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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley's press conference earlier today. They break down the biggest takeaways from the CEO of MLSE's address, Shanahan's departure, what he expects the team to do in the offseason, 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.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' availability from today's locker room cleanout day press conferences. They get into Craig Berube's reflection and evaluate his first year behind the Leafs' bench, the pressure baked into the Toronto market, Auston Matthews staying quiet on his injury status and Brendan Shanahan's future with the franchise. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox joins the show (37:55) to share his takeaways from the team's availability today and discuss potential imminent changes at the top, Anthony Stolarz's injury and the growing narrative surrounding Leafs fans and media.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 continue to dissect the end of the Maple Leafs' season and where it leaves the organization as they try to move forward. After a few texts from listeners, the hosts focus on what this team faces in the offseason and how to navigate the “change” that so many seem to want. B&B bring on Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff to discuss the history that haunts this team. They dive into the past decisions that are still playing into their postseason shortcomings and how to potentially correct them. Sportsnet's own Luke Fox (28:05) also stops by on the heels of Game 7 to share his take on the pressure and “noise” around this team. The trio reflect on the fan reaction in Scotiabank Arena, the future of the “core", and what should be on the table to create a better “culture”. 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 opens the show with his thoughts ahead of a pivotal Game 6 for the Maple Leafs down in Florida, before being joined by Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, to discuss how this series has swung towards the Panthers, Auston Matthews' underwhelming playoff performances throughout his career, how the Leafs can even the series and bring it back to Toronto for Game 7, what lineup changes could give them the best chance, and what it all means for Mitch Marner's future (00:00). Later, JD breaks down the latest Blue Jays' loss to the Rays, the inconsistencies on the mound for Kevin Gausman, and Anthony Santander at the plate (47:33). Then, Sportsnet hockey analyst Jason Bukala joins JD to continue the conversation on the Leafs-Panthers series including how Florida has found their momentum after two early losses, what the Leafs can do to get back on their game, and the difference between skill and will in the postseason (51:49). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:30:54).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 affiliates.
Ben and Brent continue to preview the now best-of-three series between the Maple Leafs and Panthers. The hosts get into how crucial this Game 5 is for both teams and if there is any panic to make line-up changes. The duo welcome on Sportsnet's own Luke Fox, who has been covering the series, for his insight on what we should expect. The trio chat about the home advantage Toronto should hold, what the game plan is, and how pivotal tonight is for Auston Matthews, not just for the series, but perhaps for his career. The a.m. boys continue the conversation with NHL Network's Mike Kelly (28:58). They get into the captain's numbers from the series and discuss if a breakout performance could be coming, before looking into the game plan that works best for Toronto. Mike also takes some time to discuss the difference between regular season and playoff hockey, as well as Mikko Rantanen's dominance this 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 affiliates.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Luke Fox (1:41) live from the Sunshine State ahead of Game 3 between the Leafs and Panthers. They break down the Panthers' resolve and how they have dealt with adversity throughout their last couple of playoff runs, how the Leafs have changed their style on and off the ice this season, Willy's lucky suit, a Stolarz update, and more. Then, ahead of an electric series between the Jets and Stars, Luke Gazdic joins the show (27:58). They start by discussing the similarities between the Oilers and Leafs before moving on to the West, where they get into how the Jets can stop Rantanen, the Jets' depth scoring, playoff superstitions, 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports including an explosive night from Mikko Rantanen (3:00), they talk the Leafs going up 2-0 over the Panthers as Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (26:24) joins the show, plus they discuss how the Canucks can improve their top six forward group this off-season (44:00). 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.
