Joey Vendetta hosts. Kris Versteeg chimes in on the tough road ahead for the Blackhawks after losing Kirby Dach and Jonathan Toews, and Team Canada’s play at the World Junior Hockey Championship (8:07). Former NBA executive and Philadelphia morning show host Billy King previews tonight’s matchup between the Sixers and Raptors (30:11). Bills legend Steve Tasker recaps Buffalo’s statement win over the Patriots on Monday Night Football, and talks about the relationship between Sean McDermott and Brandon Beane (47:32). Sportsnet’s Dan Riccio discusses the phenomenal campaigns of Christine Sinclair and Alphonso Davies who were named CP’s Athletes of the Year for 2020 (1:14:57). Renaud Lavoie discusses Toews missing the start of the season due to fatigue, the Canadian NHL teams as well as Marc Bergevin’s off-season re-tooling the Canadiens and Ottawa’s chances in the North (1:35:14). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi discusses why free-agent Ha-Seong Kim may have chosen the Padres over Toronto and where the Jays will turn to now for infield help (2:03:51).

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Joey Vendetta hosts. Sam Cosentino stops by to discuss Canada’s latest effort at the World Junior Hockey Championship, a 3-1 win over Slovakia (8:43). Former Steelers DB and host of “All Things Covered” Bryant McFadden dissects Pittsburgh’s comeback against the Colts and assesses Buffalo’s chances going forward (26:18). USA Today’s Bob Nightengale breaks down the San Diego Padres’ acquisitions of Blake Snell and Ha-Seong Kim and explains that Cubs’ ace Yu Darvish is likely also on the way. (48:02). Doug Smith of the Toronto Star recaps the Raptors’ 0-2 start and the wacky results in the NBA over the weekend (1:14:42). NHL insider Elliotte Friedman joins the show for his weekly segment (1:35:38), and Gary Gramling of Sports Illustrated touches on the Browns loss to the Jets, Dwayne Haskins being released, and previews tonight’s Bills-Patriots game (2:04:23).

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Joey Vendetta hosts. Sportsnet’s Mark Spector talks about Kirby Dach’s tournament-ending injury and the latest on the Canadian NHL teams and where they will play in the 2021 season (6:53). SI’s Aaron Rose recaps the Raptors 113-99 loss to the Pelicans; their first season-opening loss in eight years (24:53). Gilbert McGregor discusses the latest around the NBA, notably the drama surrounding James Harden and their game last night vs. the Thunder being postponed (48:45). Canadian music icon Andy Kim discusses  the 16th Annual Andy Kim Christmas Special (1:11:57). NFL insider John Clayton shares his thoughts on Drew Brees’ future, the Bills standing in the AFC, and the Steelers woes (1:31:39). Joey re-visits the National Hockey League and talks about the upcoming schedule with E.J. Hradek of NHL Network (1:58:55). George Rusic and Steve Rapp stop by for their weekly Sports Interaction minute previewing the Saints and Vikings on Christmas Day.

Jeff and Stephen open the show discussing the breaking news of many Houston Rockets players missing tonight’s game due to contact-tracing protocols. Sports Illustrated’s Howard Beck weighs-in on the Rockets, the Nets’ impressive regular season opener, and more from around the NBA (21:53). Toronto Raptors television analyst Leo Rautins previews tonight’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans and addresses the James Harden rumours surrounding Toronto and other teams (47:37). Sportsnet’s Sam Cosentino discusses the OHL’s decision to postpone the start of its season and looks ahead to the World Junior Championship tournament and who poses the biggest threat to Canada (1:09:40). Jeff Passan shares the latest on the DJ Lemahieu sweepstakes as he joins Blair and Brunt for a final time in 2020 (1:34:15). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie discusses the latest on where the Canadian NHL teams will be playing, the importance of backup goaltending, and the season outlook for the Montreal Canadiens (2:00:59).

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Legendary Buffalo Bills Head Coach Marv Levy discusses the current edition of the team clinching the AFC East title and his relationship with Head Coach Sean McDermott (32:20). David Samson, Host of “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast, talks about if Roger Goodell could force Daniel Snyder to sell his stake in the Washington Football team, the financial impact of the pandemic, and more (48:52). ESPN Senior writer Howard Bryant goes into detail on MLB’s decision to add the Negro Leagues to its official records (1:15:20). Brian Burke looks ahead to the NHL season and opines what will happen with the Canadian teams as health regulations continue to be sorted out (1:36:44). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange discusses OG Anunoby’s extension with the Toronto Raptors and if James Harden could make sense for the team ahead of the NBA season which tips off tonight (1:56:44).

