Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Wilner

Guest: Mike Wilner, baseball columnist & host of Deep Left Field baseball podcast For the first time in 32 years, the Blue Jays have a shot at winning the World Series, with Game 1 against the LA Dodgers happening tonight. It's been a long road to get here: waiting for conditions to be just right; to have the right players in place; for hard work and alchemy to strike that optimal balance. Whether you've been paying attention to this team for years or just since the start of this crucial round of October playoff baseball, this episode has all the colourful context and fascinating anecdotes you'll need to get up to speed for the big game and the big series ahead. Mike Wilner, former Blue Jays broadcaster, Toronto Star baseball columnist and host of baseball podcast Deep Left Field, is the guest on the show today to give you all that inside baseball knowledge before you tune in. PLUS: Hero of the moment George Springer has an unsavoury baseball past - do you know about it? Mike Wilner weighs in. Produced by Julia De Laurentiis Johnston & Sean Pattendon

Mike Schopp and The Bulldog talk to the former voice of the Toronto Blue Jays Mike Wilner to talk about the run the Blue Jays are on and get us ready for the World Series

Before Game 6 of the ALCS in Toronto, where the Blue Jays look to stave off elimination and force Game 7 Monday night, Mike Wilner was on the field during Blue Jays batting practice to break down the stakes of this game (spoiler: the Jays need to win). 

In Hour 4 we were joined by Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star and the Deep Left Field podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 4 we were joined by Mike wilner from the Toronto Star and the Deep Left Field podcast to tee up Blue Jays - Mariners game 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest: Mike Wilner, baseball columnist & host of Deep Left Field baseball podcast The Blue Jays are currently battling the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series (or ALCS for short), the one that precedes the World Series. Getting this far in the season has Toronto whipped into a lather at the possibility that their team may be within grasp of the big prize. A prize that likely feels a little further away after last night's game: the Jays lost, for the second time in this particular series, which is a best of seven. Ten years ago, the Jays were also two games down in a playoff series against the Texas Rangers, beat on their home turf both times. But they crawled back to win that series with the Jose Bautista bat flip as the pinnacle of that triumphant return. Today marks the 10 year anniversary of that bat flip and Mike Wilner, baseball columnist at the Star and host the Star's Deep Left Field baseball podcast, talks about the oral history both of that moment and one the Blue Jays currently find themselves in. Plus: Wilner tells you all you need to know about how to predict who's gonna win when it comes to baseball Bonus: Check out this video we made to commemorate the moment, Two Bat Flips, 10 Years Apart Produced by Julia De Laurentiis Johnston & Sean Pattendon Sources: MLB

On this Sportsline Podcast, Toronto Star columnist and Deep Left Field podcast host Mike Wilner was talking about Blue Jays baseball. Wilner was asked if the Tigers or Mariners are a better matchup for the Jays and is Nathan Lukes the feel-good story of the season?

A look at the shifting landscape Plus – The Blue Jays advance to the ALCS GUESTS: Jack Reid - Associate Creative Director at Creative Currency Dr. Shawn Kelly - pediatrician and addiction specialist Mike Wilner - baseball columnist for the Star and host of the podcast “Deep Left Field”

The Toronto Blue Jays are off to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) after defeating the New York Yankees last night. We connect with Blue Jays reporter, Mike Wilner, to recap the series and look ahead to who could be next for the Jays. The Green Zone

It's the final weekend of the MLB season and the Toronto Blue Jays are tied for 1st in the A.L. East with the New York Yankees. Mike Wilner, Toronto Star Columnist and host of the Deep Left Field podcast breaks down what could be the fallout after this weekend. The Green Zone

During Hour 3 the Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star and Deep Left Field podcast joined the show breaking down the Toronto Blue Jays regular season home stretch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 3 we were joined by Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star covering the Blue Jays and Edmonton Huskies GM Jason Lorrimer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Toronto Blue Jays are head back to Toronto after a swing out west. The may not have gotten the series win over the LA Dodgers but yesterday's finish was must-see! Mike Wilner has the details. The Green Zone

In Hour 3 we were joined by Alexis Hawke from the Feisty Pickles Dinking from Dusk to Dawn pickleball tournament and Mike Wilner of the Deep Left Field podcast covering the Toronto Blue Jays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 3 Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star and the Deep Left Field podcast joined the show discussing the Toronto Blue Jays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

- Scott Reid - CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to a Prime Minister on the Federal election campaign- Should we be giving Ovechkin a pass for his ties to Putin? Your calls- UNDECIDED VOTERS PANEL - We want young people this week! - Mike Wilner - baseball columnist for the Star and host of the podcast “Deep Left Field” on Vlad Guerrero Jr's record contract

Former Toronto Blue Jays Broadcaster Mike Wilner joins Schopp and Bulldog to talk about the MLB season and what he thinks of Vladdy Potentially leaving Toronto.

