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The FAN Pregame

Sportsnet
NHL
Toronto Blue Jays
NHL Trade Deadline
Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Raptors
Spring Training
Vegas Golden Knights
Raptors
Trade Deadline
Edmonton Oilers
NBA
Alek Manoah
Pittsburgh Penguins
Calgary Flames
Elliotte Friedman
Michael Bunting
Joel Edmondson
Major League Baseball
PWHL
Florida Panthers

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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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers ahead of tomorrow's home opener for the White Sox against the Jays. They discuss Dylan Cease’s start to life in Toronto, Alex Bregman’s start to his Cubs tenure, if the Yankee... more

Victory Plus NHL insider Frank Seravalli (2:08) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to kick off the Wednesday edition. They discuss the Leafs' GM search, the Auston Matthews factor of the Leafs' looming decision, Doug Armstrong's potential fit in... more

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing MLSE CEO Keith Pelley’s presser after firing Brad Treliving as General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. They share their biggest takeaways from the presser and break down what this means... more

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:01), who discusses the Blue Jays' record-setting opening weekend, realistic expectations for Cody Ponce in his Blue Jays debut, Kazuma Okamoto’s MLB debut series, Andrés Gi... more

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Ahmet Man
Host of Raptors show Post Game Pod
The FAN Pregame
Episode: Senators' Playoff Chase + Cole Hutson's Debut
Hazel Mae
Sportsnet reporter on the field in Houston
Sportsnet
Episode: USA vs. Canada WBC Preview + Dinner with Elliotte Friedman
Anthony Petrielli
Maple Leafs Hot Stove contributor
Maple Leafs Hot Stove
Episode: NHL Headlines in the Home Stretch with Frank Seravalli
Craig Simpson
NHL Analyst for Sportsnet
Sportsnet
Episode: Matthews Scoring Slump + Oilers Look to Surge
Gene Principe
Sportsnet reporter
Sportsnet
Episode: Matthews Scoring Slump + Oilers Look to Surge
Greg Hamilton
Team Canada bench coach, Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame inductee
Canada Baseball
Episode: Canadian Baseball HOF Show With Dempster and Hamilton
Kyle Bukauskas
COS A, 32 Thoughts contributor and Sportsnet Reporter
Sportsnet
Episode: What Can Canada's Teams Do at the Trade Deadline?
Chris Leroux
Blue Jays Analyst and Sportsnet contributor
Sportsnet 590 The FAN
Episode: What's Next for Oilers at the Deadline + Chris Leroux!
Mike Kelly
NHL Network Analyst
NHL Network
Episode: What's Next for Oilers at the Deadline + Chris Leroux!

Hosts

Ailish Forfar
Host of The FAN Pregame, also covering Olympic events and sports from Milan.
Justin Cuthbert
Co-host of The FAN Pregame, sharing insights and commentary on various sports topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Boring

    I find it hard to listen to both hosts, no excitement, no real personality, mono-tone, and downright boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dr Rocktapus
    Canada7 months ago
  • So good

    So So So so so So so so so so so so so so so gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pickle_Yum
    Canada2 years ago
  • Ailish is HER

    Sportsnet owes her a huge thank you for saving the fan morning show . JD the alcoholic was sinking it . Facts - Ailish was promoted to the hottest time slot and JD Butkis was limited to an hour because he’s so annoying and too hung over to do mornings.. winner!

    CANT WAIT FOR THE LEAFS PREGAME WITH MY FAVORITE RADIO HOSTS :)

    Ailish and Justin :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillySands
    Canada3 years ago
  • Ailish is a breath of fresh air.

    Ailish Forfar is fabulous. Tremendous talent at this genre. Such an endearing personality as well. Justin is a good foil but Ailish carries the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zubcut
    United States3 years ago
  • Trash without JD

    Good JD has his own show now but this show unlistenable without him. This is the best you can do?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PeterDawn88
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some express dissatisfaction with a perceived overemphasis on hockey at the expense of other sports, particularly basketball.
There are mixed feelings about the effectiveness of the current hosting duo compared to previous iterations, with some listeners voicing nostalgia for past hosts.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of sports, particularly on topics like hockey and baseball. Many enjoy the dynamic between the hosts and their discussions with various knowledgeable guests.
The content is generally well-received for its informative nature, although there are suggestions for a wider range of topics beyond hockey.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WBC Final Preview with Jon Morosi & Shi Davidi
Q: What roster decisions stood out for the US in the final?
The discussion centers on Gunnar Henderson being left off and Alex Bregman starting at third, with the hosts noting the strategic trade-offs teams must make given lefty-righty matchups and guarantees within the roster.
WBC Final Preview with Jon Morosi & Shi Davidi
Q: How has Venezuela's momentum changed the stakes for the final?
Davidi notes Venezuela comes in with strong energy and a country-wide unification around the team, making them a legitimate challenger rather than an underdog and highlighting the broader cultural impact of the tournament.
WBC Final Preview with Jon Morosi & Shi Davidi
Q: What makes this WBC final feel different for the American team this year?
Morosi explains that while the US are favorites, there is pressure and a varied energy level among players who see the WBC as a major stage beyond a typical spring training mindset, with camaraderie and national pride shaping their approach.
Senators' Playoff Chase + Cole Hutson's Debut
Q: What version of the Senators are they
They've shown a mix of speed, skill and pushback with goaltending holding up; the team has momentum late in the season.
NHL Headlines in the Home Stretch with Frank Seravalli
Q: What is the most intriguing storyline down the stretch in your view?
Frank Seravalli highlights the Leafs' position and the broader draft lottery intrigue, stressing that the battle for top five picks and how teams navigate the end of the season will have lasting implications beyond this year.

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1. Ahmet Man
2. Hazel Mae
3. Anthony Petrielli
4. Craig Simpson
5. Gene Principe
6. Greg Hamilton
7. Kyle Bukauskas
8. Chris Leroux

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