Jays From Home

Matt & Steve announce that this will be Jays From Home's final episode! They look back at the Blue Jays ups & downs over the 3 years and look forward to the uncertain future that is the off-season.  Plus: The Telltale Dimmer Switch That time Roosevelt vacationed in Northern Ontario - TimminsToday.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

NEW EPISODE: Matt talks about Joey Votto's retirement, Bowden Francis' near no-hitter and Will Wagner's hot start. Later, Matt interviews Ty Roberts about his new movie “You Gotta Believe”. Plus: Always follow the instructions… Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Matt & Steve discuss who the Blue Jays should try to knock out of playoff contention, Vlad's monster hitting streak, the possibility of Votto playing against Cincinnati, and the Players Weekend hats. Plus: outstanding food and beverages and the wastefulness of coffee grinds. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Matt & Steve return from the All-Star break to talk about the season to forget, but it turns out there's actually a lot to talk about! They start with feeling old looking at the 2024 Hall of Fame class, talk about the possibility that the Jays are looking to get below the CBT, a little bit about the All-Star game, the upcoming trade deadline, and more bad injury luck. Steve disliked the Apple TV broadcast this past Friday but is bullish on the Springer-Horwitz-Vlad trio, while Matt is happy Swanson is back in the lineup. A quick look at the MLB draft and a look ahead at the 2025 schedule. Plus - would you try the Royals' "Taste of the K Taco"? Don't forget to change your passwords! Music: Editors - An End Has A Start Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Matt and Steve are back together again to talk about an up-and-down couple of weeks for the Blue Jays. Topics of discussion include Daulton Varsho's pair of amazing catches in Seattle, Jose Cuas' dubious record-setting outing, the rash of injuries affecting the roster, and Vlad starting at 1B for the All-Star game, and comments about his durability. Plus - is Springer springing back? And, are you interested in Roto-Rooter Toilet Row in Lake County? Music: Soul Kitchen - The Doors Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Today Matt skips the depressing Blue Jays talk and interviews a couple of authors. First, he talks to David Bockino, author of Game On: How Sports Media Grew Up, Sold Out, and Got Personal with Billions of Fans about the evolution of sports broadcasting over the last 100 years.  Later in the show, Matt chats with Keith O'Brien about his book Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. They delve into the Greek tragedy that is Pete's life and how are currently reliving his mistakes in the wake of all the recent gambling scandals. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Matt rejoins the podcast to talk with Steve about the last two weeks of Blue Jays baseball, which saw Erik Swanson optioned, Cavan Biggio designated for assignment, Vlad play at 3B, Spencer Horwitz called up from AAA, and Lisa Loeb sending a heartfelt thank you to Yusei Kikuchi. Plus, the Jays played some games? Matt & Steve talk about Manoah's season-ending surgery, Gausman's first complete game shutout, and discuss the possibility of the Jays' competitive window closing and possible apathy sinking in. Plus in personal outcomes, slime, lunchables, back pain and hotmail. Make sure to listen to Matt's bonus interview with Andy McCullough as he talks about his book The Last of His Kind: Clayton Kershaw and the Burden of Greatness. Music: KT Tunstall - False Alarm (Eye to the Telescope, 2004) Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Matt interviews Andy McCullough about his new book The Last of His Kind: Clayton Kershaw and the Burden of Greatness. They talk about Kershaw's legacy, criticism of his performance in the playoffs his belief in himself and how his family life has influenced his life on and off the field. https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/andy-mccullough/the-last-of-his-kind/9780306832598/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social

