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Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off, discussing the Blue Jays extending President Mark Shapiro to a 5-year deal and why he deserved the commitment from the team. Then, after making a move to solve their issues between the pipes, Oilers Now Host Bob Stauffer joins the show (11:01) to break down the latest moves from GM Stan Bowman and company made to improve the team. They discuss whether Tristan Jarry is the upgrade the team needed, Stuart Skinner's tenure in Edmonton, the rationale for shipping out Brett Kulak, and much more. Then, it's a Friday Free For All! Justin and Jesse discuss a wide variety of topics around the sports world, including Victor Wembanyama returning for the NBA Cup, the best teams in the NFL, the big slates to keep an eye on this weekend, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Shi Davidi (0:51) live from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando. They discuss the differences this offseason from years past at the Meetings, Pete Alonso's big contract with the Orioles, whether Bo Bichette is still a realistic option to re-sign in Toronto, the Blue Jays' interest in Kyle Tucker, what to expect from the starting rotation in Toronto, and much more. Then, James Herbert joins the show (28:55) to discuss the Raptors' Quarter Final loss to the Knicks in the NBA Cup, potential Raptors trade scenarios, if Anthony Davis could work in Toronto, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick thing off with Frank Seravalli. They discuss the latest surrounding Quinn Hughes and if he could be a New Jersey Devil, what the Devils would need to do to make this happen, and more. Then, They discuss Habs top prospect Jacob Fowler getting called up to make his NHL debut against the Penguins tonight, how Montreal got to this point between the pipes, how different Canada's Olympic team will look from it's Four Nations Roster, Carter Hart's return to Philly tonight, and much more. Justin and Jesse end things off discussing the latest MLB free agent signings. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Matt Devlin (1:42) ahead of the Raptors' NBA Cup Quarter Final matchup against the New York Knicks. They discuss the team's play in the group games, what is on the line for the Raptors tonight, how Toronto's stars have adjusted and built themselves this season, why this is the biggest game for the Raptors in years, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse break down the Raptors' chances at the NBA Cup, if other sports should follow with a Cup of their own, and more. Then, they move on to the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando. They discuss the big signings of Diaz and Schwarber, what it means for the Blue Jays, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off discussing which sports teams had the biggest wins of the weekend. Then, Shayna Goldman joins the show (11:10) to discuss whether the teams currently in playoff spots will be able to maintain their position for the remainder of the season. They discuss if the Colorado Avalanche can make their mark in NHL history, the Ducks taking the next step in the west, and much more. Then, Super Bowl 50 Champion Ryan Harris joins the show (30:10) to discuss the latest news and storylines around the NFL. They chat about the most interesting results from Week 13, the current playoff races, if the Jaguars are being slept on, if Josh Allen could repeat as the MVP, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick off by discussing the NHL teams' positioning at the U.S. Thanksgiving mark. Then, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins the show (9:53) to go through the teams on the outside looking in, if Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini can lead their teams to the playoffs and if they will be in the Olympic roster for Canada, if Gavin McKenna will be the #1 pick this year, and much more. Then, Toronto Sceptres captain Blayre Turnbull joins the show (30:48). They discuss the start to the PWHL season, how she balances aiming for a deep PWHL playoff run with the Sceptres and trying to make Team Canada for the Olympics, and much more. Then, Ailish and Jesse continue to go through their thoughts on the current NHL teams in the hunt and which they think will fall out.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 things off with NHL insider Frank Seravalli (1:45). They kick things off discussing the Oilers' latest blowout and what it means for the defending Western Conference champs. They break down the differences between this and last year's roster, whether they will ever address the goaltending position, what to make of the Leafs' softness, and more. Then, Ailish and Jesse react to the breaking news that the Blue Jays have signed Dylan Cease to a long-term contract. Jeff Blair joins the show (27:58) to break down the news, and Jon Morosi stops by (52:18) to discuss what comes next for the Jays' offseason. 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 things off with Joseph Casciaro (1:15) to tee up tonight's Raptors game against the Cavs and discuss the team's hot start to the season. They discuss whether the Raps' play through their recent win streak is sustainable, if Darko Rajaković is a legitimate candidate for the Coach of the Year, the team's depth, and much more. Then, Jon Morosi joins the show (25:50) to discuss MLB free agency, the Jays' interest in Kyle Tucker, if Toronto could land a Japanese star this offseason, the Rangers and Mets blockbuster trade, and more. Ailish and Jesse wrap up with a look at a Blue Jays controversy in Japan.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 a special Monday afternoon edition of Jays Talk, Sho Alli takes a final look back at Game 7 of the World Series, and takes your texts on the ending for the 2025 Blue Jays. He chats with Daniele Franceschi (6:02), Jesse Rubinoff (27:24), Zach Worden (52:33), and Ian Harrison (1:19:21) to get their thoughts on the final game of the season, and to look ahead at what's next. They get into the future of Bo Bichette, whether or not Isiah Kiner-Falefa or Chris Bassitt (among others) will return, and what the starting rotation could look like in 2026, including specific free agents that could make an impact in Toronto. Plus, if there is a lockout looming in 2027, could the Jays spend more cash this coming offseason with the future of the sport a little more uncertain than usual? 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.
