The FAN Pregame

We are back from the holiday break, with Justin Cuthbert and Hailey Salvian! They kick off the show by getting to know Hailey a little better before going over who won the Matthew Tkachuk trade and whether the Flames are better this year? They then recap the Leaf's-Blues game and the play of William Nylander. Has he been the best Leaf this season? And what is your major concern with the team going forward? Kaitlyn McGrath from the Athletic then joins the crew (31:51) to go over the Daulton Varsho trade how should Blue Jays fans feel? And what should they expect out of Varsho this 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 affiliates.

Chris Cuthbert, play-by-play announcer for the NHL on Sportsnet, joins the show (0:47) to discuss what it’s like being Justin’s dad, his assessment of the Leafs’ season thus far, how Matthew Knies factors into the Leafs’ plans (both this season and beyond), getting injured during the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs, his personal sports broadcasting bucket list, and his favourite holiday traditions. Producers Daniele and Josh jump on for our weekly edition of Pick a Side (26:38)! Then, Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Raptors-Cavaliers game and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (37:43)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins the show to discuss Zach Wilson getting benched during Thursday night’s game, Gardner Minshew stepping in for an injured Jalen Hurts this weekend, the Patriots’ viral gaffe against Las Vegas, the Giants rediscovering their swagger amid a tight playoff race, and the best gift the NFL received in 2022. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into some holiday-themed festivities! In honour of Festivus, Ailish and Justin air one grievance for each Toronto sports team (30:49). Then, they indulge in a game of Best of/Worst of - holiday edition!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

It’s our final show before Christmas! Justin discusses his experience attending yesterday’s Leafs-Flyers game and his assessment of Ailish’s performance as in-stadium host. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chime in on the Leafs’ 4-3 win over Philly, Ilya Samsonov’s inconsistency over the past two games, and early returns on the team’s five-forward power play alignment. Later, it’s the final day of the Holid-A List! Ailish and Justin exchange their Christmas gifts live on air (33:47).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

Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins the show to chat about Michael Bunting’s improved offensive skill set, his future beyond this season, Sheldon Keefe “jamming it” to his critics, and what he would gift the Maple Leafs for Christmas. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:21)! Ailish and Justin tee up today’s Leafs-Flyers matinee showdown and the intriguing Jaguars-Jets matchup on TNF. 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 affiliate.

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss John Tortorella’s decision to bench Tony DeAngelo and Kevin Hayes, if the Flyers have any buyer’s remorse, the Leafs’ chances of landing Bo Horvat, and Josh Morrissey’s Norris-calibre start to the season. Afterwards, Blake Murphy, co-host of The FAN Drive Time, chimes in on Pascal Siakam’s historic 52-point night at MSG, the Raptors’ veteran leaders stepping up on Wednesday, O.G. Anunoby’s future, Malachi Flynn receiving more playing time, and Nick Nurse’s level of culpability for the Raptors’ struggles this season (26:57). 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.

Justin and Ailish discuss Pascal Siakam’s historic 52-point performance against the Knicks on Wednesday night, the Raptors snapping their six-game losing skid, Scottie Barnes’ quiet night, and O.G. Anunoby’s defensive prowess. Then, Ailish and Justin chat about the Maple Leafs’ turnaround since their last meeting against the Flyers and Lionel Messi reaching an agreement to remain with Paris Saint-Germain. Later, it’s Day 4 of the Holid-A List! Today, Ailish and Justin select gifts for the Maple Leafs (44:19). 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

Howard Beck, senior NBA scribe for Sports Illustrated and co-host of "The Crossover" podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss how the Raptors’ early-season struggles are being perceived around the NBA, Toronto’s flawed roster construction, and Fred VanVleet’s trade value. Later, Steven Psihogios, betting analyst for North Star Bets, stops by to participate in the Wake and Rake (25:08)! He weighs in on the current betting landscape of the NHL Awards market and the NFL MVP race, before Ailish and Justin conclude 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 affiliates.

