The FAN Morning Show

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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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The FAN Morning Show episodes:

05.03.2024
More Than a Series at Stake Saturday
The FAN Morning Show with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning goes into its final hour of the week fully focused on the Leafs-Bruins series heading into a pressure-packed Game 7 in Boston. They enlist the help of two hockey insiders...
05.03.2024
Leafs Live to Play Another Game 7
On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning talk about the possibility of Auston Matthews sliding back into the line-up, what it means and how or if it would alter what the Maple Leafs have going in...
05.03.2024
One Demon Slayed; One to Go for the Leafs
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show discussing the good vibes around Toronto’s team; how even though there were two “stars” of last night’s game in Joseph Woll and William Nylander, it truly was another determined and disciplined complete team...
05.02.2024
Maple Leafs Insight Ahead of Game 6
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Hour 3 on The FAN Morning Show with some final thoughts ahead of Game 6 between the Bruins and Leafs. They start by discussing Toronto’s home losing streak and if the slide will...
05.02.2024
Leafs With More on the Line Than Just Their Season
On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning ponder if certain decisions have already been made by executives but also what a good game and how extending the series could alter their thinking. The morning duo welcomes...
05.02.2024
Leafs Home Heartache + Jays Offensive Woes
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on Game 6 of tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Bruins. They ponder if we will see Auston Matthews in the line-up and what it means to the team....
05.01.2024
Can the Leafs Keep it Going?
In the final hour of today’s FAN Morning Show, hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning look back to last night's Game 5 in Boston and discuss how to carry the momentum forward for the rest of the series. Sam McKee,...
05.01.2024
Leafs Live to Play Another Game
On hour two of The FAN Morning Show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin by talking about Joseph Woll and his play between the pipes. They talk about whether the goalie can be a difference-maker and if he was inserted too late into the...
05.01.2024
Bringing the Series Back to Toronto
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on the Toronto Maple Leafs extending the series to Game 6. B&B dives into the great group effort including Matthew Knies emergence, Joseph Woll's string play, Mitch Marner answering his critics and John...
04.30.2024
Everything on the Line in Game 5
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Tuesday's final hour discussing the stakes the Maple Leafs face ahead of tonight's Game 5 in Boston, along with what needs to improve for Toronto to extend their season. New Jersey Devils goaltender...
04.30.2024
Leafs Facing a Goaltending Decision Too
On hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning weigh in on a comment from Toronto head coach Sheldon Keefe where he mentioned goaltending and special teams being two aspects they need to be better in...
04.30.2024
Matthews’ Status in Question
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning kick off The FAN Morning Show on Auston Matthews, whether he will play in Game 5, how it has been played out, what we know for sure and what it means on how we look back...
04.29.2024
What's at Stake in Game 5?
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of today’s FAN Morning Show with deep dive into the Leafs-Bruins matchup with two-time Stanley Cup-winning executive, Mike Futa! He lends his expertise to discuss the most disappointing aspect of...
04.29.2024
Leafs on the Brink to the Bruins Again
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by former Leafs GM, now insider & analyst, Gord Stellick for his take on everything that went down at SBA over the weekend and the fan fallout from...
04.29.2024
A Disastrous Saturday at Scotiabank Arena
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning hit on the post-game comments from Sheldon Keefe, the play of Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews not playing in the third period and of course the poor special teams. Before the hour ends, the morning duo...
04.26.2024
How Sustainable is Varsho’s Offensive Surge? w/ Dan Shulman
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff.com, to discuss the Leafs’ public messaging – or lack thereof – regarding William Nylander’s absence...
04.26.2024
Leafs Special Teams Woes + Commander Chris Hadfield
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben and Brent discussing the Maple Leafs’ current special teams woes, who bears the most responsibility for the team’s lack of power play production, Mitch Marner’s quickness since returning from his high-ankle...
04.26.2024
Remembering Bob Cole + Ohtani Visits T.O.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the show by reflecting on the passing of broadcasting legend Bob Cole and discuss his lasting impact on the hockey world. Then, the guys weigh in on Elliotte Friedman’s latest reporting regarding William Nylander’s migraine issues...
04.25.2024
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...
04.25.2024
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...
04.25.2024
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...
04.24.2024
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...
04.24.2024
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,...
04.24.2024
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...
04.23.2024
Can Marner Elevate His Game + Bruins Goaltending Roulette
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Sportsnet’s Jason Bukala stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ Game 2 win over the Bruins, Boston’s decision to start Linus Ullmark over Jeremy Swayman, the lack of 5-on-5 production from...
04.23.2024
Where is Willy? + Playoff Papi Arrives!
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss Auston Matthews’ clutch offensive showing in Game 2 against Boston, Max and Tie Domi becoming the first father-son tandem to score for the Maple Leafs in the playoffs, John...
04.23.2024
Leafs Draw Even, Matthews Dominates, and Varsho Stays Hot!
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 win over the Bruins in Game 2 on Monday night, Auston Matthews’ clutch offensive performance, the chemistry he’s displayed with Max Domi and Tyler Bertuzzi, Ilya Samsonov’s gutsy showing between...
04.22.2024
Hakuna Matata for the Maple Leafs? w/ Damien Cox & Mark Recchi
