The FAN Pregame

Casey Stern, host of the Unfiltered podcast, joins Ailish to discuss the AL MVP debate between Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, how Artie Moreno’s potential sale of the Angels impacts Ohtani’s future, the Blue Jays’ strong starting rotation, and Kevin Durant reaching an agreement to remain with the Brookyln Nets. Afterwards, Shayna Goldman, hockey writer and analytics expert for The Athletic and Sportsnet, stops by to chat about the upcoming IIHF Women’s World Championship and some of the new faces on Canada’s roster (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

Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman checks in from Boston to discuss Ross Stripling being the Blue Jays’ unsung hero this season, Stripling competing with Jose Berrios for a possible spot in the team's playoff rotation, and Matt Chapman’s leadership on and off the field. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew chats about Kevin Durant staying with the Nets, tee up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Red Sox game, and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (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 affiliate

ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins JD and Ailish to discuss Kevin Durant remaining with the Brooklyn Nets, the lack of teams pushing all-in to acquire Durant, what pieces the Raptors were willing to move in a possible KD trade, and OG Anunoby’s relationship with the Raptors organization. Jonathan Papelbon, former MLB closer and host of the Blackjack and Pap podcast, stops by to chat about his recent visit to Toronto, working out with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Ross Stripling’s stellar year for the Blue Jays (28:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

JD chats about his experience going to the CNE. Then, he and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 9-3 win over the Red Sox, Ross Stripling delivering another quality start, and his future beyond this season. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on Kevin Durant agreeing to move forward as a member of the Brooklyn Nets (28:42). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:45)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, joins Ailish to discuss the Blue Jays’ strong starting pitching during their weekend series in the Bronx, Alek Manoah’s recent issues with command, George Springer’s value in the leadoff spot, and Bo Bichette’s struggles this season. Afterwards, Dave Cameron, head coach of Canada’s World Junior team, stops by to chat about his team’s gold medal win in Edmonton, Mason McTavish’s iconic “save” in overtime of the Gold Medal game, and the challenge of regrouping after the initial cancellation of the tournament in December (23:57). Later, Canadian LPGA legend Lorie Kane checks in from Ottawa to discuss her 30th and final appearance at the CP Women’s Open this weekend and Brooke Henderson’s impressive run on the LPGA Tour (35:05). 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

Ariel Helwani, MMA Insider and host of the MMA Hour, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the evolution of WWE, Leon Edwards’ thrilling knockout win over Kamaru Usman at UFC 278, and the crowded title picture in the welterweight division. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! He and JD chat about their night at Scotiabank Arena for Monday Night RAW and Blake also chimes in on the Kevin Durant saga. Afterwards, the crew tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Red Sox game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (23:13)!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

Tyler Dunne, national NFL writer and founder of GoLongTD.com, joins JD and Ailish to discuss Dana White’s revelation about nearly luring Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski to the Raiders, Mike McCarthy’s job security in Dallas, and the Bills’ Super Bowl aspirations this season. Later, JD and Ailish head to the text line to field comments and questions from listeners (30:53). 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

JD and Ailish host! JD discusses his experience attending WWE Monday Night RAW at Scotiabank Arena. Then, he and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays making up ground in the race for the top AL Wild Card spot and Ross Stripling’s importance to the team’s starting rotation. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (30:45)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Jason Bukala, former NHL scout and current Sportsnet analyst, joins Ailish to discuss Canada’s gold medal win over Finland at the World Juniors, Mason McTavish’s iconic game-saving play in overtime, Connor Bedard’s unique skill set, and how the Leafs’ top prospects fared in the tournament. Later, NFL Network analyst Cynthia Frelund stops by to chat about her experience being at Bills training camp over the past week, Josh Allen’s continued improvement, Von Miller’s leadership off the field, and tips for fantasy football drafters (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 affiliate

Joon Lee, MLB scribe for ESPN, joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays’ bouts of inconsistency throughout the season, if the Jays have the necessary ingredients to be a legitimate World Series contender, the Yankees’ recent struggles, and the vibe in New York between Yankees and Mets fans. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew chats about Leon Edwards’ big underdog win over Kamaru Usman on Saturday and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:01)!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

