Podcast appearances and mentions of Jeff Blair

Blue Jays reporter and recent recipient of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame's Jack Graney Award, Hazel Mae (1:57), joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to kick off the second hour of the off-day edition. She shares her thoughts on the Jays' series loss against the Yankees, missed opportunities on offence, and the bullpen's workload. Then, co-host of Intentional Talk and former MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster (21:13) discusses the state of the American League, who should make the call on Max Scherzer's future, Trey Yesavage's rookie road bumps, how players stay motivated on slumping teams, and Jacob Misiorowski's all-time stuff. 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 recap the Blue Jays' weekend series against the New York Yankees, why some of their biggest takeaways weren't the lack of extra base hits, whether Alejandro Kirk should have started the second game, growing concerns with how the bullpen performed against New York, Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero's pitch clock antics and John Schneider's thoughts on the issue. Then the guys head to the Back Leg Line to hear from fans about the team and how they played against the AL East-leading Yankees.  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' 8-5 win vs. the Yankees to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the return of Alejandro Kirk off the IL, as he had a huge day in the win - is he the most important player on the roster when you consider his work behind the plate as well? What does that do for the team moving forward? They get into Kazuma Okamoto blasting a two-run homer into the fifth deck, the at-bats from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and what they saw in a tough start from Trey Yesavage.   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.

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (10:20) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the Blue Jays' series opener against the Yankees. They break down the Jays' recent roster moves with Tyler Heineman being DFA'd, whether George Springer could be back in the outfield, Addison Barger's rehab progress, and the plan for Max Scherzer as Shane Bieber nears a return. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (31:11) stops by to share his thoughts on the Jays' season so far, what the Jays can expect from the Yankees' pitching, how the Yankees manage in Aaron Judge's absence, Ernie Clement's All-Star case, and why the Tigers shouldn't trade Tarik Skubal. 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 share their reaction to the Blue Jays' roster moves including reinstating Alejandro Kirk, recalling Davis Schneider, Daulton Varsho placed on the IL and designating Tyler Henieman for assignment before bringing on the Jays' manager John Schneider (2:24). The skipper explains some of the moves, Shane Bieber's status, how he will balance the workload for Kirk and Brandon Valenzuela, if he would consider moving George Springer back to the outfield, Vlad Jr.'s struggles against the breaking ball, if he's had conversations with Max Scherzer about his future, and Trey Yesavage's second outing against the New York Yankees. Then, Jeff and Kevin chat about Bieber's recent rehab start and why fans should trust the management team to handle Scherzer's next steps. 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 recap Max Scherzer's return outing against the Philadelphia Phillies, how the Blue Jays should use him moving forward after the loss, and where the Jays rank in extra-base hits through June. Then, Chris Rose (26:56) of Baseball Today joins the guys to chat about how John Schneider and the rest of the staff should approach Scherzer about his future, the need for Vlad Jr. to produce runs, and if the Chicago White Sox can challenge the Cleveland Guardians for the division.  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.

Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele (2:27) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following some rehab starts from Dylan Cease, Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber. The skipper outlines the plan for Bieber's second rehab start tonight, what Bisons regulars have learned from the experienced group of starters, Davis Schneider's progress at the plate, and much more. Later, Jeff and Kevin open the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions, including what to expect from Alejandro Kirk when he returns, and what the Jays should do with Scherzer. 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' 7-4 loss vs. the Phillies to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the return of Max Scherzer - despite notching the milestone K, what does the future look like for Mad Max, both as a Blue Jay and overall? They get into the offence scuffling against Jesús Luzardo - why does it seem to struggle against pitchers with an inflated ERA? Plus, they look ahead to the conclusion of the homestand, which ends in a showdown with the Yankees.   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.

