Podcast appearances and mentions of Bo Bichette

We preview the NHL playoffs with a Green Jacket Draft. Will the winner of this 1st round matchup go all the way? :30- ABCs of the Mariners J is for Jorge, we don't want to get ahead of ourselves, but he's putting up some great numbers. K is for kinfolk- the Blue Jays have a bunch of kids of other players and while we know there's no chance for Vlad Jr to be a Mariner, could Bo Bichette head this way? L is for Love lost and apparently there isn't any when it comes to Scott Servais and his salty comments! :45- We close out the show and the week with Booze News!

JD brings on Joseph Casciaro, lead Raptors and NBA reporter at theScore, to react to the Raptors locker room clean-out day and put a bow on their season (8:00). JD and Joseph chat about Scottie Barnes' improvements on defense and in leadership, how Darko Rajaković can be judged in a tanking season, what they'd like to hear from Masai Ujiri, next season's expectations and what may have gone overlooked. Afterwards, JD and Joseph look at the points of the interest in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Arden Zwelling, Blue Jays reporter, joins JD in-studio for the second hour to sift through the Jays' season thus far (52:00). JD and Arden discuss John Schneider's feel for taking out starting pitchers, how the Jays' base-running might improve, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as a leader, how Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension impacts what's next with Bo Bichette, and the status of Daulton Varsho and Max Scherzer. The show finishes with discussion of Paddy Pimblett's star-power following his victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314 (1:29:00). 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 breaks down the Blue Jays' 8-4 loss vs. the Braves to open the three-game series in Toronto. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to Easton Lucas giving up eight earned runs - should the Jays run him out there for the next start given that Max Scherzer is not close to being ready? He also discusses another quiet night for the offence - can Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Anthony Santander turn it on to be more consistent going forward? Plus, he gets to Myles Straw and Tyler Heineman continuing to look good, and discusses Guerrero Jr. officially signing his 14-year, $500 million contract earlier in the day. 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.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Got Yer Back Podcast Host and Former NHLer Jason Strudwick joins to discuss Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl's ability to elevate the Oilers, the team injury bug and the Jets' Presidents' Trophy victory. Blue Jays General Manager Ross Atkins joins to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s incredible contract extension, the franchise impact and Bo Bichette's contract stance.

Toronto Blue Jays General Manager Ross Atkins joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension with the team, the milestone mark for the franchise, the positive outlook of his career, the impact on Bo Bichette's future and bringing, Max Scherzer's injury status, the offense coming for the team and more.

Sportsnet's own Shi Davidi joins Jeff Blair live from Rogers Centre following the press conference announcing Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension. Shi discusses the role ownership played in the signing, how the rest of the league views the deal, the positive direction this move signifies for the franchise, and what's ahead for Bo Bichette. Later on, ESPN's Jeff Passan (23:12) shares his perspective on Vlad's 14-year extension and the potential ripple effects for future MLB free agents, before shifting to chat about the how the American East-leading Blue Jays have started 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.

Jeff Blair is joined by Jim Bowden - former GM and MLB analyst with CBS Sports and the Athletic - to continue the conversation around Vladimir Guerrero Jr. making his extension official (0:46). They discuss the industry's reaction to Vladdy's deal, costly timing for the Jays and ownership's role in negotiations. Then, he tees up the Jays' series against the struggling Atlanta Braves. Later, Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins joins the show (26:09) to share a timeline of the negotiation process with Vladdy, the clubhouse's reaction to the deal, the next steps towards a potential Bo Bichette extension 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.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 extra-innings win over the Orioles in Baltimore! They take your texts on this podcast-only edition of the show, and get to the play of Jeff Hoffman's 4 Ks in two innings of work - how important has his addition been to the back-end of the bullpen? They discuss Bo Bichette coming through to tie the game in the eighth inning, Alejandro Kirk with a pair of RBI including his first home run of the season, and George Springer being removed from this game with left wrist discomfort. Plus, the team still endured a few sloppy mistakes on defence and on the base paths - can that be cleaned up 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.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Orioles in Baltimore. They take your texts, and get right to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s mistakes that likely cost the Jays a number of runs - is that something that can be cleaned up going forward? They discuss the 5.2 IP from Bowden Francis - did he deserve a better fate? Plus, they discuss Bo Bichette going three-for-five with an RBI but also being set down as the game's final out, and Anthony Santander clobbering his first home run of the year versus his former 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 affiliates.