Steve hosts the show solo today to talk about the last two weeks of Blue Jays baseball. It's been pretty rocky despite the Jays offence showing signs of life. Steve talks about Schneider's repetitive remarks, hopes for a resurgence from Justin Turner, and praises Bo Bichette. Plus some news of a possible City Connect hat leak. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve celebrate Mother's Day by talking about the Blue Jays! Wait, that doesn't sound right... Is it still early in the season? Matt & Steve talk about bullpen depth, the team meeting in Washington, the early-season crossroads, Swanson's troubles, pitcher trades and signings, and looking ahead at the next 2 weeks. Plus an update on the Ottawa Titans who started their season with a loss on Friday, and Matt has some Radiohead-themed personal outcomes. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve are back to cover off another two weeks of Blue Jays baseball. Everything started out great, until they got to Kansas City. The brothers discuss the poor offense, the return of Danny Jansen, injury and trade updates including an update on Alek Manoah, and the "Green Glove" award. Around the league, the Rockies are under FAA investigation because of a video posted (and later deleted) showing a coach unaccompanied in the cockpit; New York Mets' City Connect jerseys; the return of the Player's Weekend; and who invented the high five? Plus: Matt strikes out with packing tape. Last week's interview: Eric Vickrey: Season of Shattered Dreams Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt interviews author Eric Vickrey about his new book Season of Shattered Dreams: Postwar Baseball, the Spokane Indians, and a Tragic Bus Crash That Changed Everything. They talk about the bus crash and how that small band of (baseball) brothers touched the lives of some of the greatest players in MLB history. Season of Shattered Dreams: Postwar Baseball, the Spokane Indians, and a Tragic Bus Crash That Changed Everything - 9781538190722 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve return to talk about the Blue Jays final road games as well as the start of their home stand at the newly-renovated Rogers Centre. It was a bit of a rough go over the last fortnight, coming into Sunday's action below .500. Luckily, the AL East is mostly in the same boat behind the Yankees. Both Matt & Steve aren't happy with the offence, with Steve focusing especially on George Springer; Matt talks about how un-Gausman-like Gausman has been so far this season; and some rehab updates about Jansen, Romano, and Swanson, as well as some notes on Alek Manoah's progress back to the majors. A quick update on the Shohei Ohtani gambling controversy, Oakland moving to Sacramento for three years, and a discussion on an increase in pitchers suffering from season-ending arm injuries. Plus: did Taylor Swift's camp have input into the Rogers Centre Reno's? In personal outcomes, Matt talks about his moving woes and Steve is paralyzed by the paradox of choice. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve reconvene to talk about the opening weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays (and MLB in general). They talk about the Jays decisive first win of the season (and 5th straight opening day win), Vlad's new spot in the lineup, the Cabrera shoving incident, and other Jays-related stuff. Plus a quick note on Shohei Ohtani's recent statement, Brandon Belt's lack of offers, and some crazy new ballpark food offerings from Seattle and Chicago. Plus: Is "WiFi PTSD" a real thing? Related links: Matt's discussion with Phil Selig about Yariel Rodríguez Matt and Steve's 2024 MLB Season Preview from last week Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

It's our annual MLB Season Preview! Matt and Steve break down their predictions for the 2024 season. Plus, quick discussion on the Shohei Ohtani scandal, and some brief Jays news and notes. Also - the Giants made probably the best offseason move of the entire MLB. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt & Steve are back to talk about recent Blue Jays news including the signing of Joey Votto to a minor league deal, the re-branding of Tim Mayza, the return of "fun" to the Jays, and injury news. They also talk about recent MLB signings and news, and the upcoming Netflix Expos documentary. Plus: kids are not very good at improv. Don't forget to listen to Matt's interview with Tim Newby released this past Wednesday! Music: "When" by The Wookies (note from Steve: No idea where this came from, but it was in my Apple Music library) Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt interviews author and journalist Tim Newby about his upcoming book The Life and Times of Forgotten Baseball Legend Pete Browning: The Original Louisville Slugger. They talk about Pete's mastoiditis and how it was the root cause of his alcoholism, his basement full of baseball bats and his case for induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Later Matt & Tim do a mini preview of the upcoming Baltimore Orioles season and chat about the similarities between jambands and baseball. https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900851/the-original-louisville-slugger Music: Box Scores - The Baseball Project Whiskey Before Breakfast - Leftover Salmon Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

It's been a few weeks so it's time for a marathon episode! Matt and Steve cover many different pieces of news, including the signing of Justin Turner, Vlad's arb case, former Blue Jays signing with other teams, upcoming City Connect jerseys, a possible All-Star Game in Toronto, and Spring Training beards! And hats. Matt is embracing the Blue Jays' new team identity and both Matt and Steve are enjoying the players reporting in to Spring Training. They also discuss Rob Manfred announcing his planned retirement and the possibility of MLB players participating in the 2028 Olympic games in Los Angeles. Plus: non-alcoholic beer, walking in Toronto, and jam sessions! Music: Electric Dojo - Chill Hill Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

