LFR13 - Game 4 - Greatness - St. L 3, Tor 2

[@thefozzybear]

Kapapen is getting better already, he held on to his stick.

[@thefozzybear]

Jokes. Kappy is gonna score a big one for us.

[@kasperikapanenshair2497]

Emerald Flowsion lol I thought you were being real for a sec

[@megareese81]

Kappy can score, but he doesn't have the hands around the net, he is a top 5 grinder in the league imo.....love him to death.

[@ericwertz9448]

3:00 Answer to that question is Don Cherry

[@tarmhayward7784]

Don cherry is stuck in the 70s .. " not tough enough" .. penguins, Blackhawks were not tough teams just to name two Stanley cup winners.. now it's talent.

[@RoryBBellows]

Congrats on re-signing with Sportsnet!

[@janijonkkari4890]

That caphit though...

[@japjeetsuden4252]

0:30 I would say the blues loss is a better loss, because earlier in the season, there’s more of a focus on “playing the right way”. The leafs lost that point to Montreal because they didn’t “play the right way”. The leafs lost this game to St. Louis because they just had rotten luck. I’ll take this loss because they played well, which is what matters this early in the season.

[@rhyser7463]

japjeet suden also hahs are in save div

[@randysgutful]

bingo, last night the Leafs played well and it was a close game. The game against the Habs was a collapse and unacceptable.

[@MScorpioM]

Totally agree. That's why Steve's assessment sort of surprised me. Or, perhaps disappointed isn't worse than mad. Habs loss was worse.

[@rohinkartik-narayan7535]

These videos have made me kinda root for the Leafs to win even though I'm a Hawks fan, but I'm not sure if I'm rooting for the Leafs to win because I want them to win or so Steve doesn't have a mental breakdown caused by Leafs ineptitude

[@robertpetero3701]

Same

[@TheShaggster37]

As a Bruins fan I somewhat sympathize with this, but that might just be because the Leafs have had more televised games so far this season than any other team.

[@b1slum25]

DUDE! Don't watch the review of the next game then. TB is going to expose some serious holes in the ML defence. Its kind of like the Oilers of old. You have to be so frikkn strong up front just to score more goals then the other team is going to get against you. I predict a 4-1 loss against TB. BTW, Freddie was like Freddie is, When he is hot, he is HOT, When he is not, he SUCKS. Thats the problem with Freddie. He has a good game but man his bad games are BAD. I hope he seeks some counselling. Its almost like he gives up at some point and says "EFFF IT!!!!" Oh well, the Leafs will be playing a sub .500 team soon enough and will get their mojo back.

[@goanloverboi]

The Beaulieu Family you win the dumbass of the year award

[@dr.curious5136]

Thanks for the support , I also cheer for Hawks... just not when they play each other

[@braedonmorrissey7548]

Don’t be sorry for something you’re passionate about. You get that 50k

[@andreakolopanis1593]

Babcock: "And this is the team whom we want to be." Bozak: "I know right!!!" Leafs: (-.-)

[@davek6691]

When it's 1:30 in the morning and Steve dangle posts a video "Click"

[@xxdarebearxx2794]

Lol hope you work nights

[@leafmanrob]

@@xxdarebearxx2794 .... or live in Cali!!

[@HEKTICNOLAN]

At least nobody threw a stick

[@buddyguy2669]

Hahaha best comment good shit bro! That thrown stick was disgusting

[@2Jim2u]

Just an FYI, Binnington was on waivers last Sept/018.

[@2Jim2u]

just as an after thought to "earning" spot you might want to know. the OILERS playoff season lead up had Maroon and Lucic on top 2 lines as LW. Neither one earned the spot, nonetheless, Maroon scored 27 goals and Lucic 23. More goals by them that season then OV.

[@2Jim2u]

@AKsleepygirl You're really sleepy and the people that pressed Like didn't do their research either. You suckered them in, Shame on you. OV had 33 goals and 36 assists in the 16-17 season leadup to the playoffs, where he scored 5 goals and 3 assists. Both Maroon and Lucic outscored OV. This was a SERIOUS reason Chiarelli couldn't find scorers in the next year and subsequent 2 years to replace the 50 goal scorers down the left side, essentially an Ovechkin in Edmonton. Remember all those Edm trades which caused everybody to laugh at him, this was the reason why, it wasn't Eberle (50 goals !! not to forget the 42 assists)

[@OneTeeGlory]

Just one of those “shit happens” games. They didn’t play bad

[@wolverinefangowings]

Late night squad! I'm not getting any sleep till May, am I?

