Claim OwnershipThe JD Bunkis Podcast
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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 chats about breaking news Scottie Scheffler was detained Friday morning (00:00). Luke Gazdic, former NHL forward and Sportsnet NHL analyst, breaks down the frustrating Oilers, the goaltending conundrums and underrated Rangers players (10:00). JD touches on the legacy stakes for Jamal Murray as the Timberwolves and Nuggets head into Game 7. Tim Leiweke, former MLSE CEO and current CEO of the Oak View Group, discusses building modern sports stadiums, new MLSE CEO Keith Pelley and Toronto as a sports market (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.
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD to chat about the growing sample size of the Blue Jays, if an upcoming winning streak is actually good for the team, reasons to re-tool or re-build, what a win-win move might look like and the biggest 'what if' in recent Toronto sports memory (00:00). Zach Harper, NBA writer with The Bounce and The Athletic, discusses Nikola Jokic's ascension, why high-calibre NBA defences struggle to handle Jokic, if Shaquille O'Neal's most-dominant reputation is at risk, and the Minnesota Timberwolves moment at hand (1:00:00). 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.
Jeff Blair of Sportsnet's Blair & Barker, explores Canada Soccer ahead of the 2026 World Cup and George Springer's predicament with the Blue Jays (00:00). Later, JD praises Nikola Jokic's Game 5 masterpiece and wonders where's the love from the rest of the NBA (35:00). DJ Bean, co-host of the Whats Chaos Show, checks-in to discuss the madness in the Bruins-Panthers and Canucks-Oiler series; how NHL fans view' rats', how the Leafs might've faired against the Panthers, the Oilers-Canucks battle, Nikita Zadorov's rising popularity and Elias Pettersson's similarity to Mitch Marner (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.
After a heroic playoff performance, JD emphasizes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's case as Canada's best athlete (00:00). Shi Davidi, Sportsnet's senior MLB columnist, breaks down the big-picture importance of the Blue Jays next two series, the Orioles' interest in Jordan Romano, Erik Swanson's lows, how the Jays are feeling about Alek Manoah and Yariel Rodriguez, why George Springer is still the lead-off hitter and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent success (10:00). Later on, the gents briefly discuss their sports-watching habits (42:00). Sid Seixeiro, host on Breakfast Television, chats about Soccer Canada's new men's head coach and where the program is at ahead of the 2026 World Cup, final takeaways from the Leafs end-of-year presser, and the odds of the Jays, Leafs and Raptors having new management by 2025 (51:00). "What We Missed!" to finish the show (1:28:00). 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.
Blake Murphy, Raptors analyst and host of Jays Talk Plus, just JD to discuss the aftermath of the NBA Draft Lottery. Was it a good or bad thing that the Raptors lost their 2024 first-round pick? What are the Raptors prioritizing this off-season? What to expect from the 2024 NBA draft? (00:00). Plus, JD and Blake chat about the Blue Jays' weekend, the biggest signs of optimism and pessimism, if and when Ross Atkins' time is up, and Alek Manoah's path back to a full-time starter (24:00). James Mirtle, senior managing editor at The Athletic, reviews the Maple Leafs' press conference with Keith Pelley, Brandon Shanahan and Brad Treliving (52:00). James and JD discuss the shifted power dynamic, what the "Shanaplan" will be judged by this season, navigating Mitch Marner's no-movement-clause, the Leafs coaching candidates and the latest on Joel Quenneville. JD ends the show with thoughts on Nikola Jokic and the Edmonton Oilers series with the Vancouver Canucks. 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.
1Sportsnet's Jeff Marek joins JD Bunkis to discuss how Sheldon Keefe handled his final media conference and moments with the Maple Leafs, the challenge of striking the right tone, Keith Pelley's unique approach and understanding where the Leafs fan base is at (00:00). Sportsnet's Luke Fox notes the power shift at MLSE, the Leafs' crucial off-season questions and how it was covering Keefe during his tenure (25:00). JD gets into how Sheldon Keefe understood the Toronto market place and his parting message to Leafs nation, plus what he really wants to hear in Friday's management press conference (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.
Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD in-studio to get into how the second-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs makes them feel about the Leafs' exit, current rankings of the Blue Jays' lineup, Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and his cringe post-game interview shower (00:00). Jim Bowden, MLB insider and analyst, talks about where the Blue Jays are, why it's time to make tough decisions, and the black cloud that still hovering (50:00). Elliotte Friedman and Nick Kypreos join the show to react to breaking news of the Toronto Maple Leafs firing head coach Sheldon Keefe (1:08:00). 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.
