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AL East Projections

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Jon Morosi (1:40) to the show to discuss the latest surrounding the Blue Jays. They discuss whether Jays fans should feel more optimistic about Vladdy’s future with the recent reports regarding the negotiations and Max Scherzer’s spring training. Then, they discuss the Yankees' injuries and whether the Jays could gain some steam early into the season, where he expects the Jays to finish in the standings, the Rays' future home, 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 13, 202524 min

Trade Deadline Fallout with Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (2:08) discussing the latest around the NHL since the trade deadline. They get into the relationship between Brind’Amour and Eric Tulsky, whether a playoff berth could change how Vancouver approaches the offseason, the fascinating Cozens/Norris swap and why the Sabres decided to make the move now. Then, Michael Grange joins the show (28:35) live from Scotiabank arena ahead of the 76ers/Raptors game to tee things up and discuss both teams' injury-riddled lineups, 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.

Mar 12, 202549 min

Vladdy Turns Down Big Money + Marchand Returns to Boston

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off with the latest bombshell surrounding Vladdy’s contract talks with the Blue Jays. Then, Fluto Shinzawa of the Athletic Boston joins the show (9:13) to discuss the crazy times in the Bruins organization following the trade deadline. They discuss Brad Marchand joining the Panthers, tee up tonight’s Panthers/Bruins contest, and look ahead to the future in Boston. Later, Landon Ferraro (30:02) joins the show to discuss Canucks' “turbulent year”, how the trade deadline played out in Vancouver, the positives out of the organization this season 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 11, 202549 min

Ekblad Suspended + Utah GM Bill Armstrong Joins The Show!

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by reacting to Aaron Ekblad's 20-game suspension for PEDs. Then, they debate the recent news surrounding Mitch Marner’s future in Toronto after refusing to waive his NTC in a potential Rantanen trade before welcoming in Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (9:38). He shares his thoughts on the Marner situation, how Carlo and Laughton performed in their Leafs debuts, and much more. Then, Utah Hockey Club GM Bill Armstrong joins the show (29:55). He discusses his team's philosophy at the NHL trade deadline, what to expect from Josh Doan playing against his father’s new team, his first year in Utah, 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 10, 202549 min

Deadline Day Takeaways

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert continue recapping the NHL Trade Deadline, beginning with Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (0:20). The trio review whether the Toronto Maple Leafs improved enough by adding Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo, why Brad Treliving was comfortable subtracting Fraser Minten while holding onto Easton Cowan, Jake Walman's impact on the Edmonton Oilers blueline, why Logan Stankoven will soften the blow of the Carolina Hurricanes losing Mikko Rantanen, and the Ottawa Senators' underrated yet effective deadline. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (29:45) to dig further into the Senators bringing in Dylan Cozens and Fabian Zetterlund, they debate Ottawa's readiness for a playoff push and the potential of Mikko Rantanen's Dallas Stars taking on his former squad in the Colorado Avalanche this postseason. The show comes to a close with Ailish and Justin's deadline takeaways, including the Winnipeg Jets and Washington Capitals deciding to opt for a quieter deadline.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 7, 202547 min

Bruins Send Marchand & Carlo to Divisional Rivals

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert take you through the NHL Trade Deadline as Atlantic Division squads load up at the Boston Bruins expense. The duo reacts to Brad Marchand becoming a Florida Panther in a shocking move that will see him team up with fellow pests Sam Bennett and Matthew Tkachuk. Then, Ailish and Justin digest the Toronto Maple Leafs acquiring Brandon Carlo in a complicated deal involving Boston and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Afterwards, former NHL head coach Rick Bowness joins the show (35:45) to discuss the Atlantic Division arms race along with the Winnipeg Jets' and Dallas Stars' playoff outlook. The duo concludes the hour touching on the Ottawa Senators adding Fabian Zetterlund in a deal with Sharks before reacting to the Vancouver Canucks retaining Brock Boeser past the deadline.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 7, 202555 min

