The FAN Pregame

JD hosts alongside Sam McKee! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-1 win over the Orioles on Wednesday, Alek Manoah’s emergence as a bona fide ace, where his 2022 season ranks in Blue Jays history, and Alejandro Kirk breaking out of his slump at the plate. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on Tim Stutzle’s eight-year extension with the Ottawa Senators (38:50).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcas...

Adam Jones, former MLB outfielder and five-time MLB All-Star, joins JD and Sam to discuss the budding rivalry between the Blue Jays and Orioles, his memories from playing in Toronto as a visiting player, Adley Rutschman’s impressive rookie season and his long-term potential, and the Blue Jays’ ongoing playoff push.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests...

Blake Murphy joins JD and Sam for the full hour! Blake weighs in on Mitch White’s body of work since joining the Blue Jays, how the team will manage their rotation ahead of next week’s series against the Rays, what the Cavaliers’ acquisition of Donovan Mitchell means for the Raptors, and if the Thunder would entertain moving Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Afterwards, the guys dive into the Wake and Rake...

Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, joins JD and Sam to discuss Mitch White’s rough outing on Tuesday, John Schneider’s bullpen management, Bo Bichette’s hot start to September, and Vlad Jr.’s recent offensive struggles. Later, JD and Sam weigh in on Rasmus Sandin’s ongoing contract stalemate with the Maple Leafs (36:04).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...

JD hosts alongside Sam McKee! They discuss Alejandro Kirk being called for blocking home plate during the eighth inning of Tuesday night’s game in Baltimore, John Schneider’s decision to remove Anthony Bass in favour of Yusei Kikuchi, and umpire Jeff Nelson’s aggressive demeanour. Afterwards, Joe Thomas, former NFL offensive lineman and current NFL Network analyst, stops by to chat about Baker May...

Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman checks in from Baltimore to discuss Bo Bichette’s big day at the plate on Monday, how Bichette’s season compares to other shortstops around baseball, Mitch White’s recent struggles, and Julian Merryweather’s return to the big leagues. Later, JA Happ, former MLB pitcher and 2008 World Series champion, joins JD and Sam to discuss his recent retirement from ba...

Ben Solak, NFL writer for The Ringer, stops by to discuss his latest piece on new Colts quarterback Matt Ryan, Indy’s chances of emerging as a Super Bowl threat in the AFC, Mitch Trubisky being named the Steelers’ Week 1 starter, and the hype surrounding this year’s Eagles team. Later, Blake joins JD and Sam for the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! The guys tee up tonight’s Blue Jays-Orioles ga...

Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to discuss Bo Bichette’s torrid start to September, John Schneider’s in-game tactical approach, and Mitch White’s grasp on the Jays’ fifth starter spot. Afterwards, JD and Sam head to the text line to field questions and comments from listeners (28:25)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not neces...

JD hosts alongside Sam McKee! They discuss Bo Bichette’s three-homer game against the Orioles on Monday night, his red-hot start to September, and Kevin Gausman’s fiery exchange with umpires during Game 1 of the Labour Day double-header. Later, JD and Sam present their own edition of the A-List (35:41)!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not...

Buck Martinez joins Ailish to talk about the Jays’ hitting inconsistencies, how to break out of a slump, and who should be the Jays’ third starter in a possible playoff series (00:42). Next, ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski drops in discuss Hilary Knight breaking Hayley Wickenheiser’s World Hockey Championship scoring record, where she ranks all time, and how he views the current state of the women’s game (1...

Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer Matt Stairs drops by to weigh in on the Jays’ struggles at the plate and explains how Toronto’s batters should take a more patient approach at the dish. Then, Matt discusses the mentality of being a designated hitter, before focusing in on what has made Aaron Judge and Albert Pujols so successful (00:49). Next, Ailish and Justin deliver the Wake and Rake, presented...

Charles Davis from the NFL on CBS joins Ailish and Justin to dive into expectations for Joe Burrow and the defending AFC Champion Bengals, life without Ben Roethlisberger in Pittsburgh, Russell Wilson in Denver, and if the Raiders can hang in the tough AFC West (02:18). Next, Raptors analyst Paul Jones drops by to assess the Cavs trading for Donovan Mitchell, and what that means for the Raptors an...

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert host! They start off setting up the Jays' series against the Pirates and discuss how Toronto will set up their rotation with a big 4-gamer against the Orioles around the corner. Next, they get into what they are most optimistic about as the team gets set for September baseball. Then, with it being the anniversary of Dave Steib’s no-hitter and game one of the Summi...

Sportsnet soccer writer Peter Galindo joins Ailish to discuss Toronto FC’s 2-2 draw against the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night, Greg Vanney’s long-awaited return to Toronto, TFC’s injury-plagued midfield, and the ongoing labour dispute between members of the Canadian men’s soccer team and Canada Soccer. Afterwards, Mike Golic Jr., host of the GoJo podcast, stops by to chat about Russell Wilson inkin...

Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, joins the show to discuss where the Blue Jays currently sit heading into the final month of the regular season, takeaways from his interview with team president Mark Shapiro, the possibility of Toronto hosting an All-Star Game, and why the Blue Jays lineup is becoming easy to pitch against. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, brought to yo...

Carlos Pena, former MLB first baseman and current analyst for MLB Network and Marquee Sports Network, joins Ailish and Justin to discuss Timmy Trumpet’s live performance of Edwin Diaz’s iconic walkout entrance, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s timing issue at the plate, the Blue Jays’ collective offensive struggles, and the AL MVP debate between Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. Afterwards, Ben Lewis, tennis...

Ailish and Justin Cuthbert host! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 7-5 loss to the Cubs on Wednesday, Mitch White getting roughed up for a second straight start, and Serena Williams’ thrilling second round win over No. 2 Anett Kontaveit at the US Open. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:25)!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and d...

Hailey Salvian, national hockey writer for The Athletic, joins the show from Denmark to discuss the atmosphere surrounding the 2022 IIHF Women’s World Championships, Canada’s 5-2 loss to the United States on Tuesday, head coach Troy Ryan inking a contract extension to remain in charge of the Canadian women’s team through the next Olympic cycle, and the evolving debate surrounding the greatest wome...

Former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons discusses his relationship with Marcus Stroman, John Schneider’s transition into the Jays’ managerial role, the team’s spurts of inconsistency this season, and how pitching and defence transformed the Jays’ trajectory in 2015. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They continue our week-long NFL divisional preview with...

Sportsnet MLB Insider Shi Davidi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss his memories from Marcus Stroman’s time with the Blue Jays, why this year’s Jays team is prone to prolonged offensive dry spells, John Schneider’s deployment of Jordan Romano, and Teoscar Hernandez’s confounding season. Chris Solomon, co-founder and co-host of the No Laying Up podcast, stops by to chat about the latest crop of PGA...

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays’ 5-3 win over the Cubs on Tuesday, Teoscar Hernandez’s crucial three-run homer, Jordan Romano securing a four-out save, and Marcus Stroman’s showing in his return to Rogers Centre. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (37:25)!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and...

Alanna Rizzo, co-host of High Heat on MLB Network, joins Ailish to discuss the AL MVP debate between Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, Ohtani’s long-term future in Anaheim, the Blue Jays’ playoff chase, and which AL Wild Card contender could pose the biggest threat to the Jays come October. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Caroline Cameron checks in from New York to discuss Serena Williams’ first round win at...

Beth Mowins, play-by-play voice for the Cubs, NFL on CBS, and NBA on ESPN, joins the show to discuss Marcus Stroman’s first year in Chicago, his bulldog mentality on the mound, the loaded AFC West, and Kevin Durant staying put in Brooklyn after an off-season filled with drama. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the Wake and Rake, presented by Unibet! They continue our week-long NFL divisional prev...

MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi joins Ailish and Justin to discuss the AL MVP race between Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, the lack of diversity in the Blue Jays’ lineup, the team’s inconsistency throughout the season, Danny Jansen’s big night at the plate on Monday, and Marcus Stroman’s tenure with the Blue Jays. Later, Sportsnet’s Michael Grange stops by to chat about Team Canada going 2-0 in thei...

Ailish hosts alongside Justin Cuthbert! They discuss the Blue Jays’ walk off win over the Cubs on Monday, Danny Jansen’s heroics, Ross Atkins addressing his team’s recent struggles before last night’s game, and if Marcus Stroman was deserving of a video tribute. Afterwards, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (38:44)!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the h...