Whit Merrifield, Philadelphia Phillies second baseman, talks about how his free-agency landed him in Philly, why his time in Toronto concluded, the vibe around the 2023 Blue Jays, how it's like as a player when the team isn't getting results and his love for city (2:00). Later, JD chats about the NHL Draft Lottery and matchups in the second-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (27:00). Derrick Lewis a.k.a. "The Black Beast" discusses his upcoming heavyweight main event at UFC 301, how his catchphrase came to be, dealing with an ear infection, and catching car thieves (36:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith, Blue Jays writer and co-host of the At The Letters podcast, chats about the slumping Toronto Blue Jays; how close are they to making changes? What will be prioritized? Is it the cook, the ingredients or both? What exactly will push them to decide between buying and selling? And if there are any positives to lean on (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 details the Maple Leafs' exit interviews; Mitch Marner's "looked upon as Gods" comment, John Tavares thinking the Leafs are "right there", William Nylander's admiration for the core, credit to Sheldon Keefe and criticism about his remarks on the powerplay process (00:00). James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic, and JD discuss the what news could come of Friday's Leafs management press conference, the confidence level that Marner will waive his no-move clause and the different ways Marner's tenure with the Leafs could end, the read on Keefe's job security, and a look-ahead at the Leafs' next head coaching options (50:30). The show ends with thoughts on the Timberwolves and Nuggets. 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 lays out what went wrong, what we learned and what should be next for the Toronto Maple Leafs following another first-round playoff loss (00:00). Mike Futa, former NHL executive and analyst with Sportsnet, discusses Matthew Tkachuk's poke at the Leafs, how a front office goes about trading a player with a no movement clause, what Sheldon Keefe speaking to the media on locker clean-out day could suggest and an observation about the relationship between Brad Treliving and Brendan Shanahan (28:00). Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion and creator of the Klevr app, breaks down what locker-room clean out day is like, how the Leafs were sleeping on the series-winning goal, Sheldon Keefe's shortcomings, if Mitch Marner's criticism has been overblown, how the rest of the NHL views the Leafs and if Morgan Rielly should be on the trading block (50:00). The show ends with Jays thoughts 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 lays out the stakes and implications of Game 7 between the Leafs and Bruins. James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic, discusses the anxiety in Boston, the Leafs playing 'playoff hockey', Brad Treliving's additions, credit to Sheldon Keefe and which Maple Leaf has the most to gain or lose (8:00). Teemu Selanne, Hockey Hall of Famer, talks about the anxiety in Boston, playing Game 7 on the road, the importance of special teams, Jim Montgomery calling out David Pastrňák, the physical toll for older players and starring in his first movie (54:00). 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.
Jackie Redmond from the NHL on TNT and NHL Network joins JD in-studio to get into the feelings heading into Game 6 in Toronto; being a Leafs fan, embracing change, what coming back from 3-1 could mean for the rest of the Leafs playoffs and the off-season, how the 'others' on the team might feel, and negativity in the media (00:00). Mike Rupp, former NHL forward and analyst with NHL Network, discusses the dramatic highs and lows of the Maple Leafs, building a culture, how Auston Matthews has matured, how the Leafs can replicate their Game 5 performance, and the thin line Brad Marchand is tip-toeing on (50:00). Later on, JD gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays' offence and Drake's hip-hop beef. 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 vibes before, during, and after Game 5, Brad Marchand's defensiveness about blowing a 3-1 lead, what the Bruins are starting to question, and the latest health update on Auston Matthews (7:00). JD lays out points of optimism for Leafs fans, but wonders why their effort is so inconsistent. Former NHL goaltender, Carter Hutton, joins JD to breakdown how Joseph Woll impressed, if the Leafs waited too long to bring Woll in, Woll's psychological strength, the hurdle of ankle injuries for goalies, which goalie the Bruins deploy in Game 6 and Game 7 - if necessary (27:00). Matthew Barnaby, former NHL forward and author of Unfiltered, discusses if it's more nerve-racking being up or down in a series, respect for Brad Marchand, how Mitch Marner and the Leafs have responded to criticism and looking ahead to Game 6 (50:00). The gents end 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, and JD discuss Jamal Murray's clutch gene, the exhaustion of the Maple Leafs and their fans, William Nylander being mic'd up in Game 4, plus a big picture Blue Jays questions regarding their stars and manager (00:00). Felix Potvin, former Maple Leafs goaltender, chats about the tactic Sheldon Keefe took by telling the media that the Leafs effort was fine, advice for Joseph Woll, Jeremey Swayman's form, the feeling you have to fight down in a series, and positive signs that belief exists in a team (50:00). Sara Civian, Hockey Writer with Bleacher Report, checks-in from Boston to chat about how Bruins fans feel about the rivalry, how they have taken a choke-hold on the series, if the team's original goaltending strategy is finished, and are we still discrediting what the Bruins are doing (1:00:00). 