Baseball Central @ Noon

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker continue the game-day edition following the Blue Jays' 16-4 loss to the Baltimore Orioles in the first leg of their doubleheader. Former MLB general manager and executive Thad Levine stops by (1:39) to share a front office's perspective on the lead-up to the trade deadline, Ross Atkins' reputation in trade talks, and the Twins' direction. Then, Jeff and Kevin react live to the Jays acquiring reliever Seranthony Dominguez from the Orioles for prospect Juaron Watts-Brown. Later, The Athletic's Jayson Stark (26:11) shares what Dominguez brings to Toronto, discusses his time at Sunday's Hall of Fame induction ceremony, and projects what could come from MLB's investigation into Emmanuel Clase.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the second hour touching on Bryce Harper's reported confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in the Phillies' clubhouse, before bringing on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (10:14) to chat about Bo Bichette's at-bats post All-Star break, how the Blue Jays' trade market is shaping up, where the team is in the standings could dictate their approach at the deadline, and Chad Green's outlook. Afterwards, Baltimore Orioles reporter Roch Kubatko stops by (32:57) to discuss who's untouchable on the roster, Adley Rutschman's season, and the direction of the franchise. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the week by reacting to MLB's sports-betting investigation into Guardians' sought-after trade piece, Emmanuel Clase, and discussing what it means for the Blue Jays in their hunt for bullpen support. Then, they look back on the Jays' weekend series against the Tigers, Max Scherzer's efficient outing and Bo Bichette's quiet consistency. Later, former Cleveland pitcher and current analyst Jensen Lewis (29:10) delves deeper into the Clase investigation, the next steps for the Guardians, its impact on Cade Smith's trade market, and what the Jays should do 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 affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Aaron Goldsmith (0:52), Seattle Mariners TV play-by-play voice, to chat about the team's most recent trade, acquiring Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks, what this could signal for the trade market and the organisation moving forward, what needs Seattle must address, and Julio Rodriguez's 2025 season. Afterwards, Blue Jays 4th-round pick, right-handed pitcher Micah Bucknam stops by (28:20) to discuss getting into the sport being born from New Zealand and growing up in Canada, his draft experience, the moment he had to focus on his craft knowing scouts were watching, the transition from high school to university, and watching his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes transition into the Majors.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 11-4 win over the Detroit Tigers to improve to the best record in the American League. Then, they share their thoughts on the Mariners trading for Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks, the Yankees filling their third-base hole with Ryan McMahon from the Rockies, the Mets landing Gregory Soto from the Orioles, and how the early trade action impacts the Jays' plans for the deadline. Later, Blue Jays manager John Schneider (25:40) stops by to share an update on Daulton Varsho and Andrés Giménez's rehab progress, what part the players play in trade decisions, how Eric Lauer has sustained his success, where he's improved most as a manager and much 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.

It's Thursday, so Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker head to the Back Leg Line to answer some listeners' calls! Then, Blue Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux stops by in-studio (30:18) to discuss how he would react as a pitcher to poor infield performances behind him, Chris Bassitt's command of his pitches, Eric Lauer's in-game adjustments, home vs. road games, and will Yariel Rodriguez carve out a role for the Jays after 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the New York Yankees to secure the series victory. They get into the Yankees' fielding woes, George Springer's hustle on the base paths, whether the Jays can continue their stretch of success on the road against the Detroit Tigers, and Chris Bassitt's up-and-down outing. Later, Tigers radio analyst and former MLB pro Bobby Scales joins the show (36:07) to discuss Detroit's skid coming out of the All-Star break, Javier Báez's resurgence this season, Riley Greene's stellar production, Reese Olson's confident changeup, and much 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.

