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Scott MacArthur recaps the Toronto Blue Jays action and fields listener post-game phone calls.

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    Jays Swept in Doubleheader, Lose Fourth Straight Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 30:34


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 loss vs. the Orioles to drop the series in Baltimore, their fourth straight loss. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence struggling in this game - was this just a result of a long doubleheader day in hot weather, or is there something more to worry about? They also get into the decision to send out Jeff Hoffman in the bottom of the eighth, and discuss Seranthony Domínguez' debut as a Blue Jay following the trade between the two games. Plus, they chat about the trade deadline and what moves are more pressing following the deal for Domínguez. 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 Doubleheader Day Begins w/ Blowout Loss vs. Orioles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 40:38


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 16-4 loss vs. the Orioles to kick off the doubleheader in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the starting pitching - is there anything to worry about, or does this matter less because Easton Lucas isn't a regular member of the rotation? They get into the offensive struggles during the three-game losing streak, and discuss the pitching vs. offence needs as the deadline gets ever closer. 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: Bassitt struggles, Springer's Injury & Jon Morosi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 99:51


    Blake Murphy, and Julia Kreuz discuss Chris Bassitt and the pitching staff struggling in the loss to the Orioles, as well as Bo Bichette's consecutive hit streak and Addison Barger's at-bats recently. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (24:59) comes by to preview the trade deadline and Toronto's reported interest in Pirates pitchers David Bednar and Dennis Santana. Ben Clemens (49:54) of FanGraphs recaps the results of his Trade Value Series. Lastly, Sportsnet's Jamie Campbell (1:19:33) discusses the “Jamie Campbell Bursary” and what to watch for from the Blue Jays ahead of 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 affiliate.

    Bassitt Blown Up, Springer Injured in Loss vs. Orioles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 32:24


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 11-4 loss vs. the Orioles to open the four-game series in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and get right into the injury to George Springer - if he is absent for any amount of time, how does that change the list of needs ahead of the deadline? Plus, they discuss Chris Bassitt allowing six earned runs over 2.1 IP, and chat about how the impromptu bullpen day could have negative consequences ahead of a doubleheader. Afterwards, they discuss the impending deadline itself, and whether or not Orioles OF Ramón Laureano could be a good fit for the 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: Loud Bats, Orioles & Homer Bush

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 99:51


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the Blue Jays taking 3 of 4 vs. the Tigers, Max Scherzer's start, Bo Bichette's at-bats and more. Afterwards, former Blue Jay Homer Bush (29:52) joins the show to reflect on his career, Toronto's playing style and his son nearing the big leagues. Sportsnet's Madison Shipman (49:49) comes in-studio to talk about Toronto's ability to manufacture runs and the team heading into August. Lastly, Orioles broadcaster Melanie Newman (1:15:15) provides the state of Baltimore heading into 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 affiliate.

    Mad Max Notches 11 Ks, Jays Drop Series Finale vs. Tigers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 46:13


    Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 loss vs. the Tigers in the series finale. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the 11 strikeouts over seven innings of work from Max Scherzer - despite the loss, how important was this to see considering the injury issues over the course of the season? They get into Chad Green's struggles late in the game - does that change how much the bullpen needs reinforcements? Plus, they get into Bo Bichette going five-for-five, and throw around some names that could help bolster the offensive performance as the trade deadline nears. 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.

    Gausman Shuts Down Tigers w/ 10 Ks, Jays Win Series in Detroit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 49:32


    Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the Tigers to take the series in Detroit! He takes your calls and texts, and discusses the 'three stars' of the game: Kevin Gausman, Bo Bichette, and George Springer. He gets into Gausman's 10 K outing over six innings of work, Bichette delivering the game-winning two-run single in the top of the eighth inning, and Springer making up for an early gaffe with a three-hit day including a home run. Plus, he discusses the imminent return of Daulton Varsho, what Alek Manoah's contributions could look like post-rehab, and continues to debate whether starting or relief pitching should be the target at 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.

    Jays Beat Tigers, Claim Best Record in MLB

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 40:22


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Tigers to both ensure a series split in Detroit and to propel the Jays to the best record in MLB at 62-42! They take your calls and texts as they discuss the Jays' big fifth inning and get into how this team finally finding an identity has helped them tremendously. They get into José Berríos allowing just two hits over six innings of work, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continuing to heat up. Plus, Daulton Varsho clobbered a two-run bomb for the Bisons as his rehab outing continues in the minors - what place does Varsho hold on the roster when he 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.

