Podcast appearances and mentions of Jeff Hoffman

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys kick off the new season diving into O-Dog's shoulder surgery and the state of his injury, the Blue Jays' balancing through bullpen issues on the lineup, Jeff Hoffman's inconsistent performances and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s worth of his contract. They also discuss Mitch Marner's comments on his departure from the Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews' ranking in the league, Connor McDavid's negotiations with the Oilers, the timeline of signing a deal with the team and Bill Belichick's disastrous debut with North Carolina.

JD reacts to the Blue Jays' Labour Day weekend performances against the Brewers and Reds, looking specifically at the results from both the starting pitching and bullpen (00:00). Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice for Sportsnet, continues the conversation around the bullpen struggles, including Brendon Little, Yariel Rodriguez, and newcomers Louis Varland and Seranthony Domínguez, before getting into Jeff Hoffman's role as the closer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s play since returning from a hamstring injury, and how changes throughout the lineup could positively impact the offence (8:04). Later, JD gives his thoughts on Mitch Marner's comments about leaving the Maple Leafs for Vegas this offseason, and the effect it may have on his legacy in Toronto (45:48).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined in-studio with Blue Jays radio analyst and former pitcher Chris Leroux to debate how John Schneider should reconsider utilizing Brendon Little and the rest of the relievers, if the roster is capable of being the best team in the Majors, even the AL East, Eric Lauer's second stint back to the bullpen, and Bo Bichette's contact ability this season. Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays' recent additions to the team with rosters expanding for the month, if they can still call-up Trey Yesavage to the big leagues, why he wouldn't be too concerned with Jeff Hoffman despite some hiccups over the recent stretch, and if John Schneider will consider switching up the second spot in the batting order.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The Blue Jays lost their second straight game against the Milwaukee Brewers today. After a fantastic performance by Kevin Gausman and 1 inning by Seranthony Dominguez, Jeff Hoffman allowed 3 runs in the top of the 9th inning and the Blue Jays dropped the game 4-1.Subscribe to The Jesse Blake Sports Report YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JesseBlakeTV?sub_confirmation=1Follow Jesse on Twitter at @JesseBlakeFollow Jesse on Instagram @Jesse.BlakeVisit https://sdpn.ca for more.Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.caReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!Join SDP VIP:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/joinApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss vs. the Brewers to wrap up a series loss in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Jeff Hoffman giving up two home runs in the top of the ninth inning to lose the game - is it time to press the panic button with him as the team's closer? Who are the best internal candidates to replace him right now - could Seranthony Domínguez get a shot as the closer in the short-term? They also discuss the offence only scratching across a single run, and get to Kevin Gausman's seven innings of one-run ball. Plus, we hear from Jeff Hoffman himself post-game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Blue Jays manager John Schneider (7:04) ahead of the team's weekend series against the NL-leading Milwaukee Brewers. The skipper shares team injury updates, how Jeff Hoffman and Addison Barger have handled up-and-down months, Trey Yesavage's pathway to a postseason opportunity, Davis Schneider's evolution as a big leaguer, and much more. Later, NESN analyst and former World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon (30:32) swings by to discuss Walker Buehler's release from the Red Sox today, how much credit Alex Cora gets for Boston's mid-season turnaround, and the pressure on a closer at this time of 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.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee wrap up the week with a potential World Series preview as the Brewers visit. They chat with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson Smith about Shane Bieber's season and whether fans should be concerned about his contract situation. They also discuss Jeff Hoffman's performance and Addison Barger's future with the team. Jeff Blair (23:32) joins in to share his thoughts on the Brewers series, Bieber's debut, trade evaluations, rotation management, September call-ups, and bullpen concerns. They conclude with final thoughts on the Blue Jays vs. Brewers matchup.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.

