The FAN Pregame

Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert wrap the week with Real Kyper in-studio as Nick Kypreos looks at the first few days of the NHL season, what he saw in the Leafs and why a player like Ryan Reaves is important. Over to the young stars and why there is a massive difference between someone like Knies and Minten. Next up, Chantal Minten, the mother of Maple Leafs' Fraser Minten on his rise to the NHL, the surprise text message he sent them about making the Leafs and what it’s been like since they got the amazing news (25:27). We close the show with Most Cursed teams in sports on this Friday the 13th and 1 Toronto team makes the list!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Ailish and Justin in studio to look back at today’s news conference where Jays President Mark Shapiro aimed to clean up the mess after the Ross Atkins Thanksgiving presser – and – his mission to speak to a very angry fan base. Then to the off-season, what’s next for people like Alek Manoah and how the team needs to address their lack of hitting from players to coaches. Next up, Auston Matthews scores 3 goals and Toronto seems to have much fewer hats than most rinks. Later, Jon Morosi from MLB Network on how things behind the scenes with the Jays are not exactly smooth (33:45). Finally, to Bryce Harper, the information shared in clubhouses and why the Braves and Phillies are destined to go the full 5 games in their series. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish and Justin kick off the show with Frank Seravalli from Dailyfaceoff.com (3:31), who goes into what would make the Leafs season a success. Then, his first-hand look at Connor Bedard last night, his expectations for the other Connor (McDavid) to repeat as a 60-goal scorer and his thoughts on the NHL Pride tape ban and why the NHLPA has been oddly silent so far. Later, Luke Fox live from Scotiabank ahead of Leafs/Habs (28:49) and how the press box is obsessing with the end of the Hall and Oates goal song. Then, to the lineup overhaul and the different approach with Brad Treliving managing the team. We close with comments from Whit Merrifield who spoke on a podcast today about the Berrios controversy and why teams obsess with numbers instead of feeling the game.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish and Justin open the show with a recap of the Ross Atkins press conference over the weekend. Then on NHL Opening Night, they welcome Bill Daly (2:55), Deputy Commissioner to discuss the start of the season, Bedard’s debut, the banning of Pride Tape, technology and best-on-best hockey internationally. Later, a review of the Atkins press conference and what we can expect this week when Mark Shapiro speaks on Thursday. Then, NHL bold predictions and why out of 20 people at Sportsnet, not a single one picked the Leafs. Later, Alanna Rizzo from MLB Network (54:19) on Jays offensive woes, why Schneider should not take all the blame, former Jays shine in Arizona and the Braves/Phillies is the series that keeps on giving. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s the final countdown, and we saved the best for last. To begin Ailish and Justin’s final hour on The FAN Morning Show, they are joined by Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, to discuss Gerrit Cole solidifying his Cy Young case on Thursday night, the Blue Jays’ inability to make adjustments against high-end starting pitching, his suspicion that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been hampered by injuries throughout the season, Davis Schneider’s current slump, the eroding relationship between Alek Manoah and the Jays’ front office, and the team’s crucial series in Tampa this weekend. Then, before signing off, Ailish and Justin take an opportunity to present their biggest - and boldest - predictions about the Maple Leafs, Raptors, and Blue Jays. Finally, to end the show, Ailish and Justin issue a final farewell to our loyal morning grinders (24:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Charles Davis - long-time friend of the show - checks in from Seattle to discuss Sunday’s Seahawks-Panthers matchup, Bryce Young’s potential absence from the lineup, the 49ers’ dominant win over the Giants on Thursday night, Brock Purdy’s ceiling as San Francisco’s starting quarterback, Micah Parsons’ MVP-calibre skill set, Cincinnati’s 0-2 start, and Jonathan Taylor’s lingering trade request. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Nick Kypreos (28:07), co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, to chat about Sheldon Keefe opening training camp with a conditioning skate, William Nylander’s contract situation, why he’s skeptical about Nylander’s ability to thrive at centre, the potential merits of having Mitch Marner play down the middle, early impressions of Brad Treliving, and Steven Stamkos’ contract stalemate with the Lightning. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Happy Friday! For the final time, it’s Ailish and Justin hosting The FAN Morning Show. They kick off our farewell show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 5-3 loss to the Yankees, Gerrit Cole’s Cy Young pursuit, the Blue Jays’ track record of struggling to hit against quality pitching, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s lingering knee injury, and the latest news surrounding Alek Manoah. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chat about their observations from day 1 of Maple Leafs training camp and William Nylander’s new linemates. Later, Ailish closes out the hour with her final edition of the A-List (42:41)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus and new co-host of The Raptors Show, stopping by in studio to discuss the Blue Jays’ series against the Yankees, Kevin Gausman’s strong outing on Wednesday night, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s knee injury, Cavan Biggio’s recent heater, and which team might be the ideal playoff opponent for the Blue Jays. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined in studio by Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning (26:06) to chat about their foray into the morning show slot, the Blue Jays’ playoff pursuit, why this team could be well-equipped to make a post-season run, and the current tenor surrounding the Maple Leafs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Marek - long-time friend of the show - checks in to discuss his favourite interviews from the 32 Thoughts summer tour, Steven Stamkos’ discontent with his contract situation, the prevailing takeaways from Toronto’s media day, and the ripple effect of Mike Babcock’s resignation in Columbus. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Erin Ambrose, defenceman for the PWHL Montreal franchise, to chat about her experience going through the PWHL Draft, Montreal’s star-studded roster, and her expectations for the league’s inaugural season (32:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s baby Friday! Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing their move to a new timeslot and some of the programming changes that will be coming to our station this fall. Then, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 6-1 win over the Yankees, Aaron Boone’s theatrics, Kevin Gausman’s bounce back outing, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being a late scratch on Wednesday with right knee discomfort. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chat about their takeaways from Maple Leafs media day, William Nylander’s move to centre, the residual implications for John Tavares, Brad Treliving’s tone during his season-opening media address, and Matt Murray undergoing a “major surgery.” Later, Ailish presents her penultimate edition of the A-List (44:41)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Dan Shulman checking in from New York to discuss the Blue Jays’ series-opening win over the Yankees, the sleepy atmosphere at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night, the current logjam in the AL West, Cavan Biggio’s recent heater at the plate, his promotion into the cleanup spot, and Bo Bichette’s performance since returning from the IL. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Greg Wyshynski (22:40), senior NHL writer for ESPN, to chat about some of the top storylines heading into NHL training camps, the fallout from Mike Babcock’s resignation, Pittsburgh’s outlook with Kyle Dubas at the helm, and the results from ESPN’s superstar poll. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay before ending our show with an important programming announcement. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ ongoing playoff chase, where Toronto currently sits in the AL pecking order, Shohei Ohtani’s elbow surgery and what it means for his impending free agency, the air-tight NL Cy Young race, Yusei Kikuchi’s comically-long sleep routine, and Adam Wainwright’s 200-win milestone. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet’s Luke Fox to chat about Maple Leafs Media Day, William Nylander’s contract situation, the possibility of Nylander playing center, Brad Treliving’s big off-season moves, and how Sheldon Keefe will fare in the post-Kyle Dubas era (27:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Hump Day! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ fascinating turnaround over the past week, the lack of energy at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night, George Springer hitting a leadoff homer on his 34th birthday, Yusei Kikuchi’s injury scare, his insane sleep routine, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showing signs of wear and tear, and Cavan Biggio being elevated into the cleanup spot. Then, with the Leafs set to host Media Day on Wednesday, Ailish and Justin debate if the team’s current roster is better than the group that reported to training camp last year. Afterwards, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a special birthday shoutout to Chris Cuthbert (46:43)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Evan Roberts, co-host of Evan and Tiki on WFAN in New York, joins the show to discuss the Yankees’ tumultuous 2023 season, New York’s flawed roster construction, the futures of Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone, how Jets fans are coping with losing Aaron Rodgers, the Giants’ epic comeback in Arizona, and the current tenor surrounding the New York Knicks. Later, Ailish and Justin connect with Andi Petrillo, host for CBC Sports and OneSoccer, to chat about her experience hosting the inaugural PWHL Draft, Billie Jean King’s involvement with the PWHL, the atmosphere on the draft floor, and which teams came away with the most polished roster (27:57). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with David Alter, Maple Leafs reporter for Sports Illustrated and The Hockey News, stopping by to discuss the biggest storylines heading into Maple Leafs training camp, expectations for Auston Matthews after inking a new deal this summer, lingering questions about the team’s blue line, how Sheldon Keefe might fare with Brad Treliving in charge, Ryan Reaves’ fit in the Maple Leafs’ lineup, and the team’s cap crunch. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Donnovan Bennett, co-host of The FAN Checkdown, to chat about the Dolphins’ staying power as a viable contender, the Bengals’ 0-2 start, making sense of the NFC East, and Josh Allen’s history of turnover issues (25:03). Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ailish and Justin host! They discuss the Blue Jays’ increasing playoff odds, the team’s upcoming series against the Yankees, and which three starting pitchers should take the mound for the Blue Jays in a wild card series. Then, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the inaugural PWHL Draft and chat about some of the top storylines heading into Maple Leafs training camp. We close out the hour with Ailish's daily edition of the A-List (46:18)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, joins Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning to discuss the Blue Jays' weekend sweep against the Boston Red Sox, the lingering concerns surrounding the team's run-scoring abilities, how confidence he feels in Toronto's playoff chances, if the pitching staff is starting to be overworked, and Rafael Devers' best efforts to break up the Jays' party. Later on, NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman weighs in on Mike Babcock's resignation as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, the timeline of events that led up to his departure, and what's next in Columbus. The guys wrap up Monday's show with the daily Wake and Rake parlay!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, former President of the Miami Marlins and Host of Nothing Personal, David Samson joins Justin and Brent to chat about the peaks and valleys of the Toronto Blue Jays in September, the schedule ahead for the other A.L. Wild Card contenders, who stands out as a World Series favourite, the Atlanta Braves' team-building blueprint, and more! Later on, we chat with Brenden Deeg, NFL Editor with theScore, about the top headlines from the second Sunday of the NFL season including the state of the Bengals after dropping to 0-2, the Rams' positive start despite early injury troubles, the Lions levelling out after shocking the Chiefs in Week 1, and more (26:05)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Monday! Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning kick things off with a comprehensive review of the Blue Jays' weekend sweep of the Boston Red Sox, the strides made by the offence in big moments, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s power-packed series. Later on, the pair look into Mike Babcock's resignation as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets. On today's edition of The A-List, the guys weigh in on Colorado's comeback win in NCAA football (47:27). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, checking in to discuss the Blue Jays’ sweep at the hands of the Rangers, recent slippage from the team’s pitching staff, Toronto’s flawed lineup construction, potential changes that could be forthcoming this off-season, and John Schneider’s level of culpability for the Jays’ disappointing results. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Hailey Salvian (30:06) to chat about Monday’s PWHL Draft, Minnesota’s presumptive direction with the No. 1 overall pick, and the numerous variables that teams will need to consider when filling out their rosters. Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our Wake and Rake parlay. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Charles Davis stops by to discuss his irrational love of chocolate, the Philadelphia Eagles’ dominant run game, Nick Sirianni’s roots as a run-first, ground-and-pound coach, Minnesota’s 0-2 start, this Sunday’s intriguing Chiefs-Jaguars showdown, Trevor Lawrence’s ascent, Calvin Ridley’s impressive return, and first impressions of Jordan Love as the Packers’ successor to Aaron Rodgers. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by RJ Barrett, New York Knicks and Team Canada guard, to chat about Canada’s bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup, their landmark win over the United States, Dillon Brooks’ impressive showing throughout the tournament, his individual performance during the World Cup, the unique camaraderie shared by this group, and the team’s aspirations for next summer’s Olympics (29:38). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Friday! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays suffering a sweep at the hands of the Texas Rangers, the team being booed off the field for a second straight night, the Jays’ dwindling playoff chances, Kevin Gausman’s post-game comments about the vibe in the clubhouse, and the Blue Jays’ pervasive offensive flaws. Afterwards, they chime in on the Eagles’ victory over the Vikings on Thursday Night Football and the NFL’s perplexing touchback rule. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:46)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jared Sandler, Rangers pre and post-game show host, stopping by to discuss Texas’ recent resurgence, their dominant week against the Blue Jays, the incongruence within Toronto’s lineup, Corey Seager’s historically-good 2023 season, Max Scherzer’s season-ending injury, Marcus Semien’s impact since joining the Rangers as a free agent in 2021, and the frozen grape phenomenon. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Ian Eagle (27:23), play-by-play announcer for CBS and Westwood One, to chat about tonight’s Vikings-Eagles matchup, Philly’s lacklustre Week 1 performance in Foxborough, Dallas’ blowout win over the Giants, this Sunday’s much-anticipated Chiefs-Jaguars showdown, how Aaron Rodgers’ injury affects the Jets’ season-long outlook, and his experience working alongside the great Charles Davis. Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Shulman stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ 10-0 shutout loss against Texas, the team being booed off the field at Rogers Centre, the dip in attendance this week, the significant contributions being made by the Jays’ Buffalo call ups, and Matt Chapman’s impending return to the lineup. Then, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s comments about his long-term future with the Milwaukee Bucks. Later, Steve Kouleas, host of The Power Play on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, chats about the upcoming NHL season, the possibility of having a Crosby-McDavid-Bedard triumvirate representing Canada in the future, Mike Babcock’s polarizing photo-sharing tactic, Brad Treliving’s “comfortable” first summer with the Leafs, and the most intriguing storylines heading into the 2023-24 season (28:12). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s Baby Friday! Justin is back! He discusses his experience travelling through Portugal and attending a pro soccer game in Portimao. Then, Ailish and Justin dive into the Blue Jays’ debacle against Texas on Wednesday, the team getting booed off the field at Rogers Centre, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s ongoing struggles, and the toxic vibe surrounding this team. Justin also shares his thoughts on Canada’s bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup and the evolving Mike Babcock story. Later, Ailish closes out the hour with her daily edition of the A-List (45:59)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Madison Shipman checking in to discuss the Blue Jays dropping back-to-back games against Texas, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s current form at the plate, Bo Bichette’s offensive approach, the Blue Jays being devoid of a true cleanup hitter, Matt Chapman’s role when he returns from the IL, and the team’s sluggish demeanour during this week’s series against the Rangers. Later, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Nate Bjorkgren (25:50), associate head coach of the Canadian men’s basketball team, to chat about Canada’s bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup, the unique camaraderie of this group, the team’s goals for next summer’s Paris Olympics, his experience working alongside new head coach Jordi Fernandez, and Dillon Brooks’ standout performance at the World Cup. Ailish and Jesse close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Jon Morosi - friend of the show - to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s confounding results at the plate, Matt Chapman’s impending return, the potential lineup crunch that lingers, and Alek Manoah’s future with the club. Later, Joy Taylor, host of Speak on FS1, stops by to chat about Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles injury, potential free agent options for the Jets, Josh Allen’s concerning Week 1 performance, her excitement about the Dolphins’ prospects this season, first impressions of this year’s rookie quarterback crop, expectations for the Lions moving forward, and her current Super Bowl prediction (19:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Hump Day! Ailish and Jesse discuss the Blue Jays’ 6-3 loss to the Rangers on Tuesday, the team’s lack of intensity and urgency, Toronto’s poor offensive approach, Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. going hitless through the first two games of this series, Buck Martinez’s criticism of Vlad Jr., and the persistent frustration surrounding this Jays team. Afterwards, Ailish and Jesse weigh in on the latest drama involving Mike Babcock and the NHL’s response to the allegations. We close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (44:33)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Michael