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This week's episode breaks down Dylan Cease's recent dominance, the changes he's made to his arsenal and how they're helping him pitch deeper into games than ever before, exploring where he ranks among the sport's best starters so far this season and the emergence of his Cy Young candidacy, plus injury updates on Alejandro Kirk, Addison Barger, Nathan Lukes, Shane Bieber and much more. Enjoy!

Sportsnet's Blue Jays TV analyst Joe Siddall (0:51) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to break down how Vlad Jr. could work his way out of his hitting slump, where Daulton Varsho's game is at both on the offensive and defensive side this season, Dylan Cease's pitching arsenal, how John Schneider will juggle around the lineup when Addison Barger and Nathan Lukes return, if Yohendrick Piñango is the odd man out, and what has gone wrong for George Springer in his at-bats. Then, former MLB pitcher and MLB Network Analyst Dan Plesac stops by (26:52) to share his experience with role changes out of the bullpen, why he has two New York Yankees starters at the top of his pitching rankings, why WBC could be a strong indication of players' slow starts, if the New York Mets can fix their season, and which players have caught his eye across the league.  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.

Kevin Gausman allowed six earned runs on ten hits in 4.2 innings, and Gunnar Henderson is hitting .205 with no home runs or steals since April 28, making them the two biggest dud stories on today's episode of First Cup Fantasy Baseball with host Corey Pieper. On the Bullpen Report today, Corey covers the Angels closer situation with Kirby Yates back but Ryan Zeferjahn looking like the guy, the Baltimore setup with Rico Garcia in the eighth and A. Nunez picking up saves, and how Bryan Baker and Paul Sewald have been performing. Studs on the day include Ryan Weathers going 6.1 innings with nine strikeouts, Mike Soroka dealing for 6.1 innings, and Ben Rice going 2-for-4 with a homer. On the injury and news front, Nathan Eovaldi was scratched Monday with a tight side, Ryan Helsley is still not cleared to throw with a hoped return by end of May, Addison Barger is back on the IL, and Henry Bolte and AJ Ewing are being called up. Mookie Betts is back from injury, Eric Lauer was DFA'd with Yariel Rodriguez recalled, and Chandler Simpson left his game early. Don't miss the FanDuel Bet of the Day — Marlins -1.5 at +159 with Eury Perez vs. Bailey Ober. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net — rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays and Rays' series, how Tampa Bay has found their strength against Toronto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s inconsistent start of the season, his lack of power with the bats, Addison Barger landing back on the IL and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! They discuss Mitch Marner's impressive performances in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the narrative around his tenure with the Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews' future in Toronto, the Canadiens' series lead against the Sabres and Jakub Dobes leading the way in the crease. They dive into Eric Lauer's future with the Blue Jays, MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s issues, Addison Barger back on the IL and the Rays' dominance.

