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Hour 3 of The Big Show with Rose & Krahn is on demand! To kick off hour 3 the gang is joined by the Voice of the Flames on Sportsnet, Jon Abbott! Jon takes the guys through the Flames recent form and discusses what the team needs to do to have success against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers tonight!(20:10) Later on, The guys are joined by Hockey Calgary's Kevin Kobelka! Kevin breaks down and keeps us updated on everything going on in Minor Hockey in the City of Calgary! Then to close the show we talk about whatever you guys, the listeners want to talk about!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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Brenden Escott is joined by Logan Gordon from Sportsnet 960 in Calgary to preview the pre-Christmas Battle of Alberta. Learn about Calgary's season so far, Zayne Parekh and what to expect from him at the World Juniors as he suits up for Canada and much more. Follow Logan on X (@Fan960Logan). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off the final hour of the morning alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox! Luke shares his thoughts on the firing of Marc Savard, the current state of the power play, if coaching or player execution is to blame, and what this situation means for Craig Berube's job security. They also examine how Toronto's style of play meshes with the personnel on the roster and if the disconnect between the head coach and the team can be resolved. After the break, Trey Wingo (26:16) of the Straight Facts Homie podcast, takes a look back on an eventful Week 16 in the NFL. The conversation covers what Trey saw from the 49ers last night, their status as Super Bowl contenders despite injuries, the parity at the top of the NFL, the importance of the bye week heading into the postseason, and his thoughts on two of the league's more disappointing teams this year: the Lions and Ravens. They also discuss what happened to Derrick Henry at the end of that game and whether Trey feels differently about the Patriots after their win over the Ravens. Roger and Sho close out Tuesday morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day!Happy Holidays! Thanks for listening - we'll see you in the New Year!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.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli open Tuesday morning by discussing the Maple Leafs' decision to fire assistant coach Marc Savard. They dive into what the change could means for the struggling power play, where responsibility lies between coaches and players, and whether further bench or roster changes could follow. They also compare management approaches under Kyle Dubas and Brad Treliving and react to fan feedback from Toronto on whether the move was justified. The conversation then shifts to the Leafs' matchup with the Penguins this afternoon, examining Pittsburgh's direction, the futures of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, and how close the Penguins may be to major organizational change.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.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off the second hour of the morning by recapping Monday night football between the 49ers and the Colts. With the AFC and NFC playoff picture basically set at this point, they discuss which teams have been the most surprising this year and which have been the most disappointing. They also look ahead to what is in store for both the Lions and Ravens going into the offseason. Roger and Sho then listen back to Ken Rosenthal's comments on Foul Territory about what the Blue Jays could be doing in the offseason, including discussion around the team's biggest need on the infield and how Alex Bregman could help. They also talk about whether it becomes a Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman situation and which player the Jays should prioritize. After the break, the guys welcome Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (25:55), who shares his thoughts on the team's recent struggles. They discuss whether the absence of RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl gives the team more leeway in evaluating recent performances, how their Eastern Conference standing has been affected, and whether the team is worthy of taking a big swing to add talent.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 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector to tee up the Battle of Alberta, would he play Trent Frederic tonight, we chatted with Victory+ TV's Frank Seravalli to take you around the NHL & more, plus Olympic Gold Medalist Lori-Ann Muenzer to talk the mental side for Trent Frederic, & Connor Ingram! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector to tee up the Battle of Alberta, would he play Trent Frederic tonight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas is joined by Sportsnet draft and prospects expert Jason Bukala to bring the latest on the upcoming 2026 World Juniors! Jason brings his breakdowns of what he's seen from Calgary's Zayne Parekh and Cole Reschny, draft prospects Ivar Stenberg and Gavin McKenna, and his impression of the 2026 draft class as a whole!(24:21) On another edition of Headlines, Cam Hughes and Patrick Dumas go through all the days' top news stories and get you up to speed on what you need to know from around the sporting world!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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off Monday morning by breaking down the Maple Leafs' winless road trip. The guys assess the level of concern around the team, including the play of Auston Matthews and William Nylander, Craig Berube's job security, the impact of injuries, and what kind of changes should be considered. They also discuss whether the mediocrity of the Atlantic Division eases some of the panic. The conversation then shifts to the Toronto Raptors' difficult weekend, featuring losses to the Celtics and Nets. They discuss if we need to reevaluate our expectations of this team, their place in the Eastern Conference, the roster depth behind Jakob Poeltl, and the potential offensive boost from RJ Barrett's return. After the break, Roger and Sho open the text-line to hear your takes to the Leafs' weekend, Berube's future, Matthews' trade value, 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.

