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In hour two, Mike & Jason chat the red-hot Blue Jays with commentator Dan Shulman (2:04), plus they discuss what has been a busy week for the Jets with 680 CJOB Winnipeg's Jim Toth (27:32). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Mike & Jason look back at a busy weekend in sports including a wild BC Lions win and a poor showing for the Whitecaps, they discuss the NHL's Pacific Division and if it'll be harder competition for the Canucks next season, plus they chat the red-hot Blue Jays with commentator Dan Shulman. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Dan Shulman (0:52) ahead of the Jays' series opener against the White Sox. He shares his thoughts on what's behind the Jays' recent success, the growth of Addison Barger, George Springer's All-Star snub, and much more. Then, Blue Jays legend Jose Bautista joins the show (27:35) to discuss the team's success and what the sweep over the Yankees means to both players and fans alike. They reflect on his experience with a special Blue Jays team and what it is like to be a part of that kind of clubhouse, George Springer's renaissance, taking part in a Home Run Derby, and much more!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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open the show reacting to the Jays' wild win over the Yankees. They break down the red-hot offense led by Davis Schneider and Addison Barger, the team's resilience, and a gutsy bullpen sequence with the game on the line. Later, Blue Jays prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (32:30) joins to discuss his breakout in Double-A, modeling his game after Max Scherzer, and refining a devastating slider. After the break, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:30) weighs in on the electric series, George Springer's sustained success, and when (or when not) to walk Aaron Judge. Finally, ESPN's Don La Greca (01:16:15) checks in on the Yankees and Mets ahead of the "Subway Series", the growing frustration in the Bronx, and the analytics discourse around their Bombers. 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.
Brent and Daniele continue to dissect the NHL offseason and the start of free agency with a focus on the effect of it all on the Maple Leafs. The hosts enlist the help of Sportsnet NHL writer and Leafs reporter, Luke Fox, to break it all down. They get into their main takeaways from Mitch Marner's intro presser in Vegas, where it all fell apart in Toronto, and what's left on the agenda to help replace the loss and make the Leafs a better team heading into next season. Next today's a.m. duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays in what is an important week for them. They bring on the man who has been on the broadcast for this Yankees series on Sportsnet, Dan Shulman (28:55), to discuss how special yesterday's Canada Day game was and how close it pushed Toronto towards the top of the division. They also discuss the contributions of the likes of George Springer and Ernie Clement, as well as the rotation, before closing with thoughts on what the team should add 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 affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker project how the Blue Jays will perform in their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox before welcoming in Rays TV analyst Brian Anderson (10:55) to discuss Tampa's recent hot stretch after Yandy Diaz's declaration that they are the best team in baseball. Later, from the booth at Fenway, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (29:18) stops by to help tee up Toronto's series in Boston and discuss what's behind the Jays' road struggles, George Springer's sustained success at the plate, the team's MVP at the halfway point in the season, Jonatan Clase's maturity, Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s play in the field and how the bullpen hierarchy will change when Yimi García returns.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.
Ben and Brent reset on the Blue Jays with a quick look back on last night's win. The hosts welcome on Dan Shulman, TV voice of the Blue Jays on Sportsnet, to chat about how solid Eric Lauer has been in 2025, Ernie Clement's impressive season, and what Andrés Giménez brings to the team. They then tee up Max Scherzer return to the mound tonight with thoughts on the uncertainty that surrounds him and how important he could be to the rotation moving forward. The a.m. duo then turn their attention to the Leafs with the NHL draft quickly approaching on Friday. B&B look at the team's recent poor history at the draft and what the strategy might be without a pick in the first round. The Athletic's Joshua Kloke (24:13) stops by to talk about some potential targets, before pivoting to the soccer pitch to examine Canada's pursuit of the Gold Cup after winning their group and advancing to the next round of the tournament.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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Liam McHugh (1:23) to the show to recap a blowout win for the Florida Panthers over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3, how the Panthers have found a way to get under the Oilers skin without crossing the line, what we can expect from McDavid in Game 4, Brad Marchand's future, and much more. Then, Dan Shulman (28:18) joins the show to discuss the red-hot Jays, Kirk's game-breaking plays, Barger's approach at the plate, whether acquiring a starting pitcher is a possibility for Toronto at the deadline, and much more. 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.
