The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning close out Tuesday morning with Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. They break down the Leafs' trade for Kirill Marchenko, whether the team is better today than yesterday, the reported buzz around Matthew Knies, Marchenko's extension, and what a rising salary cap could mean for Auston Matthews and future star contracts. They also discuss John Chayka's vision for the Leafs, how aggressive he could be moving forward, and the latest on Quinn Hughes and the Minnesota Wild. Later, Justin Bourne (24:32) joins the show to share his first impressions of the Marchenko deal, what the winger brings to Toronto, whether the Leafs have improved, and if they have enough blue-line depth. The conversation also covers Gavin McKenna's development path, the state of the bottom six, and Toronto's playoff outlook. Ben and Brent wrap up with their predictions for the Leafs' 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.

On this edition of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning unveil their 2026-27 Toronto Maple Leafs season preview! They discuss what would quantify a successful season for this group, who will be the roster's biggest X-factor, the team's playoff potential, and how they stack up in the crowded Atlantic Division. Later, the guys welcome Sportsnet's Luke Fox to help break down the Leafs' blockbuster trade that sent Matthew Knies to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko. He questions what Marchenko brings to the table that Matthew Knies didn’t, and looks into why Knies was on the trade block in the first place. Outside of this move, Luke shares his expectations for the team this season, highlighting Sergei Bobrovsky's importance, the depth on the blue line, and what's on the horizon for John Chayka. 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 breaking down the Maple Leafs’ blockbuster trade for Kirill Marchenko. They discuss what Marchenko brings to the team, his fit alongside Auston Matthews, the cost of giving up Matthew Knies, and John Chayka’s approach in the trade market. The guys also look into Jack Roslovic’s situation, the NHL salary cap’s expected rise and what it could mean for the Leafs, and Marchenko’s extension. They close the hour with their takeaways from Raptors media day including Kawhi Leonard’s comments and expectations for the Raptors heading into the 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 affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by MLB Network insider Jon Morosi to break down the final day of the MLB season. They discuss the Tigers' handling of Justin Verlander’s farewell outing, the sendoffs for George Springer and Max Scherzer, and what those moments said about Toronto fans. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays’ disappointing campaign, examining roster construction, missed offensive production, the impact of injuries and regression, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s role in the team's struggles, and what lies ahead this offseason. Later, Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman (25:51) stops by to share his thoughts on the Blue Jays’ season, the way Springer and Scherzer were honoured, the challenge of moving past the Guerrero storyline, and whether Ben’s offseason blueprint makes sense for 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 kick off the second hour alongside Charles Davis, NFL on CBS analyst. They discuss last night's Rams-Broncos matchup, Bo Nix's season so far, Denver’s late comeback, the Rams’ expectations moving forward, and the state of the NFL. They also examine the Patriots and Drake Maye, the Chargers and Justin Herbert, Mike McDaniel's fit in LA, along with the Raiders and Kirk Cousins. After the break, the guys discuss the Leafs’ latest roster move to sign Nick Blankenburg and take a closer look at the team's depth on defence. Ben and Brent wrap up by reflecting on the Blue Jays’ season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the team’s plans moving forward. 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 reflecting on the Blue Jays’ final series of the season. They look back on George Springer and Max Scherzer’s potential final games, John Schneider’s decisions to honour the moment, and what the team’s approach says about its appeal to players and free agents. They also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s apology Friday, the fan reaction, and whether improved play next season could repair the relationship. After the break, they recap Week 3 in the NFL covering the Rams, Patriots, Drake Maye, Chargers, Justin Herbert, turnover issues, and whether the Raiders are for real. They close by discussing the Presidents Cup, including the Americans’ dominance in individual golf and Team World’s takeaways from the weekend. 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 Kevin Barker and Joba Chamberlain. They break down Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent comments, the adjustments needed for a bounce-back season, and the pressure facing him moving forward. Plus, thoughts on Spencer Miles and the impact of the Jays' returning injured players. 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 this episode with a preview of the Blue Jays’ upcoming three-game series against the Reds. They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent comments and the expected fan reaction, while also covering the White Sox clinching a playoff spot and Munetaka Murakami’s celebration. The boys also look into Zach Hyman’s comments on Mike Babcock and Oilers training camp. After the break, Ringer and Netflix NFL Insider Tom Pelissero joins the show to break down Thursday Night Football between the Falcons and Packers, Green Bay’s offensive-line injuries, the state of the Giants following Jaxson Dart’s injury, Caleb Williams’ status, and the Commanders’ plans for Jayden Daniels. 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 Friday's episode with thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ decision to visit Arizona before the season. What was the thinking behind this move? The guys also look into the team's decision to waive Steven Lorentz amid a crowded bottom-six, react to reports that Toronto is pursuing Kirill Marchenko, and debate what assets the team could still move. After the break, they hear from Raptors GM Bobby Webster about the Kawhi Leonard trade and assess his offseason moves, the potential impact of The Klaw's return, and what to expect from the team this season. They wrap up this hour with a chat about Wyndham Clark’s comments surrounding Presidents Cup crowds and what to expect in the second round. 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 joined by Nick Kypreos to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s latest comments on his contract and whether Toronto's stars face unique challenges managing expectations. They also break down the Leafs' preseason, Gavin McKenna's NHL readiness, Easton Cowan's case for a roster spot, the importance of blue-line health, and whether Toronto is a playoff team. Later, Jeff Blair (25:23) joins the show to react to Vladdy's remarks, how fans should interpret them, and whether he can rebuild goodwill through words or if only his play on the field can change the narrative. 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.