Greetings from the bunker! Justin and Mike come to you in the midst of their social distancing to provide updates on all things NHL. How does the CDC's recommendation to ban all large gatherings for 60 days impact the league's return? Will the proposed 24-team play-in tournament preserve the integrity of the Stanley Cup? Will Jeremy Jacobs and the Boston Bruins eventually be shamed into paying their employees? The boys attempt to answer these questions and a whole more. Stay safe and STAY INSIDE...
Mar 17, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome to the daily podcast era! For the next little while, Live Laugh Leafs will be coming at you every day with updates regarding the NHL's handling of the COVID-19 situation and the future of the league. On today's episode, Justin and Mike break down Gary Bettman's optimistic statement about the NHL's return to action, the potential health risks posed by a shortened offseason, and then finally dive into how certain team owners are financially supporting their arena staff during the current h...
Mar 14, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
It's a podcast we never thought we'd have to do. Due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 virus, the NHL suspended the regular season on Thursday morning for precautionary reasons. Justin and Mike try to grapple with the situation and discuss what a potentially hockey-less few months might look like, while also charting a course ahead. Stay safe out there, friends! We're all in this together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 13, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Who are the Toronto Maple Leafs? We don’t know! Mere days after getting swept by the three worst teams in the Western Conference, the Leafs came back home on Tuesday night and promptly bounced the juggernaut Tampa Bay Lightning. Justin and Mike delve into everything about the game: Morgan Rielly’s return, Frederik Andersen’s resurgence, the new media access rules, and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 11, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 17
We made it! The Leafs finished off their California road trip on Friday night with a third straight loss, but the real winner is you, the fan, for sticking with them throughout it all. Justin and Mike break down Toronto's loss to the flailing Ducks by attempting to figure out just what exactly is wrong with them. Why does Mitch Marner look so mortal? Why can't a team of offensive superstars score a goal? Is time real or is it merely a construct? All those questions and more are answered on anoth...
Mar 07, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 16
It's another Late Night edition of Live Laugh Leafs! The Leafs exited the second game of their California road trip by shutting out the Los Angeles Kings and still finding a way to lose. How? The shootout, that's how! Justin and Mike break down all the pertinent details of the night including Frederik Andersen's resurgence, Sheldon Keefe's constant line shuffling, the roster "seat-fillers", and more. PLUS, the boys comb through Brendan Shanahan's impromptu press conference on Thursday for hidden...
Mar 06, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 15
It's Live Laugh Leafs: After Dark! In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, Justin and Mike break down the Maple Leafs' brutal showing versus the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night to kick off the team's California road trip. The boys talk weird lineup changes, Jack Campbell's brilliance, Rasmus Sandin's scratch, and much more. Come on and join the fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 04, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The Maple Leafs won but the REAL story of the night was Martin Marincin’s highlight reel goal. Justin and Mike break down all the action while also delving into Sheldon Keefe’s line juggling and the blue line’s ascension. Plus, Justin finally SNAPS on Mike for even suggesting a goaltending controversy could be brewing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 01, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Reeling from the loss of Jake Muzzin, the Maple Leafs stormed into Florida for the biggest game of their season and came away with a vital two points. Justin and Mike break down the victory and answer a number of tantalizing questions. Is Zach Hyman the perfect hockey player? Where did Kasperi Scrapanen come from? Is Frederik Andersen in danger of losing the starter’s role? Listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 28, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 12
The Maple Leafs bounced back from Zamboni Gate on Thursday night to beat the high-flying Tampa Bay Lightning. Justin and Mike break down the victory (and the David Ayres Media Tour) before recapping the trade deadline. Should the Leafs have made a move? Listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The dumbest team of all time did the dumbest thing of all time and we get to talk about it. Fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 23, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Worry no more, folks! The Leafs are good again. Justin and Mike break down Toronto’s dominating performance versus the Pittsburgh Penguins and discuss everything that went into the victory: Kasperi Kapanen’s resurgence, Frederik Andersen stopping pucks again, Denis Malgin’s debut, etc. PLUS, the boys do a little rumour roundup ahead of Monday’s trade deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 21, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Well, they can't fire the coach this time. The Leafs put forth another horrific effort on Tuesday night versus the Penguins, leaving Justin and Mike flummoxed as to what they do next. Does this team deserve reinforcements via trade, or should they be left to figure it out themselves? How much of their recent dip is on a struggling Frederik Andersen? Will the trade deadline offer a glimpse of hope? These questions and more are answered on another riled-up pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Feb 19, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens try valiantly to find some positives in the Leafs’ embarrassing showing in Buffalo. Can health be used as an excuse? Is Alexander Kerfoot long for this team? Why are NHL refs so bad? The answer to those questions and more will be revealed in a power-packed pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 17, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 8
The Athletic’s Ian Tulloch joins the show to break down the Leafs’ unspectacular win over the Ottawa Senators. The boys then discuss the reported Jake Muzzin extension, Travis Dermott's recent woes, how Andreas Johnsson impacts Toronto's trade deadline plans, and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens break down the Leafs’ thoroughly annoying loss to the Dallas Stars tonight. Does Toronto know when the games start? But the boys will discuss that and many more scintillating topics on this power-packed pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens break down the Leafs' 3-2 overtime victory over the Arizona Coyotes, which included another legendary performance by Zach Hyman. Also, is Jack Campbell saving the Leafs' season? The boys certainly think so. Mix in a little Timothy Liljegren talk and a debate about Frederik Andersen's future, and you've got yourself a pod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens break down another disappointing third period collapse by the Leafs. Are shots overrated? The Leafs certainly think so, as they decided not to put any pucks on net for an entire period. But Tyson Barrie certainly likes to shoot, causing the boys to get heated over point shots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 09, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens react to the Leafs' panic-riddled overtime win over the Anaheim Ducks and break down the debuts of Jack Campbell and Kyle Clifford. Plus, Cody Ceci is injured and the Leafs now have a ton of cap space. How should they use it? The boys discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 08, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Maple Leafs reporter Justin Cuthbert and NHL Analyst Mike Stephens break down the Leafs' embarrassing defeat at the hands of the New York Rangers and, in a SHOCKING twist, react to the Jack Campbell trade that broke literal minutes before recording. It's an upgrade, but at what cost? Witness Mike bid farewell to his shining light, Trevor Moore, in an emotion debut episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 06, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 1
