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Big Show with Rusic & Rose

THE FAN Radio Network

Start your mornings with George Rusic and Matt Rose as they discuss the biggest stories in sports and the teams that matter most to Calgary fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 960 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am MT.

Location:

Calgary, AB

Description:

Start your mornings with George Rusic and Matt Rose as they discuss the biggest stories in sports and the teams that matter most to Calgary fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 960 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am MT.

Language:

English

Contact:

#240, 2723 - 37 Ave NE Calgary, Alberta T1Y 5R8 403-240-4444


Episodes
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Reviewing our 2024/25 NHL Season Predictions!

4/11/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show + with Patrick Dumas and GVP is on demand! The hour starts with a review of Patrick and GVP's NHL season predictions, like the heart Norris, Vezina and Calder winners. Then getting into surprise playoff teams, darkhorse to make the cup final, Flames preseasons predictions. (23:18) Later on Patrick is joined by Michael Russo, Minnesota Wild Writer, with The Athletic! The guys discuss the passing of Ray Shero and what he meant to people, Zeev Buium's status, what is Jacob Middleton's status, what is next for the Minnesota Wild in the offseason, adnn 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:45:25

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Ryan Dixon on who is the Top NHL Team in Canada!

4/11/2025
Hour 1 of the big show+ with Patrick Dumas and GVP is on demand! The hour starts off with going through all things Flames vs. Wild tonigt! Will Zayne Parekh get in? Is Dustin Wo,f Starting tonight, we try to answer these questions and more! (12:09) Later on, Patrick is joined by Semior Writer for Sportnset.ca! Thier chat starts off with why have the Jets been since the trade deadline, how impressive has the leaf's season been, how tough is the Atlantic side of the playoffs, can flames fans hold their heads high for this year if they don't make the playoffs, and 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:36:36

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Derek Wills on an All or Nothing Game Tonight

4/11/2025
Hour 3 of the big show with Rustic and Rose is on demand! The guys are joined by Derek Wills, Flames play by play on Sportsnet 960 the Fan! The guys ask Derek, is the flames season over if they do not win tonight? Then they get into other topics like ,If Frost can't go do they go 11 forwards and 7 defensemen, and is there any other Flames prospects in the American hockey league or other leagues that the flames will give a look. (27:04) Hour 3 of the big show with Rustic and Rose continues on demand!!! with Warren Boese the director of Agronomy for Speargrass Golf Course has the Course kept up over the winter, what goes into reshaping holes on a golf course, How is the Masters golf course conditions, what schooling goes into golf course management! 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:00:59:47

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GVP Pays the Piper + Nick Kypreos!

4/11/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! GVP'S fate is sealed, After a lost wheel bet on the Canucks making the playoffs GVP has to spin the wheel three times! (14:10) Later on, Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne joins the program! The guys get into; how is the end of the season feeling for Calgary, can Zayne Parekh make the flames team this late into this season, the Leafs impending free agents, and if he thinks Rick Tocchet to the flyers makes sense. 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:00:35:12

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The Flames Day of Reckoning is Here...

4/11/2025
Hour 1 of the big Show with George Rustic and Matt Rose is on demand! The show kicks off with the guys previewing the Flames HUGE game against the Minnesota Wild tonight. Then the guys break down the Masters, and Rory Mcllroy's disastrous back nine. (23:36) Later on, Its time for the Rose Report! In today's edition; the Calgary flames verses the Minnesota Wild, NHL games tonight, Blue Jays, Masters day one review with Justin Rose being the leader, Corey Connors tied for 2nd place, the Raptors game preview tonight and all NBA games tonight, and 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:55:55

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Ben Shulman on Vlad Jr. Extension!

4/10/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show + with Patrick Dumas is on demand! To kick off the final hour Patrick and GVP are looking forward to all the NHL first round playoff matchups! They first examine Carolina and jersey and some of the biggest stories surrounding both those teams. Then they dive into the Habs and Caps, and if the Habs have a punchers chance? Lastly they dip into the Atlantic for some quick previews on that side of the bracket! (17:51) Later on, Patrick is joined by the voice of the jays on the SN Radio Network, Ben Shulman! Ben tells us about the current state of the AL East. Then they get into the jays strong pitching the Vladdy Jr. Extension, George Springer 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:41:29

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Flames at the Brink + Playoff Races!

4/10/2025
Hour 1 of the big show+ with Patrick Dumas is on demand! To kick of f the show the guys started breaking down the flames loss verses the Ducks. The Flames poor powerplay verses Anaheim's bad penalty kill, Frost being hurt, Wolf being rattled late, whether Parekh can step in quickly or what could be different then what the team has right now. (29:56) Later on, the guys get back to the program with if the flames should focus back onto the St Louis Blues for the last wildcard spot, Sharks Kane/Toews in Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, NHL games tonight, Landeskog playing his fist game in 3 years, can Colorado beat Dallas in a series, Ovechkin returns to action after breaking goal record. The guys close out the segment by looking at the jays success in Boston! 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:00:45:09

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Saginaw Spirit GM Dave Drinkill on Zayne Parekh!

