The FAN Pregame

Feb 28 2025 600 ep. 49 mins 108
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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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Getting Set for the Stadium Series + Steph’s Last Dance?

Feb 28 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Greg Wyshynski (1:11) of ESPN to tee up the Stadium Series matchup between the Red Wings and Blue Jackets, tee up the trade deadline, the Oilers struggles as of late, the biggest name he expects to be moved by next week, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss what the Leafs will have to depart with in order to make a sp

Oilers Looking for Motivation in SCF Rematch

Feb 27 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by breaking down tonight’s Stanley Cup Rematch. Then, Meaghan Mikkelson (10:22) joins the show to discuss the Flames' plans ahead of the deadline, Dustin Wolf’s excellence between the pipes for Calgary, and much more. Later, Mark Spector (29:07) tees up tonight’s Stanley Cup rematch between the Oilers and Panthers, the team's

Jets, Sens & Trade Deadline Stakes

Feb 26 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing Nick Kypreos’ NHL Trade Board on Sportsnet.ca. Then, Sara Orlesky joins the show (14:10) to discuss the Jets win streak heading into tonight’s matchup in the nation’s capital, Mark Scheifele’s performance this season, and more. Later, former Ottawa Senator and Co-Host of the Coming In Hot” Podcast, Jason York

Scherzer's Spring Debut + Oilers Stumble Out of 4 Nations Break

Feb 25 2025 24 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by discussing Matthew Tkachuk’s interview with Jimmy Fallon and Max Scherzer’s Jays spring training debut. Then, EJ Hradek (8:53) of NHL Network joins the show to discuss the impact the Four Nations has had on the American market, the Oilers' play following the break, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this po

Toronto Tempo's Targets with GM Monica Wright Rogers

Feb 24 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli (0:33). They settle their Four Nations bet and recap the tournament, discussing how America has grown as a hockey nation, what worked from the tourney and what will be changed. Then, they discuss the Tkachuk brothers and Brady’s future in Canada’s Capital, if there is a chance we could see the Schenn brother

Dua and Amber Recap Canada’s 4 Nations Victory

Feb 21 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off reacting to Canada’s 4 Nations victory over the US. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua joins the show (10:40) to discuss her takeaways from covering the 4 Nations Face-Off and following team Canada throughout the tournament. Later, Sportsnet's David Amber makes an appearance (27:50) to recap the NHL’s first best-on-best tournament in al

4 Nations Final Forecast with Elliotte Friedman and Luke Gazdic

Feb 20 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Elliotte Friedman live from TD Gardens ahead of the Four Nations Face-Off Final between Canada and the U.S.A. (1:20). They discuss the mood in Boston ahead of the championship game, what the lineups will look like, the relationship between Binnington and Hellebuyck, the impact the tournament has had on the growth of the sport a

USA vs. Canada Hockey History

Feb 19 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ron MacLean (0:57) to tee up tomorrow’s Four Nations Final between Canada and the U.S. He shares takeaways from the tournament so far, goes down memory lanes from past international hockey events, and much more. Then, former USA Olympian and Stanley Cup Champion Brian Gionta joins the show (30:33). He discusses his experience

Vladdy's Blue Jays Future in the Balance

Feb 18 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the latest surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s future after the Jays missed his self-imposed negotiation deadline on Monday. Then, Jason Bukala (10:07) joins the show to discuss how he has evaluated Canada's and America’s rosters as the two sides are set to face off on Thursday night. They discuss the rivalry betwe

4 Nations Final Set + Vladdy’s Decision Down to the Wire w/ Shi Davidi

Feb 17 2025 49 mins  
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with the 4 Nations Face-Off Finals set with Canada and the U.S. ready to do battle once again. Liam McHugh of TNT joins the show to tee up the matchup and discuss how the tournament has attracted more American fans. Then, with Vladdy’s self-set contract deadline with the Blue Jays coming up tomorrow, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (29:0