The FAN Pregame

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to discuss the Bruins’ acquisition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway, if the Leafs should be in the market for another blue liner, Tampa’s situation heading into the trade deadline, the volatility of Matthew Knies’ current trade value, how Toronto currently stacks up against Tampa and Boston, and the Rangers’ renewed interest in Patrick Kane. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (28:51)! Ailish and Justin tee up the betting odds for tonight’s Leafs-Wild game, before assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line. 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 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with an interview featuring Mike Modano, Hockey Hall of Famer and current Minnesota Wild Executive Advisor. He discusses the Wild’s involvement in the Leafs’ Ryan O’Reilly deal, the team’s position ahead of next Friday’s trade deadline, his transition into a front office role, Matt Boldy’s emergence, and the lack of personality in hockey. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about Jakob Poeltl’s wide-ranging impact since being acquired from San Antonio, why Pascal Siakam benefits from Poeltl’s presence, Jeff Dowtin Jr. receiving some extended burn on Thursday night, and the Raptors’ ceiling for the remainder of the season (28:42). 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.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ win over the Pelicans, Chris Boucher’s epic dunk, Jakob Poeltl’s invaluable contributions on both ends of the floor, the unique synergy between Poeltl and Pascal Siakam, the Bruins’ acquisition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway from the Washington Capitals, and if the Leafs will respond with a trade of their own. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, including the debut of Friday Fill (40:38). 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Anthony Stewart to discuss Ryan O’Reilly’s acclimation to his new team, John Tavares’ move to the wing, Noel Acciari’s value to the bottom six, his level of concern about Toronto’s goaltending, and the Oilers’ biggest needs at the trade deadline. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:43)! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Raptors-Pelicans game and assemble 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ernie Johnson, longtime host of Inside the NBA, stopping by to discuss his experience covering All-Star Weekend in Utah, Mac McClung’s scintillating performance in the dunk contest, the Raptors’ outlook for the remainder of the regular season, Kyrie Irving’s fit alongside Luka Doncic, and LeBron James’ quest to elevate the Lakers back into playoff contention. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Dan Shulman to chat about MLB’s new rule changes, how the pitch clock will impact pace of play, the Blue Jays’ concerted effort to craft a more balanced lineup, Jose Berrios tinkering with his mechanics, and the current group of national title contenders in NCAA men’s basketball (27:16). 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.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Jake Muzzin being ruled out for the remainder of the 2022-23 season, what his absence means for the Leafs, the team’s current salary cap situation, and Elliotte Friedman’s latest reporting about who the Leafs may target ahead of next Friday’s trade deadline. Then, Ailish and Justin chat about the Raptors’ expectations coming out of the All-Star Break and the Canadian women’s hockey team defeating Team USA in Game 7 of their Rivalry Series. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:21)! 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 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent Gunning stops by to chat about Netflix’s Full Swing docuseries, his first impressions of Ryan O’Reilly, if the Leafs need to upgrade on the blue line, Matthew Knies’ chances of being a contributor for the Leafs this season, and Noel Acciari’s underrated skill set. Then, Ailish and Justin are joined by Toronto FC midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye to discuss his experience representing Canada at the World Cup back in November and TFC’s outlook for the MLS season (24:43). Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (38:42). 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek discussing Ryan O’Reilly’s big night against Buffalo, his future beyond this season, if Kyle Dubas will look to make another move before next Friday’s deadline, the Blues’ reported interest in Timo Meier, and Patrick Kane’s uncertain future ahead of the deadline. Later, it’s the return of What’s Up Wednesday (26:43)! Ailish and Justin dive through a series of topics, including the XFL’s quirky rule changes, the Blue Jays’ optimal batting order, and Anthony Edwards’ critique of load management. 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ dominant win in Buffalo, Ryan O’Reilly scoring a hat trick in his old barn, Mitch Marner’s elite playmaking prowess, the chemistry between O’Reilly, Marner and John Tavares, and Sheldon Keefe’s long-term plans for the second line. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin break down the first two episodes of Netflix’s new Full Swing docuseries. They share their thoughts on the editorial composition of each episode and the complex circumstances surrounding Brooks Koepka’s exit from the PGA Tour. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:55)!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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Andrew Peters, former NHL forward and co-host of the After the Whistle podcast, stops by to discuss the Sabres’ ascent this season, Ryan O’Reilly’s failed tenure in Buffalo, Tage Thompson’s emergence, the Sabres’ biggest areas of need ahead of the trade deadline, and the Leafs’ well-rounded roster. Later, Ailish and Justin round out their Raptors grades at the All-Star break, before assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line (26:28)! 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, Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, checks in from Dunedin to discuss the vibe down at spring training, Jose Berrios’ slew of mechanical adjustments, how MLB’s balk crackdown will impact Kevin Gausman, George Springer shifting to right field, John Schneider’s approach to his first camp, Don Mattingly’s individual work with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the future of the home run jacket. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Carl Gunnarsson, former NHL defenceman and 2019 Stanley Cup champion, to discuss his experience playing with Ryan O’Reilly in St. Louis, O’Reilly’s leadership prowess, the Blues’ regression since their storybook 2019 season, and the inherent legacy implications that come with playing in Toronto (25:00). 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.

Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ailish discussing her current car troubles and her interaction with a local automotive shop on Monday. Then, she and Justin share their thoughts on Ryan O’Reilly’s ideal fit, the Maple Leafs’ optimal lineup construction, and how Toronto stacks up line-for-line against Boston and Tampa. Afterwards, they present their Raptors report cards at the All-Star Break. Finally, we close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (45:44)!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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox checks in to discuss Ryan O’Reilly’s fit on this Leafs team, Kyle Dubas’ willingness to exhaust his draft assets, and if the Leafs need to make another move to upgrade their blue line. Later, Brian O’Reilly, father of Ryan, joins the show to chat about the surreal feeling of seeing his son wear the blue and white, his lifelong fandom of the Maple Leafs, his interactions with Ryan throughout the process, and the importance of camaraderie with championship-winning teams (22:54). Afterwards, Ailish and Justin close out the show with our daily edition of the Wake and Rake (38:28)! 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 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stopping by to discuss his experience covering Saturday’s NHL Stadium Series game in Carolina. He then focuses in on Ryan O’Reilly’s fit with the Maple Leafs, the hefty price tag paid by Kyle Dubas, the potential cost of extending O’Reilly, why this move could define Dubas’ tenure, the market for Patrick Kane, and Jonathan Toews’ health situation. Later, Ailish and Justin debut a new segment called Know Your Hamlet, before presenting their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (30:09). 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 Family Day! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs' acquisition of Ryan O’Reilly and Noel Acciari from the St. Louis Blues, Kyle Dubas’ decision to spend significant draft capital, if there are additional moves to follow, early impressions of O’Reilly and Acciari, what it might cost to extend O’Reilly long-term, and Patrick Kane’s hat trick against Toronto on Sunday night. Afterwards, they chime in on John Schneider’s comments about the Blue Jays’ home run jacket and if the team might adopt a new tradition in 2023. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:11). 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 affiliate

