Mile High Champs, Murray's Moment, and VanVleet Opts Out

Leafs' Cap Crunch + Raptors Post All-Star Storylines: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Jake Muzzin being ruled out for the remainder of the 2022-23 season, what his absence means for the Leafs, the team’s current salary cap situation, and Elliotte Friedman’s latest reporting about who the Leafs may target ahead of next Friday’s trade deadline. Then, Ailish and Justin chat about the Raptors’ expectations coming out of the All-Star Break and the Canadian women’s hockey team defeating Team USA in Game 7 of their Rivalry Series. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:21)! 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

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The Forgotten Piece: Acciari’s Integral Skill Set w/ Brent Gunning + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Brent Gunning stops by to chat about Netflix’s Full Swing docuseries, his first impressions of Ryan O’Reilly, if the Leafs need to upgrade on the blue line, Matthew Knies’ chances of being a contributor for the Leafs this season, and Noel Acciari’s underrated skill set. Then, Ailish and Justin are joined by Toronto FC midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye to discuss his experience representing Canada at the World Cup back in November and TFC’s outlook for the MLS season (24:43). Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (38:42). 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

NHL “Wild Card Week” w/ Frank Seravalli + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider for DailyFaceoff.com, joins the show to discuss the Lightning’s acquisition of Tanner Jeannot, Tampa’s unique player evaluation model, Timo Meier being dealt to New Jersey, the expectation that Patrick Kane will end up in New York, and the latest speculation around the NHL. Later, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line (28:27)! 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. by The FAN Pregame

46 min listen

State of the Wild w/ Mike Modano + What is the Raptors’ Ceiling with Poeltl?: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with an interview featuring Mike Modano, Hockey Hall of Famer and current Minnesota Wild Executive Advisor. He discusses the Wild’s involvement in the Leafs’ Ryan O’Reilly deal, the team’s position ahead of next Friday’s trade deadline, his transition into a front office role, Matt Boldy’s emergence, and the lack of personality in hockey. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about Jakob Poeltl’s wide-ranging impact since being acquired from San Antonio, why Pascal Siakam benefits from Poeltl’s presence, Jeff Dowtin Jr. receiving some extended burn on Thursday night, and the Raptors’ ceiling for the remainder of the season (28:42). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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VanVleet Eviscerates Officials: "It's Personal": On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss Fred VanVleet’s expletive-laden rant about referee Ben Taylor, if his remarks warrant a suspension, the Raptors’ history of complaining about officiating, and Kawhi Leonard outclassing his old team. Then, with Opening Day rapidly approaching, Ailish and Justin highlight a few storylines that they’re most curious to monitor during the final few weeks of spring training. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (41:47)! 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

49 min listen

O’Reilly Injury Timeline and Deadline Fallout w/ Frank Seravalli: On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli stops by to discuss the severity of Ryan O’Reilly’s injury, his potential recovery timeline, early returns on Tanner Jeannot in Tampa, Boston’s current injury situation, the Flames’ quiet trade deadline and Colorado’s decision not to use Gabriel Landeskog’s LTIR space. Later, Ailish and Justin present their biggest winners and losers from the NHL trade deadline (29:00). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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Mile High Controversy + Life Without O'Reilly: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ narrow loss in Denver, Scottie Barnes being ejected by Crew Chief Scott Foster, the Raptors’ key miscues down the stretch, O.G. Anunoby’s defence on Nikola Jokic, and Fred VanVleet delivering back-to-back solid games. Then, they chat about Ryan O’Reilly landing on LTIR, John Tavares’ absence for Tuesday's game, Michael Bunting’s recent struggles, and Timothy Liljegren making his return to the lineup. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin chime in on the New Orleans Saints signing Derek Carr and Geno Smith’s extension with the Seahawks. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (47:53)! 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

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Matthews and Marner Reunited + Trades Galore!: Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ailish discussing her much-anticipated puppy draft. Then, she and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ win over the Kraken on Sunday, Auston Matthews being reunited with Mitch Marner, the slew of Eastern Conference contenders that made big trades over the weekend, what Tampa’s acquisition of Tanner Jeannot means for Toronto, and the Raptors’ ugly loss in Cleveland. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:45)! 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

