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Sportsnet MLB writer, Ben Nicholson-Smith, joins JD to go over the American League MVP voting and the criteria that baseball writers lean on (00:00). Then (10:31), JD and Ben get into Blue Jays free agency; if their chase for free-agents feels materially different, what they absolutely need, what positional need they'll look to address first, Jose Berrios' standing going into next season and the names they are rumoured to have interest in. 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 MLB GM Meetings are well underway in Las Vegas, and with a lot of offseason shopping to be done, where do the Blue Jays stand with the biggest free agents? Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson Smith joins Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi from the lobby of the Cosmopolitan Hotel to discuss the Jays and how they are perceived with other teams around the league (1:25). Afterwards, Sho and Daniele discuss the prospects of bringing back Bo Bichette, and where the Jays could dabble with the free agent market for starting pitchers. Plus, John Schneider finished second in voting for AL Manager of the Year - was it a snub (31:19)? Ben and Shi's Article: https://www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/blue-jays-drawing-early-attention-at-gm-meetings-theyre-in-every-market/ Ben on starting pitching: https://www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/pitching-appears-to-be-emerging-as-blue-jays-winter-priority/ 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 final hour with Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne, on the Leafs, calling for defence first, challenging Auston Matthews to wear the moment as captain, and arguing that goaltending is not the root problem. They then turn to Blue Jays offseason plans with Ben Nicholson-Smith (25:26), who weighs Mark Shapiro's signaled support, the Shane Bieber opt-in calculus, and whether shifting resources to the bullpen and a bat makes more sense than chasing a No. 2 starter.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.

When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their miracle postseason run that landed them just two outs shy of winning the World Series, very few believed they'd be in that position during the regular season. However, after falling just short of the ultimate goal, the question now remains: where do the Jays go from here?On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by Blue Jays writer for Sportsnet, Ben Nicholson-Smith, as they try to figure out how Toronto will approach free agency this offseason — including whether they'll be able to retain star shortstop Bo Bichette as he enters free agency. They also discuss the lasting impact the Blue Jays' World Series run will have on fans in Canada and when Ben first thought this was a team capable of making a deep postseason run.Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the Colorado Rockies' surprising decision to hire Paul DePodesta as their President of Baseball Operations, the San Diego Padres hiring former reliever Craig Stammen as their new manager and go over the players who received qualifying offers. They then make their picks as The Good, The Bad and The Uggla finally makes its return.2:11 - The Opener: Blue Jays postmortem22:46 - Where does Toronto go from here?37:01 - We Need to Talk About: Rockies' interesting hire52:58 - Padres have a new manager1:00:18 - Around the League1:06:55 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off discussing Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins' end-of-season media availabilities and their biggest takeaways. Then, Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show (11:28) to discuss the Jays' offseason priorities, what Bo Bichette could get on the open market and what he is looking for, what to make of Shane Bieber taking a discount to stay in Canada for another year, and much more. Later, they discuss Atkins' comments on Jeff Hoffman not being married to the closer role. Finally, they discuss Sid and Ovi set to face off tonight once again for the 99th time in their careers.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.

After covering the Blue Jays' incredible postseason run, capped by one of the most compelling World Series ever played, Arden and Ben reconvene to compare notes. How do we process a tremendously successful season capped by devastating heartbreak (5:00)? Why did the IKF discourse miss the mark (28:00)? And what lessons can the Blue Jays carry forward into 2026 (52:00)?This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThe 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.

Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins JD to detail Shane Bieber's decision to return to the Blue Jays (00:00). JD and Ben turn their attention to the other pitchers in the Jays 2025 starting rotation to discuss which pitchers could, or should, return to the Jays in 2026 (8:00). They foreshadow what the strategy of Jays ownership and management will be during the offseason, how they can take advantage of the Jays deep postseason run, and their thought process behind re-signing Bo Bichette. 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.

After a crushing Game 7 loss, it's hard to make sense of what just happened. Ben offers some quick thoughts on a brutal ending.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith.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.

