Show Notes
The Toronto Maple Leafs win their second straight, taking down the New York Rangers 4-3 at home. JD Bunkis and Frank 'Hockey Illuminati' Crupi break down the game and discuss the Leafs' fading chase for a bottom-five finish, the vibes in the arena and the pathways to being competitive next season. Then, they get into Joseph Woll's effort, whether the Leafs should trade a goalie in the offseason, John Tavares' value, and which player — between Max Domi, Mattias Maccelli and Nick Robertson — the team should bring back in 2026-27.
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