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Sticks in the 6ix

Andrew Forbes & Peter Baracchinibleav.com
A hockey podcast delving into the game in Toronto, including the Maple Leafs, Marlies and the Six. A proud member of The Hockey Podcast Network family.
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Episodes

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 94 - Matthews’ Contract Talk & Breaking Down the Quotes

On this week's episode of the show, the boys discuss the ongoing turmoil with Hockey Canada and the response from some star players like Connor McDavid and Cale Makar. They also discuss whether it's worth even talking about Matthews' next contract and why Shawn Simpson's comments aren't even relevant for another year. This episode is sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook.

Sep 17, 202257 minEp. 94

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 93 - Projecting the Maple Leafs’ Season

On this week's episode of the show, the boys discuss their breakout candidates and repeat performances for the Toronto Maple Leafs this season. They also fire off some Quick Fire predictions and share some big news for the upcoming season. This episode is sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook.

Sep 09, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 93

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 92 - Ranking Murray + Samsonov Amongst the Atlantic

In this week's episode of the show, the boys welcome you back for Season 3 and discuss the Rasmus Sandin situation. They also breakdown the Atlantic Division and rank the Murray/Samsonov duo amongst the rest of the division. This episode is presented by DraftKings Sportsbook.

Sep 03, 20221 hr 23 minEp. 92

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 91 - All Aboard the Matt Murray Train

On this week's episode of the podcast, the boys close out Season 2 discussing the continue trials surrounding Hockey Canada as well as the most recent moves by the Maple Leafs - including re-signing Pierre Engvall and bringing in Victor Mete, Jordie Benn and Calle Jarnkrok. They close it out inviting all of Leafs Nation to join them on the Matt Murray train ahead of 2022-23.

Jul 31, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 91

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 90 - Minten, Moldenhauer & Murray

On this week's episode of the podcast, the boys discuss the Fraser Minten and Nicholas Moldenhauer picks and Peter's time at the 2022 NHL Draft in Montreal. They also delve into free agency and the Maple Leafs move to pick up a new goalie tandem in Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov for the 2022-23 season.

Jul 15, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 90

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 89 - Kadri’s Cup & Liljegren’s Back

On this episode of the show, the boys discuss the Avalanche and Nazem Kadri winning the Stanley Cup, the Maple Leafs re-signing Timothy Liljegren and share their thoughts on a Matthews trade. And what about shirts off at Starbucks? All that and more.

Jul 02, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 89

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 88 - Maple Leafs’ MVP & Making Moves (ft. Michael Augello)

On this week's episode of the show, the boys get together to discuss the NHL Awards, including Auston Matthews for the Hart and Ted Lindsay, and the federal government freezing Hockey Canada funding. We also welcome Hockeybuzz's Michael Augello to the show to discuss all things Maple Leafs for the offseason ahead.

Jun 23, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 88

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 87 - Leafs Have Possibilities Between the Pipes

On this episode of the show, Peter and Alex discuss the numerous options for the Maple Leafs between the pipes for next season with the questions surrounding Jack Campbell. They also discuss Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and what to expect moving forward.

Jun 18, 202249 minEp. 87

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 86 - Campbell, Kaše Contracts & Kane on Kadri (ft. Kiana Scott)

On this episode of the podcast, the guys discuss the reality of Jack Campbell and Ondrej Kaše signing back with the Maple Leafs as well as the Makar offside and the Evander Kane hit on Nazem Kadri. They also welcome Erie Otters' scout Kiana Scott to the show to discuss her role with the team and as the first female scout in the OHL.

Jun 06, 20221 hr 42 minEp. 86

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 85 - Goodbye, Jason Spezza

On this week's episode of the podcast, the guys discuss Jason Spezza's retirement and new job with the organization, they chat about the organizational depth and options for next season and what to expect in the Western Conference Final between the Colorado Avalanche and Edmonton Oilers.

May 30, 20221 hr 20 minEp. 85

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 84 - Signing Giordano & the ’Summer of Kawhi’

On this week's episode of the podcast, the guys discuss the Maple Leafs' extension with Mark Giordano, the possible replacements for Jack Campbell and whether we should look for a 'summer of Kawhi' type of deal. They also talk about the Kadri-Binnington incident and the state of the game. This episode was sponsored by DraftKings.

May 23, 20221 hr 32 minEp. 84

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 83 - Maple Leafs, Round 1, Rinse & Repeat

On this week's episode of the show, the guys discuss the Maple Leafs' series with the Tampa Bay Lightning following another first-round exit. They suggest what might be next for the team in the upcoming offseason and who might not be with the club to start the 2022-23 NHL season.

May 17, 20221 hr 30 minEp. 83

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 82 - Panic! After Game 4

This week's episode features Peter and Andrew following the Maple Leafs' disappointing loss in Game 4 against the Lightning and why it's not time to panic if you're part of Leafs Nation. They discuss the team's depth so far in the playoffs, Sheldon Keefe's shuffling of the lines and what to expect in Game 5 between the Maple Leafs and Lightning.

