Podcast appearances and mentions of Rogers Centre

JD recaps a heartbreaking weekend for Blue Jays fans after the Jays lost Games 6 & 7 of the World Series at home to the Dodgers, and details the pain that comes from being a game away and eventually missing out on a championship (00:00). Ben Ennis, host of The FAN Morning Show joins JD to put a cap on the 2025 Blue Jays season (6:48), including the misery of watching the Dodgers' Game 7 comeback, Jeff Hoffman's untimely pitch to Miguel Rojas in the 9th inning, Ernie Clement's near-game winning drive in the bottom half, the disappointment for the fans at Rogers Centre on Saturday night, and how the loss will change the perspective of this team going forward. Later, the guys look at the Blue Jays organization going forward, whether or not Bo Bichette will return in 2026, and how the pitching staff will come together (35:29).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 today's show by voicing the emotions of a city and country as a whole following the Blue Jays loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. The guys rewind to Saturday's heartbreaking Game 7 to discuss the elation of Bo Bichette's home run, the chaos of the benches clearing, and the sinking feeling as Miguel Rojas' hit his home run in the ninth. They also touch on the atmosphere in Rogers Centre, Isiah Kiner-Falefa's short lead off third base, and Will Smith's game-winning blast. What will be the lasting memory from this World Series? The boys wrap up this hour with thoughts on the team's heartfelt postgame interviews, before sharing what Blue Jays fans can feel positive about this after 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.

Steve and Devin went live for Episode 114 as the 2025 World Series reached its epic conclusion — an all-time classic that saw the Los Angeles Dodgers repeat as champions after an 11-inning thriller in Toronto. The Dodgers outlasted the Blue Jays 5–4 in Game 7 at Rogers Centre, capturing their second straight World Series title and becoming baseball's first repeat champions since the 2000 Yankees. Will Smith provided the decisive swing, crushing a solo home run in the top of the 11th off Shane Bieber to put L.A. ahead for good. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, pitching on zero days' rest, recorded the final five outs to secure the championship — his third win of the series and fifth of the postseason. Toronto struck first behind Bo Bichette's three-run homer off Shohei Ohtani in the third inning, but the Dodgers clawed back. Max Muncy's solo blast in the eighth made it 4–3, and Miguel Rojas tied the game in the ninth with one of the most dramatic home runs in World Series history — a 357-foot shot off Jeff Hoffman that silenced the sold-out Rogers Centre. From there, both teams traded blows. Toronto's defense shined, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. turning a critical 3–6–3 double play and Andy Pages making a collision catch to save the game in the ninth. But the Dodgers' relentlessness proved too much. Smith, who caught every inning of the series — 1,054 pitches in total — came through in the 11th, cementing his place among postseason legends. Yamamoto's performance closed the door on a postseason for the ages: 5–0 with a 1.63 ERA. The Dodgers, deep, disciplined, and battle-tested, once again found the right answers when it mattered most. Steve and Devin also broke down the incredible October run of Ernie Clement — whose 30 hits set a new single-postseason record — and the historic implications of Yamamoto joining Randy Johnson (2001) as the only pitchers in the last 57 years to win three games in one World Series. Follow @TablesettersPod on Instagram and X for full championship reactions, offseason breakdowns, and exclusive Dodgers-Blue Jays Game 7 analysis all week.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss to the Dodgers in Game 6 of the World Series to force a winner-take-all Game 7 on Saturday night. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the bizarre ninth inning, which included a wedged ball in the outfield wall to stop play on what would have been a game-tying hit from Addison Barger, followed by the lineout double play that ended the game seconds later. Had they ever seen the the wedged ball happen at the Rogers Centre, and how much blame does Barger deserve in that situation? They also get into the game at-large, including the missed opportunities against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the start from Kevin Gausman, the performance of the bullpen, and whether or not the team will be able to bounce back for Game 7 in such a short amount of time. 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.