The Blue Jays made a bit of noise in the last couple of weeks, signing 26-year-old right-hander Yariel Rodríguez, as well as picking up catcher Brian Serven off waivers from the Cubs. Matt & Steve also mention the two Blue Jays players on Baseball America's Top 100 Prospects list, controversy surrounding age falsification of players from the Dominican Republic, and discuss this year's Hall of Fame ballot results. Plus, Matt interviewed Phil Selig (https://www.cubadugout.com/) to find out what to expect from Rodríguez with the Blue Jays. The Athletic: Age fraud on the rise in Dominican Republic, sowing chaos for MLB teams, young players Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve return from the Christmas and New Year's break to talk about the latest MLB news. For the Jays that's some new coach appointments, re-signing Kevin Kiermeyer, and avoiding arbitration for all players - except for Vlad. Lots of signings around the league happened too. In their personal outcomes, Matt talks about music nights, missing marker lids and speeding tickets (three unrelated things), and Steve talks a bit about his 2024 goals. Music: Brad Sucks - Out of It Matt's music suggestions: Lizzo: Cuz I Love You Fruit Bats: A River Running Through Your Heart Fruit Bats: Siamese Dream Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve come together for one last episode for 2023 to talk about - primarily - Shohei Ohtani and the LA Dodgers. But they also covered other news around the league, the Blue Jays' "Plan C" after Ohtani and Soto, the Expos 1994 reunion, the Top Prospects Spring Breakout in March 2024, and then talk about end of year lists, gift wrapping, and artistic process. Plus, Matt has a beef with the French translation for "eggnog". Music: Elvis Presley - Blue Christmas What if...Tom Brady played baseball? Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve regroup from a month away from recording to talk about the Ohtani sweepstakes, including the follow-up prize of Juan Soto and how the Blue Jays are involved in both talks. Plus, some player awards from the BBWAA, free agent signings, and an extended version of Sens From Home. Also, apparently it's eggnog season? Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

In light of Gibby's recent hiring as Bench Coach of the New York Mets, we decided to repost our interview from the beginning of the season. Originally recorded in April 20th, Matt & John Gibbons chatted about snowy owls in Ottawa, buffalo mentality, how John Schneider's career path mirrors Gibby's and Jose Bautista being added to the Level of Excellence. https://ecwpress.com/products/gibby-tales-of-a-baseball-lifer Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve return to talk about the Texas Rangers and the 2023 World Series, which concluded at a very brisk pace. They also spend some time talking about player awards, changes in front office and managerial seats, and the players that won't be coming back to their 2023 clubs. Also in Sens From Home, Pierre Dorion resigns and Shane Pinto is suspended 41 games. Send your resume to the Toronto Blue Jays - they're hiring! https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/team/job-postings Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve return to talk about the ALCS and NLCS, discussing the bench clearing brawl that resulted in the suspension of Bryan Abreu. Also some notes on the Arizona/Phillies series, Contemporary Baseball Era Committee Nominees Class of 2024, AL Gold Glove finalists, and some discussions about front office vacancies. Matt also wonders which athlete in North America has had a similar cultural impact as David Beckham has had in the UK. Plus: Steve has a problem with squirrels. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Today, Matt & Steve perform a painful postseason autopsy on the Blue Jays. although their pitching was strong, they dissect the lack of offence, the premature Berrios-otomy and a bad case of Royce Lewis-itis. Also: Thanksgiving is a baseball holiday! Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

162 games are complete and the Blue Jays now have their Wild Card round matchup: the Minnesota Twins. Matt and Steve talk about the somewhat lacklustre week of baseball that saw the Jays lose two series vs. the Yankees and Rays, look ahead at the overall playoff picture, and Matt tries to argue for the logistics of an alligator as an emotional support animal. Music: See You Later Alligator - Bobby Charles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0VQ0OyX_Fk Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Steve is alone today to tackle what was overall a winning week! Although the jury was still out on Saturday's game at the time of recording. Steve talks about Biggio's confidence in his abilities, wonders about the Wild Card race, and had a very productive weekend. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve discuss a roller coaster week that saw the Texas Rangers sweep the Jays in four games, bringing the Jays and their fans to an all-time low this season. But then...victories against the Red Sox! Matt lays out his case against Ross Atkins, and Steve laments Kirk's baserunning. Plus: It's Steve's 1 year wedding anniversary! Music in this episode: Shakin' Off the Rust by The Blue Stones https://thebluestones.bandcamp.com/track/shakin-off-the-rust Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and a softball-weary Steve break down what was a successful week for the Blue Jays, which saw them win the series vs. Oakland (though not a sweep) and then actually sweeping the series vs. Kansas City. Matt provides an update on the B Teams (Cleveland and Seattle) and isn't sure about splash pads. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysfromhome.bsky.social Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

