The FAN Pregame

April 9: Ariel Helwani and early returns on Vlad Jr.

04.09.2021 - By SportsnetPlay

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JD Bunkis hosts solo! Arden Zwelling, MLB writer for Sportsnet and co-host of the At the Letters podcast, weighs in on George Springer’s injury, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s start to the season, and Nate Pearson’s rehab timeline (7:13). Dan Riccio, co-host of The People’s Show on Sportsnet 650 in Vancouver, discusses his takeaways from the opening round of the Masters and Bryson DeChambeau’s emergence as a villain on the PGA Tour (34:44). Sportsnet NHL Insider Chris Johnston chimes in on the Islanders’ acquisition of Kyle Palmieri, the Maple Leafs’ approach in advance of Monday’s trade deadline, potential suitors for Taylor Hall, and William Nylander’s current COVID situation (53:51). Coolbet’s Kris Abbott and Pat Gregoire stop by to share their favourite bets for the Masters and WrestleMania 37 (1:20:42). ESPN MMA Insider Ariel Helwani discusses his excitement for this year’s version of Vlad Guerrero Jr. and Jon Jones’ future in the UFC (1:41:20). Blake Murphy, Raptors reporter for The Athletic, checks in to chat about the Raptors’ depleted roster, the team’s regression on both ends of the floor, and the franchise’s long-term direction (2:01:35). 

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