In this 1650th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Mike Wilner about his relationships with Cito Gaston and Jerry Howarth, his feelings about visiting Florida to cover the Blue Jays for The Toronto Star, and how Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins manage to survive blunder after blunder. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Chris Townsend, Vince Cotroneo and Jessica Kleinschmidt preview the finale of the A's and Blue Jays. They were joined by Bobby Crosby, Mark Kotsay and Mike Wilner. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blue Jays insider Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star joined the show. Mike gave us the rundown on one of the newest pirates, Isiah Kiner-Falefa. He thinks IFK will be very re-energized going somewhere that is in the midst of a playoff race. Mike said he's been really hitting the ball well this season and got into what the transformation was like. He talked about IFK's knee injury and where he fits best in the lineup. He thinks the best spot for him in the lineup is either the top 2 spots or somewhere between 6-8. Mike thinks IFK is at his best at third base.

The Pirates begin a huge series tonight at PNC Park. Should Oneil Cruz be in the lineup? The agreement is yes. You can't remove one of your best offensive players in this big of a 3-game set. The Pirates need to score runs and taking a player with Cruz's offensive potential out of the lineup doesn't make sense. Do the fans want to see Oneil Cruz in the lineup tonight? Blue Jays insider Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star joined the show. Mike gave us the rundown on one of the newest pirates, Isiah Kiner-Falefa. He thinks IFK will be very re-energized going somewhere that is in the midst of a playoff race. Mike said he's been really hitting the ball well this season and got into what the transformation was like. He talked about IFK's knee injury and where he fits best in the lineup. He thinks the best spot for him in the lineup is either the top 2 spots or somewhere between 6-8. Mike thinks IFK is at his best at third base.

Welcome back to TableSetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, and we have an amazing guest for our closing segment. We have an exclusive conversation covering all things Toronto Blue Jays talking with Mike Wilner (@Wilnerness) from the Toronto Star & Deep Left Field Podcast (@DeepLFPodcast).  Mike Wilner, former play-by-play Blue Jays radio broadcaster and current columnist for the Toronto Star. Mike also currently hosts the “Deep Left Field” Podcast. Weekly pod, which covers the Blue Jays as well as baseball in general. He won the John Ceruti Award in 2020, given by the Toronto Baseball Writers' Association of America to an individual who displays goodwill, cooperation & character. Also, in 2020, the Bob Elliott Media Recognition Award recognizes individuals who have positively impacted Baseball Canada.   We discussed his views on the 2024 Blue Jays & what he perceives to be the reason for the shortcomings thus far this season. We talk about the potential of trading Vladimir Guerrero Jr. & Bo Bichette and whether he sees that happening in any world. We bring up Shohei Ohtani on a plane moment and how Ohtani's signing with the team would have changed the trajectory. We turn the clock back to the origin of his fandom & where he was when Joe Carter HR landed to give the Jays back to back World Series titles. Just a phenomenal conversation that we hope you will enjoy. Buckle up as we hop into the Meat of the Order. We talk about Orlando Cepeda & the Giants tribute to him at Oracle Park.  We discuss the call up of James Wood to the Nationals and how he's getting fans in DC excited. What does that mean for the Nationals? We assess the HR Derby rule changes and what we think of the format. Who would be our ideal competitors? We also talked more about how the Astros streaking & if Devin is officially ready to say they are back (....he is) And hey, remember to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @tablesetterspod for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive fan polls. We want to hear from you! So grab your popcorn and settle in as we ignite the conversation only on TableSetters, where every inning brings a new story, and every pitch sets the stage for baseball's greatest moments. Let's play ball!

Guests: Blue Jays DH Justin Turner and infielders Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Spencer Horwitz This week in “Deep Left Field,” we talk to the resurgent Justin Turner, who has shaken off a terrible month of May to get back to his normal self in June. We catch up with Isiah Kiner-Falefa for his thoughts about the team's current predicament and having to take over at shortstop with Bo Bichette on the injured list, and chat with Spencer Horwitz, who has done nothing but hit — and at a new position — since his call-up to the big leagues a fortnight ago. What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guests: Blue Jays broadcaster Buck Martinez, former Jays farmhand (and son of Tom Cheek) Jeff Cheek This week, we honour Tom Cheek, the forever voice of the Toronto Blue Jays, on what would have been his 85th birthday. We remember the Hall of Fame broadcaster with stories and memories from Buck Martinez, who Cheek pushed toward a post-playing career behind the mic, and Tom's youngest son, Jeff. We also look at the Cavan Biggio trade and preview Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guests: Former Blue Jays pitcher Jason Grilli, Jays' associate manager DeMarlo Hale This week in “Deep Left Field,” we get Jason Grilli's thoughts on the surprise (and welcome) retirement of Angel Hernandez and check in with DeMarlo Hale for his assessment of the Blue Jays through one-third of the season. Also, thoughts on Hernandez' legacy, such as it is, as well as Alek Manoah's injury and the Jays' City Connect uniforms! What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

