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Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL
Kawhi Leonard
Blue Jays
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Baseball
PGA Tour
Connor Hellebuyck
Buffalo Bills
Maple Leafs
Canadian Football League
Canada
Carolina Hurricanes
World Cup
Auston Matthews
San Jose Sharks
Edmonton Oilers
Toronto Raptors
National Football League

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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Latest Episodes

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins to discuss Connor McDavid at the top of TSN's Top 50 NHL Players list, Auston Matthews' impact and Gavin McKenna's role on the Maple Leaf... more

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the Maple Leafs' roster entering the season, the new-look and revamped team, Auston Matthews' impact to the team, Gavin McKenna's spotlight, the outline of the power play, Sergei Bobrovsky's... more

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Bills' impressive win against the Lions, Highmark Stadium's perspective, Josh Allen's dominance for the Bills, Connor McDavid leading TSN's Top 50 NHL Pla... more

TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays and Rangers' series and the impact on the AL Wild Card race, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s search for a reset, Trey Yesavage's return to the mound and more.

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Recent Guests

Connor Brown
Professional hockey forward for the New Jersey Devils, former Maple Leaf
New Jersey Devils
Episode: Brown on the NHL's newest fitness testing protocols, his experience with Jim Hiller and expectations for the Devils this season
Mike Wright
Host of Fantasy Footballers Podcast
Fantasy Footballers
Episode: Wright on his must-draft fantasy football players, which Ravens' have the best value, and what to expect from DJ Moore in Buffalo
Ricky Romero
Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher
Toronto Blue Jays (former)
Episode: OverDrive - September 3, 2026 - Hour 2 - Ricky Romero/Josh Lewenberg
Dylan Strome
Professional hockey player, forward for the Washington Capitals
Washington Capitals
Episode: Strome on his Capitals role, Washington's roster improvements and the rise of contracts
MacKenzie Weegar
Defenseman, Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: OverDrive - September 2, 2026 - Hour 1 - MacKenzie Weegar
Vincent Trocheck
Professional hockey player for Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: Trocheck on representing the Mammoth, the role in Utah and Keller's impact
Mark Ross
NFL Network Analyst
NFL Network
Episode: OverDrive - August 31, 2026 - Hour 1 - Chris Johnston
Cameron Gaunce
Professional ice hockey defenseman
NHL (Colorado Avalanche link mentioned)
Episode: Gaunce on Makar's extension with the Avalanche, Hellebuyck's trade request and the Maple Leafs' progression
Dan Rapaport
Golf journalist, ESPN/Golf? contributor
Golf.com/ESPN
Episode: OverDrive - August 26, 2026 - Hour 1 - Dan Rapaport

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 5k ratings
  • You're gonna wanna hear this!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aulanicki
    2 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 Kingdom5 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 States6 months ago
  • Hasn’t loaded in 2 days

    I love the show and have listened for 10 years. The last few days the show hasn’t come out on podcast yet. What gives I just wanna listen to the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tpayne7306
    Canada6 months ago
  • Bring back 3hrs

    Best sports podcast there is. Would love to see them bring back 3hrs worth of laughter and good vibes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Langfield96
    Canada6 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
#42
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Spotify
#78
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#170
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#12
Hong Kong/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Graziano on Parsons' eventual return, Mahomes' injury progression and the Bengals' high potential
Q: With Micah Parsons out, can the Packers survive and how does the defensive coordinator change factor into that?
The guest explains that the Packers will lean on a more experienced defensive coordinator and scheming to pressure the quarterback, but success will ultimately rely on how well the offense performs and how quickly Parsons can return to restore defensive balance.
Graziano on Parsons' eventual return, Mahomes' injury progression and the Bengals' high potential
Q: What opportunity does this season present for Mahomes to reinvent his approach, and how might the team around him influence that evolution?
The guest notes that a new coordinator and shifts in the supporting cast, including some coaching changes, could push Mahomes to adapt his game, potentially extending his prime by leveraging a system that emphasizes sustainable offense and schemed plays, while still leveraging his talent to drive big plays when possible.
Graziano on Parsons' eventual return, Mahomes' injury progression and the Bengals' high potential
Q: Are you buying that Mahomes will be at peak mobility week one, given his injury rehab and statements about planning to be himself?
The guest indicates there is a real possibility he'll be close to peak mobility, citing rehab progress and the organization's plan to keep the offense functional even if Mahomes isn't fully explosive every snap; the aim is for him to be himself but with a supporting system that reduces the need for improvisation.
OverDrive - September 1, 2026 - Hour 1 - Steve Phillips
Q: What was Phillips' take on the impact of bullpen usage and the modern approach to pitching?
He discussed that the game has shifted toward more bullpen leverage and status quo on start-to-finish stamina, with managers often prioritizing fresh bullpens and matchups over long, traditional starts.
OverDrive - September 1, 2026 - Hour 1 - Steve Phillips
Q: How did Phillips view the Mariners/Guardians context later in the season?
He noted the Guardians have built a strong blend of young talent and pitching, and emphasized the importance of pitching depth and timely offense in August and September.

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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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1. Connor Brown
2. Mike Wright
3. Ricky Romero
4. Dylan Strome
5. MacKenzie Weegar
6. Vincent Trocheck
7. Mark Ross
8. Cameron Gaunce

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