The FAN Pregame

JD and Ailish discuss the Yankees acquiring Andrew Benintendi from the Royals, the Blue Jays falling short in their negotiations with KC, John Schneider’s decision to yank Kevin Gausman in the fifth inning of last night’s game, and Yusei Kikuchi’s return to the mound tonight against Detroit. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (35:37)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sportsnet soccer analyst James Sharman joins Ailish to discuss the Vancouver Whitecaps’ win over the Toronto FC to capture the Voyageurs Cup and the early returns on Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi. Later, Tyler Dunne, national NFL writer and founder of GoLongTD.com, stops by to chat about the buzz in Buffalo surrounding the Bills’ Super Bowl aspirations, Josh Allen’s continued maturation, the addition of Von Miller on the defensive line, and receiver Isaiah McKenzie potentially seeing a bigger role in 2022 (23:15). 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.

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk joins JD and Ailish to discuss his off-season, the Senators’ big additions this summer, his experience playing with Matt Murray in Ottawa, and his brother Matthew’s move to the Panthers. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Cardinals game and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:25)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the level of urgency for the Blue Jays heading into the trade deadline, if Bo Bichette could be used as a high leverage trade chip for Juan Soto, and where Ross Stripling ranks in the pantheon of Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro’s best moves since joining the Blue Jays. 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! Ailish discusses her experience co-hosting Tim and Friends on Tuesday. Then, JD and Ailish share their thoughts on the Blue Jays’ 10-3 win over the Cardinals, George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. starting to find their groove at the plate, and St. Louis being in town without Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (39:09)! 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.

The Ailish Hour is here! She starts off her solo adventure with Sportnet.ca writer Luke Fox, who discusses the ripple effects of Matthew Tkachuk's trade for the Flames, the NHL market, and Auston Matthews, before reflecting on the Leafs changes this off-season (01:30). Later on, Ailish is joined by Canadian Hall of Famer golfer Lorie Kane to talk about Brooke Henderson’s big win over the weekend, and shares her involvement at the Canadian open and with KidSport Canada (26:08). Finally, Ailish reads all your texts and opens the forum to find a new name for the final hour of the show! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blake Murphy joins The FAN Morning crew to chat about his Rage Against the Machine concert experience, before discussing the Jays' depth stepping up during the past series sweep against the Red Sox and the timeline that lead up to Vince McMahon stepping down as head of the WWE. Blake also sticks around for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The guys tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Cardinals matchup and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (28:12)! 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.

Co-host of At the Letters Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Ailish Forfar & JD Bunkis to look back on the Blue Jays' weekend in Boston, before discussing the team's needs ahead of the trade deadline and the limited options available (01:44). They then jump into text-line Tuesday to answer all of your questions including: the F1 season in review, Blue Jays' deadline targets, John Schneider's future with Toronto and mosh pit experiences. 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.

JD Bunkis is back on The FAN Morning Show! He and Ailish Forfar chat about his week off before delving into the Blue Jays and what we should expect from them ahead of the trade deadline. JD then relates Matthew Tkachuk's situation to the Maple Leafs and the future of Auston Mathews. Later on, Ailish shares her Tuesday edition of the A-List featuring chess playing robots and Kyler Murray's odd contract requirements (43:34). 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.

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show is here live from Jays Care Golf Classic at The Country Club in Woodbridge! Former Blue Jay Matt Stairs joins them live from the course to talk about his career with the Jays, his favourite memories playing, and what qualities he sees in this current Jays team (00:23). Afterwards Jose Cruz Jr. joins Ailish and Justin live on location and chat about his plan for the tournament today, before sharing a few of his best memories of playing in Toronto (26:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The third hour of The FAN Morning Show is here with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert live from the Jays Care Golf Classic at The Country Club in Woodbridge! They are joined by ESPN hockey writer Greg Wyshynski to look back on the blockbuster trade that sent Matthew Tkachuk to the Panthers, weighs in on the Flames' return in the deal, and discusses if the Leafs have improved or declined over this off-season (02:00). The pair are then joined by Susan Hallsworth, Director of Philanthropy for Jays Care, to chat about today's event and the mission for the Jays Care Foundation (25:03). Finally, Ailish and Justin get their best bets together for a Monday edition of Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (36:56). 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 affiliates.

