Podcast appearances and mentions of Bo Bichette

Join Bryan Hayes and Frank Corrado for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys examine the Blue Jays' afternoon victory against the Orioles, the trade deadline in-depth look, Bo Bichette's response performance and the series against the Royals. Former MLBer Pitcher and Baseball is Dead Host Dallas Braden joins to discuss the Blue Jays' perspective at the trade deadline, the top teams in the AL and NL and the possibility of a salary cap in MLB.

We're officially past the All-Star Break, and the race for the pennant is officially ON.But first! At long last, Ichiro becomes the first ever Asian player in the Hall of Fame, so of course we have to talk about what that means to us, and how much MLB has changed since his tenure began.Then, a quick overview of the All-Star Game. The NL won this round, but Ohtani has lost Best Dressed...again. Onto the hot stove, Dane Dunning and Stuart Fairchild are the first Asians to move, but some big rumors have us refreshing our feeds until the deadline.Position player news starts with Kim Ha Seong back on the IL, but Bo Bichette and Steven Kwan make big offensive contributions. In pitching, Bryan Woo reaches a legendary record, Brennan Bernadino is has ZERO earned runs in over 11 IP in July, Shota Imanaga gets hung out to dry by his manager, and Kumar Rocker is finding his stride. Lastly, Ohtani shows us that vintage TWP action against the Twins, continues to rake with 6 homers since the break, and is moonlighting as a children's book author.Bryan Woo interview with International Examiner: https://iexaminer.org/seattle-mariners-starting-pitcher-bryan-woo-speaks-on-race-identity-and-being-a-role-model/

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.

Ben and Brent continue the Blue Jays talk into their second hour Tuesday. The hosts focus in on Bo Bichette, who yesterday sets the franchise record for consecutive at-bats with a hit, and debate if he's finally returned to form. They discuss if his hitting success is sustainable and if the organization should be trying to sign him long-term. B&B compare his career arc to that of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and what range a contract extension for him would look like. Next, the a.m. boys check in with SN590's own Sam McKee (23:50), who made the trek to Detroit to watch the Jays play the Tigers over the weekend. The trio discuss his experience at Comerica Park, how invested fans are in this team, how it compares to other popular teams of the past, and expectations 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.

Ben and Brent wrap up their Jays discussion in the final hour, joined by former MLB player Kevin Barker. They dive into the Bo Bichette extension debate, analyze the team's recent performance, and discuss key contributions needed for the stretch run. The trio also considers the impact of injuries on trade decisions and team chemistry. To close, they chat with Joon Lee (28:43)—a former ESPN reporter now on YouTube—about the Blue Jays' legitimacy, the A.L. East landscape, and concerns around recent MLB gambling investigations.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.

Frankie's solid horn honk, Keegan Matheson on Bo Bichette and the trade deadline, FanDuel and roller coasters.

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas react to a disastrous Blue Jays loss as they fall 16-4 in Game 1 of their double-header to the Orioles. Plus, they're joined by former Blue Jay Ricky Romero as he shares his thoughts on how the Jays can bounce back after a three-game losing streak, Bo Bichette's season so far, and more!(24:11) Calgary Stampeders' DB Damon Webb joins the show to dive into how he's feeling ahead of the team's Week 9 matchup against the Redblacks! Damon chats about his transition to a new position, the underdog mentality the defence keeps, and the story behind is 'Spider-man' celebration!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

Join Bryan Hayes and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss the Blue Jays' matchup against the Orioles, Bo Bichette's incredible stretch and the trade deadline outlook for the team. They also discuss Guardians' Emmanuel Clase placed on paid leave as part of betting investigation, Donald Trump cutting corners in a viral golf and Luka Doncic slimming down with the Lakers.

Join Bryan Hayes and Jonas Siegel for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys dive into the Blue Jays' series victory against the Tigers, the matchup against the Orioles, John Schneider's case for the American League Manager of the Year and Bo Bichette turning the corner. They also discuss Bryce Harper getting in a heated exchange with Rob Manfred, the MLB looking to add a salary cap and how that would shift the landscape in the league.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' matchup against the Orioles, the team's trade deadline priorities, Bo Bichette's possible contract extension, his skills with the bat, Max Scherzer's ceiling on the roster, John Schneider's positive season and more.

