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The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost four straight after falling 6-3 to the Colorado Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is joined by Nick Alberga for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark. Darren Raddysh opened the scoring with his first goal as a Leaf, but Colorado took control and built a 3-1 lead. Easton Cowan brought Toronto within one late in the second before Jack Roslovic tied the game early in the third. The comeback didn't last long. Gabriel Landeskog scored just 51 seconds after Roslovic's tying goal, finishing with two goals as the Avalanche pulled away. Sergei Bobrovsky made 22 saves, and the Leafs fell to 8-10-2 on the season. Zack and Nick break down another frustrating loss, Toronto's defensive struggles, Jim Hiller's lineup decisions and what needs to change as the Leafs continue to slide down the standings. Call into the show, get involved in the live chat and share your thoughts on another tough night for Toronto! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are shut out 4-0 by the New Jersey Devils in the debut of their Hometown Remix jerseys! Zack Phillips is joined by Dan Riccio and Mike in Buffalo (Michael Augello) for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down another frustrating night at Scotiabank Arena. Connor Hellebuyck stopped all 23 shots he faced for his first shutout with New Jersey, while Timo Meier scored twice and Nico Hischier added a goal and an assist. The Leafs have now lost three straight and five of their last six, falling to 8-9-2 on the season. Toronto couldn't get anything going offensively against Sheldon Keefe's Devils, who have now won five straight. Zack, Dan and Mike discuss the lack of scoring, Anthony Stolarz's performance, and what needs to change for Auston Matthews, William Nylander and the rest of the lineup. The injury situation isn't getting any better either. Jack Roslovic was a late scratch with a lower-body injury, Colton Sissons left the game in the second period, and Morgan Rielly and Kirill Marchenko remain sidelined. How much longer can the Leafs afford to keep losing players? Plus, we'll get into Jim Hiller's lineup decisions, Toronto's special teams, and whether the Leafs are heading toward a bigger shakeup after another disappointing result. Call into the show, join the live chat and share your biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Devils! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs drop another one, falling 4-2 to the Montreal Canadiens on Hockey Night in Canada. Zack Phillips is joined by Nick Alberga, live from Scotiabank Arena, for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark! Alex Newhook scored twice in the opening period as Montreal jumped out to a 3-0 lead through 40 minutes. William Nylander and Gavin McKenna scored just 55 seconds apart in the third to bring Toronto within one, but Zachary Bolduc's power-play goal put the game out of reach. The Leafs have now lost four of their last five and sit at 8-8-2. John Tavares returned after missing nine games, playing on the wing alongside Nick Paul and William Nylander. However, the Leafs suffered another injury setback when Morgan Rielly left the game in the second period with a lower-body injury and did not return. Zack and Nick break down Toronto's slow start, Sergei Bobrovsky's performance, McKenna's continued development and Jim Hiller's lineup decisions. They'll also discuss the Leafs' failed late power-play opportunity and what needs to change before Sunday's matchup against the New Jersey Devils. Call into the show, get involved in the live chat and share your biggest takeaways from another frustrating Leafs loss! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs open their six-game homestand with a 3-2 loss to the Utah Mammoth, and Zack Phillips is joined by Nick Alberga for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark! Jack Roslovic scored both goals for Toronto, extending his point streak to seven games, while Auston Matthews picked up two assists. The Leafs battled back to tie the game twice, but Nick Schmaltz's power-play goal midway through the third period proved to be the difference. Sergei Bobrovsky made 33 saves in a much better outing, but Toronto's penalty kill struggled against Utah's dangerous power play, allowing two goals on three opportunities. Zack and Nick break down Bobrovsky's performance, the Leafs' special teams, and another frustrating night offensively outside of the Matthews line. Plus, we'll discuss the controversial Andrew Peeke goal, Jim Hiller's lineup decisions, and the continued absences of John Tavares and Kirill Marchenko. Toronto has now lost three of its last four games and sits at 8-7-2 on the season. What's holding this Leafs team back from finding some consistency? Call into the show, get involved in the live chat and share your biggest takeaways! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs get back in the win column with a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Anthony Stolarz's strong performance, Auston Matthews' continued scoring streak, and Toronto's bounce-back win to close out its road trip. William Nylander opened the scoring just 1:23 into the game and finished with a goal and an assist, while Matthews scored his 11th of the season to extend his road point streak to eight games. Former Canucks Zack MacEwen and Teddy Blueger also scored against their old team as Toronto snapped its two-game losing streak. Stolarz made 26 saves in his return to the crease and even picked up an assist on Blueger's empty-net goal. Zack discusses the Leafs' goaltending situation following Sergei Bobrovsky's struggles in Seattle, Chris Tanev's return to the lineup, and Toronto's defensive performance. Plus, we'll get into Gavin McKenna's night alongside Matthews, the Leafs' missed opportunities on the power play, and whether Jim Hiller's group can build some consistency after splitting its four-game road trip. The Leafs improve to 8-6-2 and return home to face Utah on Tuesday. Call into the show, get involved in the live chat and share your biggest takeaways! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffer a heartbreaking 5-4 loss to the Seattle Kraken after Brandon Montour scores with just 32.7 seconds remaining in regulation! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's late collapse, Gavin McKenna's breakout performance, and another difficult night for Sergei Bobrovsky. McKenna delivered his best NHL performance yet, scoring twice on the power play and adding an assist for his first career three-point game. Auston Matthews also finished with three points, including the game-tying goal with 1:30 remaining, while Jack Roslovic helped spark Toronto's third-period comeback. Despite erasing a 4-2 deficit, the Leafs couldn't get the game to overtime as Montour's late winner sealed Seattle's victory. Zack breaks down Bobrovsky allowing five goals on 17 shots, Toronto's defensive breakdowns, and whether Jim Hiller needs to make changes after consecutive losses. Plus, we'll discuss McKenna's chemistry with Matthews following his promotion to the top line, Easton Cowan extending his point streak to five games, and how Toronto moves forward without the injured Kirill Marchenko. The Leafs fall to 7-6-2 as their road trip continues in San Jose. Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs' four-game winning streak comes to an end with a 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames! Zack Phillips is joined by Jay Rosehill and Mike in Buffalo (Michael Augello) for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's disappointing performance, Auston Matthews reaching 800 career NHL points, and the latest injury concerns. The Maple Leafs found themselves trailing 3-0 early in the second period after Matvei Gridin scored twice for Calgary. Easton Cowan got Toronto on the board with his sixth goal of the season before William Nylander cut the deficit to one in the third period. However, the Leafs couldn't complete the comeback, surrendering two empty-net goals as Calgary secured its fourth consecutive victory. Auston Matthews made history by becoming the fastest player in Maple Leafs history to reach 800 career points, recording an assist on Nylander's goal in his 703rd NHL game. Zack, Jay and Mike discuss the milestone, Cowan's continued strong play, Nylander's five-game point streak, and what went wrong for Toronto after its dominant victory over Edmonton. Plus, Kirill Marchenko left the game with a lower-body injury following an awkward fall, adding another concern to Toronto's growing injury list. The guys break down Sergei Bobrovsky's performance, the Leafs' defensive struggles, special teams, and Jim Hiller's decisions as Toronto falls to 7-5-2 on the season. Was this simply an off night, or did Calgary expose some lingering issues for the Maple Leafs? Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways as Toronto prepares to face the Seattle Kraken! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs make it FOUR straight wins with a dominant 7-2 victory over Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers! Zack Phillips is joined by former Maple Leafs forward Jay Rosehill for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's biggest offensive performance of the season, William Nylander's milestone night, and a statement victory at Rogers Place. William Nylander scored twice, including his 300th career NHL goal, while Auston Matthews, Jack Roslovic and Troy Stecher also found the back of the net. Stecher scored for the second consecutive game, Kirill Marchenko recorded two assists, and Toronto exploded for four third-period goals to put Edmonton away. Zack and Jay discuss the Maple Leafs' offensive depth, including Zack MacEwen and Vinni Lettieri scoring their first goals in a Leafs uniform. Anthony Stolarz delivered an outstanding 30-save performance against the NHL's highest-scoring offence entering the game, while Toronto limited Connor McDavid to two assists despite Leon Draisaitl scoring twice. Was this the Maple Leafs' most complete performance of the season? Zack and Jay break down Toronto's defensive structure, special teams, and Jim Hiller's adjustments with several regular defencemen sidelined. Plus, we'll discuss Gavin McKenna and Easton Cowan's contributions, the continued chemistry throughout Toronto's lineup, and how the Maple Leafs have turned their season around after a difficult start. With four consecutive victories and a 7-4-2 record, can the Leafs keep rolling as their road trip continues against the Calgary Flames? Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Oilers! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Troy Stecher plays the hero as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeat the New York Rangers 5-4 in a thrilling finish at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's third consecutive victory, Stecher's last-minute game-winner, and a massive performance from the Maple Leafs' fourth line. With the game tied 4-4 in the final minute of regulation, Stecher fired home the winning goal with just 26.3 seconds remaining to secure another two points for Toronto. Brandon Duhaime led the way with a goal and two assists, Teddy Blueger recorded a goal and an assist, and Zack MacEwen contributed two helpers as the Leafs received some much-needed secondary scoring. Easton Cowan and Kirill Marchenko also found the back of the net as Toronto improved to 6-4-2 on the season. Zack breaks down the Maple Leafs' ability to battle through a back-and-forth game, their continued offensive production, and Sergei Bobrovsky making 21 saves to tie Henrik Lundqvist for the most career NHL wins by a goaltender born outside North America, with 459. We'll also discuss the performances of Auston Matthews, William Nylander and Gavin McKenna, along with Toronto's defensive play against a Rangers team featuring Mika Zibanejad, Alexis Lafrenière and Adam Fox. Plus, Zack reacts to Jake McCabe returning after his injury scare against Columbus, Nick Blankenburg leaving the game following a heavy hit from Will Cuylle, and the ongoing impact of Chris Tanev and John Tavares being sidelined. Are the Maple Leafs finally finding their rhythm after a difficult start to the season, and what needs to improve as they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers? Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Rangers! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs make it back-to-back wins for the first time this season, dominating the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2 at Nationwide Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's offensive explosion, Kirill Marchenko's emotional return to Columbus, and a statement performance from the Maple Leafs in the second half of a back-to-back. It was a memorable reunion night as Marchenko scored a power-play goal against his former team, while Matthew Knies faced the Maple Leafs for the first time since September's blockbuster trade. Toronto erupted for four goals in the second period, with William Nylander, Auston Matthews, Easton Cowan and Jack Roslovic all finding the back of the net. Matthews celebrated his 700th career NHL game with a goal and an assist, while Cowan and Roslovic each finished with three points. Zack breaks down Cowan's impressive development and shorthanded goal, Morgan Rielly's three-assist performance, and Marshall Rifai scoring his first career NHL goal. Anthony Stolarz also delivered a strong performance with 35 saves as the Leafs improved to 5-4-2 on the season. Plus, we'll discuss Marchenko's reception from Blue Jackets fans, Knies' performance against his former teammates, and whether Jim Hiller's new-look forward combinations are beginning to click. With John Tavares and Chris Tanev still sidelined, are the Maple Leafs finally finding their rhythm after a difficult start to the season? Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Blue Jackets! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gavin McKenna delivers when the Toronto Maple Leafs need him most! The rookie scores his first career NHL game-winning goal as the Leafs defeat the San Jose Sharks 3-1, snapping their three-game losing streak at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is joined by Off the Roster host Dan Riccio for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's much-needed victory and the biggest storylines from Game 10 of the 2026-27 NHL season. After Mason Marchment opened the scoring for San Jose, Auston Matthews tied the game late in the second period before McKenna took over in the third, scoring a beautiful power-play goal to give Toronto the lead. Nick Paul added an empty-netter to seal the victory, while Matthews finished with a goal and two assists and Sergei Bobrovsky turned aside 30 of 31 shots to earn his first home win as a Maple Leaf. Zack and Dan discuss McKenna's response following his controversial benching against Buffalo, his growing confidence under Jim Hiller, and what his game-winning goal means for his development. They'll also break down Toronto's special teams, with the power play scoring twice and the penalty kill going a perfect 4-for-4, and whether this was the complete team performance the Maple Leafs have been searching for. Plus, they'll discuss Matthews' three-point night, Bobrovsky's strong performance, William Nylander's impact, and how Toronto handled Macklin Celebrini, Ivar Stenberg and the Sharks' talented young core. With John Tavares and Chris Tanev still sidelined, can the Maple Leafs build momentum from this victory as they prepare to face the Columbus Blue Jackets? Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Sharks! SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs drop their third straight game, falling 4-1 to the New York Islanders in another frustrating performance at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's offensive struggles, continued defensive concerns, and the mounting pressure on Jim Hiller as the Maple Leafs fall to 3-4-2 through their first nine games of the 2026-27 NHL season. Despite outshooting the Islanders 29-20, Toronto struggled to generate consistent offence against Ilya Sorokin, who turned aside 28 shots. Anthony Duclair opened the scoring, Bo Horvat doubled New York's lead late in the second period, and Simon Holmstrom scored twice in the third to seal the victory. Colton Sissons provided the Maple Leafs' lone goal, with Easton Cowan and Troy Stecher picking up assists, while Toronto's power play finished 0-for-3. One of the biggest storylines remains Gavin McKenna and his relationship with head coach Jim Hiller following Thursday's controversial benching against Buffalo. After the two addressed the situation publicly ahead of tonight's game, how did McKenna respond against the Islanders? Zack examines his performance, his opportunity on the top power-play unit, and the ongoing debate surrounding his development and usage. Plus, Zack breaks down Auston Matthews and William Nylander's performances, Sergei Bobrovsky allowing three goals on 19 shots, and Toronto's struggles generating offence without John Tavares. With Tavares and Chris Tanev both sidelined week-to-week, can the Maple Leafs find answers before their early-season struggles become an even bigger problem? We'll also discuss Hiller's handling of the lineup, the performances of Toronto's young players, the reaction surrounding the team, and what needs to change as the Leafs look to snap their losing streak. Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Islanders! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs blow a two-goal third-period lead and fall 5-4 in overtime to the Buffalo Sabres, wasting a spectacular hat trick from Kirill Marchenko! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down a frustrating night at Scotiabank Arena and another game that raises serious questions about Toronto's ability to protect a lead. Marchenko stole the show with three goals, including a highlight-reel power-play marker, while Auston Matthews opened the scoring and extended his point streak to six games. The Leafs carried a 4-2 lead into the third period, but goals from Dennis Gilbert and Mattias Samuelsson brought Buffalo back before Owen Power completed the comeback with the overtime winner. Jack Quinn led the Sabres with four points, including two goals, as Toronto suffered another disappointing defensive collapse. Former NHL goaltender Carter Hutton joins Zack to break down Sergei Bobrovsky's 29-save performance, the Maple Leafs' defensive breakdowns, and what went wrong as Buffalo took control in the third period. They'll also discuss Jim Hiller's lineup adjustments, whether the new forward combinations showed promise, and how Toronto can find more consistency moving forward. Plus, Zack reacts to John Tavares leaving the game with an injury after a collision with Josh Norris, the impact of Chris Tanev's continued absence, and what this latest loss means for a Maple Leafs team now sitting at 3-3-2 through eight games. As always, get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Sabres! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk. 🚨 Subscribe to Daily Faceoff Toronto on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @dfotoronto SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365 http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs nearly pull off another incredible comeback but fall 5-4 to the Utah Mammoth, and Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down a frustrating night in Salt Lake City! After falling behind 3-0 early in the second period, the Maple Leafs battled back but couldn't overcome a disastrous middle frame that saw Utah score four times. Auston Matthews and Jack Roslovic got Toronto on the board in the second period before John Tavares scored a power-play goal in his return to the lineup and Gavin McKenna added his second NHL goal to bring the Leafs within one in the third. Despite a late push with the extra attacker and a power-play opportunity in the final minutes, Toronto couldn't complete the comeback. Former Maple Leafs forward Jay Rosehill joins Zack to break down the loss, Toronto's defensive struggles, Anthony Stolarz allowing five goals on 28 shots, and the team's inability to put together a complete 60-minute performance. They'll also discuss Tavares' impact in his return, McKenna extending his point streak to four games, and whether the Maple Leafs made the right decision moving the rookie off the top power-play unit. Plus, Zack reacts to the performances of Auston Matthews, William Nylander and the rest of Toronto's forward group, the impact of Chris Tanev's absence on the blue line, and what needs to change as the Maple Leafs fall to 3-3-1 through their first seven games of the season. As always, get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Mammoth! SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Maple Leafs deliver one of their most impressive performances of the young 2026-27 NHL season, defeating the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 at Ball Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down a massive road victory over Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar and the Avalanche. William Nylander stole the show with two goals and three assists, tying his career high with five points, while Auston Matthews added two goals and two assists in a dominant four-point performance. Easton Cowan scored the go-ahead goal late in the second period, Nick Blankenburg found the back of the net in his Maple Leafs debut, and Nick Paul stepped up with two assists after moving into the second-line centre role with John Tavares out of the lineup. Zack breaks down Toronto's offensive explosion, the incredible performances from Nylander and Matthews, Cowan's continued development, and Sergei Bobrovsky making 30 saves to earn his first victory of the season. We'll also discuss Gavin McKenna's contribution to the power play, the Maple Leafs' ability to respond after surrendering two goals to Nathan MacKinnon, and the significance of picking up their first road win of the season. Plus, Zack examines the injury to Chris Tanev, the biggest takeaways from Toronto's 3-2-1 start, and what this victory means for the Maple Leafs moving forward. As always, get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Avalanche! SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.