The FAN Pregame

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert host! They start off setting up the Jays' series against the Pirates and discuss how Toronto will set up their rotation with a big 4-gamer against the Orioles around the corner. Next, they get into what they are most optimistic about as the team gets set for September baseball. Then, with it being the anniversary of Dave Steib’s no-hitter and game one of the Summit Series, Justin and Ailish weigh in on their favourite sporting events they attended in person. Later, Ailish presents her daily version of the A-List (39:11)! 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.

Sportsnet soccer writer Peter Galindo joins Ailish to discuss Toronto FC’s 2-2 draw against the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night, Greg Vanney’s long-awaited return to Toronto, TFC’s injury-plagued midfield, and the ongoing labour dispute between members of the Canadian men’s soccer team and Canada Soccer. Afterwards, Mike Golic Jr., host of the GoJo podcast, stops by to chat about Russell Wilson inking a five-year extension with the Denver Broncos, Lamar Jackson’s contract situation with the Baltimore Ravens, next week’s season opener between the Bills and Rams, and Tom Brady’s outlook for his age-45 season (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 affiliate

Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, joins the show to discuss where the Blue Jays currently sit heading into the final month of the regular season, takeaways from his interview with team president Mark Shapiro, the possibility of Toronto hosting an All-Star Game, and why the Blue Jays lineup is becoming easy to pitch against. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet! They tee up the quarter-finals at the IIHF Women’s World Championship and conclude our week-long NFL divisional preview with the AFC West and NFC West. They also make their daily picks for the Wake and Rake 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

Carlos Pena, former MLB first baseman and current analyst for MLB Network and Marquee Sports Network, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Timmy Trumpet’s live performance of Edwin Diaz’s iconic walkout entrance, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s timing issue at the plate, the Blue Jays’ collective offensive struggles, and the AL MVP debate between Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. Afterwards, Ben Lewis, tennis analyst for Sportsnet and co-host of the Match Point Canada podcast, stops by to chat about Serena Williams’ second-round win at the US Open and how the Canadians have performed thus far during the tournament (30:25). 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 and Justin Cuthbert host! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 7-5 loss to the Cubs on Wednesday, Mitch White getting roughed up for a second straight start, and Serena Williams’ thrilling second round win over No. 2 Anett Kontaveit at the US Open. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:25)! 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

Hailey Salvian, national hockey writer for The Athletic, joins the show from Denmark to discuss the atmosphere surrounding the 2022 IIHF Women’s World Championships, Canada’s 5-2 loss to the United States on Tuesday, head coach Troy Ryan inking a contract extension to remain in charge of the Canadian women’s team through the next Olympic cycle, and the evolving debate surrounding the greatest women’s hockey player of all time. Later, ESPN’s Chris McKendry and Hall of Famer Pam Shriver check in from New York to chat about Serena Williams’ performance in her opening round win at the US Open, tonight’s matchup against world No. 2 Anett Kontaveit, and which Canadian has the best chance to make a deep run in this year's tournament (30:52). 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 manager John Gibbons discusses his relationship with Marcus Stroman, John Schneider’s transition into the Jays’ managerial role, the team’s spurts of inconsistency this season, and how pitching and defence transformed the Jays’ trajectory in 2015. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They continue our week-long NFL divisional preview with the AFC South and the NFC South. They also make their daily Wake and Rake picks (22:27)! 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

Sportsnet MLB Insider Shi Davidi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his memories from Marcus Stroman’s time with the Blue Jays, why this year’s Jays team is prone to prolonged offensive dry spells, John Schneider’s deployment of Jordan Romano, and Teoscar Hernandez’s confounding season. Chris Solomon, co-founder and co-host of the No Laying Up podcast, stops by to chat about the latest crop of PGA defectors joining LIV Golf, the recent changes instituted by the PGA Tour, and Rory McIlroy emerging as a key advocate for the PGA (30:11). 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

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 5-3 win over the Cubs on Tuesday, Teoscar Hernandez’s crucial three-run homer, Jordan Romano securing a four-out save, and Marcus Stroman’s showing in his return to Rogers Centre. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (37:25)! 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

Alanna Rizzo, co-host of High Heat on MLB Network, joins Ailish to discuss the AL MVP debate between Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, Ohtani’s long-term future in Anaheim, the Blue Jays’ playoff chase, and which AL Wild Card contender could pose the biggest threat to the Jays come October. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Caroline Cameron checks in from New York to discuss Serena Williams’ first round win at the US Open, the special atmosphere at center court on Monday night, and how the Canadians fared on Day 1 of the tournament (24:20)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

Beth Mowins, play-by-play voice for the Cubs, NFL on CBS, and NBA on ESPN, joins the show to discuss Marcus Stroman’s first year in Chicago, his bulldog mentality on the mound, the loaded AFC West, and Kevin Durant staying put in Brooklyn after an off-season filled with drama. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They continue our week-long NFL divisional preview by teeing up the AFC North and NFC North. Later, Ailish and Justin construct 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

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the AL MVP race between Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, the lack of diversity in the Blue Jays’ lineup, the team’s inconsistency throughout the season, Danny Jansen’s big night at the plate on Monday, and Marcus Stroman’s tenure with the Blue Jays. Later, Sportsnet’s Michael Grange stops by to chat about Team Canada going 2-0 in their latest qualifying window for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s long-term importance to the SMNT, and RJ Barrett inking a four-year extension with the Knicks (33:28). 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 hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays’ walk off win over the Cubs on Monday, Danny Jansen’s heroics, Ross Atkins addressing his team’s recent struggles before last night’s game, and if Marcus Stroman was deserving of a video tribute. Afterwards, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (38:44)! 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

