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After covering the Blue Jays' incredible postseason run, capped by one of the most compelling World Series ever played, Arden and Ben reconvene to compare notes. How do we process a tremendously successful season capped by devastating heartbreak (5:00)? Why did the IKF discourse miss the mark (28:00)? And what lessons can the Blue Jays carry forward into 2026 (52:00)?This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThe 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.

Mike Francesa reacts to your emails about the Jets trades, a possible new Giants head coach, the Mets pursuit of Bo Bichette, and much more. 00:00 Jets moves at the trade deadline 05:50 Why did IKF slide during World Series? 09:25 Ja Morant or Zion Williamson? 12:50 Kingsbury to Giants? 14:30 Yankees vs. Dodgers hitting 19:00 Mike Tomlin's consistency 12:00 Ranking Dave Roberts 23:30 Should Mets sign Bo Bichette? 26:40 Juan Soto as an MVP finalist 27:50 Does Sauce complete the Colts? 29:40 Flacco a Hall of Famer?

The latest SMQBs episode opened with a poignant and heartfelt tribute to "The Hen," Laura, Rooster's wife. The crew shared personal stories that celebrated her genuine kindness, her ability to make everyone feel special, and her spirit as a dedicated Commanders and F1 fan, making it a difficult but necessary dedication to her memory. She will be missed. Once into the sports talk, the World Series immediately took center stage, with the crew dissecting the razor-thin margins of Game Seven. The most memorable moment wasn't a highlight-reel catch or home run, but the infamous "deciding gaffe" by IKF, the Blue Jays runner on third base. His minimal lead led to him being thrown out at the plate "by a millimeter" to end a scoring threat, a blunder the panel noted was the critical error that ultimately decided the championship. The drama in the NBA, with House bringing up Victor Wembanyama for his "Bring Him to the Bar" pick. The discussion centered on the rookie's astonishing all-around production, particularly his ability to impact the game from inside the paint, beyond the arc, and on the defensive end. The guys agreed that his historic start suggests a talent level that could eventually eclipse many of the league's all-time greats. To hear the full tributes, the complete sports debates, and all the Plaxico picks, be sure to listen to SMQBs Episode 240!

Today's word of the day is ‘slap' as in Will Smith as in Miguel Rojas as in Yoshinobu Yamamoto as in the Dodgers are back-to-back World Series champions. What a series. The Toronto Blue Jays were two outs away from being champions and then it all went wrong in Game 7. Let's break it all down. (11:30) Yoshinobu Yamamoto did one of the rarest things ever. He picked up three wins in the World Series. Game 2 winner. Game 6 winner. Game 7 winner on no rest! (19:00) We had benches clearing in the World Series! We had heroics from players you'd never think of! Was the IKF lead large enough in the bottom of the 9th? How about the Will Smith home run? (38:15) Baseball is in such a great place after that World Series. Viewership up. Fans up. Attendance up. (42:30) What do the Blue Jays do now? What is going to happen to the league? (49:30) Wait to see updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘slap' as in Will Smith as in Miguel Rojas as in Yoshinobu Yamamoto as in the Dodgers are back-to-back World Series champions. What a series. The Toronto Blue Jays were two outs away from being champions and then it all went wrong in Game 7. Let's break it all down. (11:30) Yoshinobu Yamamoto did one of the rarest things ever. He picked up three wins in the World Series. Game 2 winner. Game 6 winner. Game 7 winner on no rest! (19:00) We had benches clearing in the World Series! We had heroics from players you'd never think of! Was the IKF lead large enough in the bottom of the 9th? How about the Will Smith home run? (38:15) Baseball is in such a great place after that World Series. Viewership up. Fans up. Attendance up. (42:30) What do the Blue Jays do now? What is going to happen to the league? (49:30) Wait to see updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send JD a text message and be heard!@bronny 1st bucket of #nba season for 5-2 @lakers & @companyadjace @nyquil_inthe_flesh is curious how things will work out once @kingjames comes back.  @commanders @thatkidjayden didn't need to be in a 38-7 beat down by @shane.was_taken & @will_ujones @seahawks and a dislocated elbow to non-throwing hand. But sounds like he could avoid the IR.  #danquinn took the blame and a player can get hurt on any play in the NFL but the white flag should have been thrown already.  @call_me_tca_prez @brianbarnaby @paddy_bailey Ernie @donna.fender @rho212 @muncieharts sfniners__vault @thomaswdonovan & @tristate_fittedz talked @packers @kraft_85 out for year so is @jalt16 @chargers @makiaris fave team with ankle injury done for season. @yankees what will happen with @cody_bellinger @ktuck_30 @polarpete20 @trentgrisham and wish list players @paulskenes tarikskubal & @ys_munetaka55 this #mlb offseason.  @frank_latorre not happy with $5m buyout for Bellinger opting out of his contract.  Good agent.  @daniel_orbe23 the ball getting stuck in the wall that cost @bluejays vs @dodgers game 6 of #worldseries was handled the correct way.  Josh our rules guru thanks for the help.  IKF how did he not take a better lead off third in game 7? @brandonfurtado2 fundamentals.  #sportstrivia at the finish.All sports. One podcast. (even hockey) PODCAST LINK ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/JDTSPODCAST

