The FAN Pregame

In the first hour of The FAN Morning Show, JD Bunkis & Ailish Forfar breakdown the missed call from last night's Stanley cup final and the lasting ramifications it could have, before re-visiting the Nazem Kadri trade from the Leafs and everything that has followed since. JD then talks about the trade rumours surrounding the Toronto Raptors and OG Anunoby, and shares why he thinks it's bogus (26:19). Finally, Ailish brings you a baby-Friday version of the A-List featuring: THE Ohio State university, Lewis Hamilton, and much more (37:08)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the final hour of The FAN Morning Show JD & Ailish are joined by Sportsnet play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman (00:52) to talk about the state of this Jays team, potential bullpen solutions, the starters, and the continued great play of Alejandro Kirk. Blake Murphy then rejoins the gang for a Wednesday edition of Wake 'n' Rake (18:32). They re-litigate last night's Wingsanity and take a look at the Stanley Cup finals. 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.

Former NHLer Kris Versteeg joins JD & Ailish to talk about the Avs and Lightning series, looks back on his experiences playing in the Cup Final, and weighs in on where his former teammate Patrick Kane may end up (01:10). Next, Our Lady Peace bassist Duncan Coutts joins JD to talk about his love for Toronto sports and the band’s upcoming concert at Massey Hallon June 24th (34:10)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish & JD go over last night's wing eating contest at St. Louis Bar & Grill: who won and more importantly who lost! They then talk about the Blue Jays' tough loss to White Sox: Just how overwhelmed has the bullpen become? And what are the possible solutions? Next they touch on Auston Mathews winning the Hart Trophy & Ted Lindsay Award and what it means going forward. Finally, a Wednesday edition of the A-List featuring Trevor Lawrence, potential Blue Jays All Star selections, and LIV + PGA news (35:51). 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 affiliates.

In the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, 15-year NHL veteran Matthew Barnaby joins to discuss Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final, if the Lightning have turned a corner, the play of Nikita Kucherov, and how he sees the series playing out from here (00:30). Blake Murphy re-joins the crew for Wake and Rake presented by Unibet. They preview the wing eating contest going down at St. Louis Bar and Grill tonight, before offering their best bets for tonight's Jays-White Sox game! 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 & Ailish welcome on the host of The FAN Drive Time Stephen Brunt (00:38) to discuss the Jays' 8-7 loss to the White Sox, the options the team has to upgrade the bullpen, and what might be troubling Kevin Gausman recently. JD & Ailish then go over the Kyrie Irving saga in Brooklyn and what resolution we might see. Finally, we head to the text-line for to answer your questions (31:00)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the first hour of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish returns from Montreal and the Canadian Grand Prix to give you a review of her experience! JD then outlines the problems with the Blue Jays in their loss to the White Sox and Kevin Gausman's struggles in June. Finally, the A-List returns (38:23)! 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 affiliates.

Shi Davidi joins the guys to recap the Jays’ tough weekend set vs the Yankees. They discuss how aggressive the front office should be to get the bullpen some help, if winning the division is still an attainable goal, and Nate Pearson's latest physical set-back in what seems to be a trend (00:20). Blake Murphy later joins for Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. They discuss value bets in tonight’s Blue Jays-White Sox matchup, Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, and assemble their daily parlay (23:55)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Luke Fox joins JD and Sam McKee to recap the Avs’ dominant 7-0 win over Tampa Bay in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final (01:03). Have the Lightning’s back-to-back Cup runs finally caught up to them? Is there any way for the champs to get back in this thing? And how will Colorado be able to keep all their young and electrifying upcoming free agents after this playoff run? The guys also recap an exciting F1 weekend in Montreal with Max Verstappen winning the Canadian GP, while Matt Fitzpatrick had a dramatic win at the U.S. Open, the 1st major win of his career (18:17). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD and Sam McKee recap the Blue Jays’ 10-9 win over the Yankees to close out the series on a high, before they air out their frustrations with the bullpen and why the offence seems to embody "Jekyll and Hyde". They also quickly touch on Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, where Colorado looked to be just too much for Tampa Bay (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 affiliates.