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Wednesday. The latest Dream Preview baseball breakdown opened with Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner reviewing tough recent beats before diving into Thursday's slate of Major League Baseball action. Early frustrations centered on bullpen management, where questionable decisions cost winning tickets. Griffin highlighted Bruce Bochy's choices with the Rangers, while Munaf recapped Jeff Hoffman's collapse for Toronto. Both acknowledged the natural ebb and flow of a long season but emphasized how frustrating late-game implosions can be when handicapping results were correct until the ninth inning. Attention then shifted to Thursday's card. The first matchup was Boston at Baltimore. Garrett Crochet's dominance, particularly on the road, was contrasted with Cade Povich's struggles at Camden Yards. With Boston in the playoff chase and Baltimore fading, the Red Sox were positioned as strong run-line value. From there the crew evaluated Arizona against Milwaukee, with concerns about the Brewers' bullpen health and Jose Quintana's crafty veteran presence. Both leaned toward expecting runs given Milwaukee's offensive consistency at home. Houston hosting Colorado drew skepticism about laying a steep moneyline price on the Astros when their offense has sputtered. Kyle Freeland's road history pointed to unders, though the panel admitted Houston needed wins to stay in the AL West race. Pittsburgh at St. Louis prompted a lean toward the under, with Miles Mikolas much stronger at home and Braxton Ashcraft offering upside. The Cubs and Giants series was pegged as a pitcher's duel between Shota Imanaga and Logan Webb, with a likely under in a low-scoring Oracle Park day game. Atlanta at Philadelphia carried the most intrigue. Cal Quantrill's move to the Braves and Aaron Nola's inconsistency created an opening for offense. Both analysts saw double-digit potential and pointed to recent totals easily exceeding posted numbers. The Phillies' injury issues, especially losing Zach Wheeler, added to the uncertainty but suggested their bullpen would be heavily tested. The evening spotlight was Yankees versus White Sox. Will Warren's inexperience and Davis Martin's limited ceiling pointed to offense in Chicago. With both defenses prone to errors and suspect bullpens, the over nine was recommended, while the White Sox as home underdogs were noted as live if their bats clicked. The missing line revealed Mets versus Marlins, with Clay Holmes favored to control the matchup but bullpen risks keeping the over attractive. Best bets were locked in at the end. Griffin chose Yankees–White Sox over nine, citing unreliable pitching and defense. Munaf went with Boston -1.5 behind Crochet's stellar road form against a struggling Povich. They closed with reminders about Pregame promotions, including a college football contest and Griffin's discounted 30-day package. Overall the podcast combined raw reactions to recent heartbreakers with sharp handicapping of Thursday's board. The hosts stressed the importance of finding value across moneylines, run lines, and totals while acknowledging baseball's volatility. Their insight showed how bullpen management, pitcher splits, and situational motivation shape betting strategy. For bettors tracking MLB daily, this episode offered guidance across multiple matchups and reinforced why patience, discipline, and line shopping remain essential for long-term profit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Bryan Hayes, Keegan Matheson, and Frankie Corrado for hour one of OverDrive! The guys begin by getting into Producer Doogie's texting style before getting into the Blue Jays' comeback win over the Twins on Wednesday. They discuss the Blue Jays' bullpen struggles and why John Schneider gets credit for going back to Jeff Hoffman on Wednesday. They are then joined by TSN Leafs Reporter Mark Masters.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker quickly recap the Blue Jays late game comeback against the Minnesota Twins and Jeff Hoffman's redemption in the 9th inning before bringing on former pitcher and MLB Network Analyst Dan Plesac (5:55) to chat about what he saw from Shane Bieber's first outing against the Miami Marlins since coming off Tommy John, how the Jays' top three pitchers stack up against other teams' top starters, what are clear red flags coming from your closers as we near October, his assessment of Jeff Hoffman, and how the Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in the AL. Then, The Athletic's Twins reporter Dan Hayes stops by (31:19) to discuss the team's hitting differences since letting go of the current Jays hitting coach David Popkins, how David found success with Toronto's lineup, and his ability to work with hitters. 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.

