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The FAN Morning Show

Start your day with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning in the mornings! The guys tackle everything Toronto sports and beyond live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am ET.

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00:53:07

Vlad’s Absence Felt Despite Wins + Bieber’s Jays Debut

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/25

Ben Ennis is joined by guest host Sam McKee on Monday to recap the Blue Jays’ weekend! As Toronto returns home from this trip 3-3 to stay at .500 on the road, they take some time to dive deeper into yesterday’s game specifically. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was used to pinch hit; how confident are they that he will be back in the lineup tonight at Rogers Centre? They look back to Friday's game highlighted by Shane Bieber’s Blue Jays debut and question if it heightens expectations for him the rest of the

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00:46:25

Bieber Fever in Full Force for Toronto

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/22

Ben & Brent dive into the final hour of the week focused on the Blue Jays as they begin a series in Miami, featuring Shane Bieber's debut. They analyze the standings, the Jays' recent and overall road record, and what it will take to win the division or the American League. Sportsnet analyst Madison Shipman shares her expectations for Bieber's first start and what signs to look for in his return to form. They also discuss John Schneider's bullpen and rotation options. To wrap up, they connect with

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00:50:41

Ready for the NFL Season + Bieber's Debut

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/22

Ben and Brent continue into the second hour alongside Charles Davis, friend of the show and NFL on CBS analyst, to talk some football with the NFL regular season now less than two weeks away. The trio debate if the Chiefs are still the team to beat in the AFC, who the true contenders are in each conference, the Shedeur Sanders experience in Cleveland, and Jerry Jones in yet another contract dispute with a star player. Next the a.m. boys turn their full attention to the Blue Jays (29:25) and

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00:51:07

Ben's Back on Bieber's Blue Jays Debut Day!

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/22

Welcome back, Ben! He joins Brent to recount his road trip with his son to Pittsburgh to watch the Blue Jays play at PNC Park. They get into what the experience was like, what he thought of the stadium that always seems to get high marks, and how well Jays fans travel. The hosting duo also get into the important A.L. East series that started last night between the Red Sox and Yankees. What is the best case outcome for Toronto? They also quickly touch on the cool Seinfeld giveaway at Yankees Stadium

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00:47:39

A Wide Open American League + NFL Storylines

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/21

Brent & Sam wrap up Thursday with baseball talk, focusing on the Red Sox-Yankees series while the Blue Jays rest. They welcome WEEI's Rob Bradford to discuss the rivalry's revival and the competitive A.L. East landscape. The conversation shifts to the entire American League's openness. To end, they check in with Ty Dunne (26:06) from Go Long, exploring key NFL storylines for the upcoming season, including contenders to challenge the Chiefs and standout QBs in the NFC.The views and opinions expressed

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00:50:21

McDavid’s Future, Storied Rivalries & Jays Takeaways

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/21

Brent and Sam continue into the second hour with more NHL offseason talk, starting with Connor McDavid, who hasn’t re-upped in Edmonton yet. Is a big enough deal being made about the delay in the new deal? The duo turn their attention back to baseball and zero in on an important divisional series starting tonight between the Red Sox and Yankees. They get into the historic long-running competition between these two storied clubs and ask what other matchups are viewed in the same light. Sho Alli

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00:50:34

Blue Jays Drop Series to Pirates + Bieber on the Way

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/21

Brent Gunning is joined once again by Sam McKee to chat about the Blue Jays, who dropped their series finale to the Pirates yesterday afternoon in Pittsburgh. They break down what went wrong in the game and question if there’s any concern of Toronto playing down to their competition. With all of the scoring coming in the first inning for both sides, the guys chat about the solid performance from Chris Bassitt and the Jays bullpen. They express their disappointment that Tommy Pham drove in both runs

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00:48:14

Springer’s Resurgence + Looking Towards the NFL Season

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/20

Brent & Sam wrap up their Wednesday discussing the Blue Jays, previewing their final game in Pittsburgh and the upcoming series in Miami with Shane Bieber likely starting. They welcome Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman to analyze last night’s game, Scherzer’s strong performances, and Springer’s resurgence. The show concludes with Trey Wingo (27:38) from the Alternate Routes podcast, who shares highlights from his summer of golf and discusses potential challengers to the Chiefs in the AFC, along with his

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00:49:04

Coolest Athletes Draft + Summer Hockey Talk

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/20

Brent and Sam continue into the second hour of "hump day" revisiting the Dallas Cowboys documentary and the swag the team had in their heyday. It leads the hosts to draft who they think are the coolest athletes in their generation of sports, featuring some listeners submissions! Next up, the boys check in with friend of the show, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (28:55), for some summer hockey talk. After catching up, the trio dive into the state of developmental leagues and the options now available for

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00:50:54

Scherzer & Springer Lead an Impressive Jays...

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/20

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee are back for a midweek edition of The FAN Morning Show! The hosts start with thoughts on an impressive bounce-back win for the Blue Jays in Pittsburgh led by George Springer and Max Scherzer. The pair dive deeper into both players' resurgences in 2025 and ponder where the team would be without them. They examine Mad Max's recent stretch of quality starts and debate if he’s the ace of the staff at the moment (at least until Shane Bieber’s debut Friday). The pair also touch

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00:48:50

How Will the Jays Retaliate Today + What Team Doc...

