The FAN Pregame

Luke Fox joins the show to discuss Erik Källgren taking advantage of his opportunity amidst Petr Mrázek's continued struggles, Kyle Dubas' level of urgency to make a deal before Monday's deadline, the Leafs' interest in Jacob Middleton, and John Tavares' strong player over the last two games with Auston Matthews sidelines (0:22). Then, Ben Wagner checks in from Dunedin to chat about the vibe at Jays camp, Matt Chapman's impact on the team's championship aspirations, Vlad Jr.'s determined mindset for 2022, and the importance of getting a full season from George Springer (26:02).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.

Blake and Justin discuss the Leafs' 3-2 win over the Hurricanes on Thursday, Erik Källgren providing the Leafs with a steady hand in between the pipes, and potential trade fits for Toronto on the blue line (3:01). Later, the guys weigh in on the Raiders' acquisition of Davante Adams and the Baker Mayfield drama (36:40).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.

Justin Bourne stops by to discuss why the Leafs may be desperate to make a move ahead of Monday's trade deadline, the lack of obvious trade targets on the blue line, and the team's reported desire to reshape their fourth line (6:36). Later, Joe Siddall checks in from Dunedin to chat about the buzz around Jays camp, the team's catching situation, and why José Ramírez would be an ideal fit for Toronto (27:04).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.

Frank Seravalli phones into discuss the Panthers' acquisition cost for Ben Chiarot, what it means for other defencemen on the trade market, Mark Giordano's desire to play in Toronto, the Leafs' reluctance to move their first-round pick and prospects for a rental, and if Kyle Dubas is canvassing the market for possible goaltending reinforcements (0:44). Later, the morning team tees up the betting odds for tonight's Leafs-Hurricanes game, offers their favourite picks for the opening day of March Madness, and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (36:29).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Shi Davidi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays' chances of striking a deal for José Ramírez, the team's desire to make additional moves before Opening Day, the depth of Toronto's farm system, and the current composition of the bullpen (2:57). Afterwards, Will Buxton chats about how Netflix's Drive to Survive series has contributed to the growth of Formula 1 in North America, Max Verstappen's decision to not participate in the show, the rivalry between Mercedes and Red Bull, and how the new regulations will impact the level of parity on the grid in 2022 (28:10).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss the latest speculation surrounding a possible José Ramírez trade, why the timing would be appropriate to invest meaningful prospect capital in a Ramírez deal, and Elliotte Friedman's latest reporting regarding the Leafs' trade deadline plans (0:46). Later, the crew weighs in on the Raptors' current give-game winning streak and the team's quest to crack the top six in the Eastern Conference (41:33).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.

Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to comment on the Jays' reported acquisition of Matt Chapman, his elite defensive prowess at third base, the market for Kyle Schwarber, the organization's desire to add a left-handed bat, which prospects might be heading back to the Athletics in the Chapman trade, and the Jays likely being out of the Freddie Freeman sweepstakes (0:54). Afterwards, Ben Ennis stops by to talk about the defensive impact that Chapman will bring to the Jays, what the addition means for Hyun-jin Ryu, how Chapman fits in the batting order, and what the Jays may look to add next (27:29).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Carlos Baerga phones in to chat about his report that the Blue Jays have traded for Oakland Athletics third baseman Matt Chapman, what the return may be, and other players the Jays might be pursuing (1:08). Next, Jon Morosi stops by to give his thoughts on the deal, what Chapman brings to the team, the possible return, how these talk would've started, and where the team is at in its pursuit of Kyle Schwarber (16:40). Then the morning crew assembles a quick Wake and Rake parlay (34:14). To finish the hour, Jim Bowden gives his perspective on the trade, how Chapman fits with the Jays, possible return, how he would grade the trade with what info he has, and whether Eddie Rosario would make sense for Toronto (38:47).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.

Stephen Brunt joins the show to discuss the weirdness surrounding this year's Leafs team, the urgency within the Blue Jays' front office, ownership's commitment to investing in this team, Vlad and Bo holding leverage in their contract situation, and if Toronto would consider dipping into their prospect capital to make a big move (1:32). Later, the morning team discusses Carlos Baerga's report that the Blue Jays are close to acquiring Matt Chapman from the Oakland Athletics (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.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss Erik Källgren notching a shutout, in his first NHL start, contrasting his style to that of Petr Mrazek's, Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments about his team's goaltending issues this season, the possibility of adding a top-six forward to complement John Tavares ahead of Monday's deadline, and the latest buzz surrounding the Jays' pursuit of Freddie Freeman and Kyle Schwarber (1:08). Later, the team delivers a mini A-List (40:56).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Former Blue Jays catcher Caleb Joseph phones in to chat about former teammate Yusei Kikuchi, the pitcher's strengths, who Kikuchi reminds him of, the intricacies of catching, and what makes Danny Jansen special (2:00). Afterwards, Rick Tocchet stops by to discuss Auston Matthews' suspension, Petr Mrazek's style of play, the state of the Leafs' goaltending, the importance of playing a complete game, and Sheldon Keefe's defensive deployment (24:25).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.

