Podcast appearances and mentions of blake murphy

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend where Alejandro Kirk was the hero on Friday, Myles Straw showed his power, George Springer returned to the leadoff spot and Jose Berrios struggled on Sunday. Hannah Mears (29:44) of SportsNet Pittsburgh talks Paul Skenes and the Pirates ahead of the series opener today. Afterwards, Erik Kratz (53:06) of Foul Territory bounces around the MLB and give his thoughts on the Blue Jays' roster and if John Schneider will win AL Manager of the Year. In the final segment, Blake and Julia take your texts on how a potential 6-man rotation shakes out (1:22:59).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 Thursday's win as Max Scherzer continues to produce quality starts and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. came up clutch once again. Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (25:20) joins to discuss Guerrero Jr.'s season and upcoming changes to the 40-man roster. MLB.com's Kennedi Landry (51:42) previews the Texas Rangers, who continue to struggle with run production. Afterwards, Apple TV's Tricia Whitaker (1:15:15) previews Rangers-Blue Jays, the experience of sharing a pocket pancake with Brewers manager Pat Murphy 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Wednesday's loss, highlighting Cade Horton and the Cubs' bullpen's challenges for Toronto. MLB.com's Shanthi Sepe-Chepuru (31:25) discusses the Blue Jays, Jen Pawol's umpiring debut, and more. Bisons catcher Brandon Valenzuela (50:18) shares his trade experience and time with the Blue Jays organization. Longtime umpire Perry Barber (1:02:17) reflects on Jen Pawol's journey and the role of women in baseball. Finally, Blue Jays Director of Amateur Scouting Marc Tramuta (1:17:11) talks about Toronto's 2025 draft picks, including JoJo Parker and Jake Cook.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 Tuesday's series-opening win, where Jose Berrios battled, Ernie Clement hit a huge home run, and Daulton Varsho continued to mash. After Lance Brozdowski (29:50) breaks down the emergence of the cutter, why Trey Yesavage is a unique pitcher and the impact Shane Bieber could have on the rotation. Afterwards, FanGraphs Meg Rowley (51:04) describes the bliss of being a Mariners fan right now and why it's significant that Dodgers manager Dave Roberts called out Shohei Ohtani for his baserunning blunder on Sunday vs. the Blue Jays. Lastly, former Blue Jay Kevin Pillar (1:17:47) reflects on his MLB career, the pillars of great MLB clubhouses and transitioning to media. 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 are joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Trey Yesavage heading to Triple-A, the plan for Shane Bieber and Teoscar Hernandez revealing how close he was to re-signing with the Blue Jays. Geoff Pontes (25:50) of Baseball America discusses Toronto's top 30 prospects, including a player few have heard of that's garnering attention. Travis Sawchik (51:38) of Driveline Baseball breaks down his recent piece on hitters featuring various types of swings and Bieber's potential with Toronto. Lastly, Meghan Montemurro (1:15:09) of the Chicago Tribune previews the Cubs as they begin a 3-game set vs. Toronto at the Rogers Centre. 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 the Dodgers series, including Jeff Hoffman's struggles, Mason Fluharty coming up clutch, and the bats waking up late (29:06). The Athletic's Deren VanRiper (50:22) joins them to talk Brewers, Jacob Misiorowski and Josh Naylor's hot start with the Mariners. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (1:14:45) breaks down Jeff Hoffman's uneven numbers, Toronto's trouble allowing the long ball and Kyle Tucker's scuffling at the plate. 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 the additions of Shane Bieber, Ty France and Louis Varland. Sportsnet's Chris Black (27:14) discusses what his deep dive into Shane Bieber revealed. Hannah Keyser (51:25) of The Bandwagon Substack provides her thoughts on the Padres and Mariners going for it. After, Levi Weaver (1:15:15) of The Athletic recaps the trade deadline and looks at the state of the MLB.  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.

In the second hour of Jays Talk Plus, Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Jon Becker to discuss Shane Bieber's trade to the Toronto Blue Jays and the potential for more moves before the 6 PM deadline. They also re-evaluate the Blue Jays' acquisition of Seranthony Domínguez. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (23:24) from Sportsnet joins to explore other trade possibilities for Toronto, focusing on their need for relievers versus position players, and recap the Jays' series finale against the Orioles.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.