The second hour of The FAN Morning Show is live from the Jays Care Golf Classic at The Country Club in Woodbridge! Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert are joined by former Blue Jays first base coach Tim Leiper to talk about the impressive weekend for the Blue Jays after the All-Star break (00:46). Then they are joined by Sportsnet soccer writer Peter Galindo to discuss Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi's debuts for TFC over the weekend, and how the new additions could impact TFC's season (23:28). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert host live from the Jays Care Golf Classic at The Country Club in Woodbridge! They discuss the Blue Jays’ weekend sweep over the Red Sox, Alek Manoah’s fiery outing on Saturday, and the team’s offensive explosion in their first series after the All-Star Break. Then, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on the Panthers’ acquisition of Matthew Tkachuk from the Flames and Calgary taking on expiring contracts with Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar. 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.

Nick Richard, writer for Leafs Nation, stops by to chat about the Leafs’ off-season moves thus far, his level of confidence in the team’s new goaltending tandem, and the best lineup fit for Rasmus Sandin. Later, Jared Carrabis, co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast, joins Sam and Brent to discuss the uncertain futures of Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers in Boston and which teams might be the favourites to land Juan Soto (25:23). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman joins Sam and Brent to discuss Toronto’s decision not to pitch Jose Berrios against the Red Sox this weekend, if the Jays should take a run at Juan Soto, and the team’s new batting order. Later, the guys conduct their “Best Beer Draft,” selecting the best situations that call for a satisfying cold beer (26:13). 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.

Peter Galindo, soccer scribe for Sportsnet, joins Sam and Brent to discuss Toronto FC’s recent influx of Italian signings, how Lorenzo Insigne’s game might translate to MLS, and TFC’s struggles over the past couple of seasons. Afterwards, Trey Wingo, host of the Half Forgotten History podcast, checks in to chat about his experience playing Canada’s prestigious Cabot Cliffs golf course, and the Arizona Cardinals inking Kyler Murray to a lucrative contract negotiations (28:30). 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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss the Blue Jays’ pitching rotation for this weekend’s series against the Red Sox, Jose Berrios’ inconsistency this season, and lingering concerns about the bullpen. Later, Sam and Brent reveal their respective lists of the most popular athletes in Toronto (29:08). 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.

Joon Lee, MLB writer for ESPN, joins Brent and Sam to discuss the likelihood of Juan Soto being dealt before the trade deadline, MLB prohibiting teams from trading draft picks, and the New York Yankees’ historic season thus far. Jeremy Rutherford, NHL and St. Louis Blues reporter for The Athletic, checks in to discuss the latest buzz surrounding potential trade suitors for Matthew Tkachuk, the Blues’ interest in Tkachuk, and what comes next for the Calgary Flames (23:59). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of The Ross Tucker Football Podcast, joins Sam and Brent to discuss Lamar Jackson’s contract situation, the 49ers granting Jimmy Garoppolo permission to seek a trade, and expectations for Tom Brady this season. Joe House, host of the Fairway Rollin’ Podcast, stops by to chat about Rory McIlroy’s loss at the Open Championship, how LIV Golf is complicating the current golf landscape, and Henrik Stenson relinquishing his Ryder Cup captaincy in order to join the LIV tour (25:05). 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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss Matthew Tkachuk reportedly informing the Calgary Flames that he will not re-sign with the team and if the Maple Leafs should consider pursuing him. Later, the guys present some hypothetical Tkachuk trades for teams across the NHL (28:13). 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.

