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Leafs Morning Take

The Nation Network
Toronto Maple Leafs
Boston Bruins
NHL Playoffs
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Austin Matthews
Mitch Marner
NHL
Auston Matthews
Tyler Bertuzzi
Sheldon Keefe
Florida Panthers
William Nylander
John Tavares
Matthew Kachuk
Vancouver Canucks
Brady Kachuk
Bill Masterton Trophy
Joe Woll
Playoffs
Max Domi

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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Zack Phillips & Jay Rosehill break down a frustrating night at Scotiabank Arena as the Maple Leafs fell 6–3 to the Edmonton Oilers. Connor McDavid had his way with Toronto, and a disastrous third period sunk the Leafs on home ice for the second strai... more

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down Toronto’s frustrating 3-2 OT loss to the Sharks on Thursday night. Additionally, the boys dive into the status of Oliver Ekman-Larsson after he left in the third period with a lower-body injury and what his abse... more

Paul Bissonnette joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill to break down Toronto’s 3-2 OT loss to San Jose. Biz kicks things off with his thoughts on the defeat before diving into Auston Matthews and William Nylander, who had some careless moments with the... more

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill get you set for game three of Toronto’s five-game homestand as the Maple Leafs welcome the San Jose Sharks to Scotiabank Arena. It’s a night full of storylines: Ryan Reaves returns to Toronto for the first time since being... more

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Tyler Johnson
Two-time Stanley Cup champion and analyst
Former NHL player
Episode: Hildeby Posts First Shutout, Toronto Tops Tampa ft. Tyler Johnson
Dallas Eakins
NHL coach and hockey analyst
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Episode: Dallas Eakins Interview
Scotty Bowman
Nine-time Stanley Cup Champion and legendary coach
Episode: Leafs Roll in Raleigh, Woll Goes Down, Win Streak Hits Three ft. Scotty Bowman
Steve Simmons
Columnist for the Toronto Sun
Toronto Sun
Episode: Chasing Three Straight, Clash in Carolina ft. Steve Simmons
Doug MacLean
Former NHL General Manager and head coach with extensive experience in hockey analysis.
Episode: Bottom Six Steps Up, Leafs Take Care of Business in Sunrise ft. Doug MacLean
Jeff Marek
Sports commentator and analyst
The Sheet
Episode: Brad Marchand, World's Biggest Leafs Fan ft. Jeff Marek
Dan Riccio
Former sports broadcaster in Vancouver returning to cover Toronto sports
Nation Network
Episode: Black Friday, Leafs in U.S. Capital ft. Dan Riccio
John Shannon
Longtime NHL TV executive and broadcaster
Episode: Nylander Delivers, Woll Shines, Leafs on Outside Looking In at U.S. Thanksgiving ft. John Shannon
Max Scherzer
Professional baseball player, pitcher
Texas Rangers
Episode: The Glass is Half Full, Not Half Empty ft. Max Scherzer

Hosts

Nick Alberga
Host of a daily sports discussion focused on the Toronto Maple Leafs, with a background in commentary and analysis.
Jay Rosehill
Former NHL player and co-host who provides insight and commentary on the Toronto Maple Leafs' games and performance, known for his direct and candid opinions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • honest & opinionated

    “Leafs Morning Take” is an exercise in frustration for anyone hoping for insightful or nuanced hockey commentary. Jay Rosehill speaks his mind — that much is undeniable, and on the surface, it’s a quality worth appreciating. There’s a certain unfiltered, straight-from-the-gut rawness to his delivery that gives the show a loose, conversational feel.

    Unfortunately, the lack of a filter only serves to highlight the bigger issue: Rosehill’s takes are, more often than not, woefully underdeveloped. H... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Slats33
    Canada6 months ago
  • Look forward to this each morning

    Before I found Leafs Morning Take, my husband and kid would have the games on and I only sorta paid attention. I knew the Toronto Maple Leafs were a big deal, but that was about it. Then my husband kept turning this show on —and everything changed.

    Hosted with a perfect mix of insight, personality, and humor, Leafs Morning Take somehow makes every episode feel like you're just chatting hockey with good friends. It’s not just the stats or the scores—they break things down in a way that’s smart a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrailMixAndrea
    United States7 months ago
  • Great show guys

    Really enjoy the show. Rosie’s growth on the media side is impressive. He isn’t scared to tell the truth. Great questions for the show’s guests. Keep up the great work. One ask. Less advertising pleasure. Way more ad time takes away from the strength of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Leslie William Garnet
    Canadaa year ago
  • Leafs morning take

    Great show the interview with Jackie Redmond was one of the best I’ve ever heard she’s awesome love the show keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leaffan23
    Canadaa year ago
  • Leafs Nation - Nick and Jay

    I always liked Rosie on the ice and it seems like after all those fights, he’s still got his senses. Nick and Jay are great hosts and i tune in daily for their take on leaf games.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeafsFan4Life
    Canadaa year ago

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

The chemistry between the hosts is often praised, enhancing the overall listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the combination of humor and honest commentary, which creates an engaging atmosphere for discussing the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Some fans criticize a perceived lack of in-depth analysis, desiring more substantial insights over 'hot takes'.
A few feedback points underscore the importance of maintaining a balance between entertaining segments and advertising time.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#201
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#39
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#99
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#39
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#16
Poland/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Reavo Returns, Thrun Debuts, Leafs Welcome Sharks ft. Ryan Reaves
Q: What stands out to you? You've been a few different places, but the difference between Toronto and San Jose, what are some of those things?
Toronto just seems like more of a production, more of a... there's just a lot more going on.
Reavo Returns, Thrun Debuts, Leafs Welcome Sharks ft. Ryan Reaves
Q: What's going through your mind as you get off the plane here in Toronto getting set for this game?
It's just another game. I've done this, this is my sixth or seventh time in my career doing this. You never want to lose to the team that just got rid of you for sure.
Hildeby Posts First Shutout, Toronto Tops Tampa ft. Tyler Johnson
Q: What effect does the power play have on a team's success?
An effective power play is crucial; teams can't rely solely on five-on-five scoring, especially in pressure situations like playoff matches.
Hildeby Posts First Shutout, Toronto Tops Tampa ft. Tyler Johnson
Q: How does a team's confidence build during a winning streak?
Once a team begins to win, players feel looser and more relaxed, making it easier to continue performing well.
Hildeby Posts First Shutout, Toronto Tops Tampa ft. Tyler Johnson
Q: What were some of your major takeaways from the game?
Johnson noted Hildeby kept the Lightning in check during the first period, which shifted the game's momentum in favor of the Maple Leafs.

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1. Tyler Johnson
2. Dallas Eakins
3. Scotty Bowman
4. Steve Simmons
5. Doug MacLean
6. Jeff Marek
7. Dan Riccio
8. John Shannon

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