Julia Kreuz, Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, joins Ailish and Brent to discuss Alek Manoah’s fiery disposition on the mound, how the Jays’ rotation stacks up against other AL contenders, and George Springer’s ongoing injury issues. Afterwards, Sam Cosentino, junior hockey analyst for Sportsnet, stops by to chat about where Mason McTavish’s “save” ranks in the pantheon of all-time World Junior moments, some standout performers from the tournament, and why Matthew Knies is an ideal fit for the Maple Leafs (27:40). 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 affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They discuss the Blue Jays taking three of four games against the Yankees over the weekend, Alek Manoah’s dust up with Gerrit Cole on Sunday, and Canada winning gold at the World Juniors in Edmonton. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (36:08)!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 affiliate

Ryan Dixon, senior hockey writer for Sportsnet, joins the show to discuss Carey Price’s Hall of Fame resume, Connor Bedard’s showing at the World Juniors, and the Calgary Flames’ wild off-season. Later, Jason Sobel, golf writer for The Action Network, stops by to chat about Tiger Woods’ participation in this week’s PGA players’ meeting, Tiger’s animosity towards Greg Norman, and Patrick Reed’s lawsuit against Brandel Chamblee (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

Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins Brent and Sam to discuss Nazem Kadri’s long-term deal in Calgary, Brad Treliving shrewdly retooling his roster after losing both Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk, Lou Lamoriello failing to sign Kadri, and Rasmus Sandin’s contract impasse with the Leafs. Later, the guys dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet. They tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Yankees matchup, Canada’s semi-final game against Czechia at the World Juniors, and assemble the show’s daily Wake and Rake parlay (32:35)! 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

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Brent and Sam from New York to discuss the Blue Jays’ impressive win on Thursday night, Jose Berrios’ up-and-down season, and the tight AL playoff race. Later, Trey Wingo, host of the Half-Forgotten History podcast, stops by to chat about Deshaun Watson being assessed an 11-game suspension, his disingenuous press conference yesterday, the Ravens’ outlook for this season, and Matthew Stafford’s elbow issues this off-season (26:46). 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

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss the Blue Jays’ resounding 9-2 win over the Yankees on Thursday, George Springer being a catalyst for the Jays’ offence, and Jose Berrios’ solid bounce back outing. Afterwards, Brent and Sam weigh in on Nazem Kadri signing with the Flames and Sean Monahan being dealt to the Montreal Canadiens (33:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

WWE Hall of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland joins Ailish and Blake to discuss his upcoming return to Toronto for Monday Night RAW, his special t-shirt collaboration with the Maple Leafs, Triple H taking over as head of WWE creative, and the Maple Leafs’ moves this off-season. Later, Ailish is joined by Keith McPherson, host for WFAN and co-host of Off Base on MLB Network, to discuss the Yankees’ comeback win over Tampa on Wednesday, this weekend’s series against the Blue Jays, and the ongoing Kevin Durant saga in Brooklyn (25:43). 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

Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice for Sportsnet, checks in from New York to discuss the Blue Jays’ 6-1 win over Baltimore on Wednesday, George Springer’s clutch pinch-hit RBI single in the seventh inning, the team’s current lineup construction, and Yusei Kikuchi being moved to the bullpen. Later, Blake joins Ailish and Brent for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up the betting odds for tonight’s Blue Jays-Yankees opener and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:49)! 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

Shane Ryan, writer for Golf Digest, joins Ailish and Brent to discuss PGA players gathering for a private meeting to address LIV Golf, Tiger Woods using his cache to defend the PGA Tour, and the possibility that The Masters bans LIV members from next year’s tournament. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox stops by to chat about his conversation with Rasmus Sandin’s agent, Lewis Gross, the lack of traction in contract talks, and Sandin’s peculiar fit on the Leafs’ current blue line (25:46). 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

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 6-1 win over the Orioles on Wednesday, Ross Stripling’s stellar outing in his return from the IL, and Yusei Kikuchi being demoted to the bullpen. Then, Ailish and Brent share their thoughts on Rasmus Sandin’s contract stalemate with the Maple Leafs (22:41). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (32:57)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