    JTP: Lauer Power, Deadline Needs & Frank Catalanotto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 99:52


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss Eric Lauer going 8 innings of one-run ball and Toronto's balanced attack. Former Blue Jay Frank Catalanotto (30:40) joins to reflect on his MLB career and why he likes Toronto's offence. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:52) previews the trade market and where the Blue Jays can improve the team. Lastly, Joe Doyle (1:16:08) of Over-Slot Baseball discusses why he is so high on Toronto's 2025 MLB Draft. 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.

    Lauer Shines as Jays Surge to Top AL Spot + Josh Naylor Moves at the Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 26:38


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 11-4 win over the Tigers in Detroit! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the unexpected power surge from Ernie Clement, Joey Loperfido, and Nathan Lukes. They also get into another strong outing from Eric Lauer, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s continually improving form. Plus, the Jays' climb to the top of the AL, and what the Josh Naylor trade to the Mariners means for the deadline market.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: Yankees Blunders, Tigers Up Next & Jonathan Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 99:32


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the Blue Jays' series win over the Yankees, the value of great defensive play, and the raucous Rogers Centre crowd. Dan Szymborski (30:15) of FanGraphs breaks down why Toronto's front office should consider going all-in on this season ahead of the trade deadline. Cody Stavenhagen (50:40) of The Athletic provides the state of the Tigers, who have lost nine of their last 10 games, ahead of Toronto's trip to Detroit. Afterwards, Vancouver Canadians hitting coach and former Blue Jay, Jonathan Davis (01:15:10) joins the show to reflect on his career and transition to coaching.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 Take Season Series vs. Yankees, First AL East Team to 60 Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 43:45


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the Yankees to take both the three-game series and the season series as well! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the Jays taking advantage of the many Yankees defensive miscues - is that something that can be fixed by the time these two teams play again in New York later in the year? They also discuss Bo Bichette's two-run bomb, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looking stronger on offence, and get into Chris Bassitt's eight strikeouts over 7.1 IP. Plus, how good is it for the team to continue to look elite on defence - can that continue throughout the rest 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: Scherzer, Yankees & the Long Ball + Transaction Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 99:29


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open the show recapping the Blue Jays' loss to the Yankees where Max Scherzer got dinged up and Jeff Hoffman conceded a game-winning home run in the ninth. Chris Rose (30:20) of Jomboy Media gives his take on the Jays, Jacob Misiorowski's role with the Brewers for the rest of the season, and the state of the Cleveland Guardians. Brandon Warne (51:51) of Locked on Twins updates on the cost of players that Minnesota might move at the trade deadline. Afterwards, Keith McPherson (01:13:50) of WFAN660 discusses the Yankees' side of their three-games series at Rogers Centre including Anthony Volpe's blunders at shortstop and New York's power showing up at the plate on Tuesday.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 Drop Close Game vs. Yankees, Series Evened in Toronto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 35:02


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the Yankees as this series is evened at one game apiece in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - despite a three-hit night, does the team need more from the $500 million man? They also get into Max Scherzer giving up four runs over five innings of work, and the decision to throw Jeff Hoffman out there in the ninth inning in a tie 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.

    JTP: Gausman's Gem, Tyler Bremner & Johnny King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 99:37


    Blake Murphy, and Julia Kreuz recap Toronto's series-opening win over the Yankees, featuring Kevin Gausman throwing seven scintillating innings, the bullpen coming through, and the Blue Jays' offensive versatility. Afterwards, No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, Tyler Bremner (21:05), joins to talk about getting drafted, his Canadian roots, and desire to honour his late mother. Following that, Blue Jays prospect Johnny King (35:07) breaks down his pitching mentality, the move to the Dunedin Blue Jays, and some mentorship from a former Cy Young winner. Sportsnet broadcaster Dan Shulman (50:43) pops by to look at trade deadline decisions Toronto's front office is facing. Lastly, Deeshar Thosar (01:17:43) of FOX Sports gives her take on the inevitability of the Blue Jays and executives under the most pressure at 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.

    Jays Beat Yankees, Break Franchise Record for Consecutive Home Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 39:26


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 win over the Yankees to open the series! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the team's 11th straight home win, a new franchise record - how is the team continually getting contributions from everyone? They discuss Kevin Gausman's seven innings of one-run ball, the bullpen locking it down, and defence proving to be the critical difference in this game. Plus, they continue to debate the team's needs as the trade deadline approaches. 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: Giant-Sized Sweep + They're Back...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 99:26


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Blue Jays' weekend sweep of the Giants featuring Will Wagner and Joey Loperfido rising to the occasion, Toronto's balanced scoring habits, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s rollercoaster weekend. Bob Lorenz (30:00) of the YES Network sets the stage for the Yankees as they travel to Toronto for a three-game showdown. Sportsnet's own Chris Black (50:22) joins in-studio to discuss the Blue Jays' unsung heroes, the team's platoon of Tyler Heineman and Alejandro Kirk behind the plate, and some trade targets to watch. Michael Baumann (01:18:03) of FanGraphs wraps up today's show with a preview of the upcoming MLB 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.

