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On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Marek hops aboard to update the NHL playoff picture, before diving into the Maple Leafs' roster management down the stretch, the upcoming knockout stage at the IIHF Women’s World Championship, and the NHL's venture down under! Later on, ESPN's Mike Greenberg joins the program to chat about the job ahead for Masai Ujiri and the Raptors' front office, what the future holds for Nick Nurse, who has the edge in tonight's Thunder-Pelicans Play-In matchup, if the Kings can continue to defy the odds, and who the top dogs in the Eastern Conference are (19:35). 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 or any affiliates.

Happy Hump Day! Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ 9-3 win over the Tigers in their home opener, Kevin Kiermaier’s spectacular home run-robbing catch, first impressions of the new Rogers Centre outfield, and Alek Manoah’s slow start to the season. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 win over the Lightning, the physicality between the two teams, and the Raptors’ play-in matchup against the Bulls. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (48:16)! 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 or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, former Blue Jays catcher Caleb Joseph checks in to discuss his first impressions of the renovations at Rogers Centre, the new outfield configuration, how catchers are adjusting to MLB’s rule changes, early returns on the Jays’ starting rotation, and the team’s more balanced offensive approach. Later, Ailish and Justin tee up the betting lines for tonight’s Blue Jays-Tigers game and assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (31:11)!  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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala stops by to discuss Matthew Knies’ NHL debut, his potential utility for the Leafs’ upcoming playoff run, standout prospects from the NCAA Frozen Four, Adam Fantilli solidifying himself as the No. 2 player in this year’s draft class, and the best roster fit for Connor Bedard. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by ESPN’s Bobby Marks to chat about the Raptors’ underwhelming regular season, Nick Nurse’s uncertain future, and some of the most intriguing storylines heading into the NBA playoffs (25:50).  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 or any affiliates.

Happy Blue Jays home opener day! Ailish and Justin discuss the excitement surrounding the Blue Jays’ return to Toronto, Matthew Knies’ much-anticipated debut with the Maple Leafs, his chances of cracking the team’s Game 1 playoff lineup, and the Leafs’ murky goaltending plans for Tuesday night’s matchup against the Lightning. Afterwards, Ailish chats about her experience attending last night’s Canada-USA game at the IIHF Women’s World Championship and Canada's dramatic victory. She and Justin also share their thoughts on the new outfield spaces at Rogers Centre and how the altered ballpark dimensions could impact the action on the field. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (47:38)! 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 or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Blair stops by to discuss Matt Chapman’s torrid start to the season, José Berríos’ confounding results, early returns on Yusei Kikuchi, why he’s encouraged about Chris Bassitt’s latest start, Kevin Kiermaier’s seamless transition to the Jays, and the new renovations at Rogers Centre. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Jason Sobel, golf writer for The Action Network and host for SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, to chat about Jon Rahm’s victory at the Masters, Brooks Koepka’s second-place finish, and the unique dynamic between PGA and LIV golfers (24:06). Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (40:33)! 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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss the terms of Matthew Knies’ rookie deal with the Maple Leafs, the need for reform to the NHL’s current EBUG system, the Bruins earning their NHL-record 63rd win of the year, David Pastrnak joining Connor McDavid in the 60-goal club, the fight for the Eastern Conference’s final wild card spot, Bo Horvat’s juicy remarks about Vancouver, and the shortlist of Stanley Cup contenders. Later, Ailish and Justin present their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (31:47). 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 or any affiliate

Happy Monday! Time to start a new week on The FAN Morning Show! Ailish and Justin discuss their favourite sports moments from the weekend, Jon Rahm’s victory at the Masters, Brooks Koepka coughing up a 2-shot lead in the final round, the Maple Leafs signing top prospect Matthew Knies, and Jett Alexander’s surprise NHL debut on Saturday. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ wild win over the Angels on Sunday afternoon, Jose Berrios delivering a shaky outing, and the Raptors concluding their regular season with a 41-41 record (47:46). 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 or any affiliate

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Nick Kypreos stopping by to discuss his experience rubbing elbows with Bill Burr in Ottawa last weekend, the playoff atmosphere in Boston on Thursday, Sam Lafferty’s impact on the bottom six, Ryan O’Reilly’s return to the lineup, Sheldon Keefe’s decision to bench Luke Schenn and William Nylander, and Tampa losing Tanner Jeannot and Pat Maroon to injury. Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (27:50). 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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, MLB insider Jon Morosi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays’ start to the season, Kevin Gausman’s chances of emerging as a Cy Young candidate this year, Daulton Varsho’s diverse skill set, the depth of competition in the AL East, and if the Angels - with Shohei Ohtani in tow - are poised to finally breakthrough this season. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Shane Ryan, writer for Golf Digest, to chat about his takeaways from the opening round of the Masters, Brooks Koepka’s impressive performance on Thursday, Tiger Woods’ current form, and how weather might affect the outcome at Augusta this weekend (27:45).  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 or any affiliates.