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/19

Brent and Sam kick off the final hour by reflecting on the Blue Jays' loss in Pittsburgh. They welcome Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the altercation involving Tommy Pham, potential retaliation, and the implications of Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s exit on the team's lineup. They also evaluate the bullpen's potential and identify the best lefty option. In the closing segment, they share takeaways from the NFL preseason, expectations for Shedeur Sanders, and their excitement for the new Dallas

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00:47:20

Superstar Skenes, Vlad's Importance & MLB Realignment

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/19

Brent and Sam continue into the second hour discussing the Blue Jays' loss last night to Paul Skenes and the Pirates. The hosts dig into the rapid rise of Pittsburgh's ace and debate if he’s considered a superstar in the league. Speaking of polarizing franchise players, the duo turn their attention to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The pair open the conversation on his importance to Toronto and how much losing him would impact the lineup down the stretch. B&S also chat about the recent comments from

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00:51:42

Sloppy Jays Lose Series Opener & AL Lead

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/19

Brent Gunning is joined by guest host, Sam McKee, to look back on Blue Jays' disappointing start to their road trip in Pittsburgh. They dive into how Paul Skenes limited Toronto's bats after a shaky start, along with the Jays' sloppy play that contributed to the Pirates' win. The pair touch on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who exited Monday's game with some hamstring tightness, and discuss how some time out of the lineup could impact the team. Ben and Sam also take some time to chat about the altercation

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00:47:11

A Great Bisons’ Run + Looking Around MLB

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/18

Ben & Brent discuss the Blue Jays' season and the vital relationship with the Bisons. They interview manager Casey Candaele, who just became Buffalo's all-time winningest manager, about his journey and the Bisons' role in supporting the Blue Jays. The conversation touches on key players like Scherzer, Springer, and Bieber rehabbing, alongside rising stars Barger, Clement, Loperfido, and Schneider. They wrap up with MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (24:12) for insights on the Brewers, Yankees, Red Sox, and

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00:47:32

Berríos & Bichette's Futures + What Else Is on the...

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/18

Ben and Brent open this hour hearing from Blue Jays President and CEO, Mark Shapiro, who spoke about Bo Bichette's future with the organization in a recent interview. Is there anything we can learn from this? The guys turn their attention to José Berríos and wonder if, due to his recent struggles, the team should ponder a "phantom IL" stint to get him right. As Shane Bieber's return to the majors grows closer, the duo express how careful the Blue Jays need to be handling his first starts back. They

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00:52:50

Highlights From a Winning Jays Homestand

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/18

Ben and Brent kick off this week with their thoughts on the Blue Jays, who wrapped up their recent homestand with a 4-2 record. They dive into yesterday's loss that saw José Berríos not at his best and debate, if decisions are made simply on merit right now, if he’s the odd man out of the rotation. The guys also touch on George Springer, who made his return known this weekend with a welcome-back two-run blast, along with Myles Straw and the role he has found on the squad. Following his start on

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00:49:20

Blue Jays Banter + Catching up With Grill Cheese

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/15

Ben & Brent wrap up the week by focusing on the A.L. East-leading Blue Jays, welcoming Sportsnet's Shi Davidi. They discuss the team’s division lead, upcoming decisions, and postseason potential. The conversation covers Max Scherzer’s recent performances, the possibility of Shane Bieber joining the Majors soon, and Vladdy's current impact on the team. They conclude with former Blue Jays reliever Jason Grilli (29:11), who shares updates on his life and career, his gratitude for achieving his

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00:49:14

Max & Vlad's Contract Steals + Yesavage's Ceiling

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/15

Ben and Brent reset on the Blue Jays' two standout stars of last night’s game: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Max Scherzer. The hosts start with the All-Star first baseman to debate how different this season would feel had they not signed him long-term. Could that third richest contract in MLB history be a steal for the caliber of player they’re getting? The duo debate if they, or anyone, could have predicted Scherzer would be contributing at this point of the season back when he signed his contract

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00:50:15

Riding Peak Mad Max & Vladdy

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/15

Ben and Brent kick off Friday's show talking about the Blue Jays' impressive victory in the final game of their three game set against the Cubs to secure another series win. They look at the key players in the game for Toronto, most notably Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Max Scherzer. B&B start with "Mad Max" and ask if he’s the starter they trust most right now. They pivot to Vladdy's performance and discuss why he looks primed to carry this team down the stretch. The duo also check in on the bullpen

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00:47:03

Breaking Down the Blue Jays & What’s to Come

The FAN Morning Show ·

2025/08/14

Ben & Brent dive into the Blue Jays' crucial decisions as they aim for the A.L. East title. They chat with Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith about roster changes, Manoah’s recent performance, and expectations for Shane Bieber and Trey Yesavage as the season progresses. They discuss George Springer’s impending return and its impact on the roster. The hosts also get insights from Foul Territory's Scott Braun (25:24) on the Blue Jays’ surprising season and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s reputation

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