The JD Bunkis Podcast

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...

Jays Division Push, Bo and the Best Deadline Deals w/ Jim Bowden + Robertson... Again

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD starts the week with thoughts on the Blue Jays' dominant victory over the Rockies after losing the previous series to the Royals, and the Yankees' ...

Jays Deadline Grades + How the New Pieces Fit w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays activity at the MLB Trade Deadline, and reflects on the players moved out and acquired by Toronto during a bus...

The Bieber Trade, Need Rankings and a Massive Jays Win w/ Ben Ennis

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined on MLB Trade Deadline day by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the importance of the Blue Jays' win over the Orioles...

Jays Rumours, Strategy and Deadline Preview w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD returns from his vacation to break down the Blue Jays' struggles amid their four-game losing streak, including two losses in a double-header to the...

Marner Schedule Fumble, Five Most Important Jays Stretch Questions w/ Rob Longley + Kadri, Rielly and Scheffler Thoughts

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD starts with his thoughts on the NHL schedule release, the potential lack of anticipation for Mitch Marner's return to Toronto, and the comparison t...

The All-Star Game’s Big Win + Ariel Helwani on the UFC’s White House Road, Knicks-Leafs Parallels + a Stagnant Heavyweight Division

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with his thoughts on the MLB All-Star Game, the addition of the ABS system, and the efficiency of more technology in sports (00:00). Ariel He...

Biggest Blue Jays Pre-Deadline Stretch Run Questions w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD discusses his feelings towards the MLB's Home Run Derby ahead of the All-Star Game tonight, as well as the possibility that the Canadian anthem was...

Jays at the Break, the Two Bats They Need + Reaves and Kadri Make Headlines

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens the MLB All-Star break with his thoughts on the Blue Jays series loss to the Athletics, John Schneider's decision making with rest coming to ...

Matt Murray: Wearing the Maple Leaf, Woll and Why Goalies Aren’t Cool Anymore

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens the show with his thoughts on the news that Ryan Reaves has been traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the San Jose Sharks. Matt Murray, for...

Vladdy Narratives and Expectations + an Early Look at MLB’s Next CBA w/ Jeff Blair

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD takes a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent string of play amidst the Blue Jays hot streak and how to approach the topic when he's seemingly und...

Jays Roster Untouchables and the Best Video in Internet History w/ Ben Ennis

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, open the show by breaking down the viral golf fight video making the rounds on social media, before...

A Signature Blue Jays Team + Michael Pezzetta on Coming Home

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD deep dives into the Toronto Blue Jays' unexpected nine-game win streak, the contributions from players up-and-down the roster, comparisons with the...

The Best Jays Series in a Decade + Is There Pressure on Treliving, an Early Look at Leafs Lines and Off-Season Questions w/ Justin Bourne

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the Blue Jays' four-game sweep of the Yankees at Rogers Centre, and looks back to compare this series with other memorable Jays moments...

Playoffs in July, What Makes This Jays Team Special and if It’s Sustainable w/ Joe Siddall

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' crazy win over the Yankees with Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, Joe Siddall (00:00). They discuss the energy at the Rogers Ce...

Big Jays Energy and the Summer of George + Where Things Went Wrong With Marner and the Leafs Silent Free Agent Win

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with his thoughts on the Canada Day victory for the Blue Jays over the Yankees at Rogers Centre, the belief that the team can be competitive ...

Hour 2: Leafs Targets, the Trade Market and Blame Pie w/ David Pagnotta

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD continues the deep dive into the pre-free agency moves across the NHL with David Pagnotta, Editor-In-Chief at The Fourth Period (00:00). They discu...

Hour 1: Piecing Together the Leafs' Moves and Marner's Legacy w/ Luke Fox and Colby Armstrong

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the latest moves ahead of NHL Free Agency, including Mitch Marner being dealt to the Vegas Golden Knights (00:00), before Luke Fox, Spo...

The Leafs Extension Wins, How Knies and Tavares Got Done and Offseason Plan A vs. B w/ James Mirtle

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD dives into the John Tavares and Matthew Knies' contract extensions with the Maple Leafs, before James Mirtle (00:00), senior writer at The Athletic...

Surprise Masai Goodbye w/ Michael Grange + Frank Seravalli on the NHL’s New CBA and Latest on Tavares and Knies

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD goes through the Blue Jays win over the Cleveland Guardians, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Jose Ramirez both getting beaned, and how to view this Jays ...

Raptors Pick and NBA Draft Breakdown w/ Tate Frazier + the Mad Max Plan

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and The Ringer's Tate Frazier break down the first round of the NBA Draft, including the Raptors taking Collin Murray-Boyles out of South Carolina ...

Raptors Draft Scenarios, the Trade “Plans” and the NBA's Regrettable Cap w/ Blake Murphy

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Blake Murphy, co-host of Jays Talk Plus & The Raptors Show, discuss the activity in the NBA trade market ahead of the Draft, where the Raptors ...