Dan Shulman joins the show to discuss last nights Blue Jays comeback, and discusses if you can win in baseball without a star. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the weekend series against the Minnesota Twins, Bowden Francis continuing to struggle on the mound, what's best for him moving forward and Tyler Heineman's baseball IQ with his at-bats and behind the plate. Then, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman stops by (27:50) to discuss if Bowden will make his start against the Phillies in Philadelphia, the bullpen's workload, why the team isn't concerned about Jeff Hoffman, whether this is the best version of George Springer in a Jays uniform and an evaluation for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season.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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss Bowden Francis' outing and whether it's time to send him to Triple-A. Lance Brozdowski (26:04) joins to analyze where there has been slippage from Francis, Kevin Gausman's splitter success and why Trey Yesavage is a unique pitcher. Dan Shulman (50:49) discusses options for the Blue Jays at the 4th and 5th starter spots. Lastly, Hannah Keyser (1:15:52) outlines the vision for her new Substack, investing in the AUSL and more. 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.
Ben and Brent go into the final hour of the show with a look at what's ahead for the 30 teams not in the Stanley Cup Finals. Which players could be considered targets in markets looking to improve? Sportsnet's own Nick Kypreos dives deeper into his Off-Season Trade Board 1.0, featuring a certain Maple Leaf defenseman with a no movement clause. To close the show, the morning pair tee up the Blue Jays' series with the Phillies starting tonight at Rogers Centre with the man in the Sportsnet booth, Dan Shulman (25:53). The trio get into why this series will be a test for Toronto, as well as what decisions need to be made on the lineup.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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show reacting to the news that Anthony Santander has been placed on the IL with Alan Roden getting the call-up, and how much confidence the Blue Jays' hitters got after their monster series-opening win against the Athletics. Then, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman stops by (27:10) to chat about Max Scherzer's live BP and his next steps, the state of the starting rotation, why Vladdy could be on the verge of a breakthrough in his hitting, Alejandro Kirk's underrated season, and how the batting order will line up without Santander.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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz break down a shaky weekend that peaked on Sunday with an awful 13-0 loss. Jon Becker (31:15) joins to talk about Tarik Skubal pitching performance yesterday, and the surging Chicago Cubs. Dan Shulman (50:32) discusses the ups and downs of the Blue Jays season. Lastly, Kennedi Landry (1:16:17) talks about Texas's lousy offence and Jacob deGrom looking like a version of his old self. 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.
JD reacts to the departure of Brendan Shanahan from the Maple Leafs organization (00:00). Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice, joins JD to discuss how the Jays can stay afloat above a .500 win percentage, what feels sustainable so far, Daulton Varsho and Alejandro Kirk stepping up, the concern level about Jeff Hoffman, playing at the Tampa Bay Rays temporary stadium, and problem-solving the fifth rotation spot (9:00). JD touches on why the end of the Shanahan era of Leafs hockey was so frustrating (46:00). The views and opnions 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker sort through the highs and lows of the Blue Jays' 11-9 loss to open their series against the Tampa Bay Rays. They dive into Jeff Hoffman's pitch selection in the ninth inning, the confidence levels in the back end of the bullpen, and Daulton Varsho's recent power surge. Dan Shulman (22:35), voice of the Blue Jays on Sportsnet, joins the conversation to share his view on what went wrong for Toronto late in yesterday's game. Dan checks in on the Jays' impact relievers, the recent rise of home run power from this lineup, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s start to the 2025 season, and Junior Caminaro's potential.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.
Blake Murphy chats with Riley Breckenridge, Drummer on Thrice, about the state of the LA Angels and why the franchise is mired in questions. Afterwards, Dan Shulman (25:45) joins the show to discuss the stretched bullpen, Addison Barger, Bowden Francis, Bo Bichette and more. 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.
