Rink Rat Report
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -Passionate opinions and analysis on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Misery loves company. Join us and share in the pain that is being a fan of the Blue and White hockey team from Toronto.
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Episodes
Stanley Cup Final + What's Next for TB & MTL + Tarasenko Trade Talk
July 08, 2021 05:13 - 1 hour00:00 - Cup presentation thoughts and best moments 05:10 - Game 5 analysis 19:40 - Stanley Cup Finals Series closing thoughts 28:40 - Where does Tampa Bay go from here? 41:45 - Where does Montreal go from here? 53:30 - What other GM’s will take from the cup winning Tampa Bay Lightning team 1:01:00 - Rat Race questions
Stanley Cup Finals Game 3 & 4 Analysis
July 06, 2021 05:51 - 1 hour00:00 - Breaking down games 3 and 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. What we liked and didn’t like from both Montreal and Lightining. We got into a tangent about Price vs Lunqvist 35:45 - Making sense of the Victor Arvidsson trade 52:25 - Our thoughts on Joel Erickson Ek 8 Year 5.25 million dollar contract 1:03:00 - Rat Race
Stanley Cup Finals Game 1 & 2 Analysis
July 01, 2021 05:16 - 1 hour(00:00) - Stanley Cup Finals Game 1 & 2 Analysis (31:20) - Wayne Simmonds signings (41:00) - Frederik Andersen and UFA Goalie talk (45:05) - Ryan Nugent-Hopkins deal and the implications it has on the Free Agent Market (54:30) - NHL Awards: Some of these votes were ummmmm "fun" (1:11:10) - Duncan Kieth rumours
Stanley Cup Finals Preview
June 28, 2021 04:12 - 1 hour-Closing analysis on the Conference Finals series for MTL vs. VGK and TBL vs. NYI. -In depth preview into the Habs vs. Bolts matchup -Why Philip Danault has made a bigger impact than his stat line would indicate -A look at the goaltending matchup -Where the Lightning could struggle with the Habs' system. Note: I implore everyone to read into the situation surrounding the Chicago Blackhawks and former coach Brad Aldrich. This situation should have been handled at the time that happened an...
Rink Rat Report Podcast: What is going on with the Hockey Episode 3
June 22, 2021 03:25 - 1 hour-Ridiculing the idiotic statements thrown around Twitter this week -Tampa Bay vs. New York and Vegas vs. Montreal analysis and remainder of the series predictions -Rat Race: Brady Tkachuk, Zach Hyman and Marc-Andre Fleury predictions
Rink Rat Report Podcast: What is going on with the Hockey? Episode 2
June 15, 2021 14:47 - 1 hourVery in depth episode that will keep you up to date with the series that are going on between Tampa and New York as well as Vegas and Montreal. -A deep dive into what happened in the last 2 games between Colorado and Vegas -Dougie Hamilton talk. Why he is such a great player and the implications of the latest news surrounding him -Holding the media accountable to their stupid questions -Saying farewell to Martin Marincin
Rink Rat Report Podcast: What is going on with the Hockey?
June 08, 2021 16:45 - 1 hourListen, talking about Mitch Marner golfing, moronic trade proposals and other rumours that don't matter is not going to be exciting. We've decided to save the Leafs talk until after the Stanley Cup has ended. This episode we go through each series, give our takes and analysis and draft 2 players we like from each series. Also a good look at what a power play is supposed to look like. If we sound salty about the MTL vs. WPG. series well it's because we are. Deal with it. Finish it off with ...
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Leafs Playoff Edition Episode 6
June 01, 2021 12:59 - 1 hour- What went wrong for the Leafs? - Answering DM's - Our Dion’s for the series - Rat Race questions
Rink Rat Report Playoff Edition Episode 5
May 30, 2021 19:55 - 56 minutes- Airing of grievances after another comeback ot loss - Listener opinions - Rat Race - Lineup changes for game 7 - are we cursed?
Rink Rat Report Podcast: 2021 Playoffs Edition Episode 4
May 28, 2021 03:57 - 54 minutesGame 5 Recap and analysis -Taking away the positives from a tough result -What went wrong for the Leafs tonight -Top 3 Performers from the Leafs tonight -Answering Direct Messages
Rink Rat Report Podcast: 2021 Playoffs Episode 3
May 26, 2021 04:15 - 52 minutesGalchenyuk Revenge Game -Breaking Down Game 4 -Thoughts on the lineup changes -Betting is stupid -Eat Crow on some takes -Taking DM's for Best Player tonight
Rink Rat Report Podcast: 2021 Playoffs Episode 2
May 25, 2021 08:22 - 1 hourGame 2 & 3 recaps. Lineup changes we’d link to see made. Leafs 3 stars so far. Instagram submissions for best player in the series so far. Banger of an episode
Rink Rat Report Playoff Edition 2021 Episode 1
May 21, 2021 05:22 - 45 minutesPrayers to John Tavares and his family. Really hoping for a speedy recovery for him that was scary to watch. Game 1 Recap and analysis -Why did this feel so much like Game 1 against Columbus last year? -Likes and dislikes in todays game overall -Who played well and who struggled. -What happens to the lineup moving forward.
