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JD Bunkis breaks down the biggest stories in sports every weekday morning. Honest, direct, and a touch of diablerie. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN from 9am-11am ET.
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JD opens with his reaction to Auston Matthews getting hurt again (00:00). Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, thinks Matthews' may have sustained a new injury, not aggravated an old one (10:00). Kris and JD discuss the two hits Matthews took against the Buffalo Sabres, why Matthews' health is now the biggest story of the Leafs' season, Morgan Rielly's need for a perfect partner, the rift between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson, Matt Rempe, and the lowly Sabres. JD touches on some 'Stats You Should Know' (47:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and FOX analyst, breaks down what's stood out most about Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings' undeniably successful season, the active MVP race, the Washington Commanders as a playoff team, and how real parity is in the NFL (52:00). JD then gets into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s comments regarding a contract extension with the Blue Jays and the breaking point between the two sides (1:17:30). 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.
Jared Carrabis of Baseball is Dead and Section 10 podcasts joins JD to discuss how baseball has changed since introducing the pitch clock, the MLB marketing their big stars, missing out on Juan Soto, Toronto as a free agent destination, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s next contract negotiations, and the New York Yankees' offseason moves (0:00). Then, JD then talks about the Leafs and Sabres' rivalry (48:00). Afterward, Tate Frazier of Thru The Ringer and One Shining podcasts breaks down Cooper Flagg as a tantalizing top prospect, the high ceilings of the two dynamic Rutgers freshmen Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper, other options at the top of the NBA draft, and Bill Belichick taking the UNC head coaching gig (49:50). Finally, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala and JD chat about Gavin McKenna's super elite talent, the skill and will of Team Canada's World Junior roster, what to expect from Easton Cowan at the tournament, and who will be the most exciting player to watch (1:18:00).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.
1JD kicks off the show alongside James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, to dive into the Maple Leafs' 5-3 win over the Dallas Stars (00:00). They chat about Toronto's first line, Auston Matthews' production this season, secondary scoring, Nick Robertson's value, the trade market, Matt Murray, Dennis Hildeby, how the team adapts to playing in front of backup goalies, slow starts, and different ways to win. Then, JD gives his thoughts on Mat Ishbia's new $2 menu at Suns home games (47:20). Afterward, Charles McDonald, NFL writer for Yahoo Sports, joins the show to talk with JD about Week 16, the race for the NFL Draft, the playoff picture, fearing the Broncos in the playoffs, the Chargers long-term outlook, Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, the contract king Kirk Cousins, and Michael Penix Jr. (50:32). 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 reacts to news of Anthony Stolarz missing an extended period of time (00:00). Rick Bowness, who has coached the most games in NHL history, breaks down how he managed goaltenders like Connor Hellebuyck, how goaltending play affects a team implementing a new system, the hardest thing(s) to execute with a new team, if the strategy from the Maple Leafs' opponents has materially changed, and the ever-evolving challenge as a head coach (7:00). NBA writer and podcaster, Zach Harper, gets into the quirks and successes of the NBA Cup Final, trade value for Bruce Brown, and the Raptors finishing 17th in The Athletic's front-office poll (50:00). JD and the producers continue the NBA Cup and All-Star debate and 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.
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show joins JD at the top of the program for Good Hour! The pair talk about the disappointing NFL Monday Night double-header, RJ Barrett's ability to tank, Kelly Olynyk's contract, Immanuel Quickley, Jake Bloss, Vlad Guerrero Jr. maximizing his earnings and the possible return in a trade (00:00). Then, President of Hockey Content at Daily Faceoff, Frank Seravalli, joins JD to speak about the path to a new deal for John Tavares, the NHL trade market, the Leafs' needs, the underwhelming centre market, and the price of youth hockey (52:14). 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 week listing positive and negative indicators from the Maple Leafs' weekend and season so far (00:00). JD brings on Anthony Petrielli, writer and podcast host at Maple Leafs Hot Stove, to get into the Leafs' slow starts and bursts of strong play, different line combinations and ideal defensive pairings (7:00). JD then gives offers Stats You Should Know from this past weekend in sports (47:00). JD then shares further thoughts on the Leafs' goaltending depth and draft pick Ben Danford, before reacting to Josh Allen's supremacy, the soaring Philadelphia Eagles, and the waning Kansas City Chiefs (53:00). Nate Geary, Buffalo Bills game day host, breaks down Allen's MVP season, what other Bills deserve credit and why it feels different than past Bills seasons (1:13:00). 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.
