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Shi Davidi, Sportsnet's senior MLB columnist, joins JD to reflect on the comments from Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins and offers his read on why the President and General Manager didn't offer many meaningful thoughts (11:00). JD asks Shi about potential parallels between signing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, what may sway Bichette, if the Jays payroll is expected to grow, Shane Bieber opting in, not being married to Jeff Hoffman as the closer in 2026, and which of the Jays starting pitchers may play a role next season. JD ends the week with his thoughts on the new Hockey Canada jerseys. 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 and Brent continue into the second hour talking football with Charles Davis, NFL on CBS analyst! They begin with thoughts on last night's Broncos win over the Raiders and debate Denver's ceiling with Bo Nix at the helm. The guys also chat about the combination of Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye bringing the magic back to Foxborough, the Ravens' case to win the AFC North, the state of the Bills following last weekend's win over the Chiefs, and if the Buccaneers are for real. Charles wraps up with his take on who would win a NFL coach battle royale... don't sleep on Sean Payton. Later, the guys discuss the likelihood of Bo Bichette returning to the Blue Jays, the factors at play, and how much the decision could impact how we view Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro. Ben and Brent wrap up this hour with thoughts on how the upcoming Winter Olympics may have invigorated Sidney Crosby's hot start to the season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben and Brent dive into the second hour of today's show with more Maple Leafs thoughts. They question if Craig Berube seems worried about his club, if he's feeling the heat, and if there are any doubt about the team making the playoffs. Later, the boys take a look at Baseball America's projections for some free agent contracts this offseason. How much work do the Blue Jays have to do, and will it prohibit them from resigning Bo Bichette? Shi Davidi (25:55), Sportsnet MLB insider, joins the conversation to share his takeaways from the Blue Jays' World Series run. He dives into Toronto's growth as a baseball city, how to capitalize on this momentum to make sure it isn't a one-time thing, and the ripple effects of this World Series on the upcoming CBA negotiations. Shi also checks in on the Jays' chances to re-sign Bichette and Shane Bieber, how Bichette has changed his perception in Toronto, and how much time fans need before revisiting Game 7.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 game day! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Game 6, a potential World Series-clinching stage for the Jays against the Dodgers. They go through the lineup, including George Springer's return to the lead-off spot and Bo Bichette's corresponding move back to second base. Then, two-time World Series champ and MLB Network's Al Leiter joins the show (11:45) to discuss what mentality the Jays must have against a red-hot Yoshinobu Yamamoto, what Kevin Gausman can take away from Trey Yesavage's outing, and his memories from playing in the World Series. Later, Sportsnet play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman stops by (32:00) to share his confidence levels going into Game 6 against Yamamoto, the late-innings plan for Bichette, Addison Barger's growth, Chris Bassitt embracing the bullpen role, and his favourite moments from the booth through the Jays' playoff run.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.
Brady is back on a Halloween Friday, putting a bow on the John Stanton discussion from earlier this week, and then he talks about how the Blue Jays could cause the Mariners to change their offensive approach.Furthermore, Brady wanted Bo Bichette on the Mariners, but now doesn't think so, but none of it really matters because Bichette will be priced out of the M's range.Then, Tom Caron, who covers the Red Sox stops by to talk about the 2004 Red Sox turned the heartbreak of 2003 into a championship season. Can the Mariners replicate the formula?
