Game Play: Recent Episodes
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Airing daily from 2-4pm and hosted by Matthew Cauz, Game Play is Canada’s first daily sports talk show focused on sports betting and fantasy that provides listeners with the inside edge on every sport's latest lines, greatest prop bets and up-to-date information.
Senior Writer for Daily Faceoff, Matt Larkin joins Game Play to chat about Mitch Marner’s two-way dominance, where Auston Matthews fits in the lineup when he returns, why Bobby McMann is here to stay, Ryan Reaves’ ‘cut and dry’ suspension, how Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals are surpassing expectations and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about what makes Auston Matthews’ absence so bizarre, John Tavares’ hockey IQ and McDavid hitting another milestone.
Covers Betting Analyst, Josh Inglis joins Game Play to chat about his expectations for Paul vs. Tyson, NHL betting trends, his NFL best bets, why Josh Allen might struggle without Dalton Kincaid, finding value with the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs and more.
Michael “Pinball” Clemons joins Game Play to chat about the Grey Cup experience in Vancouver, the travelling Argos fans, how the Argos can overcome Chad Kelly’s absence, his belief in Nick Arbuckle, Ryan Hunter’s importance to the Argos and more
Domenic Padula joins Game Play to chat about Maple Leafs betting trends, his best bets for Leafs vs Capitals, the Cavaliers’ perfect start, why bettors don’t believe in the Cavs or the Winnipeg Jets, why NFL futures are different than other sports and more.
Former NHLer Devante Smith-Pelly joins Game Play to chat about what’s behind the Leafs’ inconsistency, how Alexander Ovechkin stays motivated, Ovechkin’s ‘insane’ longevity, why everything is clicking for the Washington Capitals, what Lars Eller brings to the Capitals and more.
SPORTSRADIO 94WIP Host, Howard Eskin joins Game Play to chat about why he doesn’t think Joel Embiid is a ‘winner’, the criticism surrounding Embiid in Philadelphia, how Nick Nurse is handling the controversy in Philadelphia, the lack of communication from 76ers ownership and more.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about the Leafs’ ‘cautious’ approach with Auston Matthews, contract speculation around Matthew Knies and Mitch Marner, Max Domi prioritising defence, Nick Robertson’s goal scoring struggles and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at some of the flawed athletes across the sports landscape.
Former CFLer and CFL on TSN Analyst, Matt Dunigan joins Game Play to chat about Chad Kelly’s return to the Eastern Final, Ryan Dinwiddie’s impressive play calling and what to expect from the Blue Bombers.
Former Maple Leaf, Peter Holland joins Game Play to chat about positive signs for the Maple Leafs’ power play, how the Core Four is finding maturity through struggles and why Toronto should exercise caution with Auston Matthews.
ESPN NFL Analyst, Herm Edwards joins Game Play to chat about Derrick Henry’s longevity, the desperation of the Bengals and QB development issues across the NFL.
Argos Cornerback, Tarvarus McFadden joins Game Play to chat about his touchdown against the Redblacks, the Argos’ ‘next man up’ attitude, fighting through adversity and if Toronto is looking for revenge against against the Alouettes
NBA Content Creator, Matthew Geist joins Game Play to chat about developing winning habits while losing, trade options for Jakob Poeltl, his level of concern for the Nuggets, Nikola Jokic’s mind-blowing numbers, if the Bucks can be saved, a nightmare season for the 76ers so far and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at some of the standout performances from older players across sports.
ESPN NHL Reporter, Kristen Shilton joins Game Play to chat about why the Leafs are favoured against the Bruins, expectations for Max Domi as a 1C, what makes Toronto’s power play struggles so shocking and more.
Co-Host of The Athletic Football Show, Derrik Klaasen joins Game Play to chat about how Deandre Hopkins compliments Mahomes and the Chiefs, if Za’Darius Smith moves the needle for Lions, the trade deadline approach for the Cowboys, how the Ravens and Lamar Jackson continue to get better and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at sports rules he would change or enact.
Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Fantasy, Aaron Schatz joins Game Play to chat about the ever-changing race for NFL MVP, how Derrick Henry continues to defy expectations, what Patrick Mahomes’ decline means for the Chiefs, Jared Goff’s role in the Lions’ success and more.
TSN Basketball Analyst, Leo Rautins joins Game Play to chat about why Vince Carter’s impact is worthy of a jersey retirement, what Carter’s complicated legacy means to fans, RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick stepping up in big moments and more.
TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Colour Commentator, Jim Ralph joins Game Play to chat about the Maple Leafs’ overtime errors this season, how Berube’s structure impacts Auston Matthews’ production, solutions for Toronto’s PP struggles, positive takeaways from back-to-back losses and more
In today's Opening Thought, Matt reflects on the lessons he learned last weekend in sports.
Toronto Argonauts Defensive Lineman, Ralph Holley joins Game Play to chat about the Argos’ stacked D-line, the importance of trust in football and his favourite sack celebration.
Documentary Producer, Colin Barnicle joins Game Play to chat about how baseball has changed over the years, candid interviews from Pedro Martinez and David Ortiz, why Alex Rodriguez was ‘enemy number one’ in 2004, how the Red Sox overcame the ‘Curse of the Bambino’ and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about William Nylander ‘backing up his words’, why depth scoring is crucial for Craig Berube and Timothy LIljegren’s tenure as a Leaf.
Host VSiN Primetime, Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to chat about Cleveland Cavaliers’ place in the Eastern Conference, the long-term outlook for the Toronto Raptors, the Boston Celtics’ chances of being a 70-win team, how the Celtics are finding motivation, power plays and fighting in basketball and more.
Co-Founder of Just Baseball Media, Peter Appel joins Game Play to chat about why the Yankees needed to be perfect at ‘the little things’, what makes the Dodgers so dominant, why the fifth inning was the ‘nail in the coffin’ for the Yankees, Gerrit Cole’s part in two epic collapses and more.
Senior MLB Writer, Andy McCullough joins Game Play to chat about the wild 5th inning in Game 5, Dave Roberts’ decision-making in the World Series, why Aaron Judge continues to struggle in the Postseason, Freddie Freeman’s ‘well-deserved’ World Series MVP and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the scariest possibilities in Toronto sports and how current sports stars relate to horror movie characters.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about Scottie Barnes' injury timeline, the Raptors' search for continuity and Nick Nurse's frustration in Philadelphia.
ESPN Senior NHL Writer, Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to chat about the Oilers' Stanley Cup Final hangover, level of concern for the Bruins and the offensive surge across the NHL.
Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello joins Game Play to chat about his craziest fan interaction moments, the interfering Yankees fans in Game 4, Shohei Ohtani’s impact for the remainder of the series, how Aaron Judge should approach Game 5, Gerrit Cole’s mentality and handling emotions when facing a series deficit.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the Yankees' chances of a World Series historic comeback.
Media Reporter for The Athletic, Richard Deitsch joins Game Play to chat about the viewership numbers from the World Series so far, why the NFL is such a ‘juggernaut’, what a World Series sweep would mean for baseball and sports media, the fan reaction to Aaron Judge’s struggles, how the upcoming U.S election and sports are intersecting and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Aaron Judge’s struggles in the World Series and the rest of the sports hardship in New York right now.
Former MLB Outfielder, Ryan Spilborghs joins Game Play to chat about the emotions behind Freddie Freeman’s walk-off home run, Aaron Boone’s decision making in the World Series, what’s behind Aaron Judge’s struggles, the emotion at Yankee Stadium, why there could be a ‘Yankee funeral’ tomorrow and more.
Senior Producer and Host for the Winnipeg Jets, Sara Orlesky joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Bombers’ incredible win over the Alouettes, her expectations for the Winnipeg Jets at the start of the season, the Jets’ perfect start, how the Jets have changed this season, takeaways from previous playoff exits, how the Jets are finding offence and the atmosphere at Maple Leafs-Jets games.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks ahead to tonight's sports equinox and some best bets to go with it.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about Craig Berube’s message to the Matthews line, what’s behind the Maple Leafs’ power play struggles, potential changes to the power play, Joseph Woll’s return, what these losses mean long-term, the outlook in the Atlantic Division and more.
Senior MLB Writer for The Athletic, Eno Sarris joins Game Play to chat about why relievers get worse in the Postseason, Juan Soto’s biggest strength, why Shohei Ohtani is such a threat in a seven-game playoff series, the pressure on Aaron Judge, Ohtani overcoming a lack of Postseason experience and more.
In Matt's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Tua Tagovailoa's pending return and how fans should approach it.
TSN Betting Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about why the Raptors are so hard to predict this season, Immanuel Quickley’s chances of winning Most Improved Player, his dark horse to win NBA MVP, Victor Wembanyama’s defensive dominance and the mystery surrounding Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Co-Host of the Leafs Morning Take and Former NHLer, Jay Rosehill joins Game Play to chat about the accountability that Craig Berube brings, his takeaways from the 6-2 loss to the Blue Jackets, the Maple Leafs’ identity, how he expects Toronto to respond and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look what's ahead for the Toronto Raptors and what he wants to see from their young core.
ESPN Radio Play-by-Play Announcer, Marc Kestecher joins Game Play to chat about the Jrue Holiday’s importance to the Boston Celtics, the outlook for the contenders in the Eastern Conference, if the Knicks can finally end their Championship drought, excitement around the OKC Thunder and more.
TSN Senior Betting Analyst, Domenic Padula joins Game Play to chat about the race for NFL Regular Season MVP, Jordan Mason’s projections against the Dallas Cowboys, Jared Goff’s name entering the MVP conversation, how the Detriot Lions built a contender, his best bets for tonight’s action and more.
Senior Writer for The Athletic NHL, Aaron Portzline joins Game Play to chat about how the Columbus Blue Jackets have handled the emotions of Johnny Gaudreau’s passing, how Sean Monahan has been a ‘guiding force” for the Blue Jackets’ locker room, how the on-ice product for the Blue Jackets has changed and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the biggest NBA storylines as the 2024-25 season tips-off.
Stathletes CEO and Co-Founder, Meghan Chayka joins Game Play to chat about jumping to conclusions based on sample sizes, her biggest Leafs’ takeaways, why there’s reasons to worry about the Avalanche, why Calgary’s 4-0 start isn’t too surprising, Matvei Michkov’s impact, the impressive longevity of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin and more.
Fox Sports MLB Writer, Rowan Kavner joins Game Play to chat about the defining moment in Game 3 between Guardians and Yankees, Jhonkensy Noel’s introduction to MLB fans, how Cleveland have flown under the radar despite their talent, the Mets’ disappointing pitching in the NLCS, why the Yankees should still be favoured ahead of Game 4 and more.
OverDrive Co-Host, Jamie McLennan joins Game Play to chat about the ‘reset’ of the NHL goaltender market, why having a ‘difference maker’ in net is so important in the playoffs, what makes the Maple Leafs’ defensive structure so effective so far, the long-term outlook in the crease for the Leafs and more.
ESPN Senior Baseball Writer, David Schoenfield joins Game Play to chat about the importance of great ownership in MLB, what the Blue Jays need to do to be competitive in the AL, the remarkable Postseason pitching from the Dodgers, Giancarlo Stanton’s value to the Yankees, the most impressive part of the Yankees’ Postseason run so far, the chances of a Cleveland Guardians comeback, the resilience of the New York Mets and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at a potential collision between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.
Jesse Rogers, baseball writer for ESPN, joined the show to discuss how big it was for the Yankees to have Aaron Judge hit a home run in game two, why the Guardians will likely have to score lots of runs to win the series, and why Mets home games feel different than Dodgers games.
The voice of the Maple Leafs, Joe Bowen, joined Game Play to discuss the Leafs physical game and defence under Berube, the struggles on the power play, and the impact Oliver Ekman-Larsson can have on it.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at upcoming NFL trade deadline and who should be on the move
Senior Writer for The Athletic joins Game Play to chat about Amari Cooper going from Deshaun Watson to Josh Allen, the thin margins for the Buffalo Bills, the arms race in the AFC East, the arrogance of Jerry Jones, the missed offseason opportunities by the Dallas Cowboys, why Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are finding success and more.
ESPN New York Radio Host, Alan Hahn joins Game Play to chat about the biggest X-factor for the New Jersey Devils, if Davante Adams moves the needle for the New York Jets, why Adams is a ‘security’ blanket’ for Aaron Rodgers, new concerns for the Jets, why the New York Mets are playing with ‘house money’, and the pressure facing Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees.
Toronto Maple Leafs Writer for The Athletic, Jonas Siegel joins Game Play to chat about Chris Tanev’s impact, Oliver Ekman-Larrson’s ‘calm presence’, how Craig Berube is making life easier for Leafs goaltenders, why the powerplay isn’t a concern yet, the uncertain future of Timothy Liljegren and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the sports storylines you might've missed over the Thanksgiving weekend.
TSN Hockey Analyst, Cheryl Pounder joins Game Play to chat about Nick Robertson’s underrated impact, why the third and fourth lines found so much success, Craig Berube’s brand of ‘ hot and heavy hockey’, Bobby McMann staking a claim on the fourth line, what’s behind the Leafs’ PP struggles and more.
Fantasy and Betting Analyst for The Athletic, John Laghezza joins Game Play to chat about the compelling pitching matchup in Game 5 between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers, the magical Mets run, how the schedule impacts MLB Postseason betting, what’s stopping Aaron Rodgers from finding consistency, what to watch for in Week 6, Jordan Love’s impact and why he expects to the Houston Texans to take care of business against the New England Patriots.
National NHL Writer for The Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about why the Leafs are capable of winning the Presidents’ Trophy, his projections for the 2024-25 Maple Leafs, the biggest risers and fallers in his NHL projections, why he expects Auston Matthews to score, Chris Tanev’s importance to the Leafs blueline, the level of panic among the Leafs fan base and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about early signs of Joseph Woll’s injury, Craig Berube’s confidence in Woll’s health, the long-term outlook on Woll’s health, what to expect from Max Pacioretty, Matthews Knies’ consistency on the first line, what’s next for William Nylander and more.
Managing Editor & Senior Writer at Daily Faceoff, Matt Larkin joins Game Play to chat about the shift in the NHL goaltending market, big-picture concerns for Joseph Woll, if the Leafs are ‘different’ enough to contend in the playoffs, the most underrated aspect of Chris Tanev’s game, the fantasy comparison between Auston Matthews and Leon Draisaitl, the biggest threat in the Atlantic Divison and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt puts the playoffs to the side and focuses on nine of the biggest regular season Leafs storylines ahead of Toronto’s season opener.
TSN Betting Producer, Shaun Sinclair joins Game Play to chat about the Edmonton Oilers’ chances of winning the Stanley Cup, the betting outlook on Sidney Crosby, why he expects Conor Bedard to make a jump in his sophomore season, regular season expectations for the Toronto Maple Leafs, if Auston Matthews can recapture his goal-scoring form, how contract years impact regular season production for stars and more.
TSN Baseball Insider, Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about the Mets’ magical run, the difference in mentality between the Phillies and Mets, the pressure facing the Phillies, what led to the tensions flaring between the Padres and Dodgers, the star power on display in the Postseason, how the Tigers find ways to win, Tarik Skubal’s dominance and more.
Senior NFL Writer for The Athletic, Mike Sando joins Game Play to chat about the sudden firing of Robert Saleh, the New York Jets’ recent history of coaching hires, Josh Allen’s struggles against the Texans, the implications of releasing Deshaun Watson, the impact of bad ownership in the NFL, the concerning most concerning narrative surrounding the 49ers and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt highlights some of the most interesting teams and personalities in the NHL.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Gameplay to chat about his biggest preseason takeaways, Bobby McMann’s struggles, the battle for the third pair spot between Connor Timmins and Timothy Liljegren, the abrupt end to the William Nylander centre experiment, what Auston Matthews has to prove as captain and his overall expectations for the Leafs entering 2024-25.
Former Chiefs Wide Receiver and Chiefs Radio Analyst, Danan Hughes joins Gameplay to chat about the excitement around Kansas City with the Royals’ Postseason run, the star power of Patrick Mahomes, the biggest question mark around the Chiefs, his level of concern for Travis Kelce, what makes Andy Reid’s mindset different, why the Chiefs shouldn’t chase a star receiver on the trade market.
TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Analyst, Anthony Stewart joins Game Play to chat about his belief in Nick Robertson, what it’s like to be on waivers, what makes Stolarz so impressive, his belief in the Maple Leafs’ goaltending tandem, his biggest preseason takeaways and more.
Host of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays joins Game Play to chat about how the Falcons found their groove on offence, what to expect from Jordan Love on his second game back, the biggest question around Sam D’arnold and the Vikings, how the Bears can make things easier for Caleb Williams, how Justin Fields matches up against the Cowboys defence, the level of concern for the Cincinnati Bengals and more.
Co-Host of the Just Baseball Show, Peter Appel joins Game Play to chat about If the Tigers can continue their unprecedented run, why managers will play a big role in the Division Series, how the Guardians can grab the attention of the baseball world, why it’s now or never for the New York Yankees, the Yankees’ dominance against right-handed pitching, Bobby Witt Jr.’s incredible talent, what makes this New York Mets team different from teams of the past, why the Padres are the most talented team in the Postseason and the Dodgers’ fire power.
FanDuel Host and Analyst, Meghan Payton joins Game Play to chat about her best bets for TNF, the biggest key for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield’s redemption arc, Kyle Pitts’ betting outlook, why to avoid big spreads early in the NFL season, Aaron Rodgers’ trust in Allen Lazard, why Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars have underperformed and more.
Former MLB Pitcher, Trevor May joins Game Play to chat about the success of Wild Card teams in recent memory, what makes the Detroit Tigers’ run so rare, AJ Hinch’s involvement in the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal, Tarik Skubal’s dominance, Bobby Witt Jr.’s X-factor and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt imagines a World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees and takes a look at why baseball needs the favourites to win for a change.
TSN Senior Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to chat about why underdogs are finding early success in the NFL season, the biggest betting trends ahead of Week 5, why he expects the Seahawks to cover against the Giants, why expects the Saints to keep things close against the Chiefs, what to expect from Stefon Diggs against the Bills and more.
MLB Network Host, Mike Ferrin joins Game Play to chat about which Wild Card team is facing the most pressure, what to expect from Shohei Ohtani’s Postseason debut, a potential matchup between the Padres and Dodgers, why we see more upsets in the MLB Postseason than other sports and more.
In todays Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the puzzling season and future of the Blue Jays' front office.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about how much the Raptors are embracing a rebuild, the Raptors’ chances at making the Play-In Tournament, previous rebuilds in Toronto, Scottie Barnes’ development, Rajakovic’s ability to overcome adversity and realistic expectations for the Raptors in 2024-25 and more.
TSN Baseball Insider, Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about what it’s like to be a GM during the MLB Postseason, why he thinks the Dodgers are more vulnerable than most think, what he expects to hear from Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro, the behind-the-scenes of locker room champagne celebrations and the biggest offseason challenge facing the Blue Jays and more.
Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Fantasy, Aaron Schatz joins Game Play to chat about why Miami struggles so much without Tua Tagovioloa, Brian Flores’ impact on the Minnesota Vikings, what makes Jayden Daniels so special, the key to the Minnesota Vikings’ success, why the Ravens and Saints are some of the best 2-2 teams, how Derrick Henry continues to dominate, his level of concern for the Chiefs and more.
ESPN NFL Analyst, Herm Edwards joins Game Play to chat about coaching Jayden Daniels, why he’s not surprised at Daniels’ success, what makes Daniels so special, why the Minnesota Vikings have the best coaching staff in the NFL, if Aaron Rodgers can survive the pressure, Derrick Henry’s longevity and how the Baltimore Ravens have found their way offensively.
Writer for the Golf Channel, Brentley Romine joins Game Play to chat about why the Presidents Cup should stay the same, the talent gap between the U.S. and International teams, the energy and antics from Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim, how Xander Shauffele has become ‘the guy’, and the biggest offseason golf storylines.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at all of the action from NFL Sunday and how older players are still finding success.
Golf Talk Canada Co-Host, Adam Scully joins Game Play to chat about a potential comeback for the International Team, Mike Weir’s strategy as captain, why there needs to be more emotion in golf, how golf etiquette is changing and more.
Co-Host of the Gojo and Golic Show, Mike Golic Jr. joins Game Play to chat about the challenges of developing young QB’s, his biggest takeaways from the Cowboys’ victory over the Giants, why Trevor Lawrence’s ability isn’t matching his production, and how Josh Allen and the Bills make football look easy.
Host of OverDrive, Bryan Hayes joins Game Play to chat about rivalries brewing at the Presidents Cup, American dominance in the tournament, O-Dog trying on James Duthie's quarter-zip, comedy in sports media, what makes the Cowboys such a 'soap opera' and Jayden Daniels' 'perfect game' against the Bengals
Baseball Writer for The Athletic, Levi Weaver joins Game Play to chat about John Fisher's greed and failure in Oakland, the fans' complicated relationship with the A's, the decorated history of the Athletics, if the White Sox will make history, the Tigers' improbable run and more.
TSN Football Insider, Dave Naylor joins Game Play to chat about how Josh Allen’s game has changed without Stefon Diggs, the difficulties of playing with superstars, why we’re seeing the best of Josh Allen right now, what’s at stake for the Dallas Cowboys in their game against the Giants, and concerns surrounding the play of Trevor Lawrence and Deshaun Watson.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt reflects on the remarkable history of the Oakland Athletics.
ESPNW Host, Sarah Spain joins Game Play to chat about how A’Ja Wilson matches up against the New York Liberty, controversies around the Las Vegas Aces, what to expect from Caitlin Clark in an elimination game, fan narratives around Caitin Clark, her expectations for Caleb Williams and more.
TSN Senior Betting Analyst, Domenic Padula joins Game Play to chat about Jayden Daniels’ chances at winning Offensive Rookie of the Year, the numbers behind Caleb Williams’ struggles, Josh Allen’s MVP-like start, why the NFC North has been so dominant and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at some of the biggest storylines around the MLB with the playoffs around the corner.
The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show to tell us why he likes the Leafs to get more than 101 points in the regular season. He gives his thoughts on the Tanev-Rielly pairing and which player's ranking has upset fans the most.
NFL writer for The Athletic Austin Mock joins the show to discuss Daniels' outstanding performances in the season's first few weeks. Mock talks about how hard it is to gauge the Chiefs in the regular season and Lawrence's struggles.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt gives his take on how good Jayden Daniels has been in the first three weeks of the NFL season.
ESPN Senior NFL Writer, Kalyn Kahler joins Game Play to chat about Sam Darnold's unexpected revival, how Darnold has turned things around, impressive coaching from Kevin O'Connell and Matt LaFleur, and the controversy around insuring star players in the NFL.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about William Nylander’s potential at centre, how Nylander at centre impacts the rest of the lineup, questions around the Leafs’ third centre, Nick Robertson’s ‘make or break’ season, how John Tavares’ approach might change without the captaincy and more.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about Vince Carter’s complicated legacy in Toronto, Carter’s perception as a villain, how Carter put the Raptors ‘on the map’ and his impact on Canada, the push within the Raptors organization to retire the No. 15, Carter’s jersey retirement in Brooklyn and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt references Bruce Springsteen songs to the biggest storylines from the NFL.
Josh Inglis, Betting Analyst for Covers, joined the show to discuss why he likes Lamar Jackson to find the end zone on Sunday, Patrick Mahomes to have a big game in Atlanta, and why he thinks the Eagles should not be heavy favourites.
Darren Rovell, founder of CLLT Media, joined the show to discuss how much Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball could be worth, what was special about Ohtani's 50th home run ball, and how he and the Dodgers will try to get the ball back.
Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL writer, joined the show to discuss what is different in Leafs training camp from years past, the Wiliam Nylander experience at centre, and the contract statues of Mitch Marner, John Tavares, and Jake McCabe.
NFL writer for the Sporting News Jarrett Bailey joins the show to give his thoughts on the Jets and Patriots. Bailey explains why he’s holding off on jumping on the Darnold bandwagon and how Carr is finding his groove again.
Leafs reporter for The Hockey News David Alter joins us from Leafs camp to discuss Nylander getting an extended look at center, Alter told us what’s different about a Berube camp and a Keefe camp and what surprised him from the first day of on-ice sessions.
TSN Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins the show to talk about the vibe from the opening day of Leafs camp. Masters tells us about Marner shutting down contract talks and Berube committing to Nylander at center.
TSN senior betting analyst Domenic Padula joins the show to discuss how to bet on the Patriots going forward. Padula tells us why he isn't optimistic about the Falcons and how Young wasn't set up for success in Carolina.
Sports media writer for The Athletic Richard Deitsch joins the show to discuss how the MLSE transaction could affect team operations. Deitsch told us what sports fans should look for from this deal and he spoke about Adrian Wojnarowski leaving ESPN.
ESPN Fantasy Football writer Eric Moody joins the show to discuss Hunt's fantasy impact. Moody shares his favourite players to pick up on the waiver wire and players you should target in your league.
Senior editor at the Daily Faceoff Matt Larkin joins the show to discuss Crosby's extension and how the Penguins look heading into the season. Larkin breaks down Ovechkin's chances at breaking the goal-scoring record this season and expectations for Bedard in sophomore season.
NFL Writer for SB Nation JP Acosta joins the show to detail what went wrong for the Eagles. He gives his thoughts on Darnold's start to the season and the Panthers' decision to bench Young.
Eagles writer for The Athletic Brooks Kubena joins the show to detail Barkley's importance to the offense. Kubena tells us what to expect from the Eagles offense without AJ Brown and how Hurts has handled a new schedule.
Penguins reporter for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Matthew Vensel breaks down the Crosby extension. Vensel talks about the Pens' prospects at the rookie tournament in Buffalo and his expectations for Pittsburgh this season.
MLB writer for The Athletic Stephen J. Nesbitt joins the show to talk about Guerrero Jr.'s season. Nesbitt explains the market for Bichette and what the Jays need to do in the offseason.
TSN football insider Dave Naylor joins the show to break down the Argos win over the Lions. Naylor talks about the Bengals' loss to the Chiefs and shares his thoughts on the shocking results in Week 2 in the NFL.
Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk joins us to talk about how Easton Cowan's development is coming along. Feschuk talks about Steven Lorentz, the battle to make the Leafs roster, and what Max Pacioretty could bring to the Leafs.
Senior NHL Writer for the Athletic, Sean Gentille joins Game Play to chat about which team is most likely to break through and end a playoff drought, the outlook for the Penguins, if the Leafs are ‘different enough to compete, how the Chicago Blackhawks are building around Connor Bedard and more.
TSN Edge Producer, Shaun Sinclair on the Stanley Cup chances for the Colorado Avalanche and New Jersey Devils, why the Oilers will eventually breakthrough, Sheldon Keefe’s playoff struggles, the betting outlook for the Atlantic Division and more.
Host of the Alternate Routes Podcast, Trey Wingo joins Game Play to chat about Tua Tagovailoa’s future and what might factor into his decision, how the Buffalo Bills won without a big performance from Josh Allen, how James Cook makes things easier for Josh Allen, his takeaways from Aaron Rodgers’ return, why he’s not buying the New York Jets’ hype just yet and the feel-good story around Jordan Mason, and his expectations for the Cincinnati Bengals.
First Up Host, Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to chat about what it takes to host a show, Josh Allen’s ‘everybody eats’ mentality, James Cook’s 3-touchdown night, what to look for in tonight’s matchup between the Argos and Lions, his best bet for CFL MOP and more.
WGR 550 Host, Joe DiBiasi on why the Buffalo Bills have been so dominant against the Dolphins as of late, the biggest question facing the Bills heading into Week 2, level of concern for Josh Allen’s injury, his TNF best bets, the biggest X-factor for the Miami Dolphins and more.
TSN Edge Senior Betting Anaylst joins Game Play to chat about the difficulties of betting on Week 1 of the NFL season, how to find value in Week 2, if Rodgers and the Jets can bounce back against the Titans, the Bengals’ early-season struggles, betting overreactions in the NFL, his long-term outlook for the Buffalo Bills and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Pacioretty’s role in Toronto, if the lack of youth in Toronto is a concern, opportunities for Easton Cowan, the ‘loaded’ roster at Leafs Rookie Camp and more.
TSN Baseball Insider, Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about Bo Bichette’s desire to stay with the Toronto Blue Jays, what an extension for Bichette might look like, the chances of the Blue Jays offering extensions to Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., needs for the Jays rotation, the ceiling for this Toronto young core, the AL East race and more.
SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio Host, Brian Drake on the controversy surrounding Christian McCaffrey’s injury, Jordan Mason’s impressive debut and long-term value, level of concern for McCaffrey, the biggest waiver wire adds going into Week 2, why Tony Pollard will be ‘the guy’ for the Tennessee Titans moving forward, overreactions after Week 1, underrated fantasy QB’s and more.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about the importance of getting Robertson re-signed, Robertson’s potential role and ceiling as a Maple Leaf, what Max Pacioretty brings to the Toronto Maple Leafs, where Max Domi fits on the depth chart, the biggest development camp storylines and more.
The struggles of rookie QB’s, his biggest takeaway from Week 1, Deshaun Watson’s downfall, expectations from New York Jets fans, why there’s going to be ‘emotion’ from Robert Saleh heading into MNF, Garrett Wilson’s potential and more.
NFL Writer for The Sporting News, Jarrett Bailey joins Game Play to chat about if the Lions can live up to Super Bowl expectations, ‘vintage’ performances from Matthews Stafford and Cooper Kupp, why Deshaun Watson is ‘cooked’, Dak Prescott’s contract extension and what it means for Micah Parsons, the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 1 struggles, why he has high hopes for the Jacksonville Jaguars and his prediction for the first MNF of the season.
VSiN betting analyst Matt Youmans joined the show to give his expectations for Henry for the rest of the season. Youmans talks about how the public has overcrowded certain teams and how the Bengals are historical slow starters
Covers betting analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to give his thoughts on the Jays' upcoming series with the Braves. Caley weighed in on how much a Vladimir Guerrero Jr. extension would cost Toronto. Caley shares his best plays for college football this weekend.
The Ringer NFL Writer Steven Ruiz joined the show to analyze Derrick Henry's performance against the Chiefs. He gave his thoughts on Philadelphia being favourites against Green Bay. Ruiz also breaks down why he ranked Geno Smith over Jordan Love and CJ Stroud
NFL Network Analyst, Marc Ross joins Game Play to chat about the biggest concern for the Baltimore Ravens, his biggest breakout candidates, potential challengers for the Chiefs in the AFC, his expectations for the Philadelphia Eagles and more.
Covers Senior Betting Analyst, Jason Logan joins Game Play to chat about the keys to betting week 1 of the NFL season, what Xavier Worthy brings to the Chiefs, his TNF best bets, the Ravens’ new-look running attack, question marks around Derrick Henry, survivor pool tips and more.
TSN senior betting analyst Dom Padula joins the show to tell us which quarterback he wants to draft in fantasy football. Padula tells us about some NFL futures he has placed and his best bets heading into Week 1.
Senior writer for The Athletic Kevin Fishbain joined the show to preview the Bears season. Fishbain talked about the hype surrounding Caleb Williams. He explains the "Tez Effect" and what he learned from watching film with Matt Eberflus
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt tells us the best things about fantasy football and why your draft should always be in person
Edmonton Sports Talk Host, Tom Gazzola joins Game Play to chat about what it means for a star to commit to a Canadian franchise, why Draisaitl chose to commit for 8 years, how Draisaitl’s extension compares to superstar contracts of the past, how Draisaitl’s extension impacts McDavid and the Oilers’ chances of returning to the Stanley Cup Final and more.
TSN Baseball Insider, Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about the worst blowouts he’s witnessed as a GM, his biggest takeaways from the Blue Jays’ recent stretch, where Bowden Francis fits in the rotation next season, Shohei Ohtani’s chances at reaching the 50/50 milestone, why Ohtani could steal more bases, the pressure facing the Dodgers and Yankees and more.
CFL on TSN Analyst and Commentator, MarshalL Ferguson joins Game Play to chat about Bo Levi-Mitchell’s tenure in Hamilton, what makes Scott Milanovich such a great gameplanner, Chad Kelly’s decision making, the QB outlook for the Ottawa Redblacks, why the Elks have a great point differential but struggle to win and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at some of the biggest sports storylines heading into the fall
In Matt's Opening Thought, he pays tribute to the hardest workers in sports ahead of Labour Day Weekend.
Matthew Scianitti, TSN CFL Reporter, joined Game Play to discuss how the Hamilton crowd may react to Chad Kelly, why there may be a quarterback battle brewing in BC, and why the West Division is wide open.
Justin Rogers, Detroit Football Network writer, joined the show to discuss how the Lions have progressed into a Super Bowl contender, how Dan Campbell has evolved as a coach, and why the Lions defence will be better than a season ago.
John Laghezza, The Athletic Betting and Fantasy Analyst, joined Game Play to discuss the home-field advantage the Dolphins' experience in September, what concerns him about the Jets, despite their strong roster, and what has made Bowden Francis so dominant
Guerrera joined Game Play to discuss Brandon Aiyuk's and Trent Williams' contract statuses, why getting them signed could be the difference between finally getting over the hump or not, and the status of the offensive line and wide receiver rooms without Aiyuk and Williams.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Shohei Ohtani and where he ranks among the more likeable athletes across North American sports.
Podcast Host at The Ringer, Joe House joins Game Play to chat about the ‘new chapter’ for the Washington Commanders, why Jayden Daniels is an immediate difference maker, expectations in Washington, the outlook in the NFC West, why the Seattle Seahawks are ‘poised to breakout’, the fantasy football implications of Kyren Williams returning punts and more.
Bailey Freeman aka. Foolish Baseball joins Game Play to chat about what makes Aaron Judge’s campaign so impressive, why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. determines the Blue Jays’ window, why Joey Votto is a ‘no doubt Hall of Famer’, the mind-blowing speed of Ricky Henderson and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the upcoming Paralympics and highlights some of the most compelling athletes and storylines.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt gives us an NFL FanDuel Futures primer and why you should fade the New York Jets to win the AFC East.
Blue Jays writer for The Athletic Kaitlyn McGrath joined the show to discuss Danny Jansen playing for two teams in the same game. McGrath stated the importance of getting a Vladimir Guerrero Jr. extension done this offseason and needing to see more from the younger Jays before declaring a breakout
Richard Deitsch from The Athletic joined the show to cover the media aspect of the Dallas Cowboys. He explains how the coverage of the Cowboys impacts a station's decision-making and how Jerry Jones has been able to monetize the Cowboys.
Host of the Locked On Giants podcast Patricia Traina joins the show to preview the New York Giants season. Traina talks about the lack of playing time for starters in the preseason. She talks about the pressure facing Brian Daboll and him taking over offensive play-calling
The Athletic NFL writer Mike Sando joins the show to discuss this year's edition of the quarterback rankings. Sando explains the gap between Mahomes and every other quarterback. He details what happened with the Eagles last year and how Josh Allen will do without Stefon Diggs.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at Danny Jansen becoming the first player in MLB history to play for both teams in a game and he waxes poetically about all the odd records that only baseball can produce.
MLB Network Host Mike Ferrin joins Game Play to chat about why Ernie Clement is such a unique hitter, the Yankees World Series’ chances, the battle for AL MVP, Bobby Bobby Witt Jr.’s underrated impact, the biggest Wild Card storylines and more.
CFL on TSN Analyst joins Game Play to chat about the pros and cons of the rouge, what to expect from Chad Kelly after his return, why goal-line stands are so important, why ‘timing’ is key for Rourke, the biggest QB storylines around the CFL and more.
ESPN Atlanta Falcons Writer, Marc Raimondi joins Game Play to chat about if the Falcons are ready to step up and contend in the NFC, if Atlanta has recovered from the infamous 28-3 blown lead in the Super Bowl, how Michael Penix Jr. fits into the Falcons future, Kirk Cousins’ toughness and ability to recover from injury, Kyle Pitts’ fantasy outlook and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at whether a rouge is a fair way to decide a football game.
Former NFLer, Shaun King joins Game Play to chat about Baker Mayfield’s growth in Tampa Bay, the complicated relationship between QB and head coaches,Tua Tagovailoa’s ‘character flaw’, why other NFL players might perceive Tua as ‘soft’, how quarterback development has changed, what the Buccaneers need to do to compete for a Super Bowl and more.
CFL on TSN Commentator, Rod Smith joins Game Play to chat about if Chad Kelly can overcome off-field distractions, why expectations for Kelly should be tempered, how Kelly impacts winning, how the Argos offence might change over the next few games, the return of Trevor Harris the level of drama and excitement in the CFL and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt reflects on the legendary career of Joey Votto and why he’ll miss him more as a personality than a baseball player.
Former Chiefs Wide Receiver and Chiefs Radio Analyst, Danan Hughes joined Game Play to chat about playing against John Elway and the Broncos, the gap between the Chiefs and the rest of the AFC West, how Patrick Mahomes developed into the best quarterback in the NFL, if Mahomes can overcome his lack of weapons, the Chiefs’ chances of winning three-straight Super Bowls, motivation for the Chiefs and more.
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown on how ‘Hockey Night in Brampton’ originated, the stacked roster playing in the charity game, the importance of healthcare infrastructure and hospitals, the involvement of Max Domi and Mitch Marner, the unexpected intensity of charity hockey games, his Maple Leafs fandom and the relationship between sports and politics.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the offer-sheet drama in the NHL and why the hockey offseason needs more chaos.
Raiders Reporter for Vegas Nation, Vincent Bonsignore joined Game Play to chat about the Josh McDaniels era in Las Vegas, what to expect from Gardner Minshew, the quarterback future for the Raiders, the most exciting skill-position weapon for Las Vegas, Brock Bowers’ fantasy potential and more.
Cincinnati Reds Writer for The Athletic, C. Trent Rosecrans joins Game Play to chat about Joey Votto’s relationship with the city of Cincinnati, the pressure of postseason success in MLB, his favourite Votto story, Votto’s tenure in Toronto and why Votto doesn’t want to be a ‘charity case’ for the Blue Jays.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at how coaching has changed in professional sports and if it's really for the best.
Former NFLer, Marty Lyons joins Game Play to chat about his favourite memories playing for the New York Jets, why New York is such a special football market, the biggest keys for the Jets and more.
TSN CFL Analyst Matt Dunigan joined Game Play to chat about Nathan Rourke’s disappointing return, the quality of QB play in the CFL, why Rourke struggled against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Winnipeg’s Grey Cup chances, what makes the CFL so difficult, what to expect from Chad Kelly in his return and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the contrasting outlooks for the Chicago Bears and New York Giants, and the return of two prominent quarterbacks in the CFL.
Senior NFL writer for the Boston Globe Ben Volin joins the show to discuss the transition from Belichick to Mayo. Volin gives his realistic expectations for the Patriots and who he expects to be under center for New England in Week 1.
The Athletic's Football Show co-host Derrik Klassen joins the show to give his take on how the Seahawks look this year. Klassen explains how much more is on Jalen Hurts' shoulders and buying in on Drake Maye.
Covers betting analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to give us his best plays for the weekend and beyond. Inglis looks to fade Paul Skenes. He gives his strategy for reading pitching markets and his thoughts on Michael Penix Jr. futures bets.
The Minus Three Podcast host Dave Dameshek joins the show to preview the Pittsburgh Steelers season. Dameshek looks at the Steelers quarterback situation. He gives his thoughts on what the best-case scenario is for this team and if Tomlin will have his first losing season.
Trevaun Douglas joins the show to discuss his journey walking 46 hours straight to raise money for buy school supplies for his community
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at players facing the most pressure to perform in North America.
Toronto Star Maple Leafs writer Kevin McGran joined the show to discuss Auston Matthews being unveiled as the new captain of the Leafs. He talked about what it means for Matthews to be captain. Mcgrath talked about whether the Leafs have made enough changes and expectations for Matthews going forward
The Locked on Ravens podcast host Kevin Oestreicher joined the show to continue our NFL preview series. Oestreicher recalls how the Ravens struggled in the postseason and got away from their identity against the Chiefs. He explained how important Kyle Hamilton is to their defense and the toughness of their schedule this season.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at Auston Matthews being unveiled as the new captain of the Maple Leafs and what that means for Matthews and the team.
TSN hockey writer Travis Yost joined the show to discuss how the Blues are taking advantage of the Oilers cap situation. Yost breakdown Canada's potential goalies heading into the Four Nations Face-Off and how Canada has the best overall team
Leafs reporter for The Hockey News David Alter joined the show to discuss Auston Matthews being named captain. Alter shared his experiences with Tavares and explained how results drove this change.
ESPN Jaguars reporter Michael DiRocco joined the show to help us preview the Jaguars season. DiRocco explained the importance of extending Lawrence this past offseason. DiRocco detailed how the offensive line needs to step up for this team to be successful and new defensive tackle Arik Armstead's boom or bust factor.
In this edition of Matt’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Auston Matthews becoming the new Captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs and taking a look at his career up until this point.
The Athletic NFL writer Ted Nguyen joined the show to discuss what he saw from Caleb Williams in his preseason debut. Nguyen gave his thoughts on when he expects to see McCarthy and Nix to start for their respective teams and shared his admiration for Shane Steichen's offense.
Former MLB pitcher and VSiN radio host Josh Towers joined the show to give a pitcher's perspective on Bassitt's post-game comments. Towers broke down the performance of Bassitt's slider and told us the difference between pitching with the roof closed vs open
CBC Olympic writer joined the show to talk about Canada's successful performance at the 2024 Olympic Games. Steiner looks ahead towards Summer McIntosh dominating the 2028 Games and shares his love for breaking.
The Athletic NFL writer Mike Jones joined us from Pittsburgh to discuss the Steelers QB battle. Jones told us what is holding up a potential Brandon Aiyuk trade and his thoughts on how Jerry Jones is handling Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb
Host of the Bills' pregame show Joe DiBiase joined the show to give his thoughts on Josh Allen starting in the preseason. DiBiase gave his outlook on the Bills' season and the USA's comeback against Serbia
VSiN betting analyst Josh Appelbaum joined the show to chat about betting on the Jays matchup with the Athletics. Appelbaum explains why he favours the Red Sox and he gives us his opinion on NFL preseason betting
ESPN NFL fantasy football analyst Eric Moody joined the show to give us his take on the BIlls offense without Stefon Diggs. He gives us his expectations for Caleb Williams through a fantasy lens and if he is worried at all by Christian McCaffrey's injury
MLB writer Drew Fairservice joined the show to discuss the Jays roster construction heading into 2025. He discussed Shapiro's history of having a steady hand and if Alejandro Kirk could be an everyday catcher.
Director of ‘Balestra’, Nicole Dorsey joins Game Play to chat about the obsession to win in sports, what’s behind her fascination with fencing, what led to the creation of the movie, the passion and tension that come with the Olympics, Eleanor Harvey’s fencing medal win, the process of making a large-scale film and more.
Blue Jays Staff Writer for The Athletic, Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to chat about her biggest takeaways from Mark Shapiro’s presser, which players have been a ‘source of strength’, Shapiro’s trust in Ross Atkins, the struggles of Toronto’s core pieces, what needs to change in 2025, Joey Votto’s potential return and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the biggest stories around MLB and gives props to Blue Jays fans.
Atlanta Falcons QB Nathan Rourke joins Game Play to chat about his NFL journey, his fit with the Falcons, the value of a strong support system, what it’s like to be an NFL backup quarterback, battles in training camp, adjusting to different offensive systems, his favourite Bill Belichick memory and more.
Covers' senior betting analyst Andrew Caley joined the show to chat about betting on Guerrero Jr.'s hot streak. Caley breaks down how Springer matches up against Rodriguez and the White Sox's 21-game losing streak.
FIBA play-by-play commentator Carlan Gay joined the show to discuss Canada's disappointing loss to France at the Olympics. Gay puts some respect on the non-NBA players for France and he talks about Jamal Murray's Olympic performance.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt reacts to Canada's disappointing loss to France in the quarter-finals of the Olympics
Covers betting analyst Josh Inglis joined the show to discuss betting on the Olympics. He shares his strategy for wagering preseason football and fading Kevin Gausman against the Yankees.
NFL writer for the Sporting News Jarrett Bailey joined the show to give his thoughts on the new kickoff rules. Bailey explained what you can take from preseason football and shared his level of concern for Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers.
Former Olympian and co-host of the Footy Prime podcast joined the show to discuss how the Canadian women have dealt with the six-point deficit. Walsh highlighted that the team has taken over the narrative and pointed out that Adriana Leon is the key for Canada against Germany
Levi Weaver on the potential of Jake Bloss and Joey Loperfido,the biggest risk-takers from the MLB trade deadline the long-term outlook for the San Diego Padres, the lack of all-stars and top 100 prospects being moved, why the Phillies should still be considered the best team in MLB and more.
Chief Analytics Office at FTN Fantasy, Aaron Schatz joins Game Play to chat about the importance of pre-season NFL games, what makes Tua Tagovailoa’s extension complicated for the Miami Dolphins, Jordan Love’s potential, the gap between the Buffalo Bills and Dolphins, how far Josh Allen can carry the Bills without Stephon Diggs, Saquon Barkley’s fantasy football value, the gap between Patrick Mahomes and the NFL’s second-best quarterback.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the drama surrounding the US Men’s Olympic Basketball team and why the storylines are about everything but the basketball.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at what's at stake for the Canadian Women's Soccer team and the program itself ahead of today's game against Colombia
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, he breaks down Canada's massive win over Australia and Canada's Olympics so far
Host of the We CAN Ball Podcast Alex Adams joined the show to recap Canada's win over Australia. He talked about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's ability to make tough shots and Canada's quarter-final scenarios.
MLB writer for The Athletic Eno Sarris joined the show to break down what Yusei Kikuchi brings to the Astros. He talked about the return for Kikuchi and what the Dodgers need to do at the deadline.
Why FIBA games are so close, Canada’s impressive defence, how Canada overcame their lack of size, Jamal Murray coming off the bench, what to expect from Australia, dunking on Kevin love and Greg Oden, and more.
Women's Soccer Contributor at TSN, Meaghen Johnson joins Game Play to chat about the most impressive part of Canada’s win over France, Vanessa Gilles’ stoppage-time winner, her reaction to Canada’s 6-point deduction and appeal, Canada’s ability to overcome off-field adversity and more.
Former Blue Jay, Chris Colabello joins Game Play to chat about rade deadline experiences as a player, the trades for Tulowitzki and Price, playing with Danny Jansen, the impact of trades in MLB locker rooms, Arozarena and Chisolm's fit with their new teams and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Canada's 2-1 win over France and the circumstances that made it so impressive.
Opta Analyst Baseball Writer, Zach Crizer joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays' lobsided loss to the Rays, Max Scherzer's return to action, how injuries have impacted the Rangers' season, why the Blue Jays have underperformed, the real potential of Bichette and Guerrero Jr., similarities between the Jays and White Sox and more
CBC Sports Reporter, Ben Steiner joins Game Play to chat about the opening ceremony, Kevin Blue’s role in Canada Soccer’s turnaround, Canada’s history of soccer controversy, MLSE’s perception of John Herdman, the next steps in the FIFA investigation, potential player involvement, how the drone footage might’ve impacted Canada’s tactics, the legacy of Priestman and Herdman and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at how the Soccer Canada drone scandal impacts the reputation of the program and the perception around past results.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at how the Soccer Canada drone scandal impacts the reputation of the program and the perception around past results.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt gets away from the odd opening thoughts and gets right into the thick of long-term sports betting and gives his favourite plays.
Senior enterprise writer at The Athletic Dan Robson joined us to break down John Tavares' tax case with the CRA. Robson explains how the low income tax markets lure free agents and how much of an advantage they truly have.
The Athletic FC's Tamerra Griffin joined us to talk about the bittersweet feeling surrounding Canada's 2-1 win over New Zealand. Griffin chatted about what happens next for Canada and being confused by coach Bev Priestman's neutrality surrounding the drone scandal at the Olympic Games.
ESPN Senior MLB Writer, David Schoenfield joins Game Play to chat about if the Blue Jays are the most dissapointing team in baseball, the Jays' trade strategy, Toronto's chances of competing in 2025, the battle for the AL East and more.
Senior Women's Soccer Writer for The Athletic, Meg Linehan joins Game Play to chat about Canada's drone incident, Bev Priestman's involvement with the spying scandal, potential suspensions for Canada Soccer, how Canada matches up against Group A and US Women's soccer's rebuild.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at what Canada's drone incident means for the women's soccer team and the reputation of the country.
CNBC media and sports reporter, Alex Sherman joins Game Play to chat about the future of 'Inside the NBA', TNT's rights saga with the NBA and the nostalgic return of the NBA on NBC and more.
Co-Host of the Just Baseball Show Peter Appel joins Game Play to chat about MLB futures bets, finding value with the Oakland A's, how Jose Berrios matches up against the Tampa Bay Rays, what makes Paul Skenes so special, how to find value with pitching matchups and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the interesting consequences of what Olympic athletes could get up to in their free time.
Shane Lowry's third round collapse, if Xander Shauffele has surpassed Scottie Scheffler as the best golfer in the world, the complaints about Royal Troon from golfers
TSN Basketball Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to chat about Lu Dort's impact, concerns with Jamal Murray's role with Canada, how Canada matches up against Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece, and more.
Fox Sports MLB Writer, Rowan Kavner joins Game Play to chat about Shohei Ohtani's insane 473-foot home run against the Red Sox, why the Jays could get a massive haul for their rebuild and why they're obvious sellers, Yusei Kikuchi's trade value and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Caitlin Clark's insane rise and impact on the WNBA.
TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to chat about the short-term outlook for the Elks, the uncertainty around Tre Ford, why the Argos aren't massive favourites against the Ti-Cats and more.
Auston Matthews' omission from ESPN's top 100 athletes of the 21st century list, why the Toronto d-core is their best in years, the Maple Leafs' trust in Woll, expectations for Oliver Ekman-Larsson, the most shocking contract in the NHL and more.
MLB Staff Writer Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to chat about disappointment around Blue Jays prospects, if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can ever recapture his 2021 form, chances of seeing Joey Votto in MLB again, the uncertainty around Bo Bichette and Guerrero Jr., the lack of a leader in the Jays clubhouse and more.
FantasyPros Host and Producer, Joe Orrico joins Game Play to chat about how the trade deadline might impact fantasy baseball moves, his biggest buy lows, Corbin Carroll's disappointing season, Paul Skenes' insane fantasy value and more.
VSiN Host and Writer, Matt Youmans joins Game Play to chat about his expectations for Williams and the Bears, why the Green Bay Packers might be 'overhyped', the biggest question around Aaron Rodgers and more.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play on the Raptors' "loaded Summer League roster, Gradey Dick's all-around game, the toughness from Jonathan Mogbo and Jamal Shead, expectations for Ja'Kobe Walter, and the buzz around Bronny James.
Co-Host of Golf Talk Canada, Adam Scully joins Game Play to chat about Rory McIlroy’s chances of breaking his major drought why Tiger Woods continues to struggle, the biggest challenges of Royal Troon and more.
Senior MLB Writer for The Athletic, Keith Law joins Game Play to chat about what to expect from Trey Yesavage, why Yesavage fell to pick 20, his biggest takeaways from the MLB Draft, why the perception around young pitchers has changed Paul Skenes’ fast track to stardom and more.
MLB Betting Analyst, Josh Inglis joins Game Play to chat about how to find value in All-Star events, the biggest betting trends heading into the All-Star Game, his best bets for the All-Star Game, his pick for All Star Game MVP, his expectations for Paul Skenes’ start and more.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter, Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to chat about Teoscar Hernandez;s Home Run Derby win, what led to the Jays trading Hernandez, potential trade pieces for the Toronto Blue Jays, what’s gone wrong in the Blue Jays clubhouse, lack of potential replacements for Atkins and more.
MLB Writer at the Score, Josh Goldverg joins Game Play to chat about his first impressions of Trey Yesavage and his potential, why Yesavage fell in the draft, why 'major' changes are necessary for the Blue Jays, Yesavage's potential, and Skenes' historic dominance and more.
Bleacher Report Football Content Creator, Lyes Bouzidi joins Game Play to chat about why Canada should be proud of their Copa America campaign, Ismael Kone's rise, Alphonso Davies best position for Canada, why COMNEBOL is to blame for the chaos at the Copa America Final, if Messi will play at the 2026 World Cup and more.
Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Fantasy Aaron Schatz joined the show to discuss Monte Kiffin's legacy. Schatz projects that the 49ers will have the best offense next season and explains how remarkable CJ Stroud's rookie season was.
Co-host of the Soccerwise podcast David Gass joined the show to tell us his thoughts on Canada's success at Copa America. He gave us his expectations for the bronze medal game against Uruguay and how long he thinks Lionel Messi will continue with Argentina.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at his not-so-successful CFL betting experience.
Former Canadian National Team member Carl English joined the share and shared his experiences playing in Europe. He explained his role in developing basketball in Newfoundland and Labrador and how the international game is different than the NBA
ESPN Betting writer David Purdum joined the show to discuss Jontay Porter's actions and what led to his guilty plea. Purdum talks about the importance of regulated betting and he thinks that the USA should be overwhelming favourites at the Olympics.
Canada Soccer Daily co-founder Brendan Dunlop joined the show to talk about Bill Manning's departure and his impact on TFC. Dunlop reviews TFC's season so far and previewed the Copa America bronze medal game between Canada and Uruguay
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks what led to MLSE parting ways with Bill Manning and the landscape of MLSE sports teams
Covers senior betting analyst Andrew Caley joined the show to give us his strategy on betting on the Blue Jays. He talked about the Jays struggling and what he is watching on tonight's MLB slate.
Writer for MLS Ben Steiner joined the show to recap Canada's loss to Argentina in the Copa America semi-final. Steiner talked about Canada needing to convince dual nationals to join. He also highlighted Canada's confident backline and what he expects to see from the third-place game.
In this edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at all the prominent Canadian sports figures to watch for this summer.
Blue Jays writer for The Athletic Kaitlyn McGrath joined us from San Francisco ahead of the Jays series with the Giants. McGrath detailed why teams should be looking at Chirs Bassitt. She highlighted Yusei Kikuchi's potential to be moved if the Jays choose to sell and how big moves are unlikely.
Toronto Star columnist Bruce Arthur joined us to discuss his and Dave Feschuk's series on Toronto sports. Arthur talked about when the first sign of trouble was for the core four and the fascination around that group
TSN Soccer reporter Matthew Scianitti joined us live from MetLife Stadium to talk about the atmosphere ahead of Canada vs. Argentina. Scianitti talked about the quality of the Argentinian side and how Canada is playing with house money.
Join us in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Matt takes a look at the history of the "Core Four" and how he is okay with trading any member of the core
NBA writer for Forbes and Raptors Republic Esfandiar Baraheni joined us to talk about Canada's group at the Olympics. Baraheni expressed some concern for Canada's defense and laid out some expectations for Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley as they inked new deals with the Raptors
The Athletic's Josh Kloke joined the show to talk about his recent article on Canadian midfielder Stephen Eustaquio. Kloke detailed how Canada has grown since the World Cup in Qatar and how they have evolved since their Copa America debut.
Join Matt in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought where Matt looks back at what the last year has been for Canadian soccer and what the Men's national team's progress means for Canada Soccer.
Blue Jays writer Drew Fairservice joined Game Play to discuss why it tough for the Blue Jays to get better without rebuilding, why they should keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and why they should look at trading Bo Bichette.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to take a look at some MLB and NHL futures bets. Then DiStefano talks to Blue Jays writer Drew Fairservice about the team's struggles and how they might approach the trade deadline.
TSN Soccer Reporter Matthew Scianitti joined Game Play to discuss Canada's quarterfinal match, how Venezuela is viewed in CONMEBOL, how Canada's lineup may look without Tajon Buchanan, and how head coach Jesse Marsch has rallied the team so early into his tenure.
Josh Ingles, Sports Betting Writer at Covers, discusses why he is concerned with the Toronto Maple Leafs goaltending, why he likes the Tampa Bay Lightning to bounce-back, how he thinks the Calder race will stack up, and the mysterious season of Kevin Gausman.
Peter Nicastro, Toronto Argos offensive linemen, joined Game Play to discuss the Argos looking to bounce-back after their first loss of the season, how Ka'Deem Carey has made life easier for Cameron Dukes, and how excited he is to face former teammate A.J. Ouellette.
Levi Weaver, MLB Staff Writer at The Athletic, joined Game Play to discuss Bo Bichette's trade value, the impact the Jays' stadium renovations, will have on their decision to rebuild, the impact of the draft being closer to the deadline, and where Elly De La Cruz and Paul Skenes rank in terms of second-half storylines.
In "Mike's Opening Thought," Mike takes a look at the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Toronto Blue Jays' season thus far.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about how Oliver Ekman-Larsson fits with the Leafs’ D-core, the biggest standouts at Development Camp, why he expects Toronto to stay active on the trade market, the Leafs’ ‘diplomatic’ stance on Mitch Marner negotiations, Sheldon Keefe’s return to Toronto and more.
Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic, Joe Vardon joins Game Play to chat about what LeBron James’ extension means for the Lakers, pressure on Bronny James, how LeBron’s tenure in LA will be remembered and more.
Senior Betting Analyst at Covers.com, Andrew Caley joins Game Play to chat about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s rising value, why the Blue Jays’ bullpen has struggled, trade deadline expectations, the most likely trade pieces for the Jays, George Springer’s hot-streak, his MLB best bets and more.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about potential landing spots for Nick Robertson, the Leafs’ faith in Joseph Woll, the future of Toronto’s goaltending, how Toronto landed Chris Tanev, Felix Auger-Alliassime’s close first round match at Wimbledon, Bianca Andreescu’s return to Wimbledon and more.
Co-Host of the No Dunks Podcast, Tas Melas joins Game Play to chat about If the 76ers overpaid for Paul George, Joel Embiid’s Playoff failures, how the Paul George trade to the Clippers will be remembered, Scottie Barnes’ potential as a leader and first option, Immanuel Quickley’s growth as a Raptors and Klay Thompson’s fit with the Mavericks.
National NHL Writer for the Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about how Chris Tanev fits with Morgan Reilly, what Oliver Ekman-Larsson brings to the Leafs’ D-core, Anthony Stolarz’s potential as a 1B goalie, if the Leafs can compete with the Lightning and Panthers, how the Panthers have stayed competitive, why he’s not convinced by the Bruins’ free agency moves, how Sam Reinhart’s contract impacts Mitch Marner’s negotiations and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the advantages that Florida teams have in the NHL, and if Canadian teams can ever overcome them.
Join Matt in another edition of MAtt's Opening Thought as Matt takes a look at his July 1st NHL Free Agency wish list
MLB writer Drew Fairservice joins the show to discuss if he can see the Jays moving on from either Bo Bichette or Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Fairservice tells us what he has seen from Guerrero Jr. and if the money spent on the roster and renovations alters the Jays' plans at the deadline.
NHL writer for The Athletic Kevin Papetti joined us to chat about how Chris Tanev would fit with the Leafs. Papetti tells us the Leafs' options in between the pipes and what could happen with Mitch Marner
Assistant Director of Scouting at McKeen’s Hockey Derek Neumeier joins the show to detail what will be available for the Leafs at 23rd overall. Neumeier explains why Sasha Boisvert would be a fit for the Leafs and what Macklin Celebrini brings to the NHL.
Toronto Argos Offensive Lineman, Dejon Allen joins Game Play to chat about Experience at University of Hawaii, winning the Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Award, his favourite blocks, the Argos-Alouettes rivalry and how playing different positions helped his development.
Canadian Author. Bruce Dowbiggin joins Game Play to chat about how the business of hockey has changed, the NHL’s biggest trades, the significance of the Doug Gilmour trade to the Leafs, the challenge of Canadian teams keeping their American stars, the Panthers’ road to the Stanley Cup and more.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about What Ja’Kobe Walter brings to the Raptors, Walter’s ceiling, Scottie Barnes’ status of ‘face of the franchise’, Toronto’s expectations for the 2024-25 season, if the Raptors can become contenders with Barnes as a first option and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at how the perception around rookies has changed.
Host of VSiN Primetime, Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to chat about the rumours around the first overall pick, Cody Williams’ potential, LeBron James’ influence, where Bronny James will go, if the Knicks have enough to challenge the Celtics, the outlook for the Raptors after re-signing Scottie Barnes and more.
Former Argos Running Back and Grey Cup Champion, Andrew Harris joins Game Play to chat about his new documentary “Running Back Relentless”, his off-field struggles, perception around the struggles of professional athletes and more.
Bleacher Report Content Creator, Lyes Boudizi joins Game Play to chat about Jesse Marsch’s impact on Canada, Canada’s X-factor at Copa America, the physicality of South American teams, his team to watch at the Euros and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the different futures of Scottie Barnes and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Got Yer Back podcast host Jason Strudwick joined the show to chat about the path forward for the Oilers after losing the Stanley Cup Final. Strudwick tells us why the Panthers won Game 7 and how Florida neutralized McDavid.
Florida Panthers Network play-by-play commentator Doug Plagens joined us to talk about calling the Stanley Cup FInal alongside Bill Lindsay. Plagens discusses the crazy stakes behind Game 7 and his appreciation for Paul Maurice.
Join Matt in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Matt looks at Florida’s Stanley Cup journey and the future of the Edmonton Oilers.
Canada Basketball general manager Rowan Barrett joined us to talk about the process of building the Men's Olympic team. Barrett talks about the tough decisions made and how Canada has grown as a basketball country.
Iconic Canadian comedian and actor, Ron James joined Game Play to chat about his love for hockey, touring Canada and why he sees similarities between Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid
Co-Host of the Hockey Show, Roy Bellamy joins Game Play to chat about what’s gone wrong for the Panthers, the pressure on Matthew Tkachuk and Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Verhaeghe’s struggles, possible lineup changes for Florida and more.
Co-Host of The Hockey Show, Roy Bellamy joins Game Play to chat about what’s gone wrong for the Panthers, the pressure on Matthew Tkachuk and Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Verhaeghe’s struggles, possible lineup changes for Florida and more.
TSN Edmonton Bureau Reporter, Ryan Rishaug joins Game Play to chat about the feeling in the Edmonton locker room, the biggest turning point in the series, expectations for McDavid heading into Game 7, how the Oilers turned things around in the regular season and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the historic stakes of tonight’s Stanley Cup Final Game 7.
NHL writer from The Athletic Dom Luszczyszyn joined us to chat about McDavid's historic playoff run. Luszczyszyn details the gap between McDavid and everyone else and a realistic path for the Leafs this offseason.
Canada Soccer Daily Co-Founder Brendan Dunlop joined us to talk about Canada looking like it belongs at the Copa America. Dunlop chats about Canada missing their chances and being favoured against Peru.
Join Matt in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought as he looks at McDavid's incredible run in the Stanley Cup playoffs
Kraken forward Jordan Eberle joins the show to discuss him hitting the 1000-game milestone. Eberle talks about his experience with the Kraken and looks back on his time with McDavid.
TSN soccer reporter Matthew Scianitti joins us live from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta to chat about what success looks like for Canada at the Copa America. Scianitti talks about the passion of the Argentinian fans and what the biggest test for this Canadian team is.
In today's edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks ahead to Canada's opening match at the Copa America against Argentina.
Former MLB Pitcher Trevor May joins Game Play to chat about what the Jays need to do to turn things around, leadership in the clubhouse, the biggest differences between playing in the minors vs majors, the biggest perks of being an MLB player and more.
Florida Panthers Reporter at The Hockey News, David Dwork joins Game Play to chat about the biggest concerns for the Panthers, how the Oilers have extended the series, Matthew Tkachuk stepping up in Game 5, how Connor McDavid has carried his Oilers team and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the Oilers' potential comeback and why it's ok to cheer for a good sports story regardless of your allegiance.
TSN NBA analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins the show to discuss the Celtics championship win. Shepherd talks about the next challenge for the Celtics and how difficult it will be for the Mavs to get back to the finals.
In today's edtion of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the Celtics journey to an NBA Championship and how it all started 13 years ago.
Host of the Got Yer Back podcast Jason Strudwick joins the show to chat about the Oilers' chances at making a comeback. Skinner being a second-half goaltender and McDavid's incredible playoffs.
Golf Talk Canada Host, Mark Zecchino, joined Game Play to discuss whether the U.S Open will be remembered for DeChambeau winning or Mcilroy collapsing, where this loss ranks for McIlroy, how DeChambeau's bunker shot on 18 will be remembered, and where he would rank among interesting golfers if he still played in the PGA.
NBA on ESPN Radio Play by Play Commentator, Marc Kestecher joins Game Play to chat about the stakes heading into Game 5, why he expects the Celtics to bounce back, why the Celtics came out flat in Game 4, Jayson Tatum’s play in the NBA Finals, Kristaps Porzingis’ status, the legacy of this Boston Celtics’ team, how this Celtics team will be remembered and more.
Golf Talk Canada Co-Host, Adam Scully joins Game Play to chat about Payne Stewart's legacy, Scheffler's struggles at Pinehurst and McIlroy staying in contention at the US Open and more.
Senior ESPN NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to chat about criticism around McDavid and Draisaitl, the Oilers’ desperation, the atmosphere in Edmonton, Barkov’s impact, why the battle for Conn Smythe is closer than you think, the outlook for the rest of the series
Soccer Reporter at The Athletic, Jacob Whitehead joins Game Play to chat about on the pressure on Germany, expectations on England, Mbappe’s status as the best player in the world, the atmosphere in Germany, his dark horse, players to watch and more
Fox Sports Radio Host, Martin Weiss joins Game Play to chat about the Celtics' playoff run, the battle for Finals MVP, Jayson Tatum showing up in game three, Luka Doncic's disappointing effort and more.
Former PGA Tour player, John Peterson joins Game Play to chat about hitting a hole-in-one at the US Open, competing against and meeting Tiger Woods, why your mentality needs to shift at the US Open and more.
TSN Edmonton Bureau Reporter, Ryan Rishaug joins Game Play to chat about The Panthers’ travel issues, Nurse’s status, the biggest challenge for the Oilers heading into Game 3, the atmosphere in Edmonton and more.
PWHL MVP Natalie Spooner joins Game Play to chat about winning the inaugural PWHL MVP, the best moments from the PWHL season, the growth of hockey, the PWHL Draft, her recovery process from injury and more.
Co-Host of The Hockey Show and Senior Producer of the Dan Le Batard Show, Roy Bellamy joins Game Play to chat about the wild weather in Florida, whether McDavid is overrated, Aleksander Barkov' status ahead of Game 3, Bobrovsky's impact and the 'efficiency' of the Panthers defence.
National NBA Reporter for The Athletic, Mike Vorkunov joins Game Play to chat about, the biggest x-factors for Game 3, how Porzingis’ potential absence impacts the series, the criticism around Tatum’s playoff performances, what the Mavericks need from Irving and Hurley’s decision to stay with UCONN.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a deep dive on the on the perception of how much athletes get paid.
Canadian Data Scientist and Co-Founder of Stathletes, Meghan Chayka joins Game Play to chat about Sergei Bobrovski's impact in Game 1, Connor McDavid's game-breaking ability, the Oilers' offensive-driven system, the outlook for the Oilers for the remainder of the series
Hockey Content Creator, Shannon Skanes joins Game Play to chat about Evan Rodrigues' impact, McDavid and Draisaitl's performances in the Cup Final so far, the Florida Panthers' identity and what the Edmonton Oilers need to do to comeback in the series.
MLB Writer at the Athletic, Levi Weaver joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays’ Playoff chances, the AL East race, the Yankees’ championship expectations, why the Brewers are intriguing, how the Yankees and Orioles could get better, and why the Rangers and Astros are struggling.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the dominance of the Florida Panthers and why this Stanley Cup Final is over.
Editor-In-Chief of The Fourth Period, David Pagnotta joins Game Play to chat about why the Panthers are so good defensively, the Oilers’ adjustments ahead of Game 2, if Game 2 is a must-win for Edmonton, the weight on Draisaitl and McDavid, the atmosphere in Florida and more.
NBA Writer for Bleacher Report, Mo Dakhil joins Game Play to chat about if the Mavericks have a path to victory against the Celtics, Tatum’s underrated playmaking ability, who’s been Boston’s best player in the playoffs, Kyrie Irving’s struggles against Boston, how the Celtics are so elite on defence and why the Lakers head coaching job is not a great job, but a good one.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the nature of comebacks, the bleak outlook for the Mavs in the NBA Finals and why Game 2 is a must win for the Edmonton Oilers.
Toronto Argonauts Wide Receiver, Damonte Coxie joins Game Play to chat about the Argos' disappointing ECF loss, signing an extension, adjusting to the CFL game and what to expect from the Argos this season.
Canadian Olympic gold medalist and Aston Villa winger Adriana Leon joins Game Play to chat about defending Olympic gold, how her game has grown, the squad selection process and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at why big moments from great players are more captivating than great teams.
TSN Betting Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about Jayson Tatum's playoff experience, his game-by-game props, Kristaps Porzingis' return, Luka Doncic's stardom and more.
Covers Betting Analyst, Josh Inglis joins Game Play to chat about the outlook in the American League, if the Jays can bounce back, his MLB best bets, value with pinch hitters, his Stanley Cup Final best bets, why he expects the Oilers and Panthers to have a low-scoring series and more.
CNBC Media Reporter, Alex Sherman joins Game Play to chat about the future of NBA on TNT, the misconceptions surrounding the NBA’s new media rights deal, the transition to streaming platforms, the biggest differences between the live coverage of the NFL and NBA, and more.
TSN Football Insider, Dave Naylor joins Game Play to chat about the toughest football positions to evaluate, the latest CFL Top 50 list, how players react to their position on the top 50 list, how the Argos defence might look this season, if the Argos can overcome the absence of Chad Kelly and more.
MLB Writer at theScore, Josh Goldberg joins Game Play to chat about the gap between the Blue Jays and Orioles, what’s gone wrong with Toronto’s roster construction, the future of Kikuchi and Jansen, if Ross Atkins is right to lead the Jays moving forward, potential trade targets, Skenes versus Ohtani and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Greg Cote’s take on Connor McDavid and how it relates to the criticism of great American athletes.
David Dwork joins Game Play to chat about how the Panthers matchup against the Oilers, if he’s surprised that Florida returned to the Stanley Cup Final, Alexander Barkov’s impact, why special teams could determine the series winner, Verhaeghe’s changing role, how McDavid matches up against Barkov and Tkachuk and more.
Tamika Nurse joins Game Play to chat about why Caitlin Clark is being targeted, the scouting report on Clark, the level of resentment among other WNBA players, what’s been wrong with the media coverage of the WNBA as of late and more.
Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to chat about David Rubenstein’s impact on the AL East, why Toronto has struggled to develop young players, the Jays’ lack of star power, the future outlook of the AL East, Gausman’s struggles and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the top stories in the AL East and an unlikely figure that has changed the landscape of the division.
RBC Canadian Open Tournament Director, Bryan Crawford joins Game Play to chat about Robert MacIntyre’s win, Paul Emerson’s stepping up to caddy CT Pan, the Canadian talent in the PGA, Mackenzie Hughes’ disappointing final round, what’s in store for the 2025 RBC Canadian Open and more.
TSN Hockey Analyst, Martin Biron joins Game Play to chat about McDavid’s highlight reel goal, facing the best goalscorers in the NHL, the key to the Oilers’ impressive defence, Knoblauch’s impact, how the Panthers solve elite goaltenders, his Stanley Cup finals prediction and more.
NBA Writer for Action Network, Matt Moore joins Game Play to chat about Jaylen Brown’s chances at winning Finals MVP, why he sees the Celtics as heavy favourites, Boston’s run to the Finals, why Boston is a bad matchup for the Mavericks, how this season’s champion might be remembered, Luka Doncic’s status as the best player in the playoffs and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at all of the speculation and storylines that will capture the attention of sports fans this week.
Co-Host of Golf Talk Canada, Adam Scully joins Game Play to chat about Mackenzie Hughes’ rise up the leaderboard at the RBC Canadian Open, the atmosphere at the Hamilton Golf and Country club, the potential cut line, his Canadian Open best bets, Sahith Theegala’s disappointing first round and more.
Blue Jays Reporter at MLB.com, Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to chat about the latest on Manoah’s status, how Manoah has navigated his comeback, why Vlad Jr. is now a ‘different type of hitter’, why he’s optimistic about the Jays’ bats and more.
