The FAN Morning Show

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week by welcoming on TVA NHL insider Renaud Lavoie! The guys discuss the paths that the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs have taken so far this year, goaltending injuries, and the Leafs’ motivation before getting into Montreal’s crease, Nick Suzuki’s season, and how the Olympics may impact the trade market. After the break, the guys welcome on MLB Network, and Amazon Prime Host Adnan Virk to help set up the MLB’s Winter meetings! (29:29) They get into Adnan’s expectations, the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, Bo Bichette, and what teams in the AL East and beyond are going to be the most active throughout the week. 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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open the second hour by welcoming Charles Davis, NFL on CBS analyst! He shares his thoughts on the Lions’ win over the Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, Detroit’s revived season, Jahmyr Gibbs’ standout play, and Dallas' outlook moving forward. Later, the trio look ahead to discuss the significance of some key Week 14 matchups this weekend including the Chiefs, Colts and Bills. After the break, Raptors reporter and Bodog contributor Aaron Rose (30:30) joins the show to chat about how the Raptors ended LeBron James' 1297-game streak of scoring 10+ points. Aaron also looks into Toronto's overall performance this season, Scottie Barnes’ two-way growth, their place in the Eastern Conference, and whether they have the assets needed to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo. The hour wraps with Gunning and Franceschi debating a hypothetical Scottie-for-Giannis trade.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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week by celebrating a big Maple Leafs win over the Carolina Hurricanes. They highlight strong performances from Matthew Knies, the top line, Auston Matthews, Scott Laughton, Bobby McMann, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, while noting the potential impact of Joseph Woll’s injury on the team’s goaltending. After the break, they shift to the Raptors’ narrow loss to the Lakers and the end of LeBron James’ streak of 1,297 straight 10-point games. They reflect on its significance in Toronto, Jakob Poeltl’s absence, and Scottie Barnes’ impressive season, before looking ahead to the upcoming World Cup Draw!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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi close out the morning by welcoming on Ty Dunne from GoLongTD.com! The guys get Ty’s thoughts on if the Buffalo Bills are serious Super Bowl contenders, the emergence of the New England Patriots and Drake Maye, if Maye is the MVP favourite and how worried Bills Fans should be about the Pats. They then tee-up the Thursday nighter on deck between the Lions and Cowboys. After the break the guys are joined by Maple Leaf Hot Stove writer, Anthony Petrelli (26:34) to discuss the Leafs road trip thus far, what their playoff chances look like, the goaltending situation and Scott Laughton’s role in the forward group. The guys close out the day with their Canadian Sports Moment of the day! 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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open the second hour by discussing the reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo wanted a trade this summer. They examine whether the Raptors were true contenders for him and how their assets compare to the rest of the NBA. They then shift to the Lakers’ visit to Toronto tonight and note how LeBron James' arrival feels less significant than ever, potentially signaling the twilight of his era. Gunning also recaps his time at the Sportsnet Classic 3-on-3. After the break, they’re joined by Nick Kypreos, Real Kyper & Bourne co-host, who shares his impressions of the Leafs' road trip, goaltending tandem, and Dennis Hildeby’s expected workload. The boys also dive into the state of the power play, Auston Matthews’ play since returning from injury, and the ongoing issues with Olympic ice and stadium plans in Italy, including the possibility that NHL players may not participate this winter.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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open Thursday’s show by looking ahead to the Maple Leafs’ road-trip finale against the Hurricanes. The boys frame tonight's clash as a clear benchmark for where the team stands, and discuss which parts of the organization (front office, coaching staff, or players) have had the most pressure lifted during this stretch. They then shift to concerns about the Olympic rink in Italy and the possibility that NHL players might not participate in the upcoming Games. After the break, Brent and Daniele react to news that Kyle Tucker visited the Blue Jays’ facilities, considering what it might mean for Toronto’s chances of signing him. They question whether both Bo Bichette and Tucker could realistically both be added long-term, and how missing out on Tucker would shape perceptions of the Jays’ offseason.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.

Brent Gunning and Sho Alli close out Wednesday morning by welcoming on play-by-play announcer of the Toronto Raptors Eric Smith to discuss his takeaways from the Raps win over the Portland Trailblazers, both positive and negative, plus the impact Scottie Barnes, missing RJ Barrett, Brandon Ingram’s recent struggles and where Gradey Dick fits. The guys then talk about Eric’s book and what the reception to it has been like. Brent and Sho then turn their attention to the Toronto Maple Leafs and their win over the Florida Panthers and if it can galvanize the team going forward. After the break Sho Alli is joined by Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Shi Davidi! (24:22) They get into a conversation on Cody Ponce signing with the Jays, what fans can expect from him and its impact on the rotation, the rest of free agency and the Jays’ offseason. Sho closes out the morning with your Canadian Sports moment! 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.

