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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee open today's show with thoughts on Mike Babcock's introduction in Edmonton as the team's next head coach. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins the conversation to break some news of Šimon Nemec's trade to the Calgary Flames. David details New Jersey's return the deal, the latest on Matthew Knies' trade market, the array of high-end talent available before the draft, and the new landscape for NHL contracts. The boys also touch on what's next for Darnell Nurse, Dougie Hamilton, Morgan Rielly, and Dylan Larkin. After the break, the guys weigh in on Brady Tkachuk's introduction in Sunrise and discuss what's ahead for him with the Panthers. 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.

JOIN PATREON FOR AD-FREE LISTENING & MORE PERKS: patreon.com/sleepandsorcery   Turn a restful vacation into a restorative miracle in tonight's magical bedtime story.   In tonight's story, amid a stressful season of life, you retreat to the wooded countryside of Vermont to reset. You've been carrying so much, and the world seems to have lost its luster. So you rent a charming cottage on the lake and immerse yourself in the local scenery and culture. Every day, you discover some of the hidden gems, forgotten folklore, and charming quirks of the area. Every night, the moon shines a little bit brighter, becoming a palette upon which you can mix new color and vibrancy to paint into your life.   This story contains built-in relaxation cues, which you can follow, if you like, or simply let the words wash over you.   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ME THROUGH 100 ORIGINAL STORIES!   Music & Sound: A Glimpse of Avalon by Flouw, Purple Dreams by Silver Maple, Via Epidemic Sound   Sleep & Sorcery is a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. My name is Laurel, and I'll be your guide on tonight's fantastical journey. Sleep & Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. Follow along with my voice for as long as it serves you, and when you're ready, feel free to let go of the story and relax into sleep.   All stories are written and read by me, Laurel Hostak Jones… never by AI.     Order the Sleep & Sorcery book! https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, unlimited paperback now available from Crossed Crow Books. Limited edition hardcover is available as well. The book features many of your favorite stories, plus exclusive writings and a suite of rituals to enrich your resting and waking life. Stories like mine are best with headphones! For comfort and security when drifting off to sleep, SleepPhones are the best thing I've found. They won't fall out like earbuds, and they're not bulky or uncomfortable like most over-ear headphones.   Learn more: https://www.sleepphones.com/?aff=846     Now you can support Sleep & Sorcery on Patreon. Pledge a monthly donation to Sleep & Sorcery, which helps me keep making original bedtime stories for you. In return, you can qualify for exclusive supporter benefits, like episode scripts, bonus sleepy readings of classic literature, merch discounts, and giveaways. I hope you'll consider supporting me on Patreon, so I can continue doing what I love.   Visit patreon.com/sleepandsorcery to learn more and pledge your support.     Instagram | Twitter | Insight Timer | YouTube | Newsletter Signup   Sleep & Sorcery MERCH Show your love of Sleep & Sorcery – or get some gifts for the sleepy sorcerer in your life with this cozy collection of apparel, dream journals, die-cut stickers, and home goods. Visit https://bit.ly/shopmyth.   Want to get in touch? sleepandsorcery@gmail.com   Disclaimer: some links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you decide to purchase the product, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to the Miami Heat, overreactions to the New York Knicks, the Blue Jays being back to .500, Shane Bieber's return, and the best closers in franchise history.  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 Tuesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays' 4-2 victory to open their series against the Astros. Now sitting at .500 on the season, the guys discuss Toronto's path towards the playoffs, the team's resilience after so many early injuries, and how important Kazuma Okamoto has been. The guys also break down Dylan Cease's 5.2 innings of work, the flawless effort from the bullpen to hold the lead, and their expectations for tonight as Shane Bieber makes his return to the mound. After the break, the guys listen back to Darren Raddysh's comments about his decision to sign in Toronto, before closing the hour with reactions to Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade to Miami! 