    Vladdy Jr. Goes Yard, Jays Complete Sweep of Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 55:01


    Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 8-6 win over the Giants to complete the three-games sweep at the Rogers Centre! He takes your calls and texts, and discusses the team getting to 58 wins - with the team now just needing to go 32-31 the rest of the way to get to 90 wins, how important is it to bank these wins as the year continues? He gets into Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smoking his 13th home run of the season, while both Addison Barger and George Springer smashed some dingers as well - can this be a jumping off moment for Vladdy Jr. moving forward? Plus, he gets into Tommy Nance holding it down, Yariel Rodríguez getting another save, and continues to look ahead at the approaching 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.

    The Lauer Power Hour Continues as Jays Take Series vs. Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 45:48


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Giants to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Eric Lauer, who notched seven strikeouts over six innings of work - where would this team be without his contributions in 2025? What is he doing to find this level of success? They discuss the bottom of the order remaining the team MVPs, including getting RBIs from Will Wagner, Ernie Clement, and Tyler Heineman. Plus, they get into needs for the team at the trade deadline, and also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and his continuing struggles in the month of July. 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 Blank Giants to Open Second Half of Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 32:15


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-0 win over the Giants to open the second half of the season in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence coming through - what does the future for players like Joey Loperfido and Will Wagner look like? They discuss Chris Bassitt allowing no runs and notching five strikeouts through 6.1 IP as well as the bullpen locking it down for the rest of the game - how do the pitching needs look with the trade deadline approaching? Plus, is there any worry about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of major offensive production? 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: Second-Half Storylines, Erik Kratz & Javier Lopez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 99:53


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz look at major storylines for the second half of the season. Four-time World Series champion Javier Lopez (28:15) joins to discuss winning culture, the Giants and his MLB career. Erik Kratz discusses his All-Star experience and credits John Schneider for the job he's done as manager (50:40). Lastly, Ben Shulman provides his trade deadline targets and what changes when Daulton Varsho, Anthony Santander and Andres Gimenez all return (1:18:15).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.

    JTP: Roy Wood Jr., Chris Colabello & Your Texts!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 99:36


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by comedian Roy Wood Jr. to discuss his baseball fandom, his Cubs and more. Former Blue Jay, Chris Colabello (26:30), joins to reminisce about the 2015 and 2016 teams, conversations with Jose Bautista and Josh Donaldson about hitting, and the mindset for success at the plate. Afterwards, Kate MacLean (50:05) of “Pkew Pkew Pkew” discusses joining the band, before Blake and Julia take your texts (01:12:15)!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.

    JTP: Toronto's Prospect Depth Chart + Baseball & Poker Parallels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 99:29


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the All-Star Game and the debut of the "swing-off" format that crowned the National League as champions. Keith Law (25:50) of The Athletic joins to discuss JoJo Parker, Jared Spencer and how Toronto fared in the 2025 MLB Draft. FanGraph's Kiri Oler (50:17) gives some fashion takes from last night's red carpet and breaks down her BaseRuns Game Show series. Lastly, veteran poker player and author of the “Punt of the Day” Substack, Sam Greenwood (01:16:35), discusses his baseball fandom and the similarities between baseball and poker.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, Trade Deadline Needs & Justin Smoak!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 99:53


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz talk the Home Run Derby and prospects drafted yesterday in Micah Buckman, Tim Piasentin and more. Brandon Wile (26:35) talks about the All-Star festivities and the surging Red Sox. Afterwards, Jim Bowden (49:43) discusses front office tactics around the trade deadline and how much a quality starting pitcher will cost the Blue Jays. Lastly, former Blue Jay Justin Smoak (1:14:21) pops by to talk about the 2015 and 2016 rosters and his seasons in Toronto.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: Rough Weekend + Get To Know Jojo Parker & Jake Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 99:52


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekends action, including John Schneider's ejection, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles and Jose Berrios' start. Matt Vasgersian (29:19) tees up the All-Star festivities. Afterwards, Shi Davidi (49:39) and Geoff Pontes (1:14:47) get you familiar with the newest Blue Jays in Jojo Parker and Jake Cook as well as lookahead to what's next for Toronto on Day 2 of the MLB Draft. 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.