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss vs. the Royals to lose the series in Kansas City. They take your calls and texts, and get right to another game where the bats were completely shut down - what gives? Is more needed from not just Vladimir Guerrero Jr., but George Springer, Alejandro Kirk, and the rest of the order? They get to a few positives as well, including Daulton Varsho smashing his 19th home run of the year and Shane Bieber nabbing a quality start despite the loss, and discuss the roster moves that sent Chris Bassitt to the IL, Mason Fluharty back to the active roster, and José Berríos to the bullpen. 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 things off with Jamie Campbell (0:45) to tee up a big Jays series against the Rays with rookie Trey Yesavage on the mound. They discuss whether the team rushed their 2024 1st round pick and the excitement surrounding the Jays' top prospect, the Jays' comeback ability, and much more. Then, MLB Pipeline's Sam Dykstra joins the show (25:08) to tee up Trey Yesavage's MLB debut. They break down his progression through the minors, where his stuff ranks amongst top prospects in the sport, realistic expectations for his MLB debut, a look at the rest of the Jays farm system, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Shi Davidi following the Jays electric walk off win over the Astros. They discuss how the Jays were able to kick off the series with a win, Vladdy's electric throw, Shane Bieber continuing to prove himself since his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and much more. Then, Ailish and Jesse discuss the Jays bullpen in game 1 and what we can expect tonight. Then, live from Las Vegas at the NHL Players Media Tour, Luke Fox joins the show. They discuss Quinn Hughes comments to the media surrounding his future in Vancouver and playing with his brothers, the media frenzy surrounding McDavid's future, and much more. Ailish and Jesse end things off discussing Crosby's future. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with MLB Network's Jon Morosi following Bo Bichette landing on the IL. They discuss how Bichette's injury could affect the Jays in their playoff race in the final weeks of the season, the tight races around the league and more. Then, ahead of the Jays series opener against the Houston Astros, Ben Shulman joins the show. They discuss how the Jays will adapt without Bo for at least the next 10 days, how the Jays can fill the void, the importance of the series, the faith John Schneider and Pete Walker have in Jose Berrios, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss the latest reporting from the Raptors' negotiations with Kawhi in 2019. 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.
After a tough back and forth series for the Blue Jays against the Yankees, Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff welcome former pitcher and MLB Network radio analyst Jensen Lewis. They discuss how Jays fans should be feeling in the final stretch of the season, what it is like in a clubhouse during a playoff push in September, what it is like as a reliever when the bullpen is struggling, how bullpen performance affects the clubhouse, and more. Next, Justin and Jesse discuss the Yankees use of AI and if we will it have a larger impact in the sport, a recap of an electric week 1 of the NFL season, 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 affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Ben Shulman (1:25) ahead of the Jays series opener against the Chicago Cubs. They discuss the Jays' bullpen arms, what we can expect from Alek Manoah and Shane Bieber in their rehab assignments, and Trey Yesavage's promotion. Next, they discuss Andrés Giménez's return and who should be sent down as players return from injuries. Then, Ailish and Jesse go through the Canadian Athletes that have the biggest expectations heading into the year and break down each of their top five.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 things off with Jensen Lewis (2:40) of MLB Radio Network on SiriusXM to dive into the biggest storylines around the MLB. They discuss the Jays' tight win over the Dodgers last night to close out a three-game series, the Dodgers' pitching staff heading into the final stretch of the season and the playoffs, the Red Sox push, what is going on with the Yankees, the MVP Races, and much more. Then, with the NFL preseason well underway, Eric Williams joins the show (29:08) to break down the storylines that will shape the NFL season. They delve into some of the notable newcomers who have had their chance during the preseason so far, as well as some of the coaches in new roles around the league, who will challenge the Eagles for the Super Bowl this season, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Dan Shulman (1:44) ahead of Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw's heavyweight tilt. They discuss the matchup between the two future hall of fame pitchers and how each has looked so far this season, the Dodgers not looking like themselves recently, what to expect at Dodgers Stadium, and much more. Then, following Victoria Mboko's historic win at the National Bank Open, Sportsnet's Danielle Michaud (14:13) joins the show to discuss the scenes from Montreal, what she noticed from Mboko throughout the tournament, Osaka's reaction during the finals, and much more. Then, former Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar (32:31) joins the show ahead of the Dodgers series. They discuss what it is like to face off at the plate against Clayton Kershaw and how he has reinvented himself in the later stages of his career, if Toronto will carry momentum from their record setting series against the Rockies into their series against L.A., and more. Then, they discuss his time with the Blue Jays and what it was like as the team began to find major success, the different roles on contending teams, 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 affiliate.