Jeff Marek - friend of the show - joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Maple Leafs’ defensive performance against Tampa on Tuesday, Michael Bunting’s gritty skill set, if Dan Kelly will face any discipline from the NHL, Auston Matthews’ special Christmas-themed skates, the potential of star players signing skate deals, and Cale Makar currying favour with NHL officials. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on the Masters’ decision to allow LIV players to participate in the 2023 iteration of the tournament. Later, Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and prospects writer for The Athletic, checks in to chat about the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championship, expectations for Connor Bedard at the tournament, Adam Fantilli’s skill set, and the current level of parity in international hockey (28:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ailish and Justin kick off the show by opening up a special Christmas package that was delivered to our studio. Then, they share their thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ 4-1 win over the Lightning, Toronto’s defensive masterclass, and Michael Bunting’s incident with linesman Dan Kelly. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Zach Lowe’s comments about O.G. Anunoby’s trade value and the chances we see a seismic move in the coming months. Later, it’s Day 3 of the Holid-A List. Today, Ailish and Justin select gifts for the Raptors (46:48).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 affiliate

Dave Andreychuk, former NHL forward and current Lightning analyst for Bally Sports, joins the show to discuss Tampa’s current five-game winning streak, if there’s a different aura surrounding this year’s Maple Leafs team, Alex Ovechkin’s goal chase, and the current competitive landscape in the Atlantic Division. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:13)! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Maple Leafs-Lightning matchup. 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.

Brent Gunning, co-host of Leafs Nation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Maple Leafs’ failed Denis Malgin experiment, Sheldon Keefe experimenting with a five-forward alignment on the power play, and David Kampf’s importance to the bottom six. Later, Katie Heindl, writer for Dime, SLAM Magazine and Yahoo Sports Canada, stops by to chat about the Raptors’ performance against Philly on Monday, why talks of a rebuild might be premature, Masai Ujiri’s history of not making any panic moves, and Scottie Barnes’ season thus far (26:47). 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.

Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ OT loss to the 76ers on Monday, the team’s inability to close out games, Pascal Siakam’s standout performance against Philly, and the organization’s biggest personnel deficiencies. Then, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ acquisition of Dryden Hunt and Ross Atkins’ comments from his media availability on Monday. Later, it’s Day 2 of the Holid-A List. Today, Ailish and Justin select gifts for the Blue Jays (43:51). 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 affiliate

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the "Ross Tucker Football Podcast", joins the show to discuss Josh Allen’s standout performance against the Dolphins on Saturday, Minnesota’s historic 33-point comeback, Chandler Jones’ dramatic walk-off touchdown against the Patriots, and Trevor Lawrence’s continued development. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (25:37)! They tee up tonight’s Raptors-76ers matchup and Rams-Packers game. Then, with the help of our daily “Anchor” pick, Ailish and Justin assemble their 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.

David Amber, studio host for the NHL on Sportsnet, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss hockey fans being deprived of best-on-best international competition, Alex Ovechkin’s chances of reaching 1,000 goals, the NHL potentially adopting an 84-game regular season schedule, and the Oilers’ inconsistency this season. Later, Sportsnet soccer scribe Peter Galindo stops by to chat about Lionel Messi’s place among the greatest players of all-time, the pageantry and drama leading up to Messi’s triumphant championship moment, and Kylian Mbappe’s impressive World Cup resume (27:53). 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.

Ailish and Justin discuss Sunday’s enthralling World Cup Final, Lionel Messi cementing his legacy with a World Cup title, and Kylian Mbappe serving as the perfect foil to Messi. Afterwards, they chat about the Raptors’ five-game losing streak and if the team is approaching tanking territory. Later, Ailish and Justin debut the Holid-A List. Every day this week, they will hand out Christmas gifts to teams across pro sports. First up: the NFL (44:29)!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

Vivek Jacob, Raptors.com reporter and soccer writer for CBC Sports, joins the show to discuss the Raptors’ lack of perimeter shooting, Fred VanVleet’s future in Toronto, and this Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and France. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (27:44). They are joined by Producers Daniele and Josh for our weekly edition of Pick a Side. Afterwards, with the help of the text-line, we 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.

