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The FAN Pregame

Get ready for tonight"s games with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert as they discuss the stories that matter most to sports fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6pm-7pm ET.

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00:24:46

How The Nylander Secrecy Exposes an NHL Flaw

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/22

Jeff Marek joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss the hottest topic in the NHL today – “what’s up with Nylander” – and how the secrecy of injury reporting was supposed to improve with legalized gambling and essentially teams are being openly dishonest (3:20). Later, Ailish was in attendance for the latest PWHL attendance record (in Montreal) and we close with the home teams are 6-0 in the NHL and 8-0 in the NBA. A win by Edmonton and Dallas tonight would make 16-0 for the first time in

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00:49:52

Stanley Cup Playoff Preview Pt. 2

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/19

We now have all the matchups set for the Stanley Cup Playoffs and with that, Frank Seravalli (5:20) from Daily Faceoff joins Ailish Forfar & Justin Cuthbert for a round of “Fact or Fiction” which then turned into “Frank or Fiction.” We get his take on every series, the chances for an upset and one specific reason that this year is different for the Leafs. Later on, our Western Conference bracket which leas us into Ailish and Justin’s pick for The Stanley Cup. The views and opinions expressed in

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00:49:54

Stanley Cup Playoff Preview Pt. 1

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/18

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the last night of the NHL with Luke Gazdic (2:45) as the Oilers are awaiting either LA or Vegas. He looks at how the Edmonton series has evolved, why the Jets have one of the best locker rooms in the league and why Rick Tocchet’s turnaround of the Canucks might be the most impressive of all Canadian teams. Later, Ailish and Justin fill out their Eastern Conference bracket for the NHL Playoffs, the one area that they differed the most and tomorrow we look at

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00:49:54

Hart Check – Matthews' Stock Is Climbing

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/16

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Adnan Virk on the show as he describes why Juan Soto is an absolute difference maker and how the Yankees are one of the best teams in baseball even without Cole pitching (8:40). Then, his thoughts on the Jays - why Kirk and Varsho might be on the right path, why Berrios is a Cy Young-worthy pitcher and how the Jays' top-3 starters can keep carrying the team. Finally, thoughts on the legendary John Sterling who announced his retirement this week. Later,

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00:49:51

Jays Offseason Suddenly Looks Better…

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/15

Jeff Marek makes his weekly appearance with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss playoff races, why people won’t feel sorry if Detroit misses again and the Coyotes' situation with the move to Utah all but being official (5:35). Then, Jeff explains why hockey will return to the desert and how the NHL is making this more of a temporary move. Afterward, to Canada winning the Women’s World Championship in what’s being called the best women’s game of all time. Later, Kaitlyn McGrath (25:20) from

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00:49:55

UFC 300 – 2 Fighters Crash the Show and Take Over!

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/12

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with an in-depth chat with Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux (6:53) ahead of the series against the Rockies. He goes into Kevin Gausman’s start, how surprised he was to see his velocity drop in cold weather and what it’s like as a pitcher dealing with that. Then, the Jays' depth, bullpen injuries and the importance a catcher makes and why Danny Jansen’s return will be so important. Next up we head to Las Vegas where Aaron Bronsteter (26:12) is covering UFC 300

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00:24:45

UFC 300 Preview with Mike Malott

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/11

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert open with news emerging from the Shohei Ohtani saga and leaked details on how his interpreter stole $16M. Next up, a chat with Mike Malott (8:58), UFC Welterweight and SN analyst this weekend for UFC 300. He gives us a great behind-the-scenes view of the life of a fighter and then his views on the card and what it takes to get back in the octagon when getting over injuries. Finally, what’s next for him and a surprise text he received today regarding his future. The

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00:49:37

Preview Of The 2024 Masters

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/09

Frank Seravalli joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to take a look at some of the most popular US-born players, where Auston Matthews ranks and why in the US a Canadian player from a Canadian team is the most popular player overall south of the border (5:18). Then, some news on Jack Hughes and the divisions that could be settled this evening. Later, we head to the site of The Masters with Adam Stanley (25:40) as he prepares for the tournament this week. A look at the field, the players coming

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00:49:54

Jays Home Opener with Jose Bautista & David Price

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/08

David Price makes a rare appearance as he joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of the Blue Jays' home opener and why - of all the team he played for - Toronto was his favourite (3:38). He reflects on his first game in Toronto, how Jays players acknowledge they are playing for an entire country and why that’s important and then what it takes to come together and go on a true playoff run. Later, a chat with Jose Bautista (30:47), memories of home openers in Toronto and why he’s following this

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01:39:45

New MLSE CEO Keith Pelley Joins The Show

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/05

It’s the start of a new era at MLSE and with that, their new CEO, Keith Pelley, joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss his new role, plans and priorities, lessons learned from his time with European Golf and how sports have now become a global product (25:52). He looks back at his time running Rogers Media and why this new role was likely the only way he would come back home. Later, Kelly Hrudey (56:35) looks at the stretch drive for the playoffs and why he can’t help but cheer for