Hour 1 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the show the guys discuss the Blue Jays losing game 7 of the World Series. They speak on all the moments that lost them the game including the Rojas home run, IKF coming up short at the plate, Yamamoto coming in to close out the game and more.(23:20) Later on, Matty Rose gets you all caught up on the world of sports in the Rose Report!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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Will and Alex walk through the painful ending to the 2025 World Series and discuss: Yoshinobu Yamamoto's dominance, the improbable series of events in the ninth inning of Game 7, a frame-by-frame breakdown of IKF's slide home, Andy Pages' ridiculous catch, where this game ranks on Bill Simmons' “Level of Losing,” and their personal takeaways from this postseason run.#torontobluejays #bluejays Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling short of a World Series title. They break down the game, including Jeff Hoffman giving up a game-tying home run to the Dodgers' nine-hole hitter and Isiah Kiner-Falefa's base-running in the ninth inning. Then, they share positive takeaways from the Jays' run that they can build on in 2026, which aspects of the team may regress, and whether resigning Bo Bichette will be a priority in the offseason. Later, Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph (31:56) weighs in on IKF's base-running, silver linings from the Jays' loss, and the next step for Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro.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.

It's the day after the day after and the Blue Jays' loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series is still a heartbreaking gut punch. We throw open the Monday Mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca to share your thoughts, feelings and questions about the game, the series and the season as a whole and hear from a wide range of listeners, from the zen-like appreciation of the Jays' magical year to the anger and frustration over opportunities missed by a team that had a championship within its grasp. And why did IKF slide? Plus, my thoughts on the grave injustice of Gold Gloves denied to Ernie Clement and Alejandro Kirk. Listen here or subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts. If you would like to support the journalism of the Toronto Star, you can at thestar.com/subscribe.