After the Blue Jays' record-setting sweep against the Colorado Rockies, Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff are joined by Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (2:09). They discuss what fans can take away from the historic offensive performance, Shane Bieber's pathways back to the majors, the internal competition in the starting rotation, if a current Jays starter could find himself in the bullpen, and much more. Then, Adam Stanley joins the show (29:20) to tee up the FedEx Cup and the Canadians in the mix. They break down the new-look ranking system, take a look at the notable Canadians on both the men's and women's sides of the game, tee up the Rogers Charity Classic, and share some thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2. 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 things off with Jamie Campbell (0:45) following the Jays' 15-1 blowout win over the Rockies and ahead of Game 2 of the series. They discuss the atmosphere at Rogers Centre, what the Jays' postseason rotation might look like and Bo Bichette's importance to the team in his contract year. Then, Brandon Wile joins the show (26:50) to discuss the playoff race in the American League and who could end up in the postseason, the Brewers' dominance, an early MVP conversation, and much more. Later, following Victoria Mboko's rise to prominence at the National Bank Open and how she got to this stage, Ben Lewis of Match Point Canada joins the show (56:30) ahead of tomorrow's semi-final against Elena Rybakina. Finally, Ailish and Jesse go through the best Canadian athletes under 20. 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 things off with Rob Longley (3:37) to tee up the Blue Jays series against the Rockies. They discuss the teams new additions, who could potentially be the Jays' Game 1 playoff starter, Scherzer's recent stretch of play, the trust in the Jays' top bullpen arms including Hoffman, Bichette leading the way in hitting and how it could affect his next contract this offseason, and more. Then, with the NFL preseason underway, Cynthia Frelund (26:50) joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines around the league starting with the Micah Parsons trade request out of Dallas. They take a look into the early days of Ben Johnson with the Bears and what the expectations should be in his first season as a head coach, preseason playoff expectations for the AFC, and much more. Next, Mike Kelly (50:04) joins the show to discuss early predictions for Team Canada's 2026 Olympic roster following the 42-player orientation. They break down the goaltending options, the notable omissions, if Celebrini could make the roster, 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 affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Ben Shulman (1:54) ahead of the Blue Jays' series against the Kansas City Royals. They discuss the Jays' deadline additions, what to expect from the newest members of the roster, the risks of bringing in Shane Bieber and what to expect from Ty France. Then, we hear from Shane Bieber speaking to the media on his road back to the big leagues and joining the first-place Blue Jays' clubhouse. Later, live from the NBO, Mike McIntyre joins the show (26:56) to discuss the Canadians remaining at the NBO, the new generation of Canadian talent emerging, and much more. Finally, Ailish and Jesse discuss Micah Parsons's trade request from the Cowboys and the Canadian Olympic Men's and Women's National Hockey Team Orientation Camp invites. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (0:26). They get into the excitement surrounding the Blue Jays, their farm system's depth, and how the team might manage what could be a critical trade deadline. They discuss whether the Jays should prioritise acquiring a starting pitcher or a reliever, the market for both, and tee up the four-game series on the road against the Detroit Tigers. Later, Justin and Jesse recap the verdict of the 2018 Team Canada World Juniors Sexual assault trial.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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Chris Black (0:20) ahead of Game 3 of a critical three-game series against the Yankees. They discuss Vladdy's recent play, the pros and cons of his game and discuss what would constitute a successful season for the Jays' $500M player. Then, they get into what fans can expect from Jeff Hoffman's usage and how the bullpen can improve, potential trade deadline targets, and much more. Later, Ben Verlander joins the show (25:43) to discuss Shohei Ohtani''s dominance this season while rehabbing on a big-league mound. Finally, they look at the Jays and the other contenders around the league to discuss trade deadline targets, the Tigers' recent skid, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet 590 The FAN's Ben Shulman ahead of the second game against the Yankees. They discuss the Jays win in the first game of the series, how the they've found ways to win ballgames, how Toronto should approach bringing in players at the deadline, the needs on both sides of the ball, what to expect from Max Scherzer, and much more. Then, following his announcement that he will be retiring following the NBO, Vasek Pospisil joins the show. They discuss his decision to retire, the highlights of his career including representing his country, the changes to the game, 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 affiliate.