Podcast appearances and mentions of Jeff Hoffman

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The Blue Jays snapped their three-game losing streak Saturday afternoon with a 1–0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Toronto now sits at 46–52 and remains 3.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot as the teams prepare for the rubber match at Rogers Centre.On game preview 99 of Flight Deck, hosted by Dan Riccio, we break down Shane Bieber's best performance since joining the Blue Jays. Bieber earned his first victory of the season after throwing six scoreless innings, allowing only three hits and two walks while striking out six. Could this be the outing that finally gets Bieber's season back on track?Toronto's bullpen made the one-run lead stand up. Jeff Hoffman, Tyler Rogers and Louis Varland combined for three scoreless innings, with Varland pitching a perfect ninth to record his 20th save of the season. After the pitching staff surrendered 12 runs in the series opener, how encouraging was this complete turnaround?The offence did just enough to secure the victory. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doubled in the fourth inning before George Springer drove him home with the game's only run. Guerrero finished with two hits and showed more signs of breaking out, but Toronto managed only five hits overall. Can the Blue Jays produce a more complete offensive performance in the series finale?We'll also look back at a special afternoon at Rogers Centre, where the Blue Jays honoured the 1992 and 1993 World Series championship teams and unveiled a new statue commemorating Joe Carter's iconic walk-off home run.Looking ahead, Trey Yesavage takes the mound against Sean Burke in Game 3 of the series. Yesavage enters with a 4–4 record, a 3.72 ERA and 69 strikeouts over 75 innings. He'll be looking to bounce back after walking seven batters and throwing only 20 strikes over 1.2 innings against San Diego in his shortest outing of the season.Burke enters at 6–4 with a 3.41 ERA, 115 strikeouts and a 1.17 WHIP over 105.2 innings. Can the Blue Jays solve one of Chicago's most reliable starters, take the series and build some momentum before beginning a four-game set against the Tampa Bay Rays?Finally, with Toronto still seven games below .500 and the trade deadline rapidly approaching, is a series victory enough to keep the Blue Jays in the buyer conversation? Or does Ross Atkins need to see an extended winning streak before committing to this roster?We finish with Dan's picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Lajoie and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Padres in the rubber match at Petco Park. They take your calls and texts, and discuss Jeff Hoffman and that costly eighth inning, the Jays' inconsistent play and struggles in close games throughout the first half, and whether the roster has shown enough to warrant additions ahead of 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.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein kick off the week live from Coppinwood Golf Club for the NHL Alumni Association Golf Classic! They break down the Blue Jays' series loss to the Padres and assess the team's outlook heading into the All-Star break, including the impact of Kazuma Okamoto's breakout season, Jeff Hoffman's recent usage, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s resurgent power. The conversation then shifts to whether the Blue Jays are legitimate American League contenders, their trade deadline outlook, and Dylan Cease being named the All-Star Game starter. This hour wraps with a look at the World Cup semi-final matchups, Tom Kim's win at the Scottish Open, and what to expect ahead of this week's British Open. 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 Shallows EP 022 - Bail or Sail? Erik Hinrichsen and Carson Picard navigate through The Shallows, starting with the Captain's Report, featuring injury updates to weekly staple Wyatt Langford, what you should do with Konnor Griffin and Carlos Rodon, and the legacy Justin Verlander will leave behind. Plus the guys recap the top performers of the past week, from Zack Wheeler's dominance to Taj Bradley's surge, to the shallow league viability of Ryan O'Hearn after his massive three homer and 10 RBI game earlier this week. Then the guys discuss if you should bail or sail on some of the biggest names in fantasy baseball, from Paul Skenes to Juan Soto to a very interesting sell take on Julio Rodriguez. Finally they look at some fun observations they've made recently, including Jeff Hoffman's scoreless run and the Marlins being good. Welcome to The Shallows! bit.ly/zenAI_bpp_pitcherlist Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blue Jays finally got the offense rolling. Toronto bounced back with a convincing 9-3 win over the Giants, snapping out of its offensive funk with contributions from top to bottom in the lineup. On Game 93 Preview of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle he breaks down what changed at the plate and whether this is finally the offensive breakthrough the Blue Jays have been waiting for. Was it simply one good night, or are the bats beginning to turn a corner? We'll also discuss another impressive outing from Spencer Miles, who continues to make a strong case for a bigger role in Toronto's rotation. Is it time for the Blue Jays to stretch him out as a full-time starter? Plus, we look at standout performances from Jonathan Clase, Sean Keys, and the bullpen trio of Jeff Hoffman, Mason Fluharty, and Louis Varland, who slammed the door. Looking ahead, Dylan Cease takes the mound against Logan Webb in what has all the makings of a pitchers' duel. Can Cease continue his Cy Young-caliber season and help Toronto secure a series victory, or will Webb's dominant June carry over into another strong outing? We finish with Adam's picks presented by bet365. LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 2-0 win vs. the Mariners in the series opener down in Seattle! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Dylan Cease striking out nine over seven innings of work - how important was it for him to bounce back with the dominant effort? They get into Jeff Hoffman and Louis Varland - with Hoffman continuing to look good over the last month, where does he stand vs. Tyler Rogers in the late-game pecking order? Is Varland the best reliever in the AL? Plus, they take a look at the division race so far, and discuss what the Jays need out of this west coast road trip before the All-Star Break.   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 are starting to build some momentum. After a 2-0 win over the Seattle Mariners, Toronto has another opportunity to gain ground in the AL Wild Card race on the back of Shane Bieber, who continues to work his way back into form following his return from injury. On game preview 89 of Flight Deck, hosted by Sierra Pileggi and Nick Alberga, we break down another dominant outing from Dylan Cease, who continues to pitch like one of the best starters in the American League, and discuss whether he's becoming the ace this Blue Jays rotation desperately needed. We'll also dive into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s night at the plate. While the box score was encouraging, is his approach finally starting to turn a corner, or are there still signs that something isn't quite right? The bullpen continues to be one of Toronto's biggest strengths, with Jeff Hoffman quietly putting together one of the best stretches of his Blue Jays career and Louis Varland remaining a perfect 18-for-18 in save opportunities. How sustainable has this late-inning dominance been? Looking ahead, Shane Bieber takes the mound against Logan Gilbert in a fascinating pitching matchup. We'll discuss what to expect from Bieber in his third start back, why Seattle's piggyback pitching strategy presents a unique challenge, and what the Blue Jays need to do offensively to secure another series win. Plus, all the latest injury updates, roster moves and news from around the league. We finish with Sierra & Nick's picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 loss vs. the Rangers to wrap up a series sweep in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the wild pitch that got away from Louis Varland in the eighth inning to score the eventual game-losing run - how has so much gone so wrong for the Jays? Will John Schneider pay the price if this gets even worse? They get into Shane Bieber's second outing of the year, discuss the leverage opportunities for the bullpen including Jeff Hoffman, and chat about the small things not being done right by the team. Plus, mid-show, they react live to Stephen Eustáquio scoring for Canada at the World Cup, and to the historic 1-0 Canada win over South Africa in Los Angeles!   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 the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss to the Houston Astros, the decision to go for a pick-off play from Jeff Hoffman, Trey Yesavage's outing against the Astros, how the poor offensive performances have affected the team, and whether the guys prefer adding a run producer vs. an arm at the trade deadline. Then, the guys head to the Back-Leg Line to hear from callers about the recent rough stretch for the Blue Jays against the Astros, Vlad Jr.'s search for a change in his batting, if the team can compete in a Wild Card series, 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 Sho Alli break down the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss vs. the Astros to drop the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the Jays playing a sloppy brand of baseball - what happened in the top of the eighth inning with Jeff Hoffman and Kazuma Okamoto? Did Luis Urías make an avoidable baserunning error in the bottom half of the eighth? How do they get back to fundamentally sound baseball moving forward? Plus, they chat about Trey Yesavage allowing one run - but issuing five walks - over 5.2 IP, and discuss the lack of offence against Mike Burrows - how does the offence get it going, and when will George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. turn it on more consistently?   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 Jays are coming off maybe the most frustrating series of a frustrating season, losing two of three at home to the Astros in ugly fashion. They continue struggling to pull themselves above the .500 mark whenever they get a chance, and more and more the righteous anger of the fan base—which is different than the dopey anger that keeps being heaped toward the likes of John Schneider, Jeff Hoffman, etc.—is landing at the feet of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Vladdy is the key here and, when you get right down to it, the primary reason this campaign has felt maddening and baffling in equal parts.It's not great! And this week we're talking all about it.PLUS: Shane Bieber's return, the fifth starter spot, Luis Urias, Atkins Speaks!, and more!