JD starts with his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' demons heading into Game 6 of the "Battle of Ontario" (8:00). Sportsnet's Dan Shulman joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays' comeback victory over the Red Sox, signs of power from Anthony Santander, the offence with Daulton Varsho back in the lineup, and bullpen usage without a fifth starter (00:00). Former NHL head coach Rick Bowness jumps on to chat about the Stanley Cup Playoffs, pressure on Craig Berube and the Leafs, coaching up players in the playoffs, and building success within a short window (34:30). Later, Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD to continue the Leafs conversation including previous playoff failures and potential reactions based on the results of the series (53:00). Finally, the pair take another look at the Blue Jays' season so far and project where things are headed (1:25:00).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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays' 10-2 defeat in last night's series opener against the Boston Red Sox. The boys sift through that stats that dictate just how bad Toronto's offense has been to start the season, before zooming out to discuss the level of panic around the organization and the fanbase. Jeff and Kevin take some time to debate if Pete Rose should be reinstated into Major League Baseball following Rob Manfred's meeting with United States President Donald Trump. Later on, Blue Jays play-by-play voice on Sportsnet, Dan Shulman (24:10), lays out some lineup changes that could help the team get back on track. Dan also dives into Eric Lauer's potential as a spot starter, Andrés Giménez' struggles of late, Bowden Francis' trouble limiting homeruns, and Kevin Gausman's extra day of rest.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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Dan Shulman to take a big picture look at the Blue Jays' offence and if they can become a good offensive team this season. Afterwards, Emmanuel Berbari (27:51) outlines Aaron Judge's crazy start to the season and where the Yankees' pitching staff stands. 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.
The FAN Morning Show rolls on with Ben and Brent continuing to tee up tonight's Maple Leafs-Senators clash in Ottawa in this playoff incarnation of the "Battle of Ontario". They ponder just how many Leafs fans will make the pilgrimage and how the home crowd could factor in on the ice. Former Leafs Assistant Coach, Senators Head Coach, and 2013 Jack Adams Award winner, Paul MacLean, shares his expectations for tonight's game at the Canadian Tire Centre, before zooming out to discuss what it would take for Toronto to be considered clear of their “demons”. To end the show today, the boys have questions about the Blue Jays' lack of hitting heading into an important weekend series in the Bronx. To help them out, Sportsnet's own Dan Shulman (30:10), who will be on the call, hops on to look at the numbers and find reasons for optimism. 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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour with a chat about Maple Leafs' health going into the playoffs. They focus in on the blueline to examine the status of Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson after hearing what head coach Craig Berube had to say about the pair. Later, B&B break down Connor McDavid's latest comments regarding the health of the Oilers' playoff roster, before sharing what stood out from the NHLPA Player Poll released yesterday. To end the show, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (27:15) tees up this afternoon's series finale with the Braves. The trio discuss if Toronto's power is finally ready to be unleashed, some upcoming roster decisions for the team, and the state of the bullpen featuring Jeff Hoffman as the closer. 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.
Jeff Blair opens today's show with thoughts on what went wrong for the Blue Jays during their 8-4 blowout at the hands of the Atlanta Braves. Brandon Gaudin, play-by-play voice of the Braves, discusses what's contributed to the team's slow start, how Spencer Strider's pending return will solidify the team's rotation, what to expect from Spencer Schwellenbach on the mound tonight, and the priorities for Alex Anthopoulos. Later, Dan Shulman (22:08), Blue Jays play-by-play voice on Sportsnet, shares his takeaways from yesterday's press conference officially announcing Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension. Dan also comments on what's next for Easton Lucas, Yariel Rodriguez' outlook as a reliever, and the state of Toronto's offence. 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.
Ben and Brent open the final hour of today's show focusing on baseball alongside MLB Network's Jon Morosi. The trio discuss the Jays finally getting Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s extension done, what it means for Toronto's future, the role of the closer, and the decision by Toronto to bring in Jeff Hoffman to replace Jordan Romano. To close today, the duo checks in with Sportsnet's own Dan Shulman (25:13) live from Boston to preview the series finale between the Blue Jays and Red Sox. They chat about the keys for Toronto as they set their sights on a four-game sweep, the strength of the team's pitching staff, and if it could be the separator between them and other teams in the American League East.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.
