Matt Hunwick was our 7th d-man last season, and played far and away better than ANYONE expected. He was actually better in the play offs, than Klein was when he returned from injury. You guys got yourselves a real solid player, hard worker, and it's really cool to see him on the top pairing, wearing an A on his jersey!
Long-time watcher, first time commenter. Gotta say I always look forward to your LFR's steve. They are always dead on-point with how I feel after the game and you have an awesome mix of analysis, optimism and tom foolery. Keep at it brotha!
I really liked Shawn Matthias' game. He's got some wheels to go with that big body. Just from his effort you could tell that he wants to be a Leaf, which is exactly what we need. Pleasantly surprised with all the new faces, but I have to agree with Dangle that Bozie didn't really do much for me. Kadri had a solid effort, but we'll have to see as the season progresses. Go Leafs!
Love your vids Steve, I'm not even a leafs fan and opening night I just kept thinking can't wait to see Steves first video of the season, your knowledge on the game is great to listen to, keep it up :)
"Matt Hunwick was Really Good!" Words I had never expected to hear from someone who has as much Hockey XP as you. But if it means Hunwick has finally felt at home on a team, I am glad.
I liked Kadri, used his speed to create seperation and got quality shots on goal including the JVH goal. Did not notice Bozak at all, looked lost at times and may just be getting some rust off. As for new guys, Hunwick was the only one that stood out and made an impression. Boyes did not do too bad either.
Kadri really impressed me. A lot of the best chances, especially early, were generated by him. But far and away the best Leafs were Winnik and Parenteau. I feel like if they have a better center offensively they would have had a goal or two. Seriously, maybe put those two with Bozak and see what happens. That can be a shut-down line and sometimes a scoring line. I agree Hunwick looked really solid. I'm an Avs fan and the thing I remember most about him was that he was an (undeserved) healthy scratch for pretty much an entire season, but he never complained, always worked hard, and played really well every chance he got. Don't expect much flash from him offensively or physically, but he's solid positionally, makes a good first pass, and is quite fast. The worst leafs? Bozak, Arcobello, Lupul and Matthias didn't do much for me, although none of them were awful. If I'm Babcock, next game the forward lines are: JVR - Kadri - Boyes Parenteau - Bozak - Winnik Mattias - Holland - Lupul Komarov - Spalling - Arcobello
+ImBrysor Still ended up wandering down behind Montreal's net a few times. He wasn't driving me nuts like he did when he was flailing at pucks in the air but I still asked myself "what the heck is he doing" at least three times last night.
That was probably the least disappointed i have ever been after a loss. Hands down the best defensive game the leafs have played in years. They adopted the new system well and thankfully Carey Price doesnt play for every NHL team. If the leafs continue to play like that we can expect a better season then what most are predicting... not great... but solid. Over great game!
It is going to be very painful to watch the LFR's from season 9 in the upcoming days. The only glimpse of happiness I get is the mention of Auston's name from you and reminding myself that this was all for him.
Best part of this leafs season will be these LFRs. Keep it up, even when it gets tough. I'm here to see you, you pylon. :) Oh and congrats on the 590 news
Favourite leaf since last season has been Komarov. Least favourite/leaf with the most to prove is probably Arcobello right now... he just doesn't stand out to me given all the choices that were at training camp. Super impressed by Kapanen during the training camp in Halifax btw. I look forward to a few years from now when we can see him in a leafs jersey during the regular season.
woohoo LFR IS BACK!! Man how i missed this I think with the leafs looked good out there, yes they may have lost but they actually put in some effort on the ice. I think for the Habs Carey Price helped them out tremendously.I think the outcome could have been in our favour if Carey Price didn't save those goals. The leafs had so many good chances that the score could have been different and we could have possibly won that game. I know that it's only one game, and we are rebuilding so some of the results may not be the best, but I think this team is going on the right track. If they keep playing and showing more heart this season like they did last night, it could be a bright future for them. Hopefully this year isn't like last year and we have some good vibes going. Go Leafs Go!
