The JD Bunkis Podcast

Hour 1: Are the Leafs Coming Out of It? w/ James Mirtle

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the wins from the Maple Leafs and Raptors, before bringing on James Mirtle (12:00), senior writer from The Athletic. JD and James get int...

Leafs Front Office Conversations w/ Mike Futa

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Futa, co-host of The FAN Hockey Show, joins JD in-studio to get into real litmus tests, the bar for the Maple Leafs, how executives apply what th...

Hour 1: Jays Reliever Pursuit, the AL East & Modern Rivalries w/ Ben Ennis

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD in-studio to chop it up about Brad Marchand's trolling, modern rivalries, Devin Williams signing ...

Hour 2: The Bipolar Leafs Weekend w/ Matthew Barnaby + WWM

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew Barnaby, 14-year NHL forward, joins JD to discuss how much defence can be improved mid-season, if the Maple Leafs next game is their biggest l...

Hour 1: NFL Week 13 Takeaways w/ Brady Quinn

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD looks over the up-and-down weekend for the Maple Leafs and Raptors (00:00). Former NFL quarterback, Brady Quinn, joins JD (10:00) to analyze the su...

Hour 2: The Leafs Tricky Depth Mix and the Right Path Forward w/ James Mirtle

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Athletic's James Mirtle joins JD to dive into the uptick of injuries in the NHL; if it's impacting the product and how it compares to other league...

Black Friday, Thanksgiving NFL Games + Darko Perception Change w/ Eric Smith

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD lays out his Black Friday gripe (00:00). Raptors play by play voice, Eric Smith, joins JD to discuss his new book 'We the Raptors', and chat about ...

Hour 2: What the Cease Signing Means Now and Moving Forward for the Jays w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to dive deeper into the Blue Jays signing Dylan Cease; how is this signing on-brand with the Jays strategy? W...

Hour 1: Dylan Cease Signs with the Jays + The Worst Contracts in Toronto Sports History w/ Ben Ennis

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, from The FAN Morning Show, react to the Blue Jays signing starting pitcher Dylan Cease. The good hour duo discuss what Cease brings ...

Hour 2: The Brilliance of Jokic and Will We Ever Get Another One? w/ Matt Bonner

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Bonner, former Raptor and co-host of The Raptors Show, and JD chat about the Raptors winning streak, Nikola Jokic's greatness, Chris Paul's legac...

Hour 1: Leafs Injury Trends and Matthews' Moment w/ Nick Kypreos

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD mulls over the rising frequency of injuries before bringing on Nick Kypreos, from the Real Kyper and Bourne, to get into Auston Matthews' injury re...

The Bar for Auston Matthews + WWM

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD sifts through Auston Matthews’ career, why this is Matthews’ hinge moment, and the perception of him in the Toronto market. JD and Producer Arm...

Hour 1: Raps Win Streak, Ingram's Fit and Barnes' Leadership w/ Michael Grange

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Raptors winning their eighth straight victory. Sportsnets Michael Grange joins JD (9:00) to analyze how real this stretch of Raptors ...

Hour 2: A Defining Stretch for Matthews and Why Effort is a Cop Out w/ Kris Versteeg

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, joins JD to dive into the Maple Leafs culture and what is contributing to their losing ways (00:00). JD ...

Hour 1: Last Place Leafs + NFL Winners and Losers in Week 12 w/ Brady Quinn

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Maple Leafs sitting last in the Eastern Conference standings (00:00). FOX NFL analyst, Brady Quinnn, joins JD (10:00) to chat about w...

Hour 2: Jays Free Agent Buzz and Targets w/ Robert Murray

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

MLB Insider, Robert Murray, joins JD to break down what feels different this season about the Blue Jays off-season pursuits (00:00). Robert gets into ...

Hour 1: Cowan’s Evolving Ceiling + Leafs Guilty/Not Guilty w/ Justin Bourne

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the secretive nature of the Maple Leafs injury reports. Justin Bourne, from The Real Kyper & Bourne, joins JD to debate if the Maple Leaf...

Hour 2: Leafs Spin Zones w/ Jackie Redmond

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jackie Redmond of NHL on TNT and WWE Network , joins JD to chat about the potential positives from the Maple Leafs season, how accountability plays ou...

Hour 1: Scottie Barnes' Popularity and Getting Over Jays Depression w/ Ben Ennis

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD Bunkis in-studio to chat about the Raptors on the heels of their fifth-straight win. They dive in...