JD reacts to a loaded sports weekend and starts by expanding on the Blue Jays with Ben Nicholson-Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Jays reporter. JD asks Ben which Jays pitcher could be joining the starting rotation, what the Jays could do next with a struggling Eric Lauer, what the return of Addison Barger was a reminder of, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s continued struggles, what went into the Jays decision to send down Yohendrick Pinango to the minors, who are the most exciting Jays players to currently watch, and how active the Jays front office will be in the trade market. JD then touches on the viewing experience of Anthony Edwards versus Victor Wembanyama.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' weekend series win over the Angels. They discuss Addison Barger's brief return as he is set for an MRI on his elbow, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showing frustration, Trey Yesavage's outing on Saturday, and whether Spencer Miles can be the Jays' fifth starter. Later, host of 'Nothing Personal' and former MLB president David Samson (26:34) stops by to share his thoughts on what's gone wrong for the Mets this season, Vladdy's season so far, how front offices evaluate their teams at the quarter-season mark, and whether the Giants trading Patrick Bailey to the Guardians will spur more trade action around the Majors.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open a new week on The FAN Morning Show with a recap of the Blue Jays' series win over the Los Angeles Angels. They dive into the team's inconsistent offence, Addison Barger's electric return and subsequent absence on Sunday, Eric Lauer's struggles, and Spencer Miles stepping into the rotation. They also debate whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr. needs to provide more power for the lineup to succeed. Later, the guys shift to the NBA Draft Lottery and reflect on the Raptors losing out on the 5th overall pick. The boys wrap up with the golf report and a look at Alex Fitzpatrick's strong play. 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by reacting to comments from John Tortorella about the playoff scrutiny surrounding Mitch Marner. They reflect on his breakout postseason with Vegas, the pressure of playing in Toronto, and what the success of former Leafs like Frederik Andersen says about the organization. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (26:52) joins the show to break down the Blue Jays weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels. They examine the team's offensive outlook, rotation depth, Addison Barger's importance, and whether the weak American League could help Toronto stay afloat despite a slow start. The conversation also returns to Marner's playoff performance and what it means for both him and the Maple Leafs moving forward. 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' strong postseason start, examining what sets this team apart from previous iterations and their competition in the Eastern Conference. They analyze the Sabres-Canadiens series, noting the intense rivalry and fan engagement. The hosts also react to Joel Embiid's comments on his season being a success despite the 76ers being swept by the Knicks, questioning his definition of success. They then cover Victor Wembanyama's ejection and potential suspension. After the break, Jeff Blair (27:30) joins to assess the Blue Jays' performance a quarter into the season, addressing offensive struggles, Vladdy's power issues, and the importance of Addison Barger and Trey Yesavage. Finally, Ben and Brent preview the Jays' upcoming games against the Rays. 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.

On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Shoaib Ali joins the show to break down another rough stretch for the Blue Jays, including Eric Lauer being DFA'd, Yariel Rodriguez getting called up, and the current state of Toronto's rotation. The guys also discuss Addison Barger heading back to the IL after just one game, where the offence is coming from right now, and how the mounting injuries continue to impact the team. (25:18) Patrick Dumas turns the focus back to hockey with some early Conn Smythe Trophy picks from around the Stanley Cup Playoffs! The conversation includes Frederik Andersen, Jesper Wallstedt, and Mitch Marner as leading candidates, plus some darker horse names like Quinn Hughes, Kirill Kaprizov, and Taylor Hall. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.   Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down one of the busiest FAAB periods of the season, covering top prospect promotions, injury fallout, bullpen movement, and emerging waiver-wire options for fantasy managers heading into Week 8.Episode Breakdown & Estimated Timestamps0:00 – Intro, Week 8 FAAB Landscape & Returning PlayersOverview of the current waiver environment, recent promotions, and players returning to fantasy relevance.Players discussed: Ryan Waldschmidt, Alek Thomas, Addison Barger, Kazuma Okamoto, Jesús Sánchez, Alan Roden, Orelvis Martinez, Jhostynxon Garcia9:00 – Injury News & Lineup FalloutFantasy impact of key injuries and corresponding lineup or roster changes.Players discussed: Tyler Glasnow, Roman Anthony, Masataka Yoshida, Trevor Story, Ceddanne Rafaela, Cole Ragans, Carlos Estévez, Stephen Kolek20:00 – Rotation Changes, Prospect Arms & StashesYoung starting pitchers, stash candidates, and speculative rotation additions.Players discussed: Noah Schultz, Bubba Chandler, Robby Snelling, Ben Brown, Bryce Miller, Bailey Ober, Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, Caden Dana31:00 – Power Targets for Week 8Corner infielders and bats capable of adding power production in the upcoming week.Players discussed: Nathaniel Lowe, Ezequiel Duran, Zack Gelof, Taylor Walls42:00 – Speed Targets & Category SpecialistsMiddle infielders and utility options offering stolen-base upside.Players discussed: Jorge Mateo, Jim Jarvis, Isaac Collins, Nasim Nuñez50:00 – Playing Time Trends & Schedule AdvantagesTeams and hitters benefitting from injuries, favorable schedules, or expanded opportunities.Players discussed: Masataka Yoshida, Jorge Mateo, Jim Jarvis, Nathaniel Lowe56:00 – Pitching Streamers, Ratio Arms & Two-Start OptionsRecommended streamers and short-term pitching adds for fantasy managers.Players discussed: Ben Brown, Robby Snelling, Caden Dana, Bryce Miller, Bailey Ober1:03:00 – Bullpen News & Saves SpeculationCloser committees, bullpen movement, and speculative saves targets.Players discussed: Lucas Erceg, Matt Strahm, Daniel Lynch IV, Orion Kerkering, Jhoan Duran1:10:00 – Wild Card Targets & Prospect WatchHigh-upside speculative additions and emerging prospects to monitor.Players discussed: Kevin Alcantara, Michael Conforto, Robby Snelling1:18:00 – FAAB Strategy Discussion & Closing ThoughtsGeneral FAAB strategy discussion, roster churn philosophy, and endgame planning.Players discussed: Payton Tolle, Blake Snell, Robby Snelling Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 14-1 win over the Angels to secure a series victory in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the big day for Brandon Valenzuela, who blasted a three-run bomb amidst his first career four-hit day - what does the future look like for Valenzuela vs. Tyler Heineman when Alejandro Kirk returns later in the season? They also discuss Ernie Clement's five-for-five day, including a home run of his own, Addison Barger's return from the IL, Trey Yesavage surviving four bumpy innings of work, get into Joe Mantiply continuing to look good out of the bullpen, and chat about the legendary Bobby Cox, who passed away earlier Saturday at the age of 84. Plus, trivia for a Yesavage Angry Bird jersey giveaway (36:58)!   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.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss the Blue Jays and Angels' series, the Blue Jays' large injury list, Addison Barger making his return to the lineup, the team aiming to improve, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of power, Alek Manoah back in Toronto.

