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 9...
Our Game. Canada Talk w/ Kris Versteeg + Sam McKee
JD reacts to Canada's victory over the United States to win the 4 Nations Face-Off (00:00). Two-time Stanley Cup winner Kris Versteeg joins the show to discuss the importance of the win for Canada as a nation, the mentality needed to play for your country, the stand-out play of Sam Bennett in the final, the evolution of the rivalry between Canada and the U.S., the significance of the contributions from veterans Sidney Crosby and Drew Doughty, roster changes they would make for the Olympic team, the play of the Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, and Connor McDavid's signature moment (07:17). Host & Producer at Sportsnet 590 The FAN Sam McKee joins JD in-studio to continue Canada Talk, as they revisit the Canada-US rivalry, the intensity from both teams in the final, the most impressive Canadian players against the Americans, the conversation around McDavid following his own 'Golden Goal' moment, what to expect from Matthews' and Marner when they return to the Leafs, Alex Pietrangelo's decision to not play for Team Canada, the performance of injury replacement Thomas Harley, and the impact of Jordan Binnington. (50:35) The show wraps up 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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Canada vs. USA for the Soul of a Nation w/ Dan Hamhuis and Jackie Redmond + The Vlad Disaster
JD previews the 4 Nations Face-Off Final between Canada and the USA (00:00). Jackie Redmond from NHL on TNT and the NHL Network joins to discuss the stakes for both countries, if USA sacrificed too much in the round-robin, the potential lasting legacy of the tournament, the identity of the two rosters, adjustments to consider for Canada and the Maple Leafs angle in all of this (7:00). Dam Hamhuis, 2014 Gold Medalist who represented Canada nine times at the international level, talks about the keys to Team Canada's 2014 success, the role adjustments for third and fourth liners who are used to being stars, how the world has caught up to Canada, and the rivalry with USA (52:00). JD then vents about the Blue Jays missing their opportunity to extend Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (1:14:00). 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.
JD is joined by Justin Bourne, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, to preview the 4 Nations Face-Off. They debate whether Canada's roster still has the 'it' factor, what the tournament represents for the country, concerns in the crease, and if Mitch Marner performing in a big spot would change how he's perceived (7:30). Later, JD reacts to Shi Davidi's Sportsnet.ca article on contract negotiations between the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (44:30). Then, JD and Sportsnet NHL analyst Colby Armstrong discuss their expectations for Team Canada, Sidney Crosby and Drew Doughty passing the torch, and JD's vacation dilemma (50:50). JD and the producer's close out the show with What We Missed (1:26:50). 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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The Chiefs Historical Hinge Moment and the End of the GOAT Debate w/ Brady Quinn and Ben Ennis
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to react to the Philadelphia Eagles' blowout victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, whether Patrick Mahomes entering the GOAT conversation was premature, the irony of Tom Brady calling the game, and Jalen Hurts' MVP performance (0:00). JD and Ben move on to the Blue Jays, the miss on Pete Alonso, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s approaching deadline to sign an extension, and Toronto's roster being the among the oldest in baseball (35:00). Later, JD revisits Super Bowl LIX with Brady Quinn, NFL analyst on FOX Sports, to discuss the impact of coaching on the result, an early look at the Chiefs' offseason to come, Travis Kelce's future, and how the Eagles' win changes the perception of Jalen Hurts (51:00). JD and the producers close the show with 'What We Missed' (1:27:45).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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Is the Raptors' Rebuild Over and the Many Post-Deadline Ifs w/ Joe Casciaro + Super Bowl Props + Leafs Trade Asset Check-In w/ Jason Bukala
JD reacts to Anthony Stolarz returning to the Maple Leafs' crease and making 26 saves in a 3-1 win over the Seattle Kraken. TheScore's Joe Casciaro joins to discuss the Raptors deadline moves in totality including Brandon Ingram’s injury history, spacing concerns with the starting lineup, the logic behind Toronto acquiring and immediately waiving James Wiseman, favourite deals from the NBA trade deadline, and Jordi Fernandez stepping away as head coach of Canada Basketball’s senior men’s program (5:30). Later, JD lays out his favourite prop bets for Super Bowl LIX (38:45). Then, JD reacts to Raptors GM Bobby Webster addressing the media at a post-deadline press conference (49:15). The conversation shifts back to the Leafs with Sportsnet’s Jason Bukala as they discuss whether acquiring Buffalo Sabres centre Dylan Cozens is realistic or just a pipe dream, the assets Toronto has to offer, what’s behind Cozens’ drop in production, and Ben Danford’s value amongst Leafs prospects, and the lack of depth in the 2025 NHL draft class (59:50).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 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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