The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli begin the final hour with The Hockey News' Michael Traikos to assess the Leafs' performance in Vegas, the encouraging early returns from Toronto's revamped roster and reasons for cautious optimism. They discuss Gavin McKenna's adjustment to the NHL, Easton Cowan's breakout potential, Sergei Bobrovsky's early performances and John Tavares' evolving role. Later, Sportsnet's Alvin Williams (24:27) joins the guys to break down the Raptors' preseason, Kawhi Leonard's return and how he fits alongside the team's young core, the shifting Eastern Conference landscape and what realistic expectations should be for Toronto this season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli welcome Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi to examine the Division Series, Cleveland's unconventional use of its starting rotation and bullpen, and whether this postseason's results could influence baseball's upcoming labour negotiations. They also discuss Davidi's latest reporting on how Kazuma Okamoto's success could help the Blue Jays attract coveted Japanese free agents, including Teruaki Sato and Kaima Taira, as Toronto prepares for a pivotal off-season. Later, NFL insider Tom Pelissero (28:07) joins the show to get everyone set for Week 5, beginning with Tampa Bay's surprising Thursday night victory over Dallas. He examines the Cowboys' struggles, the state of the NFC East, plus the latest injury developments around the league and the biggest storylines heading into Sunday's slate.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli kick off Friday's show with the Maple Leafs' 4–3 shootout loss in Vegas, where Toronto squandered an early three-goal lead. The guys examine the defensive breakdowns, Sergei Bobrovsky's 40-save effort, Easton Cowan's impact and Mitch Marner's contribution against his former team. They then turn to the MLB playoffs, where Cleveland's six-run sixth inning helped force a decisive Game 5 against Chicago, before shifting to a broader discussion about the state of baseball, including the playoff format, the evolving role of starting pitching and the proposed 154-game regular season. They wrap with Thursday Night Football, where the previously winless Buccaneers stunned the Cowboys, adding to Dallas's early-season concerns.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of The FAN Morning Show to with Jason Bukala to discuss Gavin McKenna's first NHL goal, whether a breakout is on the horizon, and if adding more size should be a priority next season. The conversation also turns to the Maple Leafs' lack of defensive depth, potential blue-line trade targets, and the importance of Auston Matthews returning to peak form this year. Later, Alanna Rizzo (25:08) breaks down the Yankees' ALDS sweep, what's next for the club, the impact of Aaron Judge's absence, and why the Dodgers continue to set the standard after another trip to the NLCS.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin this episode alongside Sam McKee of Real Kyper and Bourne. They set the stage for tonight's Maple Leafs vs. Golden Knights matchup, discuss the keys to Toronto's first road game of the season, and reflect on how the team can carry over the momentum from Tuesday's comeback win over the Predators. Later, on the heels of Alex Ovechkin's announcement that this will be his last season in the NHL, the guys take a trip down memory lane to remember their favourite retirement tours for some of the game's all-time greats.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.