Jeff Blair joins the show to discuss the Jays' desire to add an impact left-handed bat, the buzz surrounding Freddie Freeman and Kyle Schwarber, the prospect of Vlad Jr. moving back to third base, and Jose Ramirez's trade value (0:32). Afterwards, the morning drew tees up the betting lines for tonight's Leafs-Stars game, and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:05).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.

Jeff Marek stops by to discuss the legacy of Scott Hall, Matthews' suspension, how the Leafs will cope with his absence over the next two games, Toronto's biggest priorities ahead of next Monday's trade deadline, and the ramifications of the Josh Manson deal on the trade market (0:30). Later, the morning crew heads to the text line to respond to comments and questions from listeners (25:39).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.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss Auston Matthews receiving a two-game suspension for his cross-check on Rasmus Dahlin, Colorado's acquisition cost for Josh Manson, the Blue Jays' reported pursuit of Freddie Freeman and Kyle Schwarber, how both players would fit in the Jays' lineup, and Scottie Barnes delivering another standout performance in a win over the Lakers (2:18). Later, the group chats about the Jaguars' free agency spending spree (43:23).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.

The morning team chats about Petr Mrazek's poor play with the Maple Leafs, how the front office might manage his contract situation beyond this season, the prospect of adding another blue liner and how it might impact the team's outlook, and the pressure on Kyle Dubas to make a move of consequence before next Monday's trade deadline (0:24). To wrap, Arden Zwelling discusses the Blue Jays adding Yusei Kikuchi, why the organization is enamored with his pitching arsenal, Nate Pearson's mechanical adjustments on the mound, and the Jays' interested in a potential reunion with Jonathan Villar (25:07).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.

Michael Grange phones in to chat about the Raptors' back-to-back wins against Phoenix and Denver over the weekend, the team's tendency to play up against good competition, the Lakers' perils this season, Scottie Barnes' continued progression, and his chances of winning Rookie of the Year (0:18). Later, the morning crew tees up the betting lines for Raptors-Lakers, and assembles the daily Wake and Rake parlay (28:00).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.

Ben Ennis joins the show to chat about MLB's new CBA, the top Jays storylines heading into spring training, the signing of Yusei Kikuchi, the team's plans for Nate Pearson, the prospect of pursuing Kyle Schwarber, and other holes the front office might look to address before Opening Day (4:13). Afterwards, they chat about expectations for Gabriel Moreno and the release of Drive to Survive season four (36:16). 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.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss the Leafs' 5-2 loss to the Sabres in the Heritage Classic, Petr Mrazek's sustained struggles this season, if the team needs to pursue a goalie via trade, and the Blue Jays' signing of Yusei Kikuchi (1:05). Afterwards, the team weighs in on Tom Brady's decision to unretire and return to the Buccaneers (37:16).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.

A very happy Dan Shulman joins the morning team as the Blue Jays begin to report to Spring Training down in Dunedin. They discuss the idea of prospect capital, kick around a few mock trades, and securing pieces to bolster the bullpen (3:12). Plus, Dan gives a few nuggets for the upcoming March Madness tournament, including a Canadian to watch in Arizona (22:15). Afterwards, The Athletic's James Mirtle takes a look at the coming trade deadline, what Petr Mrazek's trade value is right now, and if the recent goaltending struggles have changed Kyle Dubas' plans (27:45).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.

Ben Nicholson-Smith stops by to chat about the new CBA, how much the Blue Jays should be looking into Kris Bryant, how the vaccination status of players will play into the free agent market (especially when it comes to signing in Toronto), and how much the Jays value prospects like Gabriel Moreno and Orelvis Martinez (0:23). Plus, Coolbet's Kris Abbott stops by for the Friday edition of the Wake and Rake parlay (25:01)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin bring on MLB Insider Jon Morosi to take a look around the free agency market, including agents discussing new deals for clients such as Carlos Correa and Freddie Freeman and what they're looking for (0:45). Jon also discusses the remaining priorities for the Blue Jays, including the potential for more starting pitching, and the availability of Jose Ramirez (7:32). To finish the hour, the morning team has a discussion on the Auston Matthews no-call in overtime against the Coyotes, and how he needs to be getting more calls overall (39:57).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.