My opening night favourite leaf had to be Hunwick & least favourite Bozak. Lets keep in mind Mr. Dangle, loses in October are just as valuable as loses in March & April. I'm just hoping to shed light on the leafs organization by bringing a little A.M. to our roster next year. Yes, I meant Auston Matthews. Who's next? Oh yes, Babcock's former team. Let's Go Red Wings! It's the only way to get to where we want to go. Agreed? PS. Thanks for your time and effort.
Fav Player: JVH Least Fav: Bernier Best Debut: I enjoyed Shawn Matthias debut, played a good solid 2 periods, kept hearing his name in the good way lol
Favourite Leaf from the game: Jake Gardiner - Nice to see him being himself. Not to mention a sick save. Not so favourite - Bozak. For the exact same reason dangle didn't like his play-he did nothing.
I was at the game and it wasn't THAT quiet. Of course, maybe I was just hearing myself lmao. Babcock in particular got a HUGE cheer. There was A LOT of Habs fans there (gross) and I think they booed Dion.
If the coach thinks a bad goal or a bad play happens and the coach thinks its wrong, the coach can challenge and get a video replay to get the call right. If the challenge is wrong, the team loses a timeout. Last night the goaltender was hit by a player on MTL and it was a goal. Babcock used the challenge and then the call was overturned
Awesome vid! best leaf: matt hunwick put up solid minutes and did his job! worst leaf: tyler bozak same reasen for u steve he didnt really do anything...
Favourite leaf Is REILLY HE IS A BEAST! Elite Player!, Least Favourite Leaf is James Reimer. LETS GO FOR MATTHEWS! PLEASE! WE NEED A #1 centerman for the future and we need someone to play with reilly in the future! Lets Go next 3 years draft 3 times top 4 and we are stacked.
or if we can get matthews. than put marner on the wing. because Matthews is gunna be top of the league player. he is like mcdavid just mcdavid is a little bit better
I agree that Hunwick was the best Leafs player: bunch of ice time, good puck control on the boards. Cannot name the worst player, though. Maybe, the audience?
I think the question you should be asking is "Do I want my team to look this good when we are rebuilding?". Now while the NHL draft is no where near as bad as the NBA draft you still want as close to the first pick as possible. Mediocre teams are cursed with both not making the playoffs as well as sub par draft picks and in the long run no body wants that.
Watching full LFR seasons during the quarantine.
that Morgan Reilly impression was amazing😂
Oh how I've missed these videos
A lot of people didn't notice but PK Subban recorded 3 assists last night which is kind of amazing
Finally it's back even though I'm not a leafs fan
Ikr I'm a Tampa fan but I love watching these videos.
same, Devils fan and enjoy these videos
+Bill K Habs fan here, love me some dangle
You're a Canuck fan...??
Rory Browne yap
Matt Hunwick was our 7th d-man last season, and played far and away better than ANYONE expected. He was actually better in the play offs, than Klein was when he returned from injury. You guys got yourselves a real solid player, hard worker, and it's really cool to see him on the top pairing, wearing an A on his jersey!
As a Kings fan (from the UK) - I don't know why I love these videos .... but I truly do. Awesome.
My prediction: Steve is gonna burst this season
+steve matylewicz I don't think so. Have you seen videos from last season?
+ThEReAlMoOnMaN11 Fuck a duck. Never forget.
ThEReAlMoOnMaN11 Ive been watching since he started... I think this is the first time his blood vessels were bulging after Game 1
You were somewhat right
I'm a Habs fan but I have to say this... The Leafs looked VERY good... They actually out-played the Habs yesterday. GG.
and were back for another year of rage
Long-time watcher, first time commenter.
Gotta say I always look forward to your LFR's steve. They are always dead on-point with how I feel after the game and you have an awesome mix of analysis, optimism and tom foolery. Keep at it brotha!
