Scotty and Ziggy look back at free agency and perhaps the biggest thing the Leafs acquired was cap space (1:40). Then one of the best interviews we’ve had on Lead Off as Luke Prokop discusses coming out as a gay NHL player. The reaction and support. Scotty Mac related to the story and the hope […]

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July 29: Lead Off Speaks with Luke Prokop

Gord Stellick kicks off the free agent frenzy as the Leafs look to a tough way to fix a roster – UFAs (56:05). Justin Cuthbert from Yahoo checks in next to discuss the replacement for Zach Hyman and how the Seth Jones deal could impact what Dougie Hamilton might get (1:09:00). Georges Laraque follows with […]

July 28: The frenzy is anything but free

Scotty and Ziggy look back at the Jays most recent blown lead after the loss to Boston and the pressure it puts on Ross Atkins ahead of Friday (1:06). First up, Olympic legend Mark Tewksbury discusses the Canadians doing so well in the pool and the difference in build with every event from butterfly to […]

July 27: Oops They Blew It Again

Before we get to the news of the day, Scotty and Ziggy actually have live sports during the show and they hope Dan Shulman is ok with the 4am games (4:17)! Canada is hot in the pool, the Jays have a trade deadline, the Raptors have a draft and the Leafs face free agency (7:13). […]

July 26: Drafts, Deadlines and Signings- That’s Toronto Sports

Scotty and Ziggy open up with Kyle Dubas’ comments about backing his roster (5:20). Then, right as the opening ceremonies are about to begin in Tokyo we are joined by Peter Mansbridge who looks back at his many times hosting the Olympics and the specific memory of Donovan Bailey 25 years ago (37:48). Next up […]

July 23: For Better Or For Worse … Dubas Doubles Down

Scotty and Ziggy look back at the Expansion Draft and the surprise that Seattle avoided many stars and ended up with a very conservative and bland lineup … for now (5:14). Mike Zeisberger jumps in on this as well as the news today that Zach Hyman is headed to the Oilers (58:02). Next up Kevin […]

July 22: Bye Bye Hyman

Scotty and Brent look back at one of the greatest performances in NBA history with Giannis’ 50 to clinch the title (2:10). We then head to Tokyo to speak with Rosie MacLennan who is trying for the gold 3-peat in trampoline (48:30). Jeff Marek helps us preview the Expansion Draft and how this is partially […]

July 21: Let’s. Get. Kraken

Scotty and Brent look back at a disastrous start to the Jays series with the Red Sox (1:49). Chris Johnston checks in ahead of the expansion draft and looks at why Kyle Dubas made “protection move” ahead of time (56:26). Kevin Barker is next and back to the Stripling chat: this time a very specific […]

July 20: Stripling Done As A Starter? Leafs Get Off on the Wrong Kerfoot?

Scotty and Brent open with the Jays impressive sweep of the Rangers (2:35). Adam Stanley drops by to look back at The Open Championship and what both Mackenzie Hughes and Corey Conners told him after their final round yesterday (39:26). Jon Morosi examines the Jays roster and their approach to the deadline (54:44). Then an […]

July 19: Drafts and Deadlines, Change is Coming to Toronto

Scott MacArthur and Brent Gunning host! Kayla Alexander, forward for Canada’s women’s national basketball team, checks in from Japan to discuss her first Olympic experience (31:17). Adam Stanley weighs in on Bryson DeChambeau’s comments about his driver and Mackenzie Hughes’ strong opening round at The Open Championship (47:20). Ben Nicholson-Smith stops by to chat about […]

July 16: Ali Curtis, Pat Maroon, & NHL rumour mill heats up

Adam Stanley joins Scotty and Ziggy to discuss the opening round of The Open Championship (39:44). Bob Costas provides his insight on the Blue Jays’ first half of the season and Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers (48:40). Then Kevin Barker stops by to chat about his takeaways from this year’s MLB All-Star festivities and […]

July 15: Bob Costas, Julien BriseBois, and TFC’s homecoming

Stu Cowan joins Scotty and Ziggy to discuss Dominique Ducharme’s new three-year contract extension with the Canadiens (40:06). Lisa Thomaidis, head coach of Canada’s women’s basketball team, checks in from Japan to chat about her team’s preparations for the Tokyo Games (63:00). Next, Jeff Marek chimes in on the Wild buying out Zach Parise and […]

July 14: Vlad Jr. wins All-Star MVP, plus Ian Baker-Finch

Bev Priestman, head coach of the Canadian women’s national soccer team, joins Scotty and Ziggy from Japan to discuss her team’s preparations for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics (46:49). Kevin Barker drops by to chat about Pete Alonso winning last night’s home run derby and Shohei Ohtani taking centre stage in tonight’s All-Star Game (1:07:55). Then […]

July 13: Pete Alonso repeats and the Oilers land Duncan Keith

Stephen Brunt joins Scotty and Ziggy to weigh in on Conor McGregor’s gruesome ankle injury and Robbie Ray’s strong first half of the season (52:10). Arash Madani stops by to discuss the Senators’ hiring of Pierre McGuire and Novak Djokovic winning his 20th major title (1:16:50). Craig Forrest, co-host of the Footy Prime podcast, chimes […]

July 12: Jays draft Gunnar Hoglund and Italy triumphs

Scotty and Ziggy open with the Leafs’ signing of Travis Dermott and whether it’s more likely or less likely that he’s left exposed for Seattle (7:47). James Sharman checks in and explains the nerves and emotion heading into the final of Euro 2020 (1:14:03). Next, we speak with Gord Ash of the Brewers, formerly of […]

July 9: A Busy Time to be the GM of the Jays … and the Leafs … and the Raptors!

Engaging sports conversation, enthusiastic debate, and wide-ranging opinions with Ashley Docking, Mike Zigomanis, & Scott MacArthur. Entertaining, passionate, and fun – all the while focusing on the topics Toronto sports fans care about most.

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