La nanarologie, LE cours en ligne qui vous permet de voyager en toute sécurité dans le monde du cinéma bis et à terme de devenir de vrais spécialistes.Un sombre passé volontairement glissé sous le tapis pour n'avoir que le souvenir d'une série culte n'empêche pas nos experts du mauvais goût cinématographique de discuter du film avant la série. Nous y retrouvons les célèbres personnages comme Bichette, Marcel, Benoit et même ce bon vieux Loto !BOOH ! Vous avez eu peur ? C'est notre épisode d'Halloween !Année : 1992Origine : États-UnisRéalisateur : Fran Rubel KuzuiCasting : Kristy Swanson, Donald Sutherland, Luke Perry, Hilary Swank, Rutger Hauer, David Arquette, Paul Reubens, Thomas Jane, Ben Affleck---------------------------Introduction : Reprise 8-bit par LtBolo d'Against the Ninja du groupe Dragon Sound, bande-originale du film Miami Connection : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMsY8...Conclusion : Thème du film Dangerous MenBluesky : https://bsky.app/profile/nanarologie.bsky.socialDiscord : https://discord.gg/F9BCqTaaxpLetterboxd : https://letterboxd.com/Nanarologie/
The 18-Inning Epic Game 3Game 3 clocked in at 6 hours and 39 minutes19 pitchers used between both teamscatcher taking the mound.Just hours after that exhausting game, Shohei Ohtani took the mound again in game 4 — still serving as DH — “If you told anyone 15 years ago that a player would pull that off, no one would believe you.”Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch two-run homer off Ohtani flipped the series energy. - Mat calls Guerrero's home run potentially “one of the top three or four in Blue Jays history” if they go on to win the Series.Bo Bichette continued to shine, proving the Jays' depth and resilience.Their goal: Bring the series back to Canada.
Ben and Brent begin the second hour by previewing Game 6 of the World Series! They discuss George Springer's status ahead of Friday's matchup, before taking a closer look at what Bo Bichette's comments to Ken Rosenthal could indicate about his future in Toronto. Later, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (25:38) joins to share his thoughts on the series, including Trey Yesavage's standout outing, Blake Snell's struggles, Bichette's resurgence, and how these storylines could shape Game 6 and the offseason.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 Bunkis is joined by Sam McKee, host and producer at Sportsnet 590 The FAN, to reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series. They discuss the Rogers Centre's electric atmosphere, Addison Barger's pinch-hit grand slam -- the first in Fall Classic history, and contributions from up and down the Jays' roster. Afterwards, the duo reacts to Bo Bichette's absence from Toronto's Game 2 lineup and share their optimism that Bichette could stay a Jay beyond 2025. 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 had the chance to chat with Blue Jays' pitching coach Pete Walker (1:13) from the World Series Media Day to talk about Trey Yesavage making his first Fall Classic start, Chris Bassitt's adjustment into a bullpen role during the ALCS and his projected workload against the L.A. Dodgers, and Jeff Hoffman's closing confidence. Then, MLB Network host Greg Amsinger (8:43) weighs in on how Game 1 is a must-win for the Blue Jays, if we'll see a complete game from a Dodgers' pitcher, and Vladdy's perception in America. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by (22:53) to discuss Bo Bichette's deployment at 2B, who ends up facing Shohei Ohtani coming out of the bullpen, and Louis Varland's expected usage. To wrap up before Game 1, The Athletic's Jayson Stark jumps on (45:17) to give his thoughts on the impact of Bichette's long layoff, Blake Snell's strong competitive pitch arsenal, if the Dodgers have 'ruined' baseball, and who is the most important player for the Blue Jays outside of Guerrero Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays' Game 1 lineup, which includes Bo Bichette in the clean-up spot and at second base. They weigh in on the decision and look at the rest of the World Series roster before listening in on Ross Atkins' and Bichette's game-day availability. Later, TVA Sports' play-by-play announcer Denis Casavant (27:58) discusses the Jays' reception in Quebec considering the province's historical ties to the Dodgers, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s similarities and differences to his father and his expectations for Trey Yesavage in Game 1. Finally, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability.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.
Mark Knudson and Drew Creasman are joined by Dante Bichette to break down Bo Bichette and the Toronto Blue Jays vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. Plus, thoughts on the future of the Colorado Rockies and the history of Coors Field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
James Duthie's story of Brady Tkachuk cutting Claude Giroux's sticks, a “grunty” win by the Senators, and the Jays name their Game 1 starter with nothing final on Bichette.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays advancing to the World Series, the team's journey for the season, George Springer's incredible home run and his iconic year, Bo Bichette's status to play against the Dodgers, John Schneider's legacy and more.
