The JD Bunkis Podcast

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). 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 necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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 the show 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.

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 Reich, before dissecting NFL Sunday; notably the Bills' overtime loss to the Eagles, CJ Stroud continuing to impress, and Trevor Lawrence playing his best football now that he’s healthy (50:56). 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.

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.

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. 12:30 - "I wonder how a trip like this makes him [Nylander] appreciate being part of the Maple Leafs as well?" Luke answers 24 - Klingburg convo, JD asks, "will he play another game for the Maple Leafs?

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 reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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 comeback, the Chiefs-Eagles Monday night matchup and if there should be a trade deadline (48:00). JD finishes the show with the Grey Cup 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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 the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliation.

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 expansion in Canada. 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.

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 (50:00). JD ends the show with "What We Missed!" (1:25:00) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast arje those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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 Jays looking to do "something big", if TFC can bounce-back and Toronto sports insecurities (58:00). 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 any affiliates.

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? C.J. Stroud for MVP? And his updated thoughts on the 49ers, Ravens and Bill Belichick (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 necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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)? Chad Kelly, Toronto Argo's quarterback and MVP, joins the show ahead of the Argos' Conference Final matchup to discuss his mental fortitude, ending up in the CFL, and calling Toronto home (1:15:00). JD ends this show with some NFL Sunday thoughts. 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.

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 takeaway's (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 coming to Sportsnet. 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.

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 necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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 Scottie Barnes, where the Raptors go from here, and the In-Season Tournament (50:00). 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 any affiliates.

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, if Kansas City are still the Chiefs of the NFL, and the Dolphins' chances to go deep (50:00). JD ends the show reacting to Nicholas Robertson being called up. 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.

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 JD to chat about living at the Rogers Centre, the Gabriel Moreno-Daulton Varsho trade, and selling the World Series (1:15:00). 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 any affiliates.

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 to justify the deal. Later on, WGR Bills pre & post game host Nate Geary stops by to help tee up Buffalo's Thursday night battle with the Buccaneers. The guys close out the day 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 affiliate.

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 Raptors Show, to preview the start of a new season of basketball in Toronto (50:01)! What are Blake and JD most excited to see? What is the current ceiling for this team? And do we finally have a better idea of the direction of the franchise? 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 affiliate.

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. Later on, Nick Kypreos, host of Real Kyper and Bourne, stops by to talk through the Maple Leafs' goalie troubles to start the season and why Sheldon Keefe has been quick to make changes between the pipes. The guys close things out 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.

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 Missed!" (1:25:00). 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 any affiliates.

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 - Dillon Danis fight in Manchester. He then previews UFC 294 coming up this weekend and what we should expect (50:12)! JD closes out the week previewing Week 7 of the NFL season and shares his most anticipated matchups (1:14:32). 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.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show with his thoughts on the MLB playoffs, before preparing for the Maple Leafs' matchup against the Florida Panthers tonight. Ed Jovanovski, Panthers Pre & Postgame analyst for Bally Sports Florida and Olympic Gold Medalist, joins JD to go over what to expect from the Panthers tonight, how last year's playoff run carried over into this season, and shares his thoughts on the Leafs' line shuffling (22:34). Later on, Senior Managing Editor of the Athletic James Mirtle joins JD to share his thoughts on Toronto's first three games of the season and previews how important tonight's contest is (50:01). The guys close out the day with 'What We Missed' (1:23:42). 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis, co-host of The Fan Morning Show, joins JD. They debate, who are the most box-office athletes in sports today? How many Bryce Harper's are left in sports? Does baseball have to tinker with the playoff format? (00:00). Next, Jackie Redmond, NHL and Monday Night RAW reporter, and JD try to hypothesize why the Maple Leafs start periods slow, then get into fun takes and airplane stories (50:00). JD closes out the day with 'What We Missed'! (1:12:34). 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.

JD is joined by Kris Versteeg, 14-year NHL veteran and 2x Stanley Cup champion, to break down how Sheldon Keefe is handling ice time, maximizing William Nylander, and Connor Bedard's allure (10:00). Next, our NFL Insider Brady Quinn joins JD fresh off a parent-teacher conference to breakdown the Monday Night football game between the Chargers and Cowboys. Are we over rating Justin Herbert? Does Dak Prescott deserve more respect? Plus, more on Bill Belichick's decline and the Detroit Lions' uproar (50:12). The guys close out the day 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.

JD is joined by Colby Armstrong, Sportsnet NHL analyst and colour commentator for the Pittsburgh Penguins, to discuss John Klingburg's powerplay prowess, Connor Bedard's start and importance to the NHL, and "The Chiclets Cup" (9:00). Next, 14-year NFL quarterback and current NFL Network analyst, Chase Daniel joins JD to break down quarterbacks around the league including Brocky Purdy, Dak Prescott, Lamar Jackson, CJ Stroud, and Jared Goff, before crowning his favourite QB to watch (50:00). Later on, JD and the team get into Dillon Danis' fight with Logan Paul, cheering for the tank, some current top QB's, Wemby's breakout, Tyreek Hill's celebration, and more (1:30:00)! 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 any affiliates.