May 09, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 82

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 81 - Leafs, Lightning & the Passion Pledge

On this episode of Sticks in the 6ix, the boys discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' first-round matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning, the goaltending matchup and their respective x-factors. They also make their first-round playoff predictions and introduce the podcast's Passion Pledge.

May 02, 20221 hr 39 minEp. 81

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 80 - Wandering Willy Back on Track

On this episode of the podcast, Alex and Peter discuss the Auston Matthews injury, what the Maple Leafs need to do to be successful heading into the postseason and look at William Nylander's sudden offensive resurgence. They also honour the late Mike Bossy, as the hockey world loses one of the greatest goal scorers of all-time. This episode is brought to you by the folks at DraftKings.

Apr 21, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 80

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 79 - Meet the Real MVP, Auston Matthews

On this week's episode of the show, Alex and Peter get going on Auston Matthews' 50 goals in 50 games. They discuss if he's the favourite to take home the Hart Trophy and how the league may have finally got it right with Evgeni Malkin's four-game suspension. All that and more. This episode was also sponsored by DraftKings.

Apr 14, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 79

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 78 - Matthews Ties Vaive

On this episode of the podcast, Peter and Andrew discuss the returns of Jack Campbell and Jake Muzzin, the Maple Leafs' dominance against Atlantic Division rivals and Auston Matthews' single-season record-tying goal. They also discuss the OHL's recent suspensions stemming from the Niagara IceDogs leadership group. This episode is also sponsored by DraftKings.

Apr 07, 202248 minEp. 78

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 75 - Campbell Out, Källgren In & Matthews’ Suspension

On this week's episode of the show, the guys discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' recent play and what to do in net with Jack Campbell out with an injury and Petr Mrazek struggling. They share their thoughts on Erik Källgren's early stint with the big club and don't hold back when it comes to Auston Matthews' suspension for cross-checking.

Mar 18, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 75

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 74 - Simmonds’ Milestone & the Hart Debate

On this week's episode, the guys run the rumour mill around Marc-Andre Fleury and the Maple Leafs goaltending, as well as discuss Wayne Simmonds reaching the 1,000-game milestone. The episode wouldn't be complete without a full-blown Hart Trophy debate - is it Auston Matthews or Igor Shesterkin?

Mar 10, 20221 hr 33 minEp. 74

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 73 - Crease Concerns & Tavares’ Slump

On this week's episode of the podcast, the guys discuss the rumours surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs heading towards the deadline - including J.T. Miller, and more. They also discuss Muzzin's trip to the LTIR, concerns around the crease in Toronto and Tavares' goal slump. Thoughts up to Rodion Amirov.

Feb 28, 20221 hr 27 minEp. 73

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 72 - Ritchie Out & Loving Lyubushkin

On this week's episode of the show, the guys discuss Kyle Dubas' trade sending Nick Ritchie to the Arizona Coyotes, acquiring Ilya Lyubushkin and how the Maple Leafs' defence corp will look following the deal. They also share their thoughts on Canada's gold medal in women's hockey and some of the standout players from their run.

Feb 21, 20221 hr 20 minEp. 72

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 69 - Hockey Day Done the Bunting Way

On this week's episode of Sticks in the 6ix, the guys discuss Michael Bunting's performance on Hockey Day in Canada against the Detroit Red Wings, a possible Josh Manson trade and Josh Ho-Sang being named to Team Canada's Olympic squad.

Jan 31, 20221 hr 45 minEp. 69

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 68 - Purposeless Leafs, Petr Mrazek & Hockey’s Problem

In this week's episode of Sticks in the 6ix, the guys discuss possible trade options for the Toronto Maple Leafs on the back end, spreading out the playing time between Jack Campbell and Petr Mrazek and Sheldon Keefe's recent comments regarding the team's play. They also discuss recent racial gestures made by players in the AHL and ECHL and whether or not zero tolerance will be the next step for all leagues.

Jan 24, 20221 hr 29 minEp. 68

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 67 - Olympics, All-Stars & Gettin’ Pissy

On this week's episode of the podcast, the guys discuss Maple Leafs' prospects heading to the Olympics in Beijing and Jack Campbell's all-star nomination. They share their thoughts on the NHL's All-Star Game, Willie O'Ree's jersey retirement and the debacle the Oilers have become in Edmonton. All that and more on Ep. 67 of the show.

Jan 19, 20221 hr 51 minEp. 67

Sticks in the 6ix - Ep. 66 - The Soupy Truth on Mikheyev & Campbell

After our hiatus, the guys are back with a new episode of Sticks in the 6ix where they discuss the upcoming contracts of Ilya Mikheyev and Jack Campbell, the possibility of early trade candidates and the recent play of Alex Kerfoot. They also discuss the NHL's lack of involvement with the Hockey Diversity Alliance's new #TapeOutHate campaign.

Jan 10, 20221 hr 57 minEp. 66
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