Big Show + with Aazam Ali Nanji & Connor Gronsdahl is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys chat about the Toronto Blue Jays big weekend in Detroit! The guys talk about Vladdy's strong start out of the All-star break. Then they touch on Bo Bichette's contract situation. Lastly they look ahead to the trade deadline and look at possible acquisitions.(18:53) later on, the gang looks at the Stampeders week 8 loss at the hands of the Montreal Alouettes, and plot a path forward for the team after an uncharacteristic loss. To close we hear from Vernon Adams Jr. and Derrick Moncrief!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the second hour touching on Bryce Harper's reported confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in the Phillies' clubhouse, before bringing on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (10:14) to chat about Bo Bichette's at-bats post All-Star break, how the Blue Jays' trade market is shaping up, where the team is in the standings could dictate their approach at the deadline, and Chad Green's outlook. Afterwards, Baltimore Orioles reporter Roch Kubatko stops by (32:57) to discuss who's untouchable on the roster, Adley Rutschman's season, and the direction of the franchise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the week by reacting to MLB's sports-betting investigation into Guardians' sought-after trade piece, Emmanuel Clase, and discussing what it means for the Blue Jays in their hunt for bullpen support. Then, they look back on the Jays' weekend series against the Tigers, Max Scherzer's efficient outing and Bo Bichette's quiet consistency. Later, former Cleveland pitcher and current analyst Jensen Lewis (29:10) delves deeper into the Clase investigation, the next steps for the Guardians, its impact on Cade Smith's trade market, and what the Jays should do at the 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 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.

Ben and Brent hit the air on Monday with thoughts on the Blue Jays, who despite just missing a sweep of the Tigers, are MLB's best overall team with a 63-43 record! The hosts get into the 6.5 game lead they've established atop the American League East and what can be taken away from the three out of four wins in Detroit this weekend. They discuss Max Scherzer maybe having his best outing of the season in the series finale loss, as well as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette seemingly heating up at the plate at the same time. The a.m. boys also chat about the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame Class who had their day over the weekend, and how amazing and polarizing Ichiro Suzuki is. B&B share their view on what Aaron Judge's trip to the IL means for the second-place Yankees, before reviewing the Happy Gilmore sequel!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.

On hour one of The Sports Drive, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas kick off the show by diving into the future of Bo Bichette as a Toronto Blue Jay as he nears closer to the end of his contract in Toronto. Plus, they dive into Emmanuel Clase being investigated by the MLB for potentially gambling on baseball games.(23:45) Sportsnet's Zach Worden joins the show to continue our coverage of the Blue Jays! Zach shares his thoughts on all things Jays including Bo Bichette, the team's deadline plans, Daulton Varsho's return status, and when we could see Anthony Santander's return to the field.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the Tigers to take the series in Detroit! He takes your calls and texts, and discusses the 'three stars' of the game: Kevin Gausman, Bo Bichette, and George Springer. He gets into Gausman's 10 K outing over six innings of work, Bichette delivering the game-winning two-run single in the top of the eighth inning, and Springer making up for an early gaffe with a three-hit day including a home run. Plus, he discusses the imminent return of Daulton Varsho, what Alek Manoah's contributions could look like post-rehab, and continues to debate whether starting or relief pitching should be the target at the trade deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 loss vs. the Tigers in the series finale. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the 11 strikeouts over seven innings of work from Max Scherzer - despite the loss, how important was this to see considering the injury issues over the course of the season? They get into Chad Green's struggles late in the game - does that change how much the bullpen needs reinforcements? Plus, they get into Bo Bichette going five-for-five, and throw around some names that could help bolster the offensive performance 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 affiliates.