Ben and Brent kick off the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs General Manager and friend of the show! After sharing his thoughts on the Blue Jays' poor start to the ALCS, Gord weighs in on the Maple Leafs' 3-2 defeat to the Red Wings, Easton Cowan's first impressions on the top line, and what needs to change for this team to get back in the win column. Later, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo (25:15) of Mad Dog Radio and ESPN's First Take, joins the boys to discuss the outlook for the Jays ahead of Game 3, how the Mariners' starters line up for the rest of the ALCS, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. cooling off following his red-hot ALDS, and Bo Bichette's future with the organization.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.
Episode 115 of Chase for 28 sets the stage for the American League Division Series between the Yankees and the Blue Jays. Chris and the Podcast Padre rewind the Wild Card win, revisit last episode's trivia answer, and look ahead to a best-of-five series that promises pressure-packed baseball.The conversation dives into pitching matchups (Luis Gil, Max Fried, Carlos Rodón, and Cam Schlittler vs. Gausman, Bieber, and a rookie arm), positional advantages across the diamond, and why the Yankees' ability to handle pressure could be the deciding factor. They also discuss the impact of injuries (Bellinger's heel, Bichette's absence, Berríos' elbow), the role of contact hitting, and whether Toronto's layoff helps or hurts them. Predictions are made for both the Yankees' series and across the league, while SeatGeek powers another sponsorship shoutout. The episode wraps with a brand-new trivia challenge digging into Yankees pitching history.Yankees Trivia
Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi wrap up Friday morning with Toronto Sun Blue Jays reporter Rob Longley. They discuss the Jays' matchup with the Yankees and potential rotation strategies learned from intersquad games. Will Bo Bichette be ready for Saturday? What questions loom for the playoff roster, and are there expectations for Anthony Santander and Vladdy? The guys also chat with former Blue Jay Kevin Barker (24:28), who shares his thoughts on the Yankees series, how the Jays might utilize Bassitt and Scherzer, and how to compensate for Bichette's absence.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 kick off the second hour with a look back on the Blue Jays' big win over the Rays last night. They question what to do with José Berríos if he isn't in the playoff rotation and what that means for him going into next year, before looking into Bo Bichette's timeline to return. Next, the guys update the latest news surrounding Kawhi Leonard including NBA Commissioner Adam Silver seemingly contradicting himself and what the ramifications for the Clippers could be. Later, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (25:22) weighs in on Bichette's untimely injury, how the team can manage in his absence, and how this IL stint could impact Bo's free agency. The trio wrap up with thoughts on who will make the Jays' playoff roster and Trey Yesavage's encouraging MLB debut.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Toronto Blue Jays Manager John Schneider joined OverDrive to discuss the team's overall season, Trey Yesavage's solid debut, Bo Bichette's injury and his return to the roster, George Springer in the spotlight, the positive atmosphere on the team, what has led to success with the bats and more.
Peter and Jack work through the headlines on this SportsGrid episode of the Just Baseball Show. Then, Aram comes in for the save on the big league debuts upcoming.Intro/Two Clinchers (MIL/PHI): 0:00One Thing to Look Forward To: 13:00Peter's World Series Future: 21:00Injury Bug (Volpe, Will Smith, Kyle Tucker, Bichette, Skubal): 32:00Injury Bug continued: 42:00Debuts (Eldridge, Yesavage): 50:00Join Our DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMOur Sponsors:* Check out T-Mobile: https://www.t-mobile.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ben and Brent continue into the second hour by taking stock of Trey Yesavage's impressive debut. They discuss how many more starts they need to see to solidify his spot in the rotation, how would he look in the bullpen, and his potential role in October. The pair also chat about Bo Bichette's injury and if it could be longer recovery then initially anticipated. Can Andrés Giménez fill the gap at shortstop in the meantime? Later on, Sportsnet's own Shi Davidi (26:45) shares his take on Yesavage's strong start his MLB career, how the Blue Jays should handle both his deployment and the wider rotation going forward, as well as the latest with Bichette and how this injury could affect his upcoming free agency.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 about his lineup decisions with Bo Bichette on the IL, if Addison Barger can be a mainstay as the clean-up hitter, Anthony Santander's rehab stint with Buffalo, revisiting Jeff Hoffman's workload and sequencing his pitches, when he would consider changing the closer role, Kevin Gausman's longevity, Jose Berrios' progression back towards being himself on the mound, confidence in Davis Schneider, and the feeling of playing at home. Then, Buffalo Bisons play-by-play voice Pat Malacaro stops by to elaborate on Santander's rehab, Trey Yesavage's adjustment to pitching in AAA, Orelvis Martínez's struggles, and the outlook on Alek Manoah's potential road back to 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 affiliate.
