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

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    Field Access: Edwin Encarnación, José Bautista, Adam Macko

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 21:40


    On the latest edition of Jays Talk: Field Access, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman chats with a pair of Blue Jays alumni: Edwin Encarnación (2:02) down on the field, while José Bautista (5:58) stops by the radio booth to join Ben and Chris Leroux during a game. Plus, Ben chats with reliever Adam Macko (14:02) in the dugout about his MLB debut.     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: Davis Schneider Interview + Michael Schur/Joe Posnanski Join the Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 99:39


    Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to discuss Max Scherzer recording his 3500th strikeout, his outing and the looming decision at catcher with Alejandro Kirk returning in the coming days. Afterwards, Buffalo Bisons infielder/outfielder Davis Schneider (29:26) reflects on last season, the atmosphere in the Blue Jays clubhouse and the copious amount of walks he's earned at Triple-A. Michael Schur and Joe Posnanski (50:11), authors of "Big Fan: Two Friends, 82,490 Miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love", discuss the vision behind the book, travels while completing the project, Vladimir Guerrero's struggles, the Boston Red Sox's issues and more. Lastly, Leo Morgenstern (1:21:08) describes why the 2026 season is the year of the left-handed hitter and gives his take on where the Jays stand at midway point of June. 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 Fall vs. Phillies in Series Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 31:34


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-4 loss vs. the Phillies to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the return of Max Scherzer - despite notching the milestone K, what does the future look like for Mad Max, both as a Blue Jay and overall? They get into the offence scuffling against Jesús Luzardo - why does it seem to struggle against pitchers with an inflated ERA? Plus, they look ahead to the conclusion of the homestand, which ends in a showdown with 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: Brandon Valenzuela's Future + Nolan Perry & Shane Greene

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 99:52


    Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Leroux to discuss Tyler Heineman's role with the team, Brandon Valenzuela's future and Adam Macko getting sent down to Triple-A. Mitch Bannon (28:10) of the Athletic breaks down the win vs. the Phillies and if we'll learn who the 2026 Blue Jays truly are in the coming weeks. Former MLB Pitcher and All-Star Shane Greene (50:00) joins to discuss his YouTube channel, playing ball in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, and the advice he gives to younger pitchers. Lastly, Vancouver Canadians pitcher Nolan Perry (1:15:25) breaks down his pitch mixing, playing in Vancouver and the pitchers he likes watching operate. 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.

    Cease Notches 11 Ks in Jays Walk-off Thriller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 23:21


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 walk-off win vs. the Phillies to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the play of Brandon Valenzuela - how does he continue to raise his game going forward? They also discuss Dylan Cease striking out 11 Phillies in his return from the IL - is that one of the most dominant starts of his career? Plus, they get into the big plays of the game, including Jesús Sánchez with a solo shot off Zack Wheeler, the baserunning in the ninth, and Jeff Hoffman looking good in relief.   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: When Will Vladdy "Figure it out" + Blue Jays Prospect Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 99:44


    Blake Murphy is joined by David Singh to break down the Blue Jays' loss to the Phillies, George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.‘s struggles, and whose slump is more concerning, while also remembering Roy Halladay. Later, Matt Gelb (29:54) discusses the Phillies' win and Cristopher Sánchez's dominant season. Later, Geoff Pontes (49:55) shares insights from his latest Blue Jays prospect report. Finally, Blake wraps up the show with Paul Hembekides (1:15:45) to weigh in on Vladdy's prolonged slump and the latest storylines from around MLB.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

    Clement Goes Yard Again, Jays Drop Series Opener vs. Phillies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 28:45


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 loss vs. the Phillies to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to the top of the order continuing to struggle, as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer combine to go 0-for-8 with five strikeouts - should they continue to hit at/near the top of the order? Is the issue with Vladdy Jr. solely mental right now? Plus, they get into Ernie Clement smashing a solo home run to further his All-Star candidacy, and discuss the season debut of Simeon Woods Richardson.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: Blue Jays' Controversial Series Win & Phillies Check-In + John Axford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 99:41


