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CHICAGO SPORTS IS HEATING UP — but the Bears are suddenly getting hit hard by injuries.On this week's True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, BIG-Z breaks down the latest from Bears training camp as Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, while the Bears continue adjusting to the loss of Coby Bryant in the secondary. Can Chicago survive the injury bug before the regular season even begins?

Fresh off a 3-game sweep of the Dodgers, the PCA vs Shoehi MVP debate has taken the baseball world by storm. Alex and Lance discuss why PCA has the slight edge and what Ohtani would need to do to catch him. Additionally, Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes and Ryan Zeferjahn all made their Cubs debut this week. The guys talk about Gausman's devastating splitter, Holmes first MLB start since May 15 and Zeferjahn thrown right into the fire facing Shoehi Ohtani in his first apperance. All new episode of Cubs Now.

Guests: Chicago Cubs pitchers Kevin Gausman and Trent Thornton; Blue Jays third baseman Josh Smith   This week in Deep Left Field we travel to the north side of Chicago to see Kevin Gausman in his new digs at venerable Wrigley Field.   The hope was to see Gausman square off against the team that traded him less than a week ago, but he felt that might be a bit too much.   Instead, we got what might be our last conversation with the right-hander for a while. He compares Wrigley to the Rogers Centre, reiterates his love for Toronto but also says how happy he is to be in a winning situation in Chicago.   We also speak to former Blue Jay and now Cubs pitcher Trent Thornton, who raves about his new team's acquisition of Gausman and looks back at his own Jays days, plus one of the new Jays acquired at the trade deadline, infielder Josh Smith, joins us to introduce himself to the masses.   All that, plus your Bluejays comments and questions in the mailbag at deepleftfield@the star.ca!

Tarik Skubal's stunning trade from Detroit to the Dodgers has MLB's parity debate boiling over. Host Kevin L. Warren, MLB Resident Expert Alvin "Cincinnati Al" Clawson, D-Dubbz, and The D.A. break down why L.A. needed Skubal, whether Detroit's timing made sense, and if baseball's competitive balance problem is real — or if it's time for fans to stop blaming the Dodgers for legally winning.The crew also reviews the Cubs' deadline masterclass (Gausman, Clay Holmes), Luis Arraez joining Philadelphia, Adley Rutschman's move to Boston, and a full Yankees shake-up: George Lombard Jr.'s debut and Anthony Volpe's demotion. It closes with MLB's push for a hard salary cap and floor ahead of the December 2026 CBA deadline, NFL money vs. MLB money, and whether "Level The Playing Field" is fair messaging or propaganda.

Skubal to the Dodgers; Arraez to the Phils; Gausman to the Cubs; Mahle to the Braves; BREWERS?

JD is joined off the top by Sportsnet producer and host, Sam McKee, to discuss the Blue Jays' big week and Kevin Gausman's place amongst the Mount Rushmore of athletes that have left Toronto, including former Leafs, Raptors, and Blue Jays. Later, JD reacts to the Blue Jays win in extra-innings against the Astros to take their third consecutive series, before JD and producer Brandon hit on Gausman's comments about Chicago, and get to "What We Missed". The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with CFL legend and Toronto Argos General Manager Michael 'Pinball' Clemons (1:40)! They discuss the Argos finally returning home to BMO Field, the impact of the extra travelling being away from home from so long, the impact it has had on his role as GM and new HC Mike Miller, and more. Then, they discuss the CFL's new rules. Later, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays winning their third series in a row, what would have happened if Kevin Gausman got his first start with the Cubs against Toronto, if we can see a Gausman return in the offseason, and more. Finally, Ailish and Justin go through an early Northern Star Award preview! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The trade deadline has come and gone and the Cubs acquired 5 players to help their Major League squad: Kevin Gausman, Braxton Garrett, Ryan Zeferjahn, Clay Holmes, and Tyrone Taylor.In this episode, Greg Huss and Greg Zumach review what the trades mean for the Cubs system as a whole and detail the 7 players the team traded away: Jefferson Rojas, Mason McGwire, Jonathon Long, Jace Beck, Brett Bateman, Ty Southisene, and Moises Ballesteros.

Guest: Toronto Star baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm The trade deadline has passed and the Blue Jays were very busy indeed. After picking up right-hander Jameson Taillon and trading beloved starting pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, the Jays made four more trades on Monday's deadline day. They dealt away embattled former closer Jeff Hoffman and one-time MLB Defensive Player of the Year Daulton Varsho, along with left-hander Adam Macko and former top prospect Arjun Nimmala and they picked up potential all-star starter Jose Soriano, utility player Josh Smith and a whole bunch of very similar-looking young players, both pitchers and position players, plus one kid who stands out from the rest, a 20-year-old left-hander who throws 99 miles per hour named Dasan Hill. Gregor Chisholm and I break down the Jays' deadline and explain what they were trying to accomplish and how we think they did. We also take a dip into the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!

