Podcasts about American League East

On the latest episode of Past Our Prime, we dive into one of the most memorable moments in baseball history — the May 31, 1976 cover of Sports Illustrated that captured a dramatic home plate confrontation between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees. The cover photograph, shot by Neil Leifer, showed Red Sox catcher Carlton Fisk (#27) making a tag out on Yankees outfielder Lou Piniella (#14), with home plate umpire Terry Cooney visible in the frame. Piniella was ruled out at home, but the collision sparked a bench-clearing brawl, and the cover's headline captured the rivalry perfectly: "Head-On Collision in the East — Speeding Yanks Run Into the Sputtering Red Sox." The brawl turned ugly when Yankees third baseman Graig Nettles and Boston pitcher Bill Lee fought so fiercely that Lee suffered a separation of his left shoulder, significantly affecting the rest of his pitching career. It remains one of the most iconic covers in the magazine's history, perfectly encapsulating the fierce and often physical rivalry between the two American League East rivals. Steve "Psycho" Lyons carved out a nine-year MLB career with the Boston Red Sox, Chicago White Sox — where he was a teammate of Carlton Fisk — the Atlanta Braves, and Montreal Expos. He earned his nickname through antics like playing tic-tac-toe in the infield dirt and famously pulling his pants down after sliding into first base — a blooper reel staple for years. After retiring, Lyons became a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster for Fox Sports, where he worked alongside Lou Piniella, before later joining NESN as a Red Sox studio analyst — proving, as he once said, that he talked about the game better than he played it. Lyons gives us incredible insight into Fisk, the Hall of Fame catcher, and reveals that for some reason, the serious Fisk would let the younger Lyons give him the business. He recounts how Fisk told Deion Sanders to run out a popup — leading to yet another bench-clearing incident — and how Fisk, as captain of the White Sox, was the hardest worker in the clubhouse. Lyons also takes us inside that iconic cover shot of Fisk and Piniella colliding at the plate and the brawl that followed, and reflects on how the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry back then was a whole different animal compared to today. And he tells us how he wishes he'd had the opportunity to play for Piniella, who brought that same fire to the game that Lyons himself always did — and yes, he sets the record straight on how he really got the nickname "Psycho," and no, it had nothing to do with dropping his pants in the middle of a game. If you enjoyed this episode, please download, review, and subscribe to Past Our Prime — and help spread the word to every baseball fan who loves the game the way it used to be played. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will pay tribute to one of hockey's most polarizing and successful postseason performers. Four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux passed away Thursday at the age of 60. Ryan and Dustin reflect on Lemieux's remarkable career, his legacy as one of the NHL's ultimate playoff performers, and the importance of men's mental health. Plus, the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue to deliver drama! The Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes have punched their tickets to the Stanley Cup Final. We'll discuss the biggest storylines, playoff heroes, and what to watch for as hockey's biggest prize comes into focus. Finally, we break down the latest developments surrounding the New York Yankees. After falling behind in the American League East race, can the Bronx Bombers make up ground during their critical West Coast swing? We'll analyze the standings, key performances, and what lies ahead.  #NoCredentialsRequired #Yankees StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHLPlayoffs #ClaudeLemieux #MLB #NHL No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Twitch, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

The Yankees hit the road after a 6-1 homestand, got swept in Milwaukee and fell out of first place in the American League East. Despite that, the organization must remain aggressive heading into the trade deadline.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam Cohen breaks down the American League East and discusses where the Tampa Bay Rays stand in the division right now.

Sam Cohen breaks down a packed week in Tampa Bay sports. The show starts with a recap of the latest from the Tampa Bay Lightning, the hot stretch from the Tampa Bay Rays, and early takeaways from Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie minicamp. Sam also reacts to potential expansion of March Madness and why he's not a fan. Plus, Sam interviews Running from the OPS to talk about what's fueling the Rays' success, chats Jay Recher about Tampa Bay Lightning hockey and possible trade ideas, dives into the American League East race, and discusses how the Buccaneers' offseason could set the team up for success. Sam wraps up the show with a look ahead at what's next in Tampa Bay sports.

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.

