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Tim Micallef is joined by a rotating cast of insiders and newsmakers for hard-hitting sports debate and analysis — wrapped in a whole bunch of fun. It’s edu-tainment, for your ears.

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Tim Micallef is joined by a rotating cast of insiders and newsmakers for hard-hitting sports debate and analysis — wrapped in a whole bunch of fun. It’s edu-tainment, for your ears.

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English


Episodes
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The Final In-Studio Episode

4/10/2023
Tim and Jesse discuss the Blue Jays 12-11 win against the Angels. Donnovan Bennett (26:00) on the Raptors ahead of the Play-In game. Ramona Shelburne (37:00) on NBA news. Elliotte Friedman (49:00) on the NHL standings and the remaining games for the Flames and Jets. 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.

Duration:01:10:59

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What’s Going On In Augusta?

4/7/2023
Tim and Jesse chat about the NHL’s Eastern Conference Wild Card race and The Masters. Kenny Smith (25:10) gives his take on the NBA MVP debate. Blake Murphy (47:15) joins the show to talk about the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of their series against the Los Angeles Angels. Michael Grange (1:09:47) talks about the Toronto Raptors as they get closer to their final game of the regular season. 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.

Duration:01:34:24

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3 In A Row For The Jays

4/6/2023
Tim and Jesse discuss the unveiling of the Outfield District at the Rogers Centre. Jamie Campbell and Joe Siddall (6:13) join the show to talk about the recent success of the Toronto Blue Jays. Ricky Romero (30:00) chats about the pitching talent of the Toronto Blue Jays so far this season. Elliotte Friedman (1:10:55) stops by to talk about the playoff push of the Calgary Flames and the Winnipeg Jets. 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.

Duration:01:29:41

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Only 5 more shows left!

4/5/2023
Matt Devlin weighs in on what the future of the Raptors could look like. Adam Stanley previews The Masters from Augusta. Ken Reid drops by. Sean Reynolds, Ken Wiebe & Eric Francis tee up a huge matchup between the Flames and Jets in a battle for a wildcard spot. Dan Shulman talks about Yusei Kikuchi’s great first start for the Jays. 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.

Duration:01:33:49

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What is wrong with Jose Berrios?

4/4/2023
What is the matter with Jose Berrios? Jim Nantz steals a line from Tim. Tiger Woods is back at Augusta for the Masters, but for how long? Shi Davidi tries to find the silver lining with Berrios’ first start of the year. Will Lou on Nick Nurse’s comments about his Raptors' future. Is Nick Kypreos besties with Bill Burr? 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.

Duration:01:10:54

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Nick Nurse Done with the Raps?

4/3/2023
Overreaction Monday to the Jays’ first three games of the season. What is Nick Nurse’s future with the Raptors? Breaking down the NCAA Women’s basketball championship game with Donnovan Bennett. Justin Bourne wonders how bad Matt Murray’s injury is for the Leafs ahead of their first-round matchup with the Lightning. Ben Nicholson Smith is live from Kansas City. 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.

Duration:01:33:48

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Blue Jays Get The Win On Opening Day

3/31/2023
Tim and Jesse discuss the Toronto Blue Jays and their Opening Day win. Ricky Romero (28:52) joins the show to further analyze the Toronto Blue Jays and their Opening Day performance. Alvin Williams (53:40) chats about the Toronto Raptors as they make a push for the playoffs. 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.

Duration:01:10:58

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The NHL’s Wild West Playoff Hunt

3/29/2023
After the Oilers and Flames walked away with Ws and a Jets loss tightened the Wild Card race, Tim and Jesse open the show talking the NHL Western Conference. NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman (51:21) joins to further the discussion and talk Leafs lines. Ken Reid (47:14) makes his weekly contractually obligated appearance. Shi Davidi (29:06) helps set up the Blue Jays season opener on Thursday. Craig Simpson (1:15:28) hops on from Scotiabank Arena ahead of Leafs-Panthers. 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.

Duration:01:33:51

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Spring Training is OVER!

3/28/2023
With MLB Spring Training officially wrapped up, Tim and Jesse discuss the Blue Jays chances heading into the regular season. Nick Kypreos (51:55) stops by to play some NHL 'Smoke or Fire or Shut Your Pie Hole'. James Sharman (38:33) joins from BMO Field ahead of the Canada men’s national soccer team’s Nations League match against Honduras. Raptors radio voice Eric Smith (26:59) helps tee up Kyle Lowry and the Heat visiting 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.

