The FAN Pregame

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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.

Eagles vs. Chiefs with Arash Madani
Yesterday at 12:05 AM

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by teeing up Super Bowl 59 this weekend. They welcome Sportsnet’s Arash Madani (10:02) live from NOLA to tee up the Chiefs/Eagles matchup, discuss the legacies on the line for the game’s biggest stars, and much more. Then, Shayna Goldman (32:02) joins the show to discuss who could be called up as injury replacements at the Four Nations, recapping some of the big trades around the NHL as of late, and much more!

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A Frank Assessment on the NBA Trade Deadline with Isola
Last Friday at 12:02 AM

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by recapping the NBA Trade deadline with Frank Isola (6:07). They discuss the Raptors acquiring Brandon Ingram, the Jimmy Butler trade, the KD trade saga, how the Cavs look following their deadline moves, the Lakers' future outlook, and more. Then, Frank Seravalli (26:26) joins the show to discuss the rumours surrounding a potential Dylan Cozens trade, the Four Nations Face-Off, an NHL awards update, and more. Then, to close out the show, Vivek Jacob (41:15) breaks down how the Raps faired at the trade deadline. 

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NBA Deadline Eve + Fernández Leaves Team Canada
Last Thursday at 12:01 AM

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show with Jonny Lazarus (1:32) live from MSG to tee up tonight’s Bruins/Rangers matchup. They discuss how the Rangers' recent play, J.T. Miller's fit back in with New York, the team's playoff chances, defenceman that could be on their way to the Rangers at the deadline, and much more. Then, Michael Grange (25:38) joins the show to discuss Jordi Fernández announcing that he is leaving the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team. Then, they discuss what we can expect from the Raptors ahead of tomorrow’s NBA trade deadline includi...


The International Stage + NHL Award Politics with Chris Pronger
Last Wednesday at 12:02 AM

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with HHOF defenceman Chris Pronger (1:24). They discuss his experience representing his country ahead of the Four Nations Face-off, Pietrangelo’s decision to withdraw from the tournament, the NHL cap rising, his thoughts on NHL award trends, and much more. Then, Luke Fox (30:11) joins the show to tee up tonight’s Leafs matchup against the Calgary Flames. They discuss what Marner’s absence could mean for the lineup, the significance of the upcoming break for Max Domi and Morgan Rielly, and much more. 

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Making Sense Of the Luka/AD Blockbuster With Tim Reynolds and Joseph Casciaro
Last Tuesday at 12:02 AM

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off breaking down how the Luka Dončić blockbuster will impact NBA trade deadline week. Tim Reynolds (9:37) joins the conversation to discuss the most unexpected move he has witnessed in his career. They get into the varying perspectives of the trade once the initial shock has cleared, how the Mavs viewed Luka long-term, the secrecy involved in the deal, the latest on the Warriors' pursuit of a star, Butler’s future, and more. Later, Joseph Casciaro (32:27) shares his thoughts on the deal as well as the Kings trading De'Aaron Fox to the Spur...


Raptors Turning Point + Breaking Down The Flames-Flyers Trade
02/01/2025

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing the NHL’s cap expecting to rise and Brandon Saad signing with the Vegas Golden Knights. Then, Sportsnet's Blake Murphy joins the show live from Scotiabank Arena to tee up tonight’s matchup between the Bulls and Raptors, Toronto's five-game win streak, a Raptors trade deadline primer, and more (9:00). Later on, Ailish and Justin break down the Calgary Flames acquiring forwards Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for Andrei Kuzmenko and two draft picks. They welcome Sportsnet's Eric Francis on to get his thoughts on how...


Blue Jays Land Max Scherzer
01/31/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays offseason improves by signing veteran pitcher Max Scherzer on a 1-year contract. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert on the show to discuss what Scherzer brings to the roster and whether there's more additions to come (4:50). Then, Sportsnet's Mike Futa stops by to evaluate Drew Doughty’s season debut last night, if he should replace Alex Pietrangelo at 4 Nations Face-Off, why he's Hockey Canada’s darling, if Brandt Clark could be on his way out of L.A., and much more. Steve Kouleas of Sirius XM NHL Network Radio makes an appearance to b...


Utah HC Narrows in on Next Name
01/29/2025

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the three finalists for Utah HC’s next team name. Then, Gord Stellick (30:40) joins the show to tee up the Leafs' matchup against the Wild and break down Max Domi’s goal streak, the Leafs' health status heading into the Four Nations Face-off, who could replace Pietrangelo on Team Canada, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin end things off by teeing up the Raptors' matchup against the Wizards. 

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Raptors' Deadline Runway
01/29/2025

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the Jim Rutherford bombshell surrounding Pettersson/Miller and what comes next for Van City. Then, Aaron Rose (11:14) joins the show to discuss the latest Raptors rumours including the links to Brandon Ingram. They discuss RJ Barrett’s future in Toronto, how the Raptors will approach the deadline, and much more. Next, Jesse Granger (30:45) joins the show to tee up tonight’s Stars/Vegas contest and discuss the history between the two clubs, if we can expect a playoff matchup between the two sides, Jack Eichel’s trophy candidacy, the best g...


Seravalli Talks Rantanen Trade + NFL Conference Championship Reaction
01/28/2025

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli to break down the Carolina Hurricanes landing Avs superstar Mikko Rantanen in a blockbuster trade over the weekend. They discuss the big deal and what is next for the Hurricanes, how the Canucks are impacted on the trade front, the ripple effect of Alex Pietrangelo withdrawing from the 4 Nations Face-Off, and much more. Then, Mike Golic Jr. (24:37) joins the show to recap the NFL Conference Championship games, tee up the Super Bowl matchup between the Eagles and Chiefs with a three-peat on the line, and the future of...