Co-Host of the Leafs Morning Take, Nick Alberga joins Game Play to chat about how the Panthers have turned things around against the Rangers, Gus Forsling’s rise, the Panthers’ depth, the importance of Chris Tanev and more.
NBA Betting Analyst at Covers, Jon Metler joins Game Play to chat about the chances of the Timberwolves coming back, Derek Lively’s status, Anthony Edwards’ aggressiveness and more.
TSN CHL and PWHL Reporter, Julia Tocheri joins Game Play to chat about her experience at the Memorial Cup, Easton Cowan’s impressive play, the pressure on Cowan, PWHL Minnesota winning the inaugural Walter Cup, the biggest changes coming to the PWHL and more.
Senior Betting Analyst at Covers joins Game Play to chat about his picks for the RBC Canadian Open, his takeaways from the Blue Jays’ sweep against the White Sox, what Manoah’s injury means for Toronto moving forward, his MLB best bets and more.
ESPN Radio NBA Play by Play Commentator, Marc Kestecher joins Game Play to chat about his favourite Bill Walton memory, how fans will remember this Boston Celtics team, the importance of overcoming adversity and his biggest takeaways from the Timberwolves’ Game 4 win.
Senior NBA Writer at the Athletic, Joe Vardon joins Game Play to chat about the future of Inside the NBA, Anthony Edwards’ underrated impact, the biggest difference makers for the Timberwolves, a debate involving Kobe Bryant and Steph Curry and more.
TSN Edmonton Reporter, Ryan Rishaug joins Game Play to chat about the Oilers’ lineup changes ahead of Game 4, if he sees the Game 4 as a must-win for Edmonton, McDavid’s impact on the series so far, the Oilers’ powerplay struggles, the current mood in Edmonton and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt celebrates some of the greatest athletes and accomplishments of his generation.
NHL on TNT Host, Liam McHugh joins Game Play to chat about working alongside Wayne Gretzky, his chemistry with the NHL on TNT panel, what Roope Hintz’s return meant for the Dallas Stars, Jason Roberston’s hat trick, why Igor Shesterkin is the difference maker in the Eastern Conference Final, Paul Maurice’s charisma and more.
Dallas Mavericks Radio Play-by-Play commentator on 97.1 The Eagle, Chuck Cooperstein joins Game Play to chat about why the Mavericks are so good at closing games, if he expected the Mavs to be up 3-0, Luka Doncic’s highlight reel, why it’s worked for Kyrie Irving in Dallas, and what makes Doncic such a great duo and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at when greatness shines the most in the playoffs.
Spotrac NBA Writer, Keith Smith joins Game Play to chat about Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's ability to close games, the pressure on Anthony Edwards to lead Minnesota, the value of experience, Jason Kidd's adjustments and the narrative surrounding Jayson Tatum and the Celtics
ESPN Radio's Don La Greca joined Game Play to chat about how the Rangers found a way to win Game 3, Alexis Lafreniere's growth and development, Trochek's impact, the Rangers' powerplay struggles and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the Celtics' playoff run so far and what their lack of adversity means for their long-term legacy.
TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng joins the show to chat about betting the Wolves vs. Mavericks series. Cheng talks about Irving finding his own shot more and his expectations for Edwards in Game 2.
Daily Faceoff senior writer Matt Larkin joined the show to chat about the Oilers' OT win over the Stars. Larkin talked about the idea of a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup and how the Panthers' physical style of play gives then an edge over the Rangers.
In this edition of Matt's Opening thought, Matt explains why McDavid's OT winner has inspired him to cheer for Edmonton in the Stanley Cup playoffs
Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Neil Lumsden joins Game Play to chat about what WNBA expansion brings to Ontario, bringing opportunities to high-performance athletes, the long-term impacts of an WNBA franchise and more.
TSN Edmonton Reporter, Ryan Rishaug joins Game Play to chat about the Oilers' turnaround in the regular season, the lack of upsets in the playoffs, the Oilers' underrated defence and more.
VSiN Host Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to chat about the WNBA betting landscape, the importance of Kyrie Irving's hot start in game one, why he's still looking at unders in the Wolves-Mavericks series and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt celebrates Toronto being the next WNBA expansion destination.
Senior NBA Writer at the Athletic, Joshua Robbins joins Game Play to chat about the Pacers' deflating loss in game one, the narrative around Jayson Tatum, why Kyrie Irving will be the key against the Timberwolves, why some players dislike Rudy Gobert and Anthony Edwards' rise.
Martin Biron on Craig Berube's trust in Joseph Woll, the chances of the Leafs trading for an elite goaltender, the matchup between Igor Shesterkin and Sergei Bobrovsky, the Rangers' reliance on Shesterkin and more.
MLB Writer, Drew Fairservice joins Game Play to chat about what's behind the Jays' power struggles, Bichette's lack of production, next steps for Shapiro and Atkins, and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the cruelty and the changing narratives of the playoffs.
Lead NBA Writer from NBC Sports, Kurt Helin joins Game Play to chat about what Denver was missing in game seven, Anthony Edwards’ impact, Luka Doncic’s status, why Kyrie needs to step up offensively, the lack of intensity from the Boston Celtics and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about his biggest takeaways from Craig Berube's introductory presser, Berube's style of play and Marner's potential fit, how the Leafs can upgrade their defence core, if the Leafs will see their identity change and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at what the next steps the Toronto Maple Leafs need to make after hiring Craig Berube.
Co-Host of the New Breed of Golf on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, Greg DuCharme joins Game Play to chat about what led up to Scottie Scheffler's arrest, how Scheffler was able to return for his tee time, how Scheffler's dominance compares to Tiger Woods, his ability to overcome adversity, if Tiger can still compete at majors, and Rory McIlroy's major drought.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt gets into his love for game sevens and looks ahead to what could be an exciting weekend in sports.
Rod Smith joins Game Play to celebrate and remember the life of beloved Sportscentre Host, Darren Dutchshyen.
VSiN Live Co-Host Wes Reynolds joins Game Play to chat about his best bets for the PGA Championship, his dark horses for the tournament, Xander Shauffele's red-hot first round, Scottie Scheffler's dominance over the rest of the field and his expectations for Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlroy.
NBA Content Creator Matthew Geist aka. Six Rings of Steel joins Game Play to chat about Bronny James' Draft stock, LeBron's impact on Bronny's career, how the Nuggets were able to adjust to Minnesota's defence, Jokic's status as the best player in the world, Brunson's magical playoff run and more.
Former NHLer Jason Strudwick joins Game Play to chat about which NHL teams he cheers for, Calvin Pickard's instant impact, Nikita Zadorov's physicality, if the Colorado Avalanche have enough to comeback against the Dallas Stars and the Maple Leafs' biggest problerm heading into the offseason.
Host of the State of the League Podcast, Jack aka. JokicJoestar joins Game Play to chat bout the adjustments that the Nuggets have made against the Timberwolves, the hate on Rudy Gobert, why Jokic hasn't been branded as the face of the league and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt can't help but get excited for the NFL schedule release.
Former Blue Jays Pitcher, Josh Towers joins Game Play to chat about the Orioles' transformation to one of the elite teams in the MLB, Manoah's "gem" on his return, what it's like as a pitcher when your team is in a hitting slump, and Roy Halladay's legacy.
Podcast Host at The Ringer, Joe House joins Game Play to chat about Shai Gilgeous Alexander's consistency and why bettors love him so much, why he's keeping an eye on Rory McIlroy at the PGA Championship, his best bets for the PGA Championship, Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut and more.
TSN NBA Analyst, Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to chat about what makes SGA so special on the offensive end, Shai’s underrated defensive impact, how the Nuggets have been able to even up their series against the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards’ ridiculous ceiling and if the Knicks have enough left in the tank.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt admits his lack of excitement for the Maple Leafs' search for a new head coach and breaks down why a bench boss won't solve Toronto's issues.
NHL on ESPN Studio Host, Arda Ocal joins Game Play to chat about the drama surrounding Sam Bennett in the Bruins-Panthers series, the gap between Boston and Florida, the scrum at the end of game three between the Canucks and Oilers, the need for Connor McDavid to win a Stanley Cup, and the Oilers' goaltending struggles.
MLB Writer for The Score, Josh Goldberg, joins Game Play to discuss the Jays needing to revamp their farm system, whether it is too early to be concerned about the Jays' early-season results, whether attendance will eventually be impacted by their performance, and what to expect from the Jays as they head into a stretch against the AL East.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why it's the perfect time for the WNBA to come to Toronto. Then Matt is joined by Forbes Raptors writer Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss what's next for the Raptors after losing their lottery pick.
Raptors Writer for Forbes and Raptors Republic, Esfandiar Baraheni, joins Game Play to chat about the Raptors losing their lottery pick, the play of Anthony Edwards in Denver, and whether the Knicks have enough to overcome the Pacers.
On Monday's edition of Matt's Opening Thought, Matt gives credit to Larry Tanenbaum for bringing a WNBA team to Toronto at the perfect time for both the city and league.
TSN Basketball Analyst, Tamika Nurse what WNBA expansion means for the city of Toronto, the growth of women’s basketball in Canada, Canada’s WNBA talent, her collegiate basketball journey, the WNBA’s impact on young basketball players, Canadian involvement at major NCAA programs and Caitlin Clark's star power.
Toronto Star Sports Writer, Kevin McGran joins Game Play to chat about why the Leafs may need a Vezina-winning goaltender to compete, his biggest takeaways from Shanahan and Treliving's press conference, why the core four isn't a concern, and his top Leafs' head coaching candidates.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the failed era of the core four and why expectations might need to be tempered for the Leafs going forward.
ESPN Senior NHL Writer, Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to chat about the expectations for the Leafs' next head coach, Keefe's playoff shortcomings, Craig Berube's fit with the Leafs, Shanahan's future, why Marner should be moved out and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter at The Hockey News on Keefe's tenure in Toronto, the high turnover of head coaches in the NHL, the message being sent to Leafs players, what ultimately led to Keefe's firing, his expectations for Treliving and Shanahan's press conferences and more.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about Sheldon Keefe's fit with the New Jersey Devils and other potential landing spots, his level of surprise at Keefe's dismissal, what led to Keefe's firing, what level of blame the 'core four' should take and what to expect from Shanahan and Treliving.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Sheldon Keefe's tenure and how it relates to the level of toughness we're currently seeing from the best teams in the NBA Playoffs and Stanley Cup Playoffs.
CBS NBA Writer, James Herbert joins Game Play to chat about Jalen Brunson's incredible run of scoring, why Brunson reminds him of Allen Iverson, Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby playing against each other, Haliburton's scoring struggles, the Boston Celtics' road to the NBA Finals, and SGA's game 1 performance against the Mavericks.
n the second hour of Game Play, Ian Kennedy joins the show to preview the PWHL Playoffs, Farhan Lalji breaks down the matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Vanouver Canucks, and Producer Owen and Matt Cauz go back and forth between the best playoff atmospheres.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the OT wins for the Rangers and Avalanche, the great playoff atmosphere at MSG, the upcoming PWHL Playoffs, SGA and Dort stepping up against the Mavericks, and CBS NBA Writer James Herbert joins the show.
Ian Kennedy from The Hockey News joined Game Play to chat about what went into PWHL Toronto picking PWHL Minnesota as their first-round opponent, how big the gap is between the teams, and Minnesota's mentality as the series underdog.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist, Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to chat about where the blame should lie for the Leafs' playoff failure, why the powerplay struggled in the playoffs, Keefe's uncertain future, his biggest takeaways from the media availability and more.
The Athletic Staff Writer covering the Blue Jays, Kaitlyn Grath joins Game Play to chat about Manoah's shaky return, the Jays' level of trust in Manoah, why Bo Bichette is set to bounce back, Springer's uncertain future at the leadoff spot.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic Blue Jays writer Kaitlyn McGrath about what has led to the Jays' struggles at the plate. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to get his biggest takeaways from the Leafs' exit interviews on Monday.
Co-Host of the No Dunks Podcast, Tas Melas joins Game Play to chat about Jamal Murray's struggles and potential suspension, if the Timberwolves are the NBA's next dynasty, the Celtics' road to the NBA Finals, and if Brunson and the Knicks can continue their winning ways.
In Today’s Opening Thought, Matt shifts his attention to the Toronto Blue Jays after another failed Maple Leafs playoff run.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter, Mark Masters joins Game Play to chat about the biggest soundbites from Leafs media availability, the criticism surrounding Marner, Keefe's uncertain future, what he expects from Treliving and Shanahan, why the offence always struggles in the postseason and more.
Former Leaf and Co-Host of the Leafs Morning Take, Jay Rosehill joins Game Play to chat about what lies ahead for Tavares and Marner, his trust in Treliving, Shanahan's tenure in Toronto, the lack of offensive production in the playoffs and what needs to change in the summer.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at another playoff failure for the Toronto Maple Leafs and why large-scale change is needed.
TSN Hockey Analyst and OverDrive Co-Host, Jamie "Noodles" McLennan joins Game Play to chat about Woll's impact on the series, why the Leafs-Bruins series was destined to go seven, Toronto's powerplay struggles, the different types of pressure facing the Leafs and Bruins
Mark Kestecher, ESPN Radio Sportscaster, joined Game Play to discuss Joel Embiid's performance despite his health issues, whether or not a team can threaten the Celtics in the East, and whether the Timberwolves have a chance against the Nugggets.
Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL Writer, joined Game Play to discuss what's at stakes for both the Leafs and Bruins in game seven, Toronto not revealing injuries, the play of William Nylander since his return, and whether Leafs-Bruins was always destined to go seven games.
Join Matthew Cauz on today's edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Matt dives in on the pressure facing Brendan Shanahan, Sheldon Keefe, the Leafs core, and Jim Montgomery ahead of game seven.
Dom Luszczyszyn from the Athletic discusses the Leafs' struggles on home ice, their lack of playoff scoring, the performance of the first line without Auston Matthews, and whether Toronto should have started Joseph Woll earlier in the series.
Joe Haggerty from the Boston Sports Journal discusses the speculation around Auston Matthews' injury, the pressure on Jim Montgomery to close out a playoff series, and the play of David Pastrnak.
Join Matthew Cauz on today's edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Matt dives in on why fans should not go into playoff games with a negative mindset regarding their favourite team.
ESPN Radio Host and MSG Network Analyst on Tyrese Maxey's clutch run, New York's toughness, what lies ahead in the Knicks-Sixers series, Anunoby's impact and more.
Former NHLer and Stanley Cup champion, Devante Smith-Pelly joins Game Play to chat about being an unlikely playoff hero, the physical toll of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Leafs' showing some desperation and digging deep, and more.
Host of Locked on Leafs, Mike DiStefano aka. Al's Brother joins Game Play to chat about the small margins of playoff hockey, Joseph Woll stepping up, and how the Leafs were able to beat Swayman and keep Marchand quiet.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt gives flowers to the biggest contributor's in the Maple Leafs' game 5 victory over the Bruins, including the fans.
Sean McIndoe of the Athletic joined Game Play to discuss his article on his theory of why the Leafs struggle in the playoffs. McIndoe talked about the Leafs potentially not knowing how to get to a higher level and how Brad Marchand elevates his game when it matters.
Former NHL goalie Carter Hutton jumped on the show and shared his thoughts on Joseph Woll getting the nod in Game 5. He also detailed how the Leafs can disrupt Jeremy Swayman and his take on why Connor Hellebuyck is struggling against the Avalanche.
NBA writer for ESPN Tim Bontemps joined the show and gave his thoughts on the Knicks and 76ers series. He details how Jamal Murray is a confusing player and Bontemps comments on the changing of the guard happening in the NBA.
Join Matthew Cauz in another edition of Matt's Opening Thought. Today, Matt remarks that Game 5 could be the end of the Maple Leafs as we know it...
NBA Writer at the Athletic, Law Murray joins Game Play to chat about why OG Anunoby "doesn't lose", Jalen Brunson's impressive skillset, the future of the Phoenix Suns, the Timberwolves' experience and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter at the Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Auston Matthews' status ahead of game 5, the expectations surrounding Joseph Woll, why the same issues always arise for the Maple Leafs, how Marchand makes his impact felt and Toronto's comeback chances.
Senior NHL Writer at the Athletic, Rob Rossi joins Game Play to chat about why this Leafs core could stay intact, Toronto's lack of offence in the playoffs, Marner's fit with this current team, the Canucks' improbable turnaround and McDavid's place among the all-time greats.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the flaws in this Toronto Maple Leafs team and where those flaws stem from.
Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period, David Pagnotta joins Game Play to chat about if he expects the Leafs to bounce back, Swayman's dominance, what the Leafs need to do to bounce back, how Nylander's potential return impacts their offence and Connor Hellebuyck's struggles.
Fred Segal aka. Freezing Cold Takes joins Game Play to chat about the worst NFL Draft predictions, the reaction to the Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr., what the media gets wrong in their analysis, Kendrick Perkins' content and more.
Co-Founder of BetTheBoardPod and Analyst for CBS Sports HQ & NHL Puck Line, Todd Fuhrman joins Game Play to chat about how Nylander's potential return impacts the Leafs' offence, Boston's goalie rotation, his all-Canadian teams bet and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the biggest sports guilty pleasures and explains his love for the NFL Draft.
NBA writer for CBS Sports James Herbert gives us his take on Anthony Davis and Lebron James' reaction to their loss to Denver. He explains how much Knicks fans are getting behind this team and his thoughts on Luka Doncic's defense making headlines
VP of research and development at Sumer Sports Eric Eager joined Game Play to preview the NFL draft. Eager detailed how J.J. McCarthy shot up draft boards. He explained that media are generally higher on quarterbacks than NFL staff and the Vikings being likely to trade up.
TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters gives us the latest on William Nylander. He discusses the strangeness around his absence from the Leafs' lineup and Masters shares some stories about bumping into Leafs fans.
Join Matthew Cauz in today’s edition of Matt’s Opening Thought. Matt dives into all the criticism that Mitch Marner has received so far this playoffs.
NHL on TNT Host Liam McHugh joins Game Play to chat about Auston Matthews stepping up in the clutch, the Islanders' "all-time" Game 2 collapse, how Nylander's absence impacts the Leafs, Mark Stone's return and more.
Host of the Leafs Morning Take, Nick Alberga joins Game Play to chat about Brad Marchand's antics, Auston Matthews' "signature" playoff moment, Mitch Marner's lack of impact, William Nylander's absence, the Maple Leafs showing some scrappiness and more.
NY Times NBA Writer, Tania Ganguli joins Game Play to chat about the crazy endings in two of the NBA Playoff games last night, Jamal Murray's clutch gene, why friendship is important for the Knicks and why the Mavericks should be able to bounce back against the Clippers.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt recaps the best performers in the Leafs' Game 2 win over the Bruins and takes a deeper look at Auston Matthews' dominant performance.
TSN EDGE Betting Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about Joel Embiid playing through injury, LeBron James finally showing his age, Anthony Edwards' rise to superstar status and his best NBA props of the night.
Senior NHL Writer for ESPN, Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to chat about why Toronto's offence changes in the playoffs, why Boston are such a bad matchup for the Leafs, Auston Matthews' responsibility, Alexander Georgiev's struggles, Matt Rempe's stardom.
TSN 1050 Toronto Maple Leafs Colour Commentator, Jim Ralph joins Game Play to chat about the Leafs facing their old Playoff demons, special teams issues, the impact of Nylander's absence, Toronto's toughness and how it impacts their discipline and Keefe's confidence in Samsonov.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the Maple Leafs' 5-1 loss and takes a look at why the Maple Leafs' toughness isn't as real as some might have thought.
Host of VSiN PrimeTime, Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to chat about the difference in quality between the Eastern and Western conference, expectations for Embiid and the Sixers and why the Clippers should be favoured over the Mavs.
Former NHLer and Co-Host of the Leafs Morning Take, Jay Rosehill joins Game Play to chat about his level of concern when it comes to Toronto's 4-game skid, how missing out on 70 might impact Matthews, the significance a regular season campaign, Toronto’s biggest x-factor in the Playoffs and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at what's really at stake in the NHL tonight.
Publisher at Florida Hockey Now, George Richards joins Game Play to chat about the Panthers bouncing back from their Stanley Cup Final loss, Florida's preferred playoff opponent, Paul Maurice's reaction to Matthews' historic season, Tarasenko's fit and more.
Bleacher Report Writer Mo Dakhil joins Game Play to chat about how NBA teams prepare for the Playoffs, why some stars struggle in a 7-game series, the pressure facing the Suns and Clippers, the doubts surrounding OKC and more.
Fox Sports Radio Host, Martin Weiss joins Game Play to chat about the Lakers potentially trying to avoid the Nuggets, the doubts around SGA and the Thunder, why he's concerned for the Timberwolves and Jamal Murray's impact.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt touches on the significance of Matthews hitting 70 goals in a season and why individual accolades are important for both players and fans.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about the challenges of rebuilding, if Masai waited too long to trade Siakam and Anunoby, the Raptors' short-term plan, and 2024 NBA Draft scenarios.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Athletic, Jonas Siegel joins Game Play to chat about the debate surrounding the Hart Trophy, how Matthews' chase for 70 impacts the Leafs, Samsonov's short leash, Nylander's cool streak and what a game one lineup might look like.
Editorial Lead of Betting & Fantasy for the PGA Tour, Will Gray joins Game Play to chat about Verne Lundquist's tribute, what separates Scheffler from the rest of the field and how dominant he might be going forward, and why Rory McIlroy might never win at Augusta
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks ahead to a busy next few months in sports, and why you might want to take a break tonight before it gets busy.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the NBA All-Star Game was an embarrassment, even by regular All-Star Game standards. Then Matt is joined by Spotrac NBA Analyst, Keith Smith, recaps All-Star Weekend and looks ahead to the unofficial second half of the season.
USA Today NFL Writer Jarrett Bailey joined Game Play to chat about why Jim Harbaugh is exactly what the Chargers need, where Herbert ranks among the elite NFL QB's, why the Chiefs' playoff experience could be a difference maker, the pressure facing Lamar Jackson and the Ravens and more.
NFL Network Analyst Marc Ross joined Game Play to discuss Jordan Love's rise, Green Bay's continued success at the QB position, the future of the Bills and Cowboys, why Bill Belichick isn't attracting offers, the historic run from the Baltimore Ravens and more.
Forbes NBA Writer Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to chat about James Harden's fit with the Clippers, how Harden is viewed by fans and media alike, Scottie Barnes' future as a point guard, if Bruce Brown will land with a contender and why OG Anunoby is a difference maker in New York and more.
ESPN NHL Writer, Ryan S. Clark joins Game Play to chat about Connor Bedard's unique shot release, Craig Berube's firing, the biggest questions for the Jets, Oilers, Leafs and Canucks and the new NHL All-Star Skills Competition.
LA Dodgers Writer for The Athletic, Fabian Ardaya joins Game Play to chat about how Shohei Ohtani's contract compares to the biggest MLB contracts, the Dodgers' pursuit of Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow and if the Dodgers could become the most hated team in baseball.
Host of the Locked on Fantasy Basketball Podcast, Josh Lloyd joins Game Play to chat about Scottie Barnes' rise, the future of OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's number one fantasy basketball ranking and more.
National NHL Writer for The Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to discuss if John Tavares has lived up to his contract, the future contracts of William Nylander and Sam Reinhart, why some elite players don't get paid what they're worth, the Leafs' goaltending situation moving forward and more.
BarDown Content Creator, Jordan Cicchelli joins Game Play to chat about the plane-tracking drama on Friday, why Toronto should be considered a major free-agent destination, the rumours surrounding Cody Bellinger's free agency, the impact of social media on athletes and more.
Senior Baseball Writer for The Athletic, Keith Law joins Game Play to chat about the chaos on Friday surrounding Shohei Ohtani's free agency saga, Ohtani's value to the Dodgers, why Blue Jays fans should be positive, Cody Bellinger's fit with Toronto and more.
TSN NBA Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to chat about how the Raptors can bounce back against the Pacers, why he expects Gary Trent Jr. to find a rhythm soon, the Indiana's "video-game" offence and subpar defence, Jrue Holiday going up against his former team and more.
Shannon Skanes aka "The Hockey Guy" joins Game Play to chat about why he expects the Oilers to turn things around, if the Leafs can land Patrick Kane, how the Florida Panthers can beat the Boston Bruins tonight and other storylines across the NHL.
Leylah Fernandez joins Game Play to chat about her reaction to Canada's Billie Jean King Cup victory, the importance of family, playing under pressure, focusing on attitude over results, Ritz's "All Flavours Welcome" campaign and her mentality heading into 2024.
USA Today NFL Writer, Jarrett Bailey joins Game Play to chat about C.J Strouds impressive rookie campaign, how far can the Ravens go, why the Dolphins struggle against quality opponents, the Bills' playoff chances and more.
NBA Bleacher Report Writer, Mo Dakhil joins Game Play to chat about Scottie Barnes making "the jump", what it takes to be a star in the NBA, Victor Wembanyama's insane defensive impact, the consequences of the James Harden trade and more.
National NHL Writer for the Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about Ryan Reaves' lack of impact, issues with depth scoring, the possibility of Nylander playing at centre, why it's difficult to play with stars and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by NFL Network analyst, Marc Ross. to wrap up Week 2 in the NFL and discuss the severity of Nick Chubb's season-ending knee injury. Then Matt talks to NHL.com senior writer Dan Rosen ahead of NHL training camps getting underway across the league.
Fantasy Writer for RotoBaller Adam Koffler joins Game Play to chat about the fantasy impact of Aaron Rodgers' injury, risers and fallers heading into week two, waiver-wire pickups and high-owned players that you might consider benching.
Bo Wulf, Eagles Writer for AllPhly.com joins Game play to chat about key injuries heading into the Eagles' matchup against the Vikings, if Cousins can survive in the pocket with limited protection, biggest takeaway from week one, biggest concerns from an Eagles perspective and more.
Blue Jackets Writer for The Athletic Aaron Portzline joins Game Play to chat about the statements from Mike Babcock,, Boone Jenner and others, why veterans and rookies might react differently to Babcock, expectations for the Blue Jackets going forward and more.
Yahoo! Sports Blue Jays Writer Ethan Diamandas joins Game Play to chat about if the Jays can still make a run late in the season, why Toronto's bats have gone quiet, the situation surrounding Alek Manoah, and the up-and-down nature of the season.
TSN 1050 Radio Analyst Warren Ward joined Game Play to chat about how the NBA's new rules around resting stars impacts fans and players, expectations for Victor Wembanyama for his rookie year, trade rumours swirling around Pascal Siakam and why Damian Lillard's age makes the difference in trade talks.
Blue Jays writer and podcaster Drew Fairservice joins Game Play on what's gone wrong for the Blue Jays against the Rangers, Vladimir Guerrero J.R's problems at the plate, why the Jays can't deliver in the clutch, upcoming UFA's and why he doesn't think Toronto will be aggressive in the offseason.
ESPN New York 98.7 Host Jake Asman joins Game Play to chat about the cruel history of the New York Jets, if Zach Wilson will be a starter moving forward, why the Bills struggle in close games and the Jets' chances against the Cowboys.
TSN MMA Reporter Aaron Bronsteter joins Game Play to chat about the top 10 female UFC fighters of all-time, Ronda Rousey's legacy, Amanda Nunes' dominance, Sean Strickland's upset win over Israel Adesanya and when we might see Conor McGregor fight again.
NHL Reporter Kristen Shilton joins Game Play to chat about her initial reaction to the Babcock phone controversy, why she wasn't surprised, next steps for the Columbus Blue Jackets, why winning solves everything and why the controversy won't go away anytime soon.
TSN Betting Analyst Evan Render joins Game Play to chat about why he thinks it will be hard for the Cowboys to cover against the Jets, why he expects the Giants to bounce back, why there's no value in Blue Jays futures bets and more.
Senior MLB Writer for the Athletic Tim Britton joined Game Play to chat about the importance of tonight's matchup between the Blue Jays and Rangers, how the Jays can get to Max Scherzer, Chris Bassitt's tenure with the Jays, Alek Manoah's struggles, what's gone right and wrong for the Jays this season and more.
TSN Edge Senior Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joined Game Play to chat about how NFL betting has changed after Aaron Rodgers' injury, Josh Allen's disappointing performance, the betting landscape in the AFC East, finding value combining the MLB and NFL favourites and more.
TSN Broadcaster Farhan Lalji joins Game Play to chat about Aaron Rodgers going down with an achilles injury, why Josh Allen has too much of a load to carry for the Bills, disappointment surrounding the Seattle Seahawks and if Quinn Hughes is the right captain for the Canucks.
Canada Basketball President and CEO Michael Bartlett joined Game Play to chat about creating "where were you" moments, the growth in all age groups throughout the program, his five-year plan, what makes Jordi Fernandez special, the rise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and more.
NFL.com Writer and NFL Network Reporter Judy Battista joined Game Play to chat about what she's looking for in tonight's MNF matchup, Aaron Rogers' improved demeanor in New York, Jordan Love's great start in Green Bay, the chemistry between Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill and more.
MLB Staff Writer for The Athletic Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to chat about expectations for the Blue Jays in their upcoming series against the Rangers, Jordan Romano's mentality, Davis Schneider's improbable run and his influence around the clubhouse and more.
Bardown's Jesse Pollock joined Game Play to chat about fantasy football drama, why Leafs fans should be happy about the Auston Matthews extension, Quinn Hughes' captaincy announcement, if the Winnipeg Jets can make the playoffs and more.
Betting Analyst for Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to chat about all of the fallout from the first NFL Sunday, his best plays for Monday Night Football, why you can find value in sports other than football right now and his MLB best bet.
FIBA Commentator and Writer for the Sporting News Carlan Gay joins Game Play to chat about Canada's unsung heroes at the FIBA World Cup, why Jordi Fernandez is so valuable, the importance of the CEBL, expectations for Paris 2024 and more.
Host of the DFA Pod, Josh Goldberg joins Game Play to chat about what Bo Bichette's return means, the Blue Jays' lack of power, expectations for the roster going forward, the importance of beating AL East competition and more.
Host of the Locked On Raptors Podcast, Sean Woodley joins Game Play to chat about why Canada fell short, how the program has improved, his pick for tournament MVP, Jordi Fernandez's influence and Dennis Schroder's fit with the Raptors.
USA Today NFL Writer, Jarrett Bailey joins Game Play to chat about Travis Kelce's absence, Kadarius Toney's struggles, why Mike Evans would be a great fit in Kansas City, Amon-Ra St. Brown and other standouts for Detroit, Andy Reid's decision making and more.
Digital Contributor for Action Network and Tennis Bets, Kenny Ducey joins Game Play to preview both of the men's semi-final matchups at the US Open, Ben Shelton's "Cinderella" run, how Sabalenka and Gauff matchup and more.
ESPN 1530 Cincinnati Host Mo Egger joins Game Play for Day 4 of NFL team previews! Egger shares his thoughts on why he expects Joe Burrow to be ready for Week 1 despite injuring his calf last week, how the Bengals will approach potential contract extensions for Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, why the AFC North will likely be the best division in football, and more.
Senior NHL Writer for the Athletic Rob Rossi joins Game Play to talk about how Kyle Dubas was hired by the Pittsburgh Penguins, why the Hextall and Burke era didn't work, how Dubas will steer the ship going forward and how Head Coach Mike Sullivan and Dubas will work together.
ESPN NHL Reporter Ryan S. Clark joined Game Play to chat about all of the injuries revealed after the Stanley Cup Playoffs, how Vegas built a championship team after missing the playoffs the year before, Auston Matthews' future, the Leafs' offseason challenges and more.
Head of Baseball and Host of Fantasy MLB Today at Sports Ethos Joe Orrico joined Game Play to chat about Alek Manoah and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s disappointing fantasy production, why he has Kevin Gausman first in his fantasy pitcher rankings, Ohtani's insane two-way impact and more.
Grey Cup Champion and Toronto Argonauts Defensive Back Jamal Peters joins Game Play to chat about his best memory from last year's Grey Cup win, getting over mistakes, how he discovered his football talent, the toughest receivers he's had to cover, coming back from injuries, his LeBron James fandom and more.
Covers.com Sports Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins Game Play and he gets into Shohei Ohtani reaching his peak as a pitcher, some props he likes for tonight's MLB slate, Rickie Fowler's insane first round at the US Open, and players he likes in the tournament.
Co-Host of the Green Room Podcast and ESPN Radio Co-Host Harrison Sanford joined Game Play to chat about his love for Toronto, Danny Green's broadcasting career, what Joel Embiid can learn from Nikola Jokic and Nick Nurse, the trade rumours surrounding Bradley and Pascal Siakam and more.
Sportsbook Review Sports Betting Analyst Neil Parker joins Game Play and breaks down the tough turnaround for Nick Taylor this week, betting philosophy for the US Open, some of his favourite player bets, his power rankings, and his love for Brooks Koepka.
TSN SportsCentre Reporter Matthew Scianitti joins Game Play to talk about Quarterback play in the CFL, Chad Kelly's offseason work, the next step for John Herdman and Canada Men's Soccer and more.
With the NHL and NBA seasons coming to an end, now begins the "Summer of speculation". In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz takes a look at the expiring contracts of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Pascal Siakam and O.G Anunoby.
TSN Senior Sports Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins GamePlay to chat about his early prediction for the 2024 Stanley Cup winner, tonight's MLB slate, why the Jays fell to the Orioles last night and who you should bet on to win the 2023 World Series.
Gameday HQ Senior Sports Writer Frank Ammirante joins Game Play to talk about the pressure on the Blue Jays heading into their playoff push, how likely they are to secure a wild card spot, if the Jays should dive into the trade market, his dark horse for the World Series and more.
TSN 1050 Raptors Analyst Warren Ward joins Game Play to chat about what Darko Rajakovic brings to the Raptors, how a European coach can bring a different outlook, why the Nick Nurse era ran out of time, which player will benefit the most from Rajakovic and how the Raptors can develop into a championship contendrer once again.
SDPN NBA Reporter and CEBL Sideline Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to chat about his reaction to Darko Rajakovic's introductory press conference, why the Raptors could be going younger, Siakam's future, why he thinks the Raptors will re-sign VanVleet and Denver's dominant playoff run.
Shannon "The Hockey Guy" Skanes joins Game Play to chat about how the Golden Knights have been able to solve Bobrovsky, Matthew Tkachuk's status, Connor Hellebuyck's future, why the Leafs haven't been able to get over the hump and more.
Bailey Freeman, better known as Foolish Baseball joins Game Play to chat about how the Blue Jays have stayed in the AL playoff picture, Greg Maddux's iconic 78-pitch complete game, Shohei Ohtani's workload, why the Mets have struggled and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the Denver Nuggets' Championship run and what Masai Ujiri and the Raptors can learn from it.
ESPN Radio Sportscaster Mark Kestecher joins Game Play to break down Fred VanVleet's future and a possible reunion with Nick Nurse, Nikola Jokic's dominance in the playoffs, if the Denver Nuggets can clinch the title tonight, the return of "Playoff" Jamal Murray and more.
Golf Talk Canada Host Mark Zecchino joins Game Play to discuss Nick Taylor's iconic Canadian Open victory, his radio call of the 72-foot putt, why Taylor was more ready than other Canadians, Adam Hadwin getting tackled by security and more.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about what Darko Rajakovic brings to the Raptors, how Rajakovic could unlock Scottie Barnes, if he thinks the Denver Nuggets can close out the NBA Finals in Game 5 and if Jamal Murray is Canada's best player.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down Nick Taylor's historic Canadian Open victory and why we shouldn't compare it to other iconic Canadian sports moments.
Soccer Staff Writer for The Athletic Jeff Reuter breaks down the offers made for Lionel Messi, why he chose Inter Miami's lucrative deal, and the impact it will have on MLS.
SBRReview Sports Betting Analyst Jon Metler gets into why Miami should be the favourite tonight, how to contain Nikola Jokic, and why he's the clear Finals MVP if Denver wins.
Writer for FloridaHockeyNow.com and 7SportsExtra George Richards gets into the adjustments the Panthers made to win game 3, how they stayed disciplined, and their resiliency.
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to get into the Blue Jays' series opener against the Twins, tips for betting on pinch hitters, and his pick to win the Stanley Cup.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz discusses Canada's 30-year Stanley Cup drought, and the outlook for Canadian teams going forward.
SDN Network NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni joins the show to discuss if coaching is the reason for the Raptors poor bench play from this season, why the construction of the roster made it extremely difficult for the Raptors to attain success and which Raptor is the organization’s X-factor in how much the team improves.
Senior Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss betting on Game 3 for the Leafs, what the over/under betting line should be, how to bet the NHL slate tonight, Conn Smythe underdogs, Draistail betting and betting against the Oakland A's at home the rest of the season.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to discuss the culture around the Raptors after Nurse's firing, the lack of consistent bench for the team and what the team needs to do ahead of next season in order to compete.
Leafs Radio Analyst Jim Ralph joins the show to discuss the stark difference between game 1 and 2, how different the Lightning looked without Hedman and Cernak, what stood out from the Leafs, how the goals have been scored and Vasilevskiy not looking as good as the past.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down Nick Nurse's tenure as the Raptors head coach after he was let go by the team. He looks at what caused it and where the team needs to go next.
TSN Edge Betting and Fantasy Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about the struggles of the Miami Heat, the uncertainty of the Bucks and Grizzlies, Game 3 between the Kings and Warriors and more.
National NHL Writer for the Athletic, Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about Keefe's lineup decisions, how the Leafs can respond, where he ranks the Lightning among the NHL's elite and more.
Leafs Reporter for Sports Illustrated and the Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about Michael Bunting's suspension, the mood around the team, the future of the core four and if Samsonov should be given the chance to bounce back.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the Leafs' underperforming players from game 1 and compares them to classic movie characters.
Toronto Blue Jays podcaster and writer on the Long Way From Sunlight, Drew Fairservice joins Game Play to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s return to the diamond and his impact on both sides, Yusei Kikuchi's solid Spring Training and Canada's explosion of runs against Great Britain at the World Baseball Classic
Maple Leafs Writer for the Toronto Star, Kevin McGran joins Game Play to discuss the Maple Leafs' impressive victory over the Edmonton Oilers, the 'core-four''s impactful role in the final stretch of the season, Marner's highly touted two-way game and the matchup against the Buffalo Sabres
TSN EDGE Senior Betting Analyst, Domenic Padula joins Game Play to discuss the teeming quarterback market and how it may affect the betting market, Jimmy Garoppolo signing in Las Vegas, the Maple Leafs looking to tower over the Sabres and his early picks at the March Madness tournament
Toronto Sun Leafs reporter Terry Koshan joins the show to discuss who the defensive corp could be to start the playoffs, the depth of the roster, if Ryan O'Reilly's hand could affect his play after returning, who the goalie will be this weekend, on the new look lines, how the new guys have filled in and who could be paired come playoff time.
NBA reporter from the Steve Dangle Podcast Network Esfandiar Baraheni joins the show to discuss the Raptors struggles late in games, how the team expectations have changed, how players roles have been adjusted throughout the season, how the bench has hurt them the most and who could be in the NBA Final.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to former NFL QB and host of VSiN Primetime, Shaun King, about Lamar Jackson's situation in Baltimore and if Aaron Rodgers is a good fit in New York. Then Tatti is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour analyst Jevohn Shepherd to discuss Jakob Poeltl's impact on the team and what to expect from the game tonight against the Clippers.
TSN Raptors Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins the show to discuss why the team has been so frustration this season, Poeltl`s impact on the team, losing games late, playing refreshed vs tired, misinterpreted refereeing calls and what to expect from the game tonight vs the Clippers.
Former NFL QB and VSin Primetime host Shaun King joins the show to discuss his favourite QB story this offseason, Lamars situation in Baltimore, if Aaron Rodgers is a good fit in New York or somewhere else, if Daniel Jones new contract in good for the Giants, Carr`s new contract and how Geno Smith earned his contract with the Seahawks.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of the show, Jim Tatti talks to "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter about the Leafs' win against the Devils and how the lines might look over the next few weeks. Then Tatti brings back his signature segment, "Yes Guy, No Guy".
SI's Leafs Reporter David Alter joins the show to discuss the recent road trip, how the new guys have been settling (or not settling) in, the McCabe acquisition, how the defensive pairings could shake out down the stretch, how deep the forward group is and how the trade deadline is the best determining factor for many teams.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by NFL Network analyst Dave Dameshek to discuss Lamar Jackson's franchise tag and Aaron Rodgers being courted by the New York Jets. Then Matt talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about how Scott Foster continues to make problems for the NBA and his favourite bets for the NFL Draft.
Covers.com Betting analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss Rodgers meeting with the Jets, how Scott Foster continues to make problems for the NBA, how the Raptors have been confusing, his favourite bets for the Draft and more.
NFL Network Analyst and Host of the Minus-3 podacast Dave Dameshek joins the show to discuss the Leafs matching with the Lightning in the playoffs again, Oscar Awards, Lamar's franchise tag, Rodgers being courted by the Jets and discussing other QB's moving around the league.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into he biggest QB storylines around the NFL, as well as some of the major questions from this offseason. Then Matt and Producer Nick rank the top things they'd like to see from the Leafs down the stretch in this week's "Tuesday Top-Five".
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the biggest QB storylines around the NFL this offseason. Which QB's are going to be tagged? Who has earned a big pay day (or who thinks they have)? Where will Aaron Rodgers end up? All this and more inside Matt's Opening Thought.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic Blue Jays writer Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s knee injury and what it could mean for him moving forward. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about the shift in NHL Stanley Cup odds and how to bet on the Senators down the stretch.
TSN Edge founder and Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins the show to discuss the upset odds in the NBA, how the NHL title odds are significantly different, the impact of emotional letdown in betting, how injuries have affected recent odds, how to bet the Senators down the stretch,
The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath joins the show to discuss Valldy's injury and what it could mean moving forward, Kevin Gausman's adjustment to the balk rule, how the new rules are affecting players so far, missing John Gibbons and Jose Bautista's inclusion in the level of Excellence.
TSN MMA Reporter Aaron Bronsteter to discuss UFC 285 and Jon Jones victory, how impressive Jones' submission was over Gane, how this impact's Jones legacy, what it what it means for the Heavyweight division and who is Jones' next opponent.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz makes a case for Nikola Jokic being the best player in the NBA. Then Matt is joined by TSN MMA reporter Aaron Bronsteter to discuss Jon Jones' big win over Cyril Gane and what this means for the future of the UFC Heavyweight Division.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt focuses on the case for Nikola Jokic to be the best player in the NBA. His stats seem to back it up his case, but why is Jokic never talked about as the best? Jokic has shown he is elite, what would it take him for to get into consideration? Matt breaks it all down.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss which teams to bet on post-trade deadline and which underdog teams might have big games this weekend. Then Matt talks to TSN hockey analyst Martin Biron about this year's trade deadline followed by SportsCentre anchor Jennifer Hedger about what it was like shooting "Bad for Bedard".
Scortscentre Host and member of tradecentre Jennifer Hedger joins the show to discuss what it was like at tradecentre on deadline day, what it was like working with Bruce Boudreau, what the Bad for Bedard music video shooting was like and how much better the NHL would be without conference seeding in the playoffs.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how this year's trade deadline was all about one team: The Boston Bruins. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's James Mirtle to discuss why people wanted Kyle Dubas to do more ahead of the trade deadline and whether or not he actually did enough to prepare the Leafs for the playoffs.
Senior Betting Analyst at covers.com Josh inglis joins the show to discuss which teams to bet on post trade deadline, which underdogs teams might have big games this weekend, McDavid's potential historical night his favourite bets for tonight and how to bet on the World Baseball Classic.
Senior Editor at the Athletic James Mirtle joins the show to discuss how impressive the Bruins have been this year, how weird it is that people want the Leafs to do more, if Dubas could have done more, how the big boys need to step up and who needs to step up to get to the next round
In today's opening Thought, Matt looks at how this year's trade deadline was all about one team... The Boston Bruins. Every trade and pick that was moved was due to the fact the Bruins are as good as they are. He looks at what all this means for the betting odds and what fans should watch for.
Canadian sprinter and six-time Olympic medalist, Andre De Grasse joins Game Play to discuss serving as the honorary co-chair of the Kids Help Phone fundraising campaign Feel Out Loud, the movement of supporting youth mental health and his journey in preparation for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Founder and Director of P3 Performance, Dr. Marcus Elliott, to discuss the importance of performance enhancement on developing elite athletes and how sports science impacts professional athletes. Then Matt talks to six-time Canadian Olympic medalist, Andre De Grasse, about his Kids Help Phone campaign and preparing for next year's Summer Olympics in Paris.
Founder and Director of P3, Dr. Marcus Elliott joins Game Play to discuss the importance of performance enhancement on developing elite athletes, the impact of training, building optimal strength and across the professional sports and how their peak performance utilizes advanced sports science.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his favourite "super-fun" hypothetical trades ahead of tomorrow's NHL trade deadline. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Lance Hornsby to recap the Oilers' rout over the Leafs and preview tonight's matchup against the Calgary Flames.
Sports Writer for the Toronto Sun, Lance Hornby joins Game Play to discuss the Oilers' rout over the Maple Leafs, preview the matchup against the Calgary Flames, Toronto's necessity to have depth at goaltending, the newest additions on the roster and more
In today's Opening Thought, Matt discusses his 'super-fun' and hypothetical trades throughout the National Hockey League. From shipping Sidney Crosby up to Canada, and Alex Ovechkin to the Minnesota Wild, Matt goes around the NHL and lists his favourite trades.
Host on SiriusXM NBA Radio and former Assistant Directior of Basketball Operations executive with the Phoenix Suns, Amin Elhassan joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Raptors in the second half and what their ceiling is, Kevin Durant on the Phoenix Suns and the direction of the Los Angeles Lakers this season
Co-Founder of the Bet The Board Podcast and Analyst for CBS, Todd Fuhrman joins Game Play to discuss the latest around the betting markets across the National Hockey League. Fuhrman discusses how the Maple Leafs' additions will affect betting and wagers, the futures picks in the Eastern Conference and the NHL Awards this season
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by SiriusXM NBA radio host Amin Elhassan to discuss the biggest storylines from around the league. Then Matt talks to Co-Founder of the Bet The Board Podcast and CBS analyst, Todd Fuhrman, about the futures market in the NHL and teams with the most betting value across the league.
Host of the Edmonton Oilers' pre and post Game Show on TSN 1260 Edmonton, Tom Gazzola, joins Game Play to discuss Connor McDavid's exceptional and historical point-scoring season, the Oilers' matchup against the Maple Leafs, the deal involving Mattias Ekholm and the Oilers' approach at the trade deadline
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by NFL Network analyst Charles Davis to discuss the biggest storylines as the NFL Scouting Combine begins. Then Matt talks to TSN 1260's Tom Gazzola about tonight's matchup between the Oilers and Leafs and if Edmonton has any more moves in store ahead of the trade deadline.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt circles around the Toronto Maple Leafs' flurry of movement approaching the NHL's trade deadline, the acquisitions of Ryan O'Reilly, Erik Gustafsson, Jake McCabe, Sam Lafferty Luke Schenn and Noel Acciari and how Kyle Dubas' 'all-in' mode approach is a full 'Godfather' analogy.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt dives into the news and notes around the Maple Leafs recent moves, how Kyle Dubas is in 'all-in' mode and what the ceiling will be for Toronto approaching the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Director and Producer at NFL Films for the Netflix docuseries 'Quarterback', Matt Dissinger joins Game Play to discuss the journey of Patrick Mahomes' triumphant season, the behind-the-scenes of covering Mahomes throughout the year, the key moments for the Kansas City Chiefs and more featured in the docuseries.
NHL Staff Writer for The Athletic and Co-Host of the Too Many Men Podcast, Shayna Goldman joins Game Play to discuss the flurry of deals leading up to the NHL Trade Deadline. Goldman discusses the Maple Leafs' recent acquisitions and her views of the lineup, Patrick Kane being dealt to the New York Rangers and more trade deadline news across the National Hockey League.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic NHL staff writer, Shayna Goldman, about the flurry of trade movement ahead of the deadline and the Maple Leafs' recent acquisitions. Then Matt is joined by director and producer at NFL Films for the Netflix docuseries "Quarterback" Matt Dissinger, to discuss the views through the lens of Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Marcus Mariota during the 2022 season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to get into all the betting angles for the Raptors' matchup against the Chicago Bulls and betting for the NFL Draft. Then Matt and Producer Josh list their top athletes who should have their own documentary in this week's "Tuesday Top-Five".
Senior Betting Analyst at Covers.com, Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss the betting trends for the Toronto Raptors and Chicago Bulls matchup, Fred VanVleet, DeMar DeRozan and OG Anunoby as players to watch, and how MLB's new rules could be beneficial in the betting scheme including totals, walks and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Toronto Sun columnist Steve Buffery to discuss how covering sports has changed and his favourite sports memories as a journalist. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about how to bet on Auston Matthews goal props moving forward, what other trades we could expect coming up before the deadline.
TSN Edge Founder and Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins the show to discuss a potential new playoff format, how to bet the Western Conference, Colorado getting healthy, how to bet on Matthews goal props moving forward, what other trades we could expect coming up to the deadline and how the Bruins are going to affect the betting lines the rest of the season.
Toronto Sun Sports Columnist Steve Buffery joins the show to discuss how tough it was to be a writer during COVID, how different it was covering sports when he started vs now, getting to know players and coaches better in the past, covering the Olympics and some of his favourite memories covering sports.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt is joined by Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard to discuss what it was like playing in the NBA Rising Stars Challenge and his favourite moments from his first year in the NBA so far. Then Matt talks to TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters about where newly acquired defenceman Jake McCabe might fit into the Leafs' lineup.
TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins the show to discuss the Matthews and Marner connection, how much having Marner on a different line has affected Matthews this year, how tough the path to the Stanley Cup Finals is for the Leafs, how weak the Western Conference is this season and where McCabe could fit into the lineup.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard joins the show to discuss watching historic moments happen in the NBA as a player, guarding players like Dame and Curry, playing in the Rising Stars competition, how important his parents were in his career, what the biggest adjustment going from NCAA to the NBA, how important sleep is for a professional athlete, the recent game against the Lakers and what it is like being a Rookie for the Pacers organization.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the recent trades in the NHL and how the East is becoming the beast conference. He pitches the idea of a new format to the playoffs and why it would be a significant improvement on the current one. Would you prefer a top 16 playoffs as opposed to the current East vs West?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic NFL reporter Mike Sando to do a deep dive on the large amount of quarterback news breaking so far this offseason. Then Matt shares his bets for tonight's Leafs game and why he thinks they're going to walk all over the Wild.
The Athletic's NFL Reporter Mike Sando joins the show to discuss Russell Wilson potentially asking for Pete Carroll to be fired, what happened in Seattle, what Lamar's situation in Baltimore, what we could see in a new Lamar deal, if Carr and the Jets is not a good fit and what the proper number is for Daniel Jones
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how important Jakob Poeltl might actually be for the Raptors. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Evan Render to discuss the Eastern Conference Wild Card race and how much the Bruins improved by acquiring Dimitry Orlov.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Evan Render joins the show to discuss the Eastern Conference Wild Card race, how the Bruins improved with the Orlov trade, how a potential Kane trade has impacted the betting markets, why the Rangers are so dangerous even without Kane and who has been overhyped ahead of the deadline in the value market
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at how important Jakob Poeltl might actually be for the Raptors. Since being acquired he has had success with the team and offers a new dimension to the half court offense and defense. Could the old be new again in Toronto? Check out what Matt thinks.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by ESPN senior MLB writer David Schoenfield to discuss the Jays' acquisition of Daulton Varsho and if he would take the Jays' over or under ahead of the season. Then Matt talks to The Edge's Wesley Cheng about how the Raptors can be successful in the second half of the season.
TSN Edge Betting Guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the Raptors second half, what needs to happen in the second half, Scottie's recent play and how to bet on his second half props, some bets from around the NBA tonight and how you can bet mid season win totals.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Raptors' tough schedule good play into their favour. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Maple Leafs reporter Jonas Siegel to discuss why Ryan O'Reilly has changed the narrative surrounding the Leafs' inability to perform under pressure.
ESPN Senior MLB writer David Schoenfield joins the show to discuss the Jays acquisition of Daulton Varsho, the impact of the no shifting rule, who the biggest player for the Blue Jays, which player returning from injury is more impactful and if he would take the Jays over or under ahead of the season.
The Athletic's Leafs Reporter Jonas Siegel joins the show to discuss about the most interesting storylines surrounding the Leafs, why O'Reilly has changed the narrative, what the fourth line could look like now, how important it will be for the team to try and fill the void left by Muzzin and if the Leafs have the most pressure to go on a long playoff run.
In Today's Opening Thought, Matt looks ahead to the remainder of the Raptors schedule and why the tough schedule could be a good thing for the team. If they fail, its the 5th toughest schedule. If they succeed it puts them on a positive heading into the playoffs. Which is more likely? matt considers it all.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan about Jake Muzzin's injury update and how the Leafs could use the LTIR space it created. Then Matt is joined by TSN's Kenzie Lalonde to discuss how impressive Canada's comeback has been so far in the Rivalry Series against the US.
TSN Women's Hockey play by play voice Kenzie LaLonde joins the show to discuss the Canada/US Rivalry Series, how impressive Canada's comeback has been so far, how the teams are using this series, how game 7 could play out and why the big players always show up for these games.
Toronto Sun Leaf Reporter Terry Koshan joins the show to discuss Jake Muzzin's injury update, how the Leafs could use the LTIR space this creates, what the team might be looking for and what the best lineup could look like.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the USA-Canada Rivalry Series ahead of tonight's deciding Game 7. He looks at how we got here and what to expect in the deciding game. Then Matt is joined by LA Times baseball reporter Mike DiGiovanna to discuss the Shohei Ohtani situation in Los Angeles and how much pressure is on the Angels to succeed this season.
LA Times Reporter Mike DiGiovanna joins the show to discuss the Shohei Ohtani situation in LA, how much pressure LA has to succeed this season, what this could mean for Trout and where the blame lies with the team.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt delves deep into the Rivalry Series ahead of tonight's deciding game 7. He looks at how we got here and what to expect in the decisive game. Could we see another instant classic in the series? See what Matt has to say.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Sports Illustrated's Tom Verducci about how the MLB's new rules will impact the pace of play. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss betting on the XFL this year and what he made of the NBA All-Star Game's lack of effort.
Senior Betting Analyst from Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss betting on the XFL this year, if any rules from the new XFL should be pulled into the NFL or CFL, the NBA All-Star weekend lack of effort, what he thinks the realistic chances of the Raps making the play-in and which way the Jays win-total should go.
SI Writer and MLB Network Analyst Tom Verducci joins the show to discuss the career of Tim McCarver, what is the biggest story with the new changes, how the new rules will affect the pace of play and the players themselves, which team has the most pressure on them and and his general thoughts about the Blue Jays chances in the AL East.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how how poor the NBA All-Star game was and what it means in the grander scheme of things. Then Matt is joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter for SI.com, David Alter, to discuss the Ryan O'Reilly trade and how it will affect the Maple Leafs moving forward.
SI Leafs Reporter David Alter joins the show to discuss the Ryan O'Reilly trade, how it will affect the team moving forward, how it has worked so far with the new look second line, how the Leafs have gone about their business this deadline and what happened in their loss to Chicago.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at how poor the NBA All-Star game was and what it means in the larger picture. With players missing games consistently and fans starting to take offence to it, where could this eventually lead? How big of an issue is this? Matt breaks it all down and goes into what it could mean.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell about Bo Bichette's new contract and what he expects from him this season. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss Justin Fields taking on a lot of MVP bets for next year, why he likes the Rangers right now.
Founder and Senior Betting Analyst at Covers.com Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss Justin Fields taking on a lot of MVP bets for next year, why he likes the Rangers right now, how bad the teams in California are right now, why the Blackhawks keep losing and gets Matt going about wine.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins the show to discuss if Berrios or Springer in more important to the Jays this season, Bo Bichette's new contract, what arbitration can do for players, Bichette's outlook for this season, how much better he can be and how the new MLB rules will affect key members of the Blue Jays.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the new-look XFL and how important betting will be to solidify the league. Then Matt is joined by Raptors radio play-by-play voice, Paul Jones, live from Utah to discuss the NBA All-Star Weekend and what the Raps need to do down the stretch.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the new look XFL and how important betting will be to solidify the league. With an increased focus on betting over the past year, Matt breakdowns how the league should lean into that aspect of the game.
Hour two of First Up with Aaron Korolnek and Carlo Colaiacovo kicks off with the discussion of Tiger Woods' first round at the Genesis Invitational and the Toronto Maple Leafs heading into the weekend. Then, Producer Josh hops on the mic for 'Pigeon or Peacock' before closing out the hour as Darren Dreger joins to discuss the trade chips of Patrick Kane, Colton Parayko and the Calgary Flames' rough patch
TSN EDGE Analyst, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to preview his favourite selections for the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend from Utah, giving his insights for the Skills Competition, Three Point Contest and the Slam Dunk Contest, the Toronto Raptors' stance heading into the break and Nikola Jokic standing atop of the NBA MVP betting odds.
PWHPA player and LA Kings scout, Blake Bolden joins Game Play to discuss her sensational career ranging from on and off the ice, creating her own initiatives to educate young girls, becoming a role model by breaking barriers and blazing her own trail after becoming the first African-American female scout in the NHL.
Canadian Olympic swimming phenom, Summer McIntosh joins Game Play to discuss her remarkable journey, her origin story of her launch to No.1 in the swimming world rankings, the preparation and training, her transition to moving to Florida and her noteworthy goals on track looking ahead to Summer Olympics.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays another edition of Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em with Producer Josh. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng about where the Raptors stand entering the All-Star break and the direction Toronto may be headed in the standings.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt goes around the horn in the NBA and pinpoints the Brooklyn Nets as the team he'd want to see excel in the association, headlined by revamped and full retool after swapping Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving in blockbuster trades with the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into which NBA team is the most fascinating right now and who he'd most cheer for to win a title. Then Matt is joined by Canadian Olympic swimming phenom, Summer McIntosh, to discuss her remarkable journey and the incredible rise in the world rankings followed by PWHPA member and Los Angeles Kings scout, Blake Bolden, to discuss being a role model for women's hockey and breaking barriers as the first African-American pro scout.
MLB Senior Writer for The Athletic, Keith Law joins Game Play to preview the Toronto Blue Jays' 2023 season. Law discusses his top prospects list for the Blue Jays, Bo Bichette's contract and expectations, the additions of Daulton Varsho, Erik Swanson and Kevin Kiermaier, George Springer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Jose Berrios taking a leap and Nate Pearson's MLB status
President, Owner and General Partner of the Toronto Arrows, Bill Webb joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Arrows Rugby Football Club, the expectations and goals for the upcoming season and the historical partnership with Toronto Inner-City Rugby Foundation, TIRF, a registered non-profit founded in 2011, builds community through rugby in 31 of Toronto’s neighbourhoods.
Senior Fantasy Editor at NHL Network, Pete Jensen joins Game Play to discuss his current rankings through NHL Fantasy, the stock of stars such as Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon, the amazement and off-the-radar waiver wire choices and who's led up to expectation and projections.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by President, Owner and General Partner of the Toronto Arrows, Bill Webb, to discuss TIRF, a local community impact organization, non-profit branding on jerseys and the rise of rugby in Canada. Then Matt talks to The Athletic senior baseball writer Keith Law about the start of Spring Training and the Blue Jays' season outlook.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz previews tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Blackhawks. Then Matt is joined by Senior Fantasy Editor at NHL Network, Pete Jensen, to discuss which players are worth keeping an eye on in fantasy and the stock of stars across the league.
Senior Betting Analyst for Covers.com, Andrew Caley joins Game Play to discuss his best bets and props for the Toronto Raptors matchup against the Orlando Magic, the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks becoming heavy favourites in the Eastern Conference and a recap of his Super Bowl LVII picks
Extra Points Podcast Host and Fox Sports Contributor, Martin Weiss joins Game Play to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs triumphantly winning their second title in four seasons, where Patrick Mahomes ranks all-time in quarterback rankings and the way-too-early NFL odds and predictions for the 2023 season.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to share his best bets for tonight's NBA slate. Then Matt and Producer Josh rank their top athletes who deserve more love and recognition in this week's Valentine's Day-themed Tuesday Top-Five.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz examines the love we have for our favourite sports and athletes in honour of Valentine's Day. Then Matt is joined by Extra Points Podcast host and Fox Sports contributor, Martin Weiss to recap the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII victory and the energy in Arizona along Radio Row.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss the Leafs' outdoor practice on Sunday and their difficulty beating weaker teams. Then Matt talks to VSiN Primetime co-host Shaun King about Jalen Hurts' performance in Super Bowl LVII, what it is like to play with an injury like Patrick Mahomes did and where this Chiefs team ranks historically.
VSin Primetime host and Former Super Bowl Champions Shaun king joins the show to discuss what it was like to win a Super Bowl, how impressive Hurts was, how poor the Eagles defensive line were in the Super Bowl, what it is like to play with an injury like Mahomes did and how this Chiefs team ranks historically.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins the show to discuss the Leafs outdoor practice, the struggles against the weak teams, why this continues to be an issue for the team, Holl's recent struggles and how nervous Leafs fans should be for the upcoming week of games.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps Super Bowl LVII and what was an incredible game that needs more time. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about the betting craziness that transpired during the Super Bowl and this week's betting slate in the NHL and NBA.
TSN Edge co-founder and Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins the show to discuss his success on Super Bowl night, what was the biggest moments from the game, what led to the Chiefs victory, the early Super Bowl odds for next season and what he has moving forward on the Morning Coffee.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at Super Bowl 57 and the major storylines that came from in. He focuses on Mahomes greatness, Jalen Hurts MVP-esque performance and the disappearance of the Eagles defensive line. An incredible game that deserves more time and Matt does his best.
Editor-in-Chief of Football Outsiders, Aaron Schatz, joins Game Play to discuss the analytical and statistical views of Super Bowl LVII featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Schatz, uses DVOA rankings to extensively break down the Chiefs and Eagles’ offenses and defenses ratings and variables, including Mahomes vs. Hurts, the pass/run game and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz to discuss which player you should keep an eye on for the Eagles and Chiefs in Sunday's Super Bowl. Then Matt and Producer Josh make their Homer Parlay of the Day, followed by Cauz talking with former NFL GM, Michael Lombardi, live from Radio Row to discuss the biggest storylines heading into Super Bowl LVII.
NBA Analyst for FS1, Ric Bucher, joins Game Play to comprehensively discuss the NBA’s Trade Deadline. Bucher discusses the Raptors at the deadline and the act of staying put with the current roster, Masai Ujiri’s comments/viewpoints for Toronto for the rest of the season and why Toronto may lack recruiting 'star' players through free agency.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Josh get ready for the Big Game and hand out their best picks and props for Super Bowl LVII. Then Matt talks to FS1 NBA analyst Ric Bucher about the biggest deals from the trade deadline and how NBA trades have grown significantly over the past few seasons.
In today's Opening Thought and Pick and Prop, Matt and Producer Josh make their ultimate pick for Super Bowl LVII featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Matt discusses the Chiefs and why they're primed for the Super Bowl win, while Producer Josh is headlining A.J. Brown and Patrick Mahomes in his best props for the Big Game.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun NFL columnist John Kryk about how to shut down the Eagles' pass game and who his favourite is for Super Bowl LVII. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to discuss how the trade deadline re-shaped the landscape in the NBA and where the Raptors go from here.
TSN Edge Betting Guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the trade deadline overall, what the Raptors ended up doing at the deadline, how valuable potential playoff games will be this season, who should be the most disappointed after the deadline and where the Raptors go from here.
Toronto Sun NFL reporter John Kryk joins the show to give his favourite for the Super Bowl, how to balance the Eagles' "weak" schedule with how good they are, which team is better overall, how to shut down the Eagles pass game, the lack of receiving depth for the Chiefs right now and how impressive Travis Kelce is.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to former Super Bowl Champ TJ Ward about playing in Super Bowl 50 and winning with the Broncos. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum to discuss the atmosphere in Arizona for Super Bowl LVII and the Justin Fields situation in Chicago.
Former GM Mike Tannenbaum joins the show to discuss the Super Bowl atmosphere, what the two teams are facing this sunday, his take on Justin Fields and what he thought about the Kevin Durant trade.
Former Pro-Bowler and Super Bowl champion TJ Ward joins the show to discuss the run to the Super Bowl with the Broncos, the eagles "weak" schedule, playing against top talent and if he felt bad of the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the failed Kyrie and Durant situation in Brooklyn. He goes through the tenure and why people are so done with the soap-opera that was. From the very beginning we saw the cracks and now with Durant on the move, Matt recaps it all.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by VSiN's Tim Murray to break down the Super Bowl matchups and look at where you could find the best props. Then Matt talks Yahoo Sports Raptors reporter Amit Mann about LeBron's record-setting night on Tuesday.
Yahoo Sports Raptors reporter Amit Mann joins the show to discuss LeBron's record setting moment, how long we could be able to watch him, how LeBron has been able to defy time, why everyone has been talking about the Raptors, what is the best case scenario for the Raps at the deadline and how expensive some of the Raptors pieces are in the open market.
VSin Primetime host Tim Murray joins the show to discuss the atmosphere in Vegas surrounding the Super Bowl, why he has been waiting to bet on the game, which way he is leaning, his prop bet takes and why Gainwell props could be a good idea to watch.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz reflects on LeBron James' illustrious career and how special last night's record-setting moment was. Then Matt is joined by NBC Sports Philadelphia reporter Dave Zangaro to look at the Eagles' run to the Super Bowl and how effective the pass rush will need to be in order to beat the Chiefs.
NBC Sports Eagles reporter Dave Zangaro jkoins the show to discuss who the biggest star is for the Eagles in the Super Bowl, comparison's to the 2017 championship team, who this team has beaten this year, which team has the edge in the Super Bowl and if the Eagles are a powerhouse in the NFL
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks back at LeBron's career through his first ever SI cover. How far we've come and what that moment symbolized the beginning of one of the greatest careers in NBA history. Matt l0ooks at what LeBron has become and how special this moment was.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN NFL analyst Davis Sanchez to discuss Super Bowl Media Day and what he is looking forward to most during Super Bowl LVII. Then Matt talks to The Athletic Lakers reporter Jovan Buha about LeBron’s pursuit of the all-time points record and how the Lakers switch their focus ahead of the trade deadline.
The Athletic's Lakers reporter Jovan Buha joins the show to discuss the Kyrie trade to the Mavs and why he didn't end up in Los Angeles, what Fred VanVleet would mean to the Lakers, what direction the Lakers could go at the deadline, the Lakers upcoming game against Pelicans and if LeBron will break the record tonight.
Former NFLer and 3x Grey Cup champion and TSN NFL and CFL analyst Davis Sanchez joins the show to discuss what the value betting looks like at the Super Bowl, why the line is where it is right now, If Jalen Hurts can step up in the big game, who to bet on for the Kansas City offence and what it is like in Arizona.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz examines the Raptors' current predicament being stuck in the middle of oblivion. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to share his favourite bets for the Super Bowl and whether betting on LeBron to break the scoring record tonight is a good idea.
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss what the Raptors should do at the deadline, who would take over for VanVleet if he is moved, how to bet on the new look Mavericks, if the Eagles defense can slow down the Chiefs air attack and his favourite props to look for ahead of the Super Bowl.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the Raptors current situation being stuck in the middle of oblivion. Do they make a big splash at the deadline or do thery stand pat? With rumours swirling of potential deals Matt looks at if that is the right decision.
Senior Sports Betting Analyst at TSN EDGE, Domenic Padula joins Game Play to discuss the early-look betting market for Super Bowl LVII, Jalen Hurts vs. Patrick Mahomes matchup/statistics, Kenneth Gainwell as the FanDuel best bet and the Super Bowl Prop Party.
Bleacher Report NBA Analyst, Mo Dakhil joins Game Play to discuss the latest storylines approaching the NBA's Trade Deadline. Dakhil shares his opinion on what direction the Raptors will take at the trade deadline, his belief that Raptors will trade a 'core-four' player and which teams will be active at the deadline.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt talks to Bleacher Report NBA analyst Mo Dakhil about how the Raptors might approach the trade deadline. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to take a look at some Super Bowl LVII bets, including player props, Super Bowl MVP and if the betting market is siding with the Chiefs or Eagles.
Brooklyn Nets writer for The Athletic, Alex Schiffer, joins Game Play to break down the blockbuster deal, sending Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks. Schiffer discusses the reasoning behind Irving's trade request, the behind-the-scenes contract situation, Kevin Durant's response and future in Brooklyn.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Kyrie Irving's trade to the Dallas Mavericks and his tumultuous tenure in Brooklyn. Then Matt is joined by Brooklyn Nets writer for The Athletic, Alex Schiffer to discuss Kevin Durant's future with the Nets and the team's outlook with Irving dealt.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt expresses his comprehensive opinion on the Kyrie Irving deal to the Dallas Mavericks, the genuine backstory of Irving's tumultuous Nets tenure and the history of Kevin Durant's career and if he's been a true leader.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge contributor Sam Hitchcock about how much everyone underestimated the Bruins and which team has disappointed the most so far this season. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss what the biggest storyline in the NHL has been this season.
The Athletic's NHL writer Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show to discuss where to bet Matthew's goal total, how boring the Leafs regular seasons have been over the last few years, Hyman's season and where he would have fit in the Leafs lineup, what the biggest storyline in the NHL this season is and where Connor Bedard ranks among NHL stroylines.
TSN Edge Contributor Sam Hitchcock joins the show to discuss how much everyone underestimated the Bruins, what has led to the Avalanche struggles, the most disappointing team this season, why Pacioretty's injury could destroy the Hurricanes playoff chances and how to bet Nylander's goal total for the rest of the year.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps the biggest storylines from the first half of the NHL season. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to look ahead to some of the easy Super Bowl props and discuss how cognitive bias in betting can be an issue.
Covers.com Founder and Senior Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss the idea of perception vs perspective when it comes to betting, AJ Brown's potential usage in the Super Bowl, how Haason Reddick has become a major storyline ahead of the Super Bowl, how to bet on an All Star game and why betting unders could be safe but ugly.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the biggest storylines from the first half of the NHL season. How does Bedard's incredible World Juniors and WHL season check in? The Devils overachieving and the Avalanche have underachieving. For a league that prides itself on chaos in the standings, is there really any?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by NESN Patriots beat reporter Zack Cox to discuss Tom Brady's retirement and how impressive his career really was. Then Matt talks to The Athletic's Down Goes Brown about why the NHL has struggled with ratings this year and why players aren't as marketable as other leagues' stars.
The Athletic's Senior NHL Writer Sean McIndoe (Down Goes Brown) joins the show to discuss why the NHL has struggled with ratings this year, what the biggest cause for concern is for the league, Why NHL players aren't able to market their players as well as the other league, how the lack of personality of the players could be the easy solution and why someone like Marchand could be the best thing to happen to NHL.
NESN Patriots Reporter Zack Cox joins the show to discuss Tom Brady's retirement, how impressive his career really was, how Brady has created the legacy of Greatest of all Time even among his haters, the lack of real controversy around Brady, if Brady will ceremonially retire as a Patriot and how he will be celebrated by the organization.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the recent report that the NHL's TV ratings are down the in States and whether it can be fixed. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng about what it will take for the Raptors to turn around their season and why Joel Embiid might be the most entertaining player in the MVP race.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss why Joel Embiid might be the most entertaining player in the MVP race, why the storylines are intriguing right now, why the Raptors are struggling so much, who the Raptors need to turn around the and some of the FanDuel boosts for tonight.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt delves into the recent news about NHL TV ratings being down the in States. Is this a disaster or is this something that can be fixed? How much should we expect the NHL to bounce back this calendar year? is there an easy fix? Matt looks at all of these things and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Canadian women's hockey legend Marie-Philip Poulin about what outdoor rinks meant to her career and reliving her golden goal in Sochi against the US. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Bruins reporter Fluto Shinzawa to discuss how minor the team's losing streak is as they face the Leafs tonight.
