The JD Bunkis Podcast

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 affiliates.  

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

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 or any affiliates.  

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 Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

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 affiliates.