[@ljd1031]

How about July? postseason and party 😉💙 #LeafsForever

[@wolverinefangowings]

@@ljd1031 best of luck to you guys! I'm enjoying my team's wins as long as I can lol

[@celeste7301]

Who the heck would get mad at seeing Steve on TV??

[@thebeatleswin1]

I can think of a lot of people

[@BJWeNeedUDefendingUsWithZeMG42]

People from Alberta.

[@fantastopotomus]

Habs fans, Sens fans, Jets fans, Flames fans, Oiler fans, Canucks' fans and some hockey writers apparently.

[@daytekmultisync]

You never need to apologize for using your platform to encourage others to be generous to a good cause like Easter Seals :) What a great challenge! You’ve raised so much money already!

[@LyricPhil]

Congrats on the extension, Steve! Cool you got to hang with Marc Savard as well

[@VED34]

at least willy looks like willy again💙 too bad babcock looks like babacock again....

[@kevinbobandy532]

#bringbackronwilson

[@vampirefroggie]

Lol for the commercial, I'm so happy we splurge for NHL Center Ice, because we get the local broadcasts, so I even got to see it on TV in Chicago :)... We also just love comparing commercials on general.

[@badomp1054]

its good to see you here ...its good to see you there ...and yes I will say it ...its just GREAT to see you everywhere

[@pauldacosta7838]

It's ok Steve hang in there bud

[@Hockeyhobo89]

So, is JT going to score this season?

[@bluenotefan5]

Of course. He scored 47 times last season. That doesn't magically vanish. Tarasenko struggled like mad last season and still put up 30+ goals. JT is more talented, and is surrounded by more talent. He'll be fine.

[@TheCandoRailfan]

@@bluenotefan5 Frederik Gauthier has 2 more goals than John Tavares.

[@Darren6943]

Not in any shootouts

[@soulslayer434]

According to people last year Marner was the only.reason he scored so maybe Marner needs to give him those 30 tap ins like last year.

[@dr.curious5136]

Guys to those of you bitching about JT , he just had a baby , there is other things in his life right now more important then hockey . He will be fine give the man a little bit of space. Big life changes would effect your day to day job so just be a human and be a bro.

[@Feedback4Utoday]

Good job on doing the fundraising!! A great cause- not easy.... Some luck involved likely - but doing the right thing like this likely leads to good things... Just can't control the exact timing - keep doing it!!

[@knomies227]

As a blues fan, I love that intro and totally feel you on the anger after waiting for a cup for so long

[@smrooke]

Well steve congrats on being on Hockey Night in Canada many Canadian kids dream of it took me 40 yrs when I was on HNIC for kraft hockeyville

[@tedlicciardello7673]

Sincere congratulations from an Islanders fan on your three year contract with SportsNet. I catch a lot of what you do on KZbin (on SportsNet, podcasts and your KZbin channel). It's heartwarming to see a big hockey fan have their dreams come true (#91 excluded!). Cheers.

[@jesseweneedtocook6943]

Blues have won 12 of the last 14 games vs the Leafs. I like your guys skilled players a lot and best of luck going forward.

[@rhyser7463]

Cards Pack Grizz Blues thanks for beating the leafs, -happy Habs fan

[@erikmerced6329]

@@rhyser7463 I just hope the Habs make it to the playoffs. I'd rather watch my Bruins go against you than the Leafs because 3 times the charm

[@jesseweneedtocook6943]

@@rhyser7463 funniest part about it is that the 2 leafs wins were in the 15/16 season when they were trash

[@alexsuarez9527]

@@rhyser7463 leafs living rent free in HAbs fan as per usual

[@rhyser7463]

Alexander Suarez nah I’m happy you guys lost lol wdym. I can’t be happy when my teams rival loses ? I think domi lives in the head of leafs fans. That’s sure what his insta comments say when he has death threats after every leafs game. “Good job kapanen you fucking idiot” thanks for the free 2 points as well 😄😄

[@nessa-marks]

Oh! Proud of your extension!