JD gives his opinion on the heated debate about the Maple Leafs selecting Gavin McKenna with the first overall draft pick. Kevin Barker, from Blair and Barker, analyzes what's wrong with the Blue Jays offence, what they can get from the return from Addison Barger, when the AL standings start to matter, why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is struggling to slug, and how the season could go if he doesn't drastically improve. JD and Producer Armen then discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's tough watch.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider to discuss looming roster decisions once Addison Barger returns, the latest on José Berríos' injury, and Jeff Hoffman settling back in after changing roles. They also get into Dylan Cease's efficiency, Trey Yesavage's pitch mix, Jesús Sánchez's struggles, and whether there's lingering concern around George Springer's injury. Plus, why Toronto's stars need to deliver in big moments and a final round of questions from the Back Leg Line. 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.

Host Brenden Escott breaks down a frustrating and injury-riddled start to the 2026 season for the Toronto Blue Jays, who find themselves sitting at 16-21 and searching for consistency. The conversation brings in Brayden Ewasko and looks at how much injuries have disrupted the club early on, including the significant absence of Alejandro Kirk after his broken/dislocated thumb, the return of Addison Barger and whether it may be time for Davis Schneider to head back to the minors. The episode also examines Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s unusual start to the year. While Vladdy continues to hit for average and lead the team offensively, the power numbers simply haven't been there — prompting discussion about what's behind the drop in home run production and whether it's cause for concern moving forward. Elsewhere, the focus shifts to some of the Blue Jays' biggest storylines: Kazuma Okamoto's adjustment to Major League Baseball, Dylan Cease's first season under his massive new contract and the ongoing bullpen rollercoaster headlined by Jeff Hoffman's electric stuff but continued ninth-inning struggles. There's also appreciation for the emergence of Louis Varland and debate over what the Jays should do to stabilize the bullpen long term. Finally, the show looks ahead to one of the organization's most intriguing young arms, Trey Yesavage, discussing expectations for the prized prospect after a dominant playoff run was followed by a shoulder impingement that delayed the start of his season. Don't forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Friday morning by previewing the Blue Jays' upcoming series against the Los Angeles Angels. They break down the impact of this series amid Toronto's four-game losing streak, the pressure on the roster to turn things around, and Addison Barger's pending return. The guys also discuss the importance of getting stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer going offensively, expectations for Dylan Cease, and take a look at Mike Trout's season and where he stands at this stage of his career. Later, Ben and Brent compare the undefeated playoff runs of the Thunder and Hurricanes. They gauge Carolina's chances to finally break through for a championship and debate is anyone can realistically challenge OKC, before wrapping up with thoughts on Draymond Green's recent comments. 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.

