JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show (0:00) to discuss the latest reports from contract negotiations between pending free agent Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays. They debate the relative value of Vladdy compared to Juan Soto, how the optics around the team would improve with the slugger under contract ahead of Opening Day, whether to trust Guerrero Jr.'s durability over the long term, and how New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole being out for the year after Tommy John surgery impacts the outlook of the AL East. Later, JD and Ben shift their focus towards the Toronto Maple Leafs, whether tonight's matchup against the Florida Panthers is a measuring-stick game, and how close the Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens are to becoming Toronto's biggest rival again. Afterwards, JD speaks with former all-star NHL blueliner Keith Yandle (50:00). The Spittin' Chiclets co-host shares why his former teammate, Scott Laughton, is well equipped to adjust quickly in Toronto, his reaction to Brad Marchand being traded to the Florida Panthers, and the growing number of NHL players willing to share their personality. JD and the producers close out 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.

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