ESPN's Jeff Passan (0:53) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the Houston Astros' winning streak, the intricacies of a verbal agreement as reported between the Blue Jays and the top international prospect in the 2028 class Angel Montas, if the Jays would consider taking a deep look into their prospect pool versus their current depth on the main roster for trades, and how far Toronto is from building a AL-winning — or even World Series — roster. Then, Blue Jays TV voice Dan Shulman joins the guys (31:35) to discuss Braydon Fisher's adjustment stage against the scouting report on him, George Springer's consistency, and whether Vladdy's down year is weighing heavily on the first baseman.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the New York Yankees in the second game of the three-game series. They break down Max Scherzer's start, whether Jeff Hoffman's home run problem is due to his heavy workload and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles with runners in scoring position. MLB Network analyst Sean Casey (12:03) stops by to discuss his son Jake's transition to the pros after being drafted by the Blue Jays and his role in his son's development as a former MLB hitting coach. Later, Jeff and Kevin react to the Blue Jays' lineup in the rubber match featuring Davis Schneider in the lead-off spot, and they outline the Jays' keys to victory in the series finale.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network's Jon Morosi (1:08) to give his gut feeling on which direction the Blue Jays will take after the trade deadline, if teams lean towards adding to their strengths or address their weaknesses, how deep the Jays might dive into their prospect pool, and why he believes the National League is wide open. Then, Yankees reporter Bryan Hoch (29:13) stops by to chat about why New York fans are disappointed in Anthony Volpe's season, the way the Jays approach Aaron Judge, if Aaron Boone is the right fit for the Bronx Bombers' managerial job, how big of an issue is Max Fried's blister problems, and the Yankees' new house of horrors now lives at 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 4-1 win over the New York Yankees to open a three-game series — their 11th home win in a row. They get into the Yankees' fielding woes and listen to Aaron Boone's availability before discussing the viability of a six-man rotation in Toronto and debating whether the Jays should prioritise a bullpen arm over a starter at the deadline. Later, they go to the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions!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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph (2:33) to chat about how the team can repeat a sweep over the visiting New York Yankees, if he's seen a step forward for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with his at-bats, how the bottom of the order and the bench have found ways to sustain their productivity, what he expects from Kevin Gausman with a long layoff between starts, and if the uncertainty of Anthony Santander's return impacts their trade deadline targets. Then, former MLB President and host of 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' stops by (29:40) to discuss what it means for a sports team to declare they are 'all-in' and how Santander's injury status changes the front office's mindset.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the week by looking back on the Blue Jays' three-game sweep over the San Francisco Giants. They discuss Vladdy showing signs of an offensive breakthrough, the Jays' team-wide approach, José Berríos's outing and the type of pitcher the Jays would be looking for ahead of the deadline. Then, they react to the latest news on Anthony Santander's status before YES Network's Meredith Marakovits stops by (30:40) to discuss the state of the Yankees as they begin a three-game series in Toronto tonight. She shares how they've changed since their last visit to the Rogers Centre, Anthony Volpe's dip, how Aaron Boone responds to John Schneider's approach to Aaron Judge, and much 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider (3:20) to chat about his All-Star break, the swing off, and give some roster updates on Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Daulton Varsho, and other names. Then, he gets into how he's set up his rotation for the first two series after the week's rest against the San Francisco Giants and New York Yankees, how the team has settled in performing at Rogers Centre versus on the road, what it'll take for Vladdy Jr. to get hot at the dish, Davis Schneider capitalizing pitcher's mistakes, and how a long layoff could affect the entire pitching staff. Then, former MLB outfielder Matt Stairs stops by (30:09) to discuss the development of Canadian prospects across the baseball summer leagues, analyzing a player's hitting mechanics early in their career, how the Blue Jays jump on success right out of the break, and if it's easy to make a change one's mechanics at this stage 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are back after the All-Star Break! They share their thoughts on All-Star festivities before outlining the Jays' tough stretch coming out of the break, starting with this weekend's series against the San Francisco Giants, and how the next two-week push will impact the way they approach the deadline. Later, they share their expectations for the trade deadline before welcoming in Giants analyst Susan Slusser (37:34) to tee up the three-game series between San Francisco and Toronto, share what the Jays' bats can expect from future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander tonight, and much 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.

Blake Murphy and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays TV analyst Caleb Joseph (4:38) to chat about a catcher's job with their pitcher dealing with the heat before and during a game, if Vladdy Jr. is 'one swing away' from returning to hitting form, Bo Bichette's ability to create opportunities, Alejandro Kirk taking ownership behind the plate and for the team's infield defence, and the importance of getting a start before an All-Star break. Then, Jays' infielder Ernie Clement joins the guys (26:52) to discuss his transition and balance from being aggressive to patience with his at-bats, playing multiple positions in the infield, Davis Schneider finding his way back onto the team, George Springer's veteran experience, and how the clubhouse is handling the recent stretch of success sitting atop of the AL East.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.

