Easton Cowan Scouting Report with Mark Hunter

Time's Up: Where the Leafs Stand After the Deadline: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about Harri Säteri being claimed off of waivers by the Coyotes, the moves the Leafs have made, before we hear from Kyle Dubas at his media availability (1:30). Next, the fellas chat about some of Dubas' comments, whether or not the Leafs should have gone in on a goalie, what to expect from Mark Giordano, the defensive pairings, thoughts on Ondřej Kaše's injury, Travis Dermott's departure, and Claude Giroux heading to the Panthers (12:06). Next, PJ Stock joins the guys to comment on the job Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have done so far in Montreal, the team's decision to trade Artturi Lehkonen to the Avalanche, the Leafs' acquisition of Mark Giordano, whether now is the time for GMs to reward their teams, and what it takes to be built for playoff success (56:50). Watch on YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the p by Real Kyper & Bourne

79 min listen

Next Gen Gio: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about the Dadonov trade situation and who's at fault, before pivoting to a discussion about the Leafs' Next Gen jerseys and Justin Bieber being an ambassador for the Buds (2:30). Next, we hear from Sheldon Keefe on Petr Mrazek getting the start against the Devils, before the guys touch on why clearing waivers is so demoralizing, and a possible Leafs-Bruins first-round matchup (20:10). Later, Eric Francis stops by to discuss the Leafs' first round playoff opponent, Mark Giordano thoughts, Johnny Gaudreau's stellar season, and ideal playoff matchups for the Flames (43:30). 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

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

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

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

Ben Chiarot Checks in + FAN Question Friday! by Real Kyper & Bourne

40 min listen

Kyle Dubas' Post Trade Deadline Check-In: Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Kyle Dubas joins Real Kyper & Bourne on the heels of the trade deadline! He shares his thoughts on the team's latest roster acquisitions, Mark Giordano's role on the blue line, his confidence in his current goaltenders, what's next for Matthews Knies, Colin Blackwell's fit and what the future holds for Nick Robertson (01:59). 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

25 min listen

Patrolling the Atlantic with JovoCop: Real Kyper & Bourne are joined by former NHLer Ed Jovanovski to share his thoughts on last night's Panthers-Leafs clash, the physical style of play Florida embodies every game, and weighs in on Aaron Ekblad's high ankle sprain (00:06). To wrap up the show, Nick, Justin & Sam look ahead to a heavy stretch of games for the Maple Leafs and question when we may see Jack Campbell return to the crease and how the Leafs' lines might shape up come playoff time (18:40). 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

Evaluating Toronto's Defensive Boost with Mike Kelly: Real Kyper & Bounre are joined by Mike Kelly to look back on yesterday's trade deadline and shares his thoughts on Minnesota's moves to improve, Toronto acquiring Mark Giordano and Colin Blackwell, and if Boston payed a fair price for Hampus Lindholm (00:07). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam break down what led up to Kyle Dubas and Kyle Davidson's dispute, identify who classifies as an elite goalie in the NHL, and sort thought some of tonight's best bets (16:03)! 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 or any affiliates. by Real Kyper & Bourne

36 min listen

Gio's Blue Line Role + Chris Gear on the Dadonov Trade Mess: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam touch on the Evgenii Dadonov Golden Knights-Ducks trade mess, and how the deal is stuck in limbo (0:30). Next, the guys chat about Mark Giordano being paired with Timothy Liljegren, why the fit makes sense, and which goaltender should get the start against New Jersey (14:47). Then we hear some Giordano audio, and the guys discuss what it's like to play for your hometown, and the winners and losers of the deadline (27:28). Afterwards, Chris Gear goes in-depth on the Dadonov situation, what exactly is holding up the trade, how the league allows teams to handle no-trade lists, what happens if the deal is nullified, and the pandemic's impact on the salary cap (43:18). 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 affiliate. by Real Kyper & Bourne

