Episodes

  • Why Are the Jays Waiting on a Vladdy Extension? w/ Ben Nicholson-Smith + Team Canada Bubble Questions w/ Mike Kelly + Joel Anthony
    Nov 29 2024

    Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to parse through the MLB's free-agency chase for Juan Soto, where the Blue Jays are at with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on a contract extension and why prioritizing other contracts might be a mistake (00:00). Then, two-time NBA champion, Joel Anthony, drops-in to chat about Miami Heat 'culture' and how the grind of a rebuild can affect the Raptors (34:00). NHL Network's Mike Kelly comes on to discuss Team Canada's upcoming roster reveal for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament (53:00). Mike gets into how Connor Bedard and Mitch Marner have started their seasons, makes a dark horse case for John Tavares, and questions the goaltending situation. The week ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:19:00)

    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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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • The Important Marner Questions No One’s Asking w/ James Mirtle + Each Toronto Team’s Biggest Question w/ Sid Seixeiro
    Nov 28 2024

    James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the parity of the NHL regular season, Toronto's moral victories, lessons from the Leafs' latest stretch, Nick Robertson's stock, William Nylander's success, Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner's future contract, Morgan Rielly's season so far, and the state of Canadian goalies (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on the Thanksgiving slate in the NFL, before bringing on Breakfast Television's Sid Seixeiro (51:00). Sid and JD chat about the Leafs' goaltending situation, the need for clarification on player's injuries, and the pessimism and optimism around Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays. Finally, JD and Armen speak on the Minnesota Timberwolves' tire fire (1:31:00).

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Why This Year Could be Different for the Leafs w/ Brian Boyle + TML Quarter Grades w/ Ailish Forfar
    Nov 27 2024

    JD and Ailish Forfar, co-host of The FAN Pre Game Show, draft their report cards for each Maple Leaf and categorize each player based on their 2024-25 season so far (00:00). Next, Ailish helps set the stage for the upcoming PWHL season, before the duo rifts off an item on their A-List (28:00). Brian Boyle, former NHL forward and NHL Network analyst, breaks down why the Leafs are his current pick to make the Stanley Cup Final (51:30). Brian and JD also chat about setting goals in the regular season and the Rangers' panic-meter in New York. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:27:00)

    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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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Romano’s Legacy and Jays FA Wishlist w/ Ben Ennis + The Raptors Ethical Tank’s Greatest Point of Frustration & Lamar’s Moment
    Nov 26 2024

    JD and Ben Ennis from The FAN Morning Show chat about Jordan Romano's time as a Toronto Blue Jay, his legacy here, and where he ranks among Canadians who have played for the team (5:00). JD and Ben also discuss the Jays' off-season rumours and who they'd like to see sign with Toronto (25:00). JD dives into the Raptors' ethical tank; the team's options in crunch time, what question marks can be answered later into the season, and how frustration might settle in (54:00). JD then discusses Lamar Jackson's growth and the ripple effect of his potential third MVP, Justin Herbert's stardom, and the conversation surrounding Mitch Marner's contract situation (1:07:00). The gents end with 'What We Missed!' (1:16:00)

    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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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • What the Leafs Learned Without Matthews w/ Kris Versteeg + Young QBs That Were Good Are Bad, and Ones Who Were Bad Are Good w/ Brady Quinn
    Nov 25 2024

    Kris Versteeg, two-time Stanley Cup champion, joins JD to discuss the Leafs' lines when Auston Matthews rejoins the team, Mitch Marner's consistency without the captain, Nicholas Robertson, Nikita Grebenkin, Fraser Minten, and Connor Bedard's position in Chicago (00:00). Then, JD delivers 'Stats You Should Know' from the weekend (44:58). After, NFL analyst for FOX, Brady Quinn, breaks down Week 12 of the NFL with JD including: the New York Giants, Jayden Daniels, Kliff Kingsbury, Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, the Minnesota Vikings, the San Francisco 49ers, and Brock Purdy (50:50). Finally, JD and the producers finish the show with 'What We Missed' (1:24:08).

    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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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Colby Armstrong Turns Heel + Dan Shulman's Cooper Flagg Impressions and Jays Wish List + Jeff Saturday and Nick Arbuckle
    Nov 22 2024

    JD starts with his rapid fire thoughts before bringing on Jeff Saturday, former NFL quarterback, Colts Hall of Famer and ESPN NFL analyst. Jeff breaks down the New York Jets' disaster, Aaron Rodgers' ultimatum, if the NFL's lacking true contenders, development of young quarterbacks like Anthony Richardson, and the sanctity of locker-rooms (5:00). Colby Armstrong, former NHL winger and Sportsnet NHL analyst, joins JD to chat about sports debates on social media and clean versus dirty hits in the modern NHL (31:00). Dan Shulman, Sportsnet Blue Jays and ESPN broadcaster, discusses Cooper Flagg's stock, strengths and specialness as the projected first overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft (53:00). Dan also tells JD what's at the top of his Blue Jays wish list. To end the show, the Most Outstanding Player on the Grey Cup winning Toronto Argonauts, Nick Arbuckle, stops by to chat about the storybook ending to the Argos' season (1:19:00).

    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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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Leafs' Trade Market Targets, Young Gun Impressions and the Knies Hit w/ James Mirtle
    Nov 21 2024

    James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies, the discourse on what is and isn't a dirty hit, Fraser Minten, Nikita Grebyonkin, what the Leafs' stars can gain from the younger players, the team's injuries, and which centres would be the best fit in Toronto (00:00). Then, JD breaks down Joel Embiid's latest comments and the dysfunctional 76ers (44:18). Finally, JD finishes the show with his thoughts on streaming giants entering the sports world, the Boston Celtics as villains, and 'What We Missed' (51:09).

    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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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • A Look at the Leafs Young Guys w/ Jason Bukala + the Matthews Mystery Fallout w/ Frank Seravalli
    Nov 20 2024

    Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli joins JD to discuss and dissect Auston Matthews flying to Germany to see a doctor for his mysterious injury. Why are the Leafs insistent on being secretive? How do injury reports in hockey compare to other sports? What part do sportsbooks play in injury status'? (00:00) Frank also chats about Alex Ovechkin's injury and goal chase, Sidney Crosby's lowly Penguins, and the Bruins firing Jim Montgomery (21:00). JD and producer Armen react to news of Tyrese Maxey calling out Joel Embiid and turmoil in the Sixers locker-room (35:00). Jason Bukala, former Director of Amatuer Scouting for the Florida Panthers, breaks down what he likes about Alex Steeves, if Nick Robertson can be a regular NHL'er, expectations for Nikita Grebenkin, Fraser Minten's ceiling, an update on Easton Cowan and Connor Bedard's struggles (48:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:22:00)

    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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    1 hr and 37 mins