With less than 30 games remaining, the Blue Jays are riding one of their most successful regular seasons in years (0:36). Arden and Ben take a big-picture look at how how the Jays can optimise their rotation deployment down the stretch (16:33), the Yankees' threat in the AL East (33:26), and the future for John Schneider and Mark Shapiro — both on expiring contracts (42:15). Finally, they discuss Andrés Giménez's offensive ceiling (52:11) and break down the team's recent bullpen struggles (1:00:00), including potential solutions for Jeff Hoffman.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.

On this episode, Josh Goldberg recaps the Blue Jays' series victory over the Minnesota Twins, capped off by a thrilling comeback in the final game. We also discuss issues with the six-man rotation, another wild ride for Jeff Hoffman, and what the team can do to get the bullpen back on track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Toronto Blue Jays' 9–8 win over the Minnesota Twins at Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and dig into Ty France's pinch-hit jolt against the team that traded him and Addison Barger's go-ahead two-run double. They also hit Davis Schneider's two moonshots, Jeff Hoffman's bounce-back save, and what this weekend's test vs. Milwaukee could reveal.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off your Thursday morning recapping one of the Blue Jays' signature wins of the year! Sam McKee was there, and he gives his on-site report of the feeling heading into the eighth inning and what the atmosphere was like in Rogers Centre as Toronto took the lead. They chat about Jeff Hoffman's redemption game, securing the save one night after his disastrous outing. Did they have any doubts about him closing the show? The pair also chat about the team's ability to claw back late in games, before debating if Eric Lauer's mojo might've been squandered after his long layoff. Later, the guys then get into Connor McDavid's comments about a potential contact extension with the Oilers and his lack of commitment currently. Ben and Sam question if there should be more attention on this, why a deal hasn't been inked yet, and if other teams should be prioritizing McDavid's free agency?The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On hour one of The Sports Drive, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas react to the breaking news of the Dallas Cowboys shipping three-time All-Pro LB Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. The guys break down all the details behind the deal, reveal where Parsons' new contract stacks up against the rest of the league, and how it affects the futures of both the Cowboys and the Packers.(24:43) Brayden Ewasko of the Locked on Jays Podcast joins the show to bring the latest on the Toronto Blue Jays! Brayden shares his thoughts on John Schneider's decision to back to Jeff Hoffman in the rubber match of their series against the Twins, seeing Addison Barger finally turn it around at the plate, what he's seen from Guerrero's game as of late, 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Blue Jays Nations Cam Lewis to chat Jeff Hoffman the Jays bullpen and so much more!Join Allan, Declan, and our great list of guests for all your Sports needs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baseball Is Dead Podcast Host and Former MLB Pitcher Dallas Braden joined OverDrive to discuss the viewpoints of the Blue Jays' bullpen throughout the season, Jeff Hoffman's inconsistent play, the importance of changing pitchers, George Springer's impressive season and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jason Strudwick and Frank Corrado for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss Connor McDavid's comments on his future with the Oilers at the Hockey Canada camp, the next steps in Edmonton, the potential contract, how the Oilers can perform this season and NHL players in the Olympics. They also discuss Jeff Hoffman's rough day on the mound against Minnesota and TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins to discuss McDavid's unclear status, the contract path in Edmonton and the impact to the roster.

Hour 1 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off show the guys discuss another blown save for Jeff Hoffman as the Jays fall to the Twins on Tuesday night. Plus, a new challenge was presented by George for Matt and producers GVP and Aazam.(26:44) 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.   

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Chris Leroux (1:33) to discuss Jeff Hoffman's blown save against the Twins on Tuesday, if he has ever been booed off an MLB mound and whether Blue Jays fans should continue to trust their closer. Then, following Team USA announcing their picks for the Ryder Cup, Mark Immelman joins the show (25:58) to break down the controversial selections for USA and captain Keegan Bradley, the pressure McIlroy will face as a European captain, what to expect from Team Europe, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off with a look at Connor McDavid's quotes on his future and whether he will be signed before the start of the NHL 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.