Mental Game Decides Outcomes: The Dodgers' calm, strategic focus on capitalizing on mistakes (e.g., Yamamoto's intentional walk) overcame the Jays' superior talent, proving that composure under pressure is the ultimate differentiator.Risk is Frequency x Severity: True risk understanding requires analyzing both how often an event occurs (frequency) and its impact (severity). This framework explains why high-severity, low-frequency risks (like product liability) are so dangerous.Restaurant Industry is a "Supply Trap": The restaurant business is inherently difficult due to low barriers to entry (high supply), no scale advantage, and high customer switching costs. Success requires a habit-forming model (e.g., Starbucks) or a strong brand for milestone events (e.g., The Keg).Ethics Vary by Influence: Warren Buffett's distinction between owning stock (no control) and owning a company outright (directing activities) highlights that ethical responsibility is tied to one's level of influence.The Dodgers' World Series win over the Blue Jays was attributed to their superior mental game and composure under pressure.Key Play Analysis (Game 7):Context: Bottom of the 9th, 2 outs, runner on 2nd.Yamamoto's Intentional Walk: Yamamoto walked the hot-hitting Addison Barger on 4 pitches to face the slower-running Alejandro Kirk.Rationale: This strategic move increased the probability of a double play, as a home run's severity (game over) was the same regardless of runners on base.Outcome: Kirk hit a broken-bat grounder, resulting in a game-ending double play.Jays' Critical Mistakes:Game 6: Addison Barger was picked off 2nd base.Game 7: IKF took too small a lead on 3rd base, preventing him from scoring on a wild throw.Game 7: Kirk's broken bat on the final play.The World Series analysis led to a discussion on understanding risk in business.Defining Risk Understanding: True understanding goes beyond stating risks; it requires explaining how to mitigate them and living with the downside.Insurance Industry Model:Reported Claims: Known losses with an estimated cost.IBNR (Incurred But Not Reported) Claims: Losses that have occurred but are not yet known. Insurers must reserve for both.Frequency vs. Severity Framework:Frequency: How often an event occurs.Severity: The impact of that event.Example: A broken bat is a low-frequency event, but its severity was game-ending in Game 7.Restaurant Industry Risk Analysis:High Supply: Low barriers to entry (one location is minimum viable scale).Low Switching Costs: Customers are incentivized to try new places.Commodity Costs: Food expenses are subject to volatile commodity prices.Success Factors:Habit Formation: Models that allow solo dining (e.g., Starbucks) build daily habits.Strong Brand: A clear identity for specific occasions (e.g., The Keg for anniversaries).The discussion shifted to Warren Buffett's ethical investing philosophy.Buffett's Stance: He would buy stock in a tobacco company (minority ownership) but would not own one outright.Rationale: Ethical responsibility is tied to influence. Owning stock provides no control, but outright ownership means directing activities.Charlie Munger's View: Criticized the cultural trend of pursuing any profitable activity that is not illegal, arguing that some actions are "beneath us."

Was this the greatest World Series story ever told? How about the most memorable Game 7? The Blue Jays, in the end, had chances to hold on to or extend the lead, then, when the Dodgers tied it, chances to win in regulation and then tie it when falling behind in the 11th. The Dodgers' comeback in Games 6-7 came mainly due to the Japanese influence of Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto and superstar DH-RHP Shohei Ohtani, with rookie Roki Sasaki looming as yet another Rising Sun weapon. Griff and Mal discuss the short list of the Jays' top heroes and who wears the horns of the goat. What has this post-season run done for Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s image and his future. What happens to Bo Bichette in free agency, and is Trey Yesavage a mortal lock for stardom in 2026. All this and more in this week's Exit Philosophy. INDEX: 0:00 – Intro 0:35 – Impressions and Reactions to Game 7 10:45 – Max Scherzer is a Maniac In The Best Way 17:35 – Dodgers and Japan ..Can the Jays be Players in Pacific Rim? 25:47 – Miguel Rojas Home Run 28:52 – Jeff Hoffman 33:45 – Ernie Clement's Outstanding Postseason 37:56 – Gold Glove Snubs 39:35 – IKF's Baserunning Might Have Cost them The World Series 45:50 – Top World Series Performers 50:20 – Ohtani's Extra Warm Up Time 52:10 – Trey Yesavage -  What Does 2026 Look Like? 57:29 – Greatest Game 7 Ever? 1:01:10 – When Richard Met Debbie 1:02:18 – Where Do The Jays Go with Bo Bichette? 1:07:24 – Impact on Canada of World Series Run 1:10:55 - Outro Please subscribe, like and leave a review whereever you listen! ---- 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/