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 are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to help break down the trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami. They discuss if Giannis elevates the Heat into title contention, the package of players and picks going back to Milwaukee, and what happened to the Celtics' offer centered around Jaylen Brown. The guys also chat about the Raptors' off-season needs, how the Eastern Conference hierarchy has changed, what's next for Jakob Poeltl and RJ Barrett, and Toronto's options with the 19th overall pick in the NBA Draft tonight. Later, Ben and Brent take a closer look at the Maple Leafs situation in goal and debate if they should they pursue the big fish on the market like Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Hellebuyck or Jordan Binnington. Does the Marlies' Calder Cup run change the equation? 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 reacts to the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. John Gruden, Toronto Marlies head coach, reflects on what led to the Marlies' rise to Calder Cup champions, the development of the Maple Leafs top prospects, how development works for coaches, what impresses him most about Artur Akhtyamov and Easton Cowan, and his impressions of new Maple Leafs head coach, Jim Hiller, who he coached alongside with with the New York Islanders. JD then touches on the Blue Jays weekend and hits '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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour by breaking down the Senators' decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers. They dive deeper into the return in Ottawa, the team's direction, and what the move means for the franchise and its fans. They also examine the potential implications for the Maple Leafs, including how it could shape future decisions involving captain Auston Matthews and the trade value of Matthew Knies. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi joins the show to share his impressions of the World Cup in Toronto, before getting into the Blue Jays. They chat about Saturday's comeback win over the Cubs, the impact of Shane Bieber's return, bullpen workload concerns, playoff prospects in the American League, and what a potential trade market for Tarik Skubal could look like if the Tigers decide to move him. 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 week by reacting to the Senators' decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers. They discuss the timing of the move, the return Ottawa received, and the significance of Brady joining his brother Matthew in Florida. They also examine some broader NHL issues, including the appeal of tax-free states, the challenges Canadian and smaller-market teams face in retaining players, and whether the Senators acted too quickly. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays' series split featuring by a dramatic comeback win Saturday that could serve as a turning point for the season. The hosts also discuss Kevin Gausman's rough outing Friday, Shane Bieber's anticipated return and potential impact on the pitching staff, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s performance at the plate. After the break, they recap Wyndham Clark's U.S. Open victory, the fan reaction at Shinnecock, the role of course conditions, and Sam Burns' struggles on the greens. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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ohn Toon, Eriona Bajrakurtaj, and Leigh Stallard cover FYI's first AI features, two separate Xero conversations, BrightPay Oscar, Sodium, Record OS and the Maple Review.   FYI has added its first AI features, built around the existing automation layer rather than added on top as a chatbot. Firms that have properly embedded the product will benefit most. It runs on AWS Bedrock, which doesn't retain data or train models, which the hosts consider important for client confidentiality.   Xero comes up twice. First, incremental bank rec improvements: view, add and delete files and change account codes in the reconcile screen, search by payment reference, and upload multiple files through the accounting app. Then a more uncomfortable story: Xero sent an email to all users saying "your Xero numbers are now in Claude," which alarmed a lot of people. The hosts work through what the integration actually means, who owns client data when it flows through a third-party LLM, and what the GDPR implications are. John explains the difference between read-only MCP connections and write access, using the example of a US marketing company whose entire database was deleted by Claude Code overnight. Eriona raises what happens when Xero moves from sharing insights to taking actions - she has already seen Claude ask to take control of her computer mid-session.   BrightPay's Oscar gets a revisit after Accounting Web covered early adopter feedback. Mark Francis of Francis Bookkeeping Solutions reported that onboarding which previously took one to two weeks now takes five to ten minutes. Eriona is cautious about how this translates for small-client practices where the business owner, not an HR team, is handling the process. Leigh then covers Sodium adding billing and walks through the commercial logic: a slice of payment processing interchange could nearly double their average revenue per customer. John uses it to open a debate on why practice management has never been solved - and all three agree it probably never will be.   