Davy Andrews, writer at FanGraphs and member of The Subway Ghosts, joins Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz to help recap the flurry of trades from this morning. He checks in on the Twins' stance in the trade market as the deadline quickly approaches, before sharing what it's like covering today's news and his thoughts on the Blue Jays' moves so far. TheScore's Brandon Wile (14:11) tags in to discuss A.J. Preller's track record of multiple transactions after acquiring Mason Miller and J.P. Sears, the Red Sox' lack of moves, and Shane Bieber's immense upside. Matt Gelb (30:55), Phillies beat writer for The Athletic, stops by to chat about Philadelphia's acquisition of Jhoan Duran, the pieces sent to Minnesota in exchange, and the prospects to watch in the Phils' system. Blake and Julia wrap up with some text-line 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.

Blake Murphy rides solo into the final hour of today's MLB Trade Deadline special. Jonah Birenbaum, senior editor at TheScore, joins the conversation to discuss Toronto's acquisition of Shane Bieber, the best names still on the board, and his favourite deadline moves in Blue Jays history. Anthony Recker (21:38), former big leaguer and current MLB Network analyst, shares what it's like as a player ahead of the trade deadline, the Mets' work to reshape their bullpen, the National League East arms race, and more! Blake wraps today's program reading more of your texts with only four hours to go until the deadline (32:35).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 kick off Jays Talk Plus with insights on the Blue Jays' recent trade for Shane Bieber. They discuss the associated risks and potential upsides. Jordan Shusterman from Yahoo Sports joins to analyze the trade, potential moves for relievers, and other transactions expected before 6 PM. In the latter half, Shi Davidi (28:08) adds his perspective on the trade and the Blue Jays' long-term plans for Bieber.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 a wild Tuesday including two losses, Chad Green getting DFA'd, Seranthony Dominguez's crazy day and what he adds to the Blue Jays. MLB InsiderJim Bowden (30:05) discusses the addition of Dominguez, the starter and reliever pitching market and how active he's expecting the deadline to be. Craig Goldstein (50:00) of Baseball Prospectus gives his thought on Dominguez's playoff track record and what moves the Los Angeles Dodgers might make. Lastly, Blake and Julia take your texts (1:19:30) on players who could become Blue Jays before 6pm on Thursday and how concerning the 4-game losing streak is.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 discuss Chris Bassitt and the pitching staff struggling in the loss to the Orioles, as well as Bo Bichette's consecutive hit streak and Addison Barger's at-bats recently. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (24:59) comes by to preview the trade deadline and Toronto's reported interest in Pirates pitchers David Bednar and Dennis Santana. Ben Clemens (49:54) of FanGraphs recaps the results of his Trade Value Series. Lastly, Sportsnet's Jamie Campbell (1:19:33) discusses the “Jamie Campbell Bursary” and what to watch for from the Blue Jays ahead of 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the Blue Jays taking 3 of 4 vs. the Tigers, Max Scherzer's start, Bo Bichette's at-bats and more. Afterwards, former Blue Jay Homer Bush (29:52) joins the show to reflect on his career, Toronto's playing style and his son nearing the big leagues. Sportsnet's Madison Shipman (49:49) comes in-studio to talk about Toronto's ability to manufacture runs and the team heading into August. Lastly, Orioles broadcaster Melanie Newman (1:15:15) provides the state of Baltimore heading into 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss Eric Lauer going 8 innings of one-run ball and Toronto's balanced attack. Former Blue Jay Frank Catalanotto (30:40) joins to reflect on his MLB career and why he likes Toronto's offence. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:52) previews the trade market and where the Blue Jays can improve the team. Lastly, Joe Doyle (1:16:08) of Over-Slot Baseball discusses why he is so high on Toronto's 2025 MLB Draft. 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 discuss the Blue Jays' series win over the Yankees, the value of great defensive play, and the raucous Rogers Centre crowd. Dan Szymborski (30:15) of FanGraphs breaks down why Toronto's front office should consider going all-in on this season ahead of the trade deadline. Cody Stavenhagen (50:40) of The Athletic provides the state of the Tigers, who have lost nine of their last 10 games, ahead of Toronto's trip to Detroit. Afterwards, Vancouver Canadians hitting coach and former Blue Jay, Jonathan Davis (01:15:10) joins the show to reflect on his career and transition to coaching.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 open the show recapping the Blue Jays' loss to the Yankees where Max Scherzer got dinged up and Jeff Hoffman conceded a game-winning home run in the ninth. Chris Rose (30:20) of Jomboy Media gives his take on the Jays, Jacob Misiorowski's role with the Brewers for the rest of the season, and the state of the Cleveland Guardians. Brandon Warne (51:51) of Locked on Twins updates on the cost of players that Minnesota might move at the trade deadline. Afterwards, Keith McPherson (01:13:50) of WFAN660 discusses the Yankees' side of their three-games series at Rogers Centre including Anthony Volpe's blunders at shortstop and New York's power showing up at the plate on Tuesday.