Hour 2: Jays Free Agency Aggression w/ Jim Bowden

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Bowden, former Executive of the Year and current MLB insider, joins JD to dive into the Blue Jays offseason intentions, which big name free agents...

Hour 1: Treliving Speaks & What Can Actually Change for the Leafs w/ James Mirtle

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD open with his reaction to some MLB free agency news, before looking into Brad Treliving's address to Maple Leafs Nation. The Athletic's James Mirtl...

Hour 2: Raptors Surprises, Early Positive Returns and Red Flags w/ Blake Murphy

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Blake Murphy from The Raptors Show joins JD in-studio to chat about MLB free agency before turning their attention to the Raptors (00:00).  JD and Bl...

Hour 1: The Leafs Statement Week & the Berube Question w/ Andy Strickland

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD wonders how the Maple Leafs will respond after losing five-straight ahead of tonight's matchup against Craig Berube's former team (00:00). Andy Str...

Hour 2: Cowan, Robertson and THE Big Leafs What If w/ Jason Bukala

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Bukala, Sportsnet NHL analyst and former NHL scout, breaks down Easton Cowan's start with the Maple Leafs; how the Leafs rough start affects Cow...

Hour 1: The NFL’s Absence of Greatness w/ Brady Quinn

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD touches on the 112th Grey Cup and CFL culture, before moving to the NFL with former NFL quarterback and our Monday morning insider, Brady Quinn (10...

Hour 2: Jays GM Meeting Whispers w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sportsnet MLB writer, Ben Nicholson-Smith, joins JD to go over the American League MVP voting and the criteria that baseball writers lean on (00:00). ...

Hour 1: How Different is this Leafs Slump to Those From the Past? w/ Luke Fox + The Surging Raptors

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD wonders how this year Blue Jays offseason may be different from years past and touches on the rumours of the Maple Leafs courting Rasmus Andersson ...

Hour 2: Patrice Bergeron on Leadership, Culture and What Crosby Means to Team Canada

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stanley Cup Champion and 19-year NHL forward, Patrice Bergeron, joins the show to discuss what culture and accountability really mean and how they're ...

Hour 1: The Team Canada Youth Question + Where the Leafs Start w/ Colby Armstrong

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD lays out his thoughts about Auston Matthews' injury and how the Maple Leafs might go about handling it (00:00). NHL analyst and fomer NHL forward, ...

Hour 2: Has the Raptors Ceiling Changed and NBA Front Office Disasters w/ Bobby Marks

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ESPN Front Office Insider, Bobby Marks, joins JD to get into some disastrous situations across the NBA (00:00). Bobby explains why the Dallas Maverick...

Hour 1: What the Leafs are Doing Wrong (A Lot) w/ Kris Versteeg

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD weighs where the Maple Leafs are at after their third consecutive loss. Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup Champion, joins JD (10:00) to break dow...

Hour 2: Shaping the Jays Free Agent Plans w/ Jon Morosi

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

MLB Network's Jon Morosi joins JD to analyze the MLB free agency market; the pace of information, what names on the market might cause a domino effect...

Hour 1: Jays Expectations, Dodgers Hate + Sports Bar Problems w/ Ben Ennis

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, air out some Toronto sports bar gripes, before turning their attention to MLB free agency. The Good...

Hour 2: What the Hell Should the Leafs Do? w/ James Mirtle

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, joins JD to dive into the pool of problems with the Maple Leafs (00:00). JD and James try to discern what...

Hour 1: Leafs Panic Button + How Many True Contenders Are There in the NFL? w/ Brady Quinn

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the ugly weekend of hockey from the Maple Leafs (00:00). Brady Quinn, FOX NFL analyst and former NFL quarterback, helps JD (10:00) deciph...

Hour 2: Bo and Big Blue Jays Questions w/ Shi Davidi

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shi Davidi, Sportsnet's senior MLB columnist, joins JD to reflect on the comments from Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins and offers his read on why the Pre...

Hour 1: Jays Front Office Speaks + Ariel Helwani on the Dodgers Parade, Fan Grief and MMA Betting Scandal

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to Blue Jays President Mark Shapiro and General Manager Ross Atkins speaking to the media. Ariel Helwani joins JD (7:00) to go through his s...

Hour 2: The Leafs Search for Balance w/ Nick Kypreos

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Kypreos of Real Kyper & Bourne joins JD to break down the biggest issues with the Leafs early in the season. They dive into the effort conundrum,...