[@turtleguydx]

Still the 6-5 Montreal loss is worse. Against a Canadian team too! The fact they were ahead 4-1... it reminds me of Game 7 in Boston in 2013 I think... that’s why I think that loss was worse.

[@blackbobharley]

Liked, subscribed. Keep on keepin’ on, Mister. This team is ruining my life too...and I wouldn’t have it any other way

[@BiologistRyan]

The leafs looked good like really good. And I say this as a STL native. You guys should be excited. Your teams biggest question mark is defensively.

[@mattwesthoff4240]

Blues fan here love your videos just want to say if blues fail to repeat this year hope you leafs fans get the cup good luck on your season

[@RickinBaltimore]

Steve I really do hope you get to experience what me and all of us Blues fans did last year. If we can't repeat, hope you guys end your drought.

[@kevinbobandy532]

We enjoyed watching bozie gunnar n steen going all the way. Blue play the way we want the buds to play

[@dr.curious5136]

Bozie is a Stanley cup champion , I’m very happy for for him . Well deserved. Now it’s just JVR’s turn... but leafs first. Congrats on the contract Steve , also well deserved

[@johnr7499]

I think most people are and should be happy for you with your success in what you have accomplished, because you are just an everyday guy that lives in Oshawa!! I’m happy for you and I use to live in Oshawa!!

[@Vegland]

Not a buyer in Canada winning a cup. Was a fan of the Potvin era. Love the prospects in Toronto. Hate the lack of love from the players for contracts. Pretty much sunk the ship before it sailed. 3 wishes would be for a Guy like you posting for Vegas. Or Jersey, maybe Colorado but digress. Pissing me off your fundraiser is falling short. So, gonna drop a couple dollars for Easter Seals, for You. Thank you for being an Amazing hockey fan!!!!

[@lastofusclips5291]

congrats on the extension!

[@jamesknoop1265]

Love the vids. Suggestion: arrows on the stills??

[@garettturbettmusic]

3 more years with you on Sportsnet!!! That’s awesome!!!!

[@junioruncle4378]

I miss the victory pupppies.

[@livelifeTOrcr1p]

Congratulations on 3 more years with SN. Great work Steve.

[@jina8860]

I saw the commercial on Saturday that was the highlight no one should be mad seeing Steve on tv that’s just cray cray

[@futuresequence.]

I believe your fans are donating what they can. You're reach is further than ever, but it's not growing exponentially. You'll raise more than you have before, let's celebrate that.

[@BigH0mie89]

Back hard!!!💪🏻

[@ianbumstead8733]

I said all the same things about kapanen, Freddie and Pietrangelo when that goal went in. Glad I'm not the only one who saw it that way

[@Zbruhhhh]

After 51 years the blues are finally getting some puck luck. Leafs were flying, Nylander looked awsome imo. Good game.

[@jamesleblanc2583]

Never apologize for trying to raise money for charity, let alone a charity that personally helped your family. Your a better human being for doing it.

[@jenniferberry2726]

So whose winning the cup this year, Philadelphia (JVR), Colorado (kadri), Carolina(Gardiner), seems players have to leave the Toronto maple leafs team in order to win a cup, Pittsburgh (kessel), St. Louis (Bozak).

[@danielcarney1021]

Days like these I wish there was one of you for every team

[@poonscat9346]

3:51 “WHAT ARE YOU NEW HERE” Me: yes Steven, I am new here

[@gordfoley4760]

Is it just me or since Jake Gardiner left are all Leaf fans searching for their new whipping boy.🤔

[@joec.6476]

OMG you more interesting to watch than the Leafs!!!! October 22nd your in Boston. Cant wait!

[@maxv658]

As an Avs fan, Kadri has been great so far and I'm glad he's in Denver, but it will be take a while to get used to seeing Barrie in anything but burgundy and blue. He really was incredibly underrated during his years in Denver. Glad he's had such a great start with the Leafs though. It was also nice seeing Kerfoot score against Montreal. And for your sake, I hope he continues to shoot. He's got a good shot, but in Denver he just never seemed confident enough to use it and pretty much always passed or panic shot pucks straight into goalie's crests.