The biggest news of the Blue Jays week, of course, was the monstrous 14-year extension offered up to Vlad Guerrero Jr. In addition to outlining the dollar details, Mal and Griff explain the possible ripple effect of the third-largest total value contract in MLB history and what having Vlad, the face of the franchise, on board through 2039 could mean for Bo Bichette, to Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins, for attendance at Rogers Centre and the trickle-down benefitting future free agents like Kyle Tucker. Should the Jays trade Bo if they think they can't afford both young stars. What about the Jays rotation and the improved length they are giving, compared to a year ago. Is Easton Lucas this year's Bowden Francis and who are the Top 5 homegrown Blue Jays starting pitchers, signed and developed since 2000. Plus, another week in which EP offers apologies to backup catcher Tyler Heineman, who has started the season like an all-star.     INDEX 0:00 Intro   0:31 Jackie Robinson Day and Clemente disrespect  4:00 Vlad tribute to victims of the DR disaster  9:22 Vlad's Contract and its ripple effect  12:34 What about Bo Bichette  17:10 Vlad deal impact on Mark and Ross   20:34 Does Vlad make Jays destination of choice     22:41 The Stadium renos and no roster rebuild  26:59 Vlad's contract details   34:30 Rotation impact without Scherzer  38:33 Internal surprises Roden and Lucas   41:37 Top 5 List Jays homegrown starters   1:00:41 Varsho update Heineman apology   ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

(00:00) Did a personality on the station accuse the morning show of not doing any show prep? (18:51) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Franz Wagner scored 23 points and Cole Anthony added 18 off the bench as the Magic beat the Celtics 96-76 to clinch 7th place in the East and the top play-in spot. In MLB, Bo Bichette’s sac fly in the 11th drove in Ernie Clement as the Blue Jays edged the Red Sox 2-1; Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits after signing an extension. Luka Doncic dropped 45 points in his return to Dallas, leading the Lakers to a 112-97 win over the Mavericks and securing a playoff spot. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

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¡Bienvenidos al noticiero de hoy con lo mejor del béisbol de Grandes Ligas!En esta edición: ✅ Max Fried lanza joya y evita barrida de Yankees ante los Tigres.✅ Jackson Chourio explota con jonrón y 5 impulsadas en paliza de Cerveceros.✅ Randy Arozarena lidera espectacular remontada de Mariners con Grand Slam.✅ Phillies agravan la crisis de los Bravos con cuadrangular de Trea Turner.✅ Mike Yastrzemski deja en el terreno a Rojos con HR para los Gigantes.✅ Bo Bichette define en extra innings victoria de Azulejos sobre Medias Rojas.✅ ¡Ya tenemos los grupos oficiales del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol 2026! Dale like, comenta y suscríbete para más contenido diario del mejor béisbol del mundo.Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/con-las-bases-llenas-podcast-de-beisbol--2742086/support.