Stars Win Rantanen Sweepstakes and Laughton is a Leaf

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert begin the show with analysis on the Dallas Stars acquiring and signing Mikko Rantanen from the Carolina Hurricanes. Then, Jennifer Botterill stops by to survey some of earlier trade action on NHL Trade Deadline Day in Canadian markets (3:50) including the Winnipeg Jets adding Brandon Tanev and Luke Schenn, Scott Laughton heading home to Toronto, the Ottawa Senators swapping Josh Norris for Dylan Cozens in a deal with the Buffalo Sabres, and Brady Tkachuk's emotional reaction to his teammate and good friend exiting Ottawa. Afterwards, the duo turns their attention to the Central Division to size up the Colorado Avalanche's new look offence, that now features Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle, in comparison to Dallas' group. Sportsnet's Luke Fox checks in from Denver, Colorado to breakdown the Maple Leafs move for Laughton, what the Oakville, Ontario native will bring to the lineup and locker room, and whether Brad Treliving needs to turn his attention to the blueline.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 7, 202545 min

NHL Trade Deadline Eve

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with former NHL forward and Co-Host of the Energy Line Podcast, Nate Thompson (6:58). They discuss his experience getting traded at home and on the road, what goes into creating a trade list and why he accepted a trade to the Habs despite them being on his no-trade list. Then, they discuss locker room vibes around and after the trade deadline, Rantanen’s situation in Carolina, and much more. Later, Ailish and Justin go through how each of the Canadian teams should approach the Trade Deadline and answer your texts!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 7, 202549 min

Deadline Frank Or Fiction with Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with a game of ‘Frank or Fiction’ with the Daily Face-Off's Frank Seravalli (1:04). They discuss how the Devils will approach the deadline with Jack Hughes out for the remainder of the season, Julien BriseBois’ continued aggressive deadline moves, what’s left for the Leafs on deadline day, Evander Kane’s future in Edmonton, and much more. Then, with Spring Training underway, Ailish and Justin are joined by the voice of the Blue Jays Dan Shulman (28:50) to discuss what he has been encouraged by from Toronto thus far. They discuss whether Vladdy and Bo's contract situations will be distractions for the clubhouse this season, what the team will need from Kirk, and end things off by discussing some college hoops ahead of March Madness! 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 6, 202549 min

Trade Deadline Expectations with Kyle Bukauskas & Cam Robinson

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Kyle Bukauskas (1:40) to go through the most interesting teams ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. They discuss what he expects the Senators to do at the deadline, the Habs' playoff chances and their decision to re-sign Jake Evans, the Oilers making moves, and much more. Then, Cam Robinson (26:03) joins the show to discuss the Seth Jones trade, if the Leafs should move on from a top prospect and the risk involved, whether the Lightning can find their next Brandon Hagel, 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 5, 202549 min

Deadline Week Rundown with Adnan Virk & Shayna Goldman

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Adnan Virk (8:33) to tee up tonight’s Sharks/Leafs matchup on Prime Monday Night Hockey. They discuss the Sharks' young stars in Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, how he expects the Leafs to match up against a young San Jose team, Celebrini's chances to make Canada's Olympic squad in 2026, and his thoughts on Vladdy’s future with the Blue Jays. Then, the Athletic's Shayna Goldman (28:00) joins the show to tee up the 2025 NHL trade deadline. They discuss the Hurricanes' options with Mikko Rantanen, what Florida is getting in Seth Jones, what she expects the biggest contenders around the league to add, 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 4, 202549 min

Getting Set for the Stadium Series + Steph’s Last Dance?

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Greg Wyshynski (1:11) of ESPN to tee up the Stadium Series matchup between the Red Wings and Blue Jackets, tee up the trade deadline, the Oilers struggles as of late, the biggest name he expects to be moved by next week, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss what the Leafs will have to depart with in order to make a splash at the deadline, their early impressions and expectations for the Jays during Spring Training, and more. Later, Tim Reynolds (34:03) joins the show to discuss Joel Embiid being ruled out for the remainder of this season, Steph’s continued dominance amidst the Warriors “last 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.

Mar 1, 202549 min

Oilers Looking for Motivation in SCF Rematch

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by breaking down tonight’s Stanley Cup Rematch. Then, Meaghan Mikkelson (10:22) joins the show to discuss the Flames' plans ahead of the deadline, Dustin Wolf’s excellence between the pipes for Calgary, and much more. Later, Mark Spector (29:07) tees up tonight’s Stanley Cup rematch between the Oilers and Panthers, the team's struggles since the Four Nations break, how the Oilers will approach the deadline with the uncertainty around Evander Kane, whether Edmonton will roll with Stuart Skinner in the playoffs, 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.

