The FAN Pregame

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill to discuss Vegas’ Stanley Cup win last season, his emergence as the team’s starting netminder, how he plans on spending his day with the Cup, and his new contract with the Golden Knights. Later, ESPN’s Bobby Marks stops by to chat about Jaylen Brown’s historic supermax extension, Boston’s decision to double down on the Brown-Tatum tandem, how Brown’s deal will shape future supermax contracts across the NBA, Pascal Siakam’s uncertain future, and Damian Lillard’s impending trade request (24:11). 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 Hump Day! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ ninth-inning meltdown against the Dodgers on Tuesday, John Schneider’s bullpen management, Whit Merrifield’s fit atop the Jays’ batting order, Jeff Passan’s report about Toronto’s current financial position heading into the trade deadline, and if the Jays could be in the mix for Shohei Ohtani. Then, they weigh in on Patrice Bergeron’s retirement, Jaylen Brown’s supermax extension, and Bronny James’ health scare. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:03)! 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.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Julia Kreuz, Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, checking in to discuss the team’s current bullpen pecking order, the recent addition of Genesis Cabrera, if the Jays should be in the market for pitching, George Springer’s current slump, and Shohei Ohtani’s upcoming visit to Toronto this weekend. Afterward, Ailish and Justin are joined by Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk (26:01) to chat about the first anniversary of his trade to the Panthers, Florida’s impressive run to the Stanley Cup Final, Sergei Bobrovsky’s historically-good post-season, and his experience playing against the Leafs in the second round.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 latest on Shohei Ohtani, the teams that could be in the mix to acquire him ahead of next Tuesday’s trade deadline, Tim Anderson’s potential fit with the Blue Jays, if Toronto could be in the market for pitching, and Nate Pearson’s value as a trade chip. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Charles Davis - friend of the show - to chat about the opening of NFL training camps, Saquon Barkley signing a new one-year deal with the Giants, the depreciating value of the running back position, Netflix’s new Quarterback docuseries, and Aaron Rodgers’ arrival in the AFC East (27:32). 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 by discussing the Blue Jays’ 6-3 win over the Dodgers on Monday night, Michael Grove’s suspected sticky stuff shenanigans, Daulton Varsho’s clutch go-ahead double in the 11th inning, Jay Jackson’s role in the bullpen, Genesis Cabrera’s debut, the recent struggles of Bo Bichette and George Springer, and the team’s plan to delay Hyun-Jin Ryu’s return until after the trade deadline. Afterwards, they also weigh in on the latest speculation surrounding Shohei Ohtani and Al Hilal’s historic transfer proposal for PSG star Kylian Mbappe. Then, we close out the hour with Ailish's daily edition of the A-List (48:39)!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.

Live from the Jays Care Golf Classic, we have an extra hour of The FAN Morning Show! Former Blue Jays pitcher Ricky Romero stops by our set to discuss his connection to the Canadian women’s soccer team, the state of his golf game, Alek Manoah’s encouraging outing on Sunday, his tumultuous 2023 season, the possibility of the Jays adopting a six-man rotation, the team’s biggest needs heading into the trade deadline, his experience navigating the trade deadline as a player, and what makes Seattle such a special road trip. Later, Gord Stellick stops by (26:33) to chat about Ilya Samsonov being awarded a $3.5 million salary in arbitration, the Leafs’ decision to forego a multi-year deal, the team’s reported interest in Erik Karlsson, William Nylander’s ongoing contract stalemate, and Tie Domi’s impressive celebrity Rolodex. 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.

Our morning continues at the 28th annual Jays Care Golf Classic! Hour 3 kicks off with Sho Alli, Blue Jays broadcaster for Sportsnet 590 The FAN, checks in to chat about the Blue Jays’ series in Seattle, Nate Pearson’s demotion, the recent acquisition of Genesis Cabrera, Alek Manoah’s performance on Sunday, how Hyun-Jin Ryu’s impending return might impact the team’s trade deadline plans, which current Jays starter would be the best candidate to assume a bullpen role, and the possibility of a reunion with Teoscar Hernandez ahead of next week’s deadline. Afterward, Ailish and Justin are joined on site at Rattlesnake Point by Ernie Whitt (29:15), former MLB catcher, and manager of the Canadian men’s baseball team, to discuss his relationship with new Hall of Famers and fellow Blue Jays alumni, Fred McGriff and Scott Rolen, Canada’s recent showing at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Freddie Freeman’s involvement with Baseball Canada, and the psychological component of coaching today’s generation of ballplayers. 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, Michael Breed, host of A New Breed of Golf on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, stops by to discuss Brian Harman’s victory at The Open Championship, his outstanding short game, other standout performers at Hoylake, how this weekend’s results could impact the 2023 Ryder Cup rosters, and Rory McIlroy’s nine-year major drought. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined on site at Rattlesnake Point Golf Club by Robert Witchel, Executive Director of Jays Care Foundation, to chat about this year’s golf tournament, the work that Jays Care is doing country-wide to support underprivileged communities, Chris Bassitt’s new initiative Bassitts Pitch In, and the continued growth of Jays Care over the past few years (26:42) 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 affiliates.

