The FAN Morning Show

Brent Gunning and Zack Bodenstein wrap up the week with Jason Bukala, discussing the Edmonton Oilers' playoff chances without Leon Draisaitl and the impact of missing key players. They also analyze Matthew Schaffer's rookie season and the upcoming draft class. The conversation shifts to the Leafs, covering Auston Matthews' injury, Matthew Knies' market value, and Easton Cowan's ice time. After a break, they welcome Adnan Virk (25:57) to discuss the World Baseball Classic's success and the Blue Jays' rotation troubles, debating fan concerns and their approach to Trey Yesavage.

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 Zack Bodenstien open the second hour by with focus on the Blue Jays. They chat about how the team is attracting new fans to the ballpark, from recent initiatives like their "Hall of Excellence" announcement with Buck Martinez set to be inducted, to broader factors like winning and overall fan experience, while comparing them to other Toronto teams. After the break, they’re joined by Nick Kypreos (24:50) of Real Kyper & Bourne to further discuss Auston Matthews’ surgery, his potential return timeline, and what it could mean for the Leafs’ offseason plans, including the possibility of roster changes involving Matthew Knies and the team’s leadership structure. The hour wraps up with a discussion on the enforcer code in the NHL.

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 Zack Bodenstien wrap up the week by reacting to Trey Yesavage being placed on the IL to start the season. The guys discuss the impact on the Blue Jays’ rotation, what this means for the team's pitching depth, and their expectations heading into the year. After the break, they cover Auston Matthews’ successful knee surgery and what it could mean for the team’s offseason plans and his value. Finally, Brent and Zack dive into Elliotte Friedman’s report on the possibility of the Maple Leafs moving on from Matthew Knies and what a potential trade could look like.

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.

Sho Alli and Zack Bodenstien wrap up Thursday morning with FAN 590's Eric Smith. They discuss RJ Barrett's season and contract prospects, the Raptors' playoff chances against the Cavaliers, and Darko Rajaković's coaching performance. They also consider the rotation adjustments for the postseason and the NBA's tanking issue. After the break, they welcome Ken Pomeroy (25:13) of KENPOM.com to explore his ranking formula, luck metric, and examine potential upsets in the tournament. They close the hour by engaging with listener texts.

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.

Sho Alli and Zack Bodenstein begin the second hour by welcoming Sportsnet NHL analyst Sam Cosentino! The trio gauge their expectations for the Toronto Maple Leafs, including player evaluation, development decisions, and organizational responsibilities. They also compare the Leafs’ approach to the Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild and touch on Gavin McKenna’s NCAA season and draft outlook. After the break, FAN 590 play-by-play voice Ben Shulman (25:35) joins to discuss José Berríos’ injury, how it impacts the Blue Jays’ rotation, and Trey Yesavage’s development plan. The conversation also covers Blue Jays performances at the World Baseball Classic, offensive projections, and how the roster is shaping up heading into the new 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.