Automatisierung, Digitalisierung und künstliche Intelligenz verändern die Arbeitswelt. Welche Chancen und Risiken sind damit verbunden? Wie können Arbeitnehmende und Firmen auf die Veränderungen reagieren? Die Theologin und Expertin für Digitalisierung Andréa Belliger ordnet ein. Die Arbeitswelt verändert sich: agiles Arbeiten, flexible Arbeitszeitmodelle, die Nutzung von Coworking-Spaces, hybrides Arbeiten im Homeoffice und im Büro oder der Einsatz von künstlicher Intelligenz. New work bezeichnet dabei ein neues Verständnis von Arbeit in Zeiten von Globalisierung und Digitalisierung. Das Konzept von new work geht auf den US-amerikanischen Sozialphilosophen Frithjof Bergmann zurück. Er forderte eine sinnstiftende Arbeit, die mit den persönlichen Wünschen und Fähigkeiten der Arbeitnehmenden im Einklang steht. Was bringt new work Neues? Wie wirkt sich new work konkret in einer Firma aus? Bedeutet Digitalisierung, dass die Menschen rund um die Uhr für die Arbeit verfügbar sind? Verschwimmen die Grenzen zwischen Arbeit und Freizeit zunehmend? Andréa Belliger leitet das Institut für Kommunikation und Führung IKF in Luzern, unterrichtet an Hochschulen und berät Unternehmen. Sie beschäftigt sich seit Jahren mit new work und gibt einen Einblick in damit verbundene ethische Fragestellungen. Sie wurde vor einigen Jahren in der Schweiz unter die Top 100 Women in Business gewählt. Autor: Norbert Bischofberger

The fellas welcome back longtime baseball play-by-play man and the voice of CKNX OHA Hockey, Steve Sabourin, to discuss the Jays evening the ALCS at 2-2 following a huge performance from veteran Max Scherzer.Scherzer's passionate outing is dissected as the guys watched Toronto close out game 4, as they also break down the team's continued depth, with Clement, Barger, IKF and other performances highlighted.We are looking for new sponsors! Interested? Email instigatingcd@gmail.com or Clarkey66@gmail.com!Subscribe on Youtube and all the best podcast apps!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Wix_x4--bclMBXhtRV3dAApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/instigating-with-clarkey-and-drury/id1590566419Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZlDWiSNbMs1O0mKW3zoHr

Guests: Blue Jays infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa, catcher Tyler Heineman     The Blue Jays had a rare losing week, but still carried a three-game lead in the American League East into Thursday's rubber match against the AL West-leading Houston Astros. Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Tyler Heineman both played huge roles in the Jays securing the first game of the series, and they both join us this week in Deep Left Field. Kiner-Falefa, signed to a two-year deal before last season, traded to Pittsburgh at the 2024 trade deadline and re-acquired on waivers just before the September 1 playoff eligibility deadline, talks about how he fell in love with Toronto years ago and how happy he is to be rejoining the team for the stretch drive. With Bo Bichette sidelined with a knee injury, IKF is going to play a greater role than anticipated and he discusses that, as well as how much he loves hitting in Toronto. Heineman couldn't have picked a better time to have a career year. As Alejandro Kirk's back-up, he is currently posting career highs in batting average, slugging percentage, home runs and even stolen bases. He's also throwing out base stealers at a higher rate than he ever has before. Tuesday night he picked up the first walk-off of his career. All that plus a look back at The Week That Was and your emails on Episode 278 of Deep Left Field!

WHERE TO BEGIN!! These last two weeks have given us plenty of reasons to scream, positively and negatively...let's get into it. Sonny throws out the first pitch, MLB launches a new Korean-exclusive channel with MC Johnny Suh of NCT17, and a new documentary about MLB's relationship with Japan called DIAMOND DIPLOMACY will be available soon! In position player news, CC Sabathia has words for Anthony Volpe's haters, IKF returns to the Blue Jays and Kim Ha Seong is already thriving at his new home in Atlanta, Bo Bichette is still on an offensive tear, and Lee Jung Hoo's teammates finally give him a taste of his own walk off celebration. Pitching was a wild ride: Jonah Tong debuts in a huge way, Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets one out away from a no hitter...and then the Dodgers lose the whole game, Yu Darvish lets Fernando Tatis Jr. know how he feels, Bryan Woo does not make it through the 6th for the first time all year, and Kodai Senga is sent down to triple A. And lastly, in Ohtani talk - his casual 48 home runs put him in striking distance of another record, he gets his first W as a Dodger, and the comment section thirsts...for him to hit them in the nuts????