Rob and Jeremy took some time from Tuesday's BBMS to recap another deflating loss for the Orioles. At 15-20, they're 4th in the American League East, but overall, the AL is full of mediocre teams. Do you think the O's can turn things around when it matters?

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash look ahead to the Knicks' next playoff matchup while debating whether Boston or Philadelphia would be the better draw for New York. The conversation touches on playoff scheduling, road trip possibilities for Knicks fans, the joy of a stress free blowout win, and why some fans still feel the Knicks are not getting enough respect from oddsmakers. The hour also shifts to Pete Alonso's return to New York as a member of the Orioles, with the Yankees set to host Baltimore and Mets fans potentially showing up to cheer their former star. Evan and the crew discuss why Alonso's reception could say as much about Mets frustration as it does about Pete, while also asking whether he could eventually become a true Yankees rival in the American League East.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Monday morning by celebrating the Raptors' huge Game 4 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers! The boys break down how Toronto overcame their horrible shooting performance to even the series, Brandon Ingram's composure down the stretch, and Collin Murray-Boyles' impressive playoff form as a rookie. How high is his ceiling? The boys also touch on how Scottie Barnes is changing his perception around the league, if he can be the best player on a championship team, and expectations for Game 5 as the series returns to Cleveland. Later, Ben and Brent turn their attention towards the Blue Jays' series win over the Cleveland Guardians capped off by Sunday's 4-2 victory. They discuss the team's offensive rhythm starting to return, Kazuma Okamoto's big weekend at the plate, Louis Varland's form in the ninth inning, and how will they handle the rotation with Trey Yesavage set to return this week. Finally, the guys preview this week's series against the Blue Jays' American League East rivals, the Boston Red Sox. 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 been far from perfect but it's been good enough for the Orioles to remain very much in the hunt in the American League East as the scuffling Boston Red Sox come to Camden Yards this weekend. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds taking two of three in Kansas City and tip-toeing through all sorts of injuries, cold bats and a bullpen that's provided much-needed relief to help them hover near .500 while awaiting better health and Camden Yards cooking. The post Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles taking two of three in Kansas City and headed home for BoSox first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

On this episode of The Drive with TKras, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian joins the show to talk all things Tampa Bay Rays. With inconsistency creeping in, is it time to be genuinely concerned—or is this just another bump in the road for a team known for figuring it out? Tim weighs in with perspective and confidence, explaining why he still believes the Rays will get things back on track. Plus, a bold projection for 2026: three playoff teams out of the American League East. Could the Rays be one of them? Insight, optimism, and a look ahead with one of baseball's most respected voices—don't miss it.

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!

We love the starting rotation but about that untested bullpen? Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for Opening Day and beyond with a full preview of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles and where the Birds will be flying in the American League East this summer – and hopefully, into the fall. The post Luke Jones and Nestor preview Orioles pitching and prep for long MLB season in bullpen for Birds first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle debate the recently asked questions of if the tournament is getting too chalky and is Cinderella officially dead, following only one double digit seed and zero teams outside the power five squads making it to the second weekend. Then, a full deep dive into the American League East with the start of baseball season less than 48 hours away, discussing if the favored Yankees can win the division despite a pair of key pitching injuries, will the Blue Jays be able to repeat last season's success, the Red Sox offensive concerns, why 2026 is a make or break season for the Orioles, and the Rays being a complete afterthought. The hour wraps by putting a ribbon on the AL East conversation, discussing picks to win the division pennant and division MVP.

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle take a full deep dive into the American League East with the start of baseball season less than 48 hours away, discussing if the favored Yankees can win the division despite a pair of key pitching injuries, will the Blue Jays be able to repeat last season's success, the Red Sox offensive concerns, why 2026 is a make or break season for the Orioles, and the Rays being a complete afterthought.

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle wrap up the conversation on the American League East, as they disagree on their picks to win the division pennant and MVP.