JD, Blake and Justin break down the Leafs' loss to the Coyotes, which falls on the shoulders of the goaltending with Jack Campbell out for two weeks with a rib injury. They discuss the play of Petr Mrazek, the need to acquire a new goaltender to pair with Campbell once he returns, and the potential for the Leafs to trade another first round pick to acquire an upgrade in net (0:38). They also kick around several names that might be available on the trade market (19:58). Later, the guys break down the new MLB CBA and rule changes on the week's final edition of the A-List (31:37)!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.

Bomani Jones stops by to discuss his new sports talk show 'Game Theory' on HBO, and why such a late-night talk show format hasn't really been done before, before touching on James Harden vs. Kevin Durant, and if the fan - athlete relationship has changed for the better or worse (3:17). Afterwards, MLB Network's Jim Duquette stops by to give a former GM's perspective on where the MLB labour negotiations are at, and why the International Draft has become a contentious part of the discussions (29:43).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.

Colby Armstrong joins the show to to chat about his latest trip around the world for Sportsnet hot off a visit to Vegas. He discusses Auston Matthews' place as the best player in hockey, and also admits to losing to Cabbie in Topgolf (2:23). Afterwards, the morning crew discusses cringeworthy encounters they've had with athletes, DeMar DeRozan coming through for the Bulls (once again), and get to Wake and Rake picks (29:56).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin bring on Ian Tulloch to discuss the role of a few Leafs defencemen, including the recent play of Timothy Liljegren, how prominent his minutes should be going forward, the various pairings for Liljegren, the play of Morgan Rielly since signing his new contract, how Ilya Lybushkin has looked since arriving from Arizona, and how a lot of the discussions surrounding the defence hinges on the health of Jake Muzzin (0:56). Afterwards, the morning team chats about Carson Wentz getting traded to the Washington Commanders, whether or not that moves the needle, and what's next with the 2022 QB carousel (36:17).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss the Raptors getting back to their winning ways, snapping a three-game losing streak by beating the Spurs in San Antonio, denying Gregg Popovich from becoming the NBA's all-time leader in coaching wins in the process. They debate whether or not either the team would do a Pascal Siakam - Dejounte Murray trade right now, where in the 2016 NBA Draft Fred VanVleet would go in a redraft, and if the Thaddeus Young trade was a win or not for the team (0:28). Afterwards, the A-List takes a detour into the MLB labour negotiations, and how the International Draft is now a sticking point (40:48).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 joins the show to discuss the current roster construction of the Leafs, whether or not Kyle Dubas has to reward one of the best seasons in franchise history by making a trade for a difference maker to shore up roster holes, and if what the Leafs are doing offensively is sustainable in the playoffs (1:10). Afterwards, Mike Florio stops by to discuss the big Seattle-Denver trade in the NFL, where the roots for a Russell Wilson trade may have begun, revisiting 'Let Russ Cook', and whether or not Tom Brady might actually play after all in 2022 (28:10).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin chat with Ross Tucker on the turbulent day around the NFL, Russell Wilson's potential longevity on a rejuvenated Denver squad, if the price tag is worth it, and if the Broncos were the only destination Wilson really wanted to go to (0:27). They also discuss Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley getting suspended for gambling by the NFL (18:45). To wrap, the morning crew previews Raptors - Spurs from a betting perspective, and get into the Wake and Rake (33:47)!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.

JD, Blake and Justin bring on Sportsnet's Jeff Marek to debate the merits of Auston Matthews vs. Igor Shesterkin in the Hart Trophy race, and how to differentiate between a skater and a goaltender in what they do when they're on the ice (0:48). Afterwards, they discuss the MLB and Players' Association keeping everyone up until the wee hours of the morning, as the International Draft and Competitive Balance Tax continue to be hang-ups (27:00). Plus, fresh off a Jackie Moon appearance in last night's Warriors - Clippers game, the guys debate the best Will Ferrell movies (36:28).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.

JD, Blake and Justin get into all the feelings after Seahawks QB Russell Wilson is traded in a blockbuster deal to the Denver Broncos for a bevy of draft picks and players (0:27). JD talks about watching Wilson play for his favourite franchise for years, and going through the five stages of grief after seeing the trade come through (8:46). Plus, the Leafs win a high-scoring affair vs. the Kraken, courtesy of Auston Matthews being his incredibly dominant self (19:58), and another edition of the A-List (40:12).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.

