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Ben and Brent continue to dissect the Maple Leafs' end-of-season media availability yesterday. The hosts bring on SN590's own Sam McKee of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne to share his takeaways. He discusses if we heard anything different during this year's press conference, what can be celebrated from the 2024-25 season, and some realistic changes that could be coming. They get into the future of John Tavares and Mitch Marner, the health of Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies' role on the team, and the need for accountability all around. Next the a.m. duo check in with Adnan Virk (31:40) of NHL Network and MLB Network. The host of NHL: Unscripted chats about the "same old story" with the Leafs and how they measure up to other historic franchises. The trio wrap up with thoughts on Juan Soto already hearing it from the New York faithful and the pressure that comes with playing in a major market. 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 Maple Leafs' disappointing loss to the Panthers in a pivotal game of the playoffs. The hosts welcome on friend of the show, Sam McKee of Leafs Talk as well as Real Kyper and Bourne. The trio dive into their biggest takeaways from Game 5 and what it means about this team in the present, heading into the offseason, and for the franchise's future. They also get into the fan experience rooting for this team, the level of belief moving forward, and what to expect in Game 6. Next the boys check in with Toronto's own Adnan Virk (29:08) of MLB Network, NHL Network and Prime Monday Night Hockey. He chats about the Leafs' roller coaster this series, the thought this team would be different under Craig Berube, and why it seems to be the same yet again. 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 show with his recap of the wild weekend in the NHL, including the Winnipeg Jets' Game 7 comeback win over the Blues (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' issues through the first month of the season, their place within the AL East, where the team still needs to improve, and the most recent additions to their pitching depth (15:00). Then, JD details the dual Game 7s for Denver area teams on Saturday night (47:44). Panthers TV analyst and former Panthers defenceman, Ed Jovanovski, comes on to help preview the Leafs' second round series against Florida, including the addition of Brad Marchand to the Panthers, the lack of weaknesses amongst the Cup champs, and the recent history between the two teams (53:03). Later, Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to continue the conversation around the Leafs, the differences from their last playoff matchup, and the keys for the Leafs to move on (01:19:48).  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 with Ben and Brent rolls on with more ahead of Game 6 tonight between the Maple Leafs and Senators. The hosts dive into the feeling of confidence in the Leafs' locker room, before welcoming on the logical Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne. Justin tries to balance out and quell any of the hosts' anxieties about Toronto's chances to close out on the road tonight, given how the team looked in the last game. The trio discuss what adjustments need to be made and where confidence in this team should lie. Next, another hopeful voice of reason, Sportsnet's own Luke Gazdic (25:55), gives his thoughts on how the team's history resonates with the fanbase, why this year could be different under Craig Berube, and the belief in Anthony Stolarz between the pipes.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! GVP'S fate is sealed, After a lost wheel bet on the Canucks making the playoffs GVP has to spin the wheel three times!(14:10) Later on, Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne joins the program! The guys get into; how is the end of the season feeling for Calgary, can Zayne Parekh make the flames team this late into this season, the Leafs impending free agents, and if he thinks Rick Tocchet to the flyers makes sense.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.    

