We are now just over a week away from the Leafs opener on October 9th. Before we get there though the Leafs have some decisions to make and we’re going to get into all that and more in this episode!

We get the show rolling with a discussion about the upcoming NHL season, focusing on the league's recent rule changes. Then we have a special Preseason edition of the Ladies Talkin' Leafs Highlight Reel where we give kudos to the Coach and note some key improvements on specialty teams and on the back end.

Then for the Third Period, we welcome a special guest, ESPN's Kristen Shilton, as she shares her insights on player development, particularly Nick Robertson's potential impact on the team, as well as her predictions for the Leafs season ahead, and what she misses most about the Leafs beat.

Right now the Buds are enjoying a little bit of bonding time in Bracebridge Ontario before they come back to finish off the Preseason schedule against Detroit. This week will no doubt end with some key questions answered, as the team makes their final cuts to reveal their 2024/25 roster. No matter what the ultimate tweaks are, success will come down to the performance of those with the most familiar faces, once again full of potential and promise. Can't wait! Go Leafs Go!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Season Overview
04:49 NHL Rule Changes for the New Season
09:56 Preseason Highlights and Team Identity
15:08 Goaltending Dynamics and Player Performance
19:49 Nick Robertson's Future and Team Depth
24:53 Kristen Shilton's Insights on the Leafs
29:57 Final Thoughts and Season Predictions

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