** FOR AN AD-FREE VERSION OF THIS—AND EVERY—EPISODE, PLUS WEEKLY BONUS SHOWS, FIND US AT patreon.com/BJHH ** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open Thursday's show by recapping Canada's disappointing loss to Switzerland to close the group stage. They breaking down the team's cautious first half, Canada's missed opportunities, the decisive start to the second half from the Swiss, Maxime Crépeau's performance, and the team's response after falling behind. They also discuss Canada's standout goal, Jesse Marsch's lineup decisions, Stephen Eustáquio's substitute appearance, and Alphonso Davies' absence. The conversation then shifts to Canada's tournament outlook, including a favourable Round of 32 matchup against South Africa and whether the tournament can still be considered a success if Canada is eliminated. After the break, the focus turns to the Blue Jays' series loss to the Astros. The guys analyze Jeff Hoffman's costly pickoff error, whether the Jays can overcome defensive miscues, and their ongoing offensive struggles after stranding 30 runners in the series. 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 latest edition of Jays Talk: Field Access, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman chats with a pair of Blue Jays pitchers: Shane Bieber (20:12) and Jeff Hoffman (27:38). Plus, Sho Alli chats with pitcher Kevin Gausman in the dugout down at the Rogers Centre (1:36).   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 Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 8-6 comeback win vs. the Cubs to even the series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Louis Varland shutting things down in a six-out save - is he a shoo-in for AL Reliever of the Year at this point? They get into the timely hitting from Alejandro Kirk, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kazuma Okamoto, and Daulton Varsho - does John Schneider also get some credit for his pinch-hit moves? Plus, they discuss the outfield defence from Varsho alongside Myles Straw and Nathan Lukes, Jeff Hoffman keeping it together in the seventh, and what the rotation could look like when Shane Bieber returns on Monday.   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 is back, Tim is visiting his new grandson, and life is good here on Is This A Great Game, Or What? A huge thank-you to Kelly Kurkjian for stepping in on our last episode—she was an absolute superstar! We start with Cal Raleigh, because he's simply the best. After a slow start to the season, he looks like he's finding his groove again. Nothing will top last year, of course, but it's great to see him back on track. We also discuss Jeff Hoffman's puzzling season and take a look at what baseball could look like in Las Vegas after getting a sneak peek of what's to come. Colt Keith leads off the Quirkjians segment, and a Hopp, Skip and Jump is finally complete—much to Tim Kurkjian's delight. In Three Cards in the Bathroom, Jeff shares a few favorites from his card collection, featuring some names that are sure to bring back memories. On This Date and Alphabest both turn into a celebration of Willie Mays. The legendary Hall of Famer is almost impossible to put into words, but we do our best—including sharing what Johnny Bench once said about him, a remarkable testament to Mays' character and impact. We wrap up the episode with an all-Team Tim lineup featuring the greatest pinch hitters of all time, inspired by Kelly's outstanding pinch-hitting performance earlier in the week. Thanks so much for listening and watching, and as always, thank you for being part of our family! Coach Smarter, Connect Live, Replay the Action with GameChanger at https://tinyurl.com/gc-gamechangerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-0 shutout win vs. the Red Sox to take the series at Fenway Park! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Louis Varland carving up the meat of the Red Sox order to lock down a win on a bullpen day - does the relief staff still need another guy to avoid burning out some of these arms? They get into Simeon Woods Richardson's bulk outing, Spencer Miles continuing to look great, and Jeff Hoffman staying consistent - if Hoffman continues to stay out of the ninth, can he remain this effective? Plus, they get into Vladimir Guerrero Jr. knocking home a pair of runs, and Andrés Giménez causing some havoc on the basepaths.   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' 6-1 win vs. the Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Davis Schneider and Andrés Giménez going back-to-back in the fifth inning - did the stint in the minors do Schneider some good? They get into Dylan Cease striking out seven over five innings of work - is there a way for him to be more efficient more consistently? Plus, they discuss the bullpen usage tonight, including appearances from Jeff Hoffman, Tyler Rogers, Tommy Nance, and Louis Varland.   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 Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 8-3 loss vs. the Yankees to wrap up a series loss in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss some big picture items for the team; are injuries still a valid excuse for the lack of consistent run production? Has the lack of offence hurt an overworked bullpen? What holes does this team need filled, and are there too many of them to plug in 2026? How important is the coming road trip for this team's direction this season? Plus, they get into some smaller items from this game, including not walking Ben Rice in the ninth inning, the play of Jeff Hoffman, whether or not he balked, and John Schneider's subsequent ejection from the ballgame.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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