JD Bunkis is joined by FAN Morning Show host Ben Ennis for this week's edition of 'Good Hour'! They review Mark Shapiro's press conference from yesterday and how it left them feeling, before getting into where the front office goes from here (00:01). JD then offers his final thoughts on a pivotal Blue Jays off-season, before sorting through the NFL's 3-2 teams to determine who has the most to prove this week (50:01). The guys close out the week with the biggest stories 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 affiliate

JD Bunkis starts the show with his thoughts on the Toronto Maple Leafs' comeback victory in last night's home opener, capped off with a hat-trick by Auston Matthews (00:00). Kris Versteeg, 14-year NHL veteran and former Maple Leaf, joins the show to discuss the Leafs' defensive miscues, what this year's new additions bring, Fraser Minten's first game jitters, Auston Matthews' greatness, and his first impressions of Connor Bedard (10:00). JD ends this episode with his thoughts on MLB's postseason and Whit Merrifield's comments regarding José Berríos being pulled prematurely (49:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD sets the stage for the 2023-24 Maple Leafs season (00:00). Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper & Bourne, joins JD to categorize Maple Leafs storylines into underrated, overrated or properly rated. JD and Justin get into Fraser Minten, Nylander's contract distraction and driving his own line, how the d-line might shape up, Liljegren's expectations, the importance of Matthews' season, and the goaltending question mark (12:00). Next, Hailey Salvian, Senior NHL Writer with The Athletic, stops by to discuss this year's most intriguing divisions, must-watch teams, and what she's curious about with the Leafs (50:00). JD and the gents end the show talking about which Leaf could become first to blame, and the embarrassing postseason for the AL East, (1:20:00) 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 any affiliate.

JD starts Monday's show recalling Ross Atkins' press conference over the weekend (00:00). Soon after, Maple Leafs captain John Tavares joins JD to discuss the upcoming season! He zeroes in on coming to training camp healthy, off-season improvement, reflection as a veteran, getting past the first-round and the excitement of playing in Toronto (9:00). Next, NFL Insider Brady Quinn stops by to discuss the crop of legit Superbowl competitors, the Ravens' limitations, what the Chiefs are missing, if a Kirk Cousins trade make sense, the preliminary tank wars, and where the Patriots and Bill Belichick go from here (26:00). Later on, James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor at The Athletic, joins JD to preview the Leafs season including the selling point for the fans, Nylander's situation, the biggest roster questions, Fraser Minten, and more (49:00)! 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 any affiliates.

JD starts off with some love for Fraser Minten after his preseason showing last night. Soon after, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to attribute the Blue Jays' shortcomings and discuss Toronto's free agency turnover, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., routes to improve the roster, impact of the hitting coach, and other potential changes (6:00). Then, Conor Orr, Senior Writer with Sports Illustrated, joins JD to talk about the Bears season, if it's time for the Bengals to shut down Joe Burrow, a pivotal week ahead for the Cowboys, and how to gauge the Jaguars' potential (49:00). The gents join JD to chat about the juiciest Week 5 matchups, Joel Embiid joining Team USA, Brock Purdy having a roommate, and Chase Claypool being traded (1:20:31). 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.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The Fan Morning Show, for this week's debut of 'The Bad Hour'. The pair start off discussing the Blue Jays' embarrassing playoff elimination at the hands of the Minnesota Twins, before dissecting the corpse of the 2023 season (00:00). Later, JD is joined by David Samson, former Miami Marlins President and host of Nothing Personal with David Samson, to talk about who made the decision to pull José Berríos, analytics in the modern game, how other markets view Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the decision to tweak or overhaul the roster, and the growth of Major League Baseball this season (49:03) To end the show, JD ponders if the Blue Jays have reached their tipping point (1:12:34). 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.

JD Bunkis recaps a disappointing Game 1 for the Toronto Blue Jays. Where do they go from here? How hopeful is he about Game 2 today (00:01)? Sportsnet's own Joe Siddall then joins JD to offer his thoughts on Game 1 highlighted by Toronto's lack of offence, the team's composition, Bo Bichette's decision to run through the stop sign at third base, and how short José Berríos' leash will be today (07:34). Next up, Co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast and former MLB pitcher, Dallas Braden joins JD to share what he saw from Kevin Gausman yesterday, before getting into the Jays' chance to claw back into the series, the secret to Sonny Gray's success, the keys for Berríos' return to Minnesota, and his confidence in Chris Bassitt in a potential Game 3 (50:21). Finally, Jon Morosi of MLB Network joins JD to talk about what is at stake today for the Blue Jays today and the size of the ramifications that come with a sweep (1:12:34)? 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.

JD Bunkis gets you set for the start of the Blue Jays' Wild Card series against the Minnesota Twins with Sportsnet's own Arden Zwelling! They go over the projected starters for the series, the decision to go with José Berríos in Game 2, the Jays' success on the road this season, and if people are sleeping on the Twins. Do you think the Blue Jays are better-suited for the postseason this year then last (04:32)? JD Bunkis then welcomes on former Blue Jay starter and 12 year MLB veteran, Marco Estrada! The pair chat about his experience in the playoffs, what it means to be "clutch", and why the postseason brought the best out of him (50:32). JD wraps things up with a recap of Raptors media day and the feelings it left him with (1:21:34). 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.

JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis kick off the show trying to find a signature moment from the Jays season (02:32). They question if this team's lack of "magic" bodes well for the postseason, what to expect heading into this week's Wild Card series, and who should be closing out the ninth inning. Later on, former NFL QB and current Fox Sports Host Brady Quinn joins JD to recap Week 4 in the NFL! They discuss what the Bills' win over the Dolphins means for the AFC East hierarchy, the Chargers continuing to "Charger", why Trevor Lawrence still leaves more to be desired, and just how good USC's Caleb Williams is (24:32). In the podcast-only section, the guys recap the rest of the Week 4 action, before closing out the show with some Ryder Cup talk and thoughts on Jrue Holiday going to the Celtics (50:01). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show giving praise to the Toronto Blue Jays for avoiding a sweep against the New York Yankees, and to Chris Bassitt after reaching the 200 innings after throwing 7.2 frames of shutout baseball (00:01). JD then looks at Andrei Vasilevskiy's injury and what it means for the Tampa Bay Lightning's upcoming season (11:23). Later on, nine-year NFL veteran and Buffalo Bills' number three all-time rushing leader, Fred Jackson joins JD to go over Thursday's NFL action and if we should buy stock in the Detroit Lions, before previewing this weekend's pivotal Bills-Dolphins matchup including what makes the Dolphins' running game so dynamic and the magnitude of this moment for the Bills (19:21). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Morning Show, for this week's edition of Good Hour! The pair share their thoughts on Damian Lillard's move to Milwaukee, if there's more Toronto could have done to acquire him, how much blame should be put on Masai Ujiri, and the next steps for the Raptors (00:01)? Next, Ben and JD get into the Blue Jays' dispiriting loss to the New York Yankees last night and gauge their level of concern heading into the final four games. Is the humidor at Rogers Centre playing a role in this offensive lull (26:20)? In the podcast-only section, the guys go over where they think Jrue Holiday will be headed, Damian Lillard's goodbye message to Portland, which athlete they would pick to represent the city of Toronto, and Ben becoming a hockey dad (50:01)! 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by his Leafs Talk Co-Host Sam McKee to recap how they are feeling after the Blue Jays' 2-0 loss to the Yankees yesterday. How confident are the boys feeling headed into the final five games of the season? Are you still confident in Jordan Romano? And how concerning is the lack of offence at home? The guys then get into the Leafs pre-seaon thus far, how impressed they have been with Easton Cowan, and how worried should Leafs fans be about the d-core. In the podcast-only section, the guys give their thoughts on the Raptors continued trade rumors, server's role in society, and Rowdy Tellez and Josh Donaldson's locker room intros. 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 affiliate.

JD starts the show focusing on Joe Burrow playing through a calf injury to secure the Bengals' first win on Monday night (00:00). William Lou, Co-Host of The Raptors Show, then joins JD to discuss the Raptors' interest in Damian Lillard, if the move would make the team into a contender, what a potential trade package might look like, and if they'd rather lose O.G. Anunoby or Scottie Barnes in a deal (12:00) In the podcast-only portion, the guys get into show reboots, if Oregon got help to beat Colorado, and rollercoaster rides (49:30). 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.

JD starts with his impressions of an optimistic Blue Jays weekend, before getting into the dominant Argos' season so far and Coach Prime's Buffaloes (00:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and our Monday morning insider, joins JD to discuss Notre Dame's loss to Ohio State, before diving into the Broncos' disaster, the Dolphins' surge, Justin Fields, the flexing Bills, and the Cowboys' offence (25:00). In the podcast-only portion, JD and the buds get into the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce buzz, rapid football takes, and more (49:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD starts the show discussing the AL wild card race and the meddling NY Giants (00:00). Justin Bourne, co-host of The Real Kyper and Bourne, joins JD to talk about the Maple Leafs upcoming season; fan apathy, measuring the newness, JD's theory about why Nylander is playing centre, and rating the blue line (12:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, new host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss Yusei Kikuchi's beauty sleep, picking a franchise to be perpetually bad, Alek Manoah's arm injections, and an update on the Jays' rollercoaster ride (00:00). In the podcast-only portion, JD, Ben and the boys talk about recent comments by Justin Fields, Steven Stamkos future in Tampa Bay, cruise complications, and the "X" paywall (49:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD starts with Yusei Kikcuhi's sleeping schedule (00:00). James Mirtle, Senior managing editor at The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the start of Maple Leafs training camp; why the season doesn't feel novel, fan feelings, predicting Nylander's situation, the core four dynamics, stories to watch for, the d-line, Treliving's autonomy, and more (6:00). 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 any affiliates.

Herm Edwards, ESPN analyst, 10-year NFL veteran and former Division I Head Coach, joins JD to break down the NFL's early season injuries, slow starts, how the Browns can improve, if Deshaun Watson can bounce back, the Steelers struggles, and his first impressions on Bryce Young (6:00). JD and the guys continue with their takeaways from two weeks of NFL football and list their five current worst quarterbacks (46:00). The gents carry the quarterback talk into the podcast-only portion, before getting into some recent news and some funny stories (50:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD explains how it feels riding the never-ending Blue Jays rollercoaster (00:00). Then, he gets into the emerging details of the investigation that led to Mike Babcock's resignation (6:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and our Monday morning insider, joins JD to breakdown the NFL's latest action; where the Cowboys stand, updates on the 2021 quarterback draft class, if the Patriots have adapted post-Tom Brady (22:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD starts by describing the mood after the Blue Jays were swept by the Rangers (00:00). Jared Carrabis, host of the Baseball is Dead and Name Redacted podcasts, joins JD to compare rival AL East teams, discuss how free agents view the Jays, what to do with Vladdy Jr., the Red Sox firing Chaim Bloom, and the upcoming Red Sox vs. Jays series (8:00). In the podcast-only portion JD lists the intriguing week 2 NFL matchups, then the fella's discuss what qualifies as a bandwagon fan and Giannis' recent comments (49:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, to alleviate the bitter feelings from Wednesday's 10-0 Blue Jays loss (00:00). JD and Ben break down the most disappointing Blue Jays season they've seen; the offensive struggles, off-season changes, looming staff decisions, Vladdy Jr.'s woes, and a furious fan base. 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.

JD starts the show talking about the Blue Jays finding themselves out of a playoff spot again (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to discuss the Jays' record versus playoff teams, the ripple effects of the new dimensions at Rogers Centre, Cavan Biggio’s hot streak at third base, Matt Chapman’s looming return, Davis Schneider’s influence on the offence, John Schneider’s level of control, the trust level with Trevor Richards, Hyun-Jin Ryu’s future, and Alek Manoah’s stand-off with the organization (8:00). In today’s podcast-only portion, JD and the fellas chat about the photo allegations about Mike Babcock, the NHL’s expansion interest, a cool sports bar promotion, and Apple’s iPhone 15 launch. 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 affiliate.

