The NHL is back, and we discuss Mark Shapiro’s five-year extension as Blue Jays President/CEO (1:06). Maple Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph discusses the season ahead for Sheldon Keefe’s squad (21:57). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi on Shapiro’s new deal, and what’s next for the Blue Jays’ off-season (35:22). The NHL on Sportsnet’s Jeff Marek (50:34) and Brian Burke (1:07:24) preview the season ahead.  We discuss the MLB announcement that they’ll be suspending all political contributions pending a review of their policy. Kris Versteeg discusses the season ahead, and how things will be different for the players (1:39:34).  James Harden gets traded to Brooklyn in a wild NBA deal that also sends Victor Oladipo to the Rockets. TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on the season ahead, and what we can expect from the Canadiens (1:57:59). Tim & Sid’s Tim Micallef discusses the crazy news day, and asks whether Jeff prefers when Sid joins the show (2:15:39).

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Sportsnet’s Ken Wiebe on the Winnipeg Jets ahead of the season (4:25). Buffalo Bills TE Dawson Knox on the team’s Playoff win over the Colts, Josh Allen’s breakout season, and Saturday’s matchup against the Baltimore Ravens (30:45). Canadian NBA/G League referee Matthew Kallio on his path to officiating at basketball’s highest level (40:07). At The Letters’ Ben Nicholson-Smith on Liam Hendriks signing with the White Sox, and possibilities for the Blue Jays (62:06). The NHL on Sportsnet’s Garry Galley on the upcoming season, and what we can expect from the Ottawa Senators (74:32). Hockey Night In Canada’s Elliotte Friedman on the upcoming NHL season, and the COVID-19 risks facing the league and its teams (96:31). Raptors TV analyst Leo Rautins on the team’s loss in Portland, and Pascal Siakam’s recent improvement (117:28). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro, who continues to lament the Blue Jays not trading for Francisco Lindor (134:06).

We discuss an entertaining NFL Wild Card weekend, which included wins from the Buffalo Bills and the Cleveland Browns (1:40)! WIVB and The Buffalo News’ Jerry Sullivan on the Bills’ win (22:07). We discuss the possibility of Bill Belichick accepting the Presidential Medal of Freedom. NHL.com’s Mike Zeisberger on the Maple Leafs ahead of the season, and his outlook for the Canadian Division (48:01). Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin on the team’s weekend (1:10:18). We discuss the Blue Jays, and the reports of their continued interest in free agent 2B DJ LeMahieu (1:30:00).  NHL Network’s Brian Lawton looks ahead to the season (1:36:41). ESPN’s Dan Graziano on the NFL weekend, and the upcoming Josh Allen-Lamar Jackson matchup (1:58:18). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Tim Micallef (2:12:05).

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We discuss the passing of Hall of Fame Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda (0:25). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on the Raptors ahead of the weekend (21:45). IOC member Richard W. Pound on the possibility of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics not being held, and on the need for athlete vaccinations ahead of the event (35:07). ESPN’s Jeff Passan on the Francisco Lindor trade and the slow free agent market (49:05). 710 ESPN’s John Clayton previews the weekend’s NFL Playoffs matchups (1:16:41). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on the Dallas Stars COVID outbreak, Auston Matthews’ penalty kill role, and the Canadiens’ outlook for the upcoming season (1:38:39). Writers Bloc co-host Stephen Brunt on the week that was, and what’s next for the Blue Jays (1:59:57). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro ahead of the weekend (2:17:00)!

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Jeff and Richard discuss the breaking trade of Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco from Cleveland to the New York Mets, and whether this was a missed opportunity for the Blue Jays . At The Letters’ Ben Nicholson-Smith on the Lindor trade, and what we could potentially expect from the Blue Jays in the current market (24:50). We discuss Wednesday’s storming of the U.S. Capitol building, and the response from within the NBA and the rest of the sports world. ESPN’s Kevin Van Valkenburg on Josh Allen’s season, and how he’s proven many early doubters wrong (51:05). Raptors radio analyst and Smith & Jones co-host Paul Jones on the team’s 1-6 start, and the silver lining of Pascal Siakam’s performance in Wednesday’s loss in Phoenix (1:14:30). We discuss the Ontario government’s approval of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators’ ability to host home games. The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” podcast’s David Samson on the Lindor trade, and what we can expect from the market for free agent C J.T. Realmuto (1:39:38). NFL Network’s Jim Trotter previews this weekend’s Wild Card playoff matchups, and discusses the coaching carousel and NFL player activism (1:58:30). We check in on Tim & Sid’s Tim Micallef and Sid Seixeiro, and get their thoughts on the Lindor trade (2:36:20).

