leafs' second-best passer is (4:05). Next, they touch on how Jack Campbell has looked over his past five starts, and the likelihood of Toronto facing Boston in the playoffs (23:51). Afterwards, Joe Smith phones in to discuss the Lightning's struggles as of late, Andrei Vasilevskiy's play, what Brandon Hagel has brought to the club, Steve Stamkos' season thus far, and the play of the team's fourth line (44:09). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

66 min listen

Playoff Prep with Jason York and Eddie O: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about the season dragging on and the difficulty coaches may have in keeping players engaged, Sheldon Keefe's comments on resting players, whether Matthews should be sitting more as the season wraps, the Leafs' play against the Sabres, the potential for the game to be a chippy affair, and how the team's special teams look (2:48). Next, Jason York stops by to comment on why it won't be hard for Sheldon Keefe to keep his players engaged as the postseason approaches, why he believes the Lightning would be the preferred opponent for Toronto as opposed to the Bruins, the tough question of resting Auston Matthews, and why veterans don't like sitting (26:48). Afterward, Ed Olczyk shares his thoughts on Auston Matthews, if the Lightning or Bruins would be the better first-round playoff opponent for Toronto, managing rest ahead of the postseason, the Golden Knights' playoff push, the amount unproven goalies by Real Kyper & Bourne

67 min listen

Prospect Pulse with Sam Cosentino: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to look ahead to the NHL career of Sabres' prospect Owen Power, who's set to make his debut tonight, before sharing his thoughts on Matthew Knies' future and what to expect when the World Juniors resume this summer (00:52). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sam sort through the news & notes from around the NHL and help get you set for tonight's Leafs-Sabres tilt (25:54)! Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

36 min listen

The Milestones Keep Comin' for Matthews: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with a chat about Auston Matthews' crazy stretch, how Matthews and Marner are drawing the attentions of defences and opening up the ice (2:23). Next, they chat about Erik Källgren getting the start against the Sabres, injury concerns with Jack Campbell and Jake Muzzin, more Sheldon Keefe sound, and thoughts on Matthew Knies and whether he'll play in the NHL this season (20:19). Afterwards, Jim Ralph stops by to discuss how confident is he in Källgren after Jack’s injury troubles, whether Lyubushkin or Liljegren is the seventh man, Matthews' incredible play, how Mark Giordano has slowed the game in a positive way for Toronto, and the Matthews-Marner connection (44:15). The guys wrap with some Masters thoughts (1:03:10). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

66 min listen

50 Down, What's Next for Auston? by Real Kyper & Bourne

41 min listen

Setting up the Final Stretch with Colby Armstrong: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam open with some Masters talks and chat about why hockey players love golf (0:21). Next, they look ahead to tonight's Leafs-Stars matchup, Jack Campbell being back in net, whether Kyle Dubas' decision to not add a goalie at the deadline will haunt the team, Ilya Lyubushkin drawing back into action, and other lineup changes (5:58). Then Colby Armstrong stops by to talk about what playoff teams should focus on over this last stretch, why this Leafs team feels different than previous iterations, if Jack Campbell can find his early form, whether or not Toronto's high scoring style is sustainable, before pivoting to the Penguins, how Tristan Jarry has fared in net, and the team's matchup vs. the Rangers (22:06). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

43 min listen

Demons, Playoff Success, and the Sabres' Turnaround with Brad May: Former NHLer Brad May phones in to talk about the Leafs' penchant for blowing 4-1 leads, the way in which Erik Kallgren exited the Panthers game, what it takes to be successful in the playoffs, and the Sabres' play as of late (0:28). To wrap, Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam talk more about Ilya Mikheyev and what his next contract might look like, and more on the Hart Trophy conversation (20:37). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

39 min listen

Mock Playoff Matchups with Mike Kelly: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by Mike Kelly, former coach and current analyst for the NHL Network and Sportlogiq! He starts off by discussing who the Leafs would best match up with in the Eastern Conference, the keys to the Rangers' turnaround this season, who's on the chopping block in Vegas, the Bruce Boudreau effect in Vancouver, and makes his case as to why the Flames are serious Cup contenders (00:06). Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

