Dark Times for Leafs Nation + the Surging Toronto Raptors
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of The FAN Morning Show, reflecting on another loss for the Leafs against the Los Angeles Kings. They invite Sam McKee from Real Kyper and Bourne to discuss the team's struggles, whether more losses can be expected in the future, and the potential impact of Joseph Woll's return. The show wraps up with Howard Beck (25:25), who shares insights on the surging Toronto Raptors, discusses whether Scottie Barnes can lead the team on a lengthy postseason run, and reviews the recent firing of Nico Harrison by the Dallas Mavericks.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.
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Patriots Eyeing AFC Crown + Blue Jays Free Agent Targets
Ben and Brent open this hour talking NFL with Charles Davis, NFL on CBS analyst. He breaks down the Patriots' big win over the Jets last night and what it signifies to the rest of the AFC, before looking ahead to Week 11's full schedule of games kicking off on Sunday. They also touch on the Giants coaching search after parting ways with Brian Daboll and Bill Belichick's candidacy for the job. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (25:47) checks in on the Blue Jays' offseason priorities, some names Toronto is in the market for, and Bo Bichette's outlook for 2026, before looking back on last night's MLB Award winners.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.
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Leafs Crumble Late + Raptors Signature Win
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Friday's edition of The FAN Morning Show looking back on the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to the Kings to stretch their losing streak to four games. They discuss Toronto being outshot by a wide margin and their first impressions of the group without Auston Matthews, before getting into the team's decision to waive David Kämpf and ultimately terminate his contract. Later, the boys break down the Raptors' 126-113 win over the Cavaliers, marking perhaps the team's best performance of the season. What does this win say about Toronto's ability to compete against the elite teams in the Eastern Conference? Ben and Brent also look into the Patriots' dominating win over the Jets as they make their case to be the best team in the AFC, before wrapping up with thoughts on Aaron Judge winning the American League MVP Award.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.
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Leafs Look to Get Back on Track + Herm Edwards
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up their morning show by chatting with ESPN NFL analyst Herm Edwards. They dive into the AJ Brown situation in Philadelphia, the Packers' offensive struggles, and whether the Seahawks are real Super Bowl contenders. They also discuss the crucial divisional matchup between the Chiefs and Broncos, and whether Bills fans should be worried about their team's performance. Lastly, they touch on the Patriots' status facing the Jets. Next, they welcome Joshua Kloke (26:01) from The Athletic to discuss the Leafs' current difficulties and Joseph Woll's playing status, followed by a look at Canada's upcoming friendly against Ecuador and World Cup preparations. They conclude with final thoughts on Canada and the Leafs facing the LA Kings.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.
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Can the Leafs Adapt & Overcome?
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing what might help the Maple Leafs break out of their current slump. They look into how the team can adjust if Auston Matthews is out long-term, Easton Cowan and David Kämpf’s potential returns, and the possibility of William Nylander moving back to centre. The pair then review the 2025 Cy Young Award winners, before discussing a rumour of a player wanting to join the Yankees. After the break, they’re joined by Sportsnet’s Luke Fox (23:54) to analyze the Leafs’ recent struggles, injury concerns, Nylander’s role, the team’s current mindset, and how they might manage their goaltending this week.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.
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