Will Auston Matthews be sticking around with the Leafs long-term? | OverDrive - May 15 2023 - Part 1

Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs being eliminated in the second round by the Florida Panthers, what potential changes could the Maple Leafs undergo this summer and Auston Matthews’ future in Toronto.

[@LiL_ZiPPeR25]

Please keep putting the full overdrive shows on youtube. Its the best sports talk show!!

[@Stewieboy1995]

Would be nice if they could post more long segments like this one or post the whole show.

[@LightningNC]

Jordan Martinook, by himself, had more points in Round 2 than the entire "Core Four."

[@Listman11]

Two of your big 4 must include a stud defenseman and an elite goalie.

[@johngallagher72]

Totally agree ... Montreal ..Price and Weber ...Tampa ...V and Hedman ...Florida ...Bob and Eckblad

[@DanRaidersWarriorsSharksGiants]

You want to trade for Karl? 4 firsts and two 2nd round picks he is yours.

[@pierresoorden5975]

Morgan Rielly

[@xdraconicgaming5204]

The sound of silence is a masterpiece. If you don't like this song then you've never properly listened to it. It seems depressing because it all about society's lack of ability to communicate properly both intentionally and emotionally and how it creates a world that can't genuinely love. It's a social commentary of humanities biggest flaw. It fits the Leafs fans very well tbh.

[@megatokyo2100]

What I was waiting for this Monday!!!! Thank you! 🎉

[@davesway1170]

Best trio on television. The tie convo made me laugh

[@Michael-tn9wp]

Good convo, O'Neil has an opinion, was good here, but I don't think he's good everyday through the slog of the reg season, looks like he's sleeping. Wouldn't be great if they reduced to 70 games?

[@yazdani3289]

3 Homer's

[@ChimairaGod]

Samsonov was the only player who spoke from the heart

[@Landis_Grant]

He said he didn’t like the traffic in Toronto.

[@xonerex7501]

And Rielly

[@theflyervault]

Can you guys talk about getting rid of the hall and Oates goal song?

[@Stewieboy1995]

Well I definitely don’t want drake or Justin bieber lol

[@DanRaidersWarriorsSharksGiants]

How long as that been the goal song?

[@theflyervault]

@@DanRaidersWarriorsSharksGiants too long

[@AndrewStro]

Agreed. Sometimes it's the little things and the team had had no real playoff success with that tune. Big changes can come from a lot of little changes. The way its been, sadly, the most appropriate Canadian song for them would be Trooper's we're here for a good time, not a long time

[@GaryJones2012]

All you had to do was look at Mathew's face. He didn't want to be playing. Never a smile. No enthusiasm. No pumping up the bench. Nothing! Trade him!

[@flippy66]

Matthews seems to think that reciprocated is a synonym for communicated.

[@Landis_Grant]

Auston will go 5 years once again.

[@mofoyul]

No way. Next contract is 7-8 years, whether in Toronto or not.

[@red3here]

Longer than 5.

[@marcomoschella6807]

Some people don't understand english to welL 9n Mon Matthews stated 'My intention is to be here': Matthews says it's 'a true honour' to play for Leafs

[@brucekellam5203]

Absolutely right, Hayesy, somebody PLEASE give us some genuine, honest, believable, candid responses about not reaching your #1 goal, AGAIN!! Please get F****** real when you talk to us!! Otherwise, how can you possibly expect us, the fans, to believe??

[@hectorhec5973]

What is different is that they all know what a missed opportunity has happened. They are PROs they know what they missed out on. They may never get an opportunity like this for the rest of their playing days !!!

[@matthewmccallum3479]

Best part about this was the tie controversy

[@blackrocks8413]

stick around...mope around. Same same

[@sniperovski]

I’m a Flyers fan born and raised in Philly, but I actually feel slightly depressed that these Canadian teams got bounced 😔 just a fan of the star players/passionate fanbases.. I would truly love to see an EDM vs TOR final someday.

[@raellaneta6832]

If you think Trump tore the country apart, an EDM vs TOR series will do it lol

[@cpnstbn1266]

I’m a Leafs fan but hope the flyers can turn things around

[@MichaelThomas-ll1hw]

I’m a Leafs fan, thank you for your kind words Philadelphia man, wishing you guys the best 🤝

[@flippy66]

@@raellaneta6832 Which country are you talking about?

[@JHockeyFan]

Nah I hope the Canadian teams lose forever. Their arrogant fans deserve it

[@jcoats5529]

I hope not. Way over paid. He's no McDavid!

[@hockeyfan7100]

McDavid 's won nothing.

[@brianmouland209]

Think Matthews needs to go to an American market,LA or Chicago

[@bluetocop]

why wasnt Simmonds on the team bench to talk to Panthers thugs in this series to protect our assets

[@blackrocks8413]

why would he?

[@gilbertayala1069]

Who cares... He did nothing in the playoffs... He not going bring you a cup. McDavid could even do it for the oilers and he is alot better than Matthew

[@jcoats5529]

100 x's better than Mathews. And Edmonton basically had 1 line and weak goaltending.

