Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Podcast

In this episode, legendary WWE announcer Mean Gene Okerlund stops by. We chat about AWA/WWE/WCW, Vern Gagne, Vince MacMahon, Macho Man Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, his nickname, Jesse Ventura, and much, much more. The Hall of Famer delivers on this podcast special.  Plus, the Blue Jays bolster the lineup prior to the trade deadline. Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.    Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 31 of this fast moving podcast.

In this episode, straight off a Saturday night gig opening for Guns 'n Roses, Billy Talent bassist Jonathan Gallant joins the program to talk about the sold out show, plus, Eric Engels from Sportsnet Montreal stops by as we continue to talk about the trade of the summer, And Dominic Moore checks in to promote Toronto's #1 charity event of the summer - SMASHFEST! Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.    Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 30 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.   In this episode, Sportsnet baseball columnist Shi Davidi checks in to talk about the Blue Jays first half, and a look ahead to the second half, plus how busy will the team be at the trade deadline? Jeremy St. Louis from beIN Sports recaps the 2016 Euro Championship. And, we ask Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino if anyone will be watching the golf tournament at the Olympics considering the top players will not be there. Plus, a special announcement at the end of the podcast - check it out!  Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 29 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.   In this episode, former MLB pitcher Dirk Hayhurst explains the struggles of Marcus Stroman and why the Blue Jays should trade Jose Bautista. Also, Mike Zeisberger from Postmedia checks in to talk about Steven Stamkos, Milan Lucic, Andrew Ladd and other soon-to-be free agents on July 1. Plus, Elliott Price discusses why the Canadiens were shopping star D-Man PK Subban.  Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 28 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.   In this episode, former NHLer, best selling author, and mental health advocate Clint Malarchuk joins the program along with Steve Carp from the Las Vegas Review Journal to talk about NHL expansion into Las Vegas. Plus, Sam Cosentino from Rogers Sportsnet chat 2016 NHL Entry Draft. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 27 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.   In this episode, the guy who signed Gordie, Mark, and Marty Howe to the Whalers, former owner Howard Baldwin is on the show. He reflects back on memories of Mr. Hockey, and how life was having the most famous hockey player on the planet on his roster. The Penguins are the 2016 Stanley Cup Champs, and we chat with the future of the Canucks, Bo Horvat Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 26 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.   In this episode, Raptors Head Coach Dwane Casey checks in to talk about returning to the franchise on a brand new 3 year deal. Also, Jeremy St. Louis from BEIN Sports gives us his thoughts on the upcoming Euro 2016 tournament. Plus, Gabe Morcency gives us a rundown of recent events in the UFC, Kimbo Slice, and an awesome story about his confrontation with Brock Lesnar.   Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 25 of this fast moving podcast.  