I really liked Shawn Matthias' game. He's got some wheels to go with that big body. Just from his effort you could tell that he wants to be a Leaf, which is exactly what we need. Pleasantly surprised with all the new faces, but I have to agree with Dangle that Bozie didn't really do much for me. Kadri had a solid effort, but we'll have to see as the season progresses. Go Leafs!
Congratz steve on 30K
Love your vids Steve, I'm not even a leafs fan and opening night I just kept thinking can't wait to see Steves first video of the season, your knowledge on the game is great to listen to, keep it up :)
I like the new intro Steve, well done. Keep on doing these videos we'll keep watching them :)
"Matt Hunwick was Really Good!"
Words I had never expected to hear from someone who has as much Hockey XP as you.
But if it means Hunwick has finally felt at home on a team, I am glad.
I liked Kadri, used his speed to create seperation and got quality shots on goal including the JVH goal. Did not notice Bozak at all, looked lost at times and may just be getting some rust off. As for new guys, Hunwick was the only one that stood out and made an impression. Boyes did not do too bad either.
and HERE. WE. GO! Welcome back Steve
Highlight of the game was Won't Get Fooled Again being played after the introductions!
Kadri really impressed me. A lot of the best chances, especially early, were generated by him.
But far and away the best Leafs were Winnik and Parenteau. I feel like if they have a better center offensively they would have had a goal or two. Seriously, maybe put those two with Bozak and see what happens. That can be a shut-down line and sometimes a scoring line.
I agree Hunwick looked really solid. I'm an Avs fan and the thing I remember most about him was that he was an (undeserved) healthy scratch for pretty much an entire season, but he never complained, always worked hard, and played really well every chance he got. Don't expect much flash from him offensively or physically, but he's solid positionally, makes a good first pass, and is quite fast.
The worst leafs? Bozak, Arcobello, Lupul and Matthias didn't do much for me, although none of them were awful.
If I'm Babcock, next game the forward lines are:
JVR - Kadri - Boyes
Parenteau - Bozak - Winnik
Mattias - Holland - Lupul
Komarov - Spalling - Arcobello
I'm so glad you do these LFR's even though the Leafs are in a tough time. At least it should get interesting after next year!
You should of mentioned how amazing of a game Gardiner had, hopefully he has a bounce back season!
+ImBrysor Still ended up wandering down behind Montreal's net a few times. He wasn't driving me nuts like he did when he was flailing at pucks in the air but I still asked myself "what the heck is he doing" at least three times last night.
+One_More_Wolf really? babcock has given the go to drive play and be in the rushes , he also made a great skate save
That was probably the least disappointed i have ever been after a loss. Hands down the best defensive game the leafs have played in years. They adopted the new system well and thankfully Carey Price doesnt play for every NHL team. If the leafs continue to play like that we can expect a better season then what most are predicting... not great... but solid. Over great game!
It is going to be very painful to watch the LFR's from season 9 in the upcoming days. The only glimpse of happiness I get is the mention of Auston's name from you and reminding myself that this was all for him.
This is the first time I'm following LFR from the start :)
And don't worry Steve, I like your longer vids!
Damn. You're a really entertaining dude. I like the rants because you're basically every leafs' fan inner voice - at least mine anyway.
Best part of this leafs season will be these LFRs. Keep it up, even when it gets tough. I'm here to see you, you pylon. :)
Oh and congrats on the 590 news
new intro, made my year already
I was shocked watching last night with how the Leafs played. They looked better than they did last year.
Man, I've missed these vids. Favourite leaf, Hunwick or Boyes. Worst, Komarov, though he had almost no ice time or Bozak. He did nothing.
Team looked good in general. Lupul and Bozak were invisible all night though. Morgan Rielly looked great
Favourite leaf since last season has been Komarov. Least favourite/leaf with the most to prove is probably Arcobello right now... he just doesn't stand out to me given all the choices that were at training camp.
