JD Bunkis opens the show discussing the Blue Jays’ big win over the Athletics last night, and the less-than happy couple spotted during the broadcast. Tyler Dunne of GoLong.com joins the show to sort through some of the groupthink narratives from the NFL pre-season. They discuss who's for real in the AFC East, if the Jets are getting to much hype, if the Bills' championship window has closed, which position groups they believe in, and if there's any doubt Patrick Mahomes can start strong despite the Chiefs' injury concerns. In today's podcast-only portion, JD covers the Lyon fans holding the team accountable! 

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JD welcomes back Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Drive Time, for this week's edition of the Good Hour! They open with a discussion on Canada basketball qualifying for the Olympics for the first time since 2000, if there's still interest in the remaining World Cup schedule, Dillon Brooks' redemption tour this tournament, and the ceiling for this Canadian team. Later on, JD and Ben touch on the Blue Jays' nail-biting weekend, if fans should leave the series in Colorado feeling disappointed, and share their expectations for this week's schedule against the Athletics and Royals. On today's podcast-only portion of the show, the guys get into the scenes at Burning Man and some Labour Day CFL action. 

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JD Bunkis is fired up as the NFL season starts to close in! How excited are you for your fantasy draft this weekend (00:32)? Soon after, CBS NFL analyst Charles Davis stops by to sift through the stories of the pre-season! He discusses how the Bills stack up in the crowded AFC East division, if Kenny Pickett and the Steelers can surprise the AFC North, and if Deshaun Watson can lead the Browns in a positive direction this season. Later on, the pair debate is fans should be worried about the longevity of this year's crop of rookie QBs, if the Jets are being overhyped after their busy off-season, and who will emerge from the NFC this season (07:34). In the podcast-only section, JD and the boys go over some of the storylines they missed with Charles (49:54).  

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JD Bunkis is joined by Sid Seixeiro, Host of Breakfast Television and Sportsnet Alumni, to look back on John Herdman's departure from Canadian Men's National Team to coach Toronto FC. The pair dig into what's gone wrong within Canada Soccer to squash the optimism of last year's World Cup, how TFC fans are feeling about the hire, and what's next for the national program (00:01). Next up, JD and Sid give their thoughts on the Blue Jays' season so far, John Schneider’s management of the team, and the consequences on missing the playoffs (26:32). Finally, JD and Sid share their thoughts on Sheldon Keefe’s contract extension with the Maple Leafs, if the new deal was deserved, and who's really calling the shots within Toronto's front office (32:45). JD closes out the show with some extended thoughts on Keefe's new contract, before forecasting what lies ahead in Leafland (45:23).

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JD Bunkis welcomes in Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus, to go over yesterday's dispiriting Blue Jays loss to the Nationals. Why has this season felt so much more disappointing then expected? The pair get into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, John Schneider's managerial decisions, and if there's still time to turn things around and make the playoffs. Later, JD and Blake switch gears to the FIBA World Cup and Canada's perfect 3-0 start! They discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's evolution into the best player on the court, who from Canada's star-studded roster has impressed them the most, and Jordi Fernandez' strong start behind the bench (45:35). In today's podcast-only portion, JD and the guys go over everything we missed!  (50:01) 

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JD kicks things off alongside his Leafs Talk co-host, Sam McKee, in-studio to break down Auston Matthews' extension with the Maple Leafs! They debate whether the contract should be viewed as a positive or rather a new precedent set, before chatting about the expectations that come with being the highest paid player in the league (00:01). Next up, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli adds to the conversation to discuss the term of the deal, what it means for William Nylander’s negotiations, and how it could impact the rest of Toronto's roster construction (11:32). Later on, JD and Sam forecast what's on the horizon for Mitch Marner next season and if Nylander would consider taking a haircut on his next contract, before JD shares why Willy's comments bothered him yesterday. (44:32)

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JD Bunkis recaps an important win for the Toronto Blue Jays over the Baltimore Orioles last night, highlighted by Brandon Belt's big blast to put the team ahead in extra innings! Does this team give you the confidence that they can win a World Series? Next up, Sportsnet Blue Jays colour commentator Joe Siddall hops aboard to discuss Brandon Belt and Daulton Varsho's resurgence, the keys to the Blue Jays' defence, the strides Bo Bichette has made defensively, and what in the world is going on with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. right now (09:11). To wrap up, JD goes over Richard Sherman and Pete Carroll reliving one of the worst moments of his sporting life (44:11).

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JD Bunkis kicks off today’s show previewing this week's pivotal series between the Blue Jays and Orioles. Is this the most important series this season? (00:01) Later on, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo join to chat about the tightly contested American League Wild Card race, which teams they project to make the cut, and if Jays fans should be concerned about their playoff hopes. Later, they delve into Orioles Owner John Angelos' comments yesterday surrounding the young core in Baltimore, the feeling in New York with both the Yankees and Mets struggling, and if the Jets can help change the tune in the Big Apple when the NFL kicks off (08:23). JD then recaps an embarrassing moment from new Guardians owner Josh Harris and Joe Buck, before sorting through everything that we missed in today's podcast-only portion! (49:54). 

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JD Bunkis kicks off the week with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' series win the over the Reds and the importance of Bo Bichette's return on both sides of the ball. What does he mean when he says he wants to see a fearless approach (00:01)? Soon after, MLB insider Jon Morosi discusses Bichette’s true value to the Jays, what's going on with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., if this season could change his long-term projections, what his next contract might look like in this scenario, and why Alek Manoah is still in Toronto after being sent down to Triple-A Buffalo. Does this indicate a spot start for the Jays could be incoming? (12:34) In today's podcast-only portion, JD shares his thoughts on all the stories he missed from the weekend including his updated cereal rankings and a recap of UFC 292 (49:32)! 

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JD Bunkis and Ben Ennis are reunited before Ben heads to Texas to chat about everything Blue Jays! They discuss their takeaways from Kevin Gausman's latest start, Bo Bichette's rising price tag, the importance of bullpen depth, and their confidence level that Alek Manoah can bounce back (00:01). Later on, the guys focus in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to discuss if this version of Vlad is his true form, if he can recapture the magic of his 2021 season, and if the Blue Jays would ever entertain a trade offer for him (20:32). Finally, the guys get into what they are watching for here down the stretch run. (38:43)

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