[@VegasGoldenKnightsCoverage]

Tough loss for y’all :/ sympathy puppies

[@lilstonewall9838]

Not a Leafs fan but I had an interesting thought that I feel would benefit the Leafs in the long run. I feel getting Hutchinson (or whoever else becomes Freddy's backup) into games throughout the year (between 20-30 games) to give Freddy some more rest throughout the season could go a long way. Sure it sacrifices playoff positioning, but with this playoff format regular season success has diminished in significance. We've also learned that as long as you make it to the dance anything can happen. With the average(at best) Leafs defense in front of Freddy, his health and performance is really what drives this team. Sure the Leaf's offense can outscore most teams in the regular season, but we haven't seen it work in the playoffs yet.

[@DavidSupina]

I am doing swell, Steve, thank you for asking. And I will pet a dog today if the opportunity arises. Good suggestion!

[@Disastromatic]

We don't have Nazem Kadri Bob Ross anymore...but I'd be happy to hear "Welcome to Willie's" and see what kinda sauce he's serving up in this four star establishment.

[@Secretservice709]

Steve I’m glad they kept you I think this is where hockey needs to go to grow it more the digital age

[@LouAdipietro]

Great game leafs.. it hurts to lose these but that means we know we had a chance

[@vampirefroggie]

I'm doing well and have pet all 3 of my doggos already this morning :) thank you for asking

[@Jacob-gi8ww]

this loss was a win in my books. the Blues team last night was the Blues team that won the cup plus they have Justin Faulk now. the Leafs today are not the leafs that lost to Boston in the first round and they're not the leafs that we'll see in march/april 2020- the coaching staff haven't even decided who the 4th line is yet. after 4 games there is a lot more to be excited about than to be disappointed about. nylander looks AMAZING. yes he got the beauty goal last night but coming into this game I was most impressed with his 3 drawn penalties in 3 games (willie bob ross?). Auston was an inch away from having 6 goals in 4 games, barrie deserves a barrie jar, 5 leafs are on a point/game pace and 2 of them are defensemen. biggest thing to be disappointed about in my books is Kapanen but luckily for me I don't suffer from memory loss so I'm able to remember the Kappy that was a 20yo beast against Washington in the playoffs 3 years ago and the Kappy who scored 20 goals last season (his first full NHL season). no, its not great that he's gone pointless in the first 4 games and he's a minus-4 and he's made some bone-headed mistakes but its only 4 games, he can turn it around....

[@JeffCfreeradiorevolution]

I think it’s clear a full rebuild is necessary. This isn’t a playoff team...unload Matthews an Marner while they still have value!

[@bryceferguson5131]

go be bruins fan

[@shawn6745]

One of the worst takes I've heard in a long time.

[@michaellantz3601]

Try flipping Kappy and Johnsson. Kappy had success with Matthews, but his biggest weapon--getting sprung down the boards and blowing by the D--isn't being used by Marner/Tavares (who prefer to skate it up ice).

[@Hushoo]

Rielly - Ceci are scarier than anything I'll see this Halloween

[@PeteWalkersBurner]

Hushoo they sad thing is Rielly is scaring me more then Ceci

[@vinitshah4457]

Congrats on the extension Steve, even though it's only a bridge deal, gotta get you on a max deal soon

[@mightymacaque]

Keep it up Steve with your support! You got it dude!

[@jacegordon2448]

I wound love to donate but, as many fans, we are very young. Monetize your videos and send that to whatever you want.You inspired me to make funny leafs videos, and I wish that I could do what you’re doing ❤️

[@danreed2189]

Good video. I saw the same thing you did as far as the SL 3rd goal, namely Anderson came across the net in slow motion. I'd blame him for the goal way before I'd blame Kapanen. And you're right about not throwing Kapenen under the bus. He screwed up with the stick throwing and he is not perfect positionally all the time, just like every other player in the NHL (including Sidney Crosby). It's called being human. Cut the guy some slack and lets get on with the season.

[@jasonbroadbent9588]

I'm not a leafs fan. Bruins fan here, but you make it interesting to here the leafs. Would like to see them make it out of the first round in the next 3 season's and get the cup.