We talk to Luke Fox about Game 2 of the Leafs/Panthers series. The Leafs have taken a 2-0 series lead and they did it without their starting goaltender. We find out what Leafs players have stepped up outside of the "Leafs Core". The Green Zone
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 2 between the Leafs and Florida Panthers. They get into the news that Anthony Stolarz has been ruled out, Joseph Woll's outlook and how the Leafs should respond to Sam Bennett. Then, they discuss how Aaron Ekblad's return changes the matchup, power play adjustments, and William Nylander's strong postseason so far. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (34:15) lays out the stakes in Game 2 before sharing his thoughts on the team's mindset on Bennett, Auston Matthews' scoring struggles and the blue line's offensive production.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 open the final hour looking back on Game 1 between the Maple Leafs and Panthers alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox! He offers his thoughts on Sam Bennett's blindside hit on Anthony Stolarz, if he will face a suspension, and the netminder's status going forward in the series. Luke also chats about Toronto's impressive first period was and how they can build on that going forward, before diving into how to attack Sergei Bobrovsky. Two-time Stanley Cup champion and former Panther and Leaf, Dave Bolland (27:17), joins the show to share his view on Bennett's collision with Stolarz and the potential fallout. He also takes some time to reflect on how playoff hockey differs from the regular season and what made him step up his game in those moments, before sharing his memories of playing with Morgan Rielly. Ben and Brent close out the day with some final thoughts on Joseph Woll's place in the Leafs' net going forward. 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.
To break down a busy night of potential series deciding matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert whip around the league starting with the Edmonton Oilers. Mark Spector (1:33) discusses Calvin Pickard's play between the pipes and how the team has turned things around with Evander Kane. Then, Brien Rea (14:27) joins the show to break down the Dallas Stars' path to the second round and how the Colorado Avalanche will keep their season alive. Luke Fox (26:27) discuss what to expect from the Leafs and their goaltending. Finally, to wrap things up, Gary Lawless (37:31) looks at how the Vegas Golden Knights can close things out against the Minnesota Wild. 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.
During Hour 1 Sportsnet's Luke Fox joined the show discussing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 we were joined by Sportsnet's Luke Fox and our Thursday co-host, former NHLer Ladislav Smid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben and Brent continue the hockey talk with full focus on Game 5 between the Maple Leafs and Senators. The hosts bring on Sportsnet's own Luke Fox to help preview the game and talk about what needs to go right, or maybe who has to step up, if Toronto hopes to close out the series and move on to the next round. The trio also get into Anthony Stolarz' job ahead in net, the state of the top line, and if "Chief" will make any lineup changes ahead of tonight's game. Next B&B check in with two-time Stanley Cup winner, former NHL head coach and current Sportsnet analyst, Derek Lalonde (26:55). He weighs in on the "Battle of Ontario" and "Battle of Florida" as both series have reached a 3-1 boiling point, before taking a closer look at the officiating in each.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 continue to tee up Game 2 between the Maple Leafs and Senators. The hosts welcome on Sportsnet's own Luke Fox to discuss how confident Toronto fans should be about a repeat dominant performance tonight and that Anthony Stolarz will be in net to start the contest. The trio also dive into the bounce back effort they expect from Ottawa, along with how officiating could play a role in tonight's game. To end today's show, the duo check in with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli (24:13) on the road for the playoffs. Frank shares what he's seeing across the first round, the biggest surprises so far, the officiating league wide, and the Canucks situation after some pointed comments from the team's president. 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 gives his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' impressive win over the Senators in the renewed "Battle of Ontario" playoff matchup (00:00). Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, breaks down the atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena, Toronto's discipline under Craig Berube amidst the animosity, Leafs' efficiency on the power play, Mitch Marner's effectiveness against the Sens, and the impact from the fourth line (06:12). After the break, JD takes a look at some Blue Jays concerns following a weekend series loss against the Mariners (45:12). Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, joins the show to continue the conversation around the Leafs' Game 1 victory, Sens coach Travis Green's post-game comments, fallout from the Ridly Greig crosscheck on John Tavares, Toronto's advantage on the blue line, and the advantage of experience for the Maple Leafs (51:02). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:22:29). 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), including the final Canucks game of the season and what to expect from this off-season (6:00), plus they break down what could be the most interesting first round playoff series with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (29:01). 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.
Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome Sportsnet.ca Leafs insider Luke Fox in-studio to help tee up Toronto's final game of the regular season against the Detroit Red Wings. They discuss how the Leafs approach the zero-stakes matchup before making their playoff lineup projections. They get into the options at 2LW, where Max Domi fits best and a different feeling for the core under Craig Berube. Later, they ask burning Battle of Ontario questions including who will be the most hated figure in the series, the biggest storylines, x-factors, the nightmare-scenario for each team and the potential consequences if the Leafs lose the series.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.
Mike Schopp and The Bulldog talk to Writer for Sportsnet Luke Fox before the Sabres take on the Maple Leafs and what his expectations are for Toronto in the playoffs this year.
Mike Schopp and The Bulldog talk to Luke Fox of Sportsnet on the State of the Toronto Maple Leaf's and his View on the Sabres from an outside perspective. Also Schopp and Bulldog talk about the 2025 NFL Draft
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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning hit the final hour of the day with their focus squarely on the Maple Leafs as they head to Buffalo to face off against the Sabres. They enlist the help of Sportsnet's own Luke Fox to discuss the possibility of wrapping up winning the Atlantic Division tonight and securing a first round match-up with their provincial rivals, the Ottawa Senators. Next, they welcome on Leafs historian, Damien Cox of The Star (23:25). Before the hockey talk, the trio re-visit The Masters and Rory McIlroy's compelling win. They close with a chat about which Leafs player should be viewed as the team's regular season MVP. 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.
The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour of Wednesday as Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning dive deep into two of Toronto's teams. First up, the hosts take a closer look at the Maple Leafs with Sportsnet's own Luke Fox, who's still in Florida following yesterday's matchup with the Panthers. The trio share their takeaways from an all too familiar loss to the Cats and discuss if we'll see a bounce back tonight against the Lightning as Toronto looks to distance themselves atop the Atlantic. Later on, Ben and Brent turn their attention to the Blue Jays alongside MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (23:30). Keegan checks in from Boston to chat about how the Jays claimed the first two games at Fenway Park, the emergence of Easton Lucas, Toronto's starting pitching prowess, George Springer's solid start to the season, and Anthony Santander's early struggles. 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), they talk last night's disastrous Canucks home loss to the Kraken (6:00), plus the boys discus the top stories from around the NHL with Sportsnet's Luke Fox (27:24). 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.
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss Anthony Stolarz's struggles against the Florida Panthers this season, before welcoming in Luke Fox! He weighs in on the Leafs' goaltending situation, Mitch Marner's pursuit of 100 points, and Craig Berube's efforts to massage minutes for Marner and Auston Matthews. Afterwards, Keegan Matheson (25:07) joins the show to chat about the Blue Jays' offensive upside, Bo Bichette's staying power in the leadoff spot, Will Wagner's usage at third base, early returns on the Jays' pitching staff, and the viability of deploying Yariel Rodriguez as a late-game setup man. 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.
Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, joins JD to chat about what the Leafs have left to figure out down the stretch of the season (4:00). JD and Luke get into the success of the Leafs' second line from their win over the Philadelphia Flyers, John Tavares' longevity and value, and Scott Laughton's fit in Toronto. JD then outlines a version of the Leafs lines that he'd like to see the team try (30:00). JD then breaks news of Alphonso Davies' injury (40:00). Blue Jays reporter Arden Zwelling joins JD in-studio to discuss Bo Bichette's upcoming season, expectations for George Springer, which Jay that didn't make the major league roster could be the first to join the team, and important factors to start the season (50:00).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.
