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Hour 4: Leafs Blue Line Shuffle w/ Craig Simpson
Craig Simpson joins the show to talk about what it's like working with Justin's dad, Chris Cuthbert, John Tavares' performance on Monday, the Leafs' response to Tom Wilson's altercation with Tavares, Sheldon Keefe shuffling his blue line pairings, and the need to add more depth on the back end before the trade deadline (0:18). To wrap, the morning team heads to the text line to field more comments and questions from listeners (26:26).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.
Hour 3: Do the Leafs Have a Starting Goaltender? + Wake and Rake
Steve Valiquette joins the show to weigh in on the Leafs' goaltending situation, Jack Campbell's unprecedented regression over the past two months, stylistic concerns about Campbell and Petr Mrazek, and if the Leafs should entertain pursuing a goalie on the trade market (0:38). Later, the crew chats about their bets from last night, handicap the betting odds for today's MLB-MLBPA CBA talks, and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (28:22).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.
Hour 2: Does Malachi Flynn Deserve More Run? + Evaluating Scottie's Development
The morning crew weighs in on the Raptors' blowout win over the Nets on Monday night, Scottie Barnes' career-best performance, and Malachi Flynn getting a start in the absence of Fred VanVleet (0:40). Later, JD, Blake and Justin head to the text line to answer questions from listeners (36:04).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.
Hour 1: Is John Tavares on the Verge of Breaking Out?
JD, Blake and Justin discuss MLB and the MLBPA inching closer towards a new CBA after a marathon day of negotiations on Monday, John Tavares showing signs of breaking out of his slump, Justin Holl's strong performance on the blue line, and Petr Mrazek potentially earning extended looks as the Leafs' primary goaltender (1:14). Later, it's a short A-List (47:18).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Hour 4: Breaking Down the Leafs' Goaltending Issues w/ Kevin Woodley
Justin Bourne joins the show to chat about Sheldon Keefe's decision to start Jack Campbell on Saturday night, Timothy Liljegren inheriting an expanded role on the Leafs' banged up blue line, finding the ideal D-partner for Morgan Rielly, John Tavares' prolonged slump, and the potential acquisition cost of a defenceman (1:00). To wrap, Kevin Woodley comments on Jack Campbell's regression over the pas couple of months, his confidence issues, and Petr Mrazek's chances of usurping Campbell down the stretch (28:39).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.
Hour 3: Wayne Gretzky on Matthews, Marner, and Russia
Wayne Gretzky joins the show to weigh in on the Leafs' 10-7 win over the Red Wings, how Sheldon Keefe might handle things after that wild outing, his impression of the Leafs' top line, the team's search for playoff success, Toronto's goaltending situation, where he sees Auston Matthews in the Hart Trophy race, John Tavares' struggles, his feeling that Mitch Marner will be able to maintain his level of play in the postseason, and the IIHF's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine (5:36). Afterwards, the morning crew puts together their daily Wake and Rake parlay (42:08).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.
Hour 2: Raptors All-Star Hangover + Is Baseball Alienating Fans?
JD, Blake and Justin discuss the Raptors' back-to-back losses coming out of the All-Star break, the battle for playoff positioning in the East, Thaddeus Young's increased involvement over the weekend and concerns over Khem Birch's lineup fit (0:53). Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith chats about whether a new CBA will be reached between MLB/MLBPA before today's league-imposed deadline, the biggest areas of concern between the two sides, and if baseball is at risk of alienating fans (29:38).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.
Hour 1: Leafs Goaltending Crisis and Reshaping the Blue Line
JD and Blake host alongside Justin Cuthbert. The team chats about the Leafs' wild 10-7 win over the Red Wings Saturday, Sheldon Keefe's handling of the team's goaltending situation, Jack Campbell's prolonged slump, and the pressure facing Kyle Dubas to supplement his depleted blue line (1:24). Later, it's the A-list sans Ailish which includes: Kris Abbott's success in Vegas, the Carabao Cup final, and the Canadian senior men's national basketball team's 4-0 record thus far in FIBA World Cup qualifying (40:05).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.
Hour 4: GOAT Status w/ Marie-Philip Poulin
Marie-Philip Poulin joins the show to discuss what it was like competing in Beijing without fans or family present, her knack for coming up clutch in big moments, the special dynamic of this year's Olympic team, the program's four-year quest for redemption after losing to Team USA in 2018, and the state of women's hockey in Canada (0:27). Afterwards, Jim Bowden stops by to chat about the ongoing negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA, why the Blue Jays are primed for championship contention, and potential moves the team could make once a new CBA is reached (23:58).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.
