
Blue Jays Talk
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JTP: Buffalo Check In & Just How Good Has Vladdy Been?
Blake Murphy starts the show with the FAN 590 Blue Jays & Raptors play-by-play announcer Eric Smith! They get into his experience of living out a lifelong dream calling Toronto Blue Jays games. How has the experience differed from what he expected? And what does he make of this Blue Jays team? Blake is then joined by Buffalo Bison’s announcer Pat Malacaro (25:44) to get a feel for how the new additions are settling in at Buffalo. How does Joey Votto look? And does Pat expect to be called up to the big leagues in September? Director of Data Analysts & research at Pitcher List Kyle Bland (50:17) then joins Blake to talk about their work at Pitcher List. What metrics should the average fan be using? And what do the numbers say about Vladdy? Blake answers Fan questions in the last segment to close out the show! (1:15:52)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.

JTP: The Aaron Judge Treatment + Kikuchi’s Astros debut
Blake Murphy begins Jays Talk Plus with Marquee Sports analyst Lance Brozdowski. The two look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Blue Jays starting rotation and break down Yusei Kikuchi’s impressive debut with the Astros. Next, play-by-play announcer for the New York Yankees Emmanuel Berbari joins the show (33:35) to discuss the “Aaron Judge treatment” and how the Yankees got hot. After that, Dan Szymborski from FanGraphs joins Blake (51:37) to recap the trade deadline and how the Jays should retool next season. Finally, Writer at FanGraphs Leo Morgenstern (1:22:27) joins the show to discuss how the Phillies enhanced their bullpen at the deadline.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.

Rain Only Delays a Blue Jays Loss in New York
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off loss vs. the Yankees in New York to wrap up a series loss. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the decision to pull Yariel Rodríguez after just 4.2 IP of no-run ball and 76 pitches thrown - what is the reasoning there? They chat about multiple intentional walks to Aaron Judge, the recent play of Davis Schneider, and get into some nice plays from Luis de los Santos - is he a part of the 2025 conversation or will he be a Bison next season? Plus, the Bisons themselves got a boost from Joey Votto, who rocked a home run vs. the WooSox - is Votto's promotion to the Blue Jays imminent, and does it move the needle at this point of the season? 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.

Vladdy Jr. Goes Yard (Again) in Loss vs. Yankees
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 8-3 loss vs. the Yankees in New York to even the series at one game apiece. They take your calls and texts, and get into another hot day for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who launched his 22nd home run of the season amidst a three-for-four day - is there an upper limit for his contract demands? How do the Jays thread the needle when it comes to getting his signature on a new deal? They also discuss the play of guys competing for roster spots next year, including Joey Loperfido, and chat about what they want to see from Spencer Horwitz and Davis Schneider moving forward. 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.

Rain Only Delays a Blue Jays Win in New York
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-5 win over the Yankees to start the three-game series in the Bronx! They take your calls, and get straight to the bats providing the team with some run support - how important was it to jump on Marcus Stroman early? They discuss the bullpen locking it down, Ernie Clement playing better as of late, and get to the outing from Kevin Gausman, who let up five earned runs over 4.2 IP. Plus, they take a look around MLB, on a night where Yusei Kikuchi made his debut for Houston, and Justin Turner got to meet the Seattle home crowd for the first time with the Mariners. 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.

JTP: Players Looking to Seize Opportunities & Jay Triano
Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Shulman to discuss all the Blue Jays players with something to prove down the stretch (1:49). Chris Cotillo updates how Danny Jansen has fared in Boston (30:23). Jay Triano, former player/coach of Canada’s Men’s Basketball team, gives his thoughts on the Olympic team and the direction of the Blue Jays (51:34). In the final segment, Bob Lorenz gives his early impressions of Jazz Chisholm Jr. fit on the Yankees and the state of New York as they aim to fend off Baltimore for the AL East crown (1:15:38).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.

JTP: New Blue Jays & 2025 Requirements
Blake Murphy breaks down a few of the notable comments from Ross Atkins in his media availability on Tuesday. Kiley McDaniel dives deep into Jake Bloss and other prospects entering the Blue Jays’ system (22:36). Ben Nicholson Smith looks at the organization and what the 2025 roster needs to become competitive (52:38). In the final segment, Eric Longenhagen resets on Toronto’s farm system after a flurry of prospects join the team (1:17:38).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.

