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Leafs Morning Take

The Nation Network
Toronto Maple Leafs
Gavin Mckenna
NHL
Mitch Marner
Matthew Knies
Auston Matthews
Craig Berube
NHL Draft
John Tavares
Maple Leafs
John Chayka
Vegas Golden Knights
Montreal Canadiens
Carolina Hurricanes
Florida Panthers
Toronto
Kirill Marchenko
NHL Playoffs
Austin Matthews
Mats Sundin

If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.

This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Recent Guests

Matt Martin
Former Maple Leaf, now Islanders executive
New York Islanders
Episode: Leafs Waste Marchenko Hat Trick, McKenna Benched & Tavares Injured ft. Martin Biron & Matt Martin
Marty Biron
Former NHL goalie and analyst
NHL, Sabres (as analyst)
Episode: Leafs Waste Marchenko Hat Trick, McKenna Benched & Tavares Injured ft. Martin Biron & Matt Martin
Steve Sullivan
Head coach of the Toronto Marlies
Toronto Marlies / Leafs organization
Episode: Tanev OUT Week-to-Week, Leafs Welcome Sabres ft. Steve Sullivan
Paul Bissonnette
Analyst, former player, guest on show
Spit and Chicklets / TNT broadcasts
Episode: Stolarz Stumbles, Leafs Fall Short in Utah ft. Paul Bissonnette
Steve Kouleas
Host of the Power Play for SiriusXM NHL Network Radio
SiriusXM NHL Network Radio
Episode: Tanev Placed on IR, Leafs Visit Utah ft. Steve Kouleas
John-Michael Liles
Former Maple Leafs defenseman, Avs TV analyst
Colorado Avalanche (media) / former player
Episode: Leafs Blow 3-0 Lead in Vegas, Bobrovsky Shines in Shootout Loss ft. John-Michael Liles
Gerard Gallant
Former Vegas Golden Knights head coach, first coach in franchise history
Vegas Golden Knights
Episode: Is McKenna The Leafs' Marner Replacement? ft. Gerard Gallant
Cheryl Pounder
Hockey analyst
Episode: Cheryl Pounder on Marchenko, McKenna & the Leafs' Blue Line
Jacques Martin
Former Ottawa Senators coach; NHL veteran
NHL / Hockey Canada
Episode: Jacques Martin on Alfie, Battle of Ontario & the Leafs' Big Summer

Hosts

Nick Alberga
Host of Leafs Morning Take; known for presenting Leafs-focused analysis with a balanced, practical approach.
Jay Rosehill
Former NHL player and co-host, contributes veteran perspective and blunt, fan-facing commentary.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 326 ratings
  • LMT

    The show is always informative,hockey knowledge ,and hosted by two studs. True leaf fans and critics of the team. Nick & Jay ,great show listening always to the pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jerry spike driver
    Canada3 months ago
  • Essential Listening

    Hosted by Nick & Rosie, this daily pod is a no-nonsense discussion of all the latest drama & discussion surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs.

    A MUST LISTEN for anyone in Leafs Nation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Suminator
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Teeth Breathers

    Please, no more teeth breathing air sucking guests. This Carle guy was so annoying w his air sucking.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sally-Anne McG
    Canada5 months ago
  • Good content-bad audio

    I like the Pod, but these technical audio issues are becoming annoying. More often than not there is some kind of issue.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jclus10
    Canada6 months ago
  • Love you, but….

    I listen to every episode as soon as it drops. I genuinely love the podcast, and Nick is definitely a highlight for me.

    What I don’t really appreciate, though, is the occasional “dude-y” tone. It’s 2026, and I (and I’m sure many others) would really value moving away from that locker-room mentality.

    Instead, I’d love to hear more thoughtful analysis — what actually builds a great team? What mental barriers do players face? That kind of depth would take the podcast to the next level.

    Please.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Linny1221
    Sweden7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise direct, no-nonsense leafs analysis and guest variety.
Fans value candid discussions and strong host dynamics.
Some critique audio quality and locker-room tone.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#92
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#20
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#41
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#54
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#64
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#173
Germany/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is McKenna The Leafs' Marner Replacement? ft. Gerard Gallant
Q: How do you think Gavin McKenna is adapting to the Toronto market and what's your take on his future here?
Gallant believes McKenna has top-end potential and will need time and patience; he emphasizes McKenna's talent but notes the market can be tough and requires steady coaching support.
Is McKenna The Leafs' Marner Replacement? ft. Gerard Gallant
Q: What were your impressions of watching Auston Matthews's recent performance?
Gallant says Matthews was outstanding, especially in a comeback win where he carried the team early and set the tone for the game.
Gerard Gallant on Gavin McKenna, Auston Matthews & the Maple Leafs
Q: How should teams handle a young player in a market like Toronto?
Communication is key, with clear explanations about role expectations, minutes, and development goals; pairing the rookie with a veteran mentor can help stabilize confidence and accelerate growth while the team stays competitive.
Gerard Gallant on Gavin McKenna, Auston Matthews & the Maple Leafs
Q: What were your impressions of Gavin McKenna's arrival and impact so far?
McKenna has shown flashes of high-end skill and scoring ability, but the market pressure and minutes allocation make his development a cautious and patient process; his future looks bright if he benefits from steady coaching and confidence-building environments.
Tanev Placed on IR, Leafs Visit Utah ft. Steve Kouleas
Q: What was your reaction to the Tanev injury and how does it affect the Leafs going forward?
The hosts and Steve Kouleas agreed that losing Tanev is a substantial setback for the defense, forcing internal options or trades, and increasing the urgency to address cap considerations and blue-line depth.

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A candid, opinion-driven show covering the Toronto Maple Leafs with a knack for bold takes, roster scrutiny, and in-depth guest conversations. Episodes balance hot analysis on line combinations, coaching, contracts, and off-season moves with light banter, fan questions, and practical travel or lifestyle anecdotes. Noteworthy is the frequent use of high-profile guests from players to reporters, plus a willingness to debate controversial topics in a fast-paced, sports-talk style that resonates with passionate Leafs fans. The format often blends practical hockey insights with market pressure in a big-city franchise, making it appealing to listeners who want direct perspectives, behind-the-scenes context, and up-to-the-minute Leafs chatter.

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Recent guests on Leafs Morning Take include:

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2. Marty Biron
3. Steve Sullivan
4. Paul Bissonnette
5. Steve Kouleas
6. John-Michael Liles
7. Gerard Gallant
8. Cheryl Pounder

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