Roger and Sho open the second hour by welcoming Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! He breaks down the Leafs' disappointing weekend to wrap up the road trip and rough first half of the season, including injuries, goaltending, coaching, and overall direction. They then turn to the text-line to gauge how fans think the team should proceed this year. After the break, the focus shifts to the Red Sox acquiring Willson Contreras to discuss the strengthened AL East and concerns about the Blue Jays' lack of position player additions.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.

Roger and Sho open the final hour by welcoming Michael Traikos, digital manager at the Hockey News. He breaks down what's gone wrong for the Maple Leafs, what needs to change, the likelihood of a coaching move, and whether there's still time to climb the Atlantic standings. They also discuss the play of Auston Matthews and William Nylander and potential changes to the core if the season slips away, before reacting to some listener texts on the team's next steps. After the break, theScore's Brenden Deeg (26:10) joins to analyze a wild weekend in the NFL. He dives into the Patriots' win over the Ravens, questions around Lamar Jackson and Baltimore, the chaotic Lions–Steelers finish, Mike Tomlin's legacy, Trevor Lawrence's rise, AFC playoff implications, and the Bills' performance. The show wraps up with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day!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 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and we checked in with a new edition of In or Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing the Oilers' weekend games and Connor Ingram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 3 of The Big Show with Rusic & Krahn is on demand. To kick off hour 3 the guys are joined by the voice of the Calgary Flames on SN 960, Derek Wills! Derek helps us break down the Flames 4-2 win over the Seattle Kraken last night. Then Derek Tells us who he thinks has been the Flames most consistent player this year. Lastly he discusses some Flames players that could be on the way out.(24:48) Later on, We play some bad Christmas music from a Sportsnet personality and ask the question: Who from SN 960 should team up for a Christmas Album? To close we have plays of the week!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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

JD reacts to Craig Berube's post-game comments and thinks the Maple Leafs bench boss has reached a boiling point (00:00). James Palmer, NFL insider and co-host of Scoop City, breaks down (12:00) potentially the greatest Thursday night football game ever, the NFL's MVP race, Josh Allen's season, if he thinks the Kansas City Chiefs will take a step back before taking a step forward, and the biggest Week 16 questions. JD and Producer Armen wrap up with a chat about the Raptors being linked to more trade rumours (43:30). 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.

Rick Bowness, who has coached the most games in NHL history, joins JD to discuss Craig Berube's post-game comments and explains a coaches perspective when dealing with a lack of compete level. Bowness details what a disconnected and lifeless team can do to turn the compete level up a notch, the nuances between being a first and second year coach, if a team can implement 'nastiness' when the leadership core doesn't have that in their game, what a coach yelling on the bench really means, and how to balance the fine line of competition. JD reacts to Bowness' comments and explains his confusion about the Leafs leadership group. The last show of 2025 ends with 'What We Missed!' (26:00)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.   