Hour 3: Campbell-Mrázek Dynamic w/ Luke Fox + Wake and Rake
Luke Fox phones in to chat about Auston Matthews' candidacy for the Hart Trophy, his continued growth as a two-way player, and Sheldon Keefe adopting a hot hand approach with his goaltenders (0:45). Later, Pat Gregoire stops by to tee up the betting lines for tonight's Raptors-Hornets matchup, and the crew assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (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.
Hour 2: Jorge Masvidal Sounds off on Rivalry w/ Colby Covington
Jorge Masvidal joins the show to chat about his upcoming fight against Colby Covington at UFC 272, and how his relationship with Covington has spiraled from friends to foes (1:52). Later, the team discusses the Raptors' return from the All-Star Break, and the most intriguing storylines for the second half of the season (33:20).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Hour 1: The Hart of Matthews' Success
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss Auston Matthews' dominant performance against the Wild on Thursday, his case for the Hart Trophy, and which goaltender should get the start Saturday vs. Detroit (4:30). To wrap, it's Ailish's A-List which includes: Bronny James' impressive NIL deal, Alek Manoah's Twitter feud, and more (32:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Hour 4: Leafs Concerns and Deadline Fits w/ James Mirtle + NBA Second Half Storylines
James Mirtle joins the show to comment on the Leafs' goaltending situation, the holes on the blueline, Jack Campbell's contract, Rasmus Sandin being thrust into a bigger role, and potential deadline fits (0:26). Afterwards, the group looks at NBA storylines for the second half of the season (36:00).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.
Hour 3: Toronto Goaltending Pressure Cooker w/ Andrew Raycroft + Wake and Rake
Andrew Raycroft phones in to discuss Jack Campbell's recent struggles, his personal experience dealing with media scrutiny during his tenure in Toronto, the value of goaltending in today's NHL, and teams investing goaltending tandems (0:34). Afterwards, the team tees up the betting lines for Leafs-Wild and they assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:33).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.
Hour 2: Canada Leaves No Doubt w/ Natalie Spooner
Jeff Marek joins the show to discuss Jake Muzzin heading to LTIR, the Leafs being up against the cap, whether the salary cap is healthy for the NHL, and the fickle nature of evaluating goaltending in the league (0:31). Later, Natalie Spooner stops by to discuss the gold medal celebrations in Beijing, her viral pre-game quote before the gold medal final against Team USA, and the group's commitment to redemption after coming away with silver in 2018 (26:33).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.
Hour 1: Mid-Season Raptors "Blake Bag"
JD, Blake and Ailish indulges in a special edition of the "Blake Bag", responding to listener questions about the Raptors, which include whether the org. should've signed or could use the buyout market to sign a traditional centre, and the team's philosophical approach on where they are in their winning cycle (7:10). Afterwards, it's Ailish's A-List which takes a look at the number two-Kevin Fiala connection, and more (37:36).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.
Hour 4: Lyubushkin Report w/ Rick Tocchet + Ernie Johnson
Rick Tocchet joins the show to chat about his experience coaching Ilya Lyubushkin in Arizona, his fit alongside Rasmus Sandin, the Leafs' need for more leadership, and Michael Bunting's breakout season (1:32). Afterwards, Ernie Johnson stops by to discuss covering All-Star weekend in Cleveland, the league's 75th anniversary team, the Lakers' dysfunction this season, and what Chris Paul's injury means for the Suns (23:25).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.
Hour 3: Leafs Peaks and Valleys w/ Nick Kypreos + Wake and Rake
Nick Kypreos stops by to chat about the holes on the Leafs' blueline, how there isn't a magic trade out there to fix what ails Toronto, the team's lack of intensity, John Tavares showing frustration, and the concern level with Jake Muzzin's latest injury (0:24). Later, the morning crew assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (31:10).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.
Hour 2: Should the NBA Permanently Add the Elam Ending? + Goran Dragić Redux
Following his mini two-day vacation, Blake finally gets to share his takeaways from NBA All-Star Weekend, including the lack of intrigue surrounding the slam dunk competition and if the Elam Ending should become a permanent fixture in NBA games (1:13). Later Blake vents his frustration over the ongoing MLB lockout and the team discusses the narrative surrounding Goran Dragić's departure (29:23).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.
Hour 1: Has Jack Campbell Lost His Confidence?
Blake is back and it's episode #100 of The FAN Morning Show! The team discusses the Leafs' 4-3 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets, John Tavares' visible frustration amidst his ongoing struggles, the level of concern with Jack Campbell, and Ilya Lyubushkin's debut (8:29). Later, it's Ailish's A-List which includes: Justin Williams tweet about parents carrying their kids' hockey bags, Beijing Olympics TV ratings, and more (35:07).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.
