We were promised fireworks in the NHL this week, but sadly, things remain super quiet. At this point, it really feels like most general managers have shut it down for the summer. There’s something like cottage life that hits differently in the hockey world.
At any rate, the Leafs still have plenty of work ahead of themselves. The roster’s incomplete. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like additions are coming anytime soon. Patience is a virtue.
We kicked off the Wednesday edition of Leafs Morning Take by addressing the Nick Tarnasky golf course video. If you haven’t seen it by now, the former NHLer was caught on video tuning some drunk guy at a golf course. He did nothing wrong. The guy had it coming to him. Not much beats a segment where Jay Rosehill breaks down a fight —whether it’s on the ice, or on a golf course.
Then, thanks to Simply Spiked, we touched on the Dougie Hamilton rumours. On Tuesday, news came out that the Devils were listening on calls regarding their right-handed point-producing blue liner. Well, Hamilton played for Brad Treliving in Calgary. Unsurprisingly, it sounds like Toronto has some interest. Honestly, we had a fun debate. Unless Morgan Rielly signals that he’s open to leaving, bringing in Hamilton wouldn’t make a lot of sense. On paper, it sure would be fun to see a legitimate RHD running the first power play unit.
After that, just a day after announcing his retirement following a hard-fought 15-year career, Zac Dalpe dropped by the show to talk about his journey. We talked Paul Maurice, Bill Zito, and what makes that Florida team so good. Additionally, Dalps dished on playing with Steven Lorentz. Furthermore, he weighed in on the current Leafs team and what they need to do to get to that next level in the NHL.
Lastly, we touched on the Gavin McKenna news as well as the freshly ratified NHL/NHLPA CBA. Rosey had plenty to say about both.
David Pagnotta will be in for Jay Rosehill as co-host on the Thursday edition of Leafs Morning Take. In addition to tackling the very latest, you will hear from Michael Pezzetta, whom Rosey and I spent some time with earlier this week.
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