    Blake Murphy kicks off Jays Talk+ with former Blue Jays reliever John Axford to discuss the Blue Jays' series win over the weekend, Gunnar Henderson's controversial tag attempt, Brandon Valenzuela's future when Alejandro Kirk returns, Jeff Hoffman's recent struggles, and whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can turn things around (30:40). Later, Todd Zolecki (49:49) checks in on the Phillies and Cristopher Sánchez's rise to stardom. Blake wraps up the show with Levi Weaver (1:17:26) to take a trip around MLB. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

    Comeback Kids: Jays Rally for Series Win vs. Orioles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 44:02


    Sho Alli and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 6-4 win vs. the Orioles to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get to the young guys making a difference, as both Brandon Valenzuela and Yohendrick Piñango went yard in a big comeback win - should Valenzuela staying on the big league roster be a done deal at this point when Alejandro Kirk returns? When Addison Barger returns, is the conversation the same for Piñango? Plus, they discuss the late-game usage of the bullpen, whether or not Ernie Clement was on or off the basepaths in the big sixth inning, and get into some imminent returns for the pitching staff, including potentially for Dylan Cease and Max Scherzer over the next few days.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    Clement's Big Day Propels Jays to Win vs. Orioles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 54:48


    Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-4 win vs. the Orioles to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the game's biggest star in Ernie Clement - how important is it to see him bring back his terrific defence alongside some timely hitting? Should he be the Jays position player headed to Philadelphia for the 2026 All-Star Game? They also get into Brandon Valenzuela continuing to look great - could there be a scenario in which he splits the catcher and DH roles with Alejandro Kirk? Plus, they discuss Spencer Miles looking great in a bounce-back outing, Kazuma Okamoto staying hot, and get into the curious case of Jeff Hoffman.   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 Demolished by Orioles in Series Opener

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 30:30


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 13-3 loss vs. the Orioles to open the three-game series in Toronto at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts - what happened with Trey Yesavage in the sixth inning? Was John Schneider culpable for not having someone up in the bullpen sooner, or is that hindsight? They also get into the team not executing the little things well - is that fixable in the short-term, and can they get it together during this homestand?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: Jays Avoid Sweep, Orioles Preview, Kevin Pillar & Pride Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 99:30


    Blake Murphy is joined by Zach Worden of the Bird's Eye View podcast to talk about Chad Dallas' outing, Toronto's approach at the plate and some of the intriguing prospects in the farm system. Following that, MASN's Rob Long (30:31) discusses the Baltimore Orioles heading into their weekend series against the Blue Jays. Blue Jays Central's Kevin Pillar (49:39) breaks down how Toronto got to Chris Sale and what players returning from injury can do for team morale. Lastly, Brock McGillis (1:17:13), LGBTQ+ advocate and speaker, reflects on the importance of Pride Night as the Rogers Centre celebrates it on Friday night for the seventh 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 affiliate.

    Final Sale: Jays Beat Braves to Salvage Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 37:22


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-2 win over the Braves to wrap up the road trip with a win in Atlanta! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence coming through with ten hits, two walks, and three earned runs off Chris Sale - what makes them so good against the upper echelon of MLB pitching? They debate the usage of Louis Varland late in the game - should he simply be the closer no matter what? Plus, they get into another strong game for Nathan Lukes, what they saw from Charles McAdoo, and also discuss the news that Yankees superstar Aaron Judge will be out for a minimum of 4-6 weeks - is the AL East suddenly now wide open again?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: Runners Stranded & DJing At the Rogers Centre

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 99:57


    Blake Murphy discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s decision to challenge a strike in the first inning. Arden Zwelling (10:46) joins from Atlanta to break down the Blue Jays' plan for Simeon Woods Richardson and last night's loss to the Braves. Mike Petriello of MLB.com joins to discuss Davis Schneider's crazy walk rate with the Bisons. Toronto Blue Jays DJ Richie Guzman (49:59) pops by to discuss the playlist he has and how he sets the mood at the Rogers Centre. Lastly, Fangraphs' Meg Rowley (1:16:10) talks Mariners and Louis Varland's 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 affiliate.