Senior Writer at the Athletic, James Mirtle, joins JD to discuss Anthony Stolarz' injury, how the team will use Joseph Woll in the upcoming stretch of back-to-backs, Dennis Hildeby, Matt Murray, the team's more important Max, Morgan Rielly's season overall, and a Tanev brother's reunion (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on Brock Purdy and the scary Los Angeles Rams (45:10). MLB Network insider Jon Morosi speaks with JD about Kyle Tucker, Vladdy, frustrations in the Jays' front office, the possibility of a Bo Bichette trade, Corbin Burnes, Anthony Santander, and pitchers to upgrade Toronto's rotation (50:21). Sportsnet's Michael Grange and JD talk about Scottie Barnes' injury concern, the Raptors' tank, and Immanuel Quickley's fit on the team (1:15:17). 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 teases why the Blue Jays offseason feels like a band-aid on a bullet wound (00:00). Jackie Redmond, NHL and WWE personality, joins JD to debate if Connor Bedard should have made Team Canada's 4 Nations roster, an underlying benefit of the Maple Leafs' goaltending tandem, and travelling etiquette (8:00). JD reacts to news of Scottie Barnes expected to miss "several weeks" of basketball (48:30). Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling comes in-studio to dive into the Blue Jays' off-season with JD; the Corbin Burnes chase and starting rotation, the options with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette as they approach free-agency, the yearning for home runs, what hitters they'd like to see on the Jays, and industry advice (51:00). 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 at the top of the show by two-time Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg, to dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2-1 win over Sheldon Keefe and the New Jersey Devils, Anthony Stolarz' phenomenal performance, the New York Rangers' situation, and the Leafs' depth scoring (00:00). Then, former Blue Jays GM and host of 'The Brushback', JP Ricciardi speaks with JD about the Jays' trade for Andrés Giménez, the Juan Soto sweepstakes, positives for the New York Mets, and extending Vlad Guerrero Jr. (33:16). Later on, Jeff Blair, co-host of 'Blair and Barker', joins the program to discuss a potential Bo Bichette move, fallout from the Jays' trades, Daulton Varsho, Yimi Garcia, which free agents the Jays should go after, frustrations surrounding Vladdy's next deal, and impactful bats (51:40). Finally, JD finishes the show with his thoughts on the NBA Cup (1:36:06). 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 from The FAN Morning Show dive into Jordan Romano moving on to the Philadelphia Phillies, where the Blue Jays are with a Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension and how Juan Soto's record-breaking contract impacts it (00:00). Plus, a look at the most hated athlete-fan dynamics in sports today. John Jastremski, host of the 'New York New York' podcast on The Ringer, joins JD to discuss how Soto signing with the Mets is being received in New York City, how New York has embraced OG Anunoby, and the most hated sports figures in that city (54:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:26:00)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.
Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to discuss the repercussions for the Blue Jays after Juan Soto's $765 million, 15-year contract with the Mets, the pressure on the front office, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette's next deals, and if the Jays missed out on free agents (00:00). Then, JD gives his 'Stats You Should Know' from the weekend (41:41). After, FOX NFL analyst Brady Quinn breaks down the weekend that was in the NFL, including Josh Allen's superhero loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the MVP race, the Minnesota Vikings and Sam Darnold, the NFC West-leading Seattle Seahawks, and Bryce Young (48:41). Finally, JD and the producers wrap the show with 'What We Missed' (1:27:10). 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.
With Team Canada's official roster announced, JD and James Mirtle from The Athletic break down what has become Canada's biggest weakness in hockey: goaltending (00:00). JD and James also list a couple points of interest heading into the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament (10:00). James then outlines just how good the Maple Leafs goaltending has been, if Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner should be reunited as linemates, the Leafs' lack of centre depth, and David Kampf as the odd-man out. Legendary broadcaster from ESPN NFL primetime, Chris Berman, chats about about playing football in stadiums with and without roofs, why the Buffalo Bills' time is now, and seeing Sidney Crosby play in (50:00). Martin Brodeur, Hall of Fame Canadian goaltender, talks about the feeling of playing in best-on-best international hockey, the pressure on Team Canada in the 2002 Winter Olympics, the roster selection process, USA Hockey's growth, Canada's goaltenders and the impacts of prioritizing goaltending tandems (1:14:00). 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 why he misses the element of surprise in sports (00:00). ESPN NBA insider, Bobby Marks, joins JD to discuss if the Raptors are too good to tank, where the NBA's regular season problem(s) are trending, ESPN's 25 under 25 list, where Scottie Barnes ranked on the list and why RJ Barrett didn't make the cut (7:00). JD and Producer Armen discuss the list in greater detail (35:00). Craig Simpson, Sportsnet Maple Leafs analyst, breaks down the Leafs' elite goaltending tandem and how it effects other parts of the team (50:00). Craig also evaluates Craig Berube's messaging, plus where Fraser Minten and Nikita Grebenkin fit on the roster. The gents end the show with 'What We Missed!' (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.