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the Blue Jays' loss to the Astros in dramatic fashion (00:00). The guys get into Jeff Hoffman allowing another 9th inning home run and whether or not a change should be made in the bullpen, the case for Trey Yesavage to be brought up, the recent offensive struggles without Bo Bichette in the lineup, and how the lineup could shake out when Bichette returns from injury. Later, JD and Ben chat about the use of AI in the major leagues to track pitches and steal signs, and the comments made by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver about streaming games (35:00).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.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' electric walk-off win against the Astros, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s impressive plays in the game, playing through Bo Bichette's injury on the roster, John Schneider's perspective for the team, Shane Bieber's progression and more.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays and Astros' matchup, Bo Bichette going on the IL and the next man mentality for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the lineup, Anthony Santander's reoccurring injury, Shane Bieber back on the mound and more.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with MLB Network's Jon Morosi following Bo Bichette landing on the IL. They discuss how Bichette's injury could affect the Jays in their playoff race in the final weeks of the season, the tight races around the league and more. Then, ahead of the Jays series opener against the Houston Astros, Ben Shulman joins the show. They discuss how the Jays will adapt without Bo for at least the next 10 days, how the Jays can fill the void, the importance of the series, the faith John Schneider and Pete Walker have in Jose Berrios, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss the latest reporting from the Raptors' negotiations with Kawhi in 2019. 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 win over the Yankees to take the series opener in New York! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman, who shut down the Yankees bats to the tune of one run over eight innings of work - is the 'ace' version of Gausman back? They also discuss the offence, including great nights for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette - why does Vladdy Jr. always hit so well in New York, and what's the future like for 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.
MLB.com's Keegan Matheson on the Blue Jays in New York for the biggest series of the season, AL East race, Shane Bieber not pitching against the Yankees, playoff rotation, and bounce-back seasons for Springer and Bichette.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 13-9 comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds to close out the series. They debate who is the Jays' MVP this season between George Springer and Bo Bichette, break down Shane Bieber's mid-game adjustments, and share their confidence levels in the bullpen heading into their pivotal series against the Yankees. Then, they get into where Anthony Santander would slot in if he gets healthy. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (28:00) stops by to discuss the stakes of the Jays/Yanks weekend series, Springer's miraculous resurgence, Bichette's open-market value, and he ranks his top three teams in each league. Finally, Jeff and Kevin open up the Back Leg Line to take your calls and questions!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.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines from the Blue Jays' series against the Reds, Jose Berrios' future in the rotation, the bullpen issues on the roster, Bo Bichette's contract value growing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, George Springer's excellent stretch and more.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines from the Blue Jays' series against the Reds, Jose Berrios' future in the rotation, the bullpen issues on the roster, Bo Bichette's contract value growing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, George Springer's excellent stretch and more.