Rink Rat Report Podcast: North Division Playoff Primer 2021
May 17, 2021 11:40 - 1 hourThe best episode we have put out ever. Hands down it is not even close. -Our picks for the Leafs vs. Habs series. -Analyzing the lineup and power play that Sheldon Keefe has decided to go with. -A look at the Habs lineup and what they bring to this series. -Edmonton vs. Winnipeg analysis -Answering submitted questions.
Rink Rat Report Podcast: One Step Closer to The Big Dance
May 10, 2021 04:03 - 37 minutesAnother week another couple Leafs wins. -Gambling Diaries -3 Stars of the Week -Have my opinions on the lines changed? -Who would you rather play Montreal or Winnipeg?
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
May 03, 2021 03:18 - 25 minutesAnother perfect week for the Leafs. Nothing eases the Sunday Scaries quite like it. -Rockstar Sh-t 3 Stars of the week -What are the lines going to look like in the Playoffs for the Leafs.
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Attitude Era Leafs
April 26, 2021 05:35 - 35 minutes-Leafs not letting other teams push them around -Thoughts on Foligno's first week -Enter Sandman -Expressing the highs and lows of cheering for this team
Rink Rat Report Podcast: What did you expect?
April 19, 2021 03:27 - 26 minutesHonestly what did you expect from the Leafs in a game that they were a slam dunk to win? Overall not a good week from the Leafs. -Thoughts on the Leafs this week -What needs to happen moving forward -Leafs Star of the week
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Trades, Trades, Trades
April 12, 2021 04:26 - 37 minutesBreaking down the Nick Folingo, David Rittich and Riley Nash trades. What these mean for the Leafs. Overall thoughts on the Leafs games this past week.
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Too Good To Not Pod About
April 05, 2021 05:07 - 29 minutesIt is ALL smiles in Leafs land right now. -Discussing TSN's questionable takes on Zach Hyman -Power Play suggestions -What's missing from the 4th line -Trade Deadline dreams -Weekly recap
Rink Rat Report Podcast: Gally Appreciation Pod
March 29, 2021 04:12 - 26 minutesNew episode taking a look at Saturdays game against Edmonton. Evaluating Jack Campbell’s last 2 starts. Likes and dislikes and what needs to change moving forward. Did make an edit to include the Alex Steeves news.
EMERGENCY EPISODE: The Leafs have Failed us Again!
February 16, 2021 05:11 - 23 minutesJust when you think they couldn’t sink any lower...they find a way to surprise you. What a horri-awful performance from the Leafs tonight
Enough with the Joe Thornton disrespect!
October 22, 2020 04:00 - 27 minutes-Thoughts on the Ilya Mikheyev re-signing -A look at the Jumbo Joe signing and what most people aren't talking about regarding his game -Around the bird app, where we painfully take a look at the nonsense that is on Twitter
Leafs Free Agency Recap
October 13, 2020 13:48 - 42 minutesGreat episode. Recapping the Leafs signing and trade. Roster run through and the Leafs are not done.
Let the Free Agency Madness Begin!
October 09, 2020 13:11 - 30 minutesGeneral thoughts on the Leafs draft. A look at potential targets for the Leafs in Free agency.
Rink Rat Report Offseason Addition: Kapanen Trade
August 26, 2020 13:38 - 31 minutesThoughts on the Kapanen trade: who and what the Leafs received, who they gave up and an overall analysis of the trade. Also what’s next for this offseason?
Playoffs Episode 5: Pain
August 10, 2020 04:30 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBRecap of Game 4, 5 and the series as a whole. What right for them and what went wrong. What to do moving forward and how the Leafs can improve. Lots of anger and angst. Enjoy. Or don't. That's up to you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rink-rat-report/support
Playoffs Episode 5: Marincin & Ceci played on the same line
August 10, 2020 04:30 - 36 minutesRecap of Game 4, 5 and the series as a whole. What right for them and what went wrong. What to do moving forward and how the Leafs can improve. Lots of anger and angst. Enjoy. Or don't. That's up to you.
Playoffs Edition Episode 4: It was a 3 goal Lead
August 07, 2020 10:37 - 21 minutesA little rumbling, some ranting about what unfolded in game three.
Playoffs Episode 3: Buds are Buzzin
August 05, 2020 15:13 - 26 minutesA much better game from the Leafs top to bottom. -Improvements we need to see for game 3 -The difference between game 2 and game 3 -Who played well and who still needs to step up
Playoffs Episode 2: Well that Sucked
August 03, 2020 17:24 - 20 minutesRecap and thoughts on the Leafs vs. Blue Jackets game 1 -Cody Ceci -Who played well and who deserves a stern talking to -Why certain players' XGF% looked the way that it did -How are the Leafs going to beat the Jackets in game 2
The Best Episode yet: RRR Podcast 2020 Playoff Edition
July 29, 2020 05:40 - 58 minutesFt. Josh Cooper (Not of the Athletic) -Leafs vs. Canadiens recap and analysis -Nick Robertson watch is on in full effect -In depth look at the Leafs vs. Blue Jackets series -Playoff series predictions
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 14: World Juniors Game 1
December 27, 2019 06:52 - 49 minutesA look at the Canada vs. USA game. What we liked, what we didn't like and who stood out. We also took a look ahead at the next game against Russia and what Canada has to do to beat them. Later on we take a look at the insane Leafs vs. Hurricanes game 12/10 would listen
Rink Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 13: What do you to this team to make them perfect?
