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Looking for a refreshing citrusy kick this summer? Grab a Mountain Dew! Find out where at https://www.mountaindew.com/find-dewCheck out the Best Network in the Game at https://T-Mobile.com/NetworkBook your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.comDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMBASEBALL Coach Trev and Talkin' Jake break down what the playoffs can look like, which late season injuries can affect these playoff teams the most, which team we like the best who's on the outside looking in and more!0:00 Intro4:33 Trea Turner / Bo Bichette injuries9:28 Where does Bo Bichette go in Free Agency?12:00 Kyle Tucker headed to IL17:15 NL and AL West are most fascinating races19:50 Dodgers wild card tiebreaker scenario24:15 tiebreakers between Cubs and Padres25:47 Yankees tiebreaker scenario27:14 If you had to pick one team outside looking in43:15 Simulator Stimulator
Connelly Early had a historic debut for the Red Sox (2:55)! ... Emmet Sheehan dominated the Rockies (9:25). ... Joey Cantillo had the best start of his career (12:30). ... Ranger Suarez is going to get PAID this offseason (14:51). ... News (19:07): Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette both went on the IL. ... Josh Lowe has really picked things up (25:10). ... Kyle Bradish had another strong start (38:51). ... Are we buying these hot streaks (43:58)? ... Let's do a temperature check on these pitchers (52:08). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (58:42). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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
Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Looking for a refreshing citrusy kick this summer? Grab a Mountain Dew! Find out where at https://www.mountaindew.com/find-dew Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.com 00:00 INTRO03:54 Kyle Schwarber's upcoming free agency12:37 Are Mets players worried inside the clubhouse?19:16 Fair or foul by the Blue Jays announcer going in on the Yankees?25:55 Could the Astros miss the postseason?32:25 More injury news (Bo Bichette and Kyle Tucker)39:00 OUTRO JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays' electric walk-off win against the Astros, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s impressive plays in the game, playing through Bo Bichette's injury on the roster, John Schneider's perspective for the team, Shane Bieber's progression and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss Sidney Crosby's future with the Penguins, his potential fit on the Canadiens and what a possible trade would look like, Kirill Kaprizov rejecting a eight-year, $16 million deal from the Wild and the ripple effects of a deal. TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss the Blue Jays' impressive walk-off win against the Astros, playing through Bo Bichette's injury and Shane Bieber's progression on the mound and Auston Matthews' season outlook with the Maple Leafs.
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JD reacts to the Blue Jays' latest stressful comeback victory over the Houston Astros in their series-opener, following the news that Bo Bichette would be placed on the IL (00:00). James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, joins the show to discuss the Maple Leafs as they prepare to open training camp, including the additions made over the offseason and the projected line combinations, expectations for Easton Cowan's development in the pros, potential changes to the powerplay with Mitch Marner's departure, the status of Auston Matthews' health, and the goalie situation with Anthony Stolarz heading into a contract year (9:48). Later, JD breaks down Marner's latest comments on playing in Toronto, and the new reports around Kawhi Leonard's free agency negotiations (45:46).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 Gunning open with thoughts on the Blue Jays' wild extra-inning comeback over the Astros! They spotlight George Springer's longest homer of the year, Isiah Kiner-Falefa's ninth-inning knock, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s big defensive play, Tyler Heineman's walk-off (plus the smoke-show postgame), and a bullpen that suddenly looks steady. They also hit on Bo Bichette's move to the 10-day IL and the 13-game gauntlet ahead. After the first break, they tackle the unthinkable: could Sidney Crosby actually leave Pittsburgh? Plus, the latest on the Hughes brothers reunion buzz.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 Couch Potato Diary returns with NFL Power Rankings after Week 1 — who's rising, who's falling, and which teams look like early contenders. Then, we shift to baseball as Bo Bichette heads to the IL, breaking down what that means for the Toronto Blue Jays and their AL East hopes. Our NHL Preview series continues with a look at which teams have the strongest cores and are best set up for long-term success. Plus, CFL Power Rankings and a feature interview with TNA's Raj Singh.In This Episode:Intro (0:00)NFL Power Rankings Week 1 (0:30)Bo Bichette Injury (9:38)NHL Best Cores (12:35)CFL Power Rankings (20:07)TNA's Raj Singh (24:55)