The Athletic's Bruins Reporter Fluto Shinzawa joins the show to discuss what the Bruins could be looking for at the deadline, Patrice Bergeron's legacy, how minor the Bruins recent losing streak is, if tonight is a must win for the Leafs and how Brad Marchand has become a consistent voice for the league.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into whether Tom Brady is the most boring athlete of all time after Brady announced his retirement earlier today. Then Matt is joined by former NFLer Ryan Harris to break down the Broncos' hiring of Sean Payton and what it could mean for the team's growth.
Team Canada Captain Marie-Phillip Poulin joins the show to discuss the Turo SK8 ice resurfacer project she has been working on, what outdoor rinks meant to her career, the impact Sarah Nurse being on the NHL videogame is, what happened in the moments leading up to her golden goal in Sochi, her mentality heading into overtime and what her level of sports hate is with the American team.
Former Broncos OL and Current Analyst Ryan Harris joins the show to discuss his thoughts on Tom Brady's retirement and how he was as a player, on the hiring of Sean Payton as the new Broncos head coach, and how players feel during the bye week ahead of the Super Bowl.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at Tom Brady's Retirement and questions whether Brady is the most boring athlete of all time. From the constant success, to the lack of issues in his career, Brady's career will withstand the test of time. How impressive was Brady's career from start to finish and when did he become the GOAT? Matt answers these questions and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Kansas City Chiefs radio analyst Danan Hughes about how impressive Patrick Mahomes was on Sunday. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Canucks reporter Harman Dayal to discuss the Bo Horvat trade with the Islanders and if the team made the right decision with JT Miller and Horvat.
The Athletic's Canucks Reporter Harman Dayal joins the show to discuss the Bo Horvat trade with the Islanders, what caused the issue with the ownership group, if the team made the right decision with Miller and Horvat , how far the team has fallen since preseason and how much there is still to do with the Canucks.
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Matt and Producer Nick and joined by Intern Adham to give their Top 5 Performances with Injury in Sports History.
Former Chiefs Receiver and current Analyst Danan Hughes joins the show to discuss how impressive Derrick Thomas was in KC, what its like playing with top talents, how hard it is to lose in the big game, the feeling in the booth over the weekend, how impressive Mahomes was on Sunday, and what he has been able to do as the QB for the Chiefs.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the risks associated with playing hurt and why we see it so often. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss betting Fred VanVleet's overs as of late, Lebron's lines against the Knicks and Super Bowl betting etiquette.
Senior Betting Analyst from Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss betting Fred VanVleet's overs as of late, Lebron's lines against the Knicks, how hard it has become to bet NBA with players missing games, proper etiquette when betting the Super Bowl and his favourite bets for the big game.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the risk of playing hurt and why we see it so consistently. Is it worth playing with an injury for players that think the injury isn't too bad? Or should we allow players to feel safe when not playing with these injuries? Matt poses these questions and more.
TSN Senior Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to look back on the NFL Conference Finals and look ahead to Super Bowl LVII. Padula shares his thoughts on why he was impressed with the performance of Patrick Mahomes in the Chiefs’ win Sunday over the Bengals, how the two weeks break before the big game will be beneficial for the banged up Chiefs, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter about how worrisome Matt Murray’s most recent injury is. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to recap all the action from the Conference Championship games in the NFL.
Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the SI Media Group David Alter joins Game Play to look back on the weekend that was for the Leafs. Alter shares his thoughts on how worrisome Matt Murray’s most recent injury is, why John Tavares has been able to generate impressive production at even strength this year, how much Morgan Rielly benefits from playing alongside T.J Brodie, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps the AFC Championship and why Patrick Mahomes' performance was one for the ages. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss recent reports of internal tension between Toronto and head coach Nick Nurse.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to discuss recent reports surrounding internal tension between Toronto and head coach Nick Nurse. Lewenberg shares his thoughts on Shams Charania’s report regarding Nurse and why he would be highly coveted were he to become available, why he has been impressed with the strong recent play of Scottie Barnes and Precious Achiuwa, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt looks back on yesterday’s NFL AFC Conference Final to explain why Patrick Mahomes’ performance was a heroic effort for the ages.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about his favourite bets ahead of the NFL Conference Finals and the Friday NHL betting slate. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NFL Nation reporter Adam Teicher to preview the AFC Championship between the Chiefs and Bengals.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to break down Friday's NHL betting slate and look ahead to the NFL Conference Finals. Inglis shares his thoughts on how Auston Matthews' injury might affect the betting markets, how Matt Murray might fare against his old team tonight when the Leafs host the Senators, how he is attacking this weekend's NFL Conference Finals matchups from a betting perspective, and more.
Host of Leafs Morning Take Nick Alberga joins Game Play to discuss the news that Auston Matthews will miss a minimum of three weeks with a knee injury. Alberga shares his thoughts on why he doesn't think Matthews' injury is overly concerning, how the Leafs might approach the NHL trade deadline, why he has been impressed with Pontus Holmberg's rookie season, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why NFL fans will be spoiled this weekend between the NFC and AFC Championship games. Then Matt is joined by host of Leafs Morning Take, Nick Alberga, to discuss tonight's game against the Sens and Auston Matthews' knee sprain.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why NFL fans will be spoiled with a multitude of fascinating storylines surrounding the NFL Conference Finals and why Patrick Mahomes stands to gain the most if he can deliver a classic performance.
Matt Cauz and Producer Josh give out their best picks and props for the NFL's Conference Championship, including Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle and Tee Higgins.
Betting Analyst and Host at VSiN, Josh Appelbaum joins Game Play to discuss the Maple Leafs betting records and lines to watch, the Boston Bruins standing atop the NHL's rankings, futures to watch including the Seattle Kraken and his picks for the NFL Conference Championships.
NFL Network Analyst, 2x Super Bowl Champion and former VP of Player Evolution, Marc Ross joins Game Play to detail Mahomes' injury on a grand scale and how this will change the dynamic against the Bengals, Jalen Hurts' leadership and why he's performed at an MVP-caliber level and Brock Purdy's approach against the Eagles
TSN EDGE Analyst, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to discuss Nikola Jokic's odds to win his third consecutive Most Valuable Player award, his reasoning for why he should win the hardware, the Raptors victory over the Kings and Damian Lillard joining elite company after recording 60 points against the Utah Jazz.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt praises the Toronto Raptors after taking down the Sacramento Kings in an all-around contest. Matt points out the defensive standouts, the importance of the road trip and how this could be a 'pivotal moment' for the team this season.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to NFL Network analyst Marc Ross about whether Patrick Mahomes will be limited by his ankle injury. Matt and Producer Josh also share their best picks and props for the NFL Conference Championship games and then Matt is joined by VSiN's Josh Appelbaum to explore his favourite picks across the NFL, NHL and NBA slates for this weekend.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz breaks down the tremendous defensive performance on display by the Raptors in the third quarter of last night's game against the Kings. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng about the primary betting focus for Toronto's seven-game road trip and his best bets for around the world of hoops.
Bell Let's Talk Day Ambassador and All-Star Middle Linebacker, Shea Emry joins Game Play on Bell Let's Talk Day to share his initiatives in creating a positive change for mental health, his vision on combating the stigma and promoting awareness through conversation.
ESPN NBA and NFL Fantasy Sports and betting writer, Eric Moody, joins Game Play to discuss the fantasy rankings around the NBA, the grades for Toronto Raptors players such as Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and RJ Barrett's stock and if Giannis Antetokounmpo should be a 'sell high' player with Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday's usage.
Host of GoJo Show Podcast and former NFL offensive lineman, Mike Golic Jr. joins Game Play to dive into the NFL Conference Championships. Golic Jr. discusses the impact of Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury and how it will play a role against the Bengals, the formation of dynasty rosters, the experience protecting star quarterbacks and chat about their favourite pickings.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by ESPN's Eric Moody to discuss the points league and roto/categories rankings throughout NBA fantasy leagues. Then Matt talks to Bell Let's Talk Day Ambassador and All-Star Middle Linebacker, Shea Emry about the importance of taking action to help create a positive change for mental health.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his thoughts on Gary Bettman's comments regarding teams in the NHL not "tanking". Then Matt is joined by Host of the GoJo Podcast, Mike Golic Jr. to break down the NFL's Conference Championship matchups.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt discusses his opinion on Gary Bettman's comments around teams the NHL not 'tanking' or falling to the highly touted prospects in the draft purposely.
Host of A Numbers Game on VSiN, Gill Alexander joins Game Play to discuss Patrick Mahomes' status entering the AFC Championship Game and how it could impact betting decisions, if Jalen Hurts could lead the Eagles and his best bets including Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
TSN Blue Jays reporter, Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to share the latest around the Toronto Blue Jays' offseason news and notes. Mitchell discusses Bichette in the 'exchange of views' arbitration and his worth, how Alek Manoah's contract talks can spark, TSN's Top 50 Blue Jays Prospects and how Rogers Centre will be more hitter-friendly.
NBA Contributor for Spotrac, The Celtics Show and Front Office Show, Keith Smith joins Game Play to discuss the direction of the Raptors ahead of the trade deadline, the rumours around Gary Trent Jr. and OG Anunoby and the major storylines around the NBA's trade talk.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss how the new dimensions at the Rogers Centre will impact offence. Then Matt talks to VSiN's Gill Alexander about his best bets for the Australian Open and the Conference Championship games in the NFL.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how an injury could essentially sway sportsbooks' lines and progressively change the perspective of betting angles. Then Matt is joined by NBA contributor for Spotrac, Keith Smith, to dive into the NBA trade discussion and the Raptors' interest around the league.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt expresses his opinion on the Bengals-Chiefs matchups, how an injury could essentially sway sportsbooks' lines, odds and bets and progressively change the perspective of betting angles.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan about how the Leafs might approach the trade deadline. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula to look ahead to the Conference Championship matchups and how Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury might impact betting lines.
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs Reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. Koshan shares his thoughts on the Leafs uninspiring performance against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, on how the Leafs can avoid complacency with the Bruins having locked up the Atlantic in all likelihood, why the Leafs should be happy with the goaltending they’ve received this season despite blips from Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to look ahead to the NFL Conference Finals matchups. Padula shares his thoughts on his prediction back in Week 17 that the Bengals would reach the Super Bowl, how Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury could affect betting markets this weekend, why he thinks Jalen Hurts presents a significant matchup advantage for the Eagles over Brock Purdy and the 49ers, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why there should no longer be any doubt surrounding Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals. Then Matt is joined by TSN's Kara Wagland to recap the NFL Divisional Round slate.
TSN Sportscentre Anchor & Host NFL on CTV Kara Wagland joins Game Play to look back on the NFL Divisional Round slate. Wagland shares her thoughts on why the Bengals’ have been underestimated all-season long, Dak Prescott’s disappointing performance against the 49ers coming off arguably the best game of his career, the versatility of crepes when compared to pancakes, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why there should no longer be any doubt surrounding Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals. Cauz dives into the continued evolution of Burrow, the Bengals dominant defence stepping against the Bills, why the Chiefs are only a -1.5 favourite when they host Cincinnati this weekend, and more.
Matt Cauz and Producer Josh give out their best picks and props for the NFL's Divisional Round, including Stefon Diggs finding the endzone, Miles Sanders to run the ball and Deebo Samuel, CeeDee Lamb and Juju Smith-Schuster to have notable performances this weekend.
Audience Engagement Manager at The Ringer Austin Gayle joins Game Play to look ahead to the NFL Divisional playoff slate. Gayle shares his thoughts on why Giants’ head coach Brian Daboll deserves coach of the year for breaking industry trends in the NFL, the impressive strides taken by Daniel Jones this season under Daboll’s guidance, why Joe Burrow has been able to reach a new level of greatness this season, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to get his best bets for the NFL Divisional Playoffs and Friday night's NHL slate. Then Matt talks to The Ringer's Austin Gayle about whether Joe Burrow can overcome the injuries to the offensive line when the Bengals face the Bills.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up this weekend's NFL Divisional slate and tonight’s NHL slate from a betting perspective. Inglis shares his thoughts on how Auston Matthews’ recent goal scoring success will affect betting markets, why he expects Saquon Barkley to be heavily involved for the Giants when they face the Eagles, why he is fading the over when the Bengals visit the Bills, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz applauds the fans who have stuck with their teams through years of disappointment. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic senior NFL writer Mike Sando to discuss why Trevor Lawrence is underestimating the noisy atmosphere he will face at Arrowhead this weekend, how the Giants might fare against the Eagles.
Senior NFL Writer for The Athletic Mike Sando joins Game Play to look ahead to this weekend's NFL Divisional slate of games. Sando shares his thoughts on why Trevor Lawrence is underestimating the noisy atmosphere he will face at Arrowhead this weekend, how the Giants might fare against the Eagles after getting blown out in New York in Week 14, whether Joe Burrow and the Bengal can overcome Cincinatti’s injury issues, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt takes the time to applaud the sports fans who never waiver away from cheering for their team. Matt talks about why it is easy for apathy and doubt to creep into the perspective of fans before taking a moment to praise the fans who avoid becoming jaded after years of disappointment.
Editor-in-Chief of Football Outsiders, Aaron Schatz joins Game Play to preview the NFL Divisional Round. Schatz breaks down the Giants and Eagles matchup, how the Jaguars can cover the spread against the Chiefs, if Dak Prescott lead the Cowboys against the 49ers and how Josh Allen could have a massive game for the Bills
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Josh make their picks for Sunday's NFL Divisional Round slate. Then Matt is joined by Editor-in-Chief of Football Outsiders, Aaron Schatz to dive into the NFL Divisional Round.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the rough times experienced by the Minnesota Timberwolves and why the Rudy Gobert trade probably wasn't the right move. Then Matt is joined by Inside The Maple Leafs reporter David Alter to discuss tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Jets.
Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the SI Media Group, David Alter joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs taking on the Winnipeg Jets at Scotiabank Arena, the Maple Leafs physicality becoming evident, the impact of changes on defense and the comparisons in the Maple Leafs and Jets lineups.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt expresses his opinion on Ivan Provorov's decision on not taking of the Philadelphia Flyers' warmup and not wearing a rainbow-coloured jersey.
Senior NBA Analyst and Host at VSiN joins Game Play to discuss the betting strategies around LeBron James, Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving's comments around Durant's injury and his picks for the NFL Divisional Round.
TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to discuss the latest trade and free agency rumours around the Raptors, Gary Trent Jr. and OG Anunoby being mentioned around the NBA, stance on Fred VanVleet's interest and if the Raptors are heading in the right direction.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about the trade rumours surrounding Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr. Then Matt is joined by VSiN's Jonathan Von Tobel to share his best bets for the NBA slate and look ahead to the NFL Divisional Round.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the Ivan Provorov situation, why the response from the Flyers and NHL fell short, but how there shouldn't be any punishable action taken. Then Matt talks to Ravens beat reporter for 105.7 The Fan in Baltimore, Cordell Woodland about Lamar Jackson's future with the Ravens.
Ravens Beat Reporter for the 105.7 The Fan in Baltimore, Cordell Woodland joins Game Play to discuss the situation around the future of Lamar Jackson, the Ravens' viewpoint of Jackson's contract, his opinion on a potential franchise tag and trade and Jackson's impact in the city of Baltimore.
Editor-in-Chief at the Fourth Period, David Pagnotta, joins the show to discuss the turmoil from the Vancouver Canucks, the Maple Leafs and Panthers goaltending situations and the trade buzz around the Dallas Stars.
The Athletic Football Show host and NFL writer, Robert Mays joins the show to weigh on Tom Brady's future steps after the NFC Wild Card loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Dak Prescott's five-touchdown game, Lamar Jackson's contract and his favourite divisional round matchup.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic NFL writer Robert Mays to discuss the futures of Tom Brady and Lamar Jackson. Then Matt talks to The Fourth Period editor-in-chief David Pagnotta about the Canucks' turmoil and the Leafs' lineup adjustments.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how for the first time in his entire career, Tom Brady looked his age in last night's loss to the Cowboys. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss the best bets from the NBA Global Series and take an early look at the NFL Divisional Round odds.
TSN 1050 Raptors Broadcast Analyst Warren Ward joins Game Play to talk about the trade rumours swirling around the Raptors, the long-term outlook for the team, why Toronto struggles against elite teams and more.
In another edition of Matt's Monday Mood Meter, Producer Owen checks Matt Cauz's mood on Lamar Jackson's contract siuation, Daniel Jones' redemption arc, the Leafs' loss to the Bruins and more.
Contributor at the Guardian, Melissa Jacobs joins Game Play to chat about Daniel Jones' heroics, Jacksonville's unlikely comeback, backup QB's coming up big and more.
In today's abbreviated edition of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Guardian's Melissa Jacobs about all the action and drama from Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors Analyst Warren Ward to preview today's game against the New York Knicks.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti and Producer Josh get into the best bets for NFL Super Wild Card Weekend and the NHL slate, including the Bruins-Leafs matchup. Then Tatti is joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to discuss why Ilya Samsonov deserved to win last night's game for the Leafs against the Red Wings.
In the first hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti play some Yes, Guy, No Guy with Producer Josh. Then Tatti is joined by Host of The Athletic Football Show and NFL writer, Robert Mays, to break down the Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL and share the latest news on the Bills-Dolphins matchup and Lamar Jackson's injury status.
Matt Cauz and Producer Josh give out their best picks and props for the NFL's Wild Card Weekend, including Justin Jefferson's receptions, Stefon Diggs and Ja'Marr Chase in the end zone, McCaffrey to have a large impact in the run game and more.
Senior NFL Writer at the Boston Globe, Ben Volin joins the show to discuss the possible managerial changes around the New England Patriots and potential options for the coaching staff, Lamar Jackson's status for the Baltimore Ravens' matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals and the expectations of Mike McCarthy and the Dallas Cowboys.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng about the best bets for the Raptors' second matchup against the Hornets. Then Matt is joined by Boston Globe senior NFL writer Ben Volin to discuss the major storylines to following heading into the NFL's Super Wild Card Weekend.
TSN EDGE Analyst, Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss to the Toronto Raptors taking host to the Charlotte Hornets in the second matchup of the two-game mini-series, the best props to watch, the Raptors through the halfway mark of the season and if Nikola Jokic can win his third-straight NBA MVP.
Senior NFL writer for The Athletic, Ted Nguyen joins the show to discuss the Super Wild Card weekend. Nguyen discusses the film of how Bengals offense will fare against the Baltimore Ravens defense, how Trevor Lawrence can facilitate his offense against the Chargers and how the Buffalo Bills can have a successful playoff run.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt delves into Super Wild Card weekend, by giving his team that he's rooting for, his upset choices, quarterbacks to watch and game of the weekend.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz breaks down different categories to describe who he's picking to win each of the Super Wild Card Weekend games. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic senior NFL writer Ted Nguyen to discuss the latest trends and storylines entering the NFL Playoffs.
Hockey Hall of Fame ice hockey player, assistant general manager for the Toronto Maple Leafs and resident physician, Hayley Wickenheiser joins the show to discuss being awarded the Empire Club's Annual Nation Builder Award, her journey through her decorated career on-and-off the ice and life operating in the medical field.
Senior writer for NBA.com, Steve Aschburner joins the show to discuss the Raptors season through the halfway mark, his expectations if the Raptors will make a move by the deadline and his grades for teams in the Eastern Conference.
Former NFL offensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion and colour analyst for Detroit Lions radio broadcasts, Lomas Brown, joins the show to discuss his tenure representing the Lions through the mid-80s to early-90s, having the opportunity to play with Barry Sanders, the current Lions roster and his foundation for the youth.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about how he would evaluate the Raptors' season as they reach the halfway mark. Then Matt is joined by Leafs assistant general manager and resident physician, Hayley Wickenheiser, to discuss her illustrious career and accomplishments, including the Empire Club's Annual Nation Builder Award.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into if there's ever been a bigger contrast in playing career and post-playing career than Michael Jordan's tenure as owner of the Charlotte Hornets. Then Matt is joined by Detroit Lions radio colour analyst Lomas Brown to discuss the Lions' first winning season since 2017 and the encouraging direction of the team.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about what direction the team will take as the trade deadline approaches. Then Matt and Producer Chris share their "Top NFL Wild Card Weekend Storylines" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five.
Another edition of Tuesday Top Five returns this week and Producer Chris joins Matt and give us their top five NFL Wildcard weekend story lines.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewnberg joins Matt to discuss the regression of Fred Van Vleet this season, what can be done to fix it, and give the team's sub 500 record which direction the Raptors will take moving forward.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the youth movement taking over at quarterback in the AFC for this year's NFL Playoffs. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior industry analyst, Jason Logan, to discuss Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL and how some quarterbacks may fare in their playoff debuts.
Senior Analyst for Covers Jason Logan joins the show to tee up the NFL Wildcard weekend, how will Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence fair in their first playoff game, and the quarterback situation in Miami and Baltimore.
In today's edition Matthew Cauz shares his thoughts on the youthfulness of AFC quarterbacks that are in this year's playoffs.
TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Colour Announcer Jim Ralph joins Game Play to chat about the Leafs weekend sweep over the Flyers and Red Wings. Ralph shares his thoughts on Calle Jarnkrok providing the Leafs with valuable secondary scoring, how this year’s edition of the Leafs stack up against last year’s version, Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov returning to their early season form in recent games, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to look back at the 2022-23 NFL season from a betting perspective and the upcoming Wild Card weekend slate. Padula shares his thoughts on how bettors turned a disastrous season from the Bears into a nice payday, why the Denver Broncos stand alone as the most disappointing team of the NFL season, why Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs deserve to be favourites to take home the Super Bowl, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph to discuss Conor Timmins' play since being acquired by the Leafs and the team's back-to-back wins on the weekend. Then Matt talks to The Athletic's Austin Mock about the affect of the NFL’s unbalanced schedule on league parity and if the Jaguars are capable of an upset in the playoffs.
The Athletic NFL Modeling Staff Writer Austin Mock joins Game Play to look ahead to the NFL Wild Card weekend slate of games. Mock shares his thoughts on the affect the NFL’s unbalanced schedule has had on league parity, why Trevor Lawrence is capable of surprising those who are writing off the Jaguars, why Brock Purdy has a chance to lead the 49ers to the Super Bowl, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the biggest winners and losers from the NFL regular season. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to break down the 2022 NFL season from a betting perspective and look ahead to Super Wild Card Weekend.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Cheese for another weekly installment of Matt's Monday Mood Meter! The guys share how they'd be feeling today if they were in the shoes of the Dallas Cowboys, the Houston Texans, Aaron Rodgers, and more.
Host of “VSiN PrimeTime” weeknights on VSiN, Tim Murray joins the show to discuss Week 18 in the NFL, the best bets, picks and odds for the weekend and who's pick ahead of the playoffs.
Covers.com Betting Analyst, Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss the NFL's contract bonuses and how that correlates to betting, his Week 18 NFL picks and props and the NHL's shot prop market's numbers fluctuating.
TSN 1200 Morning Host and World Juniors analyst on TSN Radio, Shawn Simpson joins Game Play to discuss Canada's gold medal victory against Czechia, Dylan Guenther's overtime winner and the team's journey throughout the tournament.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to share the best bets for the final week of the NFL regular season and this weekend's NHL slate. Then Matt talks to co-host of VSiN Primetime, Tim Murray, about the best odds, lines and picks for Week 18 in the NFL.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz reveals his Cauz Confidence Picks for Week 18 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by TSN Radio World Juniors analyst Shawn Simpson to recap Canada winning back-to-back gold medals with an overtime win over Czechia last night.
Matt and Producer Josh discuss the latest news around sports in Start Em' Sit Em' Cut Em'
Producer and co-host of Golf Talk Canada, Adam Scully, joins the show to discuss the beginning of the 2023 PGA TOUR season, with the Sentry Tournament of Champions from Kapalua, HI, kicking off. Scully discusses what Canadians to watch this season and his best future bets for the year.
TSN Raptors Analyst, Leo Rautins joins the show to discuss the Toronto Raptors historically worse first quarter to capping off a 28-7 run in an overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks, below average shooting numbers and splits, and his ranking of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic.
Toronto Star writer Kevin McGran joins the show to discuss Canada's strong win over the United States, the Gold Medal Game against Czechia, Thomas Milic and his impact to the success and his expectations that Canada's high-octane offense will take over.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Leo Rautins to discuss the team's poor starts to games and why he's not ready to hit the panic button just yet. Then Matt talks to Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully about the 2023 PGA Tour season and his best future bets for the upcoming calendar year on the links.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the decorated career of tackle Joe Thomas after being named as a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Then Matt is joined in Halifax by the Toronto Star's Kevin McGran to preview tonight's gold medal matchup at the World Juniors between Canada and Czechia.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt goes into the decorated career of tackle Joe Thomas after being named as a finalist of the HOF, his career thoroughly playing in Cleveland and how loyalty in sports is important.
Buffalo Bills Beat Writer for the Buffalo News, Jay Skurski joins Game Play to talk about the reaction to James Hamlin's scary collapse in the Buffalo community, Damar Hamlin's charity work and positive influence, what might happen with the Bills in the coming weeks and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Producer Owen joins Matthew Cauz for another edition of This or That and has him choose between whether Connor Bedard or Victor Wembanyama is more valuable, if the Raptors should be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline and more. Then Matt is joined by Sports Illustrated senior NBA writer Howard Beck to take a look at the Raptors’ recent struggles and if they can turn things around.
Producer Owen joins Matthew Cauz for another edition of This or That. They discuss which generational talent between Connor Bedard and Victor Wembanyama is more valuable, whether the Pelicans made the right choice drafting Zion Williamson over Ja Morant, and if the Raptors should be buyers or sellers at the deadline.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the matchup everyone was hoping for as Canada takes on the Americans at the World Juniors. Then Matt is joined by Bills Beat Writer at The Buffalo News, Jay Skurski, to get the latest update on Damar Hamlin’s status and discuss what it means for the Bills going forward.
Join Matthew Cauz in another edition of his daily Opening Thought, as he tees up the much-anticipated game between Canada and the USA tonight in Halifax.
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Matt Cauz and Producer Owen give their sports-themed New Year's resolutions.
Kalyn Kahler joins Game Play to discuss Damar Hamlin's scary collapse, the overwhelming positive response from his teammates and the Bills community, and what's at stake in week 18.
Toronto Star Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to chat about the Raptors' recent struggles, Nurse's tight rotation, why Toronto must avoid the "mushy middle", the possibility of tanking and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic senior NFL writer Kalyn Kahler about the scary situation involving Damar Hamlin and what’s at stake in the final week of the regular season. Then Matt and Producer Owen share their Top Sports Resolutions for 2023 in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his thoughts on the tragic incident involving Damar Hamlin and gets into why the NFL's old guard might be still here to stay in this week's abbreviated Opening Thought. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss the Raptors' loss to the Pacers and Connor Bedard’s magic at the World Juniors.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado about what has impressed him most about the Leafs so far this season and what an NHLer's Christmas break typically looks like. Then Tatti is joined by host of the Cespedes Family BBQ, Jake Mintz, to discuss the Mets' insane spending spree this offseason.
Cespedes Family BBQ host Jake Mintz joins the show to discuss the Mets have done this offseason, how they have modelled their spending spree, what happened with the Judge negotiations, if the team got played a little, how far back the Blue Jays are behind the top contenders and how exciting the team could be this season.
TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins the show to discuss crazy drivers during bad weather, pastries, which game is more important around the Christmas Break, what a players Christmas break usually looks like and how the Leafs have adapted this season.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss how the inclement weather will affect betting lines in the NFL this weekend. Then Tatti plays a special Christmas edition of "Yes Guy, No Guy".
Covers.com Founder and Senior Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss the Steelers/Raiders matchup, how weather might affect the betting lines, Brady's impact down the stretch this season, the Colts offence with the QB issues and who could sneak into the playoffs.
TSN EDGE Analyst Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the future markets in the NBA and the 'parity' around the league, the drastic line movement in the NBA MVP Award market and betting on the Raptors' season.
Former NFL offensive tackle, and Super Bowl 50 champion, Ryan Harris, joins the show to discuss the memories of former teammate, Ronnie Hillman, who passed away at the age of 31. Harris discusses the holiday season and his best gift-giving stories, and the Philadelphia Eagles offensive talents.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to former NFLer and current commentator, Ryan Harris about the Thursday Nighter and the Week 16 NFL slate. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng shares his thoughts on Pascal Siakam's career night and the best bets in the NBA tonight.
CBS Sports NBA Writer joins the show to discuss Pascal Siakam's history-making performance and its potential impact on the Raptors, whether Madison Square Garden is the most renowned venue in North American sports, and the unusual parity around the NBA.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into parity throughout the NBA and the difficulty choosing clear-cut winners with so many skilled lineups. Then Matt is joined by CBS Sports NBA writer to discuss Pascal Siakam's 52-point performance at MSG and what is going on with the Bulls.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt delves into the 'parity' in the National Basketball Association and the difficulty to choose a clear-cut winner with the number of skillful lineups throughout the league.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to break down how the Carlos Correa deal with the Mets came to be and if they've surpassed the Yankees for MLB's biggest villain. Then Matt talks to SportsCentre anchor Jennifer Hedger about the status of her Christmas shopping and Michael Bunting's incident with linesman Dan Kelly.
TSN Sportscentre Anchor Jennifer Hedger joins the show to discuss Christmas shopping, why she won't be spoiled because of shipping delays, how the ref manhandling Bunting came across, the most impressive goal in the World Cup and how far away Canada might be in the international stage.
Former MLB GM and Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss what the Mets dealings mean for the MLB, who is the bigger villain in the league, who might be on the Mets roster come the regular season, what happened that led to Correa becoming a Met and what really happens in medicals.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Raptors front office should stand pat instead of making a big move. Then Matt is joined by NBA Reporter for SDPN Sports, Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss the Raptors' inconsistencies this season and how impressive Victor Wembanyama really is.
SDPN NBA Lead reporter Esfandiar Baraheni joins the show to discuss the Raptors recent struggles and where to go from here, how to improve the offence, how bad Scottie's step back is in comparison to other players around the league, how the Clippers can pull together and what Jokic and the Nuggets are doing.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt says why the Raptors front office should stand pat instead of making a big move. With the team in a free fall lots is being asked of the GM but with a ton of good pieces and not a ton of good options the Raptors should hang with what they have.
Matthew Cauz and Producer Josh Pulis play a 'Holiday Edition' of the Tuesday Top 5 on the 'gifts' Toronto sports team would want.
VP of Digital Content at VSiN Ben Fawkes joins the show to discuss his article of the top betting moments of the year including Tom Brady unretiring, Chargers-Raiders nearly ending in a tie, Mattress Mack winning $75 on the Astros winning the World Series and more.
The Athletic's Senior Managing Editor James Mirtle joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs being in the market for a top-six forward, Toronto's matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning and his fantasy hockey team stories.
The Athletic's Senior Managing Editor James Mirtle joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs in the market for a forward, Toronto's matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Scotiabank Arena and his fantasy betting stories.
Senior Betting Analyst at Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to talk up the issues betting on the Toronto Raptors, how Week 15 in the NFL had an impact on sportsbooks and his best bets for the NCAA Bowl games.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt discusses the 'season of giving' around the sports world and the impact athletes have on fans.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic's James Mirtle to get his thoughts on the Leafs acquiring Dryden Hunt and tonight's game against the Lightning. Then Matt talks to VSiN's Ben Fawkes about his top betting moments of 2022.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz highlights some of the acts of charity throughout the sports world in honour of Cale Makar waving off a penalty instead of getting a tripping call. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to take a look at some of the best bets tonight in the NBA and NHL.
TSN EDGE Sr. Sports Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins the show to discuss his most memorable moment from Week 15 in the NFL, which teams he thinks will make noise in the playoffs, and his best bet from the Packers and Rams matchup on Monday Night Football.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Ringer's Joe House to discuss what has gone wrong with the Raptors this season. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge senior sports betting analyst Domenic Padula about the exciting action in Week 15 of the NFL season.
Contributor at The Ringer and host of The House of Carbs Podcast Joe House joins the show to discuss the Toronto Raptors lacklustre losing skid and if the team will seek a trade, the whirlwind of stories in a wild NFL weekend and the excitement in Washington, DC for Alex Ovechkin making history.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why this was the greatest weekend of football -- global or American. Then Matt talks to TSN Radio World Cup analyst Paul Dolan about Argentina's incredible World Cup win over France and Lionel Messi's greatness at the tournament.
TSN Radio World Cup Analyst and Former Canada Goalkeeper Paul Dolan joins Matt to recap a historic World Cup Final, Lionel Messi's status among the GOATs in all sports, and where does Canada go from here.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt recaps a historic day in Football, the European and American - from arguably the greatest final in World Cup history to the crazy endings all over the NFL in Week 15.
In the second hour of Game Play, Producer Nick gets Matt prepared for Sunday's World Cup Final and discusses what a win would mean for Lionel Messi's legacy. Then Matt talks to Washington Capitals play-by-play voice John Walton about how it felt calling Alex Ovechkin's 800th career goal.
Capitals Radio play-by-play host John Walton joins the show to discuss calling historic goals, what the feeling is like hearing your call all over, how impressive it has been watching Ovechkin play, Ovechkin's ability to stay healthy, how different Ovechkin's game is from when he broke into the NHL and where he would prefer to see 801 happen.
Host of the Footy First Show Nick McVicar discuss the depth of the French national team, how far behind Messi the rest of the Argentinian squad, how big an impact a World Cup win could mean for Messi and where the general public is leaning ahead of the Final.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his picks for Week 15 in the Cauz Confidence Pool. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss why everyone is overreacting to how Tua Tagovailoa performs in cold weather games.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss why Ridder will go over on his rushing total, why everyone is overreacting to Tua in cold games, how to bet Fields props, how the Chargers/Titans may shake up and who may be the key players in that game.
Toronto Raptors writer for The Athletic, Eric Koreen, joins Game Play to discuss the conundrum of the Raptors’ struggles on a losing streak, the troubles of the team’s shooting beyond the arc, if the team will look for a trade to bolster the lineup, and the expectations for the struggling group.
Fantasy Football writer for The Sporting News and Host of the Locked On Fantasy Football Podcast, Vinnie Iyer, joins Game Play to discuss the start of the Fantasy Football playoffs, the best start-and-sit options for Week 15 and the fantasy award winners from the 2022 season.
‘Inside the Maple Leafs’ reporter for the SI Media Group, David Alter joins Game Play to preview the Toronto Maple Leafs matchup against the New York Rangers, the accolades of the team’s point streak and Mitch Marner’s consecutive point streak, the importance of the team’s depth and how Murray/Samsonov have become one of the best tandems in the NHL
In today's Opening Thought, Matt dives into the San Francisco 49ers season, and how the team has propelled through injury adversity and become a top betting pick during the season.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Sporting News fantasy football writer Vinnie Iyer to get us set for the fantasy football playoffs. Then Matt talks to The Athletic Raptors writer Eric Koreen about the Raptors' loss to the Kings and if the team may make a trade to improve the lineup.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the 49ers are the most unique team in the NFL. Then Matt is joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" publisher David Alter tees up the Maple Leafs-Rangers matchup from Madison Square Garden as the Leafs go for a franchise record-tying 16th straight game with a point.
Co-Host of the Lombardi Line on VSiN, Patrick Meagher, joins the show to preview the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup and gives his best bets for Argentina-Croatia and Morocco-France.
TSN EDGE Sr. Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins the show to discuss MNF between the New England Patriots and Arizona Cardinals, the NFL MVP betting picks between Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes, and the stories around the Lions, Giants and Panthers in a betting perspective.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter joins the show to discuss the Toronto Blue Jays at the Winter Meetings, the signing of Kevin Kiermaier and how that fits the outfield, the need of pitching and the expectations during the offseason.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula to recap the Week 14 NFL slate look ahead to Monday Night Football. Then Matt talks to co-host of the Lombardi Line on VSiN, Patrick Meagher, about who he's betting on in the FIFA World Cup semifinal matchups.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz takes a critical look at the Raptors after a dreadful weekend against the Magic. Then Matt is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to get his thoughts on the biggest moves from this past week at the MLB Winter Meetings and what the Blue Jays plan to do after a slow start to the offseason.
Matt Cauz and Producer Josh play another edition of 'Start Em, Sit Em, Cut Em', headlined by Tage Thompson's five-goal night, MLB free agency and Odell Beckham Jr.
TSN EDGE Betting Analyst joins the show to discuss the Toronto Raptors victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, Fred VanVleet heading into the right direction, the betting perspective and value of the Boston Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans making the leap to first in the Western Conference.
TSN Radio IIHF World Juniors analyst Shawn Simpson joins the show to discuss Canada's roster at the World Junior Championship from Halifax and Monction, the selection camp, Connor Bedard's prominence on the ice, Shane Wright's loan from the NHL and what to watch for in Adam Fantilli's game and more.
NHL on ESPN Reporter Kristen Shilton joins the show to discuss Mitch Marner tremendous point streak and how he's taken another step on the ice, how the Maple Leafs feed off of the positive energy and Toronto's depth's and the importance of overcoming the injury issues and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Radio World Juniors analyst Shawn Simpson to discuss Canada's World Junior roster and this weekend's selection camp from Moncton, NB. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng about tonight's betting betting slate in the NBA and the Raptors' win over the shorthanded Lakers.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what the Blue Jays plan on doing improve as division rivals bolstered their lineups at the Winter Meetings and the Jays did nothing. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NHL reporter Kristen Shilton to discuss tonight's matchup between the Maple Leafs and Kings.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt dives into the 'spending situation' around the Toronto Blue Jays, how Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro have shaped the foundation and if Toronto is comparable to teams around MLB.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by ESPN senior writer Seth Wickersham to discuss his interview with Andrew Luck, how he was able to sit down with the former QB and what life after football has been like for Luck. Then Matt gets into what the Blue Jays might do this offseason with tons of moves being made around them.
ESPN Reporter Seth Wickersham joins the show to discuss how he was able to interview Andrew Luck, how at peace Andrew Luck is, what allowed him to step away, why other QB's haven't done the same, how he has managed life after football and what he is trying to do now.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the differences in current state of the Raptors and Lakers as they prepare to face each other tonight. Then Matt is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps to discuss what he makes of the Lakers' season so far.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at tonight's Raptors and Lakers and the current states of both teams. Raptors the model of consistency, Lakers Struggles at the start of the season, but the roles have reversed. Matt looks at some potential bets you could place regarding the Lakers as well. With AD playing as good as he has, why not?
Hour 3 of First Up rolls along with Matthew Cauz and Carlo Colaiacovo welcoming Leafs Legend Darryl Sittler to the show to discuss Mitch Marner's 18-game point streak. The guys close out the hour by discussing the up-and-down season of Scottie Barnes as the Raptors get set to visit the Brooklyn Nets tonight.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of his Confidence Pool Picks. Find out why Matt has finally decided to roll with the Giants and why the Eagles find themselves at the top of his list of confidence pool picks.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge betting analyst Evan Render about the Week 11 NFL betting slate. Then Matt is joined by Winnipeg Blue Bombers play-by-play voice Derek Taylor to get us ready for Sunday's 109th Grey Cup between the Bombers and Argos.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of the Friday Podium. The guys look back on the week that was and rank their top stories, including the dominant display put on by Canadian NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Voice of the Blue Bombers on 680 CJOB Derek Taylor joins Game Play to tee up the 109th Grey Cup. Taylor shares his thoughts on Zach Collaros returning to practice amidst an ongoing ankle injury, Andrew Harris facing off against his former team, the atmosphere in Regina in the lead up to the big game, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Evan Render joins Game Play to tee up the Grey Cup and Week 11 NFL betting slates. Render shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Grey Cup could be a high-scoring affair, the disappointing season of Aaron Rodgers, the Bills moving their game against the Browns to Detroit amidst the ongoing blizzard in Buffalo, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz unveils his confidence picks for Week 11 of the Cauz Confidence Pool. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss some of the biggest stories in sports including his thoughts on the questionable circumstances surrounding the 2022 FIFA World Cup and Auston Matthews' early season struggles.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to chat about some of the biggest stories in sports. Feschuk shares his thoughts on the questionable circumstances surrounding the 2022 World Cup, the Qatar government banning the sale of alcohol just days before the opening of the tournament, Auston Matthews’ early-season struggles at even strength, and more.
Host of “VSiN PrimeTime” weeknights on VSiN Tim Murray joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Packers and Titans before looking ahead to the rest of the Week 11 slate. Murray shares his thoughts on why the Cowboys are favourites on the road against the 8-1 Vikings, why bettors need to pump their breaks on the resurgence of the Packers, how the impending blizzard in Buffalo could affect Sunday’s game between the Bills and Browns, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Striker News writer Jon Arnold to share some betting insights for the FIFA World Cup and provides his outlook on how Canada might fare in Qatar. Then Matt talks to VSiN Primetime co-host Tim Murray about the Week 11 betting slate in the NFL.
The Striker News Writer Jon Arnold joins Game Play with Matt Cauz to discuss betting on the FIFA World Cup and provides his outlook for Canada's offensive ability in Qatar. Arnold offers his expertise in betting analysis on best bets to win the tournament along with trends for Golden Boot Winner betting.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why Justin Verlander winning his third career Cy Young award was possibly the best news from the past few days. Then Matt is joined by "Inside the Maple Leafs" reporter David Alter to discuss Matt Murray’s return from injury and why Nick Robertson needs to find his goal-scoring touch.
Join Matthew Cauz, Producer Chris, and Intern Adham for another weekly edition of Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em! Find out why the guys think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has surpassed Ja Morant for under-25 NBA stars, and more.
Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the Sports Illustrated Media Group David Alter joins Game Play to discuss the latest news surrounding the team ahead of tonight’s game against New Jersey. Alter shares his thoughts on Matt Murray’s return from injury, why Nick Robertson needs to find a groove as a goal scorer before is an everyday regular, Rasmus Sandin’s struggles this season, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt examines the frenzy of news we’ve had in recent days across the world of sports while also explaining why Justin Verlander winning his third career Cy Young award is perhaps the best of all those stories.
NFL Analyst for The Athletic Mike Sando joins Game Play to recap a wild Week 10 slate and look ahead to the weekend’s docket of games. Sando shares his thoughts on why the Vikings’ 8-1 record is slightly flattering based on how they’ve played, why anyone touting the Packers' resurgence should pump the breaks, Justin Fields emerging as a true franchise pivot for the Bears, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic NFL analyst Mike Sando about the biggest storylines heading in to Week 11 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Blue Jays reporter Kaitlyn McGrath to get her reaction to the Jays trading Teoscar Hernandez and the players coming back in the deal.
MLB Staff writer for The Athletic Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to break down Teoscar Hernandez being traded to the Seattle Mariners. McGrath shares her thoughts on why this might be the first of many dominoes to fall for the Blue Jays, Toronto attempting to address the lack of swing-and-miss in their bullpen by adding Erik Swanson, whether the Blue Jays could pursue Brandon Nimmo or Justin Verlander in free agency, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz, Producer Chris, and Intern Adham for another weekly edition of This or That. Find out who the guys think would be a better trade target for the Leafs, Ryan O'Reilly or Bo Horvat, whether John Tavares or Jason Spezza has a better claim to the Hockey Hall of Fame. and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz examines the Teoscar Hernandez trade and where the Blue Jays go from here. Then Matt is joined by Miami Heat Play-by-Play voice Eric Reid to discuss Kyle Lowry’s impact on the Heat since arriving in Miami and the team's performance so far this season as they face the Raptors tonight.
Miami Heat Play-by-Play Announcer for Bally Sports Eric Reid joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game against the Toronto Raptors. Reid shares his thoughts on Miami rounding into form after an uneven start to the season, Bam Adebayo’s two-way impact on the court, Kyle Lowry’s impact on the Heat since arriving in Miami, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt examines the Teoscar Hernandez trade and explains why it leaves Blue Jays fans with questions regarding what comes next.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletics Bills Reporter Tim Graham to discuss the Bills' slump and what has caused Josh Allen's recent struggles. Then Matt talks to FS1 NBA analyst Ric Bucher about the Kawhi factor for the Clippers and what he makes of the Raptors.
FS1 NBA Analyst Ric Bucher joins the show to discuss the Kawhi factor for the Clippers, the interesting case of the Warriors, how impressive Steph Curry has been this year and what to make of the Raptors.
The Athletics Bills Reporter Tim Graham joins the shwo to discuss the recent Bills, how the Dolphins have surprised this year, what has caused Allen's recent struggles and how the team can turn it around.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he's happy the Eagles lost and how their undefeated season didn't feel special. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss why the Vikings are underdogs this Sunday against the Cowboys and how weather truly affects betting lines.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to look at the Lions/Giants game, how the Vikings are underdogs at home against the Cowboys, how weather truly effects betting lines and what went into the Raptors win against the Pistons
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to discuss the Leafs' emotional weekend and how he thinks the the team will fill the holes on defence due to the recent injuries on the blue line. Then Tatti gives his thoughts on a variety of topics from around the sports world in the Monday Mood Meter.
Former Leafs defenceman and current TSN Leafs Co-Host joins the show to discuss the Leafs defenceman situation, the news about Muzzin, the moving parts to the forward lines, how the weekend games differed and what could be the answer with the top 2 lines.
In the first hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss the team's injury issues and who can be counted on to step up in the absence of some of their starters. Then Tatti goes through a wild Week 10 in the NFL with TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins the show to discuss the Bills/Vikings game, how it impacted the Betting world, how Justin Fields play has improved, how the Lions have impressed and what to make of the Lions and how impressive Jeff Saturday's coaching debut was.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to discuss the injury issues the Raptors are facing right now, the story behind the 7-7 start to the season, who is going to need to step up for the team, Scottie recent struggles and if Scottie and Gary Trent Jr. can fill the void missing with Siakam and FVV.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Adam Scully talk to The Athletic Canucks reporter Harman Dayal about this weekend’s Hockey Hall of Fame festivities and Vancouver’s early season struggles. Then Al's Brother and Adam Scully are joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to tee up tonight’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Join Michael Distefano, Adam Scully and Producer Chris as they rank the biggest winners from the week that was in another edition of the Friday Podium.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Lewenberg shares his thoughts on Precious Achiuwa’s ankle injury that will keep him on the shelf indefinitely, why he has been impressed with Scottie Barnes’ sophomore performance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s incredible start to the season, and more.
Canucks Reporter for The Athletic Harman Dayal joins Game Play to discuss this weekend’s Hockey Hall of Fame festivities and Vancouver’s early season struggles. Dayal shares his thoughts on the pressure facing head coach Bruce Boudreau, Thatcher Demko’s early-season struggles, the excitement in the city with the Sedin brothers and Roberto Luongo set to enter the Hockey Hall of Fame on Monday, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Adam Scully get into a special extended addition of Al's Brother's School of Degeneracy after AB got cut from today's edition of Leafs Lunch. Then Mike and Adam talk to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about the Week 10 NFL betting slate, bets he's trailing this Sunday and Friday’s NHL action.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the Week 10 NFL betting slate and Friday’s NHL action. Inglis shares his thoughts on the Panthers’ upset over the Falcons last night, which bets he is trailing for Week 10 of the season, why he like the Maple Leafs tonight when they face off against the Penguins, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to share his best bets for tonight’s game between the Falcons and Panthers and look ahead to the Week 10 slate. Padula shares his thoughts on why he is waiting until closer to game time before placing any wagers with bad weather potentially looming, why Kyle Pitts could be in a smash spot tonight, his favourite bets for the rest of the Week 10 NFL slate, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by The Ringer's Austin Gayle to evaluate the state of the NFL as the season reaches the unofficial halfway point. Then Tatti talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about the Week 10 betting slate in the NFL.
Co-Host on Tailgate and contributor to the Ringer Austin Gayle joins Game Play to discuss the most interesting NFL storylines at the unofficial halfway point of the season. Gayle shares his thoughts on why he believes the Eagles are the most complete team in the NFL, how Josh Allen’s elbow injury affects the Bills’ Super Bowl chances, why he wouldn’t be surprised if the Vikings were one and done when the playoffs arrive, and more.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Play to examine the most interesting storylines ahead of MLB Free Agency. Phillips shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Giants could pry Aaron Judge away from the Yankees, why he thinks the Phillies are a perfect fit for Trea Turner, how the Blue Jays might approach the open market, and more.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Jim Tatti recaps the Raptors' win over the Rockets last night and shares his thoughts on Nick Nurse's comments about some of the starters not performing as expected offensively. Then Tatti is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to discuss where he things the top free agents will end up this offseason.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to discuss why the Maple Leafs are currently the best Canadian team in the NHL. Then Matt talks to Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz about why Aaron Rodgers has been the biggest disappointment in the NFL this season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the NFL season to date has been largely disappointing. Then Matt is tasked with making some tough decisions, including where Anthony Davis should be traded and which free agents the Blue Jays should target in another edition of "This or That".
Editor in chief for Football Outsiders Aaron Shatz joins Game Play to discuss the most interesting stories at the unofficial halfway point of the NFL season. Shatz discusses why Aaron Rodgers has been the most disappointing quarterback so far this season, why he believes Tom Brady and the Bucs will be able to right the ship in the second of the year, Geno Smith’s unexpected performance and more.
TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins Game Play to examine the NHL landscape for the league’s Canadian teams. Corrado shares his thoughts on why the Leafs deserve to be regarded as the best team in Canada, what factors have gone into the disappointing start of the Ottawa Senators, whether the Calgary Flames can right the ship amidst a six-game losing streak, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of This or That. Find out where the guys think Anthony Davis should be traded, which free agent the Blue Jays should target, who deserves the title of the best friend of Mickey Mouse, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank their "Top Athlete Injuries That Bum Us Out" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by AT&T Sportsnet analyst Deryk Engelland to discuss the Golden Knights' start to the season and tonight's matchup against the Maple Leafs.
Former NHL Player and current AT&T Sportsnet analyst and Special Assistant to the Owner Deryk Engelland joins the show to discuss Jack Eichel's place with the Golden Knights, the Golden Knights start to the season, How Thompson has taken his chance between the pipes, why being in front of the net is a good thing and how the expectations from the past may have effect this current team
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst joins the show to discuss the ties in the NFL, what is going on in Indy, what the Utah Jazz are doing in the NBA right now, if Aaron Rodgers is actually bad and who would win between Andy Dalton and Kirk Cousins in Primetime.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz examines how the Maple Leafs have miraculously become Canada's best team and what has gone wrong for the rest of the teams recently. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss how he plans to approach betting on Week 10 of the NFL season.
In today's opening Thought, Matt looks at how the Leafs are currently the best Canadian team. With Calgary struggling, the Oilers inability to make a save, Vancouver forgetting how to play, it is easy to see. Why is everything going wrong?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph about how TJ Brodie has impacted the defensive pairings. Then Matt is joined by Astros pregame host Kevin Eschenfelder to discuss the Astros' World Series win and if this win helps to diminish the cheating scandal.
AT&T Sportsnet Anchor and Astros Host Kevin Eschenfelder joins the show to discuss the Astros world series win, how the pitching staff was managed, if this win helps to diminish the trash can jokes, where Verlander might end up, how Dusty Baker turned around the team's outward appearance and what the scene is at the Astros parade.
Leafs Radio Colour Commentator Jim Ralph joins the show to discuss the biggest takeaway from the Leafs successful weekend, Brodie's impact on the defensive players, the line shuffling, which Nylander moment was the best and how Kallgren can take advantage of his opportunity.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps the craziness from the weekend and what surprised him the most. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Evan Render to discuss Mattress Mack's huge betting win and what he expects from the Monday Nighter.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Evan Render joins the show to discuss Mattress Mack, if you should bet on the Packers anymore, why there is so many close games this season, what has caused some bad football as well and what he expects from the Monday Nighter.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt does his best to recap the craziness from the weekend. From the College Football upsets to Leafs playing well, he touches on every subject possible. What surprised him the most? Find out now.
MLB Network and TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss the importance of Game 5 on Justin Verlander's legacy, the Astros stellar defense, fun Creed talk and World Series ring talk.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz awards his top stories of the week from around the world of sports in the Friday Podium. Then Matt is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to discuss Justin Verlander finally winning a World Series start and if the Astros will finish off the Phillies this weekend.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his Week 9 confidence picks for the Cauz Confidence Pool. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss betting on the Leafs to miss the playoffs and how he sees the World Series playing out this weekend.
Covers.com Betting analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss betting on the Leafs to miss the playoffs, how oddsmaker are delayed in changing their lines, how he sees the World Series games this weekend, what are the odds that Indy could surprise, why the Bills are such big favourites on the spread as well as his favourite plays for this weekend.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by former TFC star and Italian international, Sebastian Giovinco, to discuss his expectations for Canada at the upcoming World Cup in Qatar. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng about Pascal Siakam's emergence as a top talent in the NBA.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the emergence of Siakam as a top NBA player, how impressive Scottie has been as the PG for the team, who is the better player between Giannis and Luka, how talented Benedict Mathurin
Former TFC Star and Italian international Sebastian Giovinco joins the show to talk about his partnership with Budweiser Zero, Forza Canada, to try and promote the Canadian team to the Italian community, how excited he is to cheer on the Canadian team and what he sees for the team.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what needs to happen for Justin Verlander to win a World Series game and why he can't seem to answer the call on the biggest stage. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to discuss John Tavares leading the Leafs out of their losing streak.
The Toronto Sun' Leafs Reporter Terry Koshan joins the show to discuss the inconsistencies in the team's start, Tavares' huge game, the storylines from the Flyers game and what the team needs to do to carry the momentum forward
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the pressure on Justin Verlander in the World Series. The man who has a hall of fame spot locked up, who will have multiple Cy Young awards and yet the man who also can't win a World Series game. What needs to happen for him to get a win?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about why this is the opportune time for bettors to jump on the Astros. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss why it is fair to question the internal motivation of the Maple Leafs right now.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Maple Leafs and Flyers. Feschuk shares his thoughts on the negativity looming over the team amidst their slow start to the season, why the process over result trope that is constantly trotted out by the team has become tiring, why it is fair to question the internal motivation of the team right now, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of This or That. Find whether they think Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers will retire first, which team between the Bruins and Golden Knights has a better chance of winning their respective conference, and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins Game Play to recap Game 3 of the World Series and look ahead to the Game 4 betting slate tonight. Caley shares his thoughts on why this is the opportune time for bettors to jump on the Astros, why he likes Christian Javier props tonight in Game 4, why the Giants might regret not trading Saquon Barkley ahead of the NFL trade deadline, and more.
Co-host of The Athletic Hockey Show Sean McIndoe joins Game Play to discuss the ongoing turmoil surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs. McIndoe shares his thoughts on why the Maple Leafs are an incredibly hard team to root for at times despite their talent and success, why there is no amount of regular season success that can appease the Maple Leafs’ fanbase, the team’s alarming lack of signature good moments in the Core-Four era, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the trades that didn’t happen during yesterday’s NFL trade deadline are far more interesting than the trades that occurred. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Down Goes Brown to get his thoughts on the ongoing turmoil early this season for the Maple Leafs.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why he thinks the trades that didn’t happen during yesterday’s NFL trade deadline are far more interesting than the trades that did end up taking place.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge's Evan Render about why he thinks the Bruins’ hot start is the real deal and Maple Leafs reporter David Alter about the changes Sheldon Keefe made to the lineup in practice today. Then Matt is joined by VSiN's Shaun King to discuss the deals made ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
Maple Leafs reporter David Alter joins Game Play to discuss the Maple Leafs returning back home after a unsuccessful month of October, the narrative of not leading up to expectation ten games in and Sheldon Keefe's decision to switch the lines at practice.
Co-host of VSiN Live Primetime Shaun King joins Game Play to discuss the deals made ahead of the NFL trade deadline. King shares his thoughts on why he likes the decision by the Bears to trade for Chase Claypool, why Trevor Lawrence has had an inconsistent sophomore campaign, why he thinks the Cowboys are the second-best team in the NFC, and more.
TSN Betting Analyst Evan Render join Game Play to discuss the Tuesday NHL betting slate. Render shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Miami Dolphins are the big winner of the NFL trade deadline after acquiring Bradley Chubb, why he thinks the Bruins’ hot start is the real deal, why he has been chasing props for the opposing goalies facing the Devils, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the drama surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs and why they are such a difficult team to root for sometimes. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank the "Top Trades They'd Like to See Happen in the NFL" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of the Tuesday Top 5. This week, the guys put their GM caps on and share the top trades they want to see happen ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dissects the drama current drama surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs and puts into perspective why they are such a difficult team to root for sometimes.
Join Michael Distefano, Luca Celebre and Producer Chris as they get their cheat sheets out for the Halloween Candy Draft. Find out who Luca shockingly selects with the first overall pick and why Michael is not impressed with Jolly Ranchers.
Join Michael Distefano and Luca Celebre for another weekly edition of the Monday Mood Meter. Producer Chris joins the guys to ask the question, how are you feeling if you are Sheldon Keefe, Shane Wright or the Las Vegas Raiders after tumultuous weekends?
Join Michael Distefano and Luca Celebre as they get into the Halloween festivities by playing a little Trick or Treats Props. Find out which futures props they think could be a tasty treat for bettors and which ones they’re calling out as a big time trick.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Bengals and Browns. Padula shares his thoughts on Roquan Smith being traded to the Ravens, how the Christian McCaffrey trade affects the 49ers futures markets, why he is looking at Tyler Boyd and a handful of other Bengals to have a big game tonight, and more.
Sports Betting Analyst for VSiN Adam Burke joins Game Play to tee up Game 3 of the World Series. Burke shares his thoughts on why Noah Syndergaard could be in for a tough night against the Astros, why Jose Altuve has a good shot of breaking out of his slump, why Houston deserves praise for having an elite player development system, and more.
Fantasy Football writer for the Sporting News Vinnie Iyer joins Game Play to discuss the upcoming NFL trade deadline and the second half of the fantasy football season. Iyer shares his thoughts on who might be on the move ahead of tomorrow’s deadline, why DeAndre Hopkins looks like a potential league-winner down the stretch, which running back handcuffs he thinks have the most value, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano are joined by VSiN sports betting analyst Adam Burke to tee up Game 3 of the World Series tonight. Then Luca and Al's Brother talk to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to recap Week 8 of the NFL season.
In the first hour of Game Play, BarDown's Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano are joined by The Sporting News fantasy football writer Vinnie Iyer to look ahead to the NFL trade deadline and the second half of the fantasy football season. Then Luca and Al's Brother make some Trick or Treat prop bets in honour of today being Halloween.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about whether Brady and Rodgers can turn their seasons around and why the World Series could be closer than many think. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors analyst Warren Ward to discuss what has led to Pascal Siakam's great play this season.
TSN 1050 Raptors Commentator Warren Ward joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between Toronto and the Philadelphia 76ers. Ward shares his thoughts on why Pascal Siakam is playing the best basketball of his career, reports that the NBA is looking to implement a hard salary cap, which struggling team among the Lakers, Nets, and 76ers is in the most trouble, and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the MLB, NHL, and NFL weekend betting slates. Inglis shares his thoughts on why he thinks there is some value in Coyotes player props as they get set to debut at Mullet Arena tonight, why he thinks the World Series could be closer than most think despite the Astros being heavy favourites, why he thinks the Buffalo Bills will have no problem handling the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz reveals his Confidence Picks for Week 8 in the Cauz Confidence Pool. Then Matt is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to discuss why he believes the Astros are already a dynasty and who he thinks will win the World Series.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips join Game Play to tee up Game 1 of the World Series. Phillips shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Houston Astros are already a dynasty, why Bryce Harper is on track to become a Hall-of-Famer, who he thinks will win the Fall Classic, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of his Confidence Pool Picks. Find out why Matt is expecting the Titans to roll against the Texans and why his season-long fade of the New York Giants could be reaching an end.
Former NHLer and current Sharks Colour Analyst for NBCSN Bret Hedican joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between San Jose and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hedican shares his thoughts on the early season struggles of the Sharks, his perspective on the Maple Leafs from outside the Toronto market, why he wouldn’t want to be part of an organization that is committed to tanking for Connor Bedard, and more.
Co-host of VSiN Live Primetime Tim Murray joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Ravens and Bucs as well as look ahead to the Week 8 NFL slate. Murray shares his thoughts on why he likes the Bucs tonight despite their struggles in recent weeks, the ongoing struggles of both Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady, his favourite bets for the Week 8 slate and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to San Jose Sharks hockey analyst about the identity of the Sharks this season and tonight's matchup against the Leafs. Then Matt is joined by VSiN co-host Tim Murray to break down the Week 8 betting slate in the NFL.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of Start ‘em, Sit ‘em, Cut ‘em. Find out who the guys think will play the most games on a line with Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, which athlete is the most likable among Ben Simmons, Carlos Correa, and. Russell Wilson, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz ponders whether it'd be more compelling to watch Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady finally struggle or lead their teams on resilient second-half comebacks. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to discuss LeBron James' impact on the Lakers' futures props despite their poor start to the season.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to recap the Wednesday night slate and look ahead to Thursday’s contests. Cheng shares his thoughts on why the Lakers' early season struggles have not really affected their futures props, the evolution of Pascal Siakam’s game, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s chances of winning Defensive Player of the Year, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt poses the question to listeners: What would be a more compelling storyline, watching Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady finally perform as mere mortals, or leading their teams to resilient comebacks in the second half of the season?
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of This or That! Find whether they think Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers is more to blame for the struggles of their respective teams, whether Zion Williamson or Kawhi Leonard is more likely to play 60+ games this season, and more.
VSiN Host and Analyst Matt Youmans joins Game Play to discuss the Week 8 NFL slate. Youmans shares his thoughts on the unpredictable results we’ve seen through seven weeks of the NFL season, the surprising success of Daniel Jones and the New York Giants, the quarterback drama surrounding Mac Jones and the New England Patriots, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by VSiN's Matt Youman's to go over the betting slate for Week 8 of the NFL season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why after seven weeks of the NFL season, we still know very little about the landscape of the league. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Jack Armstrong to preview tonight's matchup between the Raptors and 76ers.
TSN Raptors Colour Analyst Jack Armstrong joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Armstrong shares his thoughts on why Pascal Siakam is playing the best basketball of his career, what to expect from the 76ers tonight, why he feels the narrative that Toronto’s starters are playing too many minutes is bogus, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why after seven weeks of the NFL season, we still know so little about the landscape of the league.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank their "Top Cheating Scandals in Sports" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss John Tavares' injury scare and why the Leafs have struggled against the Golden Knights.
Toronto Star Columnist Dave Feschuk joins the show to discuss John Tavares' injury scare, how the bottom 6 could potentially get better internally, how the start of the Raptors season has gone and how they have been able to dominate on the defensive end as well as why the Leafs struggled against the Golden Knights.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz takes the Leafs' conversation in a different direction and gets into why John Tavares is so important to the Maple Leafs. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss how he plans to bet on the World Series and why the NFL has been brutal this season.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss the Pelicans/Mavericks game tonight, how the Raptors should utilize Barnes and what it means for bettors, Harden coming to camp in shape, how to bet on the World Series, why the NFL has been so brutal this year and what has caused the disparity in the league.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about Pascal Siakam's strong start to the season and tonight's rematch against the Heat. Then Matt shares his thoughts on some of the biggest topics from the past weekend in sports in Matt's Monday Mood Meter.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to discuss the game tonight against the Heat, Scottie Barnes injury, Siakam's strong start, concern for injuries and why Koloko was ejected.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz lists the scariest things currently happening in sports with Halloween one week away. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to discuss the Buccaneers' struggles this season and how he's betting on the Monday Nighter.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dominic Padula joins the show to discuss his Morning Coffee Best Bet, the Buccaneers struggles, when Matt should start betting on his Giants and how to bet the Packers game.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Evan Render joins Game Play to tee up this weekend’s NHL and NFL slates. Render shares his thoughts on William Nylander hitting the over on his shot props in five consecutive games, the 49ers looking for revenge against the Chiefs in their first rematch since Super Bowl LIV, why he is expecting the Packers put forth a strong effort this week against the Commanders, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about why he is fading the over on Joe Musgrove’s strikeout props and his faith in the MOPS method. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Evan Render to share his best bets for tonight's NHL slate.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to discuss Friday’s MLB betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on why he is fading the over on Joe Musgrove’s strikeout props, his favourite bets for tonight’s NHL betting slate, why believes the MOPS method is a solid guide for bettors of any skill level, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his Confidence Pool Picks for Week 7 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by CBCSports.ca writer Vivek Jacob to preview the Raptors' matchup against the Brooklyn Nets tonight.
Raptors.com and CBCSports.ca contributor Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Raptors and the Nets. Jacob shares his thoughts on why he could see the Raptors finishing the regular season with a better record than the Nets and 76ers, what he thinks the ceiling of this team is, how to best utilize the options they have on the bench, and more.
Senior managing editor for The Athletic James Mirtle joins Game Play to tee up tonight's contest between the Maple Leafs and Stars. Mirtle shares his thoughts on the surprising level of drama stemming from Sheldon Keefe's critical comments on Monday night, how Jake Muzzin's injury affects the Leafs' blue-line moving forward, what Nick Robertson needs to show to carve out a full time position in the NHL, and more.
In the second hour of the Princess Margaret Lottery edition of Game Play, Matt Cauz speaks with more cancer survivors and families impacted by the disease. Matt also is joined by VSiN host Shaun King to break down the biggest storylines heading into Week 7 of the NFL season and The Athletic's James Mirtle to discuss Sheldon Keefe walking back his "elite players" comments.
In the first hour of today's special Princess Margaret Lottery edition of Game Play live from Princess Margaret's Grand Prize Show Home in Oakville, Matt Cauz gets into why the Leafs' early season struggles were predictable but a bounce-back game also wouldn't be surprising. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour analyst Jevohn Shepherd to recap the team's win against the Cavs in their season opener.
TSN Raptors Colour Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to recap last night’s exciting opening night win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shepherd shares his thoughts on how head coach Nick Nurse gets his players to play with such consistent effort levels, Scottie Barnes impressive sophomore debut following his Rookie of the Year campaign, what to expect from the Nets on Friday, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why the Leafs' early season struggles were predictable and why no one should be surprised if they come out with a strong performance tonight against the Stars.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt tees up the upcoming season for the Toronto Raptors and examines why they inspire more confidence than other Toronto sports teams like the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TheScore's Esfandiar Baraheni about the Raptors' upcoming season and why he thinks Pascal Siakam is primed to have his best season yet. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng in-studio to break down the unparalleled amount of parity entering the 2022-23 NBA season.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to preview the upcoming NBA season from a betting perspective. Cheng shares his thoughts on why he thinks Joel Embiid has a great shot at winning NBA regular season MVP, why he thinks Evan Mobley provides tremendous value when betting on Defensive Player of the Year, the unparalleled league-wide parity entering the 2022-23 season, and more.
Co-host of the No Good Podcast Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to preview the upcoming season for the Toronto Raptors. Baraheni shares his thoughts on why he believes Pascal Siakam will have his most productive season to date, what Scottie Barnes needs to focus on to improve on his Rookie of the Year campaign, Precious Achiuwa’s potential for a breakout season, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why we trust the Raptors more than the Jays or Leafs despite the roster having less star power. Then Matt is joined by The Ringer's Joe House to get his thoughts on what he expects from the Raptors this season.
Co-host of the Ringer Gambling Podcast Joe House joins Game Play to preview the 2022-23 NBA season. House shares his thoughts on why he is bullish on the Raptors' outlook this year, why it is difficult to gauge how the Brooklyn Nets will fare this year, how the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes will influence the number of teams that will tank, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips about Game 5 between the Guardians and Yankees and his prediction for the NLCS. Then Matt and Producer Nick rank the "Top excuses used by the Leafs after losing to the Coyotes" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five.
Former MLB GM and current analyst Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss weather delays in MLB, if the MLB would do anything they could to get the Yankees to win, storylines ahead of Game 5 between the Yankees and Guardians and predictions for the Phillies/Padres series.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why there's a lack of quality QB play in the NFL. Then Matt talks to TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters about why he's not concerned about the team's performance to start the season and Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about why the Raptors are overlooked in sportsbooks.
Covers.com Betting analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to talk about the Raptors win total for the season, teams tanking for Wembanyama, why Russell Wilson has struggled so much and why the lack of QB quality has affected the NFL.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins the show to discuss what is more likely to be said if the Leafs bounce back against the Stars, why this team struggles against teams like the Coyotes, what should happen moving forward and how the lineup could change to make things right.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the lack of quality QB play in the NFL. On the heels of the Monday Night game between Russell Wilson and Justin Herbert both struggled immensely. Why is this happening? Is there a simple solution? Matt's breaks it all down and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by former Maple Leafs goaltender and current NESN hockey analyst, Andrew Raycroft, to get his thoughts on Matt Murray's injury. Then Matt talks to Terry Koshan to delve deeper into the impact of Murray's long-term absence on the Maple Leafs.
Maple Leafs Reporter from the Toronto Sun Terry Koshan joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines from the Matt Murray injury, how the call ups might be utilized during the Murray injury, Matthews hitting-streak and the insanely high odds for the game tonight.
Former Maple Leafs goaltender and current Analyst for NESN Andrew Raycroft joins the show to discuss his memories of Gord Downey from the Tragically Hip, what Matt Murray mindset might be right now after the injury, how hard it is to play injured as a goaltender, how difficult it is to be injured as a professional athlete, if the mental state of being injured helps push people to come back early and what realistic expectations should be for Samsonov.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the struggles and pain that comes with being a sports fan. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to recap a wild weekend in sports and look ahead to the Monday Nighter.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins the show to discuss some of the bad beats over the weekend, which props he loves for the Monday night game between the Broncos and Chargers, why the total has moved so much, how to possibly bet on the Leafs/Coyotes game and why Nylander shots are pretty much a lock.
In todays Opening Thought, Matt looks at the struggles of being a sports fan. From 100 win teams getting knocked out in the MLB playoffs to the poor production of the supposed top NFL teams, it isnt easy to cheer on certain teams. How do you stay a fan when they keep disappointing you. Listen and find out.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about his best bets across the NHL, NFL and MLB Postseason this weekend. Then Matt awards his best sports stories of the week in the "Friday Podium".
Covers.com Founder and NFL/NHL/MLB betting analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss Al Michael's comments on Dan Snyder, on his start to the NHL season, how the rangers/Jets game has been bet, what he likes about the DAL/PHI game, how to bet teh KC/BUF game and how he is betting on the MLB Slate.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz reveals his Confidence Picks for Week 6 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1200 Ottawa host Shawn Simpson to preview tomorrow night's Battle of Ontario and discuss why Matt Murray didn't work out with the Senators.
TSN 1200 host and former NHLer Shawn Simpson joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the Battle of Ontario, what went wrong with Murray in Ottawa, the great story of Craig Anderson, what the expectations on the Senators could mean, the offseason moves for the Senators and what the growth of young players means.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about why he is tailing a handful of William Nylander shot props tonight and his favourite bets for Week 6 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by AEW wrestler Brian Pillman Jr. to discuss the Greektown Wrestling event this weekend.
Co-member of the Varsity Blonds as seen on AEW on TNT Brian Pillman Jr. joins Game Play to discuss his upcoming event with Greektown Wrestling this weekend. Pillman Jr. shares his thoughts on growing up in Calgary while pursuing wrestling, the time he caught lice at a shady motel while on the road, what to expect from this weekend’s Greektown Wrestling event, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em. Find out which player they are most confident in starting for fantasy football during tonight's game between the Commanders and Bears, which food commonly associated with Montreal they think is the best, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders. Padula shares his thoughts on why he is tailing a handful of William Nylander shot props tonight, his favourite bets for the Week 6 NFL slate, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his thoughts on the Leafs' season opening loss to the Canadiens. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to discuss Matt Murray's sup-par performance and the play of Holl and Muzzin against the Habs.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt recaps a tough opening night loss for the Toronto Maple Leafs while providing a safe space for both those who want to yell and scream and those who are taking a more patient approach.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips about where Ross Atkins and the Blue Jays go from here as they enter the offseason. Then Matt and Producer Chris debate Hart trophy odds and who is more likely to miss the playoffs between the Bengals and Rams in this week's edition of "This or That".