ESPN's Jeff Passan (2:59) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the Milwaukee Brewers losing closer Trevor Megill to a flexor strain, if the Blue Jays' bullpen is good enough to win a World Series, Cal Raleigh's case for American League MVP, and who will come out of the AL West. Then, host of Nothing Personal, David Samson (25:14) stops by to discuss Jeff Hoffman's recent blown save, why he's still picking the Blue Jays over the Boston Red Sox, who's the best team in performing on the road, if he's surprised with the Texas Rangers added to the group of one-and-done teams, and how he views pitchers coming off Tommy John and returning to the mound. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 7-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins and discuss Jeff Hoffman's ninth-inning blowup. They get into the team's bullpen-wide slump, George Springer's two-homer game and Chris Bassitt's start. Later, Jeff and Kevin open up the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions. Should the Jays have added a bona fide closer at the deadline? Can Springer sustain his scorching August form? Will Eric Lauer make a permanent move to the bullpen? 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia discuss Jeff Hoffman's 9th inning meltdown, the bullpen's recent struggles, and George Springer mashing. Afterwards, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen (30:15) talks Riley Green, Tarik Skubal and the Tigers with a month remaining before the postseason. MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (50:24) pops by to dive into the bullpen, Hoffman and Eric Lauer. Lastly, former MLB 1st baseman Cody Decker (1:15:02) discusses the Blue Jays and a few of the notable playoff races. 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 7-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to Jeff Hoffman's outing to forget, as he surrendered a 4-3 lead and coughed up four runs in the ninth inning. They discuss John Schneider's overall bullpen deployment, their level of concern with the relief group moving forward, and a silver lining to be found in George Springer's multi-homer night.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee look back on a frustrating loss for the Blue Jays in front of their home crowd. The pair break down the collapse in the ninth inning by the bullpen and the level of confidence in Jeff Hoffman after coughing up the lead and allowing the Twins to comeback to win the game and tie the series. Will this become a problem in the postseason? What would it take to remove Hoffman from the closing role? Who would be the next man up? On a positive note, Ben and Sam get into George Springer's resurgence that continued in full force last night with a pair of home runs, before looking at Addison Barger's recent slump and some former Jays prospects on the Twins. To wrap up the hour, the boys touch on the Swift-Kelce engagement, Keegan Bradley's big decision today, and if Toronto really is a city that complains too much.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.

Travis and Taylor are engaged, Jeff Hoffman blows another save, and Steve Staios updates a potential contract extension for Shane Pinto

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Peter Klein and Shan Virjee break down Mikael Backlund's latest comments to Michael Russo of The Athletic  on Rasmus Andersson's future as a Flame. The guys share what Backlund said, if it could become a distraction throughout the season if a trade doesn't come soon, and how Andersson's potential departure could affect the team's backend.(22:35) Peter and Shan react to the Toronto Blue Jays' late collapse in Game Two of their series against the Minnesota Twins. They break down what we saw from Jeff Hoffman as his closing struggles continue, and what changes could be made to help alleviate the team's bullpen issues.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 extra-innings win over the Marlins to take the series in Miami! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Bo Bichette coming through with a four-for-six night, including the game-winning RBI and a defensive gem in the top of the 12th - how important has it been to get more from him without Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? They also get into José Berríos allowing two runs over 6.1 IP - is 'La Makina' back? Plus, they discuss the bullpen, including another uneven outing for Louis Varland, Tommy Nance coming through in extras, and Jeff Hoffman blowing the save - despite the blown save, is there less reason for concern from Hoffman as the team's closer moving forward? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Guests: Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman, reliever Seranthony Dominguez, infielder Ty France   This week in Deep Left Field, we talk to the closer. Jeff Hoffman melted down in embarrassing fashion in Los Angeles on August 10, causing panic among the fans and calls to put him in a lower-leverage role in the Jays' bullpen. Since that outing, Hoffman has appeared in four games and allowed only one hit, with nine strikeouts against 13 batters faced. He talks about his meltdown - and how he wanted to stay in that game to face Shohei Ohtani with the bases loaded - his first year as a full-time closer and the potential to be pitching in big spots in the post-season.   Seranthony Dominguez has pitched in several big spots in the post-season, with a career ERA of 1.02 in 17 playoff appearances, some as a teammate of Hoffman's two years ago in Philadelphia. We play "Get To Know The New Guy" with Dominguez, acquired from Baltimore at the trade deadline, and do the same with Ty France, who was picked up from the Minnesota Twins a couple of days later.