The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour of Monday with the focus remaining on the struggling Maple Leafs. To discuss their recent slide more, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning check with Leafs Talk co-host and third man on Real Kyper and Bourne, Sam McKee! The trio dive into if this team is set up for more playoff success than in the past, how highly they are now reliant on great goaltending play, secondary scoring and Auston Matthews' health, as well as the future of Mitch Marner and the team as a whole. Next the morning duo bring on Sportsnet's own Eric Francis to help tee up tonight's match-up with a desperate Flames team trying to make the playoffs (29:52). The trio also get into how Brad Treliving is viewed now in Calgary with a look back on his time, as well as fallout post-deadline of Mikko Rantanen. 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 Tuesday with Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi looking at the Maple Leafs in the standings, as well as their upcoming schedule with some key divisional games ahead. The hosts welcome on Sam McKee, host on Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne, for his take on the team post-trade deadline. He shares his concern about recent Leafs' lapses in their game play, why they are struggling to find an identity right now, if we'll see the real Auston Matthews at some point this season, and what the deadline additions bring to the team. To end the day, B&D turn their attention to the NFL and the start of free agency (29:23). The morning duo welcome on Jim Monos, former NFL scout and Director of Player Personnel, current GM of the UFL's Memphis Showboats, and contributor to GoLongTD.com, to weigh in on what we've seen so far and which moves he's liked the most.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 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP-level season after his most recent 50-point game against the Rockets, before diving into the Maple Leafs ahead of Friday's trade deadline, following their shootout loss to the Sharks (00:00). Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to continue the conversation with Auston Matthews' struggles, the team's targets on the back-end, Brendan Shanahan's urgency to have success, and updates Mitch Marner's looming free agency (20:45). Then, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period jumps on to talk more deadline, the trade market evolving around Mikko Rantanen, the strategy in Edmonton to make moves, status of the Eastern Conference playoff bubble teams, willingness in Buffalo to make significant moves, the likelihood Easton Cowan or Fraser Minten are moved out of Toronto, and what it would take to get Brayden Schenn out of St. Louis (48:37). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (1:23:33). 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 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee drop the puck on this episode of Real Kyper and Bourne reviewing Canada's 5-3 victory over Finland to set up a rematch with the United States in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. The trio dive into the tense moments to end the game after three late goals from the Finnish side and the decision to start Jordan Binnington in a win-or-go-home game. After the debrief, they switch gears to discuss Canada's battle with the United States on Saturday, how it stacks up in terms of the greatest games of all time, the physical play on display from the outset, and how Canada will line up on Thursday. Later on, Nick, Justin and Sam sort through some postgame audio from Jon Cooper and set the stage for the final game of the tournament (32:00). 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 Wednesday's final hour with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning looking at the standouts from the Maple Leafs' recent winning streak. Is it simply about the rise in scoring? The hosting duo welcome on Stanley Cup champion and Sportsnet's own Nick Kypreos to weigh in on what's clicking for the Leafs and what still needs work. The trio discuss the goaltending usage including when to expect Anthony Stolarz back and who can help alleviate the workload of Joseph Woll in the meantime. The co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne also shares his take on the J.T. Miller situation, where he could make an impact especially in the Eastern Conference, and what that would mean for Toronto. Later on, Adnan Virk of MLB Network, NHL Network, and Prime Monday Night Hockey, follows up on the Leafs' latest win, the Blue Jays signing Anthony Santander, and sportscasters playing themselves in movies (24:18). 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 program with his thoughts on the Blue Jays signing OF Anthony Santander to a 5-year deal, before being joined by Real Kyper and Bourne co-host Justin Bourne to discuss the possibility of creating out-of-market rivalries, the Morgan Rielly discourse, and Craig Berube's accountability culture (00:00). Then, JD voices his opinion on the Connor McDavid suspension (44:47). Afterward, World Series Champion, 13-year MLB vet, and co-host of the Diggin' Deep Podcast, Eric Hosmer buries the hatchet with JD before diggin' deep into the Santander signing, what the player brings to Toronto, enticing players to teams, the tough situation for the Jays' front office, Jeff Hoffman, Mike Trout, and if the Dodgers' monstrous lineup good for baseball (50:45). Finally, JD and the producers end the show with ' What We Missed' (1:26:36).   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 show thinking over the Blue Jays' chase for Rōki Sasaki (00:00). Sportsnet Blue Jays Reporter, Arden Zwelling, weighs-in on what it'd mean for Toronto to sign Sasaki, what specifically about the Jays facilities are "state-of-the-art", how the Jays pitching development is viewed, and what Sasaki seems to covet (10:00). With Arden in Los Angeles to cover UFC 311, JD asks him about the most interesting storylines of the card (35:00). JD then reacts to news of John Tavares being placed on injury reserve, wrestles with the idea that the Maple Leafs prioritize the feelings of their stars and wonders about the accountability culture  (52:00). Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, analyzes Craig Berube's media messaging, protecting the Leafs stars, the warning signs from the season, Tavares' injury timeline, trade deadline targets and reflecting on Canada's 4 Nations roster (1:13:30). 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 Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning looking back at a full weekend of NFL action. They start with the defending champion Chiefs, who got another big conference win on Saturday, as they try to lock up the number one seed. Trey Wingo, host of the Alternate Routes podcast, discusses how the playoff picture is taking form, Kansas City's path to a three-peat, what teams could challenge them the most, and what limits the Bills from taking them down. They also look at some of the divisions up for grabs and if the Falcons quarterback change could help the team win the NFC South. To end today's show, the morning duo turn their attention back to the Maple Leafs ahead of an afternoon all-Canadian game against the Winnipeg Jets alongside Nick Kypreos (28:55)! The host of Real Kyper and Bourne gives his thoughts on Auston Matthews' injury, the fear that in may linger long term and if it could make him a target for other teams now. The trio also chat about how it could impact what the Leafs do at the trade deadline and just how much is at stake for Toronto's brass come April, before diving into the drama surrounding the Vancouver Canucks and two of their superstars. 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 Monday with Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi continuing the conversation around the Maple Leafs alongside Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk. The trio share what they saw in captain Auston Matthews' return to the ice, how well William Nylander played on a new line and if Nick Robertson scoring made them think any differently of his role on the team. They also get into the soon-to-be announced rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off and discuss if it's worth the risk to have this desired tournament in the middle of a season. To end the first show of the week, Brent and Daniele turn their attention back to football and Week 13 in the NFL with Mike Jones, national NFL writer for The Athletic (27:50). The three get into the MVP discussion and what it would take for a non-quarterback to win the coveted honour. They also weigh in on if teams like the Ravens and Eagles are legit Super Bowl contenders, as well as if the Bengals have squandered their window to 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.

