The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up their morning show with NHL insider Frank Seravalli, discussing insights from the Olympics and the Canada-U.S. hockey rivalry. They explore the potential for more international matchups, the risks involved, and the physical toll on players. The conversation shifts to Brett Kulak's trade and its implications for the upcoming trade deadline. They’re later joined by Adnan Virk (23:58) to discuss reactions to Canada's Olympic loss and expectations for the upcoming MLB season, particularly for the Blue Jays. Ben and Brent finish by sharing their thoughts on the Leafs' return to action.

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 previewing the return of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey! They reflect on the team’s momentum before the break and assess their playoff outlook, takeaways from recent line rushes, expectations for rested goaltending, and what to anticipate from key players like John Tavares, Mathew Knies, William Nylander, and Auston Matthews. Later, they’re joined by former San Jose Sharks defenceman and NHL Network analyst, Jason Demers (25:01), to examine the challenges of returning to NHL play after the Olympics. He takes a moment to look back on Team USA’s gold medal win, and explore how the tournament may shape perceptions of Matthews’ leadership and mentality. They also touch on the spotlight moment for Macklin Celebrini and what it signals for his future.

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 Wednesday by recapping the Raptors’ 116-107 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. They break down Scottie Barnes’ performance, the impact of missing Jakob Poeltl, Brandon Ingram’s inconsistency, and the team’s overall scoring depth. They shift to the latest on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, debate the implications of a potentially voided contract, and discuss Jusuf Nurkić’s injury and the Jazz’s approach, along with the NBA’s ongoing tanking issue. After the break, they react to Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews’ appearance at the White House and absence from the State of the Union, before examining the Brett Kulak trade and what it signals ahead of the deadline.

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 day with TVA reporter Renaud Lavoie, discussing Quebec's reaction to Canada's gold medal loss to the U.S. They touch on whether Sidney Crosby should have played, Nick Suzuki's impressive performance against Czechia, and the lack of French Canadians in the roster. Renaud also shares insights on hockey development in Quebec and its future trajectory. After the break, Stanley Cup champion Mike Commodore (27:55) joins to reflect on the game, the growth of the U.S. team, and the effectiveness of 3-on-3 overtime. They conclude with what Hockey Canada needs to do to regain its top status globally.

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 alongside Sportsnet's Jason Bukala to further break down the Olympic men's hockey gold medal game. They debate whether Canada is truly in crisis, how much the rest of the world has closed the gap, and the narratives surrounding Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Jordan Binnington. What does the loss means for Canada’s goaltending picture and Binnington’s future? After the break, Kevin Barker (24:07) of Blair & Barker stops by to chat about Blue Jays spring training, the rotation's outlook after Eric Lauer’s arbitration comments, potential fits for Max Scherzer, and early impressions of Kazuma Okamoto. Can he help offset the loss of Bo Bichette? Later, the guys offer their expectations for the American League East in 2026 and investigate what this season could mean for Kevin Gausman.

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.