Bartlett, President and CEO of Canada Basketball, to discuss Canada’s bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup, his emotions watching Canada win a World Cup medal and clinch an Olympic berth, the overall health of Canadian basketball, how the federation intends to handle roster decisions for next summer’s Olympics, Jordi Fernandez’s performance in his first go-around as Canada’s head coach, and Dillon Brooks’ impact on and off the court. Later, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic (26:15), to chat about the Blue Jays’ 10-4 loss on Monday, Chris Bassitt’s bizarre disengagement gaffe, the team’s lingering offensive struggles, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s encouraging results since returning from Tommy John surgery, and Alek Manoah being shut down for the remainder of the season. Ailish and Jesse close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, David Murphy, former MLB outfielder and current Rangers analyst, stops by to discuss Texas’ second-half struggles, their current three-game winning streak, the team’s resurgent bullpen in September, his impressions of the Blue Jays, Max Scherzer’s performance since being acquired from the Mets at the trade deadline, and Bruce Bochy’s influence in his first year at the helm. Later, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Amy Lawrence, host of After Hours on CBS Sports Radio, to chat about the Jets’ pyrrhic victory over the Bills, Aaron Rodgers’ Achilles injury, if New York can lure Tom Brady out of retirement, Josh Allen’s history of turnover issues, Tua Tagovailoa’s outstanding Week 1 performance, and LeBron James spearheading a star-studded contingent of American players that could play for Team USA at the Paris Olympics (28:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish hosts alongside Jesse Rubinoff! They open the show by discussing Aaron Rodgers’ Achilles injury, the chances of Tom Brady joining the Jets, Josh Allen’s turnover-filled Week 1 performance, the Blue Jays’ 10-4 loss to the Rangers, Genesis Cabrera’s recent struggles, the lack of production from Toronto’s key offensive threats, and Alek Manoah’s unceremonious end to his 2023 season. Afterwards, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, highlighted by LeBron James’ recruiting efforts for the 2024 Paris Olympics (40:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, TV voice of the Blue Jays Buck Martinez joins Ailish and Jesse to break down Toronto's timely sweep of the Kansas City Royals, how Cole Ragans unraveled in the 7th inning of Sunday's game, and if the Jays' can take advantage of the reeling Texas Rangers in their upcoming series. Next up, Sportsnet's own Caroline Cameron stops by to discuss Coco Gauff's upset victory at the US Open, as well as Novak Djokovic's legacy after his record-tying 24th career Grand Slam win, before looking back on how the Canadians in the tournament fared (27:06).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Donnovan Bennett, host of The FAN Checkdown, to help sort through all the action from Week 1 in the NFL! They highlight the Cowboys' 40-0 rout over their division rivals in New York, the Raiders spoiling Sean Payton's debut with Denver, Jordan Love and the Packers' commanding win in Chicago, and much more from the Sunday slate! Later on, basketball writer Katie Heindl stops by to discuss Canada's performance against USA to win Bronze at the FIBA World Cup, Dillon Brooks' 39-point effort, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's presence on the court, and more (25:30)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Kick off your week with The FAN Morning Show hosted by Ailish and Jesse! Following the opening weekend in the NFL, our hosts gush over Sunday’s slate of highly entertaining football games. Later on, they pivot to the Blue Jays' comeback victory over the Kansas City Royals to sweep the series, as well as Canada's hard-fought win over USA for Bronze at the FIBA World Cup. They also show Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff some love for their respective U.S Open achievements. Ailish wraps up the hour with your daily dose of The A-List (48:45)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet's Michael Grange joins Ailish and Jesse to go over Canada's FIBA World Cup semi-final loss to Serbia, what the Canadian side can learn from this performance ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, and some the biggest storylines of the NBA off-season. Later on, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith checks in on the Blue Jays' upcoming "make or break" homestand, the success of the team's Triple-A call ups, if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is starting to turn a corner offensively, the cracks appearing in Toronto's pitching staff, and when to expect Bo Bichette and Matt Chapman back in action (26:20).