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Damien Cox, Toronto Star contributor and Toronto Maple Leafs historian, to share his thoughts on Game 1 between the Bruins and Maple Leafs, his level of concern, why this team struggles to...
04.22.2024
Can the Leafs Fix Their Special Teams + the William Nylander Mystery
In hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by former Toronto Maple Leafs GM and host of Sirius XM Morning Skate Gord Stellick. They go over what the absence of William Nylander meant...
04.22.2024
Toronto-Boston Game 1 Recap + Jays Fail to Sweep.... Again
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning are back from the weekend, and reviewing a disappointing game 1 of Leafs-Bruins. The boys start out looking at the positives from the game and what they can take from it, how concerned are you...
04.19.2024
Leafs Lineup Questions w/ Josh Kloke + Former Leaf Jake Gardiner!
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Joshua Kloke, Maple Leafs reporter for The Athletic, to discuss his biggest point of curiosity heading into Saturday’s Game 1 between the Leafs and Bruins, Mitch...
04.19.2024
What is Marner’s Optimal Lineup Fit Against Boston?
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Ben and Brent discussing their biggest reasons for optimism and pessimism as the Maple Leafs head into their first-round series against the Bruins. Then, the guys discuss Mitch Marner’s role in the Maple Leafs’ lineup and if...
04.19.2024
Leafs-Bruins X-Factors + Is Varsho’s Offence Sustainable?
Happy Friday! On the eve of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Ben and Brent dive into the Maple Leafs’ first-round matchup against the Bruins. They discuss the Bruins’ unique goaltending deployment, their current confidence level in Ilya Samsonov, why starting on...
04.18.2024
How Do the Leafs Stack Up Against Boston? w/ Craig Simpson
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Craig Simpson, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, to discuss the Maple Leafs’ 6-4 loss to the Lightning on Wednesday, Nikita Kucherov joining the 100-assist...
04.18.2024
Leafs Playoff Stakes + Jontay Porter’s NBA Lifetime Ban
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, stopping by to discuss the Maple Leafs’ four-game losing streak heading into the playoffs, why the stakes have never been higher for Sheldon Keefe and Brendan...
04.18.2024
Matthews Finishes at 69 + Jays Squander Sweep
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss Auston Matthews finishing the regular season with 69 goals, the Maple Leafs heading into the playoffs on a four-game losing skid, Matthews’ Hart Trophy chances after falling short of the 70-goal mark, and the...
04.17.2024
Matthews’ Hart Trophy Case + Broadcasting Legend Mike Francesa!
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Luke Gazdic, former NHL forward and Sportsnet analyst, to discuss the NHL Hart Trophy race, why he’s bullish on the Leafs’ chances against Boston, how frequently...
04.17.2024
Will the Leafs be Haunted by Past Bruins Series?
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show begins with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discussing the Maple Leafs’ first-round matchup against the Boston Bruins and if this Leafs team will be impacted by previous playoff failures against the Bruins. Then, the guys...
04.17.2024
Will Matthews Play in Game 82? + Yusei Masterclass
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the show by discussing the Maple Leafs’ 5-2 loss to the Panthers, Auston Matthews remaining stuck on 69 goals, the chances he suits up for Wednesday’s regular-season finale against Tampa, and the Leafs drawing...
04.16.2024
Are the Blue Jays One Bat Away? w/ Jeff Blair
Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair & Barker, checking in to discuss the Blue Jays’ offensive woes, the continued lack of offence at Rogers Centre, if the team would entertain a...
04.16.2024
How Will Keefe Juggle Matthews’ 70 Chase?
On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss the Maple Leafs’ current injury situation heading into their penultimate game of the regular season, Sheldon Keefe’s goaltending deployment leading into the playoffs, and how the Panthers might approach...
04.16.2024
Blue Jays Back Over .500! + Verne Lundquist Signs Off
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays’ series-opening win over the New York Yankees, Chris Bassitt’s impressive outing on the mound, the Jays’ persistent offensive flaws, the team’s baserunning blunders on Monday night, Rogers Centre’s evolving reputation as...
04.15.2024
Ace Berríos and Rodriguez’s Debut w/ Joe Siddall
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider and President of Hockey Content for DailyFaceoff, to discuss Sheldon Keefe’s coaching performance this season, his reputation around the NHL, Keefe’s comments...
04.15.2024
Samsonov’s Playoff Leash + Scheffler’s Masters Triumph
Hour two of The FAN Morning Show begins with Gord Stellick, former NHL GM, stopping by to discuss Auston Matthews’ deployment during Saturday’s game against the Red Wings, Sheldon Keefe’s malleability amidst Matthews’ 70-goal chase, the Leafs’ new-look forward machinations since Mitch...
04.15.2024
Matthews Sitting on 69 + Berrios Stays Hot!
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss Auston Matthews scoring his 69th goal of the season on Saturday night against Detroit, Sheldon Keefe’s post-game remarks about Matthews’ 70-goal chase being “a distraction,” how the Leafs might manage Matthews’ deployment over the...
04.12.2024
Hockey's Home Stretch
Brent Gunning and guest host Jesse Rubinoff head into the weekend talking about the pros and cons of Auston Matthews’ chase of 70 goals this season with Sportsnet 590’s own, Sam McKee! They start off with some golf talk as...
04.12.2024
Leafs’ Goalie Confidence + Jays Bats Opportunity
On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Brent Gunning & guest host Jesse Rubinoff have a quick discussion about Max Domi’s clear understanding and role wearing the blue & white and turn their focus on the confidence in Ilya...
04.12.2024
Auston Gets to 68 + Max Being a Leaf
Brent Gunning is joined by guest host Jesse Rubinoff to kick off The FAN Morning Show on Toronto’s top superstar closing in on 70. The duo though may have an even bigger takeaway from that game, which is that Max...
04.11.2024
Maple Leafs' Momentum + A Look Around MLB
The FAN Morning Show rides into its final hour with hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning getting set for Maple Leafs game day with Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli! They discuss the team's strong stretch of play, the catalyst for this...
04.11.2024
The Perception of John Schneider + Leafs Talk
On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning dive into a comment made by the Seattle hero yesterday Cal Raleigh after his game-winning tenth-inning home run, that was directed at Jays manager John Schneider. They...

