Join hosts Patrick Dumas and Peter Klein as they tap into the heartbeat of Calgary sports, bringing you the stories that fire up this city. Catch them every weekday from 1–3 p.m. MT on Sportsnet 960 The FAN, where they break down the latest headlines, deliver sharp analysis, and keep Calgary fans plugged into what matters most.
On Hour 2 of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas and Garret Vander Ploeg kick things off by welcoming Sportsnet FIFA World Cup correspondent James Sharman to the show. James looks back on Canada's loss to Morocco, breaking down what went wrong and discussing the backlash directed at Alphonso Davies and head coach Jesse Marsch following the defeat. The conversation then shifts to the United States and Folarin Balogun, examining why he has been cleared to play despite receiving a red card in the Round of 32. Plus, the guys dive deeper into all the latest storylines and developments from the FIFA World Cup.
(23:11) Later, to close out the show, Patrick, Garret, and Cam Hughes bring you up to speed on the biggest stories from around the sports world in another edition of Headlines. The guys recap the Calgary Flames' signing of Simon Nemec and discuss how the team's blue line could take shape heading into the season, They also run through the latest NHL players to file for arbitration and what those decisions could mean for their respective teams, they break down the Toronto Blue Jays' struggles against the Seattle Mariners after scoring just two runs over a three-game stretch, and more!
6 Jul 2026
Nemec Signs in Calgary + Will We See More Offer Sheets?
On Hour 1 of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas and Garret Vander Ploeg react to the Calgary Flames signing Simon Nemec to a five-year, $36.25 million contract with a $7.25 million AAV. The guys break down how the Flames' blue line compares to previous seasons and stacks up against other teams around the NHL, while also discussing how recent contracts suggest a growing league-wide trend toward shorter-term deals in the five-year range. They then shift their focus to the offer-sheet market and the stunning development of Leo Carlsson becoming the NHL's highest-paid player, exploring what it could mean for the future of contract negotiations across the league!
(25:50) Later, Patrick Dumas and Garret Vander Ploeg are joined by The Fourth Period senior writer Dennis Bernstein to discuss the Anaheim Ducks' contract situation following Leo Carlsson's offer sheet and how the team could maneuver around the salary cap. Bernstein breaks down why Carlsson has become the NHL's highest-paid player, whether other teams were considering submitting offer sheets of their own, and if the Ducks were prepared for the possibility of one being signed. He also shares his thoughts on whether teams around the league are becoming increasingly concerned about rival clubs targeting their young stars with offer sheets. The conversation then shifts to the Calgary Flames and the future of their blue line, as the guys examine the organization's wealth of defensive talent and the competition among several promising young players who could develop into high-end contributors!
3 Jul 2026
The Latest in the World Cup w/ Sharman & Tommy Wheeldon Jr.
On hour two of Sportsnet Today with Patrick Dumas is on demand! To kick off the hour, Patrick is joined by FIFA World Cup correspondent for Sportsnet, James Sharman, to preview Canada's matchup against Morocco in the round of 16. Who could be available for a full game for Jesse Marsch, and can Alphonso Davies play a full match? Plus, a look at the rest of the knockout stage games.
(26:21) It's another edition of the Cavalry FC Soccer Show! Cavalry Head Coach and GM Tommy Wheeldon Jr. stops by to check in with his latest thoughts on his team returning to game action, the latest on his Canada's match against Morocco, and more!
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