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Ben Ennis and Sho Alli close out the week by welcoming Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne. He breaks down the Maple Leafs' recent performance against the Capitals, the state of the team this season, Craig Berube's job security, and the impact of coaching on the roster. The discussion also touches on the future of Auston Matthews and his potential trade value, Tom Wilson's Team Canada case, and what changes could help spark the Leafs. After the break, MLB Network's Adnan Virk (25:11) joins the show to discuss Bo Bichette's positional future, how his market is shaping up, the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, and the Blue Jays bullpen options. Adnan also shares his take on the Oscars moving to YouTube in 2029, before we wrap up the week with the Canadian Sport Moment of the Day.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 Sho Alli open the second hour by welcoming NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis to break down the last night's Rams–Seahawks matchup. They dive into Sam Darnold's resilience and impact in Seattle, where Matt Stafford stands in the MVP race, and the Seahawks' ceiling this season. They also take some time to discuss the headlines surrounding Puka Nacua this week, before previewing Patriots vs. Ravens, what it means for New England, and the potential ripple effects for the Bills. After the break, Paul Jones (23:37), Raptors radio broadcaster on Sportsnet 590, joins the guys to analyze Toronto's latest win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Paul shares his thoughts on the team's consistency, Brandon Ingram's play, and Jakob Poeltl's health, before debating if the Raps should pursue big-name additions or continue developing organically.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 Sho Alli wrap up the week by breaking down a listless Maple Leafs performance against the Capitals. They discuss Craig Berube's standing after the 4-0 loss, the lack of accountability within the team's core, the players' effort level, and Berube's comments on the power play and media approach. After the break, they shift to the Raptors' win over the Bucks and share their impressions of Brandon Ingram, Jakob Poeltl's health, roster construction with limited size, and evolving expectations for the team in the East. The hour closes with reactions to a wild Thursday night in the NFL including Sam Darnold's status and the Seahawks' legitimacy as contenders.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.

Sportsnet 650's Brendan Batchelor joins the show ahead of the Canucks matchup against the Islanders tonight. They talk about some of the storylines to focus on moving forward and some of the younger players that have stood out so far. Drance and Jamie breakdown the merits of a rebuild and how they can learn from the San Jose Sharks. Dimitri Filipovic of The PDOcast stops by to break down a potential Team Canada Olympic roster for 2026.  This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In Hour 1 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and our Friday co-host, former CFLer Eddie Steele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (4:51) to chat about some of the reasons why the Winnipeg Jets' offence has struggled outside of their top line, where he sees areas the team can improve, the Jets not being able to match the speed of other NHL teams, the decrease in minutes for Jonathan Toews, the difficulties of building around the team while committing to long-term deals with their core players, and why the Jets could be on the verge of losing out on a playoff spot in their games rounding out December. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the 'next moves' from Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin, the new owners of the Pittsburgh Penguins, and for Peter DeBoer.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, chat about being a host during the holidays, Bo Bichette starting to tell teams he's open to moving to second base and what it means for the Blue Jays, their gut feelings remaining MLB free agents, and Kevin Durant's comments about his 2019 NBA Finals injury. 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 of Real Kyper and Bourne joins JD get into the different mental and media approaches of athletes, Auston Matthews' relationship with fans, the challenges and benefits of a “reset” for the Maple Leafs, and the ever-evolving sport media landscape. The show ends with ‘What We Missed!' (39:00) 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.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour by welcoming Joe Thomas, NFL Hall of Fame left tackle. He shares his insights on some key Week 16 storylines including Rams vs. Seahawks, the NFC and AFC landscapes, some standout defenders and quarterback situations around the league, and his own career comparisons. After the break, they're joined by the co-host of The FAN Hockey Show and two-time Stanley Cup champion, Mike Futa (24:15)! He breaks down the Maple Leafs recent form, Auston Matthews' play, the team's brewing leadership concerns, and more! Ben and Brent wrap up today's show with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday morning by sharing their last-minute Christmas shopping still needing to be done, before turning to the Blue Jays' holiday wish list. They look into the impact of Bo Bichette potentially playing second base and how that affects his value and Toronto's plans. They also discuss the controversy around the Seattle Kraken and Lane Lambert limiting media questions to team employees. After the break, the guys break down NFL news heading into Week 16, including the Dolphins benching Tua Tagovailoa and what it could mean for his future, as well as Joe Burrow's recent comments and growing uncertainty surrounding his long-term outlook with the Bengals.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing Auston Matthews' relationship with Maple Leafs fans. They touch on his recent emotional reaction after scoring, growing market pressure, health concerns, trade value, and whether he has reached his limit in Toronto. They also debate whether the Blue Jays risk losing Bo Bichette by waiting on Kyle Tucker's market to develop. After the break, Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala (25:32) joins to break down Team Canada's win over Sweden, their outlook heading into the World Juniors, and expectations around Gavin McKenna. The conversation then shifts back to the Leafs' matchup with the Capitals, Matthews' recent play, potential trade scenarios, possible disconnects between coaching and players, and whether deeper, long-standing issues continue to hold the team back.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show from Boston to preview tonight's Oilers-Bruins game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by NHL on Sportsnet host David Amber in-studio (0:26) to chat about general manager Bill Guerin turning the Minnesota Wild into a destination for NHL players with the bold move of trading for Quinn Hughes. Then, they discuss if Connor McDavid can surpass Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux in points per game in the regular season, whether Connor Bedard's injury could impact his spot on Team Canada, who would round out the Olympic roster, and the state of the Canadian NHL teams before the holiday break. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee look at the St. Louis Blues roster and landing spots for some of their players, if Jordan Binnington can earn another big contract, and the Pittsburgh Penguins selling the franchise to the Hoffmann family. 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 Maple Leafs' poor performance through 40 minutes last night, and if their comeback against the Chicago Blackhawks meant anything (00:00). Jason Bukala, former professional scout and NHL analyst at Sportsnet, breaks down what he saw from the Leafs volatile play, what he's learned about the Leafs, Canada's outlook going into the World Juniors, and Gavin McKenna's opportunity to prove doubters wrong (12:00). JD then discusses the Red Sox' offseason and José Berríos' comments to MLB Network (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. 