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show (0:00), to discuss the emotional and psychological boost of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. re-signing with the Toronto Blue Jays, and Anthony Santander's slow start compared to George Springer's early bounce back. Later, JD and Ben entertain theories that the Florida Panthers are tanking their playoff position, before teeing up The Masters and familiar storylines surrounding Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy (42:30). Then, the focus shifts back to the Toronto Blue Jays with Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (53:30). The Jays' play-by-play voice reflects on what Guerrero Jr.'s new deal signifies for the team's identity and reasons for optimism based on Toronto's play through 11 games. Afterwards, JD and the producers close out the show with 'What We Missed!'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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Dan Shulman to discuss the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. coming to terms on a contract extension. Afterwards, Blake and Julia discuss how the deal, along with Vladdy, will age (24:40).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.
In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning chat with Dan Shulman, play-by-play voice of the Blue Jays on Sportsnet. They break down the Jays' surprising start, highlight the contributions from role players like Will Wagner, and discuss the evolving bullpen dynamics. To close out the show, Ed Jovanovski (24:20), former NHL defenceman and current Panthers broadcaster, joins the guys to discuss tonight's Leafs-Panthers matchup, the importance of the Atlantic Division race, and how injuries could impact Florida's playoff push.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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's show with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 5-2 victory over the Nationals to move above .500 for the first time in 2025. The guys break down Andrés Giménez' third home run in his first five games, Bowden Francis' first outing of the season, and George Springer's promising start to the year. Dan Shulman (24:50), play-by-play of the Blue Jays on Sportsnet, shares his view on Brendon Little's work out of the bullpen, how José Berríos can rebound from his rough Opening Day start, and the sustainability of Springer's hot start. Dan also weighs in on Will Wagner and Alan Roden's expectations in 2025, Davis Schneider's stats that matter, what's behind Anthony Santander's slow start, early returns of Alejandro Kirk hitting behind Giménez, and more! 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.
JD explains the thoughts and feelings surrounding the Blue Jays home opener. Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice, chats about Opening Day, underdiscussed storylines, who he thinks may be the Jays' fourth-best hitter, and March madness (6:00). Jon Morosi, MLB Network insider, talks about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s continued contract extension rumors, the fallacy of the Spring Training 'deadline', and the most important sticking points (36:00). Kevin Pillar, former Toronto Blue Jay and current Texas Ranger, chops it up about his memorable seasons with the Jays, deciding to push his retirement back, clubhouse dynamics, embracing the veteran role, and being an American-born athlete playing in Toronto (52:00). JD then reacts to a report that the Blue Jays made another offer to Guerrero Jr. and lays out a couple of his Jays bets and predictions (1:25:00).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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (4:12) ahead of tomorrow's MLB and Blue Jays opener. They discuss his expectations for the Jays' new additions, the team's rookies, Vladdy amidst the looming contract stalemate, and much more. Then, Alanna Rizzo of Foul Territory (30:35) joins the show to discuss how the rest of the MLB views the Blue Jays offseason moves, how the Dodgers can surpass last season and who - if anyone - can stop them.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.
Tim Kurkjian, Hembo, David Schoenfield and Buster preview the 2025 MLB season by drafting the winners of the AL MVP, NL MVP, AL Cy Young, NL Cy Young, AL Rookie of the Year, NL Rookie of the Year, AL Pennant, NL Pennant, and the team with the worst record. Then, Dan Shulman previews the Blue Jays, and Susan Slusser preview the Giants. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:10 Preseason Rumble w/ Tim, Dave, Hembo 50:25 Blue Jays preview w/ Dan Shulman 56:22 Giants preview w/ Susan Slusser 1:01:47 Sarah Langs 1:07:38 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tim Kurkjian, Hembo, David Schoenfield and Buster preview the 2025 MLB season by drafting the winners of the AL MVP, NL MVP, AL Cy Young, NL Cy Young, AL Rookie of the Year, NL Rookie of the Year, AL Pennant, NL Pennant, and the team with the worst record. Then, Dan Shulman previews the Blue Jays, and Susan Slusser preview the Giants. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:10 Preseason Rumble w/ Tim, Dave, Hembo 50:25 Blue Jays preview w/ Dan Shulman 56:22 Giants preview w/ Susan Slusser 1:01:47 Sarah Langs 1:07:38 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Ringer's Tate Frazier quickly airs his grievances with the sheer volume of "bubble" discourse (1:53), before talking with Noah Eagle of NBC Sports about calling the upcoming Big East tournament, MSG magic, Noah's Big East roots, as well as the NBA on NBC returning, calling Steph Curry's gold medal game at the Paris Olympics, and what Syracuse needs to do to get back on track (9:20). Finally, Tate makes his picks for the first wave of conference tournaments, including ASUN, Missouri Valley, Big Sky, Big South, WCC, and more, before pointing out the games to watch this weekend (41:27), and closing the show with some shoutouts, including Texas A&M toppling no. 1 Auburn, Jay Bilas and Dan Shulman jumping ship to call the SEC tournament, and Rick Pitino's appearance on 'The Tonight Show' (51:41). Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Noah Eagle Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show by discussing their first impressions of Daulton Varsho's 2025 spring training debut, how the Blue Jays should structure their batting lineup, whether Max Scherzer can fine-tune his pitches before the season begins, and who should start in center field on Opening Day. Next up, Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman (25:01) joins the show to talk about Bo Bichette's first home run of the spring, how the team will build their lineup, and who will make the Opening Day roster.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.