Hour 4: Is It Time to Worry About John Tavares?
Anthony Stewart joins the show to discuss the Leafs' defensive flaws, the team's lack of toughness, and the scrutiny facing John Tavares (0:54). To wrap, JD and Ailish head back to the text line to field questions and comments from listeners (25:19).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.
Hour 3: Ann-Renée Desbiens' Golden Comeback + Wake and Rake
Ann-Renée Desbiens joins the show to discuss her experience winning Olympic gold in Beijing, her comeback after walking away from hockey, and the unique camaraderie of this year's Canada squad (0:39). Later, JD and Ailish tee up the betting lines for tonight's Leafs-Blue Jackets game, and assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:15).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.
Hour 2: Leafs Blueline Eye Test vs. Analytics with Ian Tulloch
Ian Tulloch stopped by to chat about concerns with the Leafs' second line, potential linemates for John Tavares, Ilya Lyubushkin's best fit on the blueline, Jake Muzzin's regression, the team's reported interested in Ben Chiarot, and questions about toughness (1:25). Afterwards, JD and Ailish take your texts (36:21)!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.
Hour 1: Nightmare in Montreal
JD and Ailish discuss the Leafs' dejecting 5-2 loss to the Canadiens on Monday, concerns about the team's leadership, John Tavares' lack of production, the potential of shuffling pieces in the top-six, and Petr Mrázek's inconsistency this season (1:56). Later, it's Ailish's A-List which includes: 02/22/22, Van Jefferson and his wife give their son who was born right after the Super Bowl a fitting name, and dream guests to interview (35:54).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.
Hour 4: Putting Together the Leafs' Puzzle Pieces w/ Justin Bourne
Justin Bourne joins JD and Ailish to chat about his confidence level in the Leafs’ blueline, if Lyubushkin fits alongside Jake Muzzin, John Tavares’ lack of production, and potential adjustments on the second line (0:45). To finish, Amin Elhassan discusses LeBron James’ desire to play with his son in the NBA, if LeBron would ever return to Cleveland, Chris Paul’s injury, and the pressure on Ben Simmons and James Harden to perform in their new situations (26:41).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.
Hour 3: Why Now and What Comes Next for Leafs Trades w/ Elliotte Friedman
Elliotte Friedman joins the show to discuss how the Ritchie-Lyubushkin trade transpired, where Lyubushkin slots on the blueline, Kyle Dubas' approach heading towards next month's trade deadline, and the team's unwillingness to move their first-round pick or a marquee prospect (5:29). Later, JD and Ailish tee up betting lines for tonight's Leafs-Canadiens game, and assemble the Wake and Rake parlay (37:50).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.
Hour 2: Inside the Habs w/ Julian McKenzie + the NBA's Broken Dunk Contest
JD and Ailish share their thoughts on NBA All-Star weekend, Steph Curry's historic shooting performance on Sunday night, this year's underwhelming dunk contest, and the fallout from LeBron's homecoming weekend (1:13). Later, Julian McKenzie stops by to discuss Martin St. Louis' foray into coaching with the Canadiens, Cole Caufield's improved confidence under St. Louis, and Carey Price's future in Montreal (22:28).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.
Hour 1: Leafs Make a Move and Tavares Concern Level
JD and Ailish discuss the Maple Leafs' trade with the Coyotes, Ilya Lyubuskin's fit on the blueline, William Nylander breaking out of his goal-scoring drought, John Tavares' recent struggles, and Jack Campbell's shaky outing against the Blues (1:50). Later, it's Ailish' A-List which includes: Finnish Olympic cross country skier Remi Lindholm's tough race in Beijing, a Dartmouth fan tradition involving tennis balls, and more (31:55).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 affiliate.
Hour 4: Diversifying Hockey Culture w/ Mark Fraser + Stan Van Gundy
Maple Leafs Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Player Development Coordinator Mark Fraser stops by to discuss the team's Heritage Classic jersey, the return of fans to Scotiabank Arena, Justin Holl and Rasmus Sandin's changing roles, Mark's own role with the Leafs and whether the NHL has enacted real change in terms of diversifying the game and combatting systemic racism, and what the most basic thing people can do at a grassroots level in a hockey space to be an ally (1:09). To wrap, Stan Van Gundy chats about what it's like to coach the All-Star Game, the Raptors' commitment to position less basketball, the hefty workload for Toronto's starters, and how the NBA's play-in tournament has helped maintain competitiveness around the league (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.
