Ailish is back! She and Justin open the show by discussing Kyle Dubas’ departure, Brendan Shanahan’s candid press conference on Friday, the fallout within MLSE, and Shanahan reportedly providing assurances to the Leafs’ “Core 4” that they’ll be back next season. Then, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Penguins’ interest in Kyle Dubas, the connective tissue between Dubas and the Senators, and the top candidates for the Leafs’ GM opening. Later, it’s the return of the A-List (45:18)! The views and...
May 23, 2023•49 min
Brent Gunning and Justin Cuthbert are joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath to reflect on tough weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays after being swept by the Orioles, John Schneider’s mental gaffe with Alek Manoah, and if the balanced schedule might actually hurt the team. Next up, Sports Illustrated's Bob Harig joins the guys to review the PGA Championship and discuss what Brooks Koepka’s win means for the legitimacy of the LIV Tour and his legacy among this generation's finest (13:03). Later o...
May 22, 2023•49 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning are joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox to break down the backlash from Kyle Dubas dismissal on Friday. He focuses in on what caused the two sides to split, the plan ahead for Brendan Shanahan and the Leafs' brass, and how this may affect negotiating Auston Matthews' next contract. Later on, two-time Stanley Cup champion Mike Futa continues the Maple Leafs' post-mortem by sharing what it's like when a franchise changes leadership, ...
May 22, 2023•44 min
Happy Victoria Day! Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning kick off this week recapping the news of Kyle Dubas' dismissal on Friday and share their takeaways from Brendan Shanahan's press conference. The guys question if this was part of the plan all along, where the Leafs go from here, and who the team should pursue to fill the General Manager position. Later on, we look back on Brooks Koepka's PGA Championship victory over the weekend, where he stands among his generation of players, and if this wi...
May 22, 2023•55 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith stops by to discuss Alejandro Kirk’s sluggish start to the season, the Blue Jays’ dormant offence, the organization's lack of minor-league depth, and Daulton Varsho’s offensive woes. Later, Justin and Brent are joined by E.J. Hradek, co-host of NHL Now on NHL Network, to discuss the Panthers’ thrilling 4-OT win over the Hurricanes, Sergei Bobrovsky’s dominant post-season thus far, Vegas’ winning blueprint, and the ongoing negoti...
May 19, 2023•49 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin and Brent discuss Tom Kim’s muddy moment at the PGA Championship, Nick Kypreos’ latest reporting on Kyle Dubas, the Leafs’ interest in retaining Luke Schenn, and the possibility of Auston Matthews undergoing surgery on his wrist. Later, the guys are joined by Joe House, host of the Fairway Rollin’ podcast, to chat about Bryson DeChambeau’s opening-round 66 at the PGA Championship, why he’s bullish on Dustin Johnson this weekend, and Rory McIlroy’s strug...
May 19, 2023•48 min
Happy Friday! Justin and Brent kick off the show by discussing the Florida Panthers’ quadruple OT win over the Hurricanes, the Blue Jays dropping 3 of 4 to the Yankees, the team’s lineup flaws, Alejandro Kirk’s struggles this season, and Bryson DeChambeau’s resurgence at the PGA Championship. Later, the guys are joined by Scott Laughlin, host of Morning Skate on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, to chat about last night’s marathon game in Raleigh, Matthew Tkachuk’s heroics in quadruple OT, the wear an...
May 19, 2023•51 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin and Brent are joined by MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi to discuss the Blue Jays’ drama-filled series against the Yankees, if the Jays would be justified to throw at Aaron Judge, Domino German’s suspension and if MLB’s punishment is harsh enough, Chris Bassitt’s recent hot streak, and the potential recourse for Alek Manoah if his struggles continue. Later, Elliotte Friedman joins the program to discuss Kyle Dubas’ looming decision regarding his future, t...
May 18, 2023•49 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jason Bukala, former director of amateur scouting for the Florida Panthers, stops by to discuss the Leafs’ ongoing waiting game with Kyle Dubas, his personal experience going through a managerial transition in Florida, Dubas’ track record of drafting, how opposing teams view the Leafs’ current prospect pool, Topi Niemela’s chances of making an impact for Toronto next season, and the common threads between the NHL’s four remaining conference finalists. Later, J...
May 18, 2023•48 min
It’s baby Friday! Coming off Game 1 of the NBA’s Eastern Conference Finals, Justin and Brent open the show with a question: do you want to see Kyle Lowry win a title with the Miami Heat? Then, the guys share their thoughts on the Blue Jays’ 3-0 walk-off victory over the Yankees, John Schneider’s loyalty to Cavan Biggio, Chris Bassitt’s impressive streak of 27 consecutive scoreless innings, and how the Jays can paper over Alek Manoah’s struggles so far this season. Afterwards, Justin and Brent ch...
