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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.

The JD Bunkis Podcast

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 season debut on Friday, and Max Scherzer pitching as well as he has with Toronto (00:00). They also get into Jeff Hoffman and the construction of the bullpen, the recent baserunning and defensive lapses, and the effect Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s injury could have going forward. Later, JD dives into the Indianapolis Colts' decision to name Daniel Jones their Week 1 starter over former first round pick Anthony Richardson, and pokes fun at those who vacation at Disneyland without kids (39:54). 

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.

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

JD dives into the awkward incident between Tyler Heineman and Tommy Pham during the Blue Jays loss to the Pirates, and wonders about possible retribution coming in the second game of the series (00:00). James Palmer, NFL insider at Bleacher Report, joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines from the NFL training camps and preseason including the Cleveland Browns' decision to start Joe Flacco in Week 1, the QB competition brewing in the Big Apple between Russell Wilson and Jaxson Dart, the expectations for the Chicago Bears and the NFC North, and the Steelers' chances to keep Mike Tomlin's streak alive (7:57). Later, JD gives his thoughts on the Raptors' announcement that Bobby Webster will be named Head of Basketball Operations (45:49).

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.

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

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 seeing Paul Skenes make his first career start against Toronto (00:00). The guys discuss the Jays' position as a favourite in the American League to reach the World Series, the depth of competition in the AL once the playoffs begin, what would constitute a disappointing end to the 2025 season, and the expectations for the rotation with Shane Bieber's debut looming. Later, JD and Ben get into the reports that the Diamondbacks could be looking to move All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte, and Rob Manfred's comments on possible MLB expansion (41:42).

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.

Jays Rising Expectations + Big Rotation Questions w/ Ben Ennis

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 recent performance of the starting rotation (00:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith joins to chat more about pitching, the expectations for Shane Bieber when he gets back to the big leagues, and the excitement around Trey Yesavage making his first Triple-A start (9:18). Later, former MLB All-Star, Andrew Miller, jumps on with JD to chat about his famous outings against the Blue Jays, the development of the game and how it's viewed, and the ongoing youth movement amongst the players, before getting into his work with the MLBPA, the continuing CBA negotiations and the changes that could come after next season (20:01).
 

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.

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

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 media (00:00). Dakota Joshua, newly acquired Maple Leafs' forward, joins the show to chat about his path to the NHL through the NCAA system, the changing landscape in junior hockey, the challenges of his 2024-25 season, the excitement of coming to Toronto and joining the Leafs, and what the fans can expect from his game (5:31). Later, JD continues his thoughts on the Blue Jays and looks forward to what the future looks like for management and the core group, before breaking down Kyle Dubas' interview on the Cam & Strick Podcast (33:42).

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.

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

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-year Major League pitcher, joins the show to chat about his retirement, the changing role of starting pitchers and managers in the MLB, his experience moving between three teams within a year, before touching on the Yankees' struggles, the depth of the Blue Jays' starting rotation, and the legacy of his former teammate, Albert Pujols (5:55). Later, JD breaks down the latest update for the Ottawa Senators' future downtown arena project (46:52).

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.

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

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 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch numbers following his game-tying home run in the eighth inning, Jeff Hoffman's struggles to find the strike zone after a week-long hiatus, the looming decision on Shane Bieber joining the starting rotation, and question whether or not the front office should have made one more deal at the deadline. Later, JD and Ben get into their thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2, before debating what should happen with Shane Bieber over the next few weeks (33:42).

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.

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

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 most athletic sports across the world. Then, the guys get into their takeaways from the historic Blue Jays series against the Rockies, including the continued depth down the lineup, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. starting to find his power stroke since the All-Star break (00:00). Later, JD and Ben shift their attention to the Blue Jays pitching staff as they start to project who should be a part of a potential playoff rotation, what goes into that decision for the Jays' coaching staff, and whether or not Eric Lauer has earned himself a spot with his performance this season (31:31). 

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.

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

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 the AL East with the Red Sox and Yankees continuing to move in different directions (00:00). 15-year MLB pitcher, Adam Ottavino, joins the show to chat about his career, changes in technology in baseball over the years, and the importance of comradery on a baseball team, before diving into the Yankees' struggles, coming back from Tommy John surgery, how it relates to new Blue Jay Shane Bieber, and his experiences playing with current Blue Jays Chris Bassitt, Max Scherzer, and George Springer (6:34). Later, JD expresses that he's ready for football season, touching on the premiere of the Bills' season of Hard Knocks, as well as some training camp news (43:46).

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.

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

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' struggles as they attempt to make up ground on Toronto, before getting into the recent heroics of Bo Bichette (00:00). Jim Bowden, MLB insider and former GM, joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' moves at the trade deadline, notably the Shane Bieber acquisition from the Guardians, how the Jays should approach the rotation with the emergence of Eric Lauer, the additions to the bullpen, the question of whether or not Bichette will re-sign in Toronto, and the front office's strategy to continue improving the farm system (7:51). Later, JD touches on the Maple Leafs settling with Nick Robertson on a one-year contract ahead of his arbitration hearing, and where the Leafs' bottom-six is headed next season (37:11).

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.

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

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 Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, and looks into the trade for reliever Seranthony Domínguez from those same Orioles (00:00). Then, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to dive deeper into the trade, what the Blue Jays still need to do ahead of Thursday's trade deadline, the projected hierarchy of the bullpen should they add another arm, the remaining options in the starting pitching market, and the rumours surrounding some position players the Blue Jays could be interested in acquiring, before giving an update on some of the injured players on the roster (7:46). Later, JD looks ahead to the deadline with interest as he questions wo Toronto will add (46:51).

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.

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

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