Podcast appearances and mentions of rogers sports media

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling to discuss the weekend's games vs. the Chicago White Sox and reflect on the season to date where Toronto, according to FanGraphs, currently has a 14% chance of making the playoffs (32:07). Afterwards, Rays broadcaster Neil Solondz (51:15) talks starters Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez and Tampa getting swept by Boston over the weekend. Lastly, Canadian Atlanta Braves prospect Eric Hartman (1:14:40) talks about his season with the High-A Rome Emperors, adjustments going from each level in the minors and representing Canada in the future. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee open the second hour by breaking down the Blue Jays' return from the All-Star break. They focus on the team's ongoing offensive struggles, George Springer's role, Trey Yesavage's importance to the pitching staff, the possibility of becoming sellers, and the importance of the upcoming series against Tampa Bay and Boston. They also pay tribute to Duane Ward following news of his passing. Later, Sportsnet golf analyst Adam Stanley joins the show to discuss Ryan Fox's victory at Royal Birkdale, whether it signals a breakthrough or a one-off performance, the impact of marquee players on the tour, Bryson DeChambeau's controversial weekend, Rory McIlroy's comments, and the rivalry between the two golfers. 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 Sam McKee kick off the week by recapping Spain's World Cup victory! They break down all the action the final, Spain's dominant tournament run, their possession-heavy style, Argentina's physical play, and what the result means for Lionel Messi's legacy. They also look back on the tournament as a whole, discussing its impact on soccer in North America, Canada's performance, and the future expectations for the national team. After the break, the guys recap Ryan Fox's Open Championship win at Royal Birkdale. They highlight his impressive play and clutch finish, before diving into the controversy surrounding Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy's comments, and the disappointment of not seeing golf's biggest stars compete against each other again for some time. 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 Sam McKee wrap up Monday morning by chatting with Footy Prime co-host James Sharman about the World Cup finals. They discuss Spain's performance, Argentina's tactics, and Messi's future. The conversation shifts to England's semi-final disappointment and its parallels with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Will Canada host another World Cup? After the break, former MLB catcher Joe Siddall (25:11) analyzes the Blue Jays' series against the White Sox, addressing the offense's struggles, pitching performance, and the state of the bullpen. Does the team's performance matter if the offense remains stagnant? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sho Alli and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 3-0 shutout loss vs. the White Sox to drop the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and ask the question: have you seen enough from the team to know whether they should be buyers or sellers at the coming trade deadline? Can the Jays turn it around vs. the Rays and Red Sox, or is it already too late? They get into the offence continuing to look dismal more often than not, the team not having all phases firing at the same time, and get into Trey Yesavage's quality start. Plus, they remember iconic Blue Jays reliever Duane Ward, who passed away at the age of 62.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 1-0 win vs. the White Sox to even this series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and get to Shane Bieber's six shutout innings - was this his best start of the season, and what would Bieber turning his season around mean for the Jays moving forward in 2026? They get to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with a pair of hits including a double, Ernie Clement making some great defensive plays, and discuss the importance of the next two weeks against division opponents when it comes to the team's direction at the trade deadline. Plus, they chat the pre-game ceremonies honouring the back-to-back World Series champions in 1992 and 1993, and discuss the statue of Joe Carter being unveiled in front of the Rogers Centre.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 12-4 loss to the White Sox to open their three-game series at Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and discuss Spencer Miles' difficult second inning, the Jays continuing to squander important opportunities at the plate, and what direction the front office should take with the trade deadline approaching.   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.

