The JD Bunkis Podcast

JD begins the show reviewing the Toronto Blue Jays' disappointing weekend series in Texas before being joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (12:35). Together, they discuss the Blue Jays' wilting playoff chances, level of concern with Dylan Cease's shoulder injury, whether the benefits outweighed the risks involved with keeping Cease in the rotation during September, and an early look at offseason priorities for the front office. Afterwards, JD shares his takeaways from Week 2 in the NFL and first impressions from Leafs preseason action (43:15).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.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD shares his thoughts on the importance of the Toronto Blue Jays' weekend series in Texas and Kawhi Leonard's anticipated two-year extension with the Toronto Raptors (0:00). Then Carmen Vitali, analyst at Fox Sports Radio (16:15), joins the show to review Josh Allen's vintage performance in the Buffalo Bills' first win at new Highmark Stadium, overreactions from Week 1 in the NFL that might hold true, and which teams are already feeling urgency to win this upcoming weekend. Afterwards JD and the producers wrap with "What We Missed" (42:50).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.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD begins the show discussing the level of anticipation and intrigue ahead of this Leafs season compared to recent years. Then, JD is joined by James Mirtle, Senior Writer at The Athletic (8:18), to preview Toronto Maple Leafs training camp storylines including Auston Matthews' health, expectations for Jim Hiller's management of Gavin McKenna, how the lines at forward could shake out, and Darren Raddysh's eventual defensive partner. Afterwards, JD and the producers wrap with "What We Missed" (44:28).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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD is joined by Matthew Knies, Toronto Maple Leafs forward (3:09), to discuss what he learned from last years adversity on a team and personal level, what he focused on over the offseason, his first impressions on Gavin McKenna, and how he dealt with the noise of trade rumours this summer. Afterwards, JD and Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne (21:05) chat about the surge in 8-year deals signed ahead of NHL training camps and pressure points across the league including Auston Matthews' future, sky-high expectations surrounding the Montreal Canadiens, and Connor McDavid entering his thirties in search of his first Stanley Cup.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.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD reacts to the Toronto Blue Jays' series opening 6-5 loss to the Detroit Tigers, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s let down performance, and John Schneider's decision to forego warming up a bullpen arm while Jose Soriano entered the seventh frame (0:00). Then, JD is joined by Es Baraheni, co-host of The NBA Daily Podcast at The Athletic (20:50), together they discuss the Kawhi Leonard trade getting over the finish line, whether there's any questions with the roster fit for the Toronto Raptors, and where Toronto belongs amongst the contender rankings. Afterwards, JD shares his perspective on the Kansas City Chiefs' upset win over the Denver Broncos (47:32).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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.