What's Next for the 2024 Jays Post-Trade Deadline?
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 loss vs. the Orioles in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the very stark differences between the Jays and Orioles - who on the Jays, apart from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., would start on the Os? Plus, they chat about the future of Vladdy Jr. himself - how much would it cost to lock him down long-term, is he a first baseman long-term, and how much does the free agency of Juan Soto factor into what he'll ask for? 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.

JTP: Processing the Deadline & What Comes Next for 2025
Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to discuss the roster holes management needs to solve ahead of 2025. Mike Petriello gives his thoughts on Jake Bloss, Will Wagner and Toronto’s path to roster improvement (28:00). Chris Leroux details what it’s like to be a fringe major leaguer and the mental toll of being unable to earn stability (49:49). Ryan Dempster joins to review the trade deadline, discuss how Kevin Kiermaier helps the Dodgers and who in the MLB improved their lineups (1:11:27).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.

A Post-Deadline Evaluation of the Blue Jays
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-2 loss vs. the Orioles in Baltimore. They take your calls, and get to the comments that Ross Atkins made mid-game following the conclusion of the 2024 MLB trade deadline. How should fans and media translate what he said following a plethora of moves? They also conduct their own evaluation of the deadline - were the moves made ones that will leave the team in a better spot moving forward? Plus, with the deadline now past...what's next for the 2024 edition of this team? 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.

JTP: Trades & Live Reaction + Jake Bloss Thoughts
Blake Murphy is joined by Arden Zwelling to look at the 2025 season and starting pitching for the rest of 2024. Robert Murray (26:14) discusses the success of Toronto’s deadline while Ben Clemens (50:03) insights what trades he’s liked so far. Anthony Castrovince revisits his bold predictions for the deadline and what could be ahead. In the final segment, Chris Black goes in-depth on Jake Bloss’ pitching talent and the state of the roster for next season (1:15:46). 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.

JTP: New Jays Prospects + Potential Moves
Blake Murphy is joined by Shi Davidi to analyze the new prospects in the farm and front office moves on the horizon (3:25). Geoff Pontes goes in-depth on RHP Jake Bloss and other new players in the system (26:02). Jon Morosi explains why he’s a big fan of the Blue Jays’ moves so far (51:50) and Kaitlyn McGrath sets the scene around Justin Turner and Yusei Kikuchi after learning they had been dealt on Monday (1:13:41). 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.

Vladdy Jr. Stays Hot, Kikuchi Trade Return Becomes Clearer
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 7-4 win over the Orioles to split the doubleheader in Baltimore! He takes your calls and texts, and gets into more of the Yusei Kikuchi trade to the Astros, with the full return now known: RHP Jake Bloss, OF Joey Loperfido & INF Will Wagner. What are the Jays getting in these three? Does the return for starting pitchers around the league mean that the Jays should explore trades for any of Chris Bassitt, José Berríos, or Kevin Gausman? Plus, he gets into the recent play of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. since the All-Star Break, amidst two games in which Vladdy went 7-for-10 and knocked home five RBI (including two home runs) - has his price tag gone up even more as he continues to stay hot? 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.

Jays Deal Justin Turner to Mariners, Yusei Kikuchi to Astros
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 11-5 loss to the Orioles in the first half of the doubleheader in Baltimore. They take your calls, and get right to the mid-game news that Justin Turner had been traded to the Mariners. They get into the return, before looking at what transpired in the game, including a troublesome start for Yariel Rodríguez. Plus, during the rain delay, Sho Alli chats with Blake Murphy about Yusei Kikuchi being traded to Astros (49:30) - they get into the return, part of which is the Astros' no. 2 ranked prospect in Jake Bloss. Afterwards, they chat about the other recent trades, including Turner to Seattle, and Danny Jansen to Boston. 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.

JTP: Evaluating the new Blue Jays + Emilien Pitre
Blake Murphy analyzes the weekend trades by the Blue Jays and discusses the prospects entering the farm. Emilien Pitre, Canadian prospect drafted by the Rays, discusses her baseball journey and learning he was becoming a Ray. Lindsay Dunn discusses her car ride with Kevin Kiermaier and his upcoming trip to Paris 2024 (34:17). Ginny Searle gives her take on players likely on the move at the trade deadline (49:48). In the final segment, Kevin Brown updates on where the Baltimore Orioles stand ahead of their 4-games series vs. Toronto (1:14:36). 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.

