The FAN Pregame

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, checks in from St. Louis to discuss why she’s bullish about a big year for Bo Bichette, Alek Manoah struggling with PitchCom on Thursday, the Blue Jays showcasing their defensive improvements, the team’s plan for Yosver Zulueta this season, and John Schneider’s chances of emerging as a darkhorse Manager of the Year candidate. Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Brent assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (34:00)! 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.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Blair stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ season-opening win over the Cardinals, lingering concerns about the team’s bullpen, Alek Manoah struggling with PitchCom, George Springer’s outstanding Opening Day performance, the team’s improved baserunning, Daulton Varsho batting cleanup, and why Nate Pearson will be a major swing piece this season. Later, Ailish and Brent are joined by Nick Kypreos to chat about the Leafs’ goaltending situation, the team’s inconsistent approach on the power play, Ryan O’Reilly’s optimal lineup fit, and William Nylander’s recent slump (25:25). 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 Brent kick off the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ Opening Day win over the Cardinals, Adam Wainwright’s surprise performance of the American national anthem, Alek Manoah’s rough outing, George Springer’s 5-hit day, Bo Bichette’s defensive miscues at shortstop, and the team’s improved outfield defence. Afterwards, they chat about Ryan O’Reilly’s impending return, his most suitable lineup fit, and the Leafs’ current biggest rival in the NHL. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:29). 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 St. Louis to discuss the Blue Jays’ roster changes over the offseason, the different vibe around the team this spring, Don Mattingly’s influence, Nathan Lukes making the team over Otto Lopez, and Jose Berrios’ outlook for the season. Later, Ailish and Brent are joined by Edwin Encarnacion to discuss his experience being a guest instructor with the Blue Jays this spring, his favourite memories playing in Toronto, the origins of his iconic parrot celebration, his relationship with Jose Bautista, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s outlook for 2023, and why he’s bullish on the Jays’ chances to compete for a World Series (27:26). 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 Jon Morosi checking in from New York to chat about MLB Opening Day, expectations for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in 2023, Alek Manoah getting the ball for today's start, his emergence as an ace, Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive spring, the depth of the team’s pitching staff, and where the Jays fit in the American League pecking order. Then, Ailish and Brent take your calls to close out the hour (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 MLB Opening Day! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Brent discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 OT loss to the Panthers, Paul Maurice’s viral bench outburst, the Leafs’ ice cold power play, and Zach Aston-Reese’s recent offensive contributions. Afterwards, they dive into the Blue Jays’ season opener against the Cardinals and some over/unders for the 2023 season. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, including setting the over/under line for loonie dogs consumed at Rogers Centre this season (48:49). 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

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Aaron Rose, Raptors reporter for Sports Illustrated, stops by to discuss the synergy between Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam, O.G. Anunoby’s defensive prowess, Jeff Dowtin Jr. earning more minutes, and the increased parity around the NBA this season. Then, Ailish and Brent are joined by Dave “Tiger” Williams to chat about the 72nd annual Conn Smythe Sports Celebrities Dinner and Auction, Canadiens forward Michael Pezzetta copying his iconic “ride the stick” celebration, the importance of having players that can light a spark for their team, and why he believes grift is essential to winning in the playoffs (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.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Marek stops by to discuss Tampa’s recent spell of inconsistency, the Penguins’ confounding ceiling, and Jonathan Toews’ potential departure from Chicago after this season. Later, Ailish and Brent are joined by Blue Jays legend Jose Bautista to chat about his upcoming election into the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, bobblehead that will be provided to fans on August 12, the different cultures that exist in baseball, expectations for this year’s Blue Jays team, if he’d be open to coaching, and how the elimination of the shift will impact hitters (22:57). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning. They kick off the show by discussing the Raptors’ win over the Heat, Toronto reaching the .500 mark for the first time since December, and Scottie Barnes showcasing his playmaking with a career-high 12 assists. Afterwards, on the eve of MLB Opening Day, Ailish and Brent indulge in some MLB and Blue Jays “Most Likely To” superlatives. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (48:37)!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

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Eric Smith stops by to discuss celebrating his 1000th regular-season game as a Raptors broadcaster, his favourite memories from more than 20 years covering the team, Kyle Lowry’s maturation during his tenure with the Raptors, the importance of tonight’s matchup against Miami, why the Raptors have struggled to protect leads this season, Jeff Dowtin Jr.’s emergence, and contextualizing Scottie Barnes’ sophomore campaign. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (32:20)! Ailish and Brent take a peek at future bets for the National League. 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 Brent are joined by Tyler Dunne, founder of GoLongTD.com, to discuss Lamar Jackson’s trade request, if the relationship between Lamar and the Ravens is beyond repair, potential fits for Jackson outside of Baltimore, the ongoing Aaron Rodgers saga, and Sean McDermott’s comments about Josh Allen’s need to adjust his playing style. Later, Todd Frazier, former MLB third baseman and co-host of Foul Territory, stops by to chat about the upcoming MLB season, handicapping the AL East, the impact of the pitch clock, what Don Mattingly brings to the Jays’ coaching staff, why he enjoys seeing players display emotion after hitting a big home run, his vast collection of autographed cleats, and his admiration for Matt Chapman (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.