Yes, the Blue Jays are in the World Series. Arden and Ben discuss the meaning of the moment (00:45) before looking  back at an epic ALCS (25:05) and forward to the most interesting World Series subplots (51:44).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In the final hour, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome “At The Letters” co-host Ben Nicholson Smith to discuss the Blue Jays' ALCS finish and World Series matchup against the Dodgers. They dive into key questions for Friday's game and Bo Bichette's role. Next, Raptors GM Bobby Webster (23:23) shares insights on the upcoming season, current Blue Jays vibes, team expectations in the Eastern Conference, and a fun take on a Raptors media game. They wrap up with their thoughts on the Raptors' season ahead.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Game 7 as the Toronto Blue Jays are off the World Series behind a massive George Springer three-run homer. They also break down key game decisions like using Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt out of the bullpen (32:48). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (51:58) joins to give his view of Toronto's season, Game 7 and more. Lastly, Jomboy Media's Chris Rose (1:14:58) discusses last night's game, the Jays' season and the LA 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 affiliate.

JD gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays' split against the Mariners over the weekend, the belief in the team after pushing the series to seven games, other Toronto comparables to this postseason run by the Jays, and the historical impact Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is having on the city and country with his incredible play in October (00:00). Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to add-on to the Blue Jays conversation (14:55), including the performance from Vlad Jr., the contributions from the unsung heroes after the injury to George Springer, how much a World Series appearance would mean to the fans and the organization, John Schneider's bullpen decision-making in Game's 5 & 6 and what the expectations should be for the bullpen for Game 7, before looking at Bo Bichette's potential to join the club should they make the World Series. After the break, JD checks in on Anthony Stolarz after his comments following the Maple Leafs' OT loss to the Kraken on Saturday night (48:02). 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 have fought back and won game three of the ALCS. Bump and Stacy recap the Mariners loss, listen to comments from Dan Wilson and George Kirby, and talk about what they need to do to get the series back on track. They talk about the battle for the National league, who specifically might have been at fault for last night’s loss, and more in Headline Rewrites. They’re joined by Sportsnet Bluejays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith to get Toronto’s perspective of this week’s series. And they head down to the station for the Hype Train.

In hour one, Brough and guest host Jamie Dodd look back at a busy weekend in sports, including a Game 1 ALCS Blue Jays loss to the Mariners and a Canucks dud versus the Oilers (3:00), plus they look ahead to Game 2 of the ALCS later today, as Sportsnet Jays analyst Ben Nicholson-Smith (26:44) joins the show.  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

