Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Adnan Virk on the show as he describes why Juan Soto is an absolute difference maker and how the Yankees are one of the best teams in baseball even without Cole pitching (8:40). Then, his thoughts on the Jays - why Kirk and Varsho might be on the right path, why Berrios is a Cy Young-worthy pitcher and how the Jays' top-3 starters can keep carrying the team. Finally, thoughts on the legendary John Sterling who announced his retirement this week. Later, S...
Apr 16, 2024•50 min
Jeff Marek makes his weekly appearance with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss playoff races, why people won’t feel sorry if Detroit misses again and the Coyotes' situation with the move to Utah all but being official (5:35). Then, Jeff explains why hockey will return to the desert and how the NHL is making this more of a temporary move. Afterward, to Canada winning the Women’s World Championship in what’s being called the best women’s game of all time. Later, Kaitlyn McGrath (25:20) f...
Apr 15, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with an in-depth chat with Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux (6:53) ahead of the series against the Rockies. He goes into Kevin Gausman’s start, how surprised he was to see his velocity drop in cold weather and what it’s like as a pitcher dealing with that. Then, the Jays' depth, bullpen injuries and the importance a catcher makes and why Danny Jansen’s return will be so important. Next up we head to Las Vegas where Aaron Bronsteter (26:12) is covering UFC 3...
Apr 12, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert open with news emerging from the Shohei Ohtani saga and leaked details on how his interpreter stole $16M. Next up, a chat with Mike Malott (8:58), UFC Welterweight and SN analyst this weekend for UFC 300. He gives us a great behind-the-scenes view of the life of a fighter and then his views on the card and what it takes to get back in the octagon when getting over injuries. Finally, what’s next for him and a surprise text he received today regarding his future. ...
Apr 11, 2024•25 min
Frank Seravalli joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to take a look at some of the most popular US-born players, where Auston Matthews ranks and why in the US a Canadian player from a Canadian team is the most popular player overall south of the border (5:18). Then, some news on Jack Hughes and the divisions that could be settled this evening. Later, we head to the site of The Masters with Adam Stanley (25:40) as he prepares for the tournament this week. A look at the field, the players comin...
Apr 09, 2024•50 min
David Price makes a rare appearance as he joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of the Blue Jays' home opener and why - of all the team he played for - Toronto was his favourite (3:38). He reflects on his first game in Toronto, how Jays players acknowledge they are playing for an entire country and why that’s important and then what it takes to come together and go on a true playoff run. Later, a chat with Jose Bautista (30:47), memories of home openers in Toronto and why he’s following ...
Apr 08, 2024•50 min
It’s the start of a new era at MLSE and with that, their new CEO, Keith Pelley, joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss his new role, plans and priorities, lessons learned from his time with European Golf and how sports have now become a global product (25:52). He looks back at his time running Rogers Media and why this new role was likely the only way he would come back home. Later, Kelly Hrudey (56:35) looks at the stretch drive for the playoffs and why he can’t help but cheer for C...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 40 min
John Scott, former NHLer, enforcer, tough guy and host of Dropping The Gloves podcast joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to look back at the Rangers/Devils brawl, why he feels for Rempe and why he ultimately loved what was on display (4:35). Then, what it was like playing against both Crosby and Ovie. Later, Seeret Sohi (26:33) from The Ringer on NBA title contenders vs. frauds, the disastrous season for the Raptors, what Vince Carter meant to Canada and Caitlin Clark's incredible run durin...
Apr 04, 2024•50 min
Frank Seravalli from Daily Faceoff joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to rank their top 5 Stanley Cup Contenders (4:11). They discuss the lack of Canadian teams at the top and Vegas missing the cut. Which teams have the edge in net and which teams' performance of playoffs past tells the most interesting story? Next up, Dan Shulman (31:50) from Houston ahead of Jays/Astros and everyone is up in arms about Davis Schneider being out of the lineup tonight after the game-winning HR last night. D...
Apr 03, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Madison Shipman (2:30) into our studios coming off of last night’s no-hitter, why the Jays were unable to adjust and the glaring difference in their lineup when Bo Bichette is not there. Later, former NHL goalie Carter Hutton (25:46) helps us to power rank the Canadian NHL goalies and weighs in on Ilya Samsonov's story and how he’s made the case for being the Leafs' clear #1 goalie. He finishes with some Jeff Skinner memories as a teammate as the Buffalo...