Mike Futa phones in to discuss Mark Giordano's potential as a trade target for the Leafs, Josh Manson's possible fit on Toronto's blue line, his evaluation of Nick Robertson, and Jack Campbell's recent struggles after a hot start to the year (0:25). To wrap up, JD, Blake and Justin take listener texts on more potential trades for the Leafs, and if any trade out there will raise the team's ceiling (24:25).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.

Jackie Redmond stops by to debate the Hart Trophy race that has seemingly been narrowed to Auston Matthews vs. Igor Shesterkin, and what a goaltender has to do in order to be considered as 'valuable' as a skater like Matthews (0:42). They also discuss the inherent bias that exists when discussing two MVP candidates in major markets like Toronto and New York (12:12). Afterwards, the morning team assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:19).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.

The morning crew gets into the recent proposed rule changes in baseball, including larger bases and banning the shift, and bring on Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss and get an update on the MLB lockout (0:13). They break down what will happen on-field without shifts, and which Blue Jays might be affected statistically by the rule change. Afterwards, the guys head to the text line and answer your questions about the Knicks, gambling in sports, and Nick Robertson (27:13).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.

JD, Blake and Justin break down another high-scoring affair by the Leafs, as Auston Matthews hits 40 goals on the season and continues to solidify his case for the Hart Trophy (with Igor Shesterkin hot on his heels) (0:53). They get into the good (Mitch Marner) and the bad (John Tavares taking two penalties), and once again have a discussion on Leafs goaltending. Plus, an A-List discussion on Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley being suspended for a year by the NFL for gambling on games (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.

Justin Bourne stops by and comments on the recent stretch of play by the Leafs, including how much faith he has in Jack Campbell, and a discussion on popular trade targets like Ben Chiarot and JT Miller (0:26). Plus, Bourne breaks down the 'Michigan', where Auston Matthews falls as an all-time Toronto Maple Leaf, and whether or not he'll soon be the team's captain (13:44). Afterwards, ESPN's Tim Bontemps discusses the contenders/pretenders within the Eastern Conference, if Miami or Philadelphia have enough pieces to keep Milwaukee from a second consecutive NBA Finals, and the outside view of the Raptors (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.

JD, Blake and Justin bring on DailyFaceoff.com's Frank Seravalli to take a tour around the NHL and look at the various players available that the Leafs might be interested in. Marc-Andre Fleury, Braden Holtby, Mark Giordano, and Jakob Chychrun are all names discussed with Frank, and how Toronto's goaltending issues need to be a priority at the deadline (1:07). Later, Friday's Wake and Rake cashes in a big way and the trio builds out Monday's bets (29:12).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.

JD, Blake and Justin get into the Raptors' recent struggles as the losses continue to mount without key players available. They break down the shooting slump by Gary Trent Jr., the ability of Pascal Siakam to elevate the play of those around him, and the still-terrific season by rookie Scottie Barnes (1:03). Afterwards, the trio discusses UFC 272, manufactured drama between Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal, and the lack of stars in the UFC lineup (38:50).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD, Blake and Justin recap the weekend of sports and kick things off by discussing the struggles of Jack Campbell in another high-scoring affair - this time with the Vancouver Canucks - and how Leafs' defence is struggling without Jake Muzzin (7:55). They also get into the goaltending market ahead of the trade deadline, and discuss what Kyle Dubas' priority will have to be in a few weeks (23:10). Plus, the A-List (44:36)!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.

Ron MacLean joins the show to talk about the Leafs' tough night against the Sabres, how the team is covered, why Sheldon Keefe might be trying different looks, the pressure of playing goaltender, and Rogers Hometown Hockey heading back on the road (0:28). Afterwards, Ariel Helwani and JD trade their usual barbs, then he rips into the promotion of UFC 272's Covington vs. Masvidal battle, and what the future holds for both fighters (25:37). 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.

Amy Audibert stops by to chat about another win over the Raptors by Dwane Casey and the Pistons, Pascal Siakam's struggles since the All-Star break, if there's any cause for concern, and what she's liked from Precious Achiuwa’s game (0:43). Next, JD, Blake and Justin discuss how the Leafs and Raptors are covered, and whether the Raps get more leeway when struggling (15:11). Afterwards, the morning team puts together their daily Wake and Rake parlay with Coolbet's Kris Abbott (25:00).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.

JD, Blake and Justin dig in on the Leafs and take a deep dive into the current goaltending struggles, and whether Campbell or Mrazek will win the job (0:25). Then they discuss Sheldon Keefe’s candor in post-game interviews, how it’s different compared to other coaches, and wonder how much he is to blame for the team’s defensive issues (11:28). Next, #1 Welterweight contender Colby Covington joins the show ahead of his headlining bout versus Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272 (26:10). Finally, the morning crew discusses if this matchup is overhyped, debate the merits of the way Covington and Masvidal have promoted the fight, and talk about the current lack of compelling stars in the sport (34:45).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.