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (2:32) ahead of a major three-game series for the Blue Jays against the Yankees. They discuss each team's approach to the series, the Jays' trade deadline targets, and more. Then, they discuss Eric Lauer's rise to prominence for Toronto and his newfound importance ahead of the deadline. Later, following a historic performance from Scottie Scheffler at the Open, Adam Stanley joins the show (26:15). They discuss Scheffler's inevitability and whether his dominance is good for the sport, how the tournament unfolded, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with the news out of Toronto that the Leafs have acquired Dakota Joshua from the Vancouver Canucks. Then, Kevin Barker joins the show (8:53) to share his thought's on the MLB All-Star Game and Home Run Derby, if he is buying into the Jays' hot streak before the break, and how the team can stack up against the rest of the AL East ahead of the deadline. Then, NHLPA Executive Director Marty Walsh (26:10) joins the show fresh off of ratifying a new CBA with the NHL. They discuss how the process works behind closed doors, the success of the Four Nations, how he measures the success of the league, and more. Then, they discuss the rising cap and how it will change the landscape of new contracts in the NHL, what has changed in the relationship between the NHL and the PA, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off Hour 2 by welcoming in Aaron Rose (0:45) to dive into the Raptors Summer League performance so far. They discuss if a Summer League title is a legitimate possibility, the mentality and coaching decisions that we have seen from Darko Rajaković and company, first impressions of Collin Murray-Boyles, if Bobby Webster could be the Raps' next president, and more. Then, live from the Smoothie King Center, Aaron Bronsteter joins the show to tee up UFC 318 (25:40). They discuss what to expect from Holloway vs. Porier in the latter's retirement fight, if we will see a fight at the White House, what is next for Tom Aspinall, and more. They end off the show discussing the Leafs trading for Dakota Joshua and their opinions on the current forward group following the departure of Mitch Marner. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (3:13). They discuss how he is approaching his first offseason as a member of the Capitals following a stellar debut season, playing with Ovechkin amidst the Gr8 Chase, and what it was like to play at the Bell Centre in the postseason. Then, he shares his thoughts on his chances to make the Canadian Olympic team following a Four-Nations snub. Later, Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković joins the show (26:30) from Las Vegas to discuss the team's performance and mentality throughout the NBA Summer League. They discuss the Raptors' young talent, his first impressions of Collin Murray-Boyles, what Brandon Ingram brings to the squad, if he thinks the Raptors will make the playoffs this season, how Masai Ujiri impacted his career, his growth as a coach, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off Hour 2 with Mark Immelman (0:30) to tee up The Open at Royal Portrush. They discuss the uniqueness of the course and the tough conditions in Ireland, Scheffler's viral comments about his mentality surrounding the sport and how it has helped him reach the pinnacle of Golf, Rory McIlroy's motivation heading into Portrush, and much more. Then, they discuss the NHL schedule release and the notable dates to look out for, review the 2025 MLB All-Star Game and the implementation of the ABS, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff welcome MLB insider Bob Nightengale to the show (4:30) to discuss how contending teams will approach the deadline at the all-star break. They discuss the possibility of Bo Bichette being dealt and who Toronto could realistically target. Then, they look to the other top teams around the MLB and what they are missing ahead of the deadline, who could be major sellers, and much more. Later, the Athletic's Shayna Goldman joins the show (26:55) to discuss how the Canadian teams have fared throughout the offseason so far, the post-Marner era for Toronto, the Habs' youth movement, how she expects the Atlantic to shape up, and much more. Finally, they discuss how the Oilers can get back to the Cup Finals and more importantly get over the hump, what Isaac Howard will bring to the team, the Flames' stagnant offseason, the Penguins trade today and who could be on the move, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off by breaking down the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Class. They discuss Alexander Mogilny finally getting the call, the biggest omissions and more. Then, following her call to the HHOF, Jen Botterill joins the show (9:22)! They discuss where she was when she got the call from Lanny McDonald, reflect upon her legendary hockey career, her upbringing in the sport, and much more. Justin and Jesse end things off discussing Brad Marchand's future.