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of This or That. Find whether they think Cale Makar or Nikita Kucherov has a better chance of winning the Hart Trophy, who is more likely to miss the playoffs between the Bengals and Rams, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares why he's excited for the Leafs and entering the season with a renewed level of optimism. Then Matt is joined by 'Inside The Maple Leafs' reporter for the Sports Illustrated, David Alter, to preview tonight's season opener against the Canadiens.
Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for Sports Illustrated David Alter joins Game Play to tee up opening night against the Montreal Canadiens. Alter shares his thoughts on a perceived lack of buzz surrounding the team on opening night, how Auston Matthews can take his game to even loftier heights, how he expects the Leafs’ lines to evolve over the course of the season, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why the playoff demons of the Leafs' past shouldn’t prevent fans from enjoying what should be an exciting season.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by former MLB pitcher Josh Towers to make sense of the Blue Jays' collapse against the Mariners. Then Matt talks to professional wrestler Ethan Page about his journey to AEW.
AEW Wrestler Ethan Page joins the show to discuss his journey to AEW, gives his Randy Savage impersonation, how he has handled the steep climb through the ranks, what it means to him, his craziest hotel story in his career, his vlog and toy store goals.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz has his Week 5 Confidence Picks graded by Producer Nick. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss his best bets for the NFL slate and MLB postseason.
Former MLB Pitcher and host at VSiN Josh Towers joins the show to discuss what happened to the Blue Jays in the final 4 innings on Saturday, how they loss the game, what was going on with Joe Musgrove's ears, which fanbase is hurting more after the wild card round and who he favourite is for the rest of the playoffs.
Covers.com Senior betting Analyst joins the show to discuss the potential moves the Jays could make in the off season to get better, what Schneider can do to try and position this team better, which Divisional Round matchup is his favourite, how to bet the Giants and his favourite odds for this week.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the Jays collapse in the Wild Card against the Mariners. What does this feel like from the bluejays perspective and where do they go from here? Matt lokks at it all.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic's Dom Dom Luszczyszyn to examine the Atlantic Division and how he expects things to shake out. Then Matt talks to former Blue Jay Chris Colabello about what the postseason atmosphere is like in Toronto ahead of the Jays' Wild Card series against the Mariners.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of his Confidence Pool Picks. Find out why Matt is reluctantly backing the Titans and locking in the Chiefs with his highest confidence rating.
Former MLBer Chris Colabello joins Game Play to tee up Game 1 of the Blue Jays and Mariners’ Wild Card series. Colabello shares his thoughts on what the atmosphere of playoff baseball is like at Rogers Centre, why Alek Manoah always seems to rise to the occasion, the value of George Springer’s post-season experience, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of the Friday Podium. Matt and Producer Chris look back on the week that was and hand out some hardware to Aaron Judge and others.
NHL Writer for The Athletic Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to examine the Atlantic Division. Luszczyszyn shares his thoughts on the uncertainty in net for the Toronto Maple Leafs, why he thinks some are writing off John Tavares too soon, why he thinks some pundits have an overzealous outlook for the Ottawa Senators, how he expects the Atlantic Division to shake out, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz tries to turn his fortunes around with this week's Confidence Pool picks. Then Matt is joined by Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz to discuss Russell Wilson's rough start to his tenure in Denver and how the Tua situation was handled.
Editor-in-Chief for Football Outsiders Aaron Shatz joins Game Play to tee up the Week 5 NFL slate. Shatz shares his thoughts on why Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos have struggled through five weeks of the season, how Kansas City’s offence has proven all the doubters wrong, the inherently dangerous nature of football that we saw with Tua Tagovailoa’s injury, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Sheldon Keefe's comments about whether John Tavares will be ready for opening night. Then Matt is joined by 14-year MLB veteran Bret Boone to preview the Wild Card matchup between the Mariners and Blue Jays.
Former Mariners player and host of the Bret Boone Podcast Bret Boone joins the show to discuss the feelings around the first postseason game, what would need to happen for the Blue Jays and Mariners to win respectively, his favourite John Olerud story and if he thought Jamie Moyer was going to last in the league as long as he did?
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin about the latest fallout from the Hockey Canada situation and how he sees the Metro Division playing out this season. Then Matt is joined by Canadian defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys, Neville Gallimore, to discuss his journey to the NFL and what it has been like playing for the Cowboys.
Dallas Cowboys Canadian DT Neville Gallimore joins the show to discuss his career path, what it has been like playing for the Cowboys, what it was like to play his first game, his celebration of his first sack, what the start to this season has felt like in Dallas and what it's like playing for Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn.
TSN Hockey Analyst Dave Poulin joins the show to discuss the latest news on Hockey Canada, what the Leafs lines could look like moving forward, why the Penguins might be the most interesting team in the Metro and what to expect from the Metro division.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of This or That. As usual, Producer Chris poses the toughest questions possible to Matt including which NHL star deserves to be paid more, Matthew Barzal or Jason Robertson?
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt takes a closer look at some of the under the radar stories of the last 24 hours after a quiet night in sports on Tuesday evening.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips about how the Blue Jays and Mariners match up ahead of their Wild Card series. Then Matt is joined by VSiN senior NBA analyst Jonathan Von Tobel to discuss some of the most interesting storylines across the NBA as the preseason continues.
Senior NBA Analyst for VSiN Live Jonathan Von Tobel joins Game Play to discuss some of the most interesting storylines across the NBA as the preseason continues. Von Tobel shares his thoughts on why the Denver Nuggets have a chance to win the Western Conference with Jamal Murray returning, how the chance to draft Victor Wembanyama will encourage teams to tank, how the Ime Udoka suspension affects Boston’s title chances, and more.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Play to look ahead to the start of the MLB Playoffs. Phillips shares his thoughts on why the playoffs are unenjoyable when you are a general manager, how the Blue Jay and Mariners match up ahead of their Wild Card series, why he thinks the Mets/Padres series could prove to be very exciting, why Aaron Judge’s special character matches his special talents, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into some of the biggest storylines in sports from the last 24 hours that might've slipped through the cracks. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic senior NFL writer Mike Sando to assess the landscape of the NFL after four weeks of the regular season.
NFL Writer for The Athletic Mike Sando joins Game Play to assess the landscape of the NFL after four weeks of the regular season. Sando shares his thoughts on whether the Giants’ 3-0 start is merely smoke and mirrors, why the Eagles have more to prove before they’re crowned the best team in the NFC, why he isn’t entirely surprised at the underwhelming results of the AFC West, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic Oilers reporter Daniel Nugent-Bowman about what realistic expectations are for Connor McDavid and the Oilers this season. Then Matt is joined by TSN Flames reporter Salim Valji to discuss the drama around the Flames this offseason.
TSN's Flames Reporter Salim Valji joins the show to look at the drama around the Flames offseason, what the top 6 might look like at the start of the season, what to expect from the Flames heading into the season for the top line, and what is most likely to happen with Bo Levi Mitchell's career.
The Athletic's Oilers reporter Daniel Nugent-Bowman joins the show to discuss how McDavid is going to wow this season, what are realistic expectations for this season, Jack Campbell's fit with the Oilers and what are Dylan Holloway's expectations.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into NFL salaries and why the QB position is still an enigma. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss how to bet the final few games of the MLB season. Matt and Producer Nick also rank the "Top Players to Watch in the MLB Postseason" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Senior Betting Analyst for Covers.com Andrew Caley joisn teh show to breakdown how to bet on the last few games of the MLB season, why betting Whit Merrifield overs' should be locks right now, who are some good props to hit and his favourite week 5 bets in the NFL.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the salaries in the NFL and why the QB position is still an enigma. Jimmy G looks good, Stafford does not and the NFL analysts are perplexed as to what can make a good QB. How do you put talent around a quarterback if the quarterback isn't good? Is there a formula? All this and more Matt looks into.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to SI.com Blue Jays writer Mitch Bannon about who he'd give the ball to in a Game 3 scenario for the Jays' Wild Card series. Then Matt shares his feelings on a variety of sports topics from this past weekend in another edition of "Matt's Monday Mood Meter".
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why there's not as much excitement surrounding the Blue Jays' Wild Card berth. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula to recap the Week 4 betting slate in the NFL.
TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula joins Game Play to recap the Week 4 NFL betting slate and look ahead to the Monday Nighter. Padula shares his thoughts on the low-scoring results of the first four weeks of the season, why the Eagles have established themselves as legitimate contenders, why people were foolish to doubt Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the offseason, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt discusses the Toronto Blue Jays' upcoming Wild Card series and why there is a muted level of excitement within the city.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis about the Week 4 NFL betting slate. The Matt is joined by former NBA player Tony Massenburg to discuss his time playing for the Grizzlies ahead of the release of the documentary, "The Grizzlie Truth".
Former NBAer Tony Massenburg joins Game Play to chat about the upcoming premiere of “The Grizzly Truth”. Massenburg shares his thoughts on what the early days of the Vancouver Grizzlies were like, why the team ended up lasting only six seasons in Vancouver, why he could see a team returning to Vancouver one day, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares why he's all in on Kirk Cousins as he makes his Week 4 Confidence Picks. Then Matt is joined by former Blue Jay Chris Colabello to discuss why it is difficult to compare historical seasons like Aaron Judge's with different eras.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the Week 4 NFL betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on the injury issues facing the Saints, why he expects the Bills to have no problem handling the Ravens this week, why he is backing Breece Hall rushing props and more.
Former MLBer Chris Colabello joins Game Play to discuss some of the biggest MLB storylines. Colabello shares his thoughts on athletes who attempt to play through injuries, why it is difficult to compare historical seasons through different eras, the anti-climatic nature of the Blue Jays clinching a berth in the post-season, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of his Confidence Pool Picks. Find out why he is all in on Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings this week and why he can’t believe the Dallas Cowboys are three-point favourites against the Washington Commanders.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano is joined by The Athletic Blue Jays reporter Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss Aaron Judge's record-tying home run and Frankie Lasagna's 15 minutes of fame. Then Al's Brother talks to Sporting News Fantasy Football Writer Vinnie Iyer about surprises in fantasy so far and who you should be picking up on the waiver wire right now.
The Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer joins the show to discuss the potential use of Chubba Hubbard this week, how long you should hang on to a wide receiver like DJ Moore, who you should start, sit and cut between Hollins, Jones and McKenzie, streaming options to potentially replace Tua, and who he thinks you should look fo ron the waiver wire.
The Athletic's Blue Jays Reporter Kaitlyn McGrath joins the show to discuss Aaron Judge's record setting home run, Frankie Lasagna's 15 minutes of fame, if Matt Buschmann could have cashed in on the HR ball, who should be the starting pitchers in a three game series and what clinching without playing could mean for the Jays.
Mike DiStefano filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Al's Brother gets into Aaron Judge's historic night in Toronto. Then AB is joined by Vice President of Research and Development at SumerSports, Eric Eager to break down the bad beats and where the smart money is for Week 4 of the NFL season.
Host of PFF Forecast Eric Eager joins the show to discuss the Dolphins being underdogs in the Thursday nighter, which side he is leaning in this game, which prop bets to avoid for the Bengals tonight, how good the Detroit Lions are ahead of their game against the Seahawks, who the lines are leaning in the Bills/Ravens game, If you can trust the Packers and his favourite picks for Week 4.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN's Shaun King about the most interesting storylines heading into Week 4 of the NFL season. Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport and CFL Hall of Famer, Neil Lumsden, joins Game Play to discuss the importance of Rowan's Law on the fifth anniversary of the law being passed.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Play to recap last night’s loss by the Blue Jays. Phillips shares his thoughts on his memories of Shea Stadium on the 14th anniversary of its closing, why the character of Aaron Judge and Albert Pujols rivals their on-field production, why the AL East is the hardest division to win in baseball, and more.
Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport and CFL HOFer Neil Lumsden joins Game Play to discuss the fifth annual Rowan’s Law Day. Lumsden shares his thoughts on the fifth anniversary of Rowan’s Law Day, why the diagnosis of concussions is a decision that can’t be in the hands of the athlete, how Rowan’s Law is working to keep youth athletes safer, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of This or That. The guys kick things off by debating which QB they'd rather start an NFL franchise with, Tua Tagovailoa or Trevor Lawrence.
Co-host of VSiN Live Shaun King joins Game Play to examine the most interesting storylines heading into Week 4 of the NFL season. King shares his thoughts on the rash of injuries facing the Los Angeles Chargers, why Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars are a legit threat to win the AFC South, whether the Miami Dolphins can challenge the Buffalo Bills for the AFC East crown, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the future of Toronto sports is very bright. Then Matt is joined by TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips to discuss Aaron Judge's pursuit of Roger Maris' home run record and if the Yankees or Blue Jays have a bigger advantage in tonight's matchup.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why the opening pitch in last night’s Blue Jays game between Auston Matthews and Alek Manoah was symbolic of the bright future of sports in Toronto.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson about his love for Tropicana Field and how Jose Berrios should approach Aaron Judge tonight. Then Matt and Producer Nick rank their top "Chasing History" moments in sports in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins the show to discuss Tropicana field and why he likes it, how Berrios might approach Judge, why are we seeing pitchers have ups and downs, missing the star starting pitchers, Vladdy's walk-off, and how important playoffs are for the city of Toronto.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into whether the Raptors did enough in the offseason and how competitive they will be heading into the season. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss betting on Aaron Judge to hit his 61st home run and his best bets for Week 4 in the NFL.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss the Judge walk by Toronto, if you should bet on him to hit a HR or not, how the Bills are still favoured while the Dolphins are not, if you should take the Bills against the Ravens, and his favourite lines for week 4.
In today's Opening Thought, Mat looks at the Toronto Raptors heading into this season. Did the team do enough in the offseason? How competitive are they going to be heading into the season? What are realistic expectations for this Raptors squad? Matt breaks all this down and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Domenic Padula to recap a wild Week 3 in the NFL. Then Matt shares his feelings as if he was the Las Vegas Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles and more in another edition of the "Monday Mood Meter".
Toronto Raptors General Manager Bobby Webster joins Game Play on the eve of training camp to discuss the upcoming season for the team. Webster shares his thoughts on what he is expecting from Scottie Barnes this season, the challenges the Raptors have faced in recent years playing out of the country, his family vacation to the Ozarks this summer, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of the Monday Mood Meter. Find out how Matt would be feeling if he was the Las Vegas Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, and more.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to recap a wild Week 3 NFL betting slate. Padula shares his thoughts on the injury woes facing the Los Angeles Chargers, why the Miami Dolphins have been one of the most impressive teams in the NFL through three weeks, hia best bets for tonight’s game between the Cowboys and Giants, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matthew Cauz gets into why it was an ugly weekend all around for the NFL. Then Matt is joined by Raptors general manager Bobby Webster as the team opens training camp to discuss his expectations for the upcoming season.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why it was an ugly week across the board for the NFL.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about Aaron Judge being walked last night and if he'll match Roger Maris' record tonight. Then Matt determines which sports stories from this week reign supreme for the "Friday Podium".
Covers.com NFL/NHL/MLB betting analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to discuss walking Aaron Judge, his take of the Buffalo and Miami game, NFL prop lines, his favourite MLB props that will cover over the last few weeks and who to take in the Monday Night game.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz makes his Confidence Picks for Week 3 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by Westwood One play-by-play voice Ryan Radtke to discuss the Packers' struggles and if he thinks the 49ers are happy with Jimmy Garoppolo under centre.
Westwood One Play-by-play great Ryan Radtke joins the show to discuss the Packers struggles, Brady and Rodgers grumpiness, where the 49ers are at with Garoppolo, the top headlines for the Sunday night game, possible injuries for the game, the crowd counting for the Broncos last weekend and his favourite games for the week.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN's Matthew Scianitti about what Canada can take away from their games against Qatar and Uruguay and the team's current injury situation. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Jason Logan to discuss how he is betting on the Thursday Nighter.
Covers.com Senior analyst Jason Logan joins the show to discuss where he is betting on the Thursday Night game, why it might be Pickett time in Pittsburgh, which underdogs are the best bets in week 3, why betting on Indy is a tough situation, some interesting storylines from week 3 betting lines, and how the to get the best lines.
TSN Soccer and CFL Insider Matthew Scianitti joins the show to discuss the Jets comeback in week 2, what Canada can take away from their games against Qatar and Uruguay, Canada's current injury situation, what happens to the Canadian's who won't be in the MLS Playoffs, the current contract negotiations between the men's team and Canada Soccer and if the RedBlacks can upset the Argos.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why Kyle Dubas hasn't been offered a contract extension by the Maple Leafs. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's "Down Goes Brown" to discuss the top storylines heading into the NHL season.
The Athletic's Sean McIndoe joins the show to discuss his article about the bizarro-meter in the Eastern Conference, how shocking the Gaudreau news was, what the most surprising story in the East was, the problem with Dubas' contract and the Leafs goaltending situation.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at why Kyle Dubas doesn't have an extension. He breaks down why it is partially on him but also is on the players who haven't succeeded so far. How will this season help or hurt his case?
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of This or That. Matt and Producer Chris go back and forth this week debating whether the Browns or Steelers have a better chance of finishing above .500, which NHL Atlantic Division team has the best chance of taking a step forward this season, whether Jaylen Waddle or Amon-ra St.Brown is the better fantasy option moving forward, and more.
Sports Betting Host & Analyst for Yahoo Sportsbook Ariel Epstein joins Game Play to chat about Wednesday’s MLB slate. Epstein shares her thoughts on the Blue Jays providing starter Kevin Gausman with elite run support all year, how to find value when betting during the final weeks of the season, her favourite bets for Wednesday’s MLB slate, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Yahoo! Sportsbook host and analyst, Ariel Epstein about tonight's betting slate in MLB. Then Matt is joined by SportsBook Review sports betting analyst Scott Cullen to discuss the most interesting storylines heading into the 2022-23 NHL season.
Sports Betting Analyst at SportsBook Review Scott Cullen joins Game Play to chat about the most interesting storylines heading into the 2022-23 season. Cullen shares his thoughts on the amount of public money coming in on the Toronto Maple Leafs to win the Stanley Cup, why Tampa Bay’s track record is worth betting on, whether Pittsburgh’s window is closing, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the AL MVP debate is officially over after Aaron Judge hit his 60th home run last night. Then Matt is joined by former Blue Jay Chris Colabello to break down the Jays' series against the Phillies and Aaron Judge's pursuit of American League history.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why the AL MVP debate is officially over after Aaron Judge hit his 60th home run of the year last night.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN football insider Dave Naylor about how the Buffalo Bills have managed to exceed their lofty preseason expectations so far. Then Matt is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to discuss why he believes the Astros and Dodgers are deserving World Series favourites.
Join Matthew Cauz for another weekly edition of the Tuesday Top 5. This week, Matt and Producer Chris (dis)honour Kirk Cousins by taking a look at the top 5 athletes they don’t trust in big games.
TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays’ upcoming series against the Phillies. Phillips shares his thoughts on the New York Mets getting back on track recently, why the Astros and Dodgers are deserving World Series favourites, the Boston Red Sox prioritizing the development of their young players, and more.
TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to recap the Buffalo Bills steamrolling the Tennessee Titans on Monday night. Naylor shares his thoughts on the Bills somehow exceeding preseason hype, Josh Allen’s unmatched combination of athleticism and passing savvy, Dane Evans’ over-the-top celebration this weekend after tossing five TD and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz examines the consistency and dominance on display early in the season from the Buffalo Bills. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to recap Week 2's NFL betting slate. Matt and Producer Chris also rank the "Top Players Not to Trust in a Big Game" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt praises the Buffalo Bills for their early season consistency and dominance.
TSN Toronto Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to chat about the weekend that was for the Blue Jays and their upcoming series against the Phillies. Mitchell shares his thoughts on why the AL East is annually among the most competitive divisions, why Jose Berrios has been able to return to form over the last six weeks, how Toronto’s playoff rotation might shake out, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Dave Dameshek to discuss Tom Brady's lack of joy on the football field this season. Then Matt talks to TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell about the team's upcoming road trip as they begin a series against the Phillies on Tuesday.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz details the amazing accomplishments of Canadian icon, Terry Fox. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Dom Padula to give us a betting recap from Week 2 of the NFL season and his best bets for tonight's Monday Night Football doubleheader.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to recap the Week 2 NFL slate from a betting perspective and look ahead to tonight’s doubleheader on Monday Night Football. Padula shares his thoughts on why the Saints came up short against the Bucs on Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals dropping to 0-2 on the year, his best bets for tonight’s doubleheader on Monday Night Football, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt examines the incredible accomplishments and sacrifices made by Canadian legend Terry Fox.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Edge's Dom Padula to get his best bets for this Sunday's NFL games. Then Matt makes his picks for Week 2 of the Cauz Confidence Pool.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another weekly edition of the Game Play Confidence Pool Picks. Find out why Matt thinks the 49ers are a lock to bounce back this week and why he doesn't know what to make of the Saints/Bucs game.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Orioles beat reporter for MASN.com, Roch Kubatko, about the Orioles' playoff push and Adley Rutschman's impact on the time since he debuted. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss Roger Federer's legacy and how Robert Sarver avoided more severe punishment from the NBA.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to discuss the news of Roger Federer retiring. Feschuk shares his thoughts on the early portion of Federer’s career where he was looked at as a wild card, the astonishing fact that men’s tennis has been dominated by just three players over the last two decades, the problematic ongoing situation involving Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. indicating he wants to sign an extension with the Toronto Blue Jays, and more.
Orioles beat reporter for MASN.com Roch Kubatko joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between Baltimore and the Toronto Blue Jays. Kubatko shares his thoughts on the emergence of Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman wasting no time in fulfilling his potential, where the timeline of the Orioles’ rebuild stands currently, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he finds the morality debate surrounding Robert Sarver is boring and really boils down to the collective group of owners looking out for their own self-interest. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss the Chargers losing but covering the spread in the Thursday Nighter against the Chiefs.
Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the Week 2 NFL betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on why the Cardinals’ secondary could be in for a long day against the Raiders, why he likes the Patriots to upset the Steelers this week, why he locking in as many AJ Dillon props as he can, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Sports Illustrated's David Alter about Nick Robertson’s chances of making the Maple Leafs out of camp. Then Matt plays another edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em".
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly edition of Start ‘em, Sit ‘em, Cut ‘em.
Publisher and reporter of 'Inside The Maple Leafs' for the Sports Illustrated Media Group David Alter joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ development camp. Alter shares his thoughts on Nick Robertson’s chances of making the team, why Alex Steeves will be a name to watch in the leadup to the season opener, why he believes Rasmus Sandin is justified in his desire for a pay bump, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Los Angeles Chargers beat reporter Fernando Ramirez to preview tonight's huge AFC West matchup between the Chargers and Chiefs. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge contributor Evan Render about his best bets for Week 2 of the NFL season.
Los Angeles Chargers beat reporter for SI.com and The Sporting Tribune Fernando Ramirez joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s epic showdown between the Chargers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Ramirez shares his thoughts on how the Chargers' offence will adjust with Keenan Allen set to miss tonight’s contest, why all of the Chargers offseason moves were made with the intent of usurping the Chiefs, why tonight’s atmosphere at Arrowhead could prove challenging for the Chargers, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Chiefs and Chargers might be the game of the year. Then Matt is joined by former MLB pitcher and current VSiN host, Josh Towers, to discuss the Blue Jays’ series against Tampa and Aaron Judge’s pursuit of Roger Maris’ HR record.
Former MLBer and current host for VSiN Josh Towers joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays pivotal series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Towers shares his thoughts on why the implementation of a pitch clock next season will actually reduce production on offence, why it’s a good thing that Ross Stripling is consistently boring, the difficulties players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have in sustaining greatness, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why tonight’s game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs could be the NFL game of the year.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Kansas City Chiefs sideline reporter Josh Klingler about Thursday’s showdown between the Chiefs and Chargers and Patrick Mahomes’ dominant Week 1 performance. Then Matt is joined by TSN legal analyst Eric Macramalla to take a closer look at Robert Sarver's one-year ban from the NBA.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN's Matt Youmans about why he's thought the Cowboys were overrated since the preseason. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Eric Cohen to discuss a variety of NFL and MLB betting angles and Bo Bichette props he is tailing tonight.
TSN Edge contributor Eric Cohen joins Game Play to chat about a variety of NFL and MLB betting angles. Cohen shares his thoughts on a wild Week 1 of the NFL season, what bets he is chasing for the Week 2 slate, why Bo Bichette to record two or more bases tonight is a prop worth hammering, and more.
VSiN host and ESPN betting contributor Matt Youmans joins Game Play to discuss the most intriguing NFL storylines after Week 1. Youmans shares his thoughts on why he has been saying the Dallas Cowboys are overrated since the preseason, the concerning recent trends involving the New England Patriots, if he expects an offensive explosion when the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers meet up and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why NBA owners are apprehensive to set a new precedent with Robert Sarver's suspension. Then Matt is joined by MLB.com Tampa Bay Rays beat reporter, Adam Berry, to discuss right-hander Drew Rasmussen's breakout season with the team.
MLB.com Tampa Bay Rays beat reporter Adam Berry joins Game Play to chat about Tampa’s pivotal series with the Toronto Blue Jays. Berry shares his thoughts on what has impressed him the most about Drew Rasmussen during his breakout season, the value provided by reliever Jason Adams in high leverage situations, how important Wander Franco’s return from injury is for the Rays, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into the decision by the NBA to suspend Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver and why other owners are trepid about setting a new precedent.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank their favourite "Revenge Games in Sports" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by former Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals general manager Walt Jocketty to discuss drafting Albert Pujols and his impact on the game of baseball.
Former Cardinals GM Walt Jocketty joins the show to discuss the human being that is Albert Pujols, how Pujols happened to fall so far in the draft, his first impression of "The Machine", the weight training program Pujols was put on, what he is seeing from Albert the last two months and how much fun it is to watch Pujols ride off into the sunset.
Matt and producer Nick give their Top 5 lists of their Top 5 Revenge games in sports history.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about the significance of Alek Manoah having to miss his start today and what would have a bigger impact on gambling lines. Then Matt is joined by TSN's Kara Wagland to break down the chaos of the Monday Nighter and who impressed her most in Week 1.
Sportscentre and NFL on CTV Host Kara Wagland joins the show to discuss driving with kids, podcasts, the Monday night chaos in the NFL, Wilson's ability to talk in front of the microphone, Aaron Rodger's post game comments, more impressive showing in week one between the Chiefs and Bills, and how her Steelers will fair with TJ Watt's injury.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss the significance of Manoah having to miss his start today, what would have a bigger impact on gambling lines, how good Bichette has been, how to ride his prop bets, the gambling aspect of the Monday night game and looks ahead to week 2 in the NFL.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Bo Bichette's roller coaster of a game against the Rays. Then Matt is joined by former Seahawks LB and host of the Wyman and Bob Show in Seattle, Dave Wyman, to discuss the Broncos' decision on 4th and 5 by the Broncos and his takeaways from Russell Wilson's first game as a Bronco.
Former Seahawks LB and host of Wyman and Bob show in Seattle joins the show to discuss the decision on 4th and 5 by the Broncos, what message the Broncos offence got after game 1, takeaways from Wilson's first game as a Bronco, and how important the crowd noise was for Seattle.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt discuss Bo Bichette's game against the Rays. The downs of getting hit up high. And the extreme highs of his 2-run game winning home run. He breaks down the 8th inning at-bat in depth.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell about what is at stake for the Jays in their upcoming five-game set against the Rays. Then Matt is joined by former Broncos OT and current on-air talent, Ryan Harris, to preview Russell Wilson's return to Seattle for the Monday Nighter and Wilson's impact on the Broncos.
Former Denver Broncos OT and Super Bowl winner Ryan Harris joins the show to discuss the Wilson revenge game, why the split with Seattle was so bad, the difference in having Wilson around the Broncos in comparison to the past few years, on his first start of his career, and how mental performance can impact players and teams.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gives his take on a variety of topics that happened around the sports world this past weekend in "Matt's Monday Mood Meter". Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB and VSiN host, Shaun King, to discuss what went wrong for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers and the dilemma facing Jerry Jones in Dallas with Dak Prescott out for six to eight weeks.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins the show to discuss what is at stake for the Jays in the 5-game series with the Rays, how close the Jays and Rays are, who the Jays might lean in a pivotal game 3 come playoff time, if the Jays might be aiming for the 3rd wild card spot instead of 1st, and hist college
Former NFL QB and host of VSiN Primetime Shaun King joins the show to discuss Rodgers poker face, what went wrong for the Packers, what it is like to go through a coaching change, the dumpster fire in Dallas, the fluidity of KC's offence and the carousel of QB's in week 1.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz tries to make sense of what has shaped up to be an incredibly entertaining Week 1 in the NFL. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to take a look at his best bets for Monday Night Football and his MLB favourites tonight.
TSN Edge Betting analyst Dom Padula joins the show to discuss the biggest story lines from a betting perspective in week 1, surprises from week one, and his favourite bets for tonight's game.
Co-host VSiN Live Primetime and CFB Betting podcast Tim Murray joins Game Play to examine this weekend’s slate of NFL and College Football games. Murray shares his thoughts on Anthony Richardson elevating Florida to new heights, how high the spread would have to be for him to bet against Alabama, his takeaways from the Buffalo Bills’ victory against the Los Angeles Rams last night, and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the Week 1 NFL betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on why he is hesitant to back the Cowboys against the Buccaneers, why he is bullish on Marquise Brown’s workload against the Chiefs, why the Patriots could be in tough during their visit to Miami, and more.
The NFL season is officially underway and that means that the Game Play Confidence Pool Picks are back. Join Matthew Cauz as he goes through every game on the Week 1 slate and ranks them from first to last based on his level of confidence in who will win.
Former MLBer and Co-founder of Pelotero Chris Colabello join Game Play to chat about the recent success of Blue Jays’ shortstop Bo Bichette. Colabello shares his thoughts on his relationship with Bichette and the pressure Bo puts on himself, what the differences between major and minor league clubhouses are, why he isn't in favour of MLB banning the shift and instituting a pitch clock, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into why the NFL will always hook you back in and why the Week 1 slate is jam-packed with interesting matchups.
ESPN Nation Rams Reporter Sarah Barshop joins Game Play to examine the most interesting storylines surrounding the Los Angeles Rams ahead of NFL Opening Night. Barshop shares her thoughts on how Allen Robinson and Bobby Wagner will fit in during their first season with the Rams, Los Angeles’ aggressiveness in trading away draft picks last year, Sean McVay’s signing a long term extension with the Rams this offseason, and more.
Co-host of The Athletic’s Spin Rate podcast Drew Fairservice joins Game Play to recap the Jays taking three of four games against the Baltimore Orioles this week. Fairservice shares his thoughts on the superb season of Alek Manoah, why the concerns surrounding the Blue Jays' fifth rotation spot is not a unique problem to them, why Toronto’s approach down the stretch should be to take things one game at a time, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays another edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Chris. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Drew Fairservice to discuss the surging Blue Jays as they head to Texas for a weekend series against the Rangers.
TSN Edge Betting and Fantasy Analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s NFL Kickoff between the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams. Cheng also shares his thought on why he thinks the Green Bay Packers to win the Super Bowl is a strong value play, why the betting markets are undervaluing the Bengals this season, how Trey Lance’s inexperience could be a stumbling block for the San Francisco, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN's Farhan Lalji live in Los Angeles about why the Buffalo Bills deserve to be Super Bowl favourites entering the season. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge Betting and Fantasy Analyst Wesley Cheng to share his best NFL bets for tonight’s game and the Week 1 slate.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the incredibly loft expectations given to the Buffalo Bills as they kick-off the season against the Los Angeles Rams tonight. Then Matt is joined by ESPN Nation LA Rams reporter Sarah Barshop to get us set for the season opener between the Rams and Bills.
TSN NFL Reporter Farhan Lalji joins Game Play live from Los Angeles ahead of tonight’s NFL Opening Night match between the Rams and the Bills. Lalji shares his thoughts on why the Bills are deserving favourites entering the season, why the AFC is ridiculously loaded this year, why Bills players other than Josh Allen will be the deciding factor in their pursuit of a Super Bowl title, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt tees up the first NFL game of the 2022 season by looking at the immense expectations surrounding the Buffalo Bills and how everything broke right last year for the Los Angeles Rams.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by former NFL executive Vinny Cerrato to discuss the status of Lamar Jackson's contract negotiations with the Ravens. Then Matt ranks the best and worst-looking NFL quarterbacks and determines whether it's possible to win a Super Bowl with an "ugly" QB.
Former GM of the 49ers and the Commanders and current host at 105.7 in Baltimore, Vinny Cerrato joins Game Play to talk about overperforming expectations, Joe Montana's elbow injury, Lamar Jackson's contract negotiations and more.
In this edition of This or That, Matt Cauz chooses between Mitch White and Yusei Kikuchi, Larry Fitzgerald and D.K Metcalf on defense, Steph Curry and Luka Doncic, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Jays Journal co-editor Tyson Shushkewich about the team's lack of production from their fifth starters and what this team needs to do to bury the Orioles in the Wild Card race. Then Matt is tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That".
Co-editor for Jays Journal, Tyson Shushkewich joins Game Play to chat about Mitch White's disappointing start against the Baltimore Orioles, expectations for Alek Manoah's start, the bench-clearing brawl instigated by Bryan Baker and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into every NFL team's Super Bowl odds heading into the season. Then Matt is joined by forward for the Canadian women's hockey team, Emma Maltais, to discuss the big year for the women’s team and winning gold again at the World Championship.
Team Canada and Ohio State Forward, Emma Maltais joins Game Play to chat about looking up to Marie Philip-Poulin, her reaction to winning gold at the Women's World Championship, how Canada bounced back after their round-robin loss to the United States and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz takes an in-depth look at the Super Bowl odds for all NFL teams.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank their "Top Football Fantasy Sleeper Picks" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Andrew Caley about some hits and misses from Week 1 of the college football season and how to bet on the Mitch White's starts for the Blue Jays. Then Matt is joined by The Hockey News' Ian Kennedy to recap Canada's somewhat surprising victory over USA at the Women's World Hockey Championship.
Hockey writer for the Hockey News Ian Kennedy joins to the show to discuss the slight shock win by Canada at the Women's World Championship, how they stifled the US team in the final, who the MVP was for the Canadians, the performance from Desbiens, on the disappointment of having Scott Smith hand out the gold medals and how the Leafs cap situation will end.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the biggest storylines from around the sports world on the Labour Day long weekend. Then Matt is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to discuss the surging Jays and what has led to team's streak of strong play on the road.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joisn the show to discuss some hits and misses from week one in NCAA Football, how to bet on the Mitch White starter experiment, his bets for the Blue Jays game tonight, how the betting world changes due to hot streaks, his favourite MLB bets, some week 1 NFL bets and who he is backing for futures.
MLB.com's Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins the show to discuss the "real movie" Blue Jays that we are starting to see, Bo Bichette's breakout weekend, how his work ethic has helped him to potentially turn things around, how important September baseball really is
Former Grey Cup champion with the Edmonton Eskimos and MPP for Hamilton East and Stoney Creek Neil Lumsden joins Game Play to chat about the upcoming Labour Day Classic. Lumsden shares his thoughts on the historical significance of the Labour Day Classic, Bo Levi Mitchell handling his demotion to backup QB with grace, who he thinks will come out on top in the CFL's East Division, and more.
Yahoo Fantasy Sports Writer Scott Pianowski joins Game Play to chat about his favourite and least favourite players in fantasy football this season. Pianowski shares his thoughts on why the arrow is pointing up for Michael Pittman Jr. this season, why he is targeting running backs that are 25 years old or younger in fantasy drafts, the mutual love of the movie 'Rushmore' shared by him and host Matthew Cauz, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Yahoo! fantasy sports writer Scott Piankowski to gets us set for all of our fantasy football drafts this weekend. Then Matt is joined by former CFLer and current Hamilton East-Stoney Creek MPP, Neil Lumsden to discuss the Labour Day Classic.
ESPN NFL Nation Reporter for the Kansas City Chiefs Adam Teicher joins Game Play to chat about what to expect this season from the Chiefs. Teicher shares his thoughts on why Patrick Mahomes will be extra motivated after hearing an off season of skepticism from the outside, Juju Smith-Schuster’s potential on the Chiefs, how Kansas City can replace the production lost after trading Tyreek Hill, the importance of Travis Kelce in a revamped Kansas City offense, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz determines which moments from this week in the world of sports deserve to be on the Friday Podium. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Kansas City Chiefs reporter, Adam Teicher, to give us a preview of the Chiefs’ season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the joys of fantasy football drafts and their ability to bring friends together. Then Matt is joined by NBC Sports Bay Area Reporter Matt Maiocco on Day 20 of Game Play's NFL Previews to break down what to expect from the 49ers' season and his thoughts on Jimmy Garoppolo's decision to return to the team.
On this week's edition of the Friday Podium Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris Horvat rank the best sports stories of the week.
Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee & 49ers Talk podcast host Matt Maiocco joins Game Play to chat about what to expect from the 49ers this season. Maiocco shares his thoughts on why all parties involved are surprised that Jimmy Garopollo is returning this season, what he believes is a realistic expectation for sophomore QB Trey Lance, the tough decisions to be made by Kyle Shanahan on the 49ers roster, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt extols the virtues of fantasy football drafts and their ability to bring friends together no matter where they are in their lives.
Sports writer for the Denver Post Kyle Newman joins Game Play to discuss Russell Wilson signing a 5-year extension with the Denver Broncos. Newman shares his thoughts on the excitement in the Denver market with Wilson now signed through 2028, why the Broncos should have a playoff or bust mentality this season, why Jerry Jeudy could put forth a breakout campaign, and more.
TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to recap the Jays’ most recent home stand. Mitchell shares his thoughts on how the inconsistency displayed by the Blue Jays this season makes it hard to get a read on them, how the tight race for the AL Wild Card could shake out, who’s he’s trailing for this week’s College Football slate, and more.
On today's abbreviated edition of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell about the Jays dropping the final game of their series against the Cubs and the tightening AL Wild Card race entering September. Then Matt is joined by Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman on Day 19 of Game Play's NFL previews to break down the Russell Wilson extension and take a look at the upcoming season for the Denver Broncos.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris as they bring you another weekly edition of This or That. Matt and Chris go back and forth on some tough decisions including whether Marcus Stroman and William Nylander have faced more undue criticism and who would make the better president of the United States, Stephen A. Smith or The Rock.
Host of A Numbers Game on VSiN and the Beating the Book Pod Gill Alexander joins Game Play to chat about the ongoing action at the US Open. Alexander shares his thoughts on betting angles for Serena Williams ahead of her match against Annet Kontaveit, how Novak Djokovic’s absence at the tournament has skewed betting lines, what he is expecting from the Canadians participating in the event, and more.
Chicago Cubs Writer for the Chicago Sun-Times Maddie Lee joins Game Play to chat about her recent article profiling the entrepreneurial pursuits of Marcus Stroman. Lee shares her thoughts on Stroman’s start up company SHUGO and it’s chances of being successful, why Stroman separated from the Jordan Brand in order to pursue his own companies, when the Cubs are expecting to contend again amidst a down season, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Cardinals beat reporter for AZCardinals.com, Darren Urban, about the pressure facing Kyler Murray this season. Then Matt is joined by VSiN's Gill Alexander to discuss the major storylines from early round action at the US Open.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Los Angeles Chargers beat reporter Fernando Ramirez on Day 18 of Game Play’s NFL Previews to take a look at the Chargers. Then Matt Chicago Sun-Times Cubs writer Maddie Lee about the entrepreneurial pursuits of Marcus Stroman and the Cubs' season so far.
Los Angeles Chargers Reporter for SI.com Fernando Ramirez joins Game Play to take a look at what is on the horizon for the Chargers this season. Ramirez shares his thoughts on why the Chargers need to capitalize on the chance to win while Justin Herbert is on his rookie-scale contract, Los Angeles building their defence around Derwin James Jr., head coach Brandon Staley reverting back to a focus on defensive approach, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the dominance that Serena Williams has displayed in women's tennis throughout her career. Then Matt is joined by TSN play-by-play commentator for the Women’s World Hockey Championship, Kenzie Lalonde, to recap Canada’s loss to the US.
TSN Commentator for the Women’s World Hockey Championship Kenzie Lalonde joins Game Play to recap Canada’s 5-2 loss to the United States on Tuesday. Lalonde shares her thoughts on why Canada was unable to top the United States, Hilary Knight knocking on the door of Hayley Wickenheiser’s all-time points record, Canada’s upcoming game against Sweden, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into the utter dominance displayed during the career of Serena Williams and how bettors would’ve fared had they bet on her in every match during her illustrious career.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. On today's abbreviated edition of the show, Tatti and Producer Chris rank their "Top Super Bowl Contenders" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Tatti is joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss Danny Jansen's extra inning heroics last night and Marcus Stroman's return to Toronto.
MLB Staff Writer at The Athletic and Co-host of the Spin Rate podcast, Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays' rally against the Cubs, Danny Jansen's heroics, what makes Matt Chapman so good, José Berríos' inconsistency and more.
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Host Jim Tatti, Producer Chris Horvat and Intern Owen rank their top 5 Super Bowl contenders for the upcoming NFL season.
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to CBCSports.ca writer Vivek Jacob about what to expect from the Canadians at the US Open. Then Tatti is joined by Jays Journal co-editor Tyson Shushkewich to discuss what went wrong for the team in their three-game sweep by the Angels this past weekend.
Editor for Jays Journal and FanSided, Tyson Shushkewich joins Game Play to talk about the Blue Jays being swept by the Angels, what to expect from the Jays down the stretch, what Julio Rodriguez`s extension means for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and more.
In this edition of Yes Guy No Guy, Host Jim Tatti, Producer Chris Horvat and Intern Owen take a look at the Rams' chances of returning to the NFC Championship, if the Yankees are contenders, Shohei Ohtani's MVP chances, if Donovan Mitchell will be on the move and more.
Writer for CBCSports.ca, Complex.ca and Raptors.com, Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to chat about Serena WIlliams' dominance and the gap she will leave, expectations for Bianca Andreescu at the US Open, if Felix Auger Aliassime can take the next step, whether Denis Shapovalov can turn things around, the Raptors waiving Svi Mykhailiuk and more.
TSN Sports Betting and Fantasy Sports Analyst, Domenic Padula joins Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays' tough weekend against the Angels, bets for tonight's slate of MLB games, props for week 1 in the NFL, why he's fading Serena Williams, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by The Athletic Los Angeles writer, Jourdan Rodrigue, to take a look at the Rams' season in Day 16 of Game Play's NFL previews. Then Tatti talks to TSN Edge betting analyst, Dom Padula, about tonight's betting angles in the MLB.
Covering the LA Rams with The Athletic and Co-host of the 11 Personnel podcast, Jourdan Rodrigue joins Game Play to preview the Los Angeles Rams' upcoming season. She touched on what led to the helmet swinging incident involving Aaron Donald, expectations for Allen Robinson, Bobby Wagner's calmness, concerns going into the season, Rams futures bets and more.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the Jays' up and down season and their struggles against the Angels on the weekend. Then Tatti is joined by TSN golf analyst Bob Weeks to get his thoughts on Rory McIlroy's win at the Tour Championship and Brooke Henderson's performance at the CP Women's Canadian Open in Ottawa.
Senior Reporter and Golf Analyst for TSN, Bob Weeks joins Game Play to chat about Rory McIlroy's win at the Tour Championship, McIlroy's leadership role and his resemblance to Tiger Woods, the lack of product from LIV Golf, Scottie Scheffler's remarkable season, Brooke Henderson's impact and more.
Writer for Pro Football Talk, Charean Williams joins Game Play to chat about Tyron Smith's absence, the questions around the Dallas Cowboys offence, expectations for CeeDee Lamb, how the Cowboys will manage without Amari Cooper, if the offensive line will be good enough without La'el Collins and more.
In this edition of The Friday Podium, Jim Tatti, Producer Chris Horvat and Intern Owen give out medals for the most-deserving sports stories of the week.
TSN Argos and Raptors Colour Commentator, Natey Adjei joins Game Play to talk about how Andrew Harris' absence will impact the Argos, Dane Evans' return and battle for the starting spot, the rivalry between the Toronto Argos and Hamilton Ti-Cats, the familiarity between the two teams, expectations for tonight's matchup and more.
In this edition of Yes Guy No Guy, Jim Tatti, Producer Chris Horvat and Intern Owen take a look at Kevin Durant's future in Brooklyn, the possibility of Ross Stripling starting a playoff game, Aaron Judge's future in New York, if the Argos will finish the first in the East and more.
Co-host and Producer of Golf Talk Canada, Adam Scully joins Game Play to discuss Scottie Scheffler's unusual injury, Scheffler's lead at the Tour Championship, the recent changes made by the PGA, Tiger Woods' influence, Brooke Henderson's impressive stretch of play, the possibility of LIV Golfers returning to the PGA and more.
Sports Columnist for the Toronto Sun, Steve Simmons joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays' recent run of wins, the possibility of trading Bo Bichette, what Toronto's rotation should look like in the postseason, if the Jays have lived up to expectations, George Springer's impressive return from injury, the Jays' World Series winning teams and more.
In this edition of Start Em', Sit Em', Cut Em', Matt Cauz and Producer Chris take a look at odds for the NBA Rookie of the Year, World Series contenders, the future of LIV golfers, destinations for Patrick Kane and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano are joined by Fantasy Analyst for Fantasy Pros, Derek Brown, to help get you prepared for your upcoming drafts. Then Scully and Al's Brother talked to Boston Globe senior NFL writer Ben Volin about the New England Patriots' season for Day 13 of Game Play's NFL Previews.
In the second hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano are joined by co-host of the Spin Rate podcast, Drew Fairservice, to discuss why it'd be rash to trade Bo Bichette and how Ross Stripling has played his way into the conversation to be in the postseason rotation. Then Scully and Al's Brother are tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That".
Senior NFL Writer for the Boston Globe joins Game Play to dissect the upcoming season for the New England Patriots. Volin shares his thoughts on why he believes Dana White did indeed almost lure Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski to Las Vegas, the heat Bill Belichick will face if the Patriots’ offence struggles without an offensive coordinator, why it could be difficult for Mac Jones to take a year two leap, and more.
Fantasy Football Analyst for Fantasy Pros Derek Brown joins Game Play to help get you prepared for your upcoming drafts. Brown shares his thoughts on why he believes Jalen Hurts and A.J Brown will be a league winning stack, Dameon Pierce’s exceptional pass protection paving the way to a significant role for the rookie, Isaiah McKenzie’s potential for tremendous value in fantasy drafts, and more.
Join Michael Distefano and Adam Scully as they are forced to make some tough decisions during another edition of This or That.
Co-host of the Athletic’s Spin Rate podcast Drew Fairservice joins Game Play to discuss why the Blue Jays have found such success against the Red Sox this season. Fairservice also shares his thoughts on why Ross Stripling is deserving of the nod in a potential three-game playoff set, the rashness of a potential Bo Bichette trade, how much more rope Yusei Kikuchi has amidst his continued struggles, and more.
Mike DiStefano and Adam Scully filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, DiStefano and Scully get into the changes that the PGA Tour will be implementing next season. Then Al's Brother and Scully are joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Dom Padula to discuss the betting landscape in MLB, the CFL and NFL.
TSN EDGE Betting Analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to tee up Wednesday’s MLB betting slate. Padula shares his thoughts on why he likes Xander Schauffele at the TOUR Championship, Wednesday’s MLB betting slate, how Nathan Rourke’s potentially season ending injury affects the CFL landscape for the rest of the season, and more.
Join Michael Distefano and Luca Celebre as they bring you another weekly edition of the Tuesday Top 5. Mike and Luca are joined by Producer Chris as they dive into which Toronto Athletes they would want to see in a wrestling match after WWE Raw was in Toronto last week.
TSN Betting and Fantasy Analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to discuss today’s news that Kevin Durant will remain with the Brooklyn Nets. Cheng shares his thoughts on how the Durant news affects the Nets futures market, how Baker Mayfield being named starting QB of the Carolina Panthers affects their futures market, why he sees value in taking the Buffalo Bills to win the AFC East, and more.
MLB Betting Analyst for Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up Tuesday’s MLB betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on how he is approaching the Blue Jays’ trip to Fenway Park after they obliterated the Red Sox there a month ago, his favourite plays for tonight’s MLB slate, his thoughts on the random New York fan who drank a beer through a hotdog straw, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Al's Brother and Luca Celebre rank their "Toronto Athletes You'd Like to See Wrestle" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five. Then AB and Luca are joined by TSN Edge betting and fantasy analyst, Wesley Cheng, to get his best advice for Fantasy Football drafts.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Luca Celebre talk to Buffalo Bills pre-game radio host Joe DiBiase about what he expects from the Bills this season in Day 12 of Game Play's NFL Previews. Then Al's Brother and Luca are joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to get his best bets for tonight's MLB schedule.
MLB and NFL Betting Analyst for Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s MLB betting slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on how he is approaching the Blue Jays’ trip to Fenway Park after they obliterated the Red Sox there a month ago, his favourite plays for Wednesday’s MLB slate, his thoughts on the random New York fan who drank a beer through a hotdog straw, and more.
Host of the Bills Radio Network Pregame and the Extra Point on WGR Buffalo Joe DiBiase joins Game Play to tee up the upcoming season for the Buffalo Bills. DiBiase shares his thoughts on the unusual amount of attention Bills’ punter Matt Araiza is receiving in preseason, why Gabriel Davis and Isaiah McKenzie are in a prime position for huge production this season, how the Bills will fare facing a tougher schedule this season, and more.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays’ upcoming series against the Boston Red Sox. Phillips shares his thoughts on whether the Jays can carry over the success they had during their last trip to Boston, the potential of Toronto exploring a Bo Bichette in the offseason, Albert Pujols’ red hot stretch as he continues to chase down 700 career home runs, and more.
Mike DiStefano and BarDown's Luca Celebre filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Al's Brother and Luca get into Kevin Durant's decision to remain with the Brooklyn Nets. Then AB and Luca are joined by TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips to discuss the Jays' series against the Red Sox and Albert Pujols' pursuit of 700 home runs.
Writer for The Athletic Philadelphia Bo Wulf joins Game Play to preview the Philadelphia Eagles season. Wulf discusses Jalen Hurts entering his third season looking to lead the Eagles to the next level and his potential, the addition of A.J. Brown, the dominance of the run game and more.
TSN Radio play-by-play voice for the IIHF World Juniors joins Game Play to discuss Canada's gold medal run in Edmonton, Kent Johnson's overtime winner and Mason McTavish's save on the line against Finland. Peard also describes his experiences commentating on the tournament
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN Radio World Juniors play-by-play voice, Andrew Peard, to look back at the World Juniors and highlight some of the best players from the tournament. Then Matt talks to The Athletic Philadelphia Eagles reporter, Bo Wulf, about what he expects from the Eagles this season.
CFL on TSN Broadcaster Farhan Lalji joins Game Play to discuss the severity of Nathan Rourke's injury and the expectations on a return, Bo Levi Mitchell and Cody Fajardo getting benched and the growth of emerging quarterbacks in the Canadian Football League and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN football reporter Farhan Lalji about star quarterback Nathan Rourke undergoing foot surgery and the chances he returns this season for the BC Lions. Then Matt gives his take on some of the biggest sports stories from the past weekend in the "Monday Mood Meter".
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the importance of the order in which the Jays won their games over the weekend and why Jays fans might've been feeling a little greedy as they hoped for a sweep over the Yankees. Then Matt is joined by co-host of the DFA Pod, Josh Goldberg, to discuss the turnaround from the Jays' rotation and the importance of scoring first.
Host of the DFA Pod Josh Goldberg joins the show to discuss the childish behaviour in baseball, the successful weekend in New York for the Jays, the turnaround from the pitchers and the importance of scoring first.
In an abbreviated final hour to today's show, Matt Cauz talks to The Canadian Press and The Athletic Calgary Flames writer Darren Haynes about Brad Treliving's flurry of moves, signing Nazem Kadri to a seven-year deal and trading Sean Monahan to the Canadiens.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz hands out his awards to the top sports stories from the past week in another edition of the Friday Podium. Then Matt is joined by Deputy Editor of Bucs Nation, James Yarcho, to chat about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' upcoming season in Day 10 of Game Play's NFL Previews.
Calgary Flames contributor for the Canadian Press and writer for the Athletic Darren Haynes joins Game Play to break down Nazem Kadri signing in the YYC. Haynes shares his thoughts on the Nazem Kadri signing with the Calgary Flames, Battle of Alberta heating up for the upcoming season, closing the gap in the postseason with a much better Calgary team structurally for the playoffs, and whether Calgary is now in the mix to win the 2023 Stanley Cup.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the unbelievable career of Tom Brady and his unlikely road to stardom as a 6th round draft pick. Then Matt is joined by former Blue Jays pitcher and current VSiN MLB analyst, Josh Towers, to discuss the Blue Jays' opening their series against the Yankees with a huge win and the changes made to the team's rotation.
Deputy Editor of Bucs Nation and Co-host of the Locked on Bucs Podcast James Yarcho joins Game Play to chat about the upcoming season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Yarcho shares his thoughts on Tom Brady's absence and the reason behind him missing preseason reps, whether he expects the Bucs offensive line to regress, why Tampa Bay should once again field an elite defence, how he is approaching Buccaneer wide receivers from a fantasy perspective, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris from another edition of The Friday Podium. Find out who gets the gold medal as Matt and Chris look back on the week that was in the world of sports.
Former Blue Jay and current VSiN MLB Analyst Josh Towers joins Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays opening their series against the Yankees with a win. Towers shares his thoughts on Yusei Kikuchi and the small changes needed from the Blue Jays pitching staff, Berrios' mental toughness needing work, comparison to the Astros winning ways and the importance of Matt Chapman's leadership for Kikuchi and the Blue Jays organization.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into the unbelievable career of Tom Brady by sharing his thoughts on Brady's unlikely ascension to greatness as a 6th round pick, his extremely impressive record from a bettors perspective, the seemingly endless list of incredible accomplishments during his NFL career, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN golf analyst Bob Weeks about the Tiger-led meetings with PGA players and his favourite to win the BMW Championship. Then Matt is joined by SportsCentre's Kara Wagland to discuss a variety of topics, including reclining seats in airplanes, her trip to Turks and Caicos and Deshaun Watson's supsension.
Sportscentre's Kara Wagland joins the show to talk about reclining seats in airplanes, Noodles not liking swimming at Turks and Caicos, Watson's suspension, what Watson's comments mean moving forward, the US losing to Czechia and the underdog story, and her history with Lisa LaFlamme.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Jason Logan about the New Orleans Saints' season in Day 9 of the show's NFL Previews. Then Matt is joined by Jays Journal co-editor Tyson Shushkewich to discuss the importance of last night's win by the Jays and Ross Stripling's impact on the rotation.
TSN Senior Reporter and Golf Analyst Bob weeks joins the show to discuss the Tiger led meetings with PGA players, who his favourite to win the BMW Championship, the power of Tiger woods, what are the next steps for the PGA, what the LIV tour players might be thinking with Tiger's meeting, and the Fedex Cup Playoffs.
Co-Editor of Jays Journal Tyson Shushkewich joins the show to discuss the importance of last night's game, how each game can impact the race to the playoffs, Stripling's impact on the team, Kikuchi's failures, if Kikuchi could make an impact come playoff time from the bullpen, and the Blue Jays chances of getting the #1 Wild Card
Covers.com's Jason Logan joins the show to discuss the Saints potentially top end defense, where the number should be for wins, if the team will be a playoff team, who could be the biggest determining factor on win totals this season in the NFL, and what Herbert's season could look like.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why, for better or for worse, the Blue Jays are going to make you care about them. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star reporter Kevin McGran to discuss Czechia's upset over the USA at the World Juniors, what the matchup means for Canada and Nazem Kadri reportedly signing with the Flames.
Toronto Star reporter Kevin McGran joins the show to discuss the Czechia upset over the USA, what the matchup means for Canada, who has surprised him the most on Team Canada, Kadri signing with the Flames, where his deal puts the Flames against the Oilers, Tavares's offseason goals and
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to CEO of Woodbine Entertainment, Jim Lawson, about the upcoming Queen's Plate, the crowds at Woodbine Racetrack and favourite horses to keep an eye on. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng on Day 8 of Game Play's NFL Previews to take a look at the Carolina Panthers.
SI.com Blue Jays Reporter Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays dropping the second game of their series against the Baltimore Orioles. Bannon shares his thoughts on how important the return of Ross Stripling is for Toronto with the team’s rotation in shambles, why Blue Jays’ manager John Schneider is giving Matt Chapman a shot in the leadoff spot, the mental lapses and sloppy play that have plagued the Blue Jays all year, and more.
SI.com Blue Jays Reporter Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays dropping the second game of their series against the Baltimore Orioles. Bannon shares his thoughts on why Blue Jays’ manager John Schneider is giving Matt Chapman a shot in the leadoff spot, the mental lapses and sloppy play that have plagued the Blue Jays all year, what Toronto needs to do to right the ship down the stretch, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into why he is inching towards hitting the panic button after the Blue Jays’ loss last night against the Baltimore Orioles.
CEO of Woodbine Entertainment & Partner with Hamilton Sports Group, Jim Lawson joins Game Play to discuss the upcoming Queen's Plate. He touches on the history behind the Queen's Plate, the crowds at Woodbine Racetrack, favourites and dark horses to keep an eye on, horse ownership, Simoni Lawrence dressing up and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about tonight's MLB slate and why the majority of bettors are fading the Dallas Cowboys. Then Matt is tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That".
Covers.com Betting Analyst joins Game Play to chat about tonight's MLB slate. Inglis also shared his thoughts on why the Jays have been struggling of late, why the majority of bettors are fading the Dallas Cowboys and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to play-by-play voice for the World Juniors on TSN Radio, Andrew Peard, about Canada's upcoming quarterfinal matchup against Switzerland. Then Tatti is joined by Colts.com writer JJ Stankevitz to preview the Colts' season on Day 7 of Game Play's NFL previews.
Writer for Colts.com, JJ Stankevitz joins Game Play to chat about Jonathan Taylor's dominance, where Taylor ranks among the elite running backs, what Matt Ryan brings, breakout players to look for, fantasy dark horses, expectations for Mike Strachan and more.
Play-by-Play World Juniors Commentator for TSN Radio, Andrew Peard joins Game Play to talk about Canada's upcoming matchup against Switzerland, things Canda can improve on, why their penalty kill has been so good, team chemistry and more.
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Jim Tatti, producer Nick McVicar and intern Owen rank their top 5 dream sporting events to attend.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis about the betting trends in the MLB and where he thinks the playoffs race might be headed. Then Tatti and Producer Nick rank their "Top Dream Sporting Events to Attend" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Betting Analyst for Covers.com, Josh Inglis joins Game Play to discuss bets to look for across the MLB, futures bets, the dominance of the Los Angeles Dodgers, how to bet on the struggling Blue Jays, tonight's matchup between Dylan Cease and Clayton Kershaw, Walker Buehler's absence, the playoff picture in the AL and more.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into how Toronto sports teams are never the underdogs and often fail to live up to expectations. Then Tatti is joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss how the Jays should approach Yusei Kikuchi's struggles on the mound.
MLB Writer for The Athletic, Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to chat about the Jays' recent struggles, what needs to change, the possibility of pulling Kikuchi out of the rotation, expectations on Vlad Jr., the lack of production from the bottom of the lineup, how the Jays match up against the Orioles and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Luca Celebre take stock of the past weekend in sports in this week's Monday Mood Meter. Then Al's Brother and Luca talk to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about some NFL futures bets and why he is comfortable fading the Chicago Bears this year.
Join Michael Distefano and Luca Celebre as they take a look at some of the biggest stories in sports and determine how those individuals might be feeling right now.
TSN EDGE Betting and Fantasy analyst Dom Padula joins Game Play to take a closer look at some NFL futures bets. Padula shares his thoughts on why he is comfortable fading the Chicago Bears this year, why he is passing on Trey Lance’s MVP futures, his takeaways from a betting perspective after Week 1 of the NFL preseason, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Al's Brother and Luca Celebre are joined by Jacksonville Jaguars beat reporter John Shipley to discuss what he expects from the Jags this season in Day 6 of the show's NFL previews. Then AB and Luca talk to The Hockey News NHL Draft and prospects analyst, Tony Ferrari, about this weekend’s action at the World Junior Championship.
Mike DiStefano and Luca Celebre filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, DiStefano and Celebre get into the continued inconsistency of the Blue Jays. Then Al's Brother and Luca are joined by Designated for Assignment co-host Josh Goldberg to discuss why Toronto's signing of Jose Berrios to a seven-year extension highlights the dangers of long-term deals for pitchers.
NHL Draft and Prospects analyst Tony Ferrari joins Game Play to recap this weekend’s action at the World Junior Championships. Ferrari shares his thoughts on what he’s seen from Matthew Knies thus far in the tournament, why Kent Johnson’s game is so well rounded, Mason McTavish’s dominant performance through three games, why the Anaheim Ducks might have the most stacked prospect cupboard in the NHL, and more.
Jacksonville Jaguars beat reporter for Sports Illustrated’s Jaguar Report John Shipley joins Game Play to examine a variety of angles for the team’s upcoming season. Shipley shares his thoughts on whether QB Trevor Lawrence can take a step forward in his development this season, what the early returns are for 2022 first overall pick Travon Walker, what type of impact new head coach Doug Pederson could have on a young Jaguars team, and more.
Co-host of the DFA Podcast Josh Goldberg joins Game Play to look back on the weekend that was for the Toronto Blue Jays. Goldberg shares his thoughts on the unexpected questions suddenly surrounding the Blue Jays’ rotation, why Toronto signing Jose Berrios to a 7-year extension highlights the dangers of long term deals for pitchers, whether he thinks Joey Votto is a hall-of-famer, and more.
ESPN Cleveland Browns Reporter Jake Trotter joins Game Play to discuss Deshaun Watson’s debut with Cleveland when the Browns open their pre-season schedule against the Jacksonville Jaguars tonight. Trotter shares his thoughts on what to expect from Watson as he steps on the field for the first time in over a year, the likelihood of the NFL winning its appeal against Watson, whether the Browns' defense will be able to mask some of their uncertainty on offence, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler is joined by co-founder of The Leap and host of the Locked on Packers podcast, Peter Bukowski, to discuss the Packers' upcoming season as part of Day 5 of Game Plays' NFL previews. Then Wheeler talks to ESPN Browns reporter Jake Trotter about Deshaun Watson's preseason start against the Jaguars tonight.
Co-founder of The Leap and Host of the Locked on Packers podcast Peter Bukowski joins Game Play to preview the upcoming season for the Green Bay Packers. Bukowski shares his thoughts on what fans should expect from Aaron Rodgers after winning back to back regular season MVP awards, the timeline for Jordan Love potentially becoming Green Bay's starting quarterback, why the Packers defence could be even better after an outstanding year in 2021, and more.
Co-host and Producer of Golf Talk Canada Adam Scully joins Game Play to chat about the ongoing LIV Golf drama. Scully shares his thoughts on yesterday's awkward situation between Cam Smith and Scottie Scheffler, what players he is tracking at the Fed Ex Cup, whether he agrees with Billy Horschel's comments that LIV players are brainwashed, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler talks to Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully about the continued drama surrounding the LIV Tour as the FedEx Cup Playoffs begin. Then Wheeler opens the phone lines for "Free-for-All Friday" to take listeners calls and questions on all things sports!
MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to tee up the Blue Jays’ series against the Cleveland Guardians. Matheson shares his thoughts on the importance of the upcoming stretch of games for the Blue Jays, Jose Berrios' drastic home/road splits, how the Guardians have found success this season, how he is expecting the AL Wild Card race to unfold, and more.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of the show, Wheeler gets into Doug Ford caught on camera accidentally swallowing a bee. Then Wheels is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to preview tonight's series opener against the Cleveland Guardians as the Jays look to get back on track.
Host of VSiN’s A Numbers Game Gill Alexander joins Game Play to discuss Serena Williams’ retirement and Bianca Andreescu advancing to the third round of the National Bank Open. Alexander shares his thoughts on why the legacy of Williams stands in rarified air, why a greater level of consistency is Andreescu’s key to future success, the struggles of Denis Shapovalov and if he will ever fulfil his potential, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti plays some of his patented "Yes Guy, No Guy" with Producer Chris. Then Tatti is joined by VSiN host Gill Alexander to discuss Serena Williams announcing her retirement and how the Canadians have fared at the National Bank Open.
Staff Writer & Assistant Editor for Vikings.com Lindsey Young joins Game Play to take a look at the forecast for the Minnesota Vikings this season. Young shares her thoughts on what to expect from new GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, why a fresh approach on offence from new head coach Kevin O’Connell could be beneficial, how Chad Greenway is giving back to the Minnesota community, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to TSN 1200's Shawn Simpson about Canada’s 5-2 win over Latvia to open the World Junior Championship and the performance of Canadian goaltender Sebastian Cossa. Then Tatti is joined by Vikings staff writer and assistant editor, Lindsey Young, in Day 4 of Game Play's NFL previews to discuss the season outlook for the Vikings.
TSN1200 Host and Former NHL GM Shawn Simpson joins Game Play to recap Canada’s 5-2 win over Latvia at the World Junior Championships. Simpson shares his thoughts on the performance of Canadian goaltender Sebastian Cossa against Latvia yesterday, what makes Connor Bedard’s shooting ability so impressive, why Ridly Grieg’s well rounded game could land him a spot with the Senators sooner rather than later, and more.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the tight Wild Card race coming down the stretch in the American League. Then Tatti is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss why Jose Berrios has produced drastically different results at home and on the road and the Jays' poor showing against teams above .500.
TSN Blue Jays and MLB Reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to look ahead to tomorrow’s series against the Cleveland Guardians. Mitchell shares his thoughts on why Jose Berrios has produced drastically different results at home and on the road, why the Blue Jays have an underwhelming record against teams over .500, how he sees the tight AL Wild Card race playing out, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by editor for Still Curtain, Tommy Jaggi to look ahead to the upcoming NFL season for the Pittsburgh Steelers on day three of Game Play's NFL previews. Then Matt talks to Olympic and World Championship race walker, Evan Dunfee, about what it takes to be a race walker and his transition into politics.
Olympic and World Championship race walking medalist, Evan Dunfee joins Game Play to chat about what it takes to be a race walker, how it feels to cross a finish line after a long race, why race walking is harder than you think, his transition to politics, what lies ahead and more.
Editor for Still Curtain and Content Creator for Fansided, Tommy Jaggi joins Game Play to preview the upcoming NFL season from a Pittsburgh Steelers perspective. He touches on the battle for QB1, life after Ben Roethlisberger, Kenny Pickett's potential, the latest from training camp, T.J Watt's health, what to expect from Najee Harris, Chase Claypool's production and futures bets for the Steelers.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Argonauts linebacker Wynton McManis about his first CFL touchdown and why you should be looking forward to the Argos' matchup against the Ticats this weekend. Then Matt is tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That".
Toronto Argos linebacker Wynton McManis joined Game Play to chat about his first CFL touchdown, touchdown celebrations, karaoke songs, Pinball Clemons in the locker room, standouts on defence and why you should look forward to the Argos' future matchup against the Ti-Cats.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Plat to discuss the Baltimore Orioles' hot streak, Odor's homer against the Jays, how the Blue Jays stack up in the Wild Card race, why he hated losing to Chipper Jones, the Bobby Bonilla contract, his favourite rain-delay memory and Rodolfo Castro's phone falling out of his pocket.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the World Junior Hockey Championship is still worth watching despite the unusual circumstances surrounding it. Then Matt is joined by TSN MLB analyst Steve Phillips to discuss how the Blue Jays should address their current pitching issues.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the World Juniors and why it's one to watch despite the unusual circumstances surrounding it.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz takes another look at the ongoing saga in Brooklyn and highlights Durant's request to fire Sean Marks and Steve Nash.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng about the Dallas Cowboys' chances in the NFC East and futures bets for the Cincinnati Bengals. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank their "Most Iconic Athletes" in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five".
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Matt Cauz and producer Chris Horvat rank their most iconic athletes.
Betting and Fantasy Analyst for TSN EDGE, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about the Dallas Cowboys' chances in the NFC East, futures bets for the Cincinnati Bengals, Jalen Hurts' fantasy potential, expectations for the New York Giants, and more.
In the second hour of the show, Matt Cauz is joined by The Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals reporter, Charlie Goldsmith, to take a look at last year's AFC Champions in the second day of Game Play's NFL previews. Then Matt talks to Nets Reporter for NetsDaily Matt Brooks about Kevin Durant’s ultimatum to Nets owner Joe Tsai.
Nets Reporter for NetsDaily and Host of The Clear Out Pod, Matt Brooks joins Game Play to discuss Kevin Durant's request to fire Sean Marks and Steve Nash, Joe Tsai's role in the negotiations, whether Durant will be at training camp, why the Durant and Irving pair hasn't worked out, Nash's relationship with the front office and more.
Covering the Bengals and Reds for The Cincinnati Enquirer, Charlie Goldsmith joins Game Play to preview the upcoming NFL season from a Cincinnati Bengals perspective. He touches on how the roster was constructed, what Ja'Marr Chase brings, expectations for Joe Burrow, the improvement of Cincinnati's offensive line, storylines from training camp and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the latest drama in the Kevin Durant-Brooklyn Nets saga and why Durant is in the wrong for proposing an ultimatum. Then Matt is joined by former Blue Jay Chris Colabello to discuss the mental side of baseball and the challenges that come with hitting.
Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello joins GamePlay to chat about the mental side of baseball, the challenges that come with hitting, why he looked up to José Bautista, getting over hitting slumps, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for Matt's Monday Mood Meter as they take the temperature of some of the most notable stories in sports over the weekend. Tune in to find out why Matt thinks the Blue Jays should be nervous about George Springer's health moving forward, why Producer Chris thinks the San Diego Padres have to be feeling deflated after a weekend sweep at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to FTN Network's Chris Meaney about running backs to look out for in fantasy and the new-look Broncos' offence. Then Matt is joined by TSN reporter Mark Masters to preview the 2022 World Juniors and discuss why Connor Bedard will be the player to watch all tournament.
TSN Reporter Mark Masters joins Game Play to preview the 2022 World Juniors. He chats about why Conor Bedard is one to watch, the ongoing scandal with Hockey Canada, Russia's absence, other players to look out for and more.
Host of Mean Streets and Dangle, Bet, Celly and Stakeholder in FTN Network, Chris Meaney joins Game Play to chat about running backs to look out for in fantasy, Saqoun Barkley and Ezekiel Elliot, the new-look Broncos offence, the dominance of the AFC West, elite players to avoid in fantasy and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz rates a variety of sports news from this past weekend in the "Matt's Monday Mood Meter". Then Matt is joined by Managing Editor of RavensWire.com for USA Today, Kevin Oestreicher, to look ahead to the Baltimore Ravens' upcoming season as we kick off our NFL season previews.
Host and Producer of Locked on Ravens and Managing Editor of RavensWire.com from USA Today, Kevin Oestreicher joins Game Play to preview the Baltimore Ravens' upcoming season. He touched on the criticism surrounding Lamar Jackson, how Jackson has improved, Marquise Brown's absence, a fantasy sleeper to look out for, his AFC North predictions and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what makes the Baltimore Ravens so fascinating heading into this season. Then Matt is joined by SI.com Blue Jays writer Mitch Bannon to break down the controversial home plate call involving Whit Merrifield and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s dominance at such a young age.
Blue Jays Reporter for SI.com Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to chat about the controversial home plate call involving Whit Merrifield, Vlad Jr.'s dominance at a young age, Toronto's bullpen, how they compare to the 2016 Blue Jays, The Orioles' surprising campaign and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz takes a look at the Baltimore Ravens and talks about what makes them so fascinating coming into this season. He also touches on how Lamar Jackson is viewed around the league and by the media.
In the final hour of Game Play, Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano talk to co-host of The Night Cap on VSiN, Tim Murray, about the NFL's decision to appeal Deshaun Watson's suspension. Then Luca and Al's Brother are joined by TSN 1050 Argonauts colour analyst Natey Adjei to preview the Argos' big game against the Ticats tomorrow.
TSN 1050 Argonauts Commentator Natey Adjei joined Game Play to chat about Ottawa's excessive celebration during their first win of the season. Natey also shares his thoughts on the revenge tour for Brandon Banks as he gets set to face off against his old Ti-Cats teammates, the Blue Bombers incredible record and why Winnipeg is on another level compared to the rest of the CFL.
Co-Host of the Night Cap on VSiN Tim Murray joined Game Play to chat about the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's suspension. Murray also shares his thoughts on the interesting battles for the NFC Division titles, why the New York Giants are an appealing underdog and which long shot he thinks could challenge for the AFC West Division title.
In the second hour of Game Play, Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN Edge's Domenic Padula to discuss the bets he was chasing during the Hall of Fame Game and what to expect for this week's CFL slate. Then Luca and Al's Brother crown the biggest winners and best sports stories of the week for the Friday Podium.
Join Michael Distefano and Luca Celebre in this weeks addition of The Friday Podium where they crown the biggest and best sports stories of the week
TSN Edge Contributor Domenic Padula joined Game Play to chat about last night's NFL Hall of Fame game. Padula shares his thoughts on how to approach pre-season betting in the NFL, the Blue Bombers' incredible season so far and why they like to be the underdog, what to expect for this week's CFL slate, his favourite futures and props relating to the Chicago Bears and his surprising pick for NFL Offensive Player of the Year.
Mike DiStefano and BarDown's Luca Celebre filling in for Matt Cauz. On the first hour of Game Play, DiStefano and Celebre get into the excitement of last night's Hall of Fame Game as it signifies the return of NFL football. Then Luca and Al's Brother are joined by host of The Spin Rate podcast, Drew Fairservice, to recap the Blue Jays' win over the Twins last night.
Host of the Spin Rate Podcast Drew Fairservice joined Game Play to chat about Whit Merrifield's Blue Jay debut and his vaccination status,.Fairservice also shares his thoughts on Merrifield filling in for an injured George Springer in center field, load management with the Jays pitching, expectations for Mitch White and Jose Berrios needing a big performance against his former team in a struggling season.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Pro Football Weekly executive editor and Westwood One sideline reporter, Hub Arkush about some of the best defensive players in NFL history. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Evan Render to share his betting advice for the NFL preseason, this week's slate of CFL games and Matt's Cowardly Bet of the Day.
Content Creator at TSN Edge, Evan Render joins Game Play to share his betting advice on NFL preseason, this week's slate of CFL games, Matt's cowardly bet of the day, how to approach betting on MLB regular season games, futures bets for the World Series, the Blue Jays' series against the Twins and more.
Executive Editor for Pro Football Weekly and Sideline Reporter for Westwood One, Hub Arkush joins Game Play to chat about some of the best defensive players in NFL history, Hall of Fame inductions, expectations for Justin Fields and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN and Forbes legal analyst Eric Macramalla to break down the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's suspension. Then Matt talks to TSN golf analyst Bob Weeks about the first round of The AIG Women's Open, Brooke Henderson's chances of capturing another major and the LIV players' lawsuit against the PGA Tour.
TSN Senior Reporter and Golf Analyst Bob Weeks joins the show to discuss the Women's British Open, Brooke Henderson's chances and what her game has become, whether she could solidify herself as a Lou Marsh favourite and the LIV players' lawsuit against the PGA Tour.
TSN/Forbes Sports Legal Analyst and Host of Offside on TSN Radio in Ottawa, Montreal, and Edmonton, Eric Macramalla joins Game Play to break down the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's suspension. He touches on the initial sentence, the appeal process, what's next for the NFL and Roger Goodell, Watson's reaction, why he didn't settle, the NFLPA, how the NFL should handle similar cases and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's suspension. Then Matt takes a look at the NBA's biggest stars, the best young talent Doc Rivers has coached and backup QBs in another edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em".
Host Matt Cauz plays another edition of Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em. He takes a look at the NBA's biggest stars, the best young talent Doc Rivers has coached, backup QBs and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's suspension.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson about Vin Scully's legacy in baseball and Ross Stripling's injury status. Then Matt is joined by CEO of TeamSnap Peter Frintzillas to discuss NIL in college football and the new opportunities NIL could bring for amateur and youth athletes.
CEO of TeamSnap Peter Frintzillas joins Game Play to chat about NIL in college football, the new opportunities NIL could bring, the pressure on college athletes, his high school sports experience, how NIL impacts youth athletes, how parents should handle their kids making money from sports and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Host of Locked on Browns Jeff Lloyd about Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension, how the disciplinary officer came to the decision, the mood at Brown's training camp and around the fanbase. Then Matt takes a look at unusual ice cream flavours, Tom Brady moments and more in another edition of "This or That".
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to chat about Vin Scully's legacy, Kikuchi's return, an update on Ross Stripling's status, how the newly-acquired Jays will fit, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s step back this season, blockbuster trades in the MLB and more.
In this edition of This or That, Matt Cauz takes a look at unusual ice cream flavours, Tom Brady moments, San Diego's World Series chances, the NBA Most Improved Player Award, the NFL team with the worst QB depth and more.
Host of Locked on Browns Jeff Lloyd joins Game Play to chat about Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension, how the disciplinary officer came to the decision, the mood at Brown's training camp and around the fanbase, the reaction from Watson's camp, the possibility of the NFL appealing the decision and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what it will take for the Blue Jays' core to compete for a World Series this season with the team's roster construction now set after the trade deadline. Then Matt discusses potential gifts for Tom Brady as the legendary, and notoriously meticulous, quarterback turns 45 today.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays' moves at the trade deadline and what their current core needs to do to compete for a World Series.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz about why Lamar Jackson was blitzed so often last season and his expectations for Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers this season. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to get his reaction to the blockbuster deal made by the Padres to acquire Juan Soto.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist, Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to chat about the San Diego Padres acquiring Juan Soto, needs for the Toronto Blue Jays before the deadline, what to expect from the Jays for the rest of the season, the Deshaun Watson suspension, Tiger Woods turning down LIV Golf offer and the tampering penalties handed down to the Miami Dolphins.
EIC at Football Outsiders, Creator of DVOA and ESPN+ NFL analyst Aaron Shatz joins Game Play to discuss how the Arizona Cardinals use their wide receivers in a unique way, why Lamar Jackson was blitzed so often last season, expectations for Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers next season, how Julio Jones fits with Tampa Bay and why he expects the Jacksonville Jaguars to bounce back.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Defector Media staff writer Kalyn Kahler about the fallout from Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension and whether the NFL will appeal. Then Matt is joined by Boston Globe national NBA writer Gary Washburn to talk about Bill Russell's recent passing and reflect on the impact Russell had on and off the court.
Boston Globe National NBA Writer, Gary Washburn joins Game Play to talk about Bill Russell's recent passing. He touches on Russell's winning mentality, his impact off the court, his commitment to equality, his career accomplishments, where he ranks in terms of all-time NBA players and Boston athletes and more.
Staff Writer for Defector, Kalyn Kahler joins Game Play to talk about all the fallout from Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension. She shared her thoughts on the length of the suspension, whether the NFL will appeal the ruling, why it was only six games and considered "non-violent" and the mood at Cleveland Browns training camp.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension and why he thought the suspension would be longer. Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss Juan Soto's blockbuster trade to the San Diego Padres and the Jays picking up a pair of relievers from the Marlins in exchange for infield prospect Jordan Groshans.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to chat about Juan Soto's blockbuster trade to the San Diego Padres, Frankie Montas' move to the New York Yankees, moves the Jays can make, and Toronto trading for Zach Pop and Anthony Bass.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz takes a look at Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension. Matt shares his thoughts on the decision made by the independent arbitrator, why he thought the suspension would be longer and why Roger Goodell isn't to blame.
Join Jim Tatti and Producer Chris as they look back on the top stories from the week that was for The Friday Podium.
National Baseball Reporter for The Washington Post Chelsea Janes joins Game Play to discuss the ongoing trade rumours surrounding Juan Soto. Janes shares her thoughts on the complicating factors that could go into a Soto trade, the low morale of Nationals fans as another one of their stars appears set to depart, the immense marketability of Shohei Ohtani, and more.
CFL on TSN Play-by-Play Announcer Marshall Ferguson joins Game Play to chat about the Ti-Cats' big win over Montreal and the rest of the Week 8 CFL slate. Ferguson also shares his thoughts on why the Eastern Division has so many teams struggling to find consistency, the impact moving the hashmarks has produced in games, why a 4-down CFL would result in boring football, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to CFL on TSN play-by-play voice, Marshall Ferguson, about the Ticats' big win last night. Then Tatti is joined by TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado to discuss where he sees the remaining marquee free agents like Nazem Kadri signing this offseason.
TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins Game Play to chat about the most recent news in the NHL. Corrado shares his thoughts on John Klingberg agreeing to a 1-year deal with Anaheim, why Klingberg may have overplayed his hand in free agency, whether the Leafs current roster is better than last year's team, his daily dietary regiments and the struggles of completing a radio show on an empty stomach and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by TSN's Farhan Lalji to discuss the Broncos' odds of contending in the AFC West and concerns over Kyler Murray being the face of the franchise despite his massive contract extension with Arizona. Then Tatti and Producer Chris play "Yes Guy, No Guy" to discuss a variety of topics, including whether Patrick Kane or Jonathan Toews will be traded and if Patrick Marleau is a Hall of Famer.
TSN NFL Reporter Farhan Lalji joins Game Play to chat about Kyler Murray and the lead up to the NFL Season. Lalji shares his thoughts on the bizarre saga involving Kyler Murray's 'study clause', whether Russell Wilson can be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Broncos, why Lamar Jackson's unique skill set leads to criticism and more.
Join Jim Tatti and Producer Chris for another edition of the critically acclaimed segment Yes Guy, No Guy. Find out whether the guys think Patrick Kane or Jonathan Toews will be traded before the season starts, whether Patrick Marleau is a Hall of Famer, if chicken wings are the greatest finger food ever, and more.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into Kyler Murray's "independent study clause" in his new contract with the Arizona Cardinals. Then Tatti is joined by TSN baseball insider Steve Phillips to discuss his expectations for the Blue Jays ahead of the trade deadline.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins Game Play to chat about how the Blue Jays could approach the MLB trade deadline. Phillips shares his thoughts on where Juan Soto may end up, reports that the Angels might consider moving Shohei Ohtani, the importance of Matt Chapman's hot bat for the Blue Jays, and what options are available in the outfield with George Springer currently banged up.
In today's final hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Adam Scully play another edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em." Then Al's Brother and Scully are joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss what he expects from Yusei Kikuchi in his return to the mound for the Blue Jays' series opener against the Tigers tonight.
Betting Analyst for Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to chat about the Blue Jays' opener against the Tigers, what to expect from Yusei Kikuchi's return, futures bets with good value, and props for tonight's slate of MLB games.
Mike DiStefano aka Al's brother, Adam Scully and producer Chris Horvat play another edition of Start em’, Sit em’, Cut ‘em. They touch on the best destination for Nazem Kadri, the playoff picture in the Atlantic Division, which Leafs player will outperform expectations and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano talk to FantasyPros fantasy analyst Derek Brown about Julio Jones' fantasy potential with Tom Brady as his quarterback and what to expect from Kyler Murray this season. Then Scully and Al's Brother are joined by The Score's Josh Goldberg to discuss the proposed renovations to the Rogers Centre that were announced by president Mark Shapiro.
Co-Host of the DFA Pod Josh Goldberg joins Game Play just after the announcement of the renovations for the Rogers Centre. He touches on the new outfield seating, the raised bullpens, which Jays prospects could be traded, Albert Pujols' last game in Toronto, trade targets for the Jays, John Schneider's impact and what to expect from Jose Berrios for the rest of the season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano get into Canadian Taylor Pendrith's impressive opening round eight-under 64 at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Then Scully and Al's Brother are joined by TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor to discuss what has led to the increase in offence across the league this season and why the Ticats' record is deceiving.
FantasyPros Fantasy Analyst Derek Brown joins Game Play to talk about Julio Jones' fantasy potential, what to expect from Kyler Murray, Davante Adams' production, the tight end market, the Cleveland Browns' offence, sleeper picks and passing targets for the Dallas Cowboys.
TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to chat about betting lines to jump on for this week's CFL games, the increase in offence across the league, why Hamilton's record is deceiving, McLeod Bethel-Thompson and the Argos' QB situation and a futures bet for the Grey Cup.
In the final hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano are joined by The Score's Esfandiar Baraheni to break down the Raptors' signing of Juancho Hernangomez and how Donovan Mitchell could potentially fits with the team. Then Scully and Al's Brother are presented with some tough choices by Producer Chris in this week's edition of "This or That".
In this edition of This or That, Al's brother, Adam Scully and producer Chris Horvat pick between two players in different scenarios. They touch on which Chicago Blackhawks star will get traded first, who the Brooklyn Nets should ask for in return for Kevin Durant, which starting pitcher the Jays should target at the trade deadline and more.
NBA Content Creator at the Score and member of the No Good Podcast Esfandiar Baraheni joins GamePlay to chat about the Raptors signing Juancho Hernangomez, how Donovan Mitchell fits with the Raps, Jaylen Brown's involvement in a potential deal for Kevin Durant, the likelihood of Durant staying with the Nets and Toronto's involvement in the KD sweepstakes.
In the second hour of Game Play, Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano talk to VSiN's Shaun King about Kyler Murray's contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals and its "independent study" clause. Then Scully and Al's Brother are joined by Yahoo Sportsbook betting host Ariel Epstein to break down the best bets for tonight's MLB slate.
Sports Betting Host & Analyst for Yahoo Sportsbook & Betting Analyst for NBA TV and MLB Network Ariel Epstein joins Game Play to talk about props to look out for on upcoming MLB games, first inning bets, how St. Louis' missing stars impact betting on the Jays, her best bet for Wednesday's slate of games and futures bets worth looking at.
Adam Scully and Mike DiStefano co-hosting together for the first time as they fill in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Scully and DiStefano get into how this Blue Jays season is starting to feel similar to the 2015 team. Then Scully and Al's Brother are joined by SI.com Blue Jays reporter Mitch Bannon to discuss the team's new approach at the plate and Matt Chapman breaking out offensively.
Host of "The Night Cap" weeknights on VSiN Shaun King joins Game Play to discuss Kyler Murray's extension and "independent study" clause, how Julio Jones fits with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, his expectations for the New England Patriots and the QB situation in San Francisco.
Blue Jays Reporter for SI.com Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to chat about Toronto's red-hot bats, their change of approach at the plate, Matt Chapman's breakout, what to expect from the the Jays in their second game of the series against the Cardinals, what Juan Soto would bring to the Jays' lineup, needs for Toronto and trade deadline targets.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath about what has led to the Jays' hot streak coming out of the All-Star break. Then Matt is joined by Nets reporter for NetsDaily, Matt Brooks to discuss all the latest details of the Kevin Durant sweepstakes and what it is going to take to acquire the Nets' superstar.
Nets Reporter for NetsDaily and Host of The Clear Out Pod, Matt Brooks joins Game Play to discuss all the details of the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. He touches on Boston's offer for KD, what it would take to land Durant, what he expects from the Nets this season and why he thinks the saga could go on longer.
Staff Writer for The Athletic MLB, Kaitlyn McGrath joins Game Play to talk about the reasons for the Blue Jays' recent hot streak, the Cardinals' missing stars ahead of their opener against the Jays, possible deals for Juan Soto and Luis Castillo and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about about Barry Bonds' Hall of Fame snub and bets to look out for in the Jays' series against the Cardinals. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank their "Top Blockbuster Trades in Sports History" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Matt Cauz and producer Chris Horvat rank their top 5 blockbuster trades in sports history in this edition of the Tuesday Top 5.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how impressed he was with Jonathan Huberdeau's honest account of how the trade between the Panthers and Flames transpired. Then Matt is joined by VSiN Live NFL and NCAA analyst Mike Pritchard to chat about Tyreek Hill and Davante Adams adjusting to their new QBs and his experience playing with John Elway.
Betting Analyst from covers.com Andrew Caley joins Game Play to chat about Barry Bonds' Hall of Fame snub, David Ortiz's induction, bets to look out for in Toronto's series against St Louis, how to breakdown games when looking out for props, the subway series, other MLB games to look out for and more.
VSiN Live NFL and NCAA Analyst and Ex NFLer Mike Pritchard joins Game Play to chat about Tyreek Hill and Davante Adams adjusting to their new QB's, playing with John Elway, a potential new deal for Lamar Jackson, Kyler Murray's extension and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully about Brooke Henderson's second career major victory at the Evian Championship. Then Matt is joined by Florida Panthers reporter for FloridaHockeyNow.com George Richards to discuss if the Panthers' acquisition of Matthew Tkachuk has made the team better.
George Richards, who covers the Florida Panthers for FloridaHockeyNow.com and 7SportsXtra joins Game Play to discuss his reaction to the trade between the Panthers and Flames, Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar's future in Calgary, the team culture in Florida and whether he thinks the Panthers have made a step forward.
Co-host and Producer of Golf Talk Canada and Jr. Hockey Magazine Adam Scully joins Game Play after Brooke Henderson's Amundi Evian Championship win. He touches on Henderson's future, where she ranks among the all-time Canadian-born players, the growth of LIV Golf and it's consequences on PGA events and the possibility of Charles Barkley joining LIV.
In this edition of Matt's Monday Mood Meter, Matt Cauz gives his mood on the moves made by the Calgary Flames, expectations for the Florida Panthers for this upcoming season, the Jays' red-hot bats, Roger Clemens and Mark McGwire's Baseball Hall of Fame snub, Davante Adams comparing Derek Carr to Aaron Rodgers and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Athletic Flames writer, Hailey Salvian, to discuss what led to the Flames' blockbuster trade with the Panthers and why Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk chose to not stay in Calgary. Then Producer Chris gauges how Matt is feeling on a variety of sports topics from the weekend in "Matt's Monday Mood Meter".
Calgary Flames and Women's Hockey Writer for the Athletic Hailey Salvian joins Game Play to breakdown what led up to the Flames' blockbuster trade with the Panthers, why she thinks Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk chose not to stay Calgary, the difficulties of being an NHL GM in Canada and the future of the Flames franchise.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how surprised he was to see how most Red Sox fans stayed for the whole game to boo their own team after they got routed 28-5 by the Blue Jays. Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to recap the Jays' dominant weekend sweep of the BoSox.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to chat about the Jays' sweep of the Red Sox, Toronto's 28-5 rout of Boston in the opener, Nate Pearson's progression, trade deadline targets, Toronto's upcoming series against the St Louis Cardinals and some college football bets to look out for.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at Toronto's dominant 28-5 win over the Red Sox. He was astounded that most Red Sox fans stayed for the whole game and booed their own team right until the very end.
TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins Game Play to put a bow on Leafs development camp and chat about who has impressed him during the event. Masters shares his thoughts on Matthew Knies' performance over the last week, Rasmus Sandin's reported unhappiness with Toronto, why Leafs fans shouldn't be worried about Auston Matthews bolting to an American market in two years time, Matthew Tkachuk's reported trade request and more!
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to TSN 1050 Argonauts colour analyst Natey Adjei about the impact on players to have the Argos-Roughriders game pushed back to Sunday. Then Tatti is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to get the latest news from Leafs development camp.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by VSiN's Matt Youmans to discuss Kyler Murray's massive five-year extension with the Arizona Cardinals and some NFL futures props. Then Tatti and Producer Chris play some "Yes Guy, No Guy".
TSN 1050 Argos commentator Natey Adjei joins Game Play to tee up the Argos rematch against the Saskatchewan Roughridgers. Adjei shares his thoughts on why Sunday’s game is crucial for the both teams, how Saskatchewan can correct some of their mistakes from last week, the struggles of Eastern Conference teams this season and more!
Join Jim Tatti and Producer Chris Horvat as they bring you another edition of the critically acclaimed segment Yes Guy, No Guy. Jim and Chris go back and forth on a variety of topics including whether Auston Matthews will re-sign in Toronto, Rasmus Sandin’s reported frustration with his role on the team, if the Jays should roll the dice on a Juan Soto trade and more!
Senior Editor and Host on VSiN Matt Youmans joins Game Play to break down Kyler Murray's massive contract extension with the Cardinals. Youmans shares his thoughts on Murray's new contract and what it means for the Cardinals, Deshaun Watson's looming suspension, the Bills’ chances of winning the Super Bowl and more!
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins Game Play to tee up the second half of the Blue Jays' season. Phillips shares his thoughts on Major League players being mic'd up and what impact it could have on the game, what to expect from the Jays in the second half of their season, what a Juan Soto trade could look like and more!
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the common thread of turnovers hurting teams trying to rally this week in the CFL. Then the Tattman is joined by TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips to preview the Blue Jays' series against the Red Sox as Toronto returns to action after the All-Star Break.
In the final hour of Game Play, Mark Roe and Mike DiStefano talk to Inside the Maple Leafs publisher for Sports Illustrated Media Group, David Alter, about if the situation in Calgary resembles Auston Matthews' circumstances in Toronto. Then Roe and Al's Brother are joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss Kyler Murray's extension and other QBs to watch out for in fantasy football.
Betting Analyst for Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to discuss Kyler Murray's extension, other QB's to watch out for in fantasy football, his predictions for the AFC North, the Blue Jays' playoff chances, and futures bets in the NFL and MLB.
Publisher and Reporter for Inside The Maple Leafs for Sports Illustrated David Alter joins Game Play to talk about the fallout in Calgary, if the situation in Calgary resembles Auston Matthews' circumstances in Toronto, what to do with Rasmus Sandin and Matthew Knies' performance at Development Camp.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mark Roe and Mike DiStefano are joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to chat about the Jays' playoff expectations and whether Juan Soto would be a fit in Toronto. Then Roe and Al's Brother play another edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em".
Host Mike DiStefano aka Al's brother, Mark Roe and producer Chris Horvat play another edition of Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em. They get into landing spots for Matthew Tkachuk, expectations for the Flames this season, most likely destinations for Juan Soto, the best rookie WR's to target for fantasy football, best hosting performances at the ESPYS and more.
Blue Jays Reporter for MLB.com Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to chat about his reaction to Alek Manoah's All-Star Game performance, playoff expectations for the Jays, Berrios finding his groove, how Soto fits in Toronto and his thoughts on the Jays' new prospects.
In the first hour of Game Play, Mark Roe and Mike DiStefano get into the breaking news of Kyler Murray signing a five-year, $230 million contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals. Then Roe and Al's Brother make some tough choices as they are presented by Producer Chris in another edition of "This or That".
Host Mike DiStefano aka Al's brother, Mark Roe and producer Chris Horvat play another edition of this or that. They go back and forth on potential destinations for Matthew Tkachuk, Brooklyn and Philly's championship chances, some of the most disgusting food combinations, their favourite for NFL MVP and the importance of Mitch Marner and Alek Manoah for their teams.
In the final hour of Game Play, Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano are joined by TSN 1050 hockey analyst Frank Corrado to discuss Matthew Tkachuk's likely exit from Calgary and where Tkachuk might end up. Then Luca and Al's Brother give out their TSN 1050 Awards in honour of tonight's ESPY Awards.
Bardown's Luca Celebre and Host Mike DiStefano aka Al's brother give out their 1050's awards. They give out awards for the best athlete in a men's sport, best Blue Jays first-half performer, best outfit, best coach quote, best clap-back quote and best chirp.
TSN Hockey Analyst and Former Maple Leaf Frank Corrado joins Game Play to talk about Matthew Tkachuk's likely exit from Calgary, what the Flames could expect in return, potential destinations for Tkachuk and what could happen with John Klingberg and Nazem Kadri.
In the second hour of Game Play, Luca Celebre and Mike DiStefano are joined by MLB Draft Director for Prospects Live, Joe Doyle, to break down all the action from the MLB Draft and what kind of potential Jays' first round pick Brandon Barriera has. Then Luca and Al's Brother talk to SI.com Blue Jays reporter Mitch Bannon about the MLB All-Star Game and his expectations for the Jays' second half of the season.
Blue Jays Reporter for SI.com Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to discuss Alek Manoah's All-Star Game performance, Albert Pujols' appearance at the Home Run Derby, what to expect from the Jays for the rest of the season, moves the Jays should make before the deadline, Toronto's chances at landing Juan Soto, prospects that could be dealt and playoff chances for the Jays.
BarDown's Luca Celebre makes his co-hosting debut alongside Mike DiStefano as they fill in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Luca and DiStefano get into how great a job the MLB has done with their All-Star Game. Then Celebre and Al's Brother are joined by gold medalist with the Canadian women's hockey team, Sarah Nurse, to discuss her participation in the Princess Margaret Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer tournament.
MLB Draft Director for Prospects Live Joe Doyle joins Game Play to breakdown all the action from the MLB Draft. Doyle touches on how he evaluates players, his draft grade for the Blue Jays, Brandon Barriera's potential, why Josh Kasevich is one to watch and the current state of the Jays' farm system.
Two-time Olympic Champion for the Canadian National Women's Hockey Team Sarah Nurse joins Game Play to chat about the Princess Margaret Road Hockey To Conquer Cancer Tournament, her experience at the Beijing Olympics, the upcoming World Championship, the future of women's hockey and the increase of women in front office and coaching roles in the NHL.
In the final hour of Game Play, Al's Brother and Dave Feschuk rank their favourite baseball movies in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five". Then AB and Feschuk judge Producer Nick's hot takes in "All-Star Take or No Star Take".
Host of the Spin Rate Podcast Drew Fairservice joins Game Play ahead of the MLB All-Star Game to discuss Alek Manoah's league-wide recognition, what it would take for the Jays to land Juan Soto, John Schneider's impact and expectations for Jordan Romano and Alejandro Kirk in their All-Star game debuts.
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In the second hour of Game Play, Mike DiStefano and Dave Feschuk talk to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about the controversy at the Home Run Derby and his best bets for tonight's All-Star Game. Then Al's Brother and Feschuk are joined by host of the Spin Rate podcast, Drew Fairservice, to discuss what he expects from the Blue Jays in the second half of the season.
Betting Analyst from covers.com Andrew Caley joins Game Play ahead of the MLB All-Star Game. He touches on the controversy from the Home Run Derby, bets for the All-Star Game, his favourite to win MVP and a dark horse to watch out for.
Mike DiStefano and Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, DiStefano and Feschuk get into Juan Soto's win in the Home Run Derby. Then Al's Brother and Feschuk are joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke to discuss Matthew Knies' impressive performance at the Leafs development camp.
Leafs Reporter from the Athletic Joshua Kloke joins Game Play to chat about all the latest from the Maple Leafs development camp. He touches on why Matthew Knies has been so impressive, Fraser Minton's impact, why Ty Voit has caught his eye, and what he's learned about the farm system this week.
In the final hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to CBC Sports Raptors reporter Vivek Jacob about the team's Summer League run and Christian Koloko's role with the team this season. Then Tatti is joined by Toronto Star Maple Leafs reporter Kevin McGran to chat about Rasmus Sandin's future with the Leafs.
Toronto Star Maple Leafs Reporter Kevin McGran joins Game Play to chat about Rasmus Sandin's future, needs for the Leafs, Toronto's new-look goalie tandem, and prospects to look out for.
Raptors.com and CBC Sports writer Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to discuss the Raptors' Summer League run, Christian Koloko's role for this upcoming season, where he thinks the Raps will finish in the East and where Toronto stands in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes.
TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to talk about all the action from week 6 in the CFL, the reason for the Ti-Cats' struggles, the possibility of expansion in Atlantic Canada, Hamilton's hiring of Khari Jones, the pressure of playing QB and Toronto's win over Saskatchewan.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by golf commentator Adam Stanley to recap Cameron Smith's win at The Open Championship. Then Tatti talks TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor about all the action from Week 6 in the CFL and the Ticats' hiring of Khari Jones as football operations consultant.
Canadian Golf Reporter and Media Personality Adam Stanley joins Game Play to breakdown Cameron Smith's victory at the Open Championship, Rory McIlroy's major drought, the rumours surrounding Smith joining the LIV Tour and the ongoing legal battle between the PGA and LIV.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into how the Leafs might approach getting under the salary cap prior to the start of the season. Then Tatti is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to examine the Jays' season as the team enters the All-Star Break.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to chat about Charlie Montoyo's exit, what's next for the Blue Jays after the All-Star break, father and son connections in baseball, his reaction to the MLB Draft, and all the All-Star festivities.
In the final hour of Game Play, Frank Corrado and Mike DiStefano talk to Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully about Tiger Woods missing the cut at St. Andrews and when we might see him play next. Then Frankie and Al's Brother are joined by The Leafs Nation Network Maple Leafs reporter David Alter to discuss how the Leafs' recent signings will fit into the lineup next season.
The Leafs Nation Network reporter David Alter joins the show to discuss why the recent free agents signed with the Leafs, where Aube-Kubel and Gaudette may find themselves in the lineup, what Mete and Benn signings could mean for the team, the posturing of the Leafs towards Sandin's contract, who could be the guy in net for the Leafs this season and what may still be coming for the Leafs.
Golf Talk Canada host and producer Adam Scully joins the show to discuss Tiger's struggles at the Open, when we might see him play next, how the tour would react if a LIV player won The Open, if the low scoring will continue this summer, his value plays the remainder of the tournament and what would add value to the LIV tournament.
In the second hour of Game Play, Frank Corrado and Mike DiStefano are joined by Blue Jackets Insider Jeff Svoboda to discuss what led to Johnny Gaudreau signing in Columbus and how far this elevates the Blue Jackets in the Metro Division. Then Frankie and Al's Brother share their top performers in NHL Free Agency so far in the Friday Podium.
Blue Jackets Insider Jeff Svoboda joins the show to discuss the shock with the Gaudreau signing in Columbus, when he believed it was going to happen, what it is like living and playing in Columbus, if he believes the Jackets are a playoff competitor and how far the Blue Jackets have come the past couple years.
Frank Corrado and Mike DiStefano filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Frankie and Al's Brother get into the Jays' struggles against a severely shorthanded Royals' lineup last night. Then they are joined by the host of The DFA Pod, Josh Goldberg to discuss if a change in manager can turn around the Blue Jays' season.
Host of the DFA Pod Josh Goldberg joins the show to discuss the recent changes to the lineup, what the odds are telling people, what the checklist looks like for team needs. John Schneider's appointment as the new manager, Manoah's lack of run support this season and if we should expect runs tonight, and his Home Run Derby bet right now.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler talks to The Athletic's Drew Fairservice about Bo Bichette's comments regarding the dismissal of manager Charlie Montoyo. Then Wheeler is joined by Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully to discuss the first round of The Open Championship and Tiger Woods' struggles at St. Andrews.
Golf Talk Canada Producer, Adam Scully, joins Gareth Wheeler on Game Play to discuss the first round of the Open Championship at St. Andrews, Tiger Woods' first round performance, Cameron Young making history, Rory McIlroy, Cameron Smith, Scottie Scheffler at the top of the leaderboard and more.
Host of the Athletic's Spin Rate Podcast, Drew Fairservice, joins Gareth Wheeler on Game Play to discuss the dismissal of manager Charlie Montoyo, Bo Bichette's critical comments about the Blue Jays' decision, Toronto's direction after the firing and what's next approaching the All-Star Break and more.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into Johnny Gaudreau's decision to play in Columbus and why Wheeler thinks it doesn't matter at the end of the day. Then Wheels is joined by Yahoo! Sports senior NHL writer Justin Cuthbert to discuss the Leafs' moves in free agency.
Senior NHL Writer for Yahoo Sports Justin Cuthbert joins Gareth Wheeler on Game Play to break down the major storylines on the start of Free Agent Frenzy, the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason moves including Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov, Johnny Gaudreau taking his talents to the Columbus Blue Jackets and more signings from across the NHL.
The Athletic National NHL writer Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to chat about the major signings on Free Agent Frenzy, the Maple Leafs decision-making acquiring Ilya Samsonov, how he will play with Matt Murray, the latest on Johnny Gaudreau, Nazem Kadri, Claude Giroux taking his talents to the Ottawa Senators and more from across the league.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Maple Leafs analyst Frank Corrado about the Leafs signing Ilya Samsonov and the directions of the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to break down a whirlwind first day in free agency around the NHL.
TSN 1050 Analyst Frank Corrado joins Matt Cauz in-studio on Free Agent Frenzy day to go in-depth on the signings across the National Hockey League, the Maple Leafs signings including Ilya Samsonov, and his opinions on what direction the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins, the latest on Johnny Gaudreau, Nazem Kadri and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com, Keegan Matheson, about the departure of manager Charlie Montoyo and what led to his firing. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to discuss the Leafs' free agent signings and the goalie tandem of Murray and Samsonov.
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs' Reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to chat about the Maple Leafs' Free Agent Frenzy signings including Ilya Samsonov, Nicolas Aube-Kubel, the tandem of Matt Murray-Samsonov, Jack Campbell's signing with the Edmonton Oilers,, the firing of Charlie Montoyo and more from the frenzy of signings.
Blue Jays reporter for MLB.com Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to discuss the departure of manager Charlie Montoyo, the reasoning for the firing and the next steps for Toronto as John Schneider takes over as the team's skipper, and more.
In today's Opening Thought on Free Agent Frenzy, Matt dives into the history of stars such as Evgeni Malkin, Patrick Kane, and Jonathan Toews, Mario Lemiuex's impact on Malkin's signing, the direction of the league's veterans, and which route the Pittsburgh Penguins an Chicago Blackhawks are taking and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1200 host Shawn Simpson about Matt Murray's journey with the Senators and Murray's interest in playing with the Maple Leafs. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss the betting lines for the Blue Jays' two-game set against the Phillies and his best bets around MLB tonight.
Covers.com MLB Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to preview the betting lines for the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Philadelphia Phillies two-game set, his best bets in Major League Baseball on Tuesday, July 12, NHL Free Agency picks, and how the frenzy impacts odds and more.
TSN 1200 Ottawa Host Shawn Simpson joins Game Play to chat about Matt Murray's journey with the Senators, Murray's interest in playing with the Maple Leafs, how the deal ultimately transpired, the progression of the Senators, the Sens' growth in the nation's capital, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz compares goaltending in hockey to running backs in football and why you don't need to be elite at either position to win a championship. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke to discuss Matt Murray's fit in Toronto and how the deal affects the goaltending market.
The Athletic Staff Writer Joshua Kloke joins Game Play ahead of Free Agent Frenzy to discuss the familiarity of Matt Murray and the Maple Leafs organization, management, and coaching, Murray's fit in Toronto, how the deal affects the goaltending market, and the correlation to Jack Campbell and Darcy Kuemper's contracts and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt Cauz makes a comparison between goaltending in hockey and running backs in football. He touches on why you don't need an elite running back or goaltender in order to win a championship and why the system is more important than the individual.
In the final hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler gets into the rumours around the NHL ahead of Free Agent Frenzy on Wednesday. Then Wheeler is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss the rumblings of Masai Ujiri and Sean Marks having a "private" conversation in Las Vegas and the latest news on Kevin Durant.
TSN Toronto Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to discuss the rumblings of Masai Ujiri and Sean Marks 'private' conversation in Las Vegas, Kevin Durant's interest around the NBA amid trade rumours, OG Anunoby's role with the Raptors, Deandre Ayton's future, 2022 NBA Summer League and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler gets into why Toronto FC might be the most intriguing sports story in this country right now. Then Wheeler's joined by tennis commentator John Horn to discuss whether Novak Djokovic has taken over the mantle of G.O.A.T. in tennis after his seventh Wimbledon title on Sunday.
WTA World Feed Commentator, Grand Slam Commentator and Tennis Analyst John Horn on Novak Djokovic capturing his seventh and fourth consecutive Wimbledon victory, why Djokovic is the G.O.A.T of the sport, Nick Kyrgios drama and on-court commotion, looking ahead to the US Open and best bets for the tournament, how the Canadians are performing and more.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. On the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into Nick Kyrgios' all-time performance as a villain at Wimbledon. Then Wheels is joined by Toronto Star Maple Leafs reporter Kevin McGran to discuss the latest news on the trade rumours swirling around Matt Murray being acquired by the Leafs.
Toronto Star Maple Leafs reporter Kevin McGran joins Game Play to chat on the trade buzz between Ottawa Senators goaltender Matt Murray and Maple Leafs, the probability of a deal around Murray, Jack Campbell's value and interest in the league, the goalie carousel around the NHL and players to watch ahead of Free Agency and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler opens the phone lines to hear from listeners on a variety of Toronto sports topics, including the Petr Mrazek trade. Then Wheeler is joined by Leafs Nation Maple Leafs reporter David Alter to discuss who the Leafs should target in the goalie market when free agency opens.
Toronto Maple Leafs Reporter for The Leafs Nation David Alter joins Game Play to break down the Leafs trading Petr Mrazek to the Chicago Blackhawks. Alter shares his thoughts on why things didn't work out in Toronto for Mrazek, which goaltending options the Leafs could be look at over the next few weeks, Edmonton's reported interest in Jack Campbell, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler gets into his beliefs in the supernatural and Toronto's new proposed policies around outdoor cats. Then Wheeler's joined by Montreal Gazette sports columnist Stu Cowan to get his thoughts on the Canadiens drafting Juraj Slafkovsky instead of Shane Wright.
Sports Columnist at the Montreal Gazette Stu Cowan joins Game Play to recap the 2022 NHL Draft. Cowan shares his thoughts on why he believes the Montreal Canadiens opted to select Juraj Slafkovsky instead of Shane Wright, the Canadiens trading Alexander Romanov, what he believes Kent Hughes’ vision for the future is, and more.
Toronto Sun Blue Jays beat writer and columnist Rob Longley joins Game Play from Seattle to tee up tonight’s game between the Mariners and the Blue Jays. Longley shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays' ongoing pitching struggles, a general lack of focus displayed by the team, Yusei Kikuchi landing on the IL, and more.
In the first hour of today's show, Gareth Wheeler gets into the Maple Leafs' picks in day two of the NHL Draft. Then Wheeler is joined by Toronto Sun Blue Jays reporter Rob Longley to discuss how the struggling Blue Jays can break out of their current slump.
Wheels up for the final hour of Game Play! Gareth begins the hour by discussing the Canadian premiere of the E60: Unrivaled docu-series before diving into why the NHL lacks true rivalries in 2022. TSN Hockey Analyst Frankie Corrado also stops by for a brief visit and is subjected to listening to Gareth sing the Canadian National Anthem.
Wheels up for hour two of Game Play! Gareth Wheeler kicks off the hour with Drew Fairservice of the Athletic's Spin Rate podcast to chat about the Blue Jays' west coast road trip and the brilliance of Shohei Ohtani. Gareth closes the hour by welcoming in Josh Inglis of Covers.com to tee up the 2022 NHL Draft from a betting perspective.
NHL, MLB Analyst from Covers.com Josh Inglis joins Game Play to dive-in to ins-and-outs of drafting on the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, odds, lines and value picks from Montreal, and a comprehensive betting look in MLB's Thursday slate and more.
Co-Host of The Athletic's Spin Rate podcast Drew Fairservice joins Game Play to chat about the Toronto Blue Jays recent struggles, preview to series vs. Seattle Mariners, pitching conundrum around Toronto and the essential fix to the lineup, Matt Chapman's expectations and Shohei Ohtani's ground-breaking and historic stretch on the mound and more.
Wheels up for today's edition of Game Play! Gareth Wheeler takes the reigns today and welcomes in Director of North American Scouting for Dobber Prospects Nick Richard to tee up the NHL Draft.
Director of North American Scouting for Dobber Prospects Nick Richard joins Game Play to preview the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, Shane Wright vs. Juraj Slafkovsky, highly-anticipated draft picks to watch, Toronto Maple Leafs at the NHL Draft, Maple Leafs' realistic goaltending scenarios and the emerging Russian players in the draft and more.
Matthew Cauz begins the final hour of the show by welcoming in Sheng Peng of SanJoseHockeyNow to discuss the Sharks' historic hiring of Mike Grier. Matt and Producer Chris close the show with a little game of This or That where Matt goes on what can only be described as an epic rant against dolphins.
Join Matthew Cauz for hour two of Game Play. Matthew chats with the host of the Hardwood Handicappers podcast at VSiN Jonathan Von Tobel about the NBA2K23 Summer League before being joined by legendary Canadian comedian Ron James.
Writer at SanJoseHockey Now, Co-Host of SJHockeyNow Podcast and PWHA Sheng Peng joins Game Play to talk about Mike Grier being named the general manager of the San Jose Sharks, becoming the first black GM in league history, the urgency around the NHL Draft and the possible changes in San Jose and more.
Notable Canadian stand-up comedian Ron James joins Game Play to chat about his best-selling book All Over the Map: Rambles and Ruminations from the Canadian Road, his humorous, gloriously funny and comical journey on stage and screen and his amusing stories, performances, moments and his upcoming performance at the Stratford Festival on July 16.
Senior NBA Analyst and Host of VSIN's Hardwood Handicappers, Jonathan Von Tobel, joins Game Play to discuss Oklahoma City Thunder's Chet Holmgren's spectacular 2022 Salt Lake City Summer League debut, 2022 NBA Summer League, Kevin Durant trade discussion, the betting Durant effect, major NBA Free Agency signings, the handicapping database and more.
In the first hour of today's show, Matt is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss the ongoing Kevin Durant trade rumours and where the Raptors fit into the equation. Matt kicks off the hour by sharing his Opening Thought where he explains why it is up to Alek Manoah to save both the Blue Jays and baseball in general.
NBA Content Creator at theScore and Host of the No Good Podcast Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to discuss the speculations around Kevin Durant-Toronto Raptors sweepstakes, why the Raptors have the most ideal trade package, Deandre Ayton's interest and contract talk, NBA Free Agency and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt explores the true definition of an "Ace" in Major League Baseball, the genuine disparity of pitchers across the league, how statistics and analytics play a role in the starting job, why Major League Baseball's should have a limitation for pitchers and Alek Manoah's importance to the Toronto Blue Jays progression.
Matt is joined in the final of the show by TSN 1050 Argos commentator Natey Adjei to recap Toronto's tough loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers last night. Matt closes the show with Sound of the Day featuring a very prominent tennis star talking about his gratitude towards a toilet.
To kick off the second hour of the show, Matt is joined by Mitch Bannon of Sports Illustrated to chat about the Blue Jays' west coast road trip and Matt Chapman returning to Oakland. Matt is then joined by Producer Chris for another weekly edition of the Tuesday Top-5 where they break down the biggest 2022 MLB stories.
Former CFLer and TSN 1050 Argonauts commentator Natey Adjei joins Game Play to discuss the Argonauts difficult 23-22 loss vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Boris Bede's missed game-tying convert, Andrew Harris competing against his former team, tensions on Argos' sideline and his past experiences as a professional football player in college and the Canadian Football League.
Toronto Blue Jays reporter for Sports Illustrated Mitch Bannon joins Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays 5-1 defeat to the Oakland Athletics on the 4th of July, his perspective on the Blue Jays' through the first-half of the season, Kevin Gausman's injury status and his possible return, his stance on the Blue Jays' pitching staff and more.
Matthew Cauz opens the first hour of the show by explaining why it is tough to be a sports fan in Oakland in his Opening Thought. Matt is also joined by Vivek Jacob to discuss the ongoing Kevin Durant saga and how the Raptors might factor in.
Basketball Writer for Raptors.com, CBCSports.ca and Complex.ca, Vivek Jacob, joins Game Play to chat about the developing trade storylines surrounding Kevin Durant, his opinion on a potential Durant-Toronto Raptors trade, why Scottie Barnes shouldn't be involved in a swap for Durant, the latest on NBA Free Agency, Canada Basketball qualifiers and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt dives-in to the roller-coaster, turbulent and up-and-down ride of the historical and beloved Oakland Athletics. Matt shares his thoughts on the enduring statistics, attendance, notable personalities on the roster and the A's comparison to professional sports teams in California.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun sports columnist about the challenge for Masai Ujiri to try and acquire Kevin Durant and what it would take to get him. Then Matt is joined by TSN CFL analyst Matt Dunigan to preview the Toronto Argonauts' Week 4 matchup against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as Andrew Harris faces his former team.
TSN CFL Analyst Matt Dunigan joins Game Play to preview the Toronto Argonauts-Winnipeg Blue Bombers Week 4 matchup, Argos' Andrew Harris facing his former team, his best picks for the game, BC Lions' Nathan Rourke's dominance and more.
Toronto Sun Sports Columnist Steve Simmons joins Game Play to talk about the challenge for Masai in trying to trade for Durant, what it would take to get him, the Maple Leafs approach in NHL Free Agency and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gives his opinion of a variety of sports topics from over the weekend in the first edition of "Matt's Monday Mood Meter". Then Matt is joined by daughter of the late Herb Carnegie, Bernice Carnegie to discuss the significance of her father being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Daugher of the late Herb Carnegie and co-founder of the Future Aces Foundation, Bernice, joins Game Play to discuss of her father's nod into the Hockey Hall of Fame as a builder, what it means to her family, his tremendous journey on and off the ice as a trailblazer, founding one of Canada's first hockey schools, Future Aces, his impact to young hockey players worldwide and more.
In the first hour of today's show, Matt Cauz gets into the possibility of the Raptors acquiring Kevin Durant and whether it would be worth it. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors radio analyst Jevohn Shepherd to make sense of what has already been a whirlwind start to NBA Free Agency.
TSN 1050 Raptors Radio Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to discuss about the swirling Kevin Durant-Toronto Raptors trade speculations, Canada Basketball's successful World Cup Qualifiers, preview to matchup vs. Virgin Islands, the exhilaration of his first pitch at the Toronto Blue Jays game and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the the possibility of the Raptors going to get Kevin Durant. Does it make sense for this young team to do it? With a good core and more talent in the wings, Matt thinks it is a bad idea. In a very un-Matt-like move he rejects the idea of Durant.
TSN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro joins OverDrive to discuss Colorado's Stanley Cup run, Kadri's improbable return, what it takes to build a championship roster, Ilya Mikheyev's departure and how the Leafs should approach their goaltending search.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick. Then Matt talks to TSN Edge betting analyst Davis Sanchez about the slate of games in the CFL for the Canada Day long weekend and where he sees the best bets.
TSN Edge sports betting analyst Davis Sanchez joins Game Play to breakdown what makes Nathan Rourke so impressive, tonight's game between the BC Lions and Ottawa Redblacks, the challenges of playing in the CFL, his CFL bets for the week, and the Argos' offensive struggles.
TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to talk what lies ahead for the Canadian men's basketball program, what Nick Nurse brings, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's commitment, how Canada stacks up against their international competition, how the Raptors are going to approach free agency and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why it's time for the Canadian men's national basketball team to step up. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to preview what he expects in NBA free agency this year and Canada Basketball's game against the Dominican Republic in Vancouver.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt talks about why it's time for the Canadian men's national basketball team to step up. He touches on their results at previous tournaments, the lack of involvement from certain Canadian players and their upcoming game against the Dominican Republic. What do you expect from this team?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Defector.com reporter Kalyn Kahler about the lawsuit filed against the Houston Texans and her takeways from the Deshaun Watson sexual assault investigation so far. Then Matt is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to discuss Blue Jays' back-to-back wins against the Red Sox and Ross Stripling's recent success.
MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson joins Game Play to talk about the Blue Jays' back-to-back wins against the Red Sox, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s greatness, Ross Stripling's recent success and the expectations surrounding Alek Manoah.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the perils of free agency negotiations and why the grass isn't always greener on the other side, in honour of Freddie Freeman firing his agents after returning to Atlanta with the Dodgers. Then Matt is tasked with making some tough decisions from Producer Nick in another edition of "This or That".
Defector.com reporter Kalyn Kahler joins Game Play to talk about the lawsuit filed against the Houston Texans, her takeways from the Deshaun Watson sexual assault investigation so far, whether she thinks he'll play this season and reaction from Browns fans.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt talks about the dangers of free agency negotiations and why the grass isn't always greener on the other side. He breaks down Freddie Freeman's regret, Jalen Brunson's upcoming free agency, and why both of them should take a look at Gabriel Landeskog's Stanley Cup triumph.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic's Nets reporter Alex Schiffer about Kyrie Irving opting in to his player option, how he came to the decision and how the new deal could affect the Nets this coming season. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss what bets to take for Alejandro Kirk.
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins Game Play to talk bets for Alejando Kirk, Boston's turnaround, Ross Stripling's start against the Red Sox tonight and a long shot bet for the John Deere Classic.
The Athletic's Nets reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss Kyrie opting in to his player option, how he came to the decision, how the new deal could effect the Nets this coming season, how Durant's mindset might be, if the Nets made the right decision, the stability in the organization, how Irving is behind the scenes and gives his prediction for the Nets this year.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Deshaun Watson's trial and whether he deserves a second chance in the NFL. Then Matt and Producer Nick rank their "Top Eccentric Athletes" in honour of Kyrie Irving in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five.
In Today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down the Deshaun Watson's trial. The man facing 24 civil lawsuits has his hearing between the NFL and NFLPA starting and what could this result in? Will he be suspended? How long will it be? But the real question for Matt is does he deserve a second chance or will he just not do anything with it?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Washington Post sportswriter Neil Greenberg about the parity in the NHL right now and the future of the Avalanche and Lightning. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Argos colour analyst Natey Adjei to discuss why the BC Lions are a team to watch this season and why the Argonauts' offence is struggling.
TSN 1050 Argos Colour Analyst Natey Adjei joins Game Play to talk Nathan Rourke's dominance, the pressure of being a QB, Rourke's chances of an NFL career, why the BC Lions are a team to watch this season, the reason for the Argonauts' offensive struggles and more.
Sportswriter for the National Post, Neil Greenberg, joins Game Play to talk parity in the NHL, the future of the Avalanche and Lightning, contenders for next year's Stanley Cup, the importance of goaltending in the playoffs, his favourite for Wimbledon, Wimbledon bets to look out for, the upcoming Hockey Hall of Fame inductions and more.
ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to breakdown Colorado's Stanley Cup win and discuss Nathan Mackinnon's mentality, how Colorado were able to close out the series, the biggest story of the NHL offseason, how Mackinnon's next contract impacts the Avs' future and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Colorado's journey to the Stanley Cup and Nazem Kadri's post-game comments. Then Matt is joined by ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski to wrap up a stellar showing of Stanley Cup Playoffs action and his thoughts on the Avalanche bringing down the Lightning.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt shares his thoughts on Colorado's journey to the Stanley Cup, Kadri's post-game comments, the odds on next year's Stanley Cup Champion, Cale Makar's greatness, if the Lightning are a true dynasty and more.
Two-time Stanley Cup Champion and TSN Hockey Analyst Dave Reid joins Leafs Lunch to recap the Colorado Avalanche’s epic playoff run. Reid shares his thoughts on his experience winning the Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2001, why he is happy for Nazem Kadri for exorcising his demons of past playoffs, how much players can bond during deep playoff runs, and more.
Professional Wrestler for Impact Wrestling Eric Young joins Game Play to tee up this weekend's exciting Greektown Wrestling events. Young shares his thoughts the journey he has taken to become a professional wrestler, this weekend's Greektown Wrestling events in London and Toronto, his favourite player props ahead of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Tampa Bay Lightning beat writer Chris Krenn about whether the Lightning have finally met their match or if they can stave off elimination in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Then Matt is joined by professional wrestler, Eric Young, to discuss the Impact Wrestling event this weekend.
NHL.com Tampa Bay Lightning Reporter Chris Krenn joins Game Play to tee up Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final in Colorado tonight. Krenn shares his thoughts on how Tampa Bay's special teams have let them down in their series against Colorado, Erik Cernak's injury status ahead of Game 5, what mentality the Avalanche might adopt as they look to close out the Lightning, and more.
Host of Mean Streets and Dangle Bet Celly Chris Meaney joins Game Play to preview Friday’s MLB betting slate as well as Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Meaney shares his thoughts on how he is approaching Game 5 from a betting perspective, why Cale Makar is a virtual lock to win the Conn Smythe trophy, Alek Manoah not producing gaudy strikeout totals despite being a mountain of a man, his best bets for tonight's MLB slate, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily instalment of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into the Argos and Lions big game Saturday night , why Nathan Rourke can bring fans something different into the CFL and the few Canadian quarterbacks throwing a touchdown pass over the last 30 years.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN NBA analyst Leo Rautins about last night's NBA Draft and what the Raptors are getting in Christian Koloko. Then Matt is joined by FTN Network betting analyst Chris Meaney to discuss the MLB’s betting slate for Friday and how to bet on Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final.
TV Analyst for TSN and NBA TV Canada Leo Rautins joins Game Play to recap the NBA Draft. Rautins shares his thoughts on the Raptors selecting Christian Koloko in the second round of the NBA Draft, the trade rumours surrounding OG Anunoby, Shaedon Sharpe and Bennedict Mathurin making Canadian basketball history last night, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Chris. Then Matt is joined by former CFL slotback, Dave Stala, to discuss his new initiative, "Dollars for Doors" and how he thinks the Tiger-Cats' season will play out.
Former Hamilton Tiger-Cat Dave Stala joins GamePlay to discuss Canadian QB's, the emergence of Nathan Rourke, his Dollars for Doors initiative, his best catch, injuries before playoff time, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the NHL Awards from a betting point of view and his approach to betting on future awards. Then Matt is joined by NCAA and NBA prospect specialist Rashad Phillips ahead of the NBA Draft to discuss where he expects the Canadian prospects to be drafted and who the Raptors should target.
NCAA and NBA Prospect Specialist Rashad Phillips joins Game Play ahead of the NBA Draft to discuss Canadian prospects, who the Raptors should target, Chet Holmgren's future, the evolution of positions, how evaluating players has changed, Scottie Barnes' development and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt takes a look at the NHL Awards from a betting point of view. Matt shares his thoughts on the Vezina, Hart and Norris and how the favourites changed throughout the season, as well as his approach on betting on future awards.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler makes some tough decisions in "This or That" with Producer Nick. Then Wheeler is joined by Leafs Nation Maple Leafs reporter David Alter to discuss how Auston Matthews winning the Hart Trophy impacts his future in Toronto.
The Leafs Nation Maple Leafs Reporter David Alter joins GamePlay to discuss on how winning the Hart Trophy impacts Auston Matthews going forward, his future in Toronto, the ethics of tanking and the pressure of having the first overall pick.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into Auston Matthews' decorated night at the NHL Awards. Then Wheels is joined by Covers.com MLB analyst Chris Hatfield to discuss the torrid pace the Yankees are on this season and where the smart money is in the MLB.
Covers.com MLB analyst Chris Hatfield joins GamePlay to discuss the future of umpiring, why road favourites are having success, who the favourite is in the AL Central, his pick for AL MVP, the Yankees historic June and which teams he thinks have good value down the stretch.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to OverDrive host and former NHL goaltender Jamie McLennan about the Lightning rebounding in Game 3 against the Avalanche. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss his trust level in betting on the Blue Jays and his thoughts on Matt's cowardly bet and $5 longshot bet of the day.
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss his trust level in betting the Blue Jays, how to bet the pitching rotation at the moment, his thoughts on today's Jays/White Sox matchup, Matt's cowardly bet and $5 longshot bet and his favourite bets from around the league.
Overdrive host and former NHL Goaltender Jamie McLennan joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the start of game 3, how good Colorado was in game 2, Vasilveskiy's bounce back game and his opinions on movies for kids,
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how he would spend his ideal summer on the first official day of summer. Then Matt and Producer Nick rank the top sporting events they are looking forward to this summer in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five".
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at what would be his ideal summer on the first official day of summer. From the Argos to wining to Mark Cuban's humanitarian efforts he has it all. Can the Raptors get better? Will Pearson make an impact on the field at some point? Matt has a game plan and lays it out for you here.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell about how much better the Yankees are than the Blue Jays, what has made the Yankees so scary and how important Jordan Romano has been for the Jays this year. Then Matt is joined by Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully to discuss the insane finish to the U.S. Open and the waning conversation around the LIV Series.
Host and Producer of Golf Talk Canada Adam Scully joins the show to discuss the insane US Open finish, the dissipating conversation regarding the LIV Tour, how close the US Open really was, what Fitzpatrick was able to do right in round 4, how diffciult his shot on 18 was, why Jon Rahm's weekend was the most disappointing and if he thinks more PGA players will be playing smaller events on the Tour.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell on his future college football bets, how much better the Yankees are than the Blue Jays, what has made the Yankees so scary, how dominant Clay Holmes has been this season, how important Romano has been this year, looks ahead to what the division and roster could look like by the next time they meet the Yankees and what Pearson's latest injury could mean for his career.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares what final result he would like to see in the Stanley Cup Final. Then Matt is joined by Postmedia NHL reporter Michael Traikos to discuss the shock of Games 1 and 2 in the Stanley Cup Final and how good the Avalanche have been so far.
Toronto Sun and Postmedia NHL reporter Michael Traikos joins the show to discuss the shock of game 1 and 2 in the SStanley Cup Finals, how good the Avalanche have been so far, the impact of lack of rest for the Lightning, the physical play in these playoffs so far, Cale Makar's rise and where he sits in the finals.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt shocks the world with his opinion of what he wants to see for the rest of the Stanley Cup Final. Is a Sweep actually good for the game? Or should we be cheering on a 7-game series? Two of the best teams all year, and yet there might be one that is so much better. And is it time to crown a new champion?
NBA and FIBA Analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to breakdown the aftermath of the Golden State Warriors' victory in the NBA Finals. Shepherd shares his thoughts on how the Warriors have been able to overcome numerous obstacles over the past few seasons, why Steph Curry's legacy is worthy of top-10 all-time consideration, how Andrew Wiggins was able to rewrite the script for his career, and more.
LightningInsider.com Founder Erik Erlendsson joins Game Play to tee up Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. Erlendsson shares his thoughts how Andrei Vasilevskiy is consistently able to bounce back from poor showings, Brayden Point's performance after returning from injury in Game 1, how Tampa Bay is able to effectively make adjustments in a series as it progresses and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to discuss his best bets for the Stanley Cup Final and this weekend's MLB slate. Inglis shares his thoughts on whether Andrei Vasilevskiy can deliver a big performance for the Lightning in Game 2, which player props he is chasing, how he is approaching this weekend's pivotal series between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees from a betting perspective, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily installment of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt waxes poetic about Steph Curry after the Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. Matt dives into how Curry's performance solidifies his legacy among the NBA's all-time greats, Jayson Tatum's lackluster performance, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to LightningInsider.com's Erik Erlendsson about how he expects Tampa to respond in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Jevohn Shepherd to recap the Warriors winning their fourth NBA Championship in eight years.
n the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the NBA Finals were significant historically, but a complete dud from an aesthetic point-of-view that led to entertainment. Then Matt is joined Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to go through his best bets for the weekend in the Stanley Cup Final and MLB.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals along with his best bets for the night. Cheng shares his thoughts on the defensive dominance put on display by Andrew Wiggins through the first five games of this series, why Jayson Tatum has not maximized his effectiveness thus far, the likelihood Steph Curry will win Finals MVP, his best Game 6 bets, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Argonauts colour analyst Natey Adjei about the Argos’ season opener tonight against the Alouettes. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng for his weekly NBA betting hit ahead of Game 6 of the Finals.
TSN Argos and Raptors Commentator Natey Adjei joins Game Play to tee up the Argos' season opener against the Alouettes tonight. Adjei shares his thoughts on how the Argos were able to bolster their defence this past off-season, what to expect from Andrew Harris as he gets set to make his Argos' debut, what to make of Alouettes owner Gary Stern saying Montreal will 'kill' Toronto tonight, and more.
TSN 1050 Hockey Analyst and former Maple Leaf Frank Corrado joins Game Play to recap Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Corrado shares his thoughts on how Brayden Point looked in his return from injury, the rest vs rust debate facing both Colorado and Tampa Bay, what team PR training looks like from behind the scenes, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily instalment of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt explains why he is enjoying PGA Tour Players openly criticizing members of the LIV Golf League and imagines what it would be like if other professional sports leagues followed suit.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why Jon Rahm's sentiment about sticking with the PGA Tour resonated with him and makes him much more likeable than Brooks Koepka. Then Matt is joined by former Maple Leafs Defenceman and TSN 1050 hockey analyst Frank Corrado to recap the Avs’ OT win in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is tasked with making some tough decisions in another edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to look at how Hyun-Jin Ryu's season-ending elbow injury impacts the pitching staff and how the Jays could go about filling his spot in the rotation.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins the show to look at Ryu's impact after his season ending injury, where the Jays could go to fill the hole in the rotation, what expectations should be for Nate Pearson and Moreno's rise as a prospect.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why this year's Stanley Cup Final will be one of the most entertaining we've seen in a long time. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Lightning beat reporter, Joe Smith, to discuss how he sees the Stanley Cup Final shaping up and what the realistic expectations are for Brayden Point's return.
The Athletic's Lightning beat reporter Joe Smith joins the show to discuss what this Finals series could shape up to be, what realistic expectations are for Brayden Point's return, Hagel's questionable designation, what two fully healthy teams could mean for the the finals, how Colorado may handle the Lightning, how the lightning are embracing the potential history and how the Lightning might try to stop Makar.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breakdowns why the Stanley Cup Finals will be one of the most entertaining we've seen in a long time. Two top teams going head to head, we can't ask for much more. He looks into the Cinderella stories we have seen in the past and how those teams ended up failing after their cup runs. Is this the best thing for the league? We will find out.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank the "Top Stanley Cup Final Bets" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss where to bet the Blue Jays while they are hot, how Alejandro Kirk has become an automatic prop bet and his favourite bets across the MLB.
Covers.com's Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss where to bet the Blue Jays while they are hot, how Kirk has become an automatic prop bet, his favourite bets across the MLB, Matt's bet for the US Open and why Colorado is so heavily favoured.
The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show to discuss the 61% win probability for the Avalanche in the Finals, how the Avs adjust to the higher quality goaltending they are about to face, what factor could determine the series, what we should expect from Brayden Point, how exciting this heavyweight battle could be and what the Leafs offseason could look like.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the reinvention of Andrew Wiggins and how he has gone from a potential bust to flourishing within the Warriors system. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss the heavyweight matchup in the Stanley Cup Final and what could be the determining factor in the series.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the reinvention of Andrew Wiggins. From a potentially bust to his rise in the Warriors system. He carried the team in game 5 and has been a stalwart defensive player this postseason. His rise has been impressive, where can he get?
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Altitude Sports Host and Reporter Katie Gaus about how Colorado can stop the Lightning from winning their third-straight Stanley Cup. Then Matt is joined by TSN golf analyst Bob Weeks to recap Rory McIlroy's win at the RBC Canadian Open and Brooke Henderson's win on the LPGA Tour.
TSN Senior Reporter and Golf insider Bob Weeks joins the show to discuss the craziness that has been over the past week and a half, Brooke Henderson's victory, how big Rory's win was at the RBC Canadian Open vs the LIV tournament, Jay Monahan's comments, the conditions and crowds at the Canadian Open, the level of awkward that we could see at the US Open, and who the favourites are for this week`s US Open.
Altitude Sports Host and Reporter Katie Gaus joins the show to discuss how Colorado will step up against the Lightning, how impressive the Finals matchup is this year, what this series could mean for MacKinnon's legacy, how comfortable the Avs are in close games, the latest on Kadri and how great watching Cale Makar play is.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz dives into the most compelling storylines so far in this year's NBA Finals. Then Matt previews Game 5 of the Finals tonight and what he expects in what has been a very back-and-forth series so far.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at the compelling storylines in the NBA Finals. From Al Horford's incredible career prior to making the finals, Wiggins reinvention tour, Draymond Green's poor Finals and the soap opera surrounding him and ultimately whose legacy may be impacted the most. A full rundown and more.
Deputy Editor for Sports Betting at ESPN Chalk David Bearman joins Game Play to take an early look at some NFL future props. Bearman shares his thoughts on why the Kansas City Chiefs will face a stiffer task in the AFC West this season, Travis Kelce’s increased importance to the Chiefs’ offence after trading Tyreek Hill away, why so many sports books are fading the Patriots’ chances of making the playoffs, why CeeDee Lamb could take another step forward this season, and more.
Host of OverDrive Bryan Hayes joins Game Play to recap an exciting week at the RBC Canadian Open. Hayes shares his thoughts on what the last week down at the RBC Canadian Open has been like, the ongoing drama surrounding the LIV Golf Series, why Hulk Hogan is the perfect comparison for the Tampa Bay Lightning, the amalgamation of Toronto, and more.
Founder of thejumpball.net and former NBA Video Coordinator Mo Dakhil joins Game Play to tee up Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Dakhil shares his thoughts on Boston’s ability to attack the rim with success, Draymond Green’s inconsistent performance, the gap in athleticism between the Celtics and Warriors, why he is still leaning slightly towards the Warriors winning the series and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily installment of his Opening Thought. Today sees Matt examine LeBron James’ recent comments indicating he wants to one day own an NBA team in Las Vegas and how much gambling has become an accepted part of sports culture over the last decade.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by OverDrive's Bryan Hayes to discuss his experience at the RBC Canadian Open this week and the craziness surrounding the LIV Golf Series. Then Matt talks to Deputy Editor for Sports Betting at ESPN Chalk, David Bearman, about future props in the NFL.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how LeBron James is attempting to steal the spotlight from the NBA Finals. Then Matt is joined by former NBA video coordinator Mo Dakhil to get us set for Game 4 of the NBA Finals tonight and discuss whether he thinks the Celtics can push the Warriors to the brink.
Fantasy and Betting Contributor from TSN Edge Fabio Lucarini joins Game Play to recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Lucarini shares his thoughts on how Boston was able to find success in Game 3 by using their physicality and size advantage, if Steph Curry’s injury could affect the rest of the series, why the Warriors should be ready for the pace of Game 4 to slow down, his best bets for the rest of the series, and more.
Toronto Star Sports Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play live from the RBC Canadian Open to discuss all things golf. Feschuk shares his thoughts on what the atmosphere has been like down at St.George’s, the PGA banning all present and future members of the LIV Golf tour, the ethical issues surrounding the LIV Golf circuit, his reaction to Celtics fans rudely serenading Draymond Green during Game 3 of the NBA Finals and more.
TSN SportsCentre anchor Jennifer Hedger joins Game Play to break down the aftermath of the Oilers’ loss in the Western Conference Finals. Hedger shares her thoughts on why she was so impressed with Leon Draisaitl’s performance, why upgrading in net should be the Oilers' number one priority, the rowdy crowd at TD Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily instalment of his Opening Thought. Today sees Matt dives into his excitement for the upcoming CFL season, why the league-wide quarterback play could prove highly entertaining, the new-look Argos roster, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk about the unprecedented nature of big names from the PGA Tour jumping ship to join the LIV Golf Series. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Fabio Lucarini to discuss whether the Celtics have swung momentum firmly in their favour after their Game 3 win in the NBA Finals.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he's so excited for the start of the CFL season tonight. Then Matt is joined by SportsCentre anchor Jennifer Hedger to discuss fans participating in sports rivalries and if Celtics' fans took their chanting too far last night in their game against the Warriors.
Producer and Co-Host of Golf Talk Canada Adam Scully joins Game Play to discuss the ongoing RBC Canadian Open. Scully shares his thoughts on the course conditions at St.George's after yesterday's rainout, how Corey Conners can find success this week, Tiger Woods withdrawing from the U.S Open, the obstacles and questions surrounding the LIV Golf Tour, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly installment of This or That. Matt and Chris go back and forth on some of the spiciest questions in the world of sports including whether the Oilers should retain Evander Kane at all costs, if Phil Mickelson and the LIV circuit will fall flat on their faces, what area the Blue Jays should look to improve at the trade deadline and more.
Sports Betting Analyst at Sportsbook Review Scott Cullen joins Game Play to talk about all things sports betting. Cullen shares his thoughts on why the Lightning are road favourites going into Game 5 against the Rangers, why bettors should not write off the Rangers just yet, why Cale Makar is a deserving favourite to win the Conn Smythe Trophy, how bettors should be approaching the NBA Finals, why he likes the betting value for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to win the Grey Cup and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another daily installment of his Opening Thought. Matt opens the show today by explaining why the PGA shouldn't be overly concerned with their new competitors in the LIV Tour before examining several potential pitfalls facing the LIV circuit and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is tasked with making some tough decisions with Producer Chris in another edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully to discuss Tiger Woods' decision to miss the US Open and the latest wave of PGA players leaving the Tour for the LIV Series.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why that from afar, the LIV Golf Series' acquisitions may seem impressive, but if you look a little closer, there's not much there. Then Matt is joined by Sportsbook Review sports betting analyst Scott Cullen to take a look at Conn Smythe props, CFL season-long props and NFL Defensive Player of the Year props.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank the "Most Shocking Sports Exits" in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five". Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to give his opinion on where to put your money in the Blue Jays game tonight and who he's got in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to give his opinion on where to put your money in the Blue Jays game tonight, including Manoah strikeouts, what his thoughts are for the NBA Finals Game 3, why we may not have learned anything from the first two games and how shooting props are going to be popular the rest of the series.
In this edition of the Tuesday Top 5, Matt and Producer Nick give their Top 5 most shocking sports exits. Coaching firings? They got it. Players early retirements? You know it. See what they had as their Top 5.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Tiger's decision to turn down the LIV golf league and why it was probably the right thing to do. Then Matt is joined by Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino to discuss the crazy week it's been in golf, why Dustin Johnson decided to go to LIV and the conditions at the RBC Canadian Open.
Golf Talk Canada Producer and host Mark Zecchino joins the show to discuss the crazy week that has been in golf, Tiger's decision to stay away from the LIV golf series, why DJ decided to go to LIV, coinditions at the RBC Canadian Open, how strong the field is, who his favourites are for the Canadian Open
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at Tiger's decision to turn down the LIV golf league. With where the money is coming from, the legitiamcy of the league and why Tiger's decision is probably the right one. For Legacy, for morality, all that and more.
TSN Soccer Reporter Matthew Scianitti joins Game Play to sort through the aftermath of yesterday's CMNT game being canceled. Scianitti shares his thoughts on how the blame for this disaster should be divvied up, Nick Bontis' theatrical press conference yesterday evening, if this affects Canada's World Cup hopes in Qatar, and more.
First Up Co-Host and TSN Edge Contributor Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to tee up all things CFL betting with the start of the season just days away. Korolnek shares his thoughts on why Redblacks' wide receiver Jaelon Acklin is a player to keep an eye on this season, why you should fade William Stanback's inflated futures yardage props, why he's hammering the unders for futures bets across the league, and more.
ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joins Game Play to discuss all things Stanley Cup Playoffs. Wyshynski shares his thoughts on whether he is surprised the Rangers have advanced this far, the disparity in depth between the Avalanche and Oilers, whether Evander Kane's suspension was an appropriate length, and more.
Matthew Cauz returns from a two-week hiatus in Germany to bring you another edition of his Opening Thought. Matt opens up his suitcase to unpack his thoughts on yesterday's news surrounding the Canadian Men's National Soccer Team, questioning how we reached this point and if the public is being too harsh on the program's leadership.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by First Up's Aaron Korolnek to share his preparations for betting on the CFL this season. Then Matt talks to TSN soccer reporter Matthew Scianitti about the latest on the Canadian National Men's Soccer Team's dispute with Canada Soccer and where the players go from here.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what led to yesterday's walkout by the Canadian men's national team soccer players and their grievances with Canada Soccer. Then Matt is joined by ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski to break down the weekend action from the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and if he thinks the Avalanche will complete the sweep against the Oilers.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti plays "Yes Guy, No Guy" with Adam Scully and Producer Chris. Then Tatti and Scully talk to TheScore's Esfandiar Baraheni about the Celtics' Game 1 rally in the fourth quarter against the Warriors in the NBA Finals.
Esfandiar Baraheni joins Jim Tatti and Adam Scully to discuss the Celtics' comeback against the Warriors in Game 1. Baraheni shares his thoughts on the Warriors 4th quarter struggles, potential adjustments for both teams in Game 2, and why the Warriors are approaching the NBA Finals with a title or bust mentality.
Jim Tatti and Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully bring you another edition of Yes Guy, No Guy while filling in for Matt Cauz . In today's show, Tatti and Scully revisit the Nazem Kadri and Tuuka Rask trades, Luka Doncic's chances of becoming the next NBA billionaire, and whether there will ever be a second NBA expansion team in Canada.
