The Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers are tied 2-2, setting the stage for a best-of-three showdown. In this episode, we break down the Leafs' lackluster Game 4 performance, the ongoing playoff struggles of Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, and the strong play of Joseph Woll. We also dive into Max Domi’s controversial hit on Aleksander Barkov and discuss what the Leafs need to change if they want to take two of the next three and move on.

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(0:00) - Panthers even up the series
(3:00) - Domi's hit on Barkov
(05:10) - Matthews and Marner
(14:10) - DraftKings
(15:36) - Fire PP1 into the sun|
(22:08) - Adjustments ahead of game 5

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The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a hard-fought Game 3 in overtime, with Brad Marchand playing hero for the Panthers. Flying solo on this post-game edition of the Talkin' Buds Leafs Show, Rob breaks down why Leafs fans should stay optimistic despite the loss. He dives into Chris Tanev’s steady leadership, Auston Matthews’ scoring struggles, and the rollercoaster ride that’s been Joseph Woll’s performance since taking over the crease.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs grind out a massive Game 2 win over the Florida Panthers, and The Passion was on full display. We break down William Nylander’s continued rise as a clutch performer, the Leafs' gutsy, all-in effort, and how Craig Berube’s steady leadership continues to set the tone. Plus, we dive into the key contributions from Max Pacioretty, Scott Laughton, Max Domi, and the entire lineup — and discuss Joe Woll slamming the door when it mattered most.

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(0:00) - Gutsiest win in the Core 4 era
(04:40) - Craig Berube continues to set the tone
(8:00) - Max Pacioretty
(9:50) - William Nylander
(10:57) - DraftKings
(12:23) - Scotty Laughton
(13:50) - Matthews & Marner
(16:00) - Contributions up and down the lineup
(20:00) - Joe Woll
(21:45) - Figuring out PP1

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