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John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome Nick Kypreos to 100% Hockey for a conversation about the Toronto Maple Leafs, their early-season performance, and the biggest questions facing the organization.
Kypreos gives the Maple Leafs a C+ grade and explains where he believes the team has fallen short of expectations. The discussion covers Toronto's roster, the performances of key players, and the challenges of developing young talent while remaining competitive.
The conversation also turns to Auston Matthews and his leadership, including the influence of former Maple Leafs captain Mats Sundin and the importance of establishing the right culture in Toronto's dressing room.
Before welcoming Kypreos, John and Daren revisit the Winnipeg Jets' remarkable comeback victory and debate whether it could provide the spark the team needs to turn its season around.
The guys also examine Dylan Larkin's situation with the Detroit Red Wings, including trade speculation and the decisions facing the organization.
Plus, a look at Nikita Kucherov's contract situation in Tampa Bay, the impact of ownership changes, and the latest developments around the NHL.
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"S3 Ep17: The Leafs Report Card: Nick Kypreos on Matthews, McKenna, and Toronto's Start." is an episode of 100% Hockey. Runtime 1 hr 0 min. Published November 4, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.