Berríos Bounces Back, Jays Complete Sweep of Rangers
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 win over the Rangers to complete the three-game sweep at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls, and get right to the seven innings of one-run ball from José Berríos - how important was it for him to bounce back with zero walks after ten in his last two games? They get into the play of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who blasted his 19th home run of the year, and also chat about Alejandro Kirk in the wake of the Danny Jansen trade. Plus, they discuss the relief pitcher trade market - is Chad Green's value at an all-time high given the return for many other relievers around MLB? 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.

Jays Deal Danny Jansen to Red Sox, Nate Pearson to Cubs
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 win over the Rangers to take the series at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get right to some news that broke mid-game, as long-time Blue Jay Danny Jansen has been traded to the Red Sox. They react live to the news trickling in from various MLB insiders about which prospects are returning, and whether or not such a return was warranted for a player like Jansen. They discuss the pre-game news of Nate Pearson being traded to the Cubs - can he re-invent himself in Chicago? - and also hear from both manager John Schneider and Jansen himself on the emotions on a day like this. Plus, they discuss Kevin Gausman's terrific outing, as he allows three runs and notches eight strikeouts as he finishes off his third-ever complete game. 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.

Clement Delivers Walk-off Win, García Gets Dealt as Deadline Draws Near
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 walk-off win over the Rangers to begin a three-game series at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls, and discuss Ernie Clement's ninth inning heroics - is he, along with Spencer Horwitz and others, part of the 2025 discussions? They get into the Yimi García trade from earlier in the day, and chat about Yusei Kikuchi's start - what was the reasoning behind sending him out there with a chance he might not pitch well? 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.

JTP: Jays Facing “Demons” Ahead of Deadline
Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to recap the loss to the Rays which featured Ernie Clement taking the mound (1:31). Jon Becker looks ahead to the trade deadline and discusses Randy Arozarena getting dealt to the Mariners (30:52). Tricia Whitaker gives her thoughts Randy Arozarena and why the Blue Jays are facing an uphill climb in the AL East next season (50:44). In the final segment, Kennedi Landry provides the state of the Rangers and previews the team’s upcoming deadline (1:15:07).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.

Jays Get Shut Out and Blown Out at Home
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 13-0 loss vs. the Rays to lose the series at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and get to the pitching on display - between Chris Bassitt and the bullpen, how does the team survive with so many runs given up (even without run support from the bats)? They react to live commentary from John Schneider and Bassitt himself, the latter of whom delivered some sobering statements about the team as a whole. Plus, they get into moves to be made at the deadline, and discuss who comprises the core going into 2025. 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.

JTP: Should the Blue Jays Consider Trading Vladdy
Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to discuss returns for Chad Green and Isiah Kiner-Falefa along with the case for trading Vladimir Guerrero Jr (1:19). JP Ricciardi takes us inside trade deadlines for front offices, navigating job security and what went behind re-signing and trading Roy Halladay (50:33). In the final segment, Chris Black discusses Kevin Kiermaier announcing his retirement after the 2024 season and contextualizes how good Daulton Varsho has been on defence this season.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.

Vladdy Continues His Heater, Jays Even Series at Home
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Rays to even the series at one game apiece at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls, and get to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. cranking his fifth home run in the last six games - is he actually getting close to performing at his 2021 level of production? They discuss Yariel Rodríguez allowing only two runs over 5.2 IP - is Y-Rod looking more like a part of the 2025 rotation? Plus, they get into the bullpen, including Yimi García looking like he's back to his old self less than a week before the trade deadline. 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.

JTP: Latest Trade Rumours & Should the Blue Jays Sell Beyond 2024?
Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to discuss Daulton Varsho’s Gold Glove calibre play and what’s behind Jose Berrios’ struggles of late (2:28). Adam Berry updates on the Rays’ vision of buying and selling at the deadline (30:28). Levi Weaver gives his ideal player transaction-destination pairings and why he was excited to see Adrian Beltre get inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame (52:40). In the final segment, Jim Bowden has the latest rumours and what a return for Yimi Garcia could look like (1:16:23).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.

A Bummer for Berríos as Jays Drop Opener vs. Rays
Jeff Blair breaks down the Blue Jays' 4-2 loss vs. the Rays to open the three-game series in Toronto. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to another uneven start from José Berríos - three runs and six walks over 4.2 IP of work - is it right to be worried about his recent results? Plus, has John Schneider found something with his bullpen these days - including the return of Erik Swanson - and the latest on Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the latter of whom hit his 17th home run of the season. 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.