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They open the show by discussing Kyle Lowry’s latest return to Toronto, if the Raptors moved off Lowry at the right time, and Toronto athletes that either departed too early or too late. Then, Ailish and Brent weigh in on the Leafs clinching a playoff berth for the 7th consecutive season, Joseph Woll’s chances of becoming a full-time goalie for the Leafs next season, Auston Matthews’ recent surge, and Lamar Jackson’s trade request. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:26)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Blake Murphy stopping by to discuss Alek Manoah being named the Jays’ Opening Day starter, his confidence level in Yusei Kikuchi as the team’s fifth starter, Jose Berrios’ quest for a bounce back season, Nate Pearson failing to crack the team’s Opening Day roster, how the Blue Jays might manage their catcher rotation, Daulton Varsho’s outlook for his first year in Toronto, and the ongoing men’s and women’s NCAA Tournaments. Later, Ailish and Hailey are joined by Atiba Hutchinson, midfielder and captain of the Canadian men’s soccer team, to discuss the team’s upcoming CONCACAF Nations League match against Honduras at BMO Field on Tuesday, his role as a leader helping integrate young players into the team, and the importance of having synergy between Canada Soccer and the men’s and women’s national teams (27:46). 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 affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss The Rock’s involvement in the Senators’ ownership bid, the timeline for a possible sale, the NHL’s ongoing Pride Night issue, Connor McDavid’s chances of reaching 70 goals, Leon Draisaitl closing in on an NHL record for power play goals, Nikita Kucherov's quietly dominant season, and Auston Matthews beginning to regain his old form. Later, Ailish and Hailey present their winners and losers from the weekend (32:30)! 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 Monday! Ailish hosts alongside Hailey Salvian. They discuss their favourite sports moments from the weekend, Auston Matthews’ recent resurgence, Calle Jarnkrok’s fit on the Leafs’ top line, Joseph Woll’s impressive performance against the Predators on Sunday, Alex Kerfoot earning playing time in the top six, and John Tavares’ two-goal night. Afterwards, Ailish and Hailey weigh in on the Raptors sweeping their weekend slate and Fred VanVleet’s comments about the play-in tournament. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:15)!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, three-time Stanley Cup champion Justin Williams stops by to chat about how Carolina residents have rallied around the Hurricanes, Rod Brind’Amour’s success as head coach, the identity of this Leafs team, and what Ryan O’Reilly’s presence might mean come playoff time. Later, Ailish and Hailey are joined by Charles Davis of CBS to discuss a tough loss for his Tennessee Volunteers at March Madness, the latest twist in the ongoing Lamar Jackson saga, why the Aaron Rodgers situation has turned into a big game of chicken, and Bryce Young’s performance at his Pro Day on Thursday (26:16). 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 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Hailey are joined by Steven Ellis, Associate Editor for DailyFaceoff.com, to discuss the NCAA Frozen Four, Matthew Knies’ best fit with the Leafs, his chances of winning the Hobey Baker Award, the case for Matvei Michkov to be the No. 2 pick in the NHL Draft behind Connor Bedard, and the Leafs’ persistent line juggling. Afterwards, MLB.com’s Julia Kreuz stops by to chat about MLB’s special rollout for all 32 Opening Day starters, the merits of Kevin Gausman starting on Opening Day, and Yusei Kikuchi’s incredible spring (24:48). 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.

