Locked On Leafs - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs face adversity as injuries to Chris Tanev, William Nylander, Auston Matthews, and Dakota Joshua threaten their lineup ahead of a pivotal clash with the New Jersey Devils. Can the Leafs’ shorthanded roster hold strong and end 2025 on a high note, or will New Jersey’s speed and Jack Hughes’ firepower prove too much? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the latest Leafs roster updates, highlight Matthew Knies’ recent surge, and examine key strategies for countering the Devils’ top lines. The hosts debate lineup decisions, power play adjustments, and special teams performance, all while raising questions about long-term player health and playoff positioning.

The Toronto Maple Leafs revive their power play with holiday magic—can this spark a push up the standings? Auston Matthews finds his scoring touch while Matthew Knies and Nick Robertson step up as secondary threats. The Leafs split their post-Christmas series with an offensive outburst against the Ottawa Senators and a gritty overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down power play adjustments, the impact of William Nylander’s injury, and Steve Sullivan’s promotion. They also give their thoughts on what they've seen from Canada at the World Juniors, and how Craig Berube can push the Leafs toward real consistency.

The Toronto Maple Leafs kick off the post-Mark Savard era with a victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, snapping a three-game losing streak. Can this finally be the performance that sparks a turnaround? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti look at what allowed the Leafs to come out on top, and Brad Treliving’s comments about Craig Berube's future and his desire to add to the roster with key additions. To end the show, Mike and Dave provide their Christmas Wishlist.

The Toronto Maple Leafs shake up their coaching staff, firing assistant coach Mark Savard as the NHL’s worst power play stalls. Can a bench change ignite a second-half surge, or are deeper issues plaguing the Leafs’ playoff hopes? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti unpack the ramifications of Savard’s exit, questioning if removing the power play coach is enough when problems persist at 5-on-5 and in the defensive zone. The hosts analyze the team’s lack of urgency, leadership challenges under Craig Berube, and speculation around management’s next moves. With the pressure mounting ahead of a pivotal matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The Toronto Maple Leafs spiral to last place in the Atlantic Division after back-to-back losses to the Nashville Predators and Dallas Stars. With star players stuck in a scoring drought, questions mount about whether head coach Craig Berube’s days are numbered as the team’s struggles hit a boiling point. Are the Leafs quitting on their coach—or themselves? Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti dissect Toronto’s concerning lack of urgency, faded offensive firepower from stars like Auston Matthews and John Tavares, and the team's apparent mental collapse. The hosts spotlight management’s looming decisions, including possible roster shuffles, coaching changes, or even a reset during the holiday break. With the Leafs facing the Pittsburgh Penguins and growing fan frustration, is it time for a shake-up to save the season?