Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs
Michael DiStefano, Locked On Podcast Network, Dave Morassutti
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Locked On Leafs podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the National Hockey League. Hosted by TSN 105’s Mike DiStefano and Sportsnet’s David Morassutti, the Locked On Leafs podcast provides your daily Maple Leafs fix with expert opinions, local analysis, great guest interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Leafs franchise. Locked On Leafs takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Leafs locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Leafs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Locked On Leafs podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the National Hockey League. Hosted by TSN 105’s Mike DiStefano and Sportsnet’s David Morassutti, the Locked On Leafs podcast provides your daily Maple Leafs fix with expert opinions, local analysis, great guest interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Leafs franchise. Locked On Leafs takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Leafs locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Leafs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
We get into the final 10 of our top 25 Toronto Maple Leafs of the last quarter-century. Who will claim the coveted spots 10 through 6? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti continue on with their list, with a former captain getting on Dave's list. Mike and Dave look at a few players who had underappreciated careers in Toronto. Mike and Dave bring up one current player on the Leafs who has been getting mixed reviews from the fanbase but why he deserves to be in the top 10.
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Nick Robertson face arbitration. Will his performance justify a bigger payday or will he get a smaller raise than expected? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti analyze Robertson's 15-goal season and its implications for his contract negotiations. The hosts continue their countdown of the top 25 Leafs players from the past quarter-century, spotlighting fan favourites and one player who brought in the playoffs.
The Toronto Maple Leafs top 25 countdown continues with some nostalgia being thrown in to the next part of the episode. Who made the cut for spots 20-16? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti continue to break down their personal rankings of Toronto's top players from the past quarter-century. The hosts debate the merits of fan favourites against statistical standouts. They also discuss Dakota Joshua speaking about his trade to Toronto and the number he is going to wear with the Leafs.
Who are the top 25 Toronto Maple Leafs of the last quarter-century? The debate begins with a bang as Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti unveil their rankings for players 25-21. From underrated producers to walking band-aids, the duo dissects the careers of some recent Leafs. Dave starts with his list as the gloves come off, as Mike challenges Dave's shocking omission from his list. Then Mike provides his list with one interesting player getting the call while both Mike and Dave include an active Leafs player.
The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their roster trading for Dakota Joshua trade in an intriguing move. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti discuss the latest move by Brad Treliving that brings a familiar face back to Toronto. They look at how the hard-hitting forward brings the style of play that will lend itself well to Craig Berube's system. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the suddenly crowded forward group, exploring possible line combinations and speculating on future trades to balance the roster.
The Toronto Maple Leafs schedule is out and there's a lot to digest with some key dates including Mitch Marner's return. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti dissect the Leafs' 2025-26 schedule, highlighting crucial matchups, including when Marner will make his return to Scotiabank Arena. The duo looks at Toronto's challenging road-heavy section of the trip and debate the importance of a strong start. They also tackle NHL.com's ranking of top young forwards under 25, with Matthew Knies landing on the list, but are all the players ranked fairly? Mike and Dave debate if there should the ranking should be redone.
The Toronto Maple Leafs send Ryan Reaves off to the San Jose Sharks and Easton Cowan gets a less than ideal prospect ranking. Mike DiStefano breaks down the Reaves trade, analyzing its impact on both teams and the veteran's quest for 1000 NHL games. The discussion shifts to a scathing critique of the NHL's opening night schedule, questioning the league's priorities. To end the show, Mike gives his thoughts Easton Cowan surprisingly low prospect ranking in the Athletic and reasons why that was the case.
The NHL has secured labour peace until 2030, while there could be another trade target the Toronto Maple Leafs could pursue. Mike DiStefano and Davie Morassutti explore a potential trade for Jared McCann from the Seattle Kraken, analyzing his fit within the Leafs' lineup and what a trade could look like. Mike and Dave discuss the implications of the new collective bargaining agreement, including changes to regular season games, contract lengths, and the postseason salary cap. To end the show, they also discuss he introduction of permanent paid positions for emergency backup goaltenders and a surprising element that caught most off guard.
The Toronto Maple Leafs face a crucial decision regarding Nick Robertson's future, but how will the arbitration case influence the outcome? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti analyze how the deal could impact how the Leafs plan to use him next season. Mike gives a look at potential contract comparables for Robertson and how it could impact what he could ask in arbitration. To end the show, Mike and Dave discuss Ryan Reaves' comment about pushing for 1,000 NHL games and how realistic that will be for him, especially with no real path to make the Leafs roster.