Blake Murphy and Kevin Barker get set for the Blue Jays' final series before the All-Star break in Sacramento against the Athletics. A's TV analyst Dallas Braden (10:05) shares what the Jays can expect over the weekend series, the next steps in the Athletics' development, the difficulty of evaluating talent at Sutter Health Park, players that could be on the move at the deadline, and how older pitchers handle the Sacramento heat. Later, Blue Jays manager John Schneider (25:50) discusses how he's preparing for the sunshine down south, bullpen availability ahead of the All-Star break, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s timing issues, why Bo Bichette fits best in the clean-up spot, Joey Loperfido's Triple-A improvements, the pressure that comes with leading the division, and much 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network analyst and former general manager Dan O'Dowd (4:18) to chat about DJ LeMahieu being designated for assignment by the New York Yankees, how a front office would handle a stretch of success and prepare for some regression just like the Blue Jays, why he would be cautious about moving off Toronto's top prospects at the trade deadline, trading in the MLB Draft, and working around chemistry in the clubhouse. Afterwards, Jeff and Kevin continue to head to the Back-Leg Line to hear listeners' voicemails!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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the off-day with a look back on the Blue Jays' streak-breaking loss to the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday. Then, they get into some early trade action with the Orioles trading Bryan Baker to the Rays, why the Jays should act quick for bullpen help and what they should be willing to give up. Later, New York Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong (26:20) joins the show to discuss his path from Markham to the minors, how he developed his unique mechanics, the biggest challenges in Double-A, and what he's looking forward to at the All-Star Futures 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (3:05) to chat about the contributions across the entire lineup during Toronto's winning streak, Chris Bassitt's performance on the road, where Addison Barger has grown the most, why Nathan Lukes leads the order, how they will split outfield and DH duties between George Springer and Anthony Santander when he comes back, and if Chad Green is within the circle of trust. Then, Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post jumps on (33:07) to discuss the changes with the Nationals' management, the direction of the franchise now, why ownership hasn't sold the team, and Dave Martinez's tenure as the bench boss.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' series-opening win over the Chicago White Sox to extend their win streak to nine games. They get into Joey Loperfido's improvements since his last stint in the majors, John Schneider's decision to pull José Berríos early, Nathan Lukes' jump and more. Then, they discuss the Jays' positional surpluses and needs as they approach the deadline. Later, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (27:45) stops by to share his thoughts on George Springer's All-Star snub, what type of pitcher the Jays should be zeroing in on at the trade deadline, the Red Sox's plans at the deadline, why the Royals should be sellers, how aggressive the Yankees will be in the third baseman market after Jazz Chisholm's move to second base, and how teams view Marlins starter Sandy Alcántara.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by former MLB outfielder Kevin Pillar (3:25) to chat about his decision to retire from the game of baseball, how differently he views the games now through the lens of a fan, the clubhouse experience near the trade deadline, and the importance of chemistry with his teammates. Then, former MLB president David Samson (28:38) stops by to discuss the Blue Jays hot stretch and leading the AL East, adding pitching at the deadline, how a front office analyzes their team during a winning streak, if they factor teammates' chemistry in roster decisions, Bryan Reynolds's peculiar no-trade list, and the Washington Nationals deciding to let go of both their manager and general manager halfway through 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the week by breaking down the Blue Jays' weekend sweep over the Angels to extend their winning streak to eight games. They get into the Jays' home-field advantage, call-ups Joey Loperfido, Lazaro Estrada and Ryan Burr making an impact, the vibes around the team, and Alejandro Kirk earning All-Star honours. Later, former MLB catcher and host of Foul Territory, Erik Kratz (28:10), weighs in on George Springer's snub from the All-Star game, shares a national perspective of the Blue Jays, discusses the Nationals' decision to fire manager Dave Martinez, and much 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour with a look down the Blue Jays' lineup with Vladdy out and Bo returning for their series opener against the Angels. They take some calls on the Back Leg Line before welcoming in Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (9:18) to discuss how this year's team compares to the roster from the last time the Jays led the AL East in 2016, how they've managed Jeff Hoffman, what to expect from Max Scherzer's next start and the latest on Daulton Varsho's recovery. Finally, they close out the week by going back to the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show discussing Anthony Santander moving to the 60-day IL and Lazaro Estrada's promotion to the Majors, if the Blue Jays can keep the top spot of the AL East, how the coaching staff utilizes Chad Green, and how the trade deadline focus will be dictated by the roster's health and success. Then, Jays manager John Schneider stops by (30:37) to chat about his team's winning streak, George Springer's ability to hit the fastball this season, Addison Barger's plate discipline, Max Scherzer's status for the weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels, the pitching staff's approach against the Halos and how much credit he gives to the infield coaches for the team's baserunning improvements.