In Hour 3 we were joined by Nick Kypreos from the Real Kyper and Bourne Show and Edmonton Oil Kings Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 3 former NHLer and host of the Real Kyper and Bourne Show Nick Kypreos joined the program offering his thoughts on the Oilers' struggles and other storylines around the NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JD gets into the Maple Leafs third consecutive victory without Auston Matthews. Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne, and JD get into the Leafs depth questions, including a closer look at Max Domi, Nick Robertson, and Bobby McMann (5:00). JD and Justin also chat about the Leafs sudden spark on the power-play, incorporating Matthews back into the lineup, if they've noticed something different about Mitch Marner, and Connor Timmins. JD lays out some stats you should know from the weekend (45:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and FOX analyst, breaks down week 10 in the NFL: Is there a parity problem? Are Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs actually inevitable? Is Mahomes superstar treatment outrageous? Plus, Russell Wilson's time machine, the best rookie performances and more. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:23:00)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.   

Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to talk about the Leafs' blowout loss to the St. Louis Blues, Toronto's lack of chemistry, Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, Joseph Woll's return, how to fix the powerplay, and what Jake McCabe's next contract could look like (00:00). Then, Aaron Bronsteter, Sportsnet MMA reporter and broadcaster, joins the show to talk UFC 308, Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria, the repercussions for a Magomed Ankalaev win, and selling stock in Khamzat Chimaev (33:40). After, DJ Bean of What Chaos! joins the program to chat about the Leafs and Bruins Saturday night matchup and the underlying concerns for the Edmonton Oilers (50:50). Later, JD gives his opinion on Brad Marchand's recent comments (1:08:00), before ending the show with his five players with the most at stake in the World Series (1:20:00).  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 with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning enters its final hour talking about the Maple Leafs' player with unknown futures including Mitch Marner and Nick Robertson. Stanley Cup champion and host of Real Kyper and Bourne on Sportsnet, Nick Kypreos, shares his thoughts on the road ahead for those two players specifically, before discussing why there is no rush to sign Matthew Knies and Toronto's problem at centre beyond Auston Matthews. Next up, the morning duo turn their attention back to baseball alongside Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun and Postmedia (23:10). The Blue Jays beat writer projects what we will hear from Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro today at their end-of-season address, before looking back on the franchise's recent shortcomings and outlining the team's long list of needs heading into the 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.

JD starts the show with his thoughts on Rogers acquiring 37.5% of Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment. Then, Sportsnet NHL analyst and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, Justin Bourne, joins the show to chat about Sidney Crosby's latest deal, superstar contracts, Mitch Marner, what he wants to hear at Leafs media day, Nicholas Robertson, and Max Pacioretty (00:00).   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.

In Hour 1 we were joined by Nick Kypreos from the Real Kyper and Bourne Show and Jake Hahn from SiriusXM NHL Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second hour of the free agency special, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee evaluate the Leafs' additions, resignings and losses thus far and discuss Nick Robertson's trade request. Then, a chat about Tavares' final season under contract and the Leafs weighing the option of removing his 'C.' Later, they check in with the latest moves - Jakob Chychrun heads to DC on a surprisingly cheap return, the Devils nab Brett Pesce and the Predators load up. Lighting insider Erik Erlendsson (25:09) discusses the next era of Bolts hockey without long-time captain Steven Stamkos, how the addition of Guentzel impacted negotiations and the shock Sergachev trade. Finally, free agency winners and losers 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 the final hour of the Real Kyper and Bourne NHL free agent frenzy, Nick Kypreos and Sam McKee are joined by Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox to examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' signings on July 1, including Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and Anthony Stolarz. Next, they move onto the Mitch Marner situation, what a Marner contract extension could potentially look like, and Nick Robertson's trade request. To close out the show, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Nick (25:19) to unpack the day's events, including Steven Stamkos' shocking departure from Tampa Bay.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.