Nazem Kadri, 2022 Stanley Cup champion and the newest member of the Calgary Flames, joins Ailish to discuss his day with the Cup in London, the special camaraderie shared by this year’s Avs team, and his decision to sign with the Flames in free agency. Then, The Athletic’s Joshua Kloke stops by to chat about Toronto FC moving within 3 points of a playoff spot, the continued brilliance of Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi, and the team’s tactical changes since acquiring their star Italian duo (13:48). Later, Lawrence Barretto, broadcaster and writer for F1.com, checks in to discuss Daniel Ricciardo’s impending departure from McLaren, Oscar Piastri’s bizarre contract situation, Max Verstappen’s dominance this season, and Lewis Hamilton's frustrations so far this year (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

Caleb Joseph, former Blue Jays catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays’ lack of urgency over the weekend, questions about leadership in the clubhouse, what could be hampering the Jays’ young players, and Ross Stripling’s emergence this season. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They open our week-long NFL season preview by teeing up the betting odds for the AFC East and NFC East. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:34)!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

Stephen Brunt, columnist for Sportsnet.ca and co-host of The FAN Drive Time, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Blue Jays’ puzzling inconsistency this season, the team’s offensive dryspell over the weekend, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent issues with plate discipline, fans getting a close up look at Shohei Ohtani, and the special 30th anniversary ceremony celebrating the 1992 World Series championship team. Afterwards, Bruce Murray, host of the SiriusXM Blitz on SiriusXM NFL radio, stops by to chat about Mitch Trubisky securing the starting quarterback job in Pittsburgh, expectations for the Bills this season, Trey Lance taking over as the 49ers’ signal caller, and Tom Brady taking an 11-day hiatus during training camp (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

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays getting swept by the Angels over the weekend, the offence only mustering two runs, the overall lack of urgency from Blue Jays players, and Teoscar Hernandez playing through injury. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (38:32)! 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

Sarah Nurse, forward for the Canadian women’s national team, joins Ailish to discuss becoming the first female athlete to grace the cover of EA Sports’ NHL video game, Canada’s 4-1 win over Finland in their opening game of the Women’s World Championship, and some of the new faces on Canada roster. Jimmy Arias, former ATP pro and current Tennis Channel as well as ESPN analyst, checks in from New York to chat about the U.S. Open, Serena Williams preparing for her final tournament, and Rafa Nadal seeking his third grand slam title of the season (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 affiliate

Pat Tabler, former MLB first baseman, 1992 World Series champion, and current Blue Jays colour analyst, joins Ailish and Brent to discuss his memories from the Blue Jays’ 1992 World Series run, some of the parallels between this current Jays team and the teams of the early 90s, Danny Jansen’s special home run on Thursday, how teams are pitching Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Bo Bichette starting to find his groove at the plate. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! Ailish and Brent discuss the betting odds for tonight’s Blue Jays-Angels opener and share their best bets for the weekend (26:52)!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 Ailish and Brent to discuss the Blue Jays winning six of seven against the Yankees and Red Sox, George Springer’s importance as an offensive catalyst, Matt Chapman’s evolution as an elite defensive third baseman, Kevin Gausman’s outing on Thursday, and the buzz surrounding Shohei Ohtani’s visit to Toronto this weekend. Afterwards, Joe House, host of the Fairway Rollin’ podcast, stops by to chat about the PGA’s revised competition model to combat LIV Golf, Tiger Woods stepping up to spearhead the PGA’s fight against LIV, and the scoring format at this weekend's Tour Championship (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 affiliate

Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 6-5 win over the Red Sox on Thursday, George Springer being a spark plug for the offence, Matt Chapman’s stellar defence during this series against Boston, and Kevin Gausman having bad luck on balls in play. Then, Ailish and Brent chat about Canada’s 4-1 win over Finland in their opening game at the Women’s World Championship and the incredible energy at the CP Women’s Open. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (35:18)! 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 golf analyst Adam Stanley joins Ailish to discuss the PGA Tour’s new competition model, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy partnering on a new tech-infused golf league, the scene in Ottawa for this weekend’s CP Women’s Open, and Lorie Kane’s illustrious career on the LPGA Tour. Afterwards, Connor Bedard, forward for Team Canada and the Regina Pats, stops by to chat about Canada’s gold medal win at the World Juniors and why he draws inspiration from Auston Matthews (24:15). Later, Adam Levitan, co-founder of Establish The Run, checks in to chat about some of his favourite value picks for the upcoming fantasy football season, players that are currently being overdrafted, and bounce back candidates for 2022 (37:44).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

Arden Zwelling, MLB writer for Sportsnet and co-host of the At The Letters podcast, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the Blue Jays’ improved approach at the plate, the team’s plan to reintegrate George Springer into centerfield, and Jose Berrios’ mechanical adjustments. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! JD and Ailish chat about the potential return of the World Cup of Hockey, tee up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Red Sox game, and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:02)! 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

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins JD and Ailish to discuss George Springer’s importance to the Blue Jays’ lineup, his future in the outfield, Jose Berrios’ latest mechanical adjustments on the mound, and MLB’s schedule changes for the 2023 season. Carson Palmer, former NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, stops by to chat about the Bills’ expectations for the 2022 season, Josh Allen working with a new offensive coordinator, Derek Carr’s outlook in Las Vegas with Davante Adams now in the fold, Aaron Rodgers moving forward without Adams in Green Bay, and if the Bengals can remain in the Super Bowl picture (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 affiliate

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ extra innings win over the Red Sox on Wednesday night, George Springer’s offensive presence, and the possibility of the Leafs pursuing a trade for Patrick Kane. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, including serenading JD with a special poem for his birthday (34:04)!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

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.