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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with James Herbert (1:15) of CBS Sports following an incredible NBA Finals Game 7 with the Thunder being crowned as the NBA champions. They discuss how Tyrese Haliburton's injury affected how the game will be remembered, Sam Presti's job building a championship team for the present and the future, and what the future has in store for the Thunder. Then, Alanna Rizzo joins the show (29:03) to discuss the biggest storylines around the league. They discuss the wild card races around the league, Cal Raleigh's historic season so far, if the Tigers will go all-in at the trade 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Frank Seravalli live from Edmonton ahead of game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final (0:35). They discuss how Game 1 played out, Vasily Podkolzin's emergence on the biggest stage, Jake Walman's journey and growth over the past few seasons, and more. Then, they discuss what Sam Bennett will earn on the open market, the Stars moving on from Pete DeBoer, and much more. Later, NBC's Kurt Helin joins the show (26:23) to recap a shocking comeback victory for the Pacers over the Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA finals. They discuss the Canadian stars taking centre stage, whether there is a coaching mismatch in the series, Pascal Siakam's continued underappreciation, the changing of the guard in the NBA, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Stars analyst Brien Rea (10:00) ahead of a pivotal Game 4 between Dallas and the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss how the Stars have been able to create offence against the Oilers, Edmonton's defence and goaltending, how the Stars can even the series, and much more. Then, Nick Ashbourne (28:05) joins the show to discuss the Jays' .500 level play this season, Bo Bichette's performance at the plate, if we are seeing the best version of Daulton Varsho, Jeff Hoffman's value in the bullpen, 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.
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 walk-off win over the Tigers at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get to big moments from both Ernie Clement and Alejandro Kirk - did AJ Hinch make a key mistake in walking Anthony Santander to get to Clement? How hard was it for Alejandro Kirk to come off the bench to deliver his game-tying pinch-hit RBI single? They also get into Nathan Lukes throwing out Gleyber Torres at second base, the piggyback start from Eric Lauer and Yariel Rodríguez, and the bullpen at-large holding it down long enough for the bats to deliver a win. 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 New York Post MLB Insider, Jon Heyman (2:07). They break down the Blue Jays and Vladdy ending the drama and committing to one another for the next 14 seasons. Then, they discuss how the contract came to be, how Toronto's front office has handled the situation, Mark Shapiro's future, and much more! Ailish and Justin close out by discussing Alex Ovechkin's record-setting goal and what comes next for the Great 8 and the Caps.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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off with their thoughts on the Blue Jays' 12-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Opening Day and whether or not Jays Nation should be overreacting after a morose start to the 2025 season. They shift gears to the ice with 32 Thoughts' Kyle Bukauskas (10:08), who sets the stage for Brad Marchand's Panthers debut tonight against the Utah Hockey Club and looks at the playoff picture in both conferences with 10-odd games remaining in the regular season. Later, Fox Sports MLB analyst Ben Verlander (25:45) shares his takeaways from the Jays' opener, what to expect from the AL East this season, Vladdy Jr's contract drama, why Shohei Ohtani is poised for an even bigger season than his monster 2024 campaign and who - if anyone - is stopping the Dodgers from going back-to-back.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.
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 Spring Training win over the Phillies in Dunedin! They take your texts, and get right to the monster home run from Bo Bichette - is he on track to get back to his previous self from before 2024? They discuss another home run from Daulton Varsho, a second straight great start from Max Scherzer, and the bullpen looking much better early on. Plus, what should the team do with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff start the show chatting about where the Blue Jays stand as we approach spring training. Then, the guy's welcome EJ Hradek (9:20) on to discuss the Montreal Canadiens rise, goaltending at the Four Nations Face-Off, and much more. Afterwards, they welcome Fox Sports MLB Analyst Ben Verlander to the show (33:00). Verlander provides his perspective on the Jays finishing second place to the Dodgers in their chase of stars, if signing Pete Alonso would change the Jays' outlook, the Dodgers monumental payroll, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off discussing Canada's WJC exit. Then, Dan Murphy joins the show to discuss the Canucks performance against the Kraken last night, if Thatcher Demko's health puts his future with the Canucks in jeopardy, if the drama in the Canucks locker room is overblown, Quinn Hughes Norris Trophy case, and much more. (4:55) Next, Ailish and Jesse go through their 2025 sports predictions before welcoming Steven Ellis to discuss Team Canada's early WJC exit, what went wrong, notable prospects at the WJC, and much more. (25:25) They finish the show off with the rest of their bold sports predictions for the season. (49:43) 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 things off recapping the holidays before welcoming in Frank Seravalli (4:01) for his first appearance on the show of the year. They discuss Matthews' injury and if LTIR could be an option for the Leafs, the Rangers continuing to falter and who could be on the way out of the Big Apple, the drama in Vancouver between Pettersson and Miller, the Four Nations, and much more. Then, Katie Heindl (31:07) joins the show to discuss what a healthy Raptors team looks like, tee up the Celtics/Timberwolves and 76ers/Warriors matchups, SGA's MVP Case, and much more. (49:51) 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.