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 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.

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.

Blake Murphy kicks off Jays Talk+ with former Blue Jays reliever John Axford to discuss the Blue Jays' series win over the weekend, Gunnar Henderson's controversial tag attempt, Brandon Valenzuela's future when Alejandro Kirk returns, Jeff Hoffman's recent struggles, and whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can turn things around (30:40). Later, Todd Zolecki (49:49) checks in on the Phillies and Cristopher Sánchez's rise to stardom. Blake wraps up the show with Levi Weaver (1:17:26) to take a trip around MLB. 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 Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-4 win vs. the Orioles to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the game's biggest star in Ernie Clement - how important is it to see him bring back his terrific defence alongside some timely hitting? Should he be the Jays position player headed to Philadelphia for the 2026 All-Star Game? They also get into Brandon Valenzuela continuing to look great - could there be a scenario in which he splits the catcher and DH roles with Alejandro Kirk? Plus, they discuss Spencer Miles looking great in a bounce-back outing, Kazuma Okamoto staying hot, and get into the curious case of Jeff Hoffman.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any 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.

Ben and Arden are in Georgia as the Blue Jays tangle with MLB's best team. They seize on some interesting Kevin Gausman comments to consider the Blue Jays' current trajectory  (1:00), break down the factors behind which catcher will exit upon Alejandro Kirk's impending return (24:52), and round up some pitching developments including what comes next for Jeff Hoffman (37:30). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Davy Andrews of Fangraphs to talk Blue Jays, Daulton Varsho and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Eric Smith (27:51) pop by to analyze the decision to use Jeff Hoffman in the 9th on Saturday and the week ahead for Toronto. Jon Morosi (51:09) of MLB Network joins to talk Jacob deGrom's legacy, where Toronto stands in the AL East and more. Lastly, Jesus Cano (1:16:06) of the Athletic joins to talk everything about the NL East leading Braves including their dominant pitching staff and Ronald Acuna Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the state of Canadian hockey, the Canadiens' defeat to the Hurricanes and the Stanley Cup Final set with the Golden Knights, the Maple Leafs hiring Judd Brackett and Freddie Hamilton to the front office and the coaches and general managers role for a franchise. They dive into Jeff Hoffman's future, Jesus Sanchez getting hit by a ball from a fan and Braves' president of baseball operations and general manager Alex Anthopoulos on the Braves' season, the positives for the team and building the roster.