Will is joined by Dan Shulman to chat about Cooper Flagg's freshman year at Duke, how his hype compares to past prospects like Zion Williamson, and interesting names to consider for the second round of the upcoming NBA draft. They also dive into Dan's legendary broadcasting career, from covering Team Canada at the Olympics to calling NBA games featuring LeBron and Kobe, working with Hubie Brown, and unforgettable moments like the Mark McGwire/Sammy Sosa home run chase and the backstory of the Kyle Singler play.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The NFL Playoffs are just days away, with Super Wild Card Weekend bringing three days of playoff action - ahead of the games, Donnovan takes a mini tour of the league and visits with three colleagues on their NFL allegiances. First, Uncrowned founder and MMA reporter Ariel Helwani (3:27) dishes on his Bills fandom and why Josh Allen should be the unequivocal MVP, and also discusses Netflix taking their first foray into the WWE. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Arash Madani (33:06) chats about his Vikings fandom and what might happen in the near future for Sam Darnold. Plus, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (1:03:02) stops by to chat how he became a Packers fan, how college sports (both football and basketball) are ever-changing, and shares some thoughts on how the Blue Jays off-season continues to unfold. 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 three Nick and Phil admire Jay Bilas and Dan Shulman's shirts and miss Bill Walton at the same time. We play and react to some Dabo Swinney sound. We take a look at a Twitter battle between Matt Jones and Lachlan McLean with a little smooth Jazz. Would The UFL work in Louisville. Nick wants a station Thanksgiving. Some texts and UofL hoops talk too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD starts with his rapid fire thoughts before bringing on Jeff Saturday, former NFL quarterback, Colts Hall of Famer and ESPN NFL analyst. Jeff breaks down the New York Jets' disaster, Aaron Rodgers' ultimatum, if the NFL's lacking true contenders, development of young quarterbacks like Anthony Richardson, and the sanctity of locker-rooms (5:00). Colby Armstrong, former NHL winger and Sportsnet NHL analyst, joins JD to chat about sports debates on social media and clean versus dirty hits in the modern NHL (31:00). Dan Shulman, Sportsnet Blue Jays and ESPN broadcaster, discusses Cooper Flagg's stock, strengths and specialness as the projected first overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft (53:00). Dan also tells JD what's at the top of his Blue Jays wish list. To end the show, the Most Outstanding Player on the Grey Cup winning Toronto Argonauts, Nick Arbuckle, stops by to chat about the storybook ending to the Argos' season (1:19:00). 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.
ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (2:15) joins Blair and Barker to dive deep into Shohei Ohtani's 2024 campaign. Then, he reflects on what part ownership played in the White Sox' embarrassing year, the Tigers' streak and how serious to take the Guardians in October. Later, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (26:21) sets the stage for the Jays' weekend series against the Rays in Tampa, what to expect from Jonatan Clase's debut and rotation questions ahead of 2025.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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome in NHL Super Agent Pat Brisson (10:38) to take us behind the scenes of Sidney Crosby's extension negotiations, why Sid was always fixated on the $8.7M figure and his willingness to take a discount for the team to win. Then, on another client, John Tavares, a summer where he gave up the "C" and his ongoing talks with the Leafs to bring him back. Later, Dan Shulman (35:07) in Texas with the Jays speaks on Bo's return, Wagner being ruled out for the season and why Varsho's shoulder injury is worse than initially thought. 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.
