Texas Showdown Between Stars & Leafs

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the timeframe for a potential contract extension for Sheldon Keefe and Kyle Dubas, building a consistent fourth line for the Maple Leafs, and the need for Nick Robertson to create opportunities for himself on the ice. Afterward, former NHLer and Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (40:16) shares his observations on the Leafs' success in November, how comfortable the team is playing in closely contested games, constructing a successful bottom six, and the re-emergence of physical hits on the ice compared to when he played in the league. Finally, Dallas Stars TV analyst for Bally Sports Daryl Reagh (1:05:50) weighs in on the change in philosophy head coach Peter DeBoer has brought to the team, and previews a match-up between the Leafs and Dallas Stars.

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