JD is joined by James Mirtle, senior writer at The Athletic, to break down the Toronto Maple Leafs' crucial win over the Tampa Bay Lightning last night (6:50). They discuss Matthew Knies' exponential growth, Anthony Stolarz' edge over Joseph Woll as the postseason starter, Max Domi's imperfect bottom-six fit, and why the Leafs are set up better than ever for a long playoff run. Then, JD reacts to Ross Atkins speaking with the media yesterday, and a sudden feeling of optimism around Bo Bichette's future with the Toronto Blue Jays (47:18). Afterwards, JD catches up with Devante Smith-Pelly, Stanley Cup champion with the Washington Capitals (52:30). Devante reflects on being in attendance to see Alex Ovechkin break the all-time record NHL goal record, the Great 8's ability to bond an entire dressing room, and how the Capitals overcame their playoff ghosts to win it all in 2018. Later, the conversation shifts back to the MLB with Jared Carrabis, co-host of the Baseball is Dead and Section 10 podcasts (1:20:08). Jared comments on Boston Red Sox fans' hopes of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reaching free agency and his impressions on the Blue Jays following three straight wins at Fenway Park.  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 open today's show sorting through the Blue Jays' lineup ahead of this afternoon's series finale against the Red Sox. The guys look back on Kevin Gausman's elite performance in last night's win in Boston, with a focus on his adjustments game to game. They also zero in on Alejandro Kirk's night to forget on both sides of the ball, Jeff Hoffman's dominant two innings of work, and state of Toronto's offence early on this season. David Samson (25:20), former MLB executive and current host of Nothing Personal, joins the program to share his view on the structuring of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s 14-year contract extension. He breaks down how the $325 million signing bonus could impact relations with the Major League Baseball Players Association, the process of getting a deal of this magnitude done, what's ahead for Bo Bichette, and the rationale of having team captains in baseball. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's program with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 6-1 victory over the Red Sox powered by Easton Lucas. The duo highlight the work by Toronto's starter and "low leverage" bullpen arms in the win, the continued lack of power from the team's power bats, and John Schneider's level of trust among his relievers! Later, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, Caleb Joseph (25:00) checks in on George Springer's revival this season, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s extension could influence what's next for Bo Bichette, and the keys for Kevin Gausman's success tonight in Boston. Caleb also chats about Lucas' strong start to 2025, Tyler Heineman's efforts behind the plate, and the strength of the team defensively. 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.

In hour one, Mike and Jason look ahead to the Canucks' matchup with the Dallas Stars and break down what makes Dallas such a tough opponent. The guys also go around the NHL scoreboard, then welcome Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to talk Vladdy's new deal, Bo Bichette's future, and the Jays' playoff hopes. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show discussing the Blue Jays' win in their series opener against the Boston Red Sox, the positive changes in George Springer's mechanics and mental approach, Andrés Giménez's addition to the infield's defence, José Berríos battling through the cold weather at Fenway Park, and Pete Walker jawing back and forth with Red Sox third base coach Kyle Hudson. Then, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (28:32) stops by to chat about the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reaching the finish line in a contract extension early in the regular season, Toronto front office's next move is for Bo Bichette, what Kyle Tucker's next contract is projected to be, and who could be the next biggest free agent signing on the market.  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.

In hour two, Ben and Brent analyze the Maple Leafs' upcoming two-game Florida road trip, crucial for maintaining their lead in the Atlantic Division. They welcome former TML GM Gord Stellick for insights on the team's preparation for playoffs. Later, they shift to the Blue Jays, discussing the potential benefits of extending Bo Bichette and the excitement of being a pesky singles team (27:54).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s $500 million contract extension with the team, the win-win situation for the deal, the further outlook for Guerrero Jr., the stance on Bo Bichette's future, the importance of offensive strength and more.

JD begins the show reacting to reports that the Toronto Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have agreed to a 14-year, $500-million contract extension. The conversation continues with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (10:30) to detail the timing behind the second-richest deal in MLB history, why Toronto was comfortable going past their offseason valuation, the elevated expectations for Guerrero Jr., and whether the Blue Jays will turn their spending focus to Bo Bichette or the pitching staff. Then, JD touches on Nick Robertson's two-goal performance for the Toronto Maple Leafs over the weekend (48:30). Afterwards, Washington Capitals play-by-play voice Joe Beninati (54:15) joins to discuss his call on Alex Ovechkin's 895th goal to break the all-time NHL record. Joe shares his thoughts on how the perception around Ovechkin has evolved over the years and what yesterday's moment meant to the Washington sports market. JD and the producers conclude the show with What We Missed (1:17:00).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 FAN Morning Show opens the week with great news for Toronto sports fans: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays have reportedly agreed to a $500-million, 14-year extension, pending a physical. Ben & Brent discuss the significance of the no-deferred-money deal, making it the second richest in MLB history by present value. They analyze its implications for the current Blue Jays roster and future moves, particularly regarding Bo Bichette, and share fan reactions from the text line (30:29).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 & Brent discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s monumental $500-million contract, analyzing its impact on the Blue Jays' future and their standing among baseball's financial leaders. They also explore the potential for re-signing Bo Bichette. Former MLB player Kevin Barker (24:35) joins to share his thoughts on the pressure this places on Vlad and the team following such significant investment.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.