Former Blue Jays MVP Josh Donaldson (0:43) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to kick off the second hour. He shares his experience playing in a local slow-pitch softball game, the challenges Max Scherzer faces as he returns to the Jays' rotation, and how Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can get his power back. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability ahead of the Jays' series finale against the Phillies. Later, Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker (27:05) joins the show to discuss what he expects from Scherzer in his return, the team's confidence in Jeff Hoffman, the expanded workloads for Braydon Fisher and Mason Fluharty, and whether Spencer Miles will get a look in higher leverage. 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 recap Dylan Cease's successful outing following his IL stint against the Phillies, if he has a case to make the All-Star game, why Brandon Valenzuela has solidified his case to remain on the main roster once Alejandro Kirk comes back, George Springer's return to lead-off after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. held his spot for one game, what Vlad Jr. should focus on during his at-bats and expectations for Max Scherzer first start since his injury. Then, ESPN insider and host of Sources Tell, Jeff Passan (30:45), joins the guys to chat about why we haven't seen the best of the Blue Jays yet through June, where Louis Varland ranks among the best closers and relivers this season, Springer's future role, and if MLB will replicate a similar salary cap structure to other leagues.  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' 3-2 walk-off win vs. the Phillies to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the play of Brandon Valenzuela - how does he continue to raise his game going forward? They also discuss Dylan Cease striking out 11 Phillies in his return from the IL - is that one of the most dominant starts of his career? Plus, they get into the big plays of the game, including Jesús Sánchez with a solo shot off Zack Wheeler, the baserunning in the ninth, and Jeff Hoffman looking good in relief.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour by listening to John Schneider's availability ahead of the Blue Jays' second game against the Philadelphia Phillies, where the skipper discussed the decision to move Vladdy Jr. to the leadoff spot. Then, Phillies manager and former Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly joins the show (8:10) to discuss taking over the manager job mid-season, what he learned from his time in Toronto, what it's like working with his son, Preston, as a GM, the pressure in Philly, and managing elite veterans like Cristopher Sánchez and Bryce Harper. Later, Blue Jays Central's Joe Siddall (27:42) stops by to weigh in on Vladdy Jr.'s move to the leadoff spot, the Jays' catcher decision, what to expect from Dylan Cease in his return tonight, and the odd-pitchers-out when Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer return. 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 share their reaction to reinstating Dylan Cease to start in their second game against the Phillies and sending Adam Macko to Triple-A, the new batting order with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. moved to the leadoff spot, why George Springer won't be an everyday player moving forward, and how Cease should attack the Phillies' hitters. Then, MLB Network's Jon Morosi joins the guys (27:55) to chat about why a winning baseball club hinges on Vladdy, why John Schneider made the right decision to shake up the order, how Alejandro Kirk's pending return could affect the roster, specifically Springer, Aaron Judge's extended absence, why the Yankees aren't rushing to trade, and if Tarik Skubal will be on the move.  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 loss vs. the Phillies to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to the top of the order continuing to struggle, as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer combine to go 0-for-8 with five strikeouts - should they continue to hit at/near the top of the order? Is the issue with Vladdy Jr. solely mental right now? Plus, they get into Ernie Clement smashing a solo home run to further his All-Star candidacy, and discuss the season debut of Simeon Woods Richardson.   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.

Former MLB president and host of 'Nothing Personal,' David Samson (1:08), joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss the Jays' potential solutions for a struggling Jeff Hoffman, the number of voices around Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s hitting, whether Aaron Judge's injury will up the Yankees' deadline aggression, and why the Tigers should act now on Tarik Skubal after his first rehab stint. Later, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability ahead of the Jays' series-opener against the Phillies, discuss the looming returns of Dylan Cease, Alejandro Kirk and Yimi García, and dive deeper into Vladdy Jr.'s mechanics. Finally, they share their expectations for the Jays in their test against Cristopher Sánchez and the Phillies. 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 recap the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles, including their 6-4 win, the comeback in the 6th inning, Jeff Hoffman's blown save in their second game, Ernie Clement dodging Gunnar Henderson's tag, Kevin Gausman's outing against his former team and his slider usage. Then, former MLB umpire and crew chief Dale Scott (16:04) takes a deeper dive on the base-running and infield defensive plays between Toronto and O's, and the leash he would have for managers. Later, Phillies TV analyst Ben Davis joins the guys (28:14) to chat about the managerial change with Don Mattingly, if they can sustain their success through the post-season, Cristopher Sánchez's success with his changeup, how he can continue dominating the mound, how the team and Orion Kerkering overcame their devastating loss in the playoffs, Brandon Marsh marking his all-star campaign, and Bryce Harper not losing his step.  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' 13-3 loss vs. the Orioles to open the three-game series in Toronto at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts - what happened with Trey Yesavage in the sixth inning? Was John Schneider culpable for not having someone up in the bullpen sooner, or is that hindsight? They also get into the team not executing the little things well - is that fixable in the short-term, and can they get it together during this homestand?   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.

Former MLB player and manager Dusty Baker (0:24) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the official release of his book Crossroads on June 9. He discusses why he chose to write about his 50-year MLB journey, the influence of Felipe Alou and Cito Gaston, his favourite moments as a player and manager, and much more. Later, Sportsnet's voice of the Blue Jays, Dan Shulman, stops by (26:48) ahead of the team's important homestand against the Orioles, Phillies and Yankees. They discuss how the Jays can have more success against Baltimore, George Springer's recent instability at the plate, Louis Varland's usage, what he expects from Shane Bieber as he nears a return, and Nathan Lukes' scorching stretch since returning to the lineup. 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 recap the Blue Jays' 7-2 win over the Atlanta Braves in their series finale, Toronto having success against Chris Sale, how Trey Yesavage can bounce back against the same team in Baltimore, the expected bullpen usage between Louis Varland, Braydon Fisher and Jeff Hoffman in the late innings, and early impressions of Charles McAdoo. Then, Blue Jays manager John Schneider joins the guys (26:10) to chat about the return of Simeon Woods Richardson and how he'll use him out of the pen, if Varland has naturally transitioned into the closer's role, Jeff Hoffman's recent performances, how McAdoo has acclimated himself into the Majors, Nathan Lukes being the jack of all trades as a baseball player, whether he'll consider resting George Springer more, whether he'd consider having three catchers in the lineup, and the effort shown by his players on the baseball diamond.  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' 7-2 win over the Braves to wrap up the road trip with a win in Atlanta! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence coming through with ten hits, two walks, and three earned runs off Chris Sale - what makes them so good against the upper echelon of MLB pitching? They debate the usage of Louis Varland late in the game - should he simply be the closer no matter what? Plus, they get into another strong game for Nathan Lukes, what they saw from Charles McAdoo, and also discuss the news that Yankees superstar Aaron Judge will be out for a minimum of 4-6 weeks - is the AL East suddenly now wide open again?   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.

Toronto legend Buck Martinez (3:31) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the Blue Jays' series finale against the Braves. He shares his thoughts on the Jays' recent injury-riddled stretch, George Springer's regression, the challenge for John Schneider in 2026, and the first season of ABS. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability, where he discussed Alejandro Kirk's rehab progress and what to expect from call-up pitcher Chad Dallas. Finally, Jeff and Kevin open the Back Leg Line to take your calls and questions, including the bullpen hierarchy moving forward and who the Jays might target at the trade deadline! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the Blue Jays' second loss to the Braves in Atlanta, why firing manager John Schneider isn't a solution to the Jays' season so far, why the small things during a game are costing the team's performance, Alejandro Kirk's rehab stint with Dunedin Blue Jays, and more. Then, Baseball Hall of Famer and two-time World Series champion Chipper Jones (24:11) joins the guys to chat about the success the Braves have had through 2026, the comparisons to Jones' Atlanta roster, Mauricio Dubón's hitting, Ozzie Albies being able to make contact on both sides of the plate, how Chipper decides to work on hitting left vs. right, Atlanta's pitching staff reading Vlad Jr. well and what he's seeing in his at-bats, and why Walt Weiss is the perfect manager for this 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Braves to lose the series in Atlanta. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence once again failing to wake up against Grant Holmes and the Braves pitching staff - what more can be done to fix this? Should John Schneider shoulder more of this blame, or is he doing all he can at this point? They get into the outing from Patrick Corbin and the Jays bullpen, discuss the mid-game acquisition of pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for cash considerations, and also chat about Alejandro Kirk smashing a home run for Dunedin - will his coming return fix this offence?   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.

