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Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL
Kawhi Leonard
Blue Jays
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Baseball
Buffalo Bills
PGA Tour
Edmonton Oilers
National Football League
Toronto Raptors
Canadian Football League
NFL
San Jose Sharks
Connor Hellebuyck
Los Angeles Clippers
Maple Leafs
Toronto
Lebron James

Spend the afternoon with the boys guilt free. Hang out with Hayes, Noodles and the O-Dog as they talk Leafs, sports and pretty much everything that catches their attention.

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Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jason Strudwick for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson joins to discuss the Bills' searching for consistency, Matthew Stafford's leadership and the offensive coordinator experience. Strudwick gives hi... more

TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson joined OverDrive to discuss the Cowboys and Buccaneers on the Thursday Night Football, the Bills aiming to find success, Matthew Stafford leading the Rams, the perspective of offensive coordinator and his experiences with... more

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jason Strudwick for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Mitch Marner and the Golden Knights, Sergei Bobrovsky seeking a strong start, the Oilers' red-hot stretch, Connor McDavi... more

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the Maple Leafs and Golden Knights' matchup, Gavin McKenna moving to the third line, Easton Cowan taking a huge step, the Jets' incredible start, Evan Bouchard leading the Oilers, Connor McD... more

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Recent Guests

John Chayka
GM of the Toronto Maple Leafs at the time of the interview
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: Chayka on the Maple Leafs' roster + the Marchenko deal | OverDrive: Oct. 2, 2026 - Hour 1
Josh Palmer
NFL wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills
Episode: Palmer on the Bills' experience, playing in Buffalo and Allen's skills at quarterback
Shams Charania
ESPN NBA insider
ESPN
Episode: Kawhi is back in Toronto | OverDrive: Sept. 14, 2026 - Hour 1
Chris Tanner
Sports analyst referenced in discussion
Media/Reporting
Episode: Auston Matthews sniping 50? | OverDrive: Sept. 10, 2026 - Hour 2
Connor Brown
NHL player, New Jersey Devils
Episode: OverDrive - September 4, 2026 - Hour 2 - Keegan Matheson/Connor Brown
Ricky Romero
Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher
Toronto Blue Jays (former)
Episode: OverDrive - September 3, 2026 - Hour 2 - Ricky Romero/Josh Lewenberg
MacKenzie Weegar
defenseman for Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: Weegar on joining the Mammoth, the Flames' experience and players departing from Canadian markets
Vincent Trocheck
Player for Utah Mammoth; guest discussing no fitness testing and transition
Utah Mammoth
Episode: OverDrive - September 1, 2026 - Hour 2 - Martin Biron/Vincent Trocheck
Mark Ross
NFL Network Analyst
NFL Network
Episode: OverDrive - August 31, 2026 - Hour 1 - Chris Johnston

Hosts

Bryan Hayes
In-studio lead; long-time host with strong Toronto sports market presence
Keegan Matheson
Co-host and baseball analyst; visible Toronto market presence
Dave Feschuk
Co-host/columnist; journalist perspective on Jays and MLB market

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.1k ratings
  • Clips

    Love the show, but miss you guys clipping your interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Postman Pali
    Canadaa month ago
  • You're gonna wanna hear this!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aulanicki
    2 months ago
  • Kelly McCrimmon

    The 3 of you were all sucking up to Kelly McCrimmon as a guy unafraid to speak his mind as if he was some sort of truth teller. But when you asked him Why he is not allowing Bruce Cassidy to interview with other NHL teams, he chickened out and ran away from the question. Stop sucking up to fake tough guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Raptorized
    Canada4 months ago
  • From Belfast

    Long time listener from Belfast since the getgo. Great that the band is still going. Can’t get enough leafs centric banter. Keep up the great work Haysey B Noodles and ODog.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Suminator
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Show has struggled since the new format

    Show has not been the same since they moved to 2 hours. Segments are often rushed , or missed completely. When they try to get 2 insiders on the show , the 5 of them are talking over each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Canadian Hockey Guy
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listener comments vary on format changes, with calls for returning to longer, deeper discussions and less filler.
Listeners praise the show's energy and insider baseball talk, especially around Jays trades and player development.
Some episodes receive criticism for shorter segments and feeling rushed when insiders join the discussion.
Long-time fans appreciate the mix of sports banter and informed analysis; some feel the show has drifted when guests or insiders are not balanced.

Chart Rankings

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

YouTube
#23
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Spotify
#62
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#163
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#201
Italy/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chayka on the Maple Leafs' roster, the addition of Marchenko and McKenna's career trajectory
Q: What's your assessment of the assets you have and how they influence potential trades?
Chayka emphasizes balancing present competitiveness with future capital, highlighting that they have sufficient draft assets to justify aggressive moves if a compelling fit arises, while also keeping the team's immediate goals in view.
Chayka on the Maple Leafs' roster, the addition of Marchenko and McKenna's career trajectory
Q: For you, how much would numbers be a part of a transaction like that?
He states that it's a comprehensive evaluation process, considering information from various sources, including scouting and intel, and that the decision is not based solely on price but on whether the player fits the long-term and current needs.
Chayka on the Maple Leafs' roster, the addition of Marchenko and McKenna's career trajectory
Q: What was it about Marchenko in particular that made him so attractive and, you know, kind of forced your hand to the point where you paid a pretty decent price to get him?
Chayka explains that Marchenko was targeted as a player who could dictate play and transport the puck, adding a dual threat offensively, which complemented the Leafs' need and fit within the organization's broader plan to enhance their forward group.
Willson on Maye's skid with the Patriots, the Steelers' direction and Rodgers' performances
Q: Who would you rather have, Brock Purdy or Joe Burrow?
The panelists lean toward Purdy due to his proven system fit and the offensive scheme, but acknowledge Burrow's higher ceiling when protected and with a surrounding supporting cast.
Dreger on Babcock's role with the Oilers, Hiller leading the Maple Leafs and Fantilli's contract value
Q: What do you make of Messier's comments and their impact on the Oilers' leadership and the public perception of Babcock's hire?
Dreger explained that Messier's remarks carry significant weight given his history and status with the Oilers, potentially affecting player sentiment and public scrutiny, and noted that this is part of a broader media loop where Hall of Famers' opinions are amplified and debated.

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Frequently Asked Questions About OverDrive

What is OverDrive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, multi-sport talk show that blends deep dives into baseball trades, hockey discussions, and NFL/CFB angles with loose, banter-heavy chemistry among in-studio hosts. Recent episodes spotlight Toronto Blue Jays dynamics, high-profile trade deadline moves, and insider perspectives from baseball analysts, complemented by cross-sport commentary on expansion, stadium economics, and media market considerations. The format tends to mix informed roster strategy with personal anecdotes, light humor, and sponsor reads, creating a lively, opinionated atmosphere that appeals to sports fans who enjoy data-informed takes alongside entertaining banter. Noteworthy is the recurring convergence of baseball front-office insight with Canadian sport... more

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Recent guests on OverDrive include:

1. John Chayka
2. Josh Palmer
3. Shams Charania
4. Chris Tanner
5. Connor Brown
6. Ricky Romero
7. MacKenzie Weegar
8. Vincent Trocheck

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