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Will we see another RFA offer sheet tendered after Sebastian Aho? Specifically to the Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner? Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch ask Elliotte Friedman of the NHL on Sportsnet (11:39); before checking in with Blue Jays Radio play by play voice Ben Wagner at Rogers Centre before Toronto takes on Baltimore in the last series before the all-star break (28:09). After the first hour, the roundtable assembles and Jeff, Richard, Matt Devlin, and Gord Stellick discuss and debate Kawhi Leonard's future and how his decision has been covered (40:16), the state of the Toronto Blue Jays (1:16:13), NHL Free Agency and the threat of offer sheets (1:33:48), and the other moves in NBA free agency which saw numerous star players change teams like Kevin Durant, Kemba Walker, and D'Angelo Russell (1:58:07).

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch are joined in-studio by Michael Grange to make sense of Wednesday's #KawhiWatch in Toronto (1:03); newly-acquired Maple Leafs defenceman Tyson Barrie talks about how he found out about the trade and his expectations for the upcoming season (28:17). Sportsnet's Marc Savard chimes-in on the Maple Leafs recent trades and signings from the Lake (57:10); and Buck Martinez checks-in from the ballpark to discuss Aaron Sanchez, Derek Law pitching tonight as the opener, and more on the Blue Jays ahead of their series finale against the Red Sox (1:10:47). In the final hour, the guys ask former Raptors' PG and Sportsnet analyst Alvin Williams about Kawhi Leonard's decision and when he thinks he'll make up his mind (1:31:50), and the Boston Globe's Alex Speier discusses the Red Sox and who might be on their shopping list to improve the bullpen down the stretch (1:53:40).

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch are joined by Doug Smith from the Toronto Star chatting about 'Kawhi Watch' (8:48). Sportsnet's Faizal Khamisa joins the guys in studio to talk about how social media has covered Kawhi Leonard trek from Pearson International (28:45). Dan Shulman on the buzz in the city and Aaron Sanchez's future (45:58). ESPN's Tim Bontemps talks about the importance of Kawhi Leonard to the team's who are still pursuing him (1:10:07). Jeff Marek chimes in on the Leafs recent moves and what the future holds (1:30:43). Newest member of the Colorado Avalanche, Nazem Kadri, joins the guys to talk about his time in Toronto (2:02:15). As well, throughout the show we hear from producer Mark Boffo, who is live on location in Yorkville providing insight on 'Kawhi Watch' (21:47), (1:00:45) & (1:46:50).

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch are joined by Maple Leafs' GM Kyle Dubas after last night's blockbuster deal with the Colorado Avalanche [6:27]; Canada's Chef de Mission for Tokyo 2020 Marnie McBean joins the show in-studio to discuss the honour [25:50]. Gord Stellick brings the Stellicktricity to Prime Time Sports as he comes in-studio to break down the Leafs-Avs deal, Sebastian Aho's offer sheet, and the numerous signings throughout NHL free agency [40:00]; later in the hour, Arash Markazi of the Los Angeles Times chimes in with a SoCal perspective on the Lakers and Clippers attempting to woo Kawhi Leonard [1:11:46]. In the final hour, Blue Jays play by play man Mike Wilner previews the Red Sox series from Rogers Centre [1:30:43], and Avalanche TV analyst and former Maple Leaf John-Michael Liles talks about Tyson Barrie and Alex Kerfoot and the types of players Toronto is getting in the deal [1:54:37], and the show concludes with "Any More Business?" [2:07:08]

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch react to the free agent signings around the NHL & NBA, then newly-signed Jason Spezza discusses the free-agency process which found him joining his hometown team, the Toronto Maple Leafs. Following Spezza, Elliotte Friedman and Brian Burke of the NHL on Sportsnet each arrive in-studio for further analysis of today's free agent frenzy! NHL Insider Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports discusses the Montreal Canadiens five-year offer sheet to the Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho, and Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos chimes-in with his opinions on the day, and why UFA d-man Jake Gardiner remains un-signed. In the final segment, former NBA big man and current NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins speaks about his pal Kevin Durant's decision to leave Golden State for Brooklyn, and where Kawhi Leonard will end up, and the guys end off the show with "Any More Business?"