Justin and Patrick return after the Toronto Blue Jays split the weekend series with the Baltimore Orioles. The Jays had a great comeback in game 2 and then immediately returned the favour in game 3 after Jeff Hoffman couldn't protect a 4-run lead in the 9th. The guys recapthe series, talk June goals for the Jays, play a game about old stadiums, and then preview the upcoming test that will be the Atlanta Braves.

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.

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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to recap the 4-game series vs. the Orioles including Jeff Hoffman's 9th inning on Saturday, Jesus Sanchez's freak injury and the Blue Jays banged up starting pitching rotation. Afterwards, Braves analyst Jeff Francoeur (31:07) talks Toronto's bats and previews Atlanta heading into their 3-game set vs. the Blue Jays. Bryce Whitlow (49:49), Hall of Pretty Good creator, discusses the vision behind the social account and the success he's had building it up on Instagram. Lastly, Tim Brown (1:15:22), author of “Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original,” reflects on the vision behind the book, his favourite chapters, and Nolan Ryan's legacy. 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 Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the week by recapping the Blue Jays' four-game series in Baltimore. They discuss the series split with the Orioles, Jeff Hoffman's struggles in Saturday's outing, the state of the injury-plagued rotation, and whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s strong weekend could signal a turnaround. After the break, they shift to the NBA, breaking down Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs reaching the Finals after defeating the Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. The conversation explores Wembanyama's rapid rise, the potential emergence of a new dynasty, Oklahoma City's shortcomings, Chet Holmgren's quiet performance, and how San Antonio matches up with the Knicks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing the Carolina Hurricanes' breakthrough run to the Stanley Cup Final. They examine what changed from past Eastern Conference Final disappointments, Montreal's struggles, and Carolina's chances against the Golden Knights. They also break down David Carle's decision to decline the Maple Leafs' head coaching job, what it means for both sides, and where Toronto turns next. Brent then shares his World Hockey Championship report following Canada's semifinal loss. After the break, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (26:40) joins the show to discuss the Jesús Sánchez fan interaction incident, its implications for player-fan relationships, and the impact of his absence. The conversation also covers Jeff Hoffman's recent struggles, the Blue Jays' bullpen outlook, Louis Varland's emergence, and concludes with Morosi's thoughts on the World Hockey Championship and its significance. 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 Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' stunning 6-5 walk-off loss vs. the Orioles in Baltimore. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the biggest story of the game: Jeff Hoffman melting down in the bottom of the ninth, as he allowed six straight batters to reach in the loss. How much can the blame be shared between Hoffman himself, manager John Schneider for not pulling him sooner, or Ross Atkins for the bullpen construction? What is Hoffman's role on the team moving forward? Plus, they discuss Trey Yesavage walking seven batters over 5.0 IP, and get into the offence delivering five runs in the loss, including a four-hit day for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and another big swing for Kazuma Okamoto.   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.

Brent Gunning and Zack Bodenstien open Friday's show by breaking down the Blue Jays' win to open their series against the Orioles. Is there anything more electric than a go-ahead walk? The boys break down all the action including Baltimore's failed challenges, Toronto's ability to keep winning despite limited offence, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s impact in key moments. They also touch on Chris Bassitt facing his former team, Patrick Corbin's importance to the Jays, Louis Varland's dominance out of the bullpen, and what that means for Jeff Hoffman's role. Later, the guys shift to the Spurs forcing a Game 7 against the Thunder in the Western Conference Final and discuss the pressure facing Victor Wembanyama. They wrap up by reacting to Bruce Cassidy's comments about the Golden Knights blocking him from interviewing for other coaching positions. 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.

