The FAN Morning Show

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli close out the week by welcoming Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne. He breaks down the Maple Leafs’ recent performance against the Capitals, the state of the team this season, Craig Berube’s job security, and the impact of coaching on the roster. The discussion also touches on the future of Auston Matthews and his potential trade value, Tom Wilson's Team Canada case, and what changes could help spark the Leafs. After the break, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (25:11) joins the show to discuss Bo Bichette’s positional future, how his market is shaping up, the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, and the Blue Jays bullpen options. Adnan also shares his take on the Oscars moving to YouTube in 2029, before we wrap up the week with the Canadian Sport Moment of the Day. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli open the second hour by welcoming NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis to break down the last night's Rams–Seahawks matchup. They dive into Sam Darnold’s resilience and impact in Seattle, where Matt Stafford stands in the MVP race, and the Seahawks' ceiling this season. They also take some time to discuss the headlines surrounding Puka Nacua this week, before previewing Patriots vs. Ravens, what it means for New England, and the potential ripple effects for the Bills. After the break, Paul Jones (23:37), Raptors radio broadcaster on Sportsnet 590, joins the guys to analyze Toronto's latest win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Paul shares his thoughts on the team's consistency, Brandon Ingram’s play, and Jakob Poeltl’s health, before debating if the Raps should pursue big-name additions or continue developing organically. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Sho Alli wrap up the week by breaking down a listless Maple Leafs performance against the Capitals. They discuss Craig Berube’s standing after the 4-0 loss, the lack of accountability within the team’s core, the players’ effort level, and Berube’s comments on the power play and media approach. After the break, they shift to the Raptors’ win over the Bucks and share their impressions of Brandon Ingram, Jakob Poeltl’s health, roster construction with limited size, and evolving expectations for the team in the East. The hour closes with reactions to a wild Thursday night in the NFL including Sam Darnold’s status and the Seahawks’ legitimacy as contenders. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour by welcoming Joe Thomas, NFL Hall of Fame left tackle. He shares his insights on some key Week 16 storylines including Rams vs. Seahawks, the NFC and AFC landscapes, some standout defenders and quarterback situations around the league, and his own career comparisons. After the break, they’re joined by the co-host of The FAN Hockey Show and two-time Stanley Cup champion, Mike Futa (24:15)! He breaks down the Maple Leafs recent form, Auston Matthews’ play, the team's brewing leadership concerns, and more! Ben and Brent wrap up today's show with the Canadian Sports Moment of the Day. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing Auston Matthews’ relationship with Maple Leafs fans. They touch on his recent emotional reaction after scoring, growing market pressure, health concerns, trade value, and whether he has reached his limit in Toronto. They also debate whether the Blue Jays risk losing Bo Bichette by waiting on Kyle Tucker's market to develop. After the break, Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala (25:32) joins to break down Team Canada’s win over Sweden, their outlook heading into the World Juniors, and expectations around Gavin McKenna. The conversation then shifts back to the Leafs’ matchup with the Capitals, Matthews’ recent play, potential trade scenarios, possible disconnects between coaching and players, and whether deeper, long-standing issues continue to hold the team back. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.