JD starts the show breaking down the Blue Jays' 10-4 loss to the Texas Rangers on Monday night (00:00). Trey Wingo, senior NFL analyst, joins JD to discuss who could replace Aaron Rodgers as the New York Jets' starting quarterback, before pondering Rodgers' potential return, the Buffalo Bills' rocky start, and Week 1's most disappointing losses (16:50). Where do the Jets go from here? (41:20) In today's podcast-only portion, JD's friend Shawn, a die-hard Jets fan, joins the show to talk about the historic and current woes in New York (48:50). 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.

JD starts the show tying a bow on Canada's bronze-medal run in the FIBA World Cup (00:00). JD then categorizes his overreactions from Week 1 of the NFL (18:50). In the podcast-only portion, JD and the gents continue with their takeaways from Week 1 in the NFL, before ranking the best cottage activities (48:50). 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.

JD Bunkis kicks off Friday's episode with his thoughts on Canada's early morning semi-final loss to Serbia in the FIBA World Cup What does the team need to improve on headed into the 2024 Paris Olympics? Later on, JD shares his take on Thursday night's NFL season opener between the Lions and Chiefs, before going over the major storylines ahead of the first Sunday slate of the year! He highlights the must-watch games on the schedule this week, who has the edge in the Packers-Bears rivalry, if the Bills are due to regress this season, and the most interesting quarterback situations around the league. 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks things off sharing why the Blue Jays' latest road trip left a bad taste in his mouth following yesterday's loss to the Athletics. If they manage to make the playoffs, do they still pose a threat to other contenders (00:01)? Soon after, voice of the FIBA World Cup, Dan Shulman joins JD to discuss Canada's performance thus far in the tournament, what it means to qualify for the Olympics, and how the team stacks up against semi-final opponent Serbia. Later on, the pair offer their thoughts on the Blue Jays' September stretch and the state of the Green Bay Packers (07:43). Next up, Head Coach of the Canadian men's national basketball team, Jordi Fernández stops by to reflect on the tournament for his team so far, before diving into his knowledge of the program and what we can expect against Serbia in the semis (35:32). Then the boys close out the day with what we missed, highlighted by the return of NFL football! (48:23) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis opens the show discussing the Blue Jays’ big win over the Athletics last night, and the less-than happy couple spotted during the broadcast. Tyler Dunne of GoLong.com joins the show to sort through some of the groupthink narratives from the NFL pre-season. They discuss who's for real in the AFC East, if the Jets are getting to much hype, if the Bills' championship window has closed, which position groups they believe in, and if there's any doubt Patrick Mahomes can start strong despite the Chiefs' injury concerns. In today's podcast-only portion, JD covers the Lyon fans holding the team accountable! 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 affiliate.