Happy Monday! Ailish and Justin are back, and we are live from the 28th annual Jays Care Golf Classic! Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing the Blue Jays dropping two of three in Seattle over the weekend, the current state of the team’s starting rotation, and Nate Pearson’s demotion to Triple-A. Then, they share their thoughts on Ilya Samsonov being awarded a $3.5 million salary in arbitration, what it means for the Leafs’ goaltending situation moving forward, and Toronto’s apparent interest in Erik Karlsson. Ailish and Justin also chime in on Brian Harman’s victory at The Open Championship and the lack of drama during the final golf major of the season. Later, at long last, it’s time for the return of the A-List (43:15)! 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 affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent and Sam discuss Ilya Samsonov’s pending arbitration case, their level of confidence with a possible Samsonov-Woll tandem, and the dwindling number of true No. 1 netminders in the NHL. Afterward, the guys are joined by Jim Bowden (23:45), former MLB GM, and current MLB Insider, to chat about the upcoming MLB trade deadline, the Angels’ plans for Shohei Ohtani, what he’s currently hearing about the Blue Jays, and why he’s still bullish that Toronto can win the AL East. 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, Rex Hoggard, writer and analyst for Golf Channel, checks in from England to discuss The Open Championship, Christo Lamprecht’s surprising opening round performance, and some of the bizarre quirks at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Jon Morosi from Cooperstown to chat about the latest trade buzz surrounding Shohei Ohtani, potential trade targets for the Blue Jays, and why it’s the appropriate time for Toronto to be ultra-aggressive at the deadline (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 affiliates.

Happy Friday! Brent and Sam kick off the show by discussing yesterday’s opening round at The Open Championship, the Blue Jays’ 4-0 win over the Padres, the team’s continued lack of production with runners on base, and Alejandro Kirk’s big day at the plate. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on the Maple Leafs adding Guy Boucher and Mike Van Ryn to the team’s coaching staff and what it means for Sheldon Keefe’s job security heading into the 2023-24 season (38:21). 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.

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben Wagner, radio voice of the Blue Jays, checking in to chat about Jose Berrios’ resurgent season, the team’s lack of offense during this week’s series against San Diego, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s up-and-down campaign, and John Schneider’s lineup construction. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Nick Kypreos (25:20) to discuss his latest reporting on Auston Matthews’ next deal, William Nylander’s murky contract situation, the Chicago Blackhawks’ potential interest in Nylander, and Ilya Samsonov’s lingering arbitration case.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, Brent and Sam are joined by Jason Sobel, golf writer for The Action Network, to discuss the opening round of The Open Championship, if Scottie Scheffler is poised for a major breakthrough this weekend, and Rory McIlroy’s chances of claiming the Claret Jug. Later, Toronto Argonauts GM Michael “Pinball” Clemons, stops by to chat about the Argos’ 4-0 start to their 2023 campaign, Chad Kelly’s emergence as an early-season MVP candidate, and their upcoming matchup against long-time rivals, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, on Friday night (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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 2-0 shutout loss to the Padres, the team’s offensive deficiencies, Ross Atkins expressing his desire to add a right-handed bat, and if the Jays need to make a big splash ahead of the trade deadline. Afterwards, Sam and Brent weigh in on the arbitration figures tabled by the Leafs and Ilya Samsonov and what it means for the team’s goaltending situation moving forward (40:19). 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 Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, stopping by to discuss Alek Manoah’s shaky outing on Tuesday, his diminished velocity and command this season, Pete Walker’s controversial ejection, the Blue Jays’ offensive deficiencies, and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s impending return. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Frank Seravalli (26:38) to chat about William Nylander’s contract situation, the chances he gets traded this summer, and Matt Murray’s future. 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, Golf Channel announcer Steve Sands checks in from England to discuss this week’s Open Championship, Rory McIlroy’s chances of ending his nine-year majors drought, some of the unique quirks at Royal Liverpool Golf Club, and Cameron Smith’s quest to defend his title. Afterwards, Brent and Sam present their NHL trade value index, ranking the most valuable players (and contracts) in hockey (25:19). 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.

