Ron MacLean on Saturday Night Hockey & the 2026-27 Maple Leafs

Ron MacLean, host of Saturday Night Hockey, joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the new NHL season.

Ron previews what fans can expect from the new-look Saturday Night Hockey alongside Elliotte Friedman, Kevin Bieksa, and Colby Armstrong, while also discussing the transition from Hockey Night in Canada and what it means for Saturday night hockey coverage.

The conversation then turns to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Ron weighs in on the Leafs' offseason and explains why he believes John Chayka could be “maybe the most important pickup” for the organization. He also has plenty of praise for John Tavares and Gavin McKenna, including what he expects from the No. 1 overall pick in his first NHL season.

Plus, Ron identifies what he believes could be the biggest reason the Leafs bounce back this season: the power play.

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