Feb 28, 202549 min

Jets, Sens & Trade Deadline Stakes

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing Nick Kypreos’ NHL Trade Board on Sportsnet.ca. Then, Sara Orlesky joins the show (14:10) to discuss the Jets win streak heading into tonight’s matchup in the nation’s capital, Mark Scheifele’s performance this season, and more. Later, former Ottawa Senator and Co-Host of the Coming In Hot” Podcast, Jason York joins the show (30:00). They discuss Brady Tkachuk’s Four-Nations performance and injury, the team's chances of reaching the postseason, and much more. Ailish and Justin close out discussing the NFL's interest in implementing an electronic first-down measuring system.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.

Feb 27, 202549 min

Scherzer's Spring Debut + Oilers Stumble Out of 4 Nations Break

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by discussing Matthew Tkachuk’s interview with Jimmy Fallon and Max Scherzer’s Jays spring training debut. Then, EJ Hradek (8:53) of NHL Network joins the show to discuss the impact the Four Nations has had on the American market, the Oilers' play following the break, 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.

Feb 25, 202524 min

Toronto Tempo's Targets with GM Monica Wright Rogers

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (0:33). They settle their Four Nations bet and recap the tournament, discussing how America has grown as a hockey nation, what worked from the tourney and what will be changed. Then, they discuss the Tkachuk brothers and Brady’s future in Canada’s Capital, if there is a chance we could see the Schenn brothers on the same team ahead of the deadline, the Bruins' plans for the deadline, how Evander Kane could limit the Oilers plans, and more. Then, newly appointed General Manager of the Toronto Tempo Monica Wright Rogers joins the show (28:46). They discuss how she wants her team to play, how she plans to approach building her team, and much more. They end things off by discussing the latest from the Blue Jays with Vladdy.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.

Feb 25, 202549 min

Dua and Amber Recap Canada’s 4 Nations Victory

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off reacting to Canada’s 4 Nations victory over the US. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua joins the show (10:40) to discuss her takeaways from covering the 4 Nations Face-Off and following team Canada throughout the tournament. Later, Sportsnet's David Amber makes an appearance (27:50) to recap the NHL’s first best-on-best tournament in almost 10 years. They discuss Connor McDavid’s overtime winner, Thomas Harley making the most of his opportunity, John Cooper’s performance behind Canada’s bench, Jordan Binnington’s outstanding final, 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.

Feb 22, 202549 min

4 Nations Final Forecast with Elliotte Friedman and Luke Gazdic

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Elliotte Friedman live from TD Gardens ahead of the Four Nations Face-Off Final between Canada and the U.S.A. (1:20). They discuss the mood in Boston ahead of the championship game, what the lineups will look like, the relationship between Binnington and Hellebuyck, the impact the tournament has had on the growth of the sport and much more. Later, Luke Gazdic (25:50) joins the show live from the studio to tee up the game and discuss how the two sides will each bring the energy to the game, if we could see a fight early on, Makar’s importance to Canada’s back end, Sid’s legacy, players facing the most pressure, 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.

Feb 21, 202549 min

USA vs. Canada Hockey History

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ron MacLean (0:57) to tee up tomorrow’s Four Nations Final between Canada and the U.S. He shares takeaways from the tournament so far, goes down memory lanes from past international hockey events, and much more. Then, former USA Olympian and Stanley Cup Champion Brian Gionta joins the show (30:33). He discusses his experiences representing his country, the growth of the Tkachuk brothers and his time playing with their father Keith, the pressure of playing in a big game like Thursday’s final, 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.

Feb 20, 202549 min

Vladdy's Blue Jays Future in the Balance

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the latest surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s future after the Jays missed his self-imposed negotiation deadline on Monday. Then, Jason Bukala (10:07) joins the show to discuss how he has evaluated Canada's and America’s rosters as the two sides are set to face off on Thursday night. They discuss the rivalry between the two countries, USA’s development model and chemistry, and much more. Later, Caleb Joseph (32:17) joins the show to discuss the Jays and Vladdy’s failure to agree on a contract extension. They break down how the two parties got here, what is next for Toronto, the Jays spending tendencies, 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.

Feb 19, 202549 min

4 Nations Final Set + Vladdy’s Decision Down to the Wire w/ Shi Davidi

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with the 4 Nations Face-Off Finals set with Canada and the U.S. ready to do battle once again. Liam McHugh of TNT joins the show to tee up the matchup and discuss how the tournament has attracted more American fans. Then, with Vladdy’s self-set contract deadline with the Blue Jays coming up tomorrow, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (29:00) joins the show to discuss the latest contract negotiations, why a deal hasn’t been reached, and if talks could continue during the season. Later, they discuss how Vladdy’s future in Toronto is tied with Bo Bichette, if the talks could have an impact on Spring Training, 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.

Feb 18, 202549 min

A Weekend of 4 Nations Action with Elliotte Friedman & Chris Cuthbert

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Elliotte Friedman (0:39) for the latest on Cale Makar and whether Thomas Harley will suit up for Canada ahead of the team's matchup against USA on Saturday Night. They break down the lineup changes for Canada, McDavid’s play in Game 1, the players' willingness to speak to the media, and much more. Later, Chris Cuthbert (25:18) joins the show to discuss the Tkachuk’s performances last night, buzz around the 4 Nations tournament in Montreal and the scenes during the anthems so far. Finally, Arash Madani (40:55) joins the show live from San Francesco ahead of the NBA All-Star Game and Skills competition. They discuss the scenes in San Fran, SGA’s chance to make a “triumphant statement”, Edey’s rise, 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.

Feb 15, 202549 min

Canada Starts 4 Nations Strong + USA/Finland Preview

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off recapping Canada’s big win over Sweden last night to kick off the Four Nations Face-Off and tee up the Finland/USA matchup tonight. They welcome NHL Network analyst Mike Kelly (10:17) to the show to discuss his initial impressions from the tournament's opener, Canada’s goaltending decisions, the star-studded powerplay on display, and more. Then, Mike breaks down Finland’s path to victory and his expectations for Team USA. Later, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest news from the Blue Jays Spring Camp. Finally, Frank Seravalli (34:30) joins the show to discuss his tournament predictions, Crosby’s importance to Team Canada, potential injury replacements for Shea Theodore, expectations for USA/Finland, 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.

Feb 14, 202549 min

4 Nations Begins + NHL's Future Tournament Plans

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by teeing up the opening night of the Four Nations Face-Off! Then, they throw to Gary Bettman’s press conference (16:11) as the NHL announces their plans for the future of international hockey. Later, Edmonton Oilers Assistant Coach and HHOf defenceman Paul Coffey (46:04) joins the show to discuss what it is like playing in a best-on-best tournament, his thoughts on the Four Nations Face-Off, the Oilers mentality this season, 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.

Feb 13, 202554 min

4 Nations Countdown with Marty Walsh and Kelly Hrudey

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert react to the Raptors locking up Brandon Ingram to a 3-year, $120 million contract extension. Then, Executive Director of the NHLPA, Marty Walsh (7:05), joins the show to discuss the Four Nations Face-off. They break down how the NHL and the NHLA PA were able to get NHL players back into international hockey, his process surrounding negotiations, the future of the Four Nations Face-Off, and much more. Next, Kelly Hrudey (31:32) joins the show live from Montreal to reflect on his experiences donning the maple leaf for his country, Canada’s goaltending expectations with Binnington earning the starting job in a “one goalie tournament”, 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.

Feb 12, 202549 min

Big Game Fallout + Luka Doncic's Lakers Debut

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off recapping the Eagles' big win over the Kansas City Chiefs to dash the hopes of a three-peat. Then, Charles Davis (12:08) joins the show to break down the Super Bowl, how the Eagles got here after their last SB loss to Kansas City, redemption for Nick Siriani, Patrick Mahomes' legacy, and much more. Later, Dan Woike (36:05) joins the show to tee up Luka Doncic’s debut in a Lakers uniform. They discuss how the Lakers stack up, whether they have a better chance to win now as opposed to before the trade, Lebron’s sway within the organization, 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.

Feb 11, 202549 min

Eagles vs. Chiefs with Arash Madani

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by teeing up Super Bowl 59 this weekend. They welcome Sportsnet’s Arash Madani (10:02) live from NOLA to tee up the Chiefs/Eagles matchup, discuss the legacies on the line for the game’s biggest stars, and much more. Then, Shayna Goldman (32:02) joins the show to discuss who could be called up as injury replacements at the Four Nations, recapping some of the big trades around the NHL as of late, 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.

Feb 8, 202549 min

A Frank Assessment on the NBA Trade Deadline with Isola

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by recapping the NBA Trade deadline with Frank Isola (6:07). They discuss the Raptors acquiring Brandon Ingram, the Jimmy Butler trade, the KD trade saga, how the Cavs look following their deadline moves, the Lakers' future outlook, and more. Then, Frank Seravalli (26:26) joins the show to discuss the rumours surrounding a potential Dylan Cozens trade, the Four Nations Face-Off, an NHL awards update, and more. Then, to close out the show, Vivek Jacob (41:15) breaks down how the Raps faired at the trade deadline. 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.

Feb 7, 202549 min

NBA Deadline Eve + Fernández Leaves Team Canada

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Jonny Lazarus (1:32) live from MSG to tee up tonight’s Bruins/Rangers matchup. They discuss how the Rangers' recent play, J.T. Miller's fit back in with New York, the team's playoff chances, defenceman that could be on their way to the Rangers at the deadline, and much more. Then, Michael Grange (25:38) joins the show to discuss Jordi Fernández announcing that he is leaving the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team. Then, they discuss what we can expect from the Raptors ahead of tomorrow’s NBA trade deadline including if Chris Boucher will stick around, interest in Brandon Ingram, Poeltl’s availability, 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.

Feb 6, 202549 min

The International Stage + NHL Award Politics with Chris Pronger

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with HHOF defenceman Chris Pronger (1:24). They discuss his experience representing his country ahead of the Four Nations Face-off, Pietrangelo’s decision to withdraw from the tournament, the NHL cap rising, his thoughts on NHL award trends, and much more. Then, Luke Fox (30:11) joins the show to tee up tonight’s Leafs matchup against the Calgary Flames. They discuss what Marner’s absence could mean for the lineup, the significance of the upcoming break for Max Domi and Morgan Rielly, 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.

Feb 5, 202549 min

Making Sense Of the Luka/AD Blockbuster With Tim Reynolds and Joseph Casciaro

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off breaking down how the Luka Dončić blockbuster will impact NBA trade deadline week. Tim Reynolds (9:37) joins the conversation to discuss the most unexpected move he has witnessed in his career. They get into the varying perspectives of the trade once the initial shock has cleared, how the Mavs viewed Luka long-term, the secrecy involved in the deal, the latest on the Warriors' pursuit of a star, Butler’s future, and more. Later, Joseph Casciaro (32:27) shares his thoughts on the deal as well as the Kings trading De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs, how the Raptors can approach the deadline with some of the big names off the board, how the Mavs stack up with AD, 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.

Feb 4, 202550 min

Raptors Turning Point + Breaking Down The Flames-Flyers Trade

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the NHL’s cap expecting to rise and Brandon Saad signing with the Vegas Golden Knights. Then, Sportsnet's Blake Murphy joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena to tee up tonight’s matchup between the Bulls and Raptors, Toronto's five-game win streak, a Raptors trade deadline primer, and more (9:00). Later on, Ailish and Justin break down the Calgary Flames acquiring forwards Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for Andrei Kuzmenko and two draft picks. They welcome Sportsnet's Eric Francis on to get his thoughts on how the Flames look following the move, Dusitn Wolf’s Calder level season, and much more (32:05).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 affiliates.

Feb 1, 202549 min

Blue Jays Land Max Scherzer

The Toronto Blue Jays offseason improves by signing veteran pitcher Max Scherzer on a 1-year contract. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert on the show to discuss what Scherzer brings to the roster and whether there's more additions to come (4:50). Then, Sportsnet's Mike Futa stops by to evaluate Drew Doughty’s season debut last night, if he should replace Alex Pietrangelo at 4 Nations Face-Off, why he's Hockey Canada’s darling, if Brandt Clark could be on his way out of L.A., and much more. Steve Kouleas of Sirius XM NHL Network Radio makes an appearance to break down the 4 Nations captain announcements, Crosby’s international legacy ahead of the tournament, potential injury replacements, and more (25:40).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 affiliates.

Jan 31, 202549 min

Utah HC Narrows in on Next Name

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the three finalists for Utah HC’s next team name. Then, Gord Stellick (30:40) joins the show to tee up the Leafs' matchup against the Wild and break down Max Domi’s goal streak, the Leafs' health status heading into the Four Nations Face-off, who could replace Pietrangelo on Team Canada, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin end things off by teeing up the Raptors' matchup against the Wizards. 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.

Jan 29, 202524 min

Raptors' Deadline Runway

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the Jim Rutherford bombshell surrounding Pettersson/Miller and what comes next for Van City. Then, Aaron Rose (11:14) joins the show to discuss the latest Raptors rumours including the links to Brandon Ingram. They discuss RJ Barrett’s future in Toronto, how the Raptors will approach the deadline, and much more. Next, Jesse Granger (30:45) joins the show to tee up tonight’s Stars/Vegas contest and discuss the history between the two clubs, if we can expect a playoff matchup between the two sides, Jack Eichel’s trophy candidacy, the best goaltender in the Pacific Division, 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.

Jan 29, 202549 min

Seravalli Talks Rantanen Trade + NFL Conference Championship Reaction

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli to break down the Carolina Hurricanes landing Avs superstar Mikko Rantanen in a blockbuster trade over the weekend. They discuss the big deal and what is next for the Hurricanes, how the Canucks are impacted on the trade front, the ripple effect of Alex Pietrangelo withdrawing from the 4 Nations Face-Off, and much more. Then, Mike Golic Jr. (24:37) joins the show to recap the NFL Conference Championship games, tee up the Super Bowl matchup between the Eagles and Chiefs with a three-peat on the line, and the future of the Washington Commanders.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.

Jan 28, 202549 min

EJ Hradek on Habs Rise + Ben Verlander Talks Dodgers Offseason Dominance

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff start the show chatting about where the Blue Jays stand as we approach spring training. Then, the guy’s welcome EJ Hradek (9:20) on to discuss the Montreal Canadiens rise, goaltending at the Four Nations Face-Off, and much more. Afterwards, they welcome Fox Sports MLB Analyst Ben Verlander to the show (33:00). Verlander provides his perspective on the Jays finishing second place to the Dodgers in their chase of stars, if signing Pete Alonso would change the Jays' outlook, the Dodgers monumental payroll, 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.

Jan 25, 202549 min

Canucks/Oilers Rematch Preview with Kyle Bukauskas and Thomas Drance

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert break down the details of the Anthony Santander contract with the Toronto Blue Jays and Pete Alonso rumours. Then, Kyle Bukauskas stops by to discuss the latest on J.T. Miller, officiating around the NHL, and more (10:20). Later on, Thomas Drance joins the show to tee up tonight's Canucks/Oilers rematch, Vancouver’s struggles, what a return for Miller should look like, who could be extended by the team, and much more (25:45). 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 affiliates.

Jan 24, 202549 min

Jimmy Butler Finally on the Move?

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Brett Siegel (1:18) of Clutch Points to discuss the latest news and rumours from around the NBA. They break down, Jimmy Butler’s new suspension, the Raptors' trade possibilities, Jamal Murray’s play as of late, and more. Then, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (26:36) joins the show to tee up the Leafs matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They discuss the Leafs' decision between the pipes, Rielly’s newest D-partner, 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.

Jan 23, 202549 min

J.T. Miller Sweepstakes + Breaking Down McDavid’s Suspension with Jack Michaels

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli to break down the three-game suspension given to Connor McDavid following his scuffle with Conor Garland. They talk the frontrunners for J.T. Miller, the latest NHL cap projections, and much more. Then, they discuss the three new additions to the Baseball Hall of Fame. After, Ailish and Justin break down McDavid’s suspension before welcoming in Jack Michaels (24:43) to get his thoughts on the ruling, tee up tonight’s matchup between the Oilers and Capitals, and weigh in on Alex Ovechkin's legacy.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.

Jan 22, 202549 min

Buying Into Berube’s System + Santander's Signing with Shi Davidi

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off breaking down the Blue Jays signing of free agent Anthony Santander to a five-year deal. Then Sportsnet’s, Anna Dua joins the show to discuss the Leafs buying into Craig Berube’s system, tee up tonight’s contest between the Lightning and Leafs, and praise Toronto’s monumental comeback over the Habs this weekend. Then, Shi Davidi (27:41) joins the show to discuss what Anthony Santander brings to the Blue Jays, the team's miss on Roki Sasaki, 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.

Jan 21, 202549 min

Sasaki Snubs Jays, Hockey Day in Canmore + UFC 311 Preview

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ron MacLean (2:02) to tee up Hockey Day in Canada in Canmore! They look ahead to the weekend, reflect on the impact of the event ahead of its 25th edition, and discuss the rich hockey history of Canmore. Then, Ailish and Justin break down the news that Rōki Sasaki has agreed to join the Los Angeles Dodgers with the Jays finishing in second place yet again. Later, to tee up UFC 311, Mike Malott (31:45) joins the show to tee up UFC 311. They discuss the big change in the Main Event a day before the fight with Renato Moicano subbing in for Arman Tsarukyan to take on Islam Makhachev, how fighters adapt when a replacement is called up last minute, 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.

Jan 18, 202549 min

Jays Rumour Round Up + NFL Divisional Round Preview

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:15) to break down the latest reporting regarding the Blue Jays. They discuss the Jays' chances of landing superstar FA Roki Sasaki, whether the Mets are a legitimate threat to make a move for Vladdy amidst reports surrounding active contract negotiations, and much more. Then, James Palmer (28:40) joins the show to tee up the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, Mahomes and the Chiefs' chances at a three-peat, whether the Lions' health concerns will plague the team against the Commanders, the battle between Jackson and Allen, 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.

Jan 17, 202550 min

Raptors' Progress + NHL Headlines with Shayna Goldman

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the biggest Jays rumours before discussing Chris Boucher’s recent stretch of play and his future in Toronto. Alvin Williams (12:40) joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena to help tee up the Raptors' contest against the Celtics, Chris Boucher’s potential fit around the league, the core's development (or lack thereof), and more. Then, Shayna Goldman (31:25) joins the show to tee up the biggest games around the NHL tonight, if Hellebuyck could win the Hart, how the Wild should approach the remainder of the season, Jarry being waived by the Penguins, 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.

Jan 16, 202549 min

Deadline Objectives with Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (1:05) to discuss trade rumours heating up around the league, what it will take for Dustin Wolf to win the Calder, and more. Then, they discuss Tony DeAngelo’s decision to leave the KHL and if we can see him back in the NHL, the interest around the league in John Klingberg following a major surgery, 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.

Jan 14, 202524 min

Bowness Talks Hellebuyck’s Success + Principe Tees Up Kings/Oilers

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the latest news and rumours surrounding star free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki before welcoming in former NHL head coach Rick Bowness (3:11) to the show. They discuss handling turmoil in a locker room, the Leafs' response following a loss over the weekend, Hellebuyck’s Vezina calibre campaign, and much more. Then, Gene Principe (30:37) joins the show to tee up the Oilers matchup against the Kings, how Edmonton has looked as of late compared to the start of the season, 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.

Jan 14, 202549 min

Wild Card Weekend Preview + Jays' Front Office Mentality

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the latest news surrounding Vladdy’s future in Toronto. Then, they welcome Sportsnet’s Donnovan Bennett (8:18) to tee up the NFL’s Wild Card weekend, the Bills playoff outlook, what to expect from Sam Darnold and the Vikings, who to keep an eye out for, who should be MVP, and much more. Then, they discuss the Brad Marchand/David Pastrňák rift rumours before welcoming Jeff Blair (29:45) to the show. They discuss the contract talks between the Jays and Vladdy, how the front office operates, whether they can land any notable free agents left on the market, 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.

Jan 11, 202549 min

Midseason Frank or Fiction with Frank Seravalli

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (1:14) as they go through the biggest storylines around the league and play a mid-season game of Frank or Fiction. They discuss the Elias Pettersson trade rumours, USA Junior coach David Carle’s future, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest Blue Jays news before welcoming Vivek Jacob (29:53) to tee up the Raptors game against the Cavs. They discuss if we can judge Darko’s tenure as the Raptors head coach, which Raptors we can expect to see shipped out at the deadline, 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.

Jan 10, 202549 min

NHL Awards at Halfway Point + NBA's Battle of One-Seeds

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski (1:31) to break down the biggest storylines around the NHL. They discuss the Florida Panthers getting an outdoor game, the Capitals' success this season under Carbery, the Hart & Calder races at the midseason point, and much more. Finally, NBC Sports’ Kurt Helin (31:02) joins the show to tee up tonight’s OKC/CAVS game, the MVP race, the best landing spots for Jimmy Butler, 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.

Jan 9, 202549 min

Leafs' Midseason Grades + Goaltending Around the NHL

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with the shifting playoff standings around the NHL and how many Canadian teams could end up in the postseason this year. Then, Luke Fox (8:26) joins the show to tee up the Leafs' matchup against the Flyers, their mid-season grades, their mentor trip, and much more. Later, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest rumours/reports from the Blue Jays' offseason. Next, Carter Hutton (30:23) joins the show to discuss the goaltending matchup between the Leafs and Flyers, how Canada’s goalies have performed since being named to the Four-Nations Face-Off, Askarov’s confidence, 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.

Jan 8, 202549 min