Blake Murphy joins JD and Sam to discuss the malaise surrounding the 2022 F1 season, the Celtics’ influx of turnovers in Game 6, Boston’s dwindling championship window, and Andrew Wiggins’ breakthrough with the Warriors. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Yankees series opener, where the odds sit after Round 1 at the U.S. Open, and Saturday’s Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:53)!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 hosts alongside Sam McKee! They share their thoughts on Kevin Gausman’s recent struggles and the Blue Jays’ noticeable void in the bullpen. Afterwards, they discuss the Warriors winning the NBA title, Boston’s abysmal performance on their home floor, and Steph Curry further solidifying his legacy by elevating the Warriors to a championship and winning Finals MVP (17:51). Later, Daniel Ricciardo, Formula 1 driver for McLaren and eight-time Grand Prix winner, joins the show to discuss F1’s long-awaited return to Montreal, his experience winning the 2014 Canadian Grand Prix (the first of his career), and the growth of Formula 1 in North America (38:36). 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.

Peter Forsberg, Hockey Hall of Famer and two-time Stanley Cup champion, joins JD Bunkis and Sam McKee to discuss Colorado’s impressive run to the Cup Final, his signature shootout move, Andrei Vasilevskiy’s prolific playoff resume, and his relationship with fellow countryman Mats Sundin. 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.

Michael Lee, sports enterprise reporter for the Washington Post, stops by to discuss Andrew Wiggins’ importance to the Warriors’ championship quest, Steph Curry’s irrefutable legacy as one of the most influential players in NBA history, and the pressure facing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown heading into Game 6. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. The team tees up the betting lines for today’s Blue-Jays Orioles finale and Game 6 of the NBA Finals. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (23:02). 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.

Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD and Ailish to discuss his takeaways from Colorado’s series-opening win in the Stanley Cup Final, what adjustments the Lightning will need to make in Game 2, and Jack Campbell’s current contract situation. Afterwards, Jeff Blair stops by to chat about Brandon Hyde’s rationale for pitching to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in extra innings, Charlie Montoyo’s decision to let Yimi Garcia face Ryan Mountcastle in the eighth inning, the level of urgency for Ross Atkins to augment the bullpen, and how the Jays can navigate Hyun-Jin Ryu’s contract (31:23). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 7-6 walk-off win over the Orioles, Brandon Hyde’s confounding decision to pitch to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the 10th inning, and lingering concerns about the Blue Jays’ bullpen. Then, JD and Ailish weigh in on Colorado’s thrilling 4-3 OT win over the Lightning in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Avs’ impressive forward depth, and the electric atmosphere inside Ball Arena for the series opener (19:30). Later, we close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (32:38)! 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.

Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman stops by to discuss his first impressions of Gabriel Moreno, the trickle down effect of Hyun-Jin Ryu’s season-ending injury, Ross Stripling’s success since moving into the rotation, Yusei Kikuchi’s inconsistency, and the likelihood of the Blue Jays exploring the trade market for some pitching reinforcements ahead of next month's deadline. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles game. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (21:13). 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.

Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD and Ailish to discuss the legacy implications for Colorado in this year’s Stanley Cup Final, why Tampa matches up well against the Avalanche, the goaltending matchup in the series, the Lightning’s success rate with graduating players from the minors, and the Leafs’ “hypothetical Cup” argument. 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 Gabriel Moreno collecting three hits in his Blue Jays home debut, Hyun-Jin Ryu being ruled out for the remainder of the season, Yusei Kikuchi’s recent struggles, and the need to bolster the starting rotation ahead of the trade deadline. Then, Brad Richards, former NHL forward and two-time Stanley Cup champion, joins the show to discuss his experience squaring off against some of the Lightning’s current core players during the 2015 Stanley Cup Final, Tampa’s quest for a three-peat, Andrei Vasilevskiy’s impressive track record in clutch moments, and Steven Stamkos’ growth as a leader (19:25). We close out the hour with Ailish’s daily edition of the A-List (34:33)!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.

Chris Mannix, senior NBA writer for Sports Illustrated and co-host of The Crossover Podcast, stops by to discuss Boston’s inconsistency during the NBA Finals, Jayson Tatum’s relatively quiet series, Andrew Wiggins’ impact on both ends of the floor, and the Raptors’ reported interest in Rudy Gobert. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles matchup and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (21:57). 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.