Blair and Barker start with an update on Bo Bichette's rehab stint in Triple-A before they are joined by USA Today MLB insider Bob Nightengale (2:35). He shares which NL Wild Card result is best for MLB, the Astros' difficult Verlander decision, why Ohtani is a lock for NL MVP and playoff outlooks for NL teams. Finally, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (27:30) weighs in on the future of the bullpen, the plan for Davis Schneider and who of the 'new Jays' he expects to be on the roster in 2025.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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with Aaron Portzline of The Athletic (1:17) to reflect upon the life and legacy of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. They discuss the memories he has covering Johnny Hockey since he joined the Blue Jackets, the Gaudreau family's impact on the hockey community, and more. Then, Luke Fox (16:27) shares his own memories covering Johnny Hockey. Then, they discuss the Leafs interest on the winger market and if Max Pacioretty could be on his way to Toronto. Then, Dan Shulman (25:35) discuss the last couple of starts for Bowden Francis and what his ceiling could be, future expectations for some of the Jays newer faces, the potential September call-ups, when we could see Bo Bichette return to the field. 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.
Guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, plus they talk a tough Canada Basketball Olympic elimination loss with commentator Dan Shulman, who joins the show from Paris. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
In hour two, guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr chat with Olympic basketball commentator Dan Shulman (4:18) following yesterday's disappointing elimination loss for Canada to France, they go to the National Bank Open with Sportsnet Tennis' Ben Lewis (25:27), plus the boys note it's Sidney Crosby's birthday (40:23), and he still hasn't re-signed with the Penguins yet. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Salk tells his story of attending the ESPY's before asking if the Angels should fold up because they're an absolute unserious joke of a franchise. Cal Raleigh goes deep from BOTH sides of the plate for the second time in three days and we hear more from Dan Bylsma on what to expect from Kraken & Shane Wright in one comment than we learned from Hakstol in three years, and revisit the conversation with Dan Shulman.
It's Thursday so we get a fresh batch of 'Here's the Thing' app messages for Brock & Salk to play and laugh along with before the guys are joined by Blue Jays broadcaster Dan Shulman to discuss the Vladdy Jr and Bo Bichette trade potential.
We go over the 22nd most intriguing Seahawk on our list. Then, we discuss Dan Shulman telling is Vlad Guerrero Jr probably isn't an option at the trade deadline. Plus, Justin and Salk have another edition of Ranked for you.
Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from A's Cast Live during the first half of the season. He was joined by: A's All-Star, Mason Miller (1:40) A's Reliever, Tyler Ferguson (10:55) A's Reliever, Trevor Gott (17:55) JJ Cooper of Baseball America (33:45) Astros Broadcaster, Julia Morales (55:55) Former A's Outfielder, Josh Reddick (1:08:09) Royals Hall of Famer, Ned Yost (1:21:10) A's Infielder, Abraham Toro (1:33:05) Ryan Spilborghs (1:41:20) A's Reliever, T.J. McFarland (2:01:00) A's Shortstop, Max Schuemann (2:11:23) Dan Shulman (2:21:00) Mark Mulder (2:28:20) Doug Glanville (2:47:47) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this latest episode of Baseball Tonight, Buster Olney and MLB Broadcaster Karl Ravech joins the podcast from Seoul Korea, immediately following the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres game, to share his initial thoughts on both teams! Paul Hembo jumps on to talk about the winners and losers of the Blake Snell contract signing. Next up, Dan Shulman, play-by-play announcer for the Toronto Blue Jays shares his team preview! Then, play-by-play announcer Greg Brown of the Pittsburgh Pirates gives his team preview! Later, Buster answers Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Latest MLB News 03:50 Karl Ravech 21:10 Paul Hembo 40:00 Blue Jays Team Preview 55:10 Pittsburgh Pirates Team Preview 01:06:44 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices