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The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Athletic 437 Episodes Jun 19, 2026

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.

Episodes

Darren Raddysh deal is high risk, high reward for Maple Leafs Jun 19, 2026 38:58 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 Sieg
Why Jim Hiller is the right choice for the Maple Leafs Jun 18, 2026 31:33 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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i
Making sense of the Joseph Woll trade Jun 16, 2026 31:14 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 dr
Should the Maple Leafs trade Matthew Knies? Jun 9, 2026 49:12 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 Mit
Toronto Maple Leafs annual State of the Franchise Jun 2, 2026 35:54 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
Who will replace Berube behind the Maple Leafs bench? May 13, 2026 40:39 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 MirtleProducer: Jeff Domet Hoste
Should the Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna with their first pick? May 6, 2026 34:32 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
Analyzing the Maple Leafs' unusual new front office and bizarre introductory press conference. May 5, 2026 42:42 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 MirtleProducer: Jeff
Is John Chayka really the best option to guide the Maple Leafs? Apr 30, 2026 38:47 With news trickling out about the hiring of a new Maple Leafs management team, Jonas and James discuss the shocking decision by the franchise to reportedly hire John Chayka as the next General Manager, and Mats Sundin as team president. They talk about Tie Domi's involvement in the decision, the possible conflict of interest in hiring Chayka as he is represented by the firm hired by MLSE to look f
Inside the Maple Leafs stunning fall from grace Apr 15, 2026 49:01 With the Leafs season mercifully coming to an end this evening in Ottawa, it’s been a stunning fall for the Maple Leafs, from perennial regular season juggernaut and playoff disappointment to the NHL basement. NHL insider Chris Johnston joins Jonas and Mirtle to discuss the Leafs fall, the influence of Keith Pelley, the AI of it all, and if the right person will be hired to save this franchise, ye
Why is Craig Berube still coaching the Maple Leafs? Apr 7, 2026 42:47 With the Leafs officially eliminated from the playoffs after nine straight playoff seasons, Jonas and James discuss why the Maple Leafs have held on to Craig Berube with Peter Deboer coming off the board, being hired by the New York Islanders this past weekend. Plus the guys talk about Florida Panthers assistant General Manager Sunny Mehta, one of the names the Leafs are interested in as
Is Keith Pelley in over his head as President of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment? Mar 31, 2026 1:12:27 Brad Treliving lasted less than three seasons as General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Monday night, before the Leafs game in Anaheim vs the Ducks, the hockey club announced Treliving's firing after a nightmare season which saw the end of a nine year playoff streak for Toronto. Jonas and James provide reaction from Tuesday's press conference involving MLSE president Keith Pelley, who should

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