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 Toronto's series-opening win over the Yankees, featuring Kevin Gausman throwing seven scintillating innings, the bullpen coming through, and the Blue Jays' offensive versatility. Afterwards, No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, Tyler Bremner (21:05), joins to talk about getting drafted, his Canadian roots, and desire to honour his late mother. Following that, Blue Jays prospect Johnny King (35:07) breaks down his pitching mentality, the move to the Dunedin Blue Jays, and some mentorship from a former Cy Young winner. Sportsnet broadcaster Dan Shulman (50:43) pops by to look at trade deadline decisions Toronto's front office is facing. Lastly, Deeshar Thosar (01:17:43) of FOX Sports gives her take on the inevitability of the Blue Jays and executives under the most pressure 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Blue Jays' weekend sweep of the Giants featuring Will Wagner and Joey Loperfido rising to the occasion, Toronto's balanced scoring habits, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s rollercoaster weekend. Bob Lorenz (30:00) of the YES Network sets the stage for the Yankees as they travel to Toronto for a three-game showdown. Sportsnet's own Chris Black (50:22) joins in-studio to discuss the Blue Jays' unsung heroes, the team's platoon of Tyler Heineman and Alejandro Kirk behind the plate, and some trade targets to watch. Michael Baumann (01:18:03) of FanGraphs wraps up today's show with a preview of the upcoming MLB 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz look at major storylines for the second half of the season. Four-time World Series champion Javier Lopez (28:15) joins to discuss winning culture, the Giants and his MLB career. Erik Kratz discusses his All-Star experience and credits John Schneider for the job he's done as manager (50:40). Lastly, Ben Shulman provides his trade deadline targets and what changes when Daulton Varsho, Anthony Santander and Andres Gimenez all return (1:18:15).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 comedian Roy Wood Jr. to discuss his baseball fandom, his Cubs and more. Former Blue Jay, Chris Colabello (26:30), joins to reminisce about the 2015 and 2016 teams, conversations with Jose Bautista and Josh Donaldson about hitting, and the mindset for success at the plate. Afterwards, Kate MacLean (50:05) of “Pkew Pkew Pkew” discusses joining the band, before Blake and Julia take your texts (01:12:15)!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 the All-Star Game and the debut of the "swing-off" format that crowned the National League as champions. Keith Law (25:50) of The Athletic joins to discuss JoJo Parker, Jared Spencer and how Toronto fared in the 2025 MLB Draft. FanGraph's Kiri Oler (50:17) gives some fashion takes from last night's red carpet and breaks down her BaseRuns Game Show series. Lastly, veteran poker player and author of the “Punt of the Day” Substack, Sam Greenwood (01:16:35), discusses his baseball fandom and the similarities between baseball and poker.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 talk the Home Run Derby and prospects drafted yesterday in Micah Buckman, Tim Piasentin and more. Brandon Wile (26:35) talks about the All-Star festivities and the surging Red Sox. Afterwards, Jim Bowden (49:43) discusses front office tactics around the trade deadline and how much a quality starting pitcher will cost the Blue Jays. Lastly, former Blue Jay Justin Smoak (1:14:21) pops by to talk about the 2015 and 2016 rosters and his seasons in Toronto.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekends action, including John Schneider's ejection, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles and Jose Berrios' start. Matt Vasgersian (29:19) tees up the All-Star festivities. Afterwards, Shi Davidi (49:39) and Geoff Pontes (1:14:47) get you familiar with the newest Blue Jays in Jojo Parker and Jake Cook as well as lookahead to what's next for Toronto on Day 2 of the MLB Draft. 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 Kevin Barker get set for the Blue Jays' final series before the All-Star break in Sacramento against the Athletics. A's TV analyst Dallas Braden (10:05) shares what the Jays can expect over the weekend series, the next steps in the Athletics' development, the difficulty of evaluating talent at Sutter Health Park, players that could be on the move at the deadline, and how older pitchers handle the Sacramento heat. Later, Blue Jays manager John Schneider (25:50) discusses how he's preparing for the sunshine down south, bullpen availability ahead of the All-Star break, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s timing issues, why Bo Bichette fits best in the clean-up spot, Joey Loperfido's Triple-A improvements, the pressure that comes with leading the division, 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.

Blake Murphy and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays TV analyst Caleb Joseph (4:38) to chat about a catcher's job with their pitcher dealing with the heat before and during a game, if Vladdy Jr. is 'one swing away' from returning to hitting form, Bo Bichette's ability to create opportunities, Alejandro Kirk taking ownership behind the plate and for the team's infield defence, and the importance of getting a start before an All-Star break. Then, Jays' infielder Ernie Clement joins the guys (26:52) to discuss his transition and balance from being aggressive to patience with his at-bats, playing multiple positions in the infield, Davis Schneider finding his way back onto the team, George Springer's veteran experience, and how the clubhouse is handling the recent stretch of success sitting atop of the AL 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to reflect on the 10-game win streak and Vladdy's struggles in the series finale. Joshua Rodrigues (30:35) emphasizes the importance of communication between players and coaches, as well as identifying good baserunning habits. Jon Morosi (51:00) analyzes the state of the AL East and the opportunity ahead for the Blue Jays. Ben Clemens (1:15:11) outlines what is ahead in his annual Trade Value column, with the deadline a few weeks away. 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 the win vs. the White Sox where Davis Schneider homered and a big 3rd inning catapulted Toronto to a win in an abbreviated game. Chelsea Janes (31:58) talks Max Scherzer and the state of the Washington Nationals. Patrick Dubuque (51:19) analyzes Ernie Clement's contact ability and what is going on in Baltimore. Lastly, Jonathan Mayo (1:15:57) discusses options for the Jays in the 2025 MLB Draft and the state of their farm system. 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 Toronto's 9th win in a row, including José Berríos' start, the flurry of home runs and the culture of the Blue Jays. ESPN's Jesse Rogers (35:03) reveals front office trade deadline stories. FanGraphs' Davy Andrews (54:56) gives his take on the George Springer renaissance. Lastly, The Athletic's Mitch Bannon (1:21:51) shares his trade deadline targets and discusses the impact of Eric Lauer's emergence with 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 affiliates.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Chris Black to talk George Springer getting snubbed from the All-Star Roster and how this Blue Jay team compares to other playoff squads in recent history. John Schriffen (31:00), White Sox play-by-play voice, discusses the state of the Sox and his career path in broadcasting. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:45) joins Blake in-studio for the hour to suggest relievers, starters, and right-handed hitters that Toronto can look to acquire 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open Friday's episode with thoughts on the Blue Jays' four-game sweep of the New York Yankees. The focus in on the key contributors in the series including George Springer performance mashing four home runs and the depth down the lineup stepping up. Jon Becker (30:28), analyst at FanGraphs, checks in on the MLB trade market and highlights the Jays' needs as the deadline steadily approaches. Tricia Whitaker (51:10), Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball sideline reporter, shares her thoughts amidst Toronto's hot streak as they welcome the Angels to town. Rhett Bollinger (01:16:18) of MLB.com continues the conversation and discusses the state of the Halos as they prepare for their weekend clash at Rogers Centre. 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 Gunning and Daniele Franceschi close out the week alongside Sam McKee, producer of Real Kyper and Bourne and co-host of Leafs Talk. Sam shares his final thoughts on the Mitch Marner saga, before forecasting how Leafs Nation will welcome him in his return back to Toronto. The guys close out the week with Blake Murphy (27:45), co-host of Jays Talk Plus on Sportsnet. The trio chat about the secret to the Blue Jays' recent success, if it's sustainable in the long term, if George Springer will continue to perform like this, and who the team should add ahead of 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Hockey Insider Frank Seravalli to discuss the flurry of signings and trades around the NHL this week. They discus the Hurricanes landing Nikolaj Ehlers and how Eric Tulsky has handled business in Raleigh, if we will see an offer sheet, the market for Bowen Byram, and more. Then, they discuss which teams took major steps back, if Bill Zito made the right moves, and more! Then, Blake Murphy joins the show to discuss the Jays series against the Yankees as they look for the sweep, the game-of-the-year, his dream potential trade deadline acquisitions and more. They end things off discussing the new era of Raptors basketball post-Masai. 