The FAN Pregame

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi host! The boys discuss the Blue Jays' 2-1 series victory over the Cincinnati Reds, Bo Bichette’s return to the lineup, and the strength of the rotation to allow for Hyun-jin Ryu's smooth return Later, they weigh in on the need for consistency from the Jays' offence, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles to live up to the hype this season. Then, the A-List then becomes the B-List as Daniele asks Brent rule "Yay or Nay" for some CNE food items (44:05). 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.

Ailish and Justin are headed down to the King's Plate this weekend at Woodbine Racetrack, and despite all the racing to look forward to, how to properly dress for the event is front of mind. Later, the guys then get into the latest Blue Jays roster news, including why Bo Bichette impending return is good news for the lineup but bad news for Davis Schneider. Next up, creator of DVOA and FTN contributor, Aaron Schatz joins the show to break down what DVOA does and how you can best use it this season, before taking a trip around the NFL to chat about the divisional races he has his eye on this season (28:00). Justin and Ailish close out the week with some picks for the King's Plate in this edition of the Wake and Rake! 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.

Justin and Ailish kick off the second hour with Blue Jays radio play-by-play announcer, Ben Shulman! They discuss this weekend’s series with the Cincinnati Reds, what Bo Bichette's return could mean to the lineup, who would start Game 2 of a potential playoff series, and Cavan Biggio's strong under the radar performance. Next up, Canadian Women’s National Soccer player Sophie Schmidt joins the show to look back on her team’s performance in the World Cup this year, what areas they need to improve on, and how the program can grow from here (28:15). 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 Friday with a close call for Ailish this morning sharing why water proof IPhones might be on the hot seat. They then get into Bo Bichette's recent home run in a rehab game for Triple-A Buffalo, what his timeline for return looks like, and how his absence has affected the Jays on both sides of the ball, before previewing this weekend's series against the Cincinnati Reds. The Toronto Raptors released their schedule for 2023/24 yesterday and Justin and Ailish draft the games they most want to see! Would you rather be at the home opener or Fred VanVleet's return? They close out the first hour with a Friday edition of the A-List including NFL Play calls and the complications behind them (43:30)! 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 affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Shane Ryan, writer for Golf Digest, checking in to discuss this weekend’s BMW Championship, Lucas Glover’s back-to-back victories, Justin Thomas’ confounding season, the upcoming Ryder Cup, and Team USA’s lingering roster decisions. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland to chat about WWE SmackDown coming to Toronto tomorrow night, his t-shirt collaboration with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the team’s off-season changes, his 25-year run with WWE, what it means to wrestle Sheamus for the first time, and his future beyond Friday’s show (22:52). 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 affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined in studio by T.J. and Amber Brodie to discuss A&W Canada’s 15th annual "Burgers to Beat MS Day" and Amber’s experience living with MS. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi stops by to chat about Bo Bichette’s rehab assignment, the possibility of him rejoining the Blue Jays in Cincinnati, Kevin Gausman’s poor outing against the Phillies, Cavan Biggio’s recent hot streak, the Jays’ historically-great bullpen, and Alek Manoah’s latest demotion to the minors (23:40). 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 discuss the Blue Jays’ 9-4 loss to the Phillies on Wednesday, Kevin Gausman’s shaky outing, Santiago Espinal’s costly throwing error at third base, Bo Bichette’s impending return to the lineup, and Cavan Biggio’s recent hot streak. Then, they weigh in on Michael Bunting’s comments from the JD Bunkis Podcast about the lack of material contract talks with the Maple Leafs. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a cameo by Orioles broadcaster Kevin Brown (44:49).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.