[@Zenkka]

Wait, what Willy plays with #88 why did I never register that before?!? I’m a Flyers fan that’s blasphemy *proceeds to hand Gritty a note with a name and an address*

[@londonpinball]

I just donated, Steve. Thumbs up to you.

[@alexryu8467]

Congrats on the 3 year bridge deal!

[@SkeeterMcTavish]

The Nylander goal was scary good. Binnington was outstanding for the third straight game this year. It feels like Toronto has three lines.

[@IHateMyAccountName]

@MrAauya Berube and O'Reilly played massive parts to the team turning around too.

[@Vegland]

50 bones. Maybe more Canadiens can pitch?

[@sweetiepie1794]

Never apologize for talking about something that means a lot to you!

[@gravelman]

Congratulations Steve, keep’r going.

[@luke5947]

New contract ... 😊 good for you 👍no stress 😂

[@HomerJLeafs]

FIRE BABCOCK ITS A SHAME THAT WILLIAM GOT 0 ICETIME AT THE END OF THE 3RD AND HE WAS OUR BEST PLAYA

[@sundin6781]

Yeah, agree with you ... you can shift the blame to this loss to Freddy getting across the crease on HIS BELLY????? whaaat? if he gotten a cross on his knees or skates, that play would not have ended in a goal....

[@soulslayer434]

People hating on Kappy because they cant hate on Willy anymore.

[@naugles89]

Nylander has been extremely impressive with getting takeaways in the offensive zone and maintaining possession, he should have been out there in the final minute with Andersen pulled

[@Feedback4Utoday]

Wouldn't say extremely...

[@heliumtrophy]

Much as though I enjoyed it, I'm sure pissing a 4-1 lead away against the Habs is worse because you had them at the sword and you're so close to happiness and then that happens and not even the hardest alcohol can erase that memory.

[@Chillin24Seven]

I would move Kappy to 3rd line RW and Moore up. Once Hyman is back I'm assuming the 3rd line will look like Mikheyev/Kerfoot/Kapanen. Might just better do it now rather than later. Tavares and Marner don't really use their other winger they just need a guy to win wall battles and stand in front of the net. Kappy is best when he can use his his speed. He doesn't really get the oppertunity when that line is more about having Mitch carry it in.

[@squarebie]

I would love to see Kappy and Yonny switch spots. Kappy would still be on his off side, but he has chemistry with Matthews and I would love to see what he can do alongside both him and Billy Ny.

[@qui77sink]

Congrats on the extension with Sportsnet

[@gp1237]

I love how the leafs have such a great choking culture. Keep dreaming buddy.

[@genekrobel4707]

BTW.... didn’t people get it - when Kapi was on Matthews line last year? Is it possible he got 20 goals on Matthews line because Matthews made him that good? ..... like Marner makes everyone good? (OH... OOPS... Except Kapi LOL) But in defence of Kapi... he had a great game last game! And he is getting better! He will come into his own!

[@Verrrz]

On that third goal I said the same thing, yes Kappy could've done a little better, but it seriously looked like Freddy gave up or just didn't expect the pass or something.. I 100% think he could've and should've stopped it. I love Freddy, but that didn't look like Freddy at all

[@ericbrewerguitar1499]

Not a primary Leafs fan but I watch most games and Nylander looks like a completely different player this season. He actually looks better than ever and good for him. His goal was pure filth (set up by Ceci, sure ok!)

[@ptstiffler70]

Given the leafs horrendous schedule for October, what would you consider to be a good point total for the month of October for the leafs?

[@PeppermintPepperoni]

*cries*

[@darthzak7970]

Leafs going to be a force this year. Love my Blues but this game was amazing.

[@ptstiffler70]

That was Kapanens best game thus far. He clearly felt bad for the Montreal incident and was giving 110% on the ice last night to make amends. That Pietrangelo goal was not Kappy's fault, one NHL player just had a greater reach to grab that puck, and I think Anderson could have been better also.

[@ericwilliams1845]

Someone always has to be the ire of the fans. We can’t just be a team that loses in a good game which is what this game was. We have to be a fan base who forces the goat horns on someone and right now it’s Kappy. Rielly hasn’t played well either defensively but oh look five assists. He’s off to a great start!