Josh Elliott-Wolfe & Dominic Šramaty host. Julia Kreuz joins the show to talk Blue Jays. Will Jeff Hoffman continue to be the closer? George Springer finds the fountain of youth, and when will Bichette sign? Then, it's time for "Cap or no cap". The guys talk about the Canucks NHL 26 ratings, and which prospect is most likely to make the roster? ESPN Hockey reporter Greg Wyshynski joins the show. The guys talk Crosby & Malkin's future in Pittsburgh, McDavid extension in Edmonton, and more NHL news. 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.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins OverDrive to discuss Shane Bieber making his debut against the Marlins, Jose Berrios' tough outing and his stance in the rotation lineup, facing Paul Skenes on the mound, Rob Manfred's comments on divisional realignment, Bo Bichette's contract deal and the position values and more.
Ben and Brent open this hour hearing from Blue Jays President and CEO, Mark Shapiro, who spoke about Bo Bichette's future with the organization in a recent interview. Is there anything we can learn from this? The guys turn their attention to José Berríos and wonder if, due to his recent struggles, the team should ponder a "phantom IL" stint to get him right. As Shane Bieber's return to the majors grows closer, the duo express how careful the Blue Jays need to be handling his first starts back. They also take some time to catch up with the rest of the American League East and question who's a bigger threat down the stretch: the Yankees or Red Sox? Later on, Rob Longley (23:15) of the Toronto Sun offers takeaways from Toronto's homestand, before diving into the team's pending decisions of a possible six-man rotation and who should be in the lineup everyday. 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.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss Alek Manoah's future with the Blue Jays and his quest back to the mound, the six-man rotation on the team, the offensive outline of the roster, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s notable season, the future of Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins, Bo Bichette's stock and more.
Vlad Sedler and Joe Orrico break down this weekend's FAAB targets, pitching rotations to fade, offenses with great matchups and August and full evaluation of the Toronto Blue Jays and their World Series prospects. Vlad and Joe also rank the top five rotations in baseball for the rest of the season. Enjoy!TOPICSA cup of JoeFavorite player growing upProduction: the other side of fantasy contentShifting priorities, evolving and...youth on your side!Blue Jays breakdownGuerrero and Bichette: still young, still goodGeorge Springer and local team anti-biasIs Addison Barger for real?Will Anthony Santander return?How to pronounce Nathan LukesRest of August offenses / How to Stream / Pitching staffs to target hitters against12-team hitter targets like Isaac CollinsRanking the Top 5 Rotations2 special gut predictionsBeing unapologetically youJoin us at FTN for the football season! - home of DVOA, StatsHub and the Most Accurate Rankings of 2024
ESPN MLB Analyst Tim Kurkjian joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around MLB, the Blue Jays' pitching overview, the ideology of a six-man rotation, Bo Bichette's strong season and the value of a contract, the Red Sox's stellar stretch, the troubling games for the Yankees, Aaron Judge's return to the lineup and more.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines from the Blue Jays, Eric Lauer's season on the mound and if he is a playoff starter, Bo Bichette seeking a new contract, the potential of the salary cap, the Red Sox elevating in the AL East and more.
JD starts the week with thoughts on the Blue Jays' dominant victory over the Rockies after losing the previous series to the Royals, and the Yankees' struggles as they attempt to make up ground on Toronto, before getting into the recent heroics of Bo Bichette (00:00). Jim Bowden, MLB insider and former GM, joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' moves at the trade deadline, notably the Shane Bieber acquisition from the Guardians, how the Jays should approach the rotation with the emergence of Eric Lauer, the additions to the bullpen, the question of whether or not Bichette will re-sign in Toronto, and the front office's strategy to continue improving the farm system (7:51). Later, JD touches on the Maple Leafs settling with Nick Robertson on a one-year contract ahead of his arbitration hearing, and where the Leafs' bottom-six is headed next season (37:11).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 Rubinoff kick things off with Rob Longley (3:37) to tee up the Blue Jays series against the Rockies. They discuss the teams new additions, who could potentially be the Jays' Game 1 playoff starter, Scherzer's recent stretch of play, the trust in the Jays' top bullpen arms including Hoffman, Bichette leading the way in hitting and how it could affect his next contract this offseason, and more. Then, with the NFL preseason underway, Cynthia Frelund (26:50) joins the show to discuss the biggest storylines around the league starting with the Micah Parsons trade request out of Dallas. They take a look into the early days of Ben Johnson with the Bears and what the expectations should be in his first season as a head coach, preseason playoff expectations for the AFC, and much more. Next, Mike Kelly (50:04) joins the show to discuss early predictions for Team Canada's 2026 Olympic roster following the 42-player orientation. They break down the goaltending options, the notable omissions, if Celebrini could make the roster, 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.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' matchup against the Orioles, the team's trade deadline priorities, Bo Bichette's possible contract extension, his skills with the bat, Max Scherzer's ceiling on the roster, John Schneider's positive season and more.
