The JD Bunkis Podcast

Ben Ennis joins JD for 'Good Hour' where they go over a variety of topics including: the Clippers' reported interest in Fred VanVleet, airplane etiquette, and the new outfield dimensions for the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre (00:24). Nick Kypreos joins JD to break down Gary Bettman’s latest comments and how Sheldon Keefe is handling the Leafs' goalies (50:30). In ‘Time for Action’ presented by DraftK...

Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli joins JD following the Leafs win to discuss Ilya Samsonov’s recent stretch in-goal, Toronto’s interest in various players around the league like Chicago’s Jake McCabe, and if the Blackhawks could deal Jonathan Toews before the deadline (11:34). Afterwards in ‘Time for Action’ presented by DraftKings JD and the guys go over the fishy lines for Championship weekend in...

JD and the guys react to the weekend, notably the NFL playoffs and Joe Burrow and the Bengals taking care of business in Buffalo. Rick Tocchet is in as Canucks Head Coach replacing Bruce Boudreau; Thomas Drance of Sportsnet 650 & The Athletic breaks down the decision, Vancouver’s difficult season, and the direction of the team (28:56). Monday Morning NFL Insider Greg Jennings shares his thoughts o...

JD opens the show with his most recent thoughts on the Raptors after a tough loss in Minnesota. Future Hall of Famer & NFL Network analyst Joe Thomas weighs-in on the divisional round of the playoffs and what he’s looking for in each matchup (10:23). In today’s first ‘Time for Action’ presented by DraftKings, JD and the guys go over Saturday’s NFL games and which way they’re leaning with their pic...

Maple Leafs legend Darcy Tucker joins JD ahead of this weekend’s Hockey Day in Canada with his thoughts on the current Maple Leafs squad and the NHL’s current playoff format (05:00). NHL Network’s Jackie Redmond and JD get a lesson in current slang, before discussing what’s on the horizon for Canucks and Bruce Boudreau being on the hot seat (24:02). Timberwolves Head Coach Chris Finch discusses hi...

JD addresses the trade speculation surrounding the Raptors after their loss against the Bucks. Former NHLer Kris Versteeg joins the podcast to discuss the latest on the Leafs, what he’s seeing from Morgan Rielly, playing alongside Mark Giordano, and sticking up for his teammates (05:00). In 'Time for Action' presented by DraftKings, JD shares which prop bets he likes for the weekend with his eyes...

Ben Ennis joins JD for “Good Hour” where the two discuss Bo Bichette’s arbitration status, Scott Boras suggesting that the Blue Jays were interested in Xander Bogaerts, Al Michaels call of Chargers-Jaguars, and how they grade the Blue Jays offseason (00:00-53:45). JD talks up Scottie Barnes and his improved play in January coming off the Raptors’ afternoon win at Madison Square Garden (53:24). The...

JD and the guys discuss an intense Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL before shifting focus to the Maple Leafs and inviting The Athletic’s James Mirtle on the show. JD and James break down the Maple Leafs’ loss to the Bruins, Auston Matthews’ return to the lineup, his injury status, and Morgan Rielly’s play since coming off the injured reserve (10:34). Following Mirtle, it’s 'Time for Action' pres...

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show like Grandpa Simpson shaking his fist at a cloud, chatting about the growing generational gap in sports and their fans. Washington Post NFL writer Jason La Canfora joins to share his insight into the Lamar Jackson situation in Baltimore, how Roquan Smith factors in, potential landing sports around the league, and what's next for Tom Brady (10:34). JD then reviews T...

JD welcomes Colby Armstrong to the podcast to discuss his impressions of Team Canada and Team USA at the World Juniors, Connor Bedard’s impact at the next level, and his thoughts on the Maple Leafs & Penguins (10:00). In ‘Time for Action’ presented by DraftKings, JD shares his best bets for Saturday’s NFL playoff games. Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy joins JD in-studio to go in-depth on the Raptors and...

JD Bunkis kicks off the show breaking down the injuries to both the Maple Leafs and Raptors with Otto Potter Jr. and T.J. Brodie sidelined. Then, former GM and current CBS analyst Jim Bowden discusses how Carlos Correa ended up back in Minnesota, before sorting through the Blue Jays' offseason moves including adding Brandon Belt and Chris Bassitt, and saying goodbye to Gabriel Moreno (11:23). Late...

JD opens up the show with his thoughts on Georgia’s national championship win and Brandon Belt inking a one-year contract with the Blue Jays. Former Maple Leafs goaltender Andrew Raycroft joins the show with his opinion on the Murray-Samsonov tandem, the pressure of playing in the Toronto market as a goalie, and the Bruins’ impressive season led by Linus Ullmark (11:26). Afterwards, JD reacts to F...

JD Bunkis kicks off the week with "Real Kyper and Bourne" Producer Sam McKee and new addition to the crew, Simon Daugulis! They break down the Raptors' matinee win over the Trail blazers and why that might not actually be for the best in the long run. Later on, JD and Sam give awards for the first half of the Maple Leafs' season including: the biggest over reaction, the best story line, the bigges...

Stanley Cup Champion Mike Commodore joins the show to discuss Canada’s Gold medal win at the World Junior Championship, how he views the Maple Leafs going forward, Connor Bedard, and what he did when he found out Mike Babcock got fired. Then, it’s time for action presented by DraftKings, where JD asks the guys for their best bets for Titans-Jaguars & Chiefs-Raiders this Saturday (42:00). Later on,...

JD opens the show explaining how much he enjoys seeing Canada defeat the United States in international hockey, before welcoming Mike Futa to the show with his thoughts on the tournament, which prospects have impressed him, and Connor Bedard taking the hockey world by storm (10:00). In Time For Action presented by DraftKings, JD shares his best bets for the NFL’s two-game Saturday slate (50:26). L...

JD is joined by James Mirtle of The Athletic following the Maple Leafs' loss to the Blues to discuss William Nylander, Michael Bunting’s contract status, and what he’s seeing from Ilya Samsonov recently in-goal (10:00). Then, it’s time for action where JD, Jo and Pete examine the latest Super Bowl odds, presented by DraftKings (44:00)! Ben Ennis arrives in-studio for 'Good Hour' to debate whose up...

We’re back! JD Bunkis and the boys recap their holidays before getting into the magic of Connor Bedard at the WJHC. Meanwhile, the Raptors holiday period indicates it may be time to blow it up. JD then discusses the scary scenes coming out of Cincinnati on MNF and what comes next. Next, Jeff Marek joins the show to talk about Bedard, just how good he can be and Jeff’s thoughts on the latest Winter...

The Good Hour kicks off with JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis forecasting the epic winter storm bearing down on southern Ontario. They then get into the play of Pascal Siakam following his 52-point performance in Madison Square Garden and how it drastically contrasts with Scottie Barnes' ongoing struggles (00:02). Later on, the fellas focus in on the Big Apple to discuss the Mets' busy offseason, if there'...

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s pod recapping the Maple Leafs' win over the Tampa Bay Lightning last night (00:02). Co-host of "Real Kyper and Bourne" Nick Kypreos joins the conversation to discuss what this win says about the team, what changes he's noticed in this year's squad, and his thoughts on linesmen Dan Kelly pushing around Micheal Bunting (14:34). Later on, JD and the gang preview tonight's...

JD Bunkis goes over the Maple Leafs' trade sending Denis Malgin to Colorado for Dryden Hunt, and questions why the team would give up on Malgin so early and if this shows a different vision from Toronto's front office. (00:01) Next up, TrueHoop's David Thorpe focuses in on the Raptors' struggles, how the team can turn around their six-game losing streak, and if it's time for the front office to st...

JD Bunkis recaps an electric World cup final between Argentina and France! He focuses in on the officiating to question some of the decisions made throughout the match and if the referees overshadowed the game (00:05). Josiah Bosch joins him to go over some of the unsung storylines from the World Cup final and ponders if this result seals Lionel Messi as the greatest athlete of all time. Later on,...

JD welcomes Justin Bourne to the show following the Maple Leafs’ loss to the New York Rangers and asks him if Michael Bunting is overrated, underrated or properly rated? Next, it’s Argentina and France in the World Cup Final! JD, JoBo, and Pete preview the match and discuss Messi’s legacy if he wins the elusive trophy (44:45). All The Smoke’s Matt Barnes talks about why ne never joined the Raptors...

Today on "The Good Hour", JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis go over the Blue Jays' offseason moves, why 2023 is a pivotal season for Bo Bichette defensively, and why an “F1: Drive to Survive”-style show would be impossible for the NHL and other team sports. Later on, Rangers analyst and goaltending consultant Steve Valiquette examines why good goalies are having bad statistical seasons, New York's recent su...

JD Bunkis kicks off today’s podcast talking about the Maple Leafs' dominant win over the Anaheim Ducks last night. Soon after, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli joins JD live from the Board of Governors meetings in Florida to share what's on the docket, what changes could we see implemented next season (11:32), if the NHL's digital board advertisements are to stay, and what's happening with the sala...

JD Bunkis offers his thoughts on the Blue Jays' singing of Chris Bassitt, how it will impact the rest of their offseason plans, and if this move alleviates some of the winter stress for Jays fans. Then, ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins JD to talk about what's next for the Toronto Raptors after a rough weekend in Orlando, if he believes it's time to blow up the core of the team, and what...