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Sam and Brent to discuss Nazem Kadri’s free agent situation, Matthew Tkachuk’s uncertain future in Calgary, Rasmus Sandin’s RFA status and the possibility of an offer sheet, and how the Leafs could navigate their current salary cap dilemma. Brian Geltzeiler, analyst for SiriusXM NBA Radio and NBA TV, checks in to chat about the chances Kevin Durant begins next season in Brooklyn and the Knicks’ push to acquire Donovan Mitchell (26:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Jon Tayler, editor for FanGraphs, joins Sam and Brent to discuss the Nationals’ desire to include Patrick Corbin in any Juan Soto trade and Aaron Judge’s uncertain future in New York. Afterwards, the guys chime in on Pierre Engvall’s comments about his desire to become a 20-goal scorer next season (20:23). Later, Charles Davis, NFL analyst for CBS, stops by to chat about Mac Jones’ outlook for the 2022 NFL season, Baker Mayfield’s move to Carolina, how Russell Wilson might fare in Denver, and the Bills being pre-season betting favourites to win the Super Bowl (26:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss their takeaways from last night’s MLB All-Star Game, Alek Manoah’s viral mic’d up moment, the Nationals’ desired trade haul for Juan Soto, and if the Blue Jays have enough assets to enter the Soto sweepstakes. Later, Sam and Brent share their thoughts on the latest speculation surrounding a possible Matthew Tkachuk trade and if Leaf fans should be concerned about Auston Matthews’ future (35:40). 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.

Gord Stellick, former NHL GM and co-host of Leafs Nation Pre and Post-Game, stops by to discuss Nazem Kadri’s free agency situation, Colorado’s cap crunch, and the Leafs’ off-season thus far. Later, Ricky Romero joins Brent and Sam to chat about last night’s MLB Home Run Derby, his experience being an All-Star in 2011, Vlad Jr.’s reputation around baseball, and Juan Soto’s uncertain future in Washington (25:12). 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 Brent and Sam to discuss Cameron Smith’s win at St. Andrew’s, LIV Golf’s quest to usurp the PGA Tour, and Rory McIlroy coming up short at the majors. Afterwards, the guys share their winners and losers from the first week of NHL free agency (29:27). 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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss last night’s Home Run Derby, Pete Alonso falling short of a three-peat, and how the derby compares to other All-Star events around sports. Later, Brent and Sam discuss Nazem Kadri’s ongoing free agency process and which teams could be his top suitors (37:33).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Luke Fox, NHL writer for Sportsnet, joins Sam and Brent to discuss the Maple Leafs’ crowded bottom six, Rasmus Sandin’s contract status, and his confidence level in the team's new goaltending tandem. Later, Jason Sobel, golf scribe for The Action Network and analyst for SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, stops by to chat about Cameron Smith’s clinical putting performance on Sunday and his potential defection to LIV Golf (24:34). Afterwards, Sam and Brent close out the show by giving their picks for tonight’s MLB Home Run Derby!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 to discuss Juan Soto turning down a reported $440 million extension from the Nationals, the potential price tag of a Vlad Jr. extension, and where the Blue Jays sit at the All-Star break. Afterwards, the guys discuss Cameron Smith being asked about LIV Golf after winning The Open Championship and additional PGA players defecting to the LIV tour (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.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys discuss the Blue Jays’ first half of the season, John Schneider’s first week at the helm, Cameron Smith’s victory at The Open Championship, and Rory McIlroy failing to convert on his 52-hole lead. Later, Sam and Brent weigh in on the Leafs’ signing of Calle Jarnkrok, Rasmus Sandin’s lingering contract negotiations, and Pierre Engvall’s one-year extension (34:26). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

