Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the final hour of The FAN Morning Show with Eric Smith by discussing the scorching-hot Toronto Raptors, who just recorded their fifth consecutive win against the 76ers. They explore whether the Raptors have finally identified their core and identity, and take an in-depth look at players like Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, and Immanuel Quickley. Later, Adnan Virk (24:33) joins the conversation to talk about the MLB offseason so far, discuss if the Jays are poised for a significant move, and delve into the major sweepstakes surrounding Kyle Tucker.

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Ben and Brent open the second hour with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Blue Jackets tonight. They discuss the concern of over-working Joseph Woll while Anthony Stolarz is on the shelf, as well as the Oilers' ongoing issues in goal. Later, the boys chat about the PGA Tour's plan to start the season after the Super Bowl, and imagine how much better the golf world would be if LIV Golf didn't exist. Rick Nash (24:00), two-time Olympic Gold medalist and President of Hockey Operations in Columbus, checks in ahead of tonight's trip to Toronto. Rick looks into the parity within the Eastern Conference, balancing Olympic excitement and regular season intensity, and John Tavares' ageless play, before taking a trip down memory lane.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday’s show by celebrating the Toronto Raptors win over the 76ers to move into second place in the Eastern Conference. They highlight the team’s strong play, improved ball movement under coach Darko Rajaković, and the impact of Brandon Ingram alongside standout performances from Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley. The boys also discuss the likelihood of Ingram’s availability throughout the season and the broader issue of load management in the NBA. After the break, they chat about the Blue Jays' chances to sign Kyle Tucker after reports that the Dodgers will not aggressively pursue the slugger. Ben and Brent close by assessing what reasonable expectations should be for the Jays this offseason.

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In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ recent performance and the impact of John Tavares. They explore whether the team's less thrilling style indicates positive progress, the effects of injuries on Craig Berube's depth decisions, and insights on the Leafs’ bottom six. They also touch on Brad Treliving’s comments about the team. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst Shi Davidi (26:35) joins to share key takeaways from the GM meetings, discuss the Jays' market opportunities, Ricky Tiedemann's role next season, and Bo Bichette's future in Toronto. The segment concludes with the Crown Canadian moment of the day.

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Ben and Brent begin the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs General Manager and friend of the show! Gord discusses what the Leafs can build on from last night's win, how it compares to recent losses, William Nylander’s impact, Joseph Woll’s importance, and the state of the team’s power play. After the break (30:10), the conversation shifts to Brad Treliving’s press conference, reflecting on his “vanilla” characterization of the team, his comments on Auston Matthews’ long-term health, and the idea of sacrificing future assets to salvage this season.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Wednesday’s show by recapping the Leafs’ much-needed win over the Blues. They highlight strong performances from John Tavares, William Nylander, and Joseph Woll, and examine how injuries are testing the team’s depth and shaping Craig Berube’s decisions. They also discuss the team's struggling power play and the looming goaltending decisions once Anthony Stolarz returns. The conversation then shifts to the Blue Jays, including Ricky Tiedemann’s addition to the 40-man roster and what it signals for his future. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with thoughts on Bo Bichette declining his qualifying offer amid reported interest from Boston and other contenders.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by speaking with Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox about the Toronto Maple Leafs. They discuss expectations for Brad Treliving's media availability, the impact of David Kämpf, and the toll of injuries on the team. They also speculate on the return of Auston Matthews and whether the Leafs might have missed their championship window. After the break, former NHL player Cam Janssen (25:50) shares his insights on the Leafs and St. Louis Blues, including concerns about Mitch Marner's absence and Craig Berube's coaching status. Ben and Brent conclude with the Crown Royal Canadian moment.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour discussing the latest Maple Leafs practice news. The sort through the team's lengthy injury list and consider how long the team might be without their star, Auston Matthews. The boys then share their expectations for GM Brad Treliving’s upcoming media availability regarding team concerns and timeline updates. After the break, they speak with Sportsnet’s Michael Grange (26:05) about the Raptors’ start to the season, Brandon Ingram’s early impact and fit alongside Scottie Barnes, Collin Murray-Boyles’ integration, the team’s growing chemistry, and the present and future strength of the Thunder.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the morning recapping a fantastic Raptors victory over the Charlotte Hornets, highlighting Brandon Ingram’s standout performance. They also note Jakob Poeltl’s importance to the Raptors’ defensive identity and the growing sense of chemistry within the roster. The conversation then shifts to the struggling Clippers, who owe their first-round pick to the Thunder, raising the possibility of an emerging Oklahoma City dynasty. After the break, they address the issues facing several Canadian NHL teams, Ja'Marr Chase’s suspension and the excuse he’s using to challenge it, along with a surprising rise in spitting incidents around the NFL. Finally, they touch on reports linking the Blue Jays to Edwin Díaz and consider whether the team is poised to spend big and prioritize a star reliever.

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Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour by welcoming Sportsnet NHL analyst Luke Gazdic. They discuss the Leafs’ recent game against the Blackhawks, exploring fan disappointment, playoff chances, and the impact of Troy Stecher on the team. They also look ahead at the next two weeks for the Leafs. Next, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski (25:10) joins to share his insights on the Leafs’ current state, Auston Matthews' long-term health, and how Eastern Conference parity affects playoff hopes. They touch on league surprises at the quarter mark, including the Ducks, Canadiens, Jack Hughes' injury, and the Lightning’s legitimacy. They wrap up with their Crown Canadian moment.

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