JD starts the show addressing the latest Shohei Ohtani news (00:00). Next, former NHL forward Matthew Barnaby talks with JD about playing without your starting goaltender and the lack of buzz in the battle of Ontario (10:00). Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling joins JD in-studio to break down Ohtani's past and look at his present decision (53:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts the show with news of Juan Soto landing with the New York Yankees (00:00). James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic , joins JD to discuss what to look for as the Maple Leafs start a busy stretch of games and who Brad Treliving can target to strengthen the blue line (10:00). Insider Bob Nightengale checks-in from the MLB winter meetings to discuss the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes (50:00).Finally, former Ottawa Senator and host of the Comin' in Hot podcast, Bobby Ryan, hops on...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD to gauge the Shohei Ohtani hope-o-meter, before breaking down their quarrels with Ohtani's discreet decision process, Dave Roberts leaking the Dodgers' meeting details, and what's ahead if the Jays miss out on a deal (00:00). JD then gets into the Raptors, NBA In-Season Tournament, and 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sport...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith checks-in from MLB's winter meetings in Nashville to discuss Shohei Ohtani's visit to the Blue Jays facilities in Dunedin (00:00). Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider with Daily Faceoff , joins the show to discuss the Leafs' pursuit of Chris Tanev, the salary cap bump and the potential for expansion (50:00). Later on, JD then gets into Ross Atkins' explanation of what differentiates Toronto in free agency, before ending the show with 'What We Missed'! The views and opini...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Sportsnet's Shi Davidi checks-in from the MLB's winter meetings in Nashville to detail the Jays' pursuit of Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto (00:00). Next, JD touches on the Maple Leafs weekend, before Monday Morning Insider and former NFL quarterback, Brady Quinn joins the show to discuss the NCAA's playoff selection controversy, if the 49ers have a weakness, Brock Purdy's MVP case, Big Dom DiSandro and the Chiefs' offense (50:00). JD and the fellas end the show with 'What We Missed!' The views and ...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts the show with his thoughts on the Maple Leafs and Nikita Zadorov (00:00). Next, host of NFL Redzone, Scott Hanson, joins JD to discuss his show and the infamous fire alarm in the studio (9:00). Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen comes on the show to discuss rehab, getting hit by pitches, the clutch factor and free agency rumours (50:00). JD then shares what he wants to see on NFL Sunday before finishing the week with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are th...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD to chat about the Blue Jays' hopes for Shohei Ohtani and hopeless franchise rankings (00:00). Next, Sportsnet's Michael Grange comes on the show to detail Scottie Barnes and his fit with Pascal Siakam, the Raptors bench unit, Gradey Dick's shooting mechanics and O.G. Anunoby's looming free-agency (50:00). The gents end the show with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not ...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 38 min
James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic, checks-in with JD to discuss why their patience is running thin with the Maple Leafs (00:00). Next, Bomani Jones, Host of The Right Time with Bomani Jones presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, joins the show to chat stakes in sports, past success versus current performance, the professionalization of youth sports and beef in sport media (15:00). Later, NHL and WWE reporter Jackie Redmond stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs (50:00). T...
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD opens the show deconstructing Brad Treliving's surprise presser (00:00). Next, 2x Stanley Cup Winning Assistant General Manager Michael Futa joins the conversation and gets into Mitch Marner's early-season display and potential strategies for both Treliving and Sheldon Keefe (10:00). ESPN Baseball Insider Kiley McDaniel joins JD to estimate the Blue Jays chances of landing Shohei Ohtani, evaluating the farm system and other dominoes in the trade and free agency market (50:00). The gents end t...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD returns from the weekend and welcomes Kris Versteeg on the show to discuss the latest on the Maple Leafs following their two losses to Chicago and Pittsburgh. JD and Kris go over Mitch Marner’s play to this point in the season, Toronto playing too risky in their own zone, Tyler Bertuzzi fitting-in on the second line, and Alex Ovechkin’s comments that he and Sidney Crosby “saved the NHL”. NFL insider Brady Quinn reacts to breaking news that the Carolina Panthers have fired Head Coach Frank Rei...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 38 min
NHL analyst Colby Armstrong joins JD to get into the lowly Edmonton Oilers, Connor McDavid, and Kyle Dubas' Penguins (5:00). Next, MLB Insider Robert Murray stops in to discuss the Blue Jays' role in the MLB free agency and trade market (50:00). The show ends with discussion of Gregg Popovich's weirdest moment. 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....