JD, Blake and Justin chat about the Raptors falling again to to Dwane Casey and the Pistons, evaluate why can’t Nick Nurse beat Casey and how much it bothers him, and the Raptors' comeback in the 4th, before looking back at Casey’s dismissal in Toronto, evaluating his performance as Pistons coach and his future (2:03). Then they discuss whether there's anything to Pascal Siakam’s struggles post All-Star break, and with Scottie Barnes lining up against Cade Cunningham, Jalen Suggs, and Evan Mobley, the guys re-draft the top of last year’s NBA draft (20:53). To finish the hour, it's the A-List (38:48).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.

Kris Versteeg joins the show to discus what it’s like the day after getting torched, trade deadline anxieties as a player, the Leafs handling of Nick Robertson, how Rasmus Sandin has been dealing with pressure in Toronto, playing both the left and right side on defence, how Sandin impressed him with his post game comments following a tough game, and what impresses him most about Michael Bunting (0:35). Then Alvin Williams comments on the Raptors' matchup with Dwane Casey and the Pistons, Malachi Flynn's play as of late, what he brings to the second unit, the tear Scottie Barnes has been on, where he fits in the Rookie of the Year race, and what Thad Young brings to the team (24:47). To wrap, Blake and Justin touch on Mitch Marner hitting 400 games as a Leaf (41:04).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.

Nick Kypreos phones in to talk about whether this is the worst Leafs loss of the season, defensive issues that Sheldon Keefe needs to clean up, why a Sandin-Rielly pairing can't work, the continued struggles of the Tavares-Nylander line, and why the team's use of Nick Robertson is not helping increase his trade value (1:06). Afterwards, Blake and Justin go over last night's bets and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:37).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.

Jon Morosi stops by to give his take on MLB's labour situation, how different this stoppage is compared to the 1994 stoppage, why it's important to get a deal done before Jackie Robinson day April 15 (the 75th anniversary of his debut), Mike Trout's comments on the lockout, and reasons for optimism (0:49). Next, CBS Sports' James Herbert weighs in on James Harden's play since being traded to Philadelphia, who the MVP favourite should be right now, Kevin Durant’s return to the Nets who have slid down to eighth in the East, and Scottie Barnes' emergence (26:22).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake and Justin recap the Leafs' 5-1 loss to the Sabres Wednesday night, and discuss Toronto getting booed off the ice in their first game in front of fans in 81 days, the team's defensive issues, the blue line pairings and struggles of Sandin-Rielly, Petr Mrazek's tough night in net, if the goaltender stared down Rasmus Sandin, if Jack Campbell gets the start Saturday, and John Tavares' goalless streak hitting 14 games (1:04). Later, it's the A-List which includes: can the Kraken salvage their season with a successful trade deadline, and what are the chances the Golden Knights could miss the playoffs (32:53)?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.

Ben Ennis joins the show to discuss the animosity between MLB and the MLPBA, the challenge of getting small market owners to sign off on a new CBA, and why this lockout is especially unnerving for Blue Jays fans (0:26). To wrap, Jordan Romano weighs in on MLB cancelling games, being stuck in limbo waiting for a resolution, and the potential long-term impact of these contentious negotiations on the future of baseball (29:00).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.

David Amber stops by to dive into the biggest questions surrounding the Leafs with a special segment of "overrated or underrated", and also weighs in on Alex Ovechkin being thrust into the spotlight given his longtime support of Vladimir Putin (0:27). Afterwards, the morning team tees up the betting odds for tonight's Leafs-Sabres game, and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:35).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the morning show to discuss Rob Manfred announcing the cancellation of regular season games after yesterday's failed CBA talks, the false optimism that was conveyed in the 24 hours leading up to Tuesday's deadline, how the lockout is affecting the Blue Jays, and when the PA and league may reconvene to resume negotiations (1:42). Later, the morning crew chats about the Raptors' thrilling win over the Nets, the return of full capacity crowds at Scotiabank Arena, Goran Dragić getting jeered by Raptors fans, and Malachi Flynn making a strong case for a more consistent role in the rotation (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.

JD, Blake and Justin discuss MLB and the MLBPA failing to strike a deal on a new CBA before yesterday's 5pm deadline, Commissioner Rob Manfred's comments in wake of the stalled negotiations, and the residual effects on fan support in baseball (0:50). Later, it's an abbreviated version of the A-List (45:40). 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.