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  • Leafs Camp Begins + Blue Jays Banter
    2024/09/19

    The FAN Morning Show goes into its final hour of the day still focused on what we heard from members of the Maple Leafs organization yesterday and what expectations are as actual training camp starts up today. Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning get into some lineup and roster decisions with Sportsnet’s own Luke Fox. The NHL writer and Leafs reporter weighs in on what he heard on Wednesday from new head coach Craig Berube, what he is expecting to see today as far as lines and pairings, why he believes that this season can be different than those in the recent past, and what this team's ceiling is. Next, the morning duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays' final stretch of the season Sportsnet's MLB insider and reporter, Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:35). The trio dive into the bar Bowden Francis is setting for himself for next year, what to make of Bo Bichette being out of the lineup again, and the players to watch looking to solidify a role for next season in these final ten games.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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    48 分
  • More Leafs Speak Breakdown + Sweeney Resentment
    2024/09/19

    On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning break down some of the things they heard from new head coach Craig Berube especially as to where Mitch Marner & William Nylander will slot in. The morning duo welcome former Leafs GM, now host & analyst, Gord Stellick (23:44), to get his take on what was said and the line-up decisions for Toronto. 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.

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    49 分
  • Leafs Media Day Aftermath + Bowden’s Bar
    2024/09/19

    Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning give their biggest takeaways and who handled the day the best. Did Mitch Marner hit the right tone for media and fans given he was maybe the most anticipated player people wanted to hear from? Did it sound like they are all on the same page with the same goal? How much does a competitive camp help the team this year? B&B discuss it all. At the backend of the hour, the morning duo turned their attention to the Blue Jays and another strong start from Bowden Francis even in a loss. Has the starter set the bar too high for expectations for next year? The boys get into that as well as Bo Bichette getting scratched from the line-up and if he’s falling into the “injury-prone” category at this point. The hour ends with the Canadian Football report (31:49).

    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.

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    49 分
  • A Look Around the NHL & NBA + A Major MLSE Announcement
    2024/09/18

    The FAN Morning Show heads into its final hour with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discussing the NHL training camps that open up today. Frank Seravalli, Daily Faceoff NHL insider, delves into the Maple Leafs’ offseason including the signings GM Brad Treliving made, the expectations they come in with, the fan perception, and how far talks about moving on from Mitch Marner went internally. The trio also take a moment to look around the league at some other players with contractual situations still up in the air. Next, Ben and Brent break the news that Rogers will become the majority owner of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. To end the show today, the duo check in with MLB Network’s Adnan Virk to share how baseball's playoff picture is shaping up (25:53). They look at who should be the proverbial favourites in both the American and National Leagues, how surprising it is to see the Tigers in the hunt for the postseason, along with the historic good and bad things we’ve seen this 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.

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    48 分
  • Leafs Expectations & Pressure
    2024/09/18

    On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start on who they are most looking forward to hearing from and what they are hoping to hear. The duo discuss if anything changes for the team or Auston Matthews now that he’s Captain as well as on the other side, if it will be easier this season now for John Tavares without the C. Next, Sam McKee (24:29) weighs in on what he expects today, what can be taken away from it and the preseason.

    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.

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    48 分
  • NHL Camps Open + Bo’s Back
    2024/09/18

    Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show talking about the Toronto Maple Leafs as they open with players, head coach and management will speak to the media this morning. The duo discuss what they expect to hear instead of what they want. In the back end of the hour, the boys dissect the return of Bo Bichette to the Jays line-up and his newfound approach to playing as well as Will Wagner & Daulton Varsho getting shut down and their seasons being done. The pair also took some time to dive into the PGA Tour & LIV merger, which was being held up by money (32:58).

    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.

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    51 分
  • Crosby's Contract Proves Sid's Unselfishness
    2024/09/17

    The FAN Morning Show continues into its final hour of the day looking back with yesterday’s news that Sidney Crosby is re-upping in Pittsburgh. Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss his decision to take a lower cap hit than his worth and if that puts pressure on GM Kyle Dubas to get the Penguins back into the playoffs. The hosts head to Pittsburgh and are joined by two-time Stanley Cup champion, now Penguins radio analyst, Phil Bourque. Phil fills the morning duo in on what the tone was like in the city around Sid’s pending future, what the sense is now that he’s signed, and what it means for the team as they hope to compete for a Cup again. Later on, B&B turn their attention back to the NFL and welcome on NFL Network’s Jeffri Chadiha to help wrap up Week 2 (27:36). The NFL.com writer weighs in on another collapse by Nick Sirianni and the Eagles on Monday night, Kirk Cousins getting his first Falcons victory, the benching of Bryce Young, and if the Chargers can challenge the Chiefs in their division.

    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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    48 分
  • Blue Jays Banter on Booing + Fan Perception
    2024/09/17

    On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning talk about some recent quotes that are making the rounds (again) from the Blue Jays’ Chris Bassitt saying that the front office is not the problem and isn’t to blame for the team shortcomings but they are the ones fans like to blame them. The boys break down what they think of that theory. Next, B&B then bring on longtime Star contributor, Damien Cox, to weigh in on Sidney Crosby's re-signing with the Penguins and where he ranks among all-time players in Pittsburgh and the NHL (23:13).

    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.

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    48 分