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays and Astros' matchup, Bo Bichette going on the IL and the next man mentality for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the lineup, Anthony Santander's reoccurring injury, Shane Bieber back on the mound and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys dive into the Blue Jays' significant matchup against the Astros, Bo Bichette landing on the IL and the impact to the lineup, Kawhi Leonard's high demands from the Raptors in 2019, MLSE's partnership with the Bills and a throwback on their The Source commercial. They also give their perspective on Dustin Wolf's extension with the Flames, Jack Hughes' desire to play with brother Quinn and Sidney Crosby's future with the Penguins.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! ESPN NFL Analyst Jeff Saturday joins to discuss the headlines from Week 1 in the NFL and look ahead to Week 2. The guys go around the sports world in the latest edition of Confirm or Deny, MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss Bo Bichette's injury timeline, Anthony Santander's ongoing injury and the Blue Jays and Astros' matchup, the NHL offseason heating up and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick off the show with MLB Network's Jon Morosi following Bo Bichette landing on the IL. They discuss how Bichette's injury could affect the Jays in their playoff race in the final weeks of the season, the tight races around the league and more. Then, ahead of the Jays series opener against the Houston Astros, Ben Shulman joins the show. They discuss how the Jays will adapt without Bo for at least the next 10 days, how the Jays can fill the void, the importance of the series, the faith John Schneider and Pete Walker have in Jose Berrios, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss the latest reporting from the Raptors' negotiations with Kawhi in 2019. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show discussing the Blue Jays' roster move sending Bo Bichette to the 10-day IL and calling up Joey Loperfido, expectations for the team moving forward without Bo for the final stretch of September, and the upcoming series opener against the Houston Astros. Then, host of Foul Territory and former MLB catcher Erik Kratz stops by to chat about stealing signs across the league and in particular during the New York Yankees-Blue Jays series finale, if the Jays can win the division without Bo in the lineup, Shane Bieber's outing coming off Tommy John, and if the Astros' consistent run into the post-season is nearing it's end. 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.
On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon is joined by our very own Pat Steinberg to continue to dive into Dustin Wolf's new extension! Pat brings the latest on how the deal came together, his impressions of the term and the AAV, and if Wolf has solidified himself as Calgary's franchise goaltender.(25:39) Logan and Shan get you caught up on all the latest news around the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of their series against the Houston Astros! The guys bring an update on Bo Bichette's injury status, lineup changes, and more! Plus, their reactions to the drama on MNF as the Vikings take down the Bears!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.
JD reacts to the Bills' improbable comeback victory against the Ravens on Sunday Night Football and quickly breaks down Week 1 of the NFL slate, before getting to the Blue Jays series loss against the Yankees in the Bronx (00:00). Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to continue the conversation about the Blue Jays, Bo Bichette's recent injury, the Yankees' sign-stealing ability and John Schneider's comments on the subject, Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt's performances as they try to lock down a spot in the post-season rotation, and the current hierarchy in the bullpen (10:45). Later, JD takes a look at the angry Phillies fan who demanded a home run ball, the Ottawa Senators releasing a Ridly Greig empty-net slap shot bobblehead this season, and Connor McDavid's latest comments on his contract negotiations (36:57).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 Gunning are back! They begin by looking back on the Blue Jays' weekend in the Bronx that saw the Yankees narrowly pull off a series win. Is Toronto still the best team in the division? The pair discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. big weekend in NYC, if he's fully back to form, or if there was extra motivation in playing the Yankees. B&B also gauge their confidence in Max Scherzer, as well as the Blue Jays bullpen, before taking a closer look at Bo Bichette's injury. Later, the a.m. boys dissect the Bills' gutsy comeback win over the Ravens on Sunday Night Football, before touching on Connor McDavid's recent comments about his contract negotiations and if Oilers fans should be concerned (26:40).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.
