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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss Game 3 between Boston and New York, the Yankees' matchup and roster questions facing John Schneider to prepare for the Bronx Bombers (33:13). Afterwards, 2009 World Series Champion Joba Chamberlain (51:09) breaks down Cam Schlittler's huge Game 3 performance, New York's roster, and keys to success in the postseason as a pitcher. Lastly, Yahoo Sports' Jake Mintz (1:15:06) shares what Yankees Stadium was like during Game 3 and shares thoughts on Trey Yesavage pitching in the postseason and how to approach Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. 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 Joe Siddall to discuss the Blue Jays' rotation, the benefits of intrasquad games, and Toronto heading into the postseason. Afterwards, The Score's Brandon Wile (31:39) previews Game 3 between the Red Sox and Yankees. Afterwards, comedian Roy Wood Jr. (51:10) joins to break down the Cubs ahead of Game 3 vs. the Padres, and how sport unites fans. Lastly, former Blue Jay Kevin Pillar (1:20:09) discusses playoff baseball, postseason games in Toronto 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 former Blue Jays pitcher Tom Henke to discuss the runs in the early 90's and watching Toronto become baseball crazy. Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello (24:59) discusses finding calm in pressure situations and the 2015 Blue Jays. Afterwards, Fangraphs' Ben Clemens (51:24) bounces around the wild matchups. Lastly, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (1:15:29) breaks down the memorable Game 1s from Tarik Skubal and Garrett Crochet, along with who's a better matchup for Toronto between Boston and New York. 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 Foul Territory's Erik Kratz and Mike Petriello in the first hour to preview the Wild Card Series and discuss the Blue Jays heading into the postseason. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (26:41) joins the show to tee up the start of the MLB Postseason. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:59) comes in-studio to break down options for Toronto's ALDS roster and decisions facing John Schneider as they prepare for the Red Sox or Yankees (1:17:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz celebrate the Blue Jays clinching the AL East and the top seed, discussing the atmosphere at Rogers Centre and the team's identity. They cover Alejandro Kirk's adjustment, the bullpen's performance, and Trey Yesavage's rise, alongside the impact of the bye on the rotation and health strategy (26:18). Sportsnet's Chris Black (52:31) joins to assess the regular season and argue for John Schneider as Manager of the Year, highlighting Ernie Clement's role, George Springer's surprising swing, and the significance of 94 wins in the division. Finally, The Athletic's Levi Weaver (1:16:07) discusses the final week's chaos, late game collapses and surges, and how the AL's competitiveness affects deadline strategies.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 Red Sox, where Louis Varland and Eric Lauer held things down, and the bats woke up in the 6th. MLB.com's Bryan Hoch (30:25) joins to preview the Yankees ahead of their series vs. the Orioles. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (50:30) describes the atmosphere around the team after the win, Daulton Varsho responding against a lefty and the weekend ahead. Lastly, Apple TV's Heidi Watney (1:14:55) provides the state of the Rays and what Clayton Kershaw's final start was like. 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 Max Scherzer's rough first inning, John Schneider's comments postgame, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent struggles and the decision to have a bullpen day and push Shane Bieber's start back to Friday. Afterwards, Hannah Keyser (31:38) discusses the MLB's implementation of the ABS Challenge System in 2026 and new rules protecting teenagers from overusing their arms. The Score's Jonah Birenbaum (54:08) pops in to talk about Scherzer's start and how Toronto has lined up the rest of their starters for the remainder of the regular season. Lastly, the Athletic's. Cody Stavenhagen (1:15:04) notes what has stood out in the Detroit Tigers' squandering of a 12-game lead on the Cleveland Guardians for the A.L. Central crown. 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 Red Sox, where Toronto couldn't drive in runs, and George Springer had a clear double called foul. They also discuss the surprising decision to DFA Alek Manoah. Afterwards, MassLive's Chris Cotillo (31:28) joins to break down what's gone into the Red Sox's turnaround, the team's pitching behind Garrett Crochet. Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:17) joins to give his thoughts on the Manoah move, the lack of run production and what he's expecting from Max Scherzer tonight. Lastly, the Athletic's Zack Meisel (1:15:48) describes how the Guardians have made up a 12-game deficit and are in the running for the AL Central. 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 2007 World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon to discuss Boston's starting rotation and the keys to relief pitching when you don't have your best stuff. The Athletic's C. Trent Rosecrans (26:47) talks about the surprising Cincinnati Reds, who've found themselves in a playoff spot as the Mets snowball. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:15) looks at how the Blue Jays have built their roster and what happens once Anthony Santander returns to the roster. Lastly, former Blue Jay B.J. Ryan (1:15:51) shares Roy Halladay stories, explains why Toronto was a memorable experience for him, and discusses getting outs in big situations. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend's action, where the Blue Jays finally clinched a playoff spot. They also look at the math for Toronto to clinch the A.L. East. Afterwards, Chad Jennings (31:49) of The Athletic discusses the playoff races heading into the final week of the regular season. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Ben Shulman (51:56) talks about Jose Berrios moving to the bullpen, Chris Bassitt heading to the IL and the week ahead for Toronto. Lastly, WFAN 660 host Keith McPherson (1:16:49) discusses the Yankees' late-season surge for the division crown and their chances of overtaking the Blue Jays with only a few games remaining. 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 Sportsnet's Chris Black to discuss Toronto's depth and why they struggled to hit against the Rays. Afterwards, Joon Lee (30:22) joins to discuss the experiences of Dodgers Stadium, commonalities between the best teams in the MLB and more. Following that, Ryan Spilborghs (50:23) of Apple TV pops in to talk his concerns about Toronto's bullpen, celebrating postseason and division titles and why Trey Yesavage puts hitters in a bind with his release. Lastly, MLB.com's Anne Rogers (1:14:56) provides the state of the Kansas City Royals, who haven't met expectations this 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 of Sportsnet takes time out from baseball to look ahead to the Toronto Raptors season. These guys are one of the most fascinating teams in the league because we haven't seen this talented group together at all.Full Daily Duncs with linksKawhi LeonardSteve BallmerKawhi LeonardAdam SilverInvestigationJonathan KumingaFuture power rankingsOld future power rankingsFull 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! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.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 and Julia Kreuz open the show recapping Kevin Gausman's outing, highlighting his consistency over the second half of the season and his dominance in September. Also, they touch on Toronto's difficulty creating traction at the plate. Afterwards, Adam Darowski (30:55), Executive Director of Design at Sports Reference, discusses the development of baseball analytics and how he creates user-friendly tools. Following that, Blake talks to Brian Jeroloman and Chris Bec (51:35), two former members of the Toronto Blue Jays organization. They share stories of watching the likes of AJ Burnett, Roy Halladay, George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. operate. Lastly, Sportsnet's Chris Leroux (01:20:40) gives his thoughts on Trey Yesavage's outing and plans for the rest of his season, Kevin Gausman's stuff playing this late in the year, 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.
Ben and Brent kick off the final hour of the show alongside former MLB pitcher and host of Intentional Talk, Ryan Dempster! The guys get Ryan's thoughts on Trey Yesavage's development and how he would deploy him down the stretch here. Should the rookie get the ball to start a postseason game? The trio also gauge their level of concern surrounding Jeff Hoffman and the Blue Jays bullpen, before Ryan discusses the intricacies of gaining confidence as a closer and the importance of friendly competition between starters. Later, Blake Murphy (25:52) of Jays Talk Plus weighs in with his ideal playoff rotation, the ripple effects of moving starters to the 'pen, and the impact of Bo Bichette's injury on both sides of the ball.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 discuss the fan interference rulings last night, Jose Berrios' rough outing, Jeff Hoffman finding a way and more. Afterwards, Toronto Blue Jays Program Manager Geoff Seto (35:34) discusses the 2025 Canadian Futures Showcase and its value to Canadian baseball players. Following that, MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (50:30) breaks down some of the tough decisions ahead for John Schneider between Anthony Santander and Bo Bichette returning, who his starters will be and more. Lastly, two-time World Series champion Jake Peavy (1:15:31) talks about the importance of a catcher, defence in the postseason, Trey Yesavage's delivery, Shane Bieber 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 Trey Yesavage's incredible outing, Braydon Fisher coming up clutch and more. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (28:03) weighs in on Yesavage, his deployment plan for the rest of the season and the remaining games. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (50:21) talks Yesavage, Bo Bichette and bounces around the MLB. Lastly, former Blue Jays LaTroy Hawkins (1:15:54) discusses his MLB career, why Toronto was a unique stop for him and Yesavage's sensational debut. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz break down the decision to use Jeff Hoffman again last night vs. the Astros and if his arm can handle the work demand. They also discuss Jose Berrios' encouraging start and Toronto's trouble creating barrels on Astros pitcher Jason Alexander. Rob Friedman (30:45) analyzes Shane Bieber's stuff, Kevin Gausman's fastball-splitter mix and Paul Skenes' season. Sportsnet's Madison Shipman (52:04) dives deep into the Blue Jays' struggles hitting over the past few games and Hoffman's workload. Lastly, Tipping Pitches Bobby Wagner (1:15:53) provides the state of the Mets. 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 crazy night at the Rogers Centre, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s big plays in crunch time, Isiah Kiner-Falefa's passion for playing in Toronto, along with his huge 9th-inning double. Afterwards, Buffalo Bisons infielder Riley Triotta (30:53) joins to discuss his season, working his way up the Blue Jays organization, and what he has to do to make the big leagues. Following that, the Score's Jonah Birenbaum (50:50) gives his thoughts on Vladdy recent stretch and Shane Bieber's command of his pitches through 4 starts. In the final segment, former Blue Jay Lyle Overbay (1:15:04) reflects on his career, why defence was so important to him and his time 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 are joined by Astros broadcaster Robert Ford to talk about Houston starter Luis Garcia, Yordan Alvarez, and the state of the Astros. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (25:14) discusses Jose Berrios, his takeaways from the Yankees series, and more. The Athletic's Matt Gelb (50:48) looks at the Phillies, who are dealing with a flurry of injuries ahead of the playoffs. Lastly, Ginny Searle (1:15:26) of Baseball Prospectus discusses Mike Trout and Cal Raleigh's MVP candidacy.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's action, including Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt's starts as well as Toronto struggling to convert on chances. Afterwards, WFAN Sports Radio's Emmanuel Berbari (30:40) discusses Aaron Judge's defence, the Yankees' pitching over the three-game series and the rest of their regular season. The Athletic's Mitch Bannon (50:04) breaks down both sides of the Yankees, revealing Scherzer was tipping his pitches, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s monster weekend and more. Lastly, Michael Baumann (1:16:50) of Fangraphs talks about Astros pitcher Cristian Javier, Yankees reliever Devin Williams 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 former Blue Jay Vernon Wells to discuss why George Springer is his favorite player, Bo Bichette's season, and Vladimir Guerrero's swing. They also touch on the Yankees rivalry, Wells' time in Toronto, and center field defense. Afterward, co-host Kevin Barker (24:16) analyzes keys to the upcoming series, focusing on left-handed bats, Kevin Gausman's matchup against the Yankees, and more. Former Yankee Joba Chamberlain (51:23) shares insights on high-leverage pitching and the World Series experience before Suzyn Waldman (1:14:13) from WFAN Sports Radio reflects on her career and the Yankees bullpen concerns.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 Shane Bieber rebounding after a rough 2nd inning, an abundance of homers and the decision to remove Tommy Nance in favour of Ryan Borucki. Afterwards, Barenaked Ladies drummer Tyler Stewart (30:45) pops by to talk about his Blue Jays fandom and the band. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (50:21) discusses Toronto's relief pitching and some trends he's noticing around the league. Lastly, the Athletics' Levi Weaver (1:16:34) examines the playoff races around the MLB, the Framber Valdez incident, Aroldis Chapman's realization that he can locate pitches, 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.
For episode 62 of Staffcast, Tom and Richard are joined by Sportsnet's Blake Murphy to talk about calling all soda Pepsi, Canadian culture, taking insane calls, RFK Jr. voice, Vince McMahon being a great dancer for a white man, Droz puking, Snitsky punting a baby, getting hit with a steel chair, hitting the slots, burning people in effigy, meeting listeners, and more!Follow your incredibly cool hosts and guest:Blake MurphySean DoolittleTrevor HildenbergerRichard StaffTom HackimerEpisode art by Abigail Noy (sympatheticinker.com)Edited by Italian Dave (twitter.com/theitaliandave)Intro: The Horrific Sounds That Bounce Around My Head Because The Record Labels Threatened To Kill Me
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap a wild Tuesday game where Jose Berrios got shelled, the bullpen came through, and the bats came alive. The Athletics' C. Trent Rosecrans (31:33) updates on the youth movement of the Reds. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:10) provides thoughts on the trust level in Jeff Hoffman and the likelihood Trey Yesavage makes his way to the Blue Jays after coming out of the bullpen with the Bisons on Tuesday. Lastly, Savannah Bananas pitcher and professional baseball player Kelsie Whitmore (1:15:06) discusses her experience with the Bananas, the upcoming Women's Professional Baseball League, and her time with the U.S. national team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Chris Black to discuss what the numbers suggest is going on with the Blue Jays' bullpen, Bo Bichette's heater and outfield defence and more (25:23). Afterwards, Ben Clemens (50:58) of Fangraphs analyzes the value of bullpen arms, Jonah Tong's unique delivery, and Justin Verlander, along with a cast of future Hall of Famers, still getting it done. Lastly, Neil Paine (1:20:46) comes on to discuss the state of the AL East, what a deep dive into past World Series champions revealed 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 breaks down the weekend's action where Toronto lost two of three to Milwaukee, before actor Jake Goldsbie (10:15) joins to discuss the Blue Jays' 2025 season. Afterwards, Andrew Mearns (34:55) of Pinstripe Alley analyzes what is behind the New York Yankees winning seven of their last ten games. Sportsnet's Joe Siddall (51:10) pops in-studio to discuss the Brewers series, Toronto's wonky bullpen, and the remaining games in September. Lastly, Reds broadcaster Tommy Thrall (01:14:32) previews the Cincinnati Reds, who have a bright future, but have struggled of late as they welcome the 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 and Julia Kreuz are joined by Brewers broadcaster Josh Maurer to discuss Pat Murphy's impact on team culture, who's closing games for the Brew Crew and their play since winning 14 in a row. MLB Network's Greg Amsinger (26:36) pops in to give his thoughts on Shane Bieber, Alejandro Kirk's new deal that's looking pretty good now and Kyle Schwarber's MVP candidacy. Following that, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:04) talks about the bullpen struggles and how the starting rotation will play out the rest of the season. Lastly, MLB.com's Mike Petriello (1:15:25) talks about George Springer's season and the uniqueness of how Milwaukee has built its roster into a contender. 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 all the chaos in Wednesday night's Blue Jays win. They give their thoughts on Eric Lauer's start, Tommy Nance and Justin Bruihl providing big outs, Barger's huge 8th inning double, Ty France's pinch-hit home run and more. Following that, former Blue Jay and new member of the Brewers' Wall of Honour, John Axford (29:43), reflects on his memorable weekend and MLB career. 2011 MLB All-Star Alex Avila (50:18) breaks down why Alejandro Kirk is a top-tier catcher, catching Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber's nasty stuff. Lastly, Amazin' Avenue's Richard Staff (1:17:51) updates on the Mets and previews the MLB debut of Canada's Jonah Tong on Friday.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 discuss Jeff Hoffman's 9th inning meltdown, the bullpen's recent struggles, and George Springer mashing. Afterwards, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen (30:15) talks Riley Green, Tarik Skubal and the Tigers with a month remaining before the postseason. MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (50:24) pops by to dive into the bullpen, Hoffman and Eric Lauer. Lastly, former MLB 1st baseman Cody Decker (1:15:02) discusses the Blue Jays and a few of the notable playoff races. 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, discussing the Blue Jays' victory over the Minnesota Twins, highlighting key moments like Andrés Giménez' home run and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s return. Kyle Glaser (31:11) then analyzes the San Diego Padres' performance after their series with the Dodgers and their prospect outlook. Former Twins 3rd baseman Corey Koskie (50:42) shares insights on his career, defensive growth and what he likes in the 2025 Blue Jays. Finally, Davy Andrews (1:15:28) previews tonight's game against the Twins, focusing on Daulton Varsho and Guerrero Jr.'s offensive success.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 final hour, Ben & Daniele discuss the Blue Jays' recent success with Blake Murphy from Sportsnet, focusing on improved hitting strategies under Dave Popkins and trusted pitchers. They also check in with Adnan Virk (23:09) from MLB Network, who shares insights on the significance of Shane Bieber's acquisition for the postseason. The trio discusses divisional races and A.L. MVP contenders.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz kick off Jays Talk Plus by discussing Shane Bieber's impressive season debut and the Blue Jays' recent road trip. Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:55) joins to share his insights on Bieber, Eric Lauer's usage, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s potential return against the Twins. Jon Morosi (50:58) then analyzes Bieber's performance, the Yankees' struggles, and MLB's Reliever of the Year Award. Finally, Joon Lee (1:16:32) recaps the Red Sox vs. Yankees series and assesses the Red Sox bullpen's postseason viability.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia chat with Vancouver Canadians pitcher Gage Stanifer about developing his pitching profile, his season, and the influence of his father. Future Blue Jays newsletter author Doug Fox (26:37) updates on Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage and more as he provides the prospect report. Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:42) discusses Shane Bieber, the starting pitching rotation, and the upcoming games. Afterwards, documentary director Taiki Green takes you inside Shane Bieber's recovery from Tommy John surgery and the struggles he faced along the way. Lastly, FanDuel's Kelly Saco (1:11:38) provides the state of the Miami Marlins, including Jakob Marsee, who has been must-watch TV since joining 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.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jay Devon Travis to discuss his time with the Blue Jays, naming his son after Bo Bichette and taking pride in developing good baseball players. Following that, Former Red Sox development coach Katie Krall (32:00) reflects on her roles in baseball and why the upcoming Saber Seminar in Chicago is a valuable experience. Afterwards, Fair Territory's Alanna Rizzo (50:31) breaks down her chat with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and how she sees the AL East shaking out. Lastly, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:12:28) talks about Eric Lauer moving to the bullpen for the Marlins series, Braydon Fisher getting optioned to Triple-A and the upcoming stretch of crucial games for the Blue Jays. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Max Scherzer's outing, Myles Straw's big night and more with Sportsnet broadcaster Madison Shipman. Ben Clemens (31:30) of FanGraphs joins to talk Blue Jays, Bo Bichette's next deal and Michael Harris' heater with the Braves. Following that, Baseball Prospectus' Craig Goldstein (1:03:34) joins to break down the state of the Dodgers and discuss the surging Brewers. 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 Pirates, including all the extra-curricular activities that transpired. Bisons broadcaster Pat Malacaro (30:15) discusses Shane Bieber's starts at Triple-A ahead of his Blue Jays debut on Friday. MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (51:12) discusses the Tommy Pham fiasco, getting to know Vladimir Guerrero Jr. off the field and what his potential injury could mean for the team in the short term. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (1:19:56) of the Score discusses Davis Schneider's defence in the outfield, the Red Sox 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 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.
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.
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 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.