New York Liberty Guard Kia Nurse joins the show to discuss her season so far, the WNBA's TV schedule in Canada, and her shoe deal with Jordan Brand (14:48); and NHL.com's Mike Zeisberger hops on to share the latest on Mitch Marner, Ron Hainsey, and others ahead of NHL free agency (29:05). Then, it's the Friday roundtable! Jeff Blair, Richard Deitsch, Ashley Docking, and Elliotte Friedman assemble to discuss Kawhi Leonard's future and the NBA free agency period (42:20), the Toronto Blue Jays at the halfway point of the season (1:16:44), and Mitch Marner's future and if there will be any RFA offer sheets (1:30:55). At the end of the show, the panel goes over a variety of topics including: Canada's performance at the Women's World Cup, if the WNBA can succeed in Toronto, and if Montreal is a viable option for Major League Baseball (1:57:59).

Hayley Wickenheiser joins Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch to discuss her induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame (6:58); Woodbine CEO Jim Lawson looks ahead to this weekend's Queen's Plate and spoke of the importance of keeping horses safe and healthy around the sport (29:25). The Athletic's Jabari Young shares his insight on Kawhi Leonard's decision in free agency (45:32); and Sportsnet's Shi Davidi assesses the Toronto Blue Jays at the halfway point of the season - who has been the team's most pleasant surprise (1:15:11)? In the final hour, Chris Johnston joins the show for a daily Mitch Marner update with free agency only a few days away (1:30:38); and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz presents a scenario where the NBA could shorten its season to 72 games with a mid-season tournament (1:55:09).

Hall of Fame committee member Cassie Campbell-Pascall joins Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch to discuss her former teammate Hayley Wickenheiser being elected into the HHOF and the selection process (9:00); Jamie Campbell and Joe Siddall arrive in-studio following today's Blue Jays-Yankees game to break down Toronto's loss, and Trent Thornton's performance on the mound (31:11). In the final hour, Stephen Bronfman joins Jeff and Richard after addressing the media today in Montreal - how optimistic is he that baseball can return to the city? (52:01), and Postmedia’s Michael Traikos chimes-in with his thoughts on the Mitch Marner's rumoured contract demands, Roberto Luongo's career, and why he wouldn't have given away a first-round pick to get rid of Patrick Marleau's contract (1:16:59).

To kick off today's show, Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch discuss Masai Ujiri's season-ending availability (0:30), Jonathan Osorio talks about taking time away from Toronto FC to participate with Team Canada in the Gold Cup (8:54), and Toronto Blue Jays' starter Trent Thornton looks back on his start against the Red Sox at Fenway Park before getting ready to pitch at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday (30:06). In the second hour, Maple Leafs draft pick Nick Robertson discusses being drafted by the club and going trick or treating at Mike Babcock's house (46:17); and the Toronto Star's Doug Smith recaps Masai Ujiri's availability today and looks ahead to the Raptors' immediate future ahead of free agency (1:09:31). Kyle Lowry is on the cover of July's Sports Illustrated, and the man who penned the story Chris Mannix breaks down his conversation with the Raptors' point guard and explains that Kawhi Leonard's decision could determine next year's who hoists the Larry O'Brien trophy next year (1:30:00). To end off the show, investigative journalist Noah Pransky explains the latest on the Tampa Bay stadium saga after Rays owner Stu Sternberg addressed the media today (2:00:24).

Brian Burke of the NHL on Sportsnet joins Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch in-studio to put a bow on the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, and discuss the moves to come leading up to free agency (3:20); then with the New York Mets in the news for all the wrong reasons, SNY's John Harper hops on the show to share his thoughts on the team and how they handled yesterday's clubhouse incident (29:55). Former NBA executive Billy King talks about what goes into the pitches to recruit NBA free agents, and offers his opinion on this year's free agent class (47:28). Later in the hour, the GM of Canada Basketball's Senior Men's team, Rowan Barrett, talks about the decision to hire Nick Nurse as the team's head coach, and also spoke about his emotions on draft night seeing his son RJ drafted 3rd overall to the New York Knicks (1:13:41). The Blue Jays took two of three against the Red Sox, but all anyone wants to discuss is Marcus Stroman vs. Dennis Eckersley! Blue Jays play by play voice Ben Wagner weighs-in on that and previews tonight's series against the Yankees (1:34:10). To end off the show, we go "Inside the Green Room" with Harrison Sanford, who hosts the podcast alongside Raptors sharpshooter (and upcoming free agent) Danny Green. Where could he be headed come July 1st? Could he be back in Toronto?