¡Duro revés para los Yankees! Bo Bichette y Vladimir Guerrero Jr. brillaron con el madero para que los Blue Jays ganaran la serie en casa, generando más dudas en el Bronx. Además en este Baseball News: ⚾ ¡Freddie Freeman deja en el terreno a Mellizos y Ohtani sigue encendido! ⚾ Astros barren a Dbacks en Arizona y llegan a 60 victorias ⚾ ¿Cambio inminente? Dbacks más cerca de negociar a Eugenio Suárez y sus estrellas ⚾ Verlander gana su primer juego como Gigante con apoyo de Devers ⚾ Royals se imponen con 4 HR ante Cubs en Chicago ⚾ Sandy Alcántara domina a Padres en gran duelo de pitcheo ⚾ Omar Vizquel nuevamente en el centro de la conversación Análisis, entrevistas, polémicas y más con Alfre Álvarez y Carlos Parra Suscríbete y activa la campana para no perderte ningún episodio.Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/con-las-bases-llenas-podcast-de-beisbol--2742086/support.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the Yankees to take both the three-game series and the season series as well! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the Jays taking advantage of the many Yankees defensive miscues - is that something that can be fixed by the time these two teams play again in New York later in the year? They also discuss Bo Bichette's two-run bomb, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looking stronger on offence, and get into Chris Bassitt's eight strikeouts over 7.1 IP. Plus, how good is it for the team to continue to look elite on defence - can that continue throughout 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 affiliates.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): For the first time since his infamous Bo Bichette proposal, producer Joe gets into the Who Says No game with Gordo, Sammy, and Pat. What kind of value does Edward Cabrera have in a hypothetical deal between the Red Sox and Marlins? Also, Jhostynxon Garcia is included for Boston, but the upside for The Password is conflicting among the guys. And, would it be wise for the Sox to use Franklin Arias as a trade piece or hold out for his eventually arrival to the big leagues? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): For the first time since his infamous Bo Bichette proposal, producer Joe gets into the Who Says No game with Gordo, Sammy, and Pat. What kind of value does Edward Cabrera have in a hypothetical deal between the Red Sox and Marlins? Also, Jhostynxon Garcia is included for Boston, but the upside for The Password is conflicting among the guys. And, would it be wise for the Sox to use Franklin Arias as a trade piece or hold out for his eventually arrival to the big leagues? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Bryan Hayes, Frank Corrado and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss the Blue Jays' jumping up the standings in the AL, Bo Bichette's strong performances and the trade deadline approach for the team. The guys discuss the into the Toronto Sports Quarter Century Bracket for the Most Valuable Athletes and Jonas gives his list on the most intriguing Maple Leafs going into the 2025-26 season.

TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' winning statement in the AL East, the depth of the roster, the pitching options at the trade deadline, the managerial perspective of the team, Bo Bichette's top notch stretch, the Phillies walk-off on catcher interference and more.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off this edition of The FAN Morning Show looking back on Monday night's Blue Jays win over the Yankees, highlighted by Toronto's ability to play clean baseball. They analyze Bo Bichette's impressive numbers with RISP, the contributions from the bottom of the lineup, and Kevin Gausman's vintage outing on the mound. The guys also get into Jeff Hoffman's success in save situations against New York and his mentality on the mound. Next, they discuss why the Jays are officially one of the best teams in baseball this year, before shifting focus to the recent Rogers Centre sellouts. Could the Maple Leafs also sell out a larger arena?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 get back into baseball and welcome Yankees broadcaster, Emmanuel Berbari, onto the show. Emmanuel gives his thoughts on the expectations surrounding Anthony Volpe, focusing on what could be affecting his recent play. They also get into how injuries have impacted the Yankees' starting rotation, what they could do to fix that, and how much, if any, of the blame should fall on Aaron Boone for his team's recent undisciplined play. The duo are then joined by Blue Jays commentator, Joe Siddall (23:25), where they discuss how great of a season Bo Bichette has had at the plate and how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s batting mechanics are affecting his power. The trio wrap up with a look at the differences between Toronto and New York's defensive play. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blue Jays Today's Nicholas Paleolog on the Blue Jays leading the AL East, dominating the Yankees, trade deadline and Bo Bichette contract talks.

On hour one of the Sports Drive, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas look back at the Huberdeau-Tkachuk trade, which happened three years ago on this day. The guys break down the impact that it had in the city of Calgary, Huberdeau's timeline with the Flames, the impact Tkachuk had in Florida, and how he helped the Panthers to a second straight Stanley Cup.  (28:02) Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show, talking Toronto Blue Jays; why they've been preforming so well, the current series against the New York Yankees, what's coming up for the Jays' trade deadline plans, and how players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, and Kevin Gausman have contributed to the Jays' eleven game win streak at home. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

ESPN MLB Analyst Tim Kurkjian joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' red-hot stretch continuing, the stance throughout the AL East, the trade deadline approach and if Toronto are buyers, standout players on the market, Bo Bichette's contract trajectory, Aaron Judge's legacy with the Yankees and how to pitch to him and more.