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show , joins JD to discuss the Blue Jays off-season questions and sport media beef (00:00). Next, Sportsnet's Luke Fox connects from overseas to detail the takeaway's from the Maple Leafs trip to Sweden (50:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' 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.
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts the show with concerns about the Kansas City Chiefs (00:00). Next, JD discusses the Jays free agency issues and Max Scherzer's obsession with the pitch clock (25:00). Howard Beck, Senior NBA Writer with The Ringer , drops in to talk about the contradiction with ejecting NBA stars, Kawhi Leonard's legacy and the Raptors being in limbo (50:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed'! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily re...
Nov 21, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts the show with his takeaways from the Maple Leafs trip to Sweden and reports of Alek Manoah in the trade market (00:00). Mike Kelly, NHL Network Analyst, stops by to discuss what's driving William Nylander's success and if it's sustainable (35:00). Next, Monday Morning Insider and former NFL quarterback Brady Quinn, joins JD to breakdown hip tackles, the Buffalo Bills, Kenny Pickett as a starting quarterback, the MVP race, Kyler Murray's return, Jared Goff's confidence, Russell Wilson's...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 37 min
JD is joined by Blake Murphy, co-host of The Raptors Show, to talk about Zach Lavine's fit with the Raptors, the "stats you should know" about this team, and Toronto's first In-Season Tournament game tipping off tonight (00:00). JD then gives his thoughts on Joe Burrow's injury and Dillon Brooks' ascent (50:00). To close the week, Jon Morosi, MLB Network insider, joins JD to delve into Alek Manoah and Shohei Ohtani's future (1:25:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show. JD and Ben dive into reports of the Blue Jays being a "sleeper" to sign Shohei Ohtani, active athletes they'd give organizational control to and a new solution to punish load management (00:00). Next, James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic , joins JD to discuss John Klingberg's absence from practice and the complications of navigating a Leafs trade with the Calgary Flames (50:00). The show ends with debate on NBA expansi...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD is joined by Jeff Marek, host of the Jeff Marek Show and 32 Thoughts Podcast , to discuss the face of Swedish hockey, yearning for blue-collar players, the Maple Leafs' interest in Nikita Zadorov, and the proposed changes to overtime (5:00). JD then gets into some NBA news and rumors before Bobby Marks, NBA ESPN Front Office Insider, joins the show to discuss the mounting pressure on the Clippers, the NBA's officiating problem, Zach Lavine's trade market, and the most surprising team early on...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 38 min
William Lou, host of The Raptors Show , joins JD to discuss the Raptors' 23-point comeback, Toronto's rivalry with the Boston Celtics, and how Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes coexist (5:00). Next, mixed martial artists Mike Malott and Charles Jourdain, join JD in-studio to discuss their nicknames, becoming friends, the difference venues make in fights, improving MMA coverage and GSP as a trailblazer (34:00). Sid Seixeiro, host of Breakfast Television , comes on to discuss the Buffalo Bills, the...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne , joins JD to debate if the Maple Leafs can repeat their strong performance against the Canucks and the biggest stories of the young season (5:00). JD then laments on the Argos' collapse in the CFL East Finals (25:00). Next, Brady Quinn, our Monday Morning Insider and former NFL quarterback, jumps on to tackle the latest: sympathy for Zach Wilson? Aaron Rodgers returning? Where the Chargers go next? Why is Josh Dobbs is the best story of the season...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Hall of Famer Joe Nieuwendyk joins JD to chat about the Hockey Hall of Fame's upcoming Legends Classic game, Joe's time with the Maple Leafs, playing in Toronto and effective communication between a front office and coaching staff (5:00). Jackie Redmond, NHL and WWE reporter, stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs' roster flaws (25:00). Next, JD continues the Leafs conversation with Jason Bukala, professional hockey scout and Sportsnet analyst; what are the issues and who is to blame (50:00)? Ch...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 36 min
