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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: Should the Leafs Make a Play for Karlsson? w/ Jeff Marek

Jeff Marek, host of "The Jeff Marek Show" and co-host of "32 Thoughts: The Podcast", stops by to discuss the trade buzz surrounding Erik Karlsson, if the Leafs should consider pursuing Karlsson, the reasons for optimism in Buffalo, the Devils’ 10-game win streak, and Kelly McCrimmon’s recent interview on 32 Thoughts. Afterwards, Toronto Argonauts running back Andrew Harris joins Ailish and Justin to discuss this Sunday’s 109th Grey Cup matchup against Winnipeg, the emotions of facing his former ...

Nov 17, 202246 min

Hour 1: O.G., Oh My! + Teo on the Move

Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ win over the Heat, O.G. Anunoby’s big night, and Scottie Barnes delivering a strong bounce back performance. Then, they weigh in on the Blue Jays trading Teoscar Hernández to the Mariners, Erik Swanson’s fit in the Jays’ bullpen, and other moves that could follow this winter. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (43:29)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the po...

Nov 17, 202253 min

Hour 3: Scottie’s Sophomore Slump and SGA Buzz w/ Alex Wong + Wake and Rake!

Alex Wong, co-host and producer of "The Raptors Show", joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his upcoming live show with Will Lou and Chris Boucher, Dalano Banton’s role on this team, Scottie Barnes’ early sophomore slump, the buzz surrounding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Kyle Lowry’s latest return to Toronto. Later, Tim Micallef, host of Tim and Friends, stops by to participate in the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (24:10)! Tim helps us tee up the FIFA World Cup and offers his favourite bets f...

Nov 16, 202246 min

Hour 2: Leafs Trade Chips and Marner-Tavares Connection w/ Brent Gunning

Ailish and Justin are joined by Brent Gunning, co-host of Leafs Nation, to discuss Matt Murray’s encouraging performance on Tuesday, John Tavares’ Hall of Fame chances, the chemistry between Tavares and Mitch Marner, Jordie Benn’s impact since being inserted into the lineup, and the Leafs’ potential trade chips (00:19). Later, producer Josh jumps in for our weekly edition of What’s Up Wednesday (28:28)! This week, Ailish and Justin present their mock trade proposals for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a...

Nov 16, 202249 min

Hour 1: Murray’s Return, Tavares Hits 400, and Lumberjack Jordie Benn

Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ 5-2 win over the Penguins, John Tavares scoring his 400th career goal, Matt Murray’s performance in his return, and Jordie Benn finding a home on the blue line. Afterwards, they weigh in on the trade buzz surrounding Teoscar Hernández and what the Blue Jays should be seeking in return (32:20). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:20)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not nece...

Nov 16, 202253 min

Hour 3: Will Dubas Tap into the Trade Market? w/ Luke Fox + Wake and Rake!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet’s Luke Fox to discuss Jake Muzzin’s uncertain future, the possibility of Kyle Dubas dipping into the trade market, T.J. Brodie’s absence from the lineup, Matt Murray’s return to the crease, and Sheldon Keefe’s decision to keep Matthews and Marner on separate lines (00:16). Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (31:58)! They tee up tonight’s Leafs-Penguins matchup and assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay. The views a...

Nov 15, 202248 min

Hour 2: Darryl Sittler on his Emotional Weekend with Börje Salming

Sportsnet NBA Insider Michael Grange joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Dalano Banton’s standout performance on Monday night, his growth since entering the league, Scottie Barnes’ recent struggles, and Chris Boucher’s importance to the Raptors’ bench depth (04:22). Afterwards, Darryl Sittler, former Maple Leafs captain and Hockey Hall of Famer, stops by to chat about Börje Salming’s indelible mark on the Maple Leafs and their fans, Salming’s emotional return to Toronto this past weekend, and wha...

Nov 15, 202250 min

Hour 1: Dalano Delivers + Jonathan Osorio Joins from Qatar!

Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ win over the Pistons on Monday, Dalano Banton’s career night, and Scottie Barnes’ ongoing struggles. Then, they weigh in on Jake Muzzin’s injury situation and if the Leafs will look to use his LTIR space to supplement their blue line. Afterwards, Jonathan Osorio, midfielder for Team Canada, checks in from Doha, Qatar to discuss his journey to the World Cup, the team’s evolution throughout their qualifying run, and the challenges that await in Group F (30:00...

Nov 15, 202250 min

Hour 3: Are the Bills in Trouble? w/ Ross Tucker + Wake and Rake!

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the "Ross Tucker Football Podcast", stops by to discuss the Vikings’ OT win in Buffalo on Sunday, Josh Allen’s questionable decision-making in crucial situations, the Bills’ recent track record of losing close games, and Jeff Saturday picking up a win in his head coaching debut (02:34). Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet (23:15)! They tee up tonight’s Eagles-Commanders game and assemble our daily Wa...

Nov 14, 202246 min

Hour 2: Who Will Get a Call to the Hall in 2023? w/ Frank Seravalli + Winners and Losers!

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Borje Salming’s impact on the Swedish hockey community, this year’s Hockey Hall of Fame induction class, potential candidates for next year’s Hall of Fame ceremony, the NHL and NHLPA pivoting away from the 2024 World Cup of Hockey, coaches currently on the hot seat, and Bo Horvat’s uncertain future (00:59). Later, Ailish and Justin present their winners and losers from the weeken...

Nov 14, 202249 min

Hour 1: Honouring Börje, NFL Game of the Year, and Canada's World Cup Roster

Ailish discusses her experience being at Scotiabank Arena amidst an emotional weekend for Leafs legend Börje Salming. Then, she and Justin share their thoughts on the Leafs splitting this weekend’s back-to-back against the Penguins and Canucks. Afterwards, they weigh in on Canada’s final roster for the FIFA World Cup and the Vikings’ thrilling OT win over the Bills on Sunday. Later, Ailish delivers her daily edition of the A-List (44:10)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are thos...

Nov 14, 202253 min

Hour 3: State of the CFL with Randy Ambrosie + Wake and Rake!

Veteran NHL agent, Anton Thun, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his former colleague turned Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes, how much Auston Matthews’ next contract will impact the rest of the NHL, will the league ever implement a soft cap, and more (00:30). Next, the commissioner of the CFL, Randy Ambrosie, joins the show. They discuss his role as the commissioner of the league, the future of the CFL, and if the CFL will ever merge/collaborate with another league (24:30). Later...

Nov 11, 202246 min

Hour 2: NFL Week 10 Primer w/ Charles Davis + Brian Burke on Drafting the Sedins

Ailish and Justin are joined by Charles Davis as they discuss Jeff Saturday and how the NFL puts people in power without going through the required routes, the Josh Allen-less Buffalo Bills, and more (00:30), Next, Brian Burke joins the duo live from the PrimeTime Sports Management Conference where he discusses the Sedin’s ahead of their HHOF induction, whether or not the HHOF induction waiting period could be waived when Ovechkin and Crosby retire, what would have happened in Pittsburgh if they...

Nov 11, 202249 min

Hour 1: Live From The PrimeTime Sports Management Conference + HHOF Weekend

Live from the PrimeTime Sports Management Conference, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off an exciting sports weekend in Toronto with the Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction ceremony, the Legends Classic, and the Toronto Argos playing in the East Final this Sunday. Then, the pair discuss who could be inducted into the HHOF in the 2023 class (07:30). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (42:30)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests a...

Nov 11, 202253 min

Hour 3: Blue Jays Offseason Rumblings with Jon Morosi + Wake and Rake!

Can the Jays get Xander Bogaerts? Is Bo Bichette on his way out? Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to get an inside look on what the Jays offseason has in store and which names he has heard being floated around, including Teoscar Hernandez (0:15). Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (28:36 )! Ailish and Justin break down tonight's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Falcons and Panthers. Then, with the help of the text-line, they assemble our daily Wake and Rake ...

Nov 10, 202246 min

Hour 2: The Jays Need a Pitcher + Are the Canucks a Playoff Team?

Ailish and Justin answer your texts about what fans want the Blue Jays to do this offseason. Then, Greg Wyshynski joins the show to discuss the surging New Jersey Devils after the first month of the season, who is to blame within the Bruins organization for the Miller signing, whether or not the Canucks are a playoff team, and more (26:14). 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 o...

Nov 10, 202248 min

Hour 1: Raptors Ground The Rockets + Blue Jays Offseason Checklist

Ailish and Justin kick off the show with the Siakam-less Raptors who beat the Rockets at home by a score of 116-109 courtesy of all-star performances from Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby. Then, Precious Achiuwa’s performance after Nick Nurse called him out before the game, the Raptors bench, and OG’s DPOY level start to the season. Next, the pair dives into what the Blue Jays will do in the offseason, if they will trade a catcher, and the team's pitching. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of...

Nov 10, 202254 min

Hour 3: State of the Raptors with Will Lou + Wake and Rake!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Will Lou, host of "The Raptors Show", to chat about the Raptors' start to the season, how Toronto's style of play translates to back-to-back games, who's underperformed early on, and what he's looking for in tonight's game against the Houston Rockets. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (26:21)! They tee up tonight's Raptors-Rockets matchup and, with the help of the text line, assemble our daily edition of the Wake and Rake pa...

Nov 09, 202246 min

Hour 2: Rutherford Ripple Effects with Jeff Marek + What's Up, Wednesday!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Jeff Marek, of "32 Thoughts" and "The Jeff Marek Show", who speaks about his start in the hockey world, Bruce Boudreau's stock value in Vancouver following Jim Rutherford's comments, what's next for Bo Horvat, and the job Erik Källgren has done in a pinch for the Maple Leafs. (00:14). Later, it’s time for our weekly edition of What’s Up, Wednesday (26:45)! Producer Josh jumps on the show to pose some questions to Ailish and Justin about the Jays' free agent needs,...

Nov 09, 202249 min

Hour 1: Leafs Slain by Golden Knights + Jays Offseason Trade Block

Ailish and Justin kick things off discussing the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, how deflating early period goals can be, if the team should look to the trade market to add another goaltender, and who needs to step up within the bottom-six. Next up, the pair switch gears to chat about the Blue Jays' offseason and which players on the current roster could be on the trading block (35:57). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (44:22)! The views and opinions...

Nov 09, 202253 min

Hour 3: Teeing up Leafs-Golden Knights w/ Gary Lawless + Wake and Rake!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Golden Knights Insider Gary Lawless to discuss Vegas’ 11-2-0 start to the season, Jack Eichel’s success since joining the Golden Knights, and the organization’s decision to bring in Bruce Cassidy this past off-season (01:32). Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (24:19)! Ailish and Justin survey the NFL Futures market at the midway point of the season and tee up tonight’s Leafs-Golden Knights game. Then, with the help of the text-line, they ...

Nov 08, 202244 min

Hour 2: Raptors Temperature Check w/ Donnovan Bennett

Donnovan Bennett, host of "Going Deep" on the Sportsnet Radio Network, stops by to chat about the upcoming debut of his new show, his evaluation of the Raptors through their first 11 games, the drama surrounding Kyrie Irving, and the current state of the CFL (00:30). Afterwards, Sam Acho, former NFL LB, author, and current ESPN analyst, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Jeff Saturday being named interim head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, his chances of succeeding without any prior pro coachi...

Nov 08, 202251 min

Hour 1: Raps Fall Flat in Chicago, Leafs Litmus Test, and Irsay Goes Viral

Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ loss to the Bulls on Monday, Fred VanVleet carrying the load offensively, and Scottie Barnes’ quiet performance. Then, they chat about the Leafs facing an early-season litmus test against the Vegas Golden Knights and Jim Irsay’s viral press conference following the Colts’ coaching change (19:06). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (39:05)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not neces...

Nov 08, 202253 min

Hour 3: Bills Letdown and Vintage Brady w/ Ross Tucker + Wake and Rake!

Ross Tucker, former NFL offensive lineman and host of the "Ross Tucker Football Podcast", stops by to chat about the Bills’ loss to the Jets on Sunday, the Vikings’ 7-1 start to the season, Joe Mixon’s five-touchdown performance against Carolina, Justin Fields’ improved play over the past two weeks, and Tom Brady engineering a game-winning touchdown drive against the Rams (00:55). Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (27:52)! They tee up tonight’s Ravens...

Nov 07, 202245 min

Hour 2: Boston’s Miller Debacle w/ Frank Seravalli + Weekend Winners and Losers!

Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider for DailyFaceoff.com, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the Mitchell Miller situation in Boston, the NHL’s handling of his eligibility, potential trade targets for the Maple Leafs, and the chances Erik Karlsson gets moved this season (00:59). Later, Ailish and Justin dive into their weekly edition of Weekend Winners and Losers (34:33). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Ro...

Nov 07, 202251 min

Hour 1: Leafs Lines, Weekend Injuries, and Steady Freddy Returns

Happy Monday! Ailish and Justin discuss the Leafs’ 2-0 weekend, losing Ilya Samsonov to injury, and Sheldon Keefe juggling his lines in Carolina. Then, they weigh in on Pascal Siakam’s injury, Fred VanVleet’s return to the Raptors’ lineup, and Christian Koloko’s emergence (23:15). Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:58)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Medi...

Nov 07, 202252 min

Hour 3: Erik Karlsson’s Fit With the Leafs w/ Pete Blackburn + Wake and Rake!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Pete Blackburn, national NHL correspondent for Bally Sports, to chat about his impressions of Mullett Arena in Arizona, the Boston Bruins’ 10-1-0 start, Mike Rupp’s criticism of Auston Matthews, Jim Montgomery’s influence on the Bruins, if the Leafs could be a potential suitor for Erik Karlsson, and Connor McDavid’s chances of winning the Rocket Richard this season (00:24). Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet (24:36)! Producer Josh joins Ai...

Nov 04, 202244 min

Hour 2: NFL Week 9 Primer w/ Charles Davis + Jon Morosi's World Series MVP

NFL on CBS colour analyst and friend of the show Charles Davis stops by for his weekly appearance to discuss Sunday’s Bills-Jets matchup, Buffalo’s acquisition of Nyheim Hines, the slew of activity at this year’s trade deadline, the Bucs and Rams squaring off amid their respective struggles, and this Saturday’s heavyweight showdown between No. 1 Georgia and No. 2 Tennessee (00:13). Afterwards, MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his experience attending last night’s...

Nov 04, 202250 min

Hour 1: Was Matthews Playing the "Cool" Card?

Ailish and Justin discuss Drake’s new album, the Phillies rocking their powder blue uniforms on Thursday, Justin Verlander earning his first-career World Series win, Jeremy Pena’s impressive showing in the post-season, and Mike Rupp’s viral criticism of Auston Matthews after provoking a late-game scrum against the Flyers on Wednesday. Later, Ailish delivers her daily edition of the A-List (44:10)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not neces...

Nov 04, 202254 min

Hour 3: Can O.G. Contend for DPOY? w/ Michael Grange + Wake and Rake!

Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet NBA Insider Michael Grange to discuss Steve Nash’s departure in Brooklyn, the Nets’ reported interest in Ime Udoka, Otto Porter Jr.’s return to the court, and O.G. Anunoby’s chances of contending for Defensive Player of the Year (01:16). Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to you by Unibet (28:09)! Justin tees up his same-game parlay for Thursday Night Football. Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble th...

Nov 03, 202246 min
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