In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi are joined by Toronto Star writer and Leafs historian Damien Cox. They discuss the Northern Star award voting, including the debate over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander versus Summer McIntosh and other candidates. The conversation shifts to the Leafs, examining their recent performance, Dennis Hildeby’s role, and player safety decisions around Bobby McMann. Damien also shares insights on Auston Matthews’ transition. Next, sports analyst Luke Gazdic (22:44) joins to discuss Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks’ potential, the Leafs’ resurgence, and Troy Stecher's impressive performance. They also explore Team Canada’s goaltending prospects for the Olympics before wrapping up with today's Canadian Sports Moment.

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Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi begin the second hour by evaluating Auston Matthews’ season so far. They consider how his evolving game might shape fan perception, his role as a two-way centre, and the outlook for his next contract. They then shift to the red-hot Oklahoma City Thunder and their potential to continue climbing the NBA ranks. Do they have a chance to surpass the 2016 Golden State Warriors? Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi (24:35) joins from Orlando to break down the Blue Jays' work in the Winter Meetings, including their pursuit of a bat and a bullpen arm. He shares their position in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, their stance on available relievers, the latest on Bo Bichette, and how Pete Alonso’s move to the Orioles impacts the broader free-agent market.

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Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi open Thursday’s show by discussing Craig Berube’s and William Nylander’s comments the decision to have him skate on the third line. They then touch on Berube’s reaction to the Bobby McMann suspension and whether the Leafs may be receiving harsher supplemental discipline than the rest of the league. The conversation shifts to Joseph Woll’s return to practice, the team’s improving transparency on injuries, and Macklin Celebrini’s impressive season ahead of his visit to Toronto. After the break, the focus turns to MLB's Winter Meetings in Florida, the Blue Jays’ remaining offseason needs, and broader hot-stove news, including Pete Alonso’s move to the Orioles and its implications for the AL East.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.