Roger Lajoie hosts! Vivek Jacob of CBC Sports discussed the Raptors dropping their season opener, Aron Baynes’ debut, leadership from the second unit (5:26). No Dunks Podcast’s Leigh Ellis shares where he sees the Raptors among the top East teams, battle of L.A., Jimmy Butler’s impact on the Miami Heat (27:04). Sportsnet’s Sam Cosentino gives his thoughts on the early goings of the World Juniors ahead of Christmas Day puck drop, concerns with losing Captain Kirby Dach due to an injury, what kind of Team Canada will we have performing at this year’s tournament (49:21). ESPN.com’s Victoria Matiash on what’s she’s looking forward to in the upcoming NHL season, if teams who had a big layoff in 2020 will have an advantage in the new year, how will players approach their first matches without pre-season games (1:11:47). Plus, Sportsnet.ca’s Wayne Scanlan stopped by to chat about how different the Ottawa Senators will look next year, the expectations from their prospects including Tim Stuetzle (1:37:39). OHL Commissioner David Branch shares the process in delaying the start to their season, helping players and their families during the pause, looking at other scenarios if the season gets pushed again (2:00:43).

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Joey Vendetta hosts! Tas Melas, co-host of the No Dunks podcast, discusses Kevin Durant’s impressive Nets debut and the ongoing James Harden saga (10:33). MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi stops by to chat about MLB free agency and Vladimir Guererro Jr.’s off-season transformation (31:38). Sportsnet NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman discusses the introduction of ad placement on team helmets, the status of Canadian teams seeking provincial approval to play in their home arenas, and Tampa’s current salary cap crunch (51:26). Coolbet sports analyst Kris Abbott checks in to share his favourite picks for Week 16 in the NFL (1:17:11). Raptors play-by-play voice Matt Devlin weighs in on Toronto’s outlook for this season and the importance of internal growth from the team’s core pieces (1:38:45). John Angelos, Chairman and Executive Vice President of the Baltimore Orioles, discusses the future of brand placement in MLB and how COVID-19 has impacted revenues across pro sports (2:03:51).

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Joey Vendetta hosts! Paul Jones, Raptors radio analyst and co-host of Smith and Jones, weighs in on OG Anunoby’s contract extension and his continued development (9:44). Lakers owner Jeanie Buss joins Joey to chat about her team’s championship win earlier this year and the legacy of Kobe Bryant (23:44). Philadelphia Flyers forward James van Riemsdyk stops by to chat about the NHL’s impending return and the Flyers’ outlook for the 2021 season (1:10:07). Former NFL quarterback Charlie Batch discusses the Steelers’ recent losing streak and their lingering offensive struggles (1:26:24). Quentin Richardson, former NBA forward and co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, discusses the Raptors’ successful development model and opening night in the NBA (1:37:15). Cameron Hughes, author of King of Cheer, discusses his career as a professional crowd ignitor and the future of fan interaction in a post-pandemic world (1:58:31). 

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Ben and JD break down the Raptors’ top storylines heading into the NBA season, including OG Anunoby’s development, Pascal Siakam’s learning curve, and Kyle Lowry’s future in Toronto. Brady Quinn, former NFL quarterback and current FOX analyst, weighs in on the Jets’ victory over the Rams, Trevor Lawrence’s prospect profile, and the Bills clinching their first AFC East title since 1995 (55:54). Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, stops by to chat about the NHL’s impending return, divisional realignment for this season, and how a condensed regular season impacts the Leafs (1:17:04). Chris Webber, former NBA All-Star and current TNT analyst, shares his thoughts on James Harden’s future in Houston, the Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant partnership in Brooklyn, and the Raptors’ outlook for this season (1:42:30).  The guys close out the show with some over/under win projections for teams around the NBA.

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JD returns and he and Ben start the show reacting to the possibility of Canadian NHL teams playing their games in the United States for the upcoming season (5:01). Later, they discuss Kyle Lowry’s future in Toronto beyond this season (17:49). Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston delves deeper on where Canadian NHL teams will be playing and how the rumoured all-Canadian division could be no more (49:25) The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor shares his thoughts on James Harden’s future in Houston, the Sixers reportedly willing to make Ben Simmons available, and the Raptors fortunes this season (1:15:09). Coolbet sports analyst Kris Abbott stops by to share his favourite picks for Week 15 in the NFL and JD reveals his weekly Cowards parlay (1:39:56). Pro Football Hall of Famer Bill Polian talks about the emergence of Justin Herbert, the job Brandon Beane has done in Buffalo, and Philadelphia’s quarterback situation going forward (2:04:54).

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Ben Ennis hosts alongside Donnovan Bennett! Sweeny Murti, Yankees beat reporter for WFAN, weighs in on the Yankees’ budgetary restrictions this off-season, their efforts to retain DJ LeMahieu, and the market for free agent Masahiro Tanaka (26:58). Odds Shark sports analyst Joe Osborne stops by to tee up Thursday night’s Raiders-Chargers game and shares his favourite picks for Week 15 around the NFL (41:44). Adam Lefkoe, host of The Lefkoe Show, discusses his early impressions of Jalen Hurts and the Chiefs’ continued dominance in the AFC (52:47). San Diego State men’s basketball head coach Brian Dutcher discusses his experience coaching Malachi Flynn and the rookie’s acclimation to the NBA (1:41:10). Chris Ryan, Editorial Director for The Ringer, chimes in on the Sixers’ reported interest in James Harden and the Raptors’ outlook for the 2020-21 season (2:02:21). 

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Ben Ennis hosts alongside Justin Bourne! JD Bunkis stops by to chat about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s max contract with the Bucks and what comes next for the Raptors (3:31). ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst discusses Masai Ujiri’s future after Antetokounmpo’s decision to extend with Milwaukee and the status of James Harden’s trade request (47:14). Canada Junior National Team head coach Andre Tourigny checks in from Edmonton to chat about his experience preparing for this year’s IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship and navigating COVID-19 restrictions (1:10:40). C.C. Sabathia, former MLB pitcher and co-host of the R2C2 podcast, discusses his new documentary with HBO, the Yankees’ efforts to retain DJ LeMahieu, and his battle with addiction throughout his career (1:36:23). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange weighs in on OG Anunoby’s impending contract negotiations and Malachi Flynn’s acclimation to the NBA (2:03:26). 

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Ben Ennis hosts alongside Arden Zwelling! Sportsnet’s Maria St. Aubin stops by for our weekly edition of Text Line Tuesday (31:22). Former Raptors guard Alvin Williams weighs in on Kyle Lowry’s contract status and early impressions of rookie Malachi Flynn (50:37). Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker checks in to chat about his off-season, preparing the team’s pitching staff for 2021, and Nate Pearson’s continued maturation (1:17:29). Trey Wingo, host of the Half-Forgotten History podcast, shares his thoughts on the Ravens’ win over the Browns on Monday night, Lamar Jackson’s heroics, and the Steelers’ offensive flaws (1:40:00). 

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Ben and JD open the show discussing last night’s Sunday Night Football game: after defeating Pittsburgh, the Buffalo Bills have shown they’re the second best team in the AFC (7:45). Good Show NFL analyst Brady Quinn talks about the Chiefs and Travis Kelce’s dominance, Jalen Hurts debut as a starter, and tonight’s AFC North clash between the Browns and Ravens (49:21). Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix weighs-in on Kyrie Irving’s media blackout, Kevin Durant’s return, and if the Raptors are built for a strong regular season (1:37:29). Ben and JD imagine a scenario where James Harden is a Toronto Raptor (1:52:11). The guys end the show with their thoughts on the Blue Jays offseason targets; specifically the markets for free agents DJ Lemahieu and J.T. Realmuto (2:06:16).

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Ben and JD discuss the introduction of a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada and the Rams’ win over the Patriots on Thursday night (6:55). NBA reporter Howard Beck weighs in on James Harden’s list of desired trade destinations, his tarnished reputation in Houston, and the Warriors’ outlook for this season (48:34). Coolbet sports analyst Kris Abbott stops by to share his favourite picks for Week 14 in the NFL and JD reveals his weekly Cowards parlay (1:19:21). Tyler Dunne, national NFL writer and founder of Go Long, discusses his latest profile piece on Jared Goff and the Patriots’ future at the quarterback position (1:41:04). MLB Network Insider Mark Feinsand chimes in on this year’s slow-developing free agent market, the Yankees’ desire to retain DJ LeMahieu, and the Blue Jays’ aggressive approach this winter (2:04:20). 

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