JTP: Blue Jays Trade Values, Retooling for 2025
Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the state of the team ahead of the deadline and how the Blue Jays will replace Bo Bichette in the lineup (2:45). Neil Solondz explains what’s gone into the Rays’ 50-50 season (30:59). Afterwards, Ben Clemens details the results of his trade value series where he identifies the players with the most trade value in baseball and how Toronto can get back to winning games next season (58:53).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.

JTP: Prospect Report + Trade Deadline Moves
Blake Murphy is joined by Keith Law to provide an overview of all the prospects drafted by the Blue Jays including how MLB-ready Trey Yesavage is. Afterwards, Ben Nicholson-Smith comes in-studio to discuss whether the likes of Kevin Kiermaier and Justin Turner will be dealt, what they’re looking forward to watching from the Blue Jays in 2024 and plenty more.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.

A Wild Varsho Catch + Two Springer Dingers Help Jays to Victory
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Tigers to wrap up the series with a victory! They take your calls and texts, and get right to George Springer clubbing two home runs - how important is it for the future of the team that he gets back to a normal level of production? They chat about Daulton Varsho's terrific catch in the eighth inning being another example of how he deserves a Gold Glove, Ernie Clement's production at third base, and get into the 6.2 IP from Kevin Gausman in which he gave up a grand slam. Plus, is Génesis Cabrera firmly in the Circle of Trust, who's the next name that needs to go up on the Level of Excellence, and should the Jays have a walkable team 'Hall of Fame' exhibit somewhere at the Rogers Centre? 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.

Jays Fall Ten Games Under .500, Lose Series vs. Tigers
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Tigers at the Rogers Centre. He takes your calls and texts, and gets into the start from Yusei Kikuchi - was he left in too long once again? Does giving up four earned runs - three of them via a Jake Rogers grand slam off Trevor Richards - change his trade value at all? He discusses yet another home run for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and gets into the outings for both Erik Swanson and Yimi Garcia, who both returned and played well. 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.

Jays Mauled By Tigers to Start Second Half
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Tigers to kick off the second half of the season. They take your calls, and discuss the start from Chris Bassitt - how much of a letdown was it for him to give up five earned runs vs. the Tigers? They also chat about the offence, trade targets with the deadline approaching, and another calf injury to Bo Bichette. 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.

JTP: Bold Predictions & A Pitching Master
Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz are joined by the Pitching Ninja, Rob Friedman, to discuss what he likes about Yariel Rodriguez and Chris Bassitt (3:50). Ryan Spilborghs previews the Blue Jays-Tigers series and ponders if Bo Bichette will be traded at the deadline (33:31). Jason Beck provides insight on the state of the Tigers (50:29). In the final segment, Sho and Julia revisit their predictions and look ahead to the second half. 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.

JTP: What’s The Core & Blue Jay Awards
Guest hosts Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz talk to Keegan Matheson about who the core of the Blue Jays is going forward (1:15). Manny Randhawa discusses how the postseason has changed with extra wild card spots (28:33). Kennedi Landry provides the state of the Rangers (50:32). In the final segment, Sho and Julia dish out the Blue Jay awards (1:20:37). 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.

JTP: Who’s Getting Moved + the AL Playoff Race
Guest hosts Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz recap the MLB All-Star Game and why this year fell flat. Nick Mingione, head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, joins to discuss the character and talent of Emilien Pitre and the history of Canadian baseball players at Kentucky (28:14). Dan Shulman ponders which Blue Jays will be dealt ahead of the trade deadline (50:53). In the final segment, Brandon Wile dives in on the playoff race in the American League (1:19:10). 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.

JTP: Vladdy’s Future + Micah Nori
Guest hosts Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz are joined by Shi Davidi (6:27) to recap the Home Run Derby and discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Micah Nori, Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach and father of Phillies prospect Dante Nori, discusses his son’s journey to the big leagues and the importance of being a multi-sport athlete (27:56). Also, Eric Longenhagen catches you up with all the prospects that have entered the Blue Jays farm system (50:56). 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.

JTP: The Season So Far + New Blue Jays
Guest hosts Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz review the Blue Jays season so far and get Ben Shulman’s help looking ahead to management's possible decisions at the trade deadline (29:31). Afterwards, Geoff Pontes (50:33) joins to discuss Trey Yesavage, Khal Stephen and the Canadians drafted in the first few rounds of the MLB Draft. In the final segment, Sho and Julia give their predictions for the Home Run Derby (1:19:15).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.