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 open the show reacting to the Jays' wild win over the Yankees. They break down the red-hot offense led by Davis Schneider and Addison Barger, the team's resilience, and a gutsy bullpen sequence with the game on the line. Later, Blue Jays prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (32:30) joins to discuss his breakout in Double-A, modeling his game after Max Scherzer, and refining a devastating slider. After the break, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:30) weighs in on the electric series, George Springer's sustained success, and when (or when not) to walk Aaron Judge. Finally, ESPN's Don La Greca (01:16:15) checks in on the Yankees and Mets ahead of the "Subway Series", the growing frustration in the Bronx, and the analytics discourse around their Bombers. 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 kick off Jays Talk Plus, discussing the Blue Jays' win over the Yankees, George Springer's impressive two-homer game, and Max Fried's surprising outing. They are later joined by Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield (26:43) to chat about their new podcast, The 6ix Inning Stretch, and Merrifield's life post-retirement. Bob Kendrick (53:23), President of the Negro Leagues, shares insights on its history and remembers Dave Parker. Finally, Levi Weaver (1:16:26) from The Athletic analyzes the Texas Rangers' struggles with their starting rotation.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 the Blue Jays' victory over the New York Yankees in Game 1. They cover Max Scherzer's standout performance, Jeff Hoffman's solid close, and the current state of the bullpen. In the second half, they preview the Canada Day matchup between Kevin Gausman and Max Fried, speculating on Gausman's ability to maintain his dominance and whether Fried will cool down (29:54).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, reflecting on the Blue Jays' recent series win at Fenway Park and the significance of the upcoming matchup against the New York Yankees. They answer listener questions (29:22) before welcoming Keith McPherson (50:46) to discuss the state of the Yankees, Marcus Stroman's return, and expectations for the series. Finally, Eno Sarris (1:15:31) joins to analyze Tarik Skubal's impressive performance, potential Cy Young candidates, rookie pitchers on the brink of a breakout, and Max Scherzer's role for the rest of 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the series win vs. the Guardians, including Kevin Gausman's outing and getting production throughout the lineup. Chris Cotillo (30:58) previews the Boston Red Sox since Rafael Devers was traded. Scott Braun (50:37) pops by to talk Blue Jays and bounce around the MLB. Lastly, Buffalo Bisons outfielder RJ Schreck (1:15:38) discusses learning about getting traded to the Blue Jays, his golf game, the move from Double-A to Triple-A 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 affiliate.

Justin Cuthbert kicks off the show with Frank Seravalli (2:25) ahead of tomorrow's 2025 NHL Draft. They discuss the JJ Peterka blockbuster that sent the young forward to the Mammoth, what the Sabres are getting in Kesselring and Josh Doan, the trade chatter surrounding Jordan Kyrou and Bowen Byram, and much more. Then, they discuss the next CBA, why the league wants an 84-game season, the LTIR playoff changes and EBUG changes. Then, Sportsnet's Blake Murphy joins the show (25:40) to discuss how the Raptors' 9th overall pick Collin Murray-Boyles. They discuss the rationale behind spending a high pick on a player who struggles with shooting, his elite defensive potential,  how the Raptors will approach the second round and much more. They end things off discussing the latest stretch of play from 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 affiliates.

JD and Blake Murphy, co-host of Jays Talk Plus & The Raptors Show, discuss the activity in the NBA trade market ahead of the Draft, where the Raptors fit within all of the recent player movement, and some potential targets for Toronto with the ninth overall pick, before touching on the Blue Jays' options as we get closer to the MLB Trade Deadline (37:20). Later, JD hits on the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, including former Maple Leafs forward Alexander Mogilny finally getting inducted (44:53).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 the Blue Jays' win over the Guardians, where the bullpen struggled, Eric Lauer continued to impress, and the bats were alive. Arden Zwelling (30:37) joins from Cleveland to preview Max Scherzer's start and Lauer's journey to becoming the pitcher he is today. Paul Sporer (52:06) recaps Chase Burns' electric debut and previews Paul Skenes vs. Jacob Misiorwski today. Lastly, Doug Fox (1:14:12) discusses his chat with Joe Sclafani, Blue Jays director of player development, and gives his thoughts on Tucker Toman, Cutter Coffey, Orelvis Martinez and other Blue Jays prospects.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 are joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the starting rotation and other questions for the Blue Jays as the Trade Deadline nears. Xavier Scruggs (25:50) discusses his interview with Wade Boggs, playing baseball in Korea, hitting humans with chairs at Fanatics Fest and the Blue Jays. Matt Sussman (50:29) talks about the surging Detroit Tigers and if the Rockies can reach historic levels of awful.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 the weekend series vs. the White Sox and how things unravelled for Jeff Hoffman on Sunday. They also take your texts regarding the chances Toronto can win the AL East and the state of the starting rotation (30:51). Jeremy Maschino joins (51:06) to discuss his Pitch Profiler database, why Brendan Little's stuff works and whether he sees anything concerning in the numbers of Hoffman's recent outings. Lastly. Jake Mintz (1:14:51) recaps the College World Series and prospects to watch for in the MLB Draft.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 the loss to the Diamondbacks and what Kevin Gausman is struggling with in June. Jorge Castillo (30:57) discusses the Yankees' struggles at the plate and Giancarlo Stanton's return. Afterwards, James Fegan (50:13) updates on where the Chicago White Sox stand as they open a 3-game series vs. the Blue Jays. In the final segment, Michelle Seniuk (1:17:46), Blue Jays Senior Vice President of Fan Experience and Concessions, discusses team activations ahead of Pride Weekend. Lastly, Blake and Julia touch on the value of Pride Weekend and what it represents for the LGBTQ community.  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 Bo Bichette, Addison Barger, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. guiding the Blue Jays to another win vs. the Diamondbacks, and Eric Lauer making a claim for a starting pitching spot. Michael Rosen (30:53) discusses why changeups are weird. Geoff Pontes (51:00) breaks down Toronto's most MLB-ready prospects and guys that are catching his eye. Lastly, Tim Kurkjian (1:19:51) pops in to give his take on the Blue Jays, the AL East, Rafael Devers 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 affiliate.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Madison Shipman (36:47) in-studio to discuss Addison Barger's walk-off, Bo Bichette's dinger, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shifting to the 3rd spot and women's softball. Mike Petriello (50:30) joins to break down Barger's swing and how Rafael Devers will fare in San Francisco. Lastly, Clinton Yates (1:17:56) talks about the 2025 Men's College World Series. 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 are joined by Shi Davidi to discuss Max Scherzer's Triple-A outing, what the Blue Jays will do with their 4th and 5th starters and more. Dan Syzmborski (31:16) talks Shohei Ohtani's outing. Anthony Castrovince (50:42) gives his perspective from the MLB combine and Rafael Devers getting traded to the Giants. Lastly, Steve Berthiaume (1:15:09) provides all the latest on the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. 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 the Blue Jays getting swept by the Phillies and the state of the bullpen. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (30:57) pops by to talk about the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants. Afterwards, Jed Lowrie (1:14:45) comes by to discuss his MLB career, switching to an analyst role 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 affiliate.

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about the Phillies' big series win against the Cubs this week and the ambiguity of their future roster moves. Then, Sportsnet analyst Blake Murphy gives us the lowdown on the red hot Toronto Blue Jays who are coming into Philly for the weekend.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Arjun Nimmala to discuss his season, working with Francisco Lindor and more. Pat Malacar (30:55) previews Max Scherzer's start with the Bisons and who's buzzing in Buffalo. Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:21) talks Bowden Francis, Alejandro Kirk's season and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s power numbers. Lastly, Adam Aaronson (1:20:30) tees up the Phillies as the Blue Jays begin their 3-game series in Philadelphia.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.