David Pagnotta, Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period, checks in to discuss how Johnny Gaudreau ended up in Columbus, the Flames going all-in to keep Matthew Tkachuk, the Leafs’ moves during the first two days of free agency, and potential suitors for Nazem Kadri and John Klingberg. Later, Blake joins George and Justin for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The guys tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Royals game and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (28:47)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Former NHL executive Pierre McGuire joins George Rusic and Justin Cuthbert to discuss Johnny Gaudreau landing in Columbus, Matt Murray’s fit with the Maple Leafs, and Toronto’s signings of Victor Mete and Jordie Benn. Afterwards, new Oilers goaltender Jack Campbell stops by to chat about his decision to sign with Edmonton and the growth he experienced in Toronto (22:52). Later, Tim Leiper, former Blue Jays first base coach, checks in to discuss the timing of Charlie Montoyo’s dismissal, the role of a modern-day MLB manager, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s inconsistency this season (36:35). 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.

George Rusic and Justin Cuthbert host! The guys discuss their takeaways from the opening round of the Open Championship, the Blue Jays’ 3-1 loss to the Royals on Thursday, John Schneider’s decision to tinker with the team’s batting order, and Bo Bichette’s comments about Charlie Montoyo’s firing. Later, George and Justin weigh in on Johnny Gaudreau’s remarks about his decision to leave Calgary and if Gaudreau’s situation should give Leafs fans any pause about Auston Matthews (33:53).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 Sam discuss their concerns regarding the Leafs' inability to find a winger that complements John Tavares and the organization’s commitment to Alex Kerfoot. Afterwards, Blake Murphy weighs in on Charlie Montoyo’s tenure as the Blue Jays’ manager and Ross Stripling’s success this season. Blake also sticks around for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The guys tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Royals matchup and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (19:21). 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.

Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD and Sam to discuss Kyle Dubas’ commitment to his “plan,” Dubas' inconsistent track record in the trade market, and Toronto’s underwhelming bottom six. Later, Kevin Woodley, goalie analyst for InGoal Magazine and reporter for NHL.com, stops by to chat about Matt Murray's upside, what went wrong in Ottawa, and Ilya Samsonov’s fit as the Leafs' backup (31:08). 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.

JD hosts alongside Sam McKee. They discuss the Blue Jays’ decision to dismiss Charlie Montoyo and John Schneider being appointed as interim manager. Afterwards, JD and Sam weigh in on the Leafs’ moves from the opening day of NHL free agency, including the signing of Ilya Samsonov and changes to the bottom six (20:09). Later, the guys discuss Ilya Mikheyev’s lucrative contract with the Vancouver Canucks and Johnny Gaudreau signing in Columbus (40:40). 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.

Sportsnet NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman joins the show to discuss the Leafs’ decision to move on from Jack Campbell, why the team settled on Matt Murray, the current market for backup goaltenders, the Leafs’ desire to reshape their bottom six, ongoing negotiations with Rasmus Sandin, what Johnny Gaudreau’s departure means for Calgary, and potential suitors for UFA Ilya Mikheyev. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! Blake delivers his Raptors Summer League report and the team assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:33)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD and Ailish to discuss why the Leafs “soured” on Jack Campbell, Kyle Dubas pivoting to Matt Murray, the importance of capitalizing on the final two years of Auston Matthews’ existing contract, and the market for Nazem Kadri. Afterwards, Stephen Brunt stops by to chat about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s inconsistency this season and the pressure facing the Jays’ front office to augment the team’s current roster (27:07). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ much-needed 4-3 win over the Phillies on Tuesday, Jose Berrios’ strong outing, Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s underrated production this season, and concerns about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent struggles. Then, they weigh in on Johnny Gaudreau’s decision to leave the Calgary Flames, Evgeni Malkin re-signing with the Penguins, and the Maple Leafs’ biggest needs as free agency begins today (24:06). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (36:38)!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.

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, checks in to discuss the Leafs’ decision to commit to Matt Murray, who the Leafs might pursue as a backup goaltender, Jack Campbell’s departure, how Toronto might use their remaining cap space, the market for Nazem Kadri, and potential suitors for Evgeni Malkin. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up tonight’s Blue Jays-Phillies series opener and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:19). 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.

Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List! Afterwards, Jon Morosi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ recent struggles, potential trade targets in the pitching market, and the lack of high-end offensive production from the Jays’ top stars (11:51). Later, JD and Ailish head to the text line to field comments and questions from listeners (36:49). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Maple Leafs’ acquisition of Matt Murray, the team’s decision to move on from Jack Campbell, Kyle Dubas showing signs of desperation in his negotiations with the Senators, and the pros and cons of the Murray deal. 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.

In the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, JD Bunkis & Ailish Forfar are joined by co-host of the "At the Letters" podcast Ben Nicholson-Smith to talk about the Blue Jays' disastrous West coast trip and the current biggest needs for this team (00:32). Later on, it's time for a birthday edition of Wake & Rake, presented by Unibet! Featuring the miserable Phoenix Coyotes, MLB futures, and some diamond picks for tonight's slate (17:52)! 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 affiliates.

The second hour of The FAN Morning Show gets underway with co-host of The FAN Drive Time Ben Ennis (01:28) discussing the Blue Jays' 4-game sweep at the hands of the Seattle Mariners and sorting through the roster to identify who should shoulder some of the blame. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (32:43) joins JD and Ailish to round up the weekend of Leafs rumors! Is Matt Murray going to the be a Leaf? Are the Oilers in on Jack Campbell? And what can we take away from the Leafs' draft this weekend? 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 breakdown the Blue Jays' tough weekend in Seattle and why it is unlikely anything changes soon, before getting into the wider conversation concerning if the Jays' season should be viewed as a disappointment so far. Afterwards, they discus the rumours linking Matt Murray to Toronto. Then, Ailish brings us a birthday edition of the A-List! Featuring free slurpees and Zack Wilson's off-field behavior (42:12). 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.

Co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne Nick Kypreos joins JD Bunkis and Ailish Forfar to reflect on Thursday's NHL Draft and look ahead to the biggest questions for the Toronto Maple Leafs this off-season including who will start in goal (00:14). Later, the pair find today's best bets for the daily Wake & Rake, presented by Unibet (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 affiliates.

JD & Ailish brave the outage to react to this year's NHL Draft full of surprising picks and unexpected twists, before Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins to add the conversation (11:24)! Later on, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:49)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD and Ailish are joined by the host of '32 Thoughts' & 'The Jeff Marek Show' Jeff Marek live from Montreal to preview the 2022 NHL draft (00:27)! Could we see Montreal make a move up top? Who does Jeff think will go first? And what exactly is Kyle Dubas' plan? Later, they are joined by Blake Murphy for a Thursday edition of Wake & Rake, presented by Unibet (23:59)! Your one stop shop for all the best bets 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.

FAN Drive Time host Ben Ennis joins JD and Ailish to discuss the Blue Jays snapping their losing streak, where Charlie Montoyo stands with the organization right now, and how Bo Bichette can escape criticism when he struggles (00:18). They are then joined by Nick Richard, Director of North American Scouting for Dobber Hockey, to preview the Leafs' draft plan and the state of Toronto's prospect pool (35:48). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD and Ailish preview the NHL draft and discuss what we should expect to see from the Leafs in the first round. Next, they breakdown how the Jays snapped their 5 game losing streak in Oakland topped off with Bo Bichette's go-ahead homerun. Finally, Ailish serves up the A-List featuring friends bailing on each other, her new found riches, and an Italian soccer club's ban of Blake Murphy (41:01). 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 affiliates.

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, checks in from Montreal to discuss which teams could be most active during tomorrow night’s NHL Draft, the lack of material contract talks between the Leafs and Jack Campbell, and Rasmus Sandin’s contract status. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting odds for today’s Blue Jays-A’s series finale and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (20:14). 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.