Happy Hump Day! Brent and Sam open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 9-1 loss to the Padres, Alek Manoah’s rocky start, if the Jays brought him back prematurely, Pete Walker’s ejection, and last night’s inconsistent strike zone. Then, the guys weigh in on Elliotte Friedman’s latest report regarding the Maple Leafs’ off-season plans, including Ilya Samsonov’s pending arbitration hearing and Matt Murray’s onerous contract. Brent and Sam also chime in on the Leafs’ salary cap conundrum and what it means for William Nylander’s future (35:12). 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent, and Sam are joined by Shi Davidi to discuss the Blue Jays’ recent hot streak, the effectiveness of their bullpen, Alek Manoah’s leash going forward, the importance of getting clarity on Hyun-Jin Ryu ahead of the trade deadline, the Jays’ biggest deadline needs, and Kevin Gausman’s lingering “side” injury. Afterward, Nate Bjorkgren, former Raptors assistant coach and current associate head coach of the Canadian men’s national team, stops by to chat about the fifth anniversary of the Raptors landing Kawhi Leonard, the team’s championship run in 2019, and Canada’s promising outlook for the upcoming FIBA World Cup (23:50).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 affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ off-season moves thus far, William Nylander’s lingering contract situation, the chances Nylander won’t be in Toronto next season, if there’s any concern about Auston Matthews’ contract status, and what might be different for Sheldon Keefe in his first year working under Brad Treliving. Afterwards, Canadian PGA Tour pro Corey Conners joins the show from England to chat about his preparations for this week’s Open Championship, the creativity that is required to play links golf, and his experience consuming Nick Taylor’s win at the RBC Canadian Open (24:08). 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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! Sam opens the show by detailing his experience witnessing a hole-in-one and triple play on Monday. Then, the guys discuss Shohei Ohtani’s epic bat flip against the Yankees, his historically-good 2023 season, and if Ohtani is currently the biggest must-see attraction in sports. Afterwards, Brent and Sam reflect on the five-year anniversary of the Raptors landing Kawhi Leonard, why his departure is one of the biggest “what if” scenarios in Toronto sports history, and how the Raptors have fared in the years since Kawhi’s one-and-done season. Later, the guys close out the hour by chatting about Ross Colton’s multi-year extension with the Colorado Avalanche and Sheldon Keefe’s reputation around the NHL (37:37). 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, to discuss the Blue Jays’ weekend sweep over the D-Backs, Kevin Gausman’s absence coming out of the All-Star Break, the Jays’ biggest trade deadline needs, and the chances Shohei Ohtani is moved ahead of the August 1 deadline. Later, Sam and Brent are joined by Shane O’Brien, former NHL defenceman and co-host of the Missin’ Curfew podcast (26:33), to chat about his experience throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Saturday’s Jays game and the Leafs’ moves so far this summer. Afterward, the guys close out the show by presenting their updated Blue Jays bullpen trust tree. 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, Sportsnet golf analyst Adam Stanley stops by to discuss Rory McIlroy’s victory at the Scottish Open, his lengthy drought at major championships, the nuances of links golf, Steph Curry’s win at the American Century Championship, and if Curry’s involvement in golf is good for the sport. Afterwards, the guys present their winners and losers from the weekend (29:45)! 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.

Happy Monday! Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host. The guys open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ weekend sweep over the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Jays’ reported interest in Marcus Stroman, Yusei Kikuchi’s role once Hyun-Jin Ryu returns, Kevin Gausman’s absence from the rotation, and Alejandro Kirk’s recent struggles. Later, Brent and Sam weigh in on Carlos Alcaraz’s win at Wimbledon and what it means for the sport of tennis moving forward (33:19).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.