4/10/2025
Hour 3 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are joined by Dennis Bernstein, Senior Writer at the Fourth Period! Dennis tells us why he believe the LA Kings can get over the hump that is Edmonton in the first round. Then he talks about Andrei Kuzmenko's impact on the kings, Gabriel Landeskog returning, and more! (20:54) Hour 3 of the big show continues with Rusic and Rose with Dave Drinkill the general manager of the Saginaw Spirit! He gives us an inside look at Zayne Parekh's historic season in the OHL, what motivated him to be a better player after training camp, how did the defensive side of his game help his offensive game, and also how Michael Misa looks for the upcoming NHL draft. 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:00:51:27

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Brent Krahn on Playoff Hopes Annihilated in Anaheim

4/10/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rustic and Rose is on demand! The guys kick off the hour discussing just how bad was the flames powerplay last night. Then the boys see which is more likely, to catch the blues or the wild, and lastly, is Zayne Parekh be a shot in the arm for the flames? (16:47) later on Brent Krahn joins the program live from Lloydminster. Krahn dives into, what goalie was the worst in the NHL last night, were the flames uncomfortable with the lead, Was that high stick intentional, special teams cost the flames last night, if Frost is out can Parekh come in, and Jordan Binnington verses Corey Perry, 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:00:40:49

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Flames Drowned by Ducks

4/10/2025
Hour 1 of the big show with George Rustic and Matt Rose is on demand! The hour starts off with the guys talking about last nights NHL games, the Flames bad powerplays, Flames playoff chances. Then the guys shift gears as The Masters start today! (24:37) Later on, it's time for teh Rose Report! In today's edition; Flames and Ducks game recap, NHL scores around the league last night, the Blue Jays officially announce the extension of Vladimir Guerrero Jr, The masters are underway, Raptors, Women's world championships start today, the second round of the WHL playoffs start up with the hitmen taking on the Hurricanes, and 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:54:21

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Surge GM Shane James!

4/9/2025
Hour 2 of The Big Show+ with Patrick Dumas is on demand! Patrick is joined by Shane James GM of the Calgary Surge! Shane tells us about the two new signings to the Surge in Greg Brown III and Gabe Osabuohein, Then Shane talks about the upcoming draft, and what are the Surge looking for in players. To close he discusses how the Surge have been involved in the city of Calgary. To end the segment Patrick and GVP discuss what happened in OKC last night with Luka being ejected, Dallas verses Lakers tonight in the NBA, and two head coach firings by playoff teams two weeks before playoffs start, (26:36) Later on , Patrick and GVP take a look around the world of the NHL. To start they discuss that things need to go the Flames way with Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek returning to the Wild, and how the Edmonton Oilers are free falling currently. They also touch on the Toronto Blue Jays strong start in Boston. 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:00:48:31

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Matt Marchese on the Playoff Push!

4/9/2025
Hour 1 of The Big Show+ with Patrick Dumas and GVP is on demand! To kick off the show Patrick is joined by Matt Marchese of the FAN Hockey Show! matt lets us know what he thought of the historical Vancouver comeback last night, What his opinion on Zayne Parekh's callup and his potential use in meaningful games. Then the guys get into the story of Gabe Landeskog coming back to hockey, and what trophy is the hardest to decide in the NHL right now. (29:56) later on, Patrick and GVP discuss, what injuries have done for the Flames roster and Justin Kirkland nominated for the Bill Masterton Trophy, Extra eyes on tonight's game because of officiating, and when can Zayne Parekh see the ice for the Calgary Flames, 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:00:43:18

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Cam Stewart Previews the Masters + Jon Abbott

4/9/2025
Hour 3 of the Big Show with Rustic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour George and Matt are joined by the TV voice of the Flames, Jon Abbott. Jon shares his stories on Greg Millen, What a big heart he had for Calgary and Broadcasting, and other favourite memories he has with Greg. Then, he tells us what can Zayne Parekh add, and what the path will be for the young defenseman as he enters the NHL. (20:20) Later on, hour 3 of the Big Show continues with Rustic and Rose with Cam Stewart, Sportsgrid Host! Cam hops in to talk about the Masters! the guys grill Cam on which LIV guy can win, can Corey Connors win the Masters, how will Justin Thomas do, Who is going to be the biggest name to miss the cut at the Masters, 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:46:55

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Adam Stanley Live from The Masters!

