The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open by recapping the Blue Jays’ loss that evened the series with the Astros, spotlighting Jeff Hoffman’s ninth-inning struggles and questioning why he still gets the call. They also hit on Jason Alexander (no, not Costanza) blanking the Jays over seven scoreless, the lineup’s issues without Bo Bichette, and José Berríos grinding through another solid turn. After the first break, they dig into reports that Kirill Kaprizov declined a massive extension and what it signals for the Connor McDavid discourse ahead of his 2026 free agency. Later, they react to Adam Silver’s comments on rising viewing costs and the backlash from fans paying for full-game access. Plus, they touch on kickoff returns in the NFL being up and if that's actually good for the game.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 kick off hour three with Sportsnet analyst Madison Shipman to dig into the Jays’ lineup depth, Davis Schneider’s plate discipline, the club’s attention to detail on both sides of the ball, and Shane Bieber’s in-game adjustments. After the final break, The Athletic’s Joshua Kloke (28:21) uses the Leafs as a comparison point to explore the upside of lowered expectations and what that perspective means for the Jays’ season. He also hits on Matthew Knies embracing the spotlight and Derek Cornelius’ free-kick winner as Canada secures back-to-back wins against European competition for the first time.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 hour two with a quick reset on the Jays’ extra-inning win, what Bo Bichette’s IL stint means now, and whether it offers a potential glimpse of next season without him. They highlight the infield plan: Ernie Clement at short, IKF in the mix, and Andrés Giménez staying at second, before checking in on Shane Bieber’s outing and Anthony Santander’s delayed rehab. Later, the guys sort through the new details on Kawhi Leonard and Uncle Dennis’s 2019 asking price and whether it rewrites the Raptors' story. After the break, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (28:13) joins to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doing the little and big things, Bieber’s player option versus free agency, and what Bo’s injury means for the Jays’ postseason chances.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 with thoughts on the Blue Jays’ wild extra-inning comeback over the Astros! They spotlight George Springer’s longest homer of the year, Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s ninth-inning knock, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s big defensive play, Tyler Heineman’s walk-off (plus the smoke-show postgame), and a bullpen that suddenly looks steady. They also hit on Bo Bichette’s move to the 10-day IL and the 13-game gauntlet ahead. After the first break, they tackle the unthinkable: could Sidney Crosby actually leave Pittsburgh? Plus, the latest on the Hughes brothers reunion buzz.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 & Brent discuss the Blue Jays as they approach a crucial homestand and the final stretch of the season. They analyze upcoming competition and invite MLB Network’s Robert Flores, who shares insights on the Jays' potential to win the A.L. East and the American League overall, highlighting their depth and rotation as key advantages. The trio identifies potential difference-makers for the last 19 games and postseason. They then bring in SN’s Ben Nicholson-Smith (26:15) to delve into critical decisions and key players impacting the lineup, rotation, and 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 affiliate.

Ben and Brent start the second hour setting up the Blue Jays' return to Rogers Centre tonight to start an important three-game set with the Astros. The hosts talk about what’s at stake for the American League’s top team as they host the A.L. West division leaders. Toronto announced their starters for the series, flipping two of their guys off the regular rotation rest, so B&B break down the reasoning behind the swap. They focus on the middle game starter, José Berríos, and dive deeper into his recent struggles to debate if this is start of a career decline. Later, the boys turn their attention back to the NFL alongside Bill Bender (23:07) of The Sporting News. He offers his thoughts on MNF and Week 1 in general, before taking a closer look at the progression of quarterbacks at the pro level including J.J. McCarthy, Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and even some of collegiate players like Arch Manning.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.

Week 1 is in the books! Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning look back on the first Monday Night Football game of the season between the Bears and Vikings, with a focus on the pair of quarterbacks in action. J.J. McCarthy seemed to get better as the game went on and delivered big in the fourth quarter, while Caleb Williams started strong but really struggled down the stretch. They zoom out to chat about some NFL headlines including the aftermath for the fan who got into it with the Ravens, as well as Tennessee's new head coach not knowing a rule. In the back end of the hour (29:50), B&B turn their attention to the hockey world where some Matthew Knies quotes are picking up some traction. How important will the power forward be in Toronto without Mitch Marner this season? The duo wrap up the hour with thoughts on how the Maple Leafs can make themselves appealing to Connor McDavid if he decides he doesn’t see a long term future in Edmonton.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 and Brent analyze the American League standings and discuss their concerns about rival teams. They then welcome Trey Wingo to share his insights on the NFL after Week 1, including thoughts on the Bills, Ravens, and Aaron Rodgers. The conversation shifts back to baseball with MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (26:44), who weighs in on the Blue Jays' chances in the A.L. and potential World Series favourites.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 and Brent continue into the second hour with more thoughts on Blue Jays and the state of the rotation. The hosts debate who should get the ball to start in the postseason by diving into Max Scherzer, Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt's most recent starts. Where will Shane Bieber slot in? Later, B&B pivot to the gridiron following the first Sunday slate of NFL regular season action. They discuss Aaron Rodgers’ Steelers debut against his former team, how good the Packers performed on defense with Micah Parsons, if Daniel Jones could have a resurgent year in Indianapolis, and the dismal showing from the Lions, Giants and Dolphins. Sportsnet’s own Shi Davidi (25:10), who was in the Bronx covering the Blue Jays, closes out the hour with his thoughts on how the team is shaping up heading into the final three-week stretch.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 are back! They begin by looking back on the Blue Jays' weekend in the Bronx that saw the Yankees narrowly pull off a series win. Is Toronto still the best team in the division? The pair discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. big weekend in NYC, if he’s fully back to form, or if there was extra motivation in playing the Yankees. B&B also gauge their confidence in Max Scherzer, as well as the Blue Jays bullpen, before taking a closer look at Bo Bichette's injury. Later, the a.m. boys dissect the Bills' gutsy comeback win over the Ravens on Sunday Night Football, before touching on Connor McDavid's recent comments about his contract negotiations and if Oilers fans should be concerned (26:40).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 the week with a detailed preview of the Toronto Blue Jays versus the New York Yankees. They invite former MLB catcher Erik Kratz to discuss the series, addressing bullpen concerns for both teams, defensive advantages, and lineup strengths. The conversation includes anticipation around Anthony Santander's return. They also welcome Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson Smith (26:31) to share his insights on the series’ implications, rotation strategy, and predictions for the games ahead. 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 begin the second hour talking with Charles Davis, NFL analyst on CBS, on the heels of opening night! He weighs in on Jalen Carter's spitting incident and what the fallout could be, as well as the NFL’s new points of emphasis with the taunting penalties. They take a step back to look at the state of the AFC North, expectations for Sunday's Colts vs. Dolphins clash, and if Tyreek Hill can rediscover his form this season. Later, the guys preview this weekend's Yankees-Blue Jays series and question if the Toronto has the mental edge, the pitching matchups to watch for, both team's bullpen concerns, and how to pitch to Aaron Judge (25:20).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 kick off Friday morning recapping the opening night of the NFL season! They start off with thoughts on "spit gate" and Jalen Carter's subsequent ejection, before diving into Saquon Barkley, Jalen Hurts and Dak Prescott's performances. The guys also share their picks for the biggest surprises and disappointments this year on the gridiron. Later on, Ben and Brent react to Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer’s interview with ESPN to address the allegations surrounding Kawhi Leonard's contract. Finally, the guys review Connor McDavid’s comments to Mark Spector about prioritizing goal scoring, as well as the potential of an extension in Edmonton.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 kick off the final hour discussing the upcoming Blue Jays-Yankees series. They chat with Keith Smith, host of the NBA Front Office Show, about the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard situation, cap circumvention in the NBA, potential owner reactions, and what penalties the Clippers might face. Raptors fans are also considered in this context. Next, Adnan Virk (25:54) from MLB Network joins to share his thoughts on the Blue Jays' series against the Yankees, George Springer's performance, and concerns about the bullpen. The discussion also covers the current state of the AL East, asking if the Yankees are back, the Red Sox's resurgence, the playoff prospects for the Rays, and the A.L. wild card race.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 begin the second hour of the morning looking at the job John Schneider has done this season in Toronto. Does he have the magic touch, or are the Jays just having a magical season? They look into his roster decisions including leaving Addison Barger in the two-hole, how he's managed his bullpen, and the juggling of the rotation, before debating if Schneider should be the front runner for American League Manager of the Year. Trey Wingo (23:25), host of Alternative Routes and Straight Facts Homie!, pivots the conversation to the NFL with the regular season set to kick off tonight! He dives into his expectations for the NFC East this year, why Saquon Barkley is a candidate for regression, the aftermath of the Micah Parsons trade, and what to make of the Lions, Bears and Bengals.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.