It only took half the year, but a bunch of our guys are finally back! First, the Detroit Free Press reports on the MLB Players Association advising players to carry immigration documentation with them, Bryan Woo and his parents have a very sweet moment celebrating his first All-Star Game selection, and this year's MLB Draft sees not one, not two, but THREE Asian and Native Hawaiian players! In position player news, Masataka Yoshida returns going 3-for-4 in his first game back, Kim Ha Seong is having a bumpy start to his season with minor injuries, and Bo Bichette, Travis d'Arnaud, Kyle Higashioka, and Lee Jung Hoo are all hot at the plate. Pitching finally sees the return of Kodai Senga and the long-awaited season debuts of Sean Manaea and Yu Darvish. Meanwhile, Tomoyuki Sugano and Bryan Woo have strong games with their parents in attendance and Joey Cantillo, Dane Dunning, and Kumar Rocker stay solid. Lastly, Ohtani's proving his comeback to the mound with more scoreless innings and an NL-leading 32 homers.Detroit Free Press article: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/07/13/tigers-arent-worried-about-deportation-but-told-to-carry-documents/84507852007/Bryan Woo calls his parents to share ASG selection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5877AJvtDjk#:~:text=After%20learning%20he'd%20been%20selected%20to%20the,called%20his%20parents%20to%20share%20the%20news

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.

Hear from Nick Ashbourne from Sportsnet and the Blue Jays Happy Hour podcast to get caught up on everything you may have missed from the first half of the Toronto Blue Jays season. Hear about Vlad Guererro Jr. and Bo Bichette as well as some of the up-and-coming names that have broken out this year. Don't forget to stay connected for real-time updates and expert insights by following Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and be sure to subscribe to Inside Sports on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff welcome MLB insider Bob Nightengale to the show (4:30) to discuss how contending teams will approach the deadline at the all-star break. They discuss the possibility of Bo Bichette being dealt and who Toronto could realistically target. Then, they look to the other top teams around the MLB and what they are missing ahead of the deadline, who could be major sellers, and much more. Later, the Athletic's Shayna Goldman joins the show (26:55) to discuss how the Canadian teams have fared throughout the offseason so far, the post-Marner era for Toronto, the Habs' youth movement, how she expects the Atlantic to shape up, and much more. Finally, they discuss how the Oilers can get back to the Cup Finals and more importantly get over the hump, what Isaac Howard will bring to the team, the Flames' stagnant offseason, the Penguins trade today and who could be on the move, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Jays' 10-game win streak is over, following a game that brought all sorts of grumbling about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. much too easily back to the fore. But it has changed the trajectory of the club's season immeasurably, as they now head into their final series before the All-Star Break with an 88% chance of making the playoffs, according to FanGraphs—up from just 42% at the start of the season, and 40% at the end of May. Churn at the bottom of the roster matters deeply now, trade deadline thoughts are dancing in everyone's head, Bo Bichette has a platform from which he can make himself a whole hell of a lot of money next winter, Anthony Santander and Alek Manoah still have time to put their stamps on the season, and this week we talked about all of it—and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jim Tatti, Dave Feschuk and Michael DiStefano for Hour 3 on OverDrive! TSN Basketball Analyst Jack Armstrong joins to dive into the Raptors' offseason moves, the expectations for the roster going forward and the replacement process for Masai Ujiri. They also dive into Bo Bichette's value on his next contract, John Schneider's case for the AL Manager of the Year, Ryan Reaves hitting the 1,000-game mark with the Maple Leafs in Yes Guy, No Guy and they also give the FanDuel Best Bets.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by discussing the red-hot Blue Jays with Madison Shipman (1:05). They discuss how the Jays are finding different ways to win ball games, the pitching staff's adjustments, feel-good vibes around the team, the present and future of Bo Bichette in a contract year, potential trade deadline plans, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin ask listeners to share what they consider the biggest decisions in sports since LeBron's decision 15 years ago today. Then, Sam Cosentino joins the show (31:40) to discuss Gavin McKenna heading to the NCAA. They discuss whether this is the biggest decision by a prospect in hockey history, the changing landscape in junior hockey, how the Islanders will handle Matthew Schaefer's development 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 Ennis and Brent continue their coverage live from the NHL Alumni Association Classic at Coppinwood Golf Club. The pair reset on the division-leading Blue Jays and debate if this is the most likeable Jays team in recent memory. The hosts compare them to that squad from 2015 that went on a run and captivated Canada, before identifying which player they should be looking as the deadline approaches. Would a winning team entice Bo Bichette to re-sign, even on a short term deal. Kevin Barker (23:38), co-host of Blair and Barker, gets it down and gets it singing on what's led to the turnaround with this team. The trio dive into the renaissance from George Springer, the return of Max Scherzer, what Addison Barger brings, and what should be expected from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. if this team wants to keep it up.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker revisit the Blue Jays' thrilling win against the New York Yankees to tie them at the top of the AL East, their resilience throughout the series while missing Bo Bichette, if the Jays a truly a first-place team in comparison to the Bronx Bombers and Yimi Garcia's return. Then, Jeff and Kevin go to the Back-Leg Line to hear callers' voicemails!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off with a reaction to Yimi García's return from IL and the Blue Jays' corresponding move sending Mason Fluharty down to Triple-A. Then, they look back on the Jays' big Canada Day win over the New York Yankees, discuss José Berríos' recent success against lefties, and react to Andrés Giménez's move to the lead-off spot after his three-run homer yesterday. Later, Blue Jays analyst Joe Siddall (26:30) stops by to share his thoughts on Bo Bichette's status, what's behind George Springer's sustained success this season, the decision to send Fluharty down, Jeff Hoffman getting back on track, and the increase of catcher interference calls.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Yankees to open the four-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the all-around effort from the team - how important was this win in front of a raucous crow at the Rogers Centre? They get into contributions from Ernie Clement and Nathan Lukes, who continue to play well, and the eventual game-winning Vladimir Guerrero Jr. two-run single. Plus, they discuss injury concerns for Max Scherzer, George Springer, and Bo Bichette. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 win over the Red Sox to win the rubber match in Boston, and finish the road trip 4-2! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the bullpen shutting down the Red Sox bats late in the game - how important was it for all of Brendon Little, Nick Sandlin, and Jeff Hoffman to show up in big moments, especially on the road? They discuss the biggest needs for the team at the trade deadline, Bo Bichette's contract status, and also get into Eric Lauer's 4.1 IP allowing three earned runs. Plus, with a four-game series vs. the Yankees starting tomorrow, is a 2-2 record acceptable or do the Jays need to go 3-1 with a big opportunity to gain some ground? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker project how the Blue Jays will perform in their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox before welcoming in Rays TV analyst Brian Anderson (10:55) to discuss Tampa's recent hot stretch after Yandy Diaz's declaration that they are the best team in baseball. Later, from the booth at Fenway, Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (29:18) stops by to help tee up Toronto's series in Boston and discuss what's behind the Jays' road struggles, George Springer's sustained success at the plate, the team's MVP at the halfway point in the season, Jonatan Clase's maturity, Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s play in the field and how the bullpen hierarchy will change when Yimi García returns.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.

Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on Demand! Kevin Barker joins the show and shares his thoughts on Cal Raleigh for the Seattle Mariners, and how dominant he's been. Later he talks everything Blue Jays including Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, and Addison Barger.(24:29) Later Adam Stanley joins George and Matty, they get into Happy Gilmore 2, and whether it will be disappointing or not. Adam also shares his thoughts on Tommy Fleetwood, and will he ever be able to win on American soil. They also dive into Keegan Bradley and they Ryder Cup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

It's another week of Asians in Baseball, and everybody's taking notes! First, our reaction to the Dodgers' response (or lack thereof) to the protests, the updated IL report, and a trade rumor and a DFA.In position player news, Anthony Volpe needs the bump, Bo Bichette and Christian Yelich definitely do not, Steven Kwan shows off his Gold Glove defense, Seiya Suzuki counters two errors with two homers, and Kim Hyeseong earns more playing time. Over in pitching, Tomoyuki Sugano and Yoshinobu Yamamoto are tired, the Angels continue to leave Yusei Kikuchi high and dry with the L, and Orion Kerkering has not given up an earned run since May 6th!And Ohtani leads by example after getting HBP in the Padres/Dodgers Tour de Plunks and returns to the mound...maybe a little too early.

David has a list of potential Tigers' targets, which the guys react to.

Mike and Rico debate the potential impact of some Tigers' trade targets.

The guys talk about potential acquisitions for the Tigers.

Mike and Rico open this week's Best of the Valenti Show reacting to Frank Ragnow's retirement. Also, they pose a hypothetical Tigers' trade for Blue Jays SS Bo Bichette, wonder why there isn't any hype surrounding the Stanley Cup Finals, and discuss what they want the Tigers to do with Tarik Skubal in the future.

The AL-leading Tigers entered a weekend series against the NL-leading Cubs: Potential World Series preview? Also, should Detroit make a run at Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette before the trade deadline? How many All-Stars do the Tigers really have?