JD is joined by Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, to discuss the plans for the Blue Jays' starting rotation with Shane Bieber making his season debut on Friday, and Max Scherzer pitching as well as he has with Toronto (00:00). They also get into Jeff Hoffman and the construction of the bullpen, the recent baserunning and defensive lapses, and the effect Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s injury could have going forward. Later, JD dives into the Indianapolis Colts' decision to name Daniel Jones their Week 1 starter over former first round pick Anthony Richardson, and pokes fun at those who vacation at Disneyland without kids (39:54). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 win over the Pirates to even the series at one game apiece in Pittsburgh! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the six innings of one-run ball from Max Scherzer - how big is it for him to grind through while also throwing more than 100 pitches for the first time since 2023? They also discuss George Springer smashing a two-run bomb, Alejandro Kirk with three RBI including a two-run bomb of his own, and Jeff Hoffman working efficiently to close down the game. 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 pitching coach Pete Walker (2:32) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about how he's navigated the 2025 season with his pitchers' injuries and trade deadline acquisitions, expectations for Shane Bieber when he makes his Blue Jays debut, what he's learned about Max Scherzer, how Jose Berrios can find his velocity again, Brendon Little's walk rate, Jeff Hoffman's adjustment to the closer role, and his assessments of Louis Varland and Seranthony Domínguez. Then, The Athletic's Jayson Stark stops by (28:38) to discuss the sustainability of the Blue Jays' approach to hitting, the team's high-calibre pitching staff, Scherzer's longevity, and potential MLB expansion. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays Central analyst Madison Shipman (0:45) to chat about the news of Shane Bieber slated to make his Jays' debut and a potential six-man rotation. Then, she gets into Max Scherzer's velocity, who would be the Jays' second-best bullpen arm after Jeff Hoffman, what stands out from Ernie Clement's game, whether the Blue Jays sustain their contact-first approach into the playoffs, and how John Schneider has navigated the team's 2025 campaign. Later, Jeff and Kevin share who they don't want the Blue Jays to face in the playoffs before bringing on MLB Network's Sean Casey (32:14) to discuss how to attack Paul Skenes, his assessment of Bo Bichette, and Jose Berrios' struggles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Roger Lajoie break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 win over the Rangers to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Alejandro Kirk driving in four of the team's six runs and adding his first career stolen base as well - how do the Jays continue to get contributions from every part of their lineup? They discuss Jeff Hoffman slamming the door to end the game, Chris Bassitt holding it down to get through five innings allowing three runs, and John Schneider's case for Manager of the Year. Plus, they briefly discuss George Springer hitting a home run and Shane Bieber getting through seven scoreless innings down in Buffalo. 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 over the Cubs to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Max Scherzer's seven innings of one-run ball - if you're constructing a playoff rotation, where does Scherzer stand in those conversations? Plus, with Shane Bieber's imminent return, how does the rotation get handled until the end of the regular season? They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smashing a two-run bomb, Bo Bichette's contract situation, and the bullpen pitching in playoff mode to win it, including another big save from Jeff Hoffman. We also hear from John Schneider, Max Scherzer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Burlington Ontario native Owen Caissie after he made his MLB debut for the Cubs in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-1 win over the Cubs to open the three-game series in Toronto! He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to José Berríos' 5.1 IP of work, allowing just two hits and no runs - is that one of his better outings of the season considering his recent struggles? Plus, he discusses Ernie Clement banging a three-run bomb, and Daulton Varsho clobbering his 12th home run of the season. Afterwards, he gets into Jeff Hoffman's bounce back appearance, Louis Varland showing off the fastball once more, and asks the question: who has been the biggest surprise so far in 2025? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair is joined by current starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and former Blue Jay Matthew Boyd (0:41) to chat about what it was like to be traded for David Price, his road back from Tommy John in 2024, his relationship with the Cubs' front office, and the team's aspirations to return to the World Series. Then, Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph stops by (17:00) to discuss how much of a boost Andrés Giménez will give to the clubhouse returning for the final stretch towards the postseason, José Berríos losing steam, and Jeff Hoffman's recent form. To wrap up the show, we hear from Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro discussing his future with the organisation.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the Blue Jays salvaging their series in Los Angeles (00:00). They touch on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch numbers following his game-tying home run in the eighth inning, Jeff Hoffman's struggles to find the strike zone after a week-long hiatus, the looming decision on Shane Bieber joining the starting rotation, and question whether or not the front office should have made one more deal at the deadline. Later, JD and Ben get into their thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2, before debating what should happen with Shane Bieber over the next few weeks (33:42).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Blue Jays spent the weekend in Los Angeles almost getting swept by the defending World Series champions and the drama was so far through the roof that a bonus episode of Deep Left Field was required so we could all process it. From the high of a club-record 45 runs scored over three games in Colorado to just two runs combined in the first two games at Dodger Stadium and just two more through the first seven innings of the series finale, questions were starting to pop up about the Jays, despite them having the American League's best record. A Sunday loss would leave them with only five wins in their last 14 games - three of them against the worst team in the game. Was the air starting to come out of the balloon? Was the Jays' record a mirage? Can we actually not have nice things in Toronto? Home runs by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Addison Barger gave the Jays a late lead, but closer Jeff Hoffman gave it right back with a bases loaded walk, then walked three more in the ninth after Ernie Clement went deep to give the Jays yet another lead. Mason Fluharty, the youngest pitcher on the staff, had to bail Hoffman out, and did he ever. We go through all of it for you here in Deep Left Field - what happened, what it means, and who does what going forward as the Jays move into the final 43 games of the season.

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Dodgers to wrap up the series in Los Angeles! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the hero of the game, Mason Fluharty - what went into his pressure-packed at-bat vs. Shohei Ohtani with the bases loaded? They discuss the bullpen at-large, which saw big time outings from all of Louis Varland, Braydon Fisher, Seranthony Domínguez, Brendon Little, and Yariel Rodríguez - even if Jeff Hoffman stays in the closer role, could the bullpen see more fluidity going forward? Plus, they discuss big home runs from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Addison Barger, and Ernie Clement, and get into what the roster construction could look like when Andrés Giménez and George Springer 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Dodgers series, including Jeff Hoffman's struggles, Mason Fluharty coming up clutch, and the bats waking up late (29:06). The Athletic's Deren VanRiper (50:22) joins them to talk Brewers, Jacob Misiorowski and Josh Naylor's hot start with the Mariners. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (1:14:45) breaks down Jeff Hoffman's uneven numbers, Toronto's trouble allowing the long ball and Kyle Tucker's scuffling at the plate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben and Brent are back on Monday with thoughts on the Blue Jays and their weekend in L.A. The hosts dive into their series against the Dodgers that was very reminiscent of postseason baseball. The duo discuss how Toronto handled the challenge and take a closer look into the finale of the series, where the Jays managed to avoid the sweep with a dramatic comeback win. They get into the importance of that victory and some of the players who had key moments in the game, including Vlad Guerrero Jr., Ernie Clement, Eric Lauer, Mason Fluharty and Jeff Hoffman. B&B also break down the Jays' current bullpen situation and how to best utilize those arms. Later, the boys check in on the first leg of the PGA playoffs that featured more heartbreak for golf's loveable loser, Tommy Fleetwood, and a win for veteran Justin Rose. They also chat about the weekend that was in the NFL preseason with Shedeur Sanders' first start, Travis Hunter playing both sides of the ball, and a record-breaking field goal.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz kick off Jays Talk Plus, celebrating the Toronto Blue Jays' impressive victory over the Colorado Rockies. They spotlight standout performances from Bo Bichette, Daulton Varsho, and Ernie Clement. Pat Malacaro (25:30), voice of the Buffalo Bisons, joins to discuss Shane Bieber's recent start, his potential return, and its impact on the clubhouse. Next, Colorado Rockies Beat Writer Christian Saez (50:25) shares insights on the Rockies and his memories with Jeff Hoffman. The episode concludes with their analysis of the trade deadline moves and speculation on the Blue Jays' strategy with Eric Lauer (1:18:37).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 Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 win over the Royals to even this series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the bullpen coming through late, including deadline acquisition Seranthony Domínguez - between Domínguez, Jeff Hoffman, and the other big names, has the bullpen been re-ordered the way the Jays wanted? They discuss Max Scherzer throwing six innings of one run ball - how long does this have to keep up before he is a real playoff option? Plus, they get into the other deadline moves including Shane Bieber and Louis Varland, Alejandro Kirk's impending return, and Bo Bichette tallying three more hits. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben and Brent start today's show with thoughts on the Blue Jays, who got back to winning last night in a tight game in Baltimore, before an off-day that happens to fall on the MLB Trade Deadline. The hosts first dive into the 9-8 win where Toronto overcame an early deficit and the bullpen delivered down the stretch. They discuss how good newest addition Seranthony Domínguez has been and if he's putting pressure on Jeff Hoffman as the closer. B&B then turn their attention to some trades made around the majors, including the Phillies landing Jhoan Duran in a deal for a pair of top 100 prospects. In the back end of the hour, the guys share an update from an Edmonton executive regarding a Connor McDavid extension with the Oilers, before looking into the rumours of a LIV-like basketball league starting up.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Hoffman (Founder & Chief Revenue Officer, Jeff Hoffman, CRO), who shared best practices and strategies on how to gear teams up for phenomenal business success. Jeff highlighted the disconnect that arises when marketing teams hand off unqualified leads to sales. He also emphasized the need for creating a collaborative sales and marketing framework, including sales involvement in lead generation and developing marketing strategies.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 loss vs. the Orioles to drop the series in Baltimore, their fourth straight loss. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence struggling in this game - was this just a result of a long doubleheader day in hot weather, or is there something more to worry about? They also get into the decision to send out Jeff Hoffman in the bottom of the eighth, and discuss Seranthony Domínguez' debut as a Blue Jay following the trade between the two games. Plus, they chat about the trade deadline and what moves are more pressing following the deal for Domínguez. 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.