    Blue Jays First Half Reflections + JoJo Parker Selected Eighth Overall in 2025 MLB Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 52:40


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss vs. the Athletics to wrap up the first half of the season with a 55-41 record - how do people feel about how the first 96 games went, and what are expectations for the second half? They get into a tough outing from José Berríos, Addison Barger clubbing his first home run off a left-handed pitcher, John Schneider with a fiery on-field display following his fifth inning ejection, and discuss the post-break rotation lineup as announced by Schneider post-game. Plus, they read some scouting reports on JoJo Parker, who the Blue Jays selected eighth overall in the 2025 MLB Draft (47:29). 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 Bizarre Game vs. As to Even Series Out West

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 41:07


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Athletics to even the series at one game apiece in Sacramento. They take your calls and texts, and they discuss a game full of strange occurrences, including three errors from Tyler Heineman and Brent Rooker doing the majority of the damage - was this just 'one of those games' or are there things to be concerned about? They discuss Kevin Gausman's five innings of work, Addison Barger's splits against lefties, Leo Jiménez clubbing his first home run of the season, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. up-and-down season to-date. 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.

    Never in Doubt: Jays Win Series Opener in Sacramento

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 44:07


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 win over the Athletics to open the series in Sacramento! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Jeff Hoffman's adventurous ninth inning - was this shades of what we saw in May, or was this a one-off after his recent run of success? They also discuss Max Scherzer picking up his first career win as a Blue Jay, get into some high leverage moments for Brendon Little, and chat about the offence benefitting from a little luck in this one. Plus, with the trade deadline approaching, how do people feel about trading one or both of Trey Yesavage or Arjun Nimmala? 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: Barger's Emergence, Yankees Report & A's Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 99:58


    Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli recap the 10-game win streak and the significance of Addison Barger's season to date. Zach Crizer (31:59) joins to discuss his piece on why lefties have been dominant on the mound. Emmanuel Berbari (50:45) talks DJ Lemahieu and where the Yankees stand at the midway point of the season. Jenny Cavnar (1:14:09) previews the A's ahead of the 3-game set vs. the Blue Jays. Lastly, Julia and Sho provide their predictions for the Home Run Derby. 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 Streak Is Over, Good Base Running & Will Toronto Go All In?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 99:56


    Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to reflect on the 10-game win streak and Vladdy's struggles in the series finale. Joshua Rodrigues (30:35) emphasizes the importance of communication between players and coaches, as well as identifying good baserunning habits. Jon Morosi (51:00) analyzes the state of the AL East and the opportunity ahead for the Blue Jays. Ben Clemens (1:15:11) outlines what is ahead in his annual Trade Value column, with the deadline a few weeks away. 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 Drop Series Finale in Chicago, Win Streak Ends at 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 50:48


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss to both wrap up the series in Chicago and end their win streak at 10 games. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the John Schneider decision to keep George Springer and Alejandro Kirk out of the starting lineup - why did they sit with an off day tomorrow? They also discuss a tough day for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - should he shoulder more of the blame given the baserunning errors and struggles at the plate in this one? Plus, they look ahead to the trade deadline - could Adrian Houser, the White Sox starter in this game, be on the move - and react to DJ LeMahieu being released by the Yankees. 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: Bassitt's Winning Mentality, Ernie Clement & MLB Draft Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 99:56


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the win vs. the White Sox where Davis Schneider homered and a big 3rd inning catapulted Toronto to a win in an abbreviated game. Chelsea Janes (31:58) talks Max Scherzer and the state of the Washington Nationals. Patrick Dubuque (51:19) analyzes Ernie Clement's contact ability and what is going on in Baltimore. Lastly, Jonathan Mayo (1:15:57) discusses options for the Jays in the 2025 MLB Draft and the state of their farm system. 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 Grab Waterlogged Win vs. White Sox, Winning Streak Hits 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 31:25


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-1 waterlogged win over the White Sox to win both the series in Chicago, and their tenth straight game! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the rain delay helping out the bullpen - what will the positive effects be going forward for the rest of this week? They discuss the offence continuing to string together positive outings, Chris Bassitt's six innings of one-run ball, and look ahead to the schedule after the All-Star Break - how important is it to win those first few series after the break? 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: Loperfido's Big Day & Trade Deadline Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 100:06


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Toronto's 9th win in a row, including José Berríos' start, the flurry of home runs and the culture of the Blue Jays. ESPN's Jesse Rogers (35:03) reveals front office trade deadline stories. FanGraphs' Davy Andrews (54:56) gives his take on the George Springer renaissance. Lastly, The Athletic's Mitch Bannon (1:21:51) shares his trade deadline targets and discusses the impact of Eric Lauer's emergence with the 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.

    Jays Win Ninth Straight Game, Longest Win Streak Since 2015

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 32:52


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the White Sox for their ninth straight win, their first nine-game winning streak since 2015! They take your calls and texts, and get to the offensive outburst late in the game from Joey Loperfido, Nathan Lukes, and Addison Barger. They get into Lukes' role, what Loperfido can be now that he's producing, José Berríos allowing just one run over six innings of work, and discuss John Schneider's candidacy for Manager of the Year. 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 Snubbed, Trade Candidates & State of White Sox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 99:36


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Chris Black to talk George Springer getting snubbed from the All-Star Roster and how this Blue Jay team compares to other playoff squads in recent history. John Schriffen (31:00), White Sox play-by-play voice, discusses the state of the Sox and his career path in broadcasting. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:45) joins Blake in-studio for the hour to suggest relievers, starters, and right-handed hitters that Toronto can look to acquire at 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.

    Jays Win Eighth Straight to Complete Perfect Homestand + Captain Kirk Named to AL All-Star Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 68:09


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 win over the Angels to complete the sweep at the Rogers Centre to complete a perfect seven-game homestand! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the overall vibes with the team - how good does it feel to see a team get contributions from everywhere, up and down the roster? They also chat about some of the specifics from this game, including Kevin Gausman notching nine strikeouts over 5.2 IP, Ryan Burr's terrific return from the IL, Addison Barger with some late-game defensive theatrics, and Jeff Hoffman locking down the game. Plus, they react live to Alejandro Kirk being named as an American League All-Star reserve by Major League Baseball. 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 Walk Off Angels (Again), Win Seventh Straight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 49:15


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off win over the Angels for the second straight game to ensure a series win, their seventh win in a row! They take your calls and texts, and get right to extra innings, where Addison Barger played the hero - how do these Jays just keep finding a way to win? They discuss the heroics from Braydon Fisher and Lazaro Estrada - what roles will they play in the bullpen going forward with Yimi García now on the 15-day IL? Plus, with the team now leading the division by three games following a Yankees loss to the Mets, what's the biggest priority for the Jays as we get closer to 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.

    Jays Walk Off Angels, Become First Team in AL East to 50 Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 26:02


    Roger Lajoie breaks down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off win over the Angels to open the three-game series at the Rogers Centre! He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to the final play of the game - how great has Ernie Clement been this season? Rog also discusses another terrific start from Eric Lauer, the offence breaking through in the sixth inning, and a great 10th inning from Chad Green. 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: How Sweep It Is + Hello to the Halos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 99:44


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open Friday's episode with thoughts on the Blue Jays' four-game sweep of the New York Yankees. The focus in on the key contributors in the series including George Springer performance mashing four home runs and the depth down the lineup stepping up. Jon Becker (30:28), analyst at FanGraphs, checks in on the MLB trade market and highlights the Jays' needs as the deadline steadily approaches. Tricia Whitaker (51:10), Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball sideline reporter, shares her thoughts amidst Toronto's hot streak as they welcome the Angels to town. Rhett Bollinger (01:16:18) of MLB.com continues the conversation and discusses the state of the Halos as they prepare for their weekend clash 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.

    Jays Take AL East Lead, Complete Four-Game Sweep of Yankees

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 32:18


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-5 win over the Yankees to complete the four-game sweep as the Jays take sole possession of first place in the AL East! They take your calls and texts, and ask the question: is this surge by the team real? What makes you truly believe? Jeff and Kevin share their own thoughts on why this team is for real, and get to a ton from this game, including two Springer Dingers, Chris Bassitt allowing three earned runs over 113 pitches across 5.2 IP,  Nathan Lukes winning a 14-pitch AB with a two-run double, and the bullpen holding it down for another win. 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: Thrills in Toronto, a Prospect on the Rise, and a New York Slide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 99:29


    Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open the show reacting to the Jays' wild win over the Yankees. They break down the red-hot offense led by Davis Schneider and Addison Barger, the team's resilience, and a gutsy bullpen sequence with the game on the line. Later, Blue Jays prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (32:30) joins to discuss his breakout in Double-A, modeling his game after Max Scherzer, and refining a devastating slider. After the break, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:30) weighs in on the electric series, George Springer's sustained success, and when (or when not) to walk Aaron Judge. Finally, ESPN's Don La Greca (01:16:15) checks in on the Yankees and Mets ahead of the "Subway Series", the growing frustration in the Bronx, and the analytics discourse around their Bombers. 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.

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