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Ekholm In, Hyman Out As Oilers Look to Close in 5

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things with Sportsnet’s own Gene Principe (1:20) ahead of Game 5 between the Oilers and Dallas Stars. They discuss how Edmonton will have to adjust without Hyman, the return of Ekholm, what we should expect from Jeff Skinner as he makes his way back into the lineup, how the Stars can get back into the series, and much more. Then, David Alter (25:37) joins the show to discuss the biggest takeaways from Brad Treliving’s presser earlier today. They discuss how Marner’s camp will approach the forward’s big career choice, the busy offseason in store for Treliving and company, and much more.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.

May 29, 202549 min

Finals Countdown for OKC and Florida

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the huge blow to the Edmonton Oilers losing Zach Hyman for the remainder of the playoffs. Then, Sara Civian joins the show (10:15) to discuss how the Hurricanes can keep their series alive against the defending champs, how Florida looks as they look to head to the Finals for the third consecutive year, and much more. Then, NBA.com’s Steve Aschburner joins the show (28:45) to tee up the T-Wolves/Thunder game tonight, how the Pacers have pushed New York to the brink, and much more. 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.

May 28, 202549 min

To Hit or Not to Hit, Jays' Bats Are the Question

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Stars analyst Brien Rea (10:00) ahead of a pivotal Game 4 between Dallas and the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss how the Stars have been able to create offence against the Oilers, Edmonton’s defence and goaltending, how the Stars can even the series, and much more. Then, Nick Ashbourne (28:05) joins the show to discuss the Jays' .500 level play this season, Bo Bichette’s performance at the plate, if we are seeing the best version of Daulton Varsho, Jeff Hoffman’s value in the bullpen, and much more. 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.

May 27, 202549 min

Spec(ulating) the Oilers' Chances Against Dallas

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley’s press conference earlier today. They break down the biggest takeaways from the CEO of MLSE’s address, Shanahan’s departure, what he expects the team to do in the offseason, and much more!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.

May 23, 202549 min

Friedman Discusses Leafs Moving on From the Shanaplan

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the breaking news surrounding the Leafs parting ways with longtime president Brendan Shanahan. Then, with SGA winning NBA MVP honours, Canada Basketball GM Rowan Barrett joins the show (15:52) to discuss Hamilton-native Shai’s impact on Canadian hoops, the comparisons to Steve Nash, and much more. Later, Elliotte Friedman joins the show (26:00) to discuss the Leafs' decision to not renew Brendan Shanahan’s contract. They discuss the Hall of Famer’s legacy in his hometown, what’s next for Shanahan’s executive career, whether the Leafs will replace Shanahan, and much more. 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.

May 22, 202549 min

All Eyes On Shanahan With Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Daily FaceOff's Frank Seravalli (1:15) and discuss Brendan Shanahan’s future and the Islanders' reported interest in the long-time Leafs president. Then, they discuss potential stops for Marner, the mentality of the Leafs' front office ahead of a reported board meeting at MLSE, tee up the WCF between the Oilers and Stars, and much more. Later, Keegan Matheson joins the show (28:22) to discuss how the Jays have looked as of late, Santander’s slow start to his Blue Jays tenure, and much more. They end things off by discussing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking home the NBA's MVP and the narrative around his playstyle. 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.

May 21, 202549 min

NHL & NBA Conference Final Previews

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Kyle Bukauskas (1:00) to tee up the Eastern Conference Final between the Hurricanes and Panthers. They discuss whether the narrative labelling the Canes' style as “boring” is accurate, the elite goaltending from each club, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin share their takeaways from Leafs' media day before welcoming Joseph Casciaro (25:55) to the show. They set the stage for the WCF between the Timberwolves and Thunder tonight, the matchup between SGA and ANT, the Knicks run, and much more.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.

May 20, 202549 min

2025 Maple Leafs Playoff Postmortem

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with NHL on TNT's Liam McHugh (1:55) to tee up the NHL Conference Finals and take a look at how each of the four teams got there. They discuss how Florida came alive against Toronto, tee up how the Panthers will be able to match up against a strong Hurricanes roster, discuss how Edmonton has gotten back to the Conference Finals, and much more. Then, after another Game 7 playoff loss for the Maple Leafs, Ailish and Justin break down what is next for the team and what needs to change. They take your texts, discuss fan reactions, and more. 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.