The 2026 MLB season has arrived, and this episode of TableSetters takes a comprehensive look at the postseason landscape and the performances most likely to define it. From roster construction to organizational philosophy, we examine how contenders are built to navigate the six-month grind and position themselves for October. The starting point is clear. The Dodgers enter the season not simply as a favorite, but as the structural benchmark for the sport. Their roster is layered with impact at every level. The lineup blends power, discipline, and depth, while the pitching staff reflects both top-end talent and organizational stability. This is a team designed to withstand the natural variance of a long season and still arrive in October with multiple ways to win. The question is not whether they will contend, but whether anyone can match their completeness when the margins tighten. From there, the focus expands across the league. Each division presents a different competitive dynamic that shapes the path to October. In the American League East, the conversation centers on ceiling versus sustainability. The Yankees bring one of the highest ceilings in the sport, though early pitching questions loom. Baltimore continues to emerge as a legitimate long-term contender, driven by a young, dynamic core. Toronto offers balance, but depth remains a variable. Boston's shift toward pitching and defense raises its floor, while Tampa Bay continues to maximize its roster and remain firmly in the mix. In the National League East, the Phillies hold a slight edge based on continuity and postseason experience, but both the Mets and Braves have clear pathways to take control of the division. The Central divisions remain fluid in both leagues, where internal development, health, and in-season adjustments are likely to determine outcomes more than preseason projections. Out West, the Dodgers stand apart, though teams like Arizona and San Francisco are positioned to capitalize if opportunities emerge. The postseason format continues to reward structure and adaptability. Securing a bye has become increasingly valuable, while the Wild Card round introduces volatility that can quickly reshape expectations. Each season produces at least one team that redefines its trajectory, whether through a bold deadline approach or a late surge that carries into October. Projecting a World Series matchup at this stage is less about certainty and more about identifying profiles. The National League runs through Los Angeles on paper, but the field behind them is capable of closing that gap. In the American League, the margin between contenders is thinner, with several teams possessing viable paths depending on health, depth, and in-season evolution. The eventual matchup is likely to reflect not just talent, but which organization best adapts over the course of the year. The award races follow a similar pattern. The MVP conversation should be driven by impact and consistency within competitive lineups. The Cy Young race will test both dominance and durability across a deep pool of arms. The Rookie of the Year field reflects the growing influence of young talent, where immediate contributions can shift both team outlooks and long-term expectations. This episode brings these elements together into a cohesive framework, examining how teams are constructed, how they evolve, and how those decisions translate over 162 games into postseason viability. The Dodgers set the standard entering 2026. The season will determine who can match it. Subscribe and follow Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @tablesetterspod Who is your pick for MVP and the 2026 World Series champion? Share your predictions and join the conversation.

lIn Episode 529, Patrick, Jeffrey and Craig chat about the WBC, and then preview the American League East. 1. Like Cody Rhodes, the Blue Jays are ALL IN.2. We did not just copy and paste the 2025 Yankees preview, but we could have3. Slaps the hood of the 2026 Orioles: You can fit so many Kremer Units in this baby4. Get ready for a lot of Red Sox spring training slash lines5. The Rays are back in their old stadium with the same old Rays roster.Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you want to get in contact with the show, the e-mail address is fiveanddive@baseballprospectus.com.                                           Our theme tune is by Andy Matthews, who you can follow on Bluesky @andymatthewsmusic. You can listen to him on Spotify and Apple Music. It was produced by Barrie Maguire and Tim Ferguson.

Welcome to Episode 159 of Tablesetters as we turn to the American League East heading into the 2026 season. This division is not about who is best. It is about timing and which version of each team shows up over the course of a long season. The Yankees have the highest ceiling in the division. The lineup is as deep as it has been in years and Aaron Judge remains the engine that drives everything offensively. The question comes early. The rotation is thin out of the gate and how they manage that stretch will shape the trajectory of their season. Baltimore sits in a fascinating spot. The young core is still one of the most talented groups in the division and the lineup can overwhelm teams when it is clicking. But the question is sustainability. The pitching staff still feels volatile and whether they can consistently prevent runs will determine if they are a contender or just dangerous. Boston feels like a different team. The identity is built on pitching and defense, which raises the floor in a meaningful way. The ceiling, though, comes down to the lineup taking a step forward, with Roman Anthony at the center of that conversation. Toronto might be the most complete roster on paper. They bring balance across the board with a reliable offense, strong defense, and a capable front end of the rotation. The concern is depth, especially on the pitching side, where things could unravel if injuries hit. Tampa Bay remains true to itself. They will compete, they will find ways to stay in the race, and they will make things uncomfortable for everyone else. But for them to truly break through, they likely need Junior Caminero to emerge as a true difference maker over a full season. Every team in this division has a path. Every path comes with its own set of questions. Follow @TablesettersPod on Instagram and X for more coverage, analysis, and reactions.

