The FAN Pregame

Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with NHL insider Frank Seravalli (1:45). They kick things off discussing the Oilers' latest blowout and what it means for the defending Western Conference champs. They break down the differences between this and last year’s roster, whether they will ever address the goaltending position, what to make of the Leafs' softness, and more. Then, Ailish and Jesse react to the breaking news that the Blue Jays have signed Dylan Cease to a long-term contract. Jeff Blair joins the show (27:58) to break down the news, and Jon Morosi stops by (52:18) to discuss what comes next for the Jays' offseason. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the one Canadian team in a playoff spot at the American Thanksgiving mark, and discuss which teams could turn their seasons around. Then, ahead of the lone NHL matchup tonight between the Oilers and Stars, Dallas Stars Director of Player Personnel Rich Peverley joins the show (10:22). They discuss Mikko Rantanen's suspension, the team’s young talent, how the Olympics could affect a team like Dallas’ playoff race, Thomas Harley’s development, and much more. Later, Thomas Drance joins the show (26:38) to discuss the latest reporting out of Vancouver surrounding the Canucks willingness to trade veterans. They discuss the state of the current team, where it ranks among the worst in recent years, Quinn Hughes' future, and much more.

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Ailish Forfar and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Joseph Casciaro (1:15) to tee up tonight’s Raptors game against the Cavs and discuss the team's hot start to the season. They discuss whether the Raps' play through their recent win streak is sustainable, if Darko Rajaković is a legitimate candidate for the Coach of the Year, the team's depth, and much more. Then, Jon Morosi joins the show (25:50) to discuss MLB free agency, the Jays' interest in Kyle Tucker, if Toronto could land a Japanese star this offseason, the Rangers and Mets blockbuster trade, and more. Ailish and Jesse wrap up with a look at a Blue Jays controversy in Japan.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with ESPN's Ray Ferraro (1:23)! They discuss the changes we have seen both on and off the ice with Connor Bedard, how Bedard and Macklin Celebrini have been dominating the NHL this season, the similarities between Celebrini and Sidney Crosby, the Anaheim Ducks' youth, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin look at some of Team Canada’s Four Nations Players who may not crack the Olympic roster and draft their own lineup in the latest edition of the Friday-Free-For-All. They chat about whether Auston Matthews should be the Team USA Captain at the Olympics, the most irrelevant team in sports, and much more. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli. They discuss if the trade market is heating up around the NHL with the injuries plaguing contenders. They discuss which team will be the first to make a move, if the Oilers will make a move for a goaltender, if there is a coach on the hot seat, is Matthew Schaefer could really be on Canada’s Olympic team, and more. Then, they discuss the Olympic rink situation ahead of the Milan Olympics and if fans should be concerned, if McKenna’s start to his NCAA career is worrisome, and much more.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Devante Smith-Pelly (1:27) to tee up tonight’s contest between the Oilers and Capitals. They discuss Logan Thompson’s elite start to the season, what playing in the NHL as a teenager is like as young players like Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini dominate the league, the Habs' injuries, and much more. Then, they discuss the recent HHOF inductions, who he played alongside that he thinks will make it, if Alexander Ovechkin will be inducted as soon as he retires, and more. Later, with the PWHL coming to Sportsnet, Hailey Salvian joins the show (27:30) to tee up the season with the new expansion teams in Vancouver and Seattle, the top players who could be safe award bets, expectations for Sarah Fillier and the Sirens' season, how the Olympic year will impact the league, if the Frost can three-peat, and more. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Jody Shelley! They discuss Brad Treliving meeting with the media to discuss the Leafs struggles this season and how the locker room needs to respond, Toews return to the NHL and if the Jets are the best team in Canada, if the Canadiens can overcome their injuries and how close they are to being a legit contender, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off discussing Treliving’s comments and more.

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Former NBA player and The Raptors Show's Matt Bonner (0:41) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to kick off the Monday edition. They discuss what's behind the Raptors' offensive surge to start the season, what's changed for them on the defensive side of the court, early impressions of rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, and Immanuel Quickley starting to bounce back from his slow start. Then, Ailish and Justin recap and share some takeaways from the weekend in sports, including the Leafs' playoff chances after a fifth straight loss, whether the Chiefs are in trouble after falling to .500, and the Mariners getting the first win of the MLB offseason by keeping Josh Naylor around Seattle.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the Friday edition with Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean (1:01). They get into the Leafs' early-season woes after suffering a fourth straight loss to the LA Kings, how Zach Hyman's return can stabilize the slow starting Oilers, John Tavares' case for Team Canada, and how he's preparing for the Grey Cup this weekend. Then, Ailish and Justin take a closer look at the Leafs' issues and consider whether they can turn it around. Finally, they open up the Friday Free-For-All and go around the sports world with their burning questions, including whether the Thunder set an NBA record for wins this season, what position the Blue Jays should prioritise in the offseason, and much more.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (1:15). They discuss his perception of the Leafs' sluggish start, Auston Matthews' play before his injury, whether Toronto could be sellers this season, and they debate potential fixes. Then, they discuss the hockey world losing a legend with Larry Brooks passing away. Later, ahead of the launch of his new show, Daniel Negreanu joins the show (25:40) to preview ‘Game Of Gold’ coming to Sportsnet this month, his NHL fandom, and much more. Finally, Ailish and Justin discuss what they need to see from Auston Matthews for the Leafs to get back on track, if Anze Kopitar will finally score in Toronto, and more.

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