Record OS has launched publicly after raising £2 million in pre-seed funding. The model pairs AI data capture with a qualified tax professional reviewing the return before submission, priced at £125 for a standard self-assessment filing. Eriona's concern is whether the economics hold when cases get complex. John is more optimistic, arguing it represents a shift from human capital cost to product cost in compliance work. Leigh adds the sharpest point: Record OS is one government policy change away from not having a business model, and the same risk applies to any practice built mainly on compliance.   Also covered: FreeAgent's new landlord statement upload feature ahead of MTD; Plaid opening its MCP server to AI agents for bank feed diagnostics, with Eriona and John debating how comfortable they are with AI that close to financial infrastructure; Brief's latest update, including a UI overhaul, AI client profiles, two-way client scoring and automated group check-ins; and the Maple Review, a government report on barriers to entrepreneurship in the UK. All three back its recommendations on financial and business education in schools, and Xero gets a namecheck for supporting the report.   00:00 Intro and Disruptor Awards 01:54 Episode preview 02:52 Check-ins 06:35 FYI: First AI features 09:52 Xero: Bank rec improvements 11:45 Xero meets Claude: Data, privacy and agentic risk 15:09 BrightPay Oscar: AI employee onboarding 18:58 Sodium: Practice management and billing 24:30 FreeAgent: Landlord statement upload 26:19 Plaid: AI agents and bank feed diagnostics 28:23 Brief: Client relationships, scoring and check-ins 31:48 Record OS: Self-assessment productised 38:13 The Maple Review 46:12 Outro

Maple Park Church Sermon - Speaker Dan Hunter - June 21st, 2026 by Maple Park Church

JD is joined by Sam McKee and Ben Ennis to dive into the Maple Leafs acquisition of defensemen Darren Raddysh via sign-and-trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning. JD and Sam discuss all the pros and cons of Raddysh's game, the Leafs' eight-year contract offer, and how Toronto's defensive core could look next season. JD and Ben then (30:00) shift focus to the Blue Jays sweep at Fenway Park and what level Vladimir Guerrero Jr. needs to be at to make the Jays competitive.  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 Friday morning by delivering the news that arrived late last night about the Maple Leafs being close to a sign-and-trade to acquire Darren Raddysh! The boys then pivot to Canada's historic 6-0 victory over Qatar last night at BC Place. They reflect on what the victory means for the program, Jonathan David's hat trick performance, and Cyle Larin's goal to open the scoring once again. They also touch on Moïse Bombito's return to the pitch and Alphonso Davies' status heading into their next game against Switzerland, before discussing Ismaël Koné's injury and the impact of his absence. After the break, the guys recap the Blue Jays' series sweep of the Red Sox including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s much-needed home run and Trey Yesavage pitching into the eight inning. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with a look at the opening round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. 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 begin with more on the Maple Leafs' finalizing a sign-and-trade for Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning. The guys break down what the move tells us about how John Chayka and Mats Sundin will operate, where Raddysh best fits in Toronto's optimal lineup, what this signals about Morgan Rielly future, and the areas the Leafs still need to address going into the NHL Draft next week. After the break, Jason Bukala (25:33) of Sportsnet and The Pro Hockey Group joins to share his thoughts on Raddysh's fit in Toronto, what elements he can bring to the blue line, and how much he can help the power play. They wrap up this hour with thoughts on the discourse surrounding a potential Matthews Knies trade and more on Toronto's new head coach, Jim Hiller. 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.

Two Green Squad officers pulled on the foam heads of Clutch the Bald Eagle and Maple the Moose, hefted a battering ram, and went hunting for a drug dealer who loved football a little too much.SOURCES, LINKS, AND PRINT VERSION: https://weirddarkness.com/mascot-raidLook for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://pod.link/1078714736*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.

JD reacts further to the Maple Leafs hiring Jim Hiller. Justin Bourne (08:15), co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, joins JD to share what he expects from Hiller, the patience this hire allows Toronto to have, and his likes and dislikes from his time with Hiller. JD and Justin then touch on Gavin McKenna and why he should be the number one overall pick (46:07). After the break, JD talks about the Blue Jays future sans Max Scherzer, Spencer Miles' impressive season, and the need for a Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to hit a homerun. JD and producer Armen wrap up with a preview of Canada's second game versus Qatar.  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.