Vladdy Jr. Leads Jays Into All-Star Break w/ Win + Second Half Bold Predictions
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 8-7 win to wrap up both the series vs. the Diamondbacks and the first half of the season! They take your calls and texts, and get into Yusei Kikuchi's outing - did a fifth inning to forget damage his trade value at all? They discuss DeMarlo Hale's deployment of Chad Green following John Schneider's ejection - does that suggest a different method of managing at play between him and Schneider? Plus, with the All-Star Break upon us, they discuss what to expect from All-Star Week in Texas, and make some second half bold predictions. 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.

Snakebitten Jays Get Blown Out in the Desert
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 12-1 blowout loss to the Diamondbacks to lose the series in Arizona at Chase Field. He takes your calls and texts, and chats about the change that likely awaits the Jays in the offseason. Who wears the blame: John Schneider, Ross Atkins, Mark Shapiro, the hitting coaches, the players...or all of the above? Would firing the manager make a difference at this stage? Is a managerial change the last card this front office has to play? Afterwards, he discusses another uneven start from José Berríos and gets into the bullpen getting smoked once again. 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.

Jays Blow It Late 2.0, Circle of Trust Shrinks Even Further
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off loss to the Diamondbacks to open the three-game series in Arizona. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to Trevor Richards blowing it once more - is he out of the bullpen 'circle of trust'? Is Chad Green, despite his struggles in this game, the only member? Does Génesis Cabrera deserve to replace Richards in that ever-shrinking circle? He gets to the four innings of two-run ball from Yariel Rodríguez - even with the uneven start, how much faith should everyone have in him? Plus, he discusses the small ball offence (from both teams), gets an update on Yimi García, and chats where fans are at when it comes to acceptance of the team's current state. 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.

JTP: Inside the Blue Jays’ Draft Process + Joe Hendry
Blake Murphy is joined by Madison Shipman to discuss the win vs. the Giants, Ernie Clement and more. Afterwards, Russell Dorsey (22:59) explains what he learned about Vladimir Guerrero through his 1on1 interview and how he would approach Toronto’s trade deadline. WWE/TNA Joe Hendry reflects on his rise in the WWE. Nick Piecoro discusses the state of the Arizona Diamondbacks (45:18). In the final segment, Shane Farrell, Director of Amateur Scouting for the Blue Jays, takes us inside the draft operation of the team (1:16:53).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.

Gausman Shoves for Seven in San Francisco, Jays Grab Series Win
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 win over the Giants to grab a series win out west in San Francisco! They take your calls, and discuss the seven innings from Kevin Gausman - has he righted the ship with two great starts in a row? They get into the injuries to Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho, how the Buffalo Brigade needs to continue to play more, and what Don Mattingly has brought (or not) to the Jays' offence. 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.

JTP: Holy Injuries + Blue Jays Options at #20
Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Black to recap an injury-riddled win vs. the Giants and discuss what a Blue Jays sell at the trade deadline looks like (26:27). Kiley McDaniel discusses the quality of the MLB Draft and the best prospects for the Blue Jays at 20th (40:06). Meg Rowley gives her thoughts on the Mariners and Blue Jays ahead of the trade deadline and provides a mini preview of the Home Run Derby (1:17:37).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.

Clement Drives Home Four, Jays Smoke Giants w/ Massive Sixth Inning
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 10-6 win over the Giants to even this series at one game apiece! He takes your calls and texts, and gets into the sixth inning in which the Jays scored six runs with seven straight hits - was that the best offensive inning of the whole season? He discusses the uneven outing from Chris Bassitt - five innings of three run ball - and gets into the bullpen Circle of Trust. Plus, the Buffalo Brigade continues to play well, including a second straight night featuring a three-run bomb from Ernie Clement - how important is it that Leo Jiménez (if Bo Bichette is injured for a longer period of time) plays more frequently alongside Clement, Davis Schneider, and Spencer Horwitz? 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.

JTP: A New Way To Lose & MLB Draft Prep
Blake Murphy is joined by Shi Davidi to recap the 9th-inning collapse vs. the Giants and look ahead to the trade deadline. Carlos Collazo (25:00) gets you ready for the MLB Draft including who the Blue Jays could grab 20th overall. Michael Baumann (49:44) explains how a new generation of baseball players are utilizing analytics tools to get better. In the final segment, Travis Sawchik participates in a thought exercise: How to rebuild the Blue Jays (1:17:12).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.