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis shares his analysis of Ailish’s table-jumping video from last weekend. Afterwards, he weighs in on Brock Purdy’s success in San Francisco, Jared Goff’s recent hot stretch, how weather might impact Saturday’s Bills-Dolphins matchup, and the Patriots’ ongoing play-calling quandary. Later, Nick Kypreos stops by to chat about Timothy Liljegren’s injury on the blue line, Ryan O’Reilly’s potential fit with the Maple Leafs, Connor Timmins’ play since joining the lineup, and Alexander Ovechkin’s goal chase (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.

Ailish and Justin open the show by chatting about their upcoming photoshoot and Michael Bunting’s viral cover shoot with Glory Magazine. Then, they weigh on the Maple Leafs’ 3-1 loss to the Rangers, the end of Mitch Marner’s 23-game point streak, Sheldon Keefe deploying a line of Matthews-Tavares-Marner late in the game, and the Maple Leafs’ reported interest in Ryan O’Reilly. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their takeaways from Kevin Kiermaier’s introductory press conference and his role on this Blue Jays team. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:04)! 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

Jackie Redmond, NHL Network host and NHL on TNT rinkside reporter, discusses why she’s buying into this current iteration of the Maple Leafs, lingering concerns about the bottom six, the Leafs’ team MVP so far this season, Alex Ovechkin’s chances of reaching 1,000 goals, and the ideal landing spots for some of the NHL’s prime trade candidates. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (28:05)! They preview tonight’s Leafs-Rangers matchup and the 49ers-Seahawks game. 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.

Sportsnet’s Michael Grange stops by to discuss Fred VanVleet and Scottie Barnes finding their rhythm on Wednesday night, the team’s ongoing shooting struggles, how O.G. Anunoby’s absence has impacted Toronto’s defence, and looming questions regarding the team’s long-term future. Later, Martin Tyler, World Cup play-by-play voice for SBS and Sky Sports, joins Ailish and Justin from Qatar to discuss Lionel Messi looking to capture his first World Cup title, his chances of winning the Golden Ball, Didier Deschamps’ influence on France’s success, and Morocco’s remarkable run at this World Cup (27:09). 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.

Ailish opens the show by discussing her experience attending last night’s Raptors-Kings game and the adventure to get her snow tires fitted. Then, she and Justin weigh in on the Raptors’ continued shooting woes, their low-volume three-point output, the team’s personnel flaws, and how these next 12 games might shape the front office’s decision-making. They also share their thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ matchup against the Rangers and France advancing to the World Cup Final where they will meet Argentina. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a story about Bill Belichick’s apparent fascination with Pamela Anderson (47:23). 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

Raptors radio play-by-play announcer Eric Smith joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the team’s recent struggles, their current shooting slump, the team’s long-term direction, and Scottie Barnes’ underwhelming season thus far. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (27:15). They preview today’s Raptors-Kings matchup and the France-Morocco showdown at the World Cup. 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.

Jeff Marek, host of "The Jeff Marek Show" and co-host of "32 Thoughts: The Podcast", joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the current state of women’s hockey, Alex Ovechkin hitting the 800-goal mark, the NHL’s projected salary cap increase for next season, and Ryan Reynolds’ interest in purchasing the Ottawa Senators. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Producer Daniele for another edition of What’s Up Wednesday (28:40)! 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.

Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ 7-0 blowout win over the Ducks on Tuesday night, Ilya Samsonov recording his second straight shutout, and Michael Bunting reclaiming his spot on the Leafs’ top line. Then, they weigh in on Alex Ovechkin reaching the 800-goal plateau and if he’s already established himself as the best goal-scorer of all-time. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on Ross Stripling signing with the Giants and his time with the Blue Jays. We close out the hour with Ailish's daily edition of the A-List (47:32)! 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 affiliate

Ben Nicholson-Smith, Sportsnet MLB Editor and co-host of the "At the Letters" podcast, joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays’ acquisition of Chris Bassitt, where Bassitt fits in their rotation, the current market for Toronto’s catchers, Kevin Kiermaier’s role on this team, and what comes next for the Jays this off-season. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (24:06). They tee up tonight’s Leafs-Ducks 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.