The Houston Astros had three pitchers combine to throw the first no-hitter of the season. Does it mean you can now trust Tatsuya Imai? Corey Pieper breaks down the top injury news, studs and duds, the Bullpen Report segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. On the injury front, the White Sox designated Jarred Kelenic for assignment to pave the way for Nishida, while the Blue Jays officially placed ace Dylan Cease on the 15-day IL with a hamstring strain and hold Vladimir Guerrero Jr. out with elbow soreness. Meanwhile, Cole Ragans has been shut down for 2-3 days. In studs and duds, Jacob Misiorowski put on a masterclass by striking out 12 over seven frames, and Colton Cowser hit a walk-off home run for the second consecutive day. Conversely, Tanner Bibee got completely annihilated for seven earned runs while surrendering an egregious five home runs. For the Bullpen Report, we sort through a chaotic closing landscape across the league, analyzing the shifting high-leverage roles for Gregory Soto in Pittsburgh, Nate Pearson in Houston, and the continuous save rotation of Jeff Hoffman and Louis Varland in Toronto. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net — rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

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.

Sho Alli and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 win vs. the Pirates to secure a series win in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Patrick Corbin, who notched seven strikeouts and allowed only one run over six innings of work - how did he outduel Paul Skenes, and was that his best outing as a Blue Jay? They get into the offence, including Jesús Sánchez knocking home an RBI double off Skenes, George Springer and Tyler Heineman both blasting no-doubt home runs, and Yohendrick Piñango continuing to impress. Plus, they discuss the bullpen, which had both a shaky outing from Yariel Rodríguez and a dominant one from Jeff Hoffman.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any 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 break down the Blue Jays' 2-0 win over the Yankees to ensure a series split in New York! They take your calls and texts, and discuss a sterling effort from the Jays bullpen, as they struck out 14 batters over the game. They chat about Spencer Miles, who struck out six over 4.1 IP - what does his potential look like given what he's shown so far? Plus, they get into Jeff Hoffman getting the save opportunity with some relievers down, and chat about the offence continuing to scuffle despite the win - could there be a trade out there that could help the team?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Friday's show with thoughts on the Toronto Blue Jays' gritty win over the New York Yankees to split the road series in New York. They discuss renewed confidence in the Jays, Spencer Miles' emergence as a potential rotation option, the effectiveness of the team's double-opener strategy, and strong outings from Adam Makko and Jeff Hoffman. The duo also debates Hoffman's future in high-leverage bullpen situations. Later, they shift to the Carolina Hurricanes struggling against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final and debate whether major changes could be coming. They wrap up with thoughts on Sidney Crosby's long-term future and the Cleveland Cavaliers falling behind the New York Knicks after Game 2 at MSG. 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.

FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers, and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan covers eight teams after a relatively calm week. Is Trevor Megill back in the ninth for the Brewers? The returns of Ryan Helsley and Josh Hader are delayed. The Angels and Reds are mysterious messes, David Bednar's on shaky ground, and Jeff Hoffman's chances are six feet under. The FTN website is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections, and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions! Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers, and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan runs down the add/drop prospects of no less than 24 different relievers, including Trevor Megill, Emilio Pagan, Edwin Diaz, Rico Garcia, Caleb Kilian, and Jeff Hoffman. The FTN website is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections, and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions! Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former MLB right fielder and current hitting coach for the Tampa Bay Rays Chad Mottola (0:34) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about what makes a great run producer, the types of development paths for his hitters, if batter technology has caught up to pitcher tech, the transition back to playing at Tropicana Field after a season at Steinbrenner Field, the next steps in Junior Caminero's offence, Kevin Cash's managerial philosophy, and how to be athletic in a player's at-bats. Then, MLB Insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (25:08) takes a look at how the baseball club are either actively looking or just monitoring the pitching market, if an impact player on both sides could be moved earlier in the trade market, the clubhouse vibe around the quarter mark, if John Schneider would consider moving Vlad Jr. in the lineup, Jeff Hoffman's potential return to the 9th inning, Brandon Valenzuela's adjustment to the Majors, and Andrés Giménez's hot bat.  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.