World Series Game Six RecapLos Angeles Dodgers (93-69) @ Toronto Blue Jays (94-68)The Blue Jays come back home to Rogers Centre just one win away from their first championship since Joe Carter walked off Mitch Williams and the Phillies in game six of the 1993 Fall Classic. Vladdy Jr. continues his unbelievable playoff run, closing in on the single postseason record for hits. Toronto will have another boost, as George Springer returns to the lineup, though it is unclear how much he'll be able to do with his oblique injury. The Dodgers bats, on the other hand, have been mostly silent. Mookie Betts has struggled mightily this series, forcing manager Dave Roberts to shake up the lineup a bit. They'll need the future Hall-of-Famer to step up if they intend to extend the series.We should be in for another pitching duel for game six, as Kevin Gausman and Yoshinobu Yamamoto square up once again. The splitter heavy righties nearly matched one another in game two, but it was the Japanese ace who had the edge. With the season on the line, they both will need to bring their best. Can LA force a decisive game seven, or will Toronto wrap up the season in October?Toronto Radio SN590 - Ben Shulman and Chris LerouxLos Angeles Radio AM570 - Stephen Nelson and Rick MondayAudio clips from MLB.tvAs always, thank you to Baseball Reference and SABR for statistics, box scores, background information, and much, much more.Catch you next time,P.C.O.

Send us a textWill this be the night?The Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from their first World Series title in more than three decades, and they're hosting Game 6 Friday night at Rogers Centre.Win, and they're the champs. Lose, and it will all come down to Game 7 Saturday night.Whatever happens, this has already been a World Series for the ages — a politically charged match-up that featured two international superstars, an 18-inning marathon, and some heartwarming side stories.Joining us on tonight's episode of Closer Look are two people who've been glued to every at-bat: TorontoToday reporter Daniel Ramos, and Matt Betts, a CambridgeToday reporter who also hosts the Canadian Baseball Network podcast.Hosted by Village Media's Michael Friscolanti and Scott Sexsmith, and produced by Derek Turner, Closer Look is a new daily podcast that goes way beyond the headlines with insightful, in-depth conversations featuring our reporters and editors, leading experts, key stakeholders and big newsmakers.Fresh episodes drop every Monday to Friday at 7 p.m. right in your local news feed — and on the show's dedicated website: closerlookpodcast.ca. Of course, you can also find us wherever you get your favourite podcasts.Want to be the first to know when a new episode lands? Sign up for our free nightly newsletter, which delivers the latest Closer Look straight to your email inbox. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.Have something to say? Please reach out. Our email address is closerlook@villagemedia.ca.

It's Halloween, the Jays are on fire, and the chaos is real. Maurie hits the streets of L.A. to talk to fans and players, while Mocha hypes up the Rogers Centre crowd. Roz loses sleep over baseball field dimensions, Shem gets roasted for missing the game, and the Damnits debate which team is cuter. Plus, haunted houses, spicy Halloween streeters, and the debut of this year's Halloween radio drama: LA BOO BOO.

JD prepares for Game 6 of the World Series, as the Blue Jays have a chance to clinch their first championship since 1993 at Rogers Centre, before getting into the terrifying thought of the potential curse that is a Halloween game, and the importance of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette to this team and fanbase (00:00). Cliff Floyd, 1997 World Series champion and MLB Network analyst, joins JD to further break down the ability of Bo Bichette to jump back into the lineup in the World Series after being out since September 6th, the supporting cast coming through at the biggest moments, the chances we see George Springer back on the field in the next two games, and how this historic run has changed the perspective on Vladdy Jr. nationally (10:11). After the break, JD gives his final thoughts of the Blue Jays season ahead of the biggest weekend in recent memory (47:19). 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 ONE WIN AWAY from their first World Series championship in over 30 years! Peter Klein breaks down everything you need to know about Game 6 vs the Dodgers, including how to attack Yoshinobu Yamamoto, key player matchups, and why Toronto can clinch tonight at Rogers Centre. Plus: CFL playoff predictions (Winnipeg vs Montreal, Calgary vs BC), and a complete WWE Saturday Night's Main Event preview with 4 title matches on the line.Topics covered:Intro (0:00)Blue Jays vs Dodgers Game 6 analysis & predictions (3:31)Yamamoto's pitching dominance & how Toronto can solve himVladimir Guerrero Jr MVP caseCFL East & West semifinals breakdowns (36:58) WWE championship match predictions (Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Tiffany Stratton, Dominik Mysterio) (46:13) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney has met with the President of China on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in South Korea. And while he didn't say whether the meeting produced any changes in trade policies, he did describe it as a ‘turning point’ in the Canada-China relationship. We dig deeper with Guy Saint-Jacques, Canada’s Ambassador to China from 2012 to 2016. In just a matter of hours, the Toronto Blue Jays could be celebrating a World Series title, and their first since 1993. All they need is one more win against the defending champions. TSN’s Aaron Korolnek joins us with a preview of tonight's Game 6 at Rogers Centre. Why do people love scary movies so much? Plus, is the early-November time change really bad for our health? We pose those burning questions to CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Sebastian Skamski, a former Director of Media Relations for Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, joins today's spooky setting. So does Laura D’Angelo, the Vice-President of National Strategy at Enterprise Canada. Topic 1: Next week's budget vote could bring down the Carney government, but what are the odds of that? Topic 2: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says today's youth have 'sacrificed enough', as he solidifies his messaging around Budget 2025. Is that a good deck of cards to play? Topic 3: Earlier this week, the Alberta government invoked the Notwithstanding Clause to end a weeks-old teachers strike. Will this move come back to bite Premier Danielle Smith? Topic 4: What is the best Halloween candy, and why? There is only one right answer. Topic 5: For the first time since 1993, the World Series is within reach for Canada's Team. All the Blue Jays need is one more win at Rogers Centre. And as the Canada-U.S. trade war drags on, how much would it mean for a Canadian squad to claim an American-dominated trophy?

Thursday afternoon means a fresh episode of Real Life was recorded, edited, and is ready to help you wrap up the week. On today's podcast, the guys discussed the Toronto Blue Jays being a win away from the World Series, the Nation Vacation to Vancouver, beefs of the week, Halloween candy, and much more.The guys kicked off the Thursday episode of Real Life with a look at the Toronto Blue Jays' chances at closing out the World Series on Friday night at the Rogers Centre. Given that the Jays are only one game away from clinching their third World Series title, it's hard not to get completely wrapped up in this run. Even if you're not a hardcore Blue Jays fan who watches every game in the regular season, the hype is taking over the country in a very real way.Changing gears, the guys dove a little bit into the Nation Vacation, and started with the rally popcorn Baggedmilk bought at the Oilers game in Vancouver. While the rally popcorn was trying to do its thing, Jay noted that Tyler had the job completed before Edmonton actually completed the comeback. From there, Tyler and BM spent the next few minutes thanking the amazing Nation Citizens who joined us on this trip out west. Finally, the guys wrapped up the podcast with Thursday episode of Real Life with a random collection of topics, including a look at the NFL schedule having some horrible prime time matchups, Halloween candy tactics during the World Series, and how shrinkflation is ruining everyone's ability to eat appropriate amounts of candy. Talking about candy led to the guys workshopping some ideas for Chalmers' Halloween party that some folks on the show weren't invited to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the LA Dodgers in Game 5 to take a 3-2 World Series lead back to Toronto. They discuss Trey Yesavage's masterpiece on the mound and Addison Barger's awareness on the basepaths before looking ahead to Game 6 and how the Jays adjust to Yoshinobu Yamamoto the second time through. Later, MLB Network analyst Sean Casey joins the show (27:00) to share his thoughts on the Dodgers' stars' struggles, what to expect from Kevin Gausman in Game 6, how the Jays approach Yamamoto, and the impact the Rogers Centre crowd might have on Friday.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.