Super impressed by Kapanen during the training camp in Halifax btw. I look forward to a few years from now when we can see him in a leafs jersey during the regular season.
I love uncle leo
WELCOME BACK!!! The Babcock Era begins!
Is it weird as a Red Wings fan I always watch these videos? I love Dangle a lot and look up to him, he just roots for a team I hate, a lot lol.
Same here, I love Steve but I hate the leafs. Canucks fan btw
+Gwen De Young Same here and I'm a Montreal fan. He's hella fun to watch
I'm glad there are others like me lol.
+Gwen De Young I'm a Red Wings fan too and I also watch Steve's videos. He's hilarious.
I'm a wings fan and I love the LFRs
woohoo LFR IS BACK!! Man how i missed this
I think with the leafs looked good out there, yes they may have lost but they actually put in some effort on the ice. I think for the Habs Carey Price helped them out tremendously.I think the outcome could have been in our favour if Carey Price didn't save those goals. The leafs had so many good chances that the score could have been different and we could have possibly won that game. I know that it's only one game, and we are rebuilding so some of the results may not be the best, but I think this team is going on the right track. If they keep playing and showing more heart this season like they did last night, it could be a bright future for them. Hopefully this year isn't like last year and we have some good vibes going. Go Leafs Go!
Lol Patches scored the first goal on the first shot on Bernie last season too. Brutal.
you're starting to dangle jinx the blue jays to
glad ur back steve!
Lovely new additions to the intro for the season.. but still keeping the soundbite from Season 7? Haha good one
I liked Matthias, he impressed me. He looks sort of like a Raymond with less speed and also sorted like a puck moving forward like santorelli
God that intro is marvelous
what happend with pens???is the kessel factor depressing the stars sid and gino????
......i love these videos ..... and im a oilers fan.....
Steve you do a great impression of andy
I honestly forgot Bozak was a leaf...
From a pens fan, I was legitimately pissed when the leafs lost, definitely the better team on the ice
My opening night favourite leaf had to be Hunwick & least favourite Bozak.
Lets keep in mind Mr. Dangle,
loses in October are just as valuable as loses in March & April.
I'm just hoping to shed light on the leafs organization by bringing a little A.M. to our roster next year.
Yes, I meant Auston Matthews.
Who's next? Oh yes, Babcock's former team.
Let's Go Red Wings!
It's the only way to get to where we want to go.
Agreed?
PS. Thanks for your time and effort.
I'm a Blackhawks fan but I love your videos
Same
you're killing me spals, lol
As expected.
Work hard and lose.
I consider this a win/win for sure.
So bummed but they still had a good game.
Favorite Leaf Is JVR and least favorite is probably Bozak sadly
Fav Player: JVH
Least Fav: Bernier
Best Debut: I enjoyed Shawn Matthias debut, played a good solid 2 periods, kept hearing his name in the good way lol
Favourite Leaf from the game: Jake Gardiner - Nice to see him being himself. Not to mention a sick save.
Not so favourite - Bozak. For the exact same reason dangle didn't like his play-he did nothing.
I recommend you watch the meltdown in beantown episode ;-)
Komarov favourite player. Everyone has to say Lupul for least right?
I need a "you're killing me spals" t-shirt
I was at the game and it wasn't THAT quiet. Of course, maybe I was just hearing myself lmao. Babcock in particular got a HUGE cheer. There was A LOT of Habs fans there (gross) and I think they booed Dion.
"Your captain, Dion Phaneuf! ... Boo!" lmaoooo
Great new intro
New subscriber from Vancouver! Love the video's bro. "Goalie with a cool mask." ? Potvin? OR Belfour?