Dans ce 31ième épisode de la saison 2025, Alain Usereau et Marc Griffin discutent des sujets suivants:⚾️ lutte dans la division Est de la Ligue américaine: Aaron Judge, Bo Bichette et Roman Anthony⚾️ lutte entre les équipes repéchées de la Ligue américaine⚾️ les blessés chez les releveurs des Brewers: Megill, Mears et Miller ainsi que Jason Adams avec les Padres⚾️ Yamamoto perd son match sans coup sûr⚾️ le cas Framber Valdez⚾️ Mason Miller: manche immaculée!⚾️ le décès de Davey JohnsonPour regarder la version vidéo de cet épisode, consultez le lien suivant: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqvxy1uhPRENe ratez pas les segments «La carte de baseball de la semaine» et «Au cercle d'attente». Nous vous invitons à répondre à La question de la semaine sur notre page Facebook:
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 win over the Yankees to take the series opener in New York! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman, who shut down the Yankees bats to the tune of one run over eight innings of work - is the 'ace' version of Gausman back? They also discuss the offence, including great nights for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette - why does Vladdy Jr. always hit so well in New York, and what's the future like for Bichette? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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.
Ted Nguyen previews the NFL season opener between the Eagles and Cowboys, breaking down Dallas' offense without Micah Parsons and questions around Philly's secondary. He also shares thoughts on Sam Darnold's development, Mike MacDonald's defensive system in Seattle, and expectations for the 49ers, Raiders, and Justin Herbert. Buster Olney joins to recap the Jays' gritty series win over the Reds, George Springer's resurgence, and Bo Bichette's future. He also weighs in on the AL playoff race, Mariners' struggles, and the MVP conversation led by Ohtani. 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 look back on the Blue Jays' 13-9 comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds to close out the series. They debate who is the Jays' MVP this season between George Springer and Bo Bichette, break down Shane Bieber's mid-game adjustments, and share their confidence levels in the bullpen heading into their pivotal series against the Yankees. Then, they get into where Anthony Santander would slot in if he gets healthy. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (28:00) stops by to discuss the stakes of the Jays/Yanks weekend series, Springer's miraculous resurgence, Bichette's open-market value, and he ranks his top three teams in each league. Finally, Jeff and Kevin open up the Back Leg Line to take your calls and questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
MLB Network's Jon Morosi (2:17) jumps on with Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about a messy 8th inning during the New York Yankees and Houston Astros game, if the Blue Jays pitchers can attack against the Yankees' hitters, Aaron Judge's future in the outfield, Bo Bichette's market value, and the chaotic race within the American League for a playoff spot. Then, MLB Hall of Famer and MLB on FOX analyst John Smoltz stops by (28:01) to discuss how difficult it is to be a closer vs. a starter nearing the postseason, playing on the road at Yankees Stadium, pitching coming out of Tommy John surgery, the playoff experience Max Scherzer brings to the pitching staff, and who is the best pitcher in baseball in 2025. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines from the Blue Jays' series against the Reds, Jose Berrios' future in the rotation, the bullpen issues on the roster, Bo Bichette's contract value growing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, George Springer's excellent stretch and more.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines from the Blue Jays' series against the Reds, Jose Berrios' future in the rotation, the bullpen issues on the roster, Bo Bichette's contract value growing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season as a whole, George Springer's excellent stretch and more.
