The FAN Pregame

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Sarah Nurse (1:11) in the studio to discuss PWHL Toronto's mid-season resurgence. She gets into managing emotions in the league's inaugural season, Natalie Spooner's scoring streak, her experience in the Battle on Bay Street and her new initiative, Nursey Night. Later, Sportsnet host David Amber (25:38) sets the stage ahead of Leafs/Coyotes tonight, and...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with a look into the Blue Jays' first full-team day at Spring Training and how arbitration meetings may impact Vladdy Jr.'s upcoming season. They are joined by The Athletic's Sean Gentille (7:02) who shares his thoughts on Jagr-mania in Pittsburgh over the weekend, whether the Penguins' season is salvageable and how much blame and pressure is on the shoulder...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with a look back on the weekend in sports - the incredible pace of Auston Matthews, a successful Battle on Bay Street in the PWHL and a dud NBA All-Star weekend. Later, Caleb Joseph (27:09) on Spring Training, focus on Vladdy Jr and Manoah and why healthy pitching can never be counted on. Next, Frank Seravalli (51:09) checks in on the Hart, a goalie we need...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start in Anaheim where Aaron Bronsteter is covering UFC 298 (6:00). He runs through the card, his Mount. Rushmore of MMA fighters and where Alexander Volkanovski ranks on his list. Then a look ahead to UFC 299 and 300 and who Dana White could still add to those cards. Later, Adam Stanley (26:01) on Tiger Woods withdrawing from The Genesis in Riviera, an ambulance...

Shi Davidi joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert from Dunedin where Pitchers and Catchers reported today and there is a real focus on a couple of Jays for an improved season (5:48). He starts with Alek Manoah and his new look and approach. Then, knowing what to watch for when it comes to Spring Training ball and expectations for Vlad Guerrero Jr. Finally, Natalie Spooner (26:31), the PWHL leadin...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick it off with Seerat Sohi (6:26) from The Ringer and tonight, it’s all about Pascal’s past and Scottie’s future. She examines the role of Scottie Barnes now that he has the keys to the team and the use of the newest Raptors on the team like Olynyk. Then, how the Pacers are trying to integrate Siakam into their lineup. Later, John Buccigross (28:19) from ESPN on...

Frank Seravalli joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert for some live reaction to the 5-game suspension and theories as to how they came up with that number. Then, he explains how Jacob Markstrom was about to be traded to the Devils and why it never happened. Finally, Alex Ovechkin has 5 goals in 5 games and is potentially back on track in his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all time goals record.  The...

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff (in for Ailish today) open with Super Bowl takeaways and why you can and can’t compare Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady. Next, Jeff Marek makes his weekly appearance (6:59) to break down Morgan Rielly's run-in with Ridly Greig - projecting suspension length for Rielly, how Rielly's absence impacts the Leafs playoff chances and the comparing of “The Clapper” vs “The B...

Justin Cuthbert and Donnovan Bennett open with Frank Seravalli (5:52), who looks at the concern with the Jets' scoring and why the Canucks have nothing to worry about and are still Cup contenders. Then, a look at the trade deadline and unveiling new teams that are now buyers. Later, a Super Bowl preview with Chris Rose (25:20) from NFL Network - what it’s like working the post-game show on the fie...

It’s The FAN Pregame's NBA Trade Deadline special with Justin Cuthbert hosting and Jesse Rubinoff filling in for Ailish Forfar. Donnovan Bennett starts the show with the method behind the Raptors' trades and who they may have eyes on in free agency in the future (26:07). Next, Alvin Williams, SN analyst and former Raptor drops by the studio for a view of what it’s like as a player to be traded and...

Joe Casciaro joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert in the studio for a preview of the NBA Trade Deadline, why so many Raptors are on the block, the hopes of a 1st for Bruce Brown and the path forward to build around Barnes and Quickley. Over to OKC and the rise of SGA as a legit MVP candidate this season. Finally, a look league-wide - the Lakers trying to keep Lebron happy and why a team like Ut...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Gene Principe (6:26) as the Oilers aim to tie the all-time NHL win streak record tonight. He takes a look at the Oilers' wild season - going from a coach firing and a dismal start to a potential record. Then, staying in Vegas, Arash Madani (29:10) checks in from Super Bowl, a recap of media night, Travis Kelce's crowded scrum and Kyle Shanahan learning...

Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert start the show with an update from London Police and the charges laid on 5 members of the 2018 Team Canada World Junior team. Ailish speaks openly about the case, why it’s very personal and how she can relate to the legal process and the impact of it taking so long. With that, Jeff Marek joins the show (4:19) to react to the press conference today and specific parts...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are at Scotiabank Arena for NHL All-Star Skills and are joined by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman. He shares his early takeaways from All-Star week, the decision re-enter international play, working with the PWHL in their first season and the addition of new events for the Skills Competition. Then, the Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli (8:30) on the change behind the...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Steve Levy (5:05), host of The NHL on ESPN, ahead of All-Star in Toronto. He takes a look at how the $1M reward will change the skills competition, his top stories so far this season and why the Metropolitan Division is the hardest one to figure out in the NHL. Later, Erin Ambrose (25:28) from PWHL Montreal on taking part in the 3-on-3 challenge this we...

Ailish and Justin open with the news that Justin Turner is joining the Blue Jays and the fact that it’s likely their last “swing” of the off-season. Then, over to Chicago where Matt Devlin joins us ahead of the Raptors/Bulls tonight (7:14). Later, Canadian baseball legend Russell Martin weighs in on what Justin Turner brings to the Jays (28:08). We close with Hayley Salvian (50:36) from The Athlet...

With the NHL All-Star break upon us, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Jeff Marek (5:54) to look at certain NHL teams “at the break” - what went wrong in Ottawa, what the Oilers learned about themselves and why the record-tying game for Edmonton against Vegas might get greasy. Later, top trade targets to watch at the deadline. We close with Arash Madani (27:15) fresh off his trip to...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Seerat Sohi (9:19) from The Ringer with a look at the Raptors who are watching their ex-teammates dominate. Then, to draft strategy and why they should be looking at 2025. Later, former Raiders CEO Amy Trask (25:28) on Bill Belichick’s future, her relationship with Jim Harbaugh and her thoughts and selections for the AFC/NFC title games. The views and o...

Arda Ocal from the NHL on ESPN joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to explain why the Oilers have what it takes to break the win streak record, why Connor Bedard is very much still in contention for the Rookie of the Year and Drew Doughty calling out his teammates (7:45). Later, Michelle Beadle (25:58) from Run It Back and Mad Dog Sports Radio on the Bucks going from Griffin to Doc, why Luka D...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Craig Simpson (5:54) down at the rink ahead of Leafs/Jets. He looks at all the Canadian teams, if the Leafs match up with the best teams in the league and Sheldon Keefe’s frustration. Later, they are joined by Frank Seravalli (27:14) discusses the update on Hockey Canada’s 2018 team, the potential expansion to Utah, historical context of the Oilers and...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Hockey Hall of Famer and Special Advisor to the PWHL Cassie Campbell Pascal (7:01) who looks at the league, growth and potential for expansion already. In the NHL, she shares her thoughts on the Oilers' winning streak as they try for 14 tonight with 17 very much up for grabs. Later, Rowan Barrett (26:00), Team Canada GM discusses the pre-Oly...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Jeff Marek (4:31), who gives us a recap of his Hockey Day in Canada trip to Victoria, BC. Then, over to the rise of the Jets and a few stories to help explain what Rick Bowness is like off the ice and why a mix of old and new is the best way for a coach to be successful. Afterwards, from Corey Perry joining the Oilers to Patrick Roy behind the bench...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start in Victoria, BC where Hockey Day in Canada takes place this weekend and with that, Andrew Ference joins the show (2:22). The 2011 Cup Champion is now the NHL Director of Youth Strategy. He discusses his role with growing the sport of hockey, getting more kids out to play and some interesting green initiatives for arenas of the future. Later, Mark Hominick (3...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert begin the show debating the performance today at the podium by Masai Ujiri and whether or not his loyalty to his players has cost the team in the long run. Should he be credited for believing in his team or faulted for sticking with them too long? Next up, Julian McKenzie (15:57) from SN960 Calgary and The Athletic looks ahead to Leafs/Flames and each team being a...

On the day that the Raptors traded Pascal Siakam to the Pacers, Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert start with Michael Grange (1:36) for his reaction, the return, the timing of the trade and why it happened now. Next, a fun chat with Bruce Buffer (26:01), the 'Voice of the Octagon' on his career, famous calls and an ACL injury he suffered while introducing GSP in Toronto. Finally, we get more Siakam r...