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The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

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A weekly look at the Toronto Maple Leafs with The Athletic's Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle, featuring in-depth coverage of the Blue and White throughout the NHL season.

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Monday · 57 min
The Maple Leafs are falling apart. Can they find their way out?
The Maple Leafs 6 game home-stand hasn't gotten off to a great start. The Leafs are 0-3, ahead of games against Colorado, Minnesota and Edmonton still to come. The Leafs are 7th in the Atlantic division, they are tied for 24th in offence, the dominant penalty kill has come back to Earth after a red hot start, the injuries continue to pile up and Jim Hiller has yet to make his mark behind the bench yet. Jonas and James discuss all of this and answer your questions on the pod-bag. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
November 4 · 50 min
Can the Leafs still be an elite team?
The Maple Leafs 6 game home-stand against playoff teams got off on the wrong foot on Tuesday with a frustrating loss to the Utah Mammoth. The guys discuss the play of offseason pickups Sergei Bobrovsky and Nick Paul, the Leafs future salary cap issues, they provide an update on John Tavares and ask could the Leafs be in play to acquire superstar Nikita Kucherov? Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 27 · 46 min
Should the Leafs be worried about Sergei Bobrovsky?
Sergey Bobrovsky hasn't quite found his groove yet as the Maple Leafs goalie. Jonas and James discuss Bob's season to date, the Leafs standout penalty kill and powerplay, the injuries that have dominated this team so far, including the latest to Kirill Marchenko, what if any available assets John Chayka has to deal for a much needed defensemen and the feel good, emergence of the Leafs fourth line. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 21 · 46 min
Auston Matthews is looking like a superstar again for the Leafs
Auston Matthews has been the difference maker that the Maple Leafs need to have success. Easton Cowan has taken the leap as a player that the team can count on, and Gavin McKenna is settling in after his benching earlier this season from head coach Jim Hiller. Jonas Siegel and guest co-host Chris Johnston discuss the Maple Leafs highs and lows as the season reaches the 11 game mark. Hosts: Jonas Siegel With: Chris Johnston Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 14 · 41 min
Are the Leafs trending in the right direction?
The Maple Leafs ended their first road trip of the season with a record of 1-1-1. The guys discuss the struggles of goalie Anthony Stolarz and defenseman Morgan Rielly in the loss to Utah, how the defensive pairings look without Chris Tanev, they critique the play of Kirill Marchenko, William Nylander and Auston Matthews, how the team is using Gavin McKenna, the outstanding penalty kill, the middling powerplay and if there are any pieces available to acquire a number one defenceman? Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 9 · 36 min
The Maple Leafs have been an early-season rollercoaster
The Maple Leafs are 2-2-1 to start the season. Jonas and James look back on the shootout loss in Vegas and the comeback win over the Predators in Toronto. They discuss the goaltending tandem of Sergei Bobrovsky and Anthony Stolarz, the top 6 which continues to get tweaked by head coach Jim Hiller, Gavin McKenna getting that monkey off his back, the more dependable third line this year from last and a work in progress fourth line which welcomes the just recalled Miles Wood ahead of games vs the Avalanche and Mammoth on Saturday and Tuesday. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 1 · 45 min
How real is Easton Cowan’s hot start?
Easton Cowan leads the Leafs in scoring after two games. Jonas and James discuss his progression and the improvement on the Leafs third line with Nick Paul and Colton Sissons and the penalty kill from last season. The guys talk about the early season struggles of Tavares, Nylander and McKenna, blueline newcomer Darryn Raddysh and dynamic power forward Kirill Marchenko. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 28 · 21 min
Maple Leafs acquire Kirill Marchenko on eve of season
The Maple Leafs acquired star winger Kirill Marchenko from the Blue Jackets on Monday afternoon, and immediately signed him to a 75 million, 6 year extension which will kick in next season. Jonas and James react to this shocking deal on the eve of the season, if Marchenko plays on the Matthews or Tavares line and why the Leafs seemed to give up on fan favourite Matthew Knies. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 25 · 56 min
How good will the rebuilt Maple Leafs be this season?
With training camp coming to an end, and the Maple Leafs enjoying some down time at Auston Matthews house in Arizona, Jonas and James discuss Gavin McKenna skating on a line with John Tavares and William Nylander, Jack Roslovic playing right wing with Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly paired with Darren Raddysh on the number one defensive unit and Zack MacEwen replacing Steven Lorentz on the roster ahead of the Leafs opening night game vs the Montreal Canadiens. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 17 · 49 min
Who will Gavin McKenna skate with at Leafs camp?