May 19, 202549 min

Leafs Need To Lay It On The Line In Game 6

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Chris Cuthbert (1:20) ahead of a monumental Game 6 between the Leafs and Panthers. They discuss the Leafs blowing at 0-2 lead, the messaging around the locker room, Berube’s messaging in a do-or-die game, and more. Then, Adam Stanley joins the show (25:53) live from the PGA Championship Quail Hollow. They discuss the odd leaderboard, the Canadians in the field, Taylor Pendrith’s thoughts on the Leafs/Panthers series, and much more.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.

May 16, 202549 min

Carolina and Dallas Look to Advance to Conference Finals

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Shayna Goldman (1:25) of the Athletic ahead of a potential series-clinching game for the Hurricanes against the Capitals. They tee up the East Coast game before moving on to the Dallas Stars who look to end the President-Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets' season, the Oilers playoff coaching, and much more. Then, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News joins the show (28:04) to break down the Stars' play throughout the playoffs. They discuss how the Stars approached the trade deadline and how the team's moves have worked out, overcoming injuries, and how the Jets will approach a must-win game tonight. 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.

May 15, 202549 min

Pivotal Game 5s in Toronto & Vegas

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli discussing Rantanen's impact in Dallas, how the Oilers big additions at the deadline have impacted the club throughout the playoffs, if Ekholm could return, and the new coaching and management hires around the NHL. Then, Anna Dua (26:06) joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena ahead of Game 5 between the Panthers and Leafs. They tee up the contest, discuss the Leafs line changes, and how they have been able to limit Florida’s physicality. Then, Daniel Nugent-Bowman joins the show (37:56) ahead of the Oilers matchup against Vegas with the latter on the brink of elimination. 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.

May 14, 202549 min

The Stars Are Aligning In Dallas

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Garry Galley (1:15) ahead of his call of Game 4 between the Jets and Stars. They discuss Miro Heiskanen’s expected return to the Stars lineup, the officiating in the series, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin tee up a 9-game homestand for the Blue Jays before welcoming in Tim Reynolds (25:54) ahead of a busy night of NBA playoff action, and an eventful NBA Draft Lottery last night. They get into the Celtics losing Tatum, Cooper Flagg’s fit in Dallas, the biggest title contender remaining in the postseason, and more. 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.

May 13, 202549 min

Will Raptors Capture the Flagg at The Draft Lottery?

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing what could be in store for Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason amidst uncertainty surrounding his future in Milwaukee. Then, the Athletic's Jesse Granger joins the show (11:25) to tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Oilers and how Vegas will approach a potential series-tying game. Then, Krysten Peek of NBA Future Starts Now joins the show (25:56) live from Chicago ahead of the NBA Draft Lottery to discuss where projected no. 1 pick Cooper Flagg would fit best and who could be in play for the Raptors.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.

May 12, 202549 min

Leafs Look for Florida Upset + Rantanen’s Dominance on Full Display

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Luke Fox (1:41) live from the Sunshine State ahead of Game 3 between the Leafs and Panthers. They break down the Panthers' resolve and how they have dealt with adversity throughout their last couple of playoff runs, how the Leafs have changed their style on and off the ice this season, Willy’s lucky suit, a Stolarz update, and more. Then, ahead of an electric series between the Jets and Stars, Luke Gazdic joins the show (27:58). They start by discussing the similarities between the Oilers and Leafs before moving on to the West, where they get into how the Jets can stop Rantanen, the Jets' depth scoring, playoff superstitions, and much more.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.

May 9, 202549 min

Playoff Pressure with Dwayne Roloson & Devante Smith-Pelly

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with former NHL goaltender Dwayne Roloson (1:05). They reflect upon his Cup run with the Oilers and how backup Calvin Pickard is handling being thrown between the pipes, the pressure of losing as a goaltender in the postseason, his perspective on the Bennett/Woll hit, and more. Then, Devante Smith-Pelly joins the show (25:45) to reflect upon his Stanley Cup win with the Capitals and his former teammates continuing to compete in 2025. They discuss what winning the cup did for Ovi’s career, if the Caps are being overlooked, and more.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.