December 19, 2019 06:46 - 1 hourTaylor Hall Trade Leafs Week in Review A look at the upcoming schedule against the Rangers, Red Wings, and Hurricanes We ask the BIG question: What do you to this team to make them perfect?
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 12: World Juniors Early Looks + Leafs Week in Review
December 12, 2019 05:19 - 30 minutes-Taking a look at the Leafs past week -Taking a look at the Canadian World Juniors team. Who are the big players and a look at the game against USports 12/10 would listen
Rink Rat Report Season 2 Episode 11: Backup Goalie Dreams
December 06, 2019 05:23 - 33 minutesThis episode we dive into the Leafs Week that was: Buffalo Home and Home, Philly and Colorado. A look at the backup goalie position. What's out there, what are some realistic options and why there's not a lot in the budget to spend. Bonus: why do people dump on Matthews, Nylander and Marner so much? 12/10 would listen
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 10: Hockey Coaching, Babcock to Keefe Differences & More
November 29, 2019 06:32 - 34 minutesGet into some of the BIG hockey news going around. Then dive into the Leafs play as of late and the differences between the way the Leafs play under Keefe versus what we saw with Babcock
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 9: Babcock Firing & The Beginning of the Sheldon Keefe Era
November 21, 2019 04:47 - 51 minutesWOW the hammer dropped in Toronto and so did episode 9. We discuss: Our thoughts on Mike Babcock getting fired was his tenure a failure and we close off on the topic by saying something nice about Babs. We also get into Keefe SZN, our thoughts on that and the debut of our new segment “Hey Sheldon” 12/10 episode.
Rink Rat Report Season 2 Episode 8: Quarter Season Takes
November 15, 2019 06:58 - 56 minutesWe take a look at the week that was and dive heavily into this past quarter of a season and give our takes and analysis on what we have thought of the Leafs so far. 12/10 Episode
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 7: Media Check
November 07, 2019 12:02 - 48 minutesLeafs week in review, a look at the upcoming schedule, poking holes in the media’s criticism and who’s gone once Hyman is back?
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 6: Spooky SZN & Grit
October 31, 2019 05:28 - 47 minutesGrit. What is it? Where is it? How do you measure? Educate yourself! 12/10 Episode. Leafs Week in Review, a look at the upcoming schedule and who stood out this week.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 5
October 24, 2019 05:39 - 36 minutesLeafs fans are big mad. The pod looks into who and what is responsible for this. 12/10 episode would listen
Rink Rat Report Season 2 Episode 4: NHL Season week 2, LWR, Ranking Performances and Moore
October 10, 2019 04:37 - 31 minutesA 12/10 episode. Leafs Week in Review, a look at the week ahead and ranking the performances from each line.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 3: 1st Leafs Week in Review of the Year
October 03, 2019 05:22 - 16 minutesLeafs vs. Senators Recap and Analysis. First impressions of this years team as well as what individuals and line combinations really impressed.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 2: Leafs Week in Review plus NHL Top 50 Players
September 26, 2019 04:38 - 1 hourWe discuss the Leafs' past week of preseason games as well as who we thought impressed and who disappointed. We close the episode off by taking a look at TSN's annual top 50 players and giving our own top 10 list. 11/10 episode.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Season 2 Episode 1: Offseason and Current Roster Analysys
September 16, 2019 18:17 - 1 hourJosh Cooper's first live epi was an awesome one. Nothing short of legendary. Listen to it. Trust me, I know more than you.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 23 with Josh from Leicester: Playoffs reactions and analysis
April 17, 2019 05:38 - 32 minutesAnother solid Episode. Josh comes on to discuss the playoffs and what to expect from certain series moving forward.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 22 Ft. The GSD Group: Playoff Matchups Analysis, Johnny doesn't have a lisp and Other Hot Takes
April 10, 2019 05:46 - 1 hourJoined by the GSD Group: Josh from Leicester, Johnny Taranta, and The Leech. We break down each of the NHL playoff matchups, plus a look at each series' gambling odds. Obviously because we are Toronto homers we take an extra deep dive in to the Leafs vs. Bruins series. This episode was good. So you should listen.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 21: Leafs roster comparison, Standings Watch, Annoying Leafs Fans and Reasons for my hiatus
April 01, 2019 11:15 - 48 minutesLots of heavy rants in this one. This was a good episode, I highly advise you listen and subscribe. I take a look at the Leafs roster this year compared to last year, a look at the standing, who’s in who’s not and the addition of a new segment.
Rink Rat Report Podcast Episode 20: Western Canada Wagon Tour Blue and White Edition
March 11, 2019 11:27 - 39 minutesThis is Episode 20. It was a good episode so you should listen. Next week will be Episode 21