The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by previewing tonight's Maple Leafs vs. Panthers game. They get into Brad Marchand’s rapport with the Toronto media and examine whether the Leafs may have missed their contention window amid Florida’s mounting injuries. They discuss Auston Matthews’ evolution, the importance of key players going forward, and whether the Leafs’ health-science approac...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday's show with thoughts on Brad Marchand's comments about the Toronto Maple Leafs season thus far. The boys dive into tonight's matchup with the Panthers and outline the stakes of Toronto's growing rivalry with the Panthers, including what to make of Florida’s shaky start. They then shift to David Montgomery’s remarks about Jordan Binnington and what they migh...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Monday morning by welcoming on Sportsnet NHL host David Amber to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ weird season and if they can be a playoff team. The trio then discuss Auston Matthews’ current form, how Dakota Joshua can impact the team and Easton Cowan’s impressive play.  After the break the guys are joined by former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk (26:18) to get s...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by examining Auston Matthews’ weekend on the ice. The guys note a possible decline in his puck touches compared to past seasons and consider how a shift from elite status to merely top-ten form could impact the Leafs’ future, especially amid the team’s insistence that his play isn’t related to previous injuries. They then discuss Elliotte Friedman’s...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the week by reviewing the Toronto Maple Leafs up-and-down weekend. The guys gauge the disappointment of Friday’s loss to Washington against the satisfaction of Saturday’s win, noting the unusual nature of a less dominant 7–2 victory over Pittsburgh. They highlight emerging positives, including Dennis Hildeby’s strong play, the potential for giving Joseph Woll more...

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi close out the week by welcoming on hockey news site manager Michael Traikos! The guys get Michael’s thoughts on the Leafs season so far. The sustainability of Joseph Woll and relying on good goaltending for wins and powerplay changes. The trio then dive into a conversation around Brad Treliving, Craig Berube’s performances and what can be improved going forward. Af...

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour of Friday with NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis. They discuss key takeaways from the Chiefs-Cowboys game, the implications for the Chiefs' playoff chances, and if the Cowboys can make it. They also delve into Dak Prescott's performance, the AFC North outlook, Joe Burrow's return, and concerns about Lamar Jackson. After the break, the conver...

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off Friday discussing the Thanksgiving NFL slate. Are the Chiefs in playoff trouble? What could they have done differently against the Cowboys? Is Patrick Mahomes ever out of the picture? How significant is Quinnen Williams for the Cowboys' defense, and do they have a shot at the playoffs? They also ponder Lamar Jackson's regression—scheme-related or injury-re...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out Thursday morning by welcoming on Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange! Michael touches on the Raptors’ performance last night, how he sees the Brandon Ingram Trade now, and what the most unsustainable part of this run is and if they are a legitimate contender in the Eastern conference. The trio then dive into Scottie Barnes’ play and if we can expect them...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome former Leafs GM and FAN 590 contributor Gord Stellick for insights on the Leafs' recent win. They discuss Joseph Woll's reliability before Stolarz returns, the impact of Auston Matthews, and Easton Cowan's development in the NHL versus the AHL. Then, Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi (25:58) joins to talk about the Blue Jays' major offseason signing, its im...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start Thursday morning celebrating a fantastic night in Toronto sports! They discuss the Blue Jays' signing of Dylan Cease and its impact on the team's reputation and rotation. Is this a game-changer for the Jays, and will they remain active this offseason? After the break, they analyze the Leafs' overtime win against the Blue Jackets, highlighting Joseph Woll's perform...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out the morning by welcoming on former Toronto Maple Leaf general manager and NHL legend Brian Burke to assess Brad Treliving’s job performance, the impact of missing Auston Matthews and the effect of the Leafs keeping injury information closely guarded. They then get into a potential coaching change and what other areas the team could look to improve and Brian’s...

In the second hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss whether being on the road is beneficial for the Leafs as they seek to regain their form. They analyze the team's performance against the Blue Jackets and consider if this road trip could redefine their season. The conversation shifts to Craig Berube's handling of injuries and the media, pondering if a press secretary would help. They also que...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Oilers' disappointing game against the Dallas Stars, exploring whether goaltending is the sole issue and if a major rethink is needed for playoff contention. They ponder Connor McDavid's long-term commitment to the team and compare the Oilers to the current Leafs. The hosts also reflect on Jamie Benn's career milestone and discuss the Blue Jays' potential in...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by welcoming on NHL insider Frank Seravalli! Does Frank think that we see Auston Matthews return soon, and upon his return to the lineup what are reasonable expectations for him carrying this team? Where does Frank think the roster construction went wrong? How far back should we go back to see where it went wrong? Why didn’t the Leafs stars take long...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour by discussing the Leafs' optional skate amid recent struggles. They question Craig Berube's coaching approach, especially given the team's performance, and speculate on Auston Matthews' potential return against the Blue Jackets. They also wonder about Anthony Stolarz's injury situation and the Leafs' injury reporting practices. Next, they analyz...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Tuesday by recapping the Raptors' 8th straight victory over the Cavaliers. They discuss Brandon Ingram's ranking among all-time Raptors scorers and whether he changes the team's potential in the Eastern Conference. They also ponder Scottie Barnes' development and if Sandro Mamukelashvili, or "Mamu," is becoming a fan favourite. Afterward, the duo reflects on Do...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the morning by welcoming on Sportsnet.ca Leafs reporter Luke Fox! What are Lukes takeaways from the disappointing loss on Saturday. Is Luke panicked about the season at all? Can we wait until they get healthy until we really render a judgment about them? Can we count on Auston Matthews to find his old form or this who is who he is going to be?...

In the second hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Leafs' loss to the Montreal Canadiens, leaving them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Are the playoffs still a possibility for the Leafs, or is the Eastern Conference's weakness their only hope? They contemplate the team's direction and what the front office should consider moving forward. Trey Wingo (24:52) from the ‘Straight Fact...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the week by discussing the Toronto Maple Leafs' disappointing loss to the Montreal Canadiens. They analyze what went wrong, the potential impact on the season, and Auston Matthews' return. Is the contention window closing for Toronto? Should the front office trade assets to salvage the season? They also ponder Easton Cowan's development and reliance on Joseph W...

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week with Maple Leaf Hotstove writer Anthony Petrielli. They discuss the Maple Leafs' recent three-game point streak, Scott Laughton’s return, the team's injury reporting practices, and John Tavares' early-season reliance. Later, NHL insider Frank Seravalli (23:43) joins to share insights from the Brad Treliving press conference, potential transacti...

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi welcome NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis in the second hour. They discuss the Bills' recent performance and concerns moving forward. What can they do to boost their receiving game? Are the Texans a playoff threat with CJ Stroud back? The conversation shifts to the week 12 matchups, focusing on the significance of the Chiefs vs. Colts game. Do the Colts need a w...

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franchesci begin Friday's episode by discussing the Leafs' 3-2 overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. They consider Coach Craig Berube's optimism despite the team's injuries, evaluate Joseph Woll's performance, and debate Easton Cowan's suitability for the top line. They also touch on Scott Laughton's return and its impact on the lineup, and criticize the Leafs' inju...

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the final hour of The FAN Morning Show with Eric Smith by discussing the scorching-hot Toronto Raptors, who just recorded their fifth consecutive win against the 76ers. They explore whether the Raptors have finally identified their core and identity, and take an in-depth look at players like Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, and Immanuel Quickley. Later, Adnan Virk...

Ben and Brent open the second hour with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Blue Jackets tonight. They discuss the concern of over-working Joseph Woll while Anthony Stolarz is on the shelf, as well as the Oilers' ongoing issues in goal. Later, the boys chat about the PGA Tour's plan to start the season after the Super Bowl, and imagine how much better the golf world would be if LIV Go...