Former Maple Leaf Jason Blake reflects on defying the odds

27 Jan 2023

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Former Maple Leaf Jason Blake appeared on the JD Bunkis Podcast to talk about being diagnosed with cancer shortly after signing with the Leafs, the pressure that accompanied playing in Toronto and coaching his son, who is a highly touted NHL prospect.

Toronto Maple Leafs' Jason Blake celebrates with Niklas Hagman, of Finland, after scoring the fourth goal against the Montreal Canadiens during third period NHL hockey action in Montreal Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. Toronto won the game 5-2. (CP)

| January 26, 2023, 1:56 PM

January 26, 2023, 1:56 PM

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