JD outlines the Blue Jays' stressful 3-1 loss to the Mariners in Game 1 of the ALCS, the Jays squandering a good start against Seattle starter Bryce Miller, and Manager John Schneider's bullpen decision-making (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to detail the Jays offensive struggles against Miller, the impact of the loss of Nathan Lukes after fouling a ball off his knee in the first inning, who could potentially take Lukes' spot in the lineup in Game 2, the comparisons between lefty relievers Brendon Little and Mason Fluharty, the question of whether or not to walk Cal Raleigh to avoid him taking over the series, and the pressure on Trey Yesavage to have another strong postseason start (13:22). After the break, JD touches on Baker Mayfield's MVP-level play with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season, and how it must feel to be a Cleveland Browns fan (46:58).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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jay Vernon Wells to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s dominance vs. the Yankees, John Schneider's decision to remove Shane Bieber from Game 3, and Toronto's team identity and how it serves in the playoffs. Afterwards, Former Blue Jay manager John Gibbons (26:43) reflects on his time in Toronto, watching John Schneider climb up the Blue Jays' franchise and more. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (51:35) gives his thoughts on the ALCS roster with tough decisions on Bo Bichette, Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt coming up. Lastly, Root Sports Northwest's Brad Adam (1:20:37) joins to preview Game 5 between the Mariners and Tigers and Cal Raleigh's season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The Blue Jays' dream season continues with an ALDS win over the Yankees. Ben weighs in from New York to discuss how the Jays got here  (02:32) and what the win means for players (20:08) and team personnel (24:08).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith.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 third hour by discussing the city's mood after the Blue Jays' victory over the Yankees. They welcome MLB Central host Robert Flores to share his insights on the win, the bullpen's success, and the impact of Bo Bichette's potential addition to the playoff roster. They also discuss the Yankees' future. Next, they bring on Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson Smith (27:47) for his take on the game, the bullpen's performance, and how he managed the champagne celebration. They explore how the Blue Jays have improved this year and what to expect for the postseason roster.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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the result of Game 1 between the Red Sox and Yankees and who would be the more favourable matchup for the Jays. Then, Jensen Lewis joins the show (9:55) to discuss the biggest takeaways from the Wild Card series around the MLB so far. They break down what we have seen from Garrett Crochet's impact for the Red Sox since the trade, Mason Miller's standout performance in Game 2 for the Padres, and much more. Later, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith stops by (26:15) to discuss what we saw from the Blue Jays' first Intrasquad game this afternoon, what could be taken away from these scrimmages, who could be on the mound for Toronto in the ALDS, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The ALDS is on the horizon for the Blue Jays, but first Ben considers some big questions. Among them: how the Jays set up their rotation (6:26), how Trey Yesavage gets used (20:04) and the trust level for Jeff Hoffman (23:40).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Foul Territory's Erik Kratz and Mike Petriello in the first hour to preview the Wild Card Series and discuss the Blue Jays heading into the postseason. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (26:41) joins the show to tee up the start of the MLB Postseason. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:59) comes in-studio to break down options for Toronto's ALDS roster and decisions facing John Schneider as they prepare for the Red Sox or Yankees (1:17:52). 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the morning by welcoming Ben Nicholson Smith, co-host of ‘At The Letters.' They discuss the Blue Jays' season, including their turnaround after April, the importance of securing a Bye in the Wild Card round, and potential playoff roster construction, including the use of 13 pitchers and Bo Bichette's recovery time. They also welcome MLB Network host Adnan Virk (25:10) to analyze the AL East race and the Blue Jays' division win, along with their postseason prospects. Lastly, they cover the broader MLB landscape, touching on the Mets' collapse and upcoming Red Sox-Yankees and Dodgers series, and discuss expectations for Ohtani's pitching.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.

Having clinched a playoff spot, the Blue Jays must now push for a bye (01:31). Arden and Ben discuss some looming roster decisions (10:33), an upcoming rule change (52:45) and Alek Manoah's DFA (1:02:00).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden ZwellingThe 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by breaking down the Blue Jays' switching their rotation schedule ahead of a tight race to clinch the division. They discuss the rationale behind the changes, the struggles over the last 15 days, and more. Then, former MLB outfielder and host of Loud Outs Ryan Spilborghs joins the show (13:52) to discuss what the final week of a season is like from a player's perspective, being in a tight playoff race, and more. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith stops by (25:55) ahead of tonight's game to break down the Jays' rotation changes, if the team has hit the panic button with some of their moves, the likelihood of Toronto playing in the Wild Card series, Anthony Santander returning to the lineup, and much more. They end things off by breaking down what Vladdy has looked like without Bo in the lineup and their thoughts on the remaining five games of the regular 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by 2007 World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon to discuss Boston's starting rotation and the keys to relief pitching when you don't have your best stuff. The Athletic's C. Trent Rosecrans (26:47) talks about the surprising Cincinnati Reds, who've found themselves in a playoff spot as the Mets snowball. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:15) looks at how the Blue Jays have built their roster and what happens once Anthony Santander returns to the roster. Lastly, former Blue Jay B.J. Ryan (1:15:51) shares Roy Halladay stories, explains why Toronto was a memorable experience for him, and discusses getting outs in big situations. 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.

