On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Sho Alli stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ win over the Nationals on Monday, Kevin Gausman’s hefty workload this season, Davis Schneider’s emergence, George Springer reclaiming his spot atop the Blue Jays’ lineup, and Danny Jansen’s status as one of the most underrated catchers in MLB. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Oliver Platt, analyst for OneSoccer, to chat about John Herdman’s move to Toronto FC, the fallout for Canada Soccer, how Alphonso Da...
Aug 29, 2023•49 min
Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing John Herdman leaving his post with Canada Soccer to join Toronto FC, what this move means for the future of the Canadian men’s national team, and how Herdman will be received in Toronto. Then, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 6-3 win over the Nationals on Monday, Kevin Gausman showing signs of fatigue, his ominous post-game comments, and the latest information regarding the inaugural season of the PWHL. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of ...
Aug 29, 2023•50 min
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker , stopping by to discuss the Blue Jays’ confounding season, Cavan Biggio’s ugly bunt attempt in the ninth inning, the team’s fading playoff hopes, Davis Schneider’s sound approach at the plate, John Schneider’s job security, and the team’s biggest lineup flaws. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Joe House, host of the Fairway Rollin’ and East Coast Bias podcasts, to chat about Viktor Hovland’s victory at th...
Aug 28, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Ailish and Justin are joined by Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time , to discuss the Blue Jays’ diminishing playoff chances, the team’s ongoing offensive woes, Ross Atkins’ job security, the prospect of a Vladimir Guerrero Jr. trade this winter, and his admiration for the late Bob Barker. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin present their winners and losers from the weekend (31:18)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests ...
Aug 28, 2023•50 min
Ailish and Justin are back! They open the show by discussing Auston Matthews’ new contract with the Maple Leafs, the Blue Jays’ deflating weekend against the Guardians, John Schneider’s questionable decision-making during Sunday’s extra-innings loss, Davis Schneider’s sporadic playing time, the team’s fleeting playoff hopes, and Canada’s 2-0 start at the FIBA World Cup. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (44:38)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of t...
Aug 28, 2023•50 min
Brent Gunning and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet basketball reporter Michael Grange to help preview Canada's opening match in the FIBA World Cup of Basketball against top-ranked France. He take us through the Canadian roster and how they stack up against the French, before focusing in on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his chance to reach super-stardom. Later on, the fellas close out the week with some bold NFL predictions (28:00)! They discuss their expectations for Jordan Love this season, the ...
Aug 25, 2023•48 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent Gunning and Sam McKee are joined Justin Bourne of Real Kyper and Bourne to discuss his impressions of Auston Matthews' extension, what it means for the Maple Leafs in the short and long term, what his makes of William Nylander’s comments, and how Matthews' deal could influence his negotiations. Then, the boys then reminisce about the career of Stephen Strasburg after he announced his retirement from baseball yesterday. Next up, Jacksonville Jaguars quarte...
Aug 25, 2023•48 min
Brent Gunning & Sam McKee kick off the morning chatting about some items they are most looking forward to having and Canadian National Exhibition! The guys then get into what went wrong in last night's Blue Jays loss to the Orioles, what in the world Danny Jansen was thinking, Matt Chapman's slump at the plate, and if the bullpen is enough to cover up the Jays' other shortcomings. Later on, the boys then offer their thoughts on the recent Netflix mini-series 'Swamp Kings' and decide whether ...
Aug 25, 2023•51 min
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Sportsnet’s Luke Fox stopping by to discuss how Brad Treliving fared in his first major negotiation as Maple Leafs GM, the domino effect involving Auston Matthews’ new contract, the current divide between the Leafs and William Nylander, and Treliving’s checkered history with Nylander’s agent. Later, Brent and Sam are joined by Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, to discuss Toronto’s 7-0 loss to the Orioles on Wednesday, Kevin Gausma...
Aug 24, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Brent and Sam are joined by Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne , to discuss Auston Matthews’ new deal, the Leafs compromising on term, the level of pressure facing Matthews given how the negotiations unfolded, the ripple effects of Matthews inking a shorter-term contract, and William Nylander’s contract stalemate. Afterwards, the guys chat about Shohei Ohtani suffering a UCL tear in his right pitching elbow, the Angels’ disastrous attempt at going ...