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Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt speak with player agent Anton Thun of Quartexx Management about the return of the NHL in January and the negotiations between the league and players (20:05). Robert Witchel, Executive Director of the Jays Care Foundation, discusses the work done by Toronto Blue Jays after the organization was named the recipient of the 2020 Allan H. Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence (39:29). Author and musician Alan Doyle discusses how he spent the last year while sharing stories from his new book All Together Now: A Newfoundlander’s Light Tales for Heavy Times (47:42). Houston Rockets radio host Adam Wexler shares the latest on James Harden after the disgruntled star’s media availability today and if the Raptors are a fit (1:10:53). Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman talks about the proposed January 13th start date to the NHL season and the current fitness levels of the players as the schedule begins to take shape (1:36:22). ESPN NFL insider Dan Graziano recaps an eventful weekend that saw the Buffalo Bills clinch the AFC East (2:01:20). Tim Micallef joins Jeff and Stephen for a crossover and discusses OG Anunoby’s contract status with the Raptors.

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We discuss Chris Johnston’s report that the NHL would be willing to play its entire 2021 season in the United States if they do not have the approval of the Canadian provincial health authorities. The Athletic’s Sam Amick on the NBA’s investigation of a lawsuit filed against the Los Angeles Clippers over the recruitment of Kawhi Leonard (22:48). Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre President & Medical Director Dr. Brian Conway on the risks that the provinces would be taking by approving NHL play in the country (37:40). ESPN 710’s John Clayton on Justin Herbert’s impressive rookie season, and looking ahead to the NFL weekend (48:49). ESPN’s Jeff Passan on why Toronto would be an attractive destination for SP Trevor Bauer, and on the reaction to the MLB announcement about designating the Negro Leagues as major leagues (67:25). Stephen Brunt joins the show! Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo on recruiting free agents, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s play at third base in the Dominican Winter League (95:30). Jeff, Richard, & Stephen discuss the possibility that the NHL won’t play in Canada this season (107:02). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro about the NHL situation (123:21).

We discuss Kyle Lowry’s first pre-season remarks, and where he stands among Toronto’s greatest all-time athletes. ESPN’s Sam Borden on his feature on Buffalo Bills WR Stefon Diggs (21:33). We discuss the latest Olympic ban on Russia. Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin on the team’s pre-season, and on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s extension with the Milwaukee Bucks (47:12). El Caribe’s Yancen Pujols on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s time in the Dominican Winter League thus far (1:16:29). TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie on Henrik Lundqvist’s announcement that he’ll be missing the season due to a heart condition, and on the continued wait for an NHL return (1:34:56). ESPN’s Seth Greenberg on the pandemic’s impact on the NCAA basketball season, and his thoughts on what we’ve seen on-court thus far (1:54:47). Tim & Sid’s Tim Micallef joins us to discuss the breaking news that the NHL would consider playing the full 2021 season in the United States without proper approval from the Canadian provincial health authorities.

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We discuss Gary Bettman’s latest comments regarding the 2021 NHL season. MLB Official Historian John Thorn on the announcement that the Negro Leagues will now be recognized as Major Leagues (22:30). Recently retired Forge FC/veteran Canadian Men’s National Soccer Team defender David Edgar on the end of his career, and the Forge’s wild season (39:37). Toronto Raptors assistant coach Chris Finch on his long history with Nick Nurse, his coaching philosophy, and working with Pascal Siakam (49:17). At The Letters’ Ben Nicholson-Smith on Scott Boras’ annual press availability (in virtual form!), and the latest with the Blue Jays (1:12:41). Hockey Central’s Brian Burke on the possibility of NHL hub cities, and what he’s looking forward to seeing from the World Juniors (1:38:03). Sports Illustrated’s Rohan Nadkarni on his features on Jimmy Butler and Anthony Davis, and the expectations on both heading into the season (2:00:22). We check in with Tim & Sid’s Sid Seixeiro, and try to figure out who the Raptors’ next big target is.

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We discuss the news of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s five-year contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks. Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on Antetokounmpo’s contract, and what the Raptors will do next with a likely free agent target off-the-board (22:28). The Toronto Star’s Doug Smith on the Raptors’ future, and Malachi Flynn’s impressive pre-season (and what an impressive start could mean for Kyle Lowry’s future) (47:43). USA Today’s Bob Nightengale on the possibility of a delayed start to the MLB season in order to await a COVID-19 vaccine (1:11:54). ESPN’s Bobby Marks on Antetokounmpo’s new contract, and on the Raptors’ next big priority: Re-signing O.G. Anunoby (1:21:09). Blue Jays play-by-play voice Buck Martinez on the team’s off-season options (1:38:49). Sirius XM NBA Radio’s Mitch Lawrence on the Giannis deal, and on the Raptors’ outlook (1:58:42).  Tim & Sid’s Tim Micallef & Sid Seixeiro provide their reaction to today’s NBA news.

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