On today's show, Matt tells A Tale of Two Schneiders, examines Danny Jansen's baseball magnetism and untangles the Angels waiver wire moves. Also: The importance of Pride and navigating Walmart during peak Back to School shopping season. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve are back together again and discuss a mostly underwhelming week of Blue Jays baseball. There are some positives though - Davis Schneider, Brandon Belt, Yusei Kikuchi, but also the confusing Alek Manoah situation. Some quick news around the league and a check-in with the B Teams & Ottawa Titans round out the show. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Today, Matt keeps a close eye on the Seattle Mariners, Dave Hudgens posts some unfortunate pregame tweets, Alek Manoah is stuck in the quad-A netherworld and Canada can't connect in the Little League World Series.  Later Matt interviews Phil Selig (aka @ CubaDugout) about his experience at the Cuba World Series, they also discuss the state of Cuban baseball and finish off by declaring the Yankees as hopeless this year. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Today Matt looks back on the Jose Bautista era and talks about how the Blue Jays impacted his life during some tough times. He also recaps the games this week, has some mixed feelings about the Orioles and keeps a close eye on the Seattle Mariners. Also: Sneaking off to the waterpark without the kids… Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Despite a tough pseudo-sweep at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles, the Blue Jays salvaged the week with a series sweep against the Boston Red Sox. Steve hosts the podcast solo this week while Matt is away with his family at the water park so it's a short one. Quick mention to newly-anointed season saviour Davis Schneider, and honourable mentions to Brandon Belt and Dalton Varsho. Davis Schneider is an old soul: https://twitter.com/DownToBlack/status/1687458542783967232?s=20 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Today, Matt recaps back to back series wins for the Blue Jays, worries about Jordan Romano's stint on the IL and give Jay Jackson some well deserved praise for successfully juggling his duties in the bullpen and as a Dad. Later Matt looks at the flurry of trades so far this week.  Also: Give drugs a try… Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt & Steve return from their All-Star break (is there such a thing as an "All-Star Podcast"?) to discuss the Blue Jays play since the MLB all-star break. Unfortunately, after a series sweep against Arizona, the Jays lost subsequent series vs San Diego at home, and on the road in Seattle. Matt brings up the prospect of trade season, has a couple of TV show recommendations, and talks about how much he enjoys Shark Week. Break music: Imagine Dragons - Sharks Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt & Steve recap an expectedly good week for the Blue Jays heading into the All-Star Break and Alek Manoah's successful return to the starting rotation. Later on Matt interviews Russell Carleton about his new book The New Ballgame: The Not-So-Hidden Forces Shaping Modern Baseball.  Also: Bowling shoes are a scam… The New Ballgame: The Not-So-Hidden Forces Shaping Modern Baseball by Russell A. Carleton | Goodreads Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

The Blue Jays won their series vs San Fransisco but despite the good vibes starting the Canada Day game with a pre-game Citizenship ceremony the Jays lost the series against Boston with a shut-out and then a one-run loss (and later, another one run loss on Sunday). Matt & Steve talk about the All-Star game player selection and the weird jerseys, and Steve recaps his experience at the Ottawa Titans 8-1 victory over Quebec Friday night. Matt would not have had a very good time that night, given his own recent experience with lineups. Music: The Yips by The Baseball Project Matt's music suggestions: The Baseball Project - "Grand Salami Time" Chuck D - "We Wreck Stadiums" Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt is away camping so Steve tackles the podcast solo this week for what was overall a great week for the Blue Jays. It started off terribly with an 11-0 loss to the Marlins but ended with two home runs at home for Vlad. The two home runs came shortly after a fellow fan wrote about the four phases players tend to go through. Steve also talks about Pittsburgh's new City Connect jerseys. Plus: Ottawa Titans' Jamey Smart opening up about his mental health struggles. Give Vlad some slack (Reddit) Jamey Smart Prioritizing Mental Health in Titans Stint Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

To celebrate the 100th episode of Jays From Home, Matt & Steve recap another tough week for the Blue Jays. They also highlight Spencer Horowitz's MLB debut, the bullpen's strong performance despite the mounting losses and discuss Rob Manfred's latest comments.  Also: Matt got elective surgery for Father's Day.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

