The FAN Pregame

Will the Stanley Cup be awarded tonight? Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert tee up the game before welcoming in Mark Spector to the show (10:25). They discuss Stuart Skinner getting the start in a must-win game for Edmonton, Edmonton's demeanour going into the game, the route of the defensive issues in Edmonton, if they can overcome the forechecking pressure of the Panthers, and more. Then, Elliott...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Brett Siegel (1:45) ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Sportsnet. They discuss what to expect from Game 5 between the Thunder and Pacers, the unsung heroes on both sides, what to expect from Haliburton, if the Thunder model can be replicated, and much more. Then, Jackie Redmond (27:25) joins the show to discuss the Panthers' dominance, how t...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli and discuss where the 2025 Stanley Cup Final ranks amongst the best in recent memory. Then, they discuss the craziness of Game 4, the Hart Trophy ballot, the idea of a ‘baby Vezina” award, the scariest landing spots for Mitch Marner, and much more!   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and gu...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet’s Jack Michaels (1:30). They discuss the Oilers' lineup changes, Jeff Skinner getting a shot in the Cup Final, Stuart Skinner’s performances in Game 4s, and much more. Then, Luke Fox joins the show (26:51) to discuss Sam Bennett’s future, the Conn Smythe odds and if Brad Marchand is sneaking his way into the conversation, Jonah Gadjo...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Tim Reynolds (2:27) ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They discuss the narratives surrounding SGA and his free throws, Tyrese Haliburton’s finals performances, what to expect in Game 3, Pascal Siakam’s importance to the Pacers lineup, and more. Then, Sportsnet’s Jason Bukala joins the show (26:50) to discuss the Oilers game plan ahead of tomo...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Liam McHugh (1:23) to the show to recap a blowout win for the Florida Panthers over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3, how the Panthers have found a way to get under the Oilers skin without crossing the line, what we can expect from McDavid in Game 4, Brad Marchand's future, and much more. Then, Dan Shulman (28:18) joins the show to discuss the red-hot Jays, K...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Sean Reynolds (1:30) ahead of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final to discuss the Panthers' offensive contributions throughout the lineup, the Oilers' defensive play, Marchand’s impact in the locker room and on the ice and much more. Then, Luke Gazdic (25:11) joins the show in the studio with the Oilers heading to Florida for Game 3. They discuss...

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Frank Seravalli live from Edmonton ahead of game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final (0:35). They discuss how Game 1 played out, Vasily Podkolzin’s emergence on the biggest stage, Jake Walman’s journey and growth over the past few seasons, and more. Then, they discuss what Sam Bennett will earn on the open market, the Stars moving on from Pete DeBoer,...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert open the show by throwing live to NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s press conference ahead of the Stanley Cup Final (1:09-30:33). The commissioner discussed the success of Utah in their first season, the highs of the season, the league's charitable initiatives, and took questions from the media. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the presser before welcoming in Sportsn...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:25) to break down what we can expect from Jordan Romano in his return to Toronto. They tee up the Jays series against the Phillies and discuss how Philadelphia has looked this season, if Bryce Harper is more compelling than Loonie Dog Night, how close Max Scherzer is to a return, and more. Then, they close the segment br...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Athletic's Shayna Goldman (1:18) ahead of Stanley Cup Finals week. They discuss the success of Florida and Tampa Bay ahead of the Panthers' 3rd straight Cup Finals appearance, the advantage of being in a tax-free state, great offence vs. great defence, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest Raptors rumours and whether we...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Ben Shulman ahead of the Jays matchup against the Athletics. They discuss the 12-0 thumping in the series opener, how the Jays offence can build off their offensive outburst, and if Bo and Vlad are heating up. Then, at a historic moment for women’s hockey and the PWHL, Hailey Salvian joins the show to discuss the PWHL Expansion Draft, how pr...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things with Sportsnet’s own Gene Principe (1:20) ahead of Game 5 between the Oilers and Dallas Stars. They discuss how Edmonton will have to adjust without Hyman, the return of Ekholm, what we should expect from Jeff Skinner as he makes his way back into the lineup, how the Stars can get back into the series, and much more. Then, David Alter (25:37) joins the...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the huge blow to the Edmonton Oilers losing Zach Hyman for the remainder of the playoffs. Then, Sara Civian joins the show (10:15) to discuss how the Hurricanes can keep their series alive against the defending champs, how Florida looks as they look to head to the Finals for the third consecutive year, and much more. Then, NBA.com’s Stev...

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Stars analyst Brien Rea (10:00) ahead of a pivotal Game 4 between Dallas and the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss how the Stars have been able to create offence against the Oilers, Edmonton’s defence and goaltending, how the Stars can even the series, and much more. Then, Nick Ashbourne (28:05) joins the show to discuss the Jays' .500 level play...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the breaking news surrounding the Leafs parting ways with longtime president Brendan Shanahan. Then, with SGA winning NBA MVP honours, Canada Basketball GM Rowan Barrett joins the show (15:52) to discuss Hamilton-native Shai’s impact on Canadian hoops, the comparisons to Steve Nash, and much more. Later, Elliotte Friedman joins the sho...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Daily FaceOff's Frank Seravalli (1:15) and discuss Brendan Shanahan’s future and the Islanders' reported interest in the long-time Leafs president. Then, they discuss potential stops for Marner, the mentality of the Leafs' front office ahead of a reported board meeting at MLSE, tee up the WCF between the Oilers and Stars, and much more. La...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Kyle Bukauskas (1:00) to tee up the Eastern Conference Final between the Hurricanes and Panthers. They discuss whether the narrative labelling the Canes' style as “boring” is accurate, the elite goaltending from each club,  and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin share their takeaways from Leafs' media day before welcoming Joseph Casciaro (25:5...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with NHL on TNT's Liam McHugh (1:55) to tee up the NHL Conference Finals and take a look at how each of the four teams got there. They discuss how Florida came alive against Toronto, tee up how the Panthers will be able to match up against a strong Hurricanes roster, discuss how Edmonton has gotten back to the Conference Finals, and much more. Then...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Chris Cuthbert (1:20) ahead of a monumental Game 6 between the Leafs and Panthers. They discuss the Leafs blowing at 0-2 lead, the messaging around the locker room, Berube’s messaging in a do-or-die game, and more. Then, Adam Stanley joins the show (25:53) live from the PGA Championship Quail Hollow. They discuss the odd leaderboard, the Canad...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Shayna Goldman (1:25) of the Athletic ahead of a potential series-clinching game for the Hurricanes against the Capitals. They tee up the East Coast game before moving on to the Dallas Stars who look to end the President-Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets' season, the Oilers playoff coaching, and much more. Then, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas M...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli discussing Rantanen's impact in Dallas, how the Oilers big additions at the deadline have impacted the club throughout the playoffs, if Ekholm could return, and the new coaching and management hires around the NHL. Then, Anna Dua (26:06) joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena ahead of Game 5 between the Panthers and Leafs. T...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Garry Galley (1:15) ahead of his call of Game 4 between the Jets and Stars. They discuss Miro Heiskanen’s expected return to the Stars lineup, the officiating in the series, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin tee up a 9-game homestand for the Blue Jays before welcoming in Tim Reynolds (25:54) ahead of a busy night of NBA playoff action, and an...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing what could be in store for Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason amidst uncertainty surrounding his future in Milwaukee. Then, the Athletic's Jesse Granger joins the show (11:25) to tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Oilers and how Vegas will approach a potential series-tying game. Then, Krysten Peek of NBA Future Starts Now...