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Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL
Toronto Blue Jays
Edmonton Oilers
Buffalo Sabres
Montreal Canadiens
Auston Matthews
NHL Playoffs
Vegas Golden Knights
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
World Baseball Classic
National Hockey League
Analytics
Connor Mcdavid
John Chayka
Mitch Marner
Blue Jays
Ottawa Senators
Carolina Hurricanes
Colorado Avalanche

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 the Hurricanes’ comeback win in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Conn Smythe Trophy sweepstakes and Dylan Larkin requestin... more

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joined OverDrive to discuss the Hurricanes comeback win in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Conn Smythe Trophy sweepstakes, Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from Detroit and where he might land.

TSN Basketball Analyst Jack Armstrong joined OverDrive to discuss the Spurs needing a response in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson’s special skillset, Mike Brown’s fit as the Knicks’ head coach, Victor Wembanyama needing to step up and the pot... more

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter joined OverDrive to discuss how the Aaron Judge injury will affect the AL East, the inconsistency of the Jays’ offense, John Schneider’s role in the team trying to find success and the Jays’ injury situation.

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Recent Guests

Luke Schenn
Former Leaf, Sabre; guest live from Memorial Cup
Kelowna Memorial Cup, former NHL teams
Episode: OverDrive - May 22, 2026 - Hour 1 - Luke Schenn
Keegan Matheson
MLB.com writer
mlb.com
Episode: Matheson on Guerrero Jr.'s blatant hardship, Kirk's importance and Cease's elite stretch
Richie Laryea
Team Canada Defender, Toronto FC Defender
Toronto FC, Canadian National Team
Episode: OverDrive - May 14, 2026 - Hour 1 - Richie Laryea
Rod Brind'Amour
Head coach of the Carolina Hurricanes
Carolina Hurricanes
Episode: OverDrive - May 12, 2026 - Hour 1 - Rod Brind'Amour
Peter Laviolette
Head coach with extensive playoff success
NHL Teams
Episode: OverDrive - May 7, 2026 - Hour 2 - Peter Laviolette/Evan Bouchard
Evan Bouchard
Defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: OverDrive - May 7, 2026 - Hour 2 - Peter Laviolette/Evan Bouchard
John Chayka
New GM of the Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: OverDrive - May 6, 2026 - Hour 1 - John Chayka
JP Bucigross
ESPN hockey host in-studio for lottery coverage
ESPN
Episode: NHL Draft Lottery Reaction
Dylan Smoskowitz
Head coach of the Barry Colts
Barry Colts (OHL)
Episode: Smoskowitz on the Colts' viral postgame comments, the reasoning for the saying and the OHL's perspective

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 Kingdom2 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 States3 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
    Canada3 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
    Canada3 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
    Canada3 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
#40
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Spotify
#81
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#55
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#59
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#100
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Strudwick on Knoblauch's dismissal from the Oilers, McDavid and Draisaitl's direction and Marner's electric performances
Q: What do you think McDavid is thinking this off season and what does he want to see happen?
He's focused on winning and wants a clear plan that improves goaltending, defense, and overall accountability, with McDavid and the core required to buy in and adapt their game.
Dreger on the Maple Leafs meeting with Matthews, Berube's future and Tkachuk's outlook with the Senators
Q: Are you tracking these meetings and what's the latest on where this is heading?
Dreger explains the ongoing discussions and how important face-to-face meetings could be for assessing players, management, and potential roster moves, while noting that timelines and communication are critical to avoid uncertainty.
Bouchard on his season with the Oilers, the team's performance and Norris Trophy close miss
Q: What goes through the process of you joining Team Canada for the World Championships, as opposed to taking extra time to heal?
Joining Team Canada is an honor, and after a long season, the call to represent the country was an easy decision to take a few more games and stay in form.
Bouchard on his season with the Oilers, the team's performance and Norris Trophy close miss
Q: It has been an incredible year for Evan Bouchard, who now joins us on OverDrive. Evan, appreciate you joining us today. How you doing?
I'm doing well, and I'm grateful for the year I've had; I've tried to level up my game and contribute in different ways, while staying focused on the team goals.
Laviolette on the Sabres' surge against the Canadiens, Maple Leafs winning the lottery and the Stanley Cup Playoffs experience
Q: Is it hard to coach ultra-elite players and give them enough freedom while keeping them accountable?
Yes, there's a balance between giving creativity and providing structure; elite players need leeway but still must understand defensive responsibilities and team systems.

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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. Luke Schenn
2. Keegan Matheson
3. Richie Laryea
4. Rod Brind'Amour
5. Peter Laviolette
6. Evan Bouchard
7. John Chayka
8. JP Bucigross

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