The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the week with ESPN's Jon “Boog” Sciambi, discussing the Blue Jays' performance in the World Series. They dive into the team's chemistry, the struggling Dodgers, Mookie Betts, and what to expect from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. They also chat with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (25:47) about his thoughts on the series, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s impressive play, and George Springer's potential impact. Finally, they wrap up with predictions for the weekend's 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning dive into the second hour discussing potential World Series MVPs for the Blue Jays, beyond Vladimir Guerrero Jr. They highlight Addison Barger's strong performance and ponder who might be the team's unsung hero a decade from now—could it be Andres Gimenez, Nathan Lukes, or Chris Bassitt? The duo shares confidence rankings for the bullpen, reflecting on Jeff Hoffman's resurgence. They then welcome Buck Martinez (24:48), Blue Jays legend and Sportsnet analyst, to chat before Game 6. Buck shares his thoughts on the team's playoff run, compares it to past World Series teams, and weighs in on facing Yoshinobu Yamamoto. He also discusses George Springer's status and shares his confidence about the team's readiness. 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 Friday morning discussing Game 6 of the World Series. How does it feel to wake up on the brink of history, especially with the Blue Jays as favorites? Are they justifiably favored? With George Springer rumored to be close to returning, how healthy can we expect him to be? Will the Jays extend Gausman beyond his usual limits, and what implications would that have? How should they approach Yoshinobu Yamamoto tonight for better results? Shifting focus to the Dodgers, if they lose, who bears the blame? Is it the bullpen or the underperforming lineup? Can we expect the lineup to rally? How will they manage their bullpen down the stretch? Should the Jays consider extending any starters, and is it fair to blame Dave Roberts? 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 kick off the final hour discussing the Blue Jays nearing a World Series win and its potential impact on the city. They engage with fans about expectations for the closing game and share thoughts on Dave Roberts' performance with the Dodgers. The conversation shifts to the effects of Game 6 on Halloween festivities and the possibility of the Blue Jays making free agency moves. Former MLB player and NESN analyst Lou Merloni (22:47) joins to discuss the Blue Jays' gameplay and the significance of their success. He highlights the team's unsung heroes and reflects on his experience calling the memorable Dodgers-Red Sox 18-inning game, contemplating if such long games are detrimental for the Dodgers. They also explore the implications of a Blue Jays victory for baseball and future CBA negotiations. 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 begin the second hour by previewing Game 6 of the World Series! They discuss George Springer’s status ahead of Friday's matchup, before taking a closer look at what Bo Bichette’s comments to Ken Rosenthal could indicate about his future in Toronto. Later, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (25:38) joins to share his thoughts on the series, including Trey Yesavage’s standout outing, Blake Snell’s struggles, Bichette’s resurgence, and how these storylines could shape Game 6 and the 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday’s show by breaking down the Blue Jays victory in Game 5 to move one win away from a World Series title. They look back on Trey Yesavage’s dominant seven-inning outing and his impact on the Blue Jays’ postseason run, before examining how the team managed to get to Blake Snell despite missing George Springer. The boys also highlight Davis Schneider's instant payoff in the leadoff role and John Schneider’s decision to start Addison Barger against a lefty as signs of managerial growth. After the break, Ben and Brent take some time to discuss the Maple Leafs’ loss to the Blue Jackets, John Tavares’ 500th goal, and the concerns arising from the team’s 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 Brent Gunning are joined by former MLB player Joba Chamberlain to discuss the World Series, including his take on the Blue Jays’ postseason performance, Shane Bieber’s pitching, and Chris Bassitt’s unexpected role out of the bullpen. Joba also shares insights on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s star status and the value of leadership in the clubhouse, while expressing anticipation for Trey Yesavage’s performance. Later, they welcome Cody Decker (28:02), who shares his views on the series, George Springer’s injury, and the differences in the bullpens of both teams. Ben and Brent wrap up with their predictions for Game 5. 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 open the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! They start off with thoughts on the Blue Jays’ current run and how the city’s excitement compares to the 1992–93 seasons, as well as the Raptors’ 2019 championship. They also take time to dive into the Maple Leafs’ win over the Flames last night, praising Max Domi’s standout performance, Matthew Knies’ strong play, and speculating on Joseph Woll’s return. Later, the hosts draw some parallels between the Blue Jays’ postseason success and the Leafs’ progress, before previewing Game 5 of the World Series including the pitching matchup between Trey Yesavage and Blake Snell, as Toronto’s offensive identity without George Springer. 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 Wednesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays’ Game 4 victory over the Dodgers, highlighting how the team overcame George Springer’s absence and the pivotal role Vladimir Guerrero Jr. could play in the next three games. They discuss Shane Bieber’s strong outing and whether his approach offered a blueprint for containing Shohei Ohtani, as well as Chris Bassitt’s impressive relief performance that may cement him as a key high-leverage arm. The hosts also emphasize the importance of attacking the Dodgers’ bullpen. Later, they’re joined by former major leaguer and By the Books host Jensen Lewis (28:36), who praises the Jays’ resilience, analyzes Bieber’s impact and Ohtani implications, weighs in on Trey Yesavage’s start, and reflects on Bassitt’s emergence. Lewis also considers what broader lessons a Blue Jays World Series win might offer the league. 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 former Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson. They discuss Erik's memorable 18-inning game, the clubhouse atmosphere during long innings, and his thoughts on last night’s game and Brandon Little’s performance. Erik shares insights on how the team might respond in Game 4 and the impact on pitchers' routines. The hosts then turn to listener questions about Game 3 before wrapping up with predictions for today’s World Series matchup (37:54). 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.