Lauren Gardner, co-host of Off Base on MLB Network, joins Ailish to discuss her experience attending the Field of Dreams Game in Iowa, the Blue Jays’ recent skid and tight AL playoff race, and her lifelong fandom of the Colorado Avalanche. Afterwards, Kori Cheverie, assistant coach for the Canadian women’s hockey team, checks in from Calgary to chat about her current work with the Canadian women’s development team, Canada’s roster for the upcoming IIHF World Championship, and the improved parity in women’s hockey at the international level (27:19). 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

Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane joins the show to discuss the possibility of Odell Beckham Jr. signing in Buffalo, expectations for the upcoming 2022 season, Josh Allen’s continued maturation, the Bills’ resurgence over the past few seasons, and the organization’s intimate relationship with the Buffalo community. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. The team tees up the betting line for today’s Blue Jays-Orioles game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:36)!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.

Ben Nicholson-Smith, co-host of the At The Letters podcast, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the Blue Jays’ recent slump, Bo Bichette being demoted to seventh in the batting order, Alek Manoah’s workload, the organization’s plans for Yusei Kikuchi, Julian Merryweather’s impending return to the Big Leagues, and the Jays’ interest in free agent Ken Giles. Afterwards, Bill Ripken, former MLB infielder and current MLB Network analyst, stops by to chat about what advice he’d give Bo Bichette amidst his current struggles, his aggressive approach at the plate, the Blue Jays’ recent offensive woes, and the air-tight playoff battle in the American League (28:03). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-2 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday, the team struggling to score runs after Vlad Jr.’s two-run shot in the first inning, Toronto’s recent defensive miscues, and Bo Bichette being dropped down to seventh in the batting order. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (26:39)! 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.

Nate Geary, Buffalo Bills pre-game and halftime show host on WGR 550, joins Ailish to discuss his early impressions of Bills first round pick Kaiir Elam, his takeaways from Buffalo’s first pre-season game, Von Miller’s fit on the Bills’ defence, and Odell Beckham Jr.’s chances of signing in Buffalo. Later, Steven Ellis, web editor for The Hockey News, checks in from Edmonton to chat about the cloud hanging over this summer’s World Junior Hockey Championship, Team Canada cruising into the quarter-finals with a perfect 4-0-0 record, Connor Bedard’s showing so far during the tournament, and his assessment of Leafs prospects Matthew Knies and Topi Niemela (28:27). 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.

Doug Kyed, NFL reporter for Pro Football Focus, joins the show to discuss his latest story about the Patriots’ new offensive system, Lamar Jackson’s fascinating contract situation, Kenny Pickett’s chances of winning the Steelers’ starting quarterback job, and potential suitors for Jimmy Garoppolo. Then, JD and Ailish head back to the text line for more comments and questions from listeners. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game and construct their daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:25)! 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.

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins the show to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s season-long struggles, where his contract ranks in the pantheon of all-time Blue Jays signings, if a playoff berth could be in jeopardy, and the team’s sputtering offence so far in August. Afterwards, JD and Ailish head to the text line to field comments and questions from listeners (37:41). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 7-3 loss to the Orioles on Monday, Yusei Kikuchi’s future after another shaky outing, and the frustration among Jays fans amidst the team’s recent slump. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (31:18)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sportsnet’s Caroline Cameron joins Ailish to discuss her experience calling the National Bank Open over the past week in Toronto, Serena Williams’ final appearance on Canadian soil, Simona Halep winning her third National Bank Open title, and Bianca Andreescu’s showing in her home tournament. Afterwards, James Sharman stops by to chat about the buzz surrounding Toronto FC, Jonathan Osorio’s strong form this season, Richie Laryea’s impact since returning to the club, and the impressive exploits of Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi (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.

Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, stops by to chat about the Blue Jays’ struggles against quality AL opponents, the severity of George Springer’s elbow injury, his confidence level in Jose Berrios’ ability to rediscover his old form, the chances Yusei Kikuchi moves to the bullpen, and Alek Manoah’s workload. Afterwards, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:36)!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.