We're halfway through the year and it's time to celebrate...with beer! Of course it's beer. Like that was ever in question...sheesh. We start off with something local from Elmeleven. Known for their thick pastry sours, Elmeleven has been reinventing the brand by venturing into IPAs and stouts. We picked up Moons, an 11.5% ABV imperial stout. Made with peanut butter and chocolate capsules, this is big step in the right direction. Years ago, Stefan left a bottle of Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery Acadian Groove Maple Porter at Martin's as a loving gift. 10 years later, Martin decided it was time to open it. What should have maple, vanilla, coffee and chocolate has developed into something else entirely. #beer #craftbeer #drinks #porter #imperialstout

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Thursday morning by recapping the Blue Jays' 3-0 victory over the Red Sox last night. They take a look at the miserable season in Boston so far, the success of the Jays' bullpen day, and Max Scherzer's trip to the IL. The guys also chat about Shane Bieber's return timeline, why Davis Schneider loves hitting at Fenway Park, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s quality of at-bats last night. Is he any closer to unlocking his playoff form of last year? Later, Sportsnet's Adam Stanley joins live from the US Open at Shinnecock Hills! Adam shares how the course setting up for this weekend, the weather conditions to watch out for, the players he expects to contend for the title, and the Canadians in 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour with thoughts on the Maple Leafs hiring of Jim Hiller as the team's next head coach. They share their initial reaction to the news, examine his resume around the league, and discuss what they learned from yesterday's press conference. The guys also debate if Auston Matthews and William Nylander were consulted during the process, the team's contention window heading into next season, and the front office's tight-lipped approach before news broke. After the break, Ben and Brent set up this evening's World Cup match between Canada and Qatar! They discus how the Canadians can create more offence, Alphonso Davies' potential impact after being cleared to play, and Cyle Larin's case to start after scoring during Canada's previous matchup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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JD reacts to breaking news of the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Jim Hiller their next head coach. JD also reacts to the Leafs trading away Joseph Woll before bringing on James Mirtle (12:45), senior writer at The Athletic. JD asks James about Hiller's coaching history and characteristics and what fans can expect from Hiller based on his former tenure on the Leafs coaching staff. JD and James shift their focus (23:55) to the number one overall draft pick, the Woll trade, the value of goaltending depth, Emil Andrae's potential, and the future of Morgan Rielly.  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 Wednesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays 6-1 win over the Red Sox to open the series in Boston last night. They break down Toronto's offensive surge, Davis Schneider's form at Fenway Park, Myles Straw's performance in centre field versus Daulton Varsho, and George Springer hitting his 300th career home run. Does he have a Hall of Fame resume? They also touch on how George heating up could help unlock Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s swing and Dylan Cease's effective outing. After the break, the guys reflect on the Maple Leafs trading Joseph Woll, the return in the deal from Philly, and what the trade reveals about the team's front office strategy. The guys wrap up the hour with a look at Lionel Messi tying the World Cup goal record. 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 second hour with a look at the Maple Leafs coaching search. They discuss the team's interest in Western Michigan's Pat Ferschweiler, the pivot away from David Carle, and if they should take a closer look at John Tortorella. Next, Canadian PGA golfer Ben Silverman joins the show to discuss his experience at the RBC Canadian Open, the process of qualifying for the US Open, and his expectations for the course at Shinnecock Hills this weekend. Later, Jon Morosi of MLB Network stops by with thoughts on Davis Schneider's success at Fenway Park, George Springer's 300th home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season so far, the Blue Jays' trade deadline needs, and Bo Bichette's situation with the Mets. 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 final thoughts on Mitch Marner, before shifting focus to the Blue Jays (4:30). JD highlights the Jays' lack of magic compared to the 2025 season, their lack of consistency, and the mounting pressure on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. After the break, JD is joined by Blake Murphy, host of Blue Jays Talk Plus (19:00), to get into George Springer's struggles, Brandon Valenzuela potentially playing first base, and the bat they have the most confidence in right now. The show wraps up with debate about if the Raptors should be interested in De'Aaron Fox.  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 Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kickoff Tuesday morning by setting up the Blue Jays' series against the Red Sox. They outline the importance of this upcoming stretch and Toronto's outlook as we approach the midway mark of the season. The guys also debate if Dylan Cease has been the best signing of the Ross Atkins era, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leading the AL first base All-Star voting despite his bad start, and Louis Varland's opportunity to bounce back this week. After the break, the guys weigh in on reports of the NHL opening an investigation into Mike Babcock's 2023 resignation in Columbus. Brent and Daniele wrap up the hour with a look at the players arriving at Shinnecock for the US Open and how hard they expect the course to play this weekend. 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 Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour with a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season so far. They discuss his production at the plate, what might be behind his lack of home run power, and the factors that could fuel a second-half turnaround. Next, Brent and Daniele break down yesterday's World Cup action and set up today's exciting schedule featuring France, Argentina and Norway. After the break, Joe House (25:55) of The Ringer shares his reaction to the Knicks winning the NBA title and debates if this marks the start of a dynasty for New York. They wrap up with thoughts on this weekend's US Open and the most intriguing storyline going into 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.