Braves TV analyst CJ Nitkowski (1:48) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the second game of the Blue Jays' series in Atlanta. They discuss Matt Olson's elite play on offence and defence, Ozzie Albies' quiet reliability, Spencer Strider's evolution, and why manager Walt Weiss was the right choice to replace Brian Snitker. Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability before welcoming former MLB outfielder and Blue Jays Central's Kevin Pillar to the show (26:12). He weighs in on Patrick Corbin's historic struggles against the Braves ahead of his start, how George Springer can adjust at the plate, Daulton Varsho's defensive regression, 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker chat about Patrick Corbin's 11-game losing streak to the Atlanta Braves, his game plan against the Braves, before touching on their series opener in Atlanta, George Springer's struggles, Kevin Gausman's outing and pitching decisions to Matt Olson, and questioning Vlad Jr.'s run to first base out of the box in his fourth at-bat. Then, ESPN insider and host of Sources Tell, Jeff Passan (30:48), joins the guys to discuss the defensive value of a first baseman, if the Seattle Mariners are the second best team in the Majors, which direction the Blue Jays should turn near the trade deadline with their current performance through May and early June, and if the team will look into the hitting over the pitching 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Braves to open the three-game series in Atlanta. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence continuing to have huge variances - what went into some of the late swing decisions against Bryce Elder and the Braves bullpen? They get into Kevin Gausman allowing four earned runs over six innings while also striking out eight - could he have been a little sharper? Plus, with the team on a three-game losing streak, is there still room for the team to get back in it with the rest of the AL looking much the same?   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.

Former Blue Jays executive and current Braves President of Baseball Operations and GM Alex Anthopoulos (1:17) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of Atlanta's series against Toronto. He discusses the manager transition from Brian Snitker to Walt Weiss, the team's hot start, the offseason emphasis on depth, Raisel Iglesias' unsung efficiency, Matt Olson's MVP-calibre campaign, Chris Sale's mentality, and much more. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's availability from Atlanta. Finally, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi stops by (34:36) to preview the Jays' test against the Braves. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to the Blue Jays' series opener in Atlanta against the Braves, keys to a bounce-back game for the team and Kevin Gausman on the mound, and Vlad Jr.'s lack of extra-base hits this season. Then, former pitcher and current co-host of VSiN By the Books, Jensen Lewis (30:50) joins the guys to chat about the state of college baseball, how the Jays should approach their series against one of the best teams in the Majors currently, finding continuity with the bullpen and Jeff Hoffman, Tarik Skubal returning to play soon and the rumours around trading him at the deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former MLB outfielder and current NBC analyst Dexter Fowler (3:01) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following the Blue Jays' series against the Orioles in Baltimore. They discuss Jesús Sánchez's odd injury, the Jays' tough injury luck, the American League landscape, why it's so hard to hit in today's MLB, and how Pete Crow-Armstrong can break out of his defensive slump in the outfield. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:00) stops by ahead of the Blue Jays' series against the Atlanta Braves, and he discusses Jeff Hoffman's role moving forward, Spencer Miles' outing against the Orioles, Ernie Clement's adjustment to being an everyday second baseman, and what the Jays have in Charles McAdoo. Finally, Jeff and Kevin grade John Schneider's 2026 campaign 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays' weekend series in Baltimore against the Orioles and touch on Jeff Hoffman's 9th-inning meltdown, Spencer Miles' first start on the road, Jesús Sánchez getting hit by a ball in the outfield from the stands, and Charles McAdoo's debut weekend in the Majors. Then, The Athletic's and host of the Starkville Podcast Jayson Stark joins the guys (29:17) to chat about the New York Yankees 13-run game against the A's, the state of the American League and it's East division with many teams without a winning record, if the Chicago White Sox's pitching staff is sustainable, and why the 2026 NL Cy Young Award is a tight race.  