Aram and Peter preview the American League East before giving their World Baseball Classic predictions. Intro: 0:00 Blue Jays: 4:55Yankees: 27:23Red Sox: 47:40Orioles: 1:11:03Rays: 1:22:42WBC Picks: 1:42:31Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Red Sox show from out of left field continues their preview of the 2026 American League East, as Alex Murphy of the Rays The Roof podcast joins us once again to talk about Tampa Bay. With a return to Tropicana Field, can the Rays continue their streak of being the most annoying team in the entire world? (28:40) ALSO: -A MAJOR housekeeping announcement: we're part of the Bleav Network!!!!! (0:00) -Spring Training stories galore: Brayan Bello, Franklin Arias, Payton Tolle, and Connelly Early (6:12) -A brief inquiry into the 2026 World Baseball Classic: our predictions, picks, and more (1:15:23) All of that and more on this edition of Pod On Lansdowne! Follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: @PodOnLansdowne. Subscribe to us on YouTube as well! Got a question or a comment you want featured on the show? Leave a voicemail by dialing 617-420-2431! Save 10% off in-stock items at FOCO.com by using the promo code "POL10" at checkout: https://foco.vegb.net/55mKZo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's show with a recap of the Blue Jays' 8-7 loss to the Yankees in spring training action. They tee up Cody Ponce's start this afternoon against the Tigers, discuss how to properly evaluate talent in the Grapefruit League, and gauge their expectations for Eloy Jiménez, Jesús Sánchez and Daulton Varsho in 2026. Adam Ottavino (14:50), former MLB pitcher and host of Baseball and Coffee, chats about his return to the mound for Team Italy in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Adam also touches on the Yankees' mentality against the Blue Jays, Gerrit Cole's return to the mound, the American League East landscape, and the newly-implemented ABS system. Later, we hear the latest from Manager John Schneider, before Sportsnet's Caleb Joseph (29:34) joins the program. They chat about how players are utilizing the challenge system early on, Ponce's first Blue Jays start, what Drew Butera brings to the coaching staff, and the opportunity for some Rule 5 relievers. 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 open today's show reacting to Kazuma Okamoto's first Blue Jays home run in Monday's spring training game. The boys take some time to set up this afternoon's game against the Yankees and look back on José Berríos first start of the spring, before discussing Ricky Tiedemann's setback, Eric Lauer's post-arbitration comments, and Tyler Rogers first impressions. Later, the boys question how the American League East will shake out in 2026, share an update on Trey Yesavage as he continues to ramp up, and project where Jesús Sánchez might slot into the batting order. Jeff and Kevin wrap up with thoughts what Drew Butera brings to the Jays coaching staff, Brandon Valenzuela's upside, and some positional battles around the diamond. 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 alongside Sportsnet's Jason Bukala to further break down the Olympic men's hockey gold medal game. They debate whether Canada is truly in crisis, how much the rest of the world has closed the gap, and the narratives surrounding Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Jordan Binnington. What does the loss means for Canada's goaltending picture and Binnington's future? After the break, Kevin Barker (24:07) of Blair & Barker stops by to chat about Blue Jays spring training, the rotation's outlook after Eric Lauer's arbitration comments, potential fits for Max Scherzer, and early impressions of Kazuma Okamoto. Can he help offset the loss of Bo Bichette? Later, the guys offer their expectations for the American League East in 2026 and investigate what this season could mean for Kevin Gausman. 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 early and the Orioles already have big injuries to Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg that will affect the Opening Day roster. Allen McCallum returns for a spring training thaw and Birdland prospectus with perspective for the long MLB season ahead and the pitching it will take to contend in the American League East. The post Allen McCallum returns for a spring training thaw and Orioles prospectus with perspective for long MLB season ahead first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