On the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee welcome on Travis Sawchik, MLB Writer at The Score & Co-author of The MVP Machine & Big Data Baseball, to talk about what the Los Angeles could do with Shohei Othani, what their options might be, how hard it would be to facilitate a trade before the deadline. The boys are then joined by Team Canada Basketball Manager, Rowan Barrett to discuss the roster that has been constructed for the upcoming FIBA World Cup! How did they get so much buy in from so many NBA players and what is the expectation level for this group? The guys then go over how the conversations went with Andrew Wiggins and why he decided not to play for the red and white. Boys close out the week going over there favourite conspiracy theories in sports and there grinder of the day! (35:46).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.

On the second hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee bring on MLB Network's Jon Morosi to talk about the Blue Jays' second half, how the team's starting rotation might shape up, potential moves that could be made at the trade deadline, and what's next for Shohei Othani. Later on, Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick offers his take on the negotiations with William Nylander, if Erik Karlsson would be a fit with the Maple Leafs, and what expect heading into the summer (26:13). 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.

On the first hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee celebrate the return of Blue Jays baseball! They get you ready for the upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks featuring some familiar faces in Lourdes Gurriel Jr and Gabriel Moreno! They discuss what the Jays' starting rotation could be in the second half, how aggressive will the Jays be between now and the trade deadline, and how Alek Manoah factors in. The guys then go over the Canada Basketball Men’s World Cup roster that was released on Thursday night and debate if it's the best team Canada basketball has ever put together. They finish off the hour going over the proposed Damian Lillard trade that set the internet on fire yesterday! 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 the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee, bring on Blue Jays Reporter, from The Athletic, Kaitlyn McGrath to talk about the upcoming trade deadline, what the Blue Jays might be looking to do and who they could be looking to add, how Alek Manoah might impact the front offices’ decision, how much more of a window do the Jays have to win a World-Series, what needs to be better in the second half of the season, and what needs to continue in order for them to have success. In the final half hour of the show, Justin Termine, Host of NBA Today, comes on the show (24:12) to discuss some Damian Lillard trade talks, his view on the Toronto Raptors, Pascal Siakam’s value across the league, and a little bit of Victor Wembenyama.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 the second hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee welcome in Joe House, host of The Ringer's Fairway Rolling podcast, to discuss the findings from the senate investigation of the PGA Tour-PIF deal, before sharing his thoughts on the reports that Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods were used as negotiating chips. On the back nine, Bo Van Pelt, former top 10 golfer in the world, hops aboard to discuss the latest PGA Tour-PIF news, before opening up about what he wants the game of golf to look like in the future (24:32)! 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.

The first hour of The Fan Morning Show is here! On one of the driest days in sports, but rainiest days in Toronto, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee start off the show with a few mock trade scenarios for William Nylander. The pair question what the Leafs need and who shouldn't they pursue, before exploring options with the Carolina Hurricanes, Vegas Golden Knights, New York Rangers, and more! Later on, the guys head to the text-line see how all the morning grinders are getting through the slowest sports day of the year! 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 the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee, bring on Ben Shulman guest host of Jays Talk Plus, to talk discuss the All-Star game, if Jays fans should be hitting the panic button after Jordan Romano’s exit due to back tightness, how much flexibility the Jays have to make a move before the trade deadline, and what the plan might be for the starting rotation heading in the second half of the season. Finally, in the final half-hour, Sam “Barstool Riggs” Bozoian, Host of Foreplay Podcast with Barstool Sports joins the show (23:47) to talk about the PGA/LIV Golf situation going before Congress, how this could impact the game, players, the potential of a full takeover by LIV Golf.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 the second hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee welcome in David Samson from the Nothing Personal podcast to briefly talk about the MLB All-Star game and shares some ideas to help make the event more fun. Next up, NHL forward and recent Chicago Blackhawks signing, Nick Foligno hops aboard to chat about how his deal with the Hawks came together, getting the chance to play with 2023 first overall pick Connor Bedard, how he still manages to keep up with the pace of the today's game, and which NHL jersey was his favourite to wear (24:35). 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 affiliates.

