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The JD Bunkis Podcast

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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00:49:05

Jays-Dodgers Weekend Recap + Blueprints for Both...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/27

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, breaking down the highlights of Friday night's victory and how Los Angeles was able to even it up on Saturday (00:00). Eric Hosmer, 2015 World Series champion, joins the show to continue the conversation around the World Series. He dives into the incredible pitching matchups we've seen throughout the first two games, the comparisons of this Blue Jays

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00:48:32

Emergency Pod: Jays Win Game 1 w/ Sam McKee

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/25

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 Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series. They discuss the Rogers Centre's electric atmosphere, Addison Barger's pinch-hit grand slam -- the first in Fall Classic history, and contributions from up and down the Jays' roster. Afterwards, the duo reacts to Bo Bichette's absence from Toronto's Game 2 lineup and share their optimism that Bichette could stay a Jay

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00:49:00

Jays-Dodgers World Series Preview w/ Adam Ottavino

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/24

JD opens with his thoughts ahead of Game 1 of the World Series in Toronto between the Blue Jays and the Dodgers, the decision to start Trey Yesavage on Friday night at Rogers Centre (00:00). Adam Ottavino, former MLB reliever & host of Baseball and Coffee, joins the show to further break down Trey Yesavage starting Game 1, the effect of Kevin Gausman pitching in Game 7 against the Mariners, how the Jays will have to use their limited left-handed arms in the bullpen, how Max Scherzer and Chris

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00:49:20

Secondary Ticket Market, Primary Problem, Three Big...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/23

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 Blue Jays fans to get into the Rogers Centre for Game 1, before looking at his questions for the Jays heading into the Fall Classic (00:00). Jon Morosi, MLB Network insider, joins JD to chat about the World Series matchup between the Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers, Bo Bichette's apparent readiness to re-join the team at the biggest point of the season,

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00:49:18

Jays Reflections and Raptors Season Preview w/ Blake...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/22

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 contributors to the Jays' making their first appearance in Fall Classic since 1993 (00:00). Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus and The Raptors Show, joins JD in-studio to further discuss the chemistry of this Blue Jays squad, the progression of the offence with first-year hitting coach David Popkins, the new demographics of Blue Jays fans at playoff games,

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00:49:27

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

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/21

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. Dodgers (00:00). Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD in-studio to further discuss the Jays' Game 7 victory (5:38), George Springer's legacy in Toronto after his game-winning 3-run home run, Mariners' skipper Dan Wilson's decision to go with Eduard Bazardo in the 7th inning instead of closer Andrés Muñoz, and John Schneider's deployment

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00:49:39

Jays. Game 7. The Promise of Vladdy w/ Ben...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/20

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, other Toronto comparables to this postseason run by the Jays, and the historical impact Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is having on the city and country with his incredible play in October (00:00). Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to add-on to the Blue Jays conversation (14:55), including the performance from Vlad Jr., the contributions from the

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00:48:45

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

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/17

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 Mariners (00:00). A.J. Pierzynski, former MLB catcher and FOX analyst, jumps on with JD to chat about the dynamics between starting pitchers and managers in the postseason, what stood out about Scherzer's performance in his first Blue Jays' postseason start, the continued contributions from the unsung heroes on the team, the historic run that Vladimir

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00:49:03

Are the Jays Back? w/ Joe Siddall

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/16

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 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offensive outburst, Shane Bieber's dominant start after a shaky first inning, and the contributions from the rest of the lineup (00:00). Joe Siddall, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, joins the show to continue the conversation about the Jays win, the offensive adjustments that resulted in the 13-run explosion, Vladdy's approach at the

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00:49:09

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

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/15

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 head to Seattle to fight for a chance to come back home later in the series, before giving his keys for Toronto to extend the series (00:00). Then, Mike Futa, co-host of The FAN Hockey Show, jumps on with JD to chat about the Maple Leafs' start to the season, expectations for Easton Cowan after making his NHL debut this week, the team's motivation heading

