Leafs Lunchwas a sportstalk show onTSN 1050and simulcasted onTSN4.At the time of its cancelation, the show was hosted by Julia Tocheri and Michael Distefano.
| Genre | Sports talk |
|---|---|
| Running time | 120 minutes (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm) |
| Country of origin | Canada |
| Home station | TSN 1050 |
| TV adaptations | TSN |
| Starring | Julia Tocheri and Michael Distefano |
| Original release | January 12, 2013 – June 13, 2023 |
| Website | https://tsn.ca/leafslunch/ |
The show aired between 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm in the Toronto radio market and primarily focused on theToronto Maple Leafsand also discussed topics related to theNHL.[1]
History
editOn January 12, 2013, Leafs Lunch with hostBryan Hayesand analystJamie McLennanofficially launched, replacing previous shows focused on theToronto Maple Leafsthat had occupiedTSN 1050's 12 pm to 2 pm timeslot.[2]Hayes and McLennan were later joined byJeff O'Neillin September.[3]
On February 22, 2016, TSN 1050 introduced a revamped weekday lineup where Hayes, McLennan, and O'Neill left Leafs Lunch to became hosts of the newdrive timeprogramOverDriveandAndi Petrillobecame the new host of Leafs Lunch.[4]During Petrillo's tenure, regular co-hosts includedMike Johnson,Bob McKenzie,Dave Poulin,Gord Miller,and Mark Roe.[5][failed verification]
During the 2020 NHLoff-season,Leafs Lunch temporarily rebranded asThe Lunch with Andi Petrillo.The show aired from 12 pm to 1 pm and featured in-depth discussions on various sports topics.[6]
On September 14, 2021, Petrillo announced that she was stepping down from Leafs Lunch.[7]BarDown'sJulia Tocheri and Michael DiStefano were later announced as the show's new hosts.[8]
On June 14, 2023, Leafs Lunch was cancelled as part of a string ofBell Mediacuts.[9][10]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^"TSN 1050 New Lineup Confirmed: Andi Petrillo New Host Leafs Lunch".Toronto Sports Media. February 17, 2016.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^"Home of the Leafs: TSN Radio 1050 Toronto Delivers 24 Maple Leafs Regular Season Games for the 2013 NHL Season".Bell Media.January 12, 2013.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^"All Leafs Talk, All Season Long: TSN Radio 1050 Toronto is the Top Destination for Leafs Fans".Bell Media.September 10, 2013.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^"TSN 1050 Toronto announces new daily lineup".TSN.February 18, 2016.RetrievedFebruary 21,2022.
- ^Kelly, Tim (June 4, 2016)."Maple's Andi Petrillo enjoys pioneer role".yorkregion.com.Metroland Media Group.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^"TSN 1050 Toronto Announces New Program The Lunch With Andi Petrillo, Beginning Today".Bell Media.November 2, 2020.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^Petrillo, Andi [@AndiPetrillo](September 14, 2021)."Some news…"(Tweet) – viaTwitter.
- ^"TSN 1050 Toronto Launches New Morning Drive Program, First Up: With Korolnek And Colaiacovo, Beginning Today".Bell Media.November 12, 2021.RetrievedMarch 22,2022.
- ^Hornby, Lance (June 14, 2023)."Leafs Lunch cancelled as part of Bell cuts".Toronto Sun.RetrievedJune 15,2023.
- ^Alter, David (June 14, 2023)."Leafs Lunch Show on TSN Radio Canceled As Part of Bell Media Cuts".The Hockey News.RetrievedJune 15,2023.