It’s Hump Day! On the first hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee lead off recapping the MLB All-Star Game! How did they feel about reunion between former Blue Jays? Are this year's All-Star jerseys still a must-purchase item? The guys then offer letter grades for the first half of the Jays season, focusing in on what needs to change and what they could see continue. Later on, the guys throw on their golf hats to try to make sense of what’s happening with LIV Golf and the PGA going before Congress on Tuesday. 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 the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee welcome in former MLB Pitcher and All-Star, Ricky Romero, to talk about his experience as an All-Star, Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s performance in the Home Run Derby, and the return of Alek Manoah. Both the guys also look to see what the Jays could do to improve at the trade deadline. Finally, On the final thirty of the show, Luke Fox, NHL Writer for Sportsnet, comes on the show (25:53) to discuss where things could be at in William Nylander contract talks, why there is really no rush to sign him, who the Leafs might be looking at to add to their blue line, and how much they need depth scoring from the bottom six. 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, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo stops by to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s power display during last night’s Home Run Derby, the Blue Jays’ underwhelming first half, the team’s ceiling this year, Elly De La Cruz’s emergence, and Shohei Ohtani’s future. Afterwards, Brent and Sam are joined by Brent Wallace, co-host of the Coming In Hot podcast, to chat about the Senators’ trade return for Alex DeBrincat and other potential moves for Ottawa this off-season (28:02). The guys close the hour by discussing their yearning desire for a best-on-best hockey tournament and the Blue Jays’ representation in tonight’s All-Star 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.

Good morning, grinders! Brent Gunning and Sam McKee kick off the show by discussing Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s victory at the Home Run Derby, William Nylander’s contract stalemate, how Alex DeBrincat’s new deal might impact Nylander’s negotiations, and why this current generation of Maple Leafs stars are reticent to take a hometown discount. Later, the guys sift through the text line to shout out some fellow grinders - the early birds that work hard and endure long hours (40:54).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 the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, Daniele and Jesse bring on Blue Jays Reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith, who got to see Alek Manoah’s first Major League start since June 5th firsthand! He talks about what he liked from that start, how his good outing was a pleasant surprise, his next start being a bigger challenge, and how having Manoah back impacts the starting rotation and the bullpen. Ben also gives the Jays their mid-season grades, diving deep into what they’ve done well, what needs improvement, what he thinks the Jays need to add before the trade deadline, and his thoughts on the Blue Jays drafting High-School prospect Arjun Nimmala with the 20th overall selection. In the final half hour of the show, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli (26:51) sifts through the recent NHL transactions including Alex DeBrincat's move to the Detroit Red Wings, before discussing what's next for the Ottawa Senators, and how DeBrincat’s contract extension might impact William Nylander’s negotiations with the Toronto 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 the second hour of The Fan Morning Show, Daniele and Jesse bring in Raptors reporter Aaron Rose to look back on Toronto's first two NBA Summer League games, how first round pick Gradey Dick has been adjusting, how the Raptors might utilize their roster this season, who the new-look starting five could be, how Scottie Barnes’ role might change with Fred VanVleet's departure, and what the future holds for Pascal Siakam. On the second half of the show, the pair go over their "Winners and Losers” of the weekend (34:42). 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 affiliates.

Happy Monday! On the first hour of The Fan Morning Show, Daniele Franceschi goes from the production booth to the mic, and he’s joined by former Co-Host and Digital Producer of Tim & Friends, Jesse Rubinoff. To leadoff, they talk about the Blue Jays' comeback win over the Detroit Tigers, their mid-season grades for the team heading into the All-Star break, and Alek Manoah’s first big league start since June 5th. To cap off the first hour of the show, they pay homage to Ailish Forfar to bring you today's A-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.

On the final hour of The Fan Morning Show, voice of the Blue Jays Buck Martinez joins Ailish and Justin to chat about tonight's highly anticipated return for Alek Manoah and what Manoah's main focus was during his stint in Florida, before taking a step back to take a look at the Jays' needs at the trade deadline. In the final half hour of the show, former NBA Guard Ron Baker stops by to discuss the state of the Raptors from his perspective, his connections with Fred VanVleet and Gradey Dick, and what his expectations are for the team and Gradey this season (26:52). As always, to end the show, Ailish and Justin have you covered with the daily Wake and Rake parlay (42:53)! 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, Jon Morosi - friend of the show - stops by to discuss Alek Manoah’s return on Friday, what would constitute a successful outing for the former Cy Young finalist, his latest reporting on Shohei Ohtani’s future with the Angels, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s chances of winning the Home Run Derby, and Aaron Judge’s injury timeline. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Vivek Jacob, writer for Raptors.com and CBC Sports, to chat about Jakob Poeltl’s comments from his press conference on Thursday, his expectations for Gradey Dick in his summer league debut, the latest trade speculation involving Pascal Siakam, and how the Canadians have fared at Wimbledon (26:33). 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 affiliates.

