The FAN Pregame

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Stars analyst Brien Rea (10:00) ahead of a pivotal Game 4 between Dallas and the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss how the Stars have been able to create offence against the Oilers, Edmonton’s defence and goaltending, how the Stars can even the series, and much more. Then, Nick Ashbourne (28:05) joins the show to discuss the Jays' .500 level play this season, Bo Bichette’s performance at the plate, if we are seeing the best version of Daulton Varsho, Jeff Hoffman’s value in the bullpen, and much more. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley’s press conference earlier today. They break down the biggest takeaways from the CEO of MLSE’s address, Shanahan’s departure, what he expects the team to do in the offseason, and much more!

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show discussing the breaking news surrounding the Leafs parting ways with longtime president Brendan Shanahan. Then, with SGA winning NBA MVP honours, Canada Basketball GM Rowan Barrett joins the show (15:52) to discuss Hamilton-native Shai’s impact on Canadian hoops, the comparisons to Steve Nash, and much more. Later, Elliotte Friedman joins the show (26:00) to discuss the Leafs' decision to not renew Brendan Shanahan’s contract. They discuss the Hall of Famer’s legacy in his hometown, what’s next for Shanahan’s executive career, whether the Leafs will replace Shanahan, and much more. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the Daily FaceOff's Frank Seravalli (1:15) and discuss Brendan Shanahan’s future and the Islanders' reported interest in the long-time Leafs president. Then, they discuss potential stops for Marner, the mentality of the Leafs' front office ahead of a reported board meeting at MLSE, tee up the WCF between the Oilers and Stars, and much more. Later, Keegan Matheson joins the show (28:22) to discuss how the Jays have looked as of late, Santander’s slow start to his Blue Jays tenure, and much more. They end things off by discussing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking home the NBA's MVP and the narrative around his playstyle. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Kyle Bukauskas (1:00) to tee up the Eastern Conference Final between the Hurricanes and Panthers. They discuss whether the narrative labelling the Canes' style as “boring” is accurate, the elite goaltending from each club,  and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin share their takeaways from Leafs' media day before welcoming Joseph Casciaro (25:55) to the show. They set the stage for the WCF between the Timberwolves and Thunder tonight, the matchup between SGA and ANT, the Knicks run, and much more.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with NHL on TNT's Liam McHugh (1:55) to tee up the NHL Conference Finals and take a look at how each of the four teams got there. They discuss how Florida came alive against Toronto, tee up how the Panthers will be able to match up against a strong Hurricanes roster, discuss how Edmonton has gotten back to the Conference Finals, and much more. Then, after another Game 7 playoff loss for the Maple Leafs, Ailish and Justin break down what is next for the team and what needs to change. They take your texts, discuss fan reactions, and more. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Chris Cuthbert (1:20) ahead of a monumental Game 6 between the Leafs and Panthers. They discuss the Leafs blowing at 0-2 lead, the messaging around the locker room, Berube’s messaging in a do-or-die game, and more. Then, Adam Stanley joins the show (25:53) live from the PGA Championship Quail Hollow. They discuss the odd leaderboard, the Canadians in the field, Taylor Pendrith’s thoughts on the Leafs/Panthers series, and much more.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Shayna Goldman (1:25) of the Athletic ahead of a potential series-clinching game for the Hurricanes against the Capitals. They tee up the East Coast game before moving on to the Dallas Stars who look to end the President-Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets' season, the Oilers playoff coaching, and much more. Then, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News joins the show (28:04) to break down the Stars' play throughout the playoffs. They discuss how the Stars approached the trade deadline and how the team's moves have worked out, overcoming injuries, and how the Jets will approach a must-win game tonight. 

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli discussing Rantanen's impact in Dallas, how the Oilers big additions at the deadline have impacted the club throughout the playoffs, if Ekholm could return, and the new coaching and management hires around the NHL. Then, Anna Dua (26:06) joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena ahead of Game 5 between the Panthers and Leafs. They tee up the contest, discuss the Leafs line changes, and how they have been able to limit Florida’s physicality. Then, Daniel Nugent-Bowman joins the show (37:56) ahead of the Oilers matchup against Vegas with the latter on the brink of elimination.

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Garry Galley (1:15) ahead of his call of Game 4 between the Jets and Stars. They discuss Miro Heiskanen’s expected return to the Stars lineup, the officiating in the series, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin tee up a 9-game homestand for the Blue Jays before welcoming in Tim Reynolds (25:54) ahead of a busy night of NBA playoff action, and an eventful NBA Draft Lottery last night. They get into the Celtics losing Tatum, Cooper Flagg’s fit in Dallas, the biggest title contender remaining in the postseason, and more. 

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