During Hour 4 we were joined by Mike Wilner from the Toronto Star to check in on the Toronto Blue Jays as they kick off a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 4 we were joined by Michelle Plouffe of the Canadian 3x3 Basketball team and Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star covering the Toronto Blue Jays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests: Blue Jays centrefielder Kevin Kiermaier, Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash, Jays fan Liz McGuire This week in “Deep Left Field,” we hear from Kevin Kiermaier on the Blue Jays' rough first couple months of the season, including the virus that tore through the clubhouse and what he believes we'll be seeing from here on out. We also catch up with former Blue Jay Kevin Cash, now the most-winning manager in Tampa Bay Rays' history, and we check in on Liz McGuire, who garnered international attention after being hit in the forehead by a 110-m.p.h. foul ball off the bat of Bo Bichette. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guests: Blue Jays 2B/LF Davis Schneider, former Jay and current Minnesota Twins pitcher Jay Jackson, Blue Jays mental skills coach John Lannan This week, we sit down with Davis Schneider, who has been one of MLB's best hitters since coming to the big leagues last August, catch up with old pal Jay Jackson to see how he's doing with a new team and to get an update on 10-month-old J.R., and introduce you to John Lannan, whose job it is to help out the Blue Jays between the ears. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Mike Wilner, the Baseball columnist for the Toronto Star and Host of the Deep Left Field Podcast @DeepLFPodcast joins to talk about the Blue Jays. And afterwards, Mike and Chris talk fantasy! . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Bulldog are joined by Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star to talk Opening Day of baseball and what he thinks should be the expectations for the Toronto Blue Jays

Guests: Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano, catcher Danny Jansen, third baseman Isiah Kiner-Falefa and breakout pitcher Adam Macko This week in “Deep Left Field,” host Mike Wilner brings good pals Danny Jansen and Jordan Romano together to talk about their expectations for the Blue Jays in 2024, introduces you to one of the new Jays, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and gets to know Canadian lefty — by way of Slovakia and Ireland — Adam Macko, who will be pitching for the Jays in the Spring Breakout game on March 16. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Joey Votto signed a minor league deal with his hometown Toronto Blue Jays. Votto has been the toughest hitter to get out in the 21st century, so if he's healthy, this could be a big deal. Mike Wilner gave his initial thoughts on the signing in this bonus episode.

Guests: Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette and manager John Schneider   Spring training has begun in Dunedin, Florida, and Mike Wilner is down there to give you the goods on what's going on at camp. He's also there to have incredible conversations with Bo Bichette and John Schneider.  What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guest: Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Gregor Chisholm   On the eve of spring training, as host Mike Wilner prepares to join the Blue Jays in Dunedin, we bring you a special bonus episode featuring your questions! Mike and Gregor Chisholm, the Star's baseball writers, answer your Jays questions about Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Alek Manoah, Ross Atkins and his quiet off-season, potential further additions before the season starts and many more! What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guests: Blue Jays pitcher Mitch White, former Jays 3B Rance Mulliniks This week in "Deep Left Field," host Mike Wilner talks about the Jays' signing of Justin Turner with Mitch White, who was his teammate with the Dodgers from 2020-22. They also talk about the strides White made at the end of last season and his outlook for 2024. As well, Rance Mulliniks joins us to remember former Jays' manager Jimy Williams, who passed away at age 80 last week, and to relive the ups and downs of the glory years.

Guests: "Kim's Convenience" star Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Andy Kindler ("Bob's Burgers," "Everybody Loves Raymond") and Chris Calogero ("The Movie Guy") This week in "Deep Left Field," host Mike Wilner convenes "The Roundtable of Frustrated Fan Bases!" Paul Sun-Hyung Lee talks the Blue Jays, Andy Kindler talks the New York Mets and Chris Calogero talks the Yankees as we commiserate over each team's disappointing 2023 on the field and off. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

Guests: Blue Jays centrefielder Kevin Kiermaier, free agent pitcher Jay Jackson. This week in Deep Left Field, host Mike Wilner talks to Kevin Kiermaier about returning to the Blue Jays for another year of Gold Glove defence and chats with Jay Jackson on the former Jay's experience in Toronto, his free agency this winter and baby JR coming home for Christmas.