Hour 1: Jays Front Office Set to Speak + Are the Leafs Likeable? w/ Jackie Redmond

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to Mark Shapiro's message to Blue Jays nation, before reflecting the front office's journey and what message(s) to expect from Shapiro and R...

Hour 2: What the Bieber Signing Says About the Jays Future + Offseason Preview w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to detail Shane Bieber's decision to return to the Blue Jays (00:00). JD and Ben turn their attention to the ...

Hour 1: Bieber's Back + Early Raptors Impressions w/ Joseph Casciaro

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the news of Shane Bieber exercising his 2026 player option to stay with the Blue Jays (00:00). Joseph Casciaro from theScore joins JD to ...

Hour 2: Why a Bills Regular Season Win Over the Chiefs Matters w/ Charles McDonald + WWM

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Charles McDonald from Yahoo Sports joins JD to break down his takeaways from the Bills winning streak against the Chiefs in the regular season, why th...

Hour 1: The Bipolar Leafs w/ James Mirtle

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD hopes the Leafs can use their comeback victory to begin formulating a team identity (0:00). James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, joins JD t...

Blue Jays Pain w/ Ben Ennis

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD recaps a heartbreaking weekend for Blue Jays fans after the Jays lost Games 6 & 7 of the World Series at home to the Dodgers, and details the pain ...

World Series Game 7 Preview w/ Ben Ennis

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, start with a look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' 3-1 loss to the LA Dodgers in Game 6 of the World ...

Vlad, Bo and the Blue Jays' Chance to Write a Perfect Story w/ Cliff Floyd

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD prepares for Game 6 of the World Series, as the Blue Jays have a chance to clinch their first championship since 1993 at Rogers Centre, before gett...

Historical Trey + Jays on the Doorstep w/ Ben Ennis

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss Trey Yesavage's historic Game 4 pitching performance to bring the Blue Jays within one win ...

The Sicko Blue Jays Do It Again + Vladdy Makes His Mark w/ Jonathan Papelbon

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD revels in the Blue Jays' Game 4 victory over the Dodgers in LA, credits the team for their gusty performance by the team after the historically lon...

Jays Heartbreak in an Instant Classic w/ Jared Carrabis

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the heartbreaking Blue Jays loss to the Dodgers in 18 innings during Game 3 of the World Series, before dissecting the game's biggest mom...

Jays-Dodgers Weekend Recap + Blueprints for Both Teams w/ Eric Hosmer

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD recaps the weekend of baseball in Toronto as the Blue Jays split their two games with the Dodgers in their first World Series appearance since 1993...

Emergency Pod: Jays Win Game 1 w/ Sam McKee

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD Bunkis is joined by Sam McKee, host and producer at Sportsnet 590 The FAN, to reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodge...

Jays-Dodgers World Series Preview w/ Adam Ottavino

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with his thoughts ahead of Game 1 of the World Series in Toronto between the Blue Jays and the Dodgers, including the decision to start Trey ...

Secondary Ticket Market, Primary Problem, Three Big Jays' Roster Questions + Jon Morosi

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD takes a moment to discuss the market for World Series tickets in Toronto, the pricing amongst the secondary options, and the difficulty for true Bl...

Jays Reflections and Raptors Season Preview w/ Blake Murphy

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reflects on the 2025 Blue Jays season so far with the World Series getting underway on Friday against the Dodgers, looking at the biggest contribut...

The Blue Jays Are Going to the World Series w/ Ben Ennis

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD celebrates the Blue Jays winning the ALCS against the Mariners in Game 7, as they move on to their first World Series since 1993 to take on the L.A...

Jays. Game 7. The Promise of Vladdy w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays' split against the Mariners over the weekend, the belief in the team after pushing the series to seven games, o...

The Max Game and a Brand New Series w/ A.J. Pierzynski

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts on Max Scherzer's exciting performance in the Blue Jays' Game 4 win against the Mariners, as they tied the ALCS with the Mariner...

Are the Jays Back? w/ Joe Siddall

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the Blue Jays Game 3 win over the Mariners in Seattle, and recalls his keys for the Jays to get back into the series, including Vladimi...

Jays' Keys Moving Forward + Cowan Development w/ Mike Futa

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens the show with his thoughts ahead of Game 3 between the Blue Jays and Mariners, and looks back on the Jays resilient season so far as they hea...

