<p>The magic number to clinch the Atlantic Division title is down to one.</p>
<p>In an attempt to avoid all the chaotic math, all you need to know is that the Leafs need to notch one measly point over their final two regular season contests to do the job.</p>
<p>That’s it, that’s all.</p>
<p>At any rate, that’s where the conversation started on the Monday edition of Leafs Morning Take. Craig Berube’s squad had themselves a very strong weekend. And yes, obviously, we did our best to compare the Leafs to Rory McIlroy, who finally captured his elusive Green Jacket on Sunday in August. If Rory could finally preserve and do it, then it’s reasonable to suggest that the Leafs have it in them, too.</p>
<p>After that, we got into Toronto’s strong showing this weekend. They smothered Montreal 1-0 in OT and fleeced Carolina 4-1 in Raleigh. For us, it was the defence and goaltending that blew us away. It feels like everything’s coming together for this team at the perfect time. On top of that, we’re on milestone watch, too. Mitch Marner’s 1 point from 100, Auston Matthews needs one more goal for No. 400, and John Tavares needs two more for 40. Additionally, Matthew Knies needs one more for 30. Lost in the shuffle is the fact that William Nylander got to 45. What a season, man!</p>
<p>Next, we got to the CRISPI HOT TAKE OF THE DAY, presented by the <a href="https://www.ninjakitchen.ca/products/ninja-crispi-4-in-1-portable-glass-air-fryer-cooking-system-zidFN101CGY?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=olv&amp;utm_campaign=25Q2-Crispi&amp;utm_content=en">Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer.</a> Producer Vick: The defence they played this weekend proves once and for all that this Leafs team IS DIFFERENT.</p>
<p>Thanks to <a href="https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto">GRETA BAR YYZ</a>, Vincent Lecavalier dropped by the show for the very first time. We talked about his time playing for Chief. Additionally, he dished on winning the Stanley in 2004 and what advice he would give Toronto’s big boys. Lastly, he pulled back the curtain on the time he was almost traded to Toronto.</p>
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<p>Sportsnet’s David Amber will join us on the Tuesday edition of Leafs Morning Take. Be sure to join us at 11 AM ET as we tee up Leafs/Sabres. With a point of any kind, the Leafs will clinch the Atlantic Division title.</p>
<p>You can subscribe to TheLeafsNation (TLN) YouTube channel <a href="https://bit.ly/TLN401">HERE</a>. Additionally, we’re available in podcast form, too —wherever you get your podcasts. While you’re at it, be sure to leave us a 5-star review!</p>
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The magic number to clinch the Atlantic Division title is down to one.

In an attempt to avoid all the chaotic math, all you need to know is that the Leafs need to notch one measly point over their final two regular season contests to do the job.

That’s it, that’s all.

At any rate, that’s where the conversation started on the Monday edition of Leafs Morning Take. Craig Berube’s squad had themselves a very strong weekend. And yes, obviously, we did our best to compare the Leafs to Rory McIlroy, who finally captured his elusive Green Jacket on Sunday in August. If Rory could finally preserve and do it, then it’s reasonable to suggest that the Leafs have it in them, too.

After that, we got into Toronto’s strong showing this weekend. They smothered Montreal 1-0 in OT and fleeced Carolina 4-1 in Raleigh. For us, it was the defence and goaltending that blew us away. It feels like everything’s coming together for this team at the perfect time. On top of that, we’re on milestone watch, too. Mitch Marner’s 1 point from 100, Auston Matthews needs one more goal for No. 400, and John Tavares needs two more for 40. Additionally, Matthew Knies needs one more for 30. Lost in the shuffle is the fact that William Nylander got to 45. What a season, man!

Next, we got to the CRISPI HOT TAKE OF THE DAY, presented by the <a href="https://www.ninjakitchen.ca/products/ninja-crispi-4-in-1-portable-glass-air-fryer-cooking-system-zidFN101CGY?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=olv&amp;utm_campaign=25Q2-Crispi&amp;utm_content=en">Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer.</a> Producer Vick: The defence they played this weekend proves once and for all that this Leafs team IS DIFFERENT.

Thanks to <a href="https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto">GRETA BAR YYZ</a>, Vincent Lecavalier dropped by the show for the very first time. We talked about his time playing for Chief. Additionally, he dished on winning the Stanley in 2004 and what advice he would give Toronto’s big boys. Lastly, he pulled back the curtain on the time he was almost traded to Toronto.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UdlmmXCQOU

Sportsnet’s David Amber will join us on the Tuesday edition of Leafs Morning Take. Be sure to join us at 11 AM ET as we tee up Leafs/Sabres. With a point of any kind, the Leafs will clinch the Atlantic Division title.

You can subscribe to TheLeafsNation (TLN) YouTube channel <a href="https://bit.ly/TLN401">HERE</a>. Additionally, we’re available in podcast form, too —wherever you get your podcasts. While you’re at it, be sure to leave us a 5-star review!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTjBsKjBvLA

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