May 8, 202549 min

A Mammoth Announcement in Utah With Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Frank Seravalli (1:23) to discuss game 2 between the Panthers and the Leafs. Then, they discuss the expectations for Winnipeg before Game 1 between the Stars and Jets, the Oilers' historic playoff comeback streak, Kirill Kaprizov’s next contract with Minnesota, and more. Then, they discuss the Utah HC announcing their new nickname “Mammoth” and discuss how the team will approach the offseason.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.

May 7, 202524 min

Mr. Game 7 Talks Canes/Caps + Round 2 Goaltending with Carter Hutton

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start by discussing the drama from Game 1 between the Panthers and Leafs and how Toronto will go forward with the potential loss of their starting goaltender. Then, ahead of Game 1 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals, Justin Williams AKA Mr. Game 7 joins the show (11:05). They reflect upon his experience in the playoffs, how his Hurricanes approach their second-round matchup against Washington, and more. Then, former NHL goalie Carter Hutton (29:33) weighs in on the biggest headlines between the pipes throughout the NHL playoffs - the Stolarz/Bennett contact from Game 1 and what Stolarz experienced from a goaltender perspective, Hellebuyck’s roller coaster of a First Round, whether we will see Stuart Skinner back in the crease for Edmonton, and more. 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.

May 6, 202549 min

Leafs, Cats Kick Off Round 2 + Bukala Talks NHL Draft Lottery

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show recapping a crazy weekend of NHL game 7s with the Jets and Stars moving on to the second round. Then, Joshua Kloke of the Athletic joins the show (10:15) to tee up tonight’s second-round series opener between the Florida Panthers and the Toronto Maple Leafs. They discuss how the Leafs are positioned to look against the defending Stanley Cup Champions, Mitch Marner becoming a father, and more. Then, ahead of the NHL Draft Lottery, Jason Bukala joins the show (29:45) to discuss who needs to win the draft lottery the most, what the top five could look like, and much more.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.

May 5, 202549 min

Can Jets Advance Without Scheifele? + Atkins' State of the Union Address

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet’s Harnarayan Singh ahead of his call of Game 6 between the Blues and Jets tonight (1:00). They break down who will step up for Winnipeg with Mark Scheifele out of the lineup, the home team’s dominance in the series, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin go through their first-round MVPs and who they expect to continue to impress throughout the postseason. Next, Ben Nicholson-Smith (27:17) joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays' series against the Guardians after Ross Atkins' press conference today, and he shares his thoughts on the Jays' search for a 5th starter, how the lineup looks with Daulton Varsho back in the mix, and much more. To close, Ailish and Justin go through their NHL playoff round 1 superlatives. 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.

May 2, 202549 min

Series Clinching Whip Around

To break down a busy night of potential series deciding matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert whip around the league starting with the Edmonton Oilers. Mark Spector (1:33) discusses Calvin Pickard’s play between the pipes and how the team has turned things around with Evander Kane. Then, Brien Rea (14:27) joins the show to break down the Dallas Stars' path to the second round and how the Colorado Avalanche will keep their season alive. Luke Fox (26:27) discuss what to expect from the Leafs and their goaltending. Finally, to wrap things up, Gary Lawless (37:31) looks at how the Vegas Golden Knights can close things out against the Minnesota Wild. 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.

May 1, 202549 min

Game 5 Decisions

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with the Daily FaceOff's Frank Seravalli (1:10). They discuss the Caps' opportunity to advance to the second round tonight against the Habs, Ivan Demidov’s first taste of NHL playoffs, the Lightning's struggles in the Battle of Florida, head coach landing spots, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the PWHL’s Seattle expansion before welcoming Sara Orlesky (30:31) to the show to tee up Game 5 between the Blues and Jets in Winnipeg tonight.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.