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Leafs Letdown and Loonie Dogs Drama: Happy Monday! Ailish kicks off the show by discussing her weekend trip to Buffalo. Then, she and Justin weigh in on the Maple Leafs’ quiet deadline day, the process of integrating new players into the lineup, Saturday night’s loss in Vancouver, the Leafs’ top power play unit allowing two shorthanded goals, Matt Murray’s return from injury, and the need for consistency from the core 4. Afterwards, they chat about the Raptors earning a split in Washington, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s withdrawal from the World Baseball Classic, and Jose Bautista joining the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence. Later, Ailish presents an abbreviated version of the A-List, in which she laments being excluded from the Blue Jays' Loonie Dogs promotional video (46:32). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

52 min listen

O' What a Night!: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ dominant win in Buffalo, Ryan O’Reilly scoring a hat trick in his old barn, Mitch Marner’s elite playmaking prowess, the chemistry between O’Reilly, Marner and John Tavares, and Sheldon Keefe’s long-term plans for the second line. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin break down the first two episodes of Netflix’s new Full Swing docuseries. They share their thoughts on the editorial composition of each episode and the complex circumstances surrounding Brooks Koepka’s exit from the PGA Tour. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:55)! 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

51 min listen

Will Dubas Strike Again? w/ Jeff Marek + What’s Up Wednesday!: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek discussing Ryan O’Reilly’s big night against Buffalo, his future beyond this season, if Kyle Dubas will look to make another move before next Friday’s deadline, the Blues’ reported interest in Timo Meier, and Patrick Kane’s uncertain future ahead of the deadline. Later, it’s the return of What’s Up Wednesday (26:43)! Ailish and Justin dive through a series of topics, including the XFL’s quirky rule changes, the Blue Jays’ optimal batting order, and Anthony Edwards’ critique of load management. 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

Putting the Leafs’ Puzzle Together w/ Jason Bukala + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Jason Bukala, former NHL scout and current Sportsnet analyst, stops by to discuss the Leafs improving their toughness and blue line depth, Matthew Knies’ chances of being a factor for Toronto this year, the inner-workings of consummating a trade in the NHL, and what the team is getting in Luke Schenn. Later, we hear from Hall of Famer Phil Housley, who caught up with Ailish and Justin yesterday to discuss his experience coaching Jake McCabe in Buffalo (23:06). We wrap things up by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line (35:32)! 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. by The FAN Pregame

49 min listen

Do the Leafs Need Goaltending Help? w/ Anthony Stewart + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Anthony Stewart to discuss Ryan O’Reilly’s acclimation to his new team, John Tavares’ move to the wing, Noel Acciari’s value to the bottom six, his level of concern about Toronto’s goaltending, and the Oilers’ biggest needs at the trade deadline. Later, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (25:43)! Ailish and Justin tee up tonight’s Raptors-Pelicans game and assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay. 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

Keeping Up in the Atlantic w/ Nick Kypreos + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to discuss the Bruins’ acquisition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway, if the Leafs should be in the market for another blue liner, Tampa’s situation heading into the trade deadline, the volatility of Matthew Knies’ current trade value, how Toronto currently stacks up against Tampa and Boston, and the Rangers’ renewed interest in Patrick Kane. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (28:51)! Ailish and Justin tee up the betting odds for tonight’s Leafs-Wild game, before assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay with the help of the text-line. 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

Leafs Deadline Preview w/ Elliotte Friedman + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Elliotte Friedman joins the show to discuss his expectations for today’s trade deadline, where Kyle Dubas might still be looking to add, Matt Murray potentially returning on Saturday, why the Flames are a major swing team, how Dallas’ deal for Max Domi came together, and why many teams have soured on John Klingberg. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin head to the text-line to indulge in some mock trades from our listeners, before assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay (27:02)! 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

Dubas’ Proactive Approach w/ Pierre McGuire + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, former NHL executive Pierre McGuire joins the show to discuss Kyle Dubas’ aggressive approach ahead of the trade deadline, Jake McCabe’s injury history, the Lightning’s steep acquisition cost for Tanner Jeannot, and the Eastern Conference arms race. Next up, Sportsnet’s Peter Galindo stops by to chat about Dr. Nick Bontis resigning as President of Canada Soccer (23:50). Later on, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our Wake and Rake parlay (37:55). 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. by The FAN Pregame