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas, Peter Klein, and Cam Hughes get you up to speed on the latest from around the sports world on another edition of Headlines! The latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the NHL announces the 2025-26 Hart Trophy nominees, Team Canada soccer might be without their captain for the World Cup, and more! (28:08) Zach Worden of Sportsnet and the Birds Eye View podcast joins the show to talk all things Toronto Blue Jays! Zach dives into why the majority of the American League feels down this season, if Mike Trout could ever be pulled out of Anaheim, Addison Barger's eventual return to the lineup, 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

After watching the Blue Jays get swept at Tropicana Field to cap a 2-5 road trip, Ben joins Arden to discuss the team's sputtering offence (05:24), the legitimacy of various reasons for optimism (19:52), and how the roster dominoes will fall upon Addison Barger's return from the injured list (31:49). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Blue Jays are coming off a frustratingly typical series sweep at the hands of the Rays in the dreaded Trop. And with nine games now separating them and the Yankees, plus eight-and-a-half between them and the Rays, we've reached the point where another AL East title may already be untenable. (FanGraphs has their odds down to just 1.5%).But the Jays' best baseball lies ahead. George Springer is already back in the lineup, Addison Barger will return against the Angels on the weekend, there's light at the tunnel for Shane Bieber, and Kazuma Okamoto and Myles Straw have had eye-opening stretches of late.Soon—and it can't come soon enough—we'll be watching a Jays team that looks a whole lot more like the one it was supposed to be. But the bottom of the roster is awfully thin, and some big decisions about who stays, who goes, and who's a flat-out bum.The vibes, in other words, are not so good.** FOR AN AD-FREE VERSION OF THIS—AND EVERY—EPISODE, PLUS WEEKLY BONUS SHOWS, FIND US AT patreon.com/BJHH ** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday's show by breaking down the Blue Jays' sweep at the hands of the Rays. The guys break down the growing concerns about Toronto's slow start, struggling offence, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of power. They also examine whether injuries, Addison Barger, and the rest of the AL's inconsistent play could help Toronto stay afloat, while previewing the importance of the upcoming Yankees series. The conversation then shifts to Patrick Corbin's strong outing and what it could mean for the pitching staff while José Berríos and Shane Bieber recover. Later, the guys react to Bobby Webster's postseason press conference, touching on the Raptors' future flexibility, and RJ Barrett's contract situation. They wrap up with thoughts on Masai Ujiri's new job in Dallas, Matt Boyd's injury mishap, and the potential impact of LIV Golf's decline on the sport. 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' 3-0 shutout loss vs. the Rays as the losing streak hits four in a row. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the lifeless at-bats for most of the game - how do they turn this around? They get into the start for Patrick Corbin, the struggles of Davis Schneider, what Ernie Clement is as a player and where he's best suited to play, and the imminent return of Addison Barger - could that help some of the offensive struggles?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's show breaking down the Blue Jays' 5-1 loss to the Rays including Eric Lauer's issues in the first inning and how Tampa Bay shut down Toronto's bats. Marc Topkin (16:15) of the Tampa Bay Times checks in with his evaluation of the Rays' season so far. The boys ask Marc about Tampa's place in the American League East, Bryan Baker's strong 2026, the recent changes at Tropicana Field, and what Jonathan Aranda brings to the lineup. After the break (29:50), Jeff and Kevin share today's trivia question, before discussing the approach change behind Kazuma Okamoto's power surge and who the odd man out might be once Addison Barger is ready to 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.