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the Tigers to take the series in Detroit! He takes your calls and texts, and discusses the 'three stars' of the game: Kevin Gausman, Bo Bichette, and George Springer. He gets into Gausman's 10 K outing over six innings of work, Bichette delivering the game-winning two-run single in the top of the eighth inning, and Springer making up for an early gaffe with a three-hit day including a home run. Plus, he discusses the imminent return of Daulton Varsho, what Alek Manoah's contributions could look like post-rehab, and continues to debate whether starting or relief pitching should be the target at the trade deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins us on Mail It In Friday to discuss the Jays ' post-All-Star break surge. Phillips is asked if he'd move Barger to make a big splash in the trade market, and he shares his thoughts on Bichette's contract situation with the Jays.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' winning statement in the AL East, the depth of the roster, the pitching options at the trade deadline, the managerial perspective of the team, Bo Bichette's top notch stretch, the Phillies walk-off on catcher interference and more.
In our 97th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by trying to determine what on earth is happening with the medical staff in Houston along with other transactions, including the call-up of Mike's favorite, Yanquiel Fernandez. Then we discuss players that can help in specific categorical needs for grinding out roto points down the stretch.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!Sign up here to get access to all of the Razzball tools to win your 2025 fantasy leagues!Links to things discussed in the pod:Astros shut down Yordan Alvarez, who suffers setback with hand injuryJeremy Pena is the latest in Houston to be initially misdiagnosed, lands on IL with rib fractureSpencer Schwellenbach down with broken elbow Tyler Mahle's shoulder injury keeping him shelved through JulyGriffin Canning ruptures his left AchillesKerry Carpenter shelved with hammy injuryWhite Sox place Luis Robert Jr. on ILHamstring injury bites Jordan Lawler, set to miss weeksRockies DFA Sam Hilliard, Yanquiel Fernandez set to debutAtlanta cuts Alex Verdugo, adds Jurickson Profar to rosterRangers demote Josh Jung, activate Jake BurgerA's promote Colby Thomas to big leaguesDave Parker passes away at 74Upcoming baseball card release schedule:7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of SummerCategories Discussion (52:22)Hitting Category HelpersHome runsJ: Austin HaysM: Michael TogliaRBIJ: Alec BurlesonM: Brent RookerStealsJ: Trevor StoryM: Luis RengifoAverageJ: Bo BichetteM: Jordan Beck
Behind strong pitching from Bassitt and Lauer as well as two big home runs from Bichette and Barger, the Toronto Blue Jays were able to take two of three from the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Jays remain in the second American League Wild Card spot as the season nears the halfway point. Justin and Patrick discuss lineup construction, Kevin Gausman's struggles, injury updates, and trade possibilities.
Mike and Rico go to more of the people on the hypothetical Bo Bichette trade.
Mike and Rico continue their Bichette conversation, wondering if there are any reasons why the Tigers shouldn't trade for him.
Mike and Rico start the second hour with a reaction to the Tom Thibodeau firing before fielding more of your calls on Bo Bichette. Then, they preview the J. Batt press conference tomorrow and David joins for a CFB Blitz.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Blue Jays, the lack of hitting and power on the team, the stars struggles with the bat, the rotation's positive factors, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette's statistics under the microscope and more.