JD welcomes back Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, for this week's edition of the Good Hour! They open with a discussion on Canada basketball qualifying for the Olympics for the first time since 2000, if there's still interest in the remaining World Cup schedule, Dillon Brooks' redemption tour this tournament, and the ceiling for this Canadian team. Later on, JD and Ben touch on the Blue Jays' nail-biting weekend, if fans should leave the series in Colorado feeling disappointed, and share their expectations for this week's schedule against the Athletics and Royals. On today's podcast-only portion of the show, the guys get into the scenes at Burning Man and some Labour Day CFL action.  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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is fired up as the NFL season starts to close in! How excited are you for your fantasy draft this weekend (00:32)? Soon after, CBS NFL analyst Charles Davis stops by to sift through the stories of the pre-season! He discusses how the Bills stack up in the crowded AFC East division, if Kenny Pickett and the Steelers can surprise the AFC North, and if Deshaun Watson can lead the Browns in a positive direction this season. Later on, the pair debate is fans should be worried about the longevity of this year's crop of rookie QBs, if the Jets are being overhyped after their busy off-season, and who will emerge from the NFC this season (07:34). In the podcast-only section, JD and the boys go over some of the storylines they missed with Charles (49:54). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by Sid Seixeiro, Host of Breakfast Television and Sportsnet Alumni, to look back on John Herdman's departure from Canadian Men's National Team to coach Toronto FC. The pair dig into what's gone wrong within Canada Soccer to squash the optimism of last year's World Cup, how TFC fans are feeling about the hire, and what's next for the national program (00:01). Next up, JD and Sid give their thoughts on the Blue Jays' season so far, John Schneider’s management of the team, and the consequences on missing the playoffs (26:32). Finally, JD and Sid share their thoughts on Sheldon Keefe’s contract extension with the Maple Leafs, if the new deal was deserved, and who's really calling the shots within Toronto's front office (32:45). JD closes out the show with some extended thoughts on Keefe's new contract, before forecasting what lies ahead in Leafland (45:23). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis welcomes in Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, to go over yesterday's dispiriting Blue Jays loss to the Nationals. Why has this season felt so much more disappointing then expected? The pair get into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, John Schneider's managerial decisions, and if there's still time to turn things around and make the playoffs. Later, JD and Blake switch gears to the FIBA World Cup and Canada's perfect 3-0 start! They discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's evolution into the best player on the court, who from Canada's star-studded roster has impressed them the most, and Jordi Fernandez' strong start behind the bench (45:35). In today's podcast-only portion, JD and the guys go over everything we missed! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD kicks things off alongside his Leafs Talk co-host, Sam McKee, in-studio to break down Auston Matthews' extension with the Maple Leafs! They debate whether the contract should be viewed as a positive or rather a new precedent set, before chatting about the expectations that come with being the highest paid player in the league (00:01). Next up, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli adds to the conversation to discuss the term of the deal, what it means for William Nylander’s negotiations, and how it could impact the rest of Toronto's roster construction (11:32). Later on, JD and Sam forecast what's on the horizon for Mitch Marner next season and if Nylander would consider taking a haircut on his next contract, before JD shares why Willy's comments bothered him yesterday. (44:32) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis recaps an important win for the Toronto Blue Jays over the Baltimore Orioles last night, highlighted by Brandon Belt's big blast to put the team ahead in extra innings! Does this team give you the confidence that they can win a World Series? Next up, Sportsnet Blue Jays colour commentator Joe Siddall hops aboard to discuss Brandon Belt and Daulton Varsho's resurgence, the keys to the Blue Jays' defence, the strides Bo Bichette has made defensively, and what in the world is going on with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. right now (09:11). To wrap up, JD goes over Richard Sherman and Pete Carroll reliving one of the worst moments of his sporting life (44:11). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show previewing this week's pivotal series between the Blue Jays and Orioles. Is this the most important series this season? (00:01) Later on, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo join to chat about the tightly contested American League Wild Card race, which teams they project to make the cut, and if Jays fans should be concerned about their playoff hopes. Later, they delve into Orioles Owner John Angelos' comments yesterday surrounding the young core in Baltimore, the feeling in New York with both the Yankees and Mets struggling, and if the Jets can help change the tune in the Big Apple when the NFL kicks off (08:23). JD then recaps an embarrassing moment from new Guardians owner Josh Harris and Joe Buck, before sorting through everything that we missed in today's podcast-only portion! (49:54). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the week with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' series win the over the Reds and the importance of Bo Bichette's return on both sides of the ball. What does he mean when he says he wants to see a fearless approach (00:01)? Soon after, MLB insider Jon Morosi discusses Bichette’s true value to the Jays, what's going on with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., if this season could change his long-term projections, what his next contract might look like in this scenario, and why Alek Manoah is still in Toronto after being sent down to Triple-A Buffalo. Does this indicate a spot start for the Jays could be incoming? (12:34) In today's podcast-only portion, JD shares his thoughts on all the stories he missed from the weekend including his updated cereal rankings and a recap of UFC 292 (49:32)! 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis are reunited before Ben heads to Texas to chat about everything Blue Jays! They discuss their takeaways from Kevin Gausman's latest start, Bo Bichette's rising price tag, the importance of bullpen depth, and their confidence level that Alek Manoah can bounce back (00:01). Later on, the guys focus in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to discuss if this version of Vlad is his true form, if he can recapture the magic of his 2021 season, and if the Blue Jays would ever entertain a trade offer for him (20:32). Finally, the guys get into what they are watching for here down the stretch run. (38:43) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show by recapping an electric start from Yusei Kikuchi and why he is now the definitive Blue Jays number two starter, without a doubt. JD then welcomes on new Carolina Hurricane forward and former Maple Leaf, Michael Bunting! (00:07) They go over his time in Toronto, what type of negotiation he had with the Maple Leafs, how his relationship was with Sheldon Keefe, his suspension in the playoffs, and what his favourite memories playing with the Maple Leafs were. Did he have any regrets about his time here? Later on, JD goes over Jamal Murray opting out of the World Cup of Basketball and what it means for team Canada’s World Cup chances going forward (43:23). Then in the podcast-only portion, JD looks at Lionel Messi's success in MLS and if it is good for the league as a whole. 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks things off discussing why Blue Jays fans are hating on the vibes at Rogers Centre and if there needs to be a change with how stadium operators hype up the crowd (00:01). Next up, JD welcomes back James Mirtle, Managing Editor at The Athletic, to share an update on the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs in mid-August. The pair focus in on the contracts of both Auston Matthews and William Nylander, how the final roster will shape up on opening night, if there are still more moves to come, and Matt Murray's LTIR status (00:06). In today's pod-only section, JD then offers his thoughts on the new running backs in the AFC East and fans who get a championship tattoo (49:24). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off today's show recapping the Blue Jays' festivities honouring Jose Bautista this weekend and reminisces about Jose's time in Toronto. Sportsnet's own Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to share his thoughts on the ceremony and some of his favourite memories of Jose, before the guys break down the Jays' weekend series with the Cubs (10:12). They discuss if Sunday's offensive surge will continue this week against the Phillies, the state of the rotation going forward into the postseason, and what's behind Jays fans' frustrations this year. Later on, JD recaps his trip to Sunday's Argos game at BMO Field and dives into why he's all in on the Boatmen this year! (36:32). In today's podcast-only portion, JD looks into James Harden's recent comments about Philadelphia 76ers President Daryl Morey! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show with his thoughts on how people maintain their spots at Blue Jays games, and friends who are late paying you back. JD then goes over his thoughts on Blue Jays hitting coach Guillermo Martinez, and why he is suffering so much backlash online, is it his fault? (00:01) Then, former Blue Jay first basemen Chris Colabello joins JD to talk about the role of a hitting coach on the team. JD and Chris then go over some of his favourite memories of playing with Bautista, and who he is as a person. Does the 2015 season seem as special to him as it is to the Blue Jays fans? What quality stands out to him most about Bautista? (11:23) JD then shares his thoughts on the 2015 Blue Jays and why he will always fondly remember them (32:45). In the podcast only part JD then goes over Martin Jones signing with the Leafs! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show today with the good, the bad, and the ugly of a 1-0 Blue Jays loss last night. How impressive has Kikuchi been this year? Why was Biggio in there and what is Varsho doing hitting 5th? (00:01) CBC.ca and Sportsnet.ca writer Vivek Jacob joins JD to then go over the rumors surrounding the Toronto Raptors and Pascal Siakam. How have they still not budged off their asking price for Pascal? Do the guys like the rumored package to be on the table? What should the market be for Siakam too? The guys then look at the National Bank Open and why a casual sports fan should care. What has happened to the momentum behind Canadian Tennis? (11:23) JD closes out the day with his thoughts on Kyle Dubas comments that the Leafs were in for Erik Karlsson (45:32). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the week with the host of FAN Drive Time Ben Ennis! They take a deep dive into the weekend series after getting a sweep against the Boston Red Sox and why the Jays struggle against the Orioles, is the division still in play, the idea of Davis Schneider being ‘for real’, and if the Jays should do a 6-man rotation. The guys then look at the drama surrounding the Orioles suspending their broadcaster (00:01), and the fight between Jose Rameriz and Tim Anderson. Finally, JD and the guys then recap the weekend in what we missed! including the Karlsson trade, a brawl in Alabama, and the Jake Paul - Nate Diaz fight! (50:01). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off Friday's show with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' disappointing series loss to the Baltimore Orioles, Toronto's dismal offensive performance, and how to get the bats back on track (00:01). Then, legendary Canadian MMA fighter Georges St-Pierre joins JD to preview his upcoming grappling contest in December, his training regimen, who he wants to face off against in the octagon, and his ultimate goal in coming back to compete. Later, the pair chat about which fighters he likes to watch out of the current UFC crop, before getting into his love of dinosaurs (12:23)! Next, NESN's Tom Caron helps previews this weekend's pivotal matchup between the Red Sox and Blue Jays! He weighs on the "Jekyll and Hyde" Red Sox this season, why Boston has found so much success against Toronto this season, if Justin Turner will return in this series, and if the Red Sox' timeline has changed at all (36:32). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off today's show praising the atmosphere of the Rogers Centre and shares why Toronto should be proud of their home field (00:01). Soon after, Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, reunites with JD for a post-trade deadline edition of the ‘Good Hour’! The pair discuss what's left to be desired by the Blue Jays, what level of improvement can come from within the organization, and if the addition of Jordan Hicks will be enough to bolster the pitching staff. Later, Ben and JD weigh in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles, if the front office overpaid for Daulton Varsho, and if the Jays' winning window is closing (00:06). JD wraps up today's show talking about Mikhail Sergachev's comments to the media! (45:43) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show reviewing what the Jays did (and didn’t) do during yesterday's MLB Trade Deadline and gets into why any more improvements this year may need to come from within (00:01). Soon after, we get a front office perspective from 16-Year MLB GM, former Executive of the Year and current analyst for CBS Sports, SiriusXM and The Athletic, Jim Bowden! He and JD break down the positives from Toronto's deadline deals, why this year's market proved more difficult, the pressure on the Blue Jays' front office this season, and if the team can still compete for the American League East title (05:23). JD wraps things up today with a look back at Hyun-jin Ryu's return to the mound yesterday and shares why he thinks the lefty deserves a role in the rotation going forward (36:11). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is back! He kicks off today's show discussing the Blue Jays ahead of today's trade deadline and how the addition of Jordan Hicks could help solidify the bullpen (00:02). Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi hops aboard to share the latest on Bo Bichette's injury suffered during Monday night's game, before zooming out to discuss if the team should address his absence at the deadline. Later on, the pair chat about what's behind the Blue Jays' struggles at the plate, Toronto's winning window, and what to expect ahead of 6 pm ET (10:32). On today's podcast-only portion, JD and the guys catch up on his vacation and share some thoughts on Sean Payton (50:01). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis recaps last night's uneventful Blue Jays loss against the Padres and breaks down why the team can't consistently produce offence (00:01). Then, former Blue Jays GM and current special advisor to the San Francisco Giants, J.P. Ricciardi joins the show to offer a front office perspective to the trade deadline! He discussing the internal and external pressures to make trades and how to balance the present and future of a franchise, before sharing some memories of the deadline in Toronto. To wrap up, the guys further the conversation to discuss why we view the Blue Jays' upcoming deadline differently from the Leafs and Raptors (40:02). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s episode recapping last night's disastrous start from Alek Manoah and where it leaves the Jays' rotation heading down the stretch. Afterwards, Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper and Bourne joins JD to sift through the latest news out of Leafs Land! The pair discuss what Auston Matthews' next contract might look like, if any progress has been made in William Nylander's negotiations, and if the Blue and White are better positioned now than when the season ended (01:34 ). Later on, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian takes us on a trip around the A.L. East to discuss if the Red Sox for real, how the Yankees might approach the trade deadline, and offers an outside perspective on the Blue Jays (31:21). JD wraps up today's show with the biggest stories we missed! (50:21) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by "The Golf Guys" Brent Gunning and Sam McKee! They start things off discussing why Steph Curry's win at the American Century Championship had more attention than Rory McIlroy's win at the Genesis Scottish Open over the weekend, and if that attention is good for golf. The guys then preview The Open Championship starting this weekend and highlight the best storylines heading into the tournament and their best bets to bring home the hardware (00:34). Later on, JD offers his thoughts on Netflix's new show "Quarterback" and how it compares to the similarly styled "Drive to Survive" series (40:21). To wrap things up, the guys chat about the biggest stories they missed in today's podcast-only portion! (50:01). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis welcomes on Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith to recap the team's sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks over the weekend. The pair re-evaluate the Jays' stance in the A.L. East, the team's top trade deadline priorities, if the "clutch gene" actually exists, and if they would reverse the trade for Daulton Varsho in hindsight (03:45). JD closes out the day with the biggest stories we missed over the weekend including Steph Curry winning a golf tournament and DeAndre Hopkins signing with the Titans!  (50:00) 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 any affiliate.