AJ was next to Justin Verlander when the Shohei Ohtani news broke. What did JV say? AJ weighs in on the Dodgers winning the Ohtani sweepstakes with Kratz & Braun. (2:01)(17:04) Toronto Star baseball columnist/podcaster Mike Wilner says it was fun while it (fake) lasted for Ohtani in Canada! Wilner talks out what the Jays front office should do now.(36:45) The Yamamoto meetings are happening and AJ says the Giants should be feeling the heat. (44:05) We also like the Tyler O'Neill add for Boston and get player perspective/caution on jacked dudes in baseball.FT SHOP is the spot

AJ was next to Justin Verlander when the Shohei Ohtani news broke. What did JV say? AJ weighs in on the Dodgers winning the Ohtani sweepstakes with Kratz & Braun. Toronto Star baseball columnist/podcaster Mike Wilner says it was fun while it (fake) lasted for Ohtani in Canada! Wilner talks out what the Jays front office should do now. The Yamamoto meetings are happening and AJ says the Giants should be feeling the heat. We also like the Tyler O'Neill add for Boston and get player perspective/caution on jacked dudes in baseball. FT SHOP is the spot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we buying the Blue Jays as serious Ohtani contenders? Toronto Star baseball columnist Mike Wilner swings by with many reasons why the Jays are in the running. Topics include Drake, hiding spots, fancy facilities & Ohtani's hero. (19:43)(15:40) A Juan Soto update includes AJ stating why the Yankees need him badly and how they are known for pulling off trades with a little extra prospect marketing ;)(11:00) We hit the run of front office 100% no-trade announcements, including Mike Trout, Alex Bregman & all of the Braves long-term extension guys.(38:41) Also covered: Jim Leyland Hall of Famer, Rangers sign Kirby YatesWe have some night shows LIVE this week too --> FT Youtube channel--Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com

Are we buying the Blue Jays as serious Ohtani contenders? Toronto Star baseball columnist Mike Wilner swings by with many reasons why the Jays are in the running. Topics include Drake, hiding spots, fancy facilities & Ohtani's hero. A Juan Soto update includes AJ stating why the Yankees need him badly and how they are known for pulling off trades with a little extra prospect marketing ;) We hit the run of front office 100% no-trade announcements, including Mike Trout, Alex Bregman & all of the Braves long-term extension guys. Also covered: Jim Leyland Hall of Famer, Rangers sign Kirby Yates We have some night shows LIVE this week too --> FT Youtube channel -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Blue Jays infielders Davis Schneider, Spencer Horwitz and Ernie Clement This week in “Deep Left Field,” host Mike Wilner gathers The Buffalo Bunch! Davis Schneider, Spencer Horwitz and Ernie Clement get together to discuss their time with the Blue Jays and Bisons this past season, watching each other succeed in the big leagues, their mutual admiration for each other and the impact they had on the playoff race.

Guests: Kevin Kiermaier, free agent centre fielder, and Gregor Chisholm, baseball columnist This week in “Deep Left Field,” host Mike Wilner talks to Kevin Kiermaier about winning the American League Gold Glove and Fielding Bible awards in centre field, and what the future holds for him as he enters free agency again. We also check in with baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm on the Blue Jays‘ moves so far this off-season and what to expect over the winter.

Guests: Blue Jays 2023 MVP Bo Bichette, Pitcher of the Year Kevin Gausman, Rookie of the Year Davis Schneider, Unsung Hero Cavan Biggio This week in Deep Left Field, host Mike Wilner hands out the Blue Jays 2023 End-of-Season Awards as voted on by the players and coaching staff themselves. Each of the winners joins us for a conversation looking back at their year and (unfortunately, as it turned out) looking ahead to the playoffs.

The Blue Jays clinched a playoff spot on Sunday and will start the Wild Card series agains the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday. The Star's baseball podcast Deep Left Field has gone daily for the playoff run, so This Matters guest host Mike Wilner brings you this clinch episode. You'll hear from Blue Jays (and Deep Left Field regulars) Kevin Kiermaier and Jordan Romano, along with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Matt Chapman. You'll also hear John Schneider's post-game speech to the team. And we answer your email questions to DeepLFPodcast@gmail.com as we get you set for the Jays' first-round date with Minnesota.

Guests: Blue Jays legend Joe Carter, utilityman Cavan Biggio and infielder Ernie Clement This week in Deep Left Field, host Mike Wilner reminisces with all-time Jay Joe Carter about his World Series-winning home run and gets his thoughts about this season's club, chats with Cavan Biggio about playing all over the place and coming into his own offensively, and introduces you to Ernie Clement, who grew up right on the other side of Lake Ontario.

Mike and Chris check in on the Jays, Red Sox and Marlins with Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star, Chris Cotillo of MassLive, and Craig Mish of SportsGrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices