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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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00:44:44

Hour 2: Marner, Kawhi & Divisional Round Preview

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/16

JD explains why the Maple Leafs weekend tilt against the Winnipeg Jets is now infinitely more important. Next, with Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers in town to play the Raptors, JD speculates about the muted and complicated relationship between Toronto sports fans and Leonard. 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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00:52:54

Hour 1: Tucker Crusher, What Now for Baseball and the...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/16

JD reacts to Kyle Tucker's decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith contextualizes the Dodgers record-breaking offer to Tucker; why it's important to find out what the Blue Jays final offer was, if Bo Bichette is still available for the Jays, and if the Jays could pivot to the trade market. Later, JD and Ben also discuss if the Dodgers overpay for Tucker could become a tipping point in the MLB's next collective bargaining agreement and what Tarik Skubal's market

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00:44:32

Hour 2: Marner Reflections and a Look Ahead w/ Nick...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/15

Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos joins JD Bunkis to share his thoughts ahead of the Maple Leafs' matchup against their former teammate, Mitch Marner. He discusses the stress-test that comes with playing Las Vegas and Marner, when would've been the best time for Marner's breakup with the Buds, and Toronto's current recipe for success. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (31:00) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of

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00:53:42

Hour 1: The Marner Game w/ Jackie Redmond + Kyle...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/15

JD reacts to the latest reports about Kyle Tucker, before turning his attention to the divorce between Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs. JD and Jackie Redmond (12:00), from the NHL on TNT, about what they're anticipating most as the Leafs get set to play Marner, how they hope the relationship between Auston Matthews and Marner plays out on the ice, how the Leafs have historically approached big games, and nuances of being a modern Leafs fan. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those

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00:43:40

Hour 2: The Marner Matchup and Why the Leafs are Back...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Frank Crupi, better known as "Hockey Illuminati", chops it up with JD about the biggest reasons the Maple Leafs season has turned around, what Leafs fans constantly desire, and what small gestures have helped fans embrace the team more. JD and Frank (28:00) get into how they feel and what they want to see as the Leafs face-off for the first time against Mitch Marner. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of

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00:54:03

Hour 1: Comparing Kyle Tucker's Contract Offers w/...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD Bunkis to dig into the latest reports linking Kyle Tucker to the Blue Jays. The duo weigh the contract options available to Tucker, what could ultimately sway Tucker to join Toronto, and if signing Tucker is a luxury or a necessity for the Jays. JD and Ben then compile a list of things they hate (34:00).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 &

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00:44:38

Hour 2: Should the Raptors Be Feeling Win-Now...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Joseph Casciaro of theScore joins JD Bunkis to get into the Raptors' clutch play, Gradey Dick's usage and inconsistent season, Marc Stein's report about the Raptors front office feeling "win-now" pressure, and RJ Barrett's precarious situation. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (30:00)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.

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00:53:17

Hour 1: Are the Leafs Officially a Wagon? w/ James...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/13

JD explains how his thought about the Maple Leafs has changed because of the team's 10-game stretch. The Athletic's James Mirtle (9:00) chimes in on the Leafs' dramatic turn around, which players influenced the attitude change, how a Bobby McMann contract extension may play out, Dougie Hamilton's fit on the Leafs blue line, and the goaltending rotation with the return of Anthony Stolarz. JD then touches on another playoff loss for the Pittsburgh Steelers (45:00). The views and opinions expressed in

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00:45:17

Hour 2: AL East Dynamics and Bo Bichette Sweepstakes...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Jared Carrabis, co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast, joins JD Bunkis live from Boston to discuss the shifting power dynamics in the American League East, the Red Sox losing Alex Bregman, and the Bo Bichette sweepstakes. JD then hits on an impressive comeback victory from the Raptors (26:00) , before 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

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00:53:32

Hour 1: What We Learned From an Amazing NFL Wild Card...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/12

JD touches on the Maple Leafs dramatic turn around (00:00). Former NFL quarterback, Brady Quinn, gets into (7:00) the NFL's Wild Card weekend; if Justin Herbert deserves blame for the Chargers poor performance, the Patriots' identity and Super Bowl chances, Jalen Hurts' limitations, Nick Sirianni's job security, the Jaguars' blame pie, and the Bears-Packers classic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of

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00:52:45

Hour 2: One Question for Each NFL Wild Card Game w/...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/09

Dave Dameshek, host of the Shek Show, joins JD Bunkis ahead of the NFL's Wild Card Weekend to answer one question about each of the matchups. JD also questions the Ottawa Senators social media strategy (49:15). 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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00:45:46

Hour 1: Leafs Synergy + Tucker Aggression w/ Mitch...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/09

JD opens with his reaction to the Maple Leafs eight-game point streak. Mitch Bannon, Blue Jays beat reporter for The Athletic, discusses his report about the Jays being more aggressiveness for the pursuit of Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger's $30 million per season asking price, what Anthony Santander's trade market may look like, any surprises from the Jays deals that helped them avoid arbitration, and which players may be competing for playing time. JD then touches on the chaos in the college transfer

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00:46:23

Hour 2: Sweden's Head Coach Sam Hallam on the...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Sam Hallam, Head Coach of Sweden’s national men's hockey team, joins JD Bunkis ahead of the 2026 Winter Games. Coach Hallam gets into how the 4 Nations Tournament helped Sweden prepare for the Olympics, if the smaller Olympic rinks will impact his gameplan, what went into the decision to select Oliver Ekman-Larsson to the Olympic roster, what William Nylander means to the Swedish hockey, what areas he feels Sweden can improve on, and what he views as the identity of Swedish hockey. Then, JD touches

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00:51:44

Hour1: The Kyle Tucker Tug of War and Bucket List...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Ben Ennis from The FAN Morning Show joins JD Bunkis to talk about their bucket list athletes and sporting events left to attend in-person. JD and Ben then shift gears to the Blue Jays to chat about the team's fan-favourites, the positional dynamic difference with Bo Bichette versus Kyle Tucker, and the push-and-pull with Tucker's free agency. 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

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00:46:51

Hour 2: What's Next for Harbaugh and Lamar? w/ Dan...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/07

ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Graziano, joins JD Bunkis to offer his insights on the Baltimore Ravens firing John Harbaugh, Lamar Jackson’s uncertain future and the rest of the coaching carousel in the NFL. Later (25:00), JD discusses the latest reports surrounding the Blue Jays' chase for Kyle Tucker. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (39:00)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

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00:51:14

Hour 1: Hockey's Greatest Troll, Positive Leafs...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/07

JD opens with his reaction to Brad Marchand's media manipulation in Toronto. Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, gives his thoughts (12:00) on Marchand, Zayne Parekh's comments about personality in hockey, Nick Robertson's improved play, how the Leafs are different without William Nylander, Matias Maccelli, the power play's success, and Auston Matthews' strong stretch of play. JD and Kris then switch gears (40:00) to youth hockey development in Canada. The views and opinions expressed in

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00:46:44

Hour 2: Raptors Resolutions and Okamoto Options w/...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Blake Murphy joins JD in-studio to get into any offseason Blue Jays thoughts he has, before switching gears to the Raptors. JD and Blake dive into their New Years resolutions for the Raptors, the pairing of Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram, and which depth players are a part of the team's long-term plan. The show ends with 'What we Missed'! (35:00)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

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00:51:31

Hour 1: Leafs at the Midway Mark & Player Letter...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/06

JD reacts to the Raptors' win over the Hawks last night, before bringing on The Athletic's James Mirtle. JD and James dive into their biggest Maple Leafs storylines halfway through the season (12:00), along with the most disappointing and most underrated aspects at the midway mark. Finally, JD shares his letter grades for each Maple Leaf on the roster (40:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers

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00:45:52

Hour 2: Jays Sign Okamoto: What He Brings and What It...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith analyzes the Blue Jays signing of Japanese free-agent Kazuma Okamoto. Ben discusses if Okamoto can be an everyday third baseman, who the Jays may look to trade to manage positional needs, and how the Okamoto signing impacts the Jays chase for Kyle Tucker or Bo Bichette. 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

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00:52:31

Hour 1: Canada’s Junior Problems, Matthews-Lamar...

The JD Bunkis Podcast ·

2026/01/05

JD reacts to Canada's semi-final loss at the World Juniors. Brady Quinn, NFL FOX analyst and former NFL quarterback, breaks down (10:00) the Pittsburgh Steelers dramatic win over the Baltimore Ravens, what may be in John Harbaugh's future, Kevin Stefanski's firing, the surging Seattle Seahawks, the surprising Carolina Panthers, and the bad look in college football. JD touches on Auston Matthews' passing Mats Sundin for the all-time Maple Leafs scoring record (47:00). The views and opinions expressed

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