The FAN Morning Show

Blue Jays: One of the Best Teams in Baseball

Ben & Brent focus on the Blue Jays as they preview the weekend series against the Dodgers, featuring a Hall of Fame pitching matchup. They invite Jeff Blair to discuss what the series reveals about Toronto’s starters and the impressive seasons of Vlad Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette. To wrap up, Anthony Castrovince (28:43) from MLB.com & MLB Network shares insights on the Blue Jays' strengths, their entertainment value, and the impact of acquiring Shane Bieber at the deadline.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.

Mboko Magic + Jays-Dodgers: A Potential WS Preview

Ben & Brent discuss Vicky Mboko following her impressive NBO win, joined by SI’s Jon Wertheim to explore her rise in tennis and current ranking ahead of the U.S. Open. They also touch on Naomi Osaka’s career trajectory. Later, they briefly cover the NFL preseason, debating Joe Burrow's potential risks, and preview the Blue Jays’ weekend series against the Dodgers as a possible World Series matchup, along with an update on Alek Manoah's season status (22:11).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.

Allez Vicky: Tennis Has Its New Star

Ben & Brent kick off by discussing tennis' rising star, Canadian Victoria Mboko, who recently captured her first WTA title at the National Bank Open in Montreal. They highlight her impressive tournament run and composure on the court, expressing optimism for her future. The hosts also touch on Naomi Osaka’s conduct during and after the match and analyze Paul Skenes' situation with the Pirates, questioning whether his career is being wasted. They wrap up by speculating if something in the NHL 26 trailer is meant to troll Leafs fans (32:42).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 affiliate.

Making It in the Majors with Chris Colabello

Ben and Brent wrap up the show with baseball talk, focusing on the American League standings. They invite MLB Network's Adnan Virk to discuss the Blue Jays' historic hitting series in Colorado and their upcoming matchup with the Dodgers. The conversation shifts to the A.L. East, highlighting what the Jays need to succeed against the Yankees and Red Sox. To finish, former Blue Jay Chris Colabello (22:00) shares his insights on player comfort at the Major League level and team chemistry, comparing this year's roster to the 2015 team.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.

Returning Blue Jays Concerns

Ben and Brent reset on the Blue Jays to start the second hour. On an off day, the hosts dive into a couple players currently on the injured list and inquire about when they may return. The duo start with George Springer, who is still waiting to get into a rehab game, and wonder if it’s the team just being cautious or if should we start to be concerned about the delay. They look at how important he has he been to the Jays this season and discuss if a layoff could set back his resurgent season. B&B then get into Andrés Giménez, who also should be returning soon, and debate where he fits, his role on this team, and if he could disrupt the good vibes of the position players in the lineup now. To close the hour, the a.m. boys check in with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (24:45). The insider share his thoughts on the injured Jays, before discussing the questions Toronto has about their playoff rotation and Roman Anthony's contract extension in Boston.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.