JD recaps the Stanley Cup Final victory for the Carolina Hurricanes (4:00). He highlights Jordan Staal winning the Conn Smythe, ponders if the 'Canes team-building can be duplicated, and outlines Mitch Marner's play in Games 5 and 6. JD then dives into the Knicks breaking their 53-year championship drought (24:00), Jalen Brunson altering the small guard narrative, the future of De'Aaron Fox, and how the Raptors fumbled the post-Kawhi era. After the break (35:00), JD jumps into the Blue Jays weekend series against the Yankees, Canada's start to the World Cup and UFC Freedom 250 . 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 Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open the second hour chatting with Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! They break down the Stanley Cup Final with thoughts on the Hurricanes' play late in the series, standout performances from Brandon Bussi and Jordan Staal, and questions surrounding John Tortorella and Carter Hart. The conversation then shifts to Mitch Marner's playoff performance, the criticism he faces after the Final, and what the Leafs can learn from Carolina's success. After the break, the hosts discuss the Knicks winning the NBA title in five games. They examine New York's dominant series victory over the Spurs, the futures of both teams, and the performances of Mike Brown, Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, and Victor Wembanyama. 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 Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kick off Monday morning by recapping an eventful weekend of sports. They begin with the Blue Jays' series loss to the Yankees with thoughts on the level of concern in Toronto, where the team needs to improve, and who shoulders most of the blame. After the break, the guys turn their attention towards the Hurricanes hoisting the Stanley Cup. They break down Carolina's dominating performance in Game 5 and 6, Brandon Bussi's importance down the stretch, and Jordan Staal turning back the clock. What lesson can the Maple Leafs take from how the Hurricanes built their 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 affiliates.

Maple Park Church Sermon - Speaker Jim Rice - June 14th, 2026 by Maple Park Church

JD previews Canada's opening matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina and ponders what the fan ratio might be in the home-opener. JD then talks about the Blue Jays series against the New York Yankees before. Two-time Stanley Cup champion Kris Versteeg (08:30) joins the show to react to the Stanley Cup Final, the chippiness of Game 5, what Vegas can do in Game 6 to stay alive, who needs to step up for Vegas Conn Smythe favourites, Jordan Staal turning back the clock, and the play of Brandon Bussi. The week ends with JD and Versteeg debating Dylan Larkin's list of trade destinations. 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 Daniele Franceschi start Friday morning by recapping the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights! They share their biggest takeaways including the keys to Carolina's statement win, the impact of Brandon Bussi in goal, Carter Hart's performance and John Tortorella's comments about potentially turning to Aidan Hill. They also touch on Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe case and Nikita Kucherov's Hart Trophy honors. After the break, Ben and Daniele turn their attention to the Blue Jays on the mend in Buffalo right now. They discuss if Alejandro Kirk will make his return for the Yankees series this weekend, what the correlating roster move will be, Brandon Valenzuela's job security, and the latest on Shane Bieber. The guys close out the hour by looking at the opening round of the Canadian Open! 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 Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour by setting up the start of Canada's World Cup campaign at home against Bosnia and Herzegovina. They discuss their expectations for the opening match, the major questions facing this team as they begin the tournament, and their chances to advance past the group stage. The boys also detail the importance of Jonathan David and Cyle Larin, as well as expectations for the crowd today at Toronto Stadium. After the break, Gareth Wheeler of One Soccer shares his view on Team Canada ahead of this afternoon's opener. They discuss if this is a "must-win" for Canada to make it out of the group stage, what people should expect from Bosnia and Herzegovina, the status of Moïse Bombito and Alphonso Davies, 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 tips off the pod with his thoughts on the New York Knicks unreal 29-point comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. He breaks down how OG Anunoby might be the favorite for Finals MVP, how the Raptors' trading him has never looked worse, and how De'Aaron Fox will bear the brunt of the blame for the collapse. JD and Ben Nicholson Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Jays reporter, discuss the Jays following their 7-4 loss against the Philadelphia Phillies. JD and Ben get into what's next for the Jays' pitching staff and specifically Max Scherzer, Brandon Valenzuela's future, and potential trade candidates ahead of the trade deadline. After the break, JD returns to the NBA and discusses the state of New York City as the Finals continue. 