How Do You Really Feel About the DOPS? and Talkin' Trade Deadlines Past and Present

Feb 21

Time has flown by since our last episode and as always we have a lot to get into. The NHL standings are very tight and the Leafs right now sit 3rd in the Atlantic only three points ahead of the Lightning, but with 3 games in hand. We kick off the show with a bit of levity, sharing some fun social media posts. Then, we’re back to our regular programming, with the Good, the Bad and the Ugly, where we highlight the performances of Jake McCabe and Max Domi. We also take a look at the Leafs' struggles against bottom six teams and the inconsistent play of Pontus Holmberg, as well as express our frustration with the NHL Department of Player Safety.

Next we showcase the standout performances of Ilya Samsonov, Bobby McMahon, and Auston Matthews with the LTL Highlight Reel. Then, in the Third Period, we discuss potential trade options for the Leafs leading up to the NHL trade deadline, and take a stroll down memory lane reviewing some past trade deadline deals, featuring Yannick Perreault and Owen Nolan. We wrap up with a quick look ahead at the schedule. The games are going to be coming fast and furious, and trade deadline talk will be front and centre. We’ll keep you up to date with all the news and takes leading up to the deadline and beyond! Go Leafs Go!

Takeaways

The Leafs' performance against bottom six teams has been a concern and has cost them important points in the standings.

Jake McCabe and Max Domi have been standout players for the Leafs, with McCabe showing his toughness and leadership, and Domi ramping up his game in preparation for the playoffs.

The NHL Department of Player Safety's inconsistent decisions and harsh punishments have frustrated fans and players alike.

Ilya Samsonov, Bobby McMahon, and Auston Matthews have been key contributors to the Leafs' success, with Matthews putting up record-breaking numbers.

The Leafs may consider making trades before the NHL trade deadline to address their needs for a right-shot defenseman and a bottom six forward. The Toronto Maple Leafs should target a defenseman, such as Alexander Carrier, from the Nashville Predators in a potential trade.

Past trade deadline deals for the Leafs, such as the Yannick Perreault trade and the Owen Nolan trade, have not always worked out well.

Secondary scoring is a key need for the Leafs.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and NHL Standings

03:12 Social Media and Milestones

05:03 The Good: Jake McCabe

07:40 The Good: Max Domi

11:05 The Bad: Losses against Bottom Six Teams

13:29 The Bad: Pontus Holmberg

16:51 The Ugly: NHL Department of Player Safety

23:19 Ladies Talking Leafs Highlight Reel