The FAN Morning Show

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben and Brent discussing the Maple Leafs’ current special teams woes, who bears the most responsibility for the team’s lack of power play production, Mitch Marner’s quickness since returning from his high-ankle sprain, and Ilya Samsonov’s leash heading into Saturday’s Game 4. Later, the guys are joined by Commander Chris Hadfield (24:47), Canadian astronaut and noted Leafs fan, to chat about his Leafs fandom, his assessment of the team’s performance through the first three games of their series against Boston, his experience meeting the late Bob Cole, his fantastic tale of descending from space during the Leafs’ Game 7 loss to Boston in 2013, and if human civilization will ever walk on Mars. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the show by reflecting on the passing of broadcasting legend Bob Cole and discuss his lasting impact on the hockey world. Then, the guys weigh in on Elliotte Friedman’s latest reporting regarding William Nylander’s migraine issues and Nylander’s potential role should he rejoin the Leafs’ lineup in Game 4. Afterwards, Ben and Brent chat about the Blue Jays’ rain-shortened loss in Kansas City on Thursday, John Schneider’s frustration with the handling of Thursday’s prolonged rain delay, Shohei Ohtani’s visit to Toronto this weekend, the reception Ohtani might receive after spurning the Jays in free agency, and how the Blue Jays’ starting rotation stacks up against the Dodgers’ potent offence (32:06).  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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Devan Dubnyk, former NHL goaltender and current NHL Network analyst, to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s performance in Game 3 against Boston, the Leafs’ defensive lapse on Brad Marchand’s eventual game-winning goal in the third period, the Leafs’ power play struggles, and if Jim Montgomery will be tempted to stick with Jeremy Swayman for Game 4. Later, Luke Gazdic, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ track record of offensive struggles in the post-season, Brad Marchand’s mastery of drawing penalties, his personal experience playing against Marchand, and the atmosphere inside Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday night (27:55).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ current power play struggles, the team’s lack of shooting threats outside of Auston Matthews, if Max Domi merits a look on PP1, Morgan Rielly’s limited offensive presence thus far in Round 1, and Brad Marchand’s beneficial whistle in the Bruins’ Game 3 win. Then, Ben and Brent weigh in on the atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena last night and if the crowd bears any responsibility in creating a material home ice advantage. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on the Oilers’ Game 2 loss to the LA Kings, the current wealth of parity in the NBA, and Tiger Woods receiving $100 million in equity for his loyalty to the PGA Tour (35:12). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Maple Leafs’ Game 3 loss to the Bruins, Ilya Samsonov’s performance, Brad Marchand’s strategic gamesmanship, the questionable officiating in last night’s game, the controversial Marchand-Bertuzzi melee at centre ice, the Leafs’ continued special teams woes, and Mitch Marner’s lingering offensive struggles. Later, the guys chime in on the Blue Jays’ 3-2 loss in KC on Wednesday (39:38), Addison Barger’s promotion to the Big Leagues, the Blue Jays’ curious decision to deploy him in left field, the team’s ongoing offensive struggles, and Alek Manoah’s latest rehab appearance with Triple-A Buffalo. 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss today’s Toronto Sun front cover targeting Mitch Marner’s lacklustre start to the playoffs, the prevailing discourse surrounding Marner’s post-season resume, how Sheldon Keefe might attempt to jumpstart Marner’s offence, and the appropriate lineup fit for William Nylander if and/or when he’s prepared to rejoin the lineup. Afterwards, the guys are joined by Rear Admiral, co-host of the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast and famed Bruins fan, to chat about the Bruins’ expectations heading into this year’s playoffs, the pressure facing head coach Jim Montgomery, Boston’s unique two-goalie system, his current confidence level in the team after Games 1 and 2, and his admiration for Brad Marchand (26:20). 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 affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Renaud Lavoie, NHL Insider for TVA Sports, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ performance in Games 1 and 2 against Boston, Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi injecting added emotion into the Leafs’ lineup, Brad Marchand’s effusive praise for the Leafs, Toronto’s handling of William Nylander’s murky injury status, and the NHL’s lack of regulatory measures when it comes to teams disclosing player injuries. Later, Ben and Brent are joined by Scott Hartnell (26:10), former NHL forward and current NHL Network analyst, to chat about Brad Marchand’s reputation as one of the best instigators in the NHL, Auston Matthews’ dominant Game 2 performance, William Nylander’s mysterious absence from the Leafs’ lineup, and his personal experience suffering a freak injury during his playing days with the Flyers. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays’ deflating 3-2 loss to the Royals on Tuesday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s costly error at first base, if the current discourse surrounding Guerrero Jr. is unfair, Kevin Gausman’s diminished command early in the season, and Daniel Vogelbach’s utility on this team. Later, the guys dive into the Maple Leafs’ Game 3 matchup against the Boston Bruins (31:49). They weigh in on Brad Marchand’s comments on Tuesday about the Leafs “playing for keeps,” Toronto’s recent history of playoff shortcomings on home ice, and William Nylander’s availability for Game 3. 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 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Sportsnet’s Jason Bukala stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ Game 2 win over the Bruins, Boston’s decision to start Linus Ullmark over Jeremy Swayman, the lack of 5-on-5 production from the Leafs’ second line, Mitch Marner’s quiet start to the playoffs, and the Leafs’ refusal to divulge any specifics about William Nylander’s injury status. Later, Ben and Brent are joined by Carter Hutton, former NHL goalie and current analyst for DailyFaceoff.com, to chat about Boston’s goaltending rotation, Jeremy Swayman’s historical success against the Maple Leafs, Ilya Samsonov’s performance in Games 1 and 2, and how William Nylander’s absence has affected Toronto (32:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss Auston Matthews’ clutch offensive showing in Game 2 against Boston, Max and Tie Domi becoming the first father-son tandem to score for the Maple Leafs in the playoffs, John Tavares’ resilient Game 2 performance, Mitch Marner’s quiet start to the post-season, and William Nylander’s mysterious absence from the Leafs’ lineup. Afterwards, Sam McKee, producer of Real Kyper & Bourne and co-host of Leafs Talk, stops by (24:30) to discuss where last night ranks among Matthews’ top moments as a Leaf, Ilya Samsonov’s current form, Mitch Marner’s lack of offensive contributions to start the playoffs, and the Leafs’ improved special teams play in Game 2.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 win over the Bruins in Game 2 on Monday night, Auston Matthews’ clutch offensive performance, the chemistry he’s displayed with Max Domi and Tyler Bertuzzi, Ilya Samsonov’s gutsy showing between the pipes, the Bruins’ decision to start Linus Ullmark over Jeremy Swayman in Game 2, the Leafs’ improved work on the penalty kill, and the effectiveness of Toronto’s fourth line. Later, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 5-3 win over the Royals (36:30), Daulton Varsho’s offensive turnaround this season, Yusei Kikuchi logging another quality start, and Jordan Romano securing his 100th career save. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Damien Cox, Toronto Star contributor and Toronto Maple Leafs historian, to share his thoughts on Game 1 between the Bruins and Maple Leafs, his level of concern, why this team struggles to score in the postseason, and where in the world is William Nylander. Later on, Hockey Hall of Famer, Stanley Cup champion and current Columbus Blue Jackets Assistant Coach, Mark Recchi stops by (25:10)! He weighs in on the Bruins' culture that has helped lead to their continued success and the challenge of scoring in the playoffs, before sharing some of favourite memories from his many playoff runs. Ben and Brent close out the day offering some final thoughts ahead of tonight's pivotal Game 2. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by former Toronto Maple Leafs GM and host of Sirius XM Morning Skate Gord Stellick. They go over what the absence of William Nylander meant for the team, what is wrong with the special teams and whether is this something they can fix on the fly. The guys then get into the questions surrounding Ilya Samsonov and Gord’s level of confidence in Toronto’s net. Ben and Brent then look around the rest of the NHL Canadian teams, and how results were more favourable. Were they more impressed by the Vancouver Canucks or the Winnipeg Jets (32:29)? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning are back from the weekend, and reviewing a disappointing game 1 of Leafs-Bruins. The boys start out looking at the positives from the game and what they can take from it, how concerned are you with the play of Samsonov? What can the Leafs do to help change the special teams disadvantages we saw in game 1? And do we see a change in personal tonight? The guys then go over the Blue Jays weekend and why they can’t complete a sweep (39:03). Which part left the guys wanting more and when do we get our first sweep? 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Joshua Kloke, Maple Leafs reporter for The Athletic, to discuss his biggest point of curiosity heading into Saturday’s Game 1 between the Leafs and Bruins, Mitch Marner’s optimal deployment in Toronto's lineup, William Nylander’s recent offensive dry spell, the chances Calle Järnkrok suits up for Game 1, and Ilya Samsonov’s leash entering the post-season. Later, the guys connect with Jake Gardiner, former Leafs defenceman, to chat about his experience competing against the Bruins in the playoffs, how the Leafs rallied around Auston Matthews amidst his 70-goal pursuit, the importance of team toughness during the post-season, and what it’s like playing against Brad Marchand (25:15). Ben and Brent close the show discussing their ideal lineup machinations for Saturday’s playoff opener. 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 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Ben and Brent discussing their biggest reasons for optimism and pessimism as the Maple Leafs head into their first-round series against the Bruins. Then, the guys discuss Mitch Marner’s role in the Maple Leafs’ lineup and if he should begin post-season alongside Auston Matthews. Later, Jimmy Murphy, Editor-in-Chief of Boston Hockey Now, stops by to chat about the Bruins’ shaky finish to the regular season, the level of pressure on Boston after back-to-back first-round exits, the Bruins’ commitment to their goaltending rotation, and the versatility that Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm provide on the blue line (22:33). 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.

Happy Friday! On the eve of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Ben and Brent dive into the Maple Leafs’ first-round matchup against the Bruins. They discuss the Bruins’ unique goaltending deployment, their current confidence level in Ilya Samsonov, why starting on the road might benefit the Maple Leafs, Sheldon Keefe’s impending lineup decisions for Game 1, and which players could be the biggest X-factors for each team. Afterwards, Ben and Brent discuss their expectations for Yariel Rodriguez as he prepares to make his second MLB start on Friday, how John Schneider might deploy his bullpen this weekend, the sustainability of Daulton Varsho’s recent offensive surge, and if Orelvis Martinez is on the precipice of a big-league call-up (38:55). 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Craig Simpson, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, to discuss the Maple Leafs’ 6-4 loss to the Lightning on Wednesday, Nikita Kucherov joining the 100-assist club, his overall assessment of the Leafs’ 2023-24 regular season campaign, how the Leafs might deploy their forward lines in Round 1 against Boston, and the coaching battle between Sheldon Keefe and Jim Montgomery. Later, Sportsnet’s Michael Grange stops by to chat about Jontay Porter’s lifetime ban from the NBA, the Raptors’ response and handling of the situation, and what this incident could portend for the NBA’s future relationship with gambling partners (24:30). 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.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ four-game losing streak heading into the playoffs, why the stakes have never been higher for Sheldon Keefe and Brendan Shanahan, how Keith Pelley’s arrival at MLSE could affect the Maple Leafs’ future, Toronto’s potential forward machinations for Game 1 against Boston, and if T.J. Brodie might be the odd man out on the Leafs’ playoff blue line. Then, Ben and Brent chime in on Mitch Marner’s future beyond this season, if he’d consider waiving his no-trade clause, Jeff Carter’s retirement from the NHL, and the Arizona Coyotes shutting the door on their time in the desert. Afterwards, the guys discuss Jontay Porter’s lifetime ban from the NBA and the overlooked human element of Porter’s gambling issues (33:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss Auston Matthews finishing the regular season with 69 goals, the Maple Leafs heading into the playoffs on a four-game losing skid, Matthews’ Hart Trophy chances after falling short of the 70-goal mark, and the biggest positives from the Leafs’ 2023-24 regular season campaign. Later, the guys chime in on the Blue Jays squandering a two-run lead to the Yankees on Wednesday, John Schneider’s curious bullpen deployment, and Daulton Varsho’s recent offensive surge (32:13). 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.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Luke Gazdic, former NHL forward and Sportsnet analyst, to discuss the NHL Hart Trophy race, why he’s bullish on the Leafs’ chances against Boston, how frequently players are scoreboard-watching throughout the course of a game, and the Oilers’ form heading into the playoffs. Afterwards, Mike Francesa, host of "The Mike Francesa Podcast", stops by to chat about the current landscape of New York sports, Jalen Brunson’s ascent to stardom, Yankee fans’ adoration for Juan Soto, the growing love affair with Anthony Volpe, and his legendary radio partnership with Chris “Mad Dog” Russo (23:52). 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 affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discussing the Maple Leafs’ first-round matchup against the Boston Bruins and if this Leafs team will be impacted by previous playoff failures against the Bruins. Then, the guys weigh in on last night’s chaotic conclusion to the NHL’s Eastern Conference playoff race and the Golden State Warriors’ deflating loss to the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Later, Damien Cox (24:14), our resident Leafs historian and long-time Toronto Star contributor, joins the show to discuss the officiating in last night’s Leafs-Panthers game, Sheldon Keefe’s temperament amidst Auston Matthews’ 70-goal chase, and the biggest challenges facing Toronto in their first-round matchup against Boston.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the show by discussing the Maple Leafs’ 5-2 loss to the Panthers, Auston Matthews remaining stuck on 69 goals, the chances he suits up for Wednesday’s regular-season finale against Tampa, and the Leafs drawing Boston in the opening round of the postseason. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 5-4 victory over the Yankees on Tuesday, Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive start to the season, the importance of today’s start for Kevin Gausman, Jordan Romano reassuming his role as the Blue Jays closer, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s improved patience at the plate (29:39). 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 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair & Barker, checking in to discuss the Blue Jays’ offensive woes, the continued lack of offence at Rogers Centre, if the team would entertain a trade for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. or Bo Bichette, the impact one more bat in the lineup would make, Toronto's inability to lock up Vlad or Bo to long-term deals, and next steps for Alek Manoah in his quest to rejoin the rotation. Later, Ben and Brent are joined by Bruce Boudreau, former NHL head coach and current NHL Network analyst, to chat about Auston Matthews’ 70-goal pursuit, the stresses that Sheldon Keefe is likely experiencing with Matthews on the doorstep of a historic milestone, how the Leafs match up with Boston and Florida, and the dynamic between a head coach and his starting goaltender (26:46). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss the Maple Leafs’ current injury situation heading into their penultimate game of the regular season, Sheldon Keefe’s goaltending deployment leading into the playoffs, and how the Panthers might approach tonight’s game with first place in the Atlantic Division still hanging in the balance. Then, the guys weigh in on Cavan Biggio’s hot start to the season and debate which Blue Jay player has seen his reputation undergo the biggest evolution. Later, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox stops by (25:10) to chat about the Leafs’ injury-plagued forward group, Auston Matthews’ 70-goal chase, how Sheldon Keefe might navigate Matthews’ availability for Wednesday’s game against Tampa, what we can deduce from Keefe’s comments on Saturday about Matthews’ usage, and Max Domi’s injury status. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays’ series-opening win over the New York Yankees, Chris Bassitt’s impressive outing on the mound, the Jays’ persistent offensive flaws, the team’s baserunning blunders on Monday night, Rogers Centre’s evolving reputation as a pitcher-friendly ballpark, Danny Jansen’s activation from the IL, and Bassitt’s comments about what he attributes to the influx of pitcher injuries in MLB. Later, the guys are joined by legendary golf broadcaster Verne Lundquist (31:09) to chat about his retirement after 40 years of covering The Masters, how he became synonymous with the 16th hole at Augusta National, his viral interaction with Tiger Woods on Sunday, and Scottie Scheffler’s dominant start to the 2024 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 affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff, to discuss Sheldon Keefe’s coaching performance this season, his reputation around the NHL, Keefe’s comments on Saturday night about Matthews’ 70-goal chase, the arbitrary importance of 70 goals, and Joel Quenneville’s future in the NHL. Later, Joe Siddall, former MLB catcher and current Blue Jays Central analyst, stops by to chat about José Berríos’ impressive start to the season, Kevin Gausman’s early-season struggles, Yariel Rodriguez’s intriguing repertoire, and the team’s recurring offensive issues (27:15). 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 affiliates.

Hour two of The FAN Morning Show begins with Gord Stellick, former NHL GM, stopping by to discuss Auston Matthews’ deployment during Saturday’s game against the Red Wings, Sheldon Keefe’s malleability amidst Matthews’ 70-goal chase, the Leafs’ new-look forward machinations since Mitch Marner’s return to the lineup, and his current confidence level in Ilya Samsonov. Then, Ben and Brent reflect on the Raptors’ tumultuous 2023-24 season and discuss the team’s biggest questions heading into the off-season. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on Scottie Scheffler’s lopsided victory at The Masters, the lack of drama during Sunday’s final round at Augusta, and Scheffler’s current status as the most dominant force in professional golf (26:08). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss Auston Matthews scoring his 69th goal of the season on Saturday night against Detroit, Sheldon Keefe’s post-game remarks about Matthews’ 70-goal chase being “a distraction,” how the Leafs might manage Matthews’ deployment over the final two games of the regular season, and Ilya Samsonov’s form heading into the playoffs. Later, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays’ series win over the Rockies, Jose Berrios’ red-hot start to the season, first impressions of Yariel Rodriguez, and Alek Manoah’s curious comments after his first Triple-A outing with the Buffalo Bisons (31:52). 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.

Brent Gunning and guest host Jesse Rubinoff head into the weekend talking about the pros and cons of Auston Matthews’ chase of 70 goals this season with Sportsnet 590’s own, Sam McKee! They start off with some golf talk as The Masters roll on into day two, before getting into last night's narrow Maple Leafs loss, if Mitch Marner should be re-inserted on the top line, confidence in both the defence and netminders, and the team's ongoing penalty kill issues. Next up, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski takes a trip around the NHL as the regular season winds down to look back on some of this year's greatest moments, NHL award candidates, and of course, the playoff picture (25:36). Later, the trio weigh in on the possibility of the Coyotes moving to Utah, the idea of NHL expansion, and Sid the Kid’s incredible quest for another postseason. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Brent Gunning & guest host Jesse Rubinoff have a quick discussion about Max Domi’s clear understanding and role wearing the blue & white and turn their focus on the confidence in Ilya Samsonov for the playoffs. Next, Brent & Jesse bring on former MLB player, Sportsnet 590’s own Kevin Barker (23:36) to talk the offence getting going, some of the players they hope to add back to the mix soon and the urgency facing manager John Schneider to win this early in the season. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! 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.

Brent Gunning is joined by guest host Jesse Rubinoff to kick off The FAN Morning Show on Toronto’s top superstar closing in on 70. The duo though may have an even bigger takeaway from that game, which is that Max Domi understands what it means to be a Maple Leaf. After that, they look at what was a bit of a rough night for Ilya Samsonov and the best way to get him back on track as well as the defence pairings now with some players returning from injury. The hour ends with some takeaways from day one at The Masters (31:39). 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.

The FAN Morning Show rides into its final hour with hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning getting set for Maple Leafs game day with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli! They discuss the team's strong stretch of play, the catalyst for this run, Toronto's playoff expectations and Auston Matthews' NHL award candidacy. Next up, we turn our attention to baseball and bring on MLB Network's Adnan Virk for a look around the league (29:28). They dive into the string of notable pitching injuries early in the year, along with some positives to take away from Blue Jays' season so far. Ben and Brent wrap up with some thoughts on The Masters that will (hopefully) get underway today. Like Tiger Woods, they love golf! 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning dive into a comment made by the Seattle hero yesterday Cal Raleigh after his game-winning tenth-inning home run, that was directed at Jays manager John Schneider. They look at what the comment stems from and the history between Raleigh, Schneider & the Jays as well as what truth there could be to it; again just the perception around Toronto’s bench boss. Ben & Brent then bring on their Leafs historian, the Star contributor, Damien Cox to weigh in on the Hart Trophy debate, the season Auston Matthews is having and how he could be considered for multiple NHL awards (22:48). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show ready to watch The Masters, weather permitting at Augusta. After that, the boys talk some Blue Jays who played their first extra innings game of the season. B&B talks about some of the negatives but also are quick to point to a lot of positives as well. They also take some time to discuss how much Justin Turner has played in the field if they’re surprised by it and how much the team can lean on him for that. Before the hour ends, the morning duo quickly hit on the reported news from yesterday that the NHL may finally be over having a team in Arizona and looking to relocate the Coyotes to Utah (39:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Blue Jays play-by-play voice on Sportsnet, Dan Shulman, to look back on the team's first back-to-back victories of 2024. The trio discuss Chris Bassitt and Yusei Kikuchi's early returns, the fluidity of the lineup and if that philosophy could help the offence on a daily basis. Next up, NHL writer, reporter and insider with Sportsnet, Luke Fox stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs as the regular season winds down (24:24). He dives into how to maintain intensity and chemistry heading into the postseason, how important Auston Matthews' milestone is inside the room, and the looming decisions for Sheldon Keefe in the final weeks. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning re-set on hockey and again on Auston Matthews closing in on 70 goals this season. They wonder if he hits the plateau if he’s guaranteed the NHL’s Hart Trophy. Next B&B turns their attention to golf and welcomes on friend & Sportsnet’s golf reporter Adam Stanley (25:29) who is at Augusta covering “the tradition unlike any other”. Adam provides some insight from being on the scene and the trio tell what their biggest storylines are going into the tournament. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show with Auston Matthews netting his 66th goal of the season. They talk about how reachable 70 is for the superstar who seems to be scoring every game and how everyone, from fans to his teammates, wants to see it happen. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the Jays (30:24) who saw them put up 5 runs for consecutive nights and how that’s all Toronto fans hope for. They also talk about how that start was exactly what Chris Bassitt needed, John Schneider’s hesitation to take him out and the emergence of Chad Green in the bullpen. 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.

Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour getting set for gameday with Toronto’s MLB and NHL teams both back in action tonight. Starting on the diamond, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith shares the feeling around the ballpark at yesterday's home opener, along with how the fanbase views John Schneider and the benefits of a solidified starting lineup. Later on, Mike Petriello of MLB.com discusses if the Rogers Centre renovations will have an impact on the Blue Jays' offence, Davis Schneider's path to an everyday role, if Toronto's starting staff can replicate last year’s success, and the effects of pitchers chasing velocity (25:30). In between the baseball chats, Ben and Brent take some time to dive into the Maple Leafs' depth compared to seasons past and discuss the expectations for those down the 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning discuss the fans booing John Schneider, if the fans are viewing him properly and what it will take to turn the tide on him. Next B&B turn their attention back to the Leafs who are back in action tonight in New Jersey. They discuss despite everything how much of a fun Leafs season it's been and wonder what head coach Sheldon Keefe wants to see or will try over the remaining games in the regular season. The morning duo bring on Sportsnet analyst, and founder of The Pro Hockey Group, Jason Bukala (23:09) for his perspective the second season. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on the Blue Jays after getting the win in the home opener. The boys break it all down and discuss how hopefully a good homestand with more wins like this can quell the angst among the fanbase which could be felt at the ballpark. Next, they turn their attention to the Leafs who picked up an overtime win against the Pittsburgh Penguins in which Auston Matthews scored #65 and the special teams looked better. With only about a week left in the regular season, they tell you some things they hope to see and give kudos to head coach Sheldon Keefe for the job he’s done (27:29). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour with full focus on the Toronto Blue Jays' home opener tonight at the Rogers Centre. Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss their expectations, not only for tonight, but for the Blue Jays' throughout the season and the importance of winning on home soil. Marnie Starkman, Blue Jays’ EVP of Business Operations, stops by to chat about the renovations that took place at Rogers Centre this offseason, what fans can expect when they come to the ballpark and why it is more of a Major League stadium than ever. Next up, FAN 590's voice of the Blue Jays, Ben Shulman joins the program live from his home broadcast booth for a full-fledged preview of the team (16:30). He shares his takeaways from Toronto's road trip to start the season, what's in store for this homestand, who could play their way into the starting 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning get ready for tonight's home opener and look at the renovations that took place inside the Rogers Centre. They bring on former Leafs’ GM, and now analyst and insider Gord Stellick to weigh in on everything TML including Mitch Marner’s return, new look Leafs’ lines, Ryan Reaves’ value and Auston Matthews scoring as well as whether or not head coach Sheldon Keefe should consider resting his star player (28:51). The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show live from the Rogers Centre talking about the team that is returning home with a 4-6 record, sitting at the bottom of the A.L. East. Despite that, the boys see some positives in the team and give you some reasons why the offence could be on the upswing coming back to Toronto. B&B also look at the starting rotation after two times through and give their thoughts on what they’ve seen. The morning duo then turn their attention to the Maple Leafs (32:58) who got a win on Saturday against their historic rival, the Montreal Canadiens. They break down the new look lines and if they can expect them to stay that way as well as whether or not Sheldon Keefe hopes he can rest Auston Matthews down the stretch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up this week on The FAN Morning Show previewing the Blue Jays' weekend in the Bronx with Sportsnet play-by-play voice, Dan Shulman! They chat about Juan Soto's impact in New York and the anticipated atmosphere at Yankee Stadium during tonight's home opener, before turning their attention to Toronto to diagnose the team's offensive woes. Next up, former NHL defenseman and Olympian turned analyst, Jason Demers offers his early picks for NHL awards, before diving into the Maple Leafs' potential playoff seeding and how this year's version of the team differs from years past (23:17). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning look at some metrics of which teams might have the highest analytical odds to hoist the Stanley Cup. Next, B&B welcomes Michael Grange who wrote a great piece for Sportsnet.ca (with Elliotte Friedman) on the future of MLSE, especially with the entrance of Keith Pelley as CEO. The trio discusses why he could potentially be the right hire and what it could mean for Toronto sports teams and fans alike (25:03). The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start The FAN Morning Show on the NHL standings and how Sidney Crosby seems to be leading a late charge to get his Penguins to the playoffs. The conversation continues wondering if most Canadians are pulling for Sid and will cheer for the Pens if they do make it in. Next, the guys discuss the Jays back in action today, the morning duo look back at Toronto’s first week of games for the 2024 season and their resumed consistent offensive woes. They ask who is the face of these problems and who has the most at stake if it continues (24:28). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The FAN Morning Show's final hour kicks off with a conversation about the Blue Jays’ bats starting the season slow and the level of concern after seven games. Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning bring on Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith, who was in Houston to take in that dreadful hitting series by the Jays, to discuss the early disdain from the bluebird fanbase, ways to shake up the lineup, and what manager John Schneider could do to get the bats going. Next up, Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic recaps last night's NHL action including the line brawl to start the Devils-Rangers game and the emergence of Ryan Reaves late in the season, before sharing some some stories from his own career on the ice (26:48). 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 affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning look at how there wasn’t much energy to the game and wonder if that was a sign that this team especially the coach wants this regular season to be over and the playoffs to start. B&B welcomes the Stanley Cup champ, Sportsnet’s own Nick Kypreos for his thoughts on last night, what he saw from this team and if they lack the “killer instinct” needed for a long Stanley Cup playoffs run. The boys discuss how it falls on Sheldon Keefe to get them there and healthy. Next, the guys discuss the line brawl they saw in the Devils-Rangers game last night and if it's good for the game of hockey. The morning duo weigh in with their thoughts on it before rifling through some other sports stories including the Raptors’ tough luck season continuing (26:23). The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning recap a tough night for the local teams: the Leafs playing an uninspiring game; the Blue Jays getting one hit and the Raptors taking their largest loss in franchise history. B&B starts on the Buds who lost to one of their biggest rivals in the Lightning at home. They delve into the game and how it didn’t seem to have any juice despite it being a possible first-round playoff matchup. Next, they turn their attention to the Blue Jays whose bats continue to have issues and why a slump this early hits harder than it usually would. They plead for maybe the Manager to stray from convention or what the analytics tell him (29:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 on the program with a look at the NHL standings as the Maple Leafs' regular season winds down. They discuss how Toronto's remaining schedule compares to their potential playoff opponents, as well as what's behind the dip in power plays this year in the NHL. Later on, Ben and Brent zero in the Blue Jays' offence with Hall of Fame MLB writer and analyst with ESPN, Tim Kurkjian (25:37)! As his new podcast suggests, the trio discuss what A Great Game baseball is following last night’s comeback win, along with David Schneider’s emergence, how Toronto stacks up in the loaded American League, 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning re-visiting the heroics last night of Davis Schneider for the Blue Jays in the ninth inning. They discuss ways to maybe adjust positions to get the “Babe” into the line-up more. They also take some time to discuss a tweet by Joey Votto that he posted yesterday but quickly took down; wondering and diving into what, if anything, it could mean. Next, Ben & Brent then welcome their Leafs historian, the Star contributor, Damien Cox (27:43). The trio dives into Auston Matthews, his incredible season and how landing him changed the franchise’s fortunes for probably two decades. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning discuss the “Babe” being back in the line-up; delivering with the game on the line and Toronto down to their final out. They look at what Davis provides to the team every time he’s in the line-up and if it elicits him finding a spot to be an everyday player. They also look at how Toronto’s line-up is top-heavy and may be powered by the first four regular batters. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the NHL and look at the reeling Florida Panthers. They delve into some comments from the Cats’ head coach Paul Maurice about the concern around his team; B&B discuss if it makes them any more appetizing as a first-round opponent for the Leafs (28:54). 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.

The FAN Morning Show rides into the final hour with hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning focusing on the Maple Leafs' potential first round matchups with former NHL goalie, now NHL Network analyst, Cory Schneider! The trio discuss Toronto's most ideal opponent and how the team is perceived around the NHL, before the 2016 NHL All-Star weighs in on how to keep a goalie tandem fresh for the playoffs. Next up, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk looks back on Ronel Blanco's no-hitter thrown against the Blue Jays and chats about how yesterday's performance creates doubt in Toronto offence (22:56). Later, Adnan takes a trip around the league to discuss the Yankees' hot start and how the Oakland A’s are potentially worse than last year.    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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning continue to talk Leafs and NHL hockey. They look at Toronto’s lines; and how and where Mitch Marner fits in when he returns which could potentially be this week. They also take some time to look at Mitch’s future with the organization with a pending contract negotiation due. After some thoughts from the 32 Thoughts podcast, the boys give their take on where things stand. Next, they bring on Pro Hockey Group founder and also Sportsnet analyst Jason Bukala (25:11) for his thoughts on the Leafs team and what he saw from the team in a potential first-round playoff preview. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start The FAN Morning Show on the Maple Leafs who picked up the win against the Florida Panthers. The guys wonder if it help build confidence if they were to meet again in the postseason. B&B discuss who has stepped up, what lines have looked good together and if the decision of who to start in net has become more clear. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays who got no-hit by the Houston Astros’ fifth starter Ronel Blanco (31:29). Is this a concern being it happened in the fifth game of the season, especially after last year’s offensive woes? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 talking with the President of Hockey Content at Daily Faceoff, Frank Seravalli! He shares his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation, how the team will manage their tandem heading into the postseason, and which netminder has garnered the most trust, before comparing two elite goalscorers: Auston Matthews and Alex Ovechkin. Later on, Joe Siddall of Blue Jays Central joins the guys to offer his takeaways from Toronto's opening series against Tampa Bay (25:16). He dives into the team's approach at the plate, who will slot in at third base, Davis Schneider' upside when in the lineup, and what fans should expect from Bowden Francis 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning welcome former Leafs General Manager and host of NHL Morning Skate to breakdown Auston Matthews getting 60 goals. Where does he rank this amongst the accomplishments he has seen for the Leafs? Who does Gord think should be the starter for the team come game one of the playoffs? And what do the Leafs' D pairings look like going into the playoffs? The guys then try to get into the mindset Panthers and who would you rather play? The Leafs or Lightning? The guys then look around the majors and the Yankee’s impressive start. Is Juan Soto becoming the new face of baseball? And did Genesis Cabrera deserve the 3 game suspension he got (26:32)? Boys close out the hour with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the week recapping Auston Matthews' historic night in Buffalo on Saturday. What does it mean to have scored 60 goals for the second time in his career? Where does this accomplishment rank amongst the Leafs' most recent ones? And do we underappreciate him in this city? What do we make of Ilya Samsonov's play on Saturday? How good does he have to be to win the starting job come playoff time? And what exactly is Mitch Marner trying to say?! The boys then recap the Blue Jays first weekend in Tampa and how they feel about it. What is the overall feeling the guys come away with? How much is Vladdy’s hot start cause for cheer? And what are some other observations from the lineup? (35:35) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the final hour of today's program with an early peek at the NHL standings, how the playoff matchups are lining up, and who's still on the outside looking in. They welcome on Jack Adams Award winner, Bruce Boudreau, for his thoughts on which Wild Card team could make some noise in the postseason, before getting into Mitch Marner's absence from the Maple Leafs and what qualities help a team peak at the right time. Later on, Sam McKee, friend of the show and Producer of Real Kyper and Bourne, look back on the successful evening that was for Toronto sports yesterday featuring wins from the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays (23:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning talk about what the keys were to scoring those bunch of runs and if it's sustainable. Toronto also had 3 home runs on Opening Day and with players hitting the long ball, the discussion naturally turns to if the “BARRIO” jacket will return as well. They also discuss Joey Votto posting a picture of himself in the stands at the Trop for Game 1 of the Jays season. They wonder if there was anything to it or that’s Joey just being Joey. Next B&B turn their attention back to hockey and the Leafs, whose impressive win last night against the Capitals was led by Toronto’s secondary scoring. We’ve all become familiar with TML’s “Core four” so the morning duo ponders if the group of other forwards needs a nickname too. After that, Ben & Brent head to Tampa to check in with Sportsnet baseball columnist & reporter, Shi Davidi, to give his thoughts on the Jays' first game of the season and if that’s what should expect from this team on a regular basis (23:56). The hour ends with the Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on MLB’s Opening Day and Toronto winning Game 1 of 162. The boys discuss why the approach the team showed at the plate and how the Jays had contributions from throughout the line-up including their superstars doing what they’re supposed to do. They then turn their attention to the Leafs (31:30) and how it was as good as a response the team could have had and that head coach Sheldon Keefe wanted. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The FAN Morning Show’s final hour leans fully into the Blue Jays’ season opener with baseball talk from a pair of ex-MLBers still making an impact in the game. First up, former catcher and manager in the big leagues, now Sportsnet TV analyst, Buck Martinez joins hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning to preview Toronto's first test in Tampa Bay. The trio dive into their expectations for the rotation, the re-adjusted batting order, and who's in prime position to take a step up this season. Later, Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer, 3x MLB All-Star, World Series Champ and 1996 Cy Young Award winner, Pat Hentgen stops by (24:26)! He reflects on the expectations and pressures that come with getting called up to the bigs on a team with World Series aspirations and relates his experience to that of Ricky Tiedemann; what he’s seen from him and what he can see for him in the future. Pat also gives some thoughts on the Jays' rotation and why he believes they’ll have continued success this season, before Ben and Brent wrap up with some final thoughts ahead of first pitch. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning discuss why this is the greatest time in the sports calendar. They then focus on the Blue Jays and aspirations for this season, how last season went, what was frustrating and if we can expect improvement in those areas. They look at what their postseason potential is and how, for the core, this is a “win now” season. Notebook writer, Anthony Petrielli (25:46) of Maple Leafs Hot Stove joins Ben and Brent to discuss what needs to be fixed down the stretch of the season and what might make the most sense for the blueline and when is the optimal time for Mitch Marner to come 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show getting you set on Blue Jays Opening Day. They start with some takeaways from what they heard from Jays’ GM Ross Atkins and Manager John Schneider yesterday on some player and roster updates. Next B&B gives you some reasons to be optimistic about this season for the Jays as well as a few things that the team’s success depends on. It is also a Leafs game day today with Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals in town (31:49). The morning duo break down if they expect to see a big bounce back day from the ‘blue & white’ as well as what seemed like a lot of news to come out of a non-practice day from the team including some updates on players’ health. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 diving into the NHL standings, how the playoff picture is lining up, and what they're looking for from the Maple Leafs down the stretch. Later, Ben and Brent get set for the start of the 2024 MLB regular season with former Blue Jays draft pick and host of Foul Territory, Erik Kratz (20:25)! The former Major Leaguer turned media mogul brings the energy as always and weighs in on the Jays' chances in the A.L. East, the relationship between John Schneider and Ross Atkins, Joey Votto being in the mix, what the heck an offensive co-ordinator exactly is, and the latest Shohei Ohtani developments. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning discuss whether or not they believe Sheldon Keefe and Toronto should rest some of their players in these remaining regular season games. They also wonder why Matt Murray’s name keeps coming up; why and what that could mean in the big picture of things. Next, B&B welcomes their ‘Leafs Historian’, author and longtime The Star contributor, Damien Cox (26:00) to the mix to continue the conversation. The trio discusses last night’s game and what glaring concerns around this team are heading into the playoffs. Is there any more confidence in this team to make a run than in the past? The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show and dissect the game that had a few bright spots, like the unavoidable chemistry developing between Matthews-Bertuzzi-Domi, but post-game comments from head coach Sheldon Keefe. Do the Leafs lack a “killer instinct” in those types of games? Did Joseph Woll miss a big opportunity to take the lead in the net? They also look around the League on a busy night in the NHL including a scrappy game between the Bruins & Panthers that saw Boston continue their regular season dominance. The morning duo also updates you on some MLB stories with news Jordan Montgomery has finally signed and a lack of response from Ohtani (35:41). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning set off into Hour 3 teeing up the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Devils tonight, and why this could be a “trap week” for Toronto with a game against the Panthers looming next Monday. They bring on Sportsnet's Luke Fox to diagnose what's plaguing this team right now, before raising questions about the blue line pairings, who starts in goal, and Mitch Marner's return timeline. Later, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays and the American League East ahead of Opening Day later this week, before getting into Shohei Ohtani's press conference addressing the alleged gambling scandal (25:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning preview tonight’s game versus the Devils in Toronto. They look at how the two teams aren’t that far apart in goalie save percentage points but are in very different situations. Next, B&B revisits the Zach Hyman conversation and how different things could have been if the Leafs had kept him. Later, ESPN Gambling reporter & betting analyst, David Purdum joins the show (27:23) to discuss what raised red flags, how uncommon these situations are and what the possible blowback could be for all parties involved including the league in both the Porter and the Ohtani situations. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning begin The FAN Morning Show not talking about any game, but instead a couple of stories related to athletes and gambling. First up, The boys address Shohei Ohtani, who spoke for the first time yesterday after the story broke about his interpreter stealing money from him to pay off gambling troubles. The newest Dodgers’ superstar wanted to go on record as to what he knew; the guys dissect his comments and where it leaves him & MLB. Next more locally, and breaking last night, was another story involving an investigation into Raptors’ Jontay Porter regarding some betting irregularities. The guys get you caught up on what we know. To end the hour the morning duo gives some quick Jays thoughts including Kevin Gausman’s impressive first and only start of spring as well as a trio of Toronto pitchers that will start the season on the IL (36:27). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin Hour 3 recapping the Maple Leafs' weekend featuring back-to-back games against two legit Stanley Cup contenders alongside Daily Faceoff NHL Insider, Frank Seravalli. They share their takeaways from the games and chat about Toronto's depth down the lineup, before taking a look around the league to discuss Zach Hyman, John Tortorella, and Tom Wilson. To close today’s show, the boys go in-depth on the latest from the Shohei Ohtani saga, the discrepancies in the story, and what to expect from Ohtani on the podium today (35:17) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning bring on former Toronto GM, now Leafs analyst & insider Gord Stellick to see if the Carolina Hurricanes are Cup favourites and the trio discuss how close the Leafs are to them. They take time to discuss TML’s blueline, goaltending & special teams and what aspect needs to step up most. Next, the morning duo head to Florida and check in with Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Arden Zwelling (25:23) on the team and the player position roster decisions that were made; they dive into the guys who won jobs to join the team out of camp including Daniel Vogelbach, Davis Schneider & Ernie Clement. They also get an update on Kevin Gausman who pitches today and what expectations should be for him going into Thursday’s season opener. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show talking Maple Leafs after a busy weekend with back-to-back games. The guys discuss if there were more positives than negatives coming out of it and if this is the best depth TML has had in this generation. B&B also take some time to talk about TJ Brodie’s re-emergence into the line-up and how they see him fitting in come playoffs. The morning duo also dive into the goaltending situation for the team as well as their special teams. To end the hour, they quickly hit on the Blue Jays who made their position player decisions that included Daniel Vogelbach making the team and wonder where that leaves Joey Votto (39:36). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up another week on the program alongside two-time Stanley Cup-winning executive, Mike Futa! The trio tee the Maple Leafs' big weekend with back-to-back games against a pair of contenders, before getting into what it takes to go on a deep playoff run and what it would mean for a Canadian team to bring a Cup back to Canada. Next, longtime NHLer turned HNIC broadcaster, Craig Simpson joins the boys for a full deep dive into the Leafs’ week that was and the lineup adjustments we’ve seen, along with a complete preview of Saturday’s game against the Oilers (25:52). 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 affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start by talking hockey but more big picture stuff specifically what it would mean to have a Canadian team win the Stanley Cup, would it change the narrative of players wanting to suit up north of the border? Next B&B check-in down in Florida with Sportsnet’s MLB Insider Shi Davidi for an update on the Jays' camp. They start on some takeaways from Mark Shapiro talking to the media yesterday and what he said in regards to the pursuit of Shohei Ohtani, the core of the current team and the future of the franchise. They also discuss an optimal Jays’ line-up with Justin Turner, how the trade of Santiago Espinal helps the team and where Joey Votto could fit in. The boys hit on a few other stories including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder in Toronto tonight to play the Raptors and Canada Soccer needing a victory this weekend; how a loss would be a step back but a win could be a bigger burden financially to the association (35:13). The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! 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.

Hosts Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning looking ahead to Saturday and a big showdown on Saturday night on Hockey Night in Canada between the Edmonton Oilers and the Toronto Maple Leafs, which also means Connor McDavid versus Auston Matthews. The boys first look at the Oilers game last night that saw McJesus have 4 points and former Leaf Zach Hyman score twice. They also take time to wonder how things would be different had Zach stayed in Toronto with the Leafs. B&B dive into who is most under the microscope for the Leafs in such an important matchup: Could it be TJ Brodie? Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the in-person hearing Tom Wilson now has and what the outcome of that could be. And before the hour ends, Ben & Brent hit on some MLB including another Boras client signing and Joey Votto’s current binge-watching choices (37:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning launch into Hour 3 with a look at Maple Leafs' roster decisions heading into the final stretch of the season, before teeing up Saturday's marquee matchup with the Oilers. Luke Gazdic, former NHLer and host of the Mitts Off podcast, harnesses his history with both franchises to give us some insight on the game and the ceiling for both teams, along with his take on some of the biggest NHL storylines this week. Later, former Raptors fan favourite, Jerome Williams a.k.a. "The Junkyard Dog", reflects on his time in the city and some memories from his career, before looking ahead to a charity basketball event he will be a part of this weekend in Toronto (31:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning, not only focus on superstar Auston Matthews but his linemates Max Domi & Tyler Bertuzzi as well. The morning duo switch gears back to MLB and bring on former MLB executive David P. Samson, host of the daily ‘Nothing Personal’ podcast to discuss how the Dodgers handled the Shohei Ohtani interpreter situation and if this could result in a big problem for MLB. Switching back to hockey, the host welcomes Stanley Cup champ, Nick Kypreos (21:03), to weigh in on the Leafs, their big win last night and if they can put a game like that together on the regular. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show much like Toronto head coach Sheldon Keefe, waxing poetically about the Leafs’ imposing win over the Capitals in which they took a lead from the start and never looked back. The boys start by welcoming back, Auston Matthews, who was an offside away from another hat trick last night, and discuss just how dominating the Leafs’ superstar was. B&B takes time to appreciate watching two of the greatest goal-scorers the League may ever see on the ice at the same time going at. They also take some time to dissect the healthy scratching of Leafs D-man TJ Brodie; what it could mean and how they see the blueline pairings may pan out for the playoffs. Before the hour ends, Ben & Brent try to explain the Shohei Ohtani scandal that broke out yesterday involving his interpreter and what it means for MLB. They finish on a quick dissection of the Blue Jays’ trading of Santiago Espinal (35:14). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show teeing up the Maple Leafs' matchup Washington and the adjustments they expect Sheldon Keefe to make after last night's loss to Philadelphia. Sportsnet’s own Luke Fox weighs in on Toronto's blueline combos that have garnered the most trust, what the the team needs to work on ahead of postseason play, and if players should be given time off to rest before the playoffs officially begin. Next up, former NHL goalie and current TNT analyst, Darren Pang shares his take on John Tortorella benching his captain in yesterday's contest, before taking a look at the standings and who holds the advantage for the final playoff spots in the Eastern Conference (29:07). They can’t let the former netminder go without getting his thoughts on the best goalies in the NHL right now and who he’d trust most in the playoffs with a series on the line. You might be surprised by his answer. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin by looking at some players specifically and what they hope for them by the season’s end. Would it be disappointing for Auston Matthews to end with a low 60s goal total? Has Ryan Reaves already served his purpose? The boys discuss those as well as more on the goaltending, special teams and line adjustments. They look at potential first round matchups and how TML measures up to whoever it is. Next, the morning duo turn their attention back to the Blue Jays and head down to Florida to connect with Sportsnet 590’s Kevin Barker (23:39). He gives B&B some insight and thoughts on some of the latest from there including the recently reported injuries to Jordan Romano & Erik Swanson. The trio also discusses season expectations for the likes of Daulton Varsho & Justin Turner as well as what they think would be ideal for Toronto on Opening Day. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show reacting to last night's Leafs game in which they fell behind twenty seconds in and were never able to catch up. The boys react to Leafs’ head coach Sheldon Keefe’s post-game comments; how he felt they weren’t prepared for the game and how he didn’t like any aspect of his team. Next, the morning duo took some time to examine the game from the Flyers' perspective as Philadelphia head coach John Tortorella decided to scratch his team captain, Sean Couturier. Before the hour ends, Ben & Brent hit on the start of the MLB season as the first game between the Padres & Dodgers is on live during the show. They also take some time to discuss some Jays-specific news including Jose Berrios officially being announced as the Opening Day starter and the injuries a couple of their relievers are dealing with (38:07). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 alongside Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk. They discuss the impact of Mitch Marner's absence, especially on the Maple Leafs' special teams units, and the disappointment from Saturday’s game against Carolina, before mixing in some golf talk with Scottie Scheffler continuing his dominant run. Later on, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk hops aboard to reflect on Joey Votto's comments about Canadian baseball back in 2018 and if perspectives have changed since joining the Blue Jays (27:37). They also get into Blake Snell's surprising contract after a lengthy wait, how his agent Scott Boras is viewed in MLB circles right now, and if it matters given another client of his named Juan Soto will be eligible for a new deal after this 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start by looking at the injuries; who can and needs to step up to help the team down the stretch. The biggest spot they may need help, especially with Mitch Marner out, is the power play so the guys ponder who can step in to make a difference. The morning duo then turn their attention to Blake Snell and him finally signing a new contract but nowhere near what he was looking for. Next, Ben & Brent welcome on Sportsnet’s own Jason Bukala (23:11) who starts by needing to address the Leafs' latest loss and why it didn’t sit well with him especially given some of the team’s post-game comments; it leads to the trio getting into it more. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are ready for some Maple Leafs hockey on Tuesday night. They begin to preview the game tonight in Philadelphia against the Flyers and which Buds will be missing in action; led by Mitch Marner. They wonder what’s going on with #16; could the injury be worse than imagined or is the team just being cautious with not much to play for at the moment in the regular season? They also look at Timothy Liljegren joining the top power play and wonder how it will work; they discuss what they’ll be looking for him at the top of it, what his impact can be and if it's something that could stick. Next, the boys turn their attention to baseball and national pride as now Blue Jay Joey Votto (35:26) posted an open letter on socials addressing comments he made about his country years ago. The boys wonder why now and how it hit; what impact it had on them and if it changed how they view Joey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the program with their thoughts on the Maple Leafs' goaltending and Ilya Samsonov's confident play alongside Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff. The trio dive into the Eastern Conference playoff picture, how the Leafs stack up in the Atlantic, and what's behind Toronto's past shortcomings in the postseason, before looking over the current Hart Trophy race. Later, we head down to Florida and check in with Blue Jays radio analyst for Sportsnet 590 The FAN, Chris Leroux (28:15)! He shares his early thoughts on Toronto's camp, what his former teammate Joey Votto can bring to the team, and how cerebral of a presence he can be. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning continue talking more about hockey and the Maple Leafs. They look at the matchup with the Hurricanes and if it should be used as a measuring stick in the Eastern Conference as well as how Toronto has earned the reputation of blowing leads. They bring on Leafs insider and analyst, former GM, Gord Stellick for his weekly hit talking about Toronto and how the team, and its fans, shouldn’t be concerned about who they may play in the first round. They also look at if there were any positives in that loss on Saturday and if they took away from it the same way Nylander and Keefe did. To end the hour, Ben and Brent welcome in-studio Canada's Got Talent judges Trish Stratus and Kardinal Offishall (34:57) to talk about the new “Million Dollar” season of the show that premieres Tuesday as well as some of their Toronto sports connections and loves. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the show on the Maple Leafs and the tough loss on Saturday night where they blew a lead late in the game to get defeated in a shootout. The boys talk about the special teams that continue to struggle, the absence of Mitch Marner and Sheldon Keefe tinkering with the line; Ilya Samsonov continuing to shine despite the loss; Nick Robertson getting back on the score sheet and his ceiling; among other things. Before the end of the hour, the morning duo hit on the Blue Jays camp and what we saw from Joey Votto (22:12). How does that change the thinking of where Joey is at and what his contribution can be to this team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of The FAN Morning Show with former NHLer, now host of the Dropping The Gloves podcast, John Scott! He weighs in on Erik Karlsson's recent comments on the state of Canadian hockey media, this year's Stanley Cup contenders in the Eastern Conference, and the Maple Leafs' chances off going deep in the playoffs. Plus, the boys can’t let him go without getting John's thoughts on the emergence of Matt Rempe. Later, 2013 World Series Champion and host of Intentional Talk on MLB Network, Ryan Dempster chats about fellow Canadian Joey Votto signing with the Blue Jays, Votto's evolutions as both a player and a leader, the importance of a strong clubhouse, and how veteran leadership can help change the mood of a team (26:42). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning focus on the goaltending and how much of a step forward Ilya Samsonov has taken. The boys discuss where the scale is right now between him & Joseph Woll and how they see it playing out rest of the season. In the back half of the hour, B&B bring on Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s Sam McKee (25:14) of Real Kyper & Bourne for his take. Will it just go to the hot hand at the end of the year? And does it matter who it is as long as they’re stopping pucks? Ben & Brent take some time to discuss the Blue Jays and their pitching situation especially around the rotation. What if Bowden Francis is good, or maybe just really reliable, come the regular season? The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the show with the Toronto Maple Leafs securring a demanding win in Philadalphia over the Flyers. B&B take time to discuss how it was Tyler Bertuzzi’s best game, Auston Matthews’ 55th goal of the season and his current season scoring pace and the potential loss of Calle Järnkrok now. Next the boys turn their attention to golf and the PGA’s Players’ Championship that got underway yesterday (37:19). B&B focus on the drop dispute that seemed to dominate headlines of day. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 talking hockey with Sportsnet's own Luke Fox! They discuss tonight's Maple Leafs game on the road in Philly, Bobby McMann's freshly inked extension, Mitch Marner’s absence, the team’s updated blueline and which players are playing for the most down the stretch. Soon after, the morning duo shift focus to the Blue Jays and give their take on Vlad Guerrero Jr. wanting the "barrio" home run jacket back in the dugout in 2024 (27:48). Later on, Ben and Brent chat about the reputation Philadelphia sports fans have and the merits of their “die hard” fandom, for good and bad, before comparing it to how Toronto hockey fanatics are perceived. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning continue with the excitement of having a Leafs’ game to watch tonight. They hit on expectations for this team after a bit of a break tonight against a John Tortorella-less Philadelphia Flyers and what they hope to see from Toronto minus Mitch Marner. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to golf and The Players’ Championship starting today from down in Palm Valley, Florida. B&B brings on Sportsnet reporter Adam Stanley, who is down there, to help preview the tournament and talk about the play we’ve seen from Scottie Scheffler recently. The guys then check in with Kevin Barker of SN 590’s Blair & Barker show (28:11). They discuss Joey Votto finally seeing some pitches, what he can bring to the team and how much to expect from new Jay Justin Turner this season. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start today with a quick Raptors check-in and synopsis of last night’s game in which the Detroit Pistons took the season series from Toronto. Next, B&B turn their attention to the Maple Leafs and yesterday’s news that Bobby McMann received a two-year extension from Toronto. They discuss the value and merit of it as well as if it needed to get done now. Next they turn their attention to the health of Mitch Marner and what we know or think about what’s been keeping him out of the line-up especially after the way Sheldon Keefe handled the topic. To close the hour, the boys talk some MLB with Gerrit Cole missing the first month or two of the season as well as Joey Votto getting some at bats in a minor league game yesterday (36:24). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning enter Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show alongside Carter Hutton, recently retired NHL netminder and current analyst with Daily Faceoff and Leafs Nation. They discuss the netminders around the league they are most confident in, who would command the Maple Leafs' crease if the playoffs started today, and what goes through a goalie's mind in a these competitive situations. Later, Sportsnet's own Ben Nicholson-Smith joins live from Dunedin, Florida to share his takeaways from Blue Jays Spring Training (26:12). He discusses the team's plans for the rotation, when we will see Joey Votto on the field, if he can crack the Opening Day roster, and who else is in contention for the final few spots. The guys can’t let BNS leave without a quick discussion on the Yankees including the injuries they’re facing and the pressure Scott Boras is putting on them to sign Blake Snell. 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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning lead on baseball and the Blue Jays. They start on the thoughts that, although not official, it does seem that Jose Berrios is lining up to get the start on opening day for Toronto. The boys weigh in with their thoughts on him being the Jays’ #1 this year, if that potential is there, what the ceiling for him is this season and what his career tells us about what to expect. B&B then look at positional roster decisions the Jays have to make. The guys then check in with show regular, Leafs historian, The Star contributor, Damien Cox (25:56) Toronto’s roster post deadline, how different this season was as opposed to previous ones under Kyle Dubas and if this year’s squad can be viewed any more of a Cup contender than in the recent past. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start by talking about the NHL standings and the league’s playoff format. They look specifically at Toronto’s division and ponder if the current format has lent to the Leafs building more intense rivalries with their Atlantic adversaries. They then look at who the Leafs would play and where their confidence would be in that match-up. B&B dive into Auston Matthews’ latest goal slump; if there is reason for concern and if it could actually in a weird way benefit the team. They also wonder if the emergence of Max Domi means he could get a second chance as Matthews' winger. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to golf with this weekend’s PGA tournament and Scottie Scheffler's recent dominance (33:51). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show looking back on yesterday's chaotic start to NFL free agency with Charles Davis of CBS and NFL Network! They discuss Kirk Cousins' move to Atlanta and if the signing vaults the Falcons into contention, the rampant movement of running backs around the league, and the Bears' plan for Justin Fields. Later, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk checks in fresh off his Florida Spring Training tour to go over Joey Votto’s plight back to the Majors, Mookie Betts' move to shortstop full-time, and Gerrit Cole needing a MRI on his elbow (24:04). Plus, you know Adnan can’t leave before some post-Oscars thoughts! 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.