Tim Leiper, former Blue Jays first base coach, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the Blue Jays’ concerning approach at the plate, Jose Berrios struggling to find his groove on the mound, and the reverberations from the team’s underwhelming trade deadline moves. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (19:51)! 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ rough weekend against the Guardians, the team’s inconsistency at the plate, and Jose Berrios’ ongoing struggles. Charles Davis, former NFL defensive back and current NFL on CBS colour analyst, joins the show to discuss Lamar Jackson’s contract situation, Zach Wilson’s knee injury, and the current quarterback battles around the NFL (24:21). 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.

The Ailish hour of The FAN Morning Show is here! It begins with a recap of last night's Field of Dreams game, before we hear some in-game audio from Joey Votto reflecting on how special the experience in Dyersville is. Then, Sportnet.ca writer and host of Match Point Canada, Ben Lewis joins to discuss the storylines from the National Bank Open including Leylah Fernandez' early exit, Bianca Andreescu loss last night, and Serena Williams' last appearance in Toronto (05:34). Sportsnet.ca NHL draft writer Sam Cosentino stops by to chat about the lack of buzz surrounding the World Junior Championship this year, the Leafs' prospects to watch at the tournament, as well as the continued brilliance of Connor Bedard for team Canada (27:55). Ailish then sends you into the weekend with today's feel good sports story of the day! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

The third hour of The FAN Morning Show has Arden Zwelling of At the Letters and Sportnet.ca join JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar to talk about some of the Blue Jays' pitching concerns, what fans can expect from Mitch White, the bullpens concerns, and Arden's now viral moment (00:35). Later on, Blake Murphy rejoins the crew for a Friday edition of Wake and Rake concerning the Blue Jays, some fun prop bets, and NFL futures (20:04)! 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 affiliates.

In the second hour of The FAN Morning Show, JD Bunkis & Ailish Forfar are joined by NFL on CBS analyst Boomer Esiason to talk a little New York sports, and answer all the burning questions concerning the NFL season (01:15)! Then JD & Ailish are joined by the host of Tim & Friends Tim Micallef! They talk about Nathan Rourke's incredible play in BC this year, before getting into the NFL Sunday Ticket draft to determine which teams are must watch going into the 2022 NFL season (22:24). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On the first hour of The FAN Morning Show, JD Bunkis & Ailish Forfar begin by previewing the upcoming Blue Jays-Guardians series and what they hope to see this weekend. They then talk about some hot pre-season football action, before Antonio Brown's latest comments lead to a conversation about JD & Ailish's biggest regrets! We close out the first hour with a Friday edition of the A-List featuring minor league baseball teams, new social media apps, and a grumpy JD Bunks (37:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On today's Ailish hour, Editor in Chief of Football Outsiders and the creator of DVOA, Aaron Schatz joins to preview the 2022 NFL season from a analytical perspective. He sorts through his top defensive rankings, the biggest candidates for regression, and his expectations for the Buffalo Bills this year (00:16). Later on, The Athletics' Kaitlyn McGrath shares her experience attending Serena Williams' match last night at the National Bank Open, before getting into everything Blue Jays including Alek Manoah long-term health, George Springer's injury concern and if the Jays should have done more at the deadline (25:36). 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.

In the third hour of The FAN Morning Show hosted by JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar, MLB network insider Jon Morosi focuses in on the Blue Jays' positioning post-deadline and what's to come this off-season, before looking ahead to tonight's Field of Dreams game (00:33). Later on, Blake Murphy rejoins the morning crew for a Thursday edition of Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (23:40). 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.

In the second hour of The FAN Morning Show, Toronto Maple Leafs prospect and Team USA forward Matthew Knies joins JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar to talk about his experience at the World Juniors, how he grew up playing hockey in the desert, Auston Mathews' impact on him and his career, and his expectations surrounding the Leafs this season (00:26). We then chew on what's going on with the Islanders this off-season, before Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins to discuss Matthew Knies, among other Leafs prospects, as well as Connor Bedard's continued brilliance (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 affiliates.