With NHL free agency kicking off today, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the three-hour special edition by reviewing some of the morning moves. They start with live reaction to Stamkos signing with the Predators before touching on the Leafs bringing in Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Then, they get more in-depth on Toronto's moves - Stolarz's role, Tanev's term and Domi's hometown discount. Later, they discuss Reinhart's contract with the Panthers, Matt Murray re-upping in Toronto, the Canucks landing DeBrusk and the Leafs sticking with Liljegren. Finally, they close the first hour with some Mitch Marner thoughts.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 the final of The FAN Morning Show this week, hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning follow up on their conversation regarding Auston Matthews with author of the piece that sparked the discussion, Sportsnet's own Nick Kypreos. The co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, and a Stanley Cup champion himself, dives into how evident it is from these playoff runs the mindset difference between Connor McDavid and Matthews. Ben and Brent pick Kyp's brain on seeing what's going on around the team this off-season, before discussing if giving Auston captaincy could bring more urgency into winning a Cup in Toronto. The morning duo continue their Stanley Cup series preview by looking at how winning or losing could be viewed in Edmonton, what it will mean for Connor's legacy, and what the future holds for Leon Draisaitl (24:30). 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.

During Hour 4 we were joined by former NHLer and co-host of the Real Kyper and Bourne Show Nick Kypreos to check in on storylines from around the NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brent Gunning and Jesse Rubinoff wrap up this week on The FAN Morning Show alongside Sam McKee of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne. They dive into today's scheduled Maple Leafs press conference discussing their expectations of what he'll hear from Toronto's executives, the organization's biggest priorities this offseason and how much of it will actually be addressed. Next, Brent and Jesse focus specifically on who will replace Sheldon Keefe behind the Leafs' bench with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski (27:20). Greg shares his findings from his latest piece ranking the available coaching options into tiers, before offering his outside perspective on Toronto's NHL team and why they simply can't breakthrough 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 affiliates.

In the final hour of today's FAN Morning Show, hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning look back to last night's Game 5 in Boston and discuss how to carry the momentum forward for the rest of the series. Sam McKee, producer and co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk, weighs in on what the Maple Leafs are capable of when everything clicks, Joseph Woll's performance between the pipes, Max Domi and Mitch Marner's play on the top line, and if the pressure now switches to the Bruins. Joshua Kloke, writer for The Athletic who was at TD Garden last night, shares his standouts from Game 5, before looking into how one game can change the mood of a series and the status of Auston Matthews (25:55). There is still hope, Leafs fans! 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.

Kris Versteeg, 2x Stanley Cup Champion and Creator of the Klevr App, discusses how Sheldon Keefe and the Maple Leafs should approach game 82, William Nylander's quiet stretch run, if teams have a mental advantage against certain opponents, looking ahead to the Boston Bruins and the Leafs' psychological challenge (5:00). Sam McKee from The Real Kyper and Bourne chats about the Auston Matthews 70 goal chase coming down to the last game and how they feel about the Bruins matchup (36:00). JD gets into the Jays winning the series against the Yankees, his love for the Yusei Kikuchi, and Jordan Romano's return. The gents end 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.    

Hour 3 of The Big Show is on demand! Flames legend Mike Vernon joins George and Brent for the entirety of the hour. The Guys dive into the Flames play down the home stretch of the season, Jacob Markstrom's current form, how goalies differ from today to when Mike played and much more!Later on in the hour Mike helps George and Brent give away free concert tickets to Luke Bryan! To close out the show, Sam McKee of the Golf Guys podcast and Real Kyper and Bourne joins the show to talk all things Masters!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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the final hour of today's program with an early peek at the NHL standings, how the playoff matchups are lining up, and who's still on the outside looking in. They welcome on Jack Adams Award winner, Bruce Boudreau, for his thoughts on which Wild Card team could make some noise in the postseason, before getting into Mitch Marner's absence from the Maple Leafs and what qualities help a team peak at the right time. Later on, Sam McKee, friend of the show and Producer of Real Kyper and Bourne, look back on the successful evening that was for Toronto sports yesterday featuring wins from the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays (23:37). 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 Hour 3 alongside Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk. They discuss the impact of Mitch Marner's absence, especially on the Maple Leafs' special teams units, and the disappointment from Saturday's game against Carolina, before mixing in some golf talk with Scottie Scheffler continuing his dominant run. Later on, MLB Network's Adnan Virk hops aboard to reflect on Joey Votto's comments about Canadian baseball back in 2018 and if perspectives have changed since joining the Blue Jays (27:37). They also get into Blake Snell's surprising contract after a lengthy wait, how his agent Scott Boras is viewed in MLB circles right now, and if it matters given another client of his named Juan Soto will be eligible for a new deal after this 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.

