Jared Carrabis of Baseball is Dead and Section 10 podcasts joins JD to discuss how baseball has changed since introducing the pitch clock, the MLB marketing their big stars, missing out on Juan Soto, Toronto as a free agent destination, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s next contract negotiations, and the New York Yankees' offseason moves (0:00). Then, JD then talks about the Leafs and Sabres' rivalry (48:00). Afterward, Tate Frazier of Thru The Ringer and One Shining podcasts breaks down Cooper Flagg as a tantalizing top prospect, the high ceilings of the two dynamic Rutgers freshmen Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper, other options at the top of the NBA draft, and Bill Belichick taking the UNC head coaching gig (49:50). Finally, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala and JD chat about Gavin McKenna's super elite talent, the skill and will of Team Canada's World Junior roster, what to expect from Easton Cowan at the tournament, and who will be the most exciting player to watch (1:18:00).

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JD kicks off the show alongside James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, to dive into the Maple Leafs' 5-3 win over the Dallas Stars (00:00). They chat about Toronto's first line, Auston Matthews' production this season, secondary scoring, Nick Robertson's value, the trade market, Matt Murray, Dennis Hildeby, how the team adapts to playing in front of backup goalies, slow starts, and different ways to win. Then, JD gives his thoughts on Mat Ishbia's new $2 menu at Suns home games (47:20). Afterward, Charles McDonald, NFL writer for Yahoo Sports, joins the show to talk with JD about Week 16, the race for the NFL Draft, the playoff picture, fearing the Broncos in the playoffs, the Chargers long-term outlook, Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, the contract king Kirk Cousins, and Michael Penix Jr. (50:32).    

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JD reacts to news of Anthony Stolarz missing an extended period of time (00:00). Rick Bowness, who has coached the most games in NHL history, breaks down how he managed goaltenders like Connor Hellebuyck, how goaltending play affects a team implementing a new system, the hardest thing(s) to execute with a new team, if the strategy from the Maple Leafs' opponents has materially changed, and the ever-evolving challenge as a head coach (7:00). NBA writer and podcaster, Zach Harper, gets into the quirks and successes of the NBA Cup Final, trade value for Bruce Brown, and the Raptors finishing 17th in The Athletic's front-office poll (50:00). JD and the producers continue the NBA Cup and All-Star debate and end the show with 'What We Missed!' 

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Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show joins JD at the top of the program for Good Hour! The pair talk about the disappointing NFL Monday Night double-header, RJ Barrett's ability to tank, Kelly Olynyk's contract, Immanuel Quickley,  Jake Bloss, Vlad Guerrero Jr. maximizing his earnings and the possible return in a trade (00:00). Then, President of Hockey Content at Daily Faceoff, Frank Seravalli, joins JD to speak about the path to a new deal for John Tavares, the NHL trade market, the Leafs' needs, the underwhelming centre market, and the price of youth hockey (52:14).  

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JD starts the week listing positive and negative indicators from the Maple Leafs' weekend and season so far (00:00). JD brings on Anthony Petrielli, writer and podcast host at Maple Leafs Hot Stove, to get into the Leafs' slow starts and bursts of strong play, different line combinations and ideal defensive pairings (7:00). JD then gives offers Stats You Should Know from this past weekend in sports (47:00). JD then shares further thoughts on the Leafs' goaltending depth and draft pick Ben Danford, before reacting to Josh Allen's supremacy, the soaring Philadelphia Eagles, and the waning Kansas City Chiefs  (53:00). Nate Geary, Buffalo Bills game day host, breaks down Allen's MVP season, what other Bills deserve credit and why it feels different than past Bills seasons (1:13:00).  

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Senior Writer at the Athletic, James Mirtle, joins JD to discuss Anthony Stolarz' injury, how the team will use Joseph Woll in the upcoming stretch of back-to-backs, Dennis Hildeby, Matt Murray, the team's more important Max, Morgan Rielly's season overall, and a Tanev brother's reunion (00:00). Then, JD gives his thoughts on Brock Purdy and the scary Los Angeles Rams (45:10).  MLB Network insider Jon Morosi speaks with JD about Kyle Tucker, Vladdy, frustrations in the Jays' front office, the possibility of a Bo Bichette trade, Corbin Burnes, Anthony Santander, and pitchers to upgrade Toronto's rotation (50:21).  Sportsnet's Michael Grange and JD talk about Scottie Barnes' injury concern, the Raptors' tank, and Immanuel Quickley's fit on the team (1:15:17). 

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JD teases why the Blue Jays offseason feels like a band-aid on a bullet wound (00:00). Jackie Redmond, NHL and WWE personality, joins JD to debate if Connor Bedard should have made Team Canada's 4 Nations roster, an underlying benefit of the Maple Leafs' goaltending tandem, and travelling etiquette (8:00). JD reacts to news of Scottie Barnes expected to miss "several weeks" of basketball (48:30). Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling comes in-studio to dive into the Blue Jays' off-season with JD; the Corbin Burnes chase and starting rotation, the options with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette as they approach free-agency, the yearning for home runs, what hitters they'd like to see on the Jays, and industry advice (51:00). 

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JD is joined at the top of the show by two-time Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg, to dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2-1 win over Sheldon Keefe and the New Jersey Devils, Anthony Stolarz' phenomenal performance, the New York Rangers' situation, and the Leafs' depth scoring (00:00). Then, former Blue Jays GM and host of 'The Brushback', JP Ricciardi speaks with JD about the Jays' trade for Andrés Giménez, the Juan Soto sweepstakes, positives for the New York Mets, and extending Vlad Guerrero Jr. (33:16). Later on, Jeff Blair, co-host of 'Blair and Barker', joins the program to discuss a potential Bo Bichette move, fallout from the Jays' trades, Daulton Varsho, Yimi Garcia, which free agents the Jays should go after, frustrations surrounding Vladdy's next deal, and impactful bats (51:40). Finally, JD finishes the show with his thoughts on the NBA Cup (1:36:06).  

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JD and Ben Ennis from The FAN Morning Show dive into Jordan Romano moving on to the Philadelphia Phillies, where the Blue Jays are with a Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension and how Juan Soto's record-breaking contract impacts it (00:00). Plus, a look at the most hated athlete-fan dynamics in sports today. John Jastremski, host of the 'New York New York' podcast on The Ringer, joins JD to discuss how Soto signing with the Mets is being received in New York City, how New York has embraced OG Anunoby, and the most hated sports figures in that city (54:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:26:00)

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 Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to discuss the repercussions for the Blue Jays after Juan Soto's $765 million, 15-year contract with the Mets, the pressure on the front office, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette's next deals, and if the Jays missed out on free agents (00:00). Then, JD gives his 'Stats You Should Know' from the weekend (41:41). After, FOX NFL analyst Brady Quinn breaks down the weekend that was in the NFL, including Josh Allen's superhero loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the MVP race, the Minnesota Vikings and Sam Darnold, the NFC West-leading Seattle Seahawks, and Bryce Young (48:41). Finally, JD and the producers wrap the show with 'What We Missed' (1:27:10).  

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