James and Doug sit down with a man who has coached many teams across many sports including AAA GTHL (then MTHL), mens and boys football, womens hockey, mens hockey; house league, select, and AAA baseball, a former on -ice demonstrator for hockey schools including the famous Dr Yasha Smushkin (skating coach for the Russian summit series team) - Mike Ireland

Doug sits down for a quick rant about expectations for the Leafs, and how the fans have more influence than they might realize.

James and Doug discuss the recent firing of Don Cherry, they break down the Leafs recent games vs Philadelphia and Chicago (20:00) , the ins and outs of why the Leafs seem to be struggling, the waiving of Hutchinson, the OJHL and the Markham Royals (1:02:40), Toronto Jr Canadiens (1:07:25) and the Toronto Patriots (1:10:55), and more!

On this episode of of Offside Hockey Talk proudly brought to you by Muskoka Spray Foam Insulation (MSFI.ca)James sits down and takes a no BS approach on - The latest quote from Babcock - The message being sent - Maturity from players - Spezza - The choice you made being a Leafs fan - Leafs power play woes Recorded : November 4th 2019 Follow the crew Doug (@dougjireland) James (@OHTcertified) and the show (@OFFSIDETALK)

On this episode James sits down with TSN's own Craig Button to discuss all that is the Toronto Maple Leafs, we dive into the good the bad and the ugly, no topic is off limits including coaching and much more. We also take a look around the league at a few fan asked players (Subban. Hall, Benn) and take a look at the Leafs upswing rivals in the Habs. Sit back relax and enjoy it will be therapeutic during this trying time in Leaf Land.

James and Doug talk about the Leafs' recent game against Boston, their issues in the neutral zone, and how much of a scumbag Brad Marchand is! Twitter.com/offsidetalk

The boys get into many topics this episode : - Tavares Injury - Washington Game - Playing from behind - Standings -Muzzin and Leafs no extension talks - Life and Lineup without JT and much much more Recorded : Oct. 17th 2019 Go Offside With the Boys : James - @OHTCertified Doug - @dougjireland Show - @OFFSIDETALK

Doug and James sat down live after Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Wild and talked about the game that was also Trevor Moore, James vs. Spezza, Leafs D future down the line, Dubas scouting Russians, 3 stars and warrior make their debut. Recorded Oct. 15th, 2019 Follow the boys Doug (@Dougjireland) James (@ohtcertified) show (@offsidetalk)

James flies solo on the latest episode and gets into : - PredictionSzn - Dad mode and JT - Kappy and the 3rd line - The Hyman Conundrum - Thoughts on the CBJ, MTL, ST Louis games - Edm and Mcdavid - Neal wakes up so far - Doughty and Matthew battle good for hockey - 3 stars - player of the week - OJHL wrap up and huge shout out to Doug Recorded Oct. 9th, 2019 Follow the boys Doug (@Dougjireland) James (@ohtcertified) show (@offsidetalk)

James and Doug sit down to discuss game 1 of the Leafs' season, Sitting Spezza, Captain Johnny on the Bridge, Brian Burke Rant, and conclude with a quick call to arms for the OJHL's Markham Royals game vs the Milton Menace, and a quick interview with Mark Joslin; (34:00) GM and Head Coach of the Toronto Patriots Recorded: Thursday October 3rd 2019 Follow us on Twitter: @OHTCertified (James) @dougjireland (Doug) @OFFSIDETALK (show)

James and Doug sit down for the kickoff of Season 3 of the show, joining the boys to kick off this year is Lance Hornby of the Leafs reporter for the Toronto Sun, we go over the Leafs pre-season camp, and announced roster, touch on the Matthews incident, predicted divisional standings in the Eastern Conference and much more! Recorded: Monday September 30th 2019 Follow us on Twitter: @OHTCertified (James) @dougjireland (Doug) @OFFSIDETALK (show)

James and Doug talk about the Marner signing, the boys getting screeched in, training camp, Matthews and the potential captaincy, as well as the Leafs backup goalie situation. They also weigh in on the off ice issues surrounding Kuznetsov, the Winnipeg Jets current situation, and more!

This weeks episode the boys are joined by NHL.com's own Pete Jensen, we get into RFA talk fantasy hockey and much more. Be sure to check out NHL Fantasy on Ice podcast as well https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/nhl-fantasy-on-ice/id1438995143 Recorded on: September 9th, 2019 Follow the guys James @OHTCetrified and Doug @dougjireland show @OFFSIDETALK

On this episode we are joined by the Toronto Maple Leafs in house announcer Mike Ross from starting lineups, Big Goals and special pregame announcements Mike has done it all as the voice of the Maple Leafs and we get to sit down and talk to him about all this and much more in this candid conversation. Recorded: Tuesday, September 3rd, 2019 Follow us on Twitter: @OHTCertified (James) @dougjireland (Doug) @OFFSIDETALK (show)

On this episode of Offside Hockey Talk, We bring you team previews for the Markham Royals and the Toronto Jr. Patriots (00:00) Spencer Hyman stops by to talk all thing Markham Royals including a special guest to drop the puck opening night (21:08),(21:10) Mark Joslin checks in from practice to talk about the Jr. Patriots this season(32:50) Recorded: Monday, August 26th, 2019 Follow us on Twitter: Show @OFFSIDETALK James Roberts (@OHTCertified) Doug Ireland (@dougjireland) Subscribe to us on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/toronto-maple-leafs-podcast/id1334190439

Intro on who Terry Koshan is Most memorable moment covering the Leafs thus far A favorite player or coach over the years for sound bites from Best players to talk to off the record Big egos that have coached or been GM of the Leafs without naming any names has there ever been a time where it was like yup it was time for that to end Moments that stood out covering the Leafs The John Tavares signing day Was last year as dar as the media and fans painted it. The Muzzin trade and Babs comments on it and the team depth Marner Outlook on the upcoming year RFA's and the new way to business in the NHL and so much more check it all out this week on OFFSIDE

This week we are lucky to sit down with Collingwood Colts Gm Dermot Anderson and the President of the Milton Menace Jason Tryfon to talk about navigating their teams first real offseason, gearing up for meaningful games, how it all is falling into place, the home of their respective clubs, rivals, players and much more.

CBJ blogger Ryan Lacey drops by to talk about CBJ and the Leafs and RFA situations.

Offside had the honor of sitting down with Steve Seftelto talk about his book 'Shattered Ice" his journey through his battle with mental health, hockey and all the good in life as well. This episode I hope will add to ending the stigma around mental health and help others reach for help and talk about what they are feeling.

James sits down with Lance Hornby of the Toronto Sun to talk about : - Past Leafs Moments - Why Sundin isn't around the team more - Current players - Depth signings - Playoff woes and where we are going - Goalie depth and much much more.

We sit down with Patrick Johnston of the Vancouver Sun and Province Sports, to talk about : Surprise July 24th for the Leafs with 7 signings (New July 1st??) Sparks trade cap circumvention CBA talk and all that could affect a lockout Canucks RFA vs Leafs RFA The Canucks and Leafs Organizations We also talk about the CHL-NHL agreement and how it may hold players back in some cases.

This week the boys sit down and talk about all the moves the Leafs made. - Offer Sheets (Aho you didn't) - Marner - Marleau deal - Zaitsev Brown deal - Kadri Deal - Free Agents - Roster construction - If's and Whats's Sit back relax and enjoy the post-frenzy chat