Jays Deadline Strategies and Front Office Trust w/ Ben Ennis

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, debate the Blue Jays needs at the MLB trade deadline (00:00) and the sustainability of the starter ...

Leafs Negotiation Updates and Pivot Plans w/ James Mirtle + Shai's Ceiling

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD breaks down the Oklahoma City Thunder's NBA Championship win in Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers, with thoughts on the prolific season from the Th...

The Tavares Contract is About More Than Money + Siakam vs. Shai, the Return of the Specialist and Raptors KD Rumours w/ Michael Grange

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD discusses how Matt Duschene's contract extension in Dallas should be viewed here in Toronto (00:00). JD then shifts focus to the NBA Finals and bri...

The Best Teams of the NHL Cap Era + What Now for McDavid w/ Kris Versteeg

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg, to list and debate the best teams in the NHL's salary cap era (00:00). JD and Kris also discuss t...

Do the Raptors Have a Plan? The Shai and Williams Statement, NBA Conversation Problems and It's Fine for Marner to hate Toronto, but Why the Leafs?

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Oklahoma City Thunder taking control of the NBA Finals in game 5, then gives his thoughts on the NBA's parity era and what the Raptor...

Marner Fatigue, the Devers Deal + Blake Wheeler on Marchand, McDavid and If the Oilers Missed Their Chance

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to reports that Mitch Marner is unwilling to communicate with the Maple Leafs (00:00) and the Boston Red Sox trading Rafael Devers (6:00). B...

Is Oilers-Panthers the Best Final in the Cap Era? Draisaitl’s Legacy and Edmonton’s Turning Point Game

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Edmonton Oilers stunning comeback victory in game 4, Connor McDavid's performance, how Leon Draisaitl will be remembered and a sign o...

Are the Jays Good? What’s Sustainable, What Do They Need and Will Championships be as Meaningful in the Parity Era w/ Ben Ennis

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, admit they were wrong about the Indiana Pacers (00:00), talk about the complicated feelings when sp...

The One Certainty from the Jays Hot Streak + Jackie Redmond on the Ingredients to a Perfect Stanley Cup Finals + Raptors Rumour Reasoning

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD rides the high of the Blue Jays securing their fifth-straight series victory (00:00). Jackie Redmond, from the NHL on TNT, checks-in from Florida t...

What Feels Sustainable for the Jays + Old DAWGS and Stanley Cup Takeaways w/ Kris Versteeg + Tax Talk

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to another comeback win from the Blue Jay and why this hot stretch of play feels sustainable (00:00). Two-time Stanley Cup Champion, Kris Ve...

Latest Leafs Rumours & Offseason Scenarios w/ James Mirtle + Solving the Francis Problem and NBA Finals Game 2 Takeaways

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' mostly good weekend and the obvious trade that needs to materialize (00:00). The Athletic's James Mirtle checks-in from th...

The Cardiac Pacers, Marner Rumours, a Blue Jays Truth and a Steelers Nightmare

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the historic comeback win from the Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton (00:00). JD then goes through his feelings following the report o...

Oilers-Panthers Takeaways, Lazy Leafs Bennett Fears + Giannis/Raptors Murmurs and NBA Finals Preview w/ Michael Grange

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD goes over the dramatics in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, along with the "what if" of Sam Bennett signing with the Maple Leafs (00:00). JD then s...

The Most Frustrating Piece of the Jays Season + McDavid vs Goliath w/ Sean Avery

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD explains what he was thinking at Rogers Centre as the Philadelphia Phillies lit up Bowden Francis (00:00). Sean Avery, 10-year NHL forward and auth...

Why The Raptors Make Sense in a Giannis Trade + Stanley Cup Final Preview w/ Colby Armstrong

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD explains why he's buying the rumours tying Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Toronto Raptors (00:00). Colby Armstrong, NHL analyst for Sportsnet and the...

The Barger Breakthrough + Can the Raptors Still Win the Siakam Trade? w/ Ben Ennis

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss Addison Barger's breakout and the Blue Jays' homerun-happy weekend (00:00). Is Barger the s...

Treliving Takeaways + Dallas Braden

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD explains his admiration for the Edmonton Oilers, before illustrating his offseason Maple Leafs thoughts following Brad Treliving's comments regardi...

Hour 2: Treliving Media Conference + Reaction

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving speaks with the media at Scotiabank Arena (2:00) and JD reacts (40:00) on the other side. The views and ...

Hour 1: What We Need to Hear from Treliving, the Leafs Feedback Loop + Ben Nicholson-Smith

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD explains why the Toronto market pressure discourse is overblown and previews what Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving will have to address t...

