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The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour Thursday with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning going around the horn. First up, the hosts hit hockey with Sportsnet’s own Jason Bukala, as they dive into the Leafs ahead of a big game against his former team, the Florida Panthers. The former Director of Amateur Scouting weighs in on the battle for the Atlantic, how both teams fared at the deadline and what the tone of the negotiations between the Leafs and Marner will look like come the offseason. Next up B&B do a quick check-in with Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum (20:25) about this upcoming season on the links and some exciting things around the country’s program. To end today’s show, the morning duo talk to MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (32:52) on the state of the A.L. East, Vlad’s looming contract and how high the Blue Jays are willing to go to get it done.
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 discuss hockey ahead of a crucial game in Toronto, focusing on the Panthers and Brad Marchand's debut for Florida. They analyze the Leafs' goaltending confidence and the impact of Chris Tanev's absence on the team's identity. The conversation includes insights from Stanley Cup champ Nick Kypreos (22:00) on the trade deadline, particularly regarding Marner's no-movement clause and its implications for his contract negotiations.
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 Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on a pivotal Leafs game day as Toronto hosts the Atlantic-leading Florida Panthers, with playoff implications at stake. They discuss whether this is the most exciting final month of the regular season during the Auston Matthews era and ponder fan reactions to Mitch Marner's return. The duo also addresses Nick Robertson's role on the team, the Raptors' performance, and the narrative around Vlad. The hour wraps up with The Golf Report featuring comments from Collin Morikawa (26:19).
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.
The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour of Wednesday with Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi diving into a few player situations across a couple sports. First up, the hosts get into what happened with Mikko Rantanen in Carolina with SN590’s own Mike Futa. Futes weighs in on this peculiar situation, as well as the ramifications it could have on Mitch Marner’s future in Toronto. In the back half, B&D spend some more time on the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contract talks and the money he wanted. For more on this, the duo check in with Postmedia’s Rob Longley (32:12) of the Toronto Sun down in Dunedin. The trio go over the new information that has circulated after the slugger's supposed deadline passed. Will it continue to be a distraction?
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi discuss recent reports on Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s contract talks with the Blue Jays, revealing his $500M ask. They analyze whether this demand is reasonable, its implications for his future in Toronto, and if he's worth that value. The duo also briefly addresses Tiger Woods' injury and potential career implications. Later, they welcome Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (30:40) to discuss the NHL, focusing on Canadian teams like the Senators and Canucks, and the playoffs' significance in those markets. They also debate the Bruins' resilience.
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.
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi discuss the latest news, including details about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract. They also cover a busy NHL night, starting with the Senators' four-game win streak, which improves their chances for a playoff spot. The duo then analyzes the Bruins’ surprising victory over the Panthers and its implications for the division, especially ahead of Thursday’s Leafs-Panthers matchup. They wrap up by addressing challenges facing Canadian NHL teams due to the sinking dollar, fallout from Rantanen’s brief stint in Carolina, and the Toronto Raptors' injury report as they prepare to face the Sixers (26:21).
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.
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.
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi discuss hockey from Toronto, focusing on the Maple Leafs. They analyze Simon Benoit’s recent fight and his role on the team, then dive into the goaltending situation—who will be the starter as playoffs approach and how short the leash might be. They also touch on Brad Marchand's trade from Boston to Florida, examining its impact on both teams. In the latter part of the hour, they are joined by MLB Network's Jon Morosi (27:29) to discuss Spring Training and the Yankees' injury woes, along with implications for the Blue Jays’ postseason aspirations in 2025.
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.
Brent Gunning and guest host Daniele Franceschi discuss Toronto's return to form, ending a three-game slide despite blowing a three-goal lead. They highlight an effective power play, Joseph Woll's strong 30-save performance, and the integration of new players. The duo explores potential causes for defensive lapses, including recent road trips and missing players, and preview Thursday's game against the Panthers. In the second half, they shift to the Blue Jays, covering MLB Network's presence at camp, Bo Bichette's comments, Gerritt Cole's season-ending injury for the Yankees, and the Raptors' strong performance by two Canadians, pointing out they aren't in a position to tank (36:22).
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.
The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour with Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi continuing to dissect the fallout of the NHL trade deadline. The hosts focus on the Maple Leafs' outlook and debate if playoff performance is what will determine Mitch Marner’s future in Toronto. Frank Seravalli, Daily Faceoff. NHL insider, weighs in on the craziness that was as the deadline hit at 3 p.m. on Friday, along with what's next for Marner. Later, Sportsnet’s own Shi Davidi shifts focus to the Blue Jays to share what we can really take away from a team’s spring training (33:05). The trio dissect the Jays' batting order, how top-heavy it will be, and who slots in where, before discussing the impact of a “normal” Bo Bichette season and what to make of Vladimir Guererro Jr.’s comments on what the number was for his contract ask.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Join Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi as they dissect the Maple Leafs' decisions—especially their reported request for Mitch Marner to waive his No Movement Clause ahead of the deadline. They welcome former TML GM and current analyst Gord Stellick for insights on the situation and discuss GM Brad Treliving's moves at the deadline, the effectiveness of new additions, and ideal line pairings. Towards the end, they cover NHL reactions to trades from Tampa, Florida, Colorado, Winnipeg, Dallas, and Boston (27:44).
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.