The FAN Morning Show

• Leafs Resurgence + Bobby Webster!

  Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the hour with Leafs beat reporter Luke Fox. They discuss Dennis Hildeby’s surprising performance and the potential for it to continue. They also examine the impacts of Woll and Hildeby on the team, Troy Stecher's surprising contributions, and the struggles of the power play—debating whether the issue lies with personnel or coaching. They touch on the latest injury updates for the Leafs. After the break, Raptors GM Bobby Webster (22:44) joins to assess the team’s first 25 games, Brandon Ingram’s integration, and the offensive challenges without RJ Barrett. They discuss the NBA Cup's impact and Darko Rajakovic’s coaching transition. Ben and Brent then share their predictions for the night before wrapping up with the Canadian sports moment of the day.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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• Jon Morosi on Winter Meetings + Hildeby's First Shoutout

  Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour alongside Jon Morosi, MLB Network insider. He shares what he’s hearing from the Winter Meetings in Orlando, including growing speculation around a potential José Berríos trade following Ross Atkins’ comments. Morosi discusses Berríos’ possible value, the unusually candid tone from the Blue Jays’ front office, and the team’s ongoing activity in Florida, including whether additions may come in the bullpen or at a position-player spot. He also breaks down the situations surrounding Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker, and Tarik Skubal. After the break, the hosts shift to Dennis Hildeby’s impressive play and his impact on the team’s postseason hopes and future goaltending structure. They then revisit the Kyle Tucker rumours following a recent Joel Sherman reports, noting potential concerns the Blue Jays may need to weigh.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 Win, Hildeby Shines & Berríos' Future

  Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday’s show by recapping the Leafs’ 2–0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. They dive into the team’s potential season turnaround after a rough start and highlight Dennis Hildeby’s strong play in his first career shutout. They praise waiver pickup Troy Stecher’s unexpected impact amid injuries on the blue line and touch on Dakota Joshua’s improvement, Auston Matthews’ recent form, and the upcoming matchup against the Sharks. After the break, they discuss reports from the MLB winter meetings regarding José Berríos’ handling of his postseason demotion and the implications for the Blue Jays’ rotation next year. Before the next break, they examine the Eagles’ Monday night loss to the Chargers and reflect on the unusual struggles of the defending Super Bowl champions.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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• Raptors Hit a Plateau + NFL Week 14 Recap

  Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Monday morning by chatting with Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange about his hip replacement surgery and the pros and cons of the procedure. They also discuss the Raptors' recent struggles, losing 4 of their last 5 games, and what has changed since their 9-game win streak. Grange shares insights on Brandon Ingram's performance, the importance of the upcoming NBA Cup game against the Knicks, and the Raptors' chances of making the top 6 in the East. After the break, Trey Wingo (24:11) joins to analyze Week 14, discuss the Chiefs' future, and the implications of the Colts' injury to Daniel Jones. The guys finish with a spotlight on a Canadian sporting moment!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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• Leafs Weekend Rewind + MLB Winter Meeting Murmurs

  Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! He shares his thoughts on Toronto's shootout loss to the Canadiens, the overall state of the buds, the impact of Joseph Woll's injury, Dennis Hildeby’s reliability, and the struggling power play. The guys then discuss concerns about the Olympic ice surface in Milan and the possibility of NHL players not attending, offering their own alternatives if the venue isn’t ready. After the break, they shift to the news from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando. The boys assess where the Blue Jays stand after signing Dylan Cease, their potential involvement with Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette, and what additional roster moves may be ahead. Ben and Brent wrap up with a look at the World Cup draw and its implications for Canada’s group.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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