The Leafscast is back! Talking about how Toronto's lines are basically confirmed and the defensive pairs look the same as last year — but the storylines are just heating up. We break down what the set lineup means, Stolarz’s new extension, and whether Cowan deserves a roster spot. Then we set realistic expectations for who’s primed to rise — like Nylander and Stolarz — and who needs to bounce back after down years, including Matthews, Rielly, and Domi. Outside of Leafs Nation, we react to McDavid and Kaprizov’s wild new deals, and wrap up with why the Jays might just be the best team in sports right now.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have cap space and big decisions to make. In this episode, we break down exactly what the Leafs still need to become true contenders. We discuss potential trades, free agent targets, and internal options who could step up—or take a step back.

What pieces are missing from the Leafs roster? Who is most likely to be traded? And how long will fans be waiting for Brad Treliving to make his move?

Join us as we analyze the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason, roster holes, and the path forward to improve this team.

On this episode of LeafsCast, we tackle the biggest question in Leafs Nation: Is Mitch Marner a villain or a victim as he exits Toronto? We dig into the fan reaction, media narratives, and what Marner’s departure means for the Leafs’ core. Plus, we break down all the latest offseason news—John Tavares’ discount extension, Matthew Knies’ deal (is it team-friendly?), and the arrivals of Nicolas Roy and Matias Maccelli. Get the honest analysis and passionate Leafs talk you expect from LeafsCast!

Keywords: Mitch Marner, Toronto Maple Leafs, John Tavares, Matthew Knies, Matias Maccelli, Nicolas Roy, Leafs offseason, NHL news, podcast