Is there another forward the Toronto Maple Leafs could target to improve their top six? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti continue their discussion of targets that would be worthwhile as Dave presents Nick Schmaltz as an ideal trade candidate. Mike and Dave discuss Schmaltz's fit in Toronto's lineup and if the team would have the assets to pull off a deal. Mike and Dave analyze the risk of overevaluating prospects especially when it comes to using them as trade chips.
Could the Toronto Maple Leafs take a page out of the Toronto Blue Jays' playbook? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti dissect the Maple Leafs' offseason strategy, questioning how to change team DNA without major roster overhauls. They provide their takeaways from Matias Maccelli's media availability with reporters. Mike and Dave wonder if a trade is in the works for the team and wonder if Bryan Rust could be a worthwhile trade target. To end the show, the hosts discuss Gavin McKenna planning to head to the NCAA and the tough situation the CHL find themselves in.
It looks like the Toronto Maple Leafs are eyeing Jack Roslovic, but where would he fit on the roster? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti look at the latest rumblings from Elliotte Friedman about Toronto's potentially looking to sign Roslovic, but also wonder what role he would play on the team. Mike and Dave then move on to Nick Robertson's decision to file for arbitration and explore contract projections. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at standouts from development camp, including one prospect who had an impressive 20-pound weight gain.
The Toronto Maple Leafs prospects show their competitive spirit at development camp, and did the team miss out on any other free agent targets? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti break down the fight at development camp and other things we're learning. Mike and Dave look at Nikolaj Ehlers picking his destination, the Leafs failed pursuit of Brock Boeser as the list of missed free agent targets grows. To end the show, they debate whether Mitch Marner's comments on his departure to Vegas should make people question his commitment during his final Leafs season.
What could the Toronto Maple Leafs depth chart look like with the roster starting to take shape, and which prospects should we be eyeing at development camp? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti provide their own depth charts, analyzing potential line combinations and debating the team's most pressing needs. The duo also explore trade targets and which position they think will be the area of need and if there any targets that could be of interest. To end the show, Mike and Dave look at the roster for development camp and who they're hoping to hear about in terms of how they are progressing.
The Toronto Maple Leafs were quiet on the free agent front and Mitch Marner got to speak about his departure. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti dissect the NHL's free agency day, spotlighting the Leafs' strategy. They analyze Mitch Marner's move to Vegas, questioning the recruitment process and Marner's mindset. The duo evaluates potential Leafs targets and explain why exploring trade possibilities would be better.
The Mitch Marner era with the Toronto Maple Leafs has come to an end and the team was busy using up some of that cap space to fill out the roster. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the blockbuster move, analyzing the return for Marner and its implications. Mike and Dave then explore the Leafs' acquisition of Nicolas Roy and Matias Maccelli, discussing how these moves impact the team's depth and roster strategy. To end the show, Mike and Dave then look at some of the other moves the team made and dive into potential free agency targets for Toronto, including whether either Brock Boeser and Nikolaj Ehlers would be on the team's radar.
The heat got turned up on the Mitch Marner saga as the drama between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vegas Golden Knights took an unexpected turn. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the latest developments, including Marner trade rumours and the thought of tampering being brought up. Mike and Dave then discuss John Tavares' team-friendly contract extension and what it says about his commitment. They move on to Matthew Knies' new deal and why it was a win for Brad Treliving, and what it might say to his approach with negotiations.
Brad Treliving talks about Mitch Marner going to market, progress on John Tavares and Matthew Knies' negotiations and more. Mike DiStefano and Davind Morassutti share their thoughts on what Treliving has said about Toronto's big three deals that they are trying to work on. Mike and Dave then discuss how there is hope for the NHL Draft to bring about some moves with many players reportedly on the trading block. To conclude the show, the guys discuss potential CBA changes on the horizon, including an 84-game season and new salary cap rules.
Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs
Locked On Leafs podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the National Hockey League. Hosted by TSN 105’s Mike DiStefano and Sportsnet’s David Morassutti, the Locked On Leafs podcast provides your daily Maple Leafs fix with expert opinions, local analysis, great guest interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Leafs franchise. Locked On Leafs takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Leafs locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Leafs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