Kikuchi Carves Giants for 13 Ks, Jays Blow It Late
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off loss to the Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco to kick off this three-game series. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to Trevor Richards blowing the save in the ninth - why no Chad Green? If Green was unavailable, was Richards the right guy? Did he get hosed by the umpire vs. Tyler Fitzgerald, or does it not matter? Sho also gets into Yusei Kikuchi's 13 Ks (a career-high), and whether or not he should be traded to maximize value before the trade deadline at the end of July. Plus, he chats about Spencer Horwitz needing to play every day, Ernie Clement's three-run shot, and what kind of contract would keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr. a Blue Jay long-term. 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.

JTP: Springer’s Turnaround + Updated Jays Top 30
Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to look at George Springer’s journey to finding a groove at the plate and Yariel Rodriguez’s strong recent outings. Geoff Pontes (30:32) discusses Baseball America’s Top 100 MLB Prospects including the Blue Jays’ latest top 30. Craig Goldstein (56:32)provides the state of the Dodgers and how Bo Bichette would hypothetically fit. In the final segment, Davy Andrews (1:19:43) analyzes the surging Minnesota Twins and what he’s learned using the MLB’s new bat-tracking data. 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.

JTP: A Series Win + Ryan Dempster
Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Leroux to recap the weekend series vs. the Mariners and the bullpens performance. Ben Clemens tosses around some Blue Jays trade ideas (28:01). Ryan Dempster discusses the Cubs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s hitting and Bo Bichette’s struggles at the plate (49:35). In the final segment, Marney Gellner joins the show ahead of her debut at play-by-by for the Twins to look at the state of the team and touch on the Minnesota Lynx (1:13:45).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.

Springer Stays Hot, Jays Win Sea-ries at Rogers Centre West
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 extra-innings win over the Mariners to take the series in Seattle! They take your calls and texts, and get to the three-run bomb from George Springer - he has been one of baseball's hottest hitters recently, can he keep it going? They discuss the bullpen holding it down for four innings - is Génesis Cabrera now in the Circle of Trust? Plus, they get into what they've liked from Spencer Horwitz, both the good and bad from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at 3B, Leo Jiménez with his first two MLB hits, and Daulton Varsho driving home the game-winning run in extras. 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.

Y-Rod Shoves, Jays Even Series in Seattle
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Mariners to even the series at one game apiece in Seattle! They take your calls and texts, and discuss another great outing from Yariel Rodríguez, who allowed just one hit and no runs over six innings of work - is it something he can keep up going forward? They chat about Daulton Varsho turning a terrific double play and his value as a glove-first outfielder, the trusted relievers in Trevor Richards and Chad Green getting hit a bit in the later innings, and which members of the starting rotation should be included in trade proposals going forward. 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.

Jays Lose Pitchers' Duel, Fall 10 Games Under .500
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss vs. the Mariners to open the three-game series at T-Mobile Park. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to the six innings of one-run ball from Kevin Gausman - how important is it that he bounced back after his previous outing? Does it really matter when the team is ten games under .500? He gets into the bullpen, including more of Nate Pearson's sinker and Génesis Cabrera continuing to play well, and discusses Luis Castillo carving up the Jays offence as usual. Plus, which players need to be traded at the deadline - beyond the upcoming UFAs, does anyone else carry a lot of trade value? 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.

JTP: Who’s Getting Traded Where + Brent Lavallee
Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to go through teams that could show interest in Blue Jays players (20:19). Brent Lavallee discusses his Vancouver Canadians roster and what’s behind their 10-3 start to the season. Andrea Arcadipane previews the Seattle Mariners and breaks down what is behind Julio Rodriguez's struggles at the plate. (49:52). In the final block, Kevin Michie discusses the state of the Blue Jays and previews WWE’s Money in the Bank event in Toronto this weekend (1:20:31).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.

Jays Lose Series vs. Astros, Slip Nine Games Below .500
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 loss in the series finale vs. the Astros to wrap up a series loss. They take your calls, and get into the start from Chris Bassitt, who allowed three earned runs over five innings of work - what was up Bassitt's strange outing? They discuss the terrific work Spencer Horwitz has been doing with the bat, and get into the bullpen's performance as well. Plus, they chat about the team being nine games under .500, and how a rebuild is now impossible to ignore. 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.