Apr 02, 2024•50 min
Ailish and Justin tee up the Leafs vs. Panthers and how each team has evolved since that playoff series a year ago plus if Ilya Samsonov is the starter in net when the post-season comes around. Later, Jeff Marek (6:24) proposes a new NHL award for Most Improved Player, who is the best choice to win and if that award would have staying power. Next up a deep dive on the Panthers with former NHLer and 1992 Stanley Cup champion – Jeff Chychrun (24:54). He points to the specific details that Paul Mau...
Apr 01, 2024•50 min
With Ailish in Saskatchewan, Justin Cuthbert is joined by Jesse Rubinoff! The guys welcome in Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst and former MLB pitcher Chris Leroux to help them preview the second game of the Jays season. He discusses the keys for success for the Jays this year, how far a hot start can carry the team and which players can excel with lowered expectations. Justin and Jesse then get into some of the storylines surrounding the final weeks of the NHL season and share their best bets for the...
Mar 29, 2024•25 min
We are one more sleep until the Jays season starts as Ailish and Justin go through their season predictions. Next, Frank Seravalli (4:34) looks at the race for the top of the NHL, Nashville's run and the rise of Roman Josi as a Norris Trophy contender. Later, Caleb Joseph (25:27) drops by the studios for a visit ahead of opening day. A deep dive on Day 1 starter – Jose Berrios and a change that he noticed in the pitcher last year. Finally, all of our picks from Win-Loss, playoffs or not, best ne...
Mar 27, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are happy to have Sid Seixeiro (3:36) on to express his humour over the Jontay Porter story, what it says about sports and gambling and why sportsbooks need more rigorous standards. Then over to Ohtani, why no matter what he comes out looking poorly and he’s not completely in the clear yet. Finally, his thoughts on the Canadian Stanley Cup curse and which team he thinks has the best opportunity. Later, Jason Bukula (28:14) on how the Panthers became one of the b...
Mar 26, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Shohei Ohtani's presser where he outed his former interpreter as a liar and thief. After reacting to that news, we switch over to Jeff Marek (5:35) who discusses the job Rick Tocchet did with the Canucks this year, going from potential to results, why the Preds got hot at the right time and a couple new members of the 50-goal club. Next up, Ben Nicholson-Smith (30:24) on his reaction to the Ohtani story, Jays roster moves and how the rotation will be ...
Mar 25, 2024•50 min
Luke Gazdic joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of his debut on Hockey Night in Canada and right in time for Leafs/Oilers, Matthews/McDavid (1:53). He takes us behind the scenes of his former team and confirms that Ontario born players always get pumped to face the Leafs. Over to playoff races and news of Tom Wilson’s 6-game suspension for his stick swinging incident against the Leafs. Next, to Brian Anderson (25:45) from TNT who calls MLB, the Brewers and this week – March Madness. We...
Mar 22, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert begin the show with the Shohei Ohtani saga, an update from Jeff Passan of ESPN and where this story is headed. Fresh off the trip from the GMs meetings in Florida, Frank Seravalli (6:25) looks at rule changes, a wild week with Torts in Philly yet again and then behind the tragic death of Chris Simon, what he was battling at the time of his death and the connection to CTE. Next, on the eve of the Women’s March Madness tournament, Hayley McGoldrick (31:04) looks a...
Mar 21, 2024•50 min
Caroline Cameron joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert in the studio for a look at Canadian teams with the best chance to win a Cup and why she likes 2 teams in the West. Then, over to Matthews and Ovechkin facing off and one chases 70 goals and the other is chasing Gretzky. Later, Wendel Clark (26:30) on the state of the Leafs, why late season games count, Tortorella and his “shock and awe” coaching style and some real love for his home province in Saskatchewan. Finally, we end with a bizarre...
Mar 20, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert check in with Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (4:44) from the NHL GM Meetings in Florida, and he goes through all the proposed rule changes especially the debate over how to properly call the puck over the glass infraction. From there, other changes, what the GMs were talking about the most and then a look at the team he covers the most – the Winnipeg Jets. Then, Ian Eagle (26:25) from CBS Sports on replacing Jim Nantz as the voice of March Madness, the funky pronunci...
Mar 19, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert lead the show with Jeff Marek (4:08) who weighs in on which NHL players Amazon should follow around for their new in-season docuseries. Then, to the GM meetings - what has been discussed and especially some issues they failed to debate. Plus, when it comes to Olympic hockey, is it possible that this time around, Canada is not the favourite? Later, over to Caleb Joseph (27:57), why Joey Votto is with the Jays for a reason and what seems to be the curse of Danny J...