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, dropping by to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s transformation this season, Chad Green being a major wild card for the Blue Jays’ bullpen, his biggest curiosities surrounding Bo Bichette’s impending return from injury, and the Blue Jays’ lack of a team-wide offensive approach. Then, Ailish and Justin share their immediate reaction to news that Jamal Murray will not suit up for Canada at the FIBA World Cup. Later, Julie Stewart-Binks, host for SiriusXM FC and host of the Off-Air podcast, joins the show to chat about England’s semi-final win over Australia at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, their matchup against Spain in Sunday’s final, the United States’ disappointing World Cup showing, and the litany of questions surrounding the Canadian women’s soccer team (24:37). We 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 - friend of the show - stops by to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s turnaround this season, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s encouraging performance since returning from Tommy John surgery, Alek Manoah’s latest demotion, if the Jays could look to part ways with Manoah this winter, Whit Merrifield’s future beyond this season, and the Rays’ litany of injury woes. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Amy Lawrence, host of After Hours on CBS Sports Radio, to chat about the Jets’ signing of Dalvin Cook, expectations for the Bills this season, the 49ers’ quarterback situation, and James Harden’s fiery comments about Daryl Morey (28:52). 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’ 2-1 win over the Phillies on Tuesday, Yusei Kikuchi’s dominant form since the All-Star Break, our first look at the Hicks-Romano tandem in the bullpen, and the slew of Blue Jays currently on the rehab track in Triple-A. Then, they weigh in on the NBA trotting out their schedule for the league’s inaugural in-season tournament, the lack of creativity surrounding the branding for the event, Markquis Nowell’s bold declaration about his future with the Raptors, and Lionel Messi’s latest exploits for Inter Miami. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (39:47)! 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 Howard Eskin, host for 94.1 WIP in Philadelphia, checking in to discuss James Harden’s comments about Daryl Morey, his desire to force a trade out of Philly, concerns about Joel Embiid’s future, the Phillies’ season thus far, Michael Lorenzen’s recent no-hitter, and the excitement in Philadelphia surrounding the Eagles. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith (27:54) to chat about Jose Bautista’s induction into the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, potential candidates to join Bautista in the LOE, Hyun-Jin Ryu supplanting Alek Manoah as the Jays’ fifth starter, and Bo Bichette’ injury timeline. 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 Justin weigh in on Michael Oher alleging that the Tuohy family lied about his adoption, John Herdman’s potential candidacy for Toronto FC’s coaching job, and Neymar signing a deal with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal. Later, Billy Jaffe, NHL analyst for NESN and co-host of The Morning Bru, stops by to discuss David Krejci’s retirement, Patrice Bergeron’s departure, and what it means for the Bruins heading into the 2023-24 season. 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 is back, and she has some news! Then, Ailish and Justin reflect on the Blue Jays’ recent stretch of 17 games in 17 days, the team’s ongoing offensive woes, and Jose Bautista’s emotional Level of Excellence ceremony. Afterwards, David Samson, former MLB executive and host of the Nothing Personal podcast, stops by to discuss Bautista’s legacy with the Blue Jays, MLB’s investigation into Wander Franco, the Yankees’ dismal 2023 season, potential recourse in the Bronx, and Kevin Brown’s return to the broadcast booth in Baltimore (27:24). 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 Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, dropping by to discuss Jose Bautista’s emotional, heartfelt Level of Excellence ceremony, the Blue Jays’ ugly offensive approach this season, Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive turnaround, his chances of starting a playoff game this fall, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s performance since returning from Tommy John surgery, and who might be next to join Bautista on the Level of Excellence. Afterwards, Justin and Jesse are joined by Genie Bouchard (23:19) to chat about her experience working as an analyst for Sportsnet, the viral “Cotton-eyed Joe” moment from the weekend, Jessica Pegula’s victory, Liudmila Samsonova being forced to play two matches on Sunday, Carlos Alcaraz’s showing in his first tournament since Wimbledon, and what lies ahead for her this summer during tennis’ hard court swing. 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 Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, stops by to discuss Jose Bautista’s unique journey to becoming an MLB star, the confounding nature of this year’s Blue Jays team, Toronto missing out on Cody Bellinger last winter, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s ongoing struggles at the plate, and the team returning to a five-man rotation following Alek Manoah’s demotion. Later, Justin and Jesse their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (27:36). 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.