Aug 24, 2023•49 min
Brent Gunning and Sam McKee host! The guys open the show by discussing Auston Matthews’ contract extension with the Maple Leafs and his decision not to sign a max-term deal. Then, Brent and Sam weigh in on William Nylander’s comments about his contract situation, and if next season could spell the end of his tenure as a Maple Leaf. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays’ 7-0 loss in Baltimore, the lack of run support for Kevin Gausman, and the Jays’ recurring offensive woes (34:34). The ...
Aug 24, 2023•51 min
On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman jumps on with Brent and Daniele to chat about whether his or his son Ben’s call of Bo Bichette’s 9th inning defensive gem was better. The trio then discuss about the Blue Jays' tendency to fall behind early in games, how important Varsho’s 2nd inning home run was to relax the team, why nobody ever talks about how pitchers perform with runners in scoring position, and having to perform double duty as he gets s...
Aug 23, 2023•45 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent and Daniele are joined by MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi to take a closer look at the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Orioles. He discusses how much of an advantage the Jays’ bullpen gives them down the stretch, Daulton Varsho’s offensive production since the All-Star break, and Wander Franco being placed on administrative leave by MLB. Then, Daniele asks: did Steph Curry pull a LeBron? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts a...
Aug 23, 2023•52 min
It’s a happy Hump Day as the Blue Jays kicked off their 3-game series with a win! Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceshi host and break down how the bullpen came through in the Jays’ latest victory, the bats finally coming alive with runners in scoring position in what felt like a playoff game, and check up on what the AL Wildcard picture looks like after Tuesday night’s games. On today's A-List, after Stephen A. Smith was on Family Feud, the guys answer which Sportsnet personality they would like ...
Aug 23, 2023•51 min
On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show , Johnny Giunta, Co-Host of the Gate 14 Podcast , leads off the hour teeing up the Blue Jays’ pivotal series against the Orioles, before discussing how clutch Yusei Kikuchi has been for the rotation, which three starters he would go with in a Wild Card series, and what he makes of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles. Then, Jason La Canfora, NFL Analyst and Co-Host of Inside Access, joins the show to chat about the Baltimore Ravens losing in the pre-season ...
Aug 22, 2023•48 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Brent and Daniele are joined by former MLB outfielder Adam Jones, host of The Adam Jones Podcast , all the way from Barcelona! The former Oriole shares why Toronto was always his favourite city to play in, and discusses the success Baltimore has been having this season ahead of their 3-game set against the Blue Jays. Next, the guys discuss the report that John Herdman is the leading candidate to coach Toronto FC. To wrap up this hour, Daniele helps clears up h...
Aug 22, 2023•49 min
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi host, and Gunner gets his seat back! They kick off the show discussing the Washington Commanders knack for ending streaks after their pre-season win over the Baltimore Ravens, and then tee-up what is shaping up to be an important week for the Blue Jays as they get set to start a 3-game series in Baltimore against the Orioles. Later, the pair discuss why the Raptors and MLSE have run into some legal trouble with the New York Knicks. Then, in the A-List, the gu...
Aug 22, 2023•51 min
On the final of The FAN Morning Show, voice of the Blue Jays Buck Martinez jumps on to chat about how nice it was to see more of what fans expected from the Blue jays following their 10-3 win over the Reds. Buck also weighs in on the keys to the Jays' offensive approach, why production hasn’t been consistent this season, what he's seen from Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s approach at the plate, Hyun-jin Ryu's form since his return from Tommy John surgery, and the importance of Toronto's upcoming series ...
Aug 21, 2023•47 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent and Daniele are joined by Sho Alli to help answer whether Brent can beat Nick Kypreos in a fight, before giving his thoughts on the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Reds, Bo Bichette’s much needed return to the lineup, Hyun-jin Ryu’s 5 inning outing, and which pitchers he would roll out in a 3-game Wild Card series. Later, Brent and Daniele share their biggest Winners and Losers from the weekend (30:28). The views and opinions expressed in this podca...
Aug 21, 2023•49 min
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi host! The boys discuss the Blue Jays' 2-1 series victory over the Cincinnati Reds, Bo Bichette’s return to the lineup, and the strength of the rotation to allow for Hyun-jin Ryu's smooth return Later, they weigh in on the need for consistency from the Jays' offence, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles to live up to the hype this season. Then, the A-List then becomes the B-List as Daniele asks Brent rule "Yay or Nay" for some CNE food items (44:05). The view...