There are certainly reasons to be optimistic that the Baltimore Orioles won't repeat a last-place performance in the American League East but losing two blue-chip, emerging players before March doesn't lift hope. Luke Jones and Nestor take another swing at spring in Birdland with Jordan Westburg and Jackson Holliday injured before the team takes the field in Sarasota. The post Luke Jones and Nestor take another swing at Orioles spring with Westburg and Holliday injured first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Jared Carrabis, co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast, joins JD Bunkis live from Boston to discuss the shifting power dynamics in the American League East, the Red Sox losing Alex Bregman, and the Bo Bichette sweepstakes. JD then hits on an impressive comeback victory from the Raptors (26:00) , before 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.

It's time to map out the Yankees' offseason on the latest episode of the Just End The Suffering podcast! Host Mike Phillips (⁠⁠⁠@MPhillips331⁠⁠⁠) kicks off the show by sharing his thoughts on what the Yankees could be up to in the offseason (1:47) as they try to make up ground on the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East. Mike is then joined by the podcast's legal correspondent, Phil Fraietta, to dive deeper into what the Yankees may try to do over the winter (7:01) to address their needs. Mike then makes his Week 14 NFL Picks (49:27) with Will Smith of the Sorry To Interrupt podcast and reviews Volume 1 of Stranger Things Season 5 (1:08:08) with pop culture correspondent Sam Derosa (@SDeros5) to wrap up the show.Subscribe to the Just End The Suffering podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TuneIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mike Phillips's channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on YouTube!

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, joins JD in-studio to chop it up about Brad Marchand's trolling, modern rivalries, Devin Williams signing with the New York Mets, the remaining market for pitchers, and the ever-strong American League East. 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.  

Beware the Toronto Blue Jays! And even if the Los Angeles Dodgers don't win the World Series as heavy favorites, it'll be clear why they'll have money to spend as the Baltimore Orioles go to market for a manager and offseason acquisitions via free agency that will be chasing a new leaf of power and capital in the American League East north of the border, where they enjoy beating America in any way possible. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Fall Classic and the incredible Ohtani and Springer shows this October. The post Luke Jones and Nestor discuss power of Blue Jays efforts and World Series hopes against Dodgers first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Justin and Patrick return to give instant reactions and analyis on the Blue Jays thrilling win to clinch the American League East. The guys discuss Alejandro Kirk's huge weekend, George Springer's MVP calibre season, and what lies ahead for this team after five days of rest. We will be back once we know who the Jays will play in the Division Series!

Guests: Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, Toronto Star baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm The Blue Jays are American League East champions. They clinched the division with a 13-4 mauling of the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre Sunday, giving them the AL East crown for the first time in ten years. It was the first time they'd clinched at home since 1993. We talk to injured shortstop Bo Bichette about his season, the comeback from last year's last-place finish and what his status is as the Jays enter a five-day break before taking on either the Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees in the American League Division Series. Gregor Chisholm stops by as well, to discuss Game 162 and how it felt like a microcosm of the season as a whole, as well as the odd path the Jays took to the division title, having to win their final four games of the season following an ugly run of six losses in seven games

At least 4 dead in what Ukraine calls Russia's largest strike since its full-scale invasion.Stampede at political rally in India kills 40, injuries dozens more.Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, expected to visit the White House tomorrow.Moldova goes to polls for crucial parliamentary elections.Search expanded for missing 6-year-old Alberta boy who disappeared a week ago.Mark Carney set to return to Canada after a 2-day trip to the UKThe Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from winning the American League East title.

Guest: Blue Jays pitcher Tommy Nance With 161 games done and the American League East still in question, we present a bonus episode of Deep Left Field. The final game of the regular season goes Sunday, and a Blue Jays home win over the Tampa Bay Rays gives them their first division title since 2015. So does a Yankees home loss against Baltimore. We talk to Tommy Nance, whose scoreless eighth inning in Saturday's Jays win whittled his ERA down to a sparkling 1.99, about how we got here, how the team is feeling going into the biggest game of the year (so far) and what he thinks of the decision to start Kevin Gausman in the season finale. As well, the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca will be open and we'll take your comments and answer your Blue Jays questions!

