Blue Jays Talk

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend where Alejandro Kirk was the hero on Friday, Myles Straw showed his power, George Springer returned to the leadoff spot and Jose Berrios struggled on Sunday. Hannah Mears (29:44) of SportsNet Pittsburgh talks Paul Skenes and the Pirates ahead of the series opener today. Afterwards, Erik Kratz (53:06) of Foul Territory bounces around the MLB and give his thoughts on the Blue Jays' roster and if John Schneider will win AL Manager of the Year. In the final segment, Blake and Julia take your texts on how a potential 6-man rotation shakes out (1:22:59).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.

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 loss vs. the Rangers to wrap up the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to the 4.1 IP and six earned runs from José Berríos - what happens with him next? Could his next turn in the rotation be skipped, or could he even see a stint on the IL with Shane Bieber's imminent return? They discuss their level of concern (or lack thereof) with the bullpen, and also hear from Mark Shapiro's weekend appearance on MLB Network Radio, as the President and CEO was asked about Bo Bichette's pending free agency. 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.

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 14-2 blowout win over the Rangers to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to a career day for Myles Straw, who had two home runs in a single game for the first time - does this continue the idea that the Jays can get production from any part of the lineup? Afterwards, they discuss Eric Lauer's five innings of one-run ball, his status in the starting rotation with Shane Bieber's return imminent, and whether or not Ross Atkins deserves more credit for the job he's done this season. Plus, a giveaway courtesy of some Straw-themed trivia! 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.

Sho Alli and Roger Lajoie break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 win over the Rangers to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Alejandro Kirk driving in four of the team's six runs and adding his first career stolen base as well - how do the Jays continue to get contributions from every part of their lineup? They discuss Jeff Hoffman slamming the door to end the game, Chris Bassitt holding it down to get through five innings allowing three runs, and John Schneider's case for Manager of the Year. Plus, they briefly discuss George Springer hitting a home run and Shane Bieber getting through seven scoreless innings down in Buffalo. 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 Julia Kreuz recap Thursday's win as Max Scherzer continues to produce quality starts and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. came up clutch once again. Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (25:20) joins to discuss Guerrero Jr.'s season and upcoming changes to the 40-man roster. MLB.com's Kennedi Landry (51:42) previews the Texas Rangers, who continue to struggle with run production. Afterwards, Apple TV's Tricia Whitaker (1:15:15) previews Rangers-Blue Jays, the experience of sharing a pocket pancake with Brewers manager Pat Murphy and 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 affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Cubs to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Max Scherzer's seven innings of one-run ball - if you're constructing a playoff rotation, where does Scherzer stand in those conversations? Plus, with Shane Bieber's imminent return, how does the rotation get handled until the end of the regular season? They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smashing a two-run bomb, Bo Bichette's contract situation, and the bullpen pitching in playoff mode to win it, including another big save from Jeff Hoffman. We also hear from John Schneider, Max Scherzer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Burlington Ontario native Owen Caissie after he made his MLB debut for the Cubs 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 affiliates.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Wednesday's loss, highlighting Cade Horton and the Cubs' bullpen's challenges for Toronto. MLB.com's Shanthi Sepe-Chepuru (31:25) discusses the Blue Jays, Jen Pawol's umpiring debut, and more. Bisons catcher Brandon Valenzuela (50:18) shares his trade experience and time with the Blue Jays organization. Longtime umpire Perry Barber (1:02:17) reflects on Jen Pawol's journey and the role of women in baseball. Finally, Blue Jays Director of Amateur Scouting Marc Tramuta (1:17:11) talks about Toronto's 2025 draft picks, including JoJo Parker and Jake Cook.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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss vs. the Cubs as the series is evened at one game apiece in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get into the offence being shut down by Cubs starter Cade Horton - was this an issue with the Jays approach, or was it simply a dominant performance from the Cubs rookie? They discuss Kevin Gausman's seven innings of work, the decision to not send Bo Bichette on the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. RBI double, and the performances from both Braydon Fisher and Mason Fluharty. Plus, they discuss some of Mark Shapiro's recent comments to the media. 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 Julia Kreuz recap Tuesday's series-opening win, where Jose Berrios battled, Ernie Clement hit a huge home run, and Daulton Varsho continued to mash. After Lance Brozdowski (29:50) breaks down the emergence of the cutter, why Trey Yesavage is a unique pitcher and the impact Shane Bieber could have on the rotation. Afterwards, FanGraphs Meg Rowley (51:04) describes the bliss of being a Mariners fan right now and why it's significant that Dodgers manager Dave Roberts called out Shohei Ohtani for his baserunning blunder on Sunday vs. the Blue Jays. Lastly, former Blue Jay Kevin Pillar (1:17:47) reflects on his MLB career, the pillars of great MLB clubhouses and transitioning to media. 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.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-1 win over the Cubs to open the three-game series in Toronto! He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to José Berríos' 5.1 IP of work, allowing just two hits and no runs - is that one of his better outings of the season considering his recent struggles? Plus, he discusses Ernie Clement banging a three-run bomb, and Daulton Varsho clobbering his 12th home run of the season. Afterwards, he gets into Jeff Hoffman's bounce back appearance, Louis Varland showing off the fastball once more, and asks the question: who has been the biggest surprise so far in 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Trey Yesavage heading to Triple-A, the plan for Shane Bieber and Teoscar Hernandez revealing how close he was to re-signing with the Blue Jays. Geoff Pontes (25:50) of Baseball America discusses Toronto's top 30 prospects, including a player few have heard of that's garnering attention. Travis Sawchik (51:38) of Driveline Baseball breaks down his recent piece on hitters featuring various types of swings and Bieber's potential with Toronto. Lastly, Meghan Montemurro (1:15:09) of the Chicago Tribune previews the Cubs as they begin a 3-game set vs. Toronto 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Dodgers series, including Jeff Hoffman's struggles, Mason Fluharty coming up clutch, and the bats waking up late (29:06). The Athletic's Deren VanRiper (50:22) joins them to talk Brewers, Jacob Misiorowski and Josh Naylor's hot start with the Mariners. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (1:14:45) breaks down Jeff Hoffman's uneven numbers, Toronto's trouble allowing the long ball and Kyle Tucker's scuffling at the plate. 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.