Brent Gunning and Sho Alli open the second hour by alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! They break down Toronto’s win over Florida last night, assess whether the Leafs are truly back, and evaluate the team’s play when healthy. The trio also discuss Joseph Woll’s workload, Auston Matthews’ resurgence, the defence corps returning to form, and Toronto’s playoff outlook. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (25:25) stops by to discuss what Blue Jays fans can expect from Cody Ponce. Jon shares how his KBO performance could translate to the Majors and Ponce's fit in Toronto's rotation, before forecasting some other offseason moves, potential trades, and the shape of the remaining free agent market. This hour wraps up with thoughts on the Olympic ice situation in Italy for 2026 Winter Games.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.

Brent Gunning and Sho Alli kick off Wednesday morning by recapping the Maple Leafs’ 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers. They highlight how this win renewed some hope for the season, Joseph Woll’s strong performance, Troy Stecher’s impressive play, and the team's ongoing power-play struggles. The boys listen back to Craig Berube’s post-game comments and assess Auston Matthews’ recent stretch as a potential return to form. They also break down the Raptors’ win over the Portland Trail Blazers, noting the team’s inconsistencies, shifting expectations, and the impact of Scottie Barnes’ offensive surge on the team’s ceiling. Ben and Sho close the hour by discussing the Blue Jays signing KBO MVP Cody Ponce, what his addition means for the coming season, how it affects the bullpen makeup, and the increased likelihood of a trade.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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out Tuesday morning by welcoming NHL insider Frank Seravalli on to talk about how the NHL trade market is shaping up,  how active the Leafs will be in it and what’s going on with Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz. The guys then turn their attention to the rest of the league taking a look at Jordan Binnington’s trade market and what the lowly Nashville Predators may do before then getting into Frank’s ongoing beef with Michael Buble. After the break, Co-host of Leafs Talk, and producer of real Kyper & Bourne Sam McKee  joins the guys! (26:23) They discuss Sam’s expectations for tonight’s Leafs Panthers matchup, his conflicted view on the Leafs’ season,  how to root for them right now and what needs to change to turn their season around. The guys close out the morning with talk about who should start in net for team Canada at the Olympics. 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by previewing tonight's Maple Leafs vs. Panthers game. They get into Brad Marchand’s rapport with the Toronto media and examine whether the Leafs may have missed their contention window amid Florida’s mounting injuries. They discuss Auston Matthews’ evolution, the importance of key players going forward, and whether the Leafs’ health-science approach or simple injury-proneness is contributing to their lineup issues. After the break, Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala (27:00) joins to share his observations on the Leafs’ current play, other teams’ adjustments, Matthews’ development, and any changes in Toronto’s defensive-zone coverage. He also weighs in on Team Canada’s Olympic goaltending picture and breaks down his latest draft rankings, where Keaton Verhoeff sits ahead of Gavin McKenna, and what their NCAA seasons and the upcoming World Juniors could indicate.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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday's show with thoughts on Brad Marchand's comments about the Toronto Maple Leafs season thus far. The boys dive into tonight's matchup with the Panthers and outline the stakes of Toronto's growing rivalry with the Panthers, including what to make of Florida’s shaky start. They then shift to David Montgomery’s remarks about Jordan Binnington and what they might mean for Team Canada. After the break, they discuss Pete DeBoer’s statement about the Olympic ice dimensions in Milan and potential implications for Team Canada. Ben and Brent close the hour with a look at the Pete Fairbanks rumours circulating in Toronto and discuss whether he could help fix the Blue Jays' bullpen.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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Monday morning by welcoming on Sportsnet NHL host David Amber to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ weird season and if they can be a playoff team. The trio then discuss Auston Matthews’ current form, how Dakota Joshua can impact the team and Easton Cowan’s impressive play.  After the break the guys are joined by former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk (26:18) to get some of his thoughts about the early season stories around the NHL, the current goaltending situations of the Leafs and Oilers, Sergei Bobrovsky, and what Canada’s net will look like at the Olympics. Ben and Brent close out Monday morning with your Crown Canadian Moment of the day!   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. 

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by examining Auston Matthews’ weekend on the ice. The guys note a possible decline in his puck touches compared to past seasons and consider how a shift from elite status to merely top-ten form could impact the Leafs’ future, especially amid the team’s insistence that his play isn’t related to previous injuries. They then discuss Elliotte Friedman’s report that the Leafs blocked footage from the All or Nothing Amazon Prime documentary involving William Nylander, raising concerns about whether the organization has been too lenient with him and how damaging the unseen footage might have been. Later, Trey Wingo (24:12) of the Straight Facts Homie podcast contributor to talk about the razor-thin margins in the league this year and the heightened excitement created by league-wide parity. They also break down the Chiefs’ struggles, the uncertain identity of the Bills, the heavy pressure facing Buffalo and Baltimore, the Steelers’ shaky outlook and Mike Tomlin’s future, the NFC North amid the Lions’ issues, the Bears’ surprising performance, and Trey’s perspective on the Lane Kiffin situation.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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the week by reviewing the Toronto Maple Leafs up-and-down weekend. The guys gauge the disappointment of Friday’s loss to Washington against the satisfaction of Saturday’s win, noting the unusual nature of a less dominant 7–2 victory over Pittsburgh. They highlight emerging positives, including Dennis Hildeby’s strong play, the potential for giving Joseph Woll more rest, Max Domi’s fit in the lineup, and effective defensive pairings despite injuries. After the break, they shift to the Toronto Raptors’ losses to Charlotte and New York, evaluating what the results reveal about the team’s status as an Eastern Conference contender, their scoring concerns when Brandon Ingram struggles, and how the group measures up to preseason expectations. They wrap up the hour with NFL talk, touching on perceptions of the 49ers, the boundaries of trash talk, the legitimacy of the Panthers, and Max Brosmer’s rough performance.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.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi close out the week by welcoming on hockey news site manager Michael Traikos! The guys get Michael’s thoughts on the Leafs season so far. The sustainability of Joseph Woll and relying on good goaltending for wins and powerplay changes. The trio then dive into a conversation around Brad Treliving, Craig Berube’s performances and what can be improved going forward. After the break Ben and Daniele are joined by Amazon Monday Night Hockey, and MLB network host Adnan Virk! (22:48) Adnan offers his opinion on the Dylan Cease signing, and its impact on the Jays rotation, what’s next for the Jays, and the rest of the AL East, in this offseason. The group then close out with their thoughts on Anthony Rendon retiring and if we will ever see a contract as bad as his in the history of sports?   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.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour of Friday with NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis. They discuss key takeaways from the Chiefs-Cowboys game, the implications for the Chiefs' playoff chances, and if the Cowboys can make it. They also delve into Dak Prescott's performance, the AFC North outlook, Joe Burrow's return, and concerns about Lamar Jackson. After the break, the conversation shifts to the Toronto Maple Leafs' road trip—will it define their season? Can they rely on Joseph Woll, and what do they need from the power play? They also touch on the Raptors' playoff prospects and Brandon Ingram's integration into the lineup (27:35).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.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off Friday discussing the Thanksgiving NFL slate. Are the Chiefs in playoff trouble? What could they have done differently against the Cowboys? Is Patrick Mahomes ever out of the picture? How significant is Quinnen Williams for the Cowboys' defense, and do they have a shot at the playoffs? They also ponder Lamar Jackson's regression—scheme-related or injury-related? Will Dan Campbell's fourth-down decisions backfire, and could the Lions miss the playoffs? Are the Packers any good? Later, they welcome former MLB pitcher and VSiN host Jensen Lewis (28:46) to discuss the Blue Jays' acquisition of Dylan Cease. What can fans expect from him this season? Can the Jays help him improve his strike consistency? Has Toronto's reputation changed among free agents, and how will ABS affect catchers in framing pitches?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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out Thursday morning by welcoming on Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange! Michael touches on the Raptors’ performance last night, how he sees the Brandon Ingram Trade now, and what the most unsustainable part of this run is and if they are a legitimate contender in the Eastern conference. The trio then dive into Scottie Barnes’ play and if we can expect them to be more active in the trade market. Ben and Brent then preview the American thanksgiving NFL slate that we have on store today. Later, Ben and Brent are joined by the Co-Host of Jays Talk Plus and the Raptors show Blake Murphy! (27:05) Blake offers his opinion on the Dylan Cease signing and what Jays fans can expect from him after a down year, the effects of working with Alejandro Kirk and if the Jays have the best rotation in baseball before finishing up with a look at what the Jays may do next. 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. 

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome former Leafs GM and FAN 590 contributor Gord Stellick for insights on the Leafs' recent win. They discuss Joseph Woll's reliability before Stolarz returns, the impact of Auston Matthews, and Easton Cowan's development in the NHL versus the AHL. Then, Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi (25:58) joins to talk about the Blue Jays' major offseason signing, its implications for their rotation, and the future of players like Scherzer, Bassit, and Bo Bichette. Ben and Brent wrap up with their thoughts on the Blue Jays' trajectory.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.