Ailish hosts alongside Hailey Salvian! They open the show by discussing the Maple Leafs’ 6-2 win over the Panthers on Thursday, Auston Matthews’ two-goal night, Matt Murray’s strong performance, Morgan Rielly getting the night off, the lingering challenge of trying to find a steady partner for Rielly, and Matthew Knies’ chances of being an immediate contributor. Then, the ladies weigh in on who should be the Blue Jays’ Opening Day starter. Afterwards, Ailish presents her 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, Bruce Boudreau, former NHL head coach and current NHL Network analyst, joins the show! He discusses his experience coaching Luke Schenn in Vancouver, the challenge of integrating new pieces following the trade deadline, why he’s confident the Leafs will hit their stride and find stability before the post-season, Matthew Knies’ chances of making an immediate impact in the NHL, and his personal desire to get another NHL coaching opportunity. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Sweet 16 slate and Leafs-Panthers matchup. Then, with the help of the text-line, they assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Katie Heindl stopping by to discuss the current state of Canadian basketball, the significance of seeing three Canadian players lead the Pacers to a win over the Raptors, Toronto’s propensity for inconsistency, and Fred VanVleet’s sentiment that the team could be a “tough out” come post-season time. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Clark Kellogg, former NBA forward and current CBS college basketball analyst, to chat about the NCAA Tournament, FDU’s historic upset win over Purdue, Zach Edey’s meteoric rise over the past three seasons, the most intriguing Sweet 16 matchups, and why Creighton - led by Canadian Ryan Nembhard - is a national championship darkhorse (25:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Connor McDavid reaching the 60-goal mark, the Raptors' loss to the Pacers, Andrew Nembhard’s standout performance in his homecoming game, Pascal Siakam getting off to a slow start, and Fred VanVleet’s comments about the team having a lack of energy. Then, they weigh in on McDavid’s remarks about the World Baseball Classic and the desire to have a best-on-best international event. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin sift through some of the results from the annual NHLPA Player Poll, including the lack of Leafs representation on the ballot. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (49:19)!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 Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, TheScore's Joe Casciaro stops by to discuss the Raptors starting to hit their stride, the importance of this upcoming four-game homestand, Fred VanVleet’s recent resurgence, Nick Nurse’s comments about the value of gaining playoff experience, the current state of Canadian hoops, and the NBA MVP race. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Claude Nembhard, former Executive Director of Ontario Basketball and father of Andrew and Ryan, to discuss Andrew’s first visit to Toronto with the Indiana Pacers, and Ryan’s run to the Sweet 16 with Creighton (23:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne stopping by to discuss the Leafs’ lack of urgency against a motivated Islanders team, Sheldon Keefe constantly throwing his lines into a blender, John Tavares’ latest return to Long Island, and who is the best fit to play alongside Tavares on the Leafs’ second line. Later, Jon Morosi - friend of the show - checks in from Miami to discuss Japan’s win over the United States in the WBC Final, the iconic Ohtani vs. Trout at-bat to end the game, what this championship means for Japanese baseball, and the strong buy-in from star players to participate in the WBC (26:31). 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 affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Japan’s victory over the United States in the WBC Final and Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout to secure the title. Then, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 7-2 loss to the Islanders, the adversarial reception for John Tavares on Long Island, Sheldon Keefe’s persistent line juggling, and Noel Acciari’s fight with Matt Martin. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:29)!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 Thomas Hickey, former NHL defenceman and current Islanders studio analyst, to discuss New York’s playoff push, Bo Horvat’s acclimation with his new team, his experience playing with John Tavares, how Tavares’ game has evolved over the years, and Ilya Sorokin’s Vezina-calibre season. Later, Sportsnet's Hayley McGoldrick stops by to chat about the women’s March Madness tournament, if any team can dethrone undefeated South Carolina, and some of the top players to watch for in the tournament (24:17). Afterwards, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (36:03)! 