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Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL
Toronto Blue Jays
Edmonton Oilers
Montreal Canadiens
Vegas Golden Knights
Carolina Hurricanes
Auston Matthews
World Cup
Mitch Marner
NHL Playoffs
Buffalo Sabres
Kawhi Leonard
Canada
NHL Draft
Maple Leafs
John Chayka
Analytics
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Bruce Cassidy

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 Mark Roe and Dave Feschuk for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Soccer Host & Analyst Luke Wileman joins the show to discuss the World Cup Finals between Spain and Argentina, and Lamine Yamal’s performance in this year’s tournament. MLB Analyst and Host ... more

TSN Soccer Commentator & Analyst Luke Wileman joins the show to break down the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, Lamine Yamal’s performance to date and his future in the sport, where England’s tactics went wrong, and how Canada should feel... more

TSN Golf Analyst Bob Weeks joins the show to break down Bryson DeChambeau’s two-stroke penalty at The Open Championship, Corey Conners impressive second round at Royal Birkdale, and Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns tying major championship history on Frid... more

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Recent Guests

James Duthie
Broadcast host reporting from Houston for TSN/OverDrive coverage
TSN/OverDrive
Episode: Duthie on Canada and Morocco's match, Davies' impact for the team and the squad's journey
Nick Paul
Professional hockey player for the Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: Paul on joining the Maple Leafs, his hometown team and the role on the roster
Camila Gonzalez
Pitch-side reporter covering the match in Toronto
Episode: Gonzalez on Croatia and Portugal's match, Modric and Ronaldo's last dance and the Toronto atmosphere
Darnell Nurse
Professional hockey player, newly traded to San Jose Sharks
San Jose Sharks
Episode: Nurse on joining the Sharks, the ending with the Oilers and representing San Jose
Ryan Hardy
Maple Leafs Assistant GM
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: OverDrive - July 2, 2026 - Hour 1 - Ryan Hardy
Darren Drager
Hockey insider/Sports journalist
TSN
Episode: OverDrive - July 1, 2026 - Hour 1 - Frank Corrado
Dwayne De Rosario
Former Canadian national team player and World Cup ambassador
Episode: OverDrive - June 29, 2026 - Hour 2 - Dwayne De Rosario
Dwayne DeRosario
Former player, current analyst
Episode: OverDrive - June 29, 2026 - Hour 1 - Keegan Matheson
Jim Hiller
New head coach of the Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: OverDrive - June 25, 2026 - Hour 1 - Jim Hiller

Hosts

Bryan Hayes
Host of the show with a long-running TSN/OverDrive affiliation; central to on-air banter and interview segments
Jeff O'Neill
Co-host providing hockey analysis and on-air commentary; part of the rotating cast
Jamie McLennan
Co-host and on-air hockey analyst; frequent contributor to discussions
Hayes
Host on the show; part of rotating trio; referenced across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • 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 Kingdom3 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 States4 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
    Canada4 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
    Canada4 months ago
  • Renewed Faith

    As a long suffering Leaf fan… I basically quit ANY kind of fandom. This show has reinvigorated my interest in pro sports. Love these guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCVDO13PUG
    Canada5 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Some feedback calls out format changes and longer show lengths as a mixed bag, with opinions split on pacing and segment balance.
Listeners praise the show's deep hockey knowledge and entertaining banter, especially the depth on coaching and management topics.
Fans highlight recurring guests and strong host chemistry as a major draw for daily listening.

Chart Rankings

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

YouTube
#167
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Spotify
#138
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#67
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#39
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#69
Chile/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

OverDrive - June 22, 2026 - Hour 1 - Darren Raddysh
Q: Darren, what was the first thing that entered your mind when your agent brought up the possibility of playing in Toronto and for the Maple Leafs?
Darren said that family and the opportunity to play in front of people he grew up with in Toronto were foremost, and that returning home to wear the Maple Leafs jersey is a special dream he's excited to pursue.
De Rosario on Canada's historic win, the journey for the squad and Davies' impact
Q: How do you view Jesse Marsch's role and persona as head coach in driving this momentum?
Marsch's results speak for themselves; his bold approach and willingness to push players forward create a strong, identifiable identity for Canadian soccer that resonates with fans and players alike.
De Rosario on Canada's historic win, the journey for the squad and Davies' impact
Q: What should the team's approach be going forward after such a historic moment?
Maintain the underdog mindset, continue to attack from the front with confidence, and manage injuries carefully so players like Davies can contribute without risking long-term setbacks.
De Rosario on Canada's historic win, the journey for the squad and Davies' impact
Q: Dwayne, what did you see from Davies coming off the bench?
Davies is a game changer who lifted the team's confidence and energized the players, though there were moments where he looked a bit hesitant as he regains full explosiveness after his injury.
Matheson on Bichette's return to Toronto, his season with the Mets and Guerrero Jr.'s decline
Q: How are fans likely to react to Bichette's return given the current team struggles?
Fans are expected to respond positively and show appreciation for his past contributions, while balancing the reality that the current team is underperforming and facing tough odds.

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Frequently Asked Questions About OverDrive

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

The show centers on high-energy sports talk with a leaning toward hockey, featuring banter-rich discussions about playoff action, coaching moves, and franchise leadership. Frequent guests bring insider perspectives from NHL coaching, Leafs front-office moves, and major league baseball coverage, offering practical takeaways on team-building, talent evaluation, and market pressures. A standout trait is the casual, comedic vibe paired with seasoned analysis, plus recurring segments that blend sports insights with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and lighthearted banter. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want both actionable sports analysis and personality-driven conversation, with a strong emphasis on NHL dynamics and Toronto-area teams.... more

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Recent guests on OverDrive include:

1. James Duthie
2. Nick Paul
3. Camila Gonzalez
4. Darnell Nurse
5. Ryan Hardy
6. Darren Drager
7. Dwayne De Rosario
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