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The FAN Morning Show continues into its final hour of the day with the focus remaining on tonight’s Stanley Cup Game 7. Hosts Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning debate if this is the biggest Game 7 in NHL history. The duo check in with Sportsnet’s own Mark Spector who gives them insight on what its been like covering this Oilers team, the ups and downs of the Finals and where it ranks in his career. The trio also take some time to discuss if Edmonton’s head coach Kris Knoblauch is getting his rightful due for what he’s done with this team since taking over and how the depth of the Oilers has stood out through these last three games. Next Ben & Brent check in with former Oilers netminder, now NHL Network analyst Devan Dubnyk for his take on tonight’s game and what he expects from both teams as well as the officiating. DD also offers some insight into what goalies on both sides are thinking heading into this deciding game and who holds the advantage. The trio also takes some time to discuss the feeling and excitement in Edmonton, if this is now bigger than just a hockey game while looking at the level of public interest that seems to be at an all time high.

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The second hour of The FAN Morning Show has its full focus on Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. Hosts Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning talk about the entire series; how it has played out, culminating in a sports’ lovers dream tonight with a deciding game and also how now even non-sports fans have gotten into it and are invested. B&B take some time to look at all involved in the series, who has the most at stake regarding their legacy, win or lose, and what capturing a Cup would mean for both fan bases. After that, the morning duo welcome on their Leafs (and maybe for today hockey) historian, Damien Cox, to put into context how big tonight’s game is. The Star contributor gives his take to the boys about what’s on the line tonight and his main storylines throughout this Final. They look at certain players that are standing out like Zach Hyman and how fans, especially in Toronto, will look at his success since going to Edmonton. They also look at Paul Maurice and if losing this Cup could affect how he is viewed around hockey. The trio also take some time to talk about Lord Stanley possibly coming back to Canada and if it really does anything for hockey in this country. The hour ends as always with the Daily Wake’N’Rake focused on Game 7 in Sunrise, Florida tonight.

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The FAN Morning Show kicks off the week with hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning talking about the Edmonton Oilers doing the unfathomable and pushing the Stanley Cup Final to a Game 7 tonight. The pair discuss the possibility of a reverse sweep by Edmonton, the main storylines ahead of puck drop, and if this could be the greatest collapse in sports history. They ask if this could be a scarring moment for hockey in Florida and if a loss could make them stop caring, whereas a victory for the Oil would elevate Connor McDavid in hockey lore. At the back end of the hour, the morning duo turn their attention to the Blue Jays and their nightmare weekend after getting swept in Cleveland by the Guardians. If that wasn’t bad enough, the duo also weigh in on the news that top prospect Orelvis Martinez was handed an 80-game suspension from MLB after testing positive for a performance enhancing substance.

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The final hour of Friday’s The FAN Morning Show is guest packed. First up joining today’s hosts, Brent Gunning & Daniele Franceschi, is Rowan Barrett. The general manager of Canada’s men’s national basketball team talks to the boys about the upcoming training camp for the team and the roster that was announced this week. He dives into the recent growth the program has seen and the buy-in from the players involved as well as how it has become so well rounded and extensive. Rowan helps fire up the hype and anticipation of seeing the team compete at this year’s Olympic games in Paris. Up next is Sportsnet’s own Ben Nicholson-Smith for some Jays Talk. The trio discuss the recent call-up of top prospect of Orelvis Martinez and if, or when, they can expect him in the line-up. They delve into injuries in the bullpen and who could be interested come trade deadline should they decide to sell. Last up, hockey insider Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff checks in from Edmonton. They cover the Stanley Cup Final and helps preview tonight’s Game 6. They examine what the Oilers can do to push the series to Game 7 and how the Panthers must be feeling heading into tonight. They touch on some of the trades we saw this week in the NHL, what goalies are possibly available and what makes the most sense for the Leafs. Could they actually extend Mitch Marner? You’ll want to hear Frank’s thoughts.

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The FAN Morning Show continues into its second hour with today’s hosts Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi checking in on the NHL and give some quick expectations for tonight’s Game 6 in the Cup Final. Next, the duo turn their attention to the latest reports and rumours around the Toronto Maple Leafs, including rumours that there could be an extension being discussed for Mitch Marner. They also look at Toronto’s goaltending situation and why Linus Ullmark is not an option. Next, B&D get back to looking at Canada Soccer and what last night's game meant for their men’s national team. They enlist the help of John Molinaro from TFC Republic and Sportsnet to give his take on how the up and coming squad looked on the same field as the defending World Cup champions; he gives some positives as well as some concerning things from the game. They also look at Alphonso Davies in his first game as Canada’s captain and how he’ll only grow more into the role. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake that goes back to where we started, Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Friday's edition of The FAN Morning Show with Brent Gunning and guest host Daniele Franceschi kicks off with a look back on the Canadian men’s national soccer team’s performance in their opening match at the Copa América tournament. They discuss how Canada held their own against the reigning World Cup champions in Argentina, before Daniele takes some time to commiserate over Italy’s loss to Spain yesterday at the Euros. In the back half of the hour, the pair turn their attention to basketball and the news that JJ Redick has accepted the vacant head coaching job with the Lakers. They chat about Los Angeles' new direction and how he will fare managing LeBron and Co, before getting into Canada's announced men’s national basketball training camp roster ahead of the Paris Olympics this summer.

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.