FIFA analyst and former Canadian National Soccer team member Kara Lang (2:05) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of the World Cup Final on Sunday! She reflects on Canada putting on a show as hosts, the men's team's World Cup moment, whether Argentina can conjure more magic in the Final, how Spain can shut down Lionel Messi, and the tournament's most memorable moments. Then, Ailish and Justin check in on The Open Championship, with Bryson DeChambeau's two-stroke penalty headlining Round 2. Later, Sportsnet radio broadcaster Ben Shulman joins the show (30:27) with the Blue Jays back in action after the All-Star break. They discuss reasons to be optimistic about a potential Jays playoff berth, the team's crucial pre-deadline stretch ahead, and how they can start the second half strong against the Chicago White Sox. 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 previews the restart of the Blue Jays season and is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith (5:00) to dive into the team. JD and Ben discuss the prospect of Bo Bichette returning to the Blue Jays, how bad Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season has really been, who the Jays could target at or before the trade deadline, and which Jays players could garner legitimate returns.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are back after the MLB All-Star break! They take stock of the Blue Jays as they begin the second half before welcoming White Sox outfielder Tristan Peters (6:00) ahead of their series in Toronto. He discusses his path from being a 7th-round pick out of Winkler, Manitoba, to being selected to the All-Star team, the keys to the White Sox's success this season, his experience with the Savannah Bananas, and much more. Later, Jeff and Kevin discuss the Jays' keys to a second-half turnaround, their expectations for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Dylan Cease's performance in the All-Star Game, and the new-look Home Run Derby. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin their second hour listening to Blue Jays' manager John Schneider's pre-game availability ahead of their first series post-All-Star break against the visiting Chicago White Sox, updates on Max Scherzer, the next steps for Addison Barger, if Jesús Sánchez and Yimi Garcia are closer to a return, the implementation of putting two catchers in the lineup and second-half goals. Then, ESPN's and host of 'Sources Tell,' Jeff Passan joins the guys (27:05) to chat about the new format for the Home Run Derby, if U.S. politicians would involve themselves with ending of a potential work stoppage in the MLB, the trade market for Francisco Lindor, how aggressive Toronto could be at the deadline, and why the league is restricting the use of iPads in the dugouts.  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 is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the key factors in Toronto turning their season around. James Fegan (24:29) of Sox Machine discusses the upstart Tristan Peters, Miguel Vargas and the upstart White Sox. Afterwards, Dunedin Blue Jays manager Ryan Casteel (50:26) breaks down the increase in stolen bases on the team along with Jojo Parker, Jake Cook and Blaine Bullard. In the final segment, Tricia Whitaker (1:14:54) of Apple TV provides the national perspective on the Blue Jays and White Sox ahead of the matchup tonight on Apple television. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off Friday morning by celebrating the Toronto Blue Jays return of action tonight against the Chicago White Sox! They dive into the three major storylines they're watching closely in the second half, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s outlook heading down the stretch, the team's reliance on the bullpen, and how to get more length from the starters as the season progress. The guys also take a look at the statue of Joe Carter being unveiled on Sunday and ask which other Blue Jay would deserve a statue at Rogers Centre? After the break, the guys listen back to LeBron James' comments as he navigates his free agency and debate what factors are playing deciding roles that might not have earlier in his career. The guys question how long he will drag this out for and why is Adam Silver delaying the 2026-27 schedule release until LeBron decides. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein open this episode with a look at the freshly released 2026-27 NHL schedule. They discuss the marquee games kicking off the year on opening night, the inclusion of some 4:00 p.m. Monday games catered for European markets, and what part of the Maple Leafs schedule stood out most to them. Later, Toronto Sun golf writer Jon McCarthy joins the guys live from Royal Birkdale country club in England following the first round of the British Open. He shares what the course conditions are like, how Canadians Corey Conners and Nick Taylor are faring, and what would be the ideal Sunday pairing. After the break, the guys look ahead to Sunday's World Cup final and debate who has the edge between Argentina and Spain, the deciding factors other either side, the importance of scoring first, and the legacy stakes for Lionel Messi. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein welcome Toronto Blue Jays voice Dan Shulman to discuss several topics, including the potential naming of the home run dragon and the unveiling of the Joe Carter statue. They explore Buck Martinez's significance to the franchise and anticipate the Blue Jays' performance in the second half of the season, particularly focusing on player health and bullpen reliability. In the second segment, they chat with World Cup analyst Jordan Wilson (24:43) about key storylines in the upcoming finals, including Spain's ability to counter Argentina and the impact of the first goal. They also discuss Messi's legacy and the potential for a new star in Lamine Yamal. The episode wraps up with final predictions for the World Cup final. 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 kick off the second hour with Tim Reynolds (2:23)! They kick things off discussing the latest on Lebron's free agency decision, the Heat announcing Giannis as the newest member of the team, what the new look Miami Heat can accomplish this season, Brady Tkachuk joining the Florida Panthers, his time covering Bobrovsky and what we can expect from the Leafs new goaltender, whether Kawhi will be a Raptor, and much more! Later, Brandon Wile joins the show (28:05) to discuss how the Jays need to approach the deadline, what the fans want to see, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off discussing if there should be a 3rd Place Game In The World Cup.  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 Jon Morosi (2:05)! They discuss Steve Yzerman ending his tenure as GM of the Red Wings without a playoff appearance and what is next for Detroit. Then, they chat about Vladdy's confounding first half, if Bo Bichette's departure is part of Vladdy's struggles, the MLB trade deadline, and much more! Later, Ailish and Justin go to the text line to discuss the biggest sports losses that are entirely the fault of a team's head coach/manager, inspired by Thomas Tuchel's decisions in England's loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals. Finally, they discuss some of the notable NHL games from the league's schedule release! 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 England's late-game collapse and how the semi-final was relatable in the Toronto market. Jordan Shusterman, co-host of The Cespedes BBQ podcast, breaks down (10:00) why the MLB doesn't try harder to make the MLB draft into an entertaining event, why he's excited about the Blue Jays 2026 draft picks, and an update on the other Jays prospects.  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 is joined by Yang-Yi Goh of GQ Magazine to discuss ways style blends into baseball, his favourite Blue Jays merchandise and how fashion has been integrated into the brands of players. Afterwards, Joe Doyle (22:29) of Over-Slot Baseball breaks down how Toronto strategically drafted, their recent pick history + offers Gable Mitchell, Will Brick, Cole Carlon analysis. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off Thursday morning by recapping Argentina's comeback win over England to advance to the World Cup final! They break down what factored into Argentina's second half charge, what was behind England's collapse, and highlight Lionel Messi's impressive tournament run. The guys also take a moment to set up Sunday's final between Spain and Argentina, before debating who the Blue Jays biggest rivals are around the league. After the break, the guys look at the Red Wings decision to move on from GM Steve Yzerman, the timing of the move, and how it might impact Dylan Larkin and his pending trade request. The boys wrap up with thoughts on Macklin Celebrini being named the cover athlete for NHL 27 and speculate what his next contract might look like in San Jose. Could we see the first $20 million average annual player? 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein are joined by Sportsnet's Adam Stanley to tee up the opening round of the Open Championship! Adam shares the storylines to watch heading into this weekend, which player's game best fits this course, the legacy stakes for Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlory, what to expect from Bryson DeChambeau, which Canadian we should keep our eyes on, and more! Later, Canadian national team and Toronto FC defender Richie Laryea joins the show recap his experience with Canada at the World Cup! He talks about what it was like playing at home in front of Canadian fans, Jesse Marsch's impact from the sidelines, the next steps for the program after such a successful tournament, embracing the role of an enforcer, and Stephen Eustáquio's magic moment against South Africa. The guys wrap up the conversation by looking at TFC's return to action tonight against CF Montréal. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein wrap up Thursday by chatting with former Blue Jays player Chris Colabello about his memories of the Blue Jays-Rangers rivalry and expectations for the second half of the season. They discuss Vladdy Guerrero Jr.'s performance and potential adjustments needed for improvement. Afterward, One Soccer analyst Oliver Platt (25:53) joins to share his insights on the recent semifinals, his picks between Spain and Argentina, and the performance of England under Tomas Tuchel. They also discuss Harry Kane's future and predictions for the 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 affiliate.