The FAN Morning Show

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.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start on the Toronto Maple Leafs. They look specifically at the blueline who is guaranteed minutes and in the team’s “top 6” on the backend. They discuss Timothy Liljegren especially after some interesting comments from head coach Sheldon Keefe in the past few days. They compare his play to that of Simon Benoit and who gives them more upside. They enlist the help of Anthony Petrielli, who writes the weekly Leafs Notebook on Maple Leafs Hotstove, to weigh in on the d-men conversation as well as the team’s goaltending situation. The morning duo also discuss the MLB players’ rankings and what it could tell us about the upcoming season, teams to watch and maybe specifically most about the American League East (25:09). 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 Raptors who almost managed to pull off the near impossible as they went into Denver super undermanned and came close to knocking off the Nuggets. B&B discuss if giving up at one point a 22-point lead to the defending champs can in any way be viewed as a moral victory with some very positive signs from players like RJ Barrett & Gradey Dick. The morning duo turn their attention to the Leafs and look ahead at the schedule as well as what they’re most looking for from the team down this home stretch of the season and in Toronto’s final 18 games. They also debate the role of Nick Robertson as he seems to be on the bubble and wonder if the team owes him anything in terms of playing him. The hour ends with a talk about “The Code” in hockey after last night’s Devils-Rangers game and the clash (or maybe lack there of) between Kurtis MacDermid & Matt Rempe (35:36). 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 kick off Hour 3 talking hockey alongside Renaud Lavoie, NHL Insider with TVA Sports. He shares his thoughts on the trade deadline, the most impactful moves made, and the Golden Knights' salary cap shenanigans, before looking into where Penguins' trajectory leaves Sidney Crosby to close out his illustrious career. Later on, former MLB catcher turned Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, Joe Siddall joins the program live from sunny Florida (28:20)! He offers his early thoughts on Toronto’s camp, what the team has in pitcher Ricky Tiedemann, and why signing Joey Votto was worth the risk. Ben and Brent wrap up the show with some final thoughts on Votto and his career; where it leaves him in the mind of Canadian baseball fans. The views and opinions 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 closer at the few deals the team made and some first impressions of a couple of the new guys who made their Blue & White debuts on Friday. They welcome on former Leafs’ GM, now insider and analyst, Gord Stellick, to weigh in on the moves Brad Treliving made last week; if more could have been made and how much impact the new bodies can make. Next, B&B take some time on John Tortorella’s refusal to leave the bench (23:39) after getting ejected this weekend and how what the Golden Knights do every year could make them the most hated team by neutral hockey fans. 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 give their thoughts on the Maple Leafs look post-Friday’s Trade Deadline; looking at the additions GM Brad Treliving made to Toronto’s roster. They also look around the League to weigh in on what they thought were the biggest moves and could potentially have the biggest impact. B&B then dive into the Leafs game on Saturday and squeaking out a win in Montreal over the Canadiens with a couple new faces in the line-up. They discuss the newbies, Samsonov continuing to play well in net, Max Domi stepping up when needed, the emergence of Bobby McCann among other storylines. To end the hour, the morning duo gets into Joey Votto signing a minor League deal with the Blue Jays (33:57) and arriving at spring training camp. They get into what it means for both him and the team: the implications to the roster, the potential of what he brings and how they see it playing out. The views and opinions 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.

NHL Trade Deadline Day rolls on Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show! Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning look back on the Leafs' pair of losses against the Bruins recently and discuss how a looming potential first round matchup could impact Brad Treliving’s plans. They welcome Elliotte Friedman, NHL Insider with Sportsnet, to break down Jake Guentzel's move to Carolina, before throwing out some other top names that remain on the board. Later, friend of the show Luke Gazdic drops by the studio to share his expectations for today's transactions and dive into the Leafs and Oilers specifically (25:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning recap last night’s Leafs-Bruins game and take some time to dive deeper into the Leafs goaltending and where its trending given the recent play of both Joseph Woll & Ilya Samsonov. They then reset on today’s NHL Trade Deadline and look at what may have been the biggest move made to date, the trade of Jake Guentzel by Kyle Dubas and the Penguins. They discuss what it means for Pittsburgh’s rest of the season and the possible impact on Sidney Crosby’s future. B&B welcome on Sportsnet’s own Jeff Marek (25:27) for his expectations on the day; what other big names could be moved and what else Brad Treliving can do to bolster Toronto. 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 with the Toronto Maple Leafs' disappointing loss to the Boston Bruins again. Despite the defeat, Toronto stands up to Boston and maybe wins the physical battle to the likes of Tyler Bertuzzi & Max Domi. The play of Joseph Woll and where back-to-back 4-1 losses to Boston leaves him. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the trade deadline and dive into some of the deals made yesterday including a couple by Toronto picking D-men, most notably Joel Edmundson and what he brings to the Leafs (37:07). 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 with their expectations for the Maple Leafs in tonight's divisional battle against the Boston Bruins. They check in with Sportsnet’s Luke Fox, fresh off of last night's win over the Sabres, to discuss how to carry over that momentum, who needs to step up, and who GM Brad Treliving may be checking in on. Next, Ben and Brent welcome Leafs historian and the Star contributor, Damien Cox, to reflect on the lessons learned from trade deadlines past (24:56). The trio chat about the Buds playing their best “team” hockey in recent memory, before weighs the positives and negatives of a late-season addition to the roster. The views and opinions 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 on the Leafs win last night and wonder if they can carry that momentum into the second game of their back-to-back in Boston tonight against the Bruins. They get into a goaltending conversation and if giving Woll the net tonight is the right mood as well as what the upside is to the two goalies they’ve been dressing. Next again they go back to look at the trades that were made already and which teams have improved themselves. B&B also tosses around some names that could be out there to help Toronto. Next, they head to Florida and check in with MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (27:27), who has been on a camp tour visiting different teams to get a sense of teams around the Majors. They dive into the A.L. East, what expectations are in the division and where exactly the Jays fit in. 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 are back at it again and have a Maple Leafs win over the Sabres to talk about. The guys discuss what they saw from Ilya Samsonov and if he has a chance to overtake Joseph Woll to command the Leafs’ net come the playoffs. B&B hit on Auston Matthews’ league-leading 54th goal that won the game in OT as well as the play of Toronto’s top 3 lines. They then turn their attention to the NHL as a whole with a flurry of deals getting done Wednesday ahead of Friday’s trade deadline. Ben & Brent also get a chance to talk to UFC Welterweight fighter, Kevin Holland (34:02), ahead of his fight this Saturday on a stacked UFC 299 card in Miami. The views and opinions 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 rolls on to Hour 3 as hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning continue to preview Friday’s NHL Trade Deadline with the help of Sportsnet’s own Jason Bukala! They gauge the market as a whole following the trade of Anthony Mantha to the Golden Knights yesterday and look at some other names on the board rumoured to be on the move. Next, we head down to Florida and check in with MLB.com’s Keegan Matheson (29:36)! They start with a chat about life as a reporter covering Spring Training, before diving into the timeline for Ricky Tiedemann, Davis Schneider’s upside, and the health of Toronto’s rotation. The views and opinions 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 welcome Sportsnet’s own Justin Bourne. The trio goes on to discuss the team in general, their goaltending situation, if their recent winning run changed anything and who or what they should be looking to add before Friday’s deadline. Next, Ben & Brent turn their attention to baseball (30:27). They start with the weird offseason Joey Votto has had and some of his public posts about wanting to play but getting no suitors. They end talking about José Berríos and what his ceiling is this year; could he step up to be Toronto’s ace if Kevin Gausman’s injury lingers? 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 looking around the NHL standings to see what teams could be big players come Friday. B&B gauges what the going rate on the market is, who could be on the move next or who could be made available. They then focus specifically on the Leafs and how perhaps their philosophy could be different this year under new GM Brad Treliving. Next, the guys quickly touch on the Raptors game last night as Toronto got blown out by the New Orleans Pelicans for their worst home loss in franchise history. But beyond the game, they take some time to hit on a comment made by Zion Williamson post-game regarding taking part in a future slam dunk contest (35:46). 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 affiliate.

Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning enter the final hour of today’s show with a look ahead at the Maple Leafs' busy schedule this week and how to divide the workload between Joseph Woll and Ilya Samsonov. Sportsnet’s own Nick Kypreos shares what he's looking for as the season winds down and what went wrong Monday night against the Bruins, before circling back to Saturday's fight between Ryan Reaves and Matt Rempe. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith, co-host of At The Letters, joins the guys live from Blue Jays Spring Training to discuss the latest on Kevin Gausman and Alek Manoah, as well as the amount of faith the organization has in their pitching depth (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 affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning reset their thoughts on the Maple Leafs loss to the Boston Bruins. The boys look at, how even with the defeat, Toronto’s recent run of games has more positive than negative to take away from them. B&B goes deeper into the team’s goaltending situation and the dichotomy of their two netminders. They also look at Morgan Rielly’s place on the team and his importance before what other moves could be possible ahead of Friday’s trade deadline. Next Ben & Brent return their attention to baseball with news of Josh Donaldson retiring from the MLB (24:20); they discuss what his legacy as a player will be, where he fits into Blue Jays history and if we could see & hear more from JD now post-playing. The guys end 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 is back and reunited with co-host Brent Gunning for the first time in over a week on The FAN Morning Show. The boys get right into and discuss the latest Maple Leafs loss to the Bruins but why this one might feel a bit different than past ones. They delve into the goaltending situation and the newly rejuvenated John Tavares on the third line. After that the morning duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays (30:49) and reports out of spring training that starters Kevin Gausman & Alek Manoah are dealing with “soreness”; where it leaves the pitching staff, who is next up and how important health is to the success of the 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.

Brent Gunning and Matt Marchese kick off the final hour of The FAN Morning Show alongside Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff! The trio sort through the acquisition of Ilya Lyubushkin, what to expect ahead of Friday's trade deadline, what's next for the Penguins, and some "diamond in the rough" prospects. Later, Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange joins the guys to discuss the impact of Scottie Barnes' season-ending injury, who can step up in his absence, if Gradey Dick can flip the narrative surrounding him, and the positive signs he's looking for heading down the stretch (27:41). 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 affiliates.

On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Brent Gunning & Matt Marchese look at the Leafs' options in net going forward. The guys are then joined by former Leafs general manager, and Sportsnet Leafs contributor Gord Stellick to get his thoughts on the Leafs net. They also go over the Reaves and Rempe fight and what it means for the game of hockey And what can we expect to see from the Leafs at the trade deadline on Friday? The guys then get into the news coming out of the Jays' spring training concerning Alek Manoah. Are they expecting anything from him this year (29:58)? The guys then look at the lineup and what exactly is going on at second base. Finally, the guys 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.

Brent Gunning is back and joined by Matt Marchese to kick off the new week of The FAN Morning Show. The guys go over the Leafs-Rangers game from Saturday. Can the guys remember the anticipation of a heavyweight fight like Reaves-Rempe? And is that good for hockey? The guys then get into the actual game starting with the play of Ryan Reaves, how much has his improved play helped the Leafs turn it around? What is Gunning’s impression of Nylander, Domi, and Tavares in his week away? Guys then share their thoughts on the Elias Pettersson extension in Vancouver and what it means for the Leafs. Does it change the way you now feel about the William Nylander contract? (34:56) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show with Jeff Marek, and Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts as they go over the Ilya Lyubushkin trade and if the Leafs have more moves to make. The guys then welcome Raptors Color Commentator Paul Jones to preview the Raptors Golden State Warriors game and what the Raptors have done to impress him the most. The Athletic's Joshua Kloke (29:00) then joins the guys to go over the Leafs' acquisition of Ilya Lyubushkin and how it left him feeling. Does Josh see them making any more moves? And what assets do they have still to give up? The guys close out the week, looking at what could happen next with the Maple Leafs. The views and opinions 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 two of The FAN Morning Show Matt & Daniele with Sheldon Keefe tying Bruce Boudreau for the fastest to 200 wins. Do we not appreciate him enough in Toronto? Is he a good example of a coach who doesn’t get enough credit along the same lines as Andy Reid? And why are we so all quick to criticize him? The guys then welcome on Sportsnet NHL Analyst Sam Cosentino (30:13), to go over the trade, and how valuable is Fraser Minten and Easton Cowan right now. Finally, the guys preview what transaction could occur at 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 affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Daniele Franceschi kick off The Morning Show recapping the Leafs victory over the Coyotes, and the subsequent trade for Ilya Lyubushkin. Is this what the Leafs needed to add, and will there be another move coming down the pike? In the second half of the hour Daniele gives some of his observations on Vladdy start to spring training yesterday (30:24). What is casing concern for the guys? Do the numbers give them hope or despair? And what other spring observations have the guys made? The views and opinions 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.

Guest hosts Matt Marchese and Daniele Franceschi kick off Hour 3 alongside Sportsnet’s Luke Fox to get his assessment on the Chris Tanev trade. He weighs in on the Maple Leafs' pursuit of the defenceman and some other possible fits for Toronto's blue line, before speculating if Joseph Woll will start between the pipes tonight against the Coyotes. Later on, the fellas turn their attention to the hardcourt with Vivek Jacob, author of Raptors in 7 (29:12). They discuss how the new core is coming together and the patience needed for a successful rebuild, before debating who should be the Raptors' first statue: Vince Carter or Kyle Lowry. The hour ends with today’s Blue Jays lineup, along with some expectations of what they want to see from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The views and opinions 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.