The FAN Morning Show goes into its final hour dissecting two Toronto teams at different, pivotal points of their seasons. First up, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning check in with Sportsnet's own Leafs reporter, Luke Fox! They dive into the remaining schedule for Toronto that will feature a battle for the Atlantic Division, before discussing why tonight could be a Scott Laughton “revenge” game against his former team that could help him find his footing with the Blue and White. To close today's show, the hosting duo are joined by MLB Network's Matt Vasgersian (28:32) ahead of tomorrow's "baseball eve". The trio preview the start of the season and make their projections for the Blue Jays, the American League East, and the World Series favourite Dodgers.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.
The FAN Morning Show goes into its final hour of the day with the focus fully on hockey. Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning take a look at the standings, weigh the Maple Leafs' upcoming schedule, and debate what we can learn about them as they face off against some of the league's top dogs. Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli joins the conversation to share his view on how Toronto fits into the NHL landscape. In the backend of the hour, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (27:22) dives into Auston Matthews' captain-like performance Monday night against Calgary, how the Leafs are shaping up down the lineup, and how important this home stretch is for the team heading into the playoffs. 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.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 6-2 win over the Calgary Flames to snap their losing streak. They get into Auston Matthews' two-goal performance, a 3/3 night from the power play, Nick Robertson making up for a couple of bad penalties, Max Domi's strong stretch and much more. Later, Sportsnet.ca Leafs insider Luke Fox (31:37) shares his thoughts on the game before discussing the battle for the starting goalie job, what the bottom six might look like in the playoffs and what to expect in their Wednesday matchup against a surging Avalanche 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 affiliates.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by reacting to Aaron Ekblad's 20-game suspension for PEDs. Then, they debate the recent news surrounding Mitch Marner's future in Toronto after refusing to waive his NTC in a potential Rantanen trade before welcoming in Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (9:38). He shares his thoughts on the Marner situation, how Carlo and Laughton performed in their Leafs debuts, and much more. Then, Utah Hockey Club GM Bill Armstrong joins the show (29:55). He discusses his team's philosophy at the NHL trade deadline, what to expect from Josh Doan playing against his father's new team, his first year in Utah, 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 Justin Cuthbert begin the show with analysis on the Dallas Stars acquiring and signing Mikko Rantanen from the Carolina Hurricanes. Then, Jennifer Botterill stops by to survey some of earlier trade action on NHL Trade Deadline Day in Canadian markets (3:50) including the Winnipeg Jets adding Brandon Tanev and Luke Schenn, Scott Laughton heading home to Toronto, the Ottawa Senators swapping Josh Norris for Dylan Cozens in a deal with the Buffalo Sabres, and Brady Tkachuk's emotional reaction to his teammate and good friend exiting Ottawa. Afterwards, the duo turns their attention to the Central Division to size up the Colorado Avalanche's new look offence, that now features Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle, in comparison to Dallas' group. Sportsnet's Luke Fox checks in from Denver, Colorado to breakdown the Maple Leafs move for Laughton, what the Oakville, Ontario native will bring to the lineup and locker room, and whether Brad Treliving needs to turn his attention to the blueline.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.
In hour two, Mike & Jason chat with ESPN Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson (2:13) regarding some big news yesterday regarding DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, plus the boys discuss the latest NHL trade deadline news with Sportsnet's Luke Fox (27:13). 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.
Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill recap Toronto's ugly 5-2 loss in Vegas. As the clock ticks towards Friday's 3 PM ET trade deadline, the boys through the latest news & notes linked to the Leafs. Also, Luke Fox, Sportsnet's Leafs beat reporter, drops by for a chat.
Sportsnet's Leafs beat reporter joined Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to break down 5-2 loss in Vegas + look ahead to the trade deadline.
The FAN Morning Show goes into its final hour talking hockey as the countdown to Friday's 3:00 pm NHL Trade Deadline continues. Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start with full focus on the Maple Leafs, who embark on another road trip after last night's loss at home to the Sharks. The hosts bring on Sportsnet's own Luke Fox to share his view on the team as currently constructed and which players could influence the moves GM Brad Treliving could make. Is a big swing possible? Later, the boys check in with former NHLer and current NBC Sports California analyst, Jason Demers (30:20). After being on the call for last night's Sharks-Leafs clash, "JD Love" offers his outside take on Toronto's team, what they should add at the deadline, and if there's anyone on the Sharks that suits their needs. 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.
Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee kick off the week with a look back on the Leafs' pair of wins over the weekend. Then, they look ahead to Friday's trade deadline and discuss the Leafs' need for blue-line help, the Panthers acquiring Seth Jones from the Blackhawks, Matthew Tkachuk's move to LTIR, Toronto's tradeable pieces and more. Later, after climbing some franchise records lists this weekend, they chat about how the Core Four is viewed in the context of Leafs' history. Finally, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (34:32) helps tee up the team's game against the San Jose Sharks tonight and weighs in on Brad Treliving's mindset approaching 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.
The FAN Morning Show rolls on with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning taking a closer look at the NHL schedule and how poised the Maple Leafs are to win the Atlantic Division. The hosts welcome Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff ahead of the trade deadline to discuss what teams could be looking to upgrade, what names stand out on the trade board, and how Toronto factors in. Later, Ben and Brent dive deeper into the state of the Leafs with Sportsnet's own Luke Fox, who has adopted Boston as his new home in the past week (26:18). They reflect on last night's overtime victory with thoughts on Mitch Marner's continued great play post-4 Nations, the possible injuries Toronto suffered, the blueline's off night, and Anthony Stolarz' strong performance despite giving up four goals. The latter three topics lead the trio to discuss the fast approaching trade deadline and what the team could use to make sure they are equipped for a deep playoff run. 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 starts the week lingering, big-picture thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off; growing the game, Sidney Crosby, and Mitch Marner (00:00). Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter and co-host of At the Letters, Arden Zwelling, checks-in from Spring Training down in Dunedin, Florida (26:00). JD and Arden discuss if Orelvis Martinez can make an impact on the Jays Major League roster, the most compelling players to watch in Spring Training, Alan Roden's likely outcome(s) this season and the biggest challenge for Bowden Francis. Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, breaks down Marner's time with Team Canada, why this is a pivotal moment for Marner, going back to playing in the NHL action, the importance for the Maple Leafs' finishing first in the division, if jobs are on the line before the trade deadline, Nick Robertson and who might be on the Leafs fourth-line playoff roster (51:00). The show ends 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.
The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour of the week by continuing to dissect Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off victory. Brent Gunning and guest host Sho Alli continue break down last night's final alongside Sportsnet analyst and founder of the Pro Hockey Group, Jason Bukala. The former Director of Amateur Scouting for the Florida Panthers weighs in on who he thought stood out in this tournament, how the Leafs players fared in last night's final and if the NHL hit on something with the 4 Nations. Next up, today's boys head to Boston to check in with Sportsnet NHL reporter Luke Fox, who was in the building for Canada's OT win (27:05). Luke, on limited sleep, shares some insight into the mood around the team throughout the tournament, the key lineup decisions that were made, what players really stepped up to the occasion of playing best-on-best, and the state of Hockey Canada as a whole heading into next year's Olympic games. 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.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), plus they preview tonight's 4 Nations finale between Canada and the US with Sportsnet NHL writer Luke Fox (29:04). 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 4 we again heard from Daily Faceoff Insider Frank Seravalli and were joined by Luke Fox from Sportsnet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 Luke Fox from Rogers Sportsnet joined the show offering his thoughts on the Four Nations Face-Off and tonight's deciding game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the back nine of Real Kyper and Bourne, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee go live to the 4 Nations Face-Off in Boston alongside TNT's Eddie Olczyk. He gauges the atmosphere during Canada's matchup against Finland this afternoon, before sharing his thoughts on the trio of fights in Saturday's battle with the United States and the fanfare surrounding the Tkachuk brothers. Later, the boys discuss if the physical play is good for the game and how the NHL can bridge the gap between the 4 Nations Face-Off and the playoffs. After the break, Sportsnet's Luke Fox checks in from TD Garden to discuss the rocky end to Canada's clash with the Finns, how Cale Makar's presence changes the lineup's dynamic, as well as Mitch Marner and Sam Bennett's play (28:30). Nick, Justin and Sam wrap up preview of Thursday's rematch with USA, along with thoughts on Sidney Crosby and Jordan Binnington's postgame comments. 