Former MLB Player and SiriusXM Host Cody Decker joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around MLB, the Blue Jays' team overview, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract outlook, Bo Bichette's hot start, the Dodgers' undefeated streak, Shohei Ohtani's abilities with the bat and the mound and more.

JD starts the show with a look at the Blue Jays ahead of their weekend series in New York against the Mets, before diving into Jon Heyman's latest reporting on the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contract negotiations (00:00). Then, Jake Mintz, senior baseball writer for Yahoo, joins the show to discuss the hype around "torpedo bats" in the MLB, the Yankees' role in fueling the fire, and where the trend may be heading down the road, before chatting about Jackson Merrill's nine-year contract extension and where the Vladdy story could head if an extension isn't reached soon (06:28). Later, JD touches on "The Gr8 Chase" and the coverage that's surrounded Alex Ovechkin throughout the season (43:02). Jeff Blair, host of Blair & Barker, jumps on with JD to break down George Springer's start to the season, the strengths of the bullpen, the Vlad distraction heading into New York and Boston, and where Bo Bichette fits into the plan (50:41). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:23:15).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-0 loss to the Mets at Citi Field in Queens. They take your calls and texts, and get to the strikeout-less outing from Kevin Gausman - did he actually pitch better than the box score would suggest? They discuss the power outage from the bats, and discuss the lack of run support from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, and company. Plus, they debate the John Schneider decision to pull Gausman for rookie reliever Mason Fluharty - should Fluharty have been put in that position? They also hear live post-game comments from Schneider and Gausman. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, dive into the positives of the Blue Jays' start to the 2025 season including Andrés Giménez' surprising offensive output, Bo Bichette's return to form, and the strength of the bullpen, before getting into how the offence will look going forward, how the fifth starter spot should be managed with Max Scherzer on the shelf, and Giménez' spot amongst the best starts as a Blue Jay (00:00). Later, they shift to the Leafs, and the importance of winning the Atlantic Division to having playoff success (44:20). Then, former NHL forward Matthew Barnaby jumps on to discuss his new podcast The Blue Line, and continue the conversation around the Leafs ahead of their latest matchup with the Panthers, who has the edge if they meet in the playoffs, Anthony Stolarz' struggles against his former team, the effect Brad Marchand can have in Florida, and the prospects of a Battle of Ontario first round series (52:46). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:29:38).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' 5-3 win over the Nationals to secure their first series win of 2025! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the timely eighth-inning hit from Bo Bichette - is he all the way back from his 2024 to forget? They discuss the 5.2 IP from José Berríos in a bounce-back outing, the bottom of the order continuing to produce, and Jeff Hoffman giving the closer role a different look vs. what the team was used to over the last few years. 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 kicked off the FAN Morning Show by recapping the Blue Jays' gritty win over the Nationals, highlighting Bo Bichette's clutch play, George Springer's leadership, and the team's early and unconventional small-ball approach and its sustainability. In the second half of hour one, the conversation shifted to the Raptors' elimination from the NBA Play-In tournament, the Maple Leafs' playoff positioning, and the decision to load manage players that impact the Atlantic Division race (28:32).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.