Happy Friday! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays winning both ends of Thursday’s doubleheader against the White Sox, the team’s use of small ball in extra innings, Whit Merrifield’s two-homer performance, and John Schneider’s bullpen deployment ahead of Alek Manoah’s return on Friday night. Afterwards, the Tarot cards are back! Ailish and Justin indulge in a special Tarot reading for Manoah, who will be making his first big-league start in over a month. We close the hour with our daily edition of the A-List (35:31)!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.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair stopping by to discuss Alek Manoah’s impending return to the Blue Jays’ rotation on Friday, the external pressures that factored into the decision to recall Manoah, the possibility of Toronto adopting a six-man rotation once Hyun-Jin Ryu returns, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s role in determining the Jays’ ceiling this season. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by former NHL head coach Claude Julien to discuss his experience coaching Max Domi in Montreal, his maturation over the years, why his personality is a perfect match for the Toronto market, his time in Boston, and his memories from the Leafs’ notorious 2013 Game 7 collapse against the Bruins (24:30). Later, we close out the show with our daily Wake and Rake parlay (43:21)! 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.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Colby Armstrong stops by to discuss his experience working with Ailish in Nashville, the Leafs’ free agent additions, how Ryan Reaves will impact the locker room, and Kyle Dubas’ first off-season with the Penguins. Later, new Arizona Coyotes forward Alex Kerfoot checks in to chat about his time in Toronto and his decision to sign with Arizona (22:20). Ailish and Justin are also joined by Edmonton Oilers forward Connor Brown to discuss his rapport with Connor McDavid, their history as teammates in junior, his journey back from a torn ACL, and his unique contract structure for next season (35:48). 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 kick off the show with a special programming announcement. Then, they discuss Michael Grange’s reporting on dissent within the Raptors last season, the latest trade speculation surrounding Pascal Siakam, and the implications of Ilya Samsonov filing for arbitration. Afterwards, in honour of the Jays being rained out on Wednesday, Ailish and Justin indulge in a fun draft of the worst things to get delayed. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:23)!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, play-by-play voice Dan Shulman checks in from Chicago to discuss Alek Manoah’s impending return to the Blue Jays’ rotation, potential recourse if he falters again, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s clutch home run on Tuesday night, and Jordan Romano rebounding from Sunday’s outing. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad “Swag” Kelly to chat about the Argos’ 3-0 start, his emergence as a Grey Cup hero last season, how he’s adjusted to becoming the team’s full-time starter, and the best advice he’s received from his uncle Jim Kelly (23:55). Afterwards, Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay (40:19)! 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, Nick Kypreos - friend of the show - stops by to discuss William Nylander’s contract impasse, how Nylander’s situation affects Auston Matthews, Brad Treliving adding more “snot” to his lineup, Maxi Domi following in his dad’s footsteps by joining the Maple Leafs, and murmurs about potential culture issues inside the team’s locker room. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sarah Nurse, forward for the Canadian women’s hockey team, to chat about the PWHPA’s landmark CBA, the sale of the PHF and the formation of a new women’s pro hockey league, and her experience visiting Nashville last week for the NHL Draft (29:36). 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 Hump Day! Ailish and Justin discuss Joey Chestnut’s thrilling victory at the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, Alek Manoah’s scheduled return to the Big Leagues on Friday, the curious timing of his call up after just two minor-league starts, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s clutch homer on Tuesday night against the White Sox. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List. She and Justin also make their picks for this week’s John Deere Classic (38:46). 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.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Chuck Fletcher, former NHL GM, stopping by to discuss his experience covering the NHL Draft last week with Sportsnet, the Leafs’ big moves in free agency, and his interactions with Brad Treliving as an opposing GM. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Adam Hadwin to chat about his viral tackle at the RBC Canadian Open, Nick Taylor ending Canada’s 69-year drought, the slew of Canadians having success this year on the PGA Tour, and his recent runner-up finish at the Rocket Mortgage Classic (23:33). 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 affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet's Luke Fox stops by to discuss William Nylander’s contract impasse, how Nylander’s situation could impact Auston Matthews, Brad Treliving introducing a new buzzword, his desire to make additional changes on the blue line, and Ryan O’Reilly’s mercurial departure. Later, Blake Murphy joins Ailish and Justin in-studio to chat about the Blue Jays’ dismal weekend against the Red Sox, Alek Manoah’s encouraging results from his latest minor-league start, and the Raptors’ off-season changes (28:58). 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.