Episode
McKenna, Canada's World Cup Moment + Why the Leafs Draft was Such a Win w/ Jason Bukala
- Podcast
- The JD Bunkis Podcast
- Published
- Jun 29, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2980
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- https://www.sportsnet.ca/590/the-jd-bunkis-podcast/
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Summary
JD reacts to Canada's historic World Cup victory to advance to the round of 16. Next (6:00), JD speaks about the Maple Leafs drafting Gavin McKenna and brings on Sportsnet's Jason Bukala to break down the NHL draft. JD asks Jason about the decentralized draft and why he feels the Leafs excelled at the 2026 draft. Devang Desai, Sportsnet soccer writer, joins JD (34:30) to get into the complicated expectations for Canada Soccer, Jesse Marsch's post-match address to the team, and their next opponent. 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 affiliate.