Tim and Sid

The guys debate whether or not the Oilers and Penguins can make it through to the first round of the NHL playoffs. Shi Davidi (24:43) tees up Nate Pearson’s second major league start. Brian Burke (46:40) tells us how the Maple Leafs can beat the Columbus Blue Jackets and if the NHL will have fans in the upcoming season. Kenny “The Jet” Smith calls in to rank his top teams in the NBA’s Eastern Conference and discuss the Raptors’ chances of capitalizing on their hot start (1:07:53).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The guys discuss the impact of Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake Muzzin’s injury with Justin Bourne (24:57) and how the team needs to adjust with lineup changes. Fresh off a Game 3 series win, Carolina Hurricanes goaltender James Reimer (36:08) calls in to share how the team celebrated the win. Elliotte Friedman (51:55) gives an update on his now-famous beard and tells us who he sees advancing to the next round in the NHL playoffs. Plus, Kevin Barker (1:08:30) has some issues with how the Blue Jays are setting their lineups and he’s got some ways to fix it. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Kendrick Perkins (12:28) tells us why he thinks the Toronto Raptors are coming out of the Eastern Conference in the NBA bubble and his takes on Lou Williams leaving the bubble. Dan Shulman (50:36) is ready to call the Blue Jays again after the team was on hiatus and he shares why this pitching staff might surprise some fans. Former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons (1:07:46), now a special scout with Atlanta, talks to us about Mike Soroka’s season-ending injury. Plus, the guys react to a scary moment during the Maple Leafs game as Jake Muzzin goes down with a neck injury. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The guys discuss how they took in a weekend filled with sports, after going almost 4 months with no sports at all. Marc Spears (26:43) of ESPN joins live from the NBA bubble with an update on how the Toronto Raptors’ success is being recognized by their opponents. Former NHL’er and Sportsnet analyst Kevin Bieksa gives his take on some of the upsets in the NHL over the weekend, plus his thoughts on Matthew Tkachuk’s dangerous hit on Mark Schiefele (51:44). Donnovan Bennett (1:13:20) speaks on the NHL’s show of diversity during their restart.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Tim and Sid discuss Rob Manfred giving an ultimatum to the MLBPA regarding controlling their exposure to COVID-19. Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson stops by (22:46) to talk about his first major league appearance and the high expectations he is setting for himself. Plus, we bring back Countdown to Kick-off but this time with a hockey twist, featuring the Stanley Cup in Tim’s backyard. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The guys discuss Joe Kelly’s eight-game suspension and the start of exhibition hockey. Leafs captain John Tavares (21:59) joins the show to discuss what it was like entering the NHL bubble, how different it feels playing with no fans, and who has impressed him the most so far. Max Kerman (38:16) of The Arkells talks how good it feels to have sports back and his partnership with Budweiser heading into the NHL’s restart this weekend. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Miami Marlins season has been suspended until Sunday and the guys break down it how it will affect the rest of league, including the Toronto Blue Jays. Elliotte Friedman (23:26) joins to tee up the start of the NHL exhibition schedule and give us an update on his impressive quarantine beard.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe (10:09) joins the guys live to describe his first day within the NHL bubble, the expectation on Nick Robertson, and how they face up against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Dan Shulman explains what the Miami Marlins COVID-19 outbreak means for the Blue Jays and the rest of Major League Baseball (28:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Toronto Blue Jays have found a new home this season in Buffalo, we’re joined by Kevin Barker (26:38) of Baseball Central and radio voice Ben Wagner (48:47) to talk about how this Triple-A stadium will affect the big league club this season. Plus, we bring back Best of the Week!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate

MLB announces major changes to their playoff structure and we do our best to break it down. TFC phenom Ayo Akinola (23:38) joins from the MLS bubble to discuss his hot start to the tournament. Team Canada’s Chef de Mission at the upcoming 2022 Tokyo Olympics Marnie McBean (37:36) fills us in on how the athletes are preparing for next year. Buck Martinez (1:05:11) has the call for the Toronto Blue Jays opener on Friday he shares how the crew will be calling games this year from the studio.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate

The guys are joined by Shi Davidi (24:45) as they try to paint a picture of what happened with the Blue Jays being denied access to PNC park by the Pennsylvania government. Chris Haynes (37:58) of Yahoo! Sports takes us inside the NBA bubble. Toronto Mayor John Tory (51:13) fills us in on the process the Canadian government went through with the Jays plan to play in Toronto. Sam Acho of the NFLPA executive committee (1:10:13) gets us up to speed on how the NFL players are feeling, about league safety, heading into camp. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman (4:57) drops by to preview Toronto’s upcoming schedule and what a young core can do with a shortened season. TFC head coach Greg Vanney (47:05) tells us what it’s like inside the MLS bubble and how his team has faired through the first three games of the tournament. Sportsnet’s Stephen Brunt (1:10:48) has a new essay highlighting how the return of sports can bring us together, we hear how it all came together during a pandemic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Tim and Sid are back together on the air after two weeks away from each other. New York Times football writer Ken Belson (26:56) joins the show to discuss how the NFL is preparing for their season that is quickly approaching and how unhappy the players appear to be. MLB Network analyst Jon Morosi (57:59) and Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:13:14) both come on to talk about the Blue Jays seeking a new temporary home in the US after the federal government denied the team’s plan to play in Toronto.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Toronto‘s 5th overall pick Austin Martin (21:47) stops by to describe what life has been like since joining the team and how he plans to spend some of his signing bonus money. Dallas Green (35:32) of City and Colour talks Raptors and tees up his “Budweiser Stage at Home” performance, along with Leon Bridges. Raptors GM Bobby Webster (48:00) discusses what life is like in the NBA bubble and how the Raps are looking ahead of the season restart. Washington Post writer Liz Clarke (1:08:20) gives her insight into the reports that have surfaced regarding sexual harassment in the Washington NFL organization. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The guys break down the Ontario Provincial Government’s statement clarifying where the Toronto Blue Jays will play their home games this season. Joe Siddall (24:29) takes us inside Rogers Centre and shares what he’s seen from this young Toronto core in its first two intrasquad games. Sid and Donnovan react to the Washington Post’s article detailing the abuse, of 15 women, at the hands of some members of Washington’s NFL franchise. Brian Burke (50:11) has thoughts on the NHL’s return to play and gives details on his new book. Jeff Blair (1:08:44) talks about how well he thinks the MLB bubble will work. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.