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, CBS NFL analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Jesse to recap the action from the Lions' 21-20 opening night victory in Kansas City, before looking ahead to Sunday to preview the slate of games in Week 1. Later, Charles weighs in on Joe Burrow's extension with Cincinnati, reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams' draft decisions ahead, and Mike Evans' contract ultimatum with Tampa Bay. Later on, Sarah Nurse joins to chat about signing with Toronto's PWHL team, the team's "big three" assembled alongside Blayre Turnbull and Renata Fast, and her first impressions of Toronto's head coach Troy Ryan (31:00) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy semi-final Friday! Ailish and Jesse kick off The FAN Morning Show discussing the FIBA World Cup showdown between Canada and Serbia. Later on, the pair analyze the Lions' "kinda sorta" surprising victory over the Super Bowl Champion Chiefs in Thursday night's NFL opener, before exploring the possibility of a weekend sweep by the Blue Jays. Ailish wraps up the first hour with your daily dose of The A-List, featuring a chat about everyone's new favourite pastime: Pickleball! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Will Lou, host of the Raptors Show, checking in to discuss Canada’s win over Slovenia on Wednesday, Dillon Brooks’ importance to this Canada team, Jordi Fernandez’s performance during his first tournament at the helm, potential looming roster decisions for the Olympics next summer, the luxury of having a player of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s calibre, and the possibility of a gold medal matchup against Team USA. Afterwards, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Chris Berman (26:00), long-time studio host for ESPN, to chat about tonight’s Lions-Chiefs showdown, Nick Bosa’s new deal, the Bills’ outlook for their 2023 campaign, and his Super Bowl prediction for this season. Ailish and Jesse close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jon Morosi stops by to discuss the American League playoff race, the Texas Rangers’ second-half collapse, the Blue Jays’ “Buffalo Brigade,” Davis Schneider’s consistently strong approach at the plate, fans’ mounting frustration with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., if Randal Grichuk could be a fit for the Jays, and the Yankees’ youth movement. Later, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Herm Edwards, former NFL head coach and current ESPN analyst, to chat about tonight’s Chiefs-Lions matchup, Travis Kelce’s potential absence from the lineup, Russell Wilson’s quest for redemption, and how coaches deal with contract holdouts (27:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s Baby Friday! Ailish and Jesse discuss tonight’s NFL season opener between the Chiefs and Lions, the Blue Jays’ loss to the A’s, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s ongoing struggles at the plate, and the importance of the Jays’ upcoming 10-game homestand. Afterwards, they weigh in on Canada’s victory over Slovenia at the FIBA World Cup, Dillon Brooks’ stifling defence against Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s star power, and the prospect of a Canada-USA final. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:46)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Blake Murphy joining us in-studio to discuss the FIBA World Cup, Dennis Schroder’s performance with Germany, FIBA’s convoluted qualification system, the residual impact of Canada qualifying for next summer’s Olympics, Jordi Fernandez’s acclimation to the national team, and the challenge of containing Slovenian star Luka Dončić. Afterwards, Ailish and Jesse connect with Toronto Argonauts QB Chad “Swag” Kelly to chat about his new contract, his experience living in Toronto, the Argos’ 9-1 start, and A.J. Ouellette’s viral “Thor” celebration in Hamilton (27:22). Ailish and Jesse close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay (41:20)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Jesse are joined in-studio by Dan Shulman to discuss Canada’s run at the FIBA World Cup, where Canada’s epic win over Spain ranks in the pantheon of his career highlights, potential roster decisions that could loom next summer at the Paris Olympics, Jordi Fernandez’s leadership prowess, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s emergence as one of the best players in the world. Later, Trey Wingo, senior NFL analyst for Pro Football Network and the 33rd Team, stops by to chat about Thursday night’s Lions-Chiefs matchup, Travis Kelce’s knee injury, how his absence could impact the Chiefs’ offence, the Bills’ outlook for 2023, and Aaron Rodgers’ honeymoon phase with the New York Jets (27:56). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Hump Day! AIlish and Jesse discuss the Blue Jays leapfrogging Texas for the final wild card spot in the American League, Chris Bassitt’s gem against the A's, Oakland's Bark at the Park promotion, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. entering MLB infamy with a dubious record. Afterwards, they chat about Canada’s quarterfinal matchup against Slovenia at the FIBA World Cup and some of the early free agent signings in the PWHL. Later, we close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (43:46)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, checking in to discuss the Blue Jays’ results from Labour Day weekend, the impact of the “Buffalo Bunch,” ongoing consternation surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the team’s propensity for grounding into double plays, and the heavy workload being shouldered by the Jays’ starting staff. Later, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Carl English (25:45), former member of the Canadian men’s national team, to chat about Canada qualifying next summer’s Olympics, the evolution of the program dating back to his early involvement with the team, Canada’s roster construction at the World Cup, Dillon Brooks’ redemption arc, and this team’s chances of winning the tournament. Ailish and Jesse close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Alanna Rizzo, co-host of High Heat on MLB Network, stops by to discuss her excitement surrounding Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes, the NL MVP picture, the Rangers’ second-half collapse, and the Blue Jays’ playoff chances. Afterwards, Ailish and Jesse are joined by Rowan Barrett Sr, GM of the Canadian men’s basketball program, to discuss the team qualifying for next year’s Paris Olympics, what it means to share this moment with his son, the plethora of athletes that have helped Canada navigate the Olympic qualification process, the backstory behind Jordi Fernandez’s hiring, and the team’s mantra throughout the World Cup (27:11). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish hosts alongside Jesse Rubinoff! They kick off the show by reminiscing about some of their favourite memories from the first day of school. Then, Ailish and Jesse discuss Canada’s thrilling win over Spain at the FIBA World Cup, the team securing their spot at next summer’s Paris Olympics, Dillon Brooks’ redemption tour, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s legacy-making performance against Spain, and Jordi Fernandez’s calming presence on the sideline. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ nail-biting win over the Athletics on Monday, the team’s tendency of playing close games against sub-par teams, Davis Schneider’s omission from Monday’s lineup, the Jays receiving critical contributions from their Buffalo call ups, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being a lightning rod for criticism. We close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (45:46)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Bill Ripken, former MLB infielder and current MLB Network analyst, stopping by to discuss the Angels’ waiver wire fire sale, Cleveland’s big additions to their pitching staff, why he’s still bullish on the Astros, the Blue Jays’ historically-great starting rotation, Atlanta’s potent lineup, and Ronald Acuna Jr.’s preternatural skill set. Afterwards, Ailish and Brent are joined in-studio by Alvin Williams to chat about Canada’s 3-0 start at the FIBA World Cup, Dillon Brooks’ tenacious approach, Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s contributions, Canada’s strong understanding of role definition, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander asserting himself as “the guy,” and how Canada would fare in a potential matchup against Team USA (24:17). Ailish and Brent close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay (41:36)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish catches up with Stan Kasten, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers and part-owner of the PWHL, to discuss his long-time investment in women’s hockey, the process behind the creation of the PWHL, the NHL’s potential involvement moving forward, the PWHL’s inaugural free agency period starting on Friday, and his work with the Dodgers. Later, Ailish and Brent discuss the Blue Jays’ expected September call ups and Aaron Rodgers’ poetic commentary about his first training camp experience with the New York Jets (27:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Happy Friday! In honour of Labour Day weekend, Ailish and Brent discuss their favourite long weekend holidays. Afterwards, they weigh in on the fallout from Thursday’s MLB waiver wire frenzy, the Blue Jays’ reported September call ups, Chad Green’s potential role in the bullpen, William Nylander busting out the cornrows, Phil Kessel’s desire to continue his NHL career, and if he’d be a fit in Toronto. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (37:42)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

NHour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Nick Kypreos stopping by to discuss Sheldon Keefe’s extension with the Maple Leafs, how Brad Treliving’s presence could impact Keefe this season, if Keefe can survive the full term of his deal, potential areas of improvement for Keefe behind the bench, and William Nylander’s precarious contract situation. Later, Ailish and Brent are joined by Brian Burke, former NHL GM and new Executive Director of the PWHL players’ union, to chat about this watershed moment for women’s hockey, his role within the league, the inherent goals of the PWHL, and his lifelong commitment to growing the game of women’s hockey (28:08). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.