Jeff Marek, host of The Jeff Marek Show and co-host of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, joins JD and Ailish to discuss where this year’s Stanley Cup Final matchup ranks in NHL history, Tampa’s dynastic run over the past three seasons, and how the Lightning have shrewdly reloaded their roster in a salary cap era. Afterwards, JD and Ailish head to the text line to field comments and questions from listeners (29:26). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays’ 11-1 win over the Orioles on Monday, Alek Manoah’s winning pedigree, Andrew Wiggins powering the Warriors to a pivotal Game 5 win in the NBA Finals, and Wiggins’ transformation since joining the Warriors. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (35:14)! 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.

Aaron Ward, former NHL defenceman and three-time Stanley Cup champion, stops by to discuss Steven Stamkos’ performance throughout the playoffs, Jon Cooper’s key adjustments after falling down 0-2 against New York, and Tampa's impressive blue line depth. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting odds for Game 5 of the NBA Finals and tonight’s series opener between the Blue Jays and Orioles. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (23:36).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ricky Romero, former MLB pitcher and current Sportsnet analyst, joins JD and Ailish to discuss his takeaways from Gabriel Moreno’s debut weekend, if Moreno can earn a permanent roster spot for the rest of the season, Kevin Gausman’s reduced splitter usage in his outing against Detroit, and Ross Stripling’s simplified approach on the mound. Later, Sportsnet NBA columnist Michael Grange stops by to chat about how the 2022 Warriors compare to Golden State's 2019 Finals team, Steph Curry’s impressive fitness level and how it’s aided his longevity, and Andrew Wiggins’ impressive play during the Finals (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 is back! He and Ailish discuss Gabriel Moreno’s debut weekend in the big leagues, how the Blue Jays might distribute catching duties between Moreno and Alejandro Kirk, and Ross Stripling’s effectiveness as a starter. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on the Lightning reaching their third straight Stanley Cup Final, Tampa’s winning culture, and the misleading comparisons between the Lightning and Maple Leafs (22:45). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (36:36)! 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.

Grant Hill, NBA Hall of Famer and author of GAME: An Autobiography, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his new book, the NBA’s load management crisis, if the league should consider shortening the regular season, Steph Curry’s greatness and what another title would mean for his legacy, and the Celtics’ impressive poise despite their lack of Finals experience. Later, Blake stops by for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Tigers series opener and Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:43). 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.

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Drive Time, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Gabriel Moreno’s potential role alongside Alejandro Kirk and Zack Collins, Moreno’s intriguing offensive profile, Canada Soccer’s ongoing contract dispute with the senior men’s national team, and the budding feud between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, stops by to chat about his trade bait list for the upcoming NHL off-season, if the Leafs could be a potential suitor for John Gibson, Justin Holl’s future, and Evander Kane’s potential asking price in free agency (27:41). 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.

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Lightning’s Game 5 win over the Rangers, Tampa showing their championship mettle, what would constitute a successful weekend for Gabriel Moreno, and Kevin Gausman's recent struggles. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (34:52)! 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.

Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman joins the show to discuss how Gabriel Moreno's call up might impact Alejandro Kirk's workload, the potential timeline for Danny Jansen's stint on the IL, Yusei Kikuchi's recent struggles with command, and if the Jays have any lingering concerns about Kevin Gausman potentially tipping pitches. Later, Blake and Sam McKee join Ailish and Justin for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! Sam weighs in with his best bets for this weekend’s RBC Canadian Open (25:19). Afterwards, Blake, Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Rangers-Lightning game and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (41:27). 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.

Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus and NBA scribe for Sportsnet, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the timing of Gabriel Moreno’s call up, why Moreno’s stint might be temporary, how the Blue Jays can manage their three-catcher rotation, and the Celtics’ Game 3 win over the Warriors in the NBA Finals. Later, Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to chat about Tampa’s back-to-back wins in the Eastern Conference Final, the Rangers hoping to capitalize on home ice advantage in Game 5, and the intrigue goaltending battle between Andrei Vasilevskiy and Igor Shesterkin (30:37). 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.

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays’ decision to promote Gabriel Moreno from Triple-A Buffalo and Yusei Kikuchi’s struggles yesterday in Kansas City. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on Ken Holland’s comments about the Oilers’ goaltending situation, the lack of true No. 1 goalies in the NHL, and what it means for the Leafs’ off-season plans (21:56). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (34:46)!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.

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by to discuss the level of concern surrounding Hyun-Jin Ryu's latest elbow ailment, Nate Pearson's potential timeline for a return to the big leagues, the Blue Jays' handling of Gabriel Moreno, and Alejandro Kirk’s long-term. Later, Tim Micallef, host of Tim and Friends, joins JD and Ailish to discuss Canada Soccer’s ongoing labour negotiations with the senior men’s national team (24:52). He also sticks around for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for today’s Blue Jays-Royals finale and Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They also assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (34:19)! 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.

