Episodes

  • Surprise Masai Goodbye w/ Michael Grange + Frank Seravalli on the NHL’s New CBA and Latest on Tavares and Knies
    Jun 27 2025

    JD goes through the Blue Jays win over the Cleveland Guardians, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Jose Ramirez both getting beaned, and how to view this Jays team as we approach the MLB trade deadline (00:00). Frank Seravalli, President of Hockey Content at Daily Faceoff, joins the show to chat about the upcoming CBA announcement, and the latest updates concerning the Leafs' negotiations with John Tavares and Mathew Knies. Later, Sportsnet's Michael Grange jumps on to chat about the breaking news around Masai Ujiri and the Toronto Raptors parting ways, what could have led to this decision, and what the plan could be going forward (27:50).

    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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    49 mins
  • Raptors Pick and NBA Draft Breakdown w/ Tate Frazier + the Mad Max Plan
    Jun 26 2025

    JD and The Ringer's Tate Frazier break down the first round of the NBA Draft, including the Raptors taking Collin Murray-Boyles out of South Carolina and his initial reaction (00:00), the talent taken at the top compared to projections, the astonishing trade between the Hawks and Pelicans, the Brooklyn Nets using all five of their acquired first-rounders, and the continued influx of Canadian talent into the NBA. Then, JD takes a look at Max Scherzer's return to the mound for the Blue Jays and what it means for the team, as well as the Evander Kane trade from Edmonton to Vancouver (43:13).

    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
  • Raptors Draft Scenarios, the Trade “Plans” and the NBA's Regrettable Cap w/ Blake Murphy
    Jun 25 2025

    JD and Blake Murphy, co-host of Jays Talk Plus & The Raptors Show, discuss the activity in the NBA trade market ahead of the Draft, where the Raptors fit within all of the recent player movement, and go through some potential targets for Toronto at the ninth overall pick, before touching on the Blue Jays' options as we get closer to the MLB Trade Deadline (37:20). Later, JD hits on the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, including former Maple Leafs forward Alexander Mogilny finally getting inducted (44:53).

    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
  • Jays Deadline Strategies and Front Office Trust w/ Ben Ennis
    Jun 24 2025

    JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, debate the Blue Jays needs at the MLB trade deadline (00:00), the sustainability of the starter depth with Eric Lauer and Max Scherzer starting consecutive games, before taking a look at the front office's off-season additions as the Jays approach the mid-season mark. Later, JD and Ben discuss their differences in handling sports-pain, amidst JD's Oklahoma City Thunder trauma (39:31).

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    49 mins
  • Leafs Negotiation Updates and Pivot Plans w/ James Mirtle + Shai's Ceiling
    Jun 23 2025

    JD breaks down the Oklahoma City Thunder's NBA Championship win in Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers, with thoughts on the prolific season from the Thunder and Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (00:00). James Mirtle of the Athletic joins JD to chat about the rumours surrounding John Tavares, whether or not they can come to a team-friendly agreement, and the lack of centre depth available in free agency (10:32). JD and Mirtle shift to the Matthew Knies situation, what's led to the expected divorce with Mitch Marner, and the likelihood that the Leafs make an offer on July 1st. Later, JD dives into Kevin Durant's trade to the Houston Rockets (47:49).

    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 Tavares Contract is About More Than Money + Siakam vs. Shai, the Return of the Specialist and Raptors KD Rumours w/ Michael Grange
    Jun 20 2025

    JD discusses how Matt Duschene's contract extension in Dallas should be viewed here in Toronto (00:00). JD then shifts focus to the NBA Finals and brings on Sportsnet's Michael Grange (12:00) to get into the Indiana Pacers forcing a Game 7. JD and Grange discuss Pascal Siakam's case for Finals MVP, if Siakam has more love in Canada then Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, TJ McConnel's allure, the keys in Game 7, and the Raptors' chase for a star.

    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
  • The Best Teams of the NHL Cap Era + What Now for McDavid w/ Kris Versteeg
    Jun 19 2025

    JD is joined by Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg, to list and debate the best teams in the NHL's salary cap era (00:00). JD and Kris also discuss the make-up of the Panthers and whether Connor McDavid's time in Edmonton is running out.

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    49 mins
  • Do the Raptors Have a Plan? The Shai and Williams Statement, NBA Conversation Problems and It's Fine for Marner to hate Toronto, but Why the Leafs?
    Jun 17 2025

    JD reacts to the Oklahoma City Thunder taking control of the NBA Finals in game 5, then gives his thoughts on the NBA's parity era and what the Raptors plan is as they "lurk" in sweepstakes for seemingly every star. Later (36:00), JD clarifies his stance on Mitch Marner. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (46:30).

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