The Blue Jays are getting back some big bats in Addison Barger and George Springer, but not everyone can stay with this team... As well, Jose Berrios is making his return soon, but with a condition. Let's discuss the latest Blue Jays news and updates right here on Blue Jays Today!Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG_WmS_YNdmB4vCxu13bSNw/joinGet Blue Jays Today Merch Here: https://nationgear.ca/collections/blue-jays-todayASK US QUESTIONS using the Google Form below & we'll answer them live on the show! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogFollow Us On Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluejaystodaypodcast/ Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickpaleolog/Adam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamjpeddle/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TodayJays Adam's Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamjpeddleNick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickPaleologListen To Our Audio Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SFlBTECwLiOSM414Ufp4z Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/blue-jays-today/id1679057098Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/Z4CCXPWcffSUBMIT TO OUR MAILBAG: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogThanks to our Partners:Sports Interaction - http://www.sportsinteraction.com/BJNReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!#TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #BlueJaysNews #FreeAgents #FreeAgency #FreeAgentRumors #MLBRumors #TradeRumors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Twins to wrap up the four-game series in Minnesota with a series split. They take your calls and texts, and discuss one of the highest leverage moments of the game in Tyler Heineman not being pinch hit for with the bases loaded in the sixth inning - why wasn't he removed in that moment, only to be taken out of the game in the bottom of the sixth for Brandon Valenzuela? Could Valenzuela be overtaking Heineman after all moving forward? They also get into an uneven start for Trey Yesavage, who still only allowed one earned run over four innings of work - how important was it that he battled despite a loss? Plus, they get into a few updates from the minors, including another tough Bisons start for José Berríos, and Addison Barger getting closer to a big league 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.

JD and Ben Nicholson-Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter, talk about if it's fair to criticize Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of home runs despite his impactful season, George Springer and Addison Barger's return to the lineup, making sense of Alejandro Kirk's return timetable, Eric Lauer having the worst Stuff+ among qualified MLB pitchers, and how baseball is viewing expansion before a potential lockout. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' 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.

Blue Jays Manager John Schneider joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker for his weekly chat! Skip shares the latest on José Berríos and Addison Barger as they continue to work back from injury, his takeaways from Trey Yesavage's return to the mound, and what he learned from the team's "State of the Squad" meeting. They also touch on his lineup's lack of home run production, what's changed for Daulton Varsho and Kazuma Okamoto at the plate, the keys to success for Patrick Corbin and Tyler Rogers, and how Jeff Hoffman has handled his role change. John wraps up with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' outlook heading into May with a 14-17 record. Later, Thad Levine (27:45), former Twins GM and co-host of Rosters to Rings, investigates Carlos Mendoza's vote of confidence in New York, the Red Sox clearing house, and the Phillies' struggles through April. They wrap up the week with discussion about a potential lockout in 2027 and what's on the table for both sides. 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.