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 Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 comeback win over the Orioles to guarantee a series split, and to finally get back to .500 on the season! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the game turning on swings from Kazuma Okamoto, Charles McAdoo, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - was that the biggest swing from Vladdy Jr. in the last month? How impressive was McAdoo's home run coming in his MLB debut? Plus, they discuss the pitching from Adam Macko, Connor Seabold, Mason Fluharty, and Braydon Fisher keeping the team in it, and the plays on both offence and defence from Daulton Varsho - how important is he to the team's success in 2026?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider (1:05) joins Jeff Blair following the team's series-opening win over the Baltimore Orioles. The skipper shares his expectations for recent call-up Charles McAdoo ahead of his MLB debut, what it would mean to finish May with a .500 record, how he's navigated significant injuries in the rotation, why the outfield defence has dropped off, and Brandon Valenzuela's growth as a catcher. Later, former MLB infielder and co-host of the B-More Baseball Podcast, Mike Bordick, stops by (26:02) to discuss what the Jays can expect from Orioles starter Brandon Young, why the O's have failed to meet expectations placed on their young core, Pete Alonso's fit, and the future at catcher between Adley Rutschman and Sammy Basallo. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blue Jays Talk's Sho Alli joins Jeff Blair in studio to close out the week (0:15). They reflect on the Jays' play through May, what it would mean to close the month with a .500 record, and what they expect from Adam Macko against the Orioles. Then, they listen in on John Schneider's pre-game availability, where the skipper chats about the decision to start Macko, navigating pitcher injuries, Louis Varland's consistency, and much more. Finally, Jeff goes to the Back Leg Line to answer your questions and ask listeners who the Jays' MVP is at this point in the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win vs. the Orioles to open the four-game series in Baltimore! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the defence and pitching saving the Jays yet again - how important was Andrés Giménez on both sides of the ball in this one? They discuss the play of the youngsters, including Yohendrick Piñango working a bases-loaded walk and Brandon Valenzuela with a terrific pop-and-throw to get Pete Alonso in the eighth inning - how important have they both been so far? Plus, they discuss the terrific evening from the bullpen, and another great outing from Patrick Corbin - where would the team be without him?   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 solo on the Thursday edition, and he begins with a look at recent developments in MLB labour discussions, with owners proposing a $245M hard salary cap. MLB Network radio host, analyst, and former general manager Jim Duquette (8:36) joins the show to break down what the owners' proposal means for this season. Then, he helps tee up the Blue Jays' four-game series against the Orioles. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi stops by (29:30) to share his thoughts on the divide in MLB labour negotiations before discussing Christopher Sanchez's dominant, scoreless month of May, and which underachieving AL team is closest to breaking through. 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 welcomes Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux (1:47) into the studio ahead of Toronto's four-game series against the Baltimore Orioles. They discuss the positive signs from their series against the Marlins, whether Tyler Heineman's roster spot is safe when Alejandro Kirk returns, how Patrick Corbin has limited the long ball, and Brandon Valenzuela's maturity. Then, Jeff listens in on John Schneider's pre-game availability. Later, ESPN insider and host of 'Sources Tell,' Jeff Passan (29:50) stops by to discuss the state of JUCO baseball, the large divide between the MLBPA and owners' first labour proposals, and why it seems certain that the league is headed for a work stoppage. 