Baseball is officially back which means we have actual games that mean something to talk about this week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast. Hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss some of the news over baseball's opening weekend and dig into some early noteworthy performances and some overreactions. (2:00) Kristian Campbell settling in nicely.(6:00) Gleyber Torres injured(9:00) Josh Jung Injury(10:00) Reynaldo Lopez placed on IL for shoulder inflammation.(13:00) Jurickson Profar PED suspension.(15:00) Eury Perez ready to face hitters(17:00) Garrett Crochet signs six year $170 million.(19:00) Cash in your Drake Baldwin shares? Sean Murphy starts a rehab assignment this week.(21:00) Colton Cowser broken thumb out 6-8 weeks.(23:00) Crazy overreactions from the opening weekend.(24:00) Kristian Campbell is voted an AL All-Star(25:00) Cristopher Sanchez receives Cy Young votes.(26:00) Dylan Crews gets demoted to Triple-A at some point.(27:00) Kyle Manzardo finishes as top five first baseman.(30:00) Aaron Judge hits 70 home runs in 2025.(31:00) Bo Bichette lead the AL batting Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert tee off with Blue Jays radio colour analyst Chris Leroux (6:14) to set the stage for the Jays' second game against the Washington Nationals. They discuss the shocking early returns on Andrés Giménez, Bo Bichette's encouraging at-bats, Max Scherzer's injury, a rocky start from the relief crew and how MLB should deal with torpedo bats. Later, Sean Reynolds (25:46) joins the show from the road where he's following Alex Ovechkin's great chase for Gretzky's goal record. He weighs in on how the Capitals have managed the record chase, what it would mean to the organization and his expectations for Boston College star Ryan Leonard in his Caps 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 affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 win over the Nationals to open the three-game series at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get to Andrés Giménez banging another home run - how is the cleanup hitter experiment looking through five games? They also discuss Bowden Francis' six innings of two-run ball, and get into the bullpen shutting down the Nationals after Francis' departure. Plus, they discuss the idea of focusing on Bo Bichette over Vladimir Guerrero Jr. when it comes to a long-term extension. 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 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss Anthony Stolarz's struggles against the Florida Panthers this season, before welcoming in Luke Fox! He weighs in on the Leafs' goaltending situation, Mitch Marner's pursuit of 100 points, and Craig Berube's efforts to massage minutes for Marner and Auston Matthews. Afterwards, Keegan Matheson (25:07) joins the show to chat about the Blue Jays' offensive upside, Bo Bichette's staying power in the leadoff spot, Will Wagner's usage at third base, early returns on the Jays' pitching staff, and the viability of deploying Yariel Rodriguez as a late-game setup man. 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.

After a season opening series split with Baltimore, Justin and Patrick voice their concerns about Max Scherzer and the puzzling move to keep (and then DFA) Richard Lovelady over Ryan Yarbrough.The guys highlight Andres Gimenez, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, and Jeff Hoffman as standouts over the weekend. Congrats to Alan Roden on his first MLB hit.Before wrapping up the episode the guys discuss the Washington Nationals and the keys to winning the series. Stay tuned for a very cool episode later this week!

Former MLB General Manager, Jim Bowden, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share his take on the Yankees' use of "torpedo bats", how the Blue Jays' signing of Max Scherzer looks in hindsight, and what's behind Rafael Devers' 0-for-16 start to the season. Jim also chats about Rōki Sasaki's rough outing for the Dodgers, as well as what to make of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s agency being in attendance over the weekend. Blair and Barker wrap up with thoughts on Alan Roden's MLB debut, if his approach at the plate is sustainable, Bo Bichette's form to start to season, and what to expect heading into a three-game set with the Nationals (23:55). 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' 9-5 loss vs. the Orioles at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and get to Max Scherzer leaving the game after three innings of work due to right lat soreness - if he misses a significant period of time, who steps up? Can the team rely on Yariel Rodríguez as another starter if need be? They discuss the roster construction that had Richard Lovelady and Jacob Barnes enter the game - even if the backend of the bullpen has been fixed, is middle relief now an issue as well? Plus, they get into Bo Bichette's 4-for-4 day, including two doubles and a walk - should the extension conversation shift from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to Bo if this keeps 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.

Ben and Brent kick off Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show by discussing the Maple Leafs' shootout loss to the Sharks on Thursday night, Craig Berube's criticism of Joseph Woll, William Nylander's pursuit of 50 goals, the significance of Scott Laughton snapping his 15-game point drought, and the Leafs' potential plans for Max Pacioretty come playoff time. Later, MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi (26:00) stops by to chat about the Blue Jays' latest effort to extend Vladimir Guerrero Jr., how Vlad's performance this season could impact the Jays' chances of keeping him, the lingering uncertainty regarding Bo Bichette's future, and John Schneider's batting order deployment on Opening Day.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.