The Blue Jays Identity Search w/ Keegan Matheson + NHL Playoff Problem Neglect

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD weighs the effectiveness of the Stanley Cup Playoffs format (00:00). Keegan Matheson, Blue Jays reporter with MLB.com and author of "The Franchise:...

The Jays Most Important Player + Can the Leafs Improve Their Image Without Winning w/ Ben Ennis

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, debate if Daulton Varsho is the most important player on the Blue Jays and how to feel about Anthon...

Leafs Off-Season Questions and Picking Through the Pelley Presser w/ James Mirtle

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by NHL writer James Mirtle from The Athletic to analyze if the Maple Leafs should take anything away from the Florida Panthers drubbing o...

Leafs Contract Buzz, Culture Questions and Front Office Fallout w/ David Pagnotta + NBA Pain Index w/ Zach Harper

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Pagnotta, Editor in Chief of The Fourth Period, analyzes if the choice to let Brendan Shanahan walk was easy, what a new club president might me...

Hour 1: The End of the Shanaplan & Most Predictable Leafs Narrative + Dan Shulman on the Problem-Solving Jays

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the departure of Brendan Shanahan from the Maple Leafs organization (00:00). Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice, joins JD to discu...

Hour 2: Norm Powell Looks Back on His Time in Toronto and What Could’ve Been

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by former Raptors guard and NBA Champion Norman Powell (00:00). They discuss his development in Toronto before the 2019 championship and ...

Hour 1: Pat Maroon on How Good Teams Handle Big Games + What to Expect From the Leafs' Brass in the Coming Weeks

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens with his thoughts on the Indiana Pacers and Dallas Stars completing massive comebacks in their respective Conference Final openers, the Blue ...

What Chris Pronger Saw Go Wrong for the Leafs + Good Hour w/ Ben Ennis

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co host of The FAN Morning Show, try to make sense of Auston Matthews' reluctance to reveal details about his injury (00:00). JD and...

Leafs Exit Interviews and Analysis

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined in studio by Frank Crupi aka Hockey Illuminati, ahead of the Maple Leafs' end-of-season media availabilities, as JD breaks down what he's...

The Growing Divide Between the Leafs and Their Fans, and How to Fix It w/ Hockey Illuminati

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined in studio by Frank Crupi, aka Hockey Illuminati, to continue the Leafs' post-mortem following their elimination from the Stanley Cup play...

Leafs Post-Mortem w/ James Mirtle & Kris Versteeg

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the Toronto Maple Leafs losing 6-1 on home ice to the Florida Panthers in Game 7 (00:00). He's joined by James Mirtle of The Athletic (11...

A Legacy Defining Weekend for the Leafs w/Jason Bukala and Luke Fox

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD opens the show with his thoughts ahead of a pivotal Game 6 for the Maple Leafs down in Florida, before being joined by Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writ...

A Brand New Low for the Leafs w/ James Mirtle + Blake Wheeler on What Just Happened and If Anything Can Change

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD reacts to the putrid performance from the Maple Leafs in their 6-1 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 (00:00). The Athletic's James Mirtle join...

The Leafs' Incredible Opportunity w/ Jackie Redmond + Breaking Down Woll, Bobrovsky and What to Look for in Net w/ Jake Allen

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD prepares for a pivotal Game 5 between the Maple Leafs and Panthers in Toronto and looks at the lack of production from the Leafs' best players (00:...

The Raptors Gut Punch, Lottery Problems and What Now w/ Joseph Casciario + Leafs Pressure Gauge w/ Ben Ennis

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to mull through the disappointment of the Raptors ending up with the ninth pick in the NBA...

The Leafs' Uncomfortable Familiar Story and How It Changes w/ Kris Versteeg and Mike Futa

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD gives his thoughts following the Maple Leafs' two losses to the Panthers down in Florida over the weekend, drawing their second round series at two...

Have the Leafs Done Enough to Change the Off-Season w/ Frank Seravalli + Curtis Granderson on Devers, the AL East and Playing in Toronto + Ryan Goins

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD teases the Maple Leafs' weekend in Florida with a chance to return home with a Conference Finals berth (00:00). Frank Seravalli (10:00), hockey ins...

Embrace the Hope. How the Leafs Ended up 2-0 and the Near Future in Net w/ James Mirtle and Carter Hutton

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD feels the "force" shift in the Maple Leafs' Stanley Cup Playoff run (00:00). James Mirtle (7:00), senior NHL writer at The Athletic, joins JD to de...

Leafs-Panthers Success Factors, P.A. Parenteau on What Toronto Can Roll Over From Game 1 + Ben Ennis on What’s Actually Good for the Jays

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, break down the Blue Jays' loss to the Angels in Anaheim. They discuss the underperforming offence, ...

The Leafs Impress, But Sam Bennett Goes Unpunished For His Crimes...Again w/ Kris Versteeg & Derek Lalonde

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JD touches on an eventful Game 1 between the Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers, before bringing on two-time Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg (8:00),...