Jays' Nightmare and How They Get Back in It w/ Ben Ennis

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss the Blue Jays' Game 2 loss against the Mariners, as the Jays go down 0-2 in the ALCS (00:00...

Jays Game 1 Fumbles w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD outlines the Blue Jays' stressful 3-1 loss to the Mariners in Game 1 of the ALCS, the Jays squandering a good start against Seattle starter Bryce M...

Jays' Mental Toughness + CS Questions w/ Dan Shulman

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD prepares for the Blue Jays to play in their first ALCS since 2016, and describes his struggle to find tickets for this postseason series compared t...

Jays Win, Yankees Lose, Celebration Ensues w/ Curtis Granderson

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with the Blue Jays moving on to the ALCS for the first time since 2016 after their 5-2 win over the Yankees in the Bronx, and breaks down how...

Jays Blow It, Now What? w/ Adam Ottavino

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the Blue Jays first loss to the Yankees in the ALDS ahead of Game 4 on Wednesday, and the concerns that the Jays may have wasted a gold...

Leafs Talk Season Preview Pod + A Lil' Jays

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Sam McKee, Sportsnet 590 The FAN producer and co-host of Leafs Talk, kick off the show with their thoughts on the Blue Jays as they head into t...

What a Weekend, Jays ALDS Takeaways and What's Next w/ Ben Ennis

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss their experience down at Rogers Centre as the Blue Jays opened up the ALDS against the Yank...

Jays-Yankees DS Preview w/ Eric Hosmer

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts on the Yankees moving on to the ALDS to take on the Blue Jays, and the results from the rest of the MLB's Wild Card series (00:0...

Jays Playoff Obsessions w/ Ben Ennis

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss the craziness of the MLB's Wild Card round, and look ahead to what may await the Blue Jays ...

The Four Big Stories From Leafs Camp w/ James Mirtle

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the results from the first day of postseason baseball, including Tarik Skubal's dominant performance for the Tigers and the comeback by t...

Week 4 Takeaways, Ravens Panic, the Underrated Cowboys and Hopeless Franchises w/ Brady Quinn + Raptors Set Their Standard

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts on the MLB Wild Card series' beginning on Tuesday, and whether he'd rather see the Yankees or Red Sox take on the Blue Jays in t...

The Team Nobody Saw Coming… Jays Clinch, Kirk’s Moment and Defining Traits w/ Dan Shulman

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays sweeping the Rays to clinch the AL East division and the top seed in the American League, and the importance of...

The Jays Playoff Multiverse, Pitching Decisions and Bo's Timeline w/ Arden Zwelling

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD takes a sigh of relief after the Blue Jays salvage their series against the Red Sox with a 6-1 victory, looks at the offensive breakthrough that wa...

Jays Collapse Fallout, Vlad Struggles + How This Could Affect the Future w/ Ben Ennis

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, chat about the Blue Jays' loss to Garrett Crochet and the Red Sox, as the Jays fall into a tie with...

Blue Jays Panic, Manoah DFA, Review Fails and What’s the Procedure w/ Jared Carrabis

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the Blue Jays' loss to the Red Sox back at Rogers Centre, and gives his thoughts on the multiple missed review calls against the Jays, ...

NFL Week 3 Takeaways w/ Brady Quinn + Change Comes to the CFL

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the announced rule changes in the Canadian Football League, and the shift towards a more "Americanized" version of the game (00:00). Brad...

The Jays Clinch. Now What? w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' clinching a postseason berth after their win against the Royals in the series finale, the team's celebration in the clubho...

Jays' Clinching Scenarios + Leafs' Camp First Impressions w/ Luke Fox

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD fawns over Kevin Gausman's latest quality start for the Blue Jays against the Rays, along with the dominance of the Jays' top two starting pitchers...

The Dumbest Ruling in the History of Baseball, Jays Pitching Pickles + Ring of Honour w/ Buck Martinez and Anthony Stolarz Contract Buzz

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD starts with his thoughts the now infamous home run in the Blue Jays' win over the Rays, and whether or not it should have been called fan interfere...

Yesavage Dominates, Now What? Bo's Injury Fallout, Ken Rosenthal & Tom Brady w/ Ben Ennis

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to break down Trey Yesavage's first career MLB start with the Blue Jays, as they defeated ...

Two Important Playoff Signs for the Jays + Week 2 NFL Takeaways w/ Brady Quinn

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD recaps the Blue Jays' series sweep over the Baltimore Orioles as they continue to push for the AL East pennant, and gives Kevin Gausman his flowers...