Jim Tatti and Adam Scully filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti and Scully get into whether the Oilers will be able to pull themselves out of their 2-0 hole as the Western Conference Final shifts to Edmonton. Then Tatti and Scully are joined by LightningInsider.com's Erik Erlendsson to tee up Game 2 between the Lightning and Rangers.
LightningInsider.com Reporter Erik Erlendsson joins Game Play to tee up Game 2 between the Lightning and Rangers. Erik shares his thoughts on Brayden Point's odds of playing again this season,whether this is a must win Game 2 for Tampa Bay, Andrei Vasilevskiy's excellent poise after a loss and more.
Join Jim Tatti and Producer Chris for another edition of Yes Guy, No Guy. Jim and Chris debate some of the spiciest takes in the world of sports including the Avalanche being cup favourites without Darcy Kuemper, Raptors making no changes to the starting 5, and using Nate Pearson as a starter when he returns.
TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to discuss his best bets for the NBA Finals. Cheng shares his thoughts on tonight's betting favourite for Game 1 of the NBA Finals, pivotal players who can make an impact, why he is fading the unders in this series and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti plays some of his signature "Yes Guy, No Guy" with Producer Chris. Then Tatti is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to discuss his best bets for the NBA Finals and who he thinks is the favourite to win Finals MVP.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti shares his thoughts on the Rangers' 6-2 win over the Lightning in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final and the post-game reactions from both coaches. Then Tatti is joined by the host of The Lowdown with Lowetide on TSN 1260, Allan Mitchell, to preview tonight's Game 2 between the Oilers and Avs.
Host of "The Lowdown with Lowetide" on TSN 1260 Edmonton Allan Mitchell joins Game Play to discuss the Edmonton and Colorado series. Allan shares his thoughts on the controversial Makar goal, possible goal-tending options for Game 2 and some former Leafs players fitting perfectly on the Oilers.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler makes some tough decisions with Producer Nick in another edition of "This or That". Then Wheeler is joined by Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully to discuss what Dustin Johnson's decision to play in the LIV Golf Series could mean for him on the PGA Tour.
Golf Talk Canada's Adam Scully joins the show the discuss the LIV Golf announcement, what DJ's decision could mean for him, what we could see moving forward, and if the PGA tour will follow in the LIV tour's broadcasting,
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into why he thinks that after watching Game 1 of the Western Conference Final, the Eastern Conference champion is going to win the Stanley Cup. Then Wheels is joined by Forge FC head coach Bobby Smyrniotis to discuss the upcoming Canadian Championship final.
Forge FC Head Coach Bobby Smyrniotis joins the show to discuss the upcoming 2020 Canadian Championship final, how his preparation has gone, how the fans have become part of the culture of the game at all levels of the game, how big the gap is between MLS and CPL, how big the opportunities for the CPL clubs within CONCACAF, the emergence of Richie Laryea and the success of Cyle Larin.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler ranks the top impact players left in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with Producer Nick in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five". Then Wheeler is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss how he's betting on the NBA Finals and his pick for Finals MVP.
Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss tonight's value in the Blue Jays/White Sox game, why you should fade Syndergaard on steals moving forward, how he is betting the NBA Finals series, the defensive matchup we should expect, why Steph Curry might not be FMVP and if Klay Thompson might be an x-factor.
In this week's edition, Gareth Wheeler and Producer Nick give their Top 5 Most Influential players remaining in the NHL Playoffs. Who will change their respective series and help their team win? Listen and find out.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Gareth Wheeler gets into why he's skeptical of the Western Conference Final living up to the lofty hype. Then Wheeler is joined by Altitude Avalanche play-by-play voice Marc Moser to preview Game 1 tonight between the Avs and Oilers.
Altitude's Avalanche Play-by-Play voice Marc Moser joins the show to discuss the expectation on the Avalanche heading into the Conference Finals, the impact of McDavid and Draisaitl, the expectations of a high scoring series, who the unsung hero might be for the Avalanche, his excitement to call the series, and the just luck we have with the two series we have left.
In the second hour of Game Play, Al's Brother and Dave Feschuk are joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to discuss Then AB and Feschuk talk to VSiN's Jonathan Von Tobel about how the odds have changed for the Finals and where his money is going as the Celtics prepare to face the Warriors.
Vzin host Jonathan Von Tobel joins the show to discuss the game 7 between the Celtics and Heat, Butler's decision to shoot late in the game, how the odds have changed in the Finals, where his money is going, how he managed to get a great future's price on the Celtics this season, who the smart money is on for Finals MVP and who could be longshot this year and if he has any other finals bets that catch his eye.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins the show to discuss the Pham/Pederson coinfrontation, how the Jays managed to pull off the win over the weekend, if the sweep of the Angels might be a springboard for the team, how Lourdes has turned his season around, the Jays finally hitting with RISP, why Berrios has been struggling so much this season and Russell Martin's retirement.
Mike "Al's Brother" DiStefano and Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Al's Brother and Feschuk get into Jimmy Butler's decision to force a three-pointer with 20 seconds left against the Celtics. Then AB and Feschuk are joined by The Associated Press Hurricanes reporter Aaron Beard to preview Game 7 between the Canes and Rangers.
The Associated Press Hurricanes reporter Aaron Beard joins the show to discuss the show the atmosphere in Carolina ahead of game 7, what has allowed the Canes to be so good at home, how the Hurricanes can beat Shesterkin, the goaltedniing situation in Carolina and the confidence they have in their goalies, how coaching has affected the series so far and who couuld be the unsung hero to win game 7.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to North State Journal Hurricanes reporter Cory Lavalette about how big of an advantage home ice has been for the Canes and if Game 5 was a sign of things to come in their series against the Rangers. Then Tatti is joined by CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie to discuss the new CBA signed between the league and CFLPA.
CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie joins the show to discuss the new CBA ratio rule and why it was so important at the bargaining table, how the league is attempting to grow the fanbase, an underrated aspect of the new CBA, the relationship between the players and the owners and how much different he has found the role of commissioner in his time.
North State Journal Hurricanes reporter Cory Lavalette joins the show to talk about how the home-ice has given the Canes life in the playoffs, how the depth of the team has shown up in the playoffs, if game 5 was an indicator for what is to come, if this team could advance far in the playoffs, how far Freddie is from returning and his pick for tonight's game.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the "distinct kicking motion" call on Blake Coleman's disallowed goal in Game 5 of the Battle of Alberta. Then Tatti is joined by TSN Flames reporter Salim Valji to discuss what led to the Flames' downfall against the Oilers and where the team goes from here.
TSN's Flames reporter Salim Valji joins the show to discuss the high and lows of the Flames/Oilers series, how good this team was, the comparisons to the old Battle of Alberta teams, the Oilers ability to capitalize on chances, how big of a factor goaltending became, how the core of Calgary hasn't put everything together, how they can rebuild if Gaudreau leaves, what the offseason might bring for UFA and RFA's and the disallowed Coleman goal.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick. Then Wheeler is joined by TSN Edge’s Wesley Cheng to discuss whether he thinks the Warriors will beat the Mavs tonight and who he has advancing to the NBA Finals.
TSN Edge's betting guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss betting favorites for tonight's Warriors and Mavericks game, the Doncic and Harden comparison early in their careers, the Celtics and Heat possible outcome for the series and where the smart money is the rest of the conference finals.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into Soccer Canada cancelling their international friendly against Iran. Then Wheels is joined by MSG Network New York Rangers play-by-play voice Kenny Albert to discuss the team's series against the Hurricanes and who has the edge in Game 5.
MSG Ranger's Play-by-play voice Kenny Albert joins the show to talk about how the Hurricanes and Rangers series has taken shape, who has the edge right now, why home-ice advantage has played such a big factor, if either team has a chance in a battle against the Lightning and how beloved Henrik Lundqvist was in New York
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti makes some tough choices when he plays "This or That" with Producer Nick. Then Tatti is joined by TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor to discuss the latest news on the CBA negotiations between the CFL and CFLPA.
TSN's CFL Insider Dave Naylor joins the show to discuss what the hold up in CBA negotiations has been, why the players rejected the last proposal, if he blieves we will start the season on time, why the ratio rule is such a sticking point and where the disconnect is between the Owners and players, how "naturalized Canadians" could make a big impact and where he thinks this whole situation is going.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the intensity in Game 4 of the Battle of Alberta. Then he's joined by Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino to discuss Justin Thomas' win at the PGA Championship and what's coming up on the PGA Tour schedule.
Host of Golf Talk Canada Mark Zecchino joins the show to discuss the upcoming RBC Canadian Open, the conditions on the course, the renovations to St. Georges, who his favourite is for the Charles Schwab Invitational, how incredible the finish of the PGA Championship was and is the Mickelson conversation still strong or has the feeling's changed after the PGA Championship.
NHL.com Writer Tom Gulitti joins Game Play to re-cap the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 4-game sweep of the Florida Panthers. Gulitti shares his thoughts on where the Panthers go from here after seeing their Presidents Trophy season end in ugly fashion, how this edition of the Lightning stacks up against the versions from the last two years, how Andrei Vasilevskiy is able to consistently shut the door in series-deciding games, and more.
TSN NBA Analyst Jack Armstrong joins Game Play to discuss the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Armstrong shares his thoughts on how Andrew Wiggins has revitalized his career since arriving in Golden State, how the Warriors have earned their unmatched championship pedigree, why Jayson Tatum will have to find consistency to reach the next level, and more.
TSN NHL Analyst and former Maple Leaf Frank Corrado joins Game Play to discuss Mark Giordano re-signing with the Leafs and the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Corrado shares his thoughts on why Giordano decided to accept Toronto’s team-friendly offer, the growth in Nazem Kadri’s game since leaving Toronto, Connor McDavid’s brilliant post-season, if the Leafs will be able to afford Jack Campbell this summer, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to TSN NBA analyst Jack Armstrong about the Celtics’ dominant Game 4 win over Heat and whether Luka Doncic and the Mavs can stave off elimination in Golden State tonight. Then Tatti is joined by NHL.com regional writer Tom Gulitti to discuss the Lightning sweeping the Panthers and where Florida goes from here.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into how much the tide has turned for the Lightning in a mere 10 days since eliminating the Leafs. Then Tatti is joined by TSN 1050 hockey analyst Frankie Corrado to discuss Mark Giordano's two-year extension, Connor McDavid’s other-worldly performance in the Battle of Alberta and "Bottle-Gate" between Nazem Kadri and Jordan Binnington.
Oilers Reporter for the Athletic Daniel Nugent-Bowman joins Game Play to tee up Game 2 between Edmonton and Calgary. Nugent-Bowman shares his thoughts on the Oilers chances of knotting up the series with Calgary, Edmonton's lack of defensive responsibility in Game 1, the Oilers finding a way to take the weight off of Mike Smith's shoulders, and more
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to FTN Network's Chris Meaney about why everyone's looking to bet the over heading into Game 2 between the Oilers and Flames. Then Matt gets into what Golden State has to do to continue slowing down Luka Doncic. Matt is also joined by The Athletic Oilers reporter Daniel Nugent-Bowman to discuss how long of a leash Mike Smith will have for tonight's game.
Join Matt for another daily edition of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into why tanking is such a bad look for MLB and why he sympathizes with fans of tanking clubs.
Host of Mean Streets Chris Meaney joins Game Play to share his best bets for the night. Meaney shares his thoughts on Game 2 between the warriors Mavericks, the second round of the PGA Championships, and the battle of Alberta.
Host of the No Good Podcast Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to discuss all things NBA Conference Finals. Baraheni shares his thoughts on the Celtic's defense against the Heat, the Warriors playoff experience versus the Mavericks and how Golden State might slow down Luka Doncic.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the terrible problem of tanking in baseball and what makes it so bad. Then Matt is joined by TheScore's Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss his thoughts on the NBA Conference Finals matchups to this point and his best bets for the weekend.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Sports Illustrated golf writer Bob Harig about the first round at the PGA Championship, how Tiger fared at Southern Hills, and when we can expect to see Phil Mickelson back on the golf course. Then Matt plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how different of a year it's been for Phil Mickelson, who went from PGA Championship winner in 2021 to not playing to defend his title. Then Matt is joined by Al's Brother to do an extended "School of Degeneracy" and discuss the best bets from around sports.
Host of Leafs Lunch Michael "Al's Brother" DiStefano joins the show to look ahead to game two in the Battle of Alberta and where you should put the money on the over/under line, if Florida could turn this series around, where his money lies in the game as well (look at Huberdeau and Kucherov), how he sees the Colorado/St. Louis series will play out and why the Rangers/Hurricanes series is not an intriguing series.
In today's opening thought, Matt focuses on how one year can change a life, and Phil Mickelson is no exception. One year ago he won the PGA Championship, this year he is not even playing. He delves into why and what it could mean for not just him but the Tour as a whole.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz tries to decide between making massive changes to the Leafs or bringing everything back and more in "This or That". Then Matt talks to TSN Flames reporter Salim Valji about what we can expect from the highly-touted second round matchup between the Flames and Oilers in the Battle of Alberta.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into his favourite post-Leafs season traditions and what to expect in the coming weeks. Then Matt is joined by Host of the Extra Points Pod, Martin Weiss to discuss what he makes of the NBA's Conference Finals matchups.
Host of the Extra Points Pod Martin Weiss joins the show to discuss the Heat's big game 1 win, what caused the Celtics to lose game 1, what losing Marcus Smart means for the Celtics, what makes the Celtics a sexy pick right now, how Luka has become the Mavericks true leader, what the matchup with the Warriors is and his favourite bet of the day.
The Leafs Nation Maple Leafs Reporter David Alter joins Game Play to dissect the Leafs' end-of-season press conference and where they go from here. Alter shares his thoughts on if he thinks there are big changes in store for the Leafs this summer, whether they should remain committed to the core-four, why the under-the-hood numbers of Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jack Campbell are different than they appear on the surface, and more.
Senior Content Creator for NBC Sports Edge Corey Parson joins Game Play to tee up the NBA Conference Finals Series. Parson shares his thoughts on why he was so confident the Mavs would defeat the Suns, Luka Doncic's sublime performance during this post-season, how the number of games the Warriors have played in recent years could present issues in their series against Dallas, why bettors should hammer the unders in Boston's series vs Miami, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly installment of the Tuesday Top 5. Tune in to find out why Matt thinks there's value in taking the Heat over the Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, why Chris likes Connor McDavid's odds of winning the Conn Smythe Trophy, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by NBC Sports EDGE senior content creator, Scott Carson, to discuss the Conference Finals matchups in the NBA. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank the best bets for the NBA Conference Finals and Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five".
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by The Leafs Nation reporter David Alter to get his thoughts on what was said at the Leafs' end-of-season media availability by the players, Brendan Shanahan, Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe on locker clean out day. Then Matt gets into which second round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs has him most excited.
TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to discuss the latest updates surrounding the ongoing CFL strike. Naylor shares his thoughts on where the two sides are at and if they can find any common ground, whether there is any acrimony between the two sides, CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie's role in negotiations, whether any pre-season games will be canceled, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin about the Leafs' Game 7 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Then Matt is joined by TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor to break down the latest news from the CFL strike and what the CFLPA is looking to achieve.
Join Matthew Cauz for yet another installment of his Opening Thought. Today, Matt dives into the deepest depths of Leafs fans' sorrow after Toronto was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year. Matt shares his thoughts on why he understands the frustration from Leafs fans, why he can't bring himself to participate in the outrage act many fans are engaging in, and more.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins Game Play to revisit Toronto's devastating Game 7 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Masters shares his thoughts on why Tampa Bay was able to emerge victorious in a closely contested series, if this version of the Maple Leafs will ever get over the hump, how the Lightning's depth players outperformed performed Toronto's, where the Leafs go from here, and more.
TSN Hockey Analyst Dave Poulin joins Game Play to recap the Leafs' Game 7 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning and where they go from here. Poulin shares his thoughts on why the Leafs are unlikely to run it back as many are predicting, the perspective of this loss from Toronto's front office, whether the Leafs need to make any drastic changes this off-season, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz tries to separate all the emotions he felt after the Leafs' Game 7 loss and why his brain and heart are in two different places. Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss where the team goes from here after yet another first round playoff exit and what he's expecting from Dubas and Shanahan at tomorrow's locker cleanout day.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN host Jonathan Von Tobel about Doc Rivers' post-game comments and who's to blame for the Sixers' demise. Then Matt is joined by Host of The Night Cap on VSiN, Shaun King, to discuss the best matchups on the NFL schedule and how the league has gotten so good at staying relevant during the offseason.
Host of The Night Cap on VSIN Shaun King joins the show to discuss the best matchups on the NFL schedule including game 1 between the Bills and Rams, how far ahead the NFL is in staying relevant throughout the off season, how much attention players pay to the schedule release, his take on the Lightning/Maple Leafs series, how mentally tough getting over the hurdle is as an athlete and his play of the night.
Host of the Edge on VSIN Jonathan Von Tobel joins the show to talk about Doc Rivers' comments being ridiculous, if he believes Harden has taken any responsibility for the last 2 years, how good Giannis has been in the playoffs, where he would potentially put money in the Boston/Milwaukee series, who could potentially come in out the Mavericks/Suns series and why the Grizzlies might have the Warriors number.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into where Leafs fans go from here and how you recover after your team plays well but still loses. Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to make sense of the Leafs' Game 6 loss and what to expect from what's sure to be a crazy Game 7 on Saturday.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt goes into the post game 6 feelings for the Leafs. Where do Leafs fans go from here? How do you recover after your team plays well but still loses? How do you look ahead to game 7? Everything you need to prep your mind for game 7, Matt has you covered.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Star Maple Leafs reporter Kevin McGran about what the biggest key will be for the Leafs as they try to put the Lightning away in Game 6 tonight. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to discuss the disappointing results from the Celtics and Warriors last night and the evolution of Giannis Antetokounmpo.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how Alec Baldwin's speech in "Glengarry Glen Ross" compares to the Leafs' attempt to "close out" the Lightning tonight. Then Matt is joined by TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips to discuss how hard it is for a team to break out of a RISP slump.
TSN Edge's NBA Betting Guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the disappointing results from the Celtics and Warriors from last night, the impressive performance from the Bucks and Grizzlies, the evolution of Giannis in the NBA, how close every series has been in the second round and his favourite stats for this round of playoffs.
The Toronto Star Leafs Reporter Kevin McGran joins the show to discuss what the biggest key for the Leafs in game 6 will be, the high number of penalties so far this post season, the mismatches that have become apparent in this series, how to get over the hill of winning and what the confidence levels could mean for this team.
TSN MLB Analyst Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss how hard it is for a team to break out of a RISP slump, how players characters were evaluated when he was a farm director and assistant GM, and how the
In today's opening thought, Matt tries to recreate Alec Baldiwn's speech from Glengarry Glen Ross about closing. He compares the sales speech to what the Leafs are trying to do tonight and I close the deal. Don't forget folks, ABC. Always Be Closing.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly installment of This or That. This week's edition features Matt and Chris going back and forth on some of the spiciest topics in the world of sports including whether Tom Brady will be a better broadcaster than Tony Romo, which Blue Jays pitcher has the most appealing Cy Young odds, and more.
Panthers Reporter for FloridaHockeyNow.com George Richards joins Game Play to tee up Game 5 between Florida and the Washington Capitals. Richards shares his thoughts on the pressure facing the Panthers to advance past the first round, why the Capitals' physical style has caused problems for Florida, Sergei Bobrovsky’s performance thus far in the series, and more.
Senior NHL and Maple Leafs Writer for Yahoo Sports Justin Cuthbert joins Game Play to recap the Maple Leafs' huge Game 5 win over Tampa Bay. Cuthbert shares his thoughts on the stark contrast between the first period and the rest of the contest, John Tavares finally getting on the board in the series, Jason Spezza's passionate speech during the 1st intermission, how the Leafs can secure a series-clinching win in Game 6, and more.
Join Game Play for another daily installment of Matt's Opening Thought. For today's edition, Matt explains why fans of the Maple Leafs should allow themselves to express their unbridled joy after Toronto's Game 5 victory over Tampa Bay, and why there's absolutely nothing wrong with allowing yourself to get sucked back into believing in the Maple Leafs.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Florida Panthers reporter at Florida Hockey Now about the team's series against the Capitals and what to expect in Game 5 tonight. Then Matt makes some tough decisions with Producer Chris as he plays another edition of "This or That".
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why it's good to get emotionally invested in this Maple Leafs team after last night's Game 5 victory. Then Matt is joined by Yahoo! Sports senior NHL writer Justin Cuthbert to discuss how the Leafs carry over their momentum from Game 5 to try and finish off Tampa Bay in Game 6 on Thursday.
Join Matthew Cauz for another edition of his Opening Thought. With the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery scheduled for tonight, Matt takes the time to reflect on why Leafs fans should be happy they aren't tracking ping pong balls and just how far they've come since winning the draft lottery back in 2016.
TSN Hockey Analyst Cheryl Pounder joins Game Play to chat about the pressure facing the Leafs ahead of Game 5 against the Lightning. Pounder shares her thoughts on why it's important for the Leafs to block out external pressure and focus on internal pressure, why it is a privilege to be in a situation involving pressure, the keys to success for Toronto's blue-line in Game 5, and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up the most interesting betting angles ahead of Game 5 between the Leafs and Lightning. Inglis shares his thoughts on why he is expecting a bounceback performance from the Leafs, why he is looking at a handful of Morgan Rielly props, how he expects the game to play out and more.
Join Matthew Cauz and Producer Chris for another weekly installment of the Tuesday Top 5. Find out why Matt is locked in Joel Embiid's rebound props tonight and why Chris is expecting a big night for Auston Matthews.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN hockey analyst Cheryl Pounder about how Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner can quiet the outside noise and handle the pressure heading into tonight's Game 5. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank the "Top Bets in Sports Tonight" in this week's edition of the "Tuesday Top-Five".
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the fine line between negativity and positivity, optimism, and everything in between that has come out of the Leafs' series against the Lightning so far. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to discuss how he'd approach betting on Game 5 tonight and who he likes to win the series.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior industry analyst Jason Logan about the impact of Joel Embiid's return in the midst of so many injuries. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Julian McKenzie to discuss Barry Trotz being fired by the New York Islanders.
Julian McKenzie, Hockey contributor on the Athletic & Co-Host of The CJ Show, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to get another perspective on the Leafs-Lightning series, wanting to see new teams like the Rangers make the jump into the second round of the playoffs, and Barry Trotz being fired by the Islanders today!
Covers.com senior betting analyst Jason Logan joins Game Play to break down the impact of Embiid's return in the midst of so many injuries, on the must-win feeling for the Celtics tonight against the Bucks, & a proper look at why the Warriors are such heavy favourites against the Grizzlies for the series.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps an exhilarating weekend of sports in the NHL and NBA playoffs. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph to discuss the Leafs' disastrous Game 4 performance against the Lightning and what to expect now that the series has become a best-of-three.
TSN1050 Maple Leafs Colour Analyst joins Cauz on Game Play to breakdown the disastrous game 4 performance from the Leafs, the games being decided handily in the last few games, and what to expect now that it's become a best-of-three series.
Matt Cauz's Opening Thought after an exhilarating weekend of sports following NHL & NBA playoffs, some feel good stories, the Kentucky Derby, and much more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 hockey analyst Frank Corrado about Game 3 tonight between the Leafs and Lightning. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Blue Jays writer Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss why the team has struggled so much when hitting with runners in scoring position as of late.
The Athletic's Blue Jays reporter Kaitlyn McGrath joins the show to discuss the rising cases of umpires being the storyline, the Gausman vs Beiber matchup tonight, how exciting a pitcher's duel can be and when we might see Hernandez.
Former Maple Leaf Defenceman and current TSN hockey analyst Frank Corrado joins the show to discuss what it will take for the Leafs to take the next step, the reunion of Tavares and Nylander, dumbest pregame meal he ever had, if the game tonight will still be filled with penalties, how thin the line is between being heavy and taking penalties
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what the playoffs have given us so far and why he misses Joel Embiid. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss how to bet on the Jays-Guardians game and avoiding the trap game tonight in Game 3 between the Sixers and Heat.
Covers.com Senior betting analyst Andrew Caley joins the show to talk where to bet on the Jays/Guardians game, how to avoid the trap game that is the 76ers vs. the Heat, where the smart money is going in tonights Mavericks/Suns game and who you should be hedging as well.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks at what the playoffs have given us so far as well as the game of the day being the Blue Jays against the Guardians. He talks about how he misses Embiid and what the mess is the Harden. He also talks about how no one likes to predict a sweep, but we all look back and know it should have been.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng to discuss the disparity in the NBA playoff series betting lines and how the Dillon Brooks suspension will affect the lines moving forward.
TSN Edge's NBA betting guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the disparity in the playoff series betting lines, how Boston has dominated the superstars through two series, the Dillon Brooks suspension and how it will affect the lines moving forward and his player props.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the rising anger in sports, with multiple players in the MLB and NBA playoffs getting into it with officials and umpires leading to ejections. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss the difference in special teams between Game 1 and 2 in the Leafs-Lightning series and the positives Leafs fans can take from the first two games.
The Toronto Star's Leafs reporter Dave Feschuk joins the show to discuss the lack of NBA games tonight, the difference in special team in game 1 and 2 in the Leafs/Lightning series, how the Lightning stars showed up, the positives to take from the first two games, if the push at the end is a big deal and the Ujiri summer coming up.
In today's Opening thought Matt decided to avoid his anger with the Leafs loss and breaks down the rising anger in sports, focusing on the MLB and NBA playoffs. With multiple players and umpires thrown out, Matt talks about the craziness that led to all of the ejections. He also talks about how Draymond Green's reaction fits into everything.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz tries to choose between topics such as Auston Mattews scoring seven-plus goals against the Lightning or the first goal in more than one game in "This or That". Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss William Nylander's Game 1 illness, Michael Bunting's return to the lineup and expectations for Game 2 tonight.
TSN's Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins the show to talk about Nylander's game 1 illness, carryovers into game 2, the Lightning redemption, what would happen if the Leafs go up 2-0, the Leafs lineup with Bunting returning and expectations for the crowd for game 2.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is all in on Star Wars Day and tries to provide some connection to the force with all his takes! Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss how good Alek Manoah has been all year and the recent trend of the Jays' bats going cold.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins the show to discuss the heartwarming moment between a Jays and Yankees fan, how good Manoah has been all year, recent trend of the Jays bats, a medical update on the injured Blue Jays, players arguing balls and strikes and how good the Yankees actually are
In this edition of the Opening Thought, Matt is all in on Star Wars day. All his takes have some connection to the force, whether it be physical or Matt just trying to make a connection.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Dave Dameshek about the end of an era for the Penguins and the Steelers drafting Kenny Pickett. Then Matt and Producer Chris rank the "Sports-related Things We Want to See the New Premier of Ontario Do" in this week's "Tuesday Top-Five".
Another Tuesday can mean only one thing, and that is another edition of the Tuesday Top 5. This week, Matt and Producer Chris breakdown their lists of the top sports-related things we want to see implemented by Ontario's Premier after the June 2nd election. Find out how Matt suggests the Raptors should bring home Canada's best basketball players, and why Chris believes a new lakefront stadium could kill two birds with one stone, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why Leafs fans should allow themselves to bask in the joy Game 1 provided. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Joshua Kloke to recap last night's dominant performance by the Maple Leafs and take a look around the league at the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs action.
The Athletic Staff Writer Joshua Kloke joins Game Play to recap the Maple Leafs’ dominant Game 1 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Kloke shares his thoughts on why the Leafs were able to put forth such a complete effort against the defending champion Bolts, the referees from last night’s game calling a multitude of penalties, Mitch Marner breaking his 18-game playoff goal-scoring drought, what to expect in Game 2, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz as he brings you another installment of his Opening Thought. Matt takes the time today to recap the Leafs’ dominant Game 1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning and explain why fans should allow themselves to bask in the joy it provided.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic hockey analyst Dom Luszczyszyn about why his analytics model says the Leafs should be looked at as favourites against the Lightning and the Leafs opting to dress a heavier style fourth line. Then Matt is joined by NBC Sports EDGE Betting senior content creator Corey Parson to recap last night’s action in the second round of the NBA Playoffs and his expectations for the Raptors next season.
NBC Sports EDGE Betting Senior Content Creator Corey Parson joins Game Play to recap last night’s action from the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Parson starts off by sharing his thoughts on what to expect from the Toronto Raptors next season, how the absence of Joel Embiid will impact the 76ers as they kick off their series against the Miami Heat tonight, whether the Golden State Warriors will make quick work of the Memphis Grizzlies, why he believes Luca Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks have a real shot of upsetting the Phoenix Suns, and more.
The Athletic Hockey Analyst Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to discuss his best bets for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Luszczyszyn shares his thoughts on why his model says the Leafs should be looked at as favourites against the Lightning, why it is difficult to evaluate when teams can ‘flip the switch’ in the playoffs, William Nylander remaining on the third line and whether that will lead to a more balanced attack, the Leafs opting to dress a heavier style fourth line with Kyle Clifford in place of Jason Spezza, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he's taking the Tampa Bay Lightning to beat the Maple Leafs in the first round of the playoffs. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to discuss Ondrej Kase returning to the lineup for Game 1 against the Lightning after missing the last 20 games with a concussion and the Leafs opting to sit Jason Spezza.
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to tee up Game 1 between Toronto and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Koshan shares his thoughts on Ondrej Kase returning to the lineup after missing the last 20 games with a concussion, Toronto opting to go sit Jason Spezza for Game 1, whether Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews will be extra motivated to drag Toronto into the second round after five years of playoff disappointments, what to expect from Jack Campbell after he finished the season on a high note, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Michael DiStefano aka Al's Brother about the biggest winners and losers from last night's wild first round of the NFL Draft. Then Matt is joined by Leafs Nation reporter David Alter to discuss what to expect from the Leafs and Bruins with both teams resting several regulars tonight.
The Leafs Nation Reporter David Alter joins Game Play to tee up tonight's game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins. Alter shares his thoughts on what to expect from the Leafs and Bruins with both teams resting several regulars tonight, how Toronto matches up against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the event they face off in the playoffs, the impact Mark Giordano has provided since the Leafs acquired him at the trade deadline, Jack Campbell's recent run of success, and more.
Al's Brother aka Michael DiStefano joins Game Play to discuss all things NFL after a wild night at the 2022 Draft. DiStefano shares his thoughts on the biggest winners and losers from last night's draft festivities, AJ Brown and Marquise Brown being dealt in separate blockbuster trades, what fans should expect from tonight's game between the Maple Leafs and Bruins with both teams resting several regulars, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another edition of his Opening Thought as he tries to deflect some of the misery Raptors fans are feeling after their series loss to the 76ers. Matt dives into the Red Sox struggling against Jays starter Alek Manoah, why it was a lousy night if you were an NFL QB at last night's draft, why Tennessee Titans fans are likely feeling down in the dumps today, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into all the positives to take away from the Raptors' season, despite the way it ended. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Jevohn Shepherd to discuss the Raptors being eliminated by the 76ers last night and his thoughts on the team's season overall.
TSN 1050 Raptors Colour Commentator Jevohn Shepherd joins Game Play to assess the aftermath of Toronto's Game 6 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Shepherd shares his thoughts on why the Raptors fell short in their attempt to rally from down 3-0 in the series, what impressed him the most about Scottie Barnes' tremendous rookie campaign, what the offseason might hold for the Raptors and how they can improve, and more.
Game Play's Matthew Cauz joins AK and Carlo to discuss the abundance of wide receivers taken in the first round of the NFL Draft, the craziness of the NFL offseason, the Raptors' loss to the 76ers and much more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to discuss the Raptors' do-or-die game against the Philadelphia 76ers tonight and what has to go right for the Raptors to force the series to a Game 7.
TSN EDGE NBA betting guru Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to preview the Raptors' do-or-die game against the Philadelphia 76ers tonight. Cheng shares his thoughts on what has to go right for the Raptors to extend the series past tonight, how much Joel Embiid's injury is affecting his performance, why OG Anunoby's shooting volume could provide value for bettors, his best bets for tonight's game, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the NFL Draft is his favourite non-sports sports day of the year and why he is hopeful the Giants will draft Sauce Gardner. Then Matt is joined by Pro Football Focus analyst Eric Eager shares his thoughts on why this year's edition of the draft could more volatile than usual and how many quarterbacks will be taken in the first round.
Pro Football Focus Analyst Eric Eager joins Game Play to tee up all things NFL Draft ahead tonight's festivities. Eager shares his thoughts on why this year's edition of the draft could more volatile than usual, how many quarterbacks will be and should be taken in the first round, reports of the Jacksonville Jaguars targeting Travon Walker with the first overall selection, and more.
In today's Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz celebrates his favourite non-sports sports day of the year, the NFL Draft. Matt explains why he is hopeful the Giants will draft Sauce Gardner, where he thinks this year's top quarterbacks will land, and why it is totally fine to get worked up over players you may have never watched before.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz answers questions ranging from across MLB, NHL and the NBA from Producers Nick and Chris in "This or That". Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Rohit Ponnaiya joins Game Play to discuss whether he thinks the Raptors can make history and come all the way back from their 3-0 series deficit against the 76ers.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Rohit Ponnaiya joins Game Play to discuss whether he thinks the Raptors can rally from down 3-2 in their series against Philadelphia. Ponnaiya shares his thoughts on whether the Bucks will be able to close out the Bulls tonight, why he is leaning towards the Nuggets covering tonight against the Warriors, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph about Auston Matthews record-setting night and where it ranks in franchise history. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Lightning reporter Joe Smith to break down the strengths of the Tampa Bay Lightning and how the Leafs matchup against Tampa.
In today's This or That, Matt answers questions ranging from MLB, NHL and NBA from producers Nick and Chris.
Joe Smith from the Athletic joins the show to break down the strengths of the Tampa Bay Lightning, how the Leafs could break down the Lightning team, what makes this team very different and what the outside perception is of the Maple Leafs.
TSN and Leafs Nation Colour Commentator Jim Ralph joins the show to discuss Auston Matthews record setting night, what this means for Leafs history and how much Leafs fans should celebrate this moment.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt is all in on Auston Matthews 60 goal season. He focuses on the moment, what it means to Leafs Nation, what it means to Matthews and what it could mean to bettors who are trying to make money on the Hart conversation.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Fox Sports Radio and the Extra Points Podcast host, Martin Weiss, about the Celtics' sweep of the Nets and if Doc Rivers will make history by coaching the first team to blow a 3-0 series lead. Then Matt ranks the "Top Teams That Have Been Eliminated Earlier Than Expected" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
Martin Weiss from Fox Sports Radio & Extra Points Podcast joins Matt Cauz to discuss the incredible series between the Celtics-Nets, what the Raptors game 5 performance says about the series, and his picks for tonight's NBA slate.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the incredible night in the NBA last night, whether you are a Raptors fan or not. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor to discuss some player props as we close out the NHL regular season and if Connor McDavid has a sneak into winning the Hart Trophy.
Sam Hitchcock, contributor for TSN Edge, joins Matt Cauz to breakdown & preview some player props as we close out the NHL regular season, McDavid having a chance to backdoor the Hart Trophy, and a futures bet that Sam has been thinking on.
Matt's Opening thought focuses on the incredible night in the NBA last night, Raptors fan or not.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about the repercussions for bettors who risked plays on the Nets and some of the lines for Game 5 between the Raptors and 76ers. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss the Raptors having to play without Fred VanVleet and Scottie Barnes' return to the lineup.
TSN1050 Beat Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss the Raptors having to play without VanVleet, Scottie Barnes' return to the lineup & winning ROTY, and preview game 5 between the Raptors and 76ers.
Senior Betting Analyst for Covers.com, Andrew Caley, joins the show to discuss the repercussions for bettors who risked plays on the Nets, preview some of the lines for Raptors-76ers Game 5, and an early preview at prop bets you can make for the NFL Draft this Thursday.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the weekend that was for Raptors fans and what to expect in tonight's Game 5 in Philadelphia. Then Matt is joined by ESPN NHL reporter Kristen Shilton to discuss how the Leafs' roster looks heading into the playoffs, barring any further injuries.
Kristen Shilton, NHL Reporter & Writer for ESPN, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss how the Leafs roster looks barring injuries, Källgren getting a fair shake as the backup, and her favourite non-Leafs story this season.
Matt Cauz takes aim at the Raptors-76ers Game 5 in his opening thought and the weekend that was for Raptors fans.
Former NFL QB and current host at VSiN Shaun King joins the show to discuss the odds the Leafs will get through Tampa in the first round, how important restructuring contracts in the NFL is, why receivers are leaving for bigger contracts, his draft night, the current crops of QB's for the draft and why Sam Howeel is his favourite.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about how concerned he is about Pascal Siakam's level of play in Game 3 and if he expects Scottie Barnes to play in Game 4. Then Matt is joined by host of "The Night Cap" on VSiN, Shaun King, to discuss his picks for the upcoming NFL Draft.
TSN's Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to talk about potential silver linings for the Raptors this season, concern level for Siakam's game 3 performance, if Scottie Barnes will play game 4, and what game 4 might bring.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz goes around the NBA and compares whether he would have the Raptors to all 29 other teams moving forward. Then Matt is joined by NHL on ESPN play-by-play voice Leah Hextall to break down last night's confrontation between Wayne Simmonds and Pat Maroon between the benches.
NHL on ESPN play-by-play voice Leah Hextall joins the show to discuss her now viral interview with Wayne SImmonds, to look ahead to the potential first round matchup between the Leafs and Lightning, what the Leafs will need to sure up before the playoffs and the passing of Guy LaFleur.
In today's opening thought, Matt looks around the NBA and compares the Raptors to all 29 other teams to see who he would rather have moving forward. He looks at the non-playoff teams and eliminates them and see's which teams ahead of the Raptors he would take (it's not many).
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz answers life's most important questions from Producer Conrad, including Leafs' first round opponent projections and potential NFL Draft landing spots. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng to breaks down what's been going on in the Raptors series and other NBA bets to keep an eye on.
Wesley Cheng joins for his regular Thursday hit. He breaks down what's been going on in the Raptors series and if your Raptors depression can't handle it... Wes is chalked full of other NBA bets to help you score big in the betting world.
Producer Conrad asks life's most important questions and Cauz answers them. Raps depression? Leafs first round opponent projections? NFL Draft landing spots? German baked goods? All of that and more.
Lions, and tigers, and bears, and Dave Poulin's stories of the circus throwing off his team's schedule during his playing days. That, Auston Matthews and his health, the Hart Trophy race between Matthews, McDavid, and Gaudreau, and some big picture NHL topics.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how last night's Raptors' loss was as heartbreaking as breaking up with an ex-girlfriend. Then Matt is joined by TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin to discuss tonight's potential first round playoff preview between the Maple Leafs and Lightning.
Matt pours his heart out to the listeners and likens the Raptors heartbreaking loss to getting dumped by your ex.
Senior Betting Analyst for Covers.com Andrew Caley joins Matt Cauz to preview the Raptors game against the 76ers, player prop bets and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley about his best bets heading into Game 3 tonight between the Raptors and Sixers. Then Matt tries to decide between Marc Gasol or Kawhi Leonard to bolster this 2022 Raptors lineup, whether the Hawks or Nuggets are more likely to come back from their 2-0 deficits and more in "This or That".
TSN 1050 Jays reporter Scott Mitchell joins Matt Cauz to talk about the Jays loss to the Red Sox, Bo Bichette's slow start and the Jays' bullpen can sustain it's early season success.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into some betting lines you'd have to be high for not to cash in on tonight, in honour of today being 4/20. Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to recap the Jays' loss in their opening game against the Boston Red Sox.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt was inspired by 4/20 and presented some betting lines you'd have to be high for not to cash in on tonight.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Steph rank their most memorable athlete and fan interactions in this week's Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin to discuss the team's loss to the 76ers in Game 2 of their first round series and if they can climb out of this 2-0 hole as things shift to Toronto.
Raptors Play-by-Play Voice Matt Devlin joins Game Play to discuss the teams’ loss to the 76ers in Game 2 and if they can climb out of this 2-0 hole as their series shifts to Toronto. Devlin shares his thoughts on the foul-trouble issues that have plagued the Raptors throughout the series, how they can limit Joel Embiid moving forward in the rest of the series, the emergence of Tyrese Maxey and what makes him such a dangerous threat, how the injury to Scottie Barnes has put the Raptor in a difficult spot, and more.
Another week can only mean one thing, Game Play brings you another edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. In this week’s installment, Matt and Steph break down their lists of the Top-Five memorable athlete and fan interactions. Matt explains why he chose to include a scene from Happy Gilmore and one of baseball’s most infamous moments, while Steph shares a mix of heart-warming moments and one of the wildest interactions in NHL history.
Co-Host of First Up Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to discuss Raptors trailing 0-2 in their series against the 76ers and Auston Matthews missing tonight’s game when the Maple Leafs host the Flyers. Korolnek shares his thoughts on Kyrie Irving being fined $50K for flipping the bird to Celtics fans, how the relationship between fans and players is evolving with the increased interest in sports betting, why the Raptors are facing long odds of rallying in their series against the 76ers, why he likes Trae Young to bounce back tonight after a tough game 1 against the Miami Heat, how he expects the Leafs to fare tonight against the Flyers with Auston Matthews set to miss his second consecutive game, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz does his best to stay optimistic about the Raptors despite another ugly loss to the 76ers last night. Then Matt is joined by First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek to discuss why the line hasn't changed much for the Leafs-Flyers game tonight even without Auston Matthews in the lineup, followed by Toronto Rehab Institute doctor Ali Rendely to break down Scottie Barnes' ankle sprain and the realistic timeline for his recovery.
Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Doctor Ali Rendely joins GamePlay to discuss Scottie Barnes’ injury and the most likely timeline for his recovery. Rendely shares her thoughts on whether she expects to see Barnes in the rest of this series and beyond, why she is surprised the Raptors are listing the injury as just a moderate ankle sprain, what limitations Barnes could face if he does return to the court, and more.
In today's opening thought, Matt Cauz attempts to make listeners feel better about the Raptors despite another ugly loss to the 76ers.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski about teams being haunted by failures of playoffs' past. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge betting analyst Wesley Cheng to break down some betting lines following a brutal Game 1 for the Raptors in Philadelphia.
Wesley Cheng from TSN Edge joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to break down some betting lines following a brutal game 1 battle in Philadelphia, an incredible game between the Celtics-Nets, and a spicy TSN Edge same-game parlay to work into your bets for tonight.
Senior NHL Writer at ESPN Greg Wyshynski joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss teams being haunted by failures of playoff past, which conference has the better top contender, and why the NHL has seen a ridiculous amount of favourites winning down the stretch this season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the reality check Game 1 gave Raptors fans for the rest of the series. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Warren Ward to discuss what the team needs to do to regroup for Game 2 against the Sixers and if they still have a fighting chance with Gary Trent Jr. and Scottie Barnes out of the lineup.
Warren Ward, Raptors Broadcaster on TSN1050, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss how the Raptors bounce back after such a rough game 1, game plan & usages that Nurse could go to without Barnes & Trent Jr. in the lineup, and reflecting on the incredible Nets-Celtics game.
Matt Cauz opens Game Play on April 18th with his Opening Thought on the Raptors, and the reality check game 1 provided for the rest of the series.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em with Producer Nick. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng to discuss the best odds heading into the first round of the playoffs and what Ben Simmons' potential return means for betting.
TSN Edge's NBA Betting guru Wesley Cheng joins the show to discuss the best odds hearing into round 1, what the Simmons potential return means for betting purposes, how to perceive on the Celtics, where the West is heading and how Luka's potential absence will effect their line as well as how the Raps should skew your betting.
Matt takes on double duty as Producer Nick and Luca each give him some great options to start, sit and cut.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into who could lead the way for the Raptors when they face the 76ers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 colour commentator Warren Ward to discuss what the biggest factor could be for the Raptors to beat the 76ers and which James Harden might show up in the series.
TS NBA analyst Warren Ward joins the show to discuss what could be the biggest factor for the Raptors to beat the 76ers in the first round, give his take on Harden and which Harden we might see, how impressive Siakam has been this season, how culture can effect talent in the league and which series has him most interested outside of Toronto.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt looks ahead to the beginning of the NBA Playoffs and the Raptors head to head matchup with the 76ers. He focuses on the matchups and who could be the biggest leaders for the Raps.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt was joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss the team's struggles against lesser opponents this season and if he's concerned with Jack Campbell's current injury status. Then Matt Cauz decided between the biggest host faux pas from Leafs Lunch today, which Toronto duo would he keep and more in This or That.
TSN's Leafs Reporter Mark masters joins the show to discuss the Leafs maturity level, the struggles vs lesser opponents, their record against playoff teams vs non-playoff teams, Campbell's current status and the concern level, Liljegren's play and where Mark's money might go for Matthews goals.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how Toronto ownership has fared in comparison to some of the recent bad ownerships around sports. Then Matt is joined by VSiN's Jonathan Von Tobel to discuss the Raptors' first round matchup, how to bet on it and where he sees the best value heading into the first round.
Host on Vizin Jonathan Von Tobel joins the show to discuss the raptors opening round matchup and how to bet, what happened to Karl Anthony Towns in the play-in game, where he sees the best value heading into the opening rounds, and where the favourites actually lie.
In today's Opening Thought Matt gives koodos to ownership in Toronto (yes really). He compares how Toronto ownership has been to some of the recent bad ownership around sports.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank their favourite bets for the upcoming 2022 NBA Playoffs. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors host Nikki Reyes to break down the team’s season, look ahead to their first round matchup against the 76ers and her thoughts on the pressure facing the 76ers in the series.
TSN 1050 Raptors Hot Nikki Reyes joins Game Play to break down the team’s season and look ahead to their first-round matchup against the 76ers. Reyes shares her thoughts on the pressure facing the 76ers as they enter their series against the Raptors, why it will be crucial for the Raptors to win the minutes where Joel Embiid is on the bench for the 76ers, why the 5-day break for the Raptors could provide valuable recovery time for Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby, how Embiid’s durability could be tested if he’s forced to play extended minutes during the series, Steph Curry’s availability for Saturday’s game against the Nuggets as he deals with an ongoing ankle injury, and more.
Join Matt and Nick for another installment of the Tuesday Top-Five where they break down their favourite bets for the upcoming 2022 NBA Playoffs. Matt shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Raptors/76ers series is destined to be a lengthy battle and why he expects Gary Trent Jr to find success. Meanwhile, Nick explains why Devin Booker’s odds for Finals MVP are appealing and why he expects Kevin Durant to feast tonight against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into everything you need to know about the NBA Play-In Tournament and why he likes the Nets to cover against the spiraling Cavaliers. Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss Alek Manoah’s dominant start against the Yankees and Bo Bichette’s improvement on the defensive side of the ball.
TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell joins Game Play to discuss the Jays’ opening series win against the Rangers and Alek Manoah’s dominant start against the Yankees. Mitchell shares his thoughts on Alek Manoah’s easy-going demeanor off the field contrasting with his competitive mentality on the mound, the atmosphere at Rogers Centre during Toronto’s season-opening series against the Texas Rangers, Bo Bichette’s improvement on the defensive side of the ball boding well for his long-term future at shortstop, Yusei Kikuchi making his Jays debut against the Yankees tonight, and more.
Join Matthew Cauz for another edition of his Opening Thought as he tees up everything you need to know about the NBA Play-In round. Matt shares his thoughts on why he likes the Nets to cover against the spiraling Cavaliers, the reported beef between Kevin Durant and former teammate James Harden, why he’s rolling with the underdog Clippers over the T-Wolves, how it’s good for the NBA if Trae Young continues to gain more public spotlight, why he appreciates Gregg Popovich’s anti-tanking comments, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Sports Illustrated Blue Jays reporter Mitch Bannon about the Jays' opening weekend and Alek Manoah getting the start tonight against the Yankees. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior industry analyst Jason Logan to discuss the Raptors' first round series against the 76ers and who he likes in the NBA play-ins starting tonight.
Jason Logan, Senior Industry Analyst for Covers.com, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to preview the 76ers vs Raptors playoff series, the NBA play-ins starting tonight, and players announcing their regular season finale usages so you can read into bets at the end of the year!
Mitch Bannon, Toronto Blue Jays Reporter for Sports Illustrated, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss the Blue Jays festivities for opening weekend, Alek Manoah getting the start vs the Yankees, and the Jays competing with the best in baseball this season.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Scottie Scheffler taking a step into the spotlight, but whether you can ever really take the attention away from Tiger Woods. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star contributor Adam Stanley to discuss Masters Weekend, some younger players that could make noise in upcoming tournaments, and what to make of Woods' performance.
Adam Stanley, Toronto Star Contributor, joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss Masters Weekend, some younger players to make noise in upcoming tournaments, and (of course) what to make of Tiger Woods' performance for thinking about future majors this season.
Matt Cauz's opening thought for Monday April 11th, is about Scottie Scheffler taking a step into the spotlight and if taking attention away from Tiger Woods can happen.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by Golf Talk Canada host Mark Zecchino to discuss Tiger Woods' second round struggles and who is the favourite to win this year's Green Jacket. Then Tatti talks to Leafs Nation reporter David Alter about Auston Matthews' historic night and how Jack Campbell has looked since returning from injury.
Leafs Nation reporter David Alter joins the show to talk about the historic night for Auston Matthews, how Jack Campbell has looked since returning from injury, when the Leafs might get Ondrej Kase back into the lineup, what to expect against Montreal on Saturday and more.
Golf Talk Canada host Mark Zecchino joins the show to talk about Tiger's first two rounds, what is challenge in his swing, who he thinks could be the favourite moving forward, Connors first two rounds and why he plays well at Augusta.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into whether Auston Matthews is putting together the greatest individual season in Toronto sports history. Then Tatti is joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss what her expectations are for the Blue Jays with Opening Day tonight against the Texas Rangers.
Blue Jays Staff Writer for the Athletic Kaitlyn McGrath joins the show to discuss Blue Jays opening day, if the expectations are fitting for this team, how the starting rotation looks heading into the year, how good Manoah could be this year and what could derail
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by Golf Talk Canada producer and co-host, Adam Scully, to break down Tiger Woods' first round at The Masters and takes a look at the current leaderboard. Then Tatti talks to TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng about tonight's potential first round playoff preview between the Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers.
TSN's Producer an Co-Host of Golf Talk Canada... Adam Scully joins the show to talk the Augusta green and a tradition unlike any other... The Masters. We can't talk Masters without talking Tiger. Adam breaks down the leaderboard, favourites, where he sees the cut being set at, and a close look at Tiger Woods.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti shares his thoughts on Tiger Woods' opening round at the Masters so far and if there's anything that compares to Tiger's return to Augusta. Then Tatti is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss whether he thinks tonight's the night that Auston Matthews breaks the franchise single-season goals record against the Dallas Stars.
Mark Masters joins Jim Tatti to talk about the upcoming Leafs/Stars game later tonight, if Auston Matthews will break the Leafs single season goal record, the Leafs fourth line questions, and what's going on in net.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays This or That with Producer Nick and chooses between the Leafs' goaltending or Matthews' goal scoring and who he'd want to be the Raptors' playoff opposition. Then Matt is joined by PGA analyst and Host of PGA Tour Live on ESPN, Reid Fowler, to discuss the biggest potential story at the Masters outside of Tiger and his betting leans for the tournament.
PGA analyst and Host on PGA Tour Live on ESPN Reid Fowler joins the show to discuss the biggest potential story outside of Tiger, if Scheffler's driving accuracy is a big deal, what would be most concerning for Tiger, and gives his betting leans for the tournament.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how betting is not just about the numbers, but also the stories behind the bets. Then Matt is joined by Sports Betting Analyst for Sports Betting Review, Scott Cullen, to discuss the Jays' win total projections, the MVP conversation in the AL and if betting against the Leafs when they are up is always a good idea.
In this edition of This or That, Matt gives his opinion on The Leafs goaltending or Matthews Goalscoring, Raptors playoff opposition, Jays Award favourites and who is his favourite for AL Rookie of the Year?
Sports Betting Analyst for Sports Betting Review Scott Cullen joins the show to talk discuss the Jays win total being low, the MVP conversation in the AL, if betting against the Leafs when they are up is good, and why we have seen some underdogs winning a lot this season.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down how betting is not just about the numbers, but also the stories behind them. He goes into specific bets with the Leafs, Raptors and Lakers to prove his point.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler and Producer Nick rank their favourites at Augusta with the Masters set to begin this week in another edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Wheeler is joined by former IndyCar racer and current NBC auto racing analyst James Hinchcliffe to discuss his transition from driver to broadcaster and the upcoming Formula E-Prix in Vancouver.
Garethe Wheeler filling in does the Tuesday Top 5 with the Top 5 Favourites at the Masters. Former IndyCar driver and Ambassador for Formula E James Hinchcliffe joins the show to discuss his transition to the broadcast booth and the Formula E event in Vancouver this July.
Former IndyCar Racer and Formula E ambassador James Hinchcliffe joins the show to discuss his transition from driver to broadcaster, the growth of motorsports, Formula E and the upcoming race in Vancouver, the difference between Formula E and other motorsports and how hard it is to keep track of all the sports as a broadcaster.
Join the guys for another edition of the Tuesday Top 5 as they discuss their favourites with the Masters set to begin this week. Find out why Gareth and Nick both expect Cam Smith and Viktor Hovland to find spots near the top of the leaderboard, why Gareth likes Matt Fitzpatrick despite his long-shot odds, why Nick thinks Rory McIlroy is in a good head space entering the tournament, and more.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into what to make of ESPN's placement of the Toronto Blue Jays in their pre-season MLB Power Rankings. Then Wheeler is joined by The Athletic's James Mirtle to discuss the Leafs' win against the Lightning last night and preview Toronto's important divisional matchup against the Panthers tonight.
The Athletic Senior Managing Editor James Mirtle joins Game Play to discuss the Leafs’ win against the Lightning and tee up tonight’s game against the Panthers. Mirtle shares his thoughts on all things Auston Matthews, including him tying Rick Vaive’s single-season goals record, if Matthews is having the greatest season in Leafs history, whether Matthews will be able to carry over this success into the playoff, the differences between the NBA and NHL regarding load management, how Toronto might be able to utilize load management down the stretch, and more.
Geoff Zochodne, Covers.com Sports Betting Reporter, chats with Jim Tatti on Game Play about the legal online operators space in Ontario, what that rapid growth can mean in the province, and the significance that can have in markets for sponsorships & advertising.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to TSN 1050 Raptors Analyst Sherman Hamliton about the weekend festivities surrounding Kyle Lowry's return and who he wants to see the Raptors face in the first round of the playoffs. Then Tatti is joined by Covers.com betting reporter Geoff Zochodne to discuss single-game sports betting becoming legal in Ontario.
TSN1050's Analyst Sherman Hamilton joins Jim Tatti on Game Play to discuss the weekend festivities with Kyle Lowry's return, his expectations of the Raptors wrapping up the season, and who he wants to see the Raptors face in the first round of the playoffs.
Toronto Star Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Jim Tatti on Game Play to discuss the Maple Leafs' stretch in Florida starting tonight against the Lightning, the significance to have special teams performing this well, and even a little reminiscing of Masters' coverage in prior years.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti recaps the Raptors' narrowly losing to the Heat last night in Kyle Lowry's return to Toronto. Then Tatti is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss the Maple Leafs' important back-to-back against the Lightning and Panthers to determine how the Atlantic Division standings will shake out heading into the playoffs.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic's Joshua Kloke about how Canada stacks up in Group F with Belgium, Morocco and Croatia heading into the World Cup. Then Matt is joined by TSN's Kate Beirness to discuss her interview with Kyle Lowry ahead of his return to Toronto on Sunday.
TSN Raptors host Kate Beirness joins Matt Cauz to talk about Kyle Lowry's return to Toronto, why playing in Toronto changed his career, and how fortunate the Raptors fanbase was to have him here.
The Athletic's Joshua Kloke joins Matt Cauz to talk about Canada facing Belgium, Morocco and Croatia in Group F in the opening group stage of the World Cup, John Herdman's impact and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what makes sports fans 'fools' in honour of today being April Fools' Day. Then Matt is joined by Maple Leafs legend Rick Vaive to discuss Auston Matthews reaching the 50-goal plateau as he approaches his franchise record for goals scored in a season.
Former Leafs Captain and three-time 50-goal scorer with the Leafs, Rick Vaive, joins Matt Cauz to talk about Auston Matthews hitting the 50-goal milestone, the development of his game and how he feels about Matthews closing in on Vaive's franchise goal record.
Matt's opening thought today focuses on April Fools' Day and what makes fans sports 'fools'.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer JP. Then Matt is joined by OverDrive's Jamie McLennan to discuss the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation and if there's cause for concern with Petr Mrazek likely being done for the season.
TSN1050's OverDrive Co-Host Jamie McLennan joins Matt Cauz to discuss Maple Leafs' concerns about goaltender right now with the injuries racking up, what to expect throughout the process for players like Erik Källgren, Jack Campbell's return getting closer, and movies they saw as children that they weren't supposed to with a special guest chiming in as well!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the greatest gift Bruce Arians gave Todd Bowles. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Rohit Ponnaiya to discuss the Final Four matchups in March Madness and the best bets tonight in the NBA.
Rohit Ponnaiya, Sports Betting Analyst from Covers.com, joins Matt Cauz to discuss his concerns & risk management when it comes to betting late in the NBA season, NBA award values to find, and is Coach K still the driving force for bettors on Duke.
In today's opening thought, Matt Cauz examines the greatest gift Bruce Arians gave Todd Bowles.
In the second hour of Game Play, Al's Brother and Dave Feschuk play "This or That". Then DiStefano and Feschuk are joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss the team's push for a top-six spot in the East and Pascal Siakam's return to form as he make a case for an All-NBA nomination.
Josh Lewenberg, TSN1050 Raptors Beat Reporter, joins DiStefano & Feschuk to discuss the Raptors playoff push down the stretch in the East, Pascal Siakam's push for the All-NBA nomination, and the NBA MVP frontrunners.
Mike "Al's Brother" DiStefano and Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, DiStefano and Feschuk get into the Leafs' statement win against the Bruins last night. Then they are joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss why the bullpen is the one area that may be a question mark for the Jays entering the season.
Andrew Caley, Senior Betting Analyst for Covers.com, joins Mike DiStefano (AKA Al's Brother) & Dave Feschuk (of the Toronto Star) to discuss the Blue Jays as possible betting values in the East, Vladdy Jr.'s MVP odds, & Tiger Woods value entering Masters Weekend.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti and Producer Nick rank the "Top 5 Canadian Sports Moments" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five. Then Tatti is joined by Toronto Sun hockey reporter Lance Hornby to discuss what to expect from the Leafs' upcoming game against the Bruins tonight.
Toronto Sun Hockey Reporter Lance Hornby joins Game Play to tee up the Leafs' upcoming game against the Bruins tonight. Hornby shares his thoughts on what to expect from tonight’s game, how the Bruins’ identity has remained the same over the years, Kyle Dubas wanting to develop Toronto’s team toughness in an organic way, how Ilya Lyubushkin and Mark Giordano are acclimating to their new team, Auston Matthews having a chance to score his 50th goal of the season tonight, William Nylander’s struggles and what he needs to do to get back on track, and more.
Join Game Play for another edition of the Tuesday Top-5 as Jim Tatti and Nick McVicar break down their Top 5 Canadian Sports Moments. Jim explains why both gold medal victories from the Men’s and Women’s Olympic hockey teams in 2010 should be a point of pride for Canadians, while Nick expands on how the country was brought together during the Raptors' 2019 championship season. The guys wrap things up by unanimously agreeing on which iconic moment deserves to be considered the greatest in Canadian sports history.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti gets into the Raptors stepping up against the Celtics to come back and beat Boston last night. Then Tatti is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour analyst Warren Ward to delve deeper into Toronto’s huge win and how Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam were able to step up defensively.
TSN 1050 Raptors Colour Analyst Warren Ward joins Game Play to discuss Toronto’s huge win over the Boston Celtics last night. Ward shares his thoughts on how Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam were able to step up defensively, what the Raptors did to limit Marcus Smart in the second half, how the Raptors' length and flexibility on defence gives them a unique advantage that other NBA teams don’t have, Thad Young’s scrappy performance, why he believes the Raptors will be a tough out come playoff time, Fred VanVleet’s lingering knee issue, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss potential changes to the LTIR rules in the NHL and what the Leafs' mental state might be right now heading down the stretch. Then Tatti talks to TSN Soccer analyst Luke Wileman joins the show to talk about the feeling a day after Canada clinching and John Herdman's impact on Soccer Canada.
TSN Soccer analyst Luke Wileman joins the show to talk about the feeling a day after Canada clinching, the hurdles the team faced during qualifying, the pathways that young Canadian players are able to develop, John Herdman`s impact on Canada Soccer,
Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk joins the show to discuss potential changes to the LTIR rules, the problems with the current cap, how team are managing the unique schedule, what the Leafs mental state might be right now heading down the stretch, what is going wrong with the second line and how they need to change heading into the playoffs.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show Tatti gets into the wild weekend in Toronto sports. Then Tatti is joined by The Athletic Raptors reporter Eric Koreen to discuss how scary the Raptors are heading into the playoffs, what makes this team intriguing and how they will need to be versatile defensively against the best of the best.
The Athletic`s Raptors reporter Eric Koreen joins the show to discuss how scary the Raptors are heading into the playoffs, what makes this team intriguing, how they will need to be versatile defensively against the best of the best, who has stepped up the most for the team, and provides injury updates for tonights game.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic Blue Jays writer Kaitlyn McGrath the team's recent signings of key players to avoid arbitration and the Randal Grichuk trade for Raimel Tapia. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to discuss the rough night for #1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament and where the money is leaning for the rest of the tournament.
Senior Analyst from Covers.com Andrew Caley joins the show to discuss the rough day for #1 seeds in the NCAA tournament, where the money is leaning the ret of the tournament, how the Raptors have managed to compete against the top teams in the league and how confident we should be in the Blue Jays.
The Athletic's Blue Jays writer Kaitlyn McGrath joins the show to talk about the recent arbitration signings, how the Grichuk trade came to be and what it means for both sides, the rumours of a potential Ramirez signing, and why teams tend to keep payroll down
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he's bothered more by a player diving than a dirty hit or blatant act of violence. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Jevohn Shepherd to discuss the crazy bracket-busting results in the NCAA Tournament last night.
TSN Basketball analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins the show to discuss the upsets in the NCAA men's March Madness tournament, how the Raptors are able to keep building despite injuries, why Pascal Siakam has made the next step in his progression and what really happens behind the scenes on the NCAA broadcasts.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt poses the question which is more infuriating to sports fans; the Auston Matthews crosscheck on Dahlin or the soccer flop? He breaks down why he believes the flop is more upsetting to fans despite the hit being more violent.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz plays "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em" with Producer Nick. Then Matt is joined by Woodbine Entertainment Group CEO Jim Lawson to discuss the new development of a potential soccer-specific stadium on the Woodbine grounds and what it could mean for the sport.
CEO of Woodbine Entertainment Group Jim Lawson joins the show to talk about the new development of a potential soccer specific stadium on the Woodbine grounds, what it could mean for the sport, what could hold up the process and when the potential stadium and facility could become a reality.
TSn's soccer analyst Matthew Scianitti joins the show to talk about the potential clinching game for the Canadian National team tonight vs Costa Rica, how big the idea of Brotherhood is in the team, what fans can expect from the opponent Costa Rica and when we can expect to see Alphonso Davies in a Canadian jersey again.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how important this stretch run is for the Raptors as they face the Cavaliers in a pivotal game tonight. Then Matt is joined by TSN soccer reporter Matt Scianitti to discuss the potential World Cup-clinching game for Canada verus Costa Rica and what this means for the country.
In Matt's Opening Thought today, he delves into how important this stretch run is for the Raptors. From a development standpoint and just a confidence building aspect, this could be incredibly important for the remainder of the season and Matt goes deep into it.
TSN's Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins the show to talk about reversible belts, Mrazek's return to the crease, where they go moving forward, what Giordano's first game could look like, and Kyle Dubas' anger towards Kyle Davidson post draft.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz determines whether he'd rather have Tyreek Hill or Davante Adams and Vladdy Jr. and Tatis Jr. in this week's edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss the Leafs’ Next Gen game tonight against the Devils.
In this edition of This or That, Matt and Nick debate the merrits of Tyreek Hill and Davante Adams, who they would rather have between Vladdy Jr and Tatis Jr, which fantasy player they would prefer and which CHL/NHL celebrity coaching staff they would prefer
CEO of TeamSnap Peter Frintzilas joins the show to discuss the impact COVID has had on youth sports, the struggle it has become for parents to try tog et their kids back into sports, how the turn around has come about, where some organizations are at and the outlook on this upcoming year for sports.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why Tyreek Hill would want to leave Patrick Mahomes and the success in Kansas City for the Miami Dolphins. Then Matt is joined by TeamSnap CEO Peter Frintzilas to discuss how youth sports has been affected the last two year due to COVID-19 and how important it is to invest in youth sports.
In today\s opening thought Matt breaks down the Tyreek Hill trade from all angles. He questions why Hill would want to leave Mahomes and the success in KC for the sunny Miami shores to play with Tua. He also ponders what this moves means for the Chiefs in their division that is strong.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Nick rank the "Top 5 Trade Deadline Acquisitions from the 2022 NHL Trade Deadline" in this week's edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by TSN basketball analyst Jack Armstrong to discuss who has been the biggest surprise in the NCAA tournament and the Raptors' loss to the Bulls last night.
TSN's Raptor's colour commentator Jack Armstrong joins Matt to talk about who has been the biggest surprise in the NCAA tournament, give an honest analysis onthe Zaga Bulldogs so far, What happened with the Raps against the Bulls and what they need to do down the stretch and wraps it up with why Van Vlkeet may be struggling since the All Star break
Join Matt and Nick as they give their take on the Top 5 Trade Deadline acquisitions from the 2022 NHL trade deadline. Matt self-proclaimed cheat lands at his top spot but explains why. Nick gives a witty response for his five and explains why Fleury and Giordano's experience may be more important than anything else.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how valuable trade deadline deals actually are and why the odds of playoff success don't really change that drastically. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star Maple Leafs reporter Kevin McGran to discuss the hectic NHL trade deadline and what to expect from Mark Giordano and Colin Blackwell.
The Toronto Star Leafs Reporter Kevin McGran joins the show to discuss the hectic day that was the NHL trade deadline, what to expect with Giordano and Blackwell, Dubas' comments regarding reaching out on Fleury and how trades at the deadline may not be the best option for teams.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt gives his opinion on how valuable trade deadline deals can actually be, quoting a stat that doesn't bode well for team's making last second deals. Cauz shares his ideas on why teams odds didn't change drastically and why it might be.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs analyst Frank Corrado to give his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' lack of activity on trade deadline day. Then we take Kyle Dubas' media availability as the Maple Leafs GM shares his thoughts on the state of the team coming out of the deadline.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun sports columnist Steve Simmons about the Leafs' trade deadline acquisitions and Mark Giordano's fit on the blue line. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph to discuss prior teams that went all in at the deadline and whether it pays off or not.
TSN1050 Leafs Colour Analyst Jim Ralph joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss prior teams that went all in at the deadline and how that pays off, the impact poor defensive play had on goaltending this season, and Dermott's losing his role on the Leafs.
Toronto Sun Columnist Steve Simmons joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to break down the Leafs' trade deadline acquisitions, Giordano's fit on the blue line, and the where the Leafs fit vs the Atlantic Division & Eastern Conference.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to former NFL running back LeGarrette Blount about his new project, LG’s Feel Good, and his NFL career. Then Matt is joined by Raptors.com reporter Vivek Jacob to preview tonight's matchup between the Raptors and Lakers.
Raptors.com Reporter Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to discuss the team’s great road trip and tonight’s match-up against the Lakers. Jacob also shares his thoughts on the ongoing feud between Patrick Beverley and Russell Westbrook, LeBron James wearing his frustration on his sleeve and if he is motivated by the narrative that he isn’t regarded as an all-time great scorer, if his perception of the Raptors has changed since their most recent loss to the Cavaliers, Precious Achiuwa emerging as legitimate bench option while offering a tantalizing defensive upside, and more.
Former NFL Running Back and Three-time Super Bowl Champion LeGarrette Blount joins Game Play to discuss his new project, LG’s Feel Good, and his NFL career. Blount shares his thoughts on his newest venture in CBD based medicine that aims to provide athletes with healthy alternatives to pain and stress relief, his experience managing pain levels and attrition throughout his NFL career, how the public perception of marijuana-based products has changed over the last few years, Tom Brady unretiring and returning to the Bucs, Davante Adams being traded to the Las Vegas Raiders, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Packers traded Davante Adams and how they replace his production. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Sam Hitchcock discusses why Erik Kallgren has been able to find success and who some of the most interesting players to watch ahead of Monday’s NHL trade deadline are.
TSN Edge Contributor Sam Hitchcock join Game Play to discuss how Erik Kallgren has stepped in and stopped the bleeding for the Maple Leafs. Hitchcock shares his thoughts on why Kallgren has been able to find success, who are some of the most interesting players to watch ahead of Monday’s NHL trade deadline, what a successful deadline could look like for the Maple Leafs, if Leafs fans should be disappointed if Auston Matthew has a similar career to Claude Giroux when all is said and done, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz examines the fallout from Davante Adams being traded to the Las Vegas Raiders last night. Cause shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Packers’ Super Bowl odds should take a major hit after trading Adams, why Adams can’t be replaced through either free agency or the draft, why the Packers will likely now shift to a run-heavy offence, what the acquisition of Adams means for the Raiders in a suddenly stacked AFC West, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti talks to Toronto Maple Leafs Reporter for Leafs Nation, David Alter, about the "return" of Freddie Andersen and the emergence of the Leafs' third line. Then Tatti is joined by OverDrive co-host Jamie McLennan to discuss the changing mentality among goalies in the NHL and his thoughts on Erik Kallgren's play so far.
Co-host of Overdrive Jamie "Noodles" McLennan joins the show to talk about the changing mentality amongst goalies in the NHL, why the change in mentality, how players have adjusted to the change, gives his take on the Leafs situation and an honest insight on Kallgren so far.
Toronto Maple Leafs Reporter for the Leafs Nation Network David Alter joins the show to give an update from practice, discuss the "return" of Freddie, the goaltending conundrum, the Third Lines emergence, where the goalie situation is going and ideally how the deadline goes.
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Tatti plays some "Yes Guy, No Guy" with Producer Nick. Then Tatti is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson to discuss the latest offseason moves around the league and where the Jays stack up among the American League's best entering Opening Day.
MLB.com reporter Keegan Matheson joins the show to discuss the Jays World Series odds, the depth of the team, the realistic expectations of Gausman and Kikuchi, how good this team can be, how good Vladdy has looked in Spring Training and how the Blue Jays were able to build this team.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler gets into the polarizing figure Alex Ovechkin has become as he passes Jaromir Jagr for third on the all-time goals list. Then Wheeler is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors play-by-play voice Paul Jones to get his thoughts on where he ranks the Raptors in the Eastern Conference as the close out a very successful road trip tonight against the Clippers.
TSN's Raptors play-by-play voice Paul Jones joins the show to discuss the potentially thin lineup for tonight's game, who is pushing this team forward, how the culture of this team has helped them during the rebuild, and how teams that play together can surprise.
Toronto Sun NFL columnist John Kryk joins the show to break down the Chandler jones signing, discuss the Baker Mayfield situation, give his opinion on where Garapolo might end up and how the league may be leaning towards the AFC when it comes to QBs.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to break down what newly acquired Matt Chapman brings to the team. Then Wheeler talks to Toronto Sun NFL columnist John Kryk about the latest transactions from around the NFL offseason.
TSN Baseball Insider Scott Mitchell joins the show to discuss the Jays acquisition of Matt Chapman, how he will slot into the lineup and what his outlook is with the club.
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler talks to Sports Illustrated Raptors reporter Aaron Rose about how the team has been able to not only survive, but thrive, during the toughest road stretch of the season. Then Wheeler is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to discuss the changes to the Leafs' lineup for tonight's game against the Stars with Auston Matthews serving his suspension and Erik Kallgren starting in net.
