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The FAN Pregame

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Get ready for tonight's games with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert as they discuss the stories that matter most to sports fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6pm-7pm ET.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Can Vlad Jr. Fix His Swing? + Teeing Up The Argos’ Season w/ Henoc Muamba 15.06.2023

The final hour of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben Shulman, Blue Jays radio voice, who stops by to discuss José Berríos' gem against the Orioles, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s struggles at the dish, and Alek Manoah’s potential timeline for a return to the Big Leagues. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Henoc Muamba, linebacker for the Toronto Argonauts and 2022 Grey Cup champion, to chat...

“End It”: Inside Nick Taylor’s Historic Win w/ Caddy Dave Markle 15.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Ailish and Justin are joined by Dave Markle, PGA Tour caddy for Nick Taylor, to discuss Nick’s historic win at the RBC Canadian Open, his epic 72-foot putt to win the tournament, how Nick’s career has progressed, Adam Hadwin’s viral run in with a security guard, and a couple of the unique mementos secured from the weekend. Later, Lawrence Barretto, reporter and...

Berríos' Gem, Vladdy's Struggles, and Dr. Dubas 15.06.2023

Happy Baby Friday! Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing the voting results for the Conn Smythe Trophy, Jose Berríos’ dominant outing against the Orioles on Wednesday, John Schneider tinkering with his batting order, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s ongoing struggles. Afterwards, they weigh in on Jason Spezza joining the Penguins as an assistant GM and Mike Babcock’s son being hired as an assis...

Darko Rajaković's Sideline Style w/ Bobby Webster & Randy Foye 14.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Brent Wallace, co-host of the Coming in Hot podcast, stopping by to discuss Michael Andlauer’s winning bid to purchase the Ottawa Senators, what this sale means for the franchise moving forward, why Ryan Reynolds’ joint bid fell through, Andlauer’s ties to Steve Staios, Daniel Afredsson’s potential involvement in the Senators’ new regime, and the bigge...

Andlauer’s Senators w/ Nick Kypreos + Getting to Know Darko Rajaković 14.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Nick Kypreos stops by to discuss Vegas’ Stanley Cup victory, Jack Eichel’s performance during his first playoff run, how Vegas constructed their championship roster, Michael Andlauer’s purchase of the Ottawa Senators, and the New York Rangers hiring Peter Laviolette as their new head coach. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Michael Grange to chat about his...

Golden Jackpot: Vegas Wins The Stanley Cup 14.06.2023

Viva Las Vegas! Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing the Vegas Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup-clinching win over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night, the Golden Knights’ championship blueprint, and Jonathan Marchessault winning the Conn Smythe Award. Then, they share their takeaways from Darko Rajakovic’s introductory press conference and the Blue Jays’ series-opening loss in Baltimore. La...

Will VanVleet Be Back? w/ Aaron Rose + Wake and Rake! 13.06.2023

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show , play-by-play Dan Shulman checks in from Baltimore to tee up the Blue Jays’ three-game series against the Orioles. He also weighs in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s inconsistency this season, the continuity within the Jays’ clubhouse, and which players are most likely to represent the Blue Jays at next month’s All-Star Game. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Spor...

Eichel’s Conn Smythe Case + Denver Dynasty? w/ Adam Lefkoe 13.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jeff Marek stops by to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights’ sustained success since their inception into the NHL, Jack Eichel’s Conn Smythe case, the Senators’ ownership situation, and his favourite draft combine story involving Theo Peckham. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Adam Lefkoe, host for the NBA on TNT, to chat about Jamal Murray’s path to winning an...

Mile High Champs, Murray's Moment, and VanVleet Opts Out 13.06.2023

Another day, another Canadian champion! Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing the Denver Nuggets winning their first NBA title in franchise history, if Jamal Murray’s accomplishment supersedes Nick Taylor’s victory at the RBC Canadian Open, Nikola Jokic’s historically-great post-season, and Miami’s run to the Finals. Afterwards, they weigh in on Fred VanVleet declining his player option fo...

The Perfect “Crescendo” w/ Adam Stanley + “Darko-Horse” Candidate 12.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Adam Stanley stopping by to discuss Nick Taylor’s seminal victory at the RBC Canadian Open, Adam Hadwin’s viral moment getting tackled by a security guard, how all the Canadians fared this weekend, and where Taylor’s win ranks in the pantheon of great Canadian sports moments. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Will Lou to chat about the Raptors’ hi...

Conn Smythe Balloting w/ Frank Seravalli + Winners and Losers! 12.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss Vegas being on the cusp of capturing their first Stanley Cup title, how the Golden Knights constructed a championship-calibre team, the latest on Sheldon Keefe’s future, where he currently sits with his Conn Smythe ballot, the Senators’ ownership situation, and the state of officiating during the post-season. L...

Oh Canada! 12.06.2023

“Glorious and free!” Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing Nick Taylor’s thrilling - and historic - victory at the RBC Canadian Open, Taylor’s epic 72-foot eagle putt, where this moment ranks in Canadian sports lore, and Adam Hadwin’s viral encounter with a security guard. Later, they weigh in on the Raptors’ hiring of Darko Rajakovic as their new head coach and what it means for the direc...

Are the Leafs Eyeing a Goalie? + The Canadian ‘Cats w/ John Calipari 09.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ hiring Shane Doan, if the Leafs could be in the market for a goaltender this summer, the rumours linking Carter Hart to Toronto, and why it’s unlikely Michael Bunting will return to the Leafs. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by John Calipari, head coach of the Kentuc...

Jays Pitching Highs w/ Jon Morosi + The Golf Guys! 09.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jon Morosi stops by to discuss Alek Manoah’s demotion to the Florida Complex League, when Manoah might be ready to rejoin the Blue Jays, the team’s new three-headed monster in their starting rotation, how the Jays’ rotation compares to other teams around baseball, if Anthony Bass’ comments are currently on MLB’s radar, Elly De La Cruz’s electric debut week in th...

Jays Keep Rolling + Bringing Arizona to Auston Matthews 09.06.2023

Happy Friday! Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing the Panthers’ OT win over the Golden Knights in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Blue Jays taking 3 of 4 against the Astros, Jose Berrios’ latest strong outing, and Alejandro Kirk quietly finding his groove at the plate. Then, they weigh in on Anthony Bass’ polarizing comments from Thursday, the Leafs’ hiring of Shane Doan, and Co...

Belt’s Resurgence w/ Julia Kreuz + Wake and Rake! 08.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Julia Kreuz, Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, stopping by to discuss Chris Bassitt’s impressive performance on Wednesday night, Kevin Gausman’s Cy Young candidacy, José Berríos’ turnaround this season, Alek Manoah’s demotion, Brandon Belt’s resurgence, and Daulton Varsho’s recent improvements at the plate. Later, AIlish and Justin tee up Game 3 of the S...

Saudi Money vs. Miami Money 08.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Adam Stanley checks in from the RBC Canadian Open to discuss the current air quality at Oakdale, how the PGA-LIV merger has affected this week’s tournament, Rory McIlroy’s comments on Wednesday, his support for PGA Commissioner Jay Monahan, and the Canadian contingent participating in this year’s national open. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Tony Meola,...

The Jays' New Three-Headed Monster + A Messi Situation 08.06.2023

It’s Baby Friday! Ailish and Justin open the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ win over the Astros on Wednesday, Chris Bassitt’s efficient and dominant outing, John Schneider’s decision to remove Bassitt after 81 pitches, the Jays’ new three-headed monster in the starting rotation, and Brandon Belt’s recent hot streak. Afterwards, they weigh in on Rory McIlroy’s comments from Wednesday and Lionel...

The Disney Ducks w/ J.S. Giguere + Is Gausman a Top 5 MLB Pitcher? 07.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jean-Sébastien Giguère, former NHL goalie, dropping by to discuss ESPN’s upcoming E60 documentary on the early days of the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, what it was like playing in Anaheim during the Disney era, his experience winning the Conn Smythe in 2003 despite being on a team that lost in the Stanley Cup Final, his time playing under Mike Babcock in Anah...

Victory Lap for LIV? w/ Joe House + Tenable/Untenable! 07.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Joe House, host of the Fairway Rollin’ podcast, stops by to discuss his reaction to the PGA-LIV merger, the winners and losers from this deal, the potential introduction of guaranteed contracts for golfers, Jay Monahan’s emergence as a villain, and why this development is a major victory for Phil Mickelson and the original LIV defectors. Afterwards, Ailish and J...

PGA-LIV Shocker + Manoah Demoted 07.06.2023

Happy Hump Day! Ailish and Justin discuss the PGA Tour’s shocking merger with LIV Golf, Alek Manoah’s demotion to the Florida Complex League, Kevin Gausman’s latest gem against the Astros, and where Gausman ranks in the pantheon of notable Toronto sports free agent signings. Afterwards, they weigh in on the hypocrisy of Jay Monahan’s decision to join forces with the PIF and LIV, the prevailing imp...

Can Manoah Salvage His Season? w/ Caleb Joseph + Wake and Rake! 06.06.2023

Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, who checks in to discuss Alek Manoah’s struggles this season, how he can benefit from some time out of the rotation, the most concerning aspects of sending Manoah down to the minors, and why he’s still optimistic about this Jays team. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Hailey Salvian,...

Vegas’ Redemption Arc and Babcock’s NHL Return w/ Jeff Marek 06.06.2023

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show , Jeff Marek stops by to discuss Paul Maurice’s curious decision to deploy 5 defencemen on the final shift of Game 2 against Florida, the Golden Knights’ dominance through the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final, Bruce Cassidy’s redemption arc in Vegas, and Mike Babcock’s NHL return. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Bryan Crawford, tournament direc...

Wounded Puma: Time to Option Manoah? 06.06.2023

Ailish and Justin kick off the show by discussing Alek Manoah’s disastrous outing on Monday night, if it’s time to remove Manoah from the starting rotation, the team’s lack of organizational pitching depth, and Toronto’s various roster flaws. Then, they weigh in on Vegas’ dominant 7-2 win over the Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, Sergei Bobrovsky’s regression, the Panthers’ lack of com...

Is Vladdy Turning the Corner? w/ Carlos Pena + Wake and Rake! 05.06.2023

On the final hour of The FAN Morning Show , Ailish and Justin are joined by Carlos Pena, former MLB first baseman and the creator of “PLAKATA,” to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s inconsistent start to the season, Wilton Guerrero’s recent trip to Toronto to visit Vlad, Bo Bichette’s elite hitting prowess, Alek Manoah’s ongoing struggles, and how the Jays stack up in a loaded AL East. Later, PGA gol...

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