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the second hour with Sportsnet's Faizal Khamisa (1:00) following England's stunning collapse to Argentina in the World Cup Semi-finals. They break down how much of the loss is on Thomas Tuchel, what to make of Lionel Messi's continued dominance, Lamine Yamal's resume and health ahead of the Final, and much more! Then, ahead of the Open kicking off tomorrow, Sirius XM's Michael Breed (29:19) joins the show! They discuss what to expect from the course and why it's a different style of golf, Rory McIlroy's outlook, whether Tommy Fleetwood can come through in his home tournament, the chip on Scottie Scheffler's shoulders, 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 kick things off by reacting to England's epic collapse to Argentina at the World Cup. Then, Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup-winning defenceman Sean Walker (4:42) joins the show! They discuss his early days as Ailish's teammate in Keswick, what his plans are with the Stanley Cup, what other teams around the league can learn from the Hurricanes, Jordan Staal's importance to the team, how Rod Brind'Amour was able to guide his team over the hump, and much more! Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the GM change in Detroit with Yzerman staying with the organisation in a new role, what can be learned from his tenure as the Red Wings GM, landing spots for Patrick Kane, 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 reacts to new reports about the NBA's investigation on Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. Joseph Casciaro, NBA reporter at theScore, joins JD (5:00) to get into the moving parts of the investigation, the best and worst case scenarios for both Leonard and the Raptors, Adam Silver's "hope" that the investigation will be resolved by the end of summer, and Collin Murray-Boyles' hand injury. JD touches on Brandon Pridham joining Kyle Dubas' front office, before reacting to breaking news of Steve Yzerman stepping down as the Head of Hockey Operations for the Detroit Red Wings (35:00).  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.

Blake Murphy is joined by FanGraphs' Michael Baumann to discuss the All-Star events and provides an overview of 2026 MLB Draft talent pool. Afterwards, Kansas City Royals field co-ordinator Scott Thorman (29:36) discusses his Canadian roots, role with the Royals, and his reaction to learning he was a role model for Joey Votto. Baseball America's Carlos Collazo (50:04) evaluates which teams had good drafts, Toronto's new prospects and Brendan Lawson, who's projected to be the No.1 prospect in the 2027 MLB Draft. Lastly, Bradford William Davis (1:20:42) of readeyeblack.com talks about how MLB baseball has changed, ways sports games are getting worse and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off Wednesday morning with thoughts on last night's MLB All-Star Game! They discuss how the game translated as a fan watching from home, Dylan Cease's perfect first inning striking out the side, and Ernie Clement's defensive gem to rob Andy Pages of a hit. The boys also touch on Toronto's appeal to host an All-Star Game in the future and last night's standouts from outside the Blue Jays, before investigating the latest CBA talk concerning MLB players playing in the Olympics. Later, Daniele and Zack look back on Spain's 2-0 victory over France to move onto the World Cup final, as well as set up today's clash between England and Argentina. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein wrap up the morning with Shi Davidi from Philadelphia, discussing the all-star game. They delve into Philly's reception, the home run derby format, and the game itself, covering topics like the long duration, the Blue Jays' performance, and John Schneider's management. They speculate on the Blue Jays' second half: will they find offensive strength and what will guide their trade decisions? Later, Sportsnet.ca World Cup writer John Molinaro (23:26) joins to discuss Spain's defensive solidity, their game control, and the challenges posed by England and Argentina. They consider Harry Kane's underrated talent and England's strategy to counter Messi, plus thoughts on World Cup expansion. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein open this episode with thoughts on NBA commissioner Adam Silver's comments about Kawhi Leonard's pending trade to the Raptors. They discuss when we can expect a resolution to be reached, where it leaves the Raptors in the meantime, and if there's a chance Kawhi does not suit up for the team next season. The guys also hear from NBA insider Shams Charania about the latest on LeBron James' free agency and the top destinations for him around the league, Later, Joe House (26:28) of the Ringer Podcast Network joins the show to preview the upcoming British Open! They discuss the intricacies of links golf, the players to keep an eye on this weekend, the importance of this tournament for Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlory, and the disappointing year for the Canadians on tour 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Steve Ceruti (2:23) to recap Spain's win over France to advance to the World Cup Final! They discuss Spain's path to the final, who is the more favourable matchup for Spain between England and Argentina, the Jude Bellingham narrative changes leading into the tournament up until now, his thoughts on expanding the tournament once again, and much more! Then, former Toronto Blue Jays All-Star Ricky Romero joins the show (28:27) to tee up the MLB All-Star Game! They break down the Home Run Derby and Walker's path to taking home the title, the new format, and more. Later, they look ahead to Dylan Cease starting for the American League In The All-Star Game, his memories at the ASG, what we need to see from Vladdy after electing to skip the ASG, 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 kick off the second hour with Shi Davidi (2:19) live in Philly ahead of the MLB Midsummer Classic! They discuss what to expect from John Schneider's AL Squad, what starting means for Dylan Cease, whether Toronto will be getting an ASG down the road, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin go to the text line to hear the sports hills you will die on! They discuss the best hockey player of all time, Pennant winners getting championship rings, and much more. Then, they end things off with a post-ASG Blue Jays season preview and discuss which young NHL Stars might overtake Leo Carlsson's record-setting contract. 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 and breaks down the Blue Jays' last weekend before the All-Star break, UFC 329 and the continued World Cup action. JD talks about the Jays disappointing first half of the season and what the team needs to improve for the rest of the 2026 season and moving forward into 2027. Then (16:00), JD touches on Connor McGregor's disaster fight, how the ending of his career will be remembered and where the UFC goes from there. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (36:00) 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Davy Andrews of FanGraphs to recap the Home Run Derby and the All-Star festivities. Following that, former MLB player Hunter Pence (25:33) discusses broadcasting the Derby with Netflix, the contrasting styles of home run hitters and keys to Toronto turning their season around. Afterwards, Keith Law (50:29) of the Athletic talks 2026 Blue Jays draft picks in Cole Carlon and Will Brick in addition to Jojo Parker, Nolan Perry and other standouts from the 2026 MLB Futures Game. Lastly, Canadian musician Darrian Gerrard (1:21:18) discusses her love of softball growing up, passion for music and her latest song “going through it.” 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off this episode with a look ahead to tonight's MLB All-Star Game. They dive into the atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park, Dylan Cease's start for the American League, Ernie Clement rounding out the batting order, and John Schneider adding fuel to the fire of the Yankees-Blue Jays rivalry. Later, the guys present their first half Blue Jays awards including MVP, biggest surprise, and the "Robbie Ray award" for biggest second half resurgence. Next, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi stops by to share his takeaways from the Home Run Derby, Philadelphia as a host city, and if Toronto's renovated ballpark could attract future the All-Star festivities. Jon also details his Blue Jays first half takeaways, before projecting the MLB trade deadline with thoughts on the impact of ongoing labour disputes and a tight AL Wild Card race on the market. The guys wrap up the hour with a preview of today's World Cup semi-final matchup between France and Spain! 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off the hour with Footy Prime's James Sharman. They discuss last week's Quarter Finals, including England's surprising win over Norway and whether this might be their year. They preview today's semi-finals, particularly the anticipated clash between Spain and France, and analyze key players. Sharman shares his thoughts on England's match against historic rival Argentina and strategies to contain Messi. Next, MLB Network's Adnan Virk (25:37) joins to discuss the home run derby and the atmosphere in Philadelphia. He also talks about the potential for Toronto to host an all-star game and how Justin Verlander should be utilized tonight. The hour closes with listener text line interactions. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off Tuesday morning by recapping last night's Home Run Derby! The boys share their thoughts on how the new format translated on TV and highlight Jordan Walker's strong finish to win the title. They also dive into the American League All-Star lineup released by John Schneider, Dylan Cease getting the ball to start, and expectations for tonight's midsummer classic. Later, the guys try to describe the first half of the Blue Jays' season using only one word, before setting up the World Cup semi-finals! They gauge the stakes for the four nations remaining, set up today's clash between France and Spain, debate the idea of expanding the tournament to 64 teams, 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.