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Joshua Kloke, Maple Leafs and Canadian soccer writer for The Athletic, who stops by to chat discuss his recent profile piece on Matthew Knies, his chances of being a contributor for the Leafs this season, if the team should refrain from moving any of their top prospects at the trade deadline, and the various layers behind the ongoing labour dispute between Canada Soccer and the women’s national team. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (35:58)! Ailish and Justin tee up the betting odds for NBA All-Star Weekend. Then, with the help of the text-line, they assemble 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 by Brian Anderson, play-by-play announcer for the NBA on TNT, to chat about NBA All-Star Weekend in Utah, his experience calling LeBron James’ record-breaking basket for the NBA’s all-time scoring record, Pascal Siakam being added to the All-Star Game as an injury replacement, and how the NBA can spice up the dunk contest. Later, Toronto Argonauts defensive lineman Folarin Orimolade stops by to chat about his decision to sign in Toronto and his experience being classmates with Ailish at Dartmouth University (31:16). 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.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Canada’s 2-nil loss to the United States at the SheBelieves Cup, both teams gathering at midfield prior to kickoff in a sign of solidarity, and Tiger Woods’ enthralling performance in the opening round of the Genesis Invitational. Later, Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to chat about his new book, Down and Back, his history with alcoholism, celebrating four years of sobriety, the support he’s received from the hockey community, and the unique relationship between Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe (35:09). 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi checks in from Dunedin - the site of Blue Jays Spring Training - to discuss the biggest X-factors for the Jays heading into the 2023 season, what a healthy George Springer can provide this year, John Schneider entering his first full year as the team’s skipper, and the new rule changes coming to MLB in 2023. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (26:00)! Ailish and Justin preview some of the betting odds for this weekend’s Genesis Invitational. Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stopping by to discuss his experience attending Super Bowl LVII, if the Leafs and Blackhawks are compatible trade partners, how Patrick Kane’s hip injury is impacting his trade value, the latest buzz surrounding Jakob Chychrun, and which teams are currently in the mix for Timo Meier. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Canadian PGA Tour golfer Nick Taylor to discuss his second-place finish at the Waste Management Open, the unique atmosphere in the gallery during the tournament, his start to the 2023 season, and the launch of Netflix’s Full Swing docuseries (26:14). 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! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ dominant 5-2 win over the Blackhawks on Wednesday, Conor Timmins’ staying power on the blue line, and Patrick Kane’s audition for Leafs Nation. Then, in the spirit of trade season, Ailish and Justin present some mock trade proposals centered around the Blackhawks’ top trade chips. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Katie Heindl, NBA writer for Dime, SLAM Magazine, and Yahoo Sports, to discuss Jakob Poeltl’s big night against the Magic, the Raptors’ ceiling with Poeltl in the fold, Scottie Barnes’ progression this season, and her recent one-on-one interview with Vince Carter. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the launch of Full Swing, Netflix’s new PGA Tour docuseries, and Tiger Woods’ season debut this weekend at the Genesis Invitational. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:40)! With the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek stopping by to discuss the trade market for Erik Karlsson, the Maple Leafs’ interest in Timo Meier, Kyle Dubas’ tendency to jump the market, Toronto’s recent ability to attract and retain hometown talent, and Patrick Kane’s conflicted feelings about possibly departing the Blackhawks. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by former Maple Leafs captain Mats Sundin to discuss the special alumni game that took place last weekend in Sweden in honour of Borje Salming, what Borje meant to him, William Nylander’s standout season, missing out on an opportunity to bring a Stanley Cup to Toronto, and his advice to veteran players that could be changing teams at the trade deadline (22:06). 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.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Jakob Poeltl’s massive performance on Tuesday night against Orlando, Fred VanVleet’s utilization in a more traditional point guard role, Justin Holl being scratched for Conor Timmins, Auston Matthews’ impending return to the lineup, and Patrick Kane’s potential fit as a Maple Leaf. Afterwards, they chat about the ongoing labour dispute between Canada Soccer and the women’s national team. Later, Ailish presents a mini edition of the A-List (49:39). 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

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Bomani Jones, host of The Right Time podcast and Game Theory on HBO, to discuss Jalen Hurts quieting his skeptics with a strong showing in the Super Bowl, Patrick Mahomes’ chances of chasing down Tom Brady’s resume, the Brooklyn Nets’ failed Kyrie-KD-Harden experiment, Durant’s fit in Phoenix, and his recent contentious interview with Jake Paul. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (24:45)! Ailish and Justin take a peek at early futures for Super Bowl 58 and assemble 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, Nick Kypreos stops by to discuss Sheldon Keefe calling out his team’s effort level after Saturday’s loss to Columbus, the Leafs' current cap flexibility ahead of the trade deadline, the expensive price tag for some of the NHL’s top trade chips, Joseph Woll’s outlook, and Michael Bunting’s animated interactions with officials. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O’Neill to chat about what it means to represent Canada at the World Baseball Classic, Freddie Freeman’s unique path to playing for Canada, the team’s improved nucleus, and his experience playing with Albert Pujols during his final year in St. Louis (25:39). 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 affiliates.

Happy Valentine’s Day! In the spirit of this special occasion, Ailish and Justin indulge in some Leafs-themed Valentine’s poetry. Then, they share their thoughts on Jakob Poeltl’s first two games with the Raptors and Bo Bichette’s criticism of the arbitration process. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:20)! 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 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Ross Tucker to discuss the Chiefs’ key second-half adjustments on Sunday, Kansas City imposing their will at the line of scrimmage, what a second Super Bowl means for Patrick Mahomes, and Jalen Hurts’ maturation. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (26:32)! Ailish reveals the results from our inaugural Super Bowl prop sheet. Then, with the help of the text-line, we assemble 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Charles Davis checking in from Arizona to share his thoughts on the Chiefs’ victory over the Eagles, Rihanna’s much-anticipated halftime show performance, why Patrick Mahomes might already be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, the uproar over James Bradberry’s penalty, and Jalen Hurts establishing himself as an elite NFL quarterback. Later, Ailish and Justin present their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (30:09). 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 affiliate