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Blue Jays Central analyst Joe Siddall (0:20) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker in-studio to chat about the pitching incident between Houston Astros' starter Framber Valdez and his catcher César Salazar, what he expects from Shane Bieber in his third start since coming off the IL, how he views the Jays handling Jose Berrios' struggles against the Cincinnati Reds, Trey Yesavage's future in Buffalo, who will become Toronto's second hitter in the lineup in October, how Bo Bichette has controlled his 'aggressiveness' at the plate and Alejandro Kirk's season catching. Then, ESPN's Jeff Passan (27:44) stops by to give an early look at the Jays' weekend clash with AL East rivals New York Yankees, how the Yankees have climbed back into the standings behind Toronto, Boston Red Sox's Roman Anthony rookie year coming to a halt, why Bieber might not be far from becoming the Jays' number one pitcher and his view on Framber Valdez's seemingly intentionally pitching his catcher. 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' 12-9 win over the Reds to even the series in Cincinnati at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and get to the bullpen, who covered seven innings of work - who's stock is up after the win, and did anyone's stock drop? They discuss José Berríos, who allowed six runs (only two earned) over just two innings of work - is he injured, or did the long layoff affect him? Plus, they get into George Springer, Bo Bichette, and Daulton Varsho all smashing some longballs - does that alleviate any concern about the offence going forward? 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 Sam McKee kick off Wednesday morning recapping yesterday's Blue Jays win! They dive into José Berríos' short start to determine their level of concern, if the team should consider dropping him out of the rotation, or if that is part of the reason why he is struggling right now. They guys also chat about Eric Lauer's performance out of the bullpen, if Louie Varland has finally turned a corner, Bo Bichette's clutch play, and George Springer's impact in 2025. Where would this team be without him? Later, the guys get into Pablo's Torre explosive report on Kawhi Leonard's free agency, the NHL closing their postseason salary cap loophole, and Brad Treliving's comments about Mitch Marner recent media tour.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.
Spencer Strider is still searching for his groove as he works on his mechanics and tries to reinvent himself. But are the analytics turning into a crutch for Strider? We break it down. Plus, the Braves’ shortstop question just got interesting—Atlanta claimed Ha-Seong Kim off waivers from the Rays. Could this be his audition for the starting role heading into next season? And looking ahead: Bo Bichette is a popular name among Braves fans, but after his big year in Toronto, will his next contract price Atlanta out of the conversation?
Blue Jays' TV analyst Buck Martinez (2:30) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about his expectations for Jose Berrios' start after coming off an extended rest, Shane Bieber's first two starts with the Jays, if Brendon Little can adjust to his pitches this late into the year, how he would catch Jeff Hoffman, why Addison Barger moving down in the lineup could benefit him, and Bo Bichette's consistent at-bats. Then, former MLB executive and host of "Roster to Rings" podcast Thad Levine joins the guys (28:00) to discuss Louis Varland's slow acclimation into the Blue Jays' system, if his can become a starter again, navigating call-ups during September for a playoff bound team, having the tough conversation and decision to send a veteran player to waivers, and how his role changed nearing the end of the regular 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds and another bullpen breakdown in the ninth. They discuss Ryan Borucki's call-up, whether Brendon Little's second-half struggles are correctable, and Bo Bichette's consistency at the plate. Then, they review Max Scherzer's interview on Foul Territory where he opened up on his back injury and Vladdy's untapped potential. Later, Reds broadcaster and former MLB reliever Jeff Brantley (29:11) shares his thoughts on the season in Cincinnati, Terry Francona's management style, the difficulty of balancing being competitive vs. fostering player development, and the pressure on the closer during a 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.
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.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick things off with a look back at what might have been the toughest loss of the season for the Blue Jays. They discuss the state of the bullpen after yet another late-game collapse, along with Jeff Hoffman's role as closer moving forward. The guys pivot to chat about Bo Bichette's 4-for-4 performance that got somewhat lost in the loss. Should he be considered the team's MVP thus far? Ben and Brent also touch on Chris Bassitt's place in the rotation and if the lineup needs to be readjusted. Later on, the guys switch gears to look into Mitch Marner's recent drama and fallout from the Maple Leafs. The pair investigate why this continues to happen, if he's getting bad advice, if the Toronto market comes off as unsafe, and the buzz ahead of his return to 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 affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined in-studio with Blue Jays radio analyst and former pitcher Chris Leroux to debate how John Schneider should reconsider utilizing Brendon Little and the rest of the relievers, if the roster is capable of being the best team in the Majors, even the AL East, Eric Lauer's second stint back to the bullpen, and Bo Bichette's contact ability this season. Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays' recent additions to the team with rosters expanding for the month, if they can still call-up Trey Yesavage to the big leagues, why he wouldn't be too concerned with Jeff Hoffman despite some hiccups over the recent stretch, and if John Schneider will consider switching up the second spot in the batting order. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off loss vs. the Reds in the series opener. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the bottom of the ninth - should Tommy Nance have stayed in the game over Brendon Little? Was there another relief option to go to other than Little? They get into Chris Bassitt's quality start, Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho launching some late home runs, and the news that Eric Lauer is moving into the bullpen as the team transitions back to a five-man rotation. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Reflection on Tony Saladino – Tampa Baseball iconTampa Bay Rays Youth movement:Carson Williams – first MLB home run, strong defensive presence, potential long-term answer at shortstopIan Seymour – lefty starter showing promiseEverson Pereira – solid defense, working into outfield rotationBrian Van Belle – strong Durham performance, early success in MLB debutJunior Caminero – chasing 50+ home runs at age 21, comparisons to Evan Longoria's early career statsChandler Simpson – speed threat, but struggling at the plateYandy Díaz & Brandon Lowe continue to mentor and produce Trop update: new roof construction underway2026 - Rays building around Williams, Caminero, Seymour, Simpson, Curet, & others Jays' Bo Bichette's free agency may reshape shortstop market; Rays could leverage Ha-Seong Kim's contract Little League World Series ExperienceMark's trip to Williamsport with his brother Chris:4 games in a single day (U.S. and international brackets) Emotional highs and lows: kids' joy in victory, heartbreak in defeat Memorable sportsmanship amongst teams Chinese Taipei & Korea producing strong talent; ties to Australian Baseball LeagueWould the LLWS ever move overseasBrooke Mrozek, Team Manager of the Florida Bolts Girls Baseball TeamAll-girls baseball organization serving ages 7–18 across Florida Teams compete in national tournaments, including Sparks, Nevada where:12U team won 1st place (minor division) 16U team finished 2nd place (minor division)Brooke's daughter served as a coach for the 12U team10 collegiate women's teams (e.g., Cal Poly) Launch of the (WPBL) in 2026 Bolts Player DevelopmentContinue with local rec/travel teams and unite for monthly practicesPractices emphasize both skill-building and fun (e.g., slip-and-slide sliding drills) Being a mentor beyond parents—“I believe in you. You belong.”Funding ChallengesFlorida Bolts is a nonprofit, relying on donations, fundraisers, & sponsorshipsPast support included the Tampa Bay Rays, funding has decreased in recent yearsCurrent fundraiser: 50/50 raffle Upcoming Opportunity: The Barclay Cup in AustraliaBolts are the first international team invited to this prestigious tournament happening next monthHistoric opportunity to bridge U.S. and Australian girls' baseball Sponsorships and donations needed to cover travel, lodging, tournament fees, and uniformsSupport the Florida BoltsFacebook & Instagram: Florida Bolts BaseballEmail: FloridaBoltsBaseball@yahoo.comDonations/Sponsorships: via Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal (details on Facebook page)50/50 raffle currently activeClosing Message from Brooke - Goal is to create opportunities and support girls in baseballSponsorships, donations, and even sharing posts online make a difference“Baseball isn't just for boys anymore—girls can do this.”You can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
Grab a cold one and settle in for a wild ride through the Toronto Blue Jays' red-hot 2025 season with Brent and special guest Scott Belford from the Walk Off podcast. They're breaking down the Jays' incredible turnaround, from Bo Bichette's bat catching fire to 41-year-old Max Scherzer still bringing the heat. Is this the year Canada's team finally goes all the way? Scott thinks it might just be their best shot in decades. Also, what's the deal with MLB expansion? Get ready for some old-school baseball talk, a dash of nostalgia for the 2015 squad, and maybe even a Looney Dog story or two. Don't miss this one, folks – it's a grand slam of Blue Jays goodness that'll have you counting down the days till October
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Julia Kreuz (1:15) ahead of tonight's Blue Jays matchup against the Twins. They discuss Max Scherzer's latest outing, Kirk's offensive output and workload this season, George Springer's contract and production in his age-35 season, what could keep Bo Bichette in Toronto, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift announcing their engagement and discuss the fairytale endings they would like to see in the sports world 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 affiliates.
Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 extra-innings win over the Marlins to take the series in Miami! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Bo Bichette coming through with a four-for-six night, including the game-winning RBI and a defensive gem in the top of the 12th - how important has it been to get more from him without Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? They also get into José Berríos allowing two runs over 6.1 IP - is 'La Makina' back? Plus, they discuss the bullpen, including another uneven outing for Louis Varland, Tommy Nance coming through in extras, and Jeff Hoffman blowing the save - despite the blown save, is there less reason for concern from Hoffman as the team's closer moving forward? 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 welcome in Bob Nightengale (3:01) of USA Today to share his expectations for Shane Bieber's return to the mound and Blue Jays debut, if the Jays are capable of a deep run and win the AL East, Max Scherzer pitching like he was 10 years ago, the New York Mets' drastic turnaround season, whether Kyle Tucker's market will dictate Bo Bichette's pending free agency, and the prospect of the MLB looking into expansion with a shorten season. Then, Rob Bradford of WEEI in Boston stops by (34:40) to chat about Walker Buehler's move to the bullpen, Red Sox calling up Jhostynxon Garcia, how the Boston club stacks up against the New York Yankees, and the confidence coming from Roman Anthony in his rookie year.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 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.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins OverDrive to discuss Shane Bieber making his debut against the Marlins, Jose Berrios' tough outing and his stance in the rotation lineup, facing Paul Skenes on the mound, Rob Manfred's comments on divisional realignment, Bo Bichette's contract deal and the position values and more.
Join Michael DiStefano and Dave Feschuk for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss the Blue Jays' series against the Pirates, Jose Berrios' uncertain role for starters and Bo Bichette's contract outlook in Toronto. TSN Football Reporter Farhan Lalji joins to dive into the headlines from across the CFL, Nathan Rourke's leadership for the Lions and the Argonauts' team struggles in Toronto.
In hour two, guest hosts Jamie Dodd and Dan Riccio are joined by Josh Goldberg to talk Blue Jays. What's going on with Jose Berrios? What will the rotation look like going forward? Plus, is Bo Bichette closer to signing long term with the Jays? The guys look ahead to Canada's Olympic team, is Kadri an option? This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.
Hour 3 of the Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour, Adnan Virk joins the program with an insight into getting the best watermelon. Plus, the biggest questions for the Blue Jays heading into the postseason.(27:44) Later on, George and Matt debate whether or not the Blue Jays should sign Bo Bichette to a long-term contract extension before heading into the playoffs. We also give away tickets to Lynyrd Skynyrd.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 are joined by Blue Jays Central analyst Madison Shipman (0:45) to chat about the news of Shane Bieber slated to make his Jays' debut and a potential six-man rotation. Then, she gets into Max Scherzer's velocity, who would be the Jays' second-best bullpen arm after Jeff Hoffman, what stands out from Ernie Clement's game, whether the Blue Jays sustain their contact-first approach into the playoffs, and how John Schneider has navigated the team's 2025 campaign. Later, Jeff and Kevin share who they don't want the Blue Jays to face in the playoffs before bringing on MLB Network's Sean Casey (32:14) to discuss how to attack Paul Skenes, his assessment of Bo Bichette, and Jose Berrios' struggles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss Alek Manoah's future with the Blue Jays and his quest back to the mound, the six-man rotation on the team, the offensive outline of the roster, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s notable season, the future of Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins, Bo Bichette's stock and more.
Devin Williams might be out as Yankees closer (2:43). ... Bo Bichette launched two homers (6:21). ... The Blue Jays crushed the Rockies (9:25). ... The Phillies launched six homers against the Orioles (12:25). ... News (17:03): Aaron Judge is set to return on Tuesday. ... Jurickson Profar hasn't been that great since returning from the suspension (27:34). ... Any interest in Slade Cecconi or Justin Verlander (34:51). ... These three pitchers are on a roll right now (38:50). ... Sean Manaea's velo was down again (43:04). ... Sonny Gray vs. Tyler Glasnow was great (47:18). ... Let's take a look at leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (53:18). ... We wrap up with Team Name Tuesday (1:04:50)! Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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