Closer Concerns, Bo Fallout and Lame Robots w/ Ben Ennis

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the Blue Jays' loss to the Astros in dramatic fashion (00:00). The guys get int...

More Jays Magic When You Needed it Most + Leafs Training Camp Preview w/ James Mirtle

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' latest stressful comeback victory over the Houston Astros in their series-opener, following the news that Bo Bichette woul...

Knies Hits the Mark + “What’s Most Likely to Be Real” From Week 1 in the NFL w/ Brady Quinn

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD sets up the Blue Jays series against the Astros down at Rogers Centre, before breaking down quotes from Matthew Knies at the NHL Player Media Tour ...

The Jays' Yankees Fumble w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith, Bills Miracle, Baseball Karens + McDavid’s Future

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Bills' improbable comeback victory against the Ravens on Sunday Night Football and quickly breaks down Week 1 of the NFL slate, befor...

Jays' Underappreciated Offence, Springer vs. Nerds + NFL Returns w/ Scott Hanson

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reflects on the Blue Jays' series win against the Reds following another offensive explosion and praises Jays' ace Shane Bieber for his gutsy six-i...

Most Shocking Toronto Sports Seasons, Six-Man Rotation Butterfly Effect and 'Pen Signs of Life w/ Ben Ennis

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the reports around Kawhi Leonard signing with the Los Angeles Clippers after th...

Jays' Bullpen Blowups and the September Stress Test w/ Dan Shulman + Marner’s Exit Interview

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' Labour Day weekend performances against the Brewers and Reds, looking specifically at the results from both the starting p...

Big QB Questions w/ Brady Quinn + The End of the Six-Man Rotation

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reflects on the Blue Jays' latest comeback win against the Twins, along with the decision to implement a six-man rotation. Brady Quinn, FOX NFL ana...

Can the Jays Fix Their 'Pen Problem w/ Joe Siddall

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD acknowledges that the summer in Toronto is nearing it's end after heading down to Rogers Centre for the Blue Jays' loss to the Twins, and gives his...

Beliebe in the Blue Jays, Underrated Moves + Pen Concern Level w/ Ben Ennis

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to begin Tuesday's show. JD opens with thoughts on live events in the city on the heels of...

Did the Jays Make the Right Call With the Rotation w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays series' loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tommy Pham's revenge game, before making the case that it should be José Berrí...

Millennials Rule, Jays Areas That Don't Get Enough Credit + Death of the Six-Man Rotation w/ Kevin Barker

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, to discuss the plans for the Blue Jays' starting rotation with Shane Bieber making his seas...

Pham-Bam, Bobby Webster Steps Up + NFL Pre-Season “Is This Anything” w/ James Palmer

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD dives into the awkward incident between Tyler Heineman and Tommy Pham during the Blue Jays loss to the Pirates, and wonders about possible retribut...

Jays Rising Expectations + Big Rotation Questions w/ Ben Ennis

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to preview the Blue Jays series against the Pirates in Pittsburgh and the excitement of se...

Andrew Miller on the State of Baseball + Jays Rotation Questions w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with thoughts on the Blue Jays' loss to the Cubs at Rogers Centre on Wednesday, the importance of winning Thursday's series finale, and the r...

Dakota Joshua Looks Back to Move Forward With the Leafs + the Two Presidents and the Varland Test

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD starts with the Blue Jays following another victory, along with his feelings on the front office returning after Mark Shapiro's comments to the med...

Lance Lynn on Pitching Under Pressure, the State of Pitching and Deep Rotations + the Preseason Is for Freaks

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with his thoughts on preseason action, and his change of heart when it comes to paying attention to exhibition games (00:00). Lance Lynn, 13-...

Clutch Vladdy + a Jays Measuring Stick Weekend w/ Ben Ennis

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the Blue Jays salvaging their series in Los Angeles (00:00). They touch on Vlad...

What the Jays Can Take From the Rockies Series, Deciding Who Starts in the Playoffs + the Greatest Athlete w/ Ben Ennis

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to recap his time at the National Bank Open semi-finals, before attempting to rank the mos...

Adam Ottavino on the AL East, Jays Connections and the Evolving Clubhouse

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD tempers his excitement around the Blue Jays following back-to-back dominant victories over the Rockies in Colorado, and breaks down the latest in t...