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open hour two with a quick reset on the Jays' extra-inning win, what Bo Bichette's IL stint means now, and whether it offers a potential glimpse of next season without him. They highlight the infield plan: Ernie Clement at short, IKF in the mix, and Andrés Giménez staying at second, before checking in on Shane Bieber's outing and Anthony Santander's delayed rehab. Later, the guys sort through the new details on Kawhi Leonard and Uncle Dennis's 2019 asking price and whether it rewrites the Raptors' story. After the break, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (28:13) joins to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doing the little and big things, Bieber's player option versus free agency, and what Bo's injury means for the Jays' postseason chances.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.

Postmedia's Rob Longley on another crazy Jays comeback win, IKF coming through, Vladdy catching Altuve napping to 3rd base, bottom of the order coming up huge and how serious is Bo Bichette's injury.

Postmedia's Rob Longley on another crazy Jays comeback win, IKF coming through, Vladdy catching Altuve napping to 3rd base, bottom of the order coming up huge and how serious is Bo Bichette's injury.

The Pirates rallied late in Boston to beat the Red Sox 4–2, spoiling rookie Payton Tolle's debut. Neil and DiNardo break down the marquee matchup of Paul Skenes vs. Tolle: Skenes didn't have his very best but stayed icy—6 IP, 7 H, 1 ER, 6 K on 95 pitches—working through some shaky defense (rough night for IKF, and a drop in CF) and a Roman Anthony homer. Andrew McCutchen carried the offense (3-for-3, BB, two doubles) with the go-ahead two-run double, while Nick Gonzales chipped in two hits. They also dive into Henry Davis' night (tough at-bats but stellar behind the plate, nabbed a runner), and a lights-out bullpen trio: Dauri Moreta's nine-pitch seventh, Isaac Mattson continuing his breakout (now down to a 1.95 ERA), and Dennis “Mr. Efficient” Santana striking out two to close (ERA down around 2.33). Plus: quick talk on waiver buzz (IKF, Tommy Pham). Like, comment, and subscribe for more Pirates postgames. Powered by Primanti Bros—let's go Bucs! Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Andrew Heaney cost the Pirates the game yesterday. We don't understand why the GM kept Tommy Pham, IKF, and Heaney. Bubba Chandler has some AJ Burnett in him. Mark Kaboly tweeted out a gif saying Khan, but what does Kaboly know? Bengals give Trey Hendrickson a $16 million raise but is still going to be a free agent next year.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: We don't understand why the GM kept Tommy Pham, IKF, and Heaney. Bubba Chandler has some AJ Burnett in him. Mark Kaboly tweeted out a gif saying Khan, but what does Kaboly know? Bengals give Trey Hendrickson a $16 million raise but is still going to be a free agent next year. We are fascinated by Bill Belichick in North Carolina and it's the most hyped season in UNC history. Indiana plays a weak non-conference. We discuss Penn State's chances in the Big Ten and if they can win a national championship.

The title sums it up this week, but we're still gonna dive deep! First, Asians in Futbol news with the annoucement of Son Heung-min's signing with LAFC (not confirmed as of recording time but has since been made official!), The Angels and Dodgers pull out all the stops for Japanese celebrations, and Choo Shin Soo becomes HOF eligible next year.As for the trade deadline, Steven Kwan did NOT move, much to the chagrin of...the Dodgers, of course. Kenta Maeda is released by the Cubs, but their loss means DAAAAAAAA YANKEES...win?! And a few other moves from earlier in the summer. In position player news, Volpe's hot! Bo's hot! Higgy's hot! Yeli's hot! IKF's hot! Tommy Pham's hot! Lee Jung Hoo is trying to do his best with what he's got in the moment! And Tommy Edman and Kim Hyeseong need to get well soon!Over in pitching, PUT SOME RESPECT ON YU DARVISH'S NAME! We're talking to you, Yu Darvish! He keeps it humble while breaking yet another record for a Japanese-born pitcher, Sean Manaea is feeling good, Imanaga and Yamamoto are cruising, and Riley O'Brien is on fire.Lastly, in Ohtani news, his last start may not have gone to plan, but he just cranks up the dial in the other direction.

