The Toronto Maple Leafs' quest to change their DNA kicks into high gear on July 1st. Could Sam Bennett actually be a realistic free-agent target? Are there other UFAs who make sense for the Leafs? Is Jonathan Toews worth considering? We break down the options Brad Treliving may explore when free agency opens. Plus, we dive into Easton Cowan’s standout Memorial Cup performance and what it could mean for his future in Toronto. We wrap up with our predictions for the Stanley Cup Final between the Oilers and Panthers.

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(0:00) - Intro
(1:53) - Easton Cowan Named Memorial Cup MVP
(9:33) - Kraken Hire Lane Lambert as Head Coach
(11:16) - Could Sam Bennett Actually Sign with the Leafs?
(16:31) - DraftKings
(17:57) - Other UFA Targets + Would Toews Make Sense?
(23:14) - Predicting Marner’s Next Team
(25:06) - Oilers vs Panthers: Cup Final Picks

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Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving’s season-ending press conference had Leafs Nation buzzing—especially his comments about the need for a DNA change in the organization. We break down his entire presser: from his thoughts on Mitch Marner and John Tavares, to the team’s playing style, and what might be next. Plus, we discuss the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers heading toward a potential Stanley Cup Final rematch.

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(0:00) - Intro
(2:15) - The Leafs Need a DNA Change
(11:43) - Why Taking the Panthers to 7 Doesn’t Matter
(16:35) - DraftKings
(18:01) - The Media’s Mitch Marner Fear Mongering
(26:30) - Is Tavares’ Future in Toronto in Doubt?
(30:00) - The Leafs Need Puck-Moving D
(32:04) - Panthers vs Oilers: Stanley Cup Rematch Incoming?

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The Toronto Maple Leafs and Brendan Shanahan officially parted ways last week, and to mark the 300th episode of the Talkin’ Buds Leafs Show, we present: “The Shanaplan: A Look Back.” We break down Shanahan’s 11-year tenure as Leafs President—from taking over a franchise in the gutter, to hiring Mike Babcock and Lou Lamoriello, to handing the keys to Kyle Dubas, and the eventual fallout in 2023. We dive into the highs and lows of the Core 4 era, the playoff heartbreaks, the star-centric approach, and the final chapter that ended with Shanahan’s exit and Keith Pelley’s press conference. Talkin' Buds Leafs show presents The Shanaplan: A Look Back

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(0:00) - Episode 300!
(1:43) - Shanahan hired as Leafs President (2014)
(6:25) - Culture shift: Babcock & Lamoriello join the Leafs
(12:18) - The dignified tank for Auston Matthews
(20:20) - Kyle Dubas becomes GM
(27:30) - The Nazem Kadri trade
(30:47) - DraftKings
(32:13) - The 2019-20 season
(34:00) - Babcock fired
(39:03) - The 2021 playoff collapse vs. the Habs
(41:31) - Dubas lets Zach Hyman walk
(49:36) - The Shanahan-Dubas fallout
(52:30) - Shanahan protects the Core 4, Treliving hired
(54:52) - Shanahan dismissed, Pelley’s presser, what’s next for the Leafs

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The Brendan Shanahan era in Toronto has officially come to an end. After 11 years as President of the Maple Leafs, the team announced they are parting ways with Shanny. We reflect on the highs, lows, and legacy of his tenure, and what this means for the future of the franchise. Plus, we dive into the uncertain futures of Mitch Marner and John Tavares, and share our thoughts on the growing debate around the challenges of playing in the pressure cooker that is Toronto.

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(0:00) - Shanny's Out!
(05:00) - The high's and low's of the Shanaplan
(16:00) - Locker clean out day is a waste of time
(17:48) - Draftkings
(19:14) - Mitch Marner, John Tavares and remaking the DNA
(30:40) - Treliving staying on as GM

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are exactly who we thought they were. The Leafs’ season came to a crashing end with a 6-1 blowout loss to the Florida Panthers — yet another playoff disappointment in the Core 4 era. In this episode, we dive into the core’s continued mental struggles in big moments, the major changes that need to happen this offseason, and why restoring accountability should be the organization’s top priority as they head into a summer with significant cap space to spend.

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(0:00) - They are who we thought they were
(04:00) - Game 7 disaster
(08:00) - Mitch Marner the Maple Leaf tragedy
(11:00) - The DNA is flawed
(17:02) - DraftKings
(18:28) - Mental baggage
(21:55) - Brendan Shanahan

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed to Game 7 against the Florida Panthers! After a disappointing showing in Game 5, the Leafs responded with a gutsy performance in Florida, fueled by a clutch game-winning goal from captain Auston Matthews and another rock-solid outing from Joseph Woll, who continues to build his reputation as a big elimination game performer. We break down all the key moments from Game 6 and dive into what the Leafs need to do to finally get over the hump and win a Game 7 in the Core Four era.

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(0:00) - It was always going 7
(02:20) - A gusty game 6 win
(08:30) - Overcoming the Panthers and inconsistent officiating
(12:11) - DraftKings
(13:37) - Matt Knies tbd for game 7
(14:57) - Another chance to change the narrative
(24:33) - Domi, Pacioretty and other big performances in game 6
(28:30) - The Oilers cruise to the WCF thanks to... Klingberg & Kapanen!?!?

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the brink of elimination after one of the most disappointing performances of the Core Four era — a 6-1 blowout loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5. In this episode, we focus heavily on Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, breaking down why they continue to come up short and struggle to make an impact when it matters most. With Marner likely headed for free agency this offseason, we discuss why the time may have finally come for this duo to part ways.

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(0:00) - All too familiar
(3:00) - Its all about Auston Matthews & Mitch Marner
(09:10) - What happened after game 3?
(17:00) - DraftKings
(18:26) - Matthews and Marner need to be split up for good

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The Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers are tied 2-2, setting the stage for a best-of-three showdown. In this episode, we break down the Leafs' lackluster Game 4 performance, the ongoing playoff struggles of Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, and the strong play of Joseph Woll. We also dive into Max Domi’s controversial hit on Aleksander Barkov and discuss what the Leafs need to change if they want to take two of the next three and move on.

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(0:00) - Panthers even up the series
(3:00) - Domi's hit on Barkov
(05:10) - Matthews and Marner
(14:10) - DraftKings
(15:36) - Fire PP1 into the sun|
(22:08) - Adjustments ahead of game 5

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