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The JD Bunkis Podcast

Sportsnet
Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto Raptors
NHL
Blue Jays
Kyle Tucker
Auston Matthews
Cleveland Cavaliers
Major League Baseball
Mitch Marner
World Baseball Classic
Canada
NBA
Olympics
Team Canada
Los Angeles Dodgers
Buffalo Bills
Dylan Cease
Kris Versteeg
Hockey

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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Cliff Floyd, MLB Network analyst and World Series Champion, joins JD to discuss what about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season has surprised him the most, how the Blue Jays supporting cast has helped or hurt Vladdy, how confidence can impact plate appeara... more

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show,  discuss Chandler Simpson and athletes that drive you crazy when they play against your team, how they view morality in sports differently, plus Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles and what type of hit... more

JD reacts to Mitch Marner's playoff performance with the Vegas Golden Knights and the surrounding Toronto discourse. Colby Armstrong, Sportsnet NHL analyst, joins to have the Marner conversation, discuss the Montreal Canadiens' fandom and their chanc... more

JD reacts to a loaded sports weekend and starts by expanding on the Blue Jays with Ben Nicholson-Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Jays reporter. JD asks Ben which Jays pitcher could be joining the starting rotation, what the Jays could do next with a... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Cosentino
Sportsnet Hockey Analyst
Sportsnet
Episode: Sam Cosentino's Draft Board and Big Questions
Kevin Barker
Analyst on Blair and Barker
Blair and Barker
Episode: McKenna Nitpicks + Jays Power Outage w/ Kevin Barker
Mike Soroka
All-Star, Arizona Diamondbacks starter
Arizona Diamondbacks
Episode: Michael Soroka + The McDavid-Jokic Parallel
Shayna Goldman
National NHL writer at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Playoff Format Pitfalls, Oilers Pressure & Trailing Teams to Believe in w/ Shayna Goldman
Steve Jones
Co-host of The Dunker Spot and NBA writer at Yahoo
Yahoo / Dunker Spot
Episode: How the Raptors Got Back in the Series and What it Means Moving Forward w/ Steve Jones
Cliff Floyd
MLB Network analyst, 17 seasons in the MLB, World Series Champion
MLB Network
Episode: Okamoto's Adjustment, Vlad Power + Jays Closer Concerns w/ Cliff Floyd
Jim Bowden
Former MLB general manager, executive of the year, insider analyst
CBS, SiriusXM, The Athletic
Episode: Jays Realities, Mirages and Labour Negotiation Optimism w/ Jim Bowden
Jason Timpf
Host of Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf
Hoops Tonight
Episode: Raptors and NBA Playoff Preview w/ Jason Timpf
Auston Matthews
Captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: Leafs Locker Cleanout

Host

JD Bunkis
Host of the show, known for direct, informed Toronto sports takes with a focus on hockey, Jays, and Raptors.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Hot Take

    If you enjoy early-middle-age guys who are obsessed with seeming young, sound perpetually annoyed and pissy, talk down to everyone and come off like they think they’re the smartest people in the room… then “jump on” and “chop it up” with the King of Hot Takes. When JD avoids all that b.s. he’s actually quite insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KarlMaldensNose
    Canadaa month ago
  • This is usually a fun listen

    Disappointed in JD’s anti Olympic hockey take. Feels like he really moves as the wind blows… Update: While I don’t like some aspects of the show, I do think that JD is relatable - and I’m bumping my rating to five stars because I agree with every single word of his take on Ovie’s chase of Gretzky. Show is at its best when JD has a co-host like Ben or Blake to provide contrast. Love the bit about snooze on alarm clocks. // Original review: I listen to this show in part because JD often has great ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    constantthinker1
    Canada4 months ago
  • Consistently great show

    JD hosts a fantastic show with informed guests, relevant discussion and great energy. Superb coverage of The Jays this season and always great stuff with The Leafs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oysterboy
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this show

    JD first heard you in Toronto Mike a few months ago. Because of that I tune in to listen to you everyday. Love your heart for our city

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott 46854
    Canada7 months ago
  • Game 5

    Thanks so much for summing up your feelings and thoughts about Game 5. I couldn’t agree more. Let’s win Game 7!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Giacomo Mario
    Canada7 months ago

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Guests are generally well-regarded for insider perspective and candor, though some listeners crave more disagreement and diverse viewpoints.
Listeners regularly compliment the depth of deadline-day discussions and quality of guests.
Show is praised for concise, informed takes and energy, with fans often citing good balance between banter and analysis.
Audience appreciates the host's passion and Toronto focus, with strong guest lineups elevating discussion.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#63
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#73
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#183
Russia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

McKenna Nitpicks + Jays Power Outage w/ Kevin Barker
Q: What do you want to see from him at the plate when he comes back?
Barker emphasizes returning to a balanced approach with educated guessing, more walks, and using a broader inner-half approach to stay on pitches and drive the ball with authority, especially in the middle of the order.
Chayka and Sundin Meet the Press + What's Next w/ Nick Kypreos
Q: What stuck with you after leaving the interview with Chayka and Sundin?
Kype replies that both men need to go home and rest, acknowledging the heavy workload ahead and the significant depth of work required to implement their plans, while emphasizing the need for a fast but careful rebuild.
An Inspiring Raptors Performance + Day 1 Winners and Losers at the NFL Draft w/ Brady Quinn
Q: What stood out most about the Raptors' performance?
Scottie Barnes' breakout, combined with RJ Barrett's fearless play and the lineup tweaks around Yaka Pertle and Jameson Battle, signaled a potential sustainable core for the Raptors and reframed expectations for the series and future seasons.
Playoff Format Pitfalls, Oilers Pressure & Trailing Teams to Believe in w/ Shayna Goldman
Q: What's your take on the NHL playoff format and its impact on the big narratives?
The format helps numbers go up but can bury top teams in the first round, which diminishe the storytelling around the best teams and can undermine the regular season's body of work.
Leafs Locker Cleanout
Q: What is the biggest reason the team regressed from last season to this one?
The host cites a combination of inconsistency, leadership gaps, and a disconnect between culture and on-ice performance, suggesting multiple areas for improvement rather than a single culprit.

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This show focuses on high-stakes sports chatter with a Toronto slant, covering pro hockey, baseball, and basketball as seasons unfold and deadlines loom. Hosts and frequent guests dissect team direction, leadership, culture, and market dynamics, with an emphasis on trades, roster construction, and the business side of sports in a fast-paced, opinion-driven format. A recurring strength is pairing insider perspectives from former players and journalists with sharp, city-centric analysis, making it a strong fit for listeners who want candid takes and behind-the-scenes context. Noteworthy is the blend of deadline-week urgency, cross-sport comparisons, and the knack for turning complex front-office discussions into accessible, debate-friendly co... more

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7. Jim Bowden
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