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00:49:28

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

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/14

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). The guys debate John Schneider's decisions to pull his starting pitcher in both games to start the series, the strength of the Blue Jays' bullpen compared to the Mariners, the futility of Game 2 home plate umpire Doug Eddings in calling balls and strikes, before getting into Trey Yesavage's struggles in just his second postseason start. After the

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00:49:20

Jays Game 1 Fumbles w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/13

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 Miller, and Manager John Schneider's bullpen decision-making (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to detail the Jays offensive struggles against Miller, the impact of the loss of Nathan Lukes after fouling a ball off his knee in the first inning, who could potentially take Lukes' spot in the lineup in Game 2, the comparisons between

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00:48:47

Jays' Mental Toughness + CS Questions w/ Dan Shulman

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/10

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 to Blue Jays playoff runs in years past, before looking back at the unexpected contributors on this likeable version of the Blue Jays (00:00). Then, Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice, jumps on with JD to further break down the Jays series victory over the Yankees (9:25). They discuss the scenes at Yankee Stadium during the celebration, the

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00:48:48

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

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/09

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 the Jays managed to survive the adversity of the season as they continue to have success in the postseason (00:00). Curtis Granderson, former MLB outfielder and TBS baseball analyst, joins JD to continue the conversation around the Blue Jays moving on in the postseason (10:33). They discuss the team's willingness to buy-in to the team's philosophy,

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00:48:34

Jays Blow It, Now What? w/ Adam Ottavino

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/08

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 golden opportunity to move on in three games (00:00). Then, Adam Ottavino, former Yankees reliever and host of Baseball and Coffee, joins the show to discuss the change in momentum for both the Blue Jays and Yankees, John Schneider's decision to remove Shane Bieber from Game 3 in the third inning, how Aaron Judge's legacy as a playoff performer changed

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00:49:19

Leafs Talk Season Preview Pod + A Lil' Jays

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/07

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 the Bronx with a chance to close out the Yankees in three games (00:00). Then, the guys pivot to the NHL to discuss Connor McDavid's surprising two-year contract extension, before getting into their thoughts on the Maple Leafs (12:01). They touch on the decision to keep Easton Cowan off the opening roster and waive David Kampf, Max Domi's role in the

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00:49:18

What a Weekend, Jays ALDS Takeaways and What's Next...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/06

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 Yankees, and the dominating performances as the Jays took a 2-0 series lead (00:00). The guys get into the historic showings from Trey Yesavage, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Daulton Varsho, the Blue Jays offensive production from the entirety of the lineup, the difference in Aaron Judge's play from the regular season to the playoffs, and the puzzling

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00:49:21

Jays-Yankees DS Preview w/ Eric Hosmer

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/03

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 (00:00). Eric Hosmer, 2015 World Series Champion & co-host of the Diggin' Deep Podcast, joins JD to discuss the postseason action so far, including the craziness that unfolded in Chicago between the Padres and the umpire crew, the resurgence of baseball ratings in 2025, and the intensity of the three-game Wild Card format, before getting into the matchup

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00:49:20

Jays Playoff Obsessions w/ Ben Ennis

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/02

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 in the ALDS ahead of the pivotal Game 3 between the Yankees and Red Sox on Thursday (00:00). The guys take a look at Bo Bichette's recovery and potential availability in the postseason, Trey Yesavage's projected role within the Jays' pitching staff, and how Eric Lauer will fit into the equation, before comparing each of their Blue Jays playoff rosters

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00:49:16

The Four Big Stories From Leafs Camp w/ James Mirtle

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2025/10/01

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 the Red Sox to beat the Yankees, before giving his ranking of the best playoffs in sports (00:00). James Mirtle, Senior Writer at The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the Maple Leafs' offseason and training camp news with real games just a week away (9:44). They get into the expectations for this group after losing Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews' health

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