While Steve is off attending a couple Blue Jays games this weekend, Matt welcomes guest Connor Newcomb to talk some Orioles baseball leading into their series next week. Matt also doubles down on how disappointingly the Blue Jays handled the Anthony Bass situation as well as crediting Jays fans with standing up for the LGBTQ2S+ community.  Plus: Cue the training montage music for Alek Manoah's triumphant return.  Locked On Orioles Podcast: https://linktr.ee/lockedonorioles Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt returns from his HALF marathon to talk about a much brighter week for the Blue Jays, who went on to win their third straight series leading into today's podcast. Matt's strikeout is everyone's strikeout: Anthony Bass. But happily the rest of the team's play overshadows that dark cloud and Bo Bichette was named to MLB's Team of the Month. Later, Matt reaches his goal of solving Worlde on his first guess. Break music: The Halluci Nation, Rob Ruha - Takarita (One More Saturday Night) Daulton Varsho's 2-run Home Run [Ottawa Titans first franchise triple play](https://twitter.com/ottawa_titans/status/1663982552556683282?s=20 Liam Hendricks returns from cancer diagnosis Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Steve hosts the baseball portion of the podcast solo as Matt ran the Ottawa Race Weekend marathon, so notes are short. Steve laments the Jays' poor baserunning, is unsure about Jordan Romano, and is bullish on Bo Bichette's hitting prowess. Then, Matt welcomes author Paul Semendinger back to the show. Leading up to Matt's half-marathon on Sunday, they talk about all things running and how it relates to baseball. They also talk some Yankees baseball later on.  Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx Break Music: Bruce Springsteen, Born to Run. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve discuss a not-so-positive week that included Aaron Judge's shifty eyes, Schneider's forgetfulness, and another pitching gem from Chris Bassitt. Leo eats the food inside the breading this week and Steve has a much better softball week. Break Music: The Zutons - Pressure Point Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve break down what was a short week, seeing the Blue Jays lose both games in Philly against the Phillies, and win the first two games (and the series) vs the Atlanta Braves in their return to Toronto. Matt calls the Friday night win the best game of the year, and Steve makes some progress with his puzzle. Plus: Matt mourns some vegetables. Break music: Matt Mays - "The Dartmouth Soundsystem" (album: When The Angels Make Contact) Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve talk about a disastrous 4-game series (or did Thursday really happen?) vs the Boston Red Sox and the first two games vs the Pirates. Matt reads out the Blue Wahoos game notes written in the meter of Gordon Lightfoot's "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald"; and Matt continues to deal with rambunctious children. Break Song: "Early Morning Rain" by Gordon Lightfoot. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Matt and Steve talk about the really great week the Blue Jays had - 6 straight wins! Some talk about Gausman's great pitching...and, well all of the starters pitching great. Steve mentions Manoah & Springer's struggles and Matt has a kite return to him... Break song: Herr Jazz - Hey Merlin, Thanks for the Free Coffee! ("Friends Are Relatives" MASA Records 10 Year Anniversary Compilation) Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@JaysFromHome Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com

Another week in the books with mixed results for the Blue Jays - the starting pitching staff did well, but the bullpen did not. Matt & Steve talk about the second phase of renovations for the Rogers Centre, Springer's continuing struggles at the plate against the Astros, the Athletics buying land in Vegas, and Scherzer's sticky 10-game suspension. Also in this podcast - Matt talked to John Gibbons! (36:11) Gibby recently released "Gibby: Tales of a Baseball Lifer" (ECW Press) and spoke with Matt about snowy owls in Ottawa and "buffalo mentality". Gibby: Tales of a Baseball Lifer - ECW Press @JaysFromHome - Twitter || Mastodon Matt's Substack Newsletter - Matt Gower's Brain on Baseball

Matt & Steve recap another winning week for the Blue Jays, highlighting the individual success of José Berríos and his strong outing, helping to snap the Rays 13 game win streak. Later on, they look at a new city entering a MLB expansion bid and review the Ottawa Titans recently released promotion schedule. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaysfromhome Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@jaysfromhome Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com/

On today's show Matt recaps the end of the Blue Jays road trip in Kansas City & LA, worries about Brandon Belt, is impressed by Matt Chapman & Daulton Varsho, takes measure of Yusei Kikuchi's up & down outings and interviews Noah Woodward about all things scouting.  Check out Noah Woosward's Substack: https://theadvancescout.substack.com/ Check out Matt's Substack: https://mattgowersbrainonbaseball.substack.com/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaysFromHome …and Mastodon: https://thecanadian.social/@jaysfromhome