JD reacts to news of Max Scherzer signing with the Blue Jays (00:00). Jason Demers, NHL Network analyst, discusses the effects of low-energy crowds at Maple Leafs games, what Morgan Reilly needs to succeed and how NHL'ers are viewing the 4 Nations Face-Off (7:00). Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, checks-in with JD to chat about the excitement of the Scherzer signing and Toronto's payroll (27:50). Chris Bassitt from the Toronto Blue Jays joins the show to get into what Scherzer brings to the pitching staff, the upcoming Jays season and his love for the city (49:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:05:30)

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.

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.

James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD at the top of the show to discuss the potential fit for Brandon Saad with the Leafs, their approach to dealing with injuries, 4 Nations Face-Off decisions, the best line combinations with Max Domi struggling, and the ongoing conversation around fan atmosphere inside Scotiabank Arena (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on the latest in the Canucks drama (44:06). MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi comes on to talk offseason news, where the Blue Jays sit with free agents Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman, the Jays need for a Max Scherzer in the rotation, and the likelihood that the Padres move Dylan Cease (51:25). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (1:17:58).  

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Blake Murphy, co-host of The Raptors Show, joins JD in-studio to sift through Blake's Raptors trade deadline primer (00:00). How important is the Raptors financial flexibility? Why are the Raptors being linked to Brandon Ingram and how would he fit on the team? What's spurring Scottie Barnes' positive improvement? Will the Raptors get into a better tank position if or when they trade their veteran players? JD and Blake then touch on Immanuel Quickley and a comparison for Barnes (36:00). Toronto Blue Jay Ernie Clement chats about his Buffalo Bills heartache, social media and group chats in the off-season, his approach going into the 2025 season, lessons from past seasons and playing third base (50:00). JD then deconstructs two narratives: Chiefs are bad for football and that Vancouver Canucks coverage is toxic (1:13:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!'

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JD reacts to Elliotte Freidman’s report that some NHL teams will begin to enforce an “internal cap” strategy as the NHL’s salary cap rises. Writer from Maple Leafs Hot Stove, Anthony Petrielli, discusses his Monday notebook; the consistently injured roster, offensive issues with the blue line, and Morgan Reilly (00:00). JD then looks at the Raptors winning six of their last seven games and what their future avenues might look like (35:25). Next, Sid Seixeiro, host of Breakfast Television, chats with JD about the Buffalo Bills loss, Josh Allen’s performance, and Auston Matthews’ fan criticism (51:06). The show ends with ‘What We Missed! (01:32:00)  

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Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, drops by for 'Good Hour' to talk about the discourse around officiating in the NFL, the Bills' coaching, Patrick Mahomes, the Senators and Leafs fan rivalry, Ottawa's fanbase, the Blue Jays' offseason strategy, and Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s worth (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on the Chiefs' dynasty and the Bills devastating loss (49:28). After, NFL Analyst for FOX, Brady Quinn discusses NFL Conference Championship weekend, Josh Allen, Buffalo's play calling, Steve Spagnuolo, Saquon Barkley's greatness, and the Eagles' defence (1:00:32).  

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JD reacts to Michael Grange's article on Sportsnet.ca that details the Raptors situation heading towards the NBA trade deadline (00:00).  Blue Jays columnist, Shi Davidi, breaks down how and why the Blue Jays deferred some of Anthony Santander's contract, how real the Pete Alonso momentum is, what Vladimir Guerrero Jr. values, and if the Jays have changed their payroll approach (13:00). Next, ESPN's Bill Barnwell joins JD to analyze the biggest headlines going into the NFL's Championship Weekend (51:30). Bill gets into if this year will be different for the Buffalo Bills, the significance of a three-peat for the Kansas City Chiefs, the Patrick Mahomes officiating conspiracy, Jayden Daniels' uncharted territory, Nick Sirianni's precarious situation in Philadelphia, and the NFL's coaching carousel. The week ends with JD's betting picks for the AFC and NFC Championship Games (1:27:00). 

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James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, talks with JD at the top of the show about the Leafs’ plan if Matthew Knies should miss time, what they should be coveting in potential trades, and how to address the play of Morgan Rielly and Max Domi (00:00). Then, Marcellus Wiley of Dat Dude TV, Hydration Situation, On the Rocks Podcast, and 10-year NFL veteran, tackles the Lamar Jackson discourse, how sharp the Chiefs will be against Buffalo and Bills Mafia, the Cowboys’ head coach pursuit, and the rise of Jayden Daniels this season (49:52). Finally, JD and the producers end the show with 'What We Missed' (1:24:52).

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JD reacts to Anthony Santander's introductory press conference with the Toronto Blue Jays (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to give a read on the rest of the free agent market, targets the Jays are still willing to spend on, their remaining needs, the possibility of signing Pete Alonso and Jurickson Profar, Max Scherzer's fit, deferred money in contracts and if it's going to become the norm, and the latest on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract negotiations (7:00). JD then gets into Connor McDavid's suspension and the Edmonton Oilers issued statement, literacy in sports media,  and the Raptors' tank-a-thon (52:00). JD and the producers then hit 'What We Missed!' (1:15:00)

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JD opens the program with his thoughts on the Blue Jays signing OF Anthony Santander to a 5-year deal, before being joined by Real Kyper and Bourne co-host Justin Bourne to discuss the possibility of creating out-of-market rivalries, the Morgan Rielly discourse, and Craig Berube's accountability culture (00:00). Then, JD voices his opinion on the Connor McDavid suspension (44:47). Afterward, World Series Champion, 13-year MLB vet, and co-host of the Diggin' Deep Podcast, Eric Hosmer buries the hatchet with JD before diggin' deep into the Santander signing, what the player brings to Toronto, enticing players to teams, the tough situation for the Jays' front office, Jeff Hoffman, Mike Trout, and if the Dodgers' monstrous lineup good for baseball (50:45). Finally, JD and the producers end the show with ' What We Missed' (1:26:36).  

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Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD to try and make sense of the Blue Jays trading for Myles Straw, missing on Rōki Sasaki and if the Jays can still have a path to excitement (00:00). JD and Ben then get into the discourse around Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen (44:00). Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and FOX analyst, breaks down the Buffalo Bills' victory, Jackson's legacy, Jayden Daniels' place among the best rookie quarterbacks of all-time, the officiating and favoritism for the Kansas City Chiefs,  and Notre Dame's path to victory in the National Championship Game (52:00). JD and the producers then banter about the fun weekend of NFL football (1:17:00). 

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JD begins the show with his thoughts on Ken Rosenthal's latest Blue Jays news. James Mirtle, senior NHL writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the Leafs' 4-3 win over the Devils and Sheldon Keefe, Auston Matthews, the team's stars, trade targets, role players and rentals, J. T. Miller, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and the state tax advantage (00:00). Then, JD and Armen speak on UFC 311 and Arman Tsarukyan (39:41). Afterwards, ESPN NFL Analyst, 2x Super Bowl Champion, and 12-year NFL veteran, Damien Woody discusses the Divisional Round, who has the most to lose in the Ravens-Bills matchup, the deserving MVP, Matthew Stafford and the Rams, Jayden Daniels, the immovable Lions, and the inevitable Chiefs. JD then gives his picks for the weekend (49:39). Finally, JD and the producers end the program with 'What We Missed' (1:33:29).  

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