Blue Jays fans... we've received some good news. The calendar has flipped into May and your Blue Jays are looking to start fresh, and get fully healthy again. And yesterday we received some positive updates on some of your favorite Blue Jays including Alejandro Kirk, Addison Barger, and Jose Berrios, let's discuss and predict the series right here on Blue Jays Today!Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG_WmS_YNdmB4vCxu13bSNw/joinGet Blue Jays Today Merch Here: https://nationgear.ca/collections/blue-jays-todayASK US QUESTIONS using the Google Form below & we'll answer them live on the show! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogFollow Us On Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluejaystodaypodcast/ Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickpaleolog/Adam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamjpeddle/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TodayJays Adam's Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamjpeddleNick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickPaleologListen To Our Audio Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SFlBTECwLiOSM414Ufp4z Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/blue-jays-today/id1679057098Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/Z4CCXPWcffSUBMIT TO OUR MAILBAG: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogThanks to our Partners:Sports Interaction - http://www.sportsinteraction.com/BJNReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!#TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #BlueJaysNews #FreeAgents #FreeAgency #FreeAgentRumors #MLBRumors #TradeRumors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cliff Floyd, former MLB veteran and MLB Network analyst, joins JD to talk about the early pressure on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the effects of not having a consistent clean-up hitter, when you really start to worry about a team's record, Addison Barger's expected leap, and dealing with having a target on your back. The show ends with 'What We Missed!'  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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour with more on last night's Blue Jays loss. They dive into John Schneider's ejection, the team's slow offensive start, early lineup decisions, and concerns about Addison Barger's injury. They then shift to break down the Maple Leafs' general manager search with Sportsnet's Luke Fox (26:43)! They chat about Toronto's use of a third-party firm, Neil Glasberg's role, potential candidate Sunny Mehta, and what the team's future front office structure could look like. This hour wraps with a look at some league-wide hiring timelines and the possibility of Alex Ovechkin playing his final game 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.

It was a nightmare weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays in Chicago's South Side as the White Sox swept the Jays. Alejandro Kirk has a fractured thumb, Addison Barger hurt both of his ankles, Tyler Heineman had two throwing errors, and Brendon Little has been banished to Buffalo. The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming to town for a World Series rematch, so things won't be getting any easier. Good teams find ways to win. Hopefully the Jays are one of those teams!

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker check in with the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of their World Series rematch against the Dodgers after being swept by the Chicago White Sox. They discuss the team's early-season offensive woes, Brendon Little being DFA'd to Triple A, the Jays' plan in Alejandro Kirk's absence, and Addison Barger's underwhelming start. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (27:44) stops by to share his impressions of the Jays through three series, the implications of the Patrick Corbin signing, Kazuma Okamoto's adjustments, and Barger's usage. Finally, Jeff and Kevin share expectations for Max Scherzer in the Jays' opener against the Dodgers. 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' 3-0 loss vs. the White Sox to wrap up a series sweep in Chicago. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence - even if it is still early, are there warning signs as the offence continues to sputter? They get into tough starts for Nathan Lukes and Addison Barger, who left the game due to injury, and also chat about Kazuma Okamoto's up-and-down start to the season - even with a high K rate, what is the level of confidence in Okamoto's game? Plus, they chat about the bullpen - does it still need more velo, and what is there to be made of Joe Mantiply?   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 Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss vs. the White Sox to cap a second straight series loss. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Tyler Heineman's mental errors - what will the playing time for him look like given the call-up of Brandon Valenzuela? They also discuss Brendon Little's meltdown in the sixth - with an option remaining, is it finally time for him to try and solve the issues in the minors? Why was he brought in on back-to-back days? Plus, they discuss the usage of Addison Barger and Nathan Lukes, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hitting his first dinger of the year, and Lazaro Estrada providing the bullpen with four innings of relief 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.

JD asks Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, about Addison Barger's start to the season, why Barker is picking the Blue Jays to win the World Series, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s regular season ceiling, Brendon Little's falling standing in the pecking order, how the Jays may manage their injured starting rotation, and early thoughts on ABS. The show ends with 'What We Missed!'  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.  