Leafs Talk takes over Real Kyper and Bourne with Nick Kypreos away as JD Bunkis joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee in-studio. They start with the news that Bobby McMann has signed a 2-year, $1.25 million AAV deal, and they share their thoughts on the price, contract comparables and his future role. Then, they discuss the pressure on the core four and predictions for who will take the starting netminding job. Finally, the guys rank the Leafs' 'Team Bs' over the years and where the supporting cast this season stands amongst previous groups.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Marek, Host of The Jeff Marek Show and 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, gets into his favourite trade of the week so far, the NHL's salary cap and weaponizing the LTIR, plus who the Leafs could be shopping for (5:00). Nick Kypreos, Co-Host of Real Kyper and Bourne, breaks down how Kyle Dubas' transactions handcuffed the Leafs and the legitimacy of the latest rumours in Toronto (52:00). The gents end the show with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.    

JD starts the week with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' seven game winning streak. Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to discuss  the Leafs' potent powerplay, Mitch Marner's recent juice, where Bobby McMann fits, Sheldon Keefe's mindset, John Tavares' new role and Tyler Bertuzzi's importance (11:00).  Next, MLB Insider with FanSided, Robert Murry checks-in to breakdown Cody Bellinger's frugal contract, why the Blue Jays didn't beat the offer, if there will be repercussions for Bellinger's agent Scott Boras and free-agents left on the market (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.  

Brent Gunning and Jesse Rubinoff kick off Hour 3 alongside Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier! They chat about his iconic Lays commercial, how winning a Stanley Cup changes your life, who his favourite hockey player to watch currently is, and what's different in today's NHL compared to his era. Later on, Sam McKee of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne stops by to share his Super Bowl LVIII thoughts, plans and best bets (28:30). Later, the trio dive into the latest from LIV golf, the divide between the new league and the PGA, and what to expect from the Maple Leafs in the home stretch of the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD starts with his thoughts on the NHL All-Star festivities in Toronto before bringing on Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, to break down the winners and losers from the star-studded weekend (10:00). Geoff Pontes, prospect writer with Baseball America, joins the show to get into the details of BA's 2024 MLB prospect rankings and why the Blue Jays' farm system dropped nine spots from last season (50:00). JD and the gents finish the show with 'What We Missed!'  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