Maple Leafs training camp is underway, and all eyes are on first overall pick Gavin McKenna. The Leaf Report with Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle returns for another season to discuss the Leafs blue chip prospect, where McKenna fits into the lineup and how the other lines shape up under new head coach Jim Hiller. They guys tackle the defence pairings, Morgan Rielly and Matthew Knies remaining in Toronto after a summer of trade rumours, and the addition of Sergey Bobrovsky, who solidifies the goaltending position for the Maple Leafs. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 2 · 1 hr 8 min
Are the Maple Leafs better after a very active July 1st?
The Maple Leafs were the busiest team on the first day of free agency, acquiring Nick Paul via trade, and Colton Sissons, Brandon Duhaime, Teddy Blueger and Jack Roslivic and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky via free agency. Jonas and James discuss the job that new General Manager John Chayka did and if the moves are enough to make the Maple Leafs a contending team in the NHL again? Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 30 · 55 min
What will Gavin McKenna's impact be with the Maple Leafs?
The Maple Leafs drafted 10 players on the weekend, including first overall pick Gavin McKenna. Scott Wheeler joins Jonas and James to dissect the Leaf picks, including where McKenna best fits on the Leafs roster. With Free Agency opening up on Canada Day, and the trade market already on a heaterm the guys look at some of the more intriguing names available, including Zach Werenski, Mason Marchment and Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle With: Scott Wheeler Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 19 · 38 min
Darren Raddysh deal is high risk, high reward for Maple Leafs
The Maple Leafs kick started the off-season with a trade and signing for former Lightning defender Darren Raddysh. The Toronto native signs an 8 year contract to come home to the GTA to quarterback the power-play. Jonas and James discuss the right handed shots strengths and weaknesses, how he fits in with the club and what might be next for the Maple Leafs leading up to the draft. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 18 · 31 min
Why Jim Hiller is the right choice for the Maple Leafs
Jim Hiller becomes the 41st head coach in the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Jonas and James discuss why Hiller was the right choice for the Leafs right now, his relationship with Auston Matthews and William Nylander and his flexibility on systems and coaching to his roster's strengths. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 16 · 31 min
Making sense of the Joseph Woll trade
Maple Leafs General Manager John Chayka made his first major move, dealing Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to Philadelphia for Samuel Ersson, Emil Andrae and a 2026 third-round pick. Jonas and James try to make sense of the deal and clear up the Leafs cloudy goaltending situation, they provide an update on the Leafs coaching search, the rumours surrounding Morgan Rielly, and they look ahead to the draft in Buffalo next week. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 9 · 49 min
Should the Maple Leafs trade Matthew Knies?
The Maple Leafs are in the final phase of the search for a new head coach, with five candidates remaining. Jonas and James wonder if the Leafs should just wait until Bruce Cassidy is free and clear of the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss the trade that wasn't, involving Matthew Knies to Montreal, and if the Leafs should go after Dylan Larkin? They talk about Max Domi's health, the success of Mitch Marner in the Stanley Cup Final, how Mike Babcock will fit in as the coach of the Edmonton Oilers and they remember former General Manager Cliff Fletcher who passed away at the age of 90 last week. Hosts: Jonas Siegel & James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 2 · 35 min
Toronto Maple Leafs annual State of the Franchise
The Maple Leafs are in a transition this off-season, with a new front office and a laundry list of player evaluation decisions to make. Jonas Siegel is joined by Sean McIndoe to discuss if the number one pick should be in play, will Auston Matthews return to form as a Leaf, or for another team? Should Matthew Knies join Morgan Rielly on the trade block, and who the Leafs should hire as their next head coach? Plus Down Goes Brown offers his opinion on Mitch Marner's dynamic playoff run with the Vegas Golden Knights. Hosts: Jonas Siegel With Sean McIndoe Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13 · 40 min
Who will replace Berube behind the Maple Leafs bench?
Toronto Maple Leaf General Manager John Chayka relieved Craig Berube of his coaching duties after only two years behind the Leafs bench on Wednesday morning. Jonas and James discuss Berube's tenure as the Leafs head coach and they take a look at some of the candidates that might be on the list to be the 42nd coach in Maple Leaf history. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 6 · 34 min
Should the Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna with their first pick?
On the heels of the Maple Leafs winning the draft lottery, Jonas and James welcome draft and prospect insider Scott Wheeler to discuss the pros and cons of the Leafs selecting dynamic winger Gavin McKenna with the first pick. They profile other options including Swedish winger Ivar Stenberg, American defensemen Chase Reid and Canadian centre Caleb Malhotra, and James and Jonas wonder if this good news for the Leafs, changes Auston Matthews outlook on staying with Toronto. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle With: Scott Wheeler Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 5 · 42 min
Analyzing the Maple Leafs' unusual new front office and bizarre introductory press conference.
The Maple Leafs brand new hockey operations department was announced on Monday. Jonas and James discuss the addition of John Chayka as General Manager and Mats Sundin as senior executive advisor, and a strange uncomfortable press conference held by Keith Pelley, with more questions left unanswered by the head of Maple Leaf Sport and Entertainment. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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