    Jays Losing Streak Hits Four in Atlanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 28:17


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Braves to lose the series in Atlanta. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence once again failing to wake up against Grant Holmes and the Braves pitching staff - what more can be done to fix this? Should John Schneider shoulder more of this blame, or is he doing all he can at this point? They get into the outing from Patrick Corbin and the Jays bullpen, discuss the mid-game acquisition of pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for cash considerations, and also chat about Alejandro Kirk smashing a home run for Dunedin - will his coming return fix this offence?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: Gausman Takes Blame, Prospect Report & Kevin Morby

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 99:44


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the loss to the Braves, Kevin Gausman blaming himself and Toronto's continued struggles at the plate. Afterwards, Derek VanRiper (29:36) of the Athletic chats about projecting upside in fantasy baseball and Jacob Misorowski. Following that, Doug Fox (49:58) of the “Future Blue Jays Newsletter” joins to discuss the progress of Charles McAdoo, Johnny King, Nolan Perry and other top prospects in Toronto's system. Lastly, Musician Kevin Morby (1:17:10), who's in Toronto on a stop during his World Tour, chats about his baseball fandom, his tour 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.

    Jays Edged by Braves, Lose Third Straight Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 29:50


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Braves to open the three-game series in Atlanta. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence continuing to have huge variances - what went into some of the late swing decisions against Bryce Elder and the Braves bullpen? They get into Kevin Gausman allowing four earned runs over six innings while also striking out eight - could he have been a little sharper? Plus, with the team on a three-game losing streak, is there still room for the team to get back in it with the rest of the AL looking much the same?   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: Braves Preview, Varsho's Swing Changes & Jon Morosi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 99:44


    Blake Murphy is joined by Davy Andrews of Fangraphs to talk Blue Jays, Daulton Varsho and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Eric Smith (27:51) pop by to analyze the decision to use Jeff Hoffman in the 9th on Saturday and the week ahead for Toronto. Jon Morosi (51:09) of MLB Network joins to talk Jacob deGrom's legacy, where Toronto stands in the AL East and more. Lastly, Jesus Cano (1:16:06) of the Athletic joins to talk everything about the NL East leading Braves including their dominant pitching staff and Ronald Acuna Jr. 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: Injured Pitching Rotation, Jeff Francoeur & Nolan Ryan Bio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 99:36


    Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to recap the 4-game series vs. the Orioles including Jeff Hoffman's 9th inning on Saturday, Jesus Sanchez's freak injury and the Blue Jays banged up starting pitching rotation. Afterwards, Braves analyst Jeff Francoeur (31:07) talks Toronto's bats and previews Atlanta heading into their 3-game set vs. the Blue Jays. Bryce Whitlow (49:49), Hall of Pretty Good creator, discusses the vision behind the social account and the success he's had building it up on Instagram. Lastly, Tim Brown (1:15:22), author of “Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original,” reflects on the vision behind the book, his favourite chapters, and Nolan Ryan's legacy. 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.

    Field Access: Myles Straw, Trey Yesavage, Tommy Nance, Spencer Horwitz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 35:54


    On the latest edition of Jays Talk: Field Access, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman chats with outfielder Myles Straw (1:59), starter Trey Yesavage (8:34), and reliever Tommy Nance (13:21). Afterwards, with the Pirates recently in town, Ben also speaks to former Blue Jays infielder Spencer Horwitz (29:47).   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 Wrap May w/ Series Split in Baltimore

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 49:30


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 9-5 loss vs. the Orioles to wrap up a series split in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and discuss how the series ended at Camden Yards - despite a split, does the result still feel a little negative given how the team played over the last 48 hours? They get into Jesús Sánchez being hit by a baseball thrown from the right field stands - what happened with the fan out there? They also discuss Spencer Miles allowing six earned runs over 3.0 IP, discuss the few positives from the game, including Yohendrick Piñango blasting a three-run bomb and Adam Macko continuing to look sharp, and also chat about a rehab start for Max Scherzer 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.