Jesse Rubinoff kicks off the show with Ailish Forfar live from Chicago to tee up the Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. They discuss the scenes in Chicago ahead of Blues matchup against the Blackhawks, Alex Ovechkin closing in on Wayne Gretzky's goal record, the Blue Jays missing out on more top free agents targets after losing out on Juan Soto, and much more! Then, Producer David Ciss joins Jesse to grade how the Toronto sports teams fared in 2024 and give their biggest predictions for 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.
MLB Network's Robert Flores joins Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff to discuss the MLB League Championship Series (6:00). They discuss the Dodgers' vulnerabilities, the Mets' pathway to victory and tee up tonight's contest between the Guardians and Yankees. Next, Brian Lawton (27:31) joins the show to discuss the brawl at the Sabres' practice between Peyton Krebs and Rasmus Dahlin. Then, they break down the Oilers' slow start to the season, the Devils' success early on, Utah's growth, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff welcome Scott Miller (6:26) to break down who has impressed the most this MLB postseason, the likability factor of the New York Mets, the Padres chances against the Dodgers with Yu Darvish on the mound, and much more. Then, Rob Rossi (26:31) joins the show to tee up tonight's matchup between the Penguins and Red Wings. They discuss the Penguins' home opener, Crosby kicking off his 20th season in the NHL, the state of the team's goaltending and defence, 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Craig Simpson to tee up tonight's Leafs/Habs opening game. They discuss Joseph Woll landing on IR ahead of the season opener, the expectations for the Leafs this season, the team's depth, and more. Then, they discuss the expectations for Habs rookie Lane Hutson, where the scoring will come from in Montreal and whether the Habs blue-line is a strength for the team. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's David Amber ahead of the start of the NHL regular season (In North America). He shares his season predictions and discusses how McDavid will follow up on his Cup Final loss last season, the Senators' playoff chances, what to expect from Utah, and much more! Then, the guys welcome ESPN's Jesse Rogers (28:20) to the show to discuss the MLB playoff rivalries heating up, tee up game 3 of the Padres and Dodgers tonight and break down the Tigers' performance in the postseason. 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.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with head coach of Utah HC André Tourigny (0:52) ahead of their inaugural NHL game tomorrow evening. They discuss his expectations for the team, moving to Utah and the decision to name Clayton Keller the franchise's first captain. Then, Ben Verlander joins the show (13:00) to discuss MLB postseason action over the weekend - a chaotic game 2 between the Dodgers and Padres, the Mets and Phillies going back and forth and much more. Finally, Kyle Bukauskas (27:35) tees up the NHL regular season and weighs in on the Habs rebuild, the Oilers' path back to the Cup Finals 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 affiliate.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Shayna Goldman (11:07) to recap the first NHL regular season game in Prague between the Sabres and Devils. She shares her predictions for the 2024-2025 NHL season and discusses Sheldon Keefe behind the bench in New Jersey, the Bruins' goaltending situation, why Utah is a breakout candidate and much more. Then, MLB insider Bob Nightengale (25:57) joins the program to discuss the Mets announcing Kodai Senga as their starting pitcher for Game 1 against the Phillies, the pressure the Phillies are facing to win the World Series, the Tigers' path to success, and more. Then, to end things off, Justin and Jesse discuss the MLB playoff series they expect to be the most exciting this weekend and tee up UFC 307.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 Athletic's Rob Rossi, who has covered Sidney Crosby from Day 1, joins Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff to discuss Crosby's contract extension, why he was always destined to stay a Penguin and his personality away from the cameras (10:50). Later, Shi Davidi (33:22) on whether the Jays will now be less aggressive in the off-season, the pros and cons of Bo Bichette returning (possibly) to the lineup and what to expect from Bowden Francis this week with Francis' catcher - Brian Serven - being DFA'd today. 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.