May 18, 2023•50 min
On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show , Justin and Brent are joined by Steve Kouleas, host of The Power Play on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, to discuss the futures of Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe, if the Leafs would benefit from having more experienced voices in the front office and behind the bench, why it’s not prudent for Toronto to blow up their roster, the cultural disconnect within the Leafs organization, and the NHL’s Conference Final matchups. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (2...
May 17, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Matt Marchese stops by to discuss the latest speculation surrounding Kyle Dubas, potential replacement options if Dubas doesn’t return, Brandon Pridham’s candidacy for GM jobs around the NHL, which member of the “Core 4” is most likely to be traded, and the best remaining team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Later, Justin and Brent are joined by Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, to discuss Domingo German’s ejection for using a sticky ...
May 17, 2023•50 min
Happy Hump Day! Justin and Brent open the show with a brief conversation about the San Antonio Spurs winning the NBA Draft Lottery, Victor Wembanyama’s status as a generational prospect, and the Coyotes’ failed arena project in Tempe. Then, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays dropping a second straight game to the Yankees, the ongoing cheating controversy, Domingo German’s ejection for using a sticky substance, Kevin Gausman’s strong outing, and the team’s lack of power arms in the bullpen. After...
May 17, 2023•50 min
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Nick Kypreos stopping by to discuss the possibility of trading Mitch Marner, why he’s intrigued by K’Andre Miller, the need for change within the “Core 4,” and Sheldon Keefe’s uncertain future. Afterwards, Justin and Brent are joined by Terry Koshan, Leafs scribe for the Toronto Sun, to chat about his experience covering Monday’s exit interviews at Ford Performance Centre, the lack of contrition displayed by some Leafs players, and the lingering ques...
May 16, 2023•46 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin and Brent share their thoughts on the power dynamics between Kyle Dubas and Brendan Shanahan, Auston Matthews’ leverage play, and the messaging from Leafs players during Monday’s season-ending media session. Afterwards, David Pagnotta, Editor-in-Chief for The Fourth Period, stops by to chat about Dubas’ reputation around the NHL, Sheldon Keefe’s future, and which member of the “Core 4” is most likely to be traded this summer (30:17). The views and opini...
May 16, 2023•52 min
Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning host. The guys open the show by discussing Kyle Dubas’ candid and emotional press conference on Monday, what it means for his future, and his comments about potential changes to the “Core 4.” Then, Justin and Brent chime in on the Leafs’ execution of locker clean out day, Sheldon Keefe’s status going forward, and Brendan Shanahan’s absence from the podium on Monday. Later, the guys are joined by Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and co-host of Leafs Nation, t...
May 16, 2023•50 min
On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show , Sportsnet's Luke Fox drops by to discuss his biggest point of intrigue heading into the Leafs’ end-of-season media session, Kyle Dubas’ loyalty to Sheldon Keefe, and Brendan Shanahan’s future. Later, Justin and Brent are joined by Steve Dangle to chat about his takeaways from the Leafs’ playoff run, Morgan Rielly’s disallowed goal, the future of the “Core 4,” the changes he hopes to see made this off-season, and the Leafs’ lack of grit/nastiness (24:13...
May 15, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ second-round exit, his expectations for today’s end-of-season media session, the latest on the futures of Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe, Auston Matthews being the linchpin of the Leafs’ off-season, if the “Core 4” will remain intact, Mitch Marner’s post-season struggles, and the fallout in Edmonton after their second-round loss. Later, we open the phone lines to gauge the pulse of Leafs Nation...
May 15, 2023•50 min
Happy Monday! Justin hosts alongside Brent Gunning. The guys kick off the show by discussing the Maple Leafs’ Game 5 loss to Florida on Friday, Joseph Woll’s performance, William Nylander elevating his game in Round 2 and his wasted Game 5 moment, Auston Matthews’ playoff performance and the health of his wrist, Morgan Rielly’s controversial disallowed goal, Mitch Marner’s latest post-season letdown, and the lack of accountability from Leafs players. Later, Justin and Brent chat about a profound...
May 15, 2023•51 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning serve up their Maple Leafs accountability rankings of who needs to come up big for the boys in blue. They then elicit the help of two former NHL coaches and guys who know the Maple Leafs well. First up, NHL Network’s Bruce Boudreau shares his takeaways from the series, how to motivate the players at this point in the year, and his expectations for Game 5 and beyond. Later on, Sportsnet's Dallas Eakins looks at who the differen...
May 12, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning welcome on someone we know bleeds blue, Sam McKee of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne ! The guys ask Sam where his expectations are with this team tonight, who he’s looking to towards to step up, and who needs to be held accountable. They also look at the Florida Panthers and what areas of the ice they can be taken advantaged of. Justin ans Brent then turn their attention to the Blue Jays with Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smi...
May 12, 2023•51 min
Happy Friday! Get set for Game 5 here in the city of Toronto as the Maple Leafs return to Scotiabank Arena to try to extend their season and the series against the Florida Panthers. Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning discuss their feelings and emotions going into it tonight after some of the news, quotes and sights that came from an off day in the series. They talk about what playing back on home ice means for a team that is 1-4 so far in these playoffs and how fans will react if they don’t put f...
May 12, 2023•49 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent and Justin welcome in ESPN's Greg Wyshynski look back on how the Maple Leafs survived to play another game, the intensity between the Oilers and Golden Knights, and if the Devils can claw back against Carolina. Later on, NHL Network and NESN analyst Billy Jaffe hops aboard to chat about the effectiveness of the Panthers, Sergei Bobrovsky's vintage performance, and what's next for the Bruins this summer (28:22). The guys wrap things up assembling our daily...
May 11, 2023•48 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Justin and Brent welcome on Stanley Cup Champion and host of Real Kyper and Bourne , Nick Kypreos, to share his takeaways from Game 4. They got the win, but was it the best game of this second round for the Leafs? They discuss and also wonder if a offensive breakout game is coming from Auston Matthews and the Leafs team as a whole. Later on, we open up the phonelines to gauge the pulse of Leafs Nation and ask listeners if they’re back on the bandwagon (30:38)....
May 11, 2023•49 min
The boys are hyped on this baby Friday after the Leafs win to stave off elimination… or at least Brent Gunning is! Him and Justin Cuthbert dissect Toronto’s first win of the second round and discuss if their belief in the team is back to do the improbable… or are we all just getting sucked back in? The guys break down the keys to the win, before turning their attention to the man between the pipes, Joseph Woll, and the strong defensive performance the team put out in front of him. Brent and Just...
May 11, 2023•50 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , Brent and Justin welcome on NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp to discuss the Maple Leafs' shortcomings against Florida so far, how Toronto can right the ship in Game 4, and the other storylines around the NHL playoffs that caught his eye. Later on, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman weighs in on the Blue Jays' series-opening loss in Philadelphia, if Alek Manoah can regain his 2022 form, and what to expect in this afternoon's matinee game (25:21). Brent and J...
May 10, 2023•48 min
Justin and Brent welcome on Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to break down what he’s seen so far in the Leafs-Panthers series and where the Leafs need to step up tonight to extend their season. They then welcome on Windsor Spitfires Goaltending Coach Michael Leighton, who happened to be between the pipes in 2010 when his Philadelphia Flyers completed their seemingly impossible comeback from being down 3-0, to talk about what it takes and give Leafs fans some hope (25:50). The views and opinions express...
May 10, 2023•50 min
Its Game Day! As we approach Game 4 in Florida as the Maple Leafs try to avoid the sweep and their season ending, Justin Cuthbert and Brent Gunning share how they feel about tonight's game. They break down the news of Joseph Woll getting the start in net and some of Sheldon Keefe’s line changes. We also hear some interesting sounds coming from the Leafs' off day, specifically Coach Keefe, Mitch Marner and William Nylander. To finish up, Justin and Brent bring you a quick honorary A-List (45:37)....
May 10, 2023•49 min
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , Sportsnet's Luke Fox checks in from Florida to discuss the tenor surrounding the Leafs ahead of Game 4, the team’s goaltending situation, if the dye has already been cast for Sheldon Keefe, the glaring need for change to this existing core, and Auston Matthews’ level of influence on the Leafs’ front office. Later, Justin and Brent discuss the prevalence of Blue and White disease and Kyle Dubas’ poor track record with draft picks, before presenting two more Suc...
May 09, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jeff Marek stops by to discuss the Leafs being on the cusp of elimination, how Sheldon Keefe might approach Wednesday’s Game 4, Evander Kane’s cross-check on Alex Pietrangelo, the parallels between this year’s Panthers team and the 2011-12 LA Kings, Kyle Dubas’ roster-building philosophy, Seattle’s surprising playoff run, and his preferred Stanley Cup Final matchup. Afterwards, Justin and Brent present their mock Succession scripts involving the Toronto Maple ...
May 09, 2023•50 min