    Ninth Inning Nightmare: Late Hoffman Collapse Sinks Jays

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 48:26


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' stunning 6-5 walk-off loss vs. the Orioles in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the biggest story of the game: Jeff Hoffman melting down in the bottom of the ninth, as he allowed six straight batters to reach in the loss. How much can the blame be shared between Hoffman himself, manager John Schneider for not pulling him sooner, or Ross Atkins for the bullpen construction? What is Hoffman's role on the team moving forward? Plus, they discuss Trey Yesavage walking seven batters over 5.0 IP, and get into the offence delivering five runs in the loss, including a four-hit day for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and another big swing for Kazuma Okamoto.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    Jays Get Back to .500 Behind Biggest Comeback of 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 39:21


    Jeff Blair and Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 comeback win over the Orioles to guarantee a series split, and to finally get back to .500 on the season! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the game turning on swings from Kazuma Okamoto, Charles McAdoo, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - was that the biggest swing from Vladdy Jr. in the last month? How impressive was McAdoo's home run coming in his MLB debut? Plus, they discuss the pitching from Adam Macko, Connor Seabold, Mason Fluharty, and Braydon Fisher keeping the team in it, and the plays on both offence and defence from Daulton Varsho - how important is he to the team's success in 2026?   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: More Wins, Labour Talks & Curtis Granderson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 99:53


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Dan Shulman to talk Adam Macko, Patrick Corbin and Toronto's recent play. Former Blue Jay Curtis Granderson (25:25) talks his time with Toronto, wrestling and bouncing back after a World Series appearance. Ben Clemens (49:54) of Fangraphs gives his thoughts on Toronto, the state of hitting in the MLB and labour negotiations. Lastly, NBC's John Fanta (1:24:57) previews the Orioles and 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 affiliate.

    Finding a Way: Jays Beat Orioles to Win Third Straight Game

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 41:02


    Jeff Blair and Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win vs. the Orioles to open the four-game series in Baltimore! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the defence and pitching saving the Jays yet again - how important was Andrés Giménez on both sides of the ball in this one? They discuss the play of the youngsters, including Yohendrick Piñango working a bases-loaded walk and Brandon Valenzuela with a terrific pop-and-throw to get Pete Alonso in the eighth inning - how important have they both been so far? Plus, they discuss the terrific evening from the bullpen, and another great outing from Patrick Corbin - where would the team be without 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.

    JTP: Series Win, Roster Moves & Chris Collabello

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 99:49


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to talk about Spencer Miles, what Jesus Sanchez has offered, Charles McAdoo getting called-up from Triple-A and more. Afterwards, Fangraphs' Jon Becker (30:13) breaks down where CBA negotiations stand. MASN's Melanie Newman (50:27) comes by to discuss Craig Albernaz's coaching performance in his first season with the Orioles, Chris Bassitt on Baltimore as he's set start vs. the Blue Jays tonight and the other starters on the O's. Lastly, Chris Colabello (1:15:13) joins to reflect on Toronto's postseason run the importance of hitting fastballs and Kazuma Okamoto. 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.

    Big Oak, Bullpen Lead Jays to Series Win vs. Marlins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 38:36


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win vs. the Marlins to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the Jays taking care of the basepaths, as Tyler Heineman, Ernie Clement, and Andrés Giménez combined to mow down a number of Marlins runners - was that a result of a concerted effort to clean things up? They also get into Eury Pérez vs. the Jays dugout, the start from Kevin Gausman, Kazuma Okamoto blasting his 11th home run of the year, Nathan Lukes looking great, and the bullpen locking things down late. Plus, we hear post-game availabilities from John Schneider and Kevin Gausman themselves.   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: Bats Come Alive, Spencer Miles Interview & Nick Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 99:48


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne sub in to recap last night's shellacking of the Miami Marlins where the bullpen day prevailed, Jesus Sanchez hit a grand slam and Yohendrick Pinango homered. Sho Alli talks to Spencer Miles (33:37) about his season so far and the guys discuss the success of the bullpen day. Afterwards, Jomboy Media's Chris Rose (49:47) pops in to talk about the state of the American League. Lastly, Nick Wilson (1:15:42) of the Indianapolis Clowns on the Savannah Banana's World Tour joins to discuss the legacy of the Clowns and the importance of connecting with fans in Banana Ball. 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.