[@scottcampbell5536]

Trade him now while he has value.

[@denisrodrigue829]

No major changes,losing organisation

[@totalgamer1819]

LIFETIME LEAF!

[@VanMichael21]

sorry to hear that man, good luck to u.

[@stephenphillips6245]

If Mathews is 15...then McKinney is 17million and McDavid is 19million If Mathews cd cut to the net and blast it by the goalie, in the playoffs he is worth 12...he can't do it ...call it a bad wrist whatever

[@kennethridout5634]

I think he does resign with the Leafs when he does either William Nylander or Mitch Marner is delt to another team and probably 5 other players are likely to be gone next season

[@mr8966]

Media.

[@cantrait7311]

Tavares is not a leader if he won’t waive his no trade then give the C to Morgan

[@Stewieboy1995]

He hardly speaks post game it’s always him seeing pissy and oh I have to talk to these reporters again. Always looks like he’s pissy and can’t smile ever or speak up. Then you watch Reilly or Matthews and they speak and talk properly and are humble

[@AndrewStro]

Blow up the core four, they are talented but clearly are not champion material. They way they structured their deals are to maximize their earnings and leave the team struggling for support. I guess all the massive endorsement deals that go along with playing in Toronto are not enough to line their pockets.

[@dawnwilson1529]

the apathy of the Leafs players is directly from management.....the management does not care about of the fans....all they care about is money...they know no matter how bad the team is they will still make money....they need to ditch Shanahan and clean out the front office....the only one with heart is Rielly....he deserves to be on a better team...

[@brianmouland209]

Good Theme Song

[@dougbell9543]

Austin Matthew’s agent will likely recommend free agency. ✔️

[@claytonmishak6931]

Maybe Dumba is the solution for Rielly's partner? Knies and Robertson replacements for Kerfoot and Bunting, 3C Holmberg, 4C Accari instead of Kampf... With those changes they can have the money for Dumba.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Dubas assembled a bunch of good players. Leafs don't have a good playoff team. Keefe didn't motivate them. Keefe had no answers when Plan A failed. Neither Dubas nor Keefe are the right people to improve the playoff team. Changes must be made to correct that. Players must be traded to improve the playoff team. First round win is not an accomplishment, nor goal. Winning the Stanley Cup is. We've waited far, far too long, we've heard all the excuses over the years. Get it done!!

[@brianmouland209]

Overpaid for Tavares and Nylander

[@jimlangdon1947]

With playoff letdowns - it makes sense for Matthews to stay in Toronto where he has been a good but overrated player. Brett Hull & Matthews scored 60 goals without being good enough to be called a Generational Player.

[@Thisisbailie]

This is all about what his greedy agent demands. Kyle has no patience for this anymore.

[@brianmouland209]

No pity for him,Leafs GM is the most stressful job in hockey

[@danieldosso2455]

"Kawi wasn't there". Bullshit. Florida traded for Tkachuk and are off to the 3rd round. "Kawi" IS in the NHL the Laughs just can't find him.

[@giii7599]

Woke culture is killing this franchise.

[@castleview3321]

What's to prevent corporate owners like Rogers offering Matthews an off-ice contract to promote Sportsnet (for example), but in return he has to sign for less with the Leafs to ease the cap hit?

[@CometotheFather-wp9zl]

I’m still in shock the bruins lost

[@ericn.6130]

Great song Imo 😂

[@VoxRox1]

Matthews will leave Toronto

[@michaelburke754]

No he's signing extension Mitch Marner will be traded.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

100% certainty. This is why they must trade him before July 1 when his No Trade Clause kicks in.

[@johngreystone]

@@SammySlam Chicago is laughing at you . Please stop 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@johngreystone]

@@ScubaSteveCanada Mathews is not going anywhere . Marner is the one to go

[@brianmouland209]

Think he will end up in LA

[@donniedoesdishes]

i picked the panthers in 6

[@jekin416]

Ya and what did you pick for Edmonton!?!

[@davidesaunders3252]

Florida 6 Vegas 7

[@hockeyfan7100]

????? What does that mean.

[@TheKris519]

hes gonna stay in toronto

[@Whatisahandlehuh]

What they need to do is get rid of the captain somehow. Maybe Nylander. … They make too much $ off of Marner and of course Matthews. Build around them with that freed up cap space if you can. Not every team specifically a player can win a cup early in their career. Go ask Ovechkin….. and numerous others.

[@brianmouland209]

Absolutely Nylander is now the best Leaf

[@Landis_Grant]

Make life intolerable for John Tavares by stripping him of the captaincy, put him on the third line, and reduce his ice time if he doesn’t agree to be traded to the Senators!

[@flyguy905]

Matthews will get 12.6. Draisaitl will get 12.7. McDavid will get 15

[@killcancersteve]

Gio and matthews didnt perform to their capabilities in playoffs. Matthews is awesome but if he wants $15 let him go. love the guy but we want the cup. Dont give a crap about 20% 15 mil is still 15 mil.