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' clinching a postseason berth after their win against the Royals in the series finale, the team's celebration in the clubhouse, and the journey to get to this point (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to continue the conversation around the Blue Jays heading into the playoffs, including Daulton Varsho's incredible catch that was ruled incorrectly, the potential for Trey Yesavage to start a playoff game for the Jays, Max Scherzer's treacherous start against the Royals over the weekend, what the Blue Jays should do with José Berríos down the stretch, and the decisions to be made in the lineup and in the bullpen as the Jays look to clinch the AL East this week (15:14). Later, JD touches on the Maple Leafs' first preseason game against the Senators, and Auston Matthews' comments on the continued questions about Mitch Marner (46:41). 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 dream 2025 season continues for the Blue Jays, who must now decide what's next for Trey Yesavage (13:52), how to prepare for the playoffs (29:32) and what the future holds for Bo Bichette (51:37).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.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 Wednesday morning with Toronto Star columnist and Leafs historian Damien Cox. They discuss expectations for the Leafs post-Marner, key storylines for training camp, and Connor McDavid's contract situation in Edmonton. They then welcome Sportsnet.ca Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (25:58) to share insights on Bo Bichette's injury, his impact on the team, and how his potential free agency influences decisions. They also talk about the playoff rotation and the role of Jeff Hoffman in the bullpen as the season progresses.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Trey Yesavage's incredible outing, Braydon Fisher coming up clutch and more. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (28:03) weighs in on Yesavage, his deployment plan for the rest of the season and the remaining games. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (50:21) talks Yesavage, Bo Bichette and bounces around the MLB. Lastly, former Blue Jays LaTroy Hawkins (1:15:54) discusses his MLB career, why Toronto was a unique stop for him and Yesavage's sensational debut. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sho Alli and Ben Nicholson-Smith break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off win over the Orioles to take the series in Toronto! They get to your calls and texts, and get right to Alejandro Kirk, who came through with both a pinch-hit RBI single and the game-winning RBI sacrifice fly - how important is it that he gets going offensively again? They discuss the ninth inning at-large, including the Jays stringing together hits off the Orioles bullpen, Tommy Nance and Eric Lauer both pitching well in relief of Max Scherzer, Addison Barger smashing a solo home run, and take a look at the team's playoff positioning with their 86th win now secure. 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.

Ailish Forfar and Jesse Fuchs kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith ahead of the Jays series opener against the Orioles. They discuss Kevin Gausman's immaculate outing to close out the series against the Astros, what to expect from Gimenez in his first start at short stop since 2022, how Gausman going 9-innings helps Jeff Hoffman and the bullpen, the Jays struggles against the Orioles, and more. Then, they discuss Orelvis Martinez being DFA's as Alek Manoah continues to progress from his rehab stint in AAA, how Santander has looked early on in his rehab assignment, and more. Then, Ailish and Jesse tee up the Yankees/Red Sox series before welcoming Super Bowl 50 Champion Ryan Harris to the show. They discuss if the Packers are the cream of the crop in the NFL, the Lions offence without Ben Johnson and if the team's window is closed, and J.J. McCarthy's insane bounce back in his NFL debut. Then, they discuss how Rodgers is enjoying like under Tomlin. Ailish and Jesse end things off discussing Marc-André Fleury already coming out of retirement to play in the preseason with the Penguins, McDavid's contract situation, Kaprizov and the Wild's relationship, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

With the Blue Jays still atop the AL East, Ben weighs in on the good and bad surrounding this team, including Bo Bichette's injury (03:32), winning the off-season (21:45) and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (33:25).Additional audio from MLB.com.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they dissect Jack Hughes' comments about playing with his brother Quinn down the road, wherever that may be (3:00), plus they discuss the latest Blue Jays news with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (25:59), following a big comeback win over the Astros. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

Ben & Brent discuss the Blue Jays as they approach a crucial homestand and the final stretch of the season. They analyze upcoming competition and invite MLB Network's Robert Flores, who shares insights on the Jays' potential to win the A.L. East and the American League overall, highlighting their depth and rotation as key advantages. The trio identifies potential difference-makers for the last 19 games and postseason. They then bring in SN's Ben Nicholson-Smith (26:15) to delve into critical decisions and key players impacting the lineup, rotation, and bullpen.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