Mar 18, 2024•50 min
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff start the show in Detroit where Ailish Forfar is in town to cover the PWHL and she discusses why Detroit and Pittsburgh are expansion candidates and what’s expected to get accomplished this weekend (4:25). Next, Darren Pang (16:21) from NBC-Chicago and TNT joins us ahead of Hawks/Kings with a spotlight on Connor Bedard. He stresses the relationship and impact from veteran teammate Nick Foligno who has made a world of difference for the rookie. Later, David Hear...
Mar 15, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Seerat Sohi (5:23) from The Ringer, who discusses DeMar DeRozan creating a HOF resume, megastars in the play-in tournament, Luka making a late push for MVP and why and how the officials are calling games differently since the All-Star break. Later, Louie DeBrusk (26:40) on an emotional night for Connor Brown and the Oilers and a massive game on Saturday vs the Avalanche. He explains how the Oilers have found balance and are prepared for a Cup run. ...
Mar 14, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert start the show with a heated debate about Vladdy Jr, telling Hazel Mae that he’d like to see the return of the HR jacket. Then, we go to Shane O’Brien (9:27) from the Missin Curfew podcast, who expresses as a player why he loves everything the Golden Knights are doing, a look at the Canadian NHL teams and why Colorado might be the most improved team in the NHL after the deadline. Finally, host of High Heat on MLB Network Alanna Rizzo (26:39) makes her return t...
Mar 13, 2024•50 min
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff start the show with Greg Wyshynski (6:19) who explains why things have changed in Atlanta, especially the demographics and the belief that they are better positioned for success as a hockey city. Next, Rempe’s suspension, Torts in trouble again and why Vegas hate keeps on going after the deadline. Then, we head to Florida where Kevin Barker (26:45) updates us on the weather, Gausman, why Vladdy looks better and if that means something. Then, why the Joey Votto si...
Mar 12, 2024•50 min
Ailish hosts with Jesse Rubinoff today who is in for Justin Cuthbert. We are joined by Kevin Cheveldayoff (3:26) who discusses his moves up to the deadline, why Tyler Toffoli is a great fit and how recent trades in the last 2 seasons involved players that were connected to either him or head coach Rick Bowness. Later, setting the tone with the big extensions he signed before the season and how one move is always connected to the other. Then, Michael Grange (26:36) in Denver with the Raptors, wha...
Mar 11, 2024•50 min
The NHL deadline has wrapped and Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff have instant reaction with Sam McKee (0:51) as the Leafs stayed quiet and Vegas went Vegas again with a cap-defying, buzzer-beating trade for Tomáš Hertl. Then, over to Luke Fox (10:25) who weighs in on the Leafs' deadline and reacts live to their last-minute deal for Connor Dewer. Next, Hailey Salvian (25:47) from The Athletic reminds people that Vegas is following the rules and it’s not a cap manipulation. Later, Luke Gazdic (51...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 38 min
Elliotte Friedman joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert on NHL Trade Deadline Eve. He takes a look at the market overall and how the deadline is changing year to year. A look at the Leafs, when GMs have cap issues and financial restrictions. Then, by the end of the chat, we learn that Michael Bunting was held out of the lineup and if it has any connection to a potential swap for Jake Guentzel in Pittsburgh. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and ...
Mar 07, 2024•25 min
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start the show in the newest and hottest UFC city – Miami – where Aaron Bronsteter (4:35) joins us ahead of UFC 299. He takes a look at why Miami is becoming a staple why UFC 299 and UFC 300 are stacked cards and why a typical “outside the bubble of MMA” fight was not possible to be made. Then, a look at a busy 24 hours of NHL trades, Oilers and Avs loading up and the latest contender to be pursuing Noah Hanafin. We close with Best Bets, UFC 299 picks and a chan...
Mar 06, 2024•25 min
The countdown to the deadline heats up as Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Frank Seravalli (4:34) with all eyes on the Pens and Kyle Dubas. Where will Jake Guentzel and Reilly Smith end up? Frank gives us a few key names to look for and one particular player that is not getting enough attention. Later on, Kaitlyn McGrath (26:59) from The Athletic on the arm issues the Jays are experiencing at Spring Training with both Gausman and Manoah battling sore shoulders. She goes through the opti...
Mar 06, 2024•50 min
Breaking News today as the Devils fired Lindy Ruff. For that and more, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert visit with Jeff Marek (2:49) who gives us a countdown to the trade deadline and why changes in jobs are almost always connected to goaltending. Then, over to the Canucks and Pettersson and the pressure on Kyle Dubas as the Pens switch from buyers to sellers. Next up, Cliff Floyd (26:44) from MLB Network fresh off his spring visit to the Blue Jays and what he learned about Vladdy Jr’s off-seas...
Mar 05, 2024•50 min