In this special interview edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte sits down with Leo Carlsson's agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the process that led to Leo Carlsson signing the richest contract in NHL history via a blockbuster offer sheet. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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 off Hour 2 with Sportsnet's James Sharman (1:42) ahead of the World Cup Semi-finals! They break down the World Cup conspiracy theories, the rivalry between England and Argentina, whether it could really be “coming home” for England, and the narratives surrounding Bellingham and his growth on the national stage. Then, they dive into Spain and France's semi-final matchup, Rodri's incredible World Cup so far, which team is the more battle-tested to this point, what we need to see from Lamine Yamal, what an expanded World Cup could look like, and more. Later, ESPN's Paul Biancardi joins the show (32:09) to discuss the biggest talking points around NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Raptors rookie Allen Graves' strong showing, why Jaden Bradley was a great pick for the Raptors, Dybantsa vs. Peterson, an early look at the 2027 NBA Draft, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with former Toronto Blue Jays All-Star Vernon Wells (2:10)! They discuss how the Home Run Derby has changed over the years, his experience competing at the event, Vladdy's season with Toronto, how the team has looked since their World Series run last season, and much more! Then, Ailish and Justin go through the new Home Run Derby format, their picks to win the event, and more. Later, they discuss the World Cup semi-finals with Jude Bellingham taking charge for England, whether the World Cup should consider expansion yet again, the biggest storylines from the tournament, why Argentina has become the villain, 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 is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Jojo Parker's play in the 2026 Futures Game along with Cole Carlon, Will Brick and others taken by the Blue Jays in the 2026 MLB Draft. Jon Morosi (27:44) of the MLB Network previews tonight's Home Run Derby and where Toronto stands in the American League playoff race. Afterwards, Ben Clemens (51:06) joins to introduce FanGraphs' new Prospect Valuation Method and why it's useful in assessing talent. He also gives a sneak peak into his annual Trade Value Series ahead of the approaching MLB Trade Deadline (1:31:11). 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.

Roger Lajoie and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Padres in the rubber match at Petco Park. They take your calls and texts, and discuss Jeff Hoffman and that costly eighth inning, the Jays' inconsistent play and struggles in close games throughout the first half, and whether the roster has shown enough to warrant additions ahead of the trade 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.

Zack Bodenstein and Daniele Francesch kick off hour 3 The FAN Morning Show with former NHL goaltender Glenn Healy to break down evolving goalie styles, Sergei Bobrovsky and Daniel Alfredsson joining the Leafs, Ottawa's perspective, and what it means to play in Toronto. Later, the guys discuss MLB All-Star Week, Dylan Cease starting over Cam Schlittler, and whether pitchers should earn longer outings based on performance. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein begin the second hour live from Coppinwood Golf Club at the NHLAA Golf Classic! They break down the latest on Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors, discussing the status of the trade, its potential implications, Kawhi's contract situation, possible next steps, and the NBA's investigation. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays contributor Kaitlyn McGrath (25:22) joins the show to recap the Blue Jays' weekend series in San Diego, assess the team's first half, discuss Dylan Cease's upcoming All-Star Game start, and examine the club's approach to the trade deadline amid ongoing labour uncertainty. 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off the week live from Coppinwood Golf Club for the NHL Alumni Association Golf Classic! They break down the Blue Jays' series loss to the Padres and assess the team's outlook heading into the All-Star break, including the impact of Kazuma Okamoto's breakout season, Jeff Hoffman's recent usage, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s resurgent power. The conversation then shifts to whether the Blue Jays are legitimate American League contenders, their trade deadline outlook, and Dylan Cease being named the All-Star Game starter. This hour wraps with a look at the World Cup semi-final matchups, Tom Kim's win at the Scottish Open, and what to expect ahead of this week's British 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.

Zack Bodenstein and Daniele Francesch kick off hour 4 of The FAN Morning Show with Luke Gazdic to reflect on his NHL career and the top golfers from the NHL Alumni Classic. Later, Paul Coffey joins the show to discuss the NHL Alumni Association, the evolution of the game, standout defencemen, and Darnell Nurse's trade. Jeff Beukeboom joins the guys to share his scouting process, the impact of the Alumni Association, and growing up in small-town hockey. The guys wrap up the show with the Blue Jays' looming trade deadline decisions (29:18). 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 affiliate.

Roger Lajoie breaks down the Blue Jays' 8-7 loss vs. the Padres at Petco Park. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to Trey Yesavage and the pitching staff issuing 11 walks overall. He also discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s game-tying three-run homer and the offence showing signs of life, and where the Jays stand in the American League Wild Card race heading into the final game before the All-Star Break. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with the newest head coach of the Toronto Marlies, Steve Sullivan (1:10)! They discuss his new role as head coach with the Marlies, his goals with the team this season before getting promoted to the Maple Leafs, Mark Giordano's appointment on his staff, his relationship with John Chayka during their time in Arizona, his unique background in the sport, and much more! Then, Kevin Barker joins the show (26:50) to discuss the Jays' final series before the All-Star Game! They break down Vladdy skipping the ASG, how the Jays will approach the trade deadline, his draft memories, and much more! Ailish and Jesse end things off by discussing Victor Wembanyama signing a massive extension with the Spurs! 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 Morroco's loss to France and what it makes him feel about Canada Soccer and teases UFC 329. JD and Sportsnet's Michael Grange then get into the news of the NBA putting the Raptors and Clippers trade for Kawhi Leonard on hold until their investigation into the Clippers cap circumvention (10:00). JD asks Grange if the Raptors could have gotten a better deal for Leonard considering the stress the Clippers are under, what could happen if Leonard's contract is voided as punishment from the NBA, why it's taking so long for the NBA to come to a conclusion to their investigation, and how this could ultimately benefit the Raptors. The week 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.  

Blue Jays analyst Madison Shipman (1:15) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to look at the importance of their final series before the All-Star break, Shane Bieber vs. the Padres in San Diego, Alejandro Kirk's recent at-bats, George Springer in the clean-up spot, home run props, Kazuma Okamoto performing above expectations, and if there are any concerns with Daulton Varsho. Then, the guys head to the Back Leg Line to hear listeners' calls, including Max Scherzer's future, if it changes now with the announcement that Justin Verlander will retire at the end of the year, the lack of 'blockbuster' trades, 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 this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all 32 NHL clubs as they put a bow on each team's season before the summer break: Anaheim (3:00) Boston (19:00) Buffalo (26:00) Calgary (33:00) Carolina (40:00) Chicago (48:00) Colorado (54:00) Columbus (1:01:00) Dallas (1:11:00) Detroit (1:17:00 Edmonton (1:25:00) Florida (1:34:00) Los Angeles (1:40:00) Minnesota (1:45:00) Montreal (1:51:00) Nashville (2:00:00) Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (2:03:28). New Jersey (2:20:55) New York Islanders (2:30:16) New York Rangers (2:39:22) Ottawa (2:46:50) Philadelphia (2:56:01) Pittsburgh (3:07:01) San Jose (3:14:06) Seattle (3:19:46) St. Louis (3:27:05) Tampa Bay (3:32:17) Toronto (3:38:03) Utah (3:46:31) Vancouver (3:51:55) Vegas (3:57:22) Washington (4:04:07) Winnipeg (4:09:11) Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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