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 relays the temperature of Maple Leafs fans after a porous Game 4 showing. Kris Versteeg, 2x Stanley Cup champion and Creator of the Klevr App, gets into what the Leafs are lacking. How do the Leafs still not have an identity? Plus, organizational and locker-room accountability, betting on talent, taking pride in your role, coaching shortcomings, quantifying effort and the loser psyche (8:00). JD then tells his experience at the ballpark watching Shohei Ohtani dunk on Blue Jays nation (41:00). Joe Siddall, former catcher and Blue Jays Studio Analyst, discusses the struggling top of the order, how far pitching and defence can take a major league team, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette's lack of productivity, how Bichette can get back to his best self, how much coaching plays into hitting and judging the Jays record based on how they've played (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.
Ben Ennis, Co-Host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD Bunkis to chat about the Leafs crowd in Toronto with real feedback from fans at Game 3 (00:00). Later, JD and Ben get into the upcoming Dodgers series, what's kept the Blue Jays afloat, and their level of confidence in the Jays' hitters (25:00). P.K. Subban, former NHL All-Star and current ESPN analyst, breaks down how the Leafs can make their powerplay work, mental games with Brad Marchand, why Toronto isn't getting the most from Mitch Marner and building a locker-room culture (50:00). JD ends the show with thoughts on the NFL draft 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 lays out what's not clicking with the Maple Leafs. James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic, gets into the Leafs' poor powerplay; potential adjustments and the contrast with the Bruins powerplay. JD and James also discuss Sheldon Keefe's home playoff record and comments about Brad Marchand, William Nylander's top-secret injury, the uncomfortable core four conversation, who TJ Brodie should draw-in for and what the bright side is (8:00). Sportsnet Analyst and Stanley Cup Champion, Craig Simpson, breaks down what the Leafs' powerplay lacks and how it can get better, what penalty killing skills are hampering the Leafs, Mitch Marner's game, if not knowing status of teammate is a distraction, and the Leafs' winning formula (52:00). 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.
Luke Fox, Maple Leafs and NHL Writer with Sportsnet, joins JD to discuss their confidence levels after Game 2, if the Bruins will deviate from their goaltending plan, the latest from William Nylander, if T.J. Brodie will draw back into the lineup, and the contrast between Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner (7:00). Pete Blackburn, Co-host of the What's Chaos Show, checks-in to give the Boston perspective on the Bruins-Leafs rivalry; how are Bruins fans feeling about the series thus far, goaltending strategy, Tyler Bertuzzi, and Max Domi as the villain (35:00). Later on, Breakfast Television's Sid Seixeiro chats with JD about the nature of the Leafs' crowd and fanbase, if Marner's criticism is fair, Sheldon Keefe, the secrecy around Nylander 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.
JD kicks things off discussing the stakes in the Leafs-Bruins playoff series. Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, analyzes how Auston Matthews looks different in this year's postseason, the coaching chess match in the series, what to do with Mitch Marner, potential changes heading into Game 3 and the William Nylander mystery (8:00). Later on, JD then gives his thoughts on Ilya Samsonov's performance through two games before wrapping up 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 concerns from the Maple Leafs' Game 1 loss. He's joined by Mike Futa, former Stanley Cup-winning executive, to discuss Toronto's need for desperation, Max Domi's passion, Mitch Marner's chance to change his career narrative, and the recipe for the Leafs' stars to have success (8:00). JD then gives some rapid-fire thoughts about the Blue Jays (40:00). Former NHL head coach Claude Julien explains how the Leafs got away from their identity, game-planning for Game 2, how team culture is manifested, Boston's mental edge, if the Bruins hope Sheldon Keefe will reunite Marner and Auston Matthews, accountability in the locker room, and coaching decisions with fringe injuries (52:00). 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.
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