We discuss the US’ 2-0 win over Canada in the World Juniors final (2PM). Buffalo Bills WR Isaiah McKenzie on the team’s chemistry, and Saturday’s Wild Card Playoff game against the Indianapolis Colts (15:01).  BioReference Executive Chairman Dr. Jon R. Cohen on the testing protocols and procedures for fans attending Saturday’s Bills-Colts game (35:18). Hockey Central’s Anthony Stewart on the World Juniors and the upcoming NHL season (48:52). The Athletic’s Stephen Holder on the Colts ahead of Saturday’s game (1:12:42). Hockey Central’s Brian Burke on the conclusion of the World Juniors, and on the Leafs ahead of the season (1:44:37). Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams on the Raptors’ slow start (2:00:45). Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro discusses his expectations for the Raptors going forward.

We discuss another tough night for the Raptors, and where they currently stand among Toronto’s teams. Former Super Bowl champion kicker Lawrence Tynes on the controversy over the New York Giants missing out on the Playoffs, and the Wild Card weekend matchups (23:30). Sportsnet’s Sam Cosentino previews the Canada-USA World Juniors final (47:31). MLB Network Radio and SNY’s JIm Duquette on MLB free agency, and the Blue Jays and Mets’ pursuit of George Springer (1:11:44). We discuss the NHL’s decision to have this season’s division names sponsored. NHL analyst Kris Versteeg looks ahead to the Leafs’ season (1:36:04). The Toronto Star’s Doug Smith on the Raptors’ struggles (1:59:20). 

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Jeff discusses the challenges ahead for the NHL and its players ahead of the league’s looming return (0:41). Sportsnet 650’s Corey Hirsch on the Canadian Division, the Canucks’ outlook for the year, and the World Juniors thus far (25:54). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi on his report that free agent RP Liam Hendriks had visitied the Blue Jays’ complex in Dunedin (44:24). Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin on the early struggles of the team and of Pascal Siakam (50:12). CBS Sports’ Amy Trask on the NFL coaching/GM carousel, and the end of the regular season (1:13:25). We discuss the Bills’ announcement that they’ll be having fans in the building for Saturday’s Playoff game against the Colts. 31 Thoughts’ Elliotte Friedman on the NHL’s return, the Leafs’ planned use for Joe Thornton, and Jonathan Toews’ health situation (1:38:34). SiriusXM NBA Radio and ESPN’s Frank Isola on the Raptors’ slow start and what James Harden would bring to a new team (1:58:32). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro (2:02:19).

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Joey Vendetta hosts. Mike Futa breaks down the play of the top prospects in this year’s World Juniors tournament, notably Leafs pick Rodion Amirov and Canada’s Quinton Byfield (10:13) Samantha Pell of the Washington Post talks about what brought Zdeno Chara to D.C. (29:19). Marc Berman of the New York Post previews tonight’s game between the Knicks and Toronto Raptors who are looking to avoid their fourth straight loss (48:55). Ryan Callahan looks back fondly on his NHL career and playing in the 2010 gold medal game in Vancouver after announcing his retirement (1:16:53). NFL insider John Clayton previews the final week of the NFL season with plenty to be decided before the playoffs (1:34:47). Los Angeles Kings GM Rob Blake discusses his organization’s talented farm system that boasts nine selections to this year’s World Junior Hockey Championship (2:04:48).

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Joey Vendetta hosts. Sportsnet NBA analyst Alvin Williams recaps the Raptors loss to the Philadelphia 76ers and discusses Toronto’s 0-3 start (11:40). Peter Loubardias discusses Canada’s most recent performance at the World Junior Hockey Championship, a 10-0 win over Switzerland, and defends the setup of the tournament despite the blowout victories in the early-going (28:07). USA Today’s Mike Jones looks ahead to Week 17 in the NFL, notably the playoff implications in the NFC (50:02). Former NHL Forward Matt Stajan reminisces about his time representing Canada at the World Juniors in Halifax (1:17:41). Sportsnet’s Brian Burke reacts to the breaking news of Zdeno Chara signing with the Washington Capitals and shares his outlook for teams like the Blackhawks, Penguins, and Jets (1:37:39). MLB Network analyst Ryan Dempster discusses the latest news around baseball including a report that it’s down to the Blue Jays and Mets for George Springer (2:05:52).

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