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Dodgers to wrap up the series in Los Angeles! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the hero of the game, Mason Fluharty - what went into his pressure-packed at-bat vs. Shohei Ohtani with the bases loaded? They discuss the bullpen at-large, which saw big time outings from all of Louis Varland, Braydon Fisher, Seranthony Domínguez, Brendon Little, and Yariel Rodríguez - even if Jeff Hoffman stays in the closer role, could the bullpen see more fluidity going forward? Plus, they discuss big home runs from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Addison Barger, and Ernie Clement, and get into what the roster construction could look like when Andrés Giménez and George Springer return. 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.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 9-1 loss to the Dodgers in Los Angeles to ensure a series loss out west. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to the Jays offence no-showing - is there cause for concern, or was two-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell just on one tonight? What's the prognosis against elite pitching moving forward? He gets into the outings from Yariel Rodríguez and Seranthony Domínguez - with their lack of control versus what we saw from Braydon Fisher, does the bullpen need to be re-ordered? Plus, Shane Bieber made another rehab start - what's next for Bieber as he continues to make his way back from injury (38:01)? 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.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-1 loss vs. the Dodgers in the series opener out west. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to the historic matchup between Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw - given how pitchers are used these days, will we ever see another battle like that ever again? He also discusses Scherzer's start itself - despite the home run from Mookie Betts, do you feel better about where Scherzer is at this point of the season? Plus, he gets to a rare off night for the Jays' bats, some minor mistakes from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, and discusses Brendon Little struggling late in the 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.

Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli open the show by previewing the Blue Jays–Dodgers series and making the case for John Schneider as Manager of the Year, citing his in-game moves and clubhouse culture. They also discuss Jen Pawol's debut as MLB's first female umpire before taking your text questions (31:02). After the break, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (50:02) checks in post-deadline on how the Jays' new rotation pieces fit, their chances in a tight AL East, and other playoff races around the league. To close, MLB.com Dodgers reporter Sonja Chen (1:15:42) previews the Scherzer–Kershaw matchup, how Los Angeles is navigating an up-and-down stretch marked by inconsistent play and injuries, and Shohei Ohtani's return 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 affiliate.

Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli kick off Jays Talk Plus by celebrating the Toronto Blue Jays' historic sweep of the Colorado Rockies. They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home run tie with George Springer, the potential for a power surge, and Kevin Gausman's impressive performance. Brandon Wile (27:33) from The Score joins to talk about Roman Anthony's contract extension, the surging Red Sox, and Bo Bichette's future deal. They also consider how the rotation might shift with Shane Bieber's arrival and take questions from listeners (50:19). Finally, Doug Haller from The Athletic previews Max Scherzer's matchup with Clayton Kershaw, exploring the mindset of both pitchers and the evolving standards for Hall of Fame candidates (1:15:49).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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 20-1 win over the Rockies to wrap up a series sweep in Denver! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the new franchise records for runs and hits in a three-game series - was there anything negative to get to at all? They chat about a big few games for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, the importance of getting every player back on track offensively, and Kevin Gausman allowing just three hits and one earned run over seven innings of work. 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.

Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli kick off Jays Talk Plus celebrating another big win over the Rockies. They discuss Daulton Varsho's two-homer game, Joey Loperfido's exit from last night's game, and Nathan Lukes as a leadoff hitter. Statcast Analyst David Adler (27:02) joins to analyze the struggling Mets and provide an MLB update. Blue Jays Radio Announcer Ben Shulman (50:15) talks about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent performance, Bo Bichette's hot streak, the starting rotation options, and Shane Bieber's acquisition. Finally, Dan Szymborski (1:16:33) from FanGraphs shares insights on the MLB trade deadline and team 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 affiliate.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 win over the Rockies to take the series in Denver! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the new career-high six RBI from Daulton Varsho - with now 10 RBI in these last two games, even without the 'Coors Field Effect', has he found something in his approach to keep? They get into a great night for Nathan Lukes, José Berríos going 5.1 IP allowing four runs, the return of Yariel Rodríguez, and how the team will adjust the lineup when some of the bats begin to return from the IL. 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.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz kick off Jays Talk Plus, celebrating the Toronto Blue Jays' impressive victory over the Colorado Rockies. They spotlight standout performances from Bo Bichette, Daulton Varsho, and Ernie Clement. Pat Malacaro (25:30), voice of the Buffalo Bisons, joins to discuss Shane Bieber's recent start, his potential return, and its impact on the clubhouse. Next, Colorado Rockies Beat Writer Christian Saez (50:25) shares insights on the Rockies and his memories with Jeff Hoffman. The episode concludes with their analysis of the trade deadline moves and speculation on the Blue Jays' strategy with Eric Lauer (1:18:37).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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 15-1 win over the Rockies to open the three-game series in Denver! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offensive explosion - despite the 'Coors Field Effect', how much was this needed for the Jays after some recent offensive struggles? They discuss Daulton Varsho launching a three-run homer, and another great night for Eric Lauer - what more does Lauer have to do to stay in a potential playoff rotation? Plus, they get into Bo Bichette setting a new career-high with six RBI - what could a potential contract extension look like for him? 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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 7-4 loss vs. the Royals as they lose the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and debate the ending of today's game - does this fall on the bullpen, or on the offence not producing enough? They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and his series vs. the Royals, Joey Loperfido getting hot, and Chris Bassitt's six innings of one-run ball. Plus, they get into Shane Bieber's start for the Bisons, as he threw 62 pitches over five innings of work allowing two runs - as his road back to the majors continues, what's next for the former Cy Young winner? 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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 win over the Royals to even this series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the bullpen coming through late, including deadline acquisition Seranthony Domínguez - between Domínguez, Jeff Hoffman, and the other big names, has the bullpen been re-ordered the way the Jays wanted? They discuss Max Scherzer throwing six innings of one run ball - how long does this have to keep up before he is a real playoff option? Plus, they get into the other deadline moves including Shane Bieber and Louis Varland, Alejandro Kirk's impending return, and Bo Bichette tallying three more hits. 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 break down the Blue Jays' 9-3 loss vs. the Royals to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman allowing five earned runs over six innings of work - most of those runs came in the early innings via the long ball, how can the Jays curb the home run issue? They get into the first outing from Louis Varland as a Jay, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hitting an early home run, and Michael Wacha solving the rest of the Jays offence to the tune of eight innings of work. 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 Julia Kreuz recap the additions of Shane Bieber, Ty France and Louis Varland. Sportsnet's Chris Black (27:14) discusses what his deep dive into Shane Bieber revealed. Hannah Keyser (51:25) of The Bandwagon Substack provides her thoughts on the Padres and Mariners going for it. After, Levi Weaver (1:15:15) of The Athletic recaps the trade deadline and looks at the state of the 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy rides solo into the final hour of today's MLB Trade Deadline special. Jonah Birenbaum, senior editor at TheScore, joins the conversation to discuss Toronto's acquisition of Shane Bieber, the best names still on the board, and his favourite deadline moves in Blue Jays history. Anthony Recker (21:38), former big leaguer and current MLB Network analyst, shares what it's like as a player ahead of the trade deadline, the Mets' work to reshape their bullpen, the National League East arms race, and more! Blake wraps today's program reading more of your texts with only four hours to go until the deadline (32:35).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.

