Episodes

  • Leafs Core Shake-Up? Pelley Speaks, Shanahan Stays, and All In On Brind'Amour

    Leafs Core Shake-Up? Pelley Speaks, Shanahan Stays, and All In On Brind'Amour
    May 10 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin react to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ final press conference of the season, which included Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley, President Brendan Shanahan, and General Manager Brad Treliving. The boys discuss comments made by the Leafs management, Sheldon Keefe’s firing, coaching candidates, Rod Brind'Amour, Shanahan’s job security, the core four, goaltending, and free agency (00:55). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Leafs Locker Clean-Out. Plus, Keefe Owns Up, Marner's Uncertain Future, and What's Next?

    Leafs Locker Clean-Out. Plus, Keefe Owns Up, Marner's Uncertain Future, and What's Next?
    May 6 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin react to another failed Toronto Maple Leafs season after the Leafs were eliminated in the first round of the NHL playoffs by the Boston Bruins in Game 7. They also discuss comments from the Maple Leafs end-of-season media interviews, which include Sheldon Keefe, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, John Tavares, Morgan Rielly, Auston Matthews and Ilya Samsonov. The boys also talk about Marner’s future with Toronto, Keefe’s coaching job security, Brendan Shanahan, Keith Pelley, Joseph Woll’s injury concerns and NHL free agency (00:55). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Another Woll Masterpiece? Plus, Leafs-Bruins Game 6 Preview, Battle of the 88’s and Lyubushkin Love

    Another Woll Masterpiece? Plus, Leafs-Bruins Game 6 Preview, Battle of the 88’s and Lyubushkin Love
    May 2 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin recap the Toronto Maple Leafs’ game-five win over the Boston Bruins to extend this series to six. The boys discuss how the Leafs must replicate their inspiring performance on Tuesday, tonight, to force a pivotal game seven including another solid performance from Joseph Woll (00:55). Then, they talk about William Nylander and David Pastrnak and why the battle between the 88s could be the deciding factor in this series. Plus, Albert praises Nylander’s leadership in game five (15:49). Finally, the boys give their keys for Toronto to win Game 6 and explain why Sheldon Keefe should consider just trusting his instincts (26:12). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Core 4 No More? Leafs in Trouble... Again, Bench Argument, Tavares vs. Marchand, Marner's Future, and Changing the Narrative

    Core 4 No More? Leafs in Trouble... Again, Bench Argument, Tavares vs. Marchand, Marner's Future, and Changing the Narrative
    Apr 29 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ Game 4 loss to the Boston Bruins, Auston Matthews’ health, Sheldon Keefe’s comments about his team's "effort" level, John Tavares vs. Brad Marchand, and why now is the time for the Leafs' Core Four to change the narrative (00:47). Then, they talk about Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander's bench argument in Game 4 and Marner's future with the Toronto Maple Leafs (19:37). Finally, the boys get into the Leafs' lack of scoring in the playoffs, power play adjustments, and who should start Game 5: Ilya Samsonov or Joseph Woll? (31:14). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Marchand or the Refs? Plus, Nylander Update, Powerless Play, Crowd Trouble in Toronto, Salmon Samsonov and the Marner Debate

    Marchand or the Refs? Plus, Nylander Update, Powerless Play, Crowd Trouble in Toronto, Salmon Samsonov and the Marner Debate
    Apr 25 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin first react to Elliotte Friedman’s update on William Nylander’s injury and Nylander’s status for Game 4 between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins. Then, they begin to break down the Leafs’ 4-2 loss to Boston in game 3, why going 0-5 on the power play killed their hopes of winning on Wednesday night and how Nylander can solve the Leafs’ power play issues (00:43). Then, they discuss Toronto’s newfound style of play, Max Domi bumping into Jeremy Swayman, the Bruins' goaltending decision for Game 4, Brad Marchand, and Ilya Samsonov (17:34). Finally, the boys discuss the refereeing in Game 3 between the Leafs and Bruins, Joe Bowen’s strongly worded tweet about Leafs Fans, and Mitch Marner’s playoff performances (37:30). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • What's With Nylander? Plus, Game 1 Ghosts, Penalty Box Parade and Bruins-Leafs Game 2 Preview

    What's With Nylander? Plus, Game 1 Ghosts, Penalty Box Parade and Bruins-Leafs Game 2 Preview
    Apr 22 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin recap the Toronto Maple Leafs’ game-one loss to the Boston Bruins. The boys discuss why the Leafs continue to struggle in Game One of the playoff series and how the big guns can’t seem to create offence come playoff time (00:45). Then, they talk about William Nylander and his mysterious injury, which has kept him out of Game One and potentially Game Two, given his injury and struggles of late—Justin and Albert question Nylander’s ability to be effective on the ice once he returns (11:40). Finally, the boys get into a preview of a must-win Game Two and how Toronto must cancel their parade to the penalty box if they want to have any shot at evening the series (28:13). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Bruins vs Leafs Preview, Plus 69 for Matthews, and Keefe’s WILD take on Nylander

    Bruins vs Leafs Preview, Plus 69 for Matthews, and Keefe’s WILD take on Nylander
    Apr 18 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin preview the Toronto Maple Leafs’ Round One matchup against the Boston Bruins, They also discuss Auston Matthews’ failed chase for 70 goals in a single NHL Season and if it could affect the Toronto Maple Leafs’ morale heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs (00:44). Then, they talk about the Leafs’ four-game losing streak to end the season, William Nylander’s 11-game goalless drought, and Sheldon Keefe’s incredible comments about Nylander being done with regular-season hockey (16:30). Finally, the boys get into the positives and negatives for the Leafs heading into the postseason, concerns including goaltending and special teams, Ilya Samsonov, Mitch Marner and depth scoring (35:52). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Auston Matthews Distraction, Samsonov, Brodie and Rielly, Spiritless Nylander and Playoff Robertson

    The Auston Matthews Distraction, Samsonov, Brodie and Rielly, Spiritless Nylander and Playoff Robertson
    Apr 15 2024
    In this episode of Homestand Leafs, Albert and Justin discuss Auston Matthews’ pursuit of 70 goals, whether Sheldon Keefe will have no choice but to play in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ final two games of the season against the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning and how this version Matthews compares to Connor McDavid (00:40). Then, they talk about Nick Robertson’s chances of making the Leafs playoff lineup with the injury to Bobby McMann, TJ Brodie and Morgan Rielly, and Ilya Samsonov’s shaky outing against the Detroit Red Wings (15:01). Finally, the boys debate if the Leafs should stay in Florida after their final two games of the NHL season and William Nylander’s current goalscoring slump (32:14). Subscribe to Homestand Leafs Podcast Feeds Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3O4i9eL Apple: https://apple.co/3O83jUK Powered by: Sports Interaction Sportsbook & Casino Join Sports Interaction: https://sports.on.sportsinteraction.com/en-ca/sports?btag=a_13471b_2132c_&siteid=13471 19+ Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Concerned? Contact Connex Ontario 1-866-531-2600 Follow Albert on socials: X: https://twitter.com/AlbertVartanian Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertvartanian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealbertv/ Follow Justin on socials: X: https://twitter.com/justinpooni_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinpooni_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpooni_ Host, Producer: Albert Vartanian Co-host: Justin Pooni Director: Shawn McCormick For more content, visit www.HomestandSports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins