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The FAN Pregame

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Get ready for tonight's games with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert as they discuss the stories that matter most to sports fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6pm-7pm ET.
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Episodes

Hour 2: Brady Drama, TNF Primer, and Mahomes Magic w/ Charles Davis

MLB Network analyst Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his experience watching Aaron Judge hit his 62nd home run in Texas, the magnitude of Judge’s accomplishment, what may happen with the baseball from that moment, how the Blue Jays match up against the Mariners, and if there’s a chance Lourdes Gurriel Jr. or Santiago Espinal will be omitted from Toronto’s post-season roster. Afterwards, NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis stops by to chat about tonight’s Colts-Broncos matchup, R...

Oct 06, 202249 min

Hour 1: Jays Roster Decisions + Unsung Hero Index!

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays earning a split in Wednesday’s doubleheader against the Orioles, the uncertainty surrounding Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Santiago Espinal’s availability for the playoffs, who might be omitted from the team’s post-season roster, and which Blue Jays players are good candidates to become unsung heroes in October. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:22)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and d...

Oct 06, 202252 min

Hour 3: Goins, Goins, Gone! Walking Down Memory Lane w/ Ryan Goins + Wake and Rake!

Former Blue Jays infielder Ryan Goins joins the show to discuss his memories from the Blue Jays’ 2015 playoff run, his iconic reaction to Jose Bautista’s “bat flip” homer, the unique atmosphere inside Rogers Centre, and his experience playing with Whit Merrifield in Kansas City. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They preview the betting odds for the NHL’s Rocket Richard, Vezina, and Jack Adams Awards. Then, Ailish and Justin solicit our daily “Anchor” pic...

Oct 05, 202248 min

Hour 2: What Will Be the Tipping Point for Hockey Canada? w/ Jeff Marek

Jeff Marek, host of The Jeff Marek Show and co-host of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his summer travels with Elliotte Friedman for NHL media engagements and the 32 Thoughts tour, Mathew Barzal’s lucrative eight-year extension with the New York Islanders, Hockey Canada’s ongoing parliamentary hearings, and why he’s optimistic about Matt Murray’s prospects with the Maple Leafs. Later, Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, checks in from Baltimore to c...

Oct 05, 202248 min

Hour 1: Judge-ment Day! + Toronto Sports All-Time Playoff Moments

Ailish and Justin discuss Aaron Judge setting the new AL single-season record with his 62nd home run of the year and how John Schneider should handle his lineup for today’s double-header in Baltimore. Afterwards, Ailish, Justin and producer Daniele draft their all-time Toronto sports playoff moments (21:18). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:46)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position...

Oct 05, 202252 min

Hour 3: Could the Jays Run the Table in October? w/ Bill Ripken + Wake and Rake!

Bill Ripken, former MLB infielder and current MLB Network analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge being stuck on 61 homers, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s production this season, Bo Bichette’s defence at shortstop, Albert Pujols surpassing Babe Ruth for second place on MLB’s all-time RBI list, and why the Jays are a frisky team heading into the playoffs. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They preview the betting odds for the NHL’s Art Ross, Hart,...

Oct 04, 202247 min

Hour 2: Is Robertson a Lock to Make the Leafs' Opening Night Roster? w/ Nick Kypreos

Sportsnet MLB Insider Shi Davidi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the current weather situation in Baltimore, how the Jays will deploy their pitchers over the next two days, Whit Merrifield carving out an everyday role on this team, Jose Berrios’ strong start on Monday night, and the scene inside the Blue Jays' clubhouse during last Friday’s clinching celebration. Later, Nick Kypreos, former NHL forward and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ new goaltendi...

Oct 04, 202249 min

Hour 1: Home Sweet Dome!

The Blue Jays have clinched home field advantage for the AL Wild Card Round! Ailish and Justin discuss the Jays locking down home field with a win in Baltimore and Seattle’s loss to Detroit. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 5-1 victory over the Canadiens on Monday, Nick Robertson’s standout pre-season, and what the Leafs’ opening night lineup might look like (19:35). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:14)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are ...

Oct 04, 202252 min

Hour 3: NFL Week 4 Breakdown w/ Ross Tucker + Wake and Rake!

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the Ross Tucker Football Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Bills’ 23-20 comeback win over the Ravens, Marcus Peters’ confrontation with Ravens coach John Harbaugh, Aaron Rodgers struggling to build continuity with his receivers, the Eagles’ 4-0 start to the season, and Saquon Barkley returning to his old form. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! After going 3-0 respectively, Ailish and Just...

Oct 03, 202248 min

Hour 2: Merrifield's Emergence and Playoff Roster Decisions w/ Blake Murphy

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Mitch Marner’s potential usage on the blue line, Nick Robertson’s strong start to the pre-season, and the current trade market for coveted blue liner Jakob Chychrun. Later, Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, stops by to chat about the Blue Jays’ clinching celebration on Friday night, the challenges Seattle might pose as a potential Wild Card opponent, Whit Merrifield playing h...

Oct 03, 202250 min

Hour 1: Welcome to October Baseball!

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ weekend sweep over the Red Sox, Kevin Gausman being removed from Sunday’s start with a finger injury, the remaining home field scenarios for the AL Wild Card Round, Whit Merrifield’s recent hot streak at the plate, and the team’s clinching celebration on Friday night. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Bills’ comeback win over the Ravens and the Chiefs’ big victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football (27:49). Later, Ailish presents her...

Oct 03, 202250 min

Hour 3: Sandin's Extension and Robertson's Role w/ Gord Stellick + Wake and Rake!

Gord Stellick, former NHL GM and co-host of Leafs Nation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Rasmus Sandin’s two-year extension, Sheldon Keefe toying with the idea of playing Mitch Marner on the blue line, the impact of John Tavares’ absence on the second line, and Nick Robertson’s opportunity to get regular ice time in the top 6. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! It’s also time for the debut of “Pick a Side,” where Justin and Ailish compete against the g...

Sep 30, 202249 min

Hour 2: Tua's Scary Injury and NFL Week 4 Primer w/ Charles Davis

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Tua Tagovailoa’s frightening head injury on Thursday night, the looming questions surrounding the NFL’s concussion protocol, Lamar Jackson’s decision to “bet on himself,” and the Bills looking to bounce back in a much-anticipated matchup against Lamar’s Ravens. Later, Sean Casey, former MLB first baseman and current MLB Network analyst, stops by to chat about the three-headed monster atop the Blue Jays’ starting rotation,...

Sep 30, 202248 min

Hour 1: Jays Clinch! + Marner on the Blue Line?

The Blue Jays are post-season bound! Ailish and Justin discuss the Jays securing a Wild Card berth with Baltimore’s loss on Thursday and the tight race for home field advantage. Afterwards, they weigh in on Rasmus Sandin signing a two-year deal to remain with the Maple Leafs, Sheldon Keefe’s desire to experiment with Mitch Marner on the blue line, and Tua Tagovailoa’s scary injury on Thursday Night Football (12:44). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a public respo...

Sep 30, 202250 min

Hour 3: Insider's Corner w/ Elliotte Friedman + Wake and Rake!

Elliotte Friedman, NHL Insider for Sportsnet and co-host of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the inaugural 32 Thoughts tour, the shifting landscape of contracts for star players in the NHL, how the league's cap increase impacts Auston Matthews’ next deal, Rasmus Sandin’s ongoing contract dispute, the Leafs’ mounting injuries on the blue line, the potential of Patrick Kane being traded this season, and David Pastrnak’s future in Boston. Later, Anthony Bruno, host for S...

Sep 29, 202246 min

Hour 2: Could Judge Really Leave the Yankees? w/ Jon Morosi

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge’s impressive approach at the plate despite sitting on a historic milestone, Judge’s impending free agency this winter, and Mitch White’s performance since joining the Blue Jays at the trade deadline. Afterwards, Nate Burleson, former NFL wide receiver and panelist for The NFL Today on CBS, stops by to chat about Thursday night’s Dolphins-Bengals matchup, the Bills looking to bounce back this week after their loss in Mi...

Sep 29, 202251 min

Hour 1: Judge Makes History + Justin Owes Us A Beep Test!

Ailish and Justin discuss Aaron Judge launching his AL record-tying 61st home run of the season, the fan who narrowly missed out on catching Judge’s historic homer, and Mitch White delivering another poor start. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 win over the Canadiens on Wednesday, Matt Murray turning aside all 16 shots he faced in his debut, and Sheldon Keefe’s early love affair with newcomer Calle Jarnkrok (26:47). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, which i...

Sep 29, 202251 min

Hour 3: Can the Jays Do Damage in October? w/ Greg Amsinger + Wake and Rake!

Greg Amsinger, studio host for MLB Network, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his viral prediction of Albert Pujols’ 700th career home run, Aaron Judge’s recent homerless drought, the AL MVP debate between Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and the Blue Jays’ surge in September. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet. They head to the text line to select the listeners’ “anchor pick” for our daily Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also presents her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the ...

Sep 28, 202248 min

Hour 2: Judge Stuck on 60 and Schneider's Future w/ Blake Murphy

Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Blue Jays’ approach against Aaron Judge, the plethora of mental miscues during last night’s game, Ross Atkins’ comments about John Schneider’s future beyond this season, and the Raptors’ outlook for the 2022-23 season. Later, James Sharman stops by to chat about Canada’s 2-nil loss to Uruguay on Tuesday, the team’s current injuries in the midfield, Ismael Kone’s rapid ascension, and the ongoing contract negotiations bet...

Sep 28, 202250 min

Hour 1: "Inexcusable" Errors Burn Jays + Leafs Dealt Major Injury Blow

Ailish discusses her experience attending the Jays game on Tuesday and setting a new personal best for loonie dogs. Then, she and Justin discuss Aaron Judge drawing four walks, the chorus of boos in the stands, and the Jays’ sloppy mistakes on the diamond. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin share their thoughts on the implications of John Tavares’ oblique injury, Matt Murray’s impending Leafs debut on Wednesday night, and what the NHL’s projected salary cap increase means for Auston Matthews (23:46)....

Sep 28, 202250 min

Hour 3: Springer's Leadership and Judge Watch w/ Cameron Maybin + Wake and Rake!

Cameron Maybin, former MLB outfielder and current YES and MLB Network analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Aaron Judge’s stellar 2022 season, the pressure facing the Yankees heading into the playoffs, and the Blue Jays’ chances of making noise in October. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They solicit text submissions for our daily “anchor pick” and assemble the Wake and Rake parlay. Ailish also delivers her “Just 5 Bucks” pick of the day (22:42)! ...

Sep 27, 202246 min

Hour 2: Judge Pageantry w/ Ben Ennis + Aaron Rose on Raptors Media Day

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the atmosphere at Rogers Centre during last night’s game, the pageantry surrounding Aaron Judge’s ongoing home run chase, what he would do if he caught Judge’s 61st home run, and grading Kevin Gausman’s debut season with the Blue Jays. Afterwards, Aaron Rose, Raptors reporter for Sports Illustrated, stops by to chat about his takeaways from Raptors Media Day, Masai Ujiri’s vision for this team, expectations for O.G. Anunob...

Sep 27, 202250 min

Hour 1: Walk it Off, Vladdy!

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 3-2 walk off win over the Yankees on Monday, John Schneider’s decision to intentionally walk Aaron Judge in the 10th inning, and observations from Raptors Media Day, including Masai Ujiri’s murky messaging, Scottie Barnes’ desire to play the point, and Pascal Siakam being bullish on his ceiling for this season (20:15). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List! (40:22) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts an...

Sep 27, 202251 min

Hour 3: NFL Week 3 Takeaways + The "New" Wake and Rake!

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of The Ross Tucker Football Podcast, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Bills’ loss in Miami on Sunday, the impact of Micah Hyde’s season-ending injury, Jacksonville emerging as a real threat in the AFC South, and the Raiders’ 0-3 start. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the new-look Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! With the assistance of our listeners’ “anchor pick,” Ailish and Justin assemble their daily Wake and Rake parlay. Aili...

Sep 26, 202248 min

Hour 2: Manoah Magic w/ Tim Leiper and Early Leafs Standouts w/ Brent Gunning

Former Blue Jays first base coach Tim Leiper joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Alek Manoah’s seven-inning gem against the Rays on Saturday, John Schneider’s comments about possibly pitching Manoah in Game 162 if home field is on the line, George Springer being a catalyst atop the Jays’ lineup, and how the team might approach pitching to Aaron Judge. Later, Brent Gunning, co-host of Leafs Nation, checks in to chat about his takeaways from the Maple Leafs’ first two pre-season games on Saturday, ...

Sep 26, 202246 min

Hour 1: Jays Weekend Split + Will Judge Make History in Toronto?

Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays earning a series split in Tampa, Alek Manoah’s stellar start on Saturday night, George Springer’s invaluable presence atop the Blue Jays’ lineup, and Aaron Judge coming to Toronto sitting on 60 homers. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Bills’ 21-19 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday, Tua Tagovailoa re-entering the game after suffering an apparent head injury, and takeaways from the Maple Leafs’ first two pre-season games against Ottawa (25:03). Lat...

Sep 26, 202254 min

Hour 3: Manoah's Star Power and Judge Watch w/ Doug Waechter + Wake and Rake!

Doug Waechter, former MLB pitcher and current Rays analyst for Bally Sports Sun, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Alek Manoah’s standout 2022 season, the possibility of Tampa and Toronto meeting in the Wild Card round, how a pitcher adjusts to working with different catchers, and Aaron Judge’s ongoing chase for 61 homers. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet! They preview the betting lines for Sunday’s Week 3 NFL slate and tonight’s Blue Jays-Rays game...

Sep 23, 202249 min

Hour 2: NFL Week 3 Primer w/ Charles Davis

NFL on CBS colour analyst Charles Davis joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Sunday’s highly-anticipated AFC East matchup between the Bills and Dolphins, the Bengals’ showdown against the Jets, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers going head-to-head, and the Browns’ 29-17 win over the Steelers on Thursday Night Football. Later, Iain Hume, former striker for the Canadian men’s soccer team and current OneSoccer analyst, stops by to chat about Canada’s upcoming international friendlies against Qatar and Urugu...

Sep 23, 202250 min

Hour 1: Manoah in Game 162? + A Show Announcement!

Ailish and Justin Cuthbert host. They discuss the Blue Jays’ 10-5 loss to the Rays on Thursday, Jose Berrios’ rough start, John Schneider’s decision to give Alek Manoah an extra day of rest and his willingness to pitch Manoah in Game 162 if home field advantage is at stake. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin weigh in on Jake Muzzin missing the start of training camp due to an injury and storylines to watch during the team’s first two pre-season games on Saturday (24:21). Later, Ailish presents her da...

Sep 23, 202250 min

Hour 3: Palpable Angst in Leafs Land w/ Gord Stellick + Wake and Rake!

Gord Stellick, former NHL GM and current co-host of Leafs Nation, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Kyle Dubas’ future, how it might affect his approach when contemplating moves this season, Auston Matthews’ next contract, and the team’s uncertain goaltending situation. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They tee up the betting odds for tonight’s Blue Jays-Rays game and Steelers-Browns showdown to kick off Week 3 in the NFL. Ailish and Justin also assembl...

Sep 22, 202247 min
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