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with reaction to the All-Star teams, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. getting the honour for a fifth time. ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (3:24) stops by to discuss MLB's gambling investigation on Luis Ortiz, the Jays' place atop the AL East despite a meagre run differential, and their chances at holding on to the division lead through this season. Later, Yankees analyst Pete Caldera (25:55) helps tee up the series finale between the Yanks and Blue Jays and discusses what Brian Cashman will need to prioritise at the trade deadline, whether this is the best version of Aaron Judge and the team's future at shortstop.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker revisit the Blue Jays' thrilling win against the New York Yankees to tie them at the top of the AL East, their resilience throughout the series while missing Bo Bichette, if the Jays a truly a first-place team in comparison to the Bronx Bombers and Yimi Garcia's return. Then, Jeff and Kevin go to the Back-Leg Line to hear callers' voicemails!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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by The Athletic's Jayson Stark (1:05) to get his thoughts on the New York Yankees' slide with the potential to lose the lead in the AL East, the gap between the American League teams and the Detroit Tigers, Dave Dombrowski's history in the front office, and if the Chicago Cubs are the third-best team in the MLB. Then, WFAN New York Yankees radio broadcaster Suzyn Waldman stops by (24:45) to discuss the players juggling around the infield, the Blue Jays pitching away from Aaron Judge, the state of the team's bullpen, and their trade deadline focus.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off with a reaction to Yimi García's return from IL and the Blue Jays' corresponding move sending Mason Fluharty down to Triple-A. Then, they look back on the Jays' big Canada Day win over the New York Yankees, discuss José Berríos' recent success against lefties, and react to Andrés Giménez's move to the lead-off spot after his three-run homer yesterday. Later, Blue Jays analyst Joe Siddall (26:30) stops by to share his thoughts on Bo Bichette's status, what's behind George Springer's sustained success this season, the decision to send Fluharty down, Jeff Hoffman getting back on track, and the increase of catcher interference calls.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with MLB Network's Ryan Dempster (3:34) to discuss how important the Jays' series against the Yankees will be as it gets started tonight. The three discuss how teams should pitch to Aaron Judge, the Jays' ceiling this season, the Phillies' edge on the Mets in the NL East and much more. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (26:16) shares some thoughts on Mitch Marner being traded to the Vegas Golden Knights before getting into what the Jays' priority should be at the deadline, John Schneider's case for Manager of the Year, the Astro's sudden emergence in the AL, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza's seat heating up, and the Brewers' prospects in the NL Central.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker put a bow on the Blue Jays weekend series against the Red Sox in Boston, Chris Bassitt's road struggles resurfacing, if Jeff Hoffman can continue to build off the positive outings at Fenway ahead of their next series against the Yankees, and they hear from Jays general manager Ross Atkins ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline and Draft. Then, Yankees radio play-by-play voice Dave Sims (31:30) stops by to chat about how Carlos Rodón has become a dependable arm, Aaron Judge's underrated game in the outfield, New York's focus at the trade deadline, Paul Goldschmidt's ability to revert to old-school hitting, and why the baseball club have a strong mental fortitude during a slump.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker project how the Blue Jays will perform in their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox before welcoming in Rays TV analyst Brian Anderson (10:55) to discuss Tampa's recent hot stretch after Yandy Diaz's declaration that they are the best team in baseball. Later, from the booth at Fenway, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (29:18) stops by to help tee up Toronto's series in Boston and discuss what's behind the Jays' road struggles, George Springer's sustained success at the plate, the team's MVP at the halfway point in the season, Jonatan Clase's maturity, Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s play in the field and how the bullpen hierarchy will change when Yimi García returns.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Blue Jays manager John Schneider (5:24) to share an update on Vlad Jr., how he should adjust to being pitched in, his focus on finding extra rest days for Kevin Gausman, what he's expecting from José Berríos' start in Boston, his biggest takeaways for his ball club from the first half of the season, and if he's seeing a turnaround for Andrés Giménez on the offensive side. Then, Jeff and Kevin welcome in Alanna Rizzo (28:26) to discuss the Boston Red Sox playing at Fenway Park for the first time since trading away Rafael Devers, why the pitching staff needs to pick up their slack, how the hitting has been exposed without Devers on their lineup, Alex Cora's tenure as Red Sox's manager, and how the Tampa Bay Rays continue to find success despite their current situation with their home ballpark.