The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the final hour by chatting with NHL Insider Frank Seravalli about the Brady Tkachuk situation in Ottawa. What are Frank’s thoughts? Is the trade significant in relation to American players’ desire to stay in Canada? They also discuss the potential impact on Canadian markets outside of Toronto and Montreal and how senators fans might feel post-trade. Afterwards, they welcome MLB Network host Adnan Virk (30:48) to discuss the influences of soccer terminology in baseball. Can it work? Adnan shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays’ performance, their comeback to near .500, and their chances for the AL Wild Card. They also touch on news from the majors, including the Giants and Rafael Devers. 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 are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to help break down the trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami. They discuss if Giannis elevates the Heat into title contention, the package of players and picks going back to Milwaukee, and what happened to the Celtics' offer centered around Jaylen Brown. The guys also chat about the Raptors' off-season needs, how the Eastern Conference hierarchy has changed, what's next for Jakob Poeltl and RJ Barrett, and Toronto's options with the 19th overall pick in the NBA Draft tonight. Later, Ben and Brent take a closer look at the Maple Leafs situation in goal and debate if they should they pursue the big fish on the market like Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Hellebuyck or Jordan Binnington. Does the Marlies' Calder Cup run change the equation? 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 Tuesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays' 4-2 victory to open their series against the Astros. Now sitting at .500 on the season, the guys discuss Toronto's path towards the playoffs, the team's resilience after so many early injuries, and how important Kazuma Okamoto has been. The guys also break down Dylan Cease’s 5.2 innings of work, the flawless effort from the bullpen to hold the lead, and their expectations for tonight as Shane Bieber makes his return to the mound. After the break, the guys listen back to Darren Raddysh's comments about his decision to sign in Toronto, before closing the hour with reactions to Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade to Miami! 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 morning by welcoming Leafs historian Damien Cox. They discuss the Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers and its implications for Canadian hockey and the Leafs. Next, they explore the US Open and the mixed reception towards Wyndham Clark. Then, they dive into Canada’s World Cup campaign with former national team player Iain Hume (29:34). How surprised is he by Canada’s performance against Qatar? Should they play for a draw against Switzerland, and what impact would Alphonso Davies' potential return have? The conversation touches on the evolving identity of Canada in soccer. 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 kick off the second hour by breaking down the Senators’ decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers. They dive deeper into the return in Ottawa, the team's direction, and what the move means for the franchise and its fans. They also examine the potential implications for the Maple Leafs, including how it could shape future decisions involving captain Auston Matthews and the trade value of Matthew Knies. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi joins the show to share his impressions of the World Cup in Toronto, before getting into the Blue Jays. They chat about Saturday's comeback win over the Cubs, the impact of Shane Bieber’s return, bullpen workload concerns, playoff prospects in the American League, and what a potential trade market for Tarik Skubal could look like if the Tigers decide to move him. 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 week by reacting to the Senators’ decision to trade Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers. They discuss the timing of the move, the return Ottawa received, and the significance of Brady joining his brother Matthew in Florida. They also examine some broader NHL issues, including the appeal of tax-free states, the challenges Canadian and smaller-market teams face in retaining players, and whether the Senators acted too quickly. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays’ series split featuring by a dramatic comeback win Saturday that could serve as a turning point for the season. The hosts also discuss Kevin Gausman’s rough outing Friday, Shane Bieber’s anticipated return and potential impact on the pitching staff, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s performance at the plate. After the break, they recap Wyndham Clark’s U.S. Open victory, the fan reaction at Shinnecock, the role of course conditions, and Sam Burns’ struggles on the greens. 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.

In the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, Dan Shulman joins Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning to break down the Blue Jays’ sweep of the Red Sox and discuss whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is beginning to find his groove after yesterday’s home run. Stanley Cup champion Brandon Bussi (28:23) reflects on winning it all, the team’s celebrations, and the journey to the title. Later, Frank Seravalli weighs in on the Maple Leafs’ acquisition of Darren Raddysh, what his free-agent market may have looked like, and Morgan Rielly’s future in Toronto. 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 with more on the Maple Leafs' finalizing a sign-and-trade for Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning. The guys break down what the move tells us about how John Chayka and Mats Sundin will operate, where Raddysh best fits in Toronto's optimal lineup, what this signals about Morgan Rielly future, and the areas the Leafs still need to address going into the NHL Draft next week. After the break, Jason Bukala (25:33) of Sportsnet and The Pro Hockey Group joins to share his thoughts on Raddysh's fit in Toronto, what elements he can bring to the blue line, and how much he can help the power play. They wrap up this hour with thoughts on the discourse surrounding a potential Matthews Knies trade and more on Toronto's new head coach, Jim Hiller. 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 by delivering the news that arrived late last night about the Maple Leafs being close to a sign-and-trade to acquire Darren Raddysh! The boys then pivot to Canada's historic 6-0 victory over Qatar last night at BC Place. They reflect on what the victory means for the program, Jonathan David's hat trick performance, and Cyle Larin's goal to open the scoring once again. They also touch on Moïse Bombito's return to the pitch and Alphonso Davies' status heading into their next game against Switzerland, before discussing Ismaël Koné's injury and the impact of his absence. After the break, the guys recap the Blue Jays' series sweep of the Red Sox including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s much-needed home run and Trey Yesavage pitching into the eight inning. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with a look at the opening round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. 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 with Sportsnet.ca Leafs writer Luke Fox. They discuss Luke's thoughts on Jim Hiller's hiring, his style compared to Craig Berube, and whether he can restore the team's joy in play. They also ponder if Auston Matthews and William Nylander were consulted in the process. The conversation shifts to John Chayka's offseason plans, potential free-agent targets, and the likelihood of trades. After the break, Sportsnet soccer analyst James Sharman (25:30) joins to analyze the Bosnia and Herzegovina game, Jonathan David’s struggles, and the potential impact of Cyle Larin. They also touch on the importance of the upcoming game against Qatar and the implications of a draw going into the Switzerland match. 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.