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00:49:56

5 For Fighting – What Rangers/Devils Taught Us

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/04

John Scott, former NHLer, enforcer, tough guy and host of Dropping The Gloves podcast joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to look back at the Rangers/Devils brawl, why he feels for Rempe and why he ultimately loved what was on display (4:35). Then, what it was like playing against both Crosby and Ovie. Later, Seeret Sohi (26:33) from The Ringer on NBA title contenders vs. frauds, the disastrous season for the Raptors, what Vince Carter meant to Canada and Caitlin Clark's incredible run during

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00:49:54

Ranking Our Top 5 Stanley Cup Contenders

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/03

Frank Seravalli from Daily Faceoff joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to rank their top 5 Stanley Cup Contenders (4:11). They discuss the lack of Canadian teams at the top and Vegas missing the cut. Which teams have the edge in net and which teams' performance of playoffs past tells the most interesting story? Next up, Dan Shulman (31:50) from Houston ahead of Jays/Astros and everyone is up in arms about Davis Schneider being out of the lineup tonight after the game-winning HR last night. Do

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00:49:59

In Houston, The Jays Have A Problem

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/02

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Madison Shipman (2:30) into our studios coming off of last night’s no-hitter, why the Jays were unable to adjust and the glaring difference in their lineup when Bo Bichette is not there. Later, former NHL goalie Carter Hutton (25:46) helps us to power rank the Canadian NHL goalies and weighs in on Ilya Samsonov's story and how he’s made the case for being the Leafs' clear #1 goalie. He finishes with some Jeff Skinner memories as a teammate as the Buffalo

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00:49:44

Most Improved Player + Other New NHL Awards to Consider

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/04/01

Ailish and Justin tee up the Leafs vs. Panthers and how each team has evolved since that playoff series a year ago plus if Ilya Samsonov is the starter in net when the post-season comes around. Later, Jeff Marek (6:24) proposes a new NHL award for Most Improved Player, who is the best choice to win and if that award would have staying power. Next up a deep dive on the Panthers with former NHLer and 1992 Stanley Cup champion – Jeff Chychrun (24:54). He points to the specific details that Paul Maurice

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00:24:52

Opening Day Takeaways

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/29

With Ailish in Saskatchewan, Justin Cuthbert is joined by Jesse Rubinoff! The guys welcome in Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst and former MLB pitcher Chris Leroux to help them preview the second game of the Jays season. He discusses the keys for success for the Jays this year, how far a hot start can carry the team and which players can excel with lowered expectations. Justin and Jesse then get into some of the storylines surrounding the final weeks of the NHL season and share their best bets for the

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00:49:59

Blue Jays 2024 Season Predictions with Caleb Joseph

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/27

We are one more sleep until the Jays season starts as Ailish and Justin go through their season predictions. Next, Frank Seravalli (4:34) looks at the race for the top of the NHL, Nashville's run and the rise of Roman Josi as a Norris Trophy contender. Later, Caleb Joseph (25:27) drops by the studios for a visit ahead of opening day. A deep dive on Day 1 starter – Jose Berrios and a change that he noticed in the pitcher last year. Finally, all of our picks from Win-Loss, playoffs or not, best new

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00:50:02

Sports. Gambling. Lies & Investigations

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/26

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are happy to have Sid Seixeiro (3:36) on to express his humour over the Jontay Porter story, what it says about sports and gambling and why sportsbooks need more rigorous standards. Then over to Ohtani, why no matter what he comes out looking poorly and he’s not completely in the clear yet. Finally, his thoughts on the Canadian Stanley Cup curse and which team he thinks has the best opportunity. Later, Jason Bukula (28:14) on how the Panthers became one of the best

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00:49:53

Ohtani Speaks of Lies and Theft from Former Interpreter

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/25

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with Shohei Ohtani's presser where he outed his former interpreter as a liar and thief. After reacting to that news, we switch over to Jeff Marek (5:35) who discusses the job Rick Tocchet did with the Canucks this year, going from potential to results, why the Preds got hot at the right time and a couple new members of the 50-goal club. Next up, Ben Nicholson-Smith (30:24) on his reaction to the Ohtani story, Jays roster moves and how the rotation will be

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00:49:55

SGA Visits Toronto, His HS Coach Visits With Us

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/22

Luke Gazdic joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of his debut on Hockey Night in Canada and right in time for Leafs/Oilers, Matthews/McDavid (1:53). He takes us behind the scenes of his former team and confirms that Ontario born players always get pumped to face the Leafs. Over to playoff races and news of Tom Wilson’s 6-game suspension for his stick swinging incident against the Leafs. Next, to Brian Anderson (25:45) from TNT who calls MLB, the Brewers and this week – March Madness. We

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00:49:54

Ohtani Story Reaches “You Can’t Make This Up” Status

The FAN Pregame ·

2024/03/21

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert begin the show with the Shohei Ohtani saga, an update from Jeff Passan of ESPN and where this story is headed. Fresh off the trip from the GMs meetings in Florida, Frank Seravalli (6:25) looks at rule changes, a wild week with Torts in Philly yet again and then behind the tragic death of Chris Simon, what he was battling at the time of his death and the connection to CTE. Next, on the eve of the Women’s March Madness tournament, Hayley McGoldrick (31:04) looks at

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