Duration:01:10:56

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An Announcement on the Future of Tim and Friends

3/27/2023
"I knew from jump that all good things must come to an end, but that doesn’t make this any less bittersweet." Tim opens the today’s episode with a note about the show’s future. Blue Jays Central’s Joe Siddall (29:35) joins less than a week before the Jays season opener. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli (50:25) talks Senators ownership and potential sale prices. 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.

Duration:01:10:53

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Does The NBA Have a Problem With Their Officials?

3/23/2023
Tim and Jesse discuss the brilliance of Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby. Jeff Blair (26:50) joins the show to chat about the Blue Jays heading into Opening Day. Marc Stein (37:13) breaks down the ongoing issues with officials in the NBA. Anthony Stewart (54:09) talks about the Leafs as they near the playoffs. 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.

Duration:01:10:53

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Ohtani vs. Trout an Instant Classic

3/22/2023
Tim and Jesse break down the epic WBC final. Michael Grange (35:00) on Canadian hoops. Canada Basketball CEO Michael Bartlett (44:00) continues the convo. Elliotte Friedman (59:00) on best-on-best hockey. QMJHL Commissioner Mario Cecchini (1:09:00) on banning fighting. 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.

Duration:01:33:56

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The World Baseball Classic Has Been Awesome

3/21/2023
Jeff Passan (32:00) on the impact of the World Baseball Classic ahead of the Japan vs USA final. Satiar Shah (41:00) promotes the Canucks for Kids Fund Telethon. Nick Kypreos (52:00) on Dylan Ferguson's Senators debut and another edition of Smoke, Fire or Shut Your Pie Hole! 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.

Duration:01:10:53

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Should Joey Votto End His Career a Blue Jay?

3/20/2023
Tim and Jesse discuss Joey Votto potentially asking for a trade to the Blue Jays later this season. Jon Morosi (25:00) on the importance of the World Baseball Classic ahead of the Mexico vs. Japan Semifinal. Sam Cosentino (51:00) on the Senators clinging onto playoff aspirations. 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.

Duration:01:10:59

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Happy St. Patrick's Day!

3/17/2023
We ring in St. Paddy’s Day discussing which team or city has the most/least luck in sports. Sportsnet hockey analyst Luke Gazdic (50:56) joins to discuss the QMJHL’s plans to ban fighting next season and why he wants to keep fighting in hockey. Raptors radio voice Paul Jones (28:12) hops on to talk hoops after the Raps won their 6th straight home game. 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.

Duration:01:10:58

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Should Fighting Be Banned from Hockey?

3/16/2023
After the QMJHL announced plans to ban fighting starting next season, Tim and Jesse analyze both sides of the fighting in hockey debate. MLB Network’s Adnan Virk (28:37) hops on to discuss the World Baseball Classic while Olympic hockey gold medallist Sarah Nurse (55:06) joins to talk some NHL. 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.

Duration:01:10:53

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Canada’s WBC comes to an end

3/15/2023
NFL free agency gets off to a wild start. Can Canada advance in the WBC as they take on Mexico? Matt McCall previews the March Madness tournaments. James Palmer explains what is holding up the Aaron Rodgers trade to the New York Jets. Anthony Stewart talks Leafs, McDavid, Gary Bettman and the Sens’ cinderella run being over. 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.

Duration:01:10:48

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Ott-O Canada! Big win for the Canadians at the WBC

3/14/2023
Jesse and Ailish wonder what seems to be troubling Leafs’ goalie Matt Murray. Mike Grange features Nikola Jokic and why he’s been the best player in the NBA. Nick Kypreos on NHL expansion, coaches challenges and Connor McDavid’s fav band, Nickelback. Ben Nicholson-Smith breaks down a huge win by Canada over Colombia at the WBC while Arash Madani provides post-game interviews from Chase Field. 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.

Duration:00:59:40

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George Springer Joins the Show!

3/13/2023
Jimmy G to the Raiders and Aaron Rodgers is a New York Jet? George Springer joins us live to talk about the upcoming season for the Blue Jays & how the new stadium renos will impact the start of the year. Elliotte Friedman is live from the NHL GM meetings in Florida. Arash Madani is live from Arizona ahead of Canada vs USA in the WBC. Chris Cuthbert has the latest on the Maple Leafs ahead of their game against the Sabres. 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.

Duration:01:33:44

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Bears Trade 1st Overall Pick

3/10/2023
Adam Rank (28:00) reacts to the breaking news of the Bears trading the 1st overall pick to the Panthers. Michael Grange (52:00) on Fred VanVleet's $30k fine for speaking out against NBA officiating. Plus, Thank Golf it's Friday! 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.

Duration:01:10:58