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 gang is all here to recap the latest CanPL game week, review the #CanMNT draw with Ireland, and then talk about our feelings with special guest “Gentleman” James Grossi because there’s nothing else to talk about. Except the World Fucking Cup!!! In this episode Mark refuses to be (or actually is) serious about his group predictions, Kristin is mad at Fotmob with good reason, and James asks very journalism-type kit questions. Show Rundown Segment 1: What's been happening (8m10s) Recap of #CanMNT v Ireland Recap of CanPL week Segment 2: What we're talking about (30m56s) The Fucking World Cup 2026 Segment 3: What's coming up (1h54m50s) Preview #CanMNT vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Show References Unattached FC by friend James Grossi Support type things Support our Patreon. If you’d like to throw some change in the tip jar, please do so. Thank you to those for your ears and support, it’s immensely appreciated. 5-stars on iTunes and leave some feedback. It would help immensely. Click here to listen to episode 576

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Thursday morning with thoughts on the Blue Jays 7-4 loss to the Phillies last night. They look at Max Scherzer's return to the mound, his outlook this season, and if Spencer Miles has earned that final rotation spot. The guys also touch on George Springer's return to the leadoff spot with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. right behind him, and the reasoning behind Andrés Giménez not getting the start at second base. Ben and Brent then tee up the Canadian Open at TPC Toronto alongside Sportsnet golf analyst, Adam Stanley! He discusses how conditions are shaping up on the course, the surprisingly stacked field just one week out from the US Open, the Canadians to watch this weekend, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the second hour with a recap of the Knicks' historic comeback over the Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals last night. They discuss New York's mentality in the second half, how much blame San Antonio deserves for blowing the 29-point lead, and why they didn't turn to Victor Wembanyama more down the stretch. The guys also chat about OG Anunoby's game-winning shot, look back on the trade that sent him from Toronto to New York, and project what's ahead for Game 5 on Saturday. After the break, the guys welcome Oliver Platt (27:05), One Soccer analyst, to preview the World Cup! He shares his expectations for Team Canada at a home, if they can escape the group stage, the most important players down the lineup without Alphonso Davies and Moïse Bombito, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the second hour live from the Joe Carter Celebrity Charity Golf Classic alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! He discusses his takeaways from Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, Mitch Marner's case to win the Conn Smythe regardless of Vegas' result, and if we will see Frederik Andersen again in this series. The guys also chat about the Maple Leafs' coaching search, the five names rumoured to be in the running for the job, and more! After the break, the guys welcome on the organizers of Joe Carter Classic, Rahul Mehta and Pierre Frappier, share a bit of the event's backstory and how it's grown over 17 years! 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 Wednesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays walk off victory over the Phillies last night. The boys discuss the sustainability of Toronto's style of play, Louis Varland giving up a run for the first time in a over a month, and Dylan Cease showing no signs of rust in his return. They also touch of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. moving up to bat leadoff and Jesús Sánchez' underrated season so far. After the break, the guys turn their attention towards the Hurricanes Game 4 victory over the Golden Knights. Are we watching one of the best Stanley Cup Finals on record? They examine Brandon Bussi's performance in goal, who will start between the pipes in Game 5, and which team has the edge heading into a best-of-three. Ben and Brent close out the morning with the Subaru Golf report looking at the featured groups from the opening round of the Canadian Open. 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 are joined by Michael Grange, Sportsnet NBA reporter, to break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals! They discuss the level of concern in New York, Victor Wembanyama's performance, the free throw differential, and where the Knicks can improve heading into Game 4. The guys also chat about the Raptors extending GM Bobby Webster and what it means for this upcoming off-season in Toronto. After the break, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi shares his view on the Blue Jays' 5-2 loss to the Phillies last night. He questions if we reached the end of the line with Patrick Corbin's time in the rotation, what's behind George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles at the plate, and who will be the odd man