Sports Illustrated Raptors Reporter Aaron Rose joins Game Play to discuss the Raptors' big win over the Lakers on Monday. Rose shares his thoughts on why Raptors head coach Nick Nurse’s tactical mastery is so important to the team, how the Raptors have managed to not only survive but thrive during one of the toughest parts of their schedule, why the Raptors tend to play up and down to their competition, whether a Raptors player should’ve responded after LeBron James chucked a ball at Scottie Barnes last night and more.
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Wheeler gets into the latest moves from NFL free agency, including Randy Gregory joining the Denver Broncos. Then Wheeler is joined by VSiN editor Matt Youmans to discuss what to expect tonight when the First Four kicks off and why the Kansas Jayhawks are positioned well for a deep run in March Madness.
VSiN Editor Matt Youmans joins Game Play to tee up all things March Madness. Youmans shares his thoughts on what to expect tonight when the First Four kicks off, where he sees the value in the main bracket, why the Kansas Jayhawks are positioned well for a deep run, why he thinks Vermont, Montana State, and South Dakota State have value and upset potential, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Jim Tatti is joined by Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons to go over the two-game suspension for Auston Matthews. Then Jim Tatti talks to Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk about Tom Brady's return from retirement, followed by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about the Raptors' amazing weekend on the road and tonight's matchup against the Lakers.
TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Jim to talk about the Raptors amazing weekend on the road. How the team is coming together and
Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk on Tom Brady's Return from retirement, The Toronto Raptors incredible weekend and there game tonight against the Lakers!
Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons joins the show to go over the Matthews suspension, the Leafs problems in goal, trade deadline moves. Then
Jim Tatti filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of today's show, Jim Tatti talks to TSN baseball analyst Steve Phillips about the Blue Jays signing Yusei Kikuchi and the Yankees acquiring Josh Donaldson. Then Tatti is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs analyst Frank Corrado to discuss Auston Matthews being suspending for two games.
Former Maple Leaf and emergency Leafs Lunch host Frank Corrado joins Jim to talk about the Leafs play at the heritage classic, how he feels about the Auston Matthews suspension, and much more!
TSN baseball insider Steve Phillips joins the show to talk about the Blue jays addition to there pitching staff, the Yankees trade and much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic national NHL writer Dom Luszczyszyn about how to effectively bet on heavy favorites in the NHL, the Leafs' defensive problems and the Hart Trophy race. Then Matt is joined by BarDown contributor Jordan Cicchelli to discuss the return of baseball.
TSN and Bardown Jordan Cicchelli joins Matt to talk about the return of baseball! And what it means for the game herself. Her social media presence, Soft serve or hard serve ice cream in the helmet and much more!
The Athletic Hockey analyst joins Matt to talk about betting heavy favorites in the NHL, The Leafs defensive problems, the Hart trophy race and so much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why he's glad baseball's back. Then Matt is joined by TSN Blue Jays reporter Scott Mitchell to discuss the end of the MLB lockout, the Jays' free agent plans and what to expect from Spring Training.
TSN Blue jays reporter Scott Mitchell joins the show to talk the end of the MLB lockout, Blue jays free agent plans. and what he expects to see this spring!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz answers Producer Conrad's pressing questions in "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em". Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng to discuss the Raptors' win over San Antonio, MVP betting and Ben Simmons return to Philadelphia tonight.
Wesley Cheng joins the show to talk the Raps win over San Antonio, MVP betting, Ben Simmons return to Philly and big picture NBA topics.
Producer Conrad asks life's greatest questions and Cauz answers them.
Where will the Raps finish? Best QB decision of the week? Marvin Gaye? James Brown? Teddy Pendergrass???
All of that and more fun with Start Em, Sit Em, Cut Em
Aaron Schatz dives into all of the big news from the NFL this week including Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Carson Wentz, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how the PGA dropped the ball in giving Tiger Woods' World Golf Hall of Fame induction the attention it deserved. Then Matt is joined by Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz to discuss who won the Russell Wilson trade between the Seahawks and Broncos.
Matt's Opening Thought is focused on a missed opportunity to get Tiger Wood's Hall of Fame induction ceremony into the spotlight. Matt dives into why it should have been in a prime-time viewing spot and all of Woods' accomplishments.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com senior industry analyst Jason Logan about the betting impact of Russell Wilson landing with the Denver Broncos. Then Matt attempts to choose between Jack Campbell or Frederik Andersen, Auston Matthews or the field in the Hart Trophy race and more in this week's edition of "This or That".
Jason Logan, Senior Industry Analyst on Covers.com, joins Game Play to discuss the moving lines of games like the Heat vs the Suns, why he likes the Raptors' under tonight even with Fred VanVleet back in the lineup, and the betting impact of Russell Wilson landing with the Denver Broncos
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into who were the winners and losers in the Russell Wilson-Denver Broncos blockbuster trade. Then Matt is joined by Broncos reporter for the Denver Gazette and Colorado Gazette, George Stoia III to delve deeper into the team's acquisition of Wilson and how it changes the entire landscape of the NFL.
George Stoia of the Denver Gazette & Colorado Gazette joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss the major trade of the last 24 hours that sent Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos, the impact it has within the AFC West & AFC as a whole.
In today's Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz examines the NFL's biggest moves over the last 48 hours and gives out a Winners or Losers, from cities to broadcasters & even Robbie Ray!
ESPN Sideline Reporter and VSIN Host Stormy Buonantony joins Game Play to celebrate International Women’s Day and break down today’s wild flurry of NFL news. Buonantony shares her thoughts on Aaron Rodgers re-upping with the Packers, Russell Wilson being traded to the Broncos, whether the Raiders should consider moving Derek Carr with the AFC West now suddenly looking stacked, Calvin Ridley’s season-long suspension, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Austin rank their greatest moments in Canadian women's sports history in this week's International Women's Day edition of the Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by ESPN sideline reporter and VSiN host, Stormy Buonantony, to discuss whether Russell Wilson being traded to Broncos or Aaron Rodgers staying in Green Bay was the bigger storyline in the NFL today.
Join Matt and Austin as they break down their top five moments in Canadian women’s sports history in honour of International Women’s Day. Matt explains why Elizabeth Manley’s silver medal in 1988 was so important for Canada and why Marie-Phillip Poulin’s heroics in 2014 are deserving of the top spot on his list. Meanwhile, Austin recounts his first memory of women's sports at the 2002 Salt Lake Olympics and the impact of Canada’s women’s soccer team winning gold in 2021, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Pro Football Focus' Eric Eager to break down Russell Wilson being traded to the Broncos and Aaron Rodgers returning to the Green Bay Packers. Then Matt talks to The Athletic Maple Leafs reporter Joshua Kloke about Auston Matthews' incredible season and why there is a legitimate argument for Matthews to be the front-runner for the Hart Trophy.
The Athletic Maple Leafs Reporter Joshua Kloke joins Game Play to discuss the incredible season of Maple Leafs’ forward Auston Matthews. Kloke shares his thoughts on why there is a legitimate argument that Matthews is the front-runner for the Hart and the best player in the world right now, whether or not he believes the Leafs can remedy their goaltending situation amidst continued struggles, whether Leafs' general manager Kyle Dubas has been too reckless in trading away future draft pick, why the Nick Foligno trade was arguably the worst trade of Dubas' tenure, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz examines the year-long suspension handed down to Calvin Ridley by the NFL. Matt discusses why a heavy punishment was necessary due to the league’s connections with sportsbooks, how Ridley could make a mistake of this magnitude, the history of betting suspension in the NFL, what this suspension could mean for Dolphins owner Stephen Ross who was accused of offering ex-head coach Brian Flores financial incentive to lose games, and more.
Head of Research and Development for Pro Football Focus Eric Eager joins Game Play to break down today’s flurry of seismic NFL news. Eager shares his thoughts on Russell Wilson being traded to the Broncos, Aaron Rodgers re-upping with the Packers and becoming the highest-paid player in NFL history, how these moves affect the futures market, what moves the Commanders and Vikings could make in the coming weeks, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Yahoo! Sportsbook betting analyst Ariel Epstein about searching for prop bets and her prop picks for Monday night's slate in the NBA. Then Matt is joined by Canadian Press national hockey writer Joshua Clipperton to discuss the Leafs' loss to the Canucks and the team's continued struggles in net.
Reporter for the Canadian Press Joshua Clipperton joins Matt to talk about the leafs loss to the caunucks, the teams struggles in net, and preview the game against the Blue Jackets tonight!
Yahoo sports sports betting analyst joins matt to talk about searching for prop bets, Jayson Tatums recent impressive run, Great value in future markets, And her prop picks for Monday night slate in the NBA.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the NFL's inability to ever truly be a safer game if players at the NFL Combine continue to get bigger, faster and stronger. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Eric Koreen to discuss whether Gary Trent Jr.'s contract is fair given his recent struggles and if he'll be able to turn things around.
The Athletic Raptors reporter joins Matt to talk about the Raptors weekend. Including Gary Trent's struggles, Raptors injury updates, and all things Scottie Barnes running the point.
Matt's opening thought today goes over the NFL combine and the unintended consequences from what peak performance means for the game.
Touchdown Wire Reporter Mark Schofield joins Game Play to discuss the value of the NFL Combine and what makes it such a strange event. Schofield shares his thoughts on whether Kenny Pickett’s ‘small hands’ are a real issue, this year’s deep WR class, reports that the Cowboys will likely release Amari Cooper, Saquon Barkley trade rumours, why Colts’ GM Chris Ballard might’ve accidentally tanked Carson Wentz trade value and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Complex Canada and Yahoo! Sports Canada Raptors reporter Oren Weisfeld about his newest article regarding Canadians in the NBA and why the Canadian Men’s Olympic team hasn’t qualified since 2000 despite a strong pool of NBA players to choose from. Then Matt is joined by Touchdown Wire reporter Mark Schofield fresh from the NFL Combine to catch everyone up on the latest news in the NFL offseason.
Complex Canada and Yahoo! Sports Canada Raptors Reporter Oren Weisfeld joins Game Play to discuss his newest article regarding Canadians in the NBA. Weisfeld shares his thoughts on why the Men’s Olympic Canadian team hasn’t qualified since 2000 despite possessing 24 active NBA players, the difference between Canada and other successful international teams such as Australia, Spain and France, why the growth of the game in Canada has taken off, on how much Canadians ‘ get up ‘ to face the Raptors, if Toronto could ever become a priority destination for Canadian NBAers and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into which figures in pro sports are actually deserving of being after Goran Dragic received such treatment in his return to Toronto earlier this week. Then Matt is joined by Extra Point Network podcast host and Fox Sports contributor Martin Weiss to discuss why ex-Raptors head coach Dwane Casey has found consistent success against his old team.
Extra Point Network Podcast and Fox Sports Contributor Martin Weiss joins Game Play to share his best bets for tonight’s NBA slate. Weiss discusses his thoughts on why ex-Raptors head coach Dwanye Casey has found consistent success against his old team, why the Raptors are a good bet to cover tonight against the Magic, Kevin Durant returning from injury, if the versatile Bam Adebayo is underrated, what’s next for LeBron James amidst a disastrous season in Los Angeles, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz examines which figures in pro-sports are deserving of a chorus of boos after seeing Goran Dragic booed by Raptors fans earlier this week. Matt shares his thoughts on Dwanye Casey’s success against the Raptors since being fired, the failures of LeBron James ‘the general manager’, the struggles of the Leafs’ goalies over the last 2 months, the unintended consequences of savvy analytic types like Jeff Luhnow and Theo Epstein taking over baseball teams in recent years, the popularity of the NFL Combine, and more.
In the second hour of today's special Princess Margaret Lottery edition of Game Play live from their grand prize show home in King City, Matt Cauz attempts to choose which NFL Combine metrics are the most and least important in this week's "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em". Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng to discuss the Raptors' struggles against former head coach Dwane Casey.
In the first hour of today's special Princess Margaret Lottery edition of Game Play live from their grand prize show home in King City, Matt Cauz tries to put last night's Leafs' loss against the Sabres into context. Then Matt is joined by VSiN hockey gambling analyst Andy MacNeil to talk about how to capitalize when betting on the Maple Leafs as heavy favourites.
TSN edge contributor joins the show to preview the Raptors contest tonight, struggles against Dwane Casey, Bad beat in the Miami game and much more!
VSIN hockey gambling analyst Andy MacNeil joins Matt to talk about betting on the Maple Leafs as heavy favorites, and your approach to laying a big price anyways. Then matt and Andy talk everything from the Thursday slate of games!
For Matt's opening thought today he goes over the Leaf's loss and tries to put it in context away from all the noise!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Grand Rapids Gold shooting guard Nik Stauskas about his career-high 57-point performance yesterday and what it feels like to be in the zone. Then Matt is joined by Sportsbook Review sports betting analyst Scott Cullen to discuss his philosophy on picking heavy favourites and the Hart Trophy race in the NHL.
Sport book review analyst Scott Cullen joins the show to preview everything NHL betting related for tonight! Leafs sabres and over all thoughts on the Hart trophy market as well
Grand Rapids Gold Shooting guard Nik Stauskas joins the show to talk about his career high 57 point performance yesterday. The journey to the NBA and the path of his career so far.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what could have been for the Buffalo Sabres as they face the Maple Leafs tonight. Then Matt is joined by Forbes senior contributor Maury Brown to discuss the latest MLB lockout news and where both sides can go from here to solve things.
Forbes senior contributor Maury Brown joins the show to go over everything you need to know about the MLB lockout and where both sides can go from there to solve this.
For Matt's opening thought today he goes over what could have been between the Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz and Producer Austin share their rankings for this week's Tuesday Top-Five. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis to go over the best approach for betting on the Maple Leafs and preview the Tuesday slate of games in the NHL.
Covers.com betting analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to go over how he handicaps exotic markets like Turkish soccer domestic cups, then they go over what is the best approach to betting the Leafs is, thrn preview the Tuesday Slate in the NHL tonight!
For the top 5 today Matt and producer Austin go through there top 5 Russian sports villians!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Rasmus Sandin's game-winning goal for the Maple Leafs last night and why it deserves to be recognized. Then Matt is joined by Raptors.com reporter Vivek Jacob to discuss how Raptors fan should react to Goran Dragic's return to Toronto tonight and the incredible play of Scottie Barnes last night.
Raptors.com reporter Vivek Jacob joins the show to talk about how Raptors fan should react to Goran Dragic, The play of Scottie Barnes last night, and everything you need to know for the Game against the Raptors tonight.
With March here Matt's opening thought today he tears through all the noise of the sports world, to examine the nuance of the Rasmus Sandin goal from last night.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Voice of the Maple Leafs, Joe Bowen, about the crazy 10-7 game on Saturday, Jack Campbell's struggles and the Leafs' game tonight against the Capitals. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss the Raptors' tough weekend losing both games and what to expect tonight against the Brooklyn Nets.
TSN 1050 Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to talk about the Raptors tough weekend loosing both games, and then they go over everything to look for in the Nets game tonight!
The voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs Joe Bowen joins the show to talk about the crazy 10-7 game on Saturday, Jack Campbell's struggles, and the Leafs game tonight against the Capitals!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Raptors deserve the benefit of the doubt after two terrible losses coming out of the All-Star break. Then Matt is joined by Extra Points Podcast host Martin Weiss to discuss whether it's justified to be fearful heading into tonight's matchup between the Raptors and Nets even though Brooklyn is playing shorthanded.
For Matt's opening thought he goes over a wild weekend in sports, before breaking down the Raptors Nets game tonight. And the conclusion that the Raptors deserve the benefit of the doubt.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN senior NBA analyst Jonathan Von Tobel about the league's perception of the Raptors and how to evaluate the Nets. Then Matt is joined by TSN basketball analyst Jack Armstrong to discuss Scottie Barnes's development, Pascal Siakam's improvement this season and what to expect from the Raptors in the second half.
The coach and TSN basketball analyst Jack Armstrong joins the show to talk to Matt about everything Raptors related from the development of Scottie Barnes to the advancement of Pascal Siakam. Then they cover everything NBA related for the second half of the season!
Jonathan Von Tobel talk with matt about what to make the general public thinks about the Raptors, How to evaluate the Nets, The MVP race and so much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how the Russia-Ukraine conflict is affecting the world of sports and Alex Ovechkin's role in it. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Sam Hitchcock to discuss the Leafs' win last night against Minnesota, Auston Mathews' chances to win the Hart Trophy and his favorite plays for tonight's NHL schedule.
TSN edge contributor Sam Hitchcock joins the show to talk about the Leaf's win last night in Minnesota, Auston Mathews chances to win the Hart Trophy , His favorite plays for the night and much much more!
For Matt's opening thought today he talk about how the Russia Ukraine conflict is affecting the world of sports and Alex Ovechkin role in all of this.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz has to make the difficult choice between Kyrie Irving, Ben Simmons and James Harden in this week's edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em". Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng to discuss the NBA teams that have had the best and worst records against the spread
TSN edge contributor Wesley Cheng joins Matt to talk about the return of the NBA tonight! What it means for all the teams returning to action and where you should be placing your money in the second half of the season!
Team Canada goalie Ann-Renée Desbiens joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to talk about her journey to the the Olympics, including her time in Wisconsin, playing in the Olympics and beating America for the gold medal in Beijing.
For Matt's opening thought today he previews the biggest stories in the NBA second half of the season!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into whether he'd take Freddie Andersen or Jack Campbell in net for the Leafs, Kerry Collins or Daniel Jones under centre for the Giants and more in this week's edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by The Athletic college basketball writer Eamonn Brennan to get us ready for March Madness.
The Athletic College basketball writer Eamonn Brennan joins the show to talk everything about the NCAA basketball to get you ready for March madness just around the corner!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the roller coaster that is the Toronto Maple Leafs and how they always fall into one extreme or the other when assessing their performance. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Maple Leafs reporter Joshua Kloke to discuss who the team might target as the trade deadline approaches.
Athletic Maple Leaf reporter Joshua Kloke joins the show to talk about the Leafs prospect pool, potential trade opportunities. Where he sees the team right now and much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Sports Illustrated Golf Reporter, Bob Harig, about the Saudi Super League and the reaction to Phil Mickelson’s promotion of the rival tour. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs beat reporter Terry Koshan to recap Toronto’s loss to Montreal last night and look ahead to tonight’s game against Columbus.
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs Beat Reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to recap Toronto’s loss to Montreal last night and look ahead to tonight’s game against Columbus. Koshan shares his thoughts on Leafs fans lacking faith in the team to get over the hump, what’s next for Jake Muzzin after suffering another concussion in last night’s loss to Montreal, how GM Kyle Dubas will approach the NHL trade deadline with Toronto looking to upgrade their blue-line, the recent acquisition of Ilya Lyubushkin, and more.
Sports Illustrated Golf Reporter and Author of ‘Tiger & Phil: Golf’s Most Fascinating Rivalry’ Bob Harig joins Game Play to discuss the Saudi Super League and all things PGA. Harig shares his thoughts on Phil Mickelson’s pursuit and promotion of the Saudi Super League, how his comments on the PGA’s greed are hypocritical, the reaction of his tour mates being largely negative, if he’s putting his future in the PGA in jeopardy, the appeal and lure of guaranteed salaries of the Saudi Super League, and more.
Matt and Austin are back for another edition of the Tuesday Top 5 where they discuss a handful of specific teams that have annoyed them over the years. Matt explains why he is still holding a grudge against the 2012 U.S Women’s soccer team and why the 2011 Boston Bruins were so thoroughly unenjoyable, Meanwhile, Austin tees off on Bryson Dechambeau and his antics before discussing the joy he felt watching the 2010 Miami Heat lose to the Dallas Mavericks in the finals, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Juwan Howard's suspension, why Howard's actions were ridiculous and why he’s lucky it’s only five games. Then Matt discusses the conundrum the Lakers are in as they attempt to appease LeBron James' win-now attitude while protecting future assets for after LeBron has left the team.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses who the biggest drama queens in sports are and how they have earned that distinction. Matt shares his thoughts on the suspension of Juwan Howard, why Howard's actions were ridiculous and why he’s lucky it’s only 5 games, Tom Brady flip-flopping on his retirement, Phil Mickelson’s divisive comments about the Saudi Super League, Aaron Rodgers posting cryptic messages on Instagram and potentially retiring, the Maple Leafs never-ending stream of drama, LeBron James claiming he’s going to play where his son is drafted, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Leafs Nation reporter David Alter about the Maple Leafs' loss against the Blues and his thoughts on the acquisition of Ilya Lyubushkin. Then Matt is joined by TSN baseball analyst Steve Phillips to discuss MLB's labour negations and when can we expect to see baseball again.
MLB on TSN analyst Steve Phillips joins Matt to talk about the MLB labor negations and everything going on with it. When can we expect to see baseball again and what it will look like!
Leafs nation reporter David Alter joins Matt to recap the Leafs loss against the Blues. How he feels about the trade of Lyubushkin on the Leaf's Defence. Finally they go over the game tonight and everything to expect!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recognizes the most significant families in sports that may get overlooked in celebration of today being Family Day. Then Matt is joined by VSiN hockey betting expert Andy MacNeil to discuss the Oilers' tough upcoming schedule and the goaltending battles across the league.
VSIN hockey betting expert Andy MacNeil joins the show to go over everything in the world of Hockey Betting. From the oilers upcoming schedule, As well as goaltending battles across the league. Then they go over the Leafs game tonight against the Habs.
For Matt's opening thought today he goes over the all the Family day things to celebrate in sports from the famous ones to the smaller less celebrated ones.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to ESPN senior hockey writer Greg Wyshynski about the Maple Leafs' playoff expectations and the Canadian women's Olympic hockey team winning gold against the Americans. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng to preview all the betting angles for NBA All-Star Weekend from the three-point contest to the Slam Dunk competition.
TSN Edge contributor Wesley Cheng joins the show to give his preview for the NBA all star weekend from the 3 pt contest to the Dunk contest. Then him and Matt go over the NBA future market and to expect in the second half of the season!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how many players Sidney Crosby has elevated throughout his career and the private way in which he conducts himself with special guest Dave Dameshek. Then Matt is joined by DraftKings Sportsbook director to help us take a very early look at the NFL futures market.
ESPN Hockey writer Greg Wyshynski joins Matt to talk about the Toronto Maple Leafs expectations, The Canadian women winning Olympic gold, and Sidney Crosby!
Director of Draft Kings operations Johnny Avello joins the show to help Matt take a look at the NFL future markets and if there can be any slight edges early on in the Market at this early part!
For Matt's opening thought he talks about Sidney Crosby career thus far and what we actually know about him? And what do we deserve to know about him? And then Dave Damesheck joins to go talk about Crosby!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek about the return of full crowds in the NHL, what the NBA celebrity game's handicap is and some way-too early NFL futures. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Leo Rautins to discuss the Raptors' win over the Timberwolves last night and what to expect from the team in the second half.
NBA on TSN analyst Leo Rautins joins matt to talk about the Raptors victory over the Timberwolves last night, what his expectations are for this group going into the second half, the main struggles and much more!
Host of First Up Aaron Korolnek joins the show to go over the return of full crowds in the NHL, what the NBA celerity games handicap is, and take a look ahead to NFL futures way to early!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Marie-Philip Poulin's incredible performance to lead the Canadian women's Olympic hockey team to a gold medal victory over the Americans. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Scott Wheeler to further discuss Canada's gold medal performance as well as the World Juniors being rescheduled for August.
The Athletic Hockey Reporter Scott Wheeler joins the show to talk about the Women's win over America last night. Then they talk about the renewed world Junior tournament in august. Finally they go over Leafs prospects to watch at the Olympics
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to new Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly about his football career, journey to the CFL and what he knows about Canadian football. Then Matt is joined by TSN hockey analyst and two-time gold medalist Cheryl Pounder to preview tonight's gold medal game between the Canadian women's Olympic hockey team and USA.
Former 2 time Olympic gold medalist Cheryl Pounder joins the show to preview everything you need to know for Canada vs USA in the Olympic final tonight!
New Argos QB and SEC legend Chad Kelly joins the show to go over his career and journey to the CFL thus far! What it is like in the SEC, his exposure to the CFL and much much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz previews the biggest game of the night at the Olympics as the Canadian women's hockey team faces the Americans in the Gold Medal Game. Then Matt is joined by VSiN hockey betting analyst Andy MacNeil to discuss the return of Jack Eichel and what it means for the Golden Knights.
VSIN betting analyst Andy MacNeil joins the show to talk about the return of Jack Eichel, what it means for the Golden knight's, Preview the Hurricanes and Panthers and much more!
For Matt's opening thought for today previews everything for the biggest game of the night and the Olympics America vs. Canada
Raptors.com Writer Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to recap the Raptors 120-90 loss to the Pelicans. Jacob shares his thoughts on some of the spacing and shooting issues, why teams are game-planning for Gary Trent Jr more than ever before, why he leans towards Joel Embiid in this year’s NBA MVP race, why it’s difficult to root for either of Ben Simmons and James Harden after their blockbuster trade, Demar Derozan’s ridiculous recent run and how he’s revived his career in Chicago and more.
TSN NHL Analyst Craig Button joins Game Play to chat about Mitch Marner’s recent stretch of success and what makes him such a dynamic player. Button also shares his thoughts on why there’s nothing wrong with William Nylander’s game right now, what difference it will make when fans return to stands in Toronto, what he remembers from Jaromir Jagr's career on his 50th birthday, the looming showdown between Canada and the U.S at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, and more.
Covers.com Senior Analyst Andrew Caley joins Game Play to further examine DeMar DeRozan’s MVP candidacy. Caley shares his thoughts on DeRozan’s recent stretch of dominance, Novak Djokovic potentially missing the French Open and Wimbledon, the Ben Simmons / James Harden trade, next year’s Super Bowl odds, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses why sports fans shouldn’t be too down about the NFL season being over. Matt shares his thoughts on the Raptors and Leafs potentially returning to full capacity on March 1st after having no home advantage the past two years, Mitch Marner’s recent dominance and how he is completing his offensive profile, Jack Eichel’s return as the Golden Knights circumvent the salary cap, how the NFL content machine never stops amidst Kyler Murray's recent drama and more.
Second hour of gameplay here and ready to go! Henoc muamba and Shaun King join the show to go over everything we saw from Sunday!
Former NFL QB and the host of the nightcap on VSIN Shaun King joins the show to go over everything from the Super Bowl this weekend. Then offers some of his favorite future plays!
Argo's Linebacker Henoc Muamba joins the show to go over his Super Sunday and what they did. Then breaks down the game. And finally talks about the Argo's busy off season thus far!
Football Outsiders Editor in Chief Aaron Schatz joins the show to go over the Super bowl and everything we saw from the Big Game on Sunday!
For Matt's opening thought today he dives deep into the Super Bowl and goes over his biggest 5 stories from the Super Bowl
The second hour of GamePlay Matt is joined by Kevin Harlan and gives you all the best bets for the Super Bowl Sunday!
After going over 60 % ATS in the regular season and 9-5 in the Post season Matt Cauz offers his prediction for the big game on Sunday!
Westwood lead Play by Play commentator Kevin Harlan joins the show to preview everything to do with the super bowl!
In the First hour of GamePlay Matt gets you all set for everything Super Bowl only 2 sleeps away. Mike Pritchard and Jon Price joins the show to help you get all set for the game!
Former NFL receiver and current analyst on VSIN Mike Pritchard joins the show to go over his career in the NFL. Then he previes the Super Bowl coming up this weekend!
For Matt's opening thought today he previews everything Super Bowl related in the big game Sunday!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek about the breaking news of James Harden being traded for Ben Simmons and the best bets for Super Bowl Sunday. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors color analyst Jevohn Shepherd to recap a wild day in the NBA on trade deadline day.
TSN 1050 Raptors color analyst Jevohn Shepherd joins the show to go over a wild day in the NBA on trade deadline day!
Host of First Up Aaron Korolnek joins the show to review the breaking news of the day in the NBA trade deadline! Then Matt and Aaron go over every angle possible for the Super Bowl!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into a slew of topics in what has been a whirlwind over the past 24 hours in the sports world. Then Matt is joined by VSiN hockey betting analyst Andy MacNeil to discuss the line movement across the board today in the NHL and if the "new coach bounce" is actually real.
VSIN hockey betting analyst Andy MacNeil joins the show for his weekly spot. He geos over the line movement across the board today in the NHL. Is the new coach bounce actually real? Plus a preview of the Lightning Avs, and Leafs Flames.
For Matt opening thought today he goes over what has been a crazy 24 hours across the world of sports!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about the Raptors' trade deadline plans and where that could lead them going down the stretch. Then Matt is joined by Fox Sports NFL reporter Laura Okmin live from Los Angeles to preview the Super Bowl matchup between the Bengals and Rams coming up on Sunday.
Fox Sports reporter and Westwood one reporter Laura Okmin joins the show to preview everything Super Bowl related live from LA!
TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the show to go over the Raptors trade deadline plans and where that could lead them going down the stretch.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Super Bowl LVI narratives have been lacking in the lead up to the big game. Then Matt is joined by former NFL referee and current CBS rules analyst Gene Steratore to discuss his career in the NFL and Sunday's Super Bowl.
Former NFL ref and current CBS rules analyst joins the show to go over his career in the NFL and then look ahead to the Super Bowl
For Matt's opening thought today he goes over the last 24 hours in the world of sports and why the Super Bowl narrative is lacking in the lead up to the big game!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to former NHLer Shawn Thornton about his new book, “Shawn Thornton: Fighting My Way to the Top”. Then Matt is joined by the Vice President of Football & Research at Sports Info Solutions, Matt Manocherian, to discuss all things NFL ahead of Super Bowl LVI, including his thoughts on how Aaron Donald will impact the game and what the numbers say about Donald’s dominance.
Vice President of Football & Research at Sports Info Solutions Matt Manocherian joins Game Play to discuss all things NFL ahead of Super Bowl LVI. Manocherian shares his thoughts on how Sports Info Solution provides high-quality statistical analysis, the impact Aaron Donald will have on Super Bowl LVI, what the numbers say about Donald’s dominance, what to expect from Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow this Sunday, how Odell Beckham revived his career after signing with the Rams mid-season, why he likes the Rams to cover, and more.
Former NHLer Shawn Thornton joins Game Play to discuss his new book “Shawn Thornton: Fighting My Way to the Top”. Thornton shares his thoughts on welcoming in teammates with few family and friends in Boston for Christmas, the lonely life of NHLers, a story involving Tuukka Rask and a boat he purchased, his relationship with Tie Domi which helped him on early in his career, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Toronto Raptors should be aggressive in improving this year’s roster at the trade deadline. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss his article on the second-half award races in the NHL and Auston Matthews’ odds of winning the Hart Trophy.
Hockey Writer for The Athletic Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to discuss his article on the second-half awards races in the NHL. Luszczyszyn shares his thoughts on the injury suffered by Auston Matthews in last night’s game against Carolina, before diving into Matthews’ odds of winning the Hart Trophy, how his model values the respective strengths of different candidates, why his model says Johnny Gaudreau has been slightly more valuable than Connor McDavid this year, why it loves Michael Bunting so much, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses why the Toronto Raptors should be aggressive in improving this year’s roster despite the tough Eastern Conference they play in. Matt explains what he thinks the ceiling for this team is the rest of way out, why draft picks are expendable for Toronto, Pascal Siakam playing the best basketball of his career, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamba about everything related to the Super Bowl in the lead up to the big game. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB and the host of the Night Cap on VSiN, Shaun King, to preview everything Super Bowl related for this weekend, including his thoughts on the QB matchup for the big game.
Former NFL QB and the Host of the 'Night Cap' on VSIN joins the show to preview everything Super Bowl related for this weekend!
Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamaba joins the show to go over everything related to the super bowl in the lead up to the big game!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into one of the best international rivalries as Canada takes on USA in women's hockey tonight and why this competition is not a cheap gold medal. Then Matt is joined by TSN SportsCentre anchor Jennifer Hedger to discuss the Olympics and the Canadian Women's Olympic hockey team's impressive performance against ROC.
Anchor of Sports Centre Jennifer Hedger joins the show to talk everything about the Olympics and the Canadian Olympic hockey team and much more from the world of sports!
For Matt's opening thought today he goes over The Canadian women's hockey team before there big game against the USA and the discourse surrounding it.
In the final hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler talks to Covers.com editor-in-chief Brandon DuBreuil about why you should say away from the Pro Bowl and all the best bets heading into Super Bowl LVI with the big game only nine days away. Then Wheeler is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Leo Rautins to discuss the growth of Fred VanVleet with the Raptors and tonight's second half of a back-to-back against the Atlanta Hawks.
TSN NBA analyst Leo Rautins joins the show to go over the growth of Fred Van Vleet in the Raptors. Then they preview the second half of the Raptors back to back year.
Covers.com Editor in Chief Brandon DuBreuil joins the show to give a quick preview of the Pro Bowl and why you should stay away! Then they go over everything with the Super bowl 9 days away!
In the second hour of Game Play, Gareth Wheeler gets into the possibility of the NHL bringing back the World Cup of Hockey in 2024. Then Wheeler talks to TSN Edge's Sam Hitchcock about everything you need to know about betting on NHL All-Star weekend, what the futures market looks like and what to expect from the second half of the season.
TSN edge contributor Sam Hitchcock joins the show to go over everything you need to know betting wise for NHL all star weekend! Then he goes over the future market and what to expect from the second half!
Gareth Wheeler filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. In the first hour of the show, Wheeler gets into why events like the NHL All-Star weekend and the Pro Bowl don't appeal to him. Then Wheels is joined by VSiN contributor Ben Fawkes to go over what Super Bowl betting looks like state-by-state and what to watch for at the Winter Olympics.
VSIN contributor Ben Fawkes joins the show to go over what Super Bowl betting looks like in relation with the betting handle by state. Then they talk everything from Winter Olympics!
In the final hour of Game Play, Mark Roe and Nikki Reyes talk to Touchdown Wire reporter Mark Schofield about all of the storylines ahead of Super Bowl LVI between the Bengals and Rams. Then Roe and Reyes are joined by OneSoccer and CBC Sports host Andi Petrillo to recap Canada's big win over El Salvador in the CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers and the latest news from the Winter Olympics in Beijing.
One Soccer and CBC Sports host Andi Petrillo joins Gameplay to chat Canada's big win over El Salvador in the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers and gets into the Winter Olympics news with the games starting just yesterday and the opening ceremonies coming up tomorrow.
USA Today/@TheNFLWire reporter Mark Schofield joins Gameplay to break down all of the storylines ahead of Super Bowl LVI between the Bengals and the Rams as well as his pick for the big dance.
In the second hour of Game Play, Mark Roe and Nikki Reyes talk to co-owner of Betstamp, Rob Pizzola about the state of the Maple Leafs entering the All-Star break and who you should be betting on to win the Stanley Cup. Then Roe and Reyes are joined by FTN contributor Chris Meaney to discuss how he sees the Raptors faring as they reach the trade deadline and whether they've turned their season around.
Chris Meaney of the FTN Network joins Gameplay to dive into some of the lines in the Raps/Bulls game later tonight. Player Props, MVP Odds and other NBA betting. He tops off the interview with his favourite Super Bowl bets, what he's putting money on, and tries to convince our Co-Host Nikki Reyes to sprinkle some money on the big game.
Rob Pizzola (Co-Owner of Betstamp) joins the show to talk about where the Leafs have found themselves at the All-Star break and shines some light on who you should be betting on to win the Stanley Cup and mixes in a few Super Bowl prop bets.
TSN's Mark Roe and Nikki Reyes filling in for Matt Cauz on Game Play. On the first hour of the show, Roe and Reyes discuss the state of the Raptors as the trade deadline approaches. Then Roe and Reyes are joined by TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg to preview tonight's game against the Chicago Bulls and why the Raptors are favoured in the game.
Raptors Insider Josh Lewenberg joins Gameplay to talk about the Raps recent winning streak, Gary Trent Jr. and the heater he's been on, and with the trade deadline looming... talks trade rumours for the Raptors
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Pro Football Focus Bengals reporter Joe Goodberry about the team's first Super Bowl appearance since 1988. Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss the Leafs' dominating win over the Devils, the hot streak that they've been on and the upcoming All-Star weekend.
Mark Masters joins Gameplay to break down the Leafs domnating win over the Devils, their hot streak that they've been on, and the upcoming All-Star weekend.
Bengals reporter Joe Goodberry joins the show to talk all things Bengals as they prepare for their first Super Bowl appearance since 1988.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Yahoo! Sportsbook betting analyst Ariel Epstein about her best bets of the night and she also looks ahead to the many props available for Super Bowl LVI. Then Producer Conrad asks Matt life's most difficult questions in another edition of "This or That".
Our Wednesday tradition... Producer Conrad asks life's most difficult questions... Matt answers them. The Broncos are up for sale, Canadian Olympic betting odds,Heads or Tails at the Super Bowl, and Matt's backup option to wine.
On Groundhog Day... Matt's Opening Thought is about just like the Bill Murray classic film... all of the sports stories we hear over and over again.
Ariel Epstein aka The Prop Queen joins the show to talk her best bets of the night and is full of props for the Super Bowl.
The extremely well-rounded Natey Adjei joins the show to chat a multitude of topics. Tom Brady retirement and Super Bowl chatter included, but a main focus on the Raptors big win over the Heat and the bombshell news that former Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores is suing the NFL and three of its teams.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what in sports embraces the spirit of Groundhog Day the most. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Natey Adjei to discuss the team's two big wins against the Hawks and Heat and Gary Trent Jr.'s impressive scoring streak as he closes in on the franchise record.
Host of Pro Football Focus Forecast Eric Eager joins Game Play to discuss the Conference Championships and Super Bowl LVI. Eager reflects on Tom Brady’s career after his retirement announcement before diving into the improbable run of Joe Burrows and the Bengals, his best bets for Super Bowl LVI, and more.
Matt and Austin are back for another edition of the Tuesday Top-5 and this week they’re looking ahead to the NFL offseason. The guys brainstorm their best lists of QB / Team combos we want to see as fans and try to pinpoint who lands where. Find out why Matt thinks the Eagles could make a big splash at the NFL Draft and why Austin thinks the Steelers will replace out-going legend Ben Roethlisberger with another current NFL icon, and more.
Covers.com Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to recap the Leafs' win last night and look ahead to tonight’s home-and-home conclusion against the Devils. Inglis discusses his best bets for tonight’s rematch, the Leafs’ recent concerning trend of allowing early goals, whether Toronto’s regular-season success will finally translate in the post-season, Auston Matthews odds of winning the Rocket Richard Trophy, and more.
Sports Illustrated Raptors Writer Aaron Rose joins Game Play to recap the Raptors big win yesterday and preview tonight’s contest against the Heat. Rose discusses Pascal Siakam’s recent all-NBA form and how his play-making ability has helped Fred VanVleet find success, Gary Trent Jr. blossoming on at both ends of the court, the stalled development of Malachi Flynn, why he likes the under in tonight’s game against the Heat and more.
In today’s second Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses the perpetual enigma that is the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matt shares his thoughts on the Leafs' recent Jekyll and Hyde performances before diving into whether it is better to rally from a deficit or blow a lead but still win, how they have put to rest criticism about the ‘easy competition’ of the North Division, why Toronto is both one of the most exciting teams and one of the most boring teams and more.
Super Book Sports VP of Risk Management and Golf Oddsmaker Jeff Sherman joins Game Play to discuss all thing Super Bowl and the Pebble Beach Pro Am. Sherman starts off by discussing Tom Brady’s greatest moments from a betting perspective before diving into why the Super Bowl O/U has dropped 3 points since opening on Sunday night, the most unlikely betting outcomes he’s seen in recent history, who he likes for the Pebble Beach Pro Am, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses Tom Brady announcing his retirement after 22 seasons in the NFL. Matthew explains why Brady’s final TD pass was so emblematic of his career, Brady leaving the 2nd place competition in the dust, his evolution from game manager to GOAT, Brady’s best moments including coming back to beat the Falcons from down 28-3 and his first Super Bowl win upsetting the Greatest Show on Turf, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Star and CBC Sports contributor Brendan Dunlop about Canada's historic wins over Honduras and USA and the upcoming Winter Olympics starting this week in Beijing. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB and host of The Night Cap on VSiN, Shaun King, to discuss whether Patrick Mahomes choked against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Former NFL QB and host of the Night Cap on VSIN joins the show to go over everything he day from Championship weekend in the NFL this weekend!
Footy prime host and Canadian Soccer expert Brendan Dunlop joins the show to go over Canada's historic win, and preview the Winter Olympics starting this week.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Covers.com sports betting reporter Geoff Zochodne about what the announcement of single-game betting by private operators being legalized means for the Ontario sports betting landscape. Then Matt is joined by VSiN NHL betting analyst Andy MacNeil to go over some of the betting trends he is seeing in the league right now.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt breaks down why the Cincinnati Bengals deserved to win the AFC title over the Kansas City Chiefs, despite being massive underdogs.
VSIN hockey analyst Andy MacNeil joins the show to go over some of the trends he is seeing in the NHL right now. Then him and Matt go over the season long award races after wards!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Cincinnati Bengals deserved to beat the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamba to discuss his decision to re-sign in Toronto, what he's looking forward to and his thoughts on the AFC and NFC Championship games.
Covers.com sports betting reporter Geoff Zochodne joins the show to go over what the announcement meant for the Consumer and Ontario sports betting landscape!
Argo's linebacker Henoc Muamba joins the show to go over his resigning in Toronto and what he looks forward to. Then they go over the Cheifs Bengals game was it a choke job? Then the NFC championship game too!
Fresh off a 3-1 divisional round Matt Cauz is back to give his confidence picks for the NFL Championship weekend!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to OneSoccer analyst Gareth Wheeler about the Canadian men's soccer team's historic win last night over Honduras and what it means for the team as they head towards Qatar. Then Matt tries to keep the good vibes going as he takes his puts his 8-2 postseason record on the line with this week's Cauz Confidence Pool Picks for the Conference Championship games.
One soccer analyst and the voice of Canada Soccer Gareth Wheeler joins Matt to go over the historic win last night for Canada and what it means going forward as they head towards Qatar!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by WynnBet host and VSiN contributor Claudia Bellofatto to preview all of the lines and player prop bets heading into the AFC and NFC Championship games this weekend. Then Matt talks to Sports information Traders analyst Jon Price to go over his best plays for Conference Championship Weekend.
Sports information trader Jon Price joins the show to go over his best plays for the weekend in the NFL. Everything you need to know about the Championship games!
Wyn bet host, and VSIN contributor Claudia Bellofatto joins the show to preview everything related to the championship games this weekend. Lines, player props bets and more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz breaks down the best storylines heading into Conference Championship Weekend in the NFL. Then Matt is joined by veteran NBA power forward Charles Oakley to discuss his new book "The Last Enforcer", his experience in the league and what he sees in today's NBA.
Former NBA player and Toronto Raptor Charles Oakley joins the show to talk about his new book "The Last Enforcer" coming out on February 1st. Then they discuss his experience in the NBA and what he says today in the current NBA.
For Matt's Opening thought today he goes over the best storylines for Championship weekend!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz about what to expect from the AFC and NFC Championships this weekend. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Jack Armstrong to breakdown last night's loss to the Bulls, Pascal Siakam's strong play of late and what the team might look to do at the trade deadline.
The Coach Jack Armstrong joins Gameplay to breakdown last nights Raptors/Bulls game, Pascal Siakam's strong play in recent games, and what the Raps might look to do before the February 10th trade deadline.
Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders joins Matt to break down his preview of what the AFC and NFC Championships are going to look like on Sunday. Some picks, some insider info, and some bets are all included in this one.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek to get his best bets for tonight's slate of games across sports and the upcoming AFC and NFC Championship games. Then Matt talks to The Athletic's Mike Sando about one of his most recent articles which dives into which young quarterback is the most desired according to NFL sources.
Mike Sando of The Athletic joins Gameplay to talk about one of his most recent articles which dives into which young QB is most desired from NFL sources. He also gets into the future of Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and touches on the NFL divisional round and a look ahead to the AFC and NFC Championship games
First Up Co-Host Aaron Korolnek joins Gameplay for his weekly segment where he throws out his best bets for tonight and this weekend's NFL Championship games.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Raptors' final three minutes of a game will define the team's season. Then Matt breaks down the Leafs' 4-3 shootout win against the Anaheim Ducks last night and why it never should've been that close.
The Sports version of F, Marry, Kill. Debates on the Leafs, Raptors, Canada Men's National Teams for Soccer and Olympics Hockey, NFL Bets, Star Wars, and more.
Matt dives into the Raptors and their struggles in the last few minutes of games and not being able to close them out.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk about the young Canadians and their exciting matchups in the Australian Open quarterfinals. Then Matt gets into whether Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds belong in Cooperstown, if Keith Yandle will play 1000-straight games and more in this week's edition of "This or That".
Producer Conrad and Matt with the weekly ritual that is This or That. Conrad asks life's most difficult questions and Matt answers them. What are they? Bang the link to find out.
Toronto Start Columnist Dave Feschuk joins to cover the world of sports and what happened in the past day with a close eye on the young Canadians and their exciting matchups in the Aussie Open Quarter-Finals.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic NFL writer Robert Mays about the upcoming Conference Championship games, Sean Payton's retirement and the open head coaching positions around the league. Then Matt is joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Julia Tocheri to discuss Sheldon Keefe's line shuffling and John Tavares' recent struggles.
TSN 1050 Leafs Lunch Co-Host Julia Tocheri joins Gameplay to chat about the Leafs game tonight as Toronto hosts Anaheim in a still empty Scotiabank Arena.
Robert Mays of The Athletic joins the show to do the rounds on NFL news. The Conference Championships this upcoming weekend, Sean Payton's resignation, open Head Coaching positions around the league, the 2021 rookie class and more.
Wesley Cheng joins the show to chat all things Raptors and NBA. Pascal Siakam's big game, the Raps win over the Hornets, and bets that he likes in the NBA tonight and going forward.
On Bell Let's Talk day, Matt does his part to raise awareness for mental health and those affected by mental health issues. #bellletstalk
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the strides made in mental health advocacy in sports since he entered sports media 22 years ago and the role Bell Let's Talk Day plays in advancing such advocacy and conversations. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng to discuss the Raptors' depth finally showing up in the team's win against the Hornets last night and how hard it is to bet on the Raptors.
Matt and Austin serve up another edition of the Tuesday Top 5 where they discuss which sports losses in their lifetime have been the worst. Find out why Matt has a certain vintage MLB ALCS in his top spot and why Austin isn't over one of the Maple Leafs' darkest moments in team history.
Host of the Ringer Gambling Show Joe House joins Game Play to tee up this weekend’s NFL Conference Finals slate. House explains why he likes Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers to cover this weekend, what to expect from the AFC Finals between the Bengals and Chiefs, whether Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns are the favourites in the NBA’s western conference, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons about what to expect ahead of today’s Baseball Hall of Fame voting announcement. Then Matt is joined by host of The Ringer Gambling Show, Joe House, to discuss what sports betting and wine tasting have in common.
Toronto Sun Columnist Steve Simmons joins Game Play to discuss what to expect ahead of today’s Baseball Hall of Fame voting announcement. Simmons shares his thoughts on what it means to be a hall of fame in baseball, the overwhelming credentials of Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens, what it means to be a voter for the Hall of Fame, and more.
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs Reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to discuss all things Maple Leafs. Koshan shares his thoughts on the Leafs splitting up Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander at practice, the jammed schedule after the all-star break, the recent struggles of John Tavares, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Andrew Caley to recap the wild action in the NFL Divisional Round and look ahead to the Conference Championship games. Then Matt talks to Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan about what the new line combinations might mean for the Leafs going forward.
TSN Tennis Host Mark Roe joins Game Play to discuss all of the Canadian content over at the Australian Open. Roe shares his thoughts on Denis Shapovalov’s meltdown against Rafael Nadal, Felix Auger Aliassime’s chances against second-seeded Danill Medvedev, how he expects the tournament to play out, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses the candidacy for some of MLB’s greatest all-time players ahead of today’s Hall of Fame voting announcement. Matthew dives into why Barry Bonds is regarded as the greatest hitter of all time, why Kurt Schilling is more than deserving after years of success against stacked Yankees line-ups, the success Roger Clemens had before arriving in Toronto, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the Baseball Writers of America should do the right thing and induct both the heroes and villains, like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens, into Cooperstown. Then Matt is joined by host of TSN's tennis coverage, Mark Roe to recap Denis Shapovalov's five-setter against Rafael Nadal in Melbourne and preview Felix Auger-Aliassime quarterfinal match tonight.
Covers.com Senior Betting Analyst Andrew Caley joins Game Play to recap the wild action from the NFL Divisional Round and look ahead to the Conference Finals. Caley dives into why the Bengals wouldn’t be such underdogs this week if their offensive line was better, why he would take the points with the 49ers in their game against the Rams, his best bets for Raptors/Hornets and the rest of tonight’s NBA slate, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN NHL betting expert Andy MacNeil about the Maple Leafs' long-term trends and if we can learn anything from their blown leads. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB Shaun King to go over the crazy Divisional Round in the NFL from a quarterback's perspective.
Former NFL QB Shaun King joins the show to go over the crazy Divisional Round in the NFL, the Chiefs' OT win over the Bills, the Bucs' loss to the Rams and the 49ers' win against the Packers all from a quarterback's perspective.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the disappointing Raptors' performance against the Trail Blazers on Sunday in a game they should've won. Then Matt talks to The Athletic Raptors reporter Eric Koreen about the heavy minutes being asked of the Raptors' starters and what not having fans at Scotiabank Arena means to the team going forward.
VSIN betting expert Andy MacNeil joins the show to talk about the Maple Leafs long term trends, and if we can learn anything from the blown leads. Then he goes over his best plays of the night and what to look for.
The Athletic's Eric Koreen joins the show to go over the Raptors weekend that was. Then they talk about the heavy minutes load being asked of the Raps, and what no fans being at the games means to the team going forward, and the
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the game of the year between the Bills and Chiefs and instead of focusing on what could've been, he looks at how we got there. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamba to recap all the action from the Divisional Round in the NFL, the crazy finish to the Bills-Chiefs game and what happened to the Packers' offence.
Toronto Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamba joins the show to review all the action from the weekend in the NFL, Bills-Chiefs, what happened to the Packers' offence and so much more.
For today's opening thought Matt goes over the game of the year between the Bills and the Chiefs. Instead of focusing on what could've been he looks at how we got there!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic's Joshua Kloke about his level of panic regarding the state of the Maple Leafs and a look ahead to the Leafs' game against the Islanders on Saturday. Then fresh off his 5-1 record in the first round of the playoffs, Matt is back to give you his picks for all of the Divisional Round games this weekend!
Fresh off going 5-1 in the first round of the playoffs Matt Cauz is back to give you his picks for all the games this weekend!
The Athletics' Joshua Kloke joins the show to talk about his level of panic about the team. Then previews the game against the Islanders on Saturday, and finally They talk canadain soccer and TFC after a busy few days!
Sports information trader Jon Price joins the show to go over his 4 plays this weekend, and breakdown the Bills game this weekend
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Edge's Domenic Padula about who he likes and doesn't like from a betting perspective in every matchup for the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. Then Matt is joined by Yahoo! Sportsbook betting analyst Ariel Epstein to go over all of her favorite prop bets for the Divisional Round.
Yahoo sports betting analyst and the Queen of the Prop bet Ariel Epstein joins the show to go over all of her favorite prop bets for the weekend in the Divisional round for the NFL. Then some NBA prop looks as well.
TSN Edge anyalst Domenic Padula joins the show to preview each and every game from the divisional round this weekend, what he likes and doesn't from a betting perspective.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz ranks all the quarterbacks remaining in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. Then Matt gets into why tonight's matchup against the Wizards is a low-key big game for the Toronto Raptors.
For Matt's Opening thought today he ranks all the QB's Left in the divisional round today.
SI now Raptors writer Aaron Rose joins First Up to discuss the Raptors’ matchup against the Washington Wizards tonight. Rose also shares his thoughts on Nick Nurse trusting his bench more to limit the minutes of starters, Norman Powell’s return to Toronto this weekend, the status of Gary Trent Jr ahead of tonight’s game, Chris Boucher blossoming into a pivotal piece for the Raptors, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Canadian Olympic speed skater Laurent Dubreuil about his recovery from a serious back injury in 2009 and his expectations for the upcoming 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing. Then Matt is joined by First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek to tee up a variety of betting angles for this weekend’s NFL Divisional Round.
First Up Co-Host Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to tee up a variety of betting angles for this weekend’s NFL Divisional Round. Korolnek discusses why he is hesitant to fade Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady despite evidence that suggests it’s reasonable to do so, why a clean pocket will be key for Brady, the reason he is rooting against the Bills despite having a heavy wager on Buffalo to win the Super Bowl, and more.
Canadian Olympic Speed Skater Laurent Dubreuil joins Game Play to chat about the long road to recovery he faced after suffering a serious back injury in 2009. Dubreuil also discusses the difficulties of training during the pandemic, his expectations for the upcoming 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to CBCSports.ca writer Vivek Jacob about the Raptors’ loss to the Mavericks last night and whether Nick Nurse is having trouble trusting his bench. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss the Maple Leafs' 6-3 loss to the New York Rangers last night and why the Leafs have struggled to hold onto leads.
The Athletic NHL Reporter Dom Luszczyszyn joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-3 loss to the New York Rangers last night. Luszczyszyn dives into why the Leafs have struggled to protected 3rd period leads recently, Travis Dermott’s failing to seize opportunities time after time, how afraid Leafs fans should be of the regression of Jake Muzzin and Justin Holl, tonight’s NHL betting slate, and more.
CBCSports.ca Writer Vivek Jacob joins Game Play to recap the Toronto Raptors’ 102-98 loss to the Dallas Mavericks last night. Jacob dives into the heavy minutes logged by the Raptors starters in recent games, Nick Nurse not trusting some of the depth options on the Raptors bench, Fred VanVleet’s comments on not making excuses for being tired, Scottie Barnes’ recent growing pains amidst his superb rookie campaign and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into some of the most interesting betting angles for the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. Then Matt is joined by Touchdown Wire writer Mark Schofield to discuss how the Bills and Chiefs' defences will handle the athleticism of Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen and whether Derrick Henry or A.J. Brown is more pivotal to Tennessee’s success.
Touchdown Wire Writer Mark Schofield joins Game Play to break down all four of the NFL Divisional Round games. Schofield discusses how the respective defences of the Bills and Chiefs will handle the athleticism of Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, whether Derek Henry or AJ Brown is more pivotal to Tennessee’s success, the 49ers success against the Packers hinging on establishing the run, why the injury to Bucs right tackle Tristan Wirfs could pose problems for the Bucs, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought Matthew Cauz examines some of the most interesting betting angles for the NFL Divisional Playoff Round. Matt discusses why he is nervous about the Titans covering with Joe Burrow and Ja’marr Chase firing on all cylinders for the Bengals, whether the Packers defence is susceptible in the ground game, Tom Brady’s superb record in the Divisional Round, the success Josh Allen has found when throwing outside of the pocket, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Bleacher Report NFL writer Brad Gagnon about the Dallas Cowboys' early elimination from the playoffs once again. Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss the importance of the Liljegren/Sandin pairing and the matchup between Auston Matthews and Adam Fox tonight when the Leafs face the Rangers.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the importance of the Liljegren/Sandin pairing, the matchup between Auston Matthews and Adam Fox tonight and much more!
Bleacher Report NFL Writer Brad Gagnon joined Game Play earlier today and discussed everything NFL including the Dallas Cowboys early elimination, the impact AJ Brown has on the Titans and so much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Raptors host Nikki Reyes about what's changed in Pascal Siakam's game recently and if we should be concerned with the minutes being logged by the team's starters. Then Matt is joined by VSiN hockey betting analyst Andy MacNeil to discuss the risk on betting on the Rangers to make it out of the Eastern Conference.
VSiN Hockey Betting Analyst Andy MacNeil joined Game Play earlier today to discuss if the Rangers can make it out of the East and win the Stanley Cup, the Leafs-Rangers matchup and upcoming NHL bets to consider!
TSN 1050 Raptors Host Nikki Reyes joined Game Play earlier today to discuss what's changed in Siakam's game recently, the distribution of minutes on the Raptors and much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into what happened between Leon Draisaitl and journalist Jim Matheson during a press conference in Edmonton yesterday. Then Matt goes over some prop bets for tonight's Raptors-Mavericks game and the Leafs' matchup against the New York Rangers.
On today's edition of "This or That", Game Play host Matt Cauz discusses topics such as if Auston Matthews will score tonight against the New York Rangers, Will the Raptors have a better record in the second half in the season then they did in the first half and much more!
During today's Opening Thought, Game Play host Matt Cauz breaks down what happen between Leon Draisaitl and journalist Jim Matheson during a press conference in Edmonton yesterday!
In today’s Opening Thought Matthew Cauz discusses the incredible season-to-date for Pascal Siakam and why he is changing the minds of many who were skeptical of his potential. Matthew dives into Siakam’s strong game last night, how he is developing into an alpha-dog and an every-night all-star, the success he has had against Giannis Antetokounmpo, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Extra Point Network contributor Dave Dameshek about Ben Roethlisberger’s career with the Pittsburgh Steelers and how the team could approach the QB position moving forward. Then Matt is joined by TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg to discuss whether Pascal Siakam is finally blossoming into the star many thought he could be.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Pickwise senior betting analyst Jared Smith about the upcoming NFL Divisional Round and we get his early thoughts on this weekend’s slate. Then Matt is joined by Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter, to recap Toronto’s six-game road trip and provide an update on Jake Muzzin’s injury status after being he was diagnosed with a concussion.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into Pascal Siakam's triple-double and how such an impressive performance could've slipped through the cracks with everything else happening in the sports world. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Argonauts linebacker Henoc Muamba to break down all the action from Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to discuss all things Toronto Raptors. Lewenberg shares his thoughts on Pascal Siakam blossoming into the star many thought he could be, the minutes distribution issue facing Nick Nurse and a depleted Raptors club, the bond between Fred VanVleet and Kyle Lowry, and more.
Extra Point Network Contributor Dave Dameshek joins Game Play to look back on Ben Roethlisberger’s tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Dameshek discusses how the Steelers could approach the QB position moving forward, why building around a rookie QB is the optimal strategy for teams in transition, why it’s hard to back Jimmy Garappolo or Ryan Tannehill when compared to other elite QBs, and more.
Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News David Alter joins Game Play to recap Toronto’s six-game road trip. Alter also discusses Jake Muzzin’s injury status after being diagnosed with a concussion, the return of Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews’ impressive goal-scoring streak on the road, the difficulties of playing in the stacked Atlantic Division, and more.
Pickwise Senior Betting Analyst Jared Smith joins Game Play to tee up the upcoming NFL Divisional Round. Smith shares his early thoughts on this weekend’s slate including why the Titans are in a good spot despite not being the sexiest of picks, the 49ers dealing with a slew of injuries and their chance of winning against the Packers, what to expect from Sunday’s epic showdown between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs, and more.
Toronto Argos Linebacker Henoc Muamba joins Game Play to discuss all things NFL after Super Wild Card Weekend. Muamba shares his thoughts on the defensive meltdown of the New England Patriots on Saturday night, why it is difficult to maintain a defensive mentality when things begin to spiral, why Cam Akers taunting Budda Baker after an injury was clearly unintentional, the Cowboys lack of leadership in a game where they took 14 team penalties, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz makes his Confidence Picks for Super Wild Card Weekend. Then Matt is joined by ESPN.com wagering expert David Bearman to share his best bets for the upcoming Wild Card Weekend in the NFL.
ESPN.com wagering expert, and daily wager contributor, David Bearman joins the show to preview everything in the NFL from wild card weekend coming up!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by Voice of the Maple Leafs on TSN 1050, Joe Bowen, to preview Saturday's game against the St. Louis Blues and react to the breaking news of the latest COVID outbreak on the Leafs. Then Matt talks to TSN tennis host Mark Roe about all of the Novak Djokovic drama this week and the upcoming Australian Open that begins on Monday.
Host of Sportscenter and authority of tennis in Canada Mark Roe joins the show to go over all the Novak Drama this week then preview the actual tournament taking place!
Voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs Joe Bowen joins the show to breakdown the Leafs road trip thus far and where they are. Then break down all the latest COVID news for the Toronto Maple Leafs
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his wishlist of everything he hopes to see unfold during Wild Card Weekend in the NFL. Then Matt gets into which organizations and players are under the most pressure from the 14 teams heading into the first round of the NFL Playoffs.
Matt's opening thought today goes over everything he hope to see in the NFL's super wild card weekend!
TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins OverDrive to discuss when the NHL could issue a ruling on the alleged COVID protocol violations by Evander Kane. Dreger chats about why the Edmonton Oilers are showing interest in the recently released Kane, the province of Quebec making another pitch for a team to the NHL via Zoom, when we may see an end to the ongoing capacity restrictions in Canadian NHL markets, and more.
First Up Co-Host Carlo Colaiacovo joins OverDrive to look ahead to Saturday’s big game between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots. Colaiacovo discusses Josh Allen’s comments on not enjoying cold weather, whether the Bills should consider building an indoor-style stadium, Auston Matthew's odds of winning the Rocket Richard trophy, the damage Evander Kane has done to his reputation off the ice, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin to recap Karel Vejmelka’s incredible performance last night against the Leafs and discuss why certain unknown players can step up at any given moment. Then Matt talks to First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek about his best bets for Wild Card Weekend in the NFL.
First Up Co-Host Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to tee up NFL Super Wild Card Weekend. Korolnek starts off by chastising Matt’s decision to wear jeans at home before diving into some of his best bets. Find out why Korolnek thinks Bills fans should be worried about Josh Allen’s struggles in cold-weather games, why the Nets are one of the safest bets in the NBA on the road, his thoughts on the Draymond Green prop controversy earlier this week and more.
TSN Hockey Analyst Dave Poulin joins Game Play to revisit Karel Vejmelka’s incredible performance yesterday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Poulin discusses why certain unknown players can step up at any given moment, Petr Mrazek’s performance and what his role will be moving forward, when we might see Paul Maurice coaching again, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz selects which underdog he likes the most for Super Wild Card Weekend, which NFL coaching gig is the most attractive and more in this week's edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em". Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Bills beat reporter Tim Graham to discuss how the weather might impact Saturday's Wild Card game between the Bills and Patriots and how the Bills plan on stopping the Patriots' rushing attack.
Buffalo Bills Beat Reporter for the Athletic Tim Graham joins Hame Play to tee up the Bills' highly anticipated match-up against the New England Patriots on Saturday. Graham discusses how the expected frigid temperature will affect the game, why the Patriots' offensive line and running game will be key if New England hopes to win, what to make of the Bills defence with many of their wins coming against weak opponents and quarterbacks, and more.
In this week’s edition of Start ‘em, Sit ‘em, Cut ‘em, Matt and Conrad dive into the NFL playoffs as well as some of the spiciest stories in the NHL. The guys discuss which underdog they like the most for Super Wild Card Weekend, which NFL coaching gig is the most attractive, which NHL team would be the best fit for Evander Kane, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the future of the NFL is on display this weekend with six quarterbacks 27-years-old or younger playing. Then Matt is joined by TSN football insider Dave Naylor to discuss what Dane Evans' extension means for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Jeremiah Masoli moving forward and why Bills-Patriots is his most anticipated game this weekend.
TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor joins Game Play to discuss all things football as well as the ongoing turmoil facing the Arizona Coyotes. Naylor chats about what Dave Evans' extension means for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Jeremiah Masoli moving forward, why Bills/Patriots is his most anticipated game this weekend, what the future holds for Arizona Coyotes as they languish in the basement of the NHL standings with no arena deal in place for next season and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses all of the biggest storylines ahead of NFL Super Wild Card Weekend. Matt explains why the future of the NFL is on display this weekend with six quarterbacks age 27 or younger playing, why this weekend is a reminder for teams to keep drafting quarterbacks if they haven’t found theirs yet, why bettors shouldn’t fear the underdogs and more.
TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to share his takeaways from the Leafs' road trip so far, his thoughts on Matt's suggestion of putting Mitch Marner on the second line when he returns, if there's pressure on Petr Mrazek tonight against the Arizona Coyotes and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz Matthew Cauz gets into some NFL Super Wild Card Weekend picks, if Novak Djokovic will be able to compete at the Australian Open and more in this week's edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs colour analyst Jim Ralph to discuss his takeaways from the Leafs' roadtrip so far.
Betstamp chief operating officer Rob Pizzola joined Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss some interesting NHL futures bets to take advantage of, if it's a good idea to take the Pittsburgh Penguins at +1500 to win the Stanley Cup, his leans for Wild Card Weekend in the NFL and more.
Matthew Cauz answers some of life's most pressing questions...
NFL Super Wild Card Weekend... Auston Matthews and a potential Leafs record... Will Novak Djokovic be able to compete at the Aussie Open... Sushi for lunch???
TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Natey Adjei joined Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss how bad it looks on Devin Booker to shoo away the Raptors' mascot when taking free throws, losing the home court advantage of fans, the positive takeaways from last night's lost to the Suns and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Raptors colour commentator Natey Adjei about the team's loss to the Suns last night and Devin Booker's confrontation with the Raptors' mascot. Then Matt is joined by Betstamp chief operating officer Rob Pizzola to discuss whether it's a good bet to take the Penguins at +1500 to win the Stanley Cup with Evgeni Malkin returning and his leans for Wild Card Weekend.
The Athletic NFL writer Robert Mays joins Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss whether it is more important to nail the coaching or general manager hire, Baker Mayfield's future in Cleveland, which team offers the best available coaching opportunity and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how the Arizona Coyotes have all but ensured that Auston Matthews will never play for his hometown team due to their constant failures. Then Matt is joined by NFL writer for The Athletic, Robert Mays, to discuss the coaching firings around the league and if it's more important to hire a strong coach or general manager.
In today's Opening Thought, Matt thanks the laundry list of wealthy, successful people that have owned or been part-owners of the Arizona/Phoenix Coyotes franchise for not being able to make the team into a success on or off the ice and ensuring Auston Matthews will never play for his hometown team.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Suns writer for SB Nation, Dave King, about why nobody is talking about the Suns and if the team is a legitimate NBA title contender. Then Matt is joined by the host of VSiN's Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi, to go over Wild Card Weekend in the NFL.
Host of the Lombardi Line on VSiN Michael Lombardi joins Game Play to tee up what should be a thrilling Wild Card Weekend in the NFL. Lombardi shares his thoughts on all things NFL including Joe Judge’s dwindling time in New York, who he likes in the Wild Card Weekend matchups this weekend, the respective futures of Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson, whether Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson could both be back in Seattle next season, and more.
In this week’s edition of the Tuesday Top 5 Matt and Austin rank the greatest ties in sports history. The guys discuss how the 2002 MLB All-Star Game might be the most influential tie in history before sharing their respective lists.
SB Nation Suns Writer Dave King joins Game Play to discuss all things Phoenix Suns as they visit the Toronto Raptors tonight. King shares his thoughts on why he thinks the Suns have the best balance between offence and defence in the NBA, managing Chris Paul’s reps in his age-37 season, Deandre Ayton’s future with the club after failing to agree to an extension before the start of this season, whether the Suns deserve the title of the best team in the Western Conference, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into where the Maple Leafs stand among the best teams in the league. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com NHL betting analyst Josh Inglis to preview tonight’s game between the Maple Leafs and Golden Knights and dive into why there has been a noticeable shift in the betting lines ahead of tonight’s game.
Covers.com NHL Betting Analyst Josh Inglis joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vegas Golden Knights. Inglis dives into why there has been a noticeable shift in the betting lines ahead of tonight’s game, Vegas’ struggles on the defensive side of the puck, where the Leafs stand in the big picture this season, why Lightning netminder Andrei Vasilevskiy is in a tier of his own, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why NFL teams should focus less on finding the perfect coach and more on having the right general manager and quarterback. Then Matt is joined by TheScore NBA Editor Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss why the Raptors will have their hands full against one of the best teams in the NBA in the Phoenix Suns tonight.
TheScore NBA Editor Esfandiar Baraheni joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Toronto Raptors and Phoenix Suns. Baraheni discusses why the Raptors will have their hands full against one of the best teams in the NBA, Fred VanVleet’s stellar play this season as he develops into one of the best game managers in the league, why Pascal Siakam is playing some of the most consistent basketball of his career, Phoenix’s chances of winning an NBA title, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses why NFL teams should focus less on finding the perfect coach and more on having the right general manager and quarterback. Matthew dives into why teams like the Bears, Dolphins, and Jaguars are stuck in a perpetual cycle of mediocrity, how Andrew Luck’s retirement altered the course of the Colts franchise, why quarterbacks and not coaches will always be the savior in the NFL, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to VSiN hockey expert Andy MacNeil about how the NHL's return to play from the holiday break has affected the betting market. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB and host of The Night Cap on VSiN, Shaun King, to recap a crazy Week 18 and his reaction to the firing of Brain Flores in Miami.
Former NFL QB and host of VSIN night cap Shaun King joins the show to recap a crazy week 18, the firing of Brain Flores in Miami, and the national championship game tonight.
VSIN hockey expert Andy MacNeil joins the show to talk about how the NHL return to play and how that has effected the market. Then goes over which team he is backing so far this year and who he is fading so far this year.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the San Francisco 49ers have an excellent chance against the Dallas Cowboys in Sunday's NFC Wild Card game. Then Matt is joined by Sport Business Review betting analyst Scott Cullen to recap the Leafs' demoralizing loss after holding a 4-1 lead against the Colorado Avalanche.
Sports business review betting analyst Scott Cullen joins the show to talk about the Leaf's Colorado game. Then the national championship game and the best bets for it. And finally they discuss a wild final week in the NFL.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz pays tribute to Bob Saget and America's Funniest Home Videos after his sudden passing. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com senior betting analyst Jason Logan to review Week 18 in the NFL and take a look at Wild Card Weekend and where the best value bets will be.
Covers.com senior betting analyst Jason Logan joins the show to review week 18 in the NFL and the season more broadly as well. Then they take a look at the Wild card weekend and where they see early value coming.
For Matt's opening thought today he pays tribute to Bob Saget and American Funniest home videos by going over the weekend in Sports and groin shots!
Covers.com Editor-in-Chief Brandon DuBreuil joins Game Play to discuss how to approach player props and plays in what should be a volatile Week 18 slate. DuBreuil also chats about betting angles based on player incentives, whether Mark Andrews and Cooper Kupp will be successful in their pursuit of a couple of records, what to expect for Sunday night’s winner-take-all game between the Chargers and the Raiders, and more.
Sports Information Traders Analyst Jon Price joins Game Play to discuss the final week of the NFL season and the College Football playoffs. Price explains how listeners can gain an edge for this weekend by visiting www.sportsinformationtraders.com before sharing his thoughts on this week’s game between the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets.
With Week 18 of the NFL season upon us, Matthew Cauz dishes out the final regular-season edition of Confidence Picks. Matt dives into why he likes a variety of dogs this week in the Steelers, the Dolphins and the Panthers, before explaining why he thinks the Chiefs and Browns should be considered locks this week.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino about the start of the 2022 PGA Tour season, expectations for Brooke Henderson on the LPGA this year and when we can expect to see Tiger Woods return. Then Matt is joined by Sports Illustrated Raptors writer Aaron Rose to preview tonight's game between the Raptors and Jazz.
Sports Illustrated Raptors Reporter Aaron Rose joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the Toronto Raptors and the Utah Jazz. Rose discusses how the Jazz will handle tonight’s game amidst a COVID outbreak, if players across the NBA are leery of playing in Canada due to enhanced COVID measures, Fred VanVleet’s modest all-star voting numbers despite a career season, and more.
Golf Talk Canada host Mark Zecchino joins Game Play to talk about the start of the 2022 PGA Tour season, expectations for Brooke Henderson in the LPGA and when we can expect to see Tiger Woods return.
Leafs Lunch co-host Julia Tocheri joins the show to go over the waiving of Nick Ritchie, the Leafs' big game against the Avalanche this weekend without Mitch Marner and winter car maintenance.