Apr 30, 202549 min

Getting Set for Battle of Ontario Game 5 with Chris Cuthbert

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Sportsnet and HNIC’s Chris Cuthbert (1:37) ahead of his call of Game 5 in the Battle of Ontario tonight. They discuss how Ottawa changed the series at home, Jake Sanderson’s importance to the Senators' blue line, what to expect from Toronto as they look to close out the series, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss Rick Tocchet moving on from the Canucks, the Blue Jays getting Daulton Varsho back in the lineup, and more. 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.

Apr 29, 202524 min

Battle of Florida Leaks Off-Ice + Playoff Youngsters with Jason Bukala

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off breaking down the biggest takeaways from the Stanley Cup Playoffs over the weekend and what to look out for heading into a busy week of action. Then, ahead of Game 4 of the Battle of Florida, Panthers analyst Bill Lindsay joins the show (11:57) to discuss Matthew Tkachuk’s aggressive play, Bill Zito’s mentality when acquiring players, and much more. Later, Jason Bukala joins the show (25:53) to discuss Rantanen’s fit in Dallas so far in the postseason, the difference between the Oilers first and second half of games, the Wild’s growth, the young guns getting their first taste of playoff action, and much more. 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.

Apr 28, 202549 min

Will Pickard Propel an Oilers Comeback?

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by MLB Network's Jon Morosi (0:54) ahead of the Jays' series against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium. They discuss the difference between the players the Jays and Yankees each brought in during the offseason, an early look at the AL East standings, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Game 3 between the Caps and Habs. Next, Oilers play-by-play voice Jack Michaels joins the show (31:21) to break down what to expect from tonight’s Game 3 between LA and Edmonton with the hosting Oilers being down 2-0 in the series. 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.

Apr 25, 202549 min

First Round 'Frank or Fiction' with Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Frank Seravalli (1:06) to the show for another edition of “Frank Or Fiction”. They go through the biggest questions from the first round of the playoffs and discuss the Sens' 5v5 play against Toronto, the Oilers' goaltending ahead of Game 3, the Dallas Stars' lead over the Avs, a healthy Wild roster, Patrik Laine’s playoff performance, and much more. 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.

Apr 24, 202524 min

PWHL Heads to Vancouver + Landeskog Returns

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with ESPN’s Cassie Campbell-Pascall (1:24) ahead of Game 2 of the Oilers/Kings series. They discuss the return of Evander Kane to the lineup, the Kings performance in Game 1, and how they defend the one-man offence of McDavid. Then, they discuss the major announcement from the PWHL as the league expands to Vancouver. Later, Conor McGahey joins the show (30:15) to discuss the expected return of Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog ahead of Game 3 against the Dallas Stars and how Rantanen has fit in with Dallas. 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.

Apr 23, 202549 min

Early First Round Takeaways with Sam Cosentino

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by previewing Game 2 of the Battle of Ontario. Anthony Petrielli joins the show (9:21) to share his take on how the Leafs should approach Game 2, what to expect from the officiating, Max Domi’s role, which Senator has quickly become public enemy #1 in Toronto, and more. Then, Sportsnet’s Sam Cosentino joins the show (30:00) to discuss his early playoff takeaways, the Islanders moving on from Lou Lamoriello, and more.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.

Apr 22, 202550 min

Winnipeg's Keys For St. Louis Success

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the controversial press conference from the Canucks front office and whether Jim Rutherford’s comments surrounding the Hughes brothers was tampering. Then, Gene Principe joins the show (10:13) from the streets of L.A. to tee up tonight’s Game 1 matchup between the Oilers and Kings. They discuss the goaltending concerns for Edmonton, Jeff Skinner’s first career playoff game, and much more. Later, Sean Reynolds joins the show (29:00) to preview Game 2 of the Blues/Jets series. Finally, Ailish and Justin go through the Habs/Caps matchup and give their 5 thoughts after the first 5 games of the playoffs. 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.

Apr 21, 202549 min

Stanley Cup Playoff Primer with David Amber

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet’s David Amber (2:15) ahead of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. They discuss the best playoff series to be excited about and what we can expect from each. Then, Ailish and Justin go through each series and break down their playoff picks, debut their playoff brackets and share who they expect to meet in the Stanley Cup Finals and their Conn Smythe picks.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.