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off today's show with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss in the rubber match against the Rockies. The boys highlight some positives from the homestand including Kevin Gausman's strong start and Tyler Rogers' usage and reliability. They also address some early lineup struggles including Addison Barger's slow start and injury concerns in the rotations. After the break, they shift to the Raptors' loss to the Kings and discuss how it will impact Toronto's place in the East. Ben and Brent chat about the potential of falling into the play-in and RJ Barrett's comments on effort, before closing with a look at the Hart Trophy race and Macklin Celebrini's case. 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday morning by sharing their thoughts on the Maple Leafs' decision to fire GM Brad Treliving. They reflect on his tenure with the team, the timing of the move, the urgency to hire a replacement ahead of the draft and free agency, and what may have defined his time in Toronto. They also consider what's next for the front office and coaching staff, including Craig Berube's future. The conversation then shifts to the Leafs' game against the Ducks, including the response to Auston Matthews' injury, Max Domi's fight, and the officiating. After the break, they discuss the Blue Jays' blowout loss to the Rockies, the impact of Cody Ponce's injury on the rotation, potential depth options, and early concerns about Addison Barger. 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.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the beginning of the Blue Jays season, John Schneider's input on the roster, the Opening Day lineup and Addison Barger batting clean-up, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s.significance to the team and how he can perform and more.

Dan Shulman, play by play voice of the Toronto Blue Jays, joins JD Bunkis to talk. about the unprecedented popularity and anticipation of the Blue Jays season. Dan shares what he thinks is an underrated storyline to start the season, before getting into Addison Barger's role as the x-factor, how he sees the Jays offence playing out, and his first season broadcasting without Buck Martinez. JD then touches on the Sweet Sixteen of college basketball.  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.

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (0:39) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss why the end of the 2025 World Series won't define the team's 2026 season, how he's evolved as a manager, Addison Barger's confidence, Andrés Giménez finding his swing and transitioning into an everyday shortstop, if the 9th inning will be Jeff Hoffman's, Brendon Little's outlook and the challenge for Kazuma Okamoto playing third base in MLB. Then, Blue Jays TV analyst Joe Siddall (22:45) gives his thoughts on the opening-day batting order, who could be a long-term solution batting in the 2-hole, Barger's ceiling, the top left-handed option out of the bullpen, Okamoto's impressions, and whether Giménez has found his 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by MLB Insider & Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (2:24) to talk Dylan Cease's potential, Kevin Gausman, Addison Barger's upcoming season and much more. Afterwards, Jon Morosi comes in-studio (23:22) to talk Blue Jays, his World Baseball Classic experience, and the MLB 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the final hour of the week with Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker. They discuss expectations for the Blue Jays this season, the depth of the rotation, and concerns over spring training injuries. The team analyzes Vladdy's potential, lineup regression, and Addison Barger's expected performance. They share World Series predictions before welcoming Blue Jays legend Carlos Delgado (35:59). He reflects on his iconic 4-home run game, the team's recent World Series run, and his thoughts on Vladdy's records and Hall of Fame candidacy. 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.

Guests: Blue Jays outfielders Addison Barger and George Springer     Today's episode of Deep Left Field DAILY features a couple of Blue Jays sluggers who had unexpectedly great seasons and made massive contributions toward the Jays winning the American League East and getting to within inches of a World Series championship last fall. George Springer came off the worst year of his career to lead the Jays with 32 home runs and finish third in the majors in OPS - behind only Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. In the post-season, his go-ahead three-run home run in Game 7 of the American League championship series propelled the Jays into the Fall Classic and stands as one of the biggest round-trippers in Jays history. Addison Barger didn't even make the team out of spring training last year, but wound up hitting 21 home runs, third on the Jays behind Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. In his first career post-season, he belted the only pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history and hit .480 over the seven games against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Springer and Barger join us to talk about that magical playoff run and to look ahead to the new season that begins Friday night. All that, plus your thoughts in the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Sam McKee to discuss the Leafs' recent win, Easton Cowan's performance, and their potential for next season. They also touch on the Leafs' upcoming games and the impact of physical play. Sam shares his thoughts on whether major roster changes are needed and the roles of Brad Treliving and Craig Berube. They then chat with Blake Murphy (28:21) about the Raptors' road trip and debate if the team is underperforming. The conversation shifts to the Blue Jays, examining the lineup's potential decline and the importance of players like Addison Barger, Kazuma Okamoto, Cody Ponce, and Brandon Little. 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.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss Trey Yesavage landing on IL and the injury timeline for his shoulder, the starting rotation outlook to begin the season, Cody Ponce's impressions on the mound, Addison Barger's leap lineup, the formation of the team and more.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's show with thoughts on Team USA's loss to Italy in the World Baseball Classic, opening the possibility of USA not qualifying for the quarterfinals. Jon Morosi (07:17), MLB Network insider, joins the boys to reflect on Manager Mark DeRosa's confusion about his team's clinching scenario, how the Italians were able to complete the upset, and Canada's outlook heading into this afternoon's must-win against Cuba. Joe Siddall (30:00), former MLB catcher and Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, checks in to discuss Canada's opportunity to advance, before checking in the standout performers from Blue Jays spring training. They touch on Toronto's stretch of four-consecutive shutout wins, Brandon Valenzuela's upside behind the plate, the battle for the final rotation spots, Addison Barger's strong spring, and what Dylan Cease needs to get to the next level. 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.