Seerat Sohi, NBA columnist and podcast host for The Ringer, joins JD and Ailish to discuss her observations from Games 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals, the ceiling for Steph Curry’s legacy, Klay Thompson’s inconsistency this post-season, Andrew Wiggins reigniting his career in Golden State, and new Lakers coach Darvin Ham publicly expressing confidence in Russell Westbrook. 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 Alek Manoah’s dominant outing against the Royals, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s “chronic” elbow issues, and Zack Collins being promoted from Triple-A to fill Danny Jansen's roster spot instead of Gabriel Moreno.. Afterwards, Adam Foote, former NHL defenceman and two-time Stanley Cup champion, discusses Colorado’s sweep over the Oilers, his son Cal playing in his first post-season with Tampa, Cale Makar’s dominance, and the upcoming E:60 documentary on the storied rivalry between the Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings (13:15). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (32:47)! 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.

Matthew Barnaby, former NHL forward and host of the Unfiltered podcast, joins the show to discuss the Oilers’ biggest off-season priorities, Cale Makar’s unique skill set, the Avs’ impressive lineup depth, the chances Evander Kane will land a long-term deal this summer, and lingering questions surrounding the Maple Leafs’ goaltending situation. Later, Blake jumps in with JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The crew tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Royals matchup and Game 4 between the Lightning and Rangers. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (23:37)! 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.

Brian Scalabrine, former NBA forward, 2008 NBA champion, and current co-host of The Starting Lineup on SiriusXM NBA Radio, joins the show to discuss his takeaways from Games 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals, Jordan Poole being a liability on defence, his experience being on the Warriors’ coaching staff during the early days of Steph Curry’s career, what an additional title would mean for Curry’s legacy, and how Jayson Tatum can strike a better balance on the offensive end of the floor. Later, JD and Ailish react to breaking news surrounding Dustin Johnson’s official resignation from the PGA Tour following his decision to join LIV Golf. They also field texts and questions from listeners (24:59)!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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Avalanche advancing to the Stanley Cup Final with a sweep over the Oilers, what comes next for Edmonton, Cale Makar’s dominance on both ends of the ice, and whether the Leafs made a mistake moving on from Zach Hyman. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 8-0 win over the Royals and Ross Stripling tossing five shutout innings in his return to the rotation. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (33:05)!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.

LaTroy Hawkins, former MLB pitcher and current Twins TV analyst, joins the show to discuss Minnesota’s game plan against Kevin Gausman on Sunday, why he’s skeptical that Gausman was tipping pitches, and Jose Berrios’ dominant 13-strikeout performance on Saturday. 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-Royals series opener and Game 4 between the Oilers and Avalanche. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:31)!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.

Former Blue Jays first base coach Tim Leiper joins JD and Ailish to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. adjusting his approach after a sluggish start to the season, Alejandro Kirk’s breakout, if Kevin Gausman was tipping his pitches during yesterday’s start, and ex-Blue Jays Russell Martin and JA Happ announcing their retirement last week. Afterwards, Michael Peca, former NHL forward, two-time Selke Trophy winner, and current Rochester Americans assistant coach, stops by to chat about Patrice Bergeron winning the Selke Trophy, his experience being a part of the Oilers’ 2006 Stanley Cup Final run, Colorado’s impressive lineup depth, why the Leafs should run it back, and the goaltending battle between Andrei Vasilevskiy and Igor Shesterkin in the Eastern Conference Final (23:42). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. beginning to find his stride at the plate, the Lightning’s pivotal Game 3 win over New York on Sunday, how the Leafs’ roster compares to the Rangers' personnel, the Oilers being on the brink of elimination, Canada Soccer’s dispute with the senior men’s national team, and the Warriors drawing even with the Celtics in the NBA Finals. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (36:19)! 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.

Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman joins JD and Ailish to discuss Alek Manoah’s impressive start to the season, his moxie on the mound and vibrant personality in the clubhouse, the biggest factors that have contributed to the Jays' offensive turnaround, and how Ross Stripling's reinsertion into the starting rotation impacts the team's bullpen depth. Later, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Twins game and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus and NBA scribe for Sportsnet.ca, joins the show to discuss the Celtics’ thrilling comeback victory over the Warriors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Boston’s fourth quarter barrage from beyond the arc, what a title would mean for Jayson Tatum’s young career, and how this series could impact Steph Curry’s legacy. Afterwards, Blake also weighs in on how the Blue Jays should handle Hyun-Jin Ryu’s latest IL stint and what his role could be upon his return (28:19). Later, JD and Ailish chime in on Dustin Johnson’s decision to join LIV Golf and his absence from the RBC Canadian Open (34:48). 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.

JD and Ailish discuss the Blue Jays extending their win streak to eight games, the team’s improved plate discipline during this stretch, valuable depth contributions throughout the lineup, and Hyun-Jin Ryu being placed on the 15-day IL. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on Colorado’s 4-0 win over Edmonton in Game 2 and Nazem Kadri jumpstarting the Avs’ offence on Thursday (14:53). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (30:54)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher and current Blue Jays analyst for Sportsnet and Sportsnet 590 The FAN, checks in to discuss Danny Jansen’s pull-side approach at the plate, Alejandro Kirk’s maturation as a hitter, Jansen and Kirk forming arguably the best catching tandem in baseball, the team’s offensive surge over the past week, and Toronto’s slew of one-run wins this season. Afterwards, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet! The team tees up the betting lines for today’s Blue Jays-White Sox series finale and Game 2 between the Oilers and Avalanche. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (19:39). 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.

Andrew Bogut, former NBA center and co-host of the Rogue Bogues podcast, joins the show to discuss the Warriors’ dynastic run, Andrew Wiggins’ career resurgence in Golden State, Steph Curry’s greatness, and his experience being a member of the Warriors’ 2015 title team. Later, Jackie Redmond, studio host for NHL and WWE Network, stops by to chat about if the Oilers should make a change in net for Game 2 against Colorado, Edmonton’s defensive warts, and the Rangers’ series-opening win over the Lightning (33:40). 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 extending their winning streak to seven games with a 7-3 win over the White Sox, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. getting off the schneid with a two-run homer, Danny Jansen and Alejandro Kirk emerging as one of the best catching duos in baseball, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s latest forearm injury, and the taxing workload on the Jays’ bullpen. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (28:51)!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.

Arden Zwelling, MLB columnist for Sportsnet.ca and co-host of the At The Letters podcast, joins the show to discuss Kevin Gausman’s outing on Tuesday, his latest article on Teoscar Hernandez's early-season struggles, and Alejandro Kirk’s mature approach at the plate. Later, Blake Murphy joins JD and Ailish to chat about the OG Anunoby trade rumours before diving into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. The team tees up tonight’s series opener between the Lightning and Rangers and the Blue Jays-White Sox game. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (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.

Ben Nicholson-Smith, Sportsnet MLB editor and co-host of the At The Letters podcast, joins the show to discuss Alejandro Kirk’s emergence as one of the Blue Jays’ most dangerous hitters, Gabriel Moreno’s potential fit on the big league roster, the team’s holes in the bullpen, and Nate Pearson joining Triple-A Buffalo. Afterwards, JD and Ailish share their thoughts on Jake Fischer’s report regarding OG Anunoby and his trade appeal around the NBA (19:45). Later, Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to chat about the influx of offence in Game 1 of the Oilers-Avalanche series, if Mike Smith deserves to start Game 2, and the NHL’s controversial ruling on Cale Makar’s first period goal (32:03). 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 Colorado’s 8-6 win over the Oilers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final, why the abundance of goals didn’t necessarily translate to quality hockey, Mike Smith’s poor track record in Game 1s, and Cale Makar’s controversial first period goal that was ruled onside. Afterwards, JD and Ailish weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 6-5 win over the White Sox, the team’s current six-game winning streak, Alejandro Kirk’s two-homer night, and the team’s lingering bullpen concerns (24:57). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (36:54)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

A.J. Pierzynski, former MLB catcher and current FOX MLB analyst, joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays' exciting young core, his admiration for the City of Toronto, his experience stepping into the batters' box against Kevin Gausman, the White Sox's start to the season, and his favourite Mark Buehrle story. Afterwards, Blake joins JD and Ailish for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. The crew tees up tonight’s series opener between the Blue Jays and White Sox as well as Game 1 of the Western Conference Final between the Oilers and Avalanche. They also assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (24:28). 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.