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss their Super Bowl viewing experience, the Chiefs winning their second Super Bowl title in the last four seasons, Patrick Mahomes leading KC to a second-half comeback while playing on an injured ankle, the controversial holding call against James Bradberry, Jalen Hurts’ impressive showing, and Rihanna’s halftime show performance. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs splitting their weekend back-to-back against the Columbus Blue Jackets and the team’s concerning effort level on Saturday night. We close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (48:24).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

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Will Lou to discuss the fallout from the Raptors’ lack of activity at the trade deadline, if this front office has a tendency to overvalue their own assets, Masai Ujiri’s long-term vision, Nick Nurse’s heavy reliance on his starters, and how the addition of Jakob Poeltl affects the team’s starting unit. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:49)! We present our annual Super Bowl prop bet bonanza, with appearances by Simon Bennett, Jesse Rubinoff, David Amber, Caroline Cameron, and JD Bunkis. Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Charles Davis checking in from Arizona to discuss Super Bowl LVII, why Patrick Mahomes has the most at stake this weekend, Jalen Hurts’ underdog status, the significance of having two black quarterbacks starting in the Super Bowl, and the main X-factors for Sunday’s game. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the New York Rangers’ acquisition of Vladimir Tarasenko and Kyle Dubas’ comments about the upcoming NHL trade deadline (29:51). 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ decision to stand pat ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline, Masai Ujiri’s murky vision for this team, and his interesting comments about Nick Nurse’s limited bench usage. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:57)!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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Aaron Rose, Raptors reporter for Sports Illustrated, stops by in-studio to discuss the Raptors’ affinity for Jakob Poeltl, why the team might be buyers instead of sellers, O.G. Anunoby’s trade value, and if the Raptors’ front office has become gun shy. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake! Ailish and Justin are joined in-studio by our pal Cabbie to preview Super Bowl LVII and participate in our Super Bowl Sunday food draft (26:12). Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble 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 affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Blake Murphy stopping by to chat about the Raptors’ acquisition of Jakob Poeltl from San Antonio, Toronto’s desire to keep Poeltl long-term, potential suitors for O.G. Anunoby, other moves that the team might consider, and Phoenix’s addition of Kevin Durant. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Matt Cassel, former NFL quarterback and current NESN analyst, to discuss Super Bowl LVII, the Eagles’ unique roster construction, the health of Patrick Mahomes’ ankle, and the coaching matchup between Andy Reid and Nick Sirianni (25:02). 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Kevin Durant being dealt to the Phoenix Suns in a blockbuster trade, what the KD deal could mean for O.G. Anunoby’s value, the Raptors’ acquisition of Jakob Poeltl, and the potential merits of moving Anunoby ahead of today’s 3 pm deadline. Afterwards, they weigh in on which Super Bowl quarterback - Jalen Hurts or Patrick Mahomes - has more to gain from this weekend’s matchup. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:07)! 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, Michael Grange stops by to chat about his experience on the Raptors' lengthy road trip, the vibes around the team ahead of the trade deadline, who might be on Toronto's trade block, and what expectations the front office has for the future of the team. Later, it's time for the Wake and Rake (27:07)! Ailish and Justin unveil their Super Bowl prop bet sheet ahead of Sunday's big game and, with the help of the text-line, assemble 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 affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek stopping by to chat about his recent interview with Leon Draisaitl at NHL All-Star Weekend, Marty Walsh’s reported appointment as the new head of the NHLPA, John Tortorella’s letter to Flyers season ticket holders, and the Sabres’ contract extension with Dylan Cozens. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi to discuss the Blue Jays’ new deal with Bo Bichette, the merits of buying out Bichette’s remaining arbitration years, and if there’s any urgency to secure a long-term deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (23:28). 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays agreeing to a multi-year extension with Bo Bichette, LeBron James surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the NBA’s all-time scoring record, and if we’re living in the greatest sports-watching era of all-time. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:15)! 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, Alex Wong stops by to chat about his new book, Prehistoric, O.G. Anunoby’s reported desire for a fresh start, the merits of a potential teardown, and what assets the Raptors could be looking to acquire if they trade Anunoby, Fred VanVleet, or Gary Trent Jr. Then, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sarah Nurse, member of the Canadian women’s hockey team, to discuss her viral goal on Igor Shesterkin at All-Star Weekend, her overall impressions of the event, and this weekend’s PWHPA Showcase (25:23). Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (36:15)! 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Sam McKee stopping by to chat about the NHL All-Star Game coming to Toronto in 2024, potential changes to the All-Star format, expectations for the trade deadline, why the Leafs might need to shop for another netminder, and Kyle Dubas’ job security. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly to discuss the NHL awarding next year’s All-Star Game to Toronto, his assessment of this year’s festivities in Florida, the overall financial health of the league, and Gary Bettman celebrating his 30th anniversary as commissioner (24:25). Ailish and Justin close out the hour by sharing their thoughts on Bill Belichick’s guest appearance on Tom Brady’s podcast. 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest trade speculation surrounding the Toronto Raptors, Fred VanVleet’s near-inclusion in a three-team trade with Brooklyn, and the current market for Pascal Siakam. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin fire up the trade machine and present their mock trade proposals for VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., and O.G. Anunoby. Later, we close out the hour with the A-List (45:22)!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, Ross Tucker checks in from Arizona - the site of Super Bowl LVII - to discuss the NFL’s new Pro Bowl format, the league’s current salary cap conundrum, question marks surrounding the health of the Chiefs’ receiving core, potential X-factors for this Sunday’s game, and his go-to Super Bowl snack. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Mitch Lawrence, host for SiriusXM NBA Radio, to chat about the Mavericks’ big gamble on Kyrie Irving, the potential ramifications for the Nets, LeBron James closing in on the all-time NBA scoring record, and why this year’s deadline could be particularly active (20:44). Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (35:50)! 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stopping by to discuss his experience covering All-Star Weekend in Florida, Mitch Marner’s intent with his Miami Vice-themed gimmick, NHL players advocating for a new playoff format, the decline in U.S. TV viewership, and Bo Horvat’s contract extension with the Islanders. Later, Ailish and Justin run through their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (25:14)! 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on NHL All-Star Weekend, the dullness of the skills competition, and what changes the NHL should make for the 2024 All-Star Game in Toronto. Afterwards, they discuss the Dallas Mavericks’ acquisition of Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets, his fit alongside Luka Doncic, and how this deal might inform the Raptors’ potential return for their marquee trade assets. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:18)! 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, ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski checks in from Florida to discuss NHL All-Star Weekend, the new events in this year’s skills competition, the evolving relationship between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin, and the NHL’s current lack of meaningful rivalries. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (29:00)! Justin and Brent tee up the betting odds for tonight’s NHL All-Star Skills competition and debate which pro sports league has the best All-Star Weekend. Then, with the help of the text-line, they assemble 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.