Davy Andrews, writer at FanGraphs and member of The Subway Ghosts, joins Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz to help recap the flurry of trades from this morning. He checks in on the Twins' stance in the trade market as the deadline quickly approaches, before sharing what it's like covering today's news and his thoughts on the Blue Jays' moves so far. TheScore's Brandon Wile (14:11) tags in to discuss A.J. Preller's track record of multiple transactions after acquiring Mason Miller and J.P. Sears, the Red Sox' lack of moves, and Shane Bieber's immense upside. Matt Gelb (30:55), Phillies beat writer for The Athletic, stops by to chat about Philadelphia's acquisition of Jhoan Duran, the pieces sent to Minnesota in exchange, and the prospects to watch in the Phils' system. Blake and Julia wrap up with some text-line 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.

In the second hour of Jays Talk Plus, Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Jon Becker to discuss Shane Bieber's trade to the Toronto Blue Jays and the potential for more moves before the 6 PM deadline. They also re-evaluate the Blue Jays' acquisition of Seranthony Domínguez. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (23:24) from Sportsnet joins to explore other trade possibilities for Toronto, focusing on their need for relievers versus position players, and recap the Jays' series finale against the Orioles.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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz kick off Jays Talk Plus with insights on the Blue Jays' recent trade for Shane Bieber. They discuss the associated risks and potential upsides. Jordan Shusterman from Yahoo Sports joins to analyze the trade, potential moves for relievers, and other transactions expected before 6 PM. In the latter half, Shi Davidi (28:08) adds his perspective on the trade and the Blue Jays' long-term plans for Bieber.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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-8 win over the Orioles to salvage the series with a win! They take your calls and texts, and get to the bats waking up in the series finale - what is the role for Nathan Lukes going forward, will he stay atop the order? They get into an abbreviated start for José Berríos, Yariel Rodríguez struggling mid-game, and the bullpen wrapping up the game to close things out. Plus, they continue to discuss trade ideas with the deadline looming. 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 Julia Kreuz recap a wild Tuesday including two losses, Chad Green getting DFA'd, Seranthony Dominguez's crazy day and what he adds to the Blue Jays. MLB InsiderJim Bowden (30:05) discusses the addition of Dominguez, the starter and reliever pitching market and how active he's expecting the deadline to be. Craig Goldstein (50:00) of Baseball Prospectus gives his thought on Dominguez's playoff track record and what moves the Los Angeles Dodgers might make. Lastly, Blake and Julia take your texts (1:19:30) on players who could become Blue Jays before 6pm on Thursday and how concerning the 4-game losing streak is.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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.