Episodes

  • The Cardiac Pacers, Marner Rumours, a Blue Jays Truth and a Steelers Nightmare
    Jun 6 2025

    JD reacts to the historic comeback win from the Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton (00:00). JD then goes through his feelings following the report of Mitch Marner, his relationship with the Maple Leafs and his looming free-agency (20:00). The show ends with JD's gripes following the news of Aaron Rodgers finally signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers (34:00), along with Gary Bettman addressing the media.

    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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    48 mins
  • Oilers-Panthers Takeaways, Lazy Leafs Bennett Fears + Giannis/Raptors Murmurs and NBA Finals Preview w/ Michael Grange
    Jun 5 2025

    JD goes over the dramatics in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, along with the "what if" of Sam Bennett signing with the Maple Leafs (00:00). JD then shifts focus to the NBA (12:00) as Sportsnet's Michael Grange checks-in from Oklahoma City to chat about the Raptors' chase for a star, if a NBA title will change Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's connection with Canadian fans, how the Indiana Pacers can make the finals competitive, and the NBA's parity era.

    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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    49 mins
  • The Most Frustrating Piece of the Jays Season + McDavid vs Goliath w/ Sean Avery
    Jun 4 2025

    JD explains what he was thinking at Rogers Centre as the Philadelphia Phillies lit up Bowden Francis (00:00). Sean Avery, 10-year NHL forward and author of Summer Skate, discusses what inspired him to write a book, the state-tax debate in NHL circles, the "pests" and "dogs" in playoff hockey, Corey Perry, Brad Marchand, the Maple Leafs identity and if Sam Bennett would change it (10:00). JD ends with thoughts on the high stakes in the Stanley Cup Final and the Raptors' chance at landing Giannis Antetokounmpo (37:00).

    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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    48 mins
  • Why The Raptors Make Sense in a Giannis Trade + Stanley Cup Final Preview w/ Colby Armstrong
    Jun 3 2025

    JD explains why he's buying the rumours tying Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Toronto Raptors (00:00). Colby Armstrong, NHL analyst for Sportsnet and the NHL on TNT, joins JD (14:00) to catch up and chat about their biggest points of interest heading into the 2025 Stanley Cup Final.

    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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    49 mins
  • The Barger Breakthrough + Can the Raptors Still Win the Siakam Trade? w/ Ben Ennis
    Jun 2 2025

    JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss Addison Barger's breakout and the Blue Jays' homerun-happy weekend (00:00). Is Barger the story of the Jays season so far? What's different between Davis Schneider's spark in 2023 versus Barger's now? Should umpires be held more accountable? Later, JD and Ben chat about Pascal Siakam winning Eastern Conference Finals MVP and revisit the Raptors trading him away (32:00).

    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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    49 mins
  • Treliving Takeaways + Dallas Braden
    May 30 2025

    JD explains his admiration for the Edmonton Oilers, before illustrating his offseason Maple Leafs thoughts following Brad Treliving's comments regarding Mitch Marner, John Tavares, team DNA, culture, and the Florida Panthers. Dallas Braden, former MLB pitcher and Athletics colour analyst, breaks down the importance of team identity, divisional success, Chris Bassitt's career longevity, and if we'll see starting pitchers like him in the future (20:00).

    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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    47 mins
  • Hour 2: Treliving Media Conference + Reaction
    May 29 2025

    Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving speaks with the media at Scotiabank Arena (2:00) and JD reacts (40:00) on the other side.

    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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    54 mins
  • Hour 1: What We Need to Hear from Treliving, the Leafs Feedback Loop + Ben Nicholson-Smith
    May 29 2025

    JD explains why the Toronto market pressure discourse is overblown and previews what Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving will have to address this morning (00:00). Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to discuss Bo Bichette's comfort level, how the Jays' pitching is carrying the load, why the team seems hesitant to put Anthony Santander in the injured list, and what could be next for Santander (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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    48 mins
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