Ariel Helwani, host of the MMA Hour, joins JD to chat about the Knicks and Damian Lillard, the changed feeling around Canada Soccer, the hopeful come-up of Canada Basketball, and Francis Ngannou versus Tyson Fury (09:30). 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.

Ben Ennis, Host of Sportsnet's The Fan Drive Time, joins JD to discuss filling the void of the slow summer sports season, before sifting through the Blue Jays first half, how the American League standings may shape out, optimism about Hyun-jin Ryu, likely trade scenarios, and a couple "what if's" heading down the stretch. Later on, JD and Ben chat about the fast-growing Threads app and proper golfing etiquette (37:30). 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.

On the heels of yesterday's All-Star showdown, JD likes the direction baseball is heading in! Blue Jays television voice, Dan Shulman, joins JD to discuss Shohei Ohtani's looming free agency, the keys to a strong second half of the season for the Blue Jays, Daulton Varsho's impact, Toronto's urgency heading towards the trade deadline, if a six-man rotation is ideal, and a potential reunion with Teoscar Hernández (07:00). 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 any affiliates.

JD starts with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home-run derby victory. Then, Sportsnet's Raptors reporter Michael Grange joins JD to give his first impressions on Victor Wembanyama, before diving into the Raptors relationship dynamics, what's looming with Pascal Siakam, and what he's seen from the Raptors rookies at Summer League (06:00). Later, James Sharman, Head of Content and Senior Producer at Room 442, joins JD to discuss the state of Canada's senior men's national program, if John Herdman should still be manager heading into the 2026 World Cup, and the importance of the women's national team having a strong performance in the upcoming World Cup (33:30). In the podcast-only portion of the show, the gents rank the home-run derby among all-star events from other sports, before adding to the conversations on how the Raptors reached this fork in the road. 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.

JD Bunkis kicks off the week offering his thoughts on the Alex DeBrincat trade and extension and what it means for the Leafs and William Nylander going forward? He then gets into Fred VanVleet's comments this weekend on the Raptors chemistry, before debating if Saturday's win cemented Alex Volkanovski as the greatest featherweight of all time. Later on, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi joins JD to go over the Blue Jays first half of the season. They pair discuss if fans should be left with the feeling of disappointment despite them having the same record as last year, where the roster needs to improve the most, and if the organization has the prospect capital to take a big swing (23:30). 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.

JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis are back together for another edition of the 'Good Hour'! They go over the premature demise of Twitter and emergence of Threads. Is this the new thing? The guys then go over Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s hot streak and whether or not Ben is walking back any of his criticisms of him? Does he expect it to continue? JD and Ben then go over the situation both the Leafs and Raptors find themselves in currently. Who would you rather be? The pair wrap up debating if William Nylander or Pascal Siakam would be more likely to be traded. 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined off the top by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling! The pair chat about how underrated and underappreciated Shohei Ohtani is, before getting into the Blue Jays' decision to call Alek Manoah back up to the Majors (00:01). Later on, the guys dig in on the Jays' offence and what might be stifling it so far this season, if there's an issue with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s pitch selection, and what's lead to his recent renaissance (26:04). JD closes out the day with what we missed (50:01)! 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show celebrating the Argos' huge win over the B.C. Lions last night and highlights the excitement that Chad Kelly is bringing under centre (01:32). Later on, two-time Stanley Cup Champion and founder of the Klevr app, Kris Versteeg joins JD to weigh on how the Leafs' should approach William Nylander's contract situation. The pair also sort through Toronto's latest free agent acquisitions over the weekend and question if the team's roster has improved compared to last season (12:32). The guys wrap up the day with what we missed (50:01). 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.

JD Bunkis is joined by his Leafs Talk co-host Sam McKee to go over all the moves the Leafs made in free agency this weekend! James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor at The Athletic, joins the guys to share his thoughts on new additions Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi, the key players lost from last year's roster, and question if this group has another move left in them. JD and Sammy then weigh in on the Raptors losing Fred VanVleet and what it could mean for the franchise as they heading forward, before wrapping up the show with thoughts on a tough Blue Jays weekend against the Red Sox. 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.

JD Bunkis kicks off the show chatting about the news surrounding Fred VanVleet's looming free agency decision and what it means for the Raptors' off-season (00:01). Later on, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli sorts through the lack of moves coming out of the NHL Draft and if this trend will continue as we head into free agency (09:23). JD and Frank then try to understand the Mape Leafs' front office dynamic right now, what's on the horizon for the team's pending free agents, and whether or not William Nylander will still be a Leaf come Monday. JD closes out the week with his best bet, presented by Betano! (48:12) 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.

JD Bunkis is back! He kicks things off with his thoughts on the Blue Jays at the midway mark of the season and ponders if the fanbase's frustrations with the Jays might extend beyond baseball to the Toronto sports scene as a whole (00:01). Later on, Senior Managing Editor at The Athletic James Mirtle joins JD on the heels of last night's NHL Draft! He explain why we saw no trades during the first round, why the Leafs chose to select Easton Cowan, and what the pick says about Brad Treliving's approach to team building. The pair also discuss William Nylander and Auston Matthews' contract progress, how the Leafs arrived at David Kampf's extension, and they believe it's of fair value (11:34). JD closes out the day with his best bet of the day, presented by Betano! (47:34). 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.