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 the post-game edition, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome Blue Jays TV analyst Joe Siddall (3:41) to reflect on Toronto's 2-1 win to close out their series against the Miami Marlins. They discuss Tyler Heineman's franchise-record-setting day as he caught four Marlins stealing, who will be the odd men out when Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk return, and whether Jeff Hoffman's recent form is sustainable. Then, MASN Orioles analyst Roch Kubatko (34:10) stops by with the Jays heading off to Camden Yards, and he discusses the frustrating year so far for the O's, Pete Alonso's fit, Chris Bassitt's first season in Baltimore, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win vs. the Marlins to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the Jays taking care of the basepaths, as Tyler Heineman, Ernie Clement, and Andrés Giménez combined to mow down a number of Marlins runners - was that a result of a concerted effort to clean things up? They also get into Eury Pérez vs. the Jays dugout, the start from Kevin Gausman, Kazuma Okamoto blasting his 11th home run of the year, Nathan Lukes looking great, and the bullpen locking things down late. Plus, we hear post-game availabilities from John Schneider and Kevin Gausman themselves.   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' 8-1 win vs. the Marlins to even the series at two games apiece! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence, which blasted three home runs all off Marlins starter Sandy Alcántara! They discuss all three bombs, including Ernie Clement smashing another ball above the strike zone, Yohendrick Piñango making up for some errors the night before, and Jesús Sánchez going yard off his former teammate for his first career grand slam. Plus, they get into the bullpen day, including another great outing for Spencer Miles - what could a future for him look like?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays' 8-2 series-opening loss to the Miami Marlins, Yohendrick Piñango's defensive miscues, the Jays' struggles against starting pitching, how the missing personnel due to injuries have hindered the team's offensive production and Trey Yesavage's outing. Then, Dominican-Canadian and Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez joins the guys (22:14) to chat about returning to the Rogers Centre, how different he is as a player on and off the field compared to when he was with the Jays and now with Miami, preparing against starting pitchers with a big arsenal, how he has adjusted to pitcher's adjustment to his hitting, what it was like facing Yesavage's high release point, if the Marlins can go onto play meaningful games late in the year, and working alongside second basemen Xavier Edwards.  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.

USA Today MLB reporter Bob Nightengale (2:58) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following his recently published article giving each team a letter grade after Memorial Day in the US. He shares why the Jays got a D+, what sets the Brewers apart, which middle-of-the-pack teams he sees emerging in the AL, when the Tigers might decide on a Tarik Skubal trade, and Luis Castillo's beef with the Mariners' piggyback pitching plan. Then, after Houston's no-hitter, Jeff and Kevin debate whether a combined no-hitter means the same as an individual no-hitter. Later, Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski stops by (26:33) to discuss Yohendrick Piñango's defensive mistakes in the team's opener against the Marlins, Daulton Varsho's play in centre field, Jesús Sánchez's next steps on defence, and how he and Carlos Febles are adjusting to the new rules for field coaches.  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' 8-2 loss vs. the Marlins to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the messy baseball on display at the Rogers Centre - have opinions changed on Yohendrick Piñango after a few misplays in the field? They also discuss the lack of offence on the Jays part, the outing from Trey Yesavage, the usage of the bullpen, and also get into Tanner Andrews making his major league debut after a number of years in the minors.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blue Jays radio voice Ben Shulman (1:53) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the team's series opener against the Miami Marlins. They discuss the decision to send Davis Schneider down, Kazuma Okamoto's slump, Jeff Hoffman's turnaround, Dylan Cease's injury and the plan for his spot in the rotation, whether Yohendrick Piñango's production is sustainable, and why the offence has struggled so much in early innings. Later, former MLB president David Samson (27:08) shares how teams self-evaluate at this point in the year, when to start panicking about Vlad Jr., how looming labour negotiations will factor into this season, why the Tigers must trade Tarik Skubal, and Fernando Tatís Jr.'s lawsuit against Big League Advance. 