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 HHOF defenceman Chris Pronger (1:24). They discuss his experience representing his country ahead of the Four Nations Face-off, Pietrangelo's decision to withdraw from the tournament, the NHL cap rising, his thoughts on NHL award trends, and much more. Then, Luke Fox (30:11) joins the show to tee up tonight's Leafs matchup against the Calgary Flames. They discuss what Marner's absence could mean for the lineup, the significance of the upcoming break for Max Domi and Morgan Rielly, 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.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night to snap their 3-game skid. They discuss the longevity of this winning formula, Joseph Woll's statement in net, the top line's 200-foot game, Morgan Rielly's effort and much more. Then, they get into Leafs' trade targets at centre and whether they should look into Brayden Schenn as a potential option at the deadline. Later, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (34:25) weighs in on Canadian fans booing the American anthem, shares the latest injury news on Mitch Marner, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Anthony Stolarz, and evaluates Craig Berube's season behind the bench so far.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 two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning begin with a quick preview of TML hosting the Minnesota Wild at Scotiabank Arena. The hosts look at the list of banged-up Buds and who is set to return. The morning duo then discuss goalie Anthony Stolarz returning ahead of the 4 Nations to discuss if it's worth having him in at least one game before the break. In the second half of the hour, the a.m. boys re-visit all of it with Sportsnet's own NHL Insider and Leafs reporter, Luke Fox (23:07) and see if they think there is a big move for GM Brad Treliving to make 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.
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 5-3 win over the Lightning—their third straight victory. They discuss how the Leafs' energy has shifted between their three-game losing streak and three-game winning streak, William Nylander's laid-back mentality, Auston Matthews getting closer to 100%, and much more. Later, Sportsnet Leafs reporter Luke Fox (34:06) discusses Nylander and Craig Berube's unique relationship, the team's ongoing search for a blueline partner for Morgan Rielly, Max Domi as a potential trade candidate and why this is the year for Brad Treliving to be bold 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.
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off the second hour of the show taking a look at the Leafs' win over the Tampa Bay Lightning and asking if the Leafs now own the Lightning. The guys then get into what the ceiling for Auston Matthews' production is now that he looks fully healthy, does he have a signature goal? Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox (21:33) then joins the guys to share his thoughts on the Leafs' win yesterday. Luke also sheds some light on the relationship between Craig Berube & William Nylander and how they interact.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 Justin Cuthbert start with the shifting playoff standings around the NHL and how many Canadian teams could end up in the postseason this year. Then, Luke Fox (8:26) joins the show to tee up the Leafs' matchup against the Flyers, their mid-season grades, their mentor trip, and much more. Later, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest rumours/reports from the Blue Jays' offseason. Next, Carter Hutton (30:23) joins the show to discuss the goaltending matchup between the Leafs and Flyers, how Canada's goalies have performed since being named to the Four-Nations Face-Off, Askarov's confidence, 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 from The Raptors Show joins JD in-studio to dive into the Raptors' losing season (00:00). What are the biggest issues? How solvable are they? How do we evaluate the rest of the season? Is there concerns about head coach Darko Rajaković? Has Scottie Barnes progressed this season? What will it take to trade Jakob Poeltl? Later, Sportsnet Maple Leafs reporter, Luke Fox, discusses the Leafs' biggest surprises and disappointments at the halfway point of the regular season (52:00). JD and Luke discuss the goaltending, John Tavares, Jake McCabe's injury and being selective about fights, Auston Matthews' participation at the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament and Phillipe Myers getting an extension. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:29:00) 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.