The FAN Pregame

Ailish and Justin discuss Aaron Judge setting the new AL single-season record with his 62nd home run of the year and how John Schneider should handle his lineup for today’s double-header in Baltimore. Afterwards, Ailish, Justin and producer Daniele draft their all-time Toronto sports playoff moments (21:18). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:46)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Bill Ripken, former MLB infielder and current MLB Network analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge being stuck on 61 homers, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s production this season, Bo Bichette’s defence at shortstop, Albert Pujols surpassing Babe Ruth for second place on MLB’s all-time RBI list, and why the Jays are a frisky team heading into the playoffs. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They preview the betting odds for the NHL’s Art Ross, Hart, Calder, and Norris Trophies. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also presents her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the day (25:34)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Sportsnet MLB Insider Shi Davidi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the current weather situation in Baltimore, how the Jays will deploy their pitchers over the next two days, Whit Merrifield carving out an everyday role on this team, Jose Berrios’ strong start on Monday night, and the scene inside the Blue Jays' clubhouse during last Friday’s clinching celebration. Later, Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ new goaltending tandem, Nick Robertson’s chances of cracking the Leafs’ opening night roster, Mitch Marner getting looks on the blue line, and Kyle Dubas’ uncertain future beyond this season (25:42). 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

The Blue Jays have clinched home field advantage for the AL Wild Card Round! Ailish and Justin discuss the Jays locking down home field with a win in Baltimore and Seattle’s loss to Detroit. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 5-1 victory over the Canadiens on Monday, Nick Robertson’s standout pre-season, and what the Leafs’ opening night lineup might look like (19:35). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:14)! 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 affiliate

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the Ross Tucker Football Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Bills’ 23-20 comeback win over the Ravens, Marcus Peters’ confrontation with Ravens coach John Harbaugh, Aaron Rodgers struggling to build continuity with his receivers, the Eagles’ 4-0 start to the season, and Saquon Barkley returning to his old form. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! After going 3-0 respectively, Ailish and Justin take on Josh and Daniele in a Week 4 MNF tiebreaker. We also head to the text line to select our daily anchor pick for the Wake and Rake parlay. Afterwards, Ailish presents her “Just 5 Bucks” wager of the day and Justin constructs his MNF same-game parlay (26:53). 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 affiliate

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Mitch Marner’s potential usage on the blue line, Nick Robertson’s strong start to the pre-season, and the current trade market for coveted blue liner Jakob Chychrun. Later, Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, stops by to chat about the Blue Jays’ clinching celebration on Friday night, the challenges Seattle might pose as a potential Wild Card opponent, Whit Merrifield playing himself into the team’s starting lineup, and John Schneider’s impending decisions for his playoff roster (24:38). 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

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ weekend sweep over the Red Sox, Kevin Gausman being removed from Sunday’s start with a finger injury, the remaining home field scenarios for the AL Wild Card Round, Whit Merrifield’s recent hot streak at the plate, and the team’s clinching celebration on Friday night. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Bills’ comeback win over the Ravens and the Chiefs’ big victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football (27:49). 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

Gord Stellick, former NHL GM and co-host of Leafs Nation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Rasmus Sandin’s two-year extension, Sheldon Keefe toying with the idea of playing Mitch Marner on the blue line, the impact of John Tavares’ absence on the second line, and Nick Robertson’s opportunity to get regular ice time in the top 6. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! It’s also time for the debut of “Pick a Side,” where Justin and Ailish compete against the guys behind the glass, Josh and Daniele, in a weekly NFL ATS competition. Afterwards, Justin and Ailish tee up tonight’s Red Sox-Blue Jays game and assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (23:03). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Tua Tagovailoa’s frightening head injury on Thursday night, the looming questions surrounding the NFL’s concussion protocol, Lamar Jackson’s decision to “bet on himself,” and the Bills looking to bounce back in a much-anticipated matchup against Lamar’s Ravens. Later, Sean Casey, former MLB first baseman and current MLB Network analyst, stops by to chat about the three-headed monster atop the Blue Jays’ starting rotation, John Schneider’s performance since taking over as interim manager, Bo Bichette’s defensive miscues at shortstop, why the Jays might have the best home field advantage in baseball, and Aaron Judge tying the AL record with 61 homers (30:55). 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

The Blue Jays are post-season bound! Ailish and Justin discuss the Jays securing a Wild Card berth with Baltimore’s loss on Thursday and the tight race for home field advantage. Afterwards, they weigh in on Rasmus Sandin signing a two-year deal to remain with the Maple Leafs, Sheldon Keefe’s desire to experiment with Mitch Marner on the blue line, and Tua Tagovailoa’s scary injury on Thursday Night Football (12:44). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a public response from “Kyle Mulligan,” the fan who narrowly missed out on catching Aaron Judge’s 61st homer (42:11). 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

Elliotte Friedman, NHL Insider for Sportsnet and co-host of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the inaugural 32 Thoughts tour, the shifting landscape of contracts for star players in the NHL, how the league's cap increase impacts Auston Matthews’ next deal, Rasmus Sandin’s ongoing contract dispute, the Leafs’ mounting injuries on the blue line, the potential of Patrick Kane being traded this season, and David Pastrnak’s future in Boston. Later, Anthony Bruno, host for SN Bets, stops by to partake in the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! With Anthony in the fold, we indulge in a special four-leg parlay! Ailish also presents her “Just 5 Bucks” play of the day and Justin delivers his TNF same-game parlay (25:48). 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

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge’s impressive approach at the plate despite sitting on a historic milestone, Judge’s impending free agency this winter, and Mitch White’s performance since joining the Blue Jays at the trade deadline. Afterwards, Nate Burleson, former NFL wide receiver and panelist for The NFL Today on CBS, stops by to chat about Thursday night’s Dolphins-Bengals matchup, the Bills looking to bounce back this week after their loss in Miami, Trevor Lawrence’s second-year breakout, and the Eagles asserting themselves as a legitimate Super Bowl contender (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 affiliate

Ailish and Justin discuss Aaron Judge launching his AL record-tying 61st home run of the season, the fan who narrowly missed out on catching Judge’s historic homer, and Mitch White delivering another poor start. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 win over the Canadiens on Wednesday, Matt Murray turning aside all 16 shots he faced in his debut, and Sheldon Keefe’s early love affair with newcomer Calle Jarnkrok (26:47). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, which includes some receipts from Justin's Loonie Dogs bet (36:59)! 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

Greg Amsinger, studio host for MLB Network, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his viral prediction of Albert Pujols’ 700th career home run, Aaron Judge’s recent homerless drought, the AL MVP debate between Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and the Blue Jays’ surge in September. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. They head to the text line to select the listeners’ “anchor pick” for our daily Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also presents her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the day (25:01)! 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

Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Blue Jays’ approach against Aaron Judge, the plethora of mental miscues during last night’s game, Ross Atkins’ comments about John Schneider’s future beyond this season, and the Raptors’ outlook for the 2022-23 season. Later, James Sharman stops by to chat about Canada’s 2-nil loss to Uruguay on Tuesday, the team’s current injuries in the midfield, Ismael Kone’s rapid ascension, and the ongoing contract negotiations between the men’s national team and Canada Soccer (30:28). 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 affiliate

Ailish discusses her experience attending the Jays game on Tuesday and setting a new personal best for loonie dogs. Then, she and Justin discuss Aaron Judge drawing four walks, the chorus of boos in the stands, and the Jays’ sloppy mistakes on the diamond. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on the implications of John Tavares’ oblique injury, Matt Murray’s impending Leafs debut on Wednesday night, and what the NHL’s projected salary cap increase means for Auston Matthews (23:46). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:13)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Cameron Maybin, former MLB outfielder and current YES and MLB Network analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge’s stellar 2022 season, the pressure facing the Yankees heading into the playoffs, and the Blue Jays’ chances of making noise in October. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They solicit text submissions for our daily “anchor pick” and assemble the Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also delivers her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the day (22:42)!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

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the atmosphere at Rogers Centre during last night’s game, the pageantry surrounding Aaron Judge’s ongoing home run chase, what he would do if he caught Judge’s 61st home run, and grading Kevin Gausman’s debut season with the Blue Jays. Afterwards, Aaron Rose, Raptors reporter for Sports Illustrated, stops by to chat about his takeaways from Raptors Media Day, Masai Ujiri’s vision for this team, expectations for O.G. Anunoby this season, and Fred VanVleet’s contract situation (27:29). 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

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 3-2 walk off win over the Yankees on Monday, John Schneider’s decision to intentionally walk Aaron Judge in the 10th inning, and observations from Raptors Media Day, including Masai Ujiri’s murky messaging, Scottie Barnes’ desire to play the point, and Pascal Siakam being bullish on his ceiling for this season (20:15). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List! (40:22)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

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of The Ross Tucker Football Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Bills’ loss in Miami on Sunday, the impact of Micah Hyde’s season-ending injury, Jacksonville emerging as a real threat in the AFC South, and the Raiders’ 0-3 start. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the new-look Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! With the assistance of our listeners’ “anchor pick,” Ailish and Justin assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also provides her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the day and Justin delivers his MNF same-game parlay (23:53). 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 affiliate

Former Blue Jays first base coach Tim Leiper joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Alek Manoah’s seven-inning gem against the Rays on Saturday, John Schneider’s comments about possibly pitching Manoah in Game 162 if home field is on the line, George Springer being a catalyst atop the Jays’ lineup, and how the team might approach pitching to Aaron Judge. Later, Brent Gunning, co-host of Leafs Nation, checks in to chat about his takeaways from the Maple Leafs’ first two pre-season games on Saturday, Calle Jarnkrok netting two goals in his debut, first impressions of Ilya Samsonov, Nick Robertson’s development, and the raging debate surrounding the Leafs’ goal song (23:21). 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

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays earning a series split in Tampa, Alek Manoah’s stellar start on Saturday night, George Springer’s invaluable presence atop the Blue Jays’ lineup, and Aaron Judge coming to Toronto sitting on 60 homers. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Bills’ 21-19 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday, Tua Tagovailoa re-entering the game after suffering an apparent head injury, and takeaways from the Maple Leafs’ first two pre-season games against Ottawa (25:03). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:56)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Doug Waechter, former MLB pitcher and current Rays analyst for Bally Sports Sun, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Alek Manoah’s standout 2022 season, the possibility of Tampa and Toronto meeting in the Wild Card round, how a pitcher adjusts to working with different catchers, and Aaron Judge’s ongoing chase for 61 homers. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet! They preview the betting lines for Sunday’s Week 3 NFL slate and tonight’s Blue Jays-Rays game (26:56). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Sunday’s highly-anticipated AFC East matchup between the Bills and Dolphins, the Bengals’ showdown against the Jets, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers going head-to-head, and the Browns’ 29-17 win over the Steelers on Thursday Night Football. Later, Iain Hume, former striker for the Canadian men’s soccer team and current OneSoccer analyst, stops by to chat about Canada’s upcoming international friendlies against Qatar and Uruguay (32:20). 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

Ailish and Justin Cuthbert host. They discuss the Blue Jays’ 10-5 loss to the Rays on Thursday, Jose Berrios’ rough start, John Schneider’s decision to give Alek Manoah an extra day of rest and his willingness to pitch Manoah in Game 162 if home field advantage is at stake. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Jake Muzzin missing the start of training camp due to an injury and storylines to watch during the team’s first two pre-season games on Saturday (24:21). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List and we issue a special show announcement (38:02)! 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

Gord Stellick, former NHL GM and current co-host of Leafs Nation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Kyle Dubas’ future, how it might affect his approach when contemplating moves this season, Auston Matthews’ next contract, and the team’s uncertain goaltending situation. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They tee up the betting odds for tonight’s Blue Jays-Rays game and Steelers-Browns showdown to kick off Week 3 in the NFL. Ailish and Justin also assemble their own same-game parlays for TNF (25:17)!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

Luke Fox, NHL reporter for Sportsnet, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Kyle Dubas’ loyalty to his core group, his tenuous job security heading into this season, possible candidates to play alongside John Tavares and William Nylander, and the most pressing questions at the start of training camp. Afterwards, Julia Kreuz, Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, stops by to chat about the Blue Jays’ 4-3 loss to the Phillies on Wednesday, Jordan Romano blowing his second consecutive save, broader concerns about the bullpen, John Schneider’s chances of becoming the Blue Jays’ permanent manager, and the team’s improved maturity this season (27:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert. They discuss their takeaways from Leafs Media Day, Kyle Dubas addressing his future, and Auston Matthews’ comments about his next contract. Then, they chime in on the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss to the Phillies in extra innings on Wednesday (38:12). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:27)! 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

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Nathan MacKinnon’s contract extension in Colorado, Auston Matthews’ next contract, Pierre Engvall and Timothy Liljegren being sidelined to start training camp due to injury, Kyle Dubas’ future, and Rasmus Sandin’s ongoing contract stalemate. Later, Jesse Rubinoff, co-host of Tim and Friends and member of the SN Bets team, stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! He, Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Phillies game and assemble a Wake and Rake parlay (24:49)! 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

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Ross Stripling’s impending free agency, how Matt Chapman factors into the Jays’ long-term future, why the Jays should prioritize a Bo Bichette extension, Alek Manoah’s workload, and which AL Wild Card team could pose the best matchup for the Jays. Later, Ailish and Justin tee up Maple Leafs Media Day and identify 5 key storylines they hope will be addressed during today’s media session (28:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert. They discuss Nathan MacKinnon’s eight-year extension with the Colorado Avalanche, what MacKinnon’s deal means for Auston Matthews’ next contract, the slew of retirements around the NHL, and PK Subban’s chances of making the Hall of Fame. Then, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 18-11 win over the Phillies on Tuesday, Ross Stripling’s rare shaky outing, and Matt Chapman’s recent hot streak (32:03). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (40:15)!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

Sam Acho, former NFL linebacker and current ESPN analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his experience being teammates with Josh Allen early in his NFL career, Allen’s evolution into one of the NFL’s best signal callers, Darius Slay shutting down Justin Jefferson, and Jimmy Garoppolo stepping in as the 49ers’ starting quarterback. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They react to breaking news of Zdeno Chara’s retirement from the NHL and tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Phillies game (27:50). 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

Tyler Dunne, national NFL writer and founder of GoLongTD.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Bills’ 2-0 start, Buffalo’s defence bottling up Derrick Henry, Stefon Diggs’ monster performance in primetime, and Jalen Hurts hitting his stride as the Eagles’ starting quarterback. Later, Ryan Dempster, former MLB pitcher and current Marquee Sports analyst, stops by to chat about the success of the Blue Jays’ starting rotation, Alek Manoah adjusting to a heavier workload this season, the importance of bench depth in the playoffs, and Danny Jansen’s calming presence behind the plate (26:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Bills’ dominant win over the Titans on Monday Night Football, the special chemistry between Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs, and Jalen Hurts propelling the Eagles to a convincing win over the Vikings. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on John Schneider’s comments about Alek Manoah’s workload and what it means for the team’s playoff rotation (23:27). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a special TikTok from Auston Matthews (36:22). 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

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman, host of The Ross Tucker Football Podcast, and analyst for Westwood, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss where Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle rank among the NFL’s top receiving duos, Cincinnati’s 0-2 start, Jimmy Garoppolo taking over as the 49ers’ starting quarterback after Trey Lance’s season-ending ankle injury, and tonight’s MNF doubleheader. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They tee up the betting lines for tonight’s Titans-Bills game and Vikings-Eagles showdown. They also select their Wake and Rake “lock” of the day (25:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Ben Shulman, co-host of the Locked on Blue Jays podcast and play-by-play announcer for Sportsnet 590 The FAN, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the vibe at Rogers Centre over the weekend, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s performance during the Jays’ recent homestand, and the team’s chances of chasing down the Yankees. Later, David Samson, former MLB executive and host of the Nothing Personal Podcast, stops by to chat about the Blue Jays’ window to secure long-term deals with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, the complexities of managing payroll, why the Jays should exercise patience with Alek Manoah’s contract situation, and Ross Stripling’s impending free agency (28:48). 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

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert. They discuss the Blue Jays taking two of three against the Orioles over the weekend, Alek Manoah’s steady presence on the mound, and George Springer’s importance to the Jays’ offensive success. Then, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Sunday’s NFL slate, including the Dolphins’ epic comeback in Baltimore and Cincinnati falling to 0-2 with their loss in Dallas (22:19). Afterwards, inspired by Auston Matthews’ recent interview on Tim and Friends, the A-List poses an important question: is it time for the Maple Leafs to pick a new goal song? (36:58)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 affiliate

Xavier Scruggs, former MLB first baseman and current MLB Network analyst, joins Ailish to discuss Bo Bichette's offensive explosion in September, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract situation, and the battle for the NL East crown between the Mets and Braves. Afterwards, JD Bunkis stops by to chat about his new show and how he’s feeling about the Blue Jays heading into this weekend’s series against Baltimore (19:47). Later, Kevin Pangos, guard for the Canadian men’s basketball team and Olimpia Milano in Italy, checks in to discuss his experience suiting up for Canada this summer, his upbringing in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, and fulfilling his NBA dream last year with the Cleveland Cavaliers (36:46). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Tim Leiper, former Blue Jays first base coach, joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays’ performance during their series against Tampa, Kevin Gausman preserving the bullpen on Thursday, Gabriel Moreno being thrust into action due to Alejandro Kirk’s injury, and Bo Bichette’s torrid production in September. Later, Ailish and Brent dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They round out our week-long NHL divisional preview series with the Metropolitan Division and offer their best bets for this Sunday’s NFL slate. They also tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game (27:11). 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

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Brent to discuss his first impressions of Mitch Trubisky as the Steelers' starting quarterback, Mac Jones’ ceiling for the Patriots, and the plethora of young star quarterbacks in the NFL. Afterwards, Ben Lewis, tennis writer for Sportsnet and co-host of the Match Point Canada podcast, weighs in on Roger Federer’s retirement announcement, his legacy within the sport, and the emergence of Carlos Alcaraz in 2022 (27:25). 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 affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 11-0 loss to the Rays on Thursday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s interest in exploring a contract extension this winter, and the Chiefs’ victory over the Chargers on TNF. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (38:25)! 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 affiliate

Amy Trask, former NFL executive and current CBS analyst, joins Ailish to discuss tonight’s Chiefs-Chargers game, how Keenan Allen’s absence might impact LA, and ranking the loudest stadiums in the NFL. Then, Greg Amsinger, studio host for MLB Network, stops by to chat about Ross Stripling’s stellar season with the Blue Jays, Alek Manoah’s emergence as one of the best pitchers in baseball, Aaron Judge’s pursuit of Roger Maris’ single-season home run mark, and Albert Pujols’ chase for 700 career homers (17:42). Afterwards, Cabbie Richards, executive producer for SN Bets, joins Ailish in studio to discuss Roger Federer announcing his retirement from tennis and tee up the betting lines for tonight’s Chiefs-Chargers game (36:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, weighs in on Ross Stripling’s chances of earning a playoff start, his future beyond this season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s maturation as a defender at first base, and George Springer’s lingering elbow issue. Later, Ailish and Hailey dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet! They tee up the betting odds for tonight’s Chargers-Chiefs matchup and continue our NHL divisional preview series with the Atlantic Division. They also preview this afternoon’s series finale between the Blue Jays and Rays (27:55). 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

Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, joins Ailish and Hailey to discuss her pick for the Blue Jays’ 2022 team MVP, Ross Stripling’s impending free agency, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. recording his 100th career home run. Then, Eric Eager, NFL analyst for Pro Football Focus, stops by to chat about tonight’s Chargers-Chiefs showdown, Khalil Mack’s impressive Chargers debut in Week 1, and the Rams looking to bounce back this weekend (27:44). 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

Ailish and Hailey Salvian host! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 5-1 win over the Rays, Ross Stripling delivering another quality start, his looming contract situation this off-season, and which player has been the Blue Jays’ team MVP in 2022. Then, the ladies discuss the slew of personnel changes in the Atlantic Division this summer and what it means for the Leafs’ 2022-23 campaign. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:39)!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

The Ailish Hour is back after a day off! Rebecca Johnston, three-time Olympic gold medalist and longtime member of the Canadian women’s hockey team, joins Ailish to discuss her new full-time role in the Calgary Flames’ player development department and Canada’s recent gold medal win at the IIHF Women’s World Championships in Denmark. Then, PGA Tour pro Taylor Pendrith stops by to chat about being named to the International Team for the 2022 Presidents Cup, his special friendship with fellow Canadian Corey Conners, and his rookie season on Tour (16:13). Later, ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt checks in to discuss the Las Vegas Aces taking a 2-0 lead over the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA Finals and the potential of the WNBA expanding to Toronto (33:50). 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 Hailey are joined by Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, to discuss Mitch White preserving the Blue Jays’ bullpen in Game 1 of yesterday’s doubleheader, if the team should actively pursue a long-term extension with Alek Manoah, John Schneider’s savvy in-game adjustments, and the Jays’ recent issues scoring runs against opposing starters. Later, Ailish and Hailey dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They continue our week-long NHL divisional preview series with the Central Division and tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Rays game (23:36). 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 affiliate

Julia Kreuz, Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, joins Ailish and Hailey to discuss Alek Manoah’s gutsy performance on Tuesday night, Mitch White delivering an important bulk outing in Game 1 of the doubleheader, and her latest piece on the special kinship between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Teoscar Hernandez. Afterwards, Kay Adams, host of Up and Adams on FanDuel TV, stops by to chat about her new show, Dak Prescott’s injury, Tom Brady’s start to the season and questions about Tampa’s offensive line, the Rams’ lifeless performance against the Bills in Week 1, and her favourite fantasy pickups for Week 2 (23:44). You can catch Kay’s new show, Up and Adams, every weekday at 11 am ET on FanDuel TV!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 hosts alongside Hailey Salvian! They discuss the Blue Jays recording a split in Tuesday’s doubleheader against the Rays, Alek Manoah battling through a stomach bug in Game 2, Manoah’s Cy Young resume, John Schneider’s shrewd late-game lineup substitutions, and why Leafs prospect camp will be an important test for Nick Robertson. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:54)! 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

Brian Anderson, former MLB pitcher and current Rays TV analyst for Bally Sports Florida, joins the show to weigh in on Bo Bichette’s recent hot streak, Tampa’s wealth of organizational pitching depth, and Jordan Romano’s emergence as one of the best closers in baseball. Afterwards, Ailish and Hailey dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They kick off our week-long NHL divisional preview series by teeing up the Pacific Division. They also preview the lines for today’s Blue Jays-Rays doubleheader at Rogers Centre (25:56). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate