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Tim Ring & Blake Murphy's weekly discussion with Lorenzo Alexander includes topics such as: How do you deal with trick plays and a slow start as a defender? How do you eliminate presnap penalties? Can we expect more of what we saw from Jeremiyah Love? On the lack of explosives-how do you fix that and is it more coaching and scheme or players? For that, why isn't Jacoby as the QB pushing the ball downfield and is that mentality or nature of taking what the defense is giving How has Mike LeFleur done so far as the HC through 3 games How do you prepare for an east coast game vs a backup QB? What does AZ need to do to walk away with a win against the Giants? Like, subscribe and leave a 5-star rating! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy & Tim Ring's takes on the Cardinals late comeback falling short against the Niners: What's wrong with Jacoby Brissett and the offense & how did it get fixed? What did Jeremiyah Love's big day mean & will it continue moving forward? Did Marvin Harrison Jr. silence critics? Did Nick Rallis & the defense earn a few critics themselves? How do you begin to match up against Purdy, Kittle & CMC (can you?) Takeaways heading on the road to New York in a week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy of Sportsnet joins to preview the Toronto Raptors, including Kawhi Leonard's fit, how the rotation and playing style could evolve, and the development of Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles. They also discuss Toronto's strengths and weaknesses, potential roster moves, and expectations for the season and playoffs.0:52 — Looking back at last season and the playoff run 5:56 — Kawhi Leonard's fit and impactFull Daily Duncs with linksBob PettitKarl-Anthony TownsJalen DurenStephen CurryDenver NuggetsMinnesota TimberwolvesLineageWhite shoesFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss what the 2027 Blue Jays could look like and the questions facing the front office. Afterwards, MLB.com's Jared Greenspan (33:25) goes through the playoff races and what to watch for heading into the final weekend of the regular season. Following that, former Blue Jay Vernon Wells (51:32) discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s viral comments, dealing with the pressure of expectations, Max Scherzer still performing at 42, and the keys to improving team and player baserunning. In the final segment, Blake takes your texts as the Jays Talk Plus season ends (1:19:07).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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Arden Zwelling to look back on Toronto's season and where things went wrong. They also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s controversial comments about his season and long-term contract. Following that, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (23:22) weighs in on Toronto's season, Max Scherzer's future, and the several postseason races going down to the wire. In the final segment, C. Trent Rosecrans (47:07) of The Athletic talks about the Cincinnati Reds, Elly De La Cruz, and the future of Terry Francona.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to discuss what the Toronto Blue Jays can build on heading into next season, including Ernie Clement's ideal role and what the team's roster could look like moving forward. Then, Craig Goldstein (30:06) of Baseball Prospectus joins the show to break down the surprising production of Josue De Paula with the Los Angeles Dodgers and explore why this season could unfold differently for the Milwaukee Brewers. Later, Mike Petriello (51:50) previews another potential Red Sox-Yankees postseason showdown and examines the value of contact hitting versus swinging with intent. To wrap things up, The Athletic's Levi Weaver (1:16:55) shares his award predictions and the latest edition of his power rankings.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to discuss Dylan Cease's shoulder fatigue, Brett Bateman's injury, and what the front office has to address for 2027. Afterwards, Blake catches up with Buffalo Bisons pitcher Josh Winckowski (27:45) to discuss the recovery process from his elbow injury, stint with the Red Sox, and his work to get back to full health. Following that, Sportsnet's Joe Siddall (53:05) talks about Trey Yesavage's return and the next steps for Mason Fluharty. Lastly, Jarrett Seidler (1:14:50) of Baseball Prospectus breaks down his front office rankings and why the Blue Jays finished 14th.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy's breakdown of the Arizona Cardinals' loss to the Seattle Seahawks: How the defense sputtered early before finding its feet A few big boy drives that faded away in the 2nd half Jacoby's disastrous passing performance Lack of usage of Marv and Love despite the draft profile Why didn't they double-cover J.S.N.? How the issues we saw vs. the Chargers became problems this week What's next for them with this brutal schedule? And more! Come commiserate as the Cards fall to 1-1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy & Tim Ring discuss: How bad was the offense? What changed in the second half for the Cardinals and Jacoby Brissett? Why can't Marvin and Jeremiyah seem to get going for Arizona? What were the biggest plays that affected the outcome of the game? Plus: a look ahead at a daunting schedule It's the Bleav in Arizona Cardinals podcast. Like & Subscribe and leave a 5 star rating for more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Kevin Barker (1:40) to discuss what the Blue Jays need to do in the final stretch of the season to make the playoffs, the pitching staff decisions with injuries still diminishing the rotation, and how the front office should react if the team doesn't make the playoffs. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins (51:40) to chat about the Jays' weekend series in Arlington, the team's plan for the rotation to finish the season, and how the starters look heading into 2027. Finally, Kennedi Landry (1:16:21) from MLB.com breaks down the weekend series from the Rangers perspective, and Canadian Cal Quantrill's consistent season for the Rangers, before looking at the Rangers' injuries ahead of the pivotal weekend in the playoff push. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s swing, Kazuma Okamoto showing off his power, and the bullpen deployment after last night's loss to the Tigers. Afterward, Geoff Seto (31:12), Blue Jays Senior Manager of Youth Baseball, joins to promote the 12th annual Canadian Future Showcase in Vancouver and discuss how the Blue Jays Baseball Academy is helping youth reach their potential. Following that, Erik Kratz (50:24) of Foul Territory joins to talk about the playoff race in the American League and where the Blue Jays stand with the season winding down. Lastly, James Fegan (1:16:27) of the Chicago Sun-Times talks about Tristan Peters, Munetaka Murakami, and the White Sox eyeing a postseason berth.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Shulman to talk about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally hitting a home run at Rogers Centre, Dylan Cease's dipping velocity, and the playoff picture. Michael Baumann (29:28) of FanGraphs touches on all the postseason races as things heat up across the league. Cody Stavenhagen (50:35) of The Athletic provides an update on the Tigers and their winning ways of late, along with Justin Verlander's target date to return. Lastly, Ricky Romero (1:16:08) pops by to talk about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally hitting a home run, Cease's arm, and what to expect from Trey Yesavage.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by the Score's Jonah Birenbaum to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s problems at the plate and Joe Smith emerging as a key piece. Afterwards, Rob Long (30:42) provides the state of the Baltimore Orioles including how impressed he's been with Chris Bassitt's leadership. Following that, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:32) game plans for how to get the most out of Dylan Cease, Ernie Clement's struggles of late and Anthony Santander potentially returning. In the final segment, Blake takes your texts! (1:15:36).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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss the loss to the Athletics, Michael Lorenzen, who could be called up, and more. Following that, Yahoo Sports' Jordan Shusterman (26:14) talks about some of the playoff races down the stretch, Aaron Judge's return, and Shohei Ohtani's concerning health status. Afterwards, Jake Casey (52:06) of the Vancouver Canadians discusses the massive playoff win over the Eugene Emeralds, his season and baseball career, and how his father, Sean Casey, has helped shape his mental approach to baseball. Lastly, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (1:14:04) explains why Brett Bateman has impressed him and who he believes will emerge from the chaos surrounding the final AL Wild Card spot.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Kevin Pillar to discuss Jose Soriano going deep in a win, Spencer Miles showing promise and Josh Smith impressing with more playing time. Afterwards, Derek VanRiper (30:03) of the Rates & Barrels podcast talks the Brewers and the AL Wild Card race. Following that, Rangers broadcaster Jared Sandler (51:20) updates on Texas as they take aim at the final wild card spot, Adam Macko since he was dealt from Toronto and Jacob DeGrom still getting it done. Lastly, the Athletic's Mitch Bannon (1:16:08) previews the bullpen day ahead for Toronto, Spencer Arrighetti's pitching thus far, Dylan Cease's workload and pitching plans 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by 11-year MLB veteran John Axford to discuss the loss to the Athletics, Dylan Cease's arm showing signs of fatigue, costly errors, and how Toronto used its challenges (28:24). Afterwards, MLB Network's Sean Casey (50:43) stops by to give his thoughts on the Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles, and his son Jake playing for the Vancouver Canadians. Lastly, MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (1:09:03) provides an update on the Cleveland Guardians, who occupy the final AL Wild Card spot, and discusses how the Trajekt machine has revolutionized baseball.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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy kicks off this week alongside Sportsnet's Sho Alli (08:41) to discuss Spencer Arrighetti's outing, Ricky Tiedemann's progress, and his takeaways from the Blue Jays' series victory over the Royals. Next up, Andy McCullough (25:48) of The Athletic breaks down the Angels' ownership change, veteran pitchers still thriving, and where the Blue Jays sit in the standings. Later, Craig Goldstein (50:28) of Baseball Prospectus gives his take on the race for the final Wild Card spot in the American League, injury concerns surrounding Shohei Ohtani, and other Dodgers news. In the final segment, Athletics broadcaster Chris Caray (01:14:54) goes big-picture on where the A's stand, the progress of Toronto's Denzel Clarke, 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy and EJ Snyder link up to talk about the best (and worst) of what to expect from the Arizona Cardinals in 2026 including: What went wrong with the Kyler/Gannon experience? What does Mike LeFleur bring as a head coach--more than just an offensive mind? Can this team actually compete or suprise as constructed with Jacoby, Rallis and a brutal schedule? Can the "Big 3" in Marv, Nolan and Will Johnson show out and save Ossenfort's job? The Unlucky GM: injuries to Jeremiyah Love, Chase Bisontis, Carson Beck & Kaleb Proctor. Did AZ make the right pick with Love? Should AZ Cards fans be rooting for losses for QB stability or not? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Zach Worden to break down the Blue Jays' playoff outlook, the AL Wild Card race, and recent bullpen usage. Then, Guardians radio analyst Jim Rosenhaus (24:39) previews Cleveland's series against Toronto. Later, Katie Krall (50:51) discusses key takeaways from the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and the Cubs' season, before Dunedin Blue Jays broadcaster Eli Fishman (1:15:29) joins the show to talk prospects, development, and the club's aggressive philosophy 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling to break down what has gone wrong with Toronto's offence this season. Following that, former Blue Jay Ernie Whitt (30:35) stops by to discuss Buck Martinez Day on Saturday and his MLB career. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (50:21) looks ahead to the weekends action of Seattle-Toronto, Boston-New York and Tarik Skubal making his return to Detroit. Lastly, Mariners broadcaster Angie Mentink (1:16:17) touches on Cal Raleigh showing signs of turning his season around, Randy Arozarena's exceptional year and Seattle's pitching staff. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the week with Sportsnet.ca NHL writer and former pro scout Jason Bukala. They discuss Connor Hellebuyck's reported desire to leave Winnipeg, the trade market for the star goalie, and what it means for the Jets' future. Jason also weighs in on the rumoured Cale Makar extension, its impact on Quinn Hughes' next deal, and the latest surrounding Cutter Gauthier. Later, Jays Talk Plus host Blake Murphy (27:00) joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' tough loss, the importance of their series against Seattle, and the team's offensive struggles. Is too much blame being placed on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and what will it take for Toronto's bats to turn things around? 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Dan Shulman to talk Chad Dallas' impressive showing, what he likes about Spencer Arrighetti's pitching profile and Nathan Lukes' huge home run against the Royals. Following that, Zach Crizer (30:46) of the Bandwagon discusses the Guardians, Twins, and the AL Wild Card race along with what we've learned through the additional wild card spots in postseason baseball. Afterwards, Josh Rodrigues (54:45) breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of left or right knee down for catchers. Lastly, Meg Rowley (1:11:00) gives her take on the jockeying for position in AL Wild Card and the inconsistencies of Cal Raleigh and the Seattle Mariners. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the errors in the loss to the Royals, Max Scherzer's outing, and the depleted starting pitching staff. Following that, Jays prospect and New Hampshire Fisher Cats infielder Dub Gleed (25:02) reflects on the trade to Toronto, finding his power in the minors, and his goals for the remainder of the season. Foul Territory's Erik Kratz (50:46) stops by to explain why the Blue Jays are in a good position to make the postseason and what Jim Crane is looking for in his next Astros GM. In the final segment, Tim Britton (1:19:44) of The Athletic breaks down what's behind the Mets' turnaround and who's playing the best baseball in the Majors as the regular season winds down. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Joe Siddall to preview Max Scherzer's start tonight vs. the Royals and discusses his trust level in the bullpen and Alejandro Kirk's hot bat. Afterwards, Anne Rogers (25:46) of MLB.com breaks down the Royals, who've won 8 in a row, Seth Lugo, and the pitching staff along with Salvador Perez stealing bases. Following that, former Blue Jay Vernon Wells (45:31) analyzes Brett Bateman's centerfield tendencies, Dylan Cease's dominance, and his view of the infamous John Gibbons-Ted Lilly scuffle. Lastly, Craig Goldstein (1:12:38) of Baseball Prospectus provides thoughts on the Astros parting ways with their general manager, the AL Wild Card race and when Shohei Ohtani could pitch again. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi sub in for Blake Murphy to talk about Nathan Lukes' big time performance on Saturday, Dylan Cease's start, Jose Soriano and the 6th inning on Sunday and the inconsistent offence from Toronto. Afterwards, Sportsnet's MLB insider Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:24) breaks down how the Jays could deploy Spencer Arrighetti for the remainder of the season, Charles McAdoo's recent play, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season. Following that, Sho and Daniele present their lineups if Vladdy was moved down the batting order to provide the Jays with more stable production (49:36). In the final segment, Jared Diamond (1:16:38) of Wall Street Journal talks about some of the most intriguing awards races, the letdown seasons of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Cal Raleigh's 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi sub in for Blake Murphy to recap Toronto taking two of three against the Rays, including Daz Cameron's monster home run and Toronto's uptick in offensive production. Afterwards, Giants pitcher and Canadian Matt Wilkinson (26:43) reflects on his debut a few days ago, his nickname, “Tugboat,” and his idols growing up. Following that, Sho and Daniele analyze Shane Bieber's dominant seven innings and Nathan Lukes looking like himself again (50:00). Lastly, JoezMcfly (1:16:47) of Jomboy Media and his YouTube/Twitch channels talks about Carlos Rodón, Heliot Ramos, Jazz Chisholm, and where the Yankees stand heading into a huge series against Toronto in the Bronx. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi sub in for Blake Murphy to break down the loss to the Rays where Jesus Sanchez's 4th inning error opened the floodgates. The Score's Brandon Wile (27:18) discusses if Sanchez's defensive miscues should see keep him out of the lineup and the AL Wild Card race. Following that, Sho and Daniele analyze the lineups for the series finale and Charles McAdoo's play in his second stint (49:54). Lastly, Marc Topkins (1:17:37) of the Tampa Bay Times talks about the sight-lines at Tropicana Field, Yandy Diaz and Chandler Simpson. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi sub in for Blake Murphy to discuss the win vs. the Rays, Alejandro Kirk's scorching bat and where Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hits when he returns. Afterwards, Sho and Daniele take your texts looking ahead to the rest of the season (33:17). Following that, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (49:40) discusses Spencer Miles' innings, Max Scherzer's outlook and the remaining games vs. the Rays. Lastly, former Blue Jay Chris Colabello (1:18:29) analyzes why it's hard to pull the ball as a hitter and what makes a good baseball culture. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne step in for Blake Murphy to size up the competition and the schedule ahead as the Blue Jays aim to establish themselves in a wild-card position. Afterwards, Rays broadcaster Dewayne Staats (25:27) provides an update on the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays, their pitching staff, and Junior Caminero. Following that, Blue Jays broadcaster Joe Siddall (49:51) analyzes José Soriano's first two starts, as well as Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer, and Kazuma Okamoto's seasons. Lastly, Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele (1:15:08) gives his thoughts on Brett Bateman, Daz Cameron, Ricky Tiedemann, and Spencer Arrighetti. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne step in for Blake Murphy to chat about the weekend's action, George Springer's recent play and more. Fangraphs' Jon Becker (26:02) breaks down the AL East, if he's buying the Chicago White Sox and whether the Seattle Mariners can rebound. Following that, MLB.com's David Adler (49:47) discusses Tommy John's legacy, how Max Scherzer will be remembered and if Dylan Cease is the favourite for AL Cy Young. Lastly, Sho had a chat with Brett Bateman (1:21:04) about getting traded to Toronto and finding out he's getting called up 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
JD and Blake Murphy, host of Jays Talk Plus (0:00), share their reaction to the bizarre rulebook review that prompted a 17-minute delay in the seventh inning of the Blue Jays' series opener against the Red Sox, and JD's perspective on the unique experience of being in the ballpark during the incident. Then, JD and Blake parse through what's behind the Jays' recent turnaround before pivoting to a discussion on the flaws with Wins-Above-Replacement as a catch-all stat in 2026. They wrap up the show chatting about the level of fatigue with the NBA's ongoing investigation of the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard (42:31). 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by freelance reporter Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the Blue Jays eventful weekend series against the Phillies, the vibes of the club following the trade deadline, and the state of the bullpen following a string of extra-inning games. Carter Beck (30:12), first round pick of the Braves from Estevan, Sask., joins Blake to chat about his season with the Augusta GreenJackets, finding out about his selection in the MLB Draft, and transitioning into the minor leagues after playing in Saskatchewan. Later, Gabrielle Starr (50:25) from the Boston Herald joins the show to preview the Jays four-game series this week against the Red Sox, and breaks down Boston's insane last 40 games as they've surged up the standings. Finally, Yahoo baseball writer Jordan Shusterman (1:10:06) jumps on to discuss the Blue Jays prospects development, including Jojo Parker and Johnny King's recent displays, then they get into Jose Soriano's first Blue Jays start, and the state of the AL Wild Card race. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum of theScore to discuss why the Blue Jays didn't add a bat at the trade deadline and whether Dylan Cease has a legitimate case to win the AL Cy Young Award. Later, Kevin Pillar (30:03) breaks down José Soriano's arsenal, explains why he's a believer in Josh Smith, and shares his thoughts on Dylan Cease's impressive season. Mike Petriello (50:12) of MLB.com then joins the show to discuss the Blue Jays, Soriano's taking the hill, Luis Arraez, the Phillies, and the Washington Nationals. To wrap up, Charlotte Varnes (1:14:49) of The Athletic previews the Phillies ahead of their three-game series with Toronto, including an update on the club and a look at the pitching staff the Blue Jays will face. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by freelance reporter Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the comeback win vs. the Astros and whether the Jays are good enough to be a playoff team. Chicago Tribune writer Meghan Montemurro (29:43) talks about the Cubs sweeping the Dodgers, Pete Crow-Armstrong putting the team on his back, and Kevin Gausman's arrival. Following that, Dunedin Blue Jays outfielder Blaine Bullard (50:29) discusses his visit to the Rogers Centre as a kid, his pedigree as a base stealer, next steps as a baseball player, and more. Lastly, Levi Weaver (1:14:35) of The Athletic recaps the trade deadline, including Toronto's moves, the winners and losers, and the Dodgers' six-game losing streak. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman to discuss Chad Dallas' innings, Alejandro Kirk's swing, and Ross Atkins' comments on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season. Afterwards, Geoff Pontes (24:41) of Baseball America shares his intrigue about Jays prospect Dasan Hill and the recent impress track record of Toronto's drafting. Following that, Lance Brozdowski (49:53) explains why the Jays organization can bring the best out of Jose Soriano and MLB franchises seeking out particular pitch mixes. Lastly, WFAN660 host Emmanuel Berbari (1:20:12) breaks down the Yankees and 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 affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by the Athletic's Keith Law to discuss Toronto deciding to move Arjun Nimmala and what they got in Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman. Following that, Sportsnet's Ben Shulman (29:51) discusses the tense locker room on Deadline Day and looks ahead to the rest of the season. Later, FanGraphs' Dan Szymborski (51:53) talks the Braves, Yankees and other teams that stood out from their transactions on Monday. Lastly, Josh Reddick (1:15:46) of Crush City Territory talks about new Blue Jay Spencer Arrighetti, the Astros' deadline, Tatsuya Imai 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Ryan Dempster of Intentional Talk to take us inside what Deadline Day is like for a player, and the intrigue behind Jose Soriano. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling (20:03) talks the return for Kevin Gausman, prospect evaluation within organizational development strengths, playoff roster building and the latest intel from the Blue Jays. Later, Jon Becker (45:40) talks the Orioles selling, Luis Arraez heading to the Phillies and the White Sox making moves, specifically acquiring Luis Castillo from the Mariners. Following that, theScore's Brandon Wile discusses the moves from the Yankees, Red Sox and Jays. Lastly, Sportsnet's Chris Black (1:15:50) explains why he sees the vision for Jose Soriano and Brett Bateman with the Blue Jays and the guys react live to Adam Macko getting moved to the Rangers. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Kevin Gausman's tenure in Toronto, the acquisition of Jose Soriano and what's ahead for the Blue Jays at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. Afterwards, Davy Andrews (22:09) of FanGraphs discusses Luis Garcia Jr. heading to the Yankees and why the Nationals like their return. Cody Stavenhagen of the Athletic pops in to reflect on Tarik Skubal's time with the Tigers and other moves on the horizon for Detroit. Eric Longenhagen (50:04) of FanGraphs gives the lowdown on the two prospects the Blue Jays traded Kevin Gausman for in Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman. MLB Insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays Reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:06:05) talks Toronto seemingly buying and selling at the deadline and who else could be moved before 6pm ET. Lastly, Craig Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus gives his take on Tarik Skubal joining the Dodgers and if LA is bad for baseball or simply lapping everyone. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Pitcher List's Nick Pollack to discuss the starting pitching market from a fantasy perspective ahead of Monday's MLB trade deadline. Afterwards, ESPN's Jorge Castillo (25:22) chats about the stark contrast between the New York Yankees and Mets entering August. Then, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (49:56) shares an update on the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes and trade rumblings across the league as the weekend begins. Lastly, Sportsnet's Ben Shulman (1:16:07) joins the show to set up the Blue Jays' final pre-deadline series against the St. Louis Cardinals 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 affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss Trey Yesavage's outing, Louis Varland's consistency and what's ahead for Toronto's front office as the trade deadline nears. Afterwards, Brittany Ghiroli (29:26), Senior MLB Enterprise, and Investigator at The Athletic, talks Max Scherzer longevity, where the Blue Jays stand and MLB organizations seeking out advantages through scouting opponents. Lastly, Ben Clemens (50:17) of FanGraphs breaks down his yearly Trade Value Series where he lists the 50 most valuable players in the MLB weighing performance, age and contract. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Madison Shipman to talk Shane Bieber's outing, Brendon Little's quality innings on Tuesday and more. Afterwards, MLB Insider Jim Bowden (30:22) discusses the markets for Tarik Skubal, Louis Varland and Kevin Gausman. Blue Jays analyst Chris Leroux (51:18) breaks down what went wrong for Shane Bieber on Tuesday night and how Trey Yesavage can get his groove back. Lastly, former Blue Jays GM J.P. Ricciardi (1:16:59) joins to break down trade deadline strategy for a front office and his favourite deadline deals. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by John Axford in-studio (35:26) to talk about where the Jays stand ahead of the deadline, Jeff Hoffman's play since June and why Shane Bieber may have found his rhythm. Following that, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo (50:34) breaks down the state of the Yankees/Mets and acting in “Caught Stealing.” Lastly, Eno Sarris (1:10:09) of Rates & Barrels discusses the chances Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer get dealt and other moves that could be on the horizon in 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Zach Worden of the Bird's Eye View Podcast to recap the weekend's action and review Sportsnet's “The Blue Jays Way” documentary series through three episodes. Tim Britton (26:44) of the Athletic provides the state of the Mets and what the Jays can get for a few of their players on the trade market. Afterwards, Blake takes your texts (49:57) on who could be available via trade, whether Alejandro Kirk could be moved, Kevin Gausman's future and more. Lastly, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (1:12:59) talks Gausman, Shane Bieber, the latest on Ricky Tiedemann and the details around Toronto signing some of their 2026 draft picks. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by theScore's Jonah Birenbaum to discuss Shane Bieber's outing and how much the next 10 games will dictate Toronto's deadline activity. Afterwards, Stephen J. Nesbitt (30:39) of the Athletic breaks down his reporting on the design of 3-team trades and the difficult in executing them. Tyler Milliken (52:54) of the Section 10 podcast joins to talk about Boston's record-tying 15-game win streak, their deadline approach and more. Lastly, Alex Faust (1:19:15) of Apple TV previews tonight's Blue Jays-Red Sox matchup and his broadcasting philosophy to baseball. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss what the Blue Jays could get in return for a few players on the roster. Fox Sports' Deesha Thosar (30:25) talks about the latest around Aaron Judge, the New York Mets and more. Following that, Sportsnet's Joe Siddall (50:06) describes the oddity of the countless defensive miscues from Toronto this season. Lastly, the Athletic's Sam Blum (1:10:58) breaks down his reporting on “The Baseball Spy” who was fired by the Angels after allegedly spying on the Rockies. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In the final hour of the morning show, Ben Ennis and Sam McKee discuss current NHL news, focusing on Jason Robertson's one-year deal with the Dallas Stars and the team's offseason moves. They ponder whether the Leafs should pursue a rumored trade with the Stars and speculate on Zach Werenski's future with the Blue Jackets. After a break, they are joined by Blake Murphy (24:45), who shares insights on the Blue Jays' season, analyzes Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s struggles, and discusses the team's position as sellers leading up to the trade deadline. The hosts reflect on various factors affecting the season's outcome. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Dan Shulman to parse through the disappointments from the Blue Jays' season so far. Afterwards, Adam Berry (30:11) of MLB.com talks Chandler Simpson, the sustainability of Tampa Bay's style of play and trade deadline requirements. MLB insider Jim Bowden (50:12) joins to break down how MLB front offices prepare the weeks ahead of the deadline and who could be on the move for the Jays. Lastly, Canadian Rays prospect Nathan Flewelling (1:15:23) of the Bowling Green Hot Rods talks about getting drafted, his hitting approach and season in High-A. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Shulman to recap the various errors and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showing frustration in the loss to the Rays. Yahoo Sports' Jake Mintz (25:59) talks about the letdown of Toronto's season after making the World Series last year and if selling make sense at the trade deadline. Brandon Wile (53:47) of theScore discusses the 14-game win streak of the Red Sox and who, if any, are the juggernauts in the American League. Lastly, Levi Weaver (1:15:33) of the Athletic gives his take on the Jays and who else could be on the move as the trade deadline nears. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling to discuss the weekend's games vs. the Chicago White Sox and reflect on the season to date where Toronto, according to FanGraphs, currently has a 14% chance of making the playoffs (32:07). Afterwards, Rays broadcaster Neil Solondz (51:15) talks starters Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez and Tampa getting swept by Boston over the weekend. Lastly, Canadian Atlanta Braves prospect Eric Hartman (1:14:40) talks about his season with the High-A Rome Emperors, adjustments going from each level in the minors and representing Canada in the future. 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 is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss the key factors in Toronto turning their season around. James Fegan (24:29) of Sox Machine discusses the upstart Tristan Peters, Miguel Vargas and the upstart White Sox. Afterwards, Dunedin Blue Jays manager Ryan Casteel (50:26) breaks down the increase in stolen bases on the team along with Jojo Parker, Jake Cook and Blaine Bullard. In the final segment, Tricia Whitaker (1:14:54) of Apple TV provides the national perspective on the Blue Jays and White Sox ahead of the matchup tonight on Apple television. 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.