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. Jack Suwinski stole the show at PNC Park, blasting a clutch 2-run homer in the 7th to spark a Pirates comeback and then scoring the game-winning run in a thrilling 5-4 walk-off over the Giants. From Johan Oviedo's long-awaited return to the mound, to big bullpen performances from Johan Ramirez, Ryan Borucki, and Dauri Moreta, the Bucs pieced it together and got it done. Spencer Horwitz kept swinging a hot bat, while late-game heroics from Joey Bart and IKF sealed the deal — and yes, we're giving away sandwiches. Tyler and Ryan break down all the key moments, from Suwinski's bounce-back night to Oviedo's rust, plus why the bottom of the order came up huge. Watch the full postgame show for all the laughs, analysis, and #RaiseIt energy from another Pirates win. ✅ Subscribe for daily Pirates content!

IKF, Pham, and Andrew Heaney are still here and veteran leadership was credited again. Paul Skenes said he hopes the Pirates trades line up the team to acquire bats in the offseason. Noah says the Pirates have a top-5 grade on the catcher they acquired. It's hard to read why the GM would stay, but the moves he made tell Noah the GM is going to make the next wave of moves.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Jeff was surprised by the Pirates deadline. The GM didn't trade Andrew Heaney, Tommy Pham, and IKF. This doesn't open up opportunities for younger players. The Pirates gave Bailey Falter away, it seems. Madden ranks the Steelers as the No. 1 defense. Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn says there is something about Jalen Ramsey that is sparking the defense.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Bob wasn't surprised by who the Pirates traded and David Bednar took pictures in the stadium before their roadtrip. Bob thinks trading Ke'Bryan Hayes opens the door for the Pirates to sign someone in the offseason. Andrew Heaney, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Tommy Pham are still here and will be free agents after the year. IKF has five extra base hits since the beginning of June. Will Paul Skenes speak out to the Pirates with his frustrations?

Andrew Heaney, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Tommy Pham are still here and will be free agents after the year. IKF has five extra base hits since the beginning of June. Will Paul Skenes speak out to the Pirates with his frustrations?

Jeff was surprised by the Pirates deadline. The GM didn't trade Andrew Heaney, Tommy Pham, and IKF. This doesn't open up opportunities for younger players. The Pirates gave Bailey Falter away.

The trade deadline is four hours away and scuttlebutt is abound. Jon Morosi can speak 6 different languages. Mason Miller got traded for a king's ransom, so is it a given that David Bednar will get traded before the show's over? Chris says Ben Cherington is an “ignoramous”. Poni wants to open up the phones, but the only guy on the line is someone labeled “DO NOT ANSWER, GUY KEEPS CALLING”. A caller badly messes up IKF's name. Chris praises Intern Jack, but takes a shot at me. How much faith should we have in Cherington at this deadline? Chris doesn't know if Bednar will ever be as good as he is now. A caller says he would rather give up Bubba Chandler over Bednar. What? Poni has heard a rumor that the Rangers are interested in Andrew McCutchen, but Pittsburgh has said no go. Jason Mackey joins the show to talk about a potential Cutch trade, what he expects to happen with Bednar, who's making the calls behind-the-scenes on trades, and reaction to

Pirates saved roughly $20 million with the Bednar and Hayes trades. Jeff Passan loves the Bednar trade for the Pirates. Donny Football said on Twitter that it's incredible how bad Ben Cherington is at his job. Mullsy thinks the deal was below average for Ben Cherington. Poni says that one of the pros of the trade is that Flores has been productive in the minors. The Bednar trade does not measure up when compared to other deals. A caller calls for Ben Cherington to be fired now. An insider on Twitter said that the Bednar return was light in terms of the reliever market. We still don't have a Tommy Pham or IKF trade with 100 minutes until the trade deadline. A caller says that the Pirates won't reinvest the money they freed up. Poni and Mullsy both tweeted out polls asking if fans liked the Bednar trade, and both polls resulted in about 85% no. A caller is happy that Bednar got traded because he wants him to go win a World Series. Poni mentions that the Pirates never have a hard time finding a good closer. However, that was usually the case when Huntington was the GM. The Pirates traded Joe Musgrove to the Padres for a guy that recently retired from baseball, among two others that were not good. They also got Endy Rodriguez from the Mets in that deal. A caller says he likes Rafael Flores more because he plays first base as well as catcher. Another caller says that the Bednar trade made him buy Phillies hats for him and his wife and become a Phillies fan. Philip Rivers became a grandfather today.