Apr 18, 202549 min

Round One Previews with Jason Bukala

ilish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Jason Bukala ahead of the final day of the NHL regular season to tee up the round one playoff matchups. They discuss what to expect from the Maple Leafs core ahead of the Battle of Ontario, if Montreal has a chance against the Capitals, if the Kings could finally take down an injured Oilers roster, and much more! 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.

Apr 17, 202525 min

Habs' Post-Season Destiny

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show teeing up the Montreal Canadiens' must-win game against the Carolina Hurricanes with Frank Seravalli. Then, they go through some of the most interesting playoff matchups including the 'Battle of Ontario', what can happen if the Maple Leafs are not victorious, the health of contenders, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin go through the criteria needed for any team to win the Stanley Cup. 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.

Apr 16, 202549 min

Flames Staying Calm Ahead Of Must-Win Game

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the NHL playoff races, how last night’s results impact today’s matchups, and they take a look at the results of the NHLPA player polls. Then, Sportsnet’s Ryan Leslie joins the show (10:02) ahead of a must-win game for the Calgary Flames. Later, Julia Kreuz joins the show (31:30) to tee up tonight’s Jays matchup against the Braves, discuss how Vladdy can help the Jays off the field, Max Scherzer’s injury update, and much more.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.

Apr 15, 202549 min

Rory McIlroy Makes History at Augusta

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by recapping the emotions of the Masters and Vladdy officially signing the dotted line in Toronto, before welcoming in the Athletic's Shayna Goldman to the show (11:25). They discuss the last week of the NHL regular season and what to expect from the remaining playoff fights, what to expect from Ivan Demidov ahead of his NHL debut, the Leafs' outlook in a potential first-round Battle of Ontario, and much more. Then, following an unforgettable Masters tournament, Shane Ryan (30:04) joins the show to recap Rory McIlroy’s whirlwind of a tournament and the biggest takeaways from the event.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.

Apr 14, 202549 min

UFC 314 Primer with Aaron Bronsteter + Demidov Mania in Montreal

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with their takeaways from The Masters with Canadian Corey Conners sitting third, the buzz in Montreal with prospect Ivan Demidov arriving last night and Brock Boeser signalling the end of his time with the Canucks. Later, Sportsnet UFC reporter Aaron Bronsteter (9:35) helps tee up UFC 314 in Miami, including a featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes, why current champ Ilia Topuria decided to leave his title and the weight class, and what to expect from the rest of the loaded card. Finally, the Athletic's Julian McKenzie (26:50) sets the stage for Habs/Sens where the Canadians have the chance to clinch, and he reflects on each team's unlikely path to this point this season.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.

Apr 11, 202549 min

Do the Lightning Want the Leafs in Round 1?

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Lightning Colour Analyst Brian Engblom (0:59) to the show ahead of tonight’s Leafs/Lightning contest. They discuss who would be the best matchup for Tampa in the first round, how Tampa has flown under the radar this season and more. Then, they discuss the Jays' official announcement that they have signed Vladdy to a 14-year extension and continue to tee up the Masters. 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.

Apr 9, 202525 min

From Being a Rookie to Immortalized in History: Brent Johnson POV on the Gr8 Chase

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the Montreal Canadiens signing top prospect Ivan Demidov and the Denver Nuggets firing their head coach and general manager on the same day. Then, former Washington Capitals goaltender Brent Johnson joins the show to discuss his reaction to Alexander Ovechkin's record setting goal and his memories playing with Ovi when he was a rookie. 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.

Apr 8, 202524 min

Breaking Down Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s Extension with Jon Heyman

Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with New York Post MLB Insider, Jon Heyman (2:07). They break down the Blue Jays and Vladdy ending the drama and committing to one another for the next 14 seasons. Then, they discuss how the contract came to be, how Toronto’s front office has handled the situation, Mark Shapiro’s future, and much more! Ailish and Justin close out by discussing Alex Ovechkin’s record-setting goal and what comes next for the Great 8 and the Caps.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.

Apr 7, 202525 min

Pre-Playoff Frank or Fiction with Seravalli + Habs' Present & Future

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome in President of Hockey Content at DailyFaceoff.com Frank Seravalli (1:28) for another edition of 'Frank or Fiction.' They discuss the Habs' and Sens' playoff chances, Jalen Chatfield’s dangerous play, David Carle’s future, and much more. Then, Frank breaks the news surrounding when Connor McDavid and the injured Oilers will return to the lineup. Next, Stu Cowan from the Montreal Gazette joins the show (25:57) to tee up tonight’s matchup between the Bruins and Habs as Montreal looks to solidify their wild card position. They discuss the club’s playoff experience, Suzuki’s leadership, if the team is ahead of schedule, Lane Hutson’s Calder case, and much more. 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.

Apr 3, 202549 min

Early Jays Impressions + Following the Gr8 Chase

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert tee off with Blue Jays radio colour analyst Chris Leroux (6:14) to set the stage for the Jays' second game against the Washington Nationals. They discuss the shocking early returns on Andrés Giménez, Bo Bichette's encouraging at-bats, Max Scherzer's injury, a rocky start from the relief crew and how MLB should deal with torpedo bats. Later, Sean Reynolds (25:46) joins the show from the road where he's following Alex Ovechkin's great chase for Gretzky's goal record. He weighs in on how the Capitals have managed the record chase, what it would mean to the organization and his expectations for Boston College star Ryan Leonard in his Caps debut.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.

Apr 1, 202549 min

Controversial Torpedo Bats + Grizz-Less Taylor Jenkins

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the New YorkYankees taking the baseball world by storm with the new "Torpedo Bats." Then, Jon Morosi joins to discuss the controversial additions as well as Jurickson Profar’s 80-game suspension from the MLB, the Blue Jays' pitching staff and the decision to DFA Richard Lovelady. Then, ahead of an NBA double header on Sportsnet, NBC Sports’ Kurt Helin joins the show to chat about the state of the Memphis Grizzlies after Taylor Jenkins' firing before getting into the Final Four in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. 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.

Mar 31, 202549 min

Marchand Makes Panthers Debut + Jays' Opening Day Dejection

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off with their thoughts on the Blue Jays' 12-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Opening Day and whether or not Jays Nation should be overreacting after a morose start to the 2025 season. They shift gears to the ice with 32 Thoughts' Kyle Bukauskas (10:08), who sets the stage for Brad Marchand's Panthers debut tonight against the Utah Hockey Club and looks at the playoff picture in both conferences with 10-odd games remaining in the regular season. Later, Fox Sports MLB analyst Ben Verlander (25:45) shares his takeaways from the Jays' opener, what to expect from the AL East this season, Vladdy Jr's contract drama, why Shohei Ohtani is poised for an even bigger season than his monster 2024 campaign and who - if anyone - is stopping the Dodgers from going back-to-back.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.

Mar 28, 202549 min

MLB Opening Day Eve with Dan Shulman & Alanna Rizzo

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman (4:12) ahead of tomorrow's MLB and Blue Jays opener. They discuss his expectations for the Jays' new additions, the team's rookies, Vladdy amidst the looming contract stalemate, and much more. Then, Alanna Rizzo of Foul Territory (30:35) joins the show to discuss how the rest of the MLB views the Blue Jays offseason moves, how the Dodgers can surpass last season and who - if anyone - can stop them.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.

Mar 26, 202549 min

Making Sense of Chychrun’s Major Extension with Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Frank Seravalli of The Daily Face-Off (1:30). They discuss Scott Laughton’s fit with the Maple Leafs ahead of his first game against the Flyers with the Blue and White. Then, they discuss Jakob Chychrun’s massive contract extension, how he views the Montreal Canadiens present and future, Patrick Roy’s comments on goaltender interference, the discussions surrounding said calls at the NHL GM Meetings, and much more. 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.

Mar 25, 202524 min

TGL Final Tee Up, Jays Unveil Roster + Scouting Future Raptors at March Madness

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Adam Stanley (1:30) live from Sofi Stadium to tee up the TGL Finals. They discuss the prize money for the winning team, how the inaugural season has played out so far, and where the league goes next in Year 2. Then, The Raptors Show & Jays Talk Plus host Blake Murphy (28:00) joins the show ahead of the Raptors' matchup against the Wizards. They discuss how the season has gone with 11 games left, notable draft targets from March Madness, and more. Finally, they discuss the upcoming Jays season, his analysis of the 'Golden Grapefruit' winning spring, and the team's opening day lineup.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.

Mar 24, 202549 min

MLB Season Predictions + J.T. Miller's Revenge Stage

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off breaking down the Oilers' injuries to their star forwards. Then, Greg Amsinger of MLB Network joins the show (8:52) to discuss the final weekend ahead of the MLB regular season. He shares his thoughts on Vladdy’s contract negotiations, what it means that Max Scherzer decided to join the Blue Jays, his predictions for the AL East, and much more. Later, Sportsnet 650 Play-by-play voice Brendan Batchelor (25:52) tees up the Canucks' weekend matchup against J.T. Miller and the Rangers, Elias Pettersson’s improved play amidst the team's playoff push, the pulse of the Canucks fanbase, and more. Finally, Ailish and Justin go through their predictions for the Jays' season.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.

Mar 21, 202549 min

GM Meeting Reflections with Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Daily Face-Off's Frank Seravalli (0:53). They discuss the word out of GM meetings in Florida, including possible expansion, the state of the All-Star game ahead of the Olympics and playoff seeding. Then, they get into Leon Draisaitl’s health, powerplay trends across the NHL this season, and much more. Justin and Ailish close out the show with Mark Shapiro’s latest optimistic comments surrounding Vladdy’s future. 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.

Mar 20, 202524 min

Leafs, Avs' Measuring Stick Matchup in Toronto

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Colby Armstrong in the studio to tee up Wednesday Night Hockey’s Avs/Leafs matchup. They discuss the Avalanche's complete overhaul this season, the expectation for Scott Laughton in Toronto, the overall sense of “tiredness” around the NHL this season, his memories playing against Ovi, and much more. Then, Altitude Sports analyst and former NHLer John Mitchell (30:38) joins the show to discuss the Avs' health issues that have shadowed their season, how Martin Nečas has fit in, how they match up against a potential first-round opponent in the Dallas Stars and much more!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.

Mar 19, 202549 min

NHL Playoff Races Heating Up

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with former NHL head coach and 2-time Stanley Cup Champion, Derek Lalonde (2:18). They discuss the Oilers' up-and-down season, his time with the Lightning, the tight playoff races around the league and what it is like coaching a bubble playoff team, and much more. Then, Sportsnet’s Sean Reynolds (32:03) joins the show to tee up tonight’s potential playoff preview between the Jets and Canucks. They discuss how Winnipeg’s offence has clicked so well this year, Mark Scheifele's Team Canada chances in 2026, Connor Hellebuyck's case for the Hart Trophy, and much more. 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.

Mar 18, 202549 min

NBA, NHL Playoffs Look-Ahead with Brett Siegel & Greg Wyshynski

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Jays announcing José Berríos as their opening-day starter and Max Scherzer’s latest injury. Then, ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel (10:57) joins the show to tee up tonight’s NBA double-header on Sportsnet with Pacers vs. Timberwolves and Nuggets vs. Warriors. They discuss OKC’s playoff chances, Jimmy Butler’s fit in Golden State, and the Nuggets needing more from Jamal Murray. Later, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski (28:59) joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines around the NHL including the GM Meetings and the toll of the NHL Schedule, the tight playoff races around the league, what matchups he is hoping to see, and much more.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.

Mar 17, 202549 min

Checking in on The Players Championship + Battle of Ontario Preview

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Adam Stanley (1:10) live on location from the Players Championship. They discuss the Canadians to watch, what to expect from the championship, whether 2025 will be a big year for Rory McIlroy and much more. Then, it’s the return of the ‘A-List’ as Justin blind ranks good and bad golf moments. Later, Anna Dua (30:45) joins the show to tee up the big matchups around the NHL this weekend to keep an eye out for. They discuss the Leafs' tilt against the Senators in a battle of Ontario, the Sens' recent success, tonight’s Red Wings/Hurricanes game and why Rantanen and the Canes did not work well together.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.

Mar 14, 202549 min