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The FAN Morning Show episodes:

More Than a Series at Stake Saturday

Leafs Live to Play Another Game 7

One Demon Slayed; One to Go for the Leafs

Maple Leafs Insight Ahead of Game 6

Leafs With More on the Line Than Just Their Season

Leafs Home Heartache + Jays Offensive Woes

Can the Leafs Keep it Going?

Leafs Live to Play Another Game

Bringing the Series Back to Toronto

Everything on the Line in Game 5

Leafs Facing a Goaltending Decision Too

Matthews’ Status in Question

What's at Stake in Game 5?

Leafs on the Brink to the Bruins Again

A Disastrous Saturday at Scotiabank Arena

How Sustainable is Varsho’s Offensive Surge? w/ Dan Shulman

Leafs Special Teams Woes + Commander Chris Hadfield

Remembering Bob Cole + Ohtani Visits T.O.

Has Swayman Become the Leafs’ Kryptonite?

What’s Ailing the Leafs’ PP? + Toronto Crowd Culture

Marchand’s Shenanigans + Barger’s Debut

Invisible Marner? + Bruins Pressure w/ Rear Admiral

Nylander’s Mysterious Absence + Playoff Instigators w/ Scott Hartnell

Is Criticism of Vlad Jr. Unfair? + Leafs Home Ice Concerns?

Can Marner Elevate His Game + Bruins Goaltending Roulette

Where is Willy? + Playoff Papi Arrives!

Leafs Draw Even, Matthews Dominates, and Varsho Stays Hot!

Hakuna Matata for the Maple Leafs? w/ Damien Cox & Mark Recchi

Can the Leafs Fix Their Special Teams + the William Nylander Mystery

Toronto-Boston Game 1 Recap + Jays Fail to Sweep.... Again

Leafs Lineup Questions w/ Josh Kloke + Former Leaf Jake Gardiner!

What is Marner’s Optimal Lineup Fit Against Boston?

Leafs-Bruins X-Factors + Is Varsho’s Offence Sustainable?

How Do the Leafs Stack Up Against Boston? w/ Craig Simpson

Leafs Playoff Stakes + Jontay Porter’s NBA Lifetime Ban

Matthews Finishes at 69 + Jays Squander Sweep

Matthews’ Hart Trophy Case + Broadcasting Legend Mike Francesa!

Will the Leafs be Haunted by Past Bruins Series?

Will Matthews Play in Game 82? + Yusei Masterclass

Are the Blue Jays One Bat Away? w/ Jeff Blair

How Will Keefe Juggle Matthews’ 70 Chase?

Blue Jays Back Over .500! + Verne Lundquist Signs Off

Ace Berríos and Rodriguez’s Debut w/ Joe Siddall

Samsonov’s Playoff Leash + Scheffler’s Masters Triumph

Matthews Sitting on 69 + Berrios Stays Hot!

Hockey's Home Stretch

Leafs’ Goalie Confidence + Jays Bats Opportunity

Auston Gets to 68 + Max Being a Leaf

Maple Leafs' Momentum + A Look Around MLB

The Perception of John Schneider + Leafs Talk