47 min listen

MLB Pitch Clock Rollout and Kikuchi's Outlook w/ Shi Davidi: On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Shi Davidi checks in from Dunedin to discuss his takeaways from the Blue Jays’ opening weekend of Grapefruit League action, Yusei Kikuchi’s encouraging outing on Saturday, Nate Pearson’s outlook, Addison Barger’s growing stock within the Jays’ farm system, the early returns on MLB’s new pitch clock, and Don Mattingly’s influence in his first camp with Toronto. Later, Ailish and Justin present their biggest winners and losers from the weekend (29:06). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

51 min listen

NHL Expansion and McDavid Magic w/ Mark Messier + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Mark Messier, Hockey Hall of Famer and current ESPN analyst, to discuss the Maple Leafs’ active trade deadline, Ryan O’Reilly’s intangibles on and off the ice, if Boston can maintain their current level of dominance, the Rangers loading up, Connor McDavid’s historic season, and the possibility of NHL expansion. Later, Sam McKee - friend of the show - stops by to tee up the betting lines for this weekend’s PGA Players Championship (27:07)! Then, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay! 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. by The FAN Pregame

49 min listen

McDavid Dazzles + Keefe Calls Out His Leafs: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ loss to the Oilers on Wednesday, potential concerns about Auston Matthews, Connor McDavid’s historic season, first impressions of the Leafs’ newcomers, Justin Holl’s adventurous night, and Sheldon Keefe calling out his team after the game. Then, Ailish and Justin weigh in on the Senators’ acquisition of Jakob Chychrun and the underwhelming return headed back to Arizona. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (44:39). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

50 min listen

The Poeltl Show, Air Boucher, and Boston's Big Splash: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Raptors’ win over the Pelicans, Chris Boucher’s epic dunk, Jakob Poeltl’s invaluable contributions on both ends of the floor, the unique synergy between Poeltl and Pascal Siakam, the Bruins’ acquisition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway from the Washington Capitals, and if the Leafs will respond with a trade of their own. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List, including the debut of Friday Fill (40:38). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

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Blue Jays Lineup Balance with Dan Shulman + E.J.'s 2nd Half Outlook: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ernie Johnson, longtime host of Inside the NBA, stopping by to discuss his experience covering All-Star Weekend in Utah, Mac McClung’s scintillating performance in the dunk contest, the Raptors’ outlook for the remainder of the regular season, Kyrie Irving’s fit alongside Luka Doncic, and LeBron James’ quest to elevate the Lakers back into playoff contention. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Dan Shulman to chat about MLB’s new rule changes, how the pitch clock will impact pace of play, the Blue Jays’ concerted effort to craft a more balanced lineup, Jose Berrios tinkering with his mechanics, and the current group of national title contenders in NCAA men’s basketball (27:16). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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Dubas Strikes Again!: On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ acquisition of Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty from Chicago, Kyle Dubas going all in with his draft capital, where McCabe and Lafferty might fit in the Leafs’ lineup, Matthew Knies’ chances of cracking this roster, and if Toronto should be in the market for another goaltender. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (46:46). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