[@rickmartin2019]

Hey Steve! Leafs 53 year drought will continue!!!!! :)

[@m_mallz7781]

Congrats Steve!

[@mcdaviddeservesbetter8]

The Leafs can still just put their play on autopilot until April. The only regular season issue for the Leafs is health.

[@Jacob-df5hr]

I'm so glad Nylander is both back AND hard

[@ericbenevides2913]

Dude i was thinking for a while but u should try hockey night in cinema again and charge a fee for cinema rental and once you have paid the fee give Easter seals or sick kids the money

[@moparmaxx26]

It was a great games Steve! Mine was just a tad better that day! Good game!

[@Feedback4Utoday]

Mikheyev is phenom!! Moore doing very well! Kerf eel too. They don't have Kadri which hurts some so give it time. NyL really hurt the team in many ways - don't jump for him too fast.

[@xnbomb]

Here's the difference between the two losses you are comparing. We lost to Montreal because we were tired, and ran out of gas in the third period (sorry, building a championship team or not ... when the same 15 guys play all three of those games, and the only 3 who are rested are the ones who get the least ice time, it's going to be a problem). We lost to St. Louis because they are a better team than we are. You know how I know that? Because we outplayed them for most of the game, and they still beat us. That's what really good teams do: They find a way to win games, regardless of the run of play. I get the feeling St. Louis was giving about 80% effort there. And they notched it up just enough to win. On the other hand, that was 100% Maple Leafs capacity on display. To win that game, we have to be ahead at the end of the second with a two or three goal lead. I generally agree that Kapanen is not a good fit for Marner and Tavares in terms of getting the same chemistry and style of play. Hyman tends to retrieve the puck deep and then get it back to one his linemates. I have not seen Kapanen do that once yet ... but it's not his style really. Hyman actually does a better job on the forecheck, and Kapanen on the backcheck. And it is wonderful to have a forward who backchecks like Kapanen ... but it changes the offensive chemistry of the line. I have no idea if Moore or Mikheyev is a better Hyman substitute. Yeah, I wouldn't mess with the Matthews or Kerfoot lines. If there is someone from the Line 4 collection of players who deserves a shot on Tavares' line, maybe try that. Yes, Kapanen has had a rough couple of days. But he is still a fantastic player and we do need to see what role he is finally going to settle into on this year's team. Over the past off season, I was adamant that even with all the difficult personnel and cap room decisions this team had to make that we keep Kapanen. And my opinion has not changed: I think he is a player with incredible potential, both as a scorer and competent two-way player. He's a guy who can go up to top line if/when Nylander or Johnsson ever has to miss games. He has speed, can score, and can defend both in even-strength play and as penalty killer. I expect some short handed goals from him (although I think we are going to miss Connor Brown in that respect). I just wonder if you can justify Kapanen's cap hit on the fourth line, which is where he ends up once Hyman is back. As it is, when Hyman returns, we have to say goodbye to 3 forwards in the ~$750k cap hit range. I think this means that realistically Petan, Shore, Spezza, and Timashov are all fighting for one job (I think Gauthier is not going anywhere). And having done the cap math, I think Petan actually *has* to go ... otherwise we are ~$17,000 short of the required cap space (as his $775k salary is the highest of those four). Either Holl or Marincin goes down when Dermott returns (and you actually need a little cap room for this too, because Dermott is more expensive than both of those guys), and you have to have at least one spare defender, so the other is safe. Because this scenario I am describing, where Hyman and Dermott are back, and we have one spare defender and zero spare forwards on the roster is the reality unless you move a higher priced player. So what higher priced player has no clear role once Hyman returns? Kapanen better start having some better games. Let me reiterate: I like the guy, I like his potential. I would like to keep him. But the situation is really not working in his favour. Because over the course of this season, forwards will get injured. And we do not want to be where the Penguins are now ... with a roster so short that we have no one to slot into the lineup at multiple forward positions. It is either a fire sale of several near league minimum players, or one of the bigger money guys has to go. And the latter actually is probably better for the team when it comes to having a roster that can survive injuries.