Guests: Blue Jays 1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr., closer Jeff Hoffman, OF Anthony Santander, starters Chris Bassitt and Kevin Gausman, manager John Schneider The 2025 season is finally upon us and so we bring you the Opening Day Extravaganza! The fifth season of Deep Left Field begins with a star-studded roster of guests to get you ready for the season. You'll hear from star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. about his spring, his thoughts on the off-season changes and his future with the team. You'll meet new Jays Anthony Santander and Jeff Hoffman, both of whom will be playing critical roles in the success (or otherwise) of this season. 40 percent of the starting rotation joins us in Chris Bassitt and Kevin Gausman, and manager John Schneider sits down for a conversation about his long tenure with the organization, his thoughts on Bo Bichette and Vladdy and his expectations for the coming year. The Opening Day Extravaganza is here!

In the spirit of MLB Opening Day, Ben and Brent run through some Blue Jays over/under predictions for the 2025 season, including projections for Bo Bichette's OPS, Max Scherzer's quantity of starts, and John Schneider's ejection total. Afterwards, the guys are joined by Shi Davidi (23:58) to chat about the A.L. East landscape heading into the season, the Blue Jays' potential lineup construction, the latest buzz surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract situation, George Springer's regression and changing role, and expectations for John Schneider 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 affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent discuss Bo Bichette's outlook for the 2025 season before welcoming in Joe Siddall, who chats about the excitement of Opening Day, expectations for the Jays' offence this season, Bowden Francis' ceiling as a full-time starter, and Will Wagner's positional fit on the roster. Later, the guys are joined by former Blue Jays All-Star Whit Merrifield (26:58) to discuss his playing future, the looming specter of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette potentially testing free agency, the importance of having levity in a MLB clubhouse, his experience playing in Toronto, and the Blue Jays' recent pursuit of marquee free agents. 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.

Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, joins JD to chat about what the Leafs have left to figure out down the stretch of the season (4:00). JD and Luke get into the success of the Leafs' second line from their win over the Philadelphia Flyers, John Tavares' longevity and value, and Scott Laughton's fit in Toronto. JD then outlines a version of the Leafs lines that he'd like to see the team try (30:00). JD then breaks news of Alphonso Davies' injury (40:00). Blue Jays reporter Arden Zwelling joins JD in-studio to discuss Bo Bichette's upcoming season, expectations for George Springer,  which Jay that didn't make the major league roster could be the first to join the team, and important factors to start the season (50:00).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  