James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor at The Athletic , joins JD to discuss potential solutions for John Klingberg and Ryan Reaves, the Leafs' poor penalty kill, options to incite change, and some positive takeaways from last night's loss (10:00). Next, NBA writer Vivek Jacob joins JD to chat about the Toronto Raptors; optimistic signs, roster hierarchy, locker room vibes, and grading Gradey Dick (50:00). JD ends the show with his thoughts on the Greek Freak's egregious ejection and the UFC comin...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Jim Bowden, MLB Analyst, Insider and former Executive of the Year, joins JD to discuss the biggest off-season dominoes, the looming decisions for the Blue Jays, and major league expansion in Montreal (5:00). Next, Ian Mendes, Senior Writer with The Athletic , stops by to contextualize the uneasy Ottawa Senators and the battle of Ontario (50:00). JD and the gents end the show with "What We Missed!" The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not neces...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD is joined by Stanley Cup Champion, Kris Versteeg, to get an inside feel on playing in a big hockey market. JD and Kris then get into Sheldon Keefe, the Maple Leafs' lines and slow starts, getting Tyler Bertuzzi going, Toronto's boo birds, the faulty defense, what poor goaltending does to a team, and the leaking Oilers (10:00). Next up, Seerat Sohi, NBA writer with The Ringer, joins JD to discuss the James Harden trade, the power struggle in the Western Conference, Shaedon Sharpe, year three S...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 37 min
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The Fan Morning Show , to get into Scottie Barnes' team, Victor Wembanyama's spectacle, Shohei Ohtani's sweepstakes, Daulton Varsho's gold glove snub, if this was the worst World Series ever, and if it means anything for baseball (00:01). Next, our Monday Morning Insider and former NFL quarterback, Brady Quinn, joins JD to analyze the NFL's tipping point between physicality and skill, the lack of quarterback talent, Bryce Young's season, the bruised Bills, i...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts the show with his takeaways from the Leafs' convincing win over the Stars (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to discuss the Blue Jays off-season hypotheticals and Alek Manoah's future (9:00). Next, Team Canada and Minnesota Timbewolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker, joins JD to discuss Canada's FIBA World Cup run, his off-season routine, getting traded and playing for different franchises (49:00). Next, Erik Kratz, co-host of Foul Territory and former MLB player, joins ...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 35 min
JD and Ben Ennis are reunited for this week's 'Good Hour'! How badly does Ben want to see Joey Votto in a Blue Jays uniform? What takeaways did the guys have from the Raptors' home opener? Have their expectations for this team changed? Next, the guys share their thoughts on Chris Russo's 'retirement' promise and how they would handle a similar situation. Finally, the pair look back on the Blue Jays' trade with the Diamondbacks over the offseason and question what Daulton Varsho would have to do ...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 37 min
The World Series is set and JD Bunkis shares how the Philadelphia Phillies have broken his brain. He then goes into his thoughts on the action from opening night in the NBA (00:01). Senior managing editor at The Athletic James Mirtle joins JD then to go over the Leafs' 4-1 victory over the Capitals (11:23). Do we have a goaltending controversy on our hands? Should we still be anxious about the blue line? And how does James like the new additions? JD then welcomes on Blake Murphy, co-host of The ...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 37 min
JD Bunkis kicks off show sharing his excitement for the start of the NBA season. He then welcomes on 10-year NBA veteran and host of the new Point Forward podcast, Evan Turner, to get set for tonight's opening tip-off. Who is he most looking forward to seeing take the court this year? What are his thoughts on the Raptors? JD then offers his thoughts on the NLCS as the Phillies-Diamondbacks head to a decisive Game 7, before circling back to the Blue Jays' trade with Arizona over the offseason. La...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 38 min
JD starts with his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' weekend before being joined by 10-year NHL veteran Sean Avery. JD and Sean get into the Leafs big comeback win against the Lightning, Ryan Reaves' value, the thin blue line, plus Sean's relations with Brendan Shanahan and Sheldon Keefe (10:00). Next, our NFL insider Brady Quinn joins the show to discuss Sunday's upsets, the shaky Bills, middling Chargers, Deshaun Watson, and trying to buy in on flag football (49:00). JD ends the show with "What We ...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 33 min
JD Bunkis offers his thoughts on the Maple Leafs' 2-1 loss last night to the Florida Panthers, and why it all feels so familiar. 14-year NHL veteran and NHL Network analyst, Brian Boyle joins the program to give his thoughts on Toronto's early season performance (00:08). Why does this team continue to start slow, and is there anything that they can do in the room to change it? Later on, Ariel Helwani of The MMA Hour and The Ringer MMA Show, joins JD to go over his experience at the Logan Paul - ...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 37 min
