Instigating with Clarkey and Drury

Mike Gentile, producer and host over at Sportsnet The Fan590, hops back on the show to discuss the Super Bowl and another big win for the Chiefs.

Mike digs into the ridiculousness of GOAT talks involving Mahomes right now, the mistakes made by the Niners and the wild revelation that they didn't know the OT rules.

The guys also chat about the Morgan Rielly suspension, the NHL Department of Player Safety, and the NHLPA in terms of their role in suspension proceedings.

Following that, Ryan and Clarkey hand out their Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week, featuring a special guest for Ryan's while Clarkey takes aim at the NHL's entire disciplinary structure.

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*WARNING* tw/sa-This episode discusses the press conference by the London Police regarding the ongoing sexual assault case involving 5 former Hockey Canada players.

Ryan welcomes on his Blackburn Media colleague, Craig Needles of LondonNewsToday.ca, to discuss the London Police press conference regarding the sexual assault investigation involving 5 former Hockey Canada players.

Craig details the questions asked, his back-and-forth with London Police Chief, Thai Truong, as well as the current status of the relationship the public in London has with their local police service.

Following that, longtime sports writer, journalist and former sports official Jim Cressman joins Ryan and Clarkey to further dig into the press conference, what was and wasn't said, and what the outcome could mean for Hockey Canada.

The guys end off with golf pick reviews, picks for the WM Phoenix Open, Super Bowl chatter and the Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week.

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The guys welcome back friend of the show and golf analyst, Ian Doig of the Ian Doig Golf Academy, as Clarkey throws him under the bus as a Conway Furniture Couch Potato. Doigy discusses the new PGA ownership structure. What does this new deal mean?

They also touch on Rory walking back his LIV stance, the ongoing LIV and PIF deal, the turmoil in pro golf and the disrespect toward the Canadian Open.

Picks are also made for the first time this year as the lads all take a 3-pack of golfers at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-AM. Doigy also discusses Nick Dunlap winning as an amateur and if that may become more of a norm.

Following that, Ryan gives out a pair of Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week, featuring Alex Ovechkin and people crowning Patrick Mahomes as a GOAT.

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The guys welcome on longtime Midwestern Ontario radio legend Phil Main. Phil discusses his Leafs fandom, how he became a Packers fan, and his podcast A Life That's Good.

Following that, longtime pro goalie coach and instructor Steve McKichan, currently of Future Pro Goalie School, comes on to discuss the Leafs' goalie situation, modern goaltending and how to set realistic expectations.

Clarkey and Ryan then discuss the Leafs recent stretch, other contenders and the developments in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case in London, Ontario.

Also, Ryan nominates a surprising Conway Furniture Couch Potato, and Clarkey picks out the wild weekend for the Kelce brothers.

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Legendary voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Joe Bowen, joins the guys to chat all things Leafs and their recent struggles prior to a BIG win in Calgary.

Joe discusses the team's mentality, the ups and downs, Sheldon Keefe and his standing, and the goalie situation. He also touches on his beloved Packers DESTROYING the Cowboys in the playoffs.

Following that, Ryan and Clarkey further dig into the Leaf's issues and their inability to close out good teams, the lingering softness of their play, and the declining play of John Tavares.

Finally, the Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the week are doled out as Clarkey picks out Mitch Marner's comments, and Ryan goes in on Terry Pegula.

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Ryan and Clarkey kick off 2024 with longtime OHL, GOJHL Coach/Executive, Jason Brooks.

Brooksy chats about the massive William Nylander deal, what it means for the Leafs going forward, and his concerns that remain with the way they play.

Then, Ryan chats with Sportsnet writer Kristina Rutherford, who is covering the PWHL and was in Toronto on opening night as women's pro hockey triumphantly arrived on a new level.

Finally, the guys discuss a weird Jays update, discuss the Darko Rajakovic's Raptors blowup, and the first Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of 2024 are revealed.

Chris takes aim at a reporter in Philly involved in the Cutter Gauthier discourse, and Ryan celebrates the legacy of Bill Belichick.

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Ryan and Clarkey end out 2023 by welcoming back Sportsnet The Fan590 Producer and host, Mike Gentile.

Mike details how wild the Ohtani saga was at work, which ultimately ended in Blue Jays heartbreak.

Mike also discusses the Jay's offseason needs, the Leafs and what they need to change their narrative, and a really woeful Raptors season thus far.

Finally, Clarkey and Ryan hand out their final Conway Furniture Couch Potato of 2023, as Clarkey nominates his co-host for a viral call and Ryan takes aim at Fanatics.

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Ryan and Clarkey catch up with Toronto Sun Blue Jays beat reporter and friend of the show, Rob Longley, on the disappointing end to the Ohtani saga.

Rob details the insanity of Friday, December 8, when jets were being tracked, social media posts were flying around and everyone thought the impossible was coming.

Rob also comments on the dangers of taking stock of every report you see online, and where the Jays go from here with plenty of roster holes.

Clarkey and Ryan also give their Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week, as Clarkey gives his to Jays fans and Ryan takes aim at an NHL fanbase.

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Ryan and Clarkey welcome back Albert Vartanian, host of Homestand Sports and a pundit on Room 4-4-2 with James Sharman.

Albert discusses the Juan Soto trade to NY, the Shohei Ohtani chase for the Jays, and if this management group can actually pull it off.

Ryan then asks Albert some burning late season NFL questions, including one on the hotly contested MVP race.

Finally, Albert chats about the John Tavares OT snippet against Boston, and this current Leafs team that still isn't quite right.

Ryan and Chris end off with the Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week, as Ryan takes aim at Mr. Tavares and Clarkey sniffs out a cheese cutter in Tampa.

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Ryan welcomes back Steve Sabourin, one of the voices of CKNX Jr. Hockey alongside Johnny K, to discuss a number of topics, including the Zadorov trade and the Corey Perry fiasco.

Then, the guys dig into the local GOJHL scene as the Listowel Cyclones continue an impressive tear up the standings while putting up excellent numbers along the way.

They also check in on the local PJHL Pollock Division picture, with Hanover on top of the standings and a ton of storylines heading toward Christmas.

Finally, the guys give their Conway Furniture Couch Potatoes of the Week, as Sabby takes aim at Bills fans, and Ryan celebrates great recent play from the Guelph Storm.

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