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The FAN Pregame

The FAN Pregame

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Get ready for tonight's games with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert as they discuss the stories that matter most to sports fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 6pm-7pm ET.Copyright Rogers Sports & Media
Episodes
  • Pacers Get Thunderstruck
    Jun 23 2025

    Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with James Herbert (1:15) of CBS Sports following an incredible NBA Finals Game 7 with the Thunder being crowned as the NBA champions. They discuss how Tyrese Haliburton’s injury affected how the game will be remembered, Sam Presti’s job building a championship team for the present and the future, and what the future has in store for the Thunder. Then, Alanna Rizzo joins the show (29:03) to discuss the biggest storylines around the league. They discuss the wild card races around the league, Cal Raleigh’s historic season so far, if the Tigers will go all-in at the trade deadline, and much more!

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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    50 mins
  • Time to Hunt the Offseason + Two Best Words in Sports for the NBA
    Jun 20 2025

    Justin Cuthbert kicks things off with Frank Seravalli to discuss the fallout from the Stanley Cup Finals including what Connor McDavid’s future has in store. They discuss the areas the Oilers need to improve upon, McDavid’s impact in bringing players into the organization, if there is a need for change with the LTIR, if “super teams” are bad for the sport, Florida’s pending UFA’s, the potential destinations for top free agents and Noah Dobson’s contract ask. Then, ESPN’s Marc Kestecher joins the show ahead of the NBA’s first Finals Game 7 since 2016. They discuss the level of surprise that the Pacers have gotten to this point, how OKC can rebound from a blowout loss in a series-clinching game, Pascal Siakam’s impact on the biggest stages, the start of what could be a dynasty for OKC, and much more.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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    50 mins
  • A Dynasty Is Born in Sunrise + 2025/26 NHL Season Predictions
    Jun 18 2025

    The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup Champions once again. Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Colby Armstrong (1:10) to discuss the dynasty that is the Panthers and what to expect going forward with their pending UFA’s including Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett. They discuss if Marchand should keep his talents in Florida, how he evolved into a new role with the Panthers, how the Panthers conducted the Stanley Cup Handoff and what it says about the team’s culture. Next, they discuss what is next for Edmonton following their second straight loss in the Cup Finals to the Panthers. Then, Ailish and Justin go through their way too early hot takes for the 2025-2026 NHL season and where some of the biggest names could end up in free agency and discuss your hot takes on the text line.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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    50 mins
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