Brent Gunning and guest host Jesse Rubinoff head into the weekend revisiting last night's NHL All-Star Draft and looking ahead to what's next with friend of the show, Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk. The trio discuss the All-Star festivities in Toronto, before moving on to the impact of Elias Lindholm's trade to Vancouver. Next up, Dan Woike of the L.A. Times shares an update on the LeBron James and the Lakers after beating the East leading Celtics without ‘The King' (24:51). They look at the weird and interesting situation the team finds itself in with LBJ, if there is a circumstance where they could trade him ahead of the deadline, what the future for the ‘Purple and Gold' looks like with or without him, and what personal goals LeBron could be chasing before he hangs them 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up this week talking hockey with Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne and Leafs Talk! The trio share if they believe in Ilya Samsonov's resurgence or if the team should be in the market for another netminder, as well as Nick Robertson's role moving forward. Later on, Sportsnet's Michael Grange tees up tonight's Raptors-Clippers matchup, before looking at the long term plans and goals for this organization (26:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the final hour of today's FAN Morning Show with former NHLer, now co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, Nick Kypreos! He looks ahead to the Maple Leafs' upcoming matchup in Calgary to discuss some possible adjustments head coach Sheldon Keefe could make and what the future holds for both Keefe and GM Brad Treliving. Next the morning duo shift focus to the hardcourt and welcome on Tas Melas, co-host of the No Dunks podcast (26:58). Following yesterday's trade involving Pascal Siakam, Tas looks into where Siakam ranks on the all-time Raptors list and how he will be remembered here in Toronto, as well as what the future holds for the franchise now built around Scottie Barnes. 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, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins the first hour of the show. JD and Ben go over the aftershock of William Nylander's contract extension, before touching on the Blue Jays' disappointing off-season (5:00). Next, Nick Kypreos, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne, hops on with JD to discuss the nuances of Nylander's new deal, including the factors of advertising money, legacy and much more (50:00)! The gents end today's show with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hockey 2 Hell And Back welcomes Stanley Cup champion Nick Kypreos. Kypreos is joining Brady for the second time dating back to 2021. Currently Kypreos is the host of Real Kyper and Bourne a show on Sportsnet Monday-Friday from 4-6pm est. He is also a regular analyst on Sportsnet and a successful author among many other things! This episode will also be featured during Hockey Night In Canada's feature Hockey Day In Canada on January 20th 2024.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show re-setting on the Maple Leafs last night and the play of goaltender Martin Jones who saw a few bad bounces that led to Rangers goals. Next, they check in with a friend of the show, Real Kyper and Bourne producer and co-host of Leafs Talk, Sam McKee (28:16) for his thoughts on last night's game and the recent play of the beloved Blue & White. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD starts the show with a couple quick Raptors thoughts (00:00).  Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to discuss what they like about the Maple Leafs, what needs to be corrected and the defensive pairings moving forward (7:00).  Ben Lindbergh, Senior Editor at The Ringer and Host of FanGraphs Effectively Wild Podcast, joins JD to discuss his article outlining Shohei Ohtani's unprecedented contract (32:00). Next, Ty Dunne from GoLongTD.com, checks-in to discuss his breaking report about Head Coach Sean McDermott's outlandish 9/11 speech to the Buffalo Bills, where the Bills go from here and if there needs to be another chapter for Bill Belichick (55:00). The fellas end the week 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.

Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to debate if the Maple Leafs can repeat their strong performance against the Canucks and the biggest stories of the young season (5:00). JD then laments on the Argos' collapse in the CFL East Finals (25:00). Next, Brady Quinn, our Monday Morning Insider and former NFL quarterback, jumps on to tackle the latest: sympathy for Zach Wilson? Aaron Rodgers returning? Where the Chargers go next? Why is Josh Dobbs is the best story of the season? C.J. Stroud for MVP? And his updated thoughts on the 49ers, Ravens and Bill Belichick (50:00). JD and the gents end the show with 'What We Missed!'  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD Bunkis kicks off show sharing his excitement for the start of the NBA season. He then welcomes on 10-year NBA veteran and host of the new Point Forward podcast, Evan Turner, to get set for tonight's opening tip-off. Who is he most looking forward to seeing take the court this year? What are his thoughts on the Raptors? JD then offers his thoughts on the NLCS as the Phillies-Diamondbacks head to a decisive Game 7, before circling back to the Blue Jays' trade with Arizona over the offseason. Later on, Nick Kypreos, host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to talk through the Maple Leafs' goalie troubles to start the season and why Sheldon Keefe has been quick to make changes between the pipes. The guys close things out 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.

Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert wrap the week with Real Kyper in-studio as Nick Kypreos looks at the first few days of the NHL season, what he saw in the Leafs and why a player like Ryan Reaves is important. Over to the young stars and why there is a massive difference between someone like Knies and Minten. Next up, Chantal Minten, the mother of Maple Leafs' Fraser Minten on his rise to the NHL, the surprise text message he sent them about making the Leafs and what it's been like since they got the amazing news (25:27). We close the show with Most Cursed teams in sports on this Friday the 13th and 1 Toronto team makes the list!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 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Charles Davis - long-time friend of the show - checks in from Seattle to discuss Sunday's Seahawks-Panthers matchup, Bryce Young's potential absence from the lineup, the 49ers' dominant win over the Giants on Thursday night, Brock Purdy's ceiling as San Francisco's starting quarterback, Micah Parsons' MVP-calibre skill set, Cincinnati's 0-2 start, and Jonathan Taylor's lingering trade request. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Nick Kypreos (28:07), co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, to chat about Sheldon Keefe opening training camp with a conditioning skate, William Nylander's contract situation, why he's skeptical about Nylander's ability to thrive at centre, the potential merits of having Mitch Marner play down the middle, early impressions of Brad Treliving, and Steven Stamkos' contract stalemate with the Lightning. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate

JD starts the show discussing the AL wild card race and the meddling NY Giants (00:00). Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne,  joins JD to talk about the Maple Leafs upcoming season; fan apathy, measuring the newness, JD's theory about why Nylander is playing centre, and rating the blue line (12:00). 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.