In the opening hour of The FAN Morning Show, JD Bunkis & Ailish Forfar look back on thunderstorm that postponed the Blue Jays game last night in Baltimore and raise the question of what are the worst type of delays? They then pivot to the latest NBA trade rumors surrounding Kevin Durant, before capping off the hour with a Thursday edition of the A-List featuring: walk up songs, football player's pipes, and announcers with poor phrasing (31:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jamie Erdahl, co-host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network, joins Ailish to discuss her recent debut on GMFB, her passion for the Minnesota Vikings, the Bills’ Super Bowl chances this season, and her top 5 NFL quarterback rankings. Then, Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Victor Mete stops by to chat about signing with his hometown team on the day of his wedding rehearsal, his experience being teammates with Matt Murray in Ottawa, and his relationship with Mitch Marner (24:19). Afterwards, Sharon Fichman, WTA pro tennis player and current Sportsnet analyst, checks in from Montreal to discuss Serena Williams announcing her upcoming retirement, her legacy both on and off the court, and the performances of Bianca Andreescu and Leylah Fernandez in their first round wins at the National Bank Open (32:42). 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.

Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, joins JD and Ailish to discuss his experience waiting out rain delays, the Blue Jays’ moves at the trade deadline, and Alek Manoah entering uncharted territory with his innings workload. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting odds for tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (21:50)!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.

Chris Simms, former NFL quarterback and current analyst for NBC Sports, joins the show to discuss the Patriots installing a new offence, Russell Wilson’s transition to Denver, the criticism being levied against Giants QB Daniel Jones, concerns emerging out of Washington about Carson Wentz’s accuracy, and expectations for Aaron Rodgers this season. Later, Ailish and JD discuss Yandy Diaz’s fear of a “haunted” hotel in Milwaukee and head to the text line to read ghost tales from listeners (36:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 6-5 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday, Alek Manoah’s recent struggles, the team’s signing of Jackie Bradley Jr., concerns regarding the health of George Springer, and Serena Williams announcing her upcoming retirement. Afterwards, Ailish discusses her experience attending the National Bank Open and presents her daily edition of the A-List (33:08)!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 affiliate.

Michelle Beadle, host of the What Did I Miss? podcast, joins Ailish to discuss Kevin Durant presenting an ultimatum to Nets owner Joe Tsai and the Raptors’ outlook for next season. Then, Canada’s own Bianca Andreescu stops by to discuss Serena Williams announcing her decision to retire after this year’s US Open, her long-awaited return to the National Bank Open, and the challenges of overcoming injuries over the past few years (25:33). Afterwards, Jonathan Osorio, midfielder for Toronto FC and Team Canada, checks in to discuss Toronto FC’s playoff push, the buzz surrounding the club since the additions of Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi, and his strong MLS campaign (36:02). 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.

Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman checks in from Baltimore to discuss the new ballpark dimensions at Camden Yards, the Blue Jays’ plan to keep Yusei Kikuchi in the rotation, Mitch White’s role upon the return of Ross Stripling, and the long-term financial ramifications of having onerous contracts for Kikuchi, Hyun-Jin Ryu and George Springer. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:30). 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins JD and Ailish to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s woes, the additions of Anthony Bass and Zach Pop to the bullpen, and Ross Atkins’ job security. Afterwards, JD and Ailish head to the text line to field comments and questions from listeners (32:04).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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ loss to the Orioles on Monday, Yusei Kikuchi’s continued struggles, the Jays’ lack of organizational pitching depth, and the team failing to add more rotation help at the trade deadline. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on Kevin Durant reportedly presenting Nets owner Joe Tsai with an ultimatum. Later, Ailish delivers her daily edition of the A-List (37:07)!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.

Carly Agro, courtside reporter for Sportsnet at the National Bank Open, joins Ailish to discuss the buzz surrounding this year’s tournament, Bianca Andreescu’s tumultuous journey since winning the 2019 US Open, the Williams sisters being in Toronto, and Leylah Fernandez’s return from injury. Afterwards, Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and prospects writer for The Athletic, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ 2022 draft picks, the tenor surrounding this summer’s World Juniors tournament, and Connor Bedard’s growth since the World Juniors were initially postponed back in December (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 affiliate.

Chris Colabello discusses the challenges of making adjustments as a big league hitter, his experience being a part of the Jays’ potent 2015 offence, Lourdes Gurriel Jr.'s importance to the current Blue Jays lineup, and the special atmosphere inside Rogers Centre during Toronto’s 2015 playoff run. Later, Blake joins Ailish and Justin for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew previews the betting lines for Day 1 of the National Bank Open and tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (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.