North Shore Nine Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers. The Pirates return from the All-Star break with… that performance. Tyler and Doug break down the brutal 10-1 loss to the White Sox—aka the second-worst team in baseball—on a night where Bailey Falter faltered, the offense was lifeless, and Joey Bart couldn't catch a break (or a strike). We vent about the total lack of energy, question the Pirates' catcher situation, and give a well-earned tip of the cap to Isaac Mattson for showing actual heart. We also touch on Oneil Cruz's solid night, IKF doing IKF things, and how many more days of this roster we really have left before the trade deadline changes everything.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: . Poni was told an NFC West team reached out about trading for T.J. Watt and the Steelers said thanks but no thanks. Ryan Clark thinks Tomlin needs his Andy Reid run somewhere else. Would you trade Mitch Keller, Ke'Bryan Hayes, and IKF for Spencer Jones? Joe and Austin go back and forth on a deal and how valuable Mitch Keller is.

Jeff Hathhorn looks back to the Pirates' July trades over the last 10 years. There are a lot of bad ones. They've only hit on a few deals like IKF, Colin Holderman, Bailey Falter, and Oneil Cruz. There are a lot of forgettable trades. MLB could be looking at a work stoppage.

In Episode 103 of Chase for 28, the frustration boils over. Chris and the Podcast Padre pull no punches in their most candid conversation of the season, airing grievances about the Yankees' brutal 0-6 stretch, crumbling bullpen, and Anthony Volpe's prolonged slump. Amid jokes, rants, and some sobering stats, they dive into the mismanagement of young talent, the questionable coaching structure, and the ever-growing "Fire Boone" crowd.They also assess trade deadline needs, explore potential replacements at third base and on the mound, and debate the Yankees' future with Domínguez vs. Volpe. And yes — there's a trivia question at the end, and it's both simple and confusing (as always).Key Topics Discussed:⚾ Yankees go 0-6 since the last episode, now 48–41 (2nd in AL East)

Isiah Kiner-Falefa is hitting.273 and can help a contender. It wouldn't surprise Jason if he's traded. Who should play shortstop when IKF is traded? Jason would try Joey Bart at first base and play Nick Gonzales at short.

Hour 1 with Jason Mackey: What will the Pirates do at the deadline? Should the Penguins go on a full-on rebuild? Jason wants them to win in the next year or two but Austin thinks they're already into a full rebuild. Who are your top 5 athletes of the past 25 years? Who should play shortstop when IKF is traded? Jason would try Bart at first base and play Gonzales at short.

Dan would like to see the Pirates re-sign IKF, but we all think he will be traded. Dan is disappointed in Oneil Cruz that he's not taking advantage of the opportunity to be one of the faces of the game. Dan called it "a public embarrassment" by benching Cruz in the game and that the Pirates need to do something to help Oneil Cruz figure it out.

Should Paul Skenes hit? Oneil Cruz's power numbers are down and isn't making enough hard contact. Michael wouldn't be surprised if they move Cruz down the order for a time. Michael thinks Ke'Bryan Hayes has been in-between hitting the ball out in front or being more like IKF making good contact.

The Pirates are a few hitters away from contention. Austin thinks they have to acquire more than one. The Pirates have 12 home runs from their infielders. Is Nick Gonzales good enough? Horwitz, Gonzales, IKF, and Hayes have seven home runs. How far away are they??

On his weekly mailbag episode, Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers readers' questions, leading with if manager Don Kelly's recent success will save GM Ben Cherington from being fired. Plus, is it time to trade IKF while his stock is high? And when might we see Jack Suwinski back in Pittsburgh?