Hour 2 of The Morning Show kicks off with Charles Davis stopping by to discuss Tom Brady’s retirement earlier this week, his lasting impact on the quarterback position, the notion that the Eagles aren’t battle-tested, how playing close games could benefit the Chiefs, and the hiring of DeMeco Ryans in Houston and Sean Payton in Denver. Later, Justin and Brent weigh in on the latest speculation surrounding O.G. Anunoby before being joined by William Lou to chat about potential trade packages for Anunoby and the idea of building around Scottie Barnes (28:47). 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

Justin hosts alongside Brent Gunning! In Hour 1, the guys discuss Pascal Siakam’s omission from the NBA All-Star roster, where the Maple Leafs sit at the All-Star Break, and their top targets for the Leafs’ trade wishlist. Later, Justin and Brent chat about the decline of NHL TV ratings in the United States and how the league can help enhance interest (41:38). 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Joseph Casciaro, NBA writer for theScore and co-host of the Pound The Rock podcast, to discuss the Raptors’ lack of late-game execution, who deserves the most culpability for the team’s struggles this year, Nick Nurse’s reaction to O.G. Anunoby being held out for the remainder of this current road trip, and which pieces are most likely to move ahead of next Thursday’s trade deadline. Afterwards, Michael Lombardi, former NFL GM and co-host of the The GM Shuffle podcast, stops by to chat about Tom Brady’s retirement, his experience working with Brady in New England, the challenges Brady faced this year in Tampa, and the recent coaching changes around the NFL (20:50). Finally, Ailish and Justin close out the show with our daily edition of the Wake and Rake (34:47)! 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 affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Nick Kypreos stops by to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s shaky performance against the Bruins, if the Leafs have any positional advantages over Boston, the genius of Brad Marchand, and Michael Bunting’s on-ice antics. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined in-studio by Marie Philip-Poulin to discuss the launch of Turo SK8 - the mini Zamboni - and draft their all-time Canadian starting lineup (25:10)! 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.