    Sweet Jesús: Jays Smash Marlins to Even Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 22:27


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-1 win vs. the Marlins to even the series at two games apiece! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence, which blasted three home runs all off Marlins starter Sandy Alcántara! They discuss all three bombs, including Ernie Clement smashing another ball above the strike zone, Yohendrick Piñango making up for some errors the night before, and Jesús Sánchez going yard off his former teammate for his first career grand slam. Plus, they get into the bullpen day, including another great outing for Spencer Miles - what could a future for him look like?   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: Tough Errors & Jays Prospect Sean Keys

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 100:06


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Shulman to discuss Yohendrick Pinango's errors in the outfield, Trey Yesavage's start and Nathan Lukes' return. New Hampshire Fisher Cats Infielder Sean Keys (29:00) chats with Blake about his season so far, hitting discipline, and his next steps. Fangraphs' David Laurila (52:02) discuses Nathan Lukes and talking hitting with Bryce Harper. Lastly, Fangraphs' Michael Baumann (1:14:06) talks Sandy Alcantara, Xavier Edwards and Liam Hicks ahead of Miami's second game of the series against 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.

    Jays Thumped by Marlins in Series Opener

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 36:33


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-2 loss vs. the Marlins to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the messy baseball on display at the Rogers Centre - have opinions changed on Yohendrick Piñango after a few misplays in the field? They also discuss the lack of offence on the Jays part, the outing from Trey Yesavage, the usage of the bullpen, and also get into Tanner Andrews making his major league debut after a number of years in the minors.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: Vladdy Gets Dinged, John Axford In-Studio & Bautista/Encarnacion Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 99:37


    Blake Murphy is joined by John Axford in-studio to discuss the injuries to Dylan Cease and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., etiquette around retribution for hitting star players, Louis Varland in the closer role and more (31:31). Afterwards, 15-Year MLB veteran Jeff Nelson (50:32) joins to talk about the Canadians on the Marlins, Miami's starting pitching, and his own career. Following that, Blake plays his chat with Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion from Friday. Lastly, Jordan Shusterman (1:12:31) of Yahoo Sports breaks down Selection Monday for the NCAA Tournament and the American League Wild Card Picture. 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.

    The Blue Jays & the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 42:37


    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss vs. the Pirates to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the moments that saw both Dylan Cease and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. depart the game in the top and bottom of the fifth inning respectively. What's the prognosis on their injuries, and what could the fallout be for each should they be forced to miss time? They get into the Jays offence that went 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position, discuss the usage of the bullpen, and chat about a USA Today report about the availability of Tarik Skubal 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.

    It's Corbin' Time: Jays Thump Pirates to Win Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 45:27


    Sho Alli and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 win vs. the Pirates to secure a series win in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Patrick Corbin, who notched seven strikeouts and allowed only one run over six innings of work - how did he outduel Paul Skenes, and was that his best outing as a Blue Jay? They get into the offence, including Jesús Sánchez knocking home an RBI double off Skenes, George Springer and Tyler Heineman both blasting no-doubt home runs, and Yohendrick Piñango continuing to impress. Plus, they discuss the bullpen, which had both a shaky outing from Yariel Rodríguez and a dominant one from Jeff Hoffman.   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, Jays Erupt Late to Plunder Pirates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 42:25


