The FAN Morning Show Sportsnet
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Start your day with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning in the mornings! The guys tackle everything Toronto sports and beyond live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am ET.
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Has Swayman Become the Leafs’ Kryptonite?
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Devan Dubnyk, former NHL goaltender and current NHL Network analyst, to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s performance in Game 3 against Boston, the Leafs’ defensive lapse on Brad Marchand’s eventual game-winning goal in the third period, the Leafs’ power play struggles, and if Jim Montgomery will be tempted to stick with Jeremy Swayman for Game 4. Later, Luke Gazdic, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs’ track record of offensive struggles in the post-season, Brad Marchand’s mastery of drawing penalties, his personal experience playing against Marchand, and the atmosphere inside Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday night (27:55).
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. -
What’s Ailing the Leafs’ PP? + Toronto Crowd Culture
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ current power play struggles, the team’s lack of shooting threats outside of Auston Matthews, if Max Domi merits a look on PP1, Morgan Rielly’s limited offensive presence thus far in Round 1, and Brad Marchand’s beneficial whistle in the Bruins’ Game 3 win. Then, Ben and Brent weigh in on the atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena last night and if the crowd bears any responsibility in creating a material home ice advantage. Afterwards, the guys weigh in on the Oilers’ Game 2 loss to the LA Kings, the current wealth of parity in the NBA, and Tiger Woods receiving $100 million in equity for his loyalty to the PGA Tour (35:12).
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. -
Marchand’s Shenanigans + Barger’s Debut
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Maple Leafs’ Game 3 loss to the Bruins, Ilya Samsonov’s performance, Brad Marchand’s strategic gamesmanship, the questionable officiating in last night’s game, the controversial Marchand-Bertuzzi melee at centre ice, the Leafs’ continued special teams woes, and Mitch Marner’s lingering offensive struggles. Later, the guys chime in on the Blue Jays’ 3-2 loss in KC on Wednesday (39:38), Addison Barger’s promotion to the Big Leagues, the Blue Jays’ curious decision to deploy him in left field, the team’s ongoing offensive struggles, and Alek Manoah’s latest rehab appearance with Triple-A Buffalo.
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. -
Invisible Marner? + Bruins Pressure w/ Rear Admiral
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss today’s Toronto Sun front cover targeting Mitch Marner’s lacklustre start to the playoffs, the prevailing discourse surrounding Marner’s post-season resume, how Sheldon Keefe might attempt to jumpstart Marner’s offence, and the appropriate lineup fit for William Nylander if and/or when he’s prepared to rejoin the lineup. Afterwards, the guys are joined by Rear Admiral, co-host of the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast and famed Bruins fan, to chat about the Bruins’ expectations heading into this year’s playoffs, the pressure facing head coach Jim Montgomery, Boston’s unique two-goalie system, his current confidence level in the team after Games 1 and 2, and his admiration for Brad Marchand (26:20).
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. -
Nylander’s Mysterious Absence + Playoff Instigators w/ Scott Hartnell
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Renaud Lavoie, NHL Insider for TVA Sports, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ performance in Games 1 and 2 against Boston, Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi injecting added emotion into the Leafs’ lineup, Brad Marchand’s effusive praise for the Leafs, Toronto’s handling of William Nylander’s murky injury status, and the NHL’s lack of regulatory measures when it comes to teams disclosing player injuries. Later, Ben and Brent are joined by Scott Hartnell (26:10), former NHL forward and current NHL Network analyst, to chat about Brad Marchand’s reputation as one of the best instigators in the NHL, Auston Matthews’ dominant Game 2 performance, William Nylander’s mysterious absence from the Leafs’ lineup, and his personal experience suffering a freak injury during his playing days with the Flyers.
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. -
Is Criticism of Vlad Jr. Unfair? + Leafs Home Ice Concerns?
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays’ deflating 3-2 loss to the Royals on Tuesday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s costly error at first base, if the current discourse surrounding Guerrero Jr. is unfair, Kevin Gausman’s diminished command early in the season, and Daniel Vogelbach’s utility on this team. Later, the guys dive into the Maple Leafs’ Game 3 matchup against the Boston Bruins (31:49). They weigh in on Brad Marchand’s comments on Tuesday about the Leafs “playing for keeps,” Toronto’s recent history of playoff shortcomings on home ice, and William Nylander’s availability for Game 3.
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.
Customer Reviews
Bit worse, still good
The show is basically what it’s always been. Smart, wide-ranging, good chats. Toronto-focused, but not exclusively.
But it’s missing something without Brunt or somebody *like* Brunt. Get a writer type, longform thoughtful person; not a stats guy, or another news guy. You need a good conversationalist that can take the conversation to another level.
Couple minor gripes: the mix isn’t good (it’s quiet, while the ads are super loud), I have no idea why you break up the show into two files (very annoying), and a lot of your guests have crap connections and don’t do basic things (Buck often has an echo because he doesn’t use headphones. What gives?). A lot of easy fixes to make the show better, but for some reason you don’t do it.
Simple
Ben is great Brent and the constant fill ins are terrible
New intro
The new podcast intro is worth 5 star rating alone