4/9/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour, George brings us some little known facts from the Masters and Augusta National that you might not know. (29:56) later on the guys welcome Adam Stanley Sportsnet Golf Analyst, live from Augusta National. Adam lets us kniow that Augusta is as good as people say that it is! Then we get into Corey Connors chances to win, if any of the LIV Golf Tour guys pose a good chance at winning the Masters or who can finish close to the top, and which top player can miss the cut at the Master's. Then to close out the segment the boys are joined by Brayden Mayea Calgary Roughnecks Forward, to talk his thoughts on the Masters and the Roughnecks stretch drive of the 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:40:02

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Another Must Win in Anaheim!

4/9/2025
Hour 1 of The Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! The guys get started by taking a look around the NHL, Zayne Parekh's callup and discourse, The upcoming Masters tournament, all the stuff at the Masters location! (25:00) Later on, it's time for the Rose Report! In today's edition; a preview of the Calgary Flames verses the Anaheim Ducks and the Side by side with Minnesota Wild and San Jose Sharks, a review of last nights NHL games, Ivan Demidov, Senators Clinching playoff spot, Vancouver comeback, Blue Jays overview, Raptors and NBA preview, Calgary Canucks and Okotoks Oilers preview. 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:00:57:34

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All Things NHL Playoffs w/ David Pagnotta!

4/8/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show + with Patrick Dumas and GVP on demand! The hour starts with the guys talking about going to the Masters, and then the NHL playoff picture with one Eastern Wildcard spot being potentially locked in tonight. Then the guys talk about the Atlantic Division race, and what is going on with the Florida Panthers right now? lastly the guys head out west and ask the question; Can the LA Kings get over Edmonton in the Playoffs, and can Edmonton Survive into the playoffs? (22:45) Later on, Patrick is joined buy The Fourth Periods Editor in Chief, David Pagnotta! Right off the bat David dives into if the NHL grown down into the United States? Then the guys go through all the Playoff races throughout the NHL including the Wilds injuries, The Leafs push for the Atlantic, and the Panthers troubling run of games. lastly they discuss the seemingly impending return of Avs Captain Gabriel Landeskog. 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:00:46:03

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Pat Mayo on Betting The Masters!

4/8/2025
Hour 1 of the Big Show+ with Patrick Dumas and GVP is on demand!!! The guys started off with the flames potentially giving Parekh and Suniev playing time this season, Martin Pospisil had to leave the game with a injury, Adam Klapka preforming, The motivation to keep winning in the group, The team matchups throughout the season, the importance of overtime and shootout losses. (20:06) Later on, Pat Mayo joins the show to talk about the masters coming up. He brings an interesting stat were the winner of the masters has not been from T5 in the last 5 years. Also, who can win the masters this weekend, and how are individual players doing coming in too the Masters, and what Canadian has the best chance at the Masters? 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:00:46:47

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Brent Krahn & Hitmen HC Paul McFarland!

4/8/2025
Hour 3 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! The hour starts with Brent Krahn! He dives into the Flames game last night, he talks about the lack of effort from Both teams last night, and the lack of emotion from the arena. Then he breaks down Adam Klapka's play and if he can move up the lineup or stay on the fourth line. Plus, how big of an offensive threat can Morgan Frost be? (22:35) Later on, the Big Show comes back with the head coach of the Calgary Hitmen Paul McFarland! Paul discusses the advantage with not travelling that far in between games, the play of Carter Yakemchuk, Anders Miller, looking ahead to Lethbridge 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:44:53

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Remembering Greg Millen with Eric Francis

4/8/2025
Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are talking about Zayne Parekh and when he could come to Calgary and if he can get into games this season with the Flames season being so close to ending with every game to be important. (13:01) later on, Eric Francis joins the show to share some stories of his friend, Greg Millen. To close out the segment Eric breaks down the Flames win in San Jose, if Zayne Parekh has joined the flames, as well as some other notes from around the team. 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:00:36:21

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Flames Beat Sharks + Rose Report

4/8/2025
Hour 1 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand!!! To start hour one, the guys discuss the passing of Greg Millen. Next, the guys go over the Flames 3-2 win over the Sharks, the lack of effort versus the worst team in the NHL. lastly they dive into talking about individual Flames performances like Adam Klapka, Dustin Wolf and Morgan Frost. (25:01) Later on, It's time for the Rose Report! We kick things off by going over the Flames win verses the Sharks by a score of 3-2, NHL scores from other games last night, NHL games that are happening tonight, reviewing the Blue Jays win verses the Boston Red Sox and their game tonight, NBA action overview tonight, plus some Calgary sports with the hitmen starting off in the second round of the WHL 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Duration:00:55:38