Nearly a month into spring training, Arden checks in with thoughts on why Josh Kasevich is having such a strong camp (00:54), how recent performances by Addison Barger and Kevin Gausman connect to broader pre-season themes (13:12), and what makes Tyler Rogers so unique among MLB relievers (28:10). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca 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.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about MLB player chatbots, an Addison Barger giveaway, Tarik Skubal’s big arbitration win, the Tigers signing Framber Valdez, and a rough week for sports media, then (36:29) begin the 14th annual EW season preview series by discussing the 2026 Houston Astros with The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, and the 2026 Arizona Diamondbacks (1:25:35) with The Arizona Republic’s Nick Piecoro, followed (1:54:53) by a postscript. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Sean .P, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Tom Rhoads, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to chatbots story Link to Barger story Link to season preview series wiki Link to Passan on Skubal Link to Baumann on Skubal Link to Dan S. on Framber Link to Rosenthal on the Pirates Link to Rosenthal on the Tigers Link to Chandler on the cross-up Link to team SP projections Link to NPR on WaPo Link to NYT on WaPo sports Link to The Ringer on WaPo sports Link to The New Yorker on WaPo Link to The Atlantic on WaPo Link to Silver on WaPo Link to MLB.com layoffs Link to Grant post Link to team payrolls Link to Astros offseason tracker Link to Astros depth chart Link to BP IL Ledger Link to Dan S. on team injuries Link to Chandler on Correa Link to Chandler on Imai Link to Chandler on the infield Link to Chandler on Espada/Brown Link to Trueblood on Peña Link to Chandler’s author archive Link to Crush City Territory Link to Diamondbacks offseason tracker Link to Diamondbacks depth chart Link to team RP WAR Link to team RP WPA Link to ballpark funding deal info Link to more funding deal info Link to funding deal opinion piece Link to renovations preview Link to Nick on the Alexander trade Link to FG post on Santana Link to Nick’s author archive Link to Boehly/Epstein article Link to ESPN’s Clase report Link to Ben on Clase Link to EW episode on Clase Link to SABR awards voting Link to Wood/Lolich IP leaderboard Link to Lolich obit Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Join Tom (@tagates) and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they weigh in on the Framber Valdez signing, the Tarik Skubal arbitration hearing and spend most of the episode breaking down the Dynasty MLB Third Base Preview.Third Basemen discussed: Jose Ramirez, Junior Caminero, Jazz Chisholm, Manny Machado, Austin Riley, Maikel Franco, Isaac Paredes, Alex Bregman, Matt Shaw, Jordan Westburg, Noelvi Marte, Caleb Durbin, Miguel Vargas, Matt Chapman, Colt Keith, Kazuma Okamoto, Royce Lewis, Addison Barger, Alec Bohm.