JD reacts to the Bills' improbable comeback victory against the Ravens on Sunday Night Football and quickly breaks down Week 1 of the NFL slate, before getting to the Blue Jays series loss against the Yankees in the Bronx (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to continue the conversation about the Blue Jays, Bo Bichette's recent injury, the Yankees' sign-stealing ability and John Schneider's comments on the subject, Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt's performances as they try to lock down a spot in the post-season rotation, and the current hierarchy in the bullpen (10:45). Later, JD takes a look at the angry Phillies fan who demanded a home run ball, the Ottawa Senators releasing a Ridly Greig empty-net slap shot bobblehead this season, and Connor McDavid's latest comments on his contract negotiations (36:57).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 wrap up the week with a detailed preview of the Toronto Blue Jays versus the New York Yankees. They invite former MLB catcher Erik Kratz to discuss the series, addressing bullpen concerns for both teams, defensive advantages, and lineup strengths. The conversation includes anticipation around Anthony Santander's return. They also welcome Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson Smith (26:31) to share his insights on the series' implications, rotation strategy, and predictions for the games ahead. 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.

First, a big-picture look at how the Blue Jays are positioned (0:50). Then, Ben and Arden discuss the latest adjustment to the rotation (20:30), Trey Yesavage (30:02) and the team's big bats (46:38).Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caAudio Credits: Sportsnet 590 The FAN, MiLB.com, WGR 550This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap a wild Tuesday game where Jose Berrios got shelled, the bullpen came through, and the bats came alive. The Athletics' C. Trent Rosecrans (31:33) updates on the youth movement of the Reds. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:10) provides thoughts on the trust level in Jeff Hoffman and the likelihood Trey Yesavage makes his way to the Blue Jays after coming out of the bullpen with the Bisons on Tuesday. Lastly, Savannah Bananas pitcher and professional baseball player Kelsie Whitmore (1:15:06) discusses her experience with the Bananas, the upcoming Women's Professional Baseball League, and her time with the U.S. national team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

After the Jays' blown loss to the Reds, Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to recap the first game of the series. They discuss the Jays options on the mound in the closer spot, the playoff race getting tighter in the AL East, and much more. Then, they discuss Felix Auger-Aliassime heading to the Quarter-Finals at the US Open, Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez doubles partnership, and more. Then, Ailish and Justin read your texts on how the Jays should approach their bullpen issues and draft the major world sporting events that they wish Canada was more a part of. 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.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee wrap up the week with a potential World Series preview as the Brewers visit. They chat with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson Smith about Shane Bieber's season and whether fans should be concerned about his contract situation. They also discuss Jeff Hoffman's performance and Addison Barger's future with the team. Jeff Blair (23:32) joins in to share his thoughts on the Brewers series, Bieber's debut, trade evaluations, rotation management, September call-ups, and bullpen concerns. They conclude with final thoughts on the Blue Jays vs. Brewers matchup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz kick off Jays Talk Plus by discussing Shane Bieber's impressive season debut and the Blue Jays' recent road trip. Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:55) joins to share his insights on Bieber, Eric Lauer's usage, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s potential return against the Twins. Jon Morosi (50:58) then analyzes Bieber's performance, the Yankees' struggles, and MLB's Reliever of the Year Award. Finally, Joon Lee (1:16:32) recaps the Red Sox vs. Yankees series and assesses the Red Sox bullpen's postseason viability.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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (0:40) live from the ballpark in Miami ahead of Shane Bieber's Blue Jays debut. They discuss his journey back to the mound, what to expect from the starting pitcher, what it means for Eric Lauer's next appearance, and more. Then Ailish and Justin tee up the game before welcoming Sportsnet's Adam Stanley to the show live from the CPKC Women's Open (26:14). They discuss teenage sensation Aphrodite Deng making her mark at the tournament, Brooke Henderson's Day 2 performance, the upcoming men's tournaments, and the storylines to keep an eye on, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD reacts to the Blue Jays series' loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tommy Pham's revenge game, before making the case that it should be José Berríos in the bullpen over Eric Lauer as the Jays stick with a five-man rotation (00:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith, host of At The Letters, joins JD to continue to the conversation on the starting rotation, Berríos' leash with Shane Bieber joining the squad against the Marlins this weekend, the strength of the bullpen with Lauer slated to join the group, expectations for Bieber in his first start since April 2024, and the effect that Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s injury has on the lineup (9:54). Later, JD discusses the comments by Auston Matthews on Mitch Marner heading to the Vegas Golden Knights (46:46).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jay Devon Travis to discuss his time with the Blue Jays, naming his son after Bo Bichette and taking pride in developing good baseball players. Following that, Former Red Sox development coach Katie Krall (32:00) reflects on her roles in baseball and why the upcoming Saber Seminar in Chicago is a valuable experience. Afterwards, Fair Territory's Alanna Rizzo (50:31) breaks down her chat with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and how she sees the AL East shaking out. Lastly, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:12:28) talks about Eric Lauer moving to the bullpen for the Marlins series, Braydon Fisher getting optioned to Triple-A and the upcoming stretch of crucial games for the Blue Jays. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Big picture, the Blue Jays are in a great spot – so Arden and Ben dive into some specific questions about Vlad Jr. (06:01), the newest member of the starting rotation (26:01) and the Jays' late-inning relief (34:29).Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caAdditional audio from MLB.comThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.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.