Kevin Woodley, "Goalie Guru" and writer for InGoal Magazine, joins JD to evaluate what he's seen from the Maple Leafs goaltenders; Anthony Stolarz, Joseph Woll, and Dennis Hildeby. Woodley details what he's liked from Woll this season, Hildeby's potential floor and ceiling, and how he viewed the goaltender swap of Tristan Jarry and Stuart Skinner. The show ends with 'What We Missed'! (34:30) 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.  

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Wednesday morning by recapping the Maple Leafs' wild win over the Blackhawks. They highlight Auston Matthews' much-needed third period power play goal, Craig Berube's message to the team, and Joseph Woll's play in his return from injury. They also reflect on “Holy Mackinaw Night" at Scotiabank Arena and the tribute to play-by-play voice Joe Bowen in his final season in the booth. After the break, the guys discuss the New York Knicks winning the NBA Cup, what it means for the fan base, and the legitimacy of cup competitions in North American sports. The boys wrap up with thoughts on a recent interview from Cody Ponce which featured his love of Star Wars, sparking a debate on the nerdiest position in sports.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 alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs general manager and friend of the show! Gord shares his thoughts on the Leafs' win over the Blackhawks last night, including their third period comeback, Auston Matthews' emotional response to the fans, the state of the power play after finally scoring, and how much the team can rely on Joseph Woll down the stretch. Gord also discusses "Holy Mackinaw Night" honoring of Joe Bowen and reflects on some of Joe's great calls throughout the years. Ben and Brent then chat about the idea that Craig Berube's criticism may have motivated Auston Matthews and whether that kind of approach is needed consistently. After the break (30:50), the guys look at how the Knicks celebrated winning the NBA Cup and debate whether it was fair or foul. The guys also react to Jim Bowden's comments about team allegiance, discuss whether his take is correct or offensive to fans, explore whether people who work in sports truly understand fandom, and consider whether it's possible to truly switch teams.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 finish off the morning by welcoming NHL insider Frank Seravalli from Victory+. Frank shares his thoughts on the win yesterday over the Chicago Blackhawks and discusses Auston Matthews' recent play, if Craig Berube calling him out played a role, what it will take for Matthews to return to the conversation as the best player in the league, and what has happened to the aura surrounding him. They explore whether the issue is physical or something bigger, including the possibility of a DNA change as Brad Treliving previously hinted at. Frank also weighs in on whether Matthews would still be the choice as Team USA's captain for the Olympics. The guys then get into the Canucks' decision to move on from Quinn Hughes and whether they sees him in Minnesota long-term. Later, Sam McKee (26:19) of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne shares his thoughts on the Leafs' comeback last night. He chats about if the win changed his feelings about the team's long-term outlook, the constant cycle of believing this could be the turning point, and Matthews' form of late. The guys close out the morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.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 w/ Rusic & Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are joined by the Voice of the Flames on Sportsnet, Jon Abbott! Jon takes the guys through the Flames recent play. Then he talks about the goaltending tandem, and the improved play of Yegor Sharangovich and much more!(22:11) Later on, The guys have their final day of their 12 Days of Christmas by having people come in live and sing Christmas Carols to us!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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off looking ahead to a much anticipated NBA Cup Final between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks before bringing on MSG Network and ESPN's Mike Breen to take a deeper dive in the buy-in from the players and fans for the league's in-season tournament, what it could mean for the Knicks and it's fanbase to raise a Cup trophy and banner, the pressure to win in New York, and the rise of Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Then, Justin and Jesse touch on the first meeting between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Edmonton Oilers since swapping goaltenders while getting Sportsnet.ca's Mark Spector's thoughts on Brett Kulak being included in the trade to the Pens and where does the focus shift in Edmonton's front office. 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 opens today's show reacting to Auston Matthews' comments at practice, before diving into what was supposed to be his comeback season and the idea of moving William Nylander to Matthews' line (00:00). Maple Leafs defensemen, Troy Stecher, joins the show to chat about his newfound success with the Leafs, and his relationships with Chris Tanev and Jake McCabe (15:00). JD and Producer Armen then chat about the Raptors win and the unofficial opening of the trade season (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.  