GriffsThePitch.com Columnist Richard Griffin joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays standing atop of the AL East, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looking to bolster his bat, the support for Jeff Hoffman in the bullpen, Max Scherzer's ceiling for the season, Daulton Varsho returning to the lineup, Ross Atkins' positive year and more.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Chris Black (0:20) ahead of Game 3 of a critical three-game series against the Yankees. They discuss Vladdy's recent play, the pros and cons of his game and discuss what would constitute a successful season for the Jays' $500M player. Then, they get into what fans can expect from Jeff Hoffman's usage and how the bullpen can improve, potential trade deadline targets, and much more. Later, Ben Verlander joins the show (25:43) to discuss Shohei Ohtani''s dominance this season while rehabbing on a big-league mound. Finally, they look at the Jays and the other contenders around the league to discuss trade deadline targets, the Tigers' recent skid, 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 look back on the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss to the New York Yankees in the second game of the three-game series. They break down Max Scherzer's start, whether Jeff Hoffman's home run problem is due to his heavy workload and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles with runners in scoring position. MLB Network analyst Sean Casey (12:03) stops by to discuss his son Jake's transition to the pros after being drafted by the Blue Jays and his role in his son's development as a former MLB hitting coach. Later, Jeff and Kevin react to the Blue Jays' lineup in the rubber match featuring Davis Schneider in the lead-off spot, and they outline the Jays' keys to victory in the series finale.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.