Aug 21, 2023•49 min
Ailish and Justin are headed down to the King's Plate this weekend at Woodbine Racetrack, and despite all the racing to look forward to, how to properly dress for the event is front of mind. Later, the guys then get into the latest Blue Jays roster news, including why Bo Bichette impending return is good news for the lineup but bad news for Davis Schneider. Next up, creator of DVOA and FTN contributor, Aaron Schatz joins the show to break down what DVOA does and how you can best use it this seas...
Aug 18, 2023•47 min
Justin and Ailish kick off the second hour with Blue Jays radio play-by-play announcer, Ben Shulman! They discuss this weekend’s series with the Cincinnati Reds, what Bo Bichette's return could mean to the lineup, who would start Game 2 of a potential playoff series, and Cavan Biggio's strong under the radar performance. Next up, Canadian Women’s National Soccer player Sophie Schmidt joins the show to look back on her team’s performance in the World Cup this year, what areas they need to improve...
Aug 18, 2023•51 min
Ailish and Justin kick off Friday with a close call for Ailish this morning sharing why water proof IPhones might be on the hot seat. They then get into Bo Bichette's recent home run in a rehab game for Triple-A Buffalo, what his timeline for return looks like, and how his absence has affected the Jays on both sides of the ball, before previewing this weekend's series against the Cincinnati Reds. The Toronto Raptors released their schedule for 2023/24 yesterday and Justin and Ailish draft the ga...
Aug 18, 2023•49 min
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Shane Ryan, writer for Golf Digest, checking in to discuss this weekend’s BMW Championship, Lucas Glover’s back-to-back victories, Justin Thomas’ confounding season, the upcoming Ryder Cup, and Team USA’s lingering roster decisions. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland to chat about WWE SmackDown coming to Toronto tomorrow night, his t-shirt collaboration with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the team’s off-season cha...
Aug 17, 2023•46 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Ailish and Justin are joined in studio by T.J. and Amber Brodie to discuss A&W Canada’s 15th annual "Burgers to Beat MS Day" and Amber’s experience living with MS. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi stops by to chat about Bo Bichette’s rehab assignment, the possibility of him rejoining the Blue Jays in Cincinnati, Kevin Gausman’s poor outing against the Phillies, Cavan Biggio’s recent hot streak, the Jays’ historically-great bullpen, and Alek Manoah’s late...
Aug 17, 2023•49 min
It’s baby Friday! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 9-4 loss to the Phillies on Wednesday, Kevin Gausman’s shaky outing, Santiago Espinal’s costly throwing error at third base, Bo Bichette’s impending return to the lineup, and Cavan Biggio’s recent hot streak. Then, they weigh in on Michael Bunting’s comments from the JD Bunkis Podcast about the lack of material contract talks with the Maple Leafs. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, featuring a cameo by Orioles broadc...
Aug 17, 2023•51 min
The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, dropping by to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s transformation this season, Chad Green being a major wild card for the Blue Jays’ bullpen, his biggest curiosities surrounding Bo Bichette’s impending return from injury, and the Blue Jays’ lack of a team-wide offensive approach. Then, Ailish and Justin share their immediate reaction to news that Jamal Murray will not suit up for Canada at the FIBA World Cup. Late...
Aug 16, 2023•48 min
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jon Morosi - friend of the show - stops by to discuss Yusei Kikuchi’s turnaround this season, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s encouraging performance since returning from Tommy John surgery, Alek Manoah’s latest demotion, if the Jays could look to part ways with Manoah this winter, Whit Merrifield’s future beyond this season, and the Rays’ litany of injury woes. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Amy Lawrence, host of After Hours on CBS Sports Radio, to chat about the...
Aug 16, 2023•50 min
Happy Hump Day! Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 2-1 win over the Phillies on Tuesday, Yusei Kikuchi’s dominant form since the All-Star Break, our first look at the Hicks-Romano tandem in the bullpen, and the slew of Blue Jays currently on the rehab track in Triple-A. Then, they weigh in on the NBA trotting out their schedule for the league’s inaugural in-season tournament, the lack of creativity surrounding the branding for the event, Markquis Nowell’s bold declaration about his future ...
Aug 16, 2023•50 min
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Howard Eskin, host for 94.1 WIP in Philadelphia, checking in to discuss James Harden’s comments about Daryl Morey, his desire to force a trade out of Philly, concerns about Joel Embiid’s future, the Phillies’ season thus far, Michael Lorenzen’s recent no-hitter, and the excitement in Philadelphia surrounding the Eagles. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith (27:54) to chat about Jose Bautista’s induction into the Blue Jays’ Level...
Aug 15, 2023•48 min