Dallas Braden, former MLB pitcher and now co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast, joins JD to break down what Dylan Cease brings, the challenges of adding a new pitch, how the Trajekt machine increases the importance of adding a new pitch, Cody Ponce's biggest challenge transitioning from overseas to the MLB, the potential clubhouse affect(s) caused by José Berríos not being with the team in the World Series, and Chris Bassitt as a teammate. 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.  

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He is one of the top analysts in hockey and is never shy about voicing his opinion. Neil and Vic welcome ESPN/Sportsnet's Ray Ferraro to the show to discuss the recent trades and other league news.We'll hit our usual Three Things You need to Pay Attention to at the top of the program with a nod to the latest to the 1000 point club and, after speaking with Ray, we'll hit on a couple of offbeat items - one having to do with a team record book and the other focusing on how you may begin to see the NHL differently as soon as next season.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:28] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To[10:12] - ESPN/Sportsnet analyst Ray Ferraro is welcomed to the show and opens with his love for what he does post-playing career, both as a TV analyst and podcaster.[15:45] - The rise and fall of the Vancouver Canucks - from two seasons ago where the team was a division leader to one now on an apparent re-build.[23:26] - The Vancouver media is one of the loudest around the NHL and its potential impact on, perhaps, advancing the urgency of the trade of captain Quinn Hughes.[26:25] - Looking at the deal from the Minnesota side. Are they truly going to be able to compete in April with the heavyweights not only in Western Conference but even in their own division.[30:18] - Neil backs up one of Ray's points about the timing and types of players a GM looks for at during certain times during the season.[33:37] - Ray weighs in on the Edmonton-Pittsburgh goalie swap.[36:52] - What the hell's going on in New York? Ray adds to the hosts earlier discussion on the Sabres first.[40:39] - Ray speaks on another team trying to find its way, the Rangers. Is there a true strategy there?[46:22] - Another team that periodically looks lost, the Toronto Maple Leafs. Ray offers a theory.[49:31] - In praising John Tavares, is his replacement as captain, Auston Matthews, really the leader that is going to move the needle in Toronto?[52:53] - Moving from a lot of negative critiquing, Ray notes his most positive stories during the first half of this season.[57:17] - Wrapping up the discussion with Ray Ferraro.[58:41] - Injury/Personnel report [1:05:00] - Winnipeg Jets owner Mark Chipman looking to have the records of Jets 1.0 and 2.0 consolidated.[1:07:49] - The NHL looking at more dark-on-dark uniform matchups in its future. [1:12:07] - "Holy Mackinaw Night" in Toronto.X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #NHL #SummerCoolers #AnaheimDucks # #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets #RayFerraro #ESPN #Sportsnet #LeonDraisaitl #WayneGretzky #MarkMessier #JariKurri #SidenyCrosby #MarioLemieux #TristanJarry #StuartSkinner #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #ConnorMcDavid #MacklinCelebrini #DustinWolf #JarmoKekalainen #ScottyBowman #KevynAdams #ScottyBowman #GerryMeehan #JohnMuckler #DracyRegier #JasonBotterill #JohnTortorella #RamusDahlin #TageThompson #AlexTuch #LindyRuff #CraigSimpson #TonyHrkac #DarrenDreger #Ray&DregsHockeyPodcast #RickTocchet #JTMiller #EliasPettersson...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday's program recapping the Raptors' road win over the Heat! They focus in on Toronto's defense, their late-game reliance on Brandon Ingram, and some realistic expectations for the team this season. They also debate whether the Raps should pursue a superstar like Anthony Davis or Giannis Antetokounmpo, before reacting to Fred VanVleet recalling the story of Kawhi Leonard's final year in Toronto and his choice to not re-sign. After the break, they discuss the Sabres firing GM Kevyn Adams, the Steelers' win over the Dolphins, and the Braves signing Ha-Seong Kim. What does it indicate for Bo Bichette's future in Toronto?The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour reacting to comments from Craig Berube about Auston Matthews' recent form. They dive into the captain's response, potential lineup changes with William Nylander skating on the top line, and the goaltending outlook with Joseph Woll's return on the horizon. They also touch on Connor Bedard being out ahead of tonight's clash between the Blackhawks and Maple Leafs, and forecast if this injury will impact his Olympic availability. After the break, Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (27:13) joins the show to break down the Raptors' win over the Heat last night. He assess their defensive effort and scoring outlook with RJ Barrett's return, before discussing some potential trade targets, including how realistic a pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo may be for Toronto.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 final hour of the morning by welcoming the voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Joe Bowen! The guys take a moment to look back on some of Joe's career highlights as they get ready for Holy Mackinaw Night at the Scotiabank Arena tonight. Joe also shares his assessment of the team so far this year and shares this Leafs team differs from others they came up with in the city. Ben and Brent wrap up the interview with thoughts on the broadcaster's legendary career in Toronto and what he's meant to both of them. After the break, ESPN NHL writer Greg Wyshynski joins Ben and Brent to share stories from across the league including the Auston Matthews' form, the Quinn Hughes trade, and the Buffalo Sabres' decision to fire GM Kevyn Adams after so many years. The guys close out the morning with your Canadian Sports Moment of the Day.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.

New Toronto Blue Jays pitcher, Dylan Cease, joins the show to get into his love for disc-golf, his free agency process that landed him with Toronto, what sold him about the Blue Jays, and how he's approaching his first season with the Jays. JD touches on Josh Allen's comeback and the Quinn Hughes trade (23:00), before hitting '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 reacts to the Blue Jays signing Tyler Rogers to their bullpen (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (10:00) explains how the Jays and Rogers came together, his impression of the contract, how he anticipates the Jays to strategize the rest of the off-season, the pace of the market for Bo Bichette and Kyle Tucker, and the most likely scenario(s) for José Berríos. JD then touches on the Kansas City Chiefs officially being eliminated from playoff contention (44:00). 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.

Mike Halford, Jason Brough, and Jamie Dodd have an emergency edition of the show as they break down the Quinn Hughes trade to Minnesota. Hear from Wild Radio Analyst, Joe O'Donnell, with his thoughts on what the Canucks are getting in return. Plus, exclusive audio from Jim Rutherford as he spoke to media. To wrap it up, Thomas Drance stops by to break down the trade from his perspective. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.