The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Tuesday morning with Victory Plus insider Frank Seravalli, discussing the ethics of tanking in sports and whether unlimited free agency could address it. They also touch on the Toronto Maple Leafs' front office search and the excitement in South Philly for playoff hockey. Later, Sportsnet Golf analyst Adam Stanley (27:28) joins to share insights from Augusta, including Rory's performance and the summer rivalry between Rory and Scottie. They conclude with Ben's experience as a Patron at Augusta.

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 alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! They discuss the team’s late-season slide, draft-pick implications, and whether it signals a potential rebuild. They examine Morgan Rielly’s future and trade market, reflect on Joe Bowen’s final home game and legacy, and consider what's next for Auston Matthews. After the break, the hosts react to The Athletic’s agent survey with thoughts on Connor McDavid’s next contract and the Leafs’ prominence in league conversations. They also assess the Blue Jays within the AL East, the Red Sox’s slow start, the importance of strong outings from Kevin Gausman and Dylan Cease, and bounce-back potential for pitchers like Eric Lauer and Max Scherzer.

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 Tuesday by recapping the Maple Leafs’ 6–5 loss to the Dallas Stars. They discuss the team’s recent slide, the decision to start Artur Akhtyamov, and how other results around the league may impact their draft outlook. They reflect on Joe Bowen’s final game, consider what the future may hold for Morgan Rielly and Auston Matthews, and project what's ahead for playoff-clinching teams like the Flyers and Kings. After the break, former MLB pitcher and VSiN By the Books co-host, Jensen Lewis (29:58) joins to discuss the Blue Jays’ slow start following last year’s World Series run. He shares insight on bouncing back from near-championship seasons, managing expectations early in the year, the importance of staying competitive, Max Scherzer’s durability, George Springer’s struggles, and Shane Bieber’s return to the rotation.

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 Monday with Canadian golf writer Lorne Rubenstein. They discuss key takeaways from the Masters, Rory McIlroy's dominance, and the possibility of a new era in golf. They also ponder if Rory's relatable personality surpasses that of Tiger Woods, the competitiveness of Scottie Scheffler, and the future of Woods in professional golf. Later, Sportsnet Blue Jays announcer Dan Shulman (26:04) joins to analyze the team's homestand and concerns about injuries affecting their 3-4-5 starters. They consider the implications of Springer and Kirk's injuries, the need for lineup protection for Vladdy, and the impact of missing Bo Bichette.

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 the second hour by recapping the Blue Jays’ rough series against the Twins. They outline concerns surrounding Max Scherzer’s short start, the team’s pitching struggles as a whole and heavy bullpen usage. They also address George Springer’s toe injury, the offence’s slow start, and whether mounting injuries could derail the season early. The conversation then shifts to the potential final matchup between Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby and the possibility of seeing them meet in the playoffs. After the break, Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (25:25) joins to discuss Toronto securing the 5th seed in the Eastern Conference and their looming matchup with the Cavaliers. Grange also dives into the team’s development this season and Darko Rajaković’s coaching 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.