Sportsnet’s Luke Fox joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Maple Leafs’ turnaround since their latest matchup against the Ducks, William Nylander’s ascent, his contract status beyond this season, Joey Anderson’s insertion into the lineup, and Kyle Dubas’ leverage in extension talks with the Leafs. Afterwards, Peter Drury, World Cup play-by-play announcer and Premier League voice for NBC, checks in from Qatar to chat about Canada’s performance at the World Cup, John Herdman’s future with the program, Lionel Messi’s pursuit of a World Cup title, Morocco’s remarkable run to the semi-finals, and his iconic commentary style (24:42). 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.

Ailish and Justin discuss their experience attending Will Lou and Alex Wong’s live event with special guest Chris Boucher, the Blue Jays landing Chris Bassitt in free agency, Toronto’s lack of swing-and-miss in the bullpen, the Leafs’ drastic turnaround since their last matchup against Anaheim, and if Kyle Dubas has earned a contract extension. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (47:07)! 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

Former offensive lineman Ross Tucker joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to recap everything from Week 14 in the NFL including: a dominant win from the Buffalo Bills, the resurgence of the Detroit Lions, the confusing Dallas Cowboys, and the suddenly mediocre Seattle Seahawks. Later, Ross outlines who he sees making up the playoff picture in both the AFC and NFC this season. Then, it's time for the Wake and Rake (22:45)! Ailish and Justin make their picks for tonight's Monday Night Football contest 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.

Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert live from the NHL's Board of Governors meeting in Florida to sort through what's on the docket today and outline what potential rule changes could we see for next year. He also comments on what Calgary Flames Head Coach Darryl Sutter said about the officiating in Toronto, which teams he sees as buyers and sellers as we approach the mid-way point of the season, and who will lead Gary Bettman's toast today. The crew then recaps this weekend's Winners and Losers including Ailish's battle with a folding table. Finally, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins the show to talk about the Blue Jays' signing of Kevin Kiermaier, how he can impact this current roster in Toronto, and why this could be the "move before the move" (25:37). 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 affiliates.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the week by recapping her trip to Orchard Park to see Bills-Jets yesterday, and shares whether or not she was able to conquer the table. The crew then looks back on the Leafs' come-from-behind win over the Calgary Flames and focus in on the play of Mitch Marner and William Nylander. Finally, Ailish and Justin discuss the struggling Raptors who dropped a pair of games vs. Orlando this weekend, what's next for this team, and why they haven't been able to connect young and old this year. Ailish closes out the hour with her daily edition of the A-List (44:39). 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.

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins the show to discuss how he got the scoop on Aaron Judge re-signing with the Yankees, the Blue Jays’ underwhelming offseason thus far, why Toronto could be a natural trade partner for Bryan Reynolds, the team’s inability to attract free agents this winter, and the challenges that Toronto faces to keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette long-term. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (28:00)! Producers Daniele and Josh jump on to participate in our weekly edition of “Pick a Side.” 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.

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Baker Mayfield leading the Rams to a comeback win on Thursday night, the Bills’ matchup against the Jets, and Russell Wilson’s disappointing first year in Denver. Later, Brent Gunning, co-host of "Leafs Nation", stops by to chat about Pierre Engvall’s game misconduct penalty, Mitch Marner’s historic point streak, William Nylander’s consistency this season, the possibility of Sheldon Keefe rolling with 11 forwards and 7 defencemen, and the Maple Leafs’ stable goaltending tandem (27:43). 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.

Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ 5-0 shutout win over the Kings, Pierre Engvall’s game misconduct penalty on Sean Durzi, Justin Bieber making an appearance at Scotiabank Arena, and Nick Robertson’s shoulder injury. Afterwards, with Ailish heading to the Bills-Jets game on Sunday, she weighs the possibility of jumping through a table. Then, Ailish and Justin chime in on the Blue Jays missing out on Brandon Nimmo (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

Fred McGriff, a.k.a. The “Crime Dog,” joins the show to discuss being elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, his experience playing in Toronto, and his impressions of this current iteration of the Blue Jays. Then, Ailish and Justin react to breaking news that Brittney Griner has been released by Russia in a one-for-one prisoner swap with the United States (19:40). Later, Marie-Philip Poulin, captain of the Canadian women’s hockey team, stops by to chat about being named the recipient of the 2022 Northern Star Award, the current state of the PWHPA, and her work with the Montreal Canadiens (22:12). Finally, Ailish and Justin close out the show with our daily Wake and Rake parlay (39:58)! 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.

Nick Kypreos, co-host of "Kyper and Bourne", joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Matt Murray’s emergence this season, the success of the Liljegren-Sandin pairing, Toronto’s improved defensive structure, and Auston Matthews beginning to rediscover his goal-scoring touch. Afterwards, Steph Labbe, former Team Canada goalkeeper and current GM of the Vancouver Whitecaps, stops by to chat about the creation of a new domestic pro women’s soccer league, the Whitecaps being one of the inaugural teams committed to the league, and how this new venture will contribute to the long-term growth of Canadian soccer (29:09). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish and Justin discuss Tage Thompson’s special 5-goal performance on Wednesday night, Marie-Philip Poulin being named this year’s Northern Star Award winner, the Raptors’ dominant win over a shorthanded Lakers team, Fred VanVleet being questioned about unfollowing some of his teammates on Instagram, and how Aaron Judge’s new contract might impact the Blue Jays’ negotiations with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (44:43)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Jeff Blair, co-host of "Blair and Barker" and "A Kick in the Grass", joins the show to discuss this year’s crop of candidates for the 2022 Northern Star Award as Canada’s top athlete and the Blue Jays’ activity so far this off-season. Then, Jeff offers his initial reaction to breaking news that Aaron Judge is returning to the New York Yankees on a nine-year, $360 million deal. He also chimes in on the quarterfinal matchups at the World Cup. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (39:26). They take a look at the current World Cup odds heading into the quarterfinals 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.

Jeff Marek - friend of the show - joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Matt Murray’s strong start to the season, the Leafs’ improved defensive structure, how the 2017 NHL Draft shaped Dallas’ current core, and the murky circumstances surrounding Paul Maurice’s departure from Winnipeg. Later, Phil Handy, 2019 NBA champion with the Raptors and current Lakers assistant coach, stops by to chat about Anthony Davis’ resurgence this season, Russell Westbrook adapting to his role as the Lakers’ sixth man, Pascal Siakam’s evolution over the past few seasons, his impressions of Scottie Barnes, and Nick Nurse’s innovative approach as a coach (22:00). 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.

Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing Cristiano Ronaldo’s benching at the World Cup and his precipitous fall from grace. Afterwards, they share their thoughts on Matt Murray’s 44-save shutout against the Stars, Rasmus Sandin and Timothy Liljegren elevating their game on the blue line, the Leafs’ epic 5-on-3 penalty kill, and Mitch Marner extending his point streak to 20 while Jason Robertson was held off the scoresheet. Then, Ailish and Justin chime in on Jon Heyman’s viral Aaron Judge gaffe and the Blue Jays missing out on some of their preferred free agent targets. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:16)!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

Anthony Stewart, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Mark Giordano’s impact on the Leafs' blue line, his experience playing in the NHL against his brother Chris, Nick Robertson’s inconsistent usage this season, and the phenomenon of players “putting money on the board.” Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (22:33). They tee up today’s Round of 16 matchups at the World Cup and tonight’s Leafs-Stars matchup. 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 affiliate

Marty Turco, former NHL goalie and President of the Dallas Stars Foundation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Stars’ red-hot start to the season, Jason Robertson’s 18-game point streak, the evolution of the goaltending position, and his impressions of Matt Murray. Later, CJ Miles, former NBA guard and co-host of the "Strictly Hoops" podcast, discusses his foray into the podcast world, the Raptors’ current struggles with role definition, O.G. Anunoby’s evolution as a two-way player, and Scottie Barnes’ inconsistency this season (24:50). 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

Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ loss to the Celtics on Monday, Fred VanVleet’s early-season struggles, and the team losing their identity. Then, they weigh in on tonight’s Maple Leafs-Stars matchup and Semyon Der-Arguchintsev’s insertion into the lineup. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin react to Jon Morosi’s reporting regarding the Blue Jays’ interest in Bryan Reynolds, the potential of Toronto moving Ricky Tiedemann or Orelvis Martinez, and Ross Atkins’ assessment of the free agent market. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:59)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the "Ross Tucker Football Podcast", joins the show to discuss Jalen Hurts’ MVP case, A.J. Brown getting revenge against his former team, the Bengals winning three straight over the Chiefs, and the impact of Jimmy Garoppolo’s season-ending ankle injury. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake (26:19). They tee up tonight’s Raptors-Celtics game and Saints-Buccaneers matchup. 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.

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins the show to discuss Mitch Marner and Jason Robertson’s respective point streaks, how the Maple Leafs stack up against the Lightning, Brock Boeser’s fallout in Vancouver, the LA Kings’ decision to demote Cal Petersen to the AHL, early contenders for the Jack Adams Award, Erik Karlsson’s future in San Jose, and Alex Formenton’s contract stalemate with the Senators. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chime in on the possibility of Toronto hosting the 2024 NHL All-Star Game (26:58). Later, Ailish and Justin present their Winners and Losers from the weekend (29:55)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish and Justin discuss the Bengals’ win over the Chiefs on Sunday and the slew of quarterback injuries around the NFL, including the 49ers losing Jimmy Garoppolo for the season. Then, they weigh in on Mitch Marner extending his point streak to a franchise-record 19 games, the Maple Leafs’ OT loss to the Lightning on Saturday, and Jon Cooper’s comments about Toronto adopting a different style of play. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chime in on the Raptors’ up-and-down weekend, the team holding a players’ only meeting after Friday night’s loss in Brooklyn, and Toronto’s lack of stability in their starting lineup. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:15)! 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

CBS NFL analyst Charles Davis joins the Morning Crew to look ahead to busy Sunday in the NFL! From Chiefs-Bengals to Titans-Eagles, we swing around the league and answer the big questions including: if Mike White is for real, the Bills' ceiling, and if the Dolphins are real contenders in the AFC. To close the show, Ailish and Justin tee up today's Wake and Rake (26:19). Producers Austin and Josh hop aboard for our weekly edition of "Pick a Side", before sending you into the weekend with the 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.

OneSoccer analyst Kristian Jack joins the Morning Crew live from Qatar following Canada's loss to Morocco to chat about what's next for the program, who surprised him the most this tournament, Alphonso Davies' role going forward, and what's ahead for John Herdman. Later on, Sportsnet NHL analyst Sam Cosentino joins the show to discuss what the Maple Leafs need as the season starts to take shape, the trails and tribulation of Nick Robertson, and his expectations for this year's projected first overall draft pick, Connor Bedard (28:49). 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 affiliates.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the morning recapping Canada's loss against Morocco, capping off their World Cup run. The pair discuss how hopeful they are for the future of the program, despite the disappointment of 2022. Ailish and Justin then sort through Elliotte Friedman's comments on the Maple Leafs' needs this season, and chat about potential options Toronto could target around the league. Ailish closes out the hour with The A-List (45:08). 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.

Blake Murphy joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss the Raptors' disappointing performance last night against the New Orleans Pelicans, how worried he is about Scottie Barnes' development, and Gary Trent Jr.'s fit coming off the bench. Blake then offers his thoughts on Don Mattingly joining the Blue Jays' coaching staff and what it means for John Schneider. Later on, Ailish and Justin dive into a World Cup inspired Wake and Rake (20:31), before closing out the show with today's bookends! 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.