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 5-1 win over the Rays to set up Game 162 - win, and Toronto will clinch the American League East! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Trey Yesavage coming through for his first major league win - how impressive is it that the rookie shut down the Rays in such an important game? Where (and when) will Yesavage pitch next in 2025? They discuss the offence, including big games from Ernie Clement and Nathan Lukes, and get into Alejandro Kirk smashing the second-longest home run of his career. Plus, they chat about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offence, the bullpen locking things down at the end of the game, Kevin Gausman making the start in Game 162, and take a look around MLB as the season approaches the final day. 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.

Guests: Blue Jays infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa, catcher Tyler Heineman     The Blue Jays had a rare losing week, but still carried a three-game lead in the American League East into Thursday's rubber match against the AL West-leading Houston Astros. Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Tyler Heineman both played huge roles in the Jays securing the first game of the series, and they both join us this week in Deep Left Field. Kiner-Falefa, signed to a two-year deal before last season, traded to Pittsburgh at the 2024 trade deadline and re-acquired on waivers just before the September 1 playoff eligibility deadline, talks about how he fell in love with Toronto years ago and how happy he is to be rejoining the team for the stretch drive. With Bo Bichette sidelined with a knee injury, IKF is going to play a greater role than anticipated and he discusses that, as well as how much he loves hitting in Toronto. Heineman couldn't have picked a better time to have a career year. As Alejandro Kirk's back-up, he is currently posting career highs in batting average, slugging percentage, home runs and even stolen bases. He's also throwing out base stealers at a higher rate than he ever has before. Tuesday night he picked up the first walk-off of his career. All that plus a look back at The Week That Was and your emails on Episode 278 of Deep Left Field!

This weekend the Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the New York Yankees for the final time this regular season. After a great game on Friday, they dropped the next two games of the series and their lead in the American League East is now down to two. 00:00 Lukes Hit and Run04:00 Max Scherzer tipping pitches08:50 The bats with RISP11:10 Gausman and the bullpen12:52 Toronto ends the year 8-5 against New YorkSubscribe to The Jesse Blake Sports Report YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JesseBlakeTV?sub_confirmation=1Follow Jesse on Twitter at @JesseBlakeFollow Jesse on Instagram @Jesse.BlakeVisit https://sdpn.ca for more.Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.caReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!Join SDP VIP:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/joinApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Toronto Blue Jays head to the Bronx for a huge series with the New York Yankees that could be a deciding factor in the American League East division race. Justin and Patrick quickly recap the Reds series before diving in to the pitching matchups and keys to victory against the Yankees.The guys also talk donuts and CFL.

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich are joined by Former Big Leaguer and World Series Champion A.J. Pierzynski of Fox Sports and Foul Territory to talk all things Major League Baseball, including his thoughts on who will win the wide open American League East, the recent struggles of the Seattle Mariners, and more! Then, a 2:00 Drill going over our top overreactions from the opening weekend of the College Football season, including if Texas will be able to recover from their loss against Ohio State, just how bad can Alabama continue to fall, and is Utah the team to beat in the Big 12? The hour wraps with all of our Lightning Bets for tonight's action.

Former Big Leaguer and World Series Champion A.J. Pierzynski of Fox Sports and Foul Territory joins the show to talk all things Major League Baseball as the chase for October heats up. A.J. discusses his thoughts on who will win the American League East, the recent struggles of the Seattle Mariners and if they will be able to get things turned around, and more!

Courtney Cronin says we know who Justin Fields is and you shouldn't place higher expectations on him. Audio Files featuring Davante Adams, Baker Mayfield, Malik Nabers, and Kevin Guy. Is the American League East out of reach for the Yankees? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The weekend crew is here to recap another series sweep for the Boston Red Sox, who are now 11 games over .500 and fast approaching the top spot in the American League East.How did they get there? A little bit of everything. Sloppy baseball, clean baseball, squandered opportunities, timely hitting, etc.The crew talks about what was a blah deadline on paper but acknowledge there's intrigue with both Steven Matz and Dustin May. Regardless, there needs to be something done about Walker Buehler in the rotation.Oh, and Trevor Story is back.Make sure to follow us on Twitter, @ThePeskyReport. We are officially a part of Beyond The MonsterTwitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/ Intro Music: DannyEBTracks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxOQyRmgJqHji6ItvllZmYg

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich discuss their top plays for today's MLB Card, headlined by a battle of aces in Milwaukee, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Dodgers afcing Freddy Peralta and the Brewers. Plus, is there still value on the Yankees top competition in the American League East, to win the division and possibly more? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich discuss which NFL teams currently have their Super Bowl window open, and debate which of those squads are actually worth a bet to win the whole thing this season. Then, how we're betting today's MLB Card with 10 games on the slate and a conversation surrounding underrated American League East teams in the futures market. The hour wraps with Nick Farabaugh, Steelers Beat Writer for PennLive.com stopping by, to discuss waht he is expecting for the 2025 Steelers and the rest of the AFC North. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich discuss their top plays for today's MLB Card, headlined by a battle of aces in Milwaukee, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Dodgers afcing Freddy Peralta and the Brewers. Plus, is there still value on the Yankees top competition in the American League East, to win the division and possibly more? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich discuss which NFL teams currently have their Super Bowl window open, and debate which of those squads are actually worth a bet to win the whole thing this season. Then, how we're betting today's MLB Card with 10 games on the slate and a conversation surrounding underrated American League East teams in the futures market. The hour wraps with Nick Farabaugh, Steelers Beat Writer for PennLive.com stopping by, to discuss waht he is expecting for the 2025 Steelers and the rest of the AFC North. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this hour of Live Bet Saturday, hosts Grace Remington and Will Hill are joined by Michael Rathburn, Late Night Bets On The Diamond, to talk futures plays to make in the American League East. Grace and Will dive into a packed baseball slate and discuss bets they like. They also preview the NFL season, specifically highlighting the NFC East.

12:10 - Guest: Ryan Fowler, NFL and college football analyst for The Draft Network, on the Commanders' 2025 NFL Draft class, including why running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the player from the class who Fowler is the most excited about, why Croskey-Merritt can challenge Brian Robinson Jr. for the Commanders' RB1 job,  why Croskey-Merritt is a true home-run threat, the exceptional footwork of offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr., how receiver Jaylin Lane gives the Commanders true home-run potential as both a receiver and punt returner, the possibility of Trey Amos being the Commanders' No. 1 cornerback in the 2025 season and the outlook for linebacker Kain Medrano 34:58 - Capitals: discussion of the Caps' 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens to win the best-of-seven first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, four games to one 43:17 - Nationals: analysis of a 7-2 loss at the Philadelphia Phillies 49:31 - Orioles: thoughts on a 5-4 win over the American League East-leading New York Yankees to win the series, two games to one Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com Please note that time stamps may be slightly off depending on rotating national ads  

14:28 - Guest: Pro Football Focus lead NFL Draft analyst Trevor Sikkema on the Commanders' 2025 NFL Draft class and more, including whether Josh Conerly Jr. is better as an offensive tackle or a guard in the NFL, why Sikkema likes cornerback Trey Amos so much, how fixable linebacker Kain Medrano's bad tackling is, the potential for both receiver Jaylin Lane and running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt to make significant impacts and why Sikkema is a big fan of the Commanders' trades for left tackle Laremy Tunsil and receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. 36:07 - Nationals: breakdown of a 7-6 walk-off loss at the Philadelphia Phillies in a game in which the Nats overcame a 5-2 ninth-inning deficit but then blew a 6-5 ninth-inning lead 44:36 - Orioles: thoughts on a 15-3 loss to the American League East-leading New York Yankees The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - 202-902-7611 and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com Please note that time stamps may be slightly off depending on rotating national ads 

12:43 - Commanders: reaction to and analysis of a deal for a Commanders stadium on the RFK Stadium site in Washington, D.C., including whether the deal is good for D.C., what the deal getting done says about Commanders managing partner Josh Harris and key comments from Harris, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser 41:28 - Nationals: thoughts on a 19-5 loss to the Major League-leading New York Mets for a split of a four-game series 48:13 - Orioles: breakdown of a 4-3 win over the American League East-leading New York Yankees Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com Please note that time stamps may be slightly off depending on rotating national ads