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the abridged, post-game edition with a look back over the Jays' 6-0 win over the Guardians before welcoming in New Hampshire Fisher Cats manager Brent Lavalee (4:10). The skipper gets into the season so far for the Fisher Cats, Trey Yesavage's performance since his promotion to Double-A and the difference between evaluating pitching and hitting. Later, WEEI Red Sox reporter Rob Bradford (28:00) stops by to tee up the Sox series against the Blue Jays — Boston's first trip back home since trading Rafael Devers. He discusses how the team will be received back home after a five-game losing streak, their path to the postseason, the pressure on rookie Roman Anthony, what's behind Jarren Duran's fall-off and much 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with a chat about what to expect from Max Scherzer in his return to the mound before listening to John Schneider's pre-game availability ahead of the Jays' second game against the Guardians. Then, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (26:11) stops by to discuss his recently published article on trade candidates around the majors. He gets into the chances of Alex Bregman getting dealt, what position the Jays should try to improve, whether the Orioles will double down on their young core or shake it up at the deadline, and why the Pirates should be considering a Paul Skenes trade.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays series opening win against the Cleveland Guardians, why John Schneider's decisions shows how important the series is, Chad Green now leading the Majors with the most homeruns allowed, Andrés Giménez becoming a mainstay in the infield despite his hitting woes, and Spencer Turnbull DFA'd for the returning Max Scherzer. Then, Blue Jays TV analyst Caleb Joseph (25:55) stops by in-studio to preview Scherzer's return to the mound, what adjustments Green and Jeff Hoffman need to make, when it would be appropriate to reconsider the 9th inning role, and how Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can find his timing against the fastball.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with Los Angeles Dodgers President and CEO Stan Kasten (1:30). He discusses why so many Dodgers pitchers are getting hurt, how they mitigate the risks associated with Shohei Ohtani pitching, their rivalry with the Padres, and the challenge of managing multiple superstars for Dave Roberts. Then, Jeff and Kevin react to Blue Jays manager John Schneider's pregame availability, where he discussed Alek Manoah's progress and Yimi García's looming return. Finally, Jeff and Kevin go to the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions!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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their reactions to Ernie Clement's promotion to the No. 2 spot in the batting order, Eric Lauer's start against the Cleveland Guardians, and why they're still optimistic about Jeff Hoffman coming out of his struggles in the 9th innings. Then, Guardians TV analyst Chris Gimenez (32:24) stops by to chat about Cleveland's issues against left-handed pitchers, Logan Allen's adjustments since his last start against the Blue Jays, why Emmanuel Clase could be a hot commodity at the trade deadline, Cade Smith's strong ability to keep the ball in the yard, and what he would keep an eye on when Max Scherzer returns to the mound.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.

Former MLB Pitcher and VSiN host Jensen Lewis (1:15) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to comment on John Schneider sticking by Jeff Hoffman, the Blue Jays' play and standing in the American League, the Phillies sitting pretty in the NL East, and the depth of the Rays' rotation, before looking ahead to Chase Burns' MLB debut vs. the Yankees and the upcoming Paul Skenes-Jacob Misiorowski pitching duel. ESPN College Baseball analyst Kyle Peterson (32:46) recaps LSU's second win in three years at the Men's College World Series in Omaha as they defeated Coastal Carolina and discusses the decision by umpires to eject Coastal Carolina's manager and first-base coach in the first inning of the deciding 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Chicago White Sox, John Schneider reinforcing his belief in Jeff Hoffman despite his struggles as their closer, the options outside Hoffman, Max Scherzer's comments ahead of his return to the mound, and how Ernie Clement has been able to hunt and attack the fastball. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (28:08) stops by to chat about the level of concern surrounding Hoffman, if we could see an increased workload for Yariel Rodriguez, Scherzer's rehab and pending return, why Anthony Santander's injury might be more serious than originally believed, Andrés Giménez's offensive trajectory and if Ernie can become an everyday MLB player.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (1:05) to detail his latest article surrounding the Boston Red Sox's messy breakup with Rafael Devers. He chronicles the lack of continuity in the Red Sox management structure, their declining payroll year over year and how this saga impacts the Red Sox's future ability to recruit high-profile free agents. Then, he weighs in on which AL teams will emerge in the postseason, the Braves' deadline direction and the Dodgers/Padres rivalry heating up. Finally, former MLB second baseman Gordon Beckham (30:21) stops by to tee up the Chicago White Sox's weekend series against the Toronto Blue Jays.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker put a cap on the Blue Jays' series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Vlad Jr.'s comfortability in the third spot in the order, Kevin Gausman's reflection on his performances in June and loss to the D-Backs, and how Toronto's front office will look into the pitching market in search of a number two starter. Then, Blue Jays manager John Schneider (24:30) stops by to chat about Nick Sandlin's return to the main roster, Addison Barger's transition into the outfield and up in the batting order, Alejandro Kirk's bat finding a way to the opposite field, and if Gausman will have to tinker with his pitches as he progresses through his career.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.