    Sho Alli and Jeff Blair break down the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Pirates to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Yohendrick Piñango continuing to look great - after smashing another two-run double to give the Jays an early lead, what does his spot look like when more players get healthy? They get into Kevin Gausman allowing just one earned run over 6.2 IP, Brandon Valenzuela continuing to look great both behind and at the plate, the team erupting for some late insurance runs, and Louis Varland slamming the door for a two-inning save - despite the aggressive bullpen management, how important was it to lock down the win tonight?   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: Bullpen Day Works, State of Pirates & Cricket Day At The Park

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 99:40


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's David Singh to talk Spencer Miles, Adam Macko and Toronto winning the final 2 games of their 4-game set vs. New York. Former MLB pitcher Matt Clement (32:02) joins to preview Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, Konnor Griffin and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bobby Wagner (49:56) of Tipping Pitches pops by to discuss Bo Bichette and the New York Mets, as well as CBA negotiations, with the current deal set to expire in December. Lastly, Vivek Jacob (1:19:42) of Yahoo Canada joins to talk Blue Jays and cricket culture in Canada. 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.

    Going the Extra Mile(s): Jays Bullpen Shuts Down Yankees

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 35:07


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-0 win over the Yankees to ensure a series split in New York! They take your calls and texts, and discuss a sterling effort from the Jays bullpen, as they struck out 14 batters over the game. They chat about Spencer Miles, who struck out six over 4.1 IP - what does his potential look like given what he's shown so far? Plus, they get into Jeff Hoffman getting the save opportunity with some relievers down, and chat about the offence continuing to scuffle despite the win - could there be a trade out there that could help 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: Berrios News, Yesavage Shoves in NY & Jon Morosi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 99:38


    Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to break down the win against the Yankees and Jose Berrios undergoing Tommy John surgery. RJ Schreck (29:56) of the Buffalo Bisons describes the keys to making it to the Majors and his swing decision-making process. Following that, Jon Morosi (52:00) of MLB Network discusses why he thinks Trey Yesavage is poised for greatness and the Mariners' starting-rotation conundrum. Also, Bryan Hoch (1:20:24) of MLB.com chimes in on the Blue Jays-Yankees series, the potential of a brewing rivalry, Carlos Rodon's start tonight 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.

    Jays Edge Yankees in Trey-mendous Pitcher's Duel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 24:26


    Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Yankees in New York! He takes your texts, and gets right to Trey Yesavage, who struck out eight over six innings of work as he outduels Cam Schlittler - after his best start of the year, what's next for the young starter? He also discusses the performance of the bullpen to lock down the game, and gets into the offence scratching across two runs, both off Schlittler - was the Andrés Giménez 11-pitch AB in the seventh inning the biggest 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: Another L in the Bronx + Joe Siddall & Erik Kratz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 99:41


    Blake Murphy is joined by Joe Siddall to discuss the 9th inning in Toronto's 5-4 loss to the Yankees, Dylan Cease's odd walk issues and more. Afterwards, Michael Clair (29:31) joins to discuss his new book and Adam Macko's outings with Toronto. Following that, Erik Kratz (50:57) of Foul Territory pops by to talk Blue Jays and bounce around key storylines in the MLB. Lastly, Blake takes your texts on the injuries plaguing the Jays, Vladdy in the two-spot and more (1:23:18). 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 Fall One Run Short in Second Straight Loss vs. Yankees

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 25:19


    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Yankees in New York. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence unable to scratch across the game-tying runs late for the second straight game - why is the team seemingly unable to do the little things right the way they did in 2025? Plus, they discuss the late-game at-bats from George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the outing from Dylan Cease, and the usage of the bullpen.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    JTP: The Number Behind Toronto's Quiet Bats & Ron Darling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 99:40


    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Chris Black to discuss George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s at-bats vs. David Bednar and the loss to the Yankees. They also break down why Toronto's chase rate has skyrocketed and Dylan Cease's lethal two-pitch combo (35:03). Afterwards, Brian Page (51:12) of Rapsodo discusses how they help players analyze data and their roles in injury prevention in baseball. Lastly, Ron Darling (1:15:12) of TBS talks about Vladdy's struggles, Dylan Cease's evolution as a pitcher, the Mets and his appearance on “Mr.3000.” 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.

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