JD discusses Scott Laughton before the Maple Leafs face-off against his former team (00:00). Blue Jays analyst, Joe Siddall, talks about if Alejandro Kirk will be able to handle a bigger offensive load, expectations for the Jays' lineup, where the Jays stand in among American East teams, and Bo Bichette being poised for a comeback season (8:00). JD then lays out the lost feeling(s) around this version of the Toronto Raptors (40:00). Kevin Woodley, goaltending expert from InGoal Magazine, analyzes the drama-filled Vancouver Canucks season, the pressure on the Leafs' goaltenders, and what the underlying numbers on Jospeh Woll and Anthony Stolarz may signal (50:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:29:00)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 Tuesday's episode zeroing in on the Blue Jays roster. They share their expectations for Alan Roden, Will Wagner and Leo Jimenez heading into the season, before looking into Toronto's clean-up options for Opening Day. Producer Mark Boffo joins the guys to pose some Jays over/under bets including Vladimir Guerrero Jr. home runs, Bo Bichette hits, Anthony Santander RBIs, and much more! Later on, David Samson (29:13), former MLB executive and host of the Nothing Personal podcast, stops by! He offers his view on Alejandro Kirk's contract extension, the value of winning in April, which teams will surprise in 2025, what it will take to strike a deal with Vladdy, and how to manage George Springer in his age 35 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 are joined by Blue Jays TV analyst Buck Martinez (5:51) to chat about his expectations for Will Wagner and Alan Roden, the buildup to 'Opening Day' each year, whether Kevin Gausman can return to form, what classifies a good year for Max Scherzer, bullpen depth, Alejandro Kirk's workload behind the plate and on offence, and whether Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can find some comfort alongside Andrés Giménez in the infield. Then, MASN's Roch Kubatko (27:10) stops by to discuss the impact moving the left field wall closer to home plate will have for hitters at Camden Yards, who are the Orioles heading into the 2025 season, projections for Zach Eflin, not signing Corbin Burnes, if the team will look into calling up prospect catcher Samuel Basallo, and concerns for the aging pitching staff.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Fantasy Baseball Live – March 23, 2025 – 12 Noon ETSegment 1 – News and Notes1.Jackson Jobe has made the Tigers rotation out of camp. I've written about this numerous times to our Patreon members. One of my logic threads is Tarik Skubal only has two more years until free agency.a.Stat line for 2025 – GS, ERA, Ks2.Thario Estrada will miss 4 to 8 weeks with a fractured wrist after being hit by a Kumar Rocker fastball.a.Do you think the Rockies will give Adael Amador a shot?3.Shane McClanahan was removed from Saturday's game due to a triceps injury. That's a tough one, as he was drafted as a top-30 starter (7 to 8th round).4.Who will be the starting second baseman for the Red Sox to begin the season?5.Justin Martinez agreed to a 5-year, $18 million contract with the Diamondbacks. He's been up to 102+ this spring.a.Is he the closer in Arizona?6.Julio Urias will be allowed to sign with any MLB team after the All-Star. He's been suspended twice for domestic violence. Will anyone take a flyer? Would you run out and grab him in a Dynasty League if he's available?7.Ryan Weathers had looked promising for the Marlins this spring, but he'll start the season on the injured list with a forearm strain. a.If he comes back healthy, what type of season do you think he can have?Segment 2 – Overreacting to Spring Training stats1.Rhys Hoskins leads the league in home runs with six. He's even batting .306.a.Stat line for 2025: AB, HR, RBI, BA2.Jackson Chourio posted an odd stat line: 21 for 44 (.477), 6 SB, and 0 HRs. a.Is there anything to make of the lack of power?3.Curtis Mead appears to have made the Rays out of camp, while Eloy Jimenez was told he won't. He led the league with 21 hits, hitting .538 with a home run and a stolen base.a.Does he get enough at-bats to contribute to a fantasy team?4.Bo Bichette: 19 for 49 (.388), 4 home run, and 1 SB. He's in a walk year, but you've been a long-time hater.a.Are you sticking to your position, or do you think he'll have a solid season?5.Cody Bellinger has looked good—20 for 47 (.426) with three home runs. Yankee stadium should work for him.a.Are you buying?6.Josh Lowe – 18 for 43 (.419), 2 home runs, 7K/6BBa.Time to get excited?7.Cam Smith was 13 for 35 (.371) with a home run. He did strikeout 10 times. There's a lot of love coming out of the Astros camp about Smith. a.Everyone seems impressed. What about you? 2025 statline: AB, HR, RBI, and BA8.Spencer Schwellenbach – 18.2 IP, 2.41 ERA, 26K/2BBa.Is he ready to climb into the elite pitchers? He's already going as the 31st pitcher off the board?9.Clay Holmes – 19.1 IP, 0.93 ERA, 23K/9BBa.Impressive spring. A few too many walks. What are you thinking for 2025?10.Jack Leiter – 16.2 IP, 15 hits, 19K/9BB, 3.24 ERAa.Jack Leiter or Kumar Rocker – Who do you want for 2025?Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 5 – Closer ReportClose

Casey got in uniform as a guest coach for the Buccos. He talks about his awesome convo with Paul Skenes and breaks down what he says is a super impressive Pirates team. Plus, he got to coach AGAINST Bo Bichette, Garrett Crochet, and others and gives a scouting report on what he saw - especially promising a big year from Bo. Full Youtube Broadcast: https://youtu.be/-tCjYJGLwhM https://bleav.com/