Hour 3: Bargain Bunting w/ Colby Armstrong + Wake and Rake
Colby Armstrong stops by to chat about the Leafs' Heritage Classic jersey, Jack Campbell's standout performance against the Penguins, Auston Matthews adding some grit to his game, and Michael Bunting being the perfect complement to Matthews and Mitch Marner on the top line (0:33). Later, Kris Abbott joins the show to help the team assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay (32:01).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.
Hour 2: Would LeBron Ever Head Back to the Cavs? w/ Brian Scalabrine
The morning crew shares their thoughts on the clips that have surfaced from Fred VanVleet's contract negotiations with the Raptors last summer, and OG Anunoby's play so far this season (0:13). Later, Brian Scalabrine checks in from Cleveland to discuss the most interesting narratives heading into All-Star weekend, if a potential reunion between LeBron James and the Cavaliers could be on the table in the future, and the current pecking order in the East (26:56).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.
Hour 1: Is Jack Back?
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss the Leafs' 4-1 win over the Penguins, a dominant performance from Auston Matthews' line, Jack Campbell's 45-save night, rediscovering his confidence after a shaky stretch before the All-Star break, and Sheldon Keefe shuffling the deck with his blueline pairings (3:43). Later, it's Ailish's A-list which includes: Google showing how searches for "girls hockey school" have skyrocketed after Canada's gold-medal win, Stefon Diggs' alleged sitcom-esque Valentine's Day, and more (33:23).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.
Hour 4: Best Team Canada of All-Time? w/ Cheryl Pounder & Jennifer Botterill
Cheryl Pounder stops by to discuss Canada’s gold medal, Marie-Philip Poulin’s Olympic legacy, and Canada taking advantage of their depth against Team USA (0:48). Then Jennifer Botterill joins to comment on Ann-Renée Desbiens’ inspiring journey back to the Olympic stage, Sarah Nurse’s dominant showing in Beijing, Natalie Spooner’s comments about Team USA, and why this Canadian Olympic team might be the best group ever assembled (38:02).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.
Hour 3: Leafs Trade Targets with Nick Kypreos + Wake and Rake
Nick Kypreos joins the show to discuss parallels between Mats Sundin's personality and Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner's strong season, Michael Bunting's breakout, potential fits for the Leafs ahead of the trade deadline, and tonight's matchup against the Penguins (0:21). Afterwards, the morning crew discusses their bets from yesterday and put together their 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 affiliate.
Hour 2: Checking in with Leafs Legend Mats Sundin
Mats Sundin joins the show to chat about life after hockey, his time in Toronto, and the pressure on this iteration of the Leafs to get over the hump (0:50). Later, Jeff Blair weighs in on Canada's women's hockey team delivering the highlight of the Olympics, the ongoing MLB lockout, some of the key negotiating points for both owners and the PA, and what Juan Soto's asking price says about potential extensions for Bo and Vlad (29:54).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.
Hour 1: The Golden GOAT
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss Canada winning gold in women's hockey with a thrilling victory over the USA, Marie-Philip Poulin's clutch gene, Anne-Renée Desbiens turning in another solid performance against the Americans, and Sarah Nurse's breakout tournament (0:17). Later, it's JD and Blake taking the reins for a special edition of the JB list (43:13)! 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.
Hour 4: Canada-USA Storylines with Hailey Salvian
Hailey Salvian joins the show to chat about the magnitude of tonight's gold-medal matchup between Canada and the USA, and some of the main narratives heading into the game (0:28). Later, Mike Florio stops by to talk about Kyler Murray's dissent with the Cardinals, this off-season's quarterback market, potential suitors for Aaron Rodgers, and the chances Tom Brady returns to the NFL (22:34).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Hour 3: How Do The Raptors Bounce Back? w/ Amy Audibert + Wake and Rake
Amy Audibert checks in from Minnesota to discuss the Raptors' back-to-back losses, Thaddeus Young's integration into the lineup, and how they can matchup against Karl Anthony Towns tonight (0:26). Later, the morning crew revisits their bets from yesterday, and tee up tonight's Raptors game as well as the Canada-USA gold-medal match (22:09). They close out the hour by assembling their daily Wake and Rake parlay (40:02).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.
Hour 2: NHL Rumour Mill w/ Frank Seravalli + Olympic Moments Draft
The morning group continues to draft the top Canadian Olympic moments of their lifetimes (0:42). Afterwards, Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss Jack Eichel's return to the ice tonight for Vegas, the Golden Knights' rumoured interest in Marc-André Fleury, the Leafs' main trade needs, the market for Nick Ritchie, Michael Bunting's breakout season in Toronto, and potential targets for the Leafs (25:13).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.
Hour 1: Did the Raptors Miss on Porzingis? + Canada-USA Primer
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss Bobby Marks' comments from Smith and Jones regarding the Raptors' reported interest in Kristaps Porzingis before last week's trade deadline, and why Toronto's front office may have been hesitant to pull the trigger on a Porzingis deal (2:45). Later, the crew tees up tonight's Canada-USA women's hockey gold-medal game (17:16). To wrap, it's the A-List which sees the group drafting the top Canadian Olympic moments of their lifetimes (44:48).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.
Hour 4: Marner's Creativity and Leafs Trade Fits with Kris Versteeg
Kris Versteeg joins the group to chat about Mitch Marner's creativity as a playmaker, how he can adapt his game for playoff success, the lack of production from the Leafs' second line, and potential trade fits for Toronto (0:38). To wrap, the group heads to the text line for more questions and comments from listeners (26:54).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.
Hour 3: Scottie Barnes' Progression w/ David Thorpe + Wake and Rake
David Thorpe stops by to give his thoughts on Scottie Barnes' progression throughout his rookie season, how he's fared playing hefty minutes, and Thaddeus Young's fit with the Raptors (0:33). Later, the morning team revisits their bets from Monday and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (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.
Hour 2: The Raptors' One Big Problem and Fred's Fatigue
The morning crew chats about the Raptors' blowout loss in New Orleans, the team's issue matching up against traditional centres, and Fred VanVleet showing signs of fatigue against the Pelicans (4:44). Afterwards, the group heads to the text line to answer questions from listeners (34:40).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.
Hour 1: Sloppy in Seattle
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss the Leafs' 6-2 win over the Kraken, Toronto's sloppy play throughout the game, Jack Campbell's performance, and Mitch Marner's polarizing reputation among Leafs fans (4:19). Later, it's Ailish's A-List which includes: a petition to move Super Bowls to Saturday night, the Hollywood sign to read "Rams House" for a week, and an Olympic feel-good story involving the ultimate friend (38:25).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.
Hour 4: The Best Lineup Fit for Nylander w/ Justin Bourne
Justin Bourne joins the group to chat about Alex Kerfoot's recent struggles, John Tavares' decline in production, William Nylander's bet lineup fit, Justin Holl not being suitable for a top-four role, and the team's current goaltending situation (0:20). To wrap, the group finishes with some Valentine's Day talk (37:06).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.
Hour 3: Is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer? + Wake and Rake
Ross Tucker joins the show to discuss the impact of Odell Beckham Jr.'s injury, Sean McVay's commitment to the run game, and Matthew Stafford's Hall of Fame candidacy (0:36). Next, the morning crew weighs in on the Super Bowl halftime show (21:03). Afterwards, the group reviews their Super Bowl bets from Sunday, and assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (29:54).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.
Hour 2: Is Aaron Donald the Best Defensive Player in NFL History? w/ Charles Davis
Charles Davis stops by to discuss Sean McVay's uncertain future, his play-calling on Sunday, Cooper Kupp's MVP performance, and Aaron Donald's status as one of the best defensive players in NFL history (1:08). Later, JD details his experience watching Canada-US men's hockey at a bar on Friday, and the Leafs' current line machinations (28:52).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.
Hour 1: Super Bowl 56 Super Big Stories
JD, Blake and Ailish discuss the Rams' Super Bowl win over the Bengals, Zac Taylor's questionable play-calling on Cincinnati's final drive, and Cooper Kupp culminating his historic season with an MVP performance on Sunday (2:21). Afterwards, it's Ailish's A-List which includes: Rams WR Van Jefferson's special night, a post-Super Bowl win engagement, and more (43:31).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Hour 4: Breaking Down the Trade Deadline w/ Raptors GM Bobby Webster
Bobby Webster joins the morning crew to talk about navigating the trade market prior to yesterday's deadline, the acquisition of Thaddeus Young, and the organization's interest in versatile two-way players (0:15). Afterwards, the morning team weighs in on whether Jack Campbell should get the start tomorrow night against the Canucks, and shares their favourite Super Bowl narratives (28:36).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.
Hour 3: Super Bowl Betting Bonanza + Wake and Rake
The crew gets you set for Super Bowl betting with a host of special guests, including Tim Micallef, David Amber, Jackie Redmond, Ben Ennis, Shea-Lynn Noyes and Pat Gregoire. Afterwards, Coolbet's Kris Abbott stops by to share his Super Bowl picks and the team assembles their daily Wake and Rake parlay (30:36).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.