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The FAN Morning Show
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Start your day with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning in the mornings! The guys tackle everything Toronto sports and beyond live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am ET.
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Tim Reynolds on the Kawhi Investigation + Ricky Romero!
2d ago00:46:54Tap to summarizeBrent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi are joined by Tim Reynolds, NBA writer at The Associated Press to further discuss the Toronto Raptors’ trade stalemate with the Los Angeles Clippers as the teams await a conclusion to the NBA’s investigation of Kawhi Leonard. The guys chat about different scenarios that could play out and whether Tuesday’s upcoming board of governors meeting could expedite the process. They also set some time aside to talk about LeBron James’ ongoing free agency and where he could ultimately land. After the break, former Blue Jay and co-host of Bluebird Territory Ricky Romero (28:27) ahead of Toronto’s final series before the All-Star break. Ricky shares his thoughts on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent play and his decision to forego the All-Star festivities before turning his attention towards the state of the Jays’ pitching staff. 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.
Transcribe →Ducks Match Carlsson's Offer Sheet & The Ripple Effect with Jason Bukala
2d ago00:50:21Tap to summarizeBrent Gunning & Daniele Franceschi kick off hour two reacting to the Anaheim Ducks’ decision to match Leo Carlsson’s $90-million offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers. The duo digs into their level of surprise with the outcome, how Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek ended up in this position, and what this means for other high-profile restricted free agents like Adam Fantilli and Connor Bedard. Brent and Daniele also touch on the Toronto Maple Leafs' continued reshaping of the front office, highlighted by Hayley Wickenheiser and Mark Leach’s exit. Then, Sportsnet hockey analyst Jason Bukala (27:18) joins the conversation to provide his point of view on Carlsson becoming the highest paid player in the NHL. Together, they parse through the impact the contract will have on future deals from both player and team perspectives. 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.
Transcribe →Raptors Put the Kawhi Trade On Hold + Jays Take on the Padres
2d ago00:49:11Tap to summarizeBrent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open Friday’s episode discussing news that the NBA’s ongoing investigation of Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers has put a hold on his return to the Toronto Raptors. The guys talk through their frustration with the situation, including the timing and potential of the deal falling through. Afterwards, Brent and Daniele shift their focus to the Toronto Blue Jays (35:32) as they get set for a weekend series in San Diego against the Padres. They chat about their level of confidence in Toronto’s offence after plating 19 runs in the preview two contests, and the Jays’ leash with Shane Bieber ahead of his fourth start since returning from injury. 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.
Transcribe →Leafs Final Off-Season Thoughts & The Home Run Dragon
3d ago00:46:50Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Thursday morning with Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox to discuss the busy Leafs offseason. They assess whether the team is better now and the impact of Darren Raddysh on the power play. Is this the end of Morgan Rielly’s era? They also cover Daniel Alfredsson's new role as assistant coach and his relationship with Mats Sundin. Luke speculates on possible moves, including Zach Werenski. Later, Jeff Blair (27:12) from Blair and Barker shares his thoughts on Dylan Cease’s near no-hitter and the Jays' pitching performance. They debate improvements needed in the offense and whether the team will be buyers or sellers at the deadline. 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.
Transcribe →Adam Stanley Sets Up Links Season + Blue Jays Deadline Preview with J.P. Ricciardi
3d ago00:47:38Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour with Sportsnet's Adam Stanley to discuss the Senators' turbulent offseason, the organization's recent talent drain, and the reaction to Daniel Alfredsson joining the Maple Leafs' coaching staff. They also preview the Scottish Open, explore the unique challenges of links golf, look ahead to the Open Championship, debate the best storyline for golf, and discuss the future of the Canadian Open amid the PGA Tour's proposed two-track system and Rory McIlroy's support for it. Later, former Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi joins the show to break down Dylan Cease's near no-hitter, modern pitcher management, the evolution of the game, the American League trade market, and whether he'd pursue Francisco Lindor if he were available. Ben and Brent wrap up by debating whether sports are better today than they used to be. 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.
Transcribe →Cease's Near No-Hitter Secures Series Win + World Cup Soccer Returns
3d ago00:52:22Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Thursday morning by celebrating Dylan Cease's dominant performance against the Giants. They dive into the starter's near no-hitter and outstanding first season with the Blue Jays, while also discussing Toronto's recent offensive surge, highlighted by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s fifth home run of the season and George Springer's move into the cleanup spot. The conversation then shifts to Justin Verlander being named an All-Star and the idea of adding a "legends" spot to the game. After the break, they preview the World Cup quarterfinals, before wrapping up the hour with a debate about whether the Blue Jays should pursue Francisco Lindor and what a potential trade could look like. 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.
Transcribe →Wimbledon Check-In and Home Run Dragon with Adnan Virk
4d ago00:47:03Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Adnan Virk to discuss Felix Auger-Aliassime's Wimbledon exit to Novak Djokovic, the state of Canadian men's tennis, and how far the sport has come since the era of Daniel Nestor. They also break down the Blue Jays' offensive resurgence, debating whether the clubhouse's 'Dragon on a Stick' home run celebration could spark a turnaround, while examining Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles and the club's disappointing season. Later, Ben and Brent debate the tennis GOAT conversation in light of Djokovic's sustained success, before revisiting the Blue Jays' playoff outlook, whether the weak American League race keeps them in contention, and when the team should decide to buy or sell. 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.
Transcribe →Maple Leafs Hire Daniel Alfredsson + Kyle Lowry's Legacy
4d ago00:49:17Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning open this episode alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show. They discuss the Leafs' decision to hire former franchise rival Daniel Alfredsson behind the bench, what the move means for the locker room, and the coach's relationship with Mats Sundin and William Nylander. The trio also touch on how the roster has improved since the season ended, and the implications of Leo Carlsson's $18 million AAV offer sheet. Later, former Raptor and current Sportsnet NBA analyst, Alvin Williams (26:18) joins the show to reflect on the Raptors retiring Kyle Lowry's jersey, his legacy in Toronto, the return of Kawhi Leonard, and the possibility of DeMar DeRozan returning to the Raptors after being waived by the Kings. 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.
Transcribe →Jays Unleash the Dragon Against the Giants
4d ago00:51:24Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Wednesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays' 9-3 victory over San Francisco Giants. The guys chat about the team's new 'Dragon on a Stick’ home run prop that made it's debut last night, Jonthan Clase's first homer of the season, Sean Keys trending up at the plate, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offensive outlook. Ben and Brent also touch on Patrick Corbin's performance on the mound and the importance of a series win this afternoon. After the break, the guys listen back to Kyle Lowry's press conference announcing his retirement, discussing how well the Raptors handled the event and the familiar faces that made an appearance. They wrap up with thoughts on Argentina's comeback vs. Egypt to keep their World Cup hopes alive, as well as Switzerland advancing past Columbia. 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.
Transcribe →NHL Off-Season Storylines to Watch + World Cup Focus with Amy Walsh
5d ago00:44:08Tap to summarizeBen Ennis and Brent Gunning open this episode alongside NHL insider Frank Seravalli! They discuss the United States' World Cup exit, the offer sheet for Leo Carlsson and whether the Anaheim Ducks will match it, the growing use of offer sheets for restricted free agents, the Edmonton Oilers' offseason, and whether the Toronto Maple Leafs have improved enough to be a playoff team next season. Later, former Canadian international Amy Walsh joins to break down the U.S. exit, Canada men's national soccer team's tournament performance, the program's outlook in CONCACAF, Jesse Marsch's tournament, Mexico men's national soccer team's recent struggles, and what's next for Canada Soccer. 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.
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