Happy Friday! Ailish and Justin discuss their experience touring Rogers Centre’s new Outfield District, the Maple Leafs’ OT loss in Boston, Sheldon Keefe’s in-game line juggling, and concerns about William Nylander’s effort level. Afterwards, they weigh in on Kevin Gausman’s dominant outing in Kansas City, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s hot start at the plate, Brandon Belt’s struggles, and takeaways from Day 1 of The Masters. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (48:03)!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 or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman checks in from Kansas City to discuss Alek Manoah’s bounce back start on Wednesday, Daulton Varsho’s versatility, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s home run celebration, Yusei Kikuchi’s transformation over the offseason, and José Berríos’ command issues. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (26:16)! Ailish and Justin share their favourite bets for The Masters and assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay! 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 or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Pete Blackburn, NHL correspondent for Bally Sports, stopping by to discuss the vibes in Bruins land, Boston’s form heading into the postseason, Ilya Sorokin’s case for the Vezina, Ryan O’Reilly’s status as one of the best two-way players in hockey, Noel Acciari’s brief stint with the Bruins, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ career year in Edmonton, and which team would be the best fit for Connor Bedard. Later, Adam Stanley checks in from Augusta National to chat about the start of the Masters, Rory McIlroy’s ongoing quest to capture a green jacket, the vibe surrounding Phil Mickelson in his return to Augusta, Tiger Woods’ outlook, and Canada’s strong representation at this year’s tournament (23:50). 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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 3-0 win over the Royals, Alek Manoah bouncing back after his poor start on Opening Day, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s home run celebration. Then, they weigh in on the Raptors’ loss to the Celtics, Fred VanVleet’s woeful shooting night, Canada’s win over Switzerland at the IIHF Women’s World Championship, and Ryan O’Reilly returning to the Leafs’ lineup on Thursday in Boston. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:54)!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 or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Jake Fischer, senior NBA reporter for Yahoo Sports, stops by to discuss the latest buzz surrounding Nick Nurse’s future, Ime Udoka’s ties to the Raptors, what makes him an attractive coaching candidate, the new NBA CBA, and the Sacramento Kings’ resurgent season. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined in-studio by Sam McKee and Brent Gunning to chat about The Masters, Tiger Woods’ chances of making the cut, and their favourite bets for the tournament (23:49). Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay! 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 or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek stopping by to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s decision not to wear the Leafs’ Pride Night decal, why McDavid-Draisaitl is the modern-day Lemieux-Jagr, the Oilers’ budding rivalry with the L.A. Kings, the PWHPA’s intention to launch a new women’s league, and the start of the IIHF Women’s World Championship. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, to chat about his takeaways from the Blue Jays’ first 5 games of the season, Yusei Kikuchi’s strong start in Kansas City, Daulton Varsho’s versatility and his emergence as a fan favourite, Matt Chapman’s red-hot start to the season, and Alex Verdugo’s comments about Alek Manoah (26:41).  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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-1 win over the Royals on Tuesday, Yusei Kikuchi’s encouraging season debut, and Matt Chapman moving into the cleanup spot. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Leafs’ victory over the Blue Jackets, Sheldon Keefe’s latest line juggling experiment, and the Raptors’ win in Charlotte. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:53)!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 or any affiliate

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Rick Nash, former NHL forward and current Director of Player Development for the Columbus Blue Jackets, stops by to discuss his impressions of Connor Bedard, Johnny Gaudreau’s first season in Columbus, what Ryan O’Reilly can bring to the Leafs’ playoff run, his experience playing with Noel Acciari in Boston, and his favourite memories from representing Canada at the international level. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (24:32)! Ailish and Justin reveal the winner of our 2023 March Madness pool, before doing a deep dive into the Maple Leafs’ prospective line combinations for the playoffs. Afterwards, with the help of the text-line, they assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay.  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 or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Sportsnet's Luke Fox stopping by to discuss Ryan O’Reilly’s impending return, where he belongs in the Leafs’ lineup, Calle Järnkrok's fit with Auston Matthews, Sheldon Keefe’s persistent line juggling, the Leafs’ goaltending situation, Joseph Woll likely becoming a mainstay next season, Michael Bunting’s antics, and his potential market in free agency. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to chat about José Berríos’ shaky outing on Monday, his recurring struggles with command, Yusei Kikuchi’s key changes over the off-season, Daulton Varsho’s fit in the cleanup spot, and Matt Chapman’s strong start at the plate (28:34). 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 or any affiliates.

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 9-5 loss in Kansas City on Monday, Jose Berrios getting shelled for 7 runs in his first start, the team’s propensity for slow starts, and the importance of tonight’s start for Yusei Kikuchi. Afterwards, they weigh in on UConn securing their 5th national championship, the dichotomy between the men’s and women’s national title game, Pascal Siakam’s comments about the Raptors’ coaching situation, and Matt Murray’s future with the Leafs. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:06)!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 or any affiliate