On this latest round table, I'm joined by critically-acclaimed blogger and writer Luke Armstrong (@armstrongthings), TSN stalwart and sportscasting legend Tony Ambrogio (@Tony_Ambrogio), and celebrated author and soothsaying economist Marshall Auerback (@Mauerback), who all serve up hot takes on the recent signing of Mitch Marner and the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs. We discussed: their respective hot takes on the Mitch Marner deal (six years, $10.893 million AAV), how they feel about this roster as it's presently constituted, on the prospect of rewarding players before they've won anything, if Mike Babcock feels any pressure halfway through his epic contract, should pressure exist for an organization that hasn't won a championship in 53 years, on the veteran presence of a Tyson Barrie and other wily mercenaries, how backup goaltending could be the difference maker when it comes to Neuvirth, and who they think will be the darkhorse on this ruthlessly talented team of multi-millionaires. Don't forget to subscribe to arishapiro.ca. Tonight's round table is brought to you by: Cloudwifi (@cloudwifiInc) - a better kind of interent, and SevenView Jeep Chrysler (@7ViewChrysler) - isn't it time you bought a real car?

Five different takes on the Toronto Maple Leafs blue line and how fans should feel about their chances defensively during the 2019-2020 season. Special guests: James Tanner (James_Tanner123), Mark Do Couto (@MarkDoCouto), Mike Stephens (@mikeystephens81), Austin Owens (@_AustinOwens) and Marshall Auerback (@Mauerback). Subscribe to arishapiro.ca today and receive future Take 5 episodes straight to your e-mail and cell phone. This episode was brought to you by: Cloudwifi (@CloudwifiInc) - Toronto's most progressive internet service provider and by Seven View Chrysler (@7ViewChrysler) - Ontario's finest Jeep dealership located in the heart of Woodbridge, Ontario.

Five different takes on how Canadians wrestle with a lack of competition and the presence of industry duopolies in their daily lives. Special guests: Mark Do Couto (@MarkDoCouto), Mick Sloniowski (@MSloniowski), Chris Henderson (@Baseball4Brains), Marshall Auerback (@Mauerback) and Geoff Falbo (@gfalbo13). Subscribe to arishapiro.ca today and receive future Take 5 episodes straight to your e-mail and cell phone. This episode was brought to you by: Cloudwifi (@CloudwifiInc) - Toronto's newest and most progressive internet service provider, and by Seven View Chrysler (@7ViewChrysler) - Ontario's finest and most reputable Jeep dealership located in the heart of Woodbridge.

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