38 min listen

Keys to Toronto's Statement Win with Shane O'Brien by Real Kyper & Bourne

36 min listen

Tocchet's Tidbits: Scoring Through Traffic, Gordie Howe Hat-Tricks + More!: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined off the top by Rick Tocchet, current TNT analyst and the all-time "Gordie Howe Hat-Trick" leader, notching a goal, an assist & and fight all in one game! He chats about Auston Matthews' incredible stretch powered by the best release in hockey, the evolution of scoring through traffic in the NHL, shares who he believes will come out atop the Atlantic division before touching on the road trip experience in the final weeks of the season (00:29). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Producer Sammy discuss if Evgeni Malkin's crosscheck Sunday warrants a suspension and how Trevor Zegras is finding useful ways to incorporate "The Michigan", ahead of JB's best bet from the lone NHL game tonight (20:58). Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

38 min listen

Sizing up Leafs-Caps w/ Karl Alzner: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about resting Auston Matthews ahead of the playoffs vs. the importance of hitting milestones, Justin Holl being scratched, and if Holl will be in the top-six come playoff time (1:13). Next Karl Alzner phones in, and chats about Matthews vs. Ovi, Ovechkin's dominance, and the Capitals' contending window (21:59). Afterwards, Keith Jones stops by to talk about his college experience, what it was like making the jump to the NHL in his day compared to now, the Calder Trophy race, Michael Bunting's case for the Calder, and Auston Matthews' Hart Trophy case (41:59). 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

66 min listen

Stargazing in Dallas with Marty Turco & Garry Galley: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined off the top by Marty Turco, former goaltender and current Senior Advisor to the President in Dallas! He shares his expectations for this Stars team, his thoughts on Jason Robertson and Alexander Radulov's seasons, before weighing in on if goaltending is more mental or skills based (00:16). Next up, Garry Galley, former defenseman and current Sportsnet analyst on the call for tonight's Leafs-Stars game, joins the show! He discusses the Leafs' performance through this tough stretch of late, how they're viewed by the rest of the league, what makes the Dallas Stars dangerous and which matchup is most favourable for the Leafs in the first round (23:18). Watch on YouTube. 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. by Real Kyper & Bourne

60 min listen

Auston's Pursuit of History with Brett Hull: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the Leafs' loss to the Sabres, the challenge of motivating the team in the final 10 days of the season, and we hear from Sheldon Keefe (1:32). Next, the guys touch on how the game fits into the grand scheme of things, how many starts Jack Campbell will need to be playoff ready, the question of resting players as the postseason approaches, and the powerplay going 0/5 in the last two games (17:40). Afterwards, Brett Hull stops by to talk about Auston Matthews and milestone chasing, the playoffs, his own career, and the difficulty opponents will have in shutting down Matthews and Marner (42:06). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

67 min listen

Carey Price Check-in & the Surging Cole Caufield w/ Renaud Lavoie: TVA's Renaud Lavoie stops by to discuss the communication habits of GMs with insiders, when we might be able to expect to see Carey Price in net, what's changed for Cole Caufield over these past few months, Martin St. Louis' impact on the team and his future with the organization, Saturday night's matchup against the Leafs, and Brendan Gallagher's comments on Tim Stützle (0:50). To wrap, Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam take your comments and answer your questions (21:50)! Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

39 min listen

The Finishing Touches with Sheldon Keefe by Real Kyper & Bourne

40 min listen

Leafs Fight Back & Create Their Own Fate: Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne & Producer Sammy start off by looking back on the Leafs' effort in Washington, earning the 4-3 shootout win. The share their takeaways from the game including Erik Källgren's strong finish and Alex Ovechkin's injury, and further the conversation about resting Mitch & Auston (00:20). After the break, Capitals' analyst Alan May weighs in on the impact of not having Ovi on the ice, before sharing his thoughts on a Tampa Bay-Toronto potential first rounder, what Washington needs to put together another Cup run, and the issues surrounding the Vegas Golden Knights (43:17). Watch on YouTube. 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

65 min listen

Keeping the Intensity for Game 2: Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Producer Sammy start off today looking ahead to Game 2 between the Leafs and Lightning! Jon Cooper leads Kyper's Clippers with his take on the Leafs' Game 1 performance and the resiliency of his team in the postseason, before we hear from Leafs' Head Coach Sheldon Keefe (01:57)! Afterwards, the fellas chat about the Leafs' solid defensive depth heading into tonight and how the addition of Jake Muzzin impacted the group (28:42). Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph discusses Jon Cooper downplaying the Game 1 loss, the importance of Toronto getting their stars going, who cracks the 4th line tonight and how the team deploys their speed to their advantage (41:16). To wrap up, the fellas chat about William Nylander's pre-game sickness prior to the opener (59:03). Watch on YouTube. 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 by Real Kyper & Bourne

65 min listen

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Steve Valiquette's Goalie Report: Playoff Edition

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