Thursday afternoon means a fresh episode of Real Life was recorded, edited, and is ready to help you wrap up the week. On today's podcast, the guys discussed the Toronto Blue Jays being a win away from the World Series, the Nation Vacation to Vancouver, beefs of the week, Halloween candy, and much more.The guys kicked off the Thursday episode of Real Life with a look at the Toronto Blue Jays' chances at closing out the World Series on Friday night at the Rogers Centre. Given that the Jays are only one game away from clinching their third World Series title, it's hard not to get completely wrapped up in this run. Even if you're not a hardcore Blue Jays fan who watches every game in the regular season, the hype is taking over the country in a very real way.Changing gears, the guys dove a little bit into the Nation Vacation, and started with the rally popcorn Baggedmilk bought at the Oilers game in Vancouver. While the rally popcorn was trying to do its thing, Jay noted that Tyler had the job completed before Edmonton actually completed the comeback. From there, Tyler and BM spent the next few minutes thanking the amazing Nation Citizens who joined us on this trip out west. Finally, the guys wrapped up the podcast with Thursday episode of Real Life with a random collection of topics, including a look at the NFL schedule having some horrible prime time matchups, Halloween candy tactics during the World Series, and how shrinkflation is ruining everyone's ability to eat appropriate amounts of candy. Talking about candy led to the guys workshopping some ideas for Chalmers' Halloween party that some folks on the show weren't invited to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JD revels in the Blue Jays' Game 4 victory over the Dodgers in LA, credits the team for their gusty performance by the team after the historically long Game 3 on Monday, and looks closer at the Vladimir Guerrero Jr.-Shohei Ohtani matchup (00:00). Jonathan Papelbon, '07 World Series champion, joins the show to discuss what we've seen during the Fall Classic (11:59), the pitching matchups throughout the series, the impact that Chris Bassitt has provided for the bullpen, the incredible atmosphere at Rogers Centre for these postseason games, and Trey Yesavage's chances in Game 5, as he makes his second start against the Dodgers. After the break, JD highlights the Blue Jays offence, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s record-breaking performance, and the good decisions made by John Schneider in Game 4, before touching on the Maple Leafs' win over the Flames (40:58).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 kick off the second hour by checking the text-line to see how listeners experienced last night's historic Game 3. They reflect on the sense of unity among fans, how many people stayed up to watch the game until the very end, and what the atmosphere was like at the Rogers Centre watch party. They also discuss the emotions fans are feeling in the aftermath, and note the surprise surrounding Dave Roberts' comment to the American broadcast about considering a position player to pitch in the 18th inning. The guys answer listener questions about key moments, from pitching to Shohei Ohtani to sending Davis Schneider in extras. They highlight some of the unsung heroes from the game including Brayden Fisher and Eric Lauer, and praise the strength of the bullpen, while questioning why Chris Bassitt wasn't used more. Ben and Brent then turn their attention to Game 4, examining how the Blue Jays can regroup after this marathon loss. They discuss the potential impact of losing George Springer, assess how much trouble the team might be in, consider who could lead off the lineup, and share their thoughts on the chances of seeing a vintage Shane Bieber start tonight.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jerry talks about the 18 inning Blue Jays vs Dodgers game last night, and producer Ben Harrison tells him about what it was like in the Rogers Centre during the game viewing. Bonnie Crombie is not ruling out a potential Mississauga mayoral race. Jerry asks, when do you know it is time to move on? John Wright's Canada Pulse Insights poll found that a majority of GTA residents are confident in police but have concerns over crime, response times, and repeat offenders. Former CBSA officer, Kelly Sundberg, talks about being photographed at the US border.

JD recaps the weekend of baseball in Toronto as the Blue Jays split their two games with the Dodgers in their first World Series appearance since 1993, breaking down the highlights of Friday night's victory and how Los Angeles was able to even it up on Saturday (00:00). Eric Hosmer, 2015 World Series champion, joins the show to continue the conversation around the World Series. He dives into the incredible pitching matchups we've seen throughout the first two games, the comparisons of this Blue Jays team to his 2015 Royals championship team, the consistency Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s postseason performances, Bo Bichette's gutsy return to the lineup despite his injury, the decision to send out Max Scherzer in Game 3 ahead of Shane Bieber, and the atmosphere at Rogers Centre during the MLB postseason (20:38). After the break, JD takes a look at the Raptors' loss against No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks, ahead of their matchup against Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio on Monday (47:38).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 Games 1 and 2 and the spectacle that was World Series Weekend in Toronto. They also touch on the starts of Trey Yesavage, Kevin Gausman and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's gem in Game 2 (35:09). Afterwards, former Blue Jay Shawn Green (50:56) breaks down the series as it moves to Dodger Stadium and the keys for each respective team. Lastly, Dodgers broadcaster Stephen Nelson (1:15:53) touches on his Rogers Centre experience and what to expect from Glasnow in Game 3.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.