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 affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Sportsnet's Jason Bukala stopping by to discuss Matthew Knies’ progression this season at the University of Minnesota, the chances he can make an impact with the Leafs this spring, why Knies’ best fit might be on the top line alongside Auston Matthews, Toronto’s recent signing of former seventh-round pick Ryan Tverberg, and the potential utility of the Leafs’ 2023 first-round pick. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by play-by-play voice Dan Shulman to chat about March Madness, Kevin Harlan’s viral call of Furman’s upset win over Virginia, why Alek Manoah is likely to start Opening Day for the Blue Jays, the ongoing battle for the team’s final bullpen spot, and Joey Votto’s chances of being a Blue Jay in 2023 (24:47). 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 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Japan’s thrilling walk-off win over Mexico in the semi-finals of the World Baseball Classic and a star-studded championship matchup between Japan and the United States, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani versus Mike Trout. Later, they weigh in on the latest buzz surrounding Joey Votto and if he’d be a good fit for the Blue Jays. Then, Ailish and Justin resume our breakdown of Netflix’s Full Swing docuseries with a review of episodes 5 and 6. Afterwards, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (48:05)! 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet’s Michael Grange checks in to discuss Fred VanVleet’s recent resurgence, Pascal Siakam’s fluctuating usage rate, O.G. Anunoby elevating his defensive game, Scottie Barnes’ wrist injury, Precious Achiuwa’s playing time, and his recent piece on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (31:28)! 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 Auston Matthews playing through a hand injury this season, San Jose’s James Reimer declining to participate in pre-game warmups on Pride Night, the potential sale price of the Ottawa Senators, Marc-Andre Fleury trying to pick a fight with Jordan Binnington, and the QMJHL’s plan to ban fighting. Later, Ailish and Justin present their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (33:15)! 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.

Happy Monday! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss their favourite sports viewing experiences from the weekend, including the World Baseball Classic and March Madness. Then, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs sweeping their weekend back-to-back, Calle Jarnkrok’s fit alongside Auston Matthews on the top line, and Sheldon Keefe’s ongoing blue line shuffle. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on the Raptors’ loss to the Bucks on Sunday night, their weekend split, Scottie Barnes’ injury, and the importance of the team’s upcoming homestand (45:16). 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Canada's narrow exit from the World Baseball Classic, the bright future for the program, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s return to Blue Jays, and the early standouts and disappointments from Jays camp in Dunedin. Later on, it's time for the Wake and Rake! Ailish and Justin tee up today's slate of NCAA March Madness games, before compiling our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line (26:05). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin kick off St. Patrick's Day with a draft of the top "Patricks" across sports! Later on, three-time Stanley Cup Champion Mark Recchi chats about the Maple Leafs' upcoming matchup against the Hurricanes, Toronto's acquisition of Ryan O'Reilly, and the similarities between that move and his deadline acquisition in 2006 (13:33). Later on, Sports Illustrated's Aaron Rose comments on the Raptors' season-high sixth straight win at home, Canada’s next NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and referee Ben Taylor's first Raptors game since Fred VanVleet's post-game critiques (32:03). 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 affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin look back on the Raptors' win over the Thunder, Toronto's keys to victory, and Jakob Poeltl's poster dunk over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Later on, they look back on the first day of March Madness action, the crazy upsets and buzzer-beaters we have already been treated to, and if any of our brackets are still alive. The pair also weigh in on the QMJHL's plan to ban fighting next season and the broader impact of the ban. Ailish wraps up this hour with her daily edition of the A-List (48:23)! 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 affiliates.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Nicholson-Smith of At The Letters joins the show to discuss Canada’s showing at the World Baseball Classic, Otto Lopez’s impressive performance at the tournament, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returning from his knee injury, and some of the key standouts from Blue Jays camp. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (23:51)! Producer Daniele hops on to tee up Thursday’s slate of games. Then, Ailish and Justin preview tonight’s Raptors-Thunder matchup 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 Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne stopping by to discuss the Leafs’ loss to the Avalanche, last night's "Game 7 feel", why the Leafs are desperate to have Morgan Rielly at the top of his game, the ideal roles for Jake McCabe and Justin Holl, Auston Matthews addressing his hand injury, and Ilya Samsonov firmly cementing himself as the Leafs’ starting netminder. Later, it’s time for some Stratusfaction! Ailish and Justin are joined in-studio by Trish Stratus, WWE Hall of Famer and judge on Canada’s Got Talent, to discuss her storied wrestling career, being a trailblazer for today’s generation of female wrestlers, her upcoming in-ring return at WrestleMania 39, and the newest season of CGT (26:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Aaron Rodgers revealing his intention to play for the Jets in 2023 and his viral appearance on The Pat McAfee Show. Then, they chat about the Maple Leafs’ loss to the Avalanche, Sheldon Keefe’s ongoing lineup tinkering, Morgan Rielly’s encouraging performance, Calle Jarnkrok’s fit on the top line, who should play with John Tavares, Ilya Samsonov taking command of the Leafs’ net, and Auston Matthews opening up about the hand injury that has been plaguing him this season. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Canada’s loss to Mexico at the World Baseball Classic and Edwin Diaz’s freak injury. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:02)!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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, former NHLer Keith Yandle weighs in on the Maple Leafs' 11-and-7 lineup, Morgan Rielly’s fit on the power play, Mitch Marner’s place among the league’s very best, Matt Murray vs. Ilya Samsonov, the Bruins’ historic season, the Hurricanes losing Andrei Svechnikov, and what it’s like playing against Connor McDavid. Later on, it's time for the Wake and Rake (26:25)! Producer Daniele jumps aboard to look at some NCAA futures ahead of the March Madness tournament. Ailish and Justin wrap things up with their picks for the Valspar Championship this weekend, and create 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 Jeff Marek stopping by to discuss the NHL GM Meetings, the possibility of expanding video review, what Gary Bettman might discuss at his media availability on Wednesday, and the ongoing bidding process for the Ottawa Senators. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about the Raptors’ franchise-record first quarter on Tuesday night, Jakob Poeltl’s disruptive presence on the defensive end, Gary Trent Jr.’s struggles since moving to the bench, Pascal Siakam’s regression over the past few weeks, and his latest profile piece on Canadian tennis star Bianca Andreescu (22:40). 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.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ win over the Nuggets on Tuesday night, Fred VanVleet’s standout performance, and Pascal Siakam’s recent slump. Then, they weigh in on Canada’s win over Colombia at the World Baseball Classic, Otto Lopez’s big day at the plate, the Leafs looking to bounce back at home against the Colorado Avalanche, and Kyle Dubas’ comments from the GM Meetings in Florida. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (47:42)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Will Lou checks in to discuss the Raptors’ dismal road trip, the lack of chemistry between Gary Trent Jr. and Precious Achiuwa, Pascal Siakam’s recent slump, Fred VanVleet’s offensive regression, and why the Raptors will likely try to retain most of their impending free agents. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (29:41)! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Raptors-Nuggets 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.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ian Tulloch of The Athletic stops by to chat about the merits and drawbacks of deploying an 11-and-7 lineup, the Leafs’ lack of bottom six scoring, Luke Schenn’s role upon his return, Morgan Rielly’s up-and-down season, Jake McCabe’s seamless transition to Toronto, Rasmus Sandin’s success since departing Toronto, Mitch Marner’s Selke candidacy, and Sam Lafferty’s best lineup fit. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Ross Tucker to discuss the ongoing Lamar Jackson saga, the likelihood of Aaron Rodgers joining the New York Jets, the pressure on Jordan Love in Green Bay, Chicago’s slew of moves in recent days, and the 49ers’ fascinating quarterback situation (26:36). 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.

Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ailish talking about brining home her new puppy! Then, she and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 loss to the Sabres on Monday, Matt Murray’s performance since coming off LTIR, Sheldon Keefe’s use of 11-and-7, and John Tavares and Michael Bunting misplaying a 2-on-0. Later, they chime in on Canada’s mercy-rule loss to the United States at the WBC and some of the big signings around the NFL on Monday. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (49:55)!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, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox checks in to discuss Mitch Marner’s Selke candidacy, John Tavares’ slashing incident, Michael Bunting’s role as an agitator, Matt Murray’s chances of supplanting Ilya Samsonov before the end of the regular season, Sheldon Keefe continuing to dress 11 forwards and 7 defencemen, and the sports Oscar for best Leafs interviewee. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (28:46)! Ailish and Justin announce their latest show bet before constructing 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 Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stopping by to discuss Jakob Chychrun’s unique “ancestral” diet, the lack of drama in the Eastern Conference playoff race, the Philadelphia Flyers’ GM change, Daniel Briere’s chances of securing the full-time GM job, Mitch Marner’s Selke case, and lingering concerns about the Oilers’ supporting cast. Later, in the spirit of the Oscars, Ailish and Justin present their own "Toronto Sports Oscars", featuring a multitude of categories including Best Picture, Best Drama, and Best Actor (26:31). 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 affiliates.

Happy Monday! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Leafs’ 7-4 win over the Oilers on Saturday, Mitch Marner’s big night, the Leafs’ current goaltending situation, John Tavares receiving a $5,000 fine for slashing Edmonton’s Vincent Desharnais, and Evander Kane’s comments about Michael Bunting. Afterwards, they chime in on Canada’s 18-8 mercy-rule win over Great Britain at the World Baseball Classic and the Raptors closing out their road trip with a loss to the Lakers on Friday (49:14). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the 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 affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Nick Kypreos stops by to discuss the buzz surrounding a possible change in Philadelphia, John Tavares’ absence this week, where Michael Bunting should slide in the lineup tomorrow night against Edmonton, and Ilya Samsonov’s hold on the team’s starting goalie job. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:00)! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Raptors-Lakers matchup and the potential of WWE becoming a legalized betting property. 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 the return of Charles Davis! He joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Anthony Richardson’s impressive showing at last week’s NFL Combine, his meteoric rise up draft boards, the possibility of a divorce between Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, and some of the names to monitor in free agency. Later, Ailish catches up with former Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin to chat about his foray into coaching with Team Canada at the World Baseball Classic, Canada’s uniforms for the tournament, if he has aspirations of coaching at the MLB level, Jose Bautista’s addition to the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, and how MLB’s new rule changes for 2023 will impact catchers (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! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Fred VanVleet being fined for his comments from Wednesday, Marcus Smart throwing his support behind VanVleet, and if the NBA has an officiating problem. Then, with the Leafs hosting the Oilers on Saturday night, Ailish and Justin chat about the latest installment of McDavid vs. Matthews. They also pose the following question: is Connor McDavid currently the most dominant athlete in pro sports? Afterwards, we continue our review of Netflix’s Full Swing docuseries with a breakdown of episodes 3 and 4. Finally, Ailish closes out the hour with her daily edition of the A-List (44:54)!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 Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Mark Messier, Hockey Hall of Famer and current ESPN analyst, to discuss the Maple Leafs’ active trade deadline, Ryan O’Reilly’s intangibles on and off the ice, if Boston can maintain their current level of dominance, the Rangers loading up, Connor McDavid’s historic season, and the possibility of NHL expansion. Later, Sam McKee - friend of the show - stops by to tee up the betting lines for this weekend’s PGA Players Championship (27:07)! 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 Donnovan Bennett, host of Going Deep, stopping by to discuss Fred VanVleet’s explosive comments about Ben Taylor, the Raptors’ widespread reputation as a team that constantly complains about officiating, the emotions of watching Kawhi Leonard dominate his former team, the Raptors’ lack of offensive cohesion, and the potential of the WNBA expanding to Toronto. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling to chat about the significance of Jose Berrios’ participation in the World Baseball Classic, Alek Manoah’s ramp up to the 2023 season, the Jays’ cautious approach with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and if Nate Pearson or Hyun-Jin Ryu will have a bigger impact in 2023 (26:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.