53 min listen

Arizona’s Cap Antics w/ Jeff Marek + Who Should Play with Rielly?: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Jeff Marek stopping by to chat about his expectations for deadline day, Arizona’s cap shenanigans, Jonathan Quick’s contentious departure from Los Angeles, and which player has been the most important acquisition thus far. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Anthony Stewart to discuss the Senators’ playoff chase, the quest to find Morgan Rielly’s blue line partner, Auston Matthews’ recent struggles, the potential of Calgary becoming a seller, and Boston’s movies thus far (24:00). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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What Will Dubas Do Next? w/ Jackie Redmond + A Calgary Takeover!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Jackie Redmond, host for NHL Network and rinkside reporter for TNT, joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs’ plethora of moves over the past two weeks, the team’s current goaltending situation, Kyle Dubas going all-in with his job on the line, the excitement in New York surrounding Patrick Kane’s impending Rangers debut, and Jakob Chychrun’s fit with the Ottawa Senators. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin connect with our friends George Rusic and Matt Rose from Sportsnet 960 to chat about the Flames’ season thus far, tonight’s Leafs-Flames matchup, and Calgary’s priorities ahead of tomorrow’s trade deadline (29:16). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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NHL Rumour Mill w/ David Pagnotta + Jays Add Click: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with David Pagnotta, editor-in-chief of The Fourth Period, stopping by to discuss the Leafs’ acquisition cost for Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty, the Bruins’ interest in both of those players, if Kyle Dubas is poised to make more moves like this, Patrick Kane’s likely move to the Rangers, and other names to monitor ahead of Friday’s trade deadline. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi to chat about the Blue Jays’ hiring of former Astros GM James Click, Nate Pearson’s potential role this season, and how players are adjusting to MLB’s new pitch clock (26:22). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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Blue Jays Make Peace With Their History + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Jeff Blair, co-host of Blair and Barker, checks in to discuss Jose Bautista being named to the Blue Jays’ Level of Excellence, the universal impact of Bautista’s iconic bat flip homer, Edwin Encarnacion’s involvement as a guest coach at Jays spring training, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. withdrawing from the WBC, and Jose Berrios’ spring thus far. Later, with the help of the text-line, Ailish and Justin assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay (26:23). 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. by The FAN Pregame

46 min listen

A Dance With the Devils + Scott Foster's Reputation: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Bryce Salvador, former Devils captain and current MSG Networks analyst, to discuss New Jersey’s impressive season thus far, Lindy Ruff rebuilding positive cache with the Devils fan base, the addition of Timo Meier and the chances he stays long-term, Jack Hughes’ ascent, and Tom Fitzgerald’s history of drafting well. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Alvin Williams to chat about Scottie Barnes’ ejection on Monday night, his personal encounters with Scott Foster during his NBA career, the Raptors’ success against Nikola Jokic, and the team’s level of play since acquiring Jakob Poeltl at the trade deadline (26:17). 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. by The FAN Pregame

47 min listen

Nylander Levels Up w/ Hailey Salvian + Wake and Rake!: On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Hailey Salvian, host of Hockey Central on Sportsnet 960 The FAN, joins the show to discuss Michael Bunting’s strong performance on Tuesday night, his demotion to the third line, William Nylander’s consistency this season, the Leafs’ current blue line situation, Morgan Rielly playing a sheltered role, and if Ilya Samsonov has established himself as the team’s Game 1 playoff starter. Afterwards, it’s time for the Wake and Rake (29:02)! Ailish and Justin introduce a new season-long golf segment where they draft 2 favourites, a mid-tier contender, and a longshot for every PGA tournament. Then, with the help of the text-line, we assemble our daily Wake and Rake parlay! 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. by The FAN Pregame

48 min listen

Did VanVleet Go Too Far? + Will Ryu or Pearson Be a Factor in 2023?: Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Donnovan Bennett, host of Going Deep, stopping by to discuss Fred VanVleet’s explosive comments about Ben Taylor, the Raptors’ widespread reputation as a team that constantly complains about officiating, the emotions of watching Kawhi Leonard dominate his former team, the Raptors’ lack of offensive cohesion, and the potential of the WNBA expanding to Toronto. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling to chat about the significance of Jose Berrios’ participation in the World Baseball Classic, Alek Manoah’s ramp up to the 2023 season, the Jays’ cautious approach with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and if Nate Pearson or Hyun-Jin Ryu will have a bigger impact in 2023 (26:20). 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. by The FAN Pregame

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Schenn's Debut, Leafs Deadline Pulse, and Bruins Get Busy: Happy deadline day! On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Maple Leafs’ 2-1 win over the Flames, Luke Schenn’s debut, first impressions of Erik Gustafsson, and if the Leafs need to make another move ahead of today’s 3 pm ET deadline. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Bruins’ acquisition of Tyler Bertuzzi, David Pastrnak signing an eight-year extension to remain in Boston, and the Raptors’ rough loss in Washington. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (44:05). 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 affiliate by The FAN Pregame

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Mile High Champs, Murray's Moment, and VanVleet Opts Out

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