Welcome back to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast with BIG-Z!The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline has completely reshaped baseball in Chicago, and tonight we're breaking down every major move made by the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. Which front office improved the most? Which team is built for a deep postseason run? And which trades could define October baseball?⚾ Cubs Trade Deadline BreakdownThe Cubs made their biggest splash by acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman from Toronto, adding postseason experience and much-needed stability to an injury-riddled rotation. Chicago gave up prospects Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman in a move designed to strengthen a team with legitimate World Series aspirations. We'll evaluate Gausman's fit, what he still brings to the rotation, and whether the Cubs paid the right price. ⚫ White Sox Trade Deadline BreakdownChris Getz made one of the boldest moves of the deadline by acquiring Luis Castillo from Seattle to strengthen the front of the rotation while also adding center fielder Brenton Doyle and reliever Huascar Brazobán. We'll break down each move, discuss the prospects Chicago surrendered, and answer the biggest question: Did the White Sox just become the favorites in the AL Central?

There it is. On the night before the trade deadline, the Cubs reached an agreement with the Blue Jays to acquire a big-game pitcher who produced two quality starts against the Dodgers in last year’s World Series. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back with details on the Gausman deal, insights into the Tarik Skubal talks and a reminder that Jed Hoyer’s front office is not done yet.To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch.To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Ben Nicholson-Smith (4:20) on MLB trade deadline day! They discuss the moves we have seen so far from the Blue Jays, what the edition of José Soriano means for the Jays going forward, the business of the deadline and if Gausman has a future with Toronto, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss the trajectory of the Blue Jays based on the state of their contracts and the trades they have made so far. Then, MLB Networks Alex Avila (28:53) joins the show! They discuss the Tigers' side of the Tarik Skubal trade, why the Dodgers' villainy is good for MLB, the Cubs landing Kevin Gausman and if he could be a playoff starter for the team, and much more! Justin and Jesse end off the hour breaking down the big trades of the day so far! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD reacts to the Blue Jays trading Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs, and looks ahead to what the Jays need to do before Monday's trade deadline. He looks back at this era of the Blue Jays potentially coming to an end, how we've gotten here this season, and what the plans should be moving forward. Geoff Pontes of Baseball America joins the show to further discuss the trade, the two prospects coming back in return, and the needs that the Blue Jays should be looking to fill through the farm system. Then, JD reacts live to the Blue Jays acquiring starting pitcher Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for one of their top prospects in shortstop Arjun Nimmala. Later, JD takes a look at the Los Angeles Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal and the effects it could have on Major League Baseball's future, including a potential salary cap. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Kevin Gausman's tenure in Toronto, the acquisition of Jose Soriano and what's ahead for the Blue Jays at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. Afterwards, Davy Andrews (22:09) of FanGraphs discusses Luis Garcia Jr. heading to the Yankees and why the Nationals like their return. Cody Stavenhagen of the Athletic pops in to reflect on Tarik Skubal's time with the Tigers and other moves on the horizon for Detroit. Eric Longenhagen (50:04) of FanGraphs gives the lowdown on the two prospects the Blue Jays traded Kevin Gausman for in Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman. MLB Insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays Reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:06:05) talks Toronto seemingly buying and selling at the deadline and who else could be moved before 6pm ET. Lastly, Craig Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus gives his take on Tarik Skubal joining the Dodgers and if LA is bad for baseball or simply lapping everyone.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brent Gunning and Sho Alli open with MLB Network's Adnan Virk to break down the Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman trade, deadline sellers and buyers, the Dodgers' Tarik Skubal deal, and MLB's long-term labour outlook. Later, Blue Jays radio voice Ben Shulman (26:11) joins to discuss Toronto's season, the Gausman return, the club's top prospects, potential deadline moves, and what the Jays could get for Jeff Hoffman. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blue Jays are making one final push. Toronto improved to 51-59 with a 3-1 win over the Cardinals, moving within 4.5 games of the final American League Wild Card spot. But with the trade deadline looming, every win raises the same question: Can the Blue Jays convince themselves to keep this group together? On game 111 preview of Flight Deck, Nick Alberga breaks down another dominant outing from Dylan Cease, Louis Varland's perfect season in save opportunities, and whether George Springer is quietly playing himself into becoming one of the most intriguing trade targets on the market. We'll also discuss Kevin Gausman's future with the organization. Could tonight's start be his last in a Blue Jays uniform? Where does he rank among the greatest starting pitchers in franchise history? And what would it mean if Toronto decided to move one of the faces of its rotation? Also on today's show: ⚾ Dylan Cease continues his Cy Young-calibre season ⚾ George Springer's recent surge and why contenders could be calling ⚾ Jeff Passan's latest report on Toronto's trade deadline plans With the deadline just around the corner, this could be one of the biggest weekends of the Blue Jays' season. Can Kevin Gausman deliver one more vintage performance, keep Toronto's playoff hopes alive, and make the front office's decision even tougher? We finish with Nick's picks presented by bet365. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (2:11) joins the guys to chat about approaching the last series before the trade deadline as business as usual, his goal for Vladdy with the remaining games on the year, Dylan Cease's increased workload and success on the mound, how Andres Gimenez and Ernie Clement acclimated themselves in different roles around the infield, Jesús Sánchez's return, and Kevin Gausman's comments around the chemistry in the clubhouse compared to the 2025 World Series team. Then, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman stops by (27:48) to discuss why the Jays' deadline plans could be fluid throughout the weekend, Vlad Jr.'s return to first base after his hamstring issue, and where Gausman ranks among the greatest Blue Jays pitchers.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to dive into the managerial perspective of the MLB trade deadline in his career, the behind-the-scenes views as a manager, the Blue Jays' outlook and the potential trade chips, Kevin Gausman's value in a deal, the MLB CBA and the impact of the trades and more.

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An extension of Monday's live show on Couch Potato Diary, more Flames conversation, honest answers about life at Sportsnet 960, and a full Blue Jays trade deadline breakdown.

Blake Murphy is joined by Zach Worden of the Bird's Eye View Podcast to recap the weekend's action and review Sportsnet's “The Blue Jays Way” documentary series through three episodes. Tim Britton (26:44) of the Athletic provides the state of the Mets and what the Jays can get for a few of their players on the trade market. Afterwards, Blake takes your texts (49:57) on who could be available via trade, whether Alejandro Kirk could be moved, Kevin Gausman's future and more. Lastly, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (1:12:59) talks Gausman, Shane Bieber, the latest on Ricky Tiedemann and the details around Toronto signing some of their 2026 draft picks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Riccio breaks down a statement win for the Toronto Blue Jays on this episode of Flight Deck as the Jays blank the Boston Red Sox 6-0 behind one of the most dominant pitching performances of the season. Dylan Cease was sensational, tossing a complete-game one-hitter while continuing to prove why Toronto invested heavily in him during the offseason. Cease overpowered Boston from the first inning to the last, adding another elite outing to what has been an outstanding first season in a Blue Jays uniform.The Blue Jays' offence finally broke through against a difficult matchup in Sonny Gray. Toronto erupted for five runs in the third inning thanks to clutch two-out hitting, beginning with an RBI single from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. before Ernie Clement ripped an RBI double. George Springer delivered the biggest blow of the night with a towering three-run home run that put the game out of reach. Guerrero added another RBI in the ninth inning as the Jays completed a convincing 6-0 victory.With the series now in the balance, the Blue Jays turn to Kevin Gausman as they look to secure the series win against one of baseball's hottest teams. Gausman has struggled in recent starts, and with the MLB Trade Deadline rapidly approaching, speculation continues to grow that this could be one of his final outings in a Blue Jays uniform. Standing in Toronto's way is Ranger Suárez, who dominated the Jays earlier this season by throwing eight scoreless innings, allowing just one hit while striking out 10.Can the Blue Jays finally build momentum heading into the trade deadline, or will the Red Sox bounce back as they continue chasing the AL East leaders while strengthening their American League Wild Card position? Dan Riccio breaks down Dylan Cease's brilliance, George Springer's big swing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s impact, Toronto's offensive breakout, the looming trade deadline, and what to expect in the next matchup.We finish with Dan's picks presented by BET365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) and Mike Mager (@BronxYankees23) get you ready for this weekend's free agent bidding, Week 19 matchups, and discuss their top targets, exposures, fades, and FOMO hitters of the 2026 fantasy baseball season. Enjoy! TOPICS 1. Trade Deadline Targets  Tarik Skubal Mason Miller Luis Robert Jr. and Daulton Varsho Closers and Relievers 2. Lessons Learned from our Hitter Exposures The Catcher Pool is loaded Ben Rice in the 1st round? Konnor Griffin's value for next season Vladimir Guerrero Jr's freefall -- Freeman range? Nationals hitting coach and maximizing news nuggets in the preseason Impacts of Prediction Markets in fantasy baseball Roman Anthony, Austin Riley, and more 3. Week 19 Matchups and FAAB The A's, Red Sox, Royals and Pirates 4. Are the scrappy Pirates a team of destiny? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Guest: Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman   With the Jays' season spiraling, seemingly out of control, losing seven of their last eight games to fall 10 games under .500, it seems inevitable that they will be sellers at the August 3 trade deadline.   Their most attractive commodity on the trade market is Kevin Gausman, and the five-year Blue Jay joins us for an honest, open and very emotional conversation as he deals with the potential that he has made his final start at home for the Jays.   You might want to grab a tissue or two, Gausman certainly could have used some.   As well, we take a deep dive into the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca for your questions, comments and thoughts, including ones about the upcoming deadline, the Jays' uninspiring play of late, the role of the front office in the swoon and the tragic passing of Duane Ward.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 12-2 loss to the Rays. Tampa Bay Times reporter Marc Topkin stops by (6:42) to discuss the Rays' biggest deadline need, the success of the Yandy Díaz, Jonathan Aranda and Junior Caminero hitting trio, and Kevin Cash's growth as a manager. Then, Jeff and Kevin discuss where Chandler Simpson stands amongst the fastest MLB players of all time, listen to Max Scherzer's availability after his Triple-A start, and take your calls and questions on the Back Leg Line! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee begin the second hour by reflecting on Kevin Gausman's legacy in Toronto. Where does he rank among the greatest pitchers in Blue Jays history? The boys look into what a potential trade return should look like, along with John Schneider's role in the club's disappointing season including the team's bullpen reliance and lineup decisions. The conversation then shifts to comments from Vaughn Alexander about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's future and the possibility of playing in Toronto. Later, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' latest performance, their trade deadline outlook, potential trade candidates, and possible young call-ups. Ben and Sam wrap up the hour by discussing the ideal finish to the season for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee open this episode of The FAN Morning Show recapping the Blue Jays' 12-2 loss to the Rays. They discuss the team's fading playoff hopes, continued offensive struggles, and whether Kevin Gausman has made his final start with Toronto. They reflect on Gausman's legacy with the Blue Jays, what a potential trade return might look like, and the possibility of a future reunion. After the break, the conversation shifts to the Maple Leafs with the guys sharing which players they're most excited to watch next season, their biggest offseason concerns, and whether Mike Babcock's return to Toronto carries any intrigue. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blue Jays suffered their second straight blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night, falling 12–2 at Rogers Centre. Toronto has now lost six of its last seven games, sits at 46–55 and is guaranteed to finish its seven-game homestand with a losing record. Tampa Bay has outscored the Blue Jays 19–3 through the first two games of the series.On game preview 102 of Flight Deck, hosted by Nick Paleolog, we break down another difficult outing from Kevin Gausman. The veteran right-hander allowed five runs—four earned—on nine hits and two walks over just 3.1 innings, striking out only one batter. After surrendering three runs with two outs in the opening inning, how concerning is Gausman's recent form with the trade deadline approaching?Toronto had an immediate opportunity to answer after loading the bases with one out in the bottom of the first, but Daulton Varsho popped out before Kazuma Okamoto struck out to end the threat. The Blue Jays did not score until the sixth inning, when Varsho drove in Ernie Clement and George Springer scored on a double play. Toronto has now produced only eight runs in five games since returning from the All-Star break.The defensive problems also continued. Toronto has committed five errors through the first two games of the series, while Tampa Bay has repeatedly used its speed and aggressive baserunning to force mistakes. Nick Fortes hit a three-run home run for the second straight night, Yandy Díaz added another three-run shot in his 1,000th career game and the Rays finished with a season-high 21 hits.We'll also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s continued struggles. Guerrero went 0-for-4 on Tuesday and is now hitless in his last 13 at-bats. He is just 2-for-27 against Rays pitching this season. Can Toronto's franchise player finally break through and help an offence desperately searching for a spark?Looking ahead, the Blue Jays will use Braydon Fisher as an opener against Griffin Jax in Game 3 of the series. Fisher enters with a 3–3 record and a 3.65 ERA, while Jax is 5–7 with a 4.08 ERA and 77 strikeouts. Fisher owns a 2.08 ERA across 10 career relief appearances against Tampa Bay, while Jax has posted a 3.80 ERA in 17 career games against Toronto. Can Fisher and the Blue Jays' bullpen slow down a Rays lineup that has scored 19 runs over the past two nights?Finally, Tampa Bay enters at 58–42, owns the best record in the American League and has already clinched the season series after winning seven of eight games against Toronto. With the Blue Jays nine games below .500 and their playoff hopes fading, has the organization reached the point where selling at the trade deadline is inevitable?We finish with Nick's picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toronto's three-game winning streak came to an end in chaotic fashion Saturday night, as the Blue Jays fell 8–7 to the San Diego Padres. Despite the loss, Toronto remains just 1.