# Kawhi Returns, Leafs Rumour Mill w/ Elliotte Friedman + Early Free Agency Look w/ Marco D'Amico

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Podcast: [The JD Bunkis Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-jd-bunkis-podcast-5694788)
Published: 2026-07-01T14:13:01+00:00
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## Resource

JD reacts to Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Elliotte Friedman (6:00), Sportsnet NHL insider and co-host of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, joins JD to get into NHL free agency; the latest on Zach Werenski and Matthew Knies' future in Toronto. (21:30) JD continues his thoughts on the Leafs potentially signing Sergei Bobrovsky and what Kawhi's return means for the Raptors championship odds. (35:00) After the break, JD is joined by Marco D'Amico, co-host of The Starr & D'Amico Show, to discuss the proliferation of the no-movement clause, what the Tampa Bay Lightning could offer for Werenski, and what’s next for Connor Hellebuyck. 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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