[@DogoodPOG]

hahaha that start im laughing my ass off

[@cludecat7072]

honestly as a leafs fan, I couldn't say, If he thinks this team will be able to win it he stays but only if he gets the amount of money he wants he controls all the cards here, I just hope he stays.

[@dantebrionesclarke3874]

Me too

[@northerngal]

Matthews said today he wants to stay and get the extension done before the new season.

[@Babalu23100]

Yup... right before Dubas gets fired and Matthew's will prolly ask for McDavid or Mackinnon money which he does NOT deserve. 60 goals in the regular season means SFA when it comes to the time when it matters the most... playoff time.

[@grahamshere]

@@Babalu23100 McDavid wasn't perfect either, Guess they should trade him too.

[@tylerlussier1896]

@@grahamshereif Mcdavid was on the leafs they pass Florida idiot 😂😂😂 and I’m a habs fan saying that like if the leafs had Mcdavid instead of Matthews they pass the second round in the Edmonton series Mcdavid showed up and still produced same with Leon it’s the supporting cast that didn’t perform so no Edmonton shouldn’t get rid of McDavid you fucking dummie the leafs should get rid of matthews because he never performs in the playoffs at All! 0 goals when it matters Mcdavid scored in game 6

[@macleanclassics]

Why does everyone focus on the 3 games to 0 deficit and the stats that go with it... Instead, how many teams have won 4 games in a row... Maybe the mindset of leafs nation is the problem. Too much pressure to much negative energy, we're creating our own curse...lol.

[@waynejones5635]

Let's not forget the Panther's won the president trophy last year. They went through the season adjusting to a new style and are now peaking. The Leafs deeply under estimated the Panthers and paid the price. A guy making over $10M is a victim?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Landis_Grant]

The thing is: Matthews could tell the GM that he’ll stay in Toronto only if his very best friend Marner isn’t traded.

[@roz8724]

How can they ever speak the truth when the media and fans crucify them when they make a “wrong” comment? Look how they roasted Marner when all he said was “we don’t care what you guys think”. He let his frustration show but at least he was honest. They are all media trained and say what they are told to!

[@vito9674]

Reilly was 💯the best player on the ice ! Dubas playing the "FAMILY " card today is a JOKE ! Where was that during the 5 YEAR SHANYPLAN? I said it 5 years ago Shany gave DUBAS the keys and the ROPE to hang himself ! Dubas REFUSED to form a "TEAM" for the long haul into the playoffs until it was too little to late ! How ANYONE can say he earned a new contract have short term mem loss ! 4 mil $ SOFT players can NOT will the team to win in the playoffs bc the SKILL set needed to win is NOT THERE ! LAUGHING after a punch in the face along with NO RESPONSE after the KNIES and Bunting muggings are going to get them golfing like IN the last 5 YEARS !

[@gabrielleblanc353]

Guy on the left is only sane one

[@sandysvenson4228]

Send him to Arizona so that he can make ammends to the young girl that he and his friends terrorized

[@jleif7736]

I seen a lot of speculation as to where Matthews could go. I think a very likely spot could be a team like Detroit. They are only going to get better without Matthews, with him, that steam rolls that process. Not only that. They have exactly what the Leafs want Early 2023 Draft picks, and a plethora of talented prospects in the pipeline.. I don't think Toronto makes that trade with a team like LA, and or a WPG, for guys who are slightly older. If Dubas does make a trade, it's going to be for Young talent, nothing else.

[@jcoats5529]

Winnipeg? I grew up there. Great hockey town but Mathews isn't about to go there. It's ridiculous. Wpg is a mess. L A I can see

[@iLightSoundGeometry]

maple laughs lololol

[@Jaspberryram12]

Get out of town fast! Toronto make beliefs just not a good team to play for

[@Dereksdyna96]

No he want's a cup, and he won't be ever getting it there..the club is jinxed!

[@Dereksdyna96]

@@SammySlam some other franchise will offer him more, and he won't let the locker room door slap him on the way out. 🏃🏃‍♂🏃‍♂

[@Dereksdyna96]

@@SammySlam But it's Matthews, not a Marner or Tavares. they will pay$

[@Dereksdyna96]

@@SammySlamI have seen these kind of players come and go, they move on to get they're cup. I am no pro, far from it, but I'm 65yrs old and had the privilege of seeing the Leafs win a cup, and watched them ever since. Jinxed! I think it was Harold Ballard lol, Next season I think the Leafs can do it, eh! go leafs go

[@JordanJam]

​@@SammySlam there's a good 10-15 hockey teams that could give him 15 per and not bat an eye.

[@bluetocop]

blah blah blah

[@mikedonavan]

mathews for draisitl whould u do it?i whould if i was toronto try to trick edm they need centre

[@xonerex7501]

If Matthews insists on a $14-15 million 3 year deal, that's a non starter on two accounts. He can pack his shit and leave.