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot with one game remaining before the All-Star break. On game preview 96 of Flight Deck, hosted by Cody Gaudreault, we break down a frustrating night for the Blue Jays' pitching staff. Toronto issued 11 walks, including seven from Trey Yesavage in just 1.2 innings, as neither team's starting pitcher made it through the second inning. How concerned should the Blue Jays be about Yesavage's command moving forward? The offence did everything it could to keep Toronto in the game. Jonatan Clase launched a two-run home run, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. tied the game with a massive three-run shot in the sixth inning. Could this be the performance that finally helps Guerrero break out of his extended slump? Unfortunately, the tie did not last long. Ty France answered with a solo home run in the bottom of the sixth, and the Padres held on to even the series. We'll discuss Toronto's inability to complete the comeback and whether the pitching staff wasted one of the offence's strongest performances of the season. Looking ahead, Kevin Gausman takes the mound against Germán Márquez in the rubber match. Gausman enters with a 4–8 record and a 4.32 ERA, while Márquez is 4–2 with a 5.02 ERA. Can Gausman steady the pitching staff, rescue the series and send the Blue Jays into the All-Star break with some momentum? Finally, with Toronto sitting at 45–50 but still only 1.5 games outside of a playoff spot, what will this final game of the first half mean for Ross Atkins and the club's approach ahead of the trade deadline? We finish with Cody's picks presented by bet365. LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck. Thanks to our partners: bet365: http://www.bet365.ca Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ #BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Mets to open the series and snap a six-game losing streak. They discuss Trey Yesavage's command bouncing back, Sean Keys betting clean up in game two, Patrick Corbin being moved to the bullpen, and what to expect from Kevin Gausman as he looks to get back on the rails. Then, they reflect on Bo Bichette's reception in his return to Toronto. Later, Caleb Joseph stops by (29:05) to discuss what Gausman can take from Yesavage's strong outing against the Mets, Bo's emotional return, and how Vladdy Jr. has optically handled his 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show reacting to the news of the Blue Jays calling up left-handed power-hitting prospect Sean Keys to the main roster, if there's a spot on the roster for him to become an everyday player, why it's a different team when George Springer and Vlad Jr. aren't having success at the plate, and the lack of quality starts from the starters, especially from Kevin Gausman. Then, Blue Jays manager John Schneider (28:38) joins the guys to chat about the 23-year old prospect before officially bringing him to the Majors, if there's signs of positive progress in Vlad Jr. finding himself at the plate, how the first baseman has handled himself through the rough stretch this year, concerns with the recent outings from his starters, Gausman's slider usage, Ernie Clement's growth as a player, and how has staff and himself navigated through the rollercoaster 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by David Singh of Sportsnet to diagnose why Kevin Gausman has struggled over his past two starts and John Schneider's postgame comments on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Kennedi Landry (30:03) of MLB.com pops by to talk Corey Seager, Mackenzie Gore, and the Texas Rangers. Bradley Woodrum (49:55) of Baseball Prospectus talks about the state of stolen bases, working counts as a hitter and the pope watching the Chicago White Sox. Lastly, 2018 MLB All-Star Jed Lowrie (1:15:02) joins to break down why he thinks Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is trying to do too much and Kazuma Okamoto's season thus far. 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.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff preview the Blue Jays series against the Texas Rangers with Sportsnet's David Singh! They break down the Jays struggles with RISP, if the teams record matches their play, what is going on with Gausman's splitter, why the Jays will need to look for starting pitching at the deadline despite such a stacked rotation, and much more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss the latest rumours surrounding a reunion between Kawhi and the Toronto Raptors. Then, the guy's welcome NHL Networks Jason Demers to the show! They discuss the change in the Atlantic division, the Sabres losing some big names but their options with the #4 overall draft pick, what would happen across the league if Zach Werenski requests a trade out of Columbus, The Capitals adding some big names, 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 affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 16-2 loss vs. the Cubs to open the three-game series in Chicago. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman allowing seven earned runs in the first inning - should he have been pulled earlier, or should he have gone even longer after the game was out of reach? They discuss a few Jesús Sánchez misplays in the field, the bullpen getting overworked once again, including Brendon Little making another appearance - what's the next step for Little after three walks? Plus, we hear from John Schneider and Kevin Gausman in their post-game availabilities.   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.

Guests: Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman, Philadelphia Phillies reliever Tim Mayza This week in Deep Left Field, we look into the latest Blue Jays news from a 4-3 week, including the returns of Dylan Cease (good) and Max Scherzer (less good) from the injured list and speculate about how the Jays might handle the impending return of Alejandro Kirk, given that Brandon Valenzuela has emerged as one of the team's best hitters so far this season. Kevin Gausman, the only Jays' pitcher to have not yet missed a start this season, joins us to share his thoughts about the team being under .500 but very much in the playoff race as the first day of summer approaches. Gausman also talks about some of his more lightning-rod-type teammates, including Jeff Hoffman, George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Tim Mayza was back in Toronto this week, but the one-time longest-tenured Blue Jay is now a Philadelphia Phillie. The left-hander reminisces about his Jays days and talks about the ups and downs of life as a reliever in the big leagues. All that, plus a deep dive into the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!

Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays by Tony T. The Pick: Orioles are batting .230 on the road with a .377 slugging percentage. Blue Jays at home bat .238 with a .395 slugging percentage. Gausman's numbers have been better at home. Baltimore is 12-20 on the road with a -7.9-unit loss. Blue Jays are 10-5 in their home day games with a +2.8-unit return. Play Toronto -133.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the loss to the Braves, Kevin Gausman blaming himself and Toronto's continued struggles at the plate. Afterwards, Derek VanRiper (29:36) of the Athletic chats about projecting upside in fantasy baseball and Jacob Misorowski. Following that, Doug Fox (49:58) of the “Future Blue Jays Newsletter” joins to discuss the progress of Charles McAdoo, Johnny King, Nolan Perry and other top prospects in Toronto's system. Lastly, Musician Kevin Morby (1:17:10), who's in Toronto on a stop during his World Tour, chats about his baseball fandom, his tour 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.

Sho Alli and Jeff Blair break down the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Pirates to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Yohendrick Piñango continuing to look great - after smashing another two-run double to give the Jays an early lead, what does his spot look like when more players get healthy? They get into Kevin Gausman allowing just one earned run over 6.2 IP, Brandon Valenzuela continuing to look great both behind and at the plate, the team erupting for some late insurance runs, and Louis Varland slamming the door for a two-inning save - despite the aggressive bullpen management, how important was it to lock down the win tonight?   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.

Ahead of a weekend hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates, Justin and Patrick recap the series split with the New York Yankees that capped off a 4-3 road trip for the Toronto Blue Jays. The guys discuss the brilliant pitching performances of Trey Yesavage, Spencer Miles, Adam Macko and the majority of the bullpen. The guys preview the pitching matchups that feature Gausman and Cease for the Jays on Friday and Sunday, and Paul Skenes for the Pirates on Saturday.

Toronto Blue Jays at Detroit Tigers by Tony T. Game Summary Gausman has a better skills profile than his ERA, with a low walk rate and a FIP sitting below his season ERA. Detroit needs Flaherty to rebound and avoid early-count damage. The Pick Blue Jays in their past six games are hitting .171 with a .269 slugging percentage. Tigers are batting .280 in their day games with a .482 slugging percentage. Gausman in his past five starts has an ERA of 4.97. Blue Jays bullpen on the road has an ERA of 4.04. Tigers' bullpen has been outstanding at home. Blue Jays are 7-14 on the road with a -10-unit loss. Detroit is 13-7 at home with a +4.3-unit return. Play Detroit +113.

Kevin Gausman allowed six earned runs on ten hits in 4.2 innings, and Gunnar Henderson is hitting .205 with no home runs or steals since April 28, making them the two biggest dud stories on today's episode of First Cup Fantasy Baseball with host Corey Pieper. On the Bullpen Report today, Corey covers the Angels closer situation with Kirby Yates back but Ryan Zeferjahn looking like the guy, the Baltimore setup with Rico Garcia in the eighth and A. Nunez picking up saves, and how Bryan Baker and Paul Sewald have been performing. Studs on the day include Ryan Weathers going 6.1 innings with nine strikeouts, Mike Soroka dealing for 6.1 innings, and Ben Rice going 2-for-4 with a homer. On the injury and news front, Nathan Eovaldi was scratched Monday with a tight side, Ryan Helsley is still not cleared to throw with a hoped return by end of May, Addison Barger is back on the IL, and Henry Bolte and AJ Ewing are being called up. Mookie Betts is back from injury, Eric Lauer was DFA'd with Yariel Rodriguez recalled, and Chandler Simpson left his game early. Don't miss the FanDuel Bet of the Day — Marlins -1.5 at +159 with Eury Perez vs. Bailey Ober. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net — rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday's show by celebrating Kevin Gausman becoming the ninth active pitcher to reach 2,000 career strikeouts. The boys debate whether his résumé puts him on a Hall of Fame track, or rather the “Hall of Very Good.” They then break down the Rays' 8-5 win over the Blue Jays with thoughts on Tampa Bay's continued success against Toronto, Gausman's rough outing, the Jays' lack of walks, Eric Lauer being DFA'd, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s slow start. After the break, they discuss the Leafs' new front office choosing not to retain Shane Doan, Mats Sundin's comments about no-move clauses and what they could mean for Morgan Rielly's future. This hour wraps up with the latest golf report focusing on Jordan Spieth's pursuit of a career Grand Slam. 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.

Tampa Bay Rays vs. Toronto Blue Jays MLB Pick Prediction by tony T. Rays at Blue Jays 7:07 PM ET—Drew Rasmussen is starting for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen started seven games dealing with an ERA of 2.95 with WHIP of 0.93. The right hander fans 25.2% with 4.1% walks. Ground balls sit at 49.5% with 1.47 home runs per nine innings. Kevin Gausman makes the start for Toronto. Gausman has eight starts dealing with an ERA of 3.09 with WHIP of 0.99. The veteran strikes out 23.2% with 4.9% walks. Grounders are 39.7% with 0.96 home runs per nine innings.

The Boston Red Sox received bad news with star pitcher Garrett Crochet headed to the IL, just a few days after firing manager Alex Cora. Buster Olney and Alden Gonzalez discuss the Red Sox fate this year. They also dive into the Dodgers tactic of benching Shohei Ohtani as a DH when he pitches; how the Atlanta Braves have the best record in baseball; and the resurgence of the Seattle Mariners. Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman joins the show to discuss Toronto's season, and Sarah Langs plays the numbers game. 0:00 Welcome 1:23 Matt Olson Walks It Off 1:38 JJ Wetherholt HRs off Paul Skenes 1:54 Marlins take series from Dodgers 2:18 Mariners back to .500 2:28 Garrett Crochet to IL 2:39 Alden Gonzalez joins the show 3:10 Red Sox issues 10:44 Dodgers Organizational Success 15:16 Ohtani not batting when pitching 20:08 Braves best record in MLB 23:12 Mariners surging 26:28 Kevin Gausman joins the show 26:45 Gausman close to 2,000 career Ks 27:32 How Gausman unlocked his splitter 29:14 The Braves secret to boosting Gausman 31:30 Advice to younger players 33:05 Blue Jays clubhouse is tight-knit 35:32 How piano playing saved Max Scherzer's career 38:17 Calling pitches 41:22 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boston Red Sox received bad news with star pitcher Garrett Crochet headed to the IL, just a few days after firing manager Alex Cora. Buster Olney and Alden Gonzalez discuss the Red Sox fate this year. They also dive into the Dodgers tactic of benching Shohei Ohtani as a DH when he pitches; how the Atlanta Braves have the best record in baseball; and the resurgence of the Seattle Mariners. Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman joins the show to discuss Toronto's season, and Sarah Langs plays the numbers game. 0:00 Welcome 1:23 Matt Olson Walks It Off 1:38 JJ Wetherholt HRs off Paul Skenes 1:54 Marlins take series from Dodgers 2:18 Mariners back to .500 2:28 Garrett Crochet to IL 2:39 Alden Gonzalez joins the show 3:10 Red Sox issues 10:44 Dodgers Organizational Success 15:16 Ohtani not batting when pitching 20:08 Braves best record in MLB 23:12 Mariners surging 26:28 Kevin Gausman joins the show 26:45 Gausman close to 2,000 career Ks 27:32 How Gausman unlocked his splitter 29:14 The Braves secret to boosting Gausman 31:30 Advice to younger players 33:05 Blue Jays clubhouse is tight-knit 35:32 How piano playing saved Max Scherzer's career 38:17 Calling pitches 41:22 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Blair breaks down the Blue Jays' 7-1 loss vs. the Twins to open the four-game series in Minnesota. He takes your texts, and gets to Kevin Gausman's struggles on a cold night at Target Field - when he doesn't have either the splitter or slider working, what can Gausman do to get by to opposing batters? Plus, he gets into a quiet night for the bats, a tough evening for both the defence and the bullpen, Davis Schneider's role on the team, and what the future could potentially look like for Daulton Varsho.   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.

This week Chris sits down with Blue Jay's ace Kevin Gausman to talk about his recent balk drama, his piece of history in college football, and his favorite snacks. After that, we're joined Alex Call and Kiké Hernandez of the Dodgers for a fresh edition of teammate test. 0:00 Gausman still doesn't think he balked 2:28 Kevin and Chris hace a snack debate 4:05 Blue Jays had to take a bus to LA from Pheonix 5:20 Deciding to play baseball at LSU 7:25 How Kevin met his wife 8:15 The best things about LSU 9:25 Colorado Rockies fandom 11:15 How important is making every start? 12:35 Kevin's dad is a college football referee 15:00 When Kevin had to be the sideline replay guy in a game Follow along with Jomboy Media at theshownotes.jomboymedia.com JM Merch Store: slashline.co Featuring: Kevin Gausman Hosted by: Chris Rose Edited by: Alex Graap #JMBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday Michigan is a national champion, Uncle Diamond Dave Esler cashed a 5-to-1 futures ticket, and there are still three MLB games, two NBA matchups, and a Masters first-round leader portfolio to get through before the week really starts. That is the agenda on this Tuesday, April 7th edition of Cash That Ticket on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, hosted by Munaf Manji alongside Dave Esler. The show opens with a full championship recap of Michigan's 69-63 victory over UConn, breaking down how the Wolverines won despite shooting just 38 percent from the floor and going 2-of-15 from three-point range, leaning instead on a 25-of-28 free throw performance and a 36-22 edge in points in the paint. The guys walk through the sharp money signals on the spread, why the total was never going to go over once the pace was established, and why UConn fans have no real basis for their free throw complaints given how the Huskies are built offensively. On the MLB side, Munaf and Dave break down three Tuesday games starting with the Dodgers and Blue Jays in Toronto for Game 2, where Yoshinobu Yamamoto faces Kevin Gausman in what projects as a low-scoring first-five-innings battle worth playing both from the under and the Toronto run line. Dave makes the case for Gausman's historically dominant start to 2026 as genuine value against the Dodgers price, flagging Max Muncy as the one hitter with the résumé to hurt him, and declines to lay the full-game number on Los Angeles given continued bullpen concerns. The second game sends the Mariners to Arlington, where George Kirby carries a jaw-dropping career record against the Rangers into a matchup against Nathan Eovaldi, who has allowed 11 earned runs in fewer than nine innings this season. Munaf names Kirby and Seattle at minus-120 as his official best bet of the episode. The third game features Cristopher Sánchez and the Phillies visiting Oracle Park against Robbie Ray and a Giants team that has gone 1-and-7 since opening weekend, with Dave pointing to the first-five Phillies run line and the under as his preferred structure in a pitcher-friendly park. The NBA card covers Boston hosting Charlotte in a game that means considerably more to the Hornets, who are scrapping for seeding in a tight play-in race, while the Celtics essentially mark time before a more consequential Thursday matchup with New York. Both hosts like the under, backed by back-to-back regular-season meetings that stayed well beneath their respective totals and top-ten defensive ratings from both clubs over the last ten games. The late game puts a streaking but arguably fraudulent Rockets road run to its toughest test yet in Phoenix, where the Suns are a strong home team and both Dylan Brooks and Jalen Green will be facing former employers with something to prove. Dave takes Phoenix, and Munaf agrees. To close, Dave delivers the week's first Masters betting segment with first-round leader plays for Thursday's opening round at Augusta National, building a plus-money portfolio anchored by Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler as proven top-five finishers in round one, Adam Scott at an eye-opening 50-to-1 given his current form on approach shots and first-round scoring, Chris Gotterup at 39-to-1 in his Augusta debut, and Jason Day at plus-475 to finish in the top ten after round one, a number Dave considers well below fair value given Day's documented history at this course. Dave's official best bet for Tuesday is the Yankees to win the first five innings against Oakland on the run line at minus-140 with Cam Schlittler dominating a lineup that has never faced him. Use promo code PLAYBALL20 at Pregame.com for 20 percent off, including MLB season all-access packages. Good through April 13th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota Now's series called “Thank You, Stranger” explores the small acts of kindness that make a big impact.As the March blizzard made its way to the state, Jim Gausman was reminded of another storm that hit 20 years earlier — when he unexpectedly got life-saving help from a snow plow driver as he was fighting cancer.Minnesota Now producer Alanna Elder spoke with Gausman about the help he received on that day in this installment of “Thank You, Stranger.”If you have a story to share about a stranger who made your life a little brighter, we want to hear it.Contact us at minnesotanow@mpr.org or ‪(612) 361-1252‬.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss World Baseball Classic, the close calls for United States and Dominican Republic, Kevin Gausman named the Opening Day starter, Jose Berrios' injury status, the team getting set for the start of the season and more.