68 min listen

Remembering Melnyk and Looking Ahead with Wayne Scanlan: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam look ahead to tonight's Leafs-Bruins, whether it's William Nylander or John Tavares clogging up the second line (0:56). Next, we hear some Sheldon Keefe sound, and the guys discuss question marks with the fourth line (6:58). Afterwards, Andrew Raycroft tees up tonight's game, and chats about the Ullmark-Swayman combo in net, the elite D pairing of Lindholm and McAvoy, Patrice Bergeron's veteran impact, and favourable playoff matchups (21:18). Later, Wayne Scanlan phones in to share his thoughts on the late Eugene Melnyk, his impact on the Senators organization, what's to come next in Ottawa, the confidence in the young Sens, and who might take over the team (41:00). 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

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

41 min listen

Marner and Mrázek Win Big on Oscars Night by Real Kyper & Bourne

65 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

Auston's Pursuit of 50 with Rick Vaive: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about the Leafs and Bruins possibly meeting up in the playoffs (yet again), what's impressed them the most about Boston, Saturday's Toronto-Montreal matchup and why it's the perfect spot for Petr Mrázek (0:28). Next, Rick Vaive stops by to chat about his record for most goals in a season by a Maple Leaf, Auston Matthews' pursuit of it, Matthews cross-checking Rasmus Dahlin, the team's playoff chances, and his signature stick (20:02). Afterwards, Doug MacLean stops by with some Leafs-Bruins playoff thoughts, Max Domi the Hurricane, why he's sick of stashing players for later, unknown players making an impact, and the Dadonov situation (41:09). 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

The Bounce-Back Mentality with Brian Boucher: Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Brian Boucher, former NHL goalie & current ESPN analyst, to chat about Marc-André Fleury's trade to Minnesota, before breaking down Petr Mrazek's bounce back performance in Wednesday's win and sharing some his own experience bouncing back from hardships (00:46). To wrap up today, Nick, Justin and Sam brainstorm ways how the NHL can fix their LTIR salary cap problem and sort through the Leafs' ideal first round playoff matchups (15:25). 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

37 min listen

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

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

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

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 Set to Dance with the Devils: Real Kyper & Bourne react to the latest development in Evgenii Dadonov's trade to Anaheim before voice of the New Jersey Devils Ken Daneyko joins! He looks ahead to tonight's matchup in Toronto, highlight's Nico Daws' strong play of late, before discussing Jack Hughes' integral role in the lineup and his recently signed contract (02:47). To wrap up, Nick, Justin & Sam take a step back and ask if the NHL should redefine their awards, before discussing Roman Josi's Calder case and JB's best betting lines from tonight's Leafs game (17:54). 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

38 min listen

Time to Reshape the Leafs' Second Line?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam chat about how the Leafs' Next Gen jerseys looked last night in their matchup against the Devils game, the tripping call against Mark Giordano that was reversed, and how the defenceman looked in his blue & white debut (2:18). Next, they touch on Petr Mrazek's outing, Pierre Engvall's short-handed game winner, and the second line's struggles (17:26). Then they discuss the Leafs' dangerous penalty kill, how Colin Blackwell looked on the fourth line, and Jason Spezza being 10 points away from 1000 (30:41). Afterwards, Aaron Ward touches on what Giordano brings to Toronto's locker room, his ability to close space in the defensive zone, whether the Leafs have a depth line that can be successful in the playoffs, the Leafs' defence corps and pairings, whether the Ducks should've kept Hampus Lindholm, and his thoughts on the Western Conference (41:18). YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those by Real Kyper & Bourne

66 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

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

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

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

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

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

Leafs Set a "Franchise Record"?: Kyper, Bourne and Producer Sam recap the weekend that was for the Leafs with the team earning wins against the Senators and Islanders, the play of William Nylander against New York, how Pierre Engvall has stepped up, the team setting a new record with 50 wins in a season, and the play of Matt Barzal (1:01). Next they touch on Auston Matthews getting the night off, the importance of resting as the postseason approaches, managing the blue line as playoffs start, and Jack Campbell's play on Sunday night (21:08). Afterwards, Gord Stellick shares his thoughts on the Leafs hitting 50 wins, how he'd manage the goaltending, the likelihood of Jake Muzzin returning for the playoffs, and the team's depth coming through (42:05). 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

64 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

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Easton Cowan Scouting Report with Mark Hunter

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