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Tip of the Tower Podcast: Toronto Maple Leafs not done shuffling lineup

By David Morassutti

COLUMBUS, OH - DECEMBER 20: Head coach Mike Babcock of the Toronto Maple Leafs talks to his players during a time out in the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on December 20, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus defeated Toronto 4-2. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OH - DECEMBER 20: Head coach Mike Babcock of the Toronto Maple Leafs talks to his players during a time out in the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on December 20, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus defeated Toronto 4-2. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images) /
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In the latest episode of the Tip of the Tower podcast, news at Toronto Maple Leafs practice, the Buffalo Bills have been busy, the battle for jobs at Toronto Blue Jays camp and the Toronto Raptors still lack respect.

David Morassutti, Austin Owens and Richard Lee-Sam are back in the studio to talk the latest about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ call-ups, the Buffalo Bills’ intriguing offseason, the injury bug hitting the Toronto Blue Jays and the lack of respect for the Toronto Raptors.

(0:00-40:00)  Andreas Johnsson will make his NHL debut against the Dallas Stars. It does not come as a big surprise, but it is a reminder of the depth the organization has awaiting in the minors.

The team is still looking to sort things out before the playoffs, while being patient with Auston Matthews‘ injury. Does a first-round matchup with the Boston Bruins present the biggest challenge for the Leafs?

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(40:00-59:45) The NFL offseason is going at full force with a flurry of moves, as the Bills make a couple of trades.

It puts them in a position to draft a quarterback after they moved up to 12th. How aggressive should they be to add one in free agency and who is the likely target?

What makes sense for them ahead of the draft and which prospect should be on their board?

(59:45-1:29:25)  Injuries have dominated headlines for the Blue Jays, but Aaron Sanchez has had an encouraging performance. The bullpen continues to be the intriguing position as there are many jobs available with plenty of options to consider.

(1:29:25-end)  The Raptors are slowly earning respect around the NBA, but there are still doubters south of the border about their chances. Is there any reason to doubt them?

David, Austin and Richard also look at which teams would present the biggest challenge in the postseason.

Next: When will Auston Matthews actually return?

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