# The Leafs-Jackets Blockbuster Trade + What Toronto is Getting in Marchenko w/ Aaron Portzline

An episode of [The JD Bunkis Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1645602129), 29 Sep 2026, 48 min.

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JD reacts to the Maple Leafs trading Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko. JD asks Aaron Portzline, senior writer for The Athletic covering the Blue Jackets, about what Marchenko is going to bring to Toronto, what obstacles Marchenko could face, and Marchenko's personality fit in Toronto. JD ends the hour discussing JJ McCarthy, the newest member of the New York Giants. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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