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 discussing Davis Schneider being sent down to Triple-A Buffalo and the Blue Jays activating Nathan Lukes for the series opener against the Miami Marlins. Then, they recap the weekend against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Jeff Hoffman's performance using his slider, how the Jays' hitters approached Paul Skenes, Alejandro Kirk's light rehab in Toronto, updates with Shane Bieber's progress, and Vlad Jr. getting hit in the elbow. Later, Marlins TV host and reporter Craig Mish joins the guys (31:30) to chat about how he would compare this team to previous rosters, Otto Lopez reaching 70 hits, how far the roster is from competing and winning meaningful games, and if Sandy Alcántara will survive another trade deadline. To wrap up the hour, we hear from John Schneider ahead of their series opener against Miami.  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 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays splitting their series against the Yankees in New York, the pitching performances from the opener Braydon Fisher, followed by Adam Macko and Spencer Miles, Jays' success against Aaron Judge, if Miles is ready to get stretched out, Vlad Jr.'s stint hitting second in the order, and what they should expect from Kevin Gausman against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The guys look at Daulton Varsho's performance through May before bringing on Pittsburgh Pirates analyst and former MLB pitcher Matt Capps (34:44) to chat about what Toronto fans should expect to see from Paul Skenes, the team's identity, Bubba Chandler adjusting to a starting role, and if the Pirates' bullpen is strong enough.  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 talk to Blue Jays manager John Schneider (0:40) ahead of the team's return to the Rogers Centre, where they will host the Pittsburgh Pirates. The skipper shares injury updates, reflects on the Jays' road trip, Andrés Giménez's approach adjustments, Adam Macko's potential, Brandon Valenzuela's game-to-game growth, what a save against the Yankees means for Jeff Hoffman, and much more. Jeff continues on the Friday edition solo, and he weighs in on who will be the odd men out with Alejandro Kirk and Nathan Lukes nearing a return. To close out the week, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan stops by (24:50) to discuss Tarik Skubal's rapid progress after undergoing elbow surgery, whether he'll factor into this year's trade deadline, what Gerrit Cole's return means for the AL East landscape, why teams stay away from high school arms in the draft, and what the Jays can expect from the Pirates this weekend. 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 recap the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Yankees, Trey Yesavage's first start at Yankee Stadium, signs of positivity with the Jays' bullpen performance, Vlad Jr.'s at-bat, Brandon Valenzuela's crucial bunt, and Toronto's outfield defence issues. Then, Sports Illustrated's and MLB Network's Tom Verducci stops by (26:00) to chat about Yesavage's historic and meteoric rise from the Minors, World Series, and now a starter in the Jays' rotation, how Toronto's ballclub stacks up against the AL East through May, the pitch mix that Vladdy is receiving, how pitchers and hitters are always experimenting with their attacks, and if the Yankees are a better team in 2026 than last year.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former GM and current MLB Network analyst Dan O'Dowd (1:22) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to kick off the second hour. He shares his thoughts on Trey Yesavage's rise after a dominant start against the Yankees, the difficulties of making big trades at this point in the season, what's behind the Jays' offensive regression, whether the Rays' play is sustainable, and why so many star players are off to slow starts in 2026. Later, Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph joins the guys in-studio (30:15) to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent approach adjustments, how rain delays change a player's routine, how Louis Varland has gotten the most out of his fastball, and the Jays' recent defensive mistakes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the Yankees, Dylan Cease's outing, and the lack of converting runs in big moments from Toronto's top two hitters in Springer and Guerrero. Then, World Series champion, former pitcher and MLB Network's Ryan Dempster stops by (29:18) to chat about what has changed for the Phillies since Don Mattingly took over the managerial job, the Padres/Dodgers rivalry, Shohei Ohtani's performance so far this season on both end of the bat, his concern level with the Blue Jays' year so far after their World Series berth a year ago, Cease's pitching arsenal and the state of the American League.  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.