Fav Leaf: Rielly or Winnik
Least fav Leaf: Dion
Best debut: Hunwick
Favorite Leaf: Sakov Puks
Least Favorite Leaf: Dee Fence
Honestly i was impressed by Holland but My favorite Leaf has to be Uncle Leo :)
Favourite Leaf: JVR and Daniel Winnik
Least Favourite : Roman Polak and Stephan Robidas
Best player last night : Winnik and Hunwick
"Look a little better"
Finished last
True, but Auston Matthews.
hope these next few years dont drive you into insanity
Can't you use Sportsnet's clips in your videos now? You used to, but said it was too expensive
+JavidRocks I think I can but I wanted to get this up ASAP.
+SteveDangle Please do, it would be great
+SteveDangle go habs go habs go habs go habs go habs go☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺
l'union des Habs Hater Alert! Hater Alert!
Was hoping to see another Babcock impression. :/
And now back to your regularly scheduled programming
you dangle jinxed the jays......
I'm a avs fan so my fav leafs player is hunwick (U no y)
I have a feeling the Jays are going to disappoint as well!
Fav Leaf: Reilly
Least Fav: Phaneuf
Patience, my fellow Leafs fans, patience. Losing our shit like the first minute of this video would not help in the long run....
Hey Steve! nice vid!
Im a Habs fan but Steve has caused me to have a soft spot for Leafs fans due to the torture they have to go through every year.
For when the Habs are in town instead of chanting Price, what about Carey instead?
What's a Coach's challenge? Never heard the term before.
If the coach thinks a bad goal or a bad play happens and the coach thinks its wrong, the coach can challenge and get a video replay to get the call right. If the challenge is wrong, the team loses a timeout. Last night the goaltender was hit by a player on MTL and it was a goal. Babcock used the challenge and then the call was overturned
+Blake Williams (hockeyman912) pretty good description for a kid.
+Mr500248 Well, I'm 15 and I keep up on the NHL a fair bit and they were explaining it a bit on CBC when Babcock made the challenge so I seen that.
favorite leaf... mike babcock obviously.
my favorite leafs player is morgan rilley
"YOU KNOW HOW OLD THE HABS ARE?" lol
Worst so far Bozak and Lupul. Best? Hunwick looks like a great pairing with Phaneuf and Kadri, JVR and Boyes looked solid.
Awesome vid!
best leaf: matt hunwick put up solid minutes and did his job!
worst leaf: tyler bozak same reasen for u steve he didnt really do anything...
Morgan Reilly is so good but I'm a habs fan
From my perspective it seemed like bozak barley played at all
How're ya not gunna mention the Jake Gardiner skate save? Like fking Goldberg in D3: The Mighty Ducks.
will there be a JFR?
Favourite leaf Is REILLY HE IS A BEAST! Elite Player!, Least Favourite Leaf is James Reimer. LETS GO FOR MATTHEWS! PLEASE! WE NEED A #1 centerman for the future and we need someone to play with reilly in the future! Lets Go next 3 years draft 3 times top 4 and we are stacked.
marner will be a future #1 centerman
or if we can get matthews. than put marner on the wing. because Matthews is gunna be top of the league player. he is like mcdavid just mcdavid is a little bit better
embrace the tank steve
My favorite leaf is bozak and my least favorite is Kadri
it's one game Steve
Are you new here?
+Jordan King yerp
I agree that Hunwick was the best Leafs player: bunch of ice time, good puck control on the boards. Cannot name the worst player, though. Maybe, the audience?
Who's watching in 2016?
Oh who are you trying to convince Steve? You like Carey Price every year.
Steve is already losing it... After one
game. :')
I think the question you should be asking is "Do I want my team to look this good when we are rebuilding?". Now while the NHL draft is no where near as bad as the NBA draft you still want as close to the first pick as possible. Mediocre teams are cursed with both not making the playoffs as well as sub par draft picks and in the long run no body wants that.
Nazem kadri had a good game.
+Sueraj Moody yep
last years intro 11/10 this years 0/10
Who's Lupul?
Jays go down 2-0 in the series.
Go raptors right?
Lol