For matt's opening thought today he goes over the week 18 slate and what he hopes to see from each game this weekend!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the uncertainty of Week 18 in the NFL and what he would like to see happen with three playoff spots left up for grabs. Then Matt is joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Julia Tocheri to discuss Nick Ritchie being placed on waivers and the Leafs' game against the Avalanche on Saturday.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Football Outsiders editor-in-chief Aaron Schatz about how to find value in a very volatile betting market for Week 18 and the Aaron Rodgers-Tom Brady MVP debate. Then Matt is joined by First Up's Aaron Korolnek to share his thoughts on Cooper Kupp and Kyle Pitts chasing records in the final week of the season.
Co-Host of First Up Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to chat about his best bets for an uncertain Week 18 NFL slate. Korolnek shares his thoughts on Cooper Kupp and Kyle Pitts chasing records in the final week of the season, a couple of coaches who have a great shot of winning Coach of the Year, and more,
Football Outsiders Editor-in-Chief Aaron Schatz joins Game Play to tee up a volatile Week 18 slate in the NFL while offering some advice on how to find value. Schatz also discusses his thoughts on the Aaron Rodgers - Tom Brady MVP debate, the imminent return of Titan’s running back Derrick Henry, who he thinks should win Offensive Rookie of the Year, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN 1050 Raptors host Nikki Reyes about the team's 117-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks last night and Pascal Siakam playing at an All-Star level since his return from injury. Then Matt tackles a variety of hot button topics across the world of sports with producer Conrad in this week's edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em".
With Black Monday just around the corner for the NFL, Matt and Conrad take a closer look at which coaches could be receiving their pink slip next week. The guys discuss where Matt Nagy might land if he’s let go, why Joe Judge deserves to be fired but probably won’t be, Pete Carroll’s future in Seattle, and more.
In this week's edition of Start Em, Sit Em, Cut Em, Matt and Conrad tackle a variety of hot button topics across the world of sports. The guys get into who they think the Leafs 5th best forward is, where the Raptors will finish in the standings, a trio of sports villains, which actor best played the role of ‘Spider-man’, and more.
TSN 1050 Raptors Host Nikki Reyes joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Raptors 117-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks last night. Reyes dives into Pascal Siakam playing at an all-star level since his return from injury, the dynamic playmaking ability of rookie Scottie Barnes, Kyrie Irving’s long-awaited return, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the heroes and villains making headlines around sports this week. Then Matt is joined by The Globe and Mail Maple Leafs reporter Marty Klikenberg to discuss the contrast between how Leafs fans currently feel as opposed to Oilers fans, the team he used to cover.
Globe and Mail Maple Leafs Reporter Marty Klinkenberg joins Game Play to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-2 win against the Edmonton Oilers last night. Klinkenberg also dives into whether the Leafs can overcome mental hurdles once the playoffs arrive, the dire situation facing the Oilers amidst a prolonged slump, the challenges Toronto faces with a potential condensed 2nd-half schedule looming, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Touchdown Wire reporter Mark Schofield about Trey Lance's recent start for the 49ers and if Cowboys fans should have faith in Dak Prescott come playoff time. Then Matt gets into the results of his poll to see if Twitter thinks it's harder to be a Leafs fan or an Oilers fan.
Touchdown Wire Reporter Mark Schofield joined Game Play earlier today to discuss all things NFL including Trey Lances' recent start, should Cowboys fans have faith in Dak Prescott come playoff time and much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Yahoo! Sportsbooks analyst Ariel Epstein about her best bets for the final week of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss how his recovery from COVID-19 is going and what's coming up for the Leafs as they get into 2022.
TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joined Game Play earlier today to discuss how players have been affected by COVID across sports, the drama in Edmonton between Mikko Koskinen and Dave Tippett and much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into whether it's harder to be Leafs fan or an Oilers fan and how long you can live off the memories of past successes. Then Matt is joined by TSN Edge's Wesley Cheng to discuss how he's leaning in tonight's game between the Raptors and Bucks and if the market is lagging behind when it comes to Raptors betting lines.
TSN Edge Betting Analyst Wesley Cheng joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the matchup between the Raptors and Bucks tonight, what bets to take in Toronto's game, the return of Kyrie Irving and much more!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to NASCAR ARCA series driver Amber Balcaen about her journey to racing in the ARCA series this year. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to preview tomorrow night's game against the Edmonton Oilers.
Toronto Sun Maple Leaf reporter Terry Koshan joins the to talk about the return of Zach Hyman to Toronto, what it is like covering the team in an empty building. Then they move onto the team and what to look for as we go forward.
NASCAR ARCA series driver Amber Balcaen joins the show to talk about her journey to the ARCA series this year, and how she got there!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into whether Connor McDavid will begin asking for a trade due to the state of the Oilers and his bets on McDavid's future in Edmonton. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com betting analyst Andrew Caley to go over the Week 18 lines, what to avoid in the final week of the season and take a look at the National Championship game in college football.
Covers.com betting analyst joins the show to go over the week 18 lines and what to avoid and do in the final week of the season. Also look at the national championship game and what you should be doing.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why we should be looking forward to this bonus Week 18 of football with several playoff positions still up for grabs. Then Matt is joined by CBC.ca and Complex basketball writer Vivek Jacob to discuss the Raptors' game tonight against the Spurs and DeMar DeRozan's chances to win MVP.
CBC and complex sports writer Vivek Jacob joins the show to about the Raptors game tonight against the Spurs, and there weekend that was. Then they talk about DeMar and his Chances to win MVP.
For Today's opening thought Matt runs down all the week 17 NFL action from the weekend and where we stand now!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his Week 17 Confidence Picks in the Cauz Confidence Pool. Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors host Nikki Reyes to discuss Serge Ibaka's return to Toronto tonight and a tribute to the great Betty White after her passing today at the age of 99.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into some sports New Years resolutions and Matt also lists some of the top sporting events from the past year. Then Matt is joined by Postmedia NFL columnist John Kryk to discuss if there's been a bigger story in the NFL over the past calendar year than Tom Brady's continued greatness.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how the great sporting achievements by Canadians in 2021 have gotten lost in the rest of the news, while also providing his predictions for next year. Then Matt is joined by the co-author of, “Inexact Science, The Six Most Compelling Draft Years in NHL History”, Bruce Dowbiggin.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to First Up's Aaron Koronek about his best bets for the upcoming weekend in the National Football League. Then Matt is joined by TSN basketball analyst Jack Armstrong to discuss whether the Raptors are finally getting healthy again and the difficulties of coaching with a clear lack of chemistry.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to soccer commentator Alf De Blasis about the rumours swirling around Lorenzo Insigne joining Toronto FC and the potential impact he'd have on the team. Then Matt gets into why he believes both Ben Roethlisberger and Aaron Rodgers will not be back with their respective teams next season.
Hockey Canada chief operating officer Scott Smith joined Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss what the last 24 hours have been like in the wake of having to cancel the World Junior Hockey Championship, the impact on everyone involved and if there's any possibility to re-schedule the tournament.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why we should've possibly seen the cancellation of the World Juniors coming. Then Matt is joined by Hockey Canada chief operating officer Scott Smith to discuss the cancellation of the World Juniors and if there's been any lessons learned that they can take from this.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN World Juniors reporter Mark Masters about Connor Bedard's impressive start to the tournament and testing positive for COVID. Then Matt is joined by Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter, to get a COVID update on the Leafs' roster and look ahead to the team returning to the ice on Saturday.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into some sports and non-sports topics including picking sleeping through New Year's Eve rather than missing the Super Bowl in this week's edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by Eric Koreen from The Athletic to break down the Raptors' loss last night to the Sixers.
Shortly before it was announced that the World Juniors was cancelled, TSN World Juniors reporter Mark Masters joined Matt Cauz on Game Play to discuss Canada's victory against Austria, Connor Bedard's impressive start to the tournament, testing positive for COVID and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how influential and important John Madden was to the NFL after he passed away yesterday at the age of 85. Then Matt discusses the difference having Pascal Siakam back in the lineup made for the Raptors even though they still lost last night against the 76ers.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about the Raptors' huge loss to the Cavaliers over the weekend and who might be getting back in the lineup for the team tonight when they face the Sixers. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB Shaun King to recap the biggest storylines from Week 16 in the NFL.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic's Scott Wheeler about the Americans forfeiting their game tonight against Switzerland due to players testing positive for COVID-19. Then Matt ranks his "Top-Five Athletic Performance During the Christmas Break" in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why COVID hasn't been fair to the Raptors, but you can't have fair in sports and it's only about survival. Then Matt is joined by Pro Football Focus analyst Seth Galina to discuss the surging Dolphins and if anyone can stop Dak Prescott and the Cowboys.
In hour 3 Jack Armstrong joins the guys to chat Raptors and NBA followed by Cam Janssen joining in to talk Christmas Holidays, his new morning show gig, and the restart of the NHL after their extended Christmas break.
NHL Draft and Prospects Reporter for The Athletic Scott Wheeler joins Game Play to tee up all things World Juniors with the tournament set to kick off on Boxing Day. Wheeler discusses what to expect from the presumptive 1st-overall pick in next year’s NHL Draft Shane Wright, which teams he expects to contend for a gold medal, how Matvei Michkov will fare for Russia, which Maple Leafs prospects fans should keep an eye on, and more.
Sports Betting Analyst for Yahoo! Sportsbook Ariel Epstein joins Game Play to tee up the final Thursday Night Football game of the year between the Tennessee Titans and San Francisco 49ers. Epstein explains why she is leaning towards the Titans tonight before discussing how COVID has altered the approach of sports bettors this season, some of her best bets for Week 16 of the NFL season, and more.
Toronto Star Columnist Dave Feschuk joins Game Play to discuss the recent reports that the Toronto Blue Jays are looking to renovate Rogers Centre with a $200-$250 investment. Feschuk also chats about why building a new stadium for the Blue Jays would be a challenge, the NBA’s ongoing COVID issues, the Raptors being reduced to a G-League squad, why premium pricing for tickets sometimes doesn’t make sense, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Touchdown Wire writer Mark Schofield about how special the connection is between Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford and Russell Wilson's struggles with the Seahawks. Then Matt is joined by TSN hockey analyst Dave Poulin to discuss the main reasons why the Tampa Bay Lightning are so good and the difference in this year's Maple Leafs team.
TSN Hockey Analyst David Poulin joined Game Play earlier to discuss the main reasons why the Tampa Bay Lightning are so good, the difference in this years Maple Leafs team & much more!
Writer for the Touchdown Wire Mark Schofield joined Game Play earlier today to discuss all things NFL including how specila the connection is between Kupp and Stafford, what's wrong with the Seahawks and Russell Wilson & much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz makes his picks, including some holiday-themed answers in this week's "This or That". Then Matt talks to The Athletic's Eric Koreen about the Raptors' game against the Bulls being postponed as the team continues to battle a large COVID outbreak.
The Athletics Raptors Reporter Eric Koreen joined Game Play earlier today to discuss all things NBA including the Raptors COVID outbreak, how the NBA Has handled the rise of COVID cases and much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gives out his gifts to the sports world on his last show prior to Christmas. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun sports columnist Steve Simmons to get his thoughts on the NHL officially withdrawing from the upcoming Winter Olympics.
Toronto Sun Sports Columnist Steve Simmons joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the NHL pulling out of the Olympics, what's so special about the Olympic village and much more!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Pro Football Talk writer Myles Simmons about the NFL's handling of the increased COVID cases across the league and Bill Belichick's apology to the media. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Ben Baldwin to discuss what teams to "trust" in the NF and the age old debate of whether or not to go for it on fourth down.
Football Writer for The Athletic Ben Baldwin joined Game Play earlier to discuss all things NFL including what teams to "trust" in the NFL, the old age debate on whether or not to go for 4th downs in certain situations and much more!
On this edition of Tuesday Top 5, Game play host Matt Cauz is in the festive spirit and lists his top five gifts that he would like to give athletes, teams and leagues!
Pro Football Talk Writer Myles Simmons joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the NFL/Covid situation, Bill Belichick's apology to the media, the growth of young QB's and much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the latest Raptors players entering COVID protocols today and if tomorrow's game will even take place. Then Matt talks to VSiN NBA betting analyst Jonathan Von Tobel about whether the NBA will be able to have their Christmas Day games, the impact Anthony Davis' injury has had on the Lakers and Kyrie Irving's return to the Nets.
VSiN NBA Betting Analyst Jonathan Von Tobel joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the NBA Christmas Day games, the impact Anthony Davis' injury has had on the Lakers, the return of Kyrie Irving and much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the NHL's announced shutdown until December 26 and its impact on the betting market. Then Matt is joined The Athletic Maple Leafs reporter Joshua Kloke to discuss Petr Mrazek's unusual season so far and the inevitable withdrawal of the NHL from Olympic participation.
The Athletic Maple Leaf Reporter Joshua Kloke joined Game Play earlier today to discuss Petr Mrazek's unusual season so far, NHL participation in the Olympics and much more!
On another edition of Opening Thought, Game Play host Matt Cauz discusses topics such as the NHL shutting down until December 27th and discusses NHL bets to consider taking.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Toronto Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin about how self-isolation is treating him, the return of OG Anunoby and the Raptors' win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Then Matt is joined by Pickwise NFL betting analyst Jared Smith to react to a crazy Week 15 in the NFL and preview both of the Monday Nighters.
Pickwise NFL betting analyst Jared Smith joins the show to talk about the fallout from week 15 all the action, and preview both of the Monday Nighters going on tonight!
The voice of the Toronto Raptors joins the show to talk about how self isolation is treating him, the return of OG , and the Raptors win over the Golden State Warriors
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into the prop bets for tonight's double-dose of Monday Night Football. Then Matt talks to Covers.com editor-in-chief Brandon DuBreuil about how they dealt with the constant movement from Friday and how that chaos actually led to more chances to make money in the market.
Editor in Chief of Covers.com joins the show to talk about how they dealt with the constant movement from Friday, and how that choas led to chances to make money in the market. Then they preview the the Monday nighters.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps a weekend in sports that was dominated by COVID, except for Tiger Woods. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk to discuss how the NHL has handled the surging COVID cases across the league and the impact this will likely have on the NHL's decision to participate in the Olympics.
Toronto Star sports writer Dave Feschuk joins Matt to look at all the angles that COVID 19 is effecting the NHL, and what the Leafs look like after these delays.
For Matt's Opening thoguht today, he recaps a weekend in sports that was dominated by COVID, except for Tigger Woods
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shares his latest Cauz Confidence Pool picks for a tumultuous Week 15 in the NFL. Then Matt gets into the changes to the NFL schedule, the NHL postponements and whether the Leafs' weekend matchups against the Vancouver Canucks and Seattle Kraken will go ahead as planned after John Tavares and Alex Kerfoot entered COVID-19 protocols.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Hockey News Maple Leafs reporter David Alter about the team's COVID situation as the entire league continues to struggle with outbreaks. Then Matt is joined by NFL columnist for the Toronto Sun to try and make sense of the chaos unfolding in the NFL due to COVID postponements.
Postmedia NFL writer John Kryk joins the show to talk how the NFL is dealing with COVID, Thursday night football recap, and a week 15 look ahead.
Hockey news Leafs reporter David Alter joins the show to talk about the COVID news with the Leafs, as well as the entire league dealing with the situation. And some general Leafs.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz is joined by TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger to start the show to discuss Paul Maurice's sudden resignation as head coach of the Winnipeg Jets and Maple Leafs forwards John Tavares and Alex Kerfoot entering the league's COVID protocols. Then Matt talks to Covers.com business reporter Geoff Zochodne about the Auditor General's report on Ontario's gaming market.
Covers.com business reporter Geoff Zochodne joins the show to talk about the Auditor General's report on Ontario's gaming market and the legal challenges facing it.
For Matt's opening thought he gives you advice on how Toronto can fight Covid-19 this weekend!
TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger joins the show off the top to discuss the breaking news of Paul Maurice resigning as head coach of the Winnipeg Jets and COVID hitting the Leafs with John Tavares and Alex Kerfoot entering the league's protocols.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz get into who should be considered the greatest goal scorer in NHL history in this week's edition of "Start 'em, Sit 'em, Cut 'em". Then Matt is joined by former President and CEO of MLSE, Richard Peddie, to discuss the reduced capacity limits put in place by the Ontario government for sporting events in the province, his new venture with the River Bookshop and the financial hit MLSE faces as a result of reduced capacity.
Former President and CEO of MLSE Richard Peddie joins Game Play to discuss the renewed capacity limits put in place by the Ontario government for sporting events in the province. Peddie also chats about his new venture with River Bookshop, the financial hit MLSE faces as a result of reduced capacity, his take on the Urban Meyer firing in Jacksonville and if the Jaguars have an ownership problem, and more.
In this week's edition of Start Em, Sit Em, Cut Em, Matt and Conrad come out of the gate hot debating who should be considered the greatest goal scorer in NHL history after Alex Ovechkin tied the all-time mark for power-play goals last night. Matt and Conrad also chat about whether Urban Meyer’s brief tenure with Jacksonville is the worst in NFL history, who had the best shot yesterday in a wild night of NBA action, why Taco Bell is superior to Pizza Hut, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg about Fred VanVleet’s recent comments on how Steph Curry influenced the next generation of undersized point guards and how the teams is handling the uncertainty regarding league-wide COVID outbreaks. Then Matt is joined by Betstamp COO Rob Pizzola to discuss tonight’s game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers, as well as his best bets for the Week 15 NFL slate.
Betstamp Chief Operating Officer Rob Pizzola joins Game Play to discuss tonight’s game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers as well as his best bets for the Week 15 NFL slate. Pizzola dives into why he likes the Chargers tonight despite the Chiefs being favourites, how Urban Meyer’s firing affects the line for Jacksonville’s game against Houston, why sports betting has been so challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic, whether he expects Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson to suit up this week, and more.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins Game Play to chat about the incredible season Kevin Durant is having for the Brooklyn Nets and the negative perception surrounding Durant that still exists in some circles. Lewenberg also discusses Fred VanVleet’s recent comments on how Steph Curry influenced the next generation of undersized point guards, how the Raptors are handling the uncertainty regarding league-wide COVID outbreaks, and more.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz shows some appreciation for a few elder statesmen across the world of sports and explains why the feats they are accomplishing at advanced ages is so impressive. Then Matt is joined by First Up co-host Aaron Korolnek to tee up tonight’s game between the LA Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs and why he expects a big night for Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce.
Co-Host of First Up Aaron Korolnek joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between the L.A Chargers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Korolnek explains why he expects a big night for Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce before diving into some more of his best bets for the Week 15 NFL slate. Korolnek also shares his thoughts on the CFL potentially adopting new rules in the future, a trio of older athletes who are impressing in their respective sports, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz shows some appreciation for a few elder statesmen across the world of sports and explains why the feats they are accomplishing at advanced ages are so impressive. Matt discusses why Steph Curry’s volume and efficiency shooting three-pointers is unrivaled, how Alex Ovechkin had made unbreakable records seem within reach, Tom Brady continuing to defy Father Time, and more.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gives his thoughts on an eight-pack of questions to choose from in this week's edition of "This or That". Then Matt is joined by TSN 1050 Raptors host Nikki Reyes to discuss why Kevin Durant is such a hard superstar to root for, the Raptors' OT loss to the Nets and the development of Scottie Barnes.
TSN 1050 Raptors Host Nikki Reyes joined Game Play earlier today to discuss why Kevin Durant is such a hard superstar to root for, the game between the Raptors and the Nets, the development of Scottie Barnes and much more!
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Mount Sinai Division of Infectious Disease's Dr. Andrew Morris about how the Omicron variant will affect future sporting events in Toronto. Then Matt is joined by ESPN+ NFL analyst Aaron Schatz to take an honest look at the Arizona Cardinals and the inconsistency of the Buffalo Bills.
ESPN+ NFL Analyst Aaron Schatz joined Game Play earlier today to discuss everything NFL including his honest thoughts on the Arizona Cardinals, how inconsistent are the Buffalo Bills and much more!
Mount Sinai Division of Infectious Disease Dr. Andrew Morris joined Matt Cauz on Game Play earlier today to discuss how the Omicron will effect future sporting events in Toronto and much more!
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why there's no way he will bet on Steph Curry to win MVP because Kevin Durant is the only pick to take in the MVP race. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss the Leafs' dominant 5-1 win over the Oilers last night and the NHL's struggles to contain COVID outbreaks across the league.
The Athletic NHL Reporter Dom Luszczyszyn joined Game Play earlier today to discuss if the Leafs are the best team in the NHL, what's stopping Nylander from becoming a superstar and much more!
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Bulls radio play-by-play announcer Chuck Swirsky about the recent spike of COVID cases in all major sports leagues and the impact DeMar DeRozan has had on the Bulls. Then Matt gets into which stadiums he thinks would be the best to see sports history happen in this week's Tuesday Top-Five.
The Ringer NFL Writer Steven Ruiz joined Game Play earlier today to discuss if Urban Meyer will keep his job after this season, takeaways from the Cardinals-Rams Monday night game, between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, who's more important to their team and much more!
With Steph Curry on the verge of breaking the NBA’s all-time 3-pt record at MSG tonight, this week’s edition of the Tuesday Top 5 looks at which arenas, stadiums, or fields are the best for sports history to happen in. Matt explains why an NFC Championship game at Lambeau Field would set the stage for a record-breaking night and why he wants to see the 100-Metre Dash return to its home in Greece. Meanwhile, Austin talks about how we’re long overdue for a heavy-weight fight in Sin City and why Edmonton would be the perfect place for Alex Ovechkin to break a certain Wayne Gretzky record.
Bulls Radio Play-by-Play announcer Chuck Swirsky joined Game Play earlier today to discuss the recent spike of COVID cases in all major sports leagues, the impact DeMar DeRozan has had on the Bulls and much more!
Toronto Sun Maple Leafs Reporter Terry Koshan joins Game Play to tee up tonight’s game between Toronto and the Edmonton Oilers. Koshan discusses what to expect from Ilya Mikheyev and Travis Dermott as they return to the line-up tonight, whether Jake Muzzin and Justin Holl can get back on track after subpar starts to the season, the ongoing COVID issues facing the NHL and the Olympics, and more.
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz recaps everything he got right and dead wrong in Week 14 of the NFL season. Then Matt is joined by Toronto Sun Maple Leafs reporter Terry Koshan to preview tonight's matchup between the Leafs and Oilers.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into how things have changed since the Maple Leafs' showdowns with the Oilers in last year's North Division. Then Matt is joined by The Athletic Bills beat reporter Tim Graham to discuss Josh Allen’s elite rushing prowess from the pocket, the uncertain playoff picture for the Bills and the revival of the Patriots in the AFC East.
The Athletic Bills Beat Reporter Tim Graham joins Game Play to discuss Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills after their loss on Sunday to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Graham dives into why Allen is such a dynamic rusher from the quarterback position, how the Bills would cope if Allen were to miss time, Buffalo’s inability to run the ball with their running backs, the Bills adjusting expectations from Super Bowl contenders to now clawing for a playoff spot, how Bill Belichick has revitalized the New England Patriots, and more.
In today’s Opening Thought, Matthew Cauz discusses the Maple Leafs as they get set to play against the Edmonton Oilers tonight and how much things have changed since last year’s North Division. Matt dives into why the Leafs need a strong performance tonight even if it is not a ‘must win’ or a ‘measuring stick’ game, if Toronto can clean up their recent defensive struggles, how Edmonton brought out the best in Toronto last year, how the perception of Jake Muzzin and Justin Holl has shifted drastically, and more.
Former NFL QB and host of VSIN Nightcap joins the show to talk about week 14 in the NFL, and the Monday night showdown between the Cardinals and the Rams
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to Leafs Lunch Mike DiStefano about the Leafs' win over the Blackhawks on Saturday and his flawless weekend of picks for Team Al-Dog. Then Matt is joined by former NFL QB and host of Night Cap on VSiN, Shaun King, to recap all the action from Week 14 in the NFL and preview tonight's Monday Night Football matchup.
Host of Leafs Lunch joins the show to talk about his big weekend in football, as well as the Defense core, and the Leafs weekend
In the second hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz talks to The Athletic Raptors beat reporter Eric Koreen about the NBA's struggles with COVID, the league's first postponed games of the season and the Raptors' matchup against the Kings tonight. Then Matt gets into Sheldon Keefe's post-game comments about the the Leafs being out of sync and the improvements to the team's power play.
Matt Cauz opening thought is on the CFL and whether changing the entire game is truly the solution to more offence.
In the first hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz gets into why the CFL needs some improvements, but it's not the rules that need to change. Then Matt is joined by TSN CFL Insider Dave Naylor to talk about his weekend at the 108th Grey Cup and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers' thrilling OT victory.
TSN CFL insider Dave Naylor joins the show to talk about his weekend at Grey Cup this week, the game itself, and where the League geos from here.
In the final hour of Game Play, Matt Cauz returns with his Cauz Confidence Picks for Week 14 in the NFL. Then Matt is joined by Covers.com analyst Josh Inglis to talk about the Leafs' loss to the Lightning last night and the Leafs' odds to win the Atlantic Division going forward.
Covers.com analyst Josh Inglis joins the show to talk about the Leafs game last night, abd the Leafs Alantic Division odds going forward, as well as some Football material!
In the second hour of Game Play, Extra Point Network co-host Dave Damesheck joins Matt for a surprise appearance to ask why Cauz went to South Africa and talk a little Steelers after their loss to the Vikings on Thursday Night Football. Then Matt talks to Andrew Caley from Covers.com about the Week 14 slate in the NFL.
Andrew Caley from covers.com joins the show to look ahead to Week 14 in the NFL including Cards-Rams only being 2 point favorites , and the Blue jays off season thus far
Extra point network co-host Dave Damesheck joions the show to ask Matt why he went to South Africa, and talk a little Steelers as well.
Scott MacArthur talked to Gino Reda about the Penguins Game 7 victory over the Senators, the greatness of Sidney Crosby and Erik Karlsson. Scott talks Toronto FC with Gareth Wheeler, and the Blue Jays with Steve Phillips.
Scott MacArthur, Scott Mitchell, and Israel Fehr talk about the Rangers/Jays rivalry and the AL East storylines. Scott talks about Game 7 between the Penguins and Senators.
Scott MacArthur is joined by Scott Mitchell and Israel Fehr for a Blue Jays Roundtable. Scott talks about the greatness of the recent Penguins Stanley Cup run. Scott talks about the return of Josh Donaldson and Troy Tulowitzki to the Jays lineup.
TSN 690 host, Tony Marinaro joins Scott at the start of the hour addressing Subban's success with the Predators and any controversy around his time in Montreal. Scott is joined by former Blue Jays GM, Gord Ash as they analyze Aaron Sanchez's injury and what path the Jays could follow for the remainder of the season.
Scott is joined by Dunedin Blue Jays broadcaster, Jim Tarabocchia, to give us an update on Tulowitzki and Donaldson as they work their way back into the Jays starting lineup. They also take a look at prospects whom of which could be making their way into the major league in the near future due to injury. Later, Scott is joined by TSN's Raptors reporter, Josh Lewenberg, to talk more on Raptor's GM Jeff Weltman as he exits the organization to head to the Orlando Magic.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott discusses moving Sanchez to the bullpen after his latest stint on the DL, the Jays continued injury woes, and more alongside TSN/TSN 1050 Blue Jays Reporter Scott Mitchell.
Scott MacArthur talks to Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda about the Senators/Penguins and Predators/Ducks series. Scott asks Gino if the Senators could affect the rest of the league defensively. Ben Bishop joins Scott about being the new Dallas Stars starting goaltender. Scott projects the next week for the Jays, NBA, NHL and who made the list?
Scott MacArthur continues his baseball round table with Richard Griffin and Scott Mitchell about the hot hitting Kevin Pillar, RA Dickey's return to Toronto, and Derek Jeter's legacy. Scott talks how Gregg Poppovich mixes sports and politics.
Scott MacArthur talks about the Blue Jays turnaround with Richard Griffin from the Toronto Star and TSN 1050 Jays reporter Scott Mitchell for a baseball round table. Scott gives his thoughts on why the Ottawa Senators just may win the Stanley Cup and why that could be bad for hockey.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda. Gino previews the series between the Senators and Penguins and which players to watch in the next round of the NHL playoffs. TSN 1050 host and voice of the Toronto FC, Gareth Wheeler also joins the show to talk about TFC's winning streak and previews their next game against the Minnesota United.
On the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by Marly Rivera of ESPN and ESPN Deportes to talk about Derek Jeter's jersey retirement and reflects on Jeter’s historic career. Scott is also joined by host of the Penguins Radio Network, Brian Metzer as he previews the match-up between the Ottawa Senators and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott debuts a new segment "Who Is This Blue Jay?", as Jeter is getting his number retired, Scott ask which Jay should have his number retired and TSN 1050 Baseball Analyst Steve Phillips joins the show to talk about the Jays needing to capitalize on an important 7 game stretch.
In Hour 3, Scott MacArthur is joined by Canadian Baseball Network Writer Bob Elliott to discuss the Jays and TSN Hockey Analyst Pierre LeBrun is in studio to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs and another Jays pitcher lands on the DL.
In hour 2, TSN 1050 Baseball Analyst Dirk Hayhurst joins the show to talk about the Jays and then Writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer Keith Pompey calls in to discuss why Philadelphia should do anything they can to get Lowry.
In hour 1, Scotty Mac talks Blue Jays and the comeback win against the Indians and an important 8 games coming up and Russian sports writer Slava Malamud joins the show to discuss Alex Ovechkin's legacy and whats next after another disappointing playoff run.
In Hour 3, TSN 1260 radio voice Jason Gregor joins the program to discuss the game 7 between the Oilers and Ducks, AP writer Stephen Whyno breaks down the series between the Pens and Caps and Scott finishes off with the list.
In Hour 2, Scott is joined by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Gregor Chisholm joins the show to discuss the Jays injury bug and the return of Donaldson and TSN Golf analyst Bob Weeks to preview The Players Championship from TPC Sawgrass.
In hour 1, Scotty Mac opens up the phone lines to see oh fans are feeling about Raptors culture reset, Captaincy possibly for Auston Matthews, and the Blue Jays injuries. Also, TSN Raptors Analyst Jack Armstrong also joins the program to talk about what a possible culture reset means for the Raptors going forward
Scott MacArthur talks to former Jays ace Ricky Romero about his rise and fall in Toronto. Josh Lewenberg gave his thoughts about Masai Ujiri's "Culture Reset" statement today and what it means.
Israel Fehr from The Athletic joined Scott MacArthur in-studio talking Blue Jays injuries, Edwin Encarnacion, and the future of Josh Donaldson.
In Hour 1, Scotty Mac discusses Masai Ujiri press conference takeaways , NHL Playoffs including what a game 7 win for the Capitals would do for them, and TSN 1200 Host Ian Mendes joins the show to discuss the Rangers and Senators game 7.
In Hour 1, Scott discusses Raptors morning shoot around and updates on Kyle Lowry. TSN 1050 Baseball analyst Steve Phillips is talking Blue Jays heading into Tampa Bay and should Sidney Crosby be playing.
On the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by the voice of the Raptors, Paul Jones as he previews Game 3 between the Raptors and Cavaliers. Scott is also joined by TSN Soccer analyst Kristian Jack as he previews Toronto FC's game against Seattle in an MLS Cup rematch.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda. Gino talks about Crosby returning too soon, the speed game affecting teams like the Capitals and the idea of Chris Neil being inserted into the lineup for the Senators. TSN Hockey reporter Mark Masters also joins the show to give you an update of Sidney Crosby.
In the third hour of today's show, TSN 1050 Raptor's Reporter joins Scott MacArthur live in studio for a full hour of Raptors' coverage.
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur talks to TSN 1050 Raptors Colour Analyst Jack Armstrong
In the first hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by MLB.com's Michael Feinsand to talk about his controversial article, and brings you today's edition of "SHOUT OUT!"
In a jam packed hour 2 Scott MacArthur is joined by Kara Wagland discussing the struggling Blue Jays. Andy McNamara joins the show talking about the NFL Draft and Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson joins the show at the bottom of the hour.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Richard Griffin discussing the Jays and Jack Armstrong talking about the importance of game 6 for the Raptors tomorrow.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Gino Reda joins the show to discuss the round one Capitals/Leafs series thus far, and what he feels needs to be done by the Leafs in the remaining three games to be successful. The show is then ended with You Just Made the List as Scott previews game 5 of the Capitals/Leafs.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Steve Phillips joins to discuss the Jays struggles around the diamond and what the Jays need to do to bounce back. Scott Cullen also joins the show to discuss the Predators sweep of the Blackhawks & run down the rest of the NHL playoffs.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, the phone lines are opened for fans to discuss the Leafs and the upcoming game 5. Scott is also joined by Joe Bowen to preview game 5 of the Leafs-Caps series, speak on what both teams need to improve upon and get you ready for the back end of the series.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Geno Reda joins the show to discuss his hockey superstitions and his preview of tonight's game between the Leafs. Jack Armstrong also joins the show to talk about Game 2 last night, Ibaka's ankle injury and the potential of Giannis Antetokounmpo.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Dave Strader joins the show to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff series and the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Jim Tatti gives us his preview for the big Game 4 tonight between the Capitals and Leafs. Finally, Kara Wagland joins the show to share her thoughts on the Jays struggles.
During the first hour of The Scott MacArthur Show, TSN Maple Leafs Reporter Kristen Shilton joins the show to talk about the leafs morning skate, and Scott opens up the phone lines for the full hour.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Raptors' radio voice Paul Jones and Canadian Press NHL writer Jonas Siegel.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty is joined in studio by MLB.com Blue Jays reporter Gregor Chisholm to break down the Jays' struggles and injuries, and speaks to TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters.
In the final hour of the Scott MacArthur show, MacArthur is joined by Jason Gregor to discuss the Edmonton Oilers/San Jose Sharks series and at the bottom of the hour Jack Armstrong joins the show to talk Raptors.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scotty is joined by Dave Naylor bring some CFL talk. Also joining the show Glenn Schiller joins in on the fun with some Stanley Cup predictions and at the bottom of the hour Kara Wagland joins the show discussing the struggling Jays.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda in studio, and talks to Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty is joined by Leafs Radio Colour Analyst Jim Ralph, Golf Talk Canada Host Mark Zecchino and Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star and TSN the Reporters.
In the Third Hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Kristen Shilton joins to talk about the impact of the Leafs loss to Tampa Bay and previews what the Leafs need to do this weekend in order to play playoff hockey. Steve Phillips also joins the program to discuss what his expectations for Francisco Liriano are this season and his early season thoughts. Lastly Dave Feschuck joins to discuss the Masters Tournament.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Paul Jones joins the show to discuss where the Raptors stand heading into the playoffs, why the Raptors should be looking to avoid the Cavaliers until the conference finals, and how Lowry's return positively-impacts the Raptors. Scott Cullen also joins the show to discuss the current NHL playoff picture and discuss early season fantasy baseball
On the first Hour of The Scott MacArthur Show with special guest host Mike Hogan, Leafs Lunch Co-Host Dave Poulin stops by to talk about the leafs, the importance of the leafs veterans, and the style of hockey that we see in the NHL playoffs.
In Hour 3 of the Scott MacArthur show, Joe Bowen kicks off the last hour as a guest to discuss the unbelievably-enjoyable 16/17 Leafs campaign. Additionally, Bell Media Day in support of the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and their home lottery continues with Vice-President of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Christine Lasky joining the show as a guest to discuss the behind-the-scenes work at The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. At the bottom of the last hour, Canadian Baseball Network writer Bob Elliott joins the show as a guest to discuss the 0-2 start for the Blue Jays this season and their game tonight versus the Rays.
In the second hour of The Scott MacArthur Show live from The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Home Lottery, Scott and Co-Host Gareth Wheeler are joined by Pierre LeBrun to discuss Stamkos' injury situation, Auston Matthews rookie season and the NHL Olympics decision. The hour is ended with Best Bets and their thoughts on tonight's Toronto match ups.
In the first hour of this very special edition of The Scott MacArthur Show live from The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Home Lottery, Scott and Co-Host Gareth Wheeler talk about Gareth's recent cancer diagnosis, possible playoff match-ups, and the leafs journey to the playoffs.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty is joined by long time Olympic host, TSN's Brian Williams and is joined in studio by Overdrive host Bryan Hayes.
In the second hour of today's show, TSN.ca Leafs reporter Kristen Shilton talks about the Leafs youngsters with Scotty Mac and GolfTalk Canada's Mark Zecchino joins the program from Augusta.
In the first hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by MLB.com Jays Reporter Gregor Chisholm about some of the differences in the Blue Jays this year.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty is joined in studio by Tim Horton's That's Hockey Host Gino Reda and discusses the Senators' recent struggles with Ottawa Sun/Postmedia Hockey Columnist Bruce Garrioch.
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN Reporter Paul Hollingsworth from Camden Yards in Baltimore, and speaks with Bruce Arthur of TSN The Reporters and the Toronto Star about the excitement around Toronto sports
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac helps you get set for Blue Jays' opening day speaking with Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin and pressboxonline.com's Orioles reporter Rich Dubroff.
In the third Hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Geno Reda joins the show to discuss the Leafs rookies, the potential Nikita Zaitsev extension and run through his Studs & Duds. Dirk Hayhurst also joins the program to discuss his AL East predictions and run through his thoughts and concerns on the Blue Jays
In the second Hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Andy McNamara joins the show to preview the AL East and break down TSN 1050s baseball preview show. Scott Cullen also joins the program to discuss his MLB Power Rankings and share his thoughts on the 2017 MLB season. Finally Jerome Williams joins the show to discuss the Raptors and the recent play of the LeBron James and the Cavs
In the First Hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott breaks down the TFC Home opener, the huge Leafs victory vs the Predators last night and what it means for the playoff picture. Patrick O'Sullivan also joins the program to discuss the current state of the Leafs and what last nights victory means for the playoff picture.
In the Third Hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott continues the discussion on how many points the Leafs need to qualify for the playoffs. Scott is also joined by TFC Defender Steven Beitashour to discuss last years MLS Finals defeat, the early season results and what life is like playing in Toronto.
In the second hour of the show, MacArthur discusses his Blue Jays Spring Training Preview. Additionally, James Mirtle joins the show as a guest to discuss a number of Toronto Maple Leafs topics.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur, Scott discusses the potential point total it would take for the Leafs to officially qualify for the playoffs. Pierre LeBrun joins the show as a guest to discuss a number of notes from around the league
In the final hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Gino Reda joins the show talking about Auston Matthews and at the bottom of the hour Jack Armstrong joins the show talking about the Eastern Conference.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur continues to take us through his Blue Jays Preview as he looks at our Jays Outfield. Also discussed in the hour was the Raptors hopes to making it back to the Eastern Conference finals.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Mark Masters joins the show discussing Frederik Andersen possible return in goal for the Leafs.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Raptors' play by play voice, Matt Devlin, and talks to the radio voice of the Leafs, Joe Bowen.
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Richard Griffin of the Toronto Star for a full hour Blue Jays' preview show.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker to discuss Toronto's pitching staff as we are now under a week away from opening day.
Packed final hour. Gino Reda and Jamie McLennan help ease the nerves of Leafs fans when talking about Curtis Mcelhinney. Josh Lewenberg joins Scotty to talk about Terrence Ross' return to Toronto
Scotty Mac starts his week-long Blue Jays season preview by breaking down the Jays infield. TSN Legend Michael Farber joins Scotty in-studio and we break down Scotty Mac's projections and ProLine picks
Scotty Mac discusses Curtis McElhinney starting for the Leafs with Kristen Shilton and we're a week away from the start of the MLB season; MLB.com's Gregor Chisholm stops by to chat
In the Third Hour of the Scott MacArthur, Canadian Press NHL writer Jonas Siegel joins the program to discuss the possibility of NHL players missing out of the Olympics and what it could mean for the future of the NHL. Jonas also speaks on the NHL playoff picture. Pierre McGuire also joins the program to discuss the Leafs rookies and what the potential of a 3rd place division finish could mean for the Leafs in the playoffs.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, the phone lines are opened to discuss the Jays rotation, the Leafs playoff hopes and recent run of Sidney Crosby dangerous plays. Baseball analyst Steve Phillips joins the program to discuss the opening day starter for the Jays, the outlook of the starting rotation and share his thoughts on the ball club heading into the end of Spring Training.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to discuss last night Leafs game and the current run of the Maple Leafs. Buffalo News Sabres Columnist Mike Harrington also joins the program to discuss the outlook of the Buffalo Sabres, their coaching staff and run through the current state of the Buffalo sports scene.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by The Athletic's James Mirtle to discuss the Polak suspension, the Leafs playoffs hopes and what they have to do to clinch a playoff spot. Scott is also joined by Nabil Karim to discuss March Madness and what the rest of the tournament is lining up to look like.
In Hour 2 of the Scott MacArthur show, Bob Elliott joins the show as a guest to discuss Marcus Stroman's recent positive performances at the World Baseball Classic and also where the Jays stand heading into Opening Day. Additionally, Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to discuss his opinion on the suspension handed down by the League to Roman Polak. Also in the second hour, Pierre LeBrun joins the show as a guest to discuss where the league stands in regards to the 2018 Olympic decision and add other notes from around the league.
In Hour 1 of the Scott MacArthur show, MacArthur discusses a number of 'hot takes' including last nights win by the Leafs and their game tonight versus the Devils, Roman Polak's ejection and suspension stemming from last nights game, and the 2017 World Baseball Classic Final MVP Marcus Stroman. Raptors Analyst Duane Watson joins the show to discuss the current status of the Raptors and previews tonight's Raptors game in Miami versus the Heat
In the final hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Gino Reda talking about the Jack Adams award and at the bottom of the hour Jack Armstrong joins the showing talking about P.J Tucker.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show Tim Hauraney joins the show in studio discussing the best young Canadian talent in Auto Racing Lance Stroll.
In the first hour of the of the Scott MacArthur show Dave Poulin talks about the Leafs playoffs run, and Bill Davidge drops by to talk about John Tortorella and the Blue Jackets good defensive core.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Raptors Radio Voice Paul Jones and Bulls Radio Announcer Chuck Swirsky as the two teams prepare for tonight's game.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty talks to Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin about the contract extension of John Gibbons.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Patrick O'Sullivan to discuss the Leafs' big win over Boston, and speaks with TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips about John Gibbons and the state of the Blue Jays.
In a packed final hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Gino Reda of Tim Horton's That's Hockey, and speaks with TSN 1050 Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg and Boston Globe Bruins' Reporter Fluto Shinzawa.
In the second hour of today's show, Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun and TSN the Reporters joins Scotty Mac in studio to talk Leafs and Jays.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac gets ready for tonight's Leafs/Bruins match up with the Maple Leafs Radio Voice Joe Bowen.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by TSN Soccer analyst Kristian Jack to discuss Toronto FC's next game against the Vancouver Whitecaps and the status of Sebastian Giovinco's injury. Scott is also joined by NBC Sports and TSN 1050 Hockey analyst Pierre McGuire to talk the Leafs big win in Tampa.
On the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott opens up the phone lines for Open Phone Friday. Scott also is joined by ESPN.com and TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun to talk about if the Leafs win in Tampa saved their season.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott recaps last nights results for the Raps/Leafs and what their current playoff odds are. Scott Cullen joins the program to discuss the Leafs strong points this season, break down the trophy races in the NHL and attempt to rank the playoff contenders in the East.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Mark Masters joins the program to discuss the Leafs/Lightning up coming game, how the Leafs will be able to bounce back. MLB agent Scott Boras also joins the show to discuss his recent comments on Aaron Sanchez's contract renewal, what his message to Aaron Sanchez is and to speak on Aaron Sanchez's value.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Jack Armstrong joins the show to preview the Thunder/Raptors match up and discuss March Madness. Scott runs through recent MLB news and takes a look at the NHL playoff picture to end the hour.
In hour 1 of the Scott MacArthur show, Steve Phillips in the top half of the hour comes on the program to discuss Scott Boras and the Aaron Sanchez contract saga.
In the final hour of the Scott MacArthur Show Gino Reda joins the show to discuss the Leafs tough lost last night, and at the bottom of the hour R.J Bell joins the show getting us ready for March Madness.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show Jack Armstrong joins the show discussing the raptors upcoming games against the Oklahoma City Thunder and some March Madness favorites.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show Dave Poulin joins the show to talk some Leafs and Richard Griffin joins the show to discuss the Jays.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty is joined by Hockey Hall of Famer and Florida Panthers Analyst Denis Potvin, and checks in with Israel Fehr of The Athletic about the Blue Jays.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty is joined by James Mirtle of The Athletic and Michael Traikos of the Toronto Sun to talk about Auston Matthews' recent performance and his chances at grabbing the Calder trophy.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Leafs Lunch co-host Patrick O'Sullivan and discusses everything Raptors' with Raptors TV Voice Matt Devlin.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey Host Gino Reda in studio, and chats with Golf Talk Canada Host Mark Zecchino about Adam Hadwin's PGA tour victory.
In the second hour of today's show, TSN 1050 Raptors Reporter talks about the Raptors continuing life without Lowry, and Toronto Sun/TSN The Reporters' Steve Simmons joins Scotty Mac in studio.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by TH2N Host Glenn Schiiler to talk about the state of Canadian teams for the late season playoff push.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda for Studs and Duds Friday. Scott is also joined by NBC Sports and TSN 1050 Hockey analyst Pierre McGuire to talk about the Leafs big win against the Flyers and how puck possession wins games.
On the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott opens up the phone lines to take your calls. Scott is also joined by TSN 1050 Raptors radio voice Paul Jones to preview the Raptors game tonight against the Atlanta Hawks.
in the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Dave Poulin joins the show to talk last nights Leafs victory, the NHL playoff picture and to share his thoughts on Morgan Rielly's season. Scott Cullen also joins the program to discuss what the numbers said about last nights Leafs game. Scott ends the hour with a new segment, Shout Out!
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Tim Leiper joins the show to discuss the current state of Jays Spring Training, Jose Bautista and the World Baseball Classic. Rod Smith also joins the show to talk CFL football, high profile Quarterbacks that could join the CFL and what that could mean for attendance numbers in the upcoming seasons.
In Hour 2 of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Pierre LeBrun to discuss the NHL General Manager meetings. Later on in the hour, Kevan Funk joins the show as a guest to discuss his Canadian film about hockey. To finish off the hour, Canadian MMA fighter Misha Cirkunov joins the show as an in-studio guest to discuss his opinions on the potential McGregor/Mayweather fight and the St-Pierre/Bisping fight.
In Hour 1 of the Scott MacArthur show, Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to discuss his outlook on the Leafs. Throughout the rest of the show, MacArthur is joined by former-NHL defenseman Brent Sopel who discusses his piece in the Players Tribute story about his struggles with learning disabilities. Also, TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters joins the show to discuss the upcoming Leafs schedule and how the goaltending situation should play out.
The Final hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Gino Reda joins the show to talk hockey and New Orleans Pelicans Reporter Justin Verrier joins in at the bottom of the hour.
The second hour of The Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur brings us some basketball talk with Jack Armstrong and Toronto Rock Great Colin Doyle joins the show in studio.
In the first hour of The Scott MacArthur Show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Patrick O'Sullivan to talk Leafs and Frank Schwab joins in on the fun discussing NFL Free Agency.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Leafs Reporter Paul Hendrick and Bill Watters, two longtime friends of Joe Bowen, to talk about some of their fondest memories with Bonsie as he prepares to call his 3000th Leaf game.
In the first hour of today's show, James Mirtle, the editor of the Athletic T.O, talks about the Leafs playoff chances, and Scotty Mac gives a couple shout outs.
In the final hour of today's show, Hogan is joined in studio by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda and speaks with Alex Marvez of the Sporting News/Sirius Radio NFL about this week's NFL draft.
In the second hour of today's show, Hogan is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Reporter Kristen Shilton and is joined in studio by Toronto Star columnist Bruce Arthur.
In the first hour of today's show, guest host Mike Hogan is joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Patrick O'Sullivan in studio and talks to TSN 1050 Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg about the Raptors' past week and what to expect from them going forward.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Gino Reda runs through his studs and duds, shares his thoughts on the PK Subban tribute and Leafs shootout woes. Pierre McGuire also joins the program to discuss the NHL trade deadline and what teams improved the greatest. The show is ended by You Just Made the List.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Matt Devlin joins Mike Hogan to discuss the current state of the Raptors, the potential prospects and where the Raptors go from here. Mike also runs down current news in the world of sports.
In the first hour of the Scott Mac Arthur Show, Mike Hogan fills in today discussing the Leafs shootout struggle with Patrick O'Sullivan, and at the bottom of the hour is joined by Scott Cullen to talk some analytics.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Bruce Arthur joins the show to discuss the NHL trade deadline, Dave Feschuk also joins the program to discuss the Leafs moves and Brian Hayes runs down the trade deadline with Scott & Patrick O'sullivan.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Steve Simmons quickly joins the show to discuss the trade deadline, Simon Tsalikis joins to discuss the Montreal Canadiens, Mark Masters joins to speak on the Leafs and Craig Button ends the hour to recap trade deadline day.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to give his reaction on the trade deadline, Ian Mendes also joins the show to discuss the Ottawa Senators and their deadline acquisitions. Kristen Shilton also joins the show to talk the Leafs West Coast trip.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Gino Reda of Tim Horton's That's Hockey before the show is hijacked by breaking news of a Maple Leaf deal and an injury to Kyle Lowry... TSN 1050 Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joins the program.
In the second hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Toronto Star Columnist Bruce Arthur, and Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin brings us up to speed on Blue Jays' training camp.
On the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Leafs Lunch co-host Patrick O'Sullivan, talks to Raptors Radio play by play voice Paul Jones about the new look Raptors and gets an update from Uncle Shawny's sunny vacation.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda joins Scott MacArthur for the Friday edition of Studs and Duds. NBC Sports and TSN Hockey analyst Pierre McGuire also joins the show to talk about Morgan Reilly becoming a top defenseman as well as shedding some insight into Montreal's struggles.
On the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Toronto Sun and TSN The Reporters Steve Simmons joins the show to talk about the moves made by the Raptors at the deadline. Josh Lewenberg discusses the Raptors acquisition of P.J Tucker. TSN NBA analyst Leo Rautins also joins the show to break down the moves made by the Raptors at the trade deadline.
On the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Canadian Press NHL writer Jonas Siegel joins the show to talk Morgan Rielly's development as a player and preview the Leafs game tonight against the New York Rangers. TSN 1050 Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg also joins the show as he follows any developments in the NBA trade deadline.
In the First hour of a Special NBA Trade Deadline edition of the Scott MacArthur show, Josh Lewenberg joins the show to discuss potential trades in stores for the Raptors and at the bottom of the hour Pierre LeBrun joins the show discussing the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Geno Reda joins the program to discuss last nights Leafs thrilling overtime win, how impressive both star rookies have been and what the Leafs could potentially get in return for Nylander. Scott also goes through "You just made the list" at the end of the hour and voices his opinion on the MLB rule changes.
In hour 2, Scott is joined by TSN Raptors analyst Jack Armstrong to discuss the Raptors return after the All Star break and the upcoming trade deadline. Dave Naylor also joins the show to discuss the Argos search for a new President/GM and the possibility of Johnny Manziel playing in the CFL.
In Hour 1, Dave Poulin joins Scott in studio to discuss the Leafs Jets game from last night, the potential of Auston Matthews, and the status of the Ottawa Senators. Canadian National Women's Soccer Forward Janine Beckie also joins the program to discuss the status of the women national team heading into the Algarve Cup, and her personal experiences as an athlete and Olympian.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN Jets TV voice Dennis Beyak to chat about the Jets hot streak before their bye week and then Kelly McDavid, mother of Connor drops by in studio to discuss when she knew her son would be a special hockey player.
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur talks to TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters about tonights Jets vs Leafs (or Laine vs Matthews) game, and the Million Dollar Man himself makes an appearance! WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase talks joins Scotty to discuss life inside and outside of the ring.
In the first hour, Scott MacArthur chats with Dave Poulin to preview Laine-Matthews II and then CBSSports.com NBA writer James Herbert stops by to talk about the deals before the trade deadline.
Gino Reda joins the Scott MacArthur show to talk Leafs, Auston Matthews goal, the battle between Auston Matthews and Patrik Laine. Mark Zecchino from Golf Talk Canada weighed in on Dustin Johnson's rise to number one in golf, and Scotty adds some new names to You Just Made The List!
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur talks to James Mirtle of The Athletic about the Leafs' team needs and playoff push, and is joined in studio by Toronto Star/TSN The Reporters' Bruce Arthur to break down the blockbuster Boogie Cousins deal.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Toronto Star Baseball Analyst Richard Griffin to take a look at how the Blue Jays are shaping up as Spring Training continues.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Kristen Shilton joins the show to discuss Marner's injury and how it impacts the Leafs going forward. Pierre McGuire also joins the show to discuss the importance of Crosby's 1000th point and talk the recent NHL suspension news.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show, the phone lines are open as Scott takes calls about today's sports stories, and at the bottom of the hour Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss the American League East.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs and at the bottom of the hour Scott Cullen joins the show to talk about potential trades the Leafs can take on.
in the final hour of the Scott MacArthur show Tessa Bonhomme joins the show to discuss the latest stories in the NHL and at the bottom of the hour Josh Lewenberg joins the show to discuss the struggling Raptors.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Dan Robertson to discuss the coaching switch in Montreal, and at the bottom of the hour Steve Phillips joins the show to discuss possible Jays batting order.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show Jonas Siegel joins the show to discuss the recent play of the Leafs, the head coaching switch in Montreal and how many games might Nyquist get for his vicious high stick
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur tees up the Leafs game tonight with the Islanders Radio Voice Chris King and is also joined by TSN 1050 Raptors Radio Voice Paul Jones to discuss the Serge Ibaka deal.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by Leafs TV host/reporter Paul Hendrick to preview tonight's game versus the Islanders and TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips chats about pitchers and catchers reporting for spring training.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by TSN Raptors Analysts Josh Lewenberg, Jack Armstrong and Leo Rautins to break down today's big deal between the Toronto Raptors and Orlando Magic.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by tonight's Tim Horton's That's Hockey host, Tessa Bonhomme, and speaks with TSN Raptors Analyst Josh Lewenberg about possible friction in the Raps' locker room.
In the second hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by John Pollock of The Fight Network to talk about Saturday night's fight results and Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star and TSN The Reporters joins Scotty in studio to talk about the Raptors.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters, and brings you up to speed on what seems to be a growing controversy for the Raptors.
In the final hour of The Scott MacArthur Show Tessa Bonhomme joins the show to discuss the Leafs, and at the bottom of the hour Pierre McGuire joins the show to discuss the Leafs reckless play as of late.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show the phone lines are open as he takes calls from the audience, and at the bottom of the hour Toronto Star Columnist Richard Griffin joins the show to discuss the Jays and what we have to work with going into the the regular season.
In a jam packed hour 1 of the Scott MacArthur show Bob Weeks joins the show to discuss Tiger Woods, TSN Analytic Guru Scott Cullen joins the show and at the bottom of the hour Leafs Forward James Van Riemsdyk joins in on the fun to discuss the You Can Play project and how he feels about trade rumors.
In the first hour of The Scott MacArthur Show, Scotty Mac is joined by ESPN.com/TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.
In the Final hour of the Scott MacArthur show Gino Reda joins the show to talk about how good Auston Matthews really is and at the bottom of the hour Kevin McGran joins the show to discuss the NHL Expansion Draft.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur show Jack Armstrong joins the show to talk about the Raptors away game today against the Timberwolves and later in the show Dave Poulin joins the show to talk about Frederik Andersen.
In the First hour of the Scott MacArthur show Patrick O'Sullivan joins the show to discuss the Leafs game last night and and the importance of analytics in hockey and specifically in the face-off area of the game. At the bottom of the hour Scott MacArthur brings us some Jays talk.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Alex Marvez of The Sporting News and Sirius/XM NFL, and Matt Kalman of NHL.com and CBSBoston.com discusses the Bruins' firing of Claude Julien.
In the 2nd hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by the voice of the Raptors Matt Devlin following their big slump busting win, and former NHLer John Chabot talks about his hockey series on APTV. Papa MacArthur joins the program to look back on Darryl Sittler's historical 10 point night.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac opens the phone lines to talk Leafs, and is joined by the host of TSN's That's Hockey 2Nite Glenn Schiiler to discuss the Leafs' blueline and the Bruins' dismissal of Claude Julien.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Gino Reda the host of Tim Horton's That's Hockey and TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Sean Salisbury
In the 2nd hour of today's show, TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Mitch Berger helps break down where the Falcons went wrong in Superbowl LI and Scotty Mac is joined by Toronto Star Columnist/TSN the Reporters' Dave Feschuk .
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by TSN's Craig Button and speaks with Leafs Radio Voice Joe Bowen about how Toronto is becoming a top free agent destination.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Tim Hockey's That's Hockey host Gino Reda drops in for Friday's edition of Studs and Duds. TSN 1050 NFL analyst Sean Salisbury talks Superbowl weekend and gives his pick on who will win the Vince Lombardi trophy and TSN hockey analyst Pierre McGuire gives his take on when the Leafs should hit the panic button.
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, the phone lines are open to discuss a variety of topics and TSN Host/Anchor Tess Bonhomme joins the show to talk about the Super Bowl Contest.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur show Blue Jay Great Roy Halladay joins the show to discuss his playing career and his induction into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.
In hour 2 of the Scott MacArthur show, Josh Lewenberg joins the program to discuss the Raps loss last night to the Celtics. Bob Elliot of the Canadian Baseball Network also joins the shows to discuss Roy Halladay and Vladimir Guerrero's induction into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, James Duthie joins the program to discuss the atmosphere leading up to the Superbowl, how media week is trending and his most memorable sports moments. Raptors 905 Head Coach Jerry Stackhouse also joins the program to discuss his role in the Raptors organization.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show Scotty Mac is joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Patrick O'Sullivan and ESPN.com/TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.
In the third hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, TSN's Geno Reda joins the program to discuss Brad Marchand's recent run of questionable plays, the Blue coaching situation, update the Montreal Canadian situation and discuss the Leafs big loss against the Dallas Stars. Jabari Greer also joins the program to gave us his preview for the Superbowl and share stories from his playing days in the NFL
In the second hour of the Scott MacArthur Show, Scott discusses the Jays signing of LHP JP Howell, continues the discussion on the Ken Hitchcock firing and talks the Calder trophy favorites.The show also discusses the news in the week leading up to the Superbowl and takes a listen in on Roger Goddell's Superbowl press conference.
In the first hour of the Scott MacArthur Show the program is joined by Dave Poulin to discuss last nights Leafs loss against the Dallas Stars, what the second half will bring for the inexperienced Leafs and the Blues coaching change. Jack Armstrong Also joins the program to discuss last nights Raptors overtime victory and Kyle Lowry's future in Toronto.
In the final hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined by Sporting News and Sirius XM NFL's Alex Marvez to talk Superbowl and moves around the NFL and TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters joins the program.
In the secound hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by Jeff Pearlman to discuss the parallel history of Donald Trump leading the USFL and now the USA, Josh Lewenberg drops by to chat the Raps and Travis Kelce joins from Houston to give his Super Bowl prediction.
In the first hour of today's show, Scotty Mac is joined in studio by Craig Button to talk about the Leafs' upcoming schedule and opens the phone lines to discuss the role of athletes in politics.
In the third hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Geno Reda to discuss playoff & trade deadline possibilities concerning Eastern Conference Canadian Teams. The show is also joined by TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Sean Salisbury to discuss the unfortunate Teddy Bridgewater news and the NFL headlines leading up to the Superbowl. Finally Pierre McGuire joins the program to discuss the NHL All-Star game & the Leafs Re-Building plan.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur opens the phone lines to discuss the Raptors, the Leafs at the All-Star break, Tiger Woods and TSN Hockey's Top 67. The show is also joined by San Jose Sharks All-Star goalie Martin Jones to discuss his first career All-Star nod and his evolving role as an NHL starting goalie. Finally the hour is ended with You Just Made the List.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Patrick O'Sullivan to discuss last nights Leafs loss against the Flyers and the current mentality of the young stars heading in to the All-Star break. The show is also joined by TSN.ca Fantasy/Analytics Guru Scott Cullen to break down the analytics behind the Leafs defensive pairings.
In the third hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by James Mirtle to discuss the Leafs first half MVP, the excellent Leafs coaching and project future contracts for Leafs young stars. The show is also joined by Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star to discuss his view on Toronto sports.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Patrick O’Sullivan to discuss the recent run of success for the youthful Leafs and the Leafs first half MVP. The show is also joined by Pierre LeBrun to discuss the NHL trade deadline and the possibility of the Penguins & Capitals adding to their already strong rosters.
In the third hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN Tim Horton's That's Hockey Host Geno Reda to discuss the importance of #BellLetsTalkDay, share personal mental health stories & come together to create more awareness for Mental Health.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Jack Armstrong joins the show to discuss the Toronto Raptors tough stretch as of late, and later in the hour TSN Reporter Paul Hollingsworth joins the show to discuss his personal story with mental illness on a special #BellLetsTalkDay
On this very special edition of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur welcome Craig Button and former NHL Goaltender Clint Malarchuk to the show to discuss mental illness for #BellLetsTalk day.
In the final hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Alex Marvez of Sirius/XM and the Sporting News and Grey Cup champ Henry Burris joins the program to discuss his choice to retire from football.
Scott MacArthur is joined by LA Chargers Guard Orlando Franklin to talk about Scarborough Minor Football and the toll the sport takes on your body, and CFL on TSN Insider Gary Lawless talks about the puzzling front office shake up in Toronto.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur talks to Tim Horton's That's Hockey Host Gino Reda about the Maple Leafs and the questions about Frederik Andersen's durability, as well as TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg about the Raptors' recent swoon.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Mitch Berger to discuss the implications of yesterday's Championship games for all four teams, as well as Arturo Marcado of ESPN Deportes to remember the lives of Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura, and former MLB infielder Andy Marte.
In the first hour of "Alternative Facts Monday's" show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Toronto Star Columnist Bruce Arthur to talk Raptors struggles and the Australian Open. Jonas Siegel of the Canadian Press joins the program to talk Leafs, Tampa struggles and the uptick in NHL scoring.
In the third hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined by Gino Reda for Studs and Duds, TSN 1050 NFL analyst Sean Salisbury and NBC Sports hockey analyst Pierre McGuire.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur opens the phones to discuss the Jays management, NBA All-Star voting, Baseball Hall of Fame and the worst leaders in sport.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Dave Poulin & TSN Senators contributor Bruce Garrioch
In the final hour of TSN 1050 Today Scoot MacArthur is joined by Leafs reporter Kristen Shilton & Baseball Hall of Famer Andre Dawson to discuss Tim Raines election to the Hall of Fame.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Michael Farber joins the show to discuss Tim Raines entering the Baseball Hall of Fame, Former NFL Running Back Tiki Barber joins the show to get us ready for the weekend in the NFL and Justin Tasch joins the show to talk about the struggling Lundqvist.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 today Leafs Lunch Co Host Patrick O'Sullivan sticks around to discuss the Leafs defense and at the bottom of the hour TSN Football Analyst Chris Schultz joins the show to get us ready for this weeks NFL playoff games
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda and Scotty Mac calls out more people in "You Just Made The List!"
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN Leafs reporter Mark Masters and TSN 1050 Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg and Scott reveals his Baseball Hall of Fame ballot.
In the third hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined by Alex Marvez of Sportingnews.com and Sirius XM NFL Radio to tee up this weekend's Conference match ups. TSN Basketball Insider Jack Armstrong also joins the program to talk Raptors' trade possibilities and gets us ready for tonight's game in Brooklyn
In this hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur takes a look at the Eichel/Matthews debate from both sides, as Joe Bowen the voice of the Leafs and NHL.com Buffalo correspondent Joe Yerdon join the program.
In the first hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur is joined in studio by ESPN and TSN Hockey Insider Pierre Lebrun to compare Eichel and McDavid and the state of the Leafs' and Sabres' rebuilds as a whole
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda, as well as Toronto Sun Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin to discuss Jose Bautista's re-signing and what that would mean for the Toronto Blue Jays.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN 1050 NFL analyst Mitch Berger to dissect the Divisional Round of NFL playoff games, as well as TSN 1050 Baseball Insider Steve Phillips to talk about the re-signing of Jose Bautista.
In the first hour of today's show, Scott MacArthur opens the phone lines and is joined by TSN The Reporters' Bruce Arthur to discuss the Blue Jays resigning of Jose Bautista
In the third of hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda, NFL analyst Sean Salisbury and NBC Sports Hockey analyst Pierre McGuire.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott's joined by Toronto Rock Rookie Tom Schreiber to discuss Rock's upcoming season opener, and open the phone lines for listeners to talk about the possibility of Bautista returning, if Toronto is a football city, and if Auston Matthews is the player Maple Leaf fans have been waiting for.
In the First hour of TSN 1050 Today Patrick O'Sullivan sticks around to discuss some his favorite coaches and TSN Analytic/Fantasy Analytic Scott Cullen joins the show to discuss his NHL Mid Season Awards.
ESPN Buffalo Bills Reporter Mike Rodak joins the show to discuss the Big changes happening with the Bills Franchise. At the bottom of the hour Scott MacArthur tells us who made today's edition of "You Just Made the List"
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Toronto Star Columnist Dave Feschuck, NFL Reporter John Kyrk and Author of the book "I Was There" Eric Mirlis
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined in-studio by Leafs Lunch Co-Host Patrick O'Sullivan and TSN Football Analyst Chris Schultz.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by the host of Tim Horton's That's Hockey Gino Reda in-studio and then ESPN.com baseball writer Jerry Crasnick chats about the wacky baseball off-season.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN 1050 Raptors analyst Jack Armstrong to discuss the Raps big win against the Celtics.
In the first hour, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN 1050 Blue Jays Insider Steve Phillips to discuss his recent TSN.ca piece on the likelihood of a reunion between the Blue Jays and Jose Bautista.
In the first hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by Leafs Lunch co-host Dave Poulin to discuss Auston Matthews' first All-Star game and then host of The MMA Hour and The MMA Beat Ariel Helwani discuss Ronda Rousey's future.
Scott MacArthur is joined by Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Richard Griffin to talk Hall of Fame Ballots and TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg discusses the role of Jonas Valanciunas and possible moves for the Raptors.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by SiriusXM NFL host Alex Marvez to preview the upcoming divisional round and then the voice of TSN Soccer Luke Wileman chats about the FIFA World Cup expansion to 48 teams.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur is joined in studio by Tim Horton's That's Hockey host Gino Reda to discuss the McCabe hit on Patrik Laine, and NHL players being rested, then TSN Raptors TV Voice Matt Devlin talks about how Jonas Valanciunas fits into the NBA and what the Raptors need to do moving forward.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur talks to TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Mitch Berger about the underwhelming Wild Card Weekend while looking ahead to the Divisional Round, then is joined in-studio by Toronto Star Columnist and TSN The Reporters panelist Bruce Arthur to discuss how over-worked NHL players are in the modern era and whether the reward is worth the risk for the Raptors to acquire Paul Millsap.
In the first hour, Scott MacArthur is joined in-studio by Leafs Lunch Co-Host Patrick O'Sullivan and discusses the lacklustre Wild Card Weekend in the NFL as well as Jake McCabe's hit on Patrik Laine.
In the third hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined by NFL analyst Sean Salisbury to preview Wild Card weekend in the NFL. NBC Sports hockey analyst Pierre McGuire also joins the show to talk about the epic finish to the World Junior tournament and what's next for Columbus after Washington snaps their win streak at 16 games.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur introduces a new segment Free For all Friday, and at the bottom of the hour he is joined by Tim Rohan to discuss some football and Eli Manning.
In the First hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Dave Poulin to discuss the Gold Medal game and later is joined by Leo Rautins to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers and their new acquisition as well as the Toronto Raptors championship push.
During the third hour of TSN 1050 today, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN That's Hockey host, Gino Reda to preview tonight's gold medal game between Canada and USA and TSN Maple Leafs reporter, Kristen Shilton to discuss the maturity of Auston Matthews.
In hour 2 of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur brings us some baseball talk as he is joined by Richard Griffin and at the bottom of the hour joined by retiring Toronto Sun Columnist Ken Fidlin as he looks back on a great career.
Scott MacArthur recaps Edwin Encarnacion's press conference in Cleveland and previews Canada/USA World Junior Final w/Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star.
In the final hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN 1050 NFL Analyst Mitch Berger to preview Wild Card Weekend, as well as Blue Jackets TV Host on FOX Sports Ohio Bill Davidge to talk about the remarkable success of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined in-studio by Leafs Lunch Co-Host Dave Poulin, and later discusses the thought of the Blue Jays being mediocre in 2017.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Andy McNamara is joined by TSN 1050 Maple Leafs Reporter Kristen Shilton and USA Today's Martin Rogers.
In the final hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by Sirius XM NFL Radio Host and Sporting News NFL Columnist Alex Marvez, as well as TSN World Juniors Correspondent Tony Ambrogio.
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by Editor-in-chief of The Athletic TO James Mirtle, and welcomes the Co-Host of Raptors Gamenight and Home Court on TSN 1050 Duane Watson into the studio.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by TSN Reporter Mark Masters to discuss Canada's first game of the World Junior tournament against Russia.
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN's Gino Reda to discuss the possibility of John Tavares signing elsewhere in 2018 and then Josh Lewenberg chatted about the Raps bounce back effort in Orlando.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN 1050 NFL analyst Mitch Berger to recap Week 15 and then chatted with Ducks strength and conditioning coach Mark Fitzgerald about training elite athletes.
In hour 1 of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur was joined by Jim Ralph and Dan Wood to preview tonight's Leafs-Ducks matchup
In the final hour, Scott MacArthur was joined in-studio by That's Hockey host Gino Reda and then discussed some changes to the NFL schedule format with Sporting News columnist Vinny Iyer.
In the first hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by TSN 1050 Leafs analyst Patrick O'Sullivan to discuss the Leafs blowing another game late and Scott also chats about the proposed NFL schedule changes, and the Lou Marsh Award.
In the second hour, Scott MacArthur was joined by Toronto Star columnist Dave Feschuk and TSN Raptors analyst Jack Armstrong.
In the final hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur was joined by SiriusXM NFL jost Alex Marvez, TSN 1050 Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg and Scott brings you another edition of "You Just Made the List!"
In the second hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur was joined by Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons and Sharks Radio colour analyst Bret Hedican.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur was joined by ESPN Deportes Baseball host Marly Rivera and Scott also chats about the candidates for the 2016 Lou Marsh Award.
In the final hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan was joined by fellow TSN 1050 personality Scott Ferguson to recap the MLB Winter Meetings and do another edition of 'You Make The List!'
In hour 2 of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan was joined by Raptors on TSN analyst Leo Rautins, and TSN 1050 Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.
In hour 1 of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by Canadian Press Hockey writer Jonas Siegel.
In hour 2 of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by NFL analyst Mitch Berger, TSN Hockey Analyst Martin Biron and CBS Sports MLB writer Jonah Keri.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Mike Hogan is joined by TSN Blue Jays Reporter Scott MacArthur and ESPN NBA Writer Kevin Pelton.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by TSN Soccer Host Andi Petrillo and former TFC player Terry Dunfield.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Leafs Lunch Co-Host Dave Poulin and CFL on TSN Colour Analyst Glen Suitor.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today Scott MacArthur is joined by Leafs Lunch Co-Host Dave Poulin.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Scott MacArthur is joined by Toronto Star Columnist Richard Griffin and MLB.com's Gregor Chisholm for the Baseball Roundtable.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by TSN 1050 Baseball Analysts Dirk Hayhurst and Scott Ferguson.
In hour 3, Mike Hogan talks sports-themed Halloween costumes and is joined by Jack Armstrong to talk Raptors.
In hour 2 of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan chats with TSN NFL analyst Mitch Berger and Toronto Star columnist Bruce Arthur.
In the first hour of TSN 1050 Today, Mike Hogan is joined by ESPN NHL Analyst Scott Burnside and Home Court on TSN 1050 co-host Duane Watson.
Mark Master joins Mike Hogan in the final hour of TSN 1050 Today to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs, and an interesting talk about beers and nachos at the bottom of the hour.