The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the final hour of The FAN Morning Show by welcoming Toronto Star contributor and Leafs historian, Damien Cox! They discuss Auston Matthews’ place in Leafs history as he closes in the team's all-time goal record, the team’s direction, Dennis Hildeby’s outlook as a starter, and concerns around Chris Tanev’s injuries. They also break down Team Canada’s roster announcement and the brewing excitement for the Olympics. Later, the guys are joined by Sportsnet NHL host David Amber (26:40) to react to the Canadian Olympic roster, key omissions and storylines, before giving their live reaction to Team USA’s announcement and offering final thoughts on how the American roster compares to Canada.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 the second hour by welcoming NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis to break down some key Week 18 storylines! They preview AFC North showdown between the Steelers and Ravens, the NFC South race involving the Bucs, Panthers, and Falcons, and the playoff outlooks for the NFC West, Sam Darnold, and the Eagles. After the break, the guys shift to MLB's offseason to discuss why transactions take so long to unfold. They also touch on Auston Matthews’ pursuit of Mats Sundin’s all-time Maple Leafs goal record. The hour wraps up with a look back at the 4 Nations Face-Off and how it may impact pressure on Team Canada heading into the Olympics.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 return after the holiday season to recap the Maple Leafs’ dramatic 6–5 comeback win over the Jets. They dive into the importance of victory, Auston Matthews’ first hat trick since February 2024, and the renewed confidence for this group in a playoff push. They break down the improved power play since Marc Savard’s firing and debate whether the change reflects real adjustments or better results, along with how to manage the net during a compressed schedule. After the break, they analyze Team Canada’s Olympic roster, touching on notable inclusions and snubs, lineup combinations, Jordan Binnington’s selection, and the blue line makeup. They wrap up by sharing their excitement for the return of Olympic hockey.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.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off the final hour of the morning alongside Sportsnet's Luke Fox! Luke shares his thoughts on the firing of Marc Savard, the current state of the power play, if coaching or player execution is to blame, and what this situation means for Craig Berube’s job security. They also examine how Toronto’s style of play meshes with the personnel on the roster and if the disconnect between the head coach and the team can be resolved. After the break, Trey Wingo (26:16) of the Straight Facts Homie podcast, takes a look back on an eventful Week 16 in the NFL. The conversation covers what Trey saw from the 49ers last night, their status as Super Bowl contenders despite injuries, the parity at the top of the NFL, the importance of the bye week heading into the postseason, and his thoughts on two of the league’s more disappointing teams this year: the Lions and Ravens. They also discuss what happened to Derrick Henry at the end of that game and whether Trey feels differently about the Patriots after their win over the Ravens. Roger and Sho close out Tuesday morning with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day!Happy Holidays! Thanks for listening - we'll see you in the New Year!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.

Roger Lajoie and Sho Alli kick off the second hour of the morning by recapping Monday night football between the 49ers and the Colts. With the AFC and NFC playoff picture basically set at this point, they discuss which teams have been the most surprising this year and which have been the most disappointing. They also look ahead to what is in store for both the Lions and Ravens going into the offseason. Roger and Sho then listen back to Ken Rosenthal's comments on Foul Territory about what the Blue Jays could be doing in the offseason, including discussion around the team’s biggest need on the infield and how Alex Bregman could help. They also talk about whether it becomes a Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman situation and which player the Jays should prioritize. After the break, the guys welcome Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (25:55), who shares his thoughts on the team’s recent struggles. They discuss whether the absence of RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl gives the team more leeway in evaluating recent performances, how their Eastern Conference standing has been affected, and whether the team is worthy of taking a big swing to add talent.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.