JD Bunkis opens up discussing last night's NHL Awards and why he was left disappointed overall, but hopeful for the future. JD then dives into the Leafs' contract numbers to anticipate what William Nylander and Auston Matthews might receive (00:02). Later on, Senior NBA writer for Yahoo Sports Jake Fischer stops by to take a look at the latest Raptors rumours! He discusses O.G. Anunoby parting ways with Klutch Sports, Fred VanVleet's price in the free agent market, what Jakob Poeltl's next contract might look like, and how John Collins' trade could impact Pascal Siakam's future (13:45). JD closes out the day with his best bet, presented by Betano, (47:23) before heading over to the podcast-only section to chat about everything we missed! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis starts the week chatting about what posters bring back the most nostalgia, before getting into the Jays' weekend series victory over the Athletics, the fan base's seemingly negative mindset, and if this series renewed his faith in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (00:01) Next up, JD is joined by Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, to chat about the latest news for the Maple Leafs! The pair discuss if the team would consider trading their first round pick, the latest on Auston Matthews' extension, their biggest concerns with Brad Treliving, the state of the bottom-six, and how the defensive core will shape up for next season (20:34). JD then shares his best bet of the day, presented by Betano, (47:54) before wrapping things up with today's podcast-only section including the biggest lie you've been caught in and the impact of Joe Rogan (50:01). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, to break down the Raptors' selection of Gradey Dick with the 13th pick in the NBA Draft! (00:01) The pair discuss the freshman's skillset, how he can fit with the current roster, and what to make of his social media presence. JD and Blake also weigh in on Chris Haynes' report about Pascal Siakam wanting to stay in Toronto and how Fred VanVleet's free agency decision factors in, before looking back on Chris Paul's trade to the Warriors. JD closes out the week with best bets, presented by Betano! (45:34). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show sharing his surprise about the rumors surrounding Larry Tanenbaum selling a share of MLSE holding, and what the evaluation of the organization is in total. He then dives into the 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame class and why Curtis Joseph and Alexander Mogilny did not make the cut (02:23). Later on, NBA insider Marc Stein joins JD to sift through the Raptors' rumour mill including Fred VanVleet's future, the impact of Gary Trent Jr. opting back in, and if Jakob Poeltl will return to Toronto. He also previews tonight's NBA Draft with a look at Scoot Henderson's projected pick, if Zion Williamson could get moved, and what's next for Draymond Green (14:34). JD then offers his best bet of the day, presented by Betano, (42:34) before discussing what we missed on today's podcast-only portion! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis kicks things off breaking down a big-time win for the Blue Jays over the Marlins, why these games in June have a high leverage feel, and if last night's win alleviated some of the pressure on John Schneider (00:02). Later on, Matt Moore of The Action Network joins JD to go over all the burning questions facing the Toronto Raptors. The pair discuss Gary Trent Jr. opting into the final year of his deal, if Masai Ujiri misread the market at the trade deadline, what's next for Fred VanVleet, and if Damian Lillard and Zion Williamson could be on the move (20:21). JD closes out the day with his best bets of the day, presented by Betano! (44:49). JD wraps up the day with a podcast only version where the guys go over the missing submarine, and Woj no longer spoiling the draft! (50:01) 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is back from vacation alongside Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, for this edition of the 'Good Hour'! They start off chatting about some of the finer points of house ownership and indoor plumbing, before taking a step back for a wide angle view of the Toronto sports scene. The pair discuss which team is creating the most hope right now, the Maple Leafs' plan to run it back, and if the Raptors will make a move before Thursday's NBA Draft. (32:09) Ben and JD also dig into what's gone wrong for the Blue Jays lately, who's to blame and what needs to change moving forward. JD closes out the show with his best bets of the day, presented by Betano, (47:34) before jumping over to the podcast-only portion to catch up on some of the things we missed! (50:02). 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.

JD Bunkis opens with his thoughts on the Vegas Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup last night, what the rest of the league can take away from this, and what lessons the Leafs learn from how Vegas built their roster. (00:37) Then, former Orioles centre fielder and 4x Gold Glover Adam Jones joins JD to reminisce about the chaos of the 2016 American League Wild Card game, before taking a look at the state of the Jays-Orioles rivalry today and the pros and cons on the wave. (16:12) JD closes out the show with his best bets, presented by Betano! (46:36) In today's podcast-only portion, the guys go over Jason Spezza’s hiring in Pittsburgh, and how they feel about Kyle Dubas two weeks after the breakup (47:47). 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 affiliate.

JD Bunkis is joined by Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, to break down all the action from the Denver Nuggets NBA Championship! They go over how impressed they were by Nikola Jokic's play, if it's still too early to debate where he ranks all time, and if Jamal Murray’s performance in the Finals could elevate him above Steve Nash as Canada's best basketball player. (02:34) Later on, JD asks Blake what question he would want to ask Darko Rajakovic if he had the "truth serum", before weighing in on Fred VanVleet declining his player option for the 2023-24 season (45:02). We wrap up with today's best bet, presented by Betano! (48:00) 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 any affiliates.

JD Bunkis is joined by Sam McKee, host of The Golf Show, to recap Nick Taylor’s historic performance at the RBC Canadian Open (02:34)! The pair chat about where it ranks among the greatest Canadian sports moments, how will this effect golf in the long run, and if the hype will this carry over to next week's US Open. Later on, Sportsnet's Michael Grange hops aboard to discuss the Raptors' head coaching hire Darko Rajakovic, what's still ahead this off-season, and if there's any legitimacy to the rumors of Fred VanVleet leaving in free agency (24:22). JD then offers his best bet of the day, presented by Betano (48:21)! Sam McKee rejoins the guys for today's podcast-only portion to try to make sense of Conor McGregor laying out a mascot (49:13). 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.

Ariel Helwani joins JD to chat about pick-up hoops, the Heat's comeback chances, a key question mark around Canada's men's basketball program, contrasting the 2019 Raptors with the 2023 Heat, the new season of The Ultimate Fighter and Conor McGregor. (06:45) JD then offers today's best bets, presented by Betano! (49:15) 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.

JD starts the show emphasizing the Nuggets' stellar performance in Game 3 of the NBA Finals before being joined by co-host of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, Jon Weiner! The pair discuss the Heat being written off again, the psyche of the team's fans, Miami as a sports city, the looming reception for Messi in South Florida, and subtle differences between the 305 and 416 (4:30). JD then offers today's best bets, presented by Betano (45:00)! Plus, today's podcast-only portion with JD and the gang (49:50). 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.