out once Alejandro Kirk is ready to rejoin 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 affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off today's show with a recap of the Spurs' 115-111 victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They break down Victor Wembanyama's improved play last night, the Knicks' struggles down the stretch, and De'Aaron Fox's big shot late. Next, the guys pivot to discuss Peter Laviolette becoming the next head coach of the LA Kings. They question why the Maple Leafs missed out, if it's an indictment of Toronto's process and how long it is all taking, and the remaining options for the vacancy. Ben and Brent also take a closer look at Dylan Larkin's trade request, before getting into the Blue Jays' series-opening loss to the Phillies. They examine Cristopher Sanchez and Patrick Corbin's respective starts, George Springer's rough night at the plate, and if it's time to consider dropping him down the batting order. The guys close out the hour by looking at the longest day in golf as qualifiers for the US Open wrapped up. 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 reacts to the Blue Jays' comeback win against the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. He breaks down the incredible recent play of rookie Brandon Valenzuela, the continued struggles of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the tear Louis Varland continues to be on. JD and James Sharman, co-host of Footy Prime, discuss the lack of buzz around this year's World Cup, the mentality of Team Canada, and the likelihood of Alphonso Davies playing and Canada's injuries, before wrapping things up talking about the future of the program. After the break, JD touches on Mitch Marner's playoff performance, before wrapping up with thoughts on tonight's Game 3 as the Knicks host the Spurs in their first home Finals game in 27 years. 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 begin hour two by looking at what a revelation Brandon Valenzuela has been for the Blue Jays. With Alejandro Kirk's return imminent, has he earned his spot on the big-league roster? Ben and Brent also dig into the reports of the Maple Leafs interviewing Joe Pavelski for the team's open head coaching job. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi stops by to help break down the Jays' weekend. Jon shares why this series could be turning point moment, if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can flip the script in the back-half of the season, Ernie Clement's evasive maneuvers on the basepaths and his team-leading slugging percentage. 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 start the week by recapping the Blue Jays' series victory over the Orioles. The guys discuss this series as a potential turning point, the bats finally starting to wake up, and how sustainable this style of play is. They also chat about Ernie Clement's heads up baserunning, Tyler Heineman's future on the roster with Alejandro Kirk's return nearing, Brandon Valenzuela's power surge, and the volume of work for Tyler Rogers and Louis Varland. After the break, the guys break down Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals! They dive into Mitch Marner's rapid-fire hat-trick, the keys to the Golden Knights' marathon win, and how the Hurricanes can respond in Game 4. The guys also weigh in on the Knicks being two wins away from a NBA championship, before wrapping up the hour with the Subaru Golf Report ahead of the Canadian Open! 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 reacts to the Blue Jays much-needed win against Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves. JD and Shayna Goldman, national NHL writer at The Athletic, discuss the controversial no-goal call from Game 2, what they've learned about these teams through two games, how the teams may be feeling after splitting the first two games, the goaltending battle, the Hurricanes' unproductive top line, why Mitch Marner has worked so well with the Golden Knights, and Dylan Larkin's trade request. The week ends with JD's thoughts about the proposed Matthew Knies to Montreal trade that never went through. 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 and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, tell old man stories, try to determine Brandon Valenzuela's value, discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s now "disaster" season, the biggest issues plaguing the team, what climbing back to a .500 record would mean for the team, and overreactions they had from Game 1 of the NBA Finals.  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 reacts to Vegas Golden Knights' Game 1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes and the start of the Blue Jays series against the Atlanta Braves. Next, Jason Timpf, host of Hoops Tonight, joins JD to get into the NBA Finals. They discuss how the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs matchup, the contrast of their star players, why Jason is leaning towards the Knicks, if New York's path to the Finals really tested them, how to slow down Victor Wembanyama, and the legacy stakes on the line.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  

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