Happy Monday! Justin hosts alongside Jesse Rubinoff. The guys discuss Jose Bautista’s emotional Level of Excellence ceremony on Saturday, Bautista’s indelible legacy in Toronto, the lasting impact of the Blue Jays’ 2015 and 2016 playoff runs, and the lavish pendant Bautista received during Saturday’s ceremony. Then, Justin and Jesse weigh in on the Blue Jays dropping two of three against the Cubs over the weekend, the team’s inconsistency at the plate, the impact of Bo Bichette’s absence, and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s form since rejoining the Jays’ rotation. Later, the guys close out the hour with our daily edition 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 affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with former Blue Jays infielder John McDonald stopping by to discuss his experience playing with Jose Bautista in Toronto, Bautista’s transformation into one of the best hitters in baseball, his emotional Father’s Day home run, and his status as a cult-like hero among Jays fans. Afterwards, Justin and Brent are joined by Jesse Rogers, MLB Insider for ESPN, to chat about the Chicago Cubs’ resurgence this season, Marcus Stroman’s tenure in Chicago, Cody Bellinger’s MVP-calibre campaign, the San Diego Padres’ confounding struggles in 2023, and the current state of the Blue Jays (27:21). 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, Justin and Brent are joined by former Blue Jays pitcher JA Happ to discuss Jose Bautista’s impending induction into the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, his experience being teammates with Bautista in Toronto, the unique vibe in Toronto during the Jays’ 2015 and 2016 runs, Pete Walker’s influence as a pitching coach, and what it was like playing for John Gibbons. Later, former NFL GM Mike Mayock stops by to chat about the Buffalo Bills’ personnel changes this off-season, expectations for the Eagles in 2023, the 49ers’ Sean Payton’s return to the NFL, and the Packers’ outlook in the post-Aaron Rodgers era (24:34). 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! Justin and Brent open the show by discussing the Edmonton Elks’ 22-game home losing streak, Billy Walters’ claims about Phil Mickelson’s gambling escapades, the Blue Jays’ 4-3 loss to the Guardians on Thursday, Alek Manoah’s shaky outing, if the Jays should consider sending Manoah back to the minors, and the team’s ongoing offensive woes. Later, the guys present our daily edition of the A-List, featuring a former NFLer who launched a fraud scheme in the GTA (44:56).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 affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Brook Jacoby, former Blue Jays hitting coach, stopping by to discuss Jose Bautista’s impending induction into the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, his memories from working with Bautista in Toronto, and the role of a hitting coach in today’s MLB game. Afterwards, Justin and Brent and joined by MLB Network’s Harold Reynolds (20:56) to chat about his experience being in the broadcast booth for Bautista’s iconic “bat flip” homer in 2015, the Blue Jays’ offensive warts this season, the evolution of hitting over the past 5-10 years, Baltimore’s ascent this season, if the Astros are still the class of the AL, and Seattle’s current seven-game winning streak. The guys 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, Sho Alli stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ offensive challenges this season, George Springer’s inconsistent production this year, potential concerns about his longevity, Guillermo Martinez’s job security, and the Blue Jays’ stout pitching staff. Later, Justin and Brent are joined by Trey Wingo, senior NFL analyst for Pro Football Network and 33rd Team, to discuss Aaron Rodgers’ acclimation to the Jets, the San Francisco 49ers’ quarterback situation, Bill Belichick’s future in New England, expectations for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, Justin Fields’ pre-season MVP buzz, Jalen Hurts’ emergence as one of the NFL’s most dynamic signal callers, and Commanders players expressing “concern” about Eric Bieniemy’s coaching style (22:35). 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

Justin Cuthbert hosts alongside Brent Gunning! The guys open the show by discussing the latest wave of Canadian victories at the National Bank Open, the Maple Leafs’ signing of Martin Jones, Kevin Gausman’s seven-inning gem against the Guardians, the Blue Jays’ lack of offence this week in Cleveland, and the team’s pitching-oriented identity. Then, Justin and Brent chat about their takeaways from Netflix’s new Johnny Manziel documentary. Afterwards, in honour of Manziel, the guys present their favourite all-time sports flops (42:03). 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, Justin and Brent are joined by Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane to discuss the relationship between Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs, Allen’s turnover issues last season, the hype surrounding rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid, the team’s commitment to Sean McDermott, Aaron Rodgers’ arrival in the AFC East, and Damar Hamlin’s remarkable return to football this summer. Later, Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, stops by (22:22) to chat about the Blue Jays’ offensive dry spell since arriving in Cleveland, John Schneider’s lineup construction on Tuesday night, Yusei Kikuchi’s resurgent season, the possibility of Kikuchi starting a post-season game for the Jays, Kevin Gausman’s calming presence on the mound, Jordan Hicks’ ideal bullpen role, and the current AL playoff race. The guys 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 Yusei Kikuchi’s resurgent season, if he’s a candidate to win the AL Comeback Player of the Year award, the Blue Jays’ offensive inconsistency this season, Davis Schneider’s historic debut weekend in Boston, the Angels’ struggles since the trade deadline, and Shohei Ohtani’s future. Afterwards, Justin and Brent are joined by Neil Schuster, co-founder and co-host of the No Laying Up podcast (28:34), to chat about Rory McIlroy’s season thus far, Justin Thomas’ Ryder Cup candidacy, his aspirations for the future of golf, the PGA’s new-look schedule for 2024, Jon Rahm’s porta potty request, and the start of the FedEx Cup playoffs. 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 Hump Day! Justin Cuthbert hosts alongside Brent Gunning. The guys open the show by discussing the legitimacy of sports karma and Julio Rodriguez’s comical antics after robbing a home run against Fernando Tatis Jr. Then, the guys dive into the Blue Jays’ shutout loss in Cleveland, Toronto’s bats going cold after a big weekend in Boston, lingering concerns about the team’s offensive depth, and Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive form since the All-Star Break. Afterwards, Justin and Brent weigh in on Shams Charania’s latest reporting regarding Pascal Siakam’s future. Later, the guys close out the hour with our daily edition of the A-List (46:30)!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 affiliate.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Dan Shulman checking in from Cleveland to discuss the Blue Jays’ four-game winning streak, Davis Schneider’s historic debut weekend, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s injury, Kevin Gausman’s recent struggles, the versatility within the Jays’ bullpen, and if Santiago Espinal could be the odd-man out when Bo Bichette returns. Later, Justin and Brent are joined by Frank Seravalli (25:48) to chat about the Penguins’ acquisition of Erik Karlsson as part of a three-team trade, Kyle Dubas’ longstanding interest in Karlsson, if the Penguins have re-established themselves as legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, the Sharks’ uncertain direction and outlook, Matt Dumba joining the Arizona Coyotes on a one-year deal, and Jeff Jackson stepping in as CEO of Hockey Operations with the Edmonton Oilers. 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, Justin and Brent are joined by Aaron Goldhammer, co-host of The Really Big Show on 850 ESPN Cleveland, to discuss Jose Ramirez’s viral fight with Tim Anderson, the bad blood between the Guardians and White Sox, Cleveland’s decision to sell at the trade deadline, and the current tenor surrounding the Browns heading into the 2023 NFL season. Then, the guys chime in on Jamal Murray’s uncertain status for the upcoming FIBA World Cup and the prevailing frustration surrounding Canada’s history of failing to secure commitments from top-tier NBA talent (25:08). Afterwards, Justin and Brent sift through their winners and losers from the weekend!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

Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning host! The guys open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 3-1 win over the Guardians on Monday night, Cavan Biggio’s late-game heroics, Davis Schneider being elevated into the leadoff spot, George Springer finding his groove during the long weekend, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s injury, Jordan Hicks’ erratic command, and the current state of the Jays’ bullpen. Then, Justin and Brent weigh in on the Pittsburgh Penguins’ acquisition of Erik Karlsson, San Jose’s confounding return in the deal, and Kyle Dubas’ hand in reshaping Pittsburgh’s roster this summer. Later, the guys present an honourary edition of the A-List (47:47)! 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, Lenny DiNardo, former MLB pitcher and current NESN analyst, stops by to discuss the Red Sox’s season thus far, Boston’s success against the Blue Jays in 2023, Justin Turner’s impressive production in his age-38 season, and the current AL playoff race. Later, Brent and Sam reminisce about their favourite hockey hits, before JD Bunkis joins the guys in-studio to chat about yesterday’s Mike Babcock interview and the frustration of watching the Blue Jays’ feeble offence (27:10). 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, Ben Shulman stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ listless offensive performance against the Baltimore Orioles, how John Schneider should deploy his lineup in Bo Bichette’s absence, Davis Schneider’s promotion to the big leagues, and Kevin Gausman’s shaky outing on Thursday. Then, the guys chime in on Kyle Dubas’ decision to name himself as the Penguins’ GM for next season. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to chat about his passion for golf, Canada’s intriguing roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup, and why Canada’s current ensemble of NBA talent is well-suited for the FIBA game (28:10). 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! Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys chat about DeMarcus Ware’s rendition of the American national anthem before last night’s NFL Hall of Fame Game. Then, Brent and Sam weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 6-1 loss to the Orioles on Thursday, Kevin Gausman’s concerning outing, the Jays’ ongoing offensive woes, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s frustrating approach at the plate, and this weekend’s pivotal series against the Boston Red Sox. Later, the guys take a peek at today’s Puckdoku puzzle (42:12). 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 affiliate.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Mike Babcock, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, stopping by to discuss his return to coaching with Columbus, how the game has evolved over the past few years, his tenure in Toronto, and his experience coaching Team Canada in various best-on-best international tournaments. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Shi Davidi to chat about the Blue Jays’ 4-1 win over the Orioles on Wednesday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent scuffles at the plate, Jordan Hicks’ role in the bullpen, and Chad Green’s ongoing rehab (26:55). 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, Brent and Sam are joined by David Samson, former Marlins president and host of the Nothing Personal podcast, to discuss MLB’s current playoff format, the Blue Jays’ deadline moves, if the Jays need a referendum on their roster construction, the Orioles’ ascent, and George Springer’s regression this season. Afterwards, the guys chime in on Radko Gudas’ comments about not wanting to play in a Canadian market. Later, Herm Edwards, former NFL head coach and current ESPN analyst, stops by to chat about the start of the NFL pre-season, his experience being on Hard Knocks, the Sean Payton-Nathaniel Hackett feud, and his viral soundbite as head coach of the New York Jets (25:21). 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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! It’s football day! The guys open the show by discussing the return of NFL football and what it’s going to be like not having Tom Brady in the league this season. Then, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 4-1 win over the Orioles on Wednesday, last night’s bizarre sixth inning, Yusei Kikuchi delivering another impressive start, first impressions of Jordan Hicks, if he should usurp Jordan Romano as the team’s closer, and George Springer ending his slump with a bloop single. Later, Brent and Sam chat about their newfound obsession with Puckdoku (40:13). 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 affiliate.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben Nicholson-Smith dropping by to discuss the Blue Jays’ relatively quiet trade deadline, the need for more production from the team’s top stars, why the Jays were unable to swing a deal for Teoscar Hernández, how Bo Bichette’s injury impacted the Jays’ deadline plans, and the Orioles’ disciplined roster-building approach. Afterwards, Brent and Sam are joined by Jim Duquette, former MLB GM and current analyst for SiriusXM MLB Network Radio, to chat about the scarcity of blockbuster deals on deadline day, the New York Mets’ teardown, the Blue Jays’ deadline additions, why he’s still bullish on this Jays team, and his philosophy on roster building (29:19). 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, Brent and Sam discuss their current level of concern regarding the Blue Jays, James Mirtle’s latest reporting on Matt Murray’s LTIR situation, and Milan Lucic spurning the Leafs in free agency. Afterwards, the guys are joined by Jeff Jones, Cardinals beat reporters for the Belleville News-Democrat, to chat about the Blue Jays and Cardinals collaborating on three trades since July 21, St. Louis’ reported interest in Alek Manoah, the scouting report on Paul DeJong, and the Cards’ quasi-fire sale at this year’s deadline (25:16). 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! Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss the Blue Jays’ 13-3 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday, the team’s acquisition of Paul DeJong, Ross Atkins’ decision not to add another big bat at the deadline, George Springer’s ongoing struggles, and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s performance in his 2023 debut. Afterwards, Brent and Sam are joined by ESPN MLB Insider Kiley McDaniel to discuss his big winners from the trade deadline, the Mets’ prospect haul for Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer, if the Astros have separated themselves as AL favourites, and the Orioles’ addition of Jack Flaherty. Later, the guys assign a letter grade for the Blue Jays’ moves leading up to yesterday’s trade deadline (26:59). 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Brent are joined by John Smoltz, MLB Hall of Famer and current FOX analyst, to discuss Bo Bichette’s impact on the Blue Jays, Toronto’s streaky tendencies, how a meaningful trade deadline acquisition can influence a clubhouse, Alek Manoah’s regression this season, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s return, his personal experience overcoming Tommy John Surgery, and the Orioles’ need to augment their starting rotation. Later, Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, stops by (26:40) to chat about Bichette’s injury scare, contingency plans if Bichette misses time, and what he expects Toronto to do ahead of today’s 6 pm ET deadline. Later, we 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 his read on Bo Bichette’s injury situation, potential trade targets for the Blue Jays at shortstop, the possibility of a reunion with Teoscar Hernández, the Orioles’ quest to augment their starting rotation, the Yankees’ lack of useful trade chips, and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s return to Toronto’s rotation. Afterwards, Ailish and Brent chat about the Blue Jays’ lingering needs ahead of today’s 6 pm ET deadline and George Springer’s recent struggles (28:30). 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.

Happy deadline day! Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-2 loss to the Orioles on Monday, Bo Bichette going down with a knee injury, how Bo’s status could impact the Jays’ deadline day plans, John Schneider’s decision not to use George Springer as a pinch hitter, last night’s questionable strike zone, and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s impending return from Tommy John Surgery. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:59)!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 ESPN MLB analyst Tim Kurkjian stopping by to discuss the Blue Jays’ investment in Jordan Hicks, the current crop of right-handed bats on the trade market, Baltimore’s impressive season, their biggest need ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline, and the Yankees’ quest to change their fortunes with a seismic move. Later, Ailish and Brent are joined by Sportsnet’s Hayley McGoldrick (24:29) to break down Canada’s 4-nil loss to Australia on Monday morning, their disappointing departure from the Women’s World Cup, the lingering turmoil within Canada Soccer, Sophie Schmidt announcing her retirement from the program, and Christine Sinclair’s uncertain future. Then, Ailish and Brent 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 Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ addition of Jordan Hicks, the team’s decision to dip into the rental market, other positions Toronto should look to address ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline, and this week’s pivotal divisional series against the Baltimore Orioles. Afterwards, Ailish and Brent present their biggest winners and losers from the weekend! Later, PGA Tour golfer Nick Taylor checks in to chat about his historic victory at the 2023 RBC Canadian Open, his iconic 72-foot putt to win the tournament, his season thus far, and his relationship with fellow Canadian Adam Hadwin (31:11). 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.

Happy Monday! Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They kick off the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ acquisition of Jordan Hicks from the St. Louis Cardinals, Jordan Romano landing on the IL with lower-back inflammation, Matt Chapman’s heated exchange with John Schneider, Whit Merrifield’s promotion to the leadoff spot, and what’s left on the Blue Jays’ deadline shopping list. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:52)! 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 Tyler Dunne, found of GoLongTD.com, stopping by to discuss the Buffalo Bills’ outlook for 2023, Stefon Diggs’ drama-filled off-season, the pressure facing Sean McDermott, Damar Hamlin’s inspiring return to football, Aaron Rodgers taking a pay cut with the Jets, Sean Payton’s controversial comments about Nathaniel Hackett, and the current state of the running back position. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Heidi Watney (26:31), sideline reporter for Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV+, to chat about Shohei Ohtani not pitching tonight’s series opener in Toronto, the Angels shifting into buyers’ mode, Bo Bichette’s status as a quiet superstar, and her favourite players to speak with around baseball. 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, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss the Senators’ addition of Vladimir Tarasenko, why he’s bullish the Sens can be a playoff team next season, the Leafs’ plan to place Matt Murray on LTIR, if this could spell the end of Murray’s NHL career, why it’s unlikely T.J. Brodie will be moved, Patrice Bergeron’s indelible legacy, and the Sharks’ current asking price for Erik Karlsson. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Blue Jays Central analyst Madison Shipman to discuss Bo Bichette’s defence at shortstop, the prospect of promoting Whit Merrifield into the leadoff spot, George Springer’s recent struggles, and what the Jays should be looking to add ahead of the trade deadline (29:09). 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 Shohei Ohtani’s historic day in Detroit, where Shohei ranks in the pantheon of the top must-see athletes in sports, and the Senators’ signing of Vladimir Tarasenko. Then, they weigh in on the Dolphins losing Jalen Ramsey to a knee injury, Joe Burrow’s injury scare, and Sean Payton’s public criticism of former Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:10)!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 Nick Kypreos checking in to discuss the Leafs’ decision to place Matt Murray on LTIR, the incentive for Murray to be complicit in this process, if the Leafs could be subject to an investigation from the NHL, the team’s lingering cap issues, Guy Boucher’s interesting history with the organization, and if there’s any correlation between Sebastian Aho’s deal and William Nylander’s current contract impasse. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Fred McGriff, aka “The Crime Dog,” to chat about his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame last weekend, his experience breaking into the big leagues with the Blue Jays, what it meant being inducted alongside fellow ex-Jay Scott Rolen, and his impressions of this current Toronto team. (24:13) We 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, Blue Jays broadcaster for Sportsnet 590 The FAN, stops by to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s turnaround this season, the Jays’ current bullpen pecking order, the Angels’ intention to keep Shohei Ohtani past the trade deadline, George Springer’s offensive woes, Whit Merrifield’s emergence, and Toronto’s main needs, wants and luxuries ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Andi Petrillo, host for OneSoccer and CBC Sports, to chat about Canada’s crucial 2-1 win over Ireland at the Women’s World Cup on Wednesday, Christine Sinclair’s omission from the team’s starting lineup, Bev Priestman’s tactical decisions, and Canada’s lack of offensive firepower (23:44). 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 discuss the Angels’ decision to pull Shohei Ohtani off the trade market and the disappointment of Ohtani not pitching against the Blue Jays this weekend. Then, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ dominant 8-1 win over the Dodgers, Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive outing on Wednesday, Whit Merrifield’s current hot streak, and George Springer’s recent slump. They also share their thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ decision to place Matt Murray on LTIR, Sebastian Aho’s extension with the Hurricanes, and what it all means for William Nylander’s contract situation. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:19)! 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 Andrew Raycroft, former NHL goalie, and current NESN analyst, stopping by to discuss Patrice Bergeron’s retirement, his experience being roommates with a young Bergeron, and how the Bruins might look to fill the void left by their captain. Afterward, Ailish and Justin welcome in The Athletic’s Kaitlyn McGrath (24:55) to chat about the Blue Jays’ 8-7 loss to the Dodgers on Tuesday, lingering concerns about the team’s bullpen, the Jays’ biggest positional needs ahead of next week’s trade deadline, and why it’s unlikely Toronto will acquire Shohei Ohtani. 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.