Blake Murphy, co-host of The Raptors Show, joins the show to talk with JD about if the Toronto Raptors' tank is dead, which teams will finish below them in the standings, the cellar teams, players returning from injury, Toronto's struggles in the clutch, players who could be traded, and Darko Rajaković's recent comments on Scottie Barnes' threes (00:00). Then, the two discuss the Juan Soto to the Blue Jays rumours and the underwhelming 'Plan B' (32:23). Afterwards, Jim Bowden, MLB analyst and insider for CBS Sports, joins the program to dive into the Winter Meetings, Juan Soto's future, the Jays' free agent strategy, the issues with the team, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s looming free agency, Rōki Sasaki, players linked to Toronto, and Alex Bregman's market (49:28). JD and the producers finish the show with 'What We Missed' (1:19:39). 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.
Luke Fox, NHL writer with Sportsnet, discusses the latest Mitch Marner murmurs, JD's Team Canada roster picks, Craig Berube's system, Joseph Woll's strong stretch, and the Leafs' holiday shopping list (6:00). JD then gets into some NFL stats you should know (42:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and FOX Sports analyst, breaks down where the rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan University is at, the surging Buffalo Bills, the updated MVP race, the head-coaching carousel, judging the dirty hit on Trevor Lawrence and more (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.
Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to parse through the MLB's free-agency chase for Juan Soto, where the Blue Jays are at with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on a contract extension and why prioritizing other contracts might be a mistake (00:00). Then, two-time NBA champion, Joel Anthony, drops-in to chat about Miami Heat 'culture' and how the grind of a rebuild can affect the Raptors (34:00). NHL Network's Mike Kelly comes on to discuss Team Canada's upcoming roster reveal for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament (53:00). Mike gets into how Connor Bedard and Mitch Marner have started their seasons, makes a dark horse case for John Tavares, and questions the goaltending situation. The week ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:19:00) 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.
James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the parity of the NHL regular season, Toronto's moral victories, lessons from the Leafs' latest stretch, Nick Robertson's stock, William Nylander's success, Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner's future contract, Morgan Rielly's season so far, and the state of Canadian goalies (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on the Thanksgiving slate in the NFL, before bringing on Breakfast Television's Sid Seixeiro (51:00). Sid and JD chat about the Leafs' goaltending situation, the need for clarification on player's injuries, and the pessimism and optimism around Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays. Finally, JD and Armen speak on the Minnesota Timberwolves' tire fire (1:31:00). 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 Ailish Forfar, co-host of The FAN Pre Game Show, draft their report cards for each Maple Leaf and categorize each player based on their 2024-25 season so far (00:00). Next, Ailish helps set the stage for the upcoming PWHL season, before the duo rifts off an item on their A-List (28:00). Brian Boyle, former NHL forward and NHL Network analyst, breaks down why the Leafs are his current pick to make the Stanley Cup Final (51:30). Brian and JD also chat about setting goals in the regular season and the Rangers' panic-meter in New York. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:27:00)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 from The FAN Morning Show chat about Jordan Romano's time as a Toronto Blue Jay, his legacy here, and where he ranks among Canadians who have played for the team (5:00). JD and Ben also discuss the Jays' off-season rumours and who they'd like to see sign with Toronto (25:00). JD dives into the Raptors' ethical tank; the team's options in crunch time, what question marks can be answered later into the season, and how frustration might settle in (54:00). JD then discusses Lamar Jackson's growth and the ripple effect of his potential third MVP, Justin Herbert's stardom, and the conversation surrounding Mitch Marner's contract situation (1:07:00). The gents end with 'What We Missed!' (1:16:00)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.
Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, joins JD to discuss the Leafs' lines when Auston Matthews rejoins the team, Mitch Marner's consistency without the captain, Nicholas Robertson, Nikita Grebenkin, Fraser Minten, and Connor Bedard's position in Chicago (00:00). Then, JD delivers 'Stats You Should Know' from the weekend (44:58). After, NFL analyst for FOX, Brady Quinn, breaks down Week 12 of the NFL with JD including: the New York Giants, Jayden Daniels, Kliff Kingsbury, Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, the Minnesota Vikings, the San Francisco 49ers, and Brock Purdy (50:50). Finally, JD and the producers finish the show with 'What We Missed' (1:24:08). 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.
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