Will Dawson heads to Rogers Centre in Toronto to talk with players about faith, baseball, and their journey to the 2025 World Series.

Will Dawson heads to Rogers Centre in Toronto to talk with players about faith, baseball, and their journey to the 2025 World Series.

Will Dawson heads to Rogers Centre in Toronto to talk with players about faith, baseball, and their journey to the 2025 World Series.

Ashley Wenskoski is joined tonight by Intern Dan Papillo to recap the Game Two of the World Series! The Dodgers tied up the series 1-1 after topping the Blue Jays 5-1 in Toronto. LAD received a dominant pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto - what do the Blue Jays have to do to overcome this Dodgers team? Join us! 00:00-4:44: Gausman, Yamamoto pitchers duel...Smith, Muncy HRs 4:45-8:09: Yamamoto throws a MASTERCLASS complete game 8:10-12:15: Atmosphere at Rogers Centre - are the Blue Jays in trouble? Predictions for the rest of the series #mlb #mlbb #mlbbaseball #mlblb #baseball #baseballpodcast #podcast #sports #worldseries #mlbplayoffs #toronto #torontobluejays #bluejays #yamamoto #yoshinobuyamamoto #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #dodgers #dodgersbaseball LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JD Bunkis is joined by Sam McKee, host and producer at Sportsnet 590 The FAN, to reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series. They discuss the Rogers Centre's electric atmosphere, Addison Barger's pinch-hit grand slam -- the first in Fall Classic history, and contributions from up and down the Jays' roster. Afterwards, the duo reacts to Bo Bichette's absence from Toronto's Game 2 lineup and share their optimism that Bichette could stay a Jay beyond 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.

The Toronto Blue Jays are back in the World Series for the first time in 32 years to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1; city officials are confident they are prepared to keep people safe as they converge on the Rogers Centre for the World Series; and, Ontario Premier Doug Ford's anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan causes U.S. President Donald Trump to cut off trade talks.

A former Canadian ambassador to the US weighs in on what's really going on with Ontario's anti-tariff ad, former president Ronald Reagan's own words and the current president's reaction.A Toronto faith leader says the city's decision to replace a homeless encampment outside her church with eight foot fences and a bunch of concrete blocks serves no one. One of the researchers behind new research on antidepressants hopes mapping out their varied side effects will help doctors and patients navigate a complicated pharmaceutical landscape. The PA announcer for tonight's Blue Jays Games got his start at a small radio station in northern Ontario ... and now his voice is the one sports fans inside the Rogers Centre will hear as the World Series gets underway. After an Anne of Green Gables doll becomes online famous, for not the best reasons -- the son of the artist who made it tells us what he thinks about its nickname: "Anne of Scream Gables." Water skiing squirrels aren't enough anymore. No, in this age of death-defying internet one-upmanship it takes a skateboarding pig to turn our heads. As It Happens, the Friday edition. Radio that promises never to be a boar.

JD opens with his thoughts ahead of Game 1 of the World Series in Toronto between the Blue Jays and the Dodgers, including the decision to start Trey Yesavage on Friday night at Rogers Centre (00:00). Adam Ottavino, former MLB reliever & host of Baseball and Coffee, joins the show to further break down Yesavage starting Game 1, the effect of Kevin Gausman pitching in Game 7 against the Mariners, how the Jays will have to use their limited left-handed arms in the bullpen, how Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt will factor into the series, the Blue Jays plan of attack against the Dodgers pitching staff, the impact of Bo Bichette potentially re-joining the team, and the Jays mindset against L.A. as heavy underdogs (10:49). After the break, JD touches on the Shohei Ohtani of it all, and gives his keys for