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.   In this episode, we wrap up & rewiew the most successful season in Toronto Raptors history with Sportsnet's Eric Smith. Also Euro 2016 is only days away, Sportsnet's James Sharman will preview the huge event. Plus, WWE news, Drew Storen, and World Cup rosters are now complete. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 24 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.   In this episode, former NHLer and current Sportsnet analyst Corey Hirsch joins the podcast, talking about all things conference finals, goaltenders that could be on the move this off-season, equipment issues, and his Olympic Silver medal. Steven Rapp from Inside the Lines checks in to talk about the new show launching on Sportsnet 590 The Fan.... and another call from the man they call "Skrizz" as the Raps and Cavs are deadlocked at 2 games apiece. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 23 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.   In this episode, after a successful Grand Slam tournament in support of the Michael Garron hospital, Jose Canseco talks to us about his career, Donald Trump, Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and whether or not he belongs in the Hall of Fame. Former Met/Jay Mookie Wilson on the ground ball heard around the world, the name "Mookie", and his popular appearance on Sesame Street. Plus, Raptors analyst Duane Watson, along with the man they call "Skrizz" chat about the Raptors chances in the Eastern Conference finals. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 22 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.   In this episode, Hockey Hall of Famer Denis Savard drops by to talk about the upcoming ScotiaBank Pro-Am for Alzheimers hockey tournament in support of Baycrest, the Hawks season, Auston Matthews, and his draft class. Also, former Blue Jays CF Lloyd Moseby "shakes" into studio to chat about this weekends Grand Slam tournament in support of the Michael Garron hospital, Jays then and now, life in Japan, and the best outfield in baseball.   Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 21 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world ofsports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl SportsPodcast.  In this episode, we welcome back the star of Coaches Corner,Don Cherry. Dave & Don chat Colorado Rockies, Hardy Astrom,Wild Bill Hunter, suits, and Steven Stamkos in part 2 of a 2 partinterview series. Raptors beat reporter Josh Lewenberg checks in,as the Raps advance to Round 2, and the newest member of Canada'sSports Hall of Fame Bryan Trottier reflects back on 7 Stanley Cuprings, while playing along side Mike Bossy.Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 20 of thisfast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.   In this episode, we welcome the star of Coaches Corner, Don Cherry to the program. Dave & Don recap the NHL's 1st round of the post season, Brent Burns, Ken Hitchcock, and preview the NHL's 2nd round in part 1 of a 2 part interview series. Raptors play x play voice Matt Devlin checks in, as the Raps are one win away from advancing to round 2 of the NBA playoffs, and former Oiler goaltender Jeff Deslauriers tells us about life in the German Elite league, and his future in the game.  Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 19 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome from Rogers HomeTown Hockey and Coaches Corner, legendary broadcaster Ron MacLean. Ron & Dave chat about the 1st round of the NHL playoffs, draft lottery, "Grapes" and much, much more. Also, Blue Jays insider Scott MacArthur checks in with the Jays report thru 15 games, Sanchez, Happ, and Tulo news.  Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 18 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, NHL on Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the program to talk about the Maple Leafs signings of Morgan Reilly and Nazem Kadri, plus a preview of the NHL's post season. WWE Hall of Famer Hacksaw Jim Duggan chats about his new comedy tour and reflects back on stories from the past, and we sit down with former NHLer Laurie Boschman and talk about his unique career. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 17 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, Bastl goes one on one with Hockey Hall of Famer Marcel Dionne, and Golf's first major - The Masters tees off this weekend, Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino stops by to preview it. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 16 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, the outstanding story of Ed Staniowski. Veteran of over 200 NHL games, followed by his military career that has included numerous deployments, including as senior Canadian advisor to the Armed Forces of Sierra Leone. Wrestlemania 32 preview with the LAW's John Pollock, and Golf Talk Canada's Mark Zecchino. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 15 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, Bastl chats with former 40 goal scorer & TSN hockey analyst Jeff O'Neill. Topics on the fly - William Nylander, Mitch Marner, Hartford Whaler days, Tom Barrasso and Artus Irbe. Ben Nicholson-Smith drops by to talk about the hopes of the Blue Jays, Aaron Sanchez, Russell Martin and EE. And Gabe Morency from the Fantasy Network checks in with NCAA discussion, NHL in Vegas and LeBron James. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 14 of this fast moving podcast.

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, Bastl chats with hockey legend Val James - the first American-born black man to play in the NHL. James talks about racism in the game, his debut with the Sabres, wearing the Maple Leafs sweater, facing the 1980 Soviet Union, among many other topics. Vegas Insider Todd Fuhrman stops by to discuss March Madness, and who to place your money on. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 13 of this fast moving podcast

Canadian media personality David Bastl dives into the world of sports podcasting with: Bastl's Bytes: The David Bastl Sports Podcast.  In this episode, Bastl chats with former Islanders Captain Patrick Flately, John Kryk from Post Media stops by with NFL Notebook, we welcome the return of Ankurs Away, and a major WWE Roadblock prediction. Filled with opinions, sarcasm, and facts, in episode 12 of this fast moving podcast