Another day, another injury. Ryan Weathers will start the season on the IL (3:03). ... News (7:24): Andrew Abbott will also start the season on the IL. ... Who were standouts on Thursday (13:03)? ... It's time to announce our listener league participants (21:30)! ... Let's get into the starting pitchers we keep drafting and the ones we're fading (24:44). ... Chris has wound up with Emmanuel Clase three times this offseason (34:30). ... Why do we keep drafting Steven Kwan (44:17)? ... Which of the three keeps drafting Bo Bichette (52:57)? ... The third round is popular for third basemen (58:15). ... Ozzie Albies continues to be undervalued (1:01:22). ... First base seems spread out (1:05:06). ... Does it make sense to take the injury discounts at catcher (1:10:49)? ... Who are the players we have FOMO with this season (1:14:31)?

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 8-2 Spring Training loss vs. the Orioles in Grapefruit League action. They take your texts and get to Bo Bichette smoking another home run - is it a done deal that he will start the season as the team's leadoff hitter? Should the team rotate their leadoff hitter throughout the year? They also revisit their 26-man active roster discussions from earlier in the spring - how do Ryan Yarbrough, Myles Straw, Richard Lovelady, Mason Fluharty, and others all stand when it comes to making the 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 affiliates.

Hosts Trevor Hooth and Nate Kosher bring insight and analysis of the prospects/rookies you need to know about this year to make an impact in your fantasy baseball leagues.On this week's episode, Trevor and Nate discuss some Spring Training injuries and the openings they may cause, including potential fantasy relevance for Drake Baldwin. They chat about how to properly value Garrett Crochet going into 2025 and finish the episode with another "Defend Yourself" segment discussing their latest trades.  Players discussed include Trevor Megill, Felix Bautista, Corbin Carroll, Luis Gil, Spencer Steer, Giancarlo Stanton, Garrett Crochet, O'Neil Cruz, Bo Bichette, Ben Joyce, Zyhir Hope, Moises Ballesteros, Thayron Liranzo, and Drake Baldwin.   Coffee Talk - "where no matter what time of day it is, we're always ready for that next cup of coffee" Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Hour 1 Matthew Stafford stays with the Rams, so the Giants are now linked to Aaron Rodgers. Boomer doesn't think Rodgers fits the Giants' offense, and Gio thinks Rodgers can't dictate terms anymore. Boomer believes the Jets will start Tyrod Taylor and that it's too early to extend Sauce Gardner and Garrett Wilson. Jerry's update includes the Knicks beating the Heat, Jimmy Butler being sued for unpaid rent and damages, St. John's winning the Big East outright, and Rick Pitino's comments. Also mentioned are Aaron Judge possibly taking a shot at Juan Soto, Jack Hughes' injury, and Boomer's experience with a rough plane landing. Hour 2 The show covered St. John's Big East win and their NCAA prospects, comparing their season to the Knicks'. Tom Brady's control over the Raiders was discussed. Jerry returned, and his 'winter's over' declaration was debated. Updates included the Knicks' OT win, St. John's Big East victory, Rangers' shutout, and Devils' loss. Jordan Schultz denied offering Tesla stock for scoops, and Boomer recalled Jay Glazer's first MMA fight. The WFAN internship program was also mentioned. Hour 3 We discussed Yankees' spring training injuries, including Luis Gil and Giancarlo Stanton, with speculation on the cause of these early setbacks. Boomer's recent speaking engagement in San Antonio was highlighted, followed by a caller's query about the evolution of NFL shoulder pad sizes. The segment shifted to Jerry's update, which included the Knicks' overtime victory in Miami, NBA player podcast clips, Carlos Mendoza's strategy for Kodai Senga, and Keith Hernandez's Florida condo listing. Finally, a correction was issued regarding a previous statement about John Daly's Masters record. Hour 4 Boomer and Gio discussed injured DJ LeMahieu and aging players. Gio doesn't like teams going after older QBs except for the Giants with Matthew Stafford (which didn't work out). Jerry gave an update and they talked Knicks, Thunder, and Davante Adams. Boomer said Giants fans are tough on themselves and discussed their QB troubles.