Real Kyper & Bourne

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the news that Cale Makar will be out for the Avalanche in Game 1 against the Golden Knights. Then, they listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on John Tortorella skipping his post-game media availability. Afterwards, Avs analyst and former NHLer John-Michael Liles joins the guys (12:46) to discuss the weight of Makar's absence, Gabriel Landeskog's impact, and Scott Wedgewood's series outlook. Finally, Nick, Justin, and Sam get into Justin's recently published article about how NHL coaching tenures are trending down, Mike Babcock emerging in the Oilers' coaching search, and the Canucks narrowing in on promoting Manny Malhotra to their NHL bench.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their reaction to the Montreal Canadiens edging out the Buffalo Sabres in overtime in Game 7, Alex Newhook's clinching goal, and what went wrong for the Sabres right before the winner. Then, Clear Sight Analytics CEO and MSG analyst Steve Valiquette (9:32) joins the guys to chat about Jakub Dobeš' performance against the Sabres, whether Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be Buffalo's goaltender of the future, and what changes in his game he will need to make. Afterwards, Vally previews Golden Knights vs. Avalanche in the West Final, Mitch Marner's quality shots, and Scott Wedgewood vs. Carter Hart. To wrap up, Nick, Justin and Sam share their picks in both Conference Finals, discuss the Golden Knights losing their appeal for their media violation, and react to the Canucks firing head coach Adam Foote.

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and fill-in producer Cristian Ceniti discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with front office executives Brandon Pridham and Derek Clancey. Then, they react to the Oilers interviewing Craig Berube for head coach and the Leafs reaching out to David Carle. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (10:47) joins the guys to discuss the Canadiens and Sabres' second-round clash ahead of Game 7, the Habs' top line's struggles, Jakub Dobeš's mentality after being pulled in Game 6, Rasmus Dahlin's impact, and Lane Hutson's defensive jump. Afterwards, former NHLer and current TNT analyst Jody Shelley (32:13) stops by to look ahead of tonight's Game 7, including how the Hurricanes handle their long layoff in the Conference Finals, and whether the Golden Knights have a chance against the heavy-favourite Avalanche in the west.

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Former NHL President, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:04) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his thoughts on the Canadiens pushing the Sabres to the brink,  why the Leafs should consider trading down in the draft, what went wrong for the Wild against the Avalanche, the league's punishment on the Golden Knights after John Tortorella shunned the media, what the Leafs should look for in their next head coach, and whether the Panthers can swing for Brady Tkachuk in a trade centered around the ninth-overall pick. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee answer your questions on the text line!

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look into the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason. They discuss Vincent Trocheck's name popping up as a possible trade target, why the Leafs should take Matthew Knies off the table, and the decision around Matias Maccelli. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (14:57) joins the guys to share his thoughts on the team's decision to fire Craig Berube, why it didn't work out for him in Toronto, the best-available coaching candidates, why Bruce Cassidy doesn't seem like a realistic option, and why Auston Matthews asking out might not be the worst thing for the Leafs in the long run. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam listen to your calls and questions on the Leafs Line!

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.