Aram and Peter discuss the return of one of baseball's most exciting young arms, Eury Perez, before diving into the Lamonte Wade trade and whether he has anything left in the tank, IKF trade rumors with Pittsburgh and then the breaking news of Just Baseball's No. 1 prospect Roman Anthony getting the call to the big leagues before wrapping up with the top draft prospects in the College World Series.$10 Credit For Sports Cards with Loupe!Join Our New DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMOur Sponsors:* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Craig and Scott (@PirateTakes) discuss the needle that the Pirates have to thread in order to find success; including the possibility of resigning IKF, what trades could look like and how fans (and others) often value our players vs. their worth to the rest of the league.  Brought to you by Sportsvival! Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply sits down at the 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball with his buddy Scott Jackson (@PirateTakes). Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

With the Pirates stuck in a rain delay, Jim hosts an impromptu Sicko Soundoff featuring live call-ins from the NS9 community. From debating Ben Cherington's best trades and the IKF dilemma to exploring Mitch Keller trade scenarios and the absurd national discourse around Paul Skenes, no topic is off-limits. Plus, a deep dive into Andrew McCutchen's Hall of Fame case, why Tommy Pham is still here, and what a proper “retool” should look like. Hit that like button, subscribe, and sound off in the comments with your own takes! Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brother's. The Pirates shut out Arizona 10-1 behind a dominant Paul Skenes start and a big night at the plate from Oneil Cruz and IKF. Tyler and Neil break down Skenes' brilliance, the offensive breakout, and why this felt like the Pirates' most complete game of the season. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates pulled off their most electric win of the season, storming back from a 6-0 deficit to beat the Diamondbacks 9-6 behind clutch performances from Henry Davis, IKF, and a four-hit night from Bryan Reynolds. With Paul Skenes set to start the finale, the Bucs suddenly have a chance to steal the series in Arizona. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Asians in baseball are cruising in May!First up, Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK throws out the first pitch at a Mariners game, and the Baseball Hall of Fame's YAKYU exhibit opens in July.Then, pitching news?! Before position players?! We're crazy for that one! Sugano, Kikuchi, and Senga get the Ohtani treatment with solid outings not resulting in wins, Brennan Bernadino's May ERA remains a pristine 0.00, and Woo and Yamamoto remain atop the charts.In position player news, Rob and Stuart also shine despite team losses, Travis d'Arnaud's first homer of the year puts the Angels ahead (cries in Dodger fan), Hyeseong and Seiya lead all MLB in quad strength (unofficial), and IKF celebrates his Hall of Fame lineage. And Ohtani is on one of his famous hot streaks, though he stays humble by getting struck out swinging by the A's backup catcher, gets intent balked by a former Dodger, and keeps improving his arm.

It's May, and you know what that means...AANHPI Heritage Month! First, we chat on-the-ground reporter Naomi's visit to Target Field to see Trevor Larnach and Lee Jung Hoo in the flesh, Stephen Nelson's dedication to pronouncing Asian names correctly, and MLB's AAPI Heritage Month posts. Then, our guys were making moves...on and off the roster. Connor Wong and IKF return from the IL, but a buuuunch of guys go on it, and Matt Bowman and Kenta Maeda are DFAed by their clubs. In AAPI Heritage Month?! Is that even legal?! Player news is positive this week, with Steven Kwan having a stellar May (not to mention a sweet article about his mom), Kim Hyeseong is finally called up to the majors, and pitchers stay strong despite an L here and there. And somewhere in there, the Kpop and Kbaseball worlds collide as Naomi declares which Korean MLB player corresponds with which member of BTS. Article about Stephen Kwan's mom: https://www.mlb.com/news/steven-kwan-s-mom-key-to-his-success-with-guardians

Bucs miss another chance to win a Skenes Day. Bryan Reynolds continues to struggle. IKF has a day to remember. Bucs lose in walk-off fashion in a hard fought game.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pittsburgh Pirates took down the St. Louis Cardinals 8-4 on a frigid night at PNC Park, and Jim and Neil are here to break it all down on this NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. Carmen Mlodzinski delivered a strong first start of the season, Thomas Harrington picked up a rare four-inning save, and the offense finally came alive—led by Joey Bart's breakout game, Andrew McCutchen's continued hot streak, and big contributions from Ke'Bryan Hayes and IKF. The guys also talk bullpen flexibility, the state of the lineup, and why this felt like the first comfortable win of the year. Plus, we gave away some Primanti's sandwiches and looked ahead to tomorrow's Paul Skenes vs. Sonny Gray showdown. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social