Brent and Sam kick off the final hour by reflecting on the Blue Jays' loss in Pittsburgh. They welcome Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the altercation involving Tommy Pham, potential retaliation, and the implications of Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s exit on the team's lineup. They also evaluate the bullpen's potential and identify the best lefty option. In the closing segment, they share takeaways from the NFL preseason, expectations for Shedeur Sanders, and their excitement for the new Dallas Cowboys documentary, while considering which other sports documentaries would be compelling (32:27).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.

JD opens with thoughts on the Blue Jays' loss to the Cubs at Rogers Centre on Wednesday, the importance of winning Thursday's series finale, and the recent performance of the starting rotation (00:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith joins to chat more about pitching, the expectations for Shane Bieber when he gets back to the big leagues, and the excitement around Trey Yesavage making his first Triple-A start (9:18). Later, former MLB All-Star, Andrew Miller, jumps on with JD to chat about his famous outings against the Blue Jays, the development of the game and how it's viewed, and the ongoing youth movement amongst the players, before getting into his work with the MLBPA, the continuing CBA negotiations and the changes that could come after next season (20:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

After a convincing win in the series opener against the Cubs, Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of tonight's Blue Jays game (3:15). They discuss the importance of the Jays continuing their run of success in hopes of a bye in the playoffs, if batting average matters, Alek Manoah's rehab start at Triple-A and his timeline for a potential return. Then, Ailish and Jesse debate the best active athletes at the age of 37 or older. Next, Mark Giordano joins the show (42:35) ahead of the Hockey Night in Brampton charity tournament. They discuss his time working with Matthew Schaefer and his time at the Leafs development camp.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 shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays activity at the MLB Trade Deadline, and reflects on the players moved out and acquired by Toronto during a busy day in baseball (00:00). Then, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to break down yesterday's excitement, the Blue Jays' strategy at the deadline, other options that may have been on the table for Toronto, before diving into the specifics of the team's newest reliever Louis Varland and some of the other bigger transactions around the league (15:58). Later, JD reflects on the deadline and questions whether or not the Blue Jays truly did enough, and what could've been more exciting (48:04). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In between a Blue Jays doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:35). They discuss the breaking news surrounding the Jays acquiring Orioles RP Seranthony Domínguez and break down the swing and miss he brings to the lineup, where he is expected to slot in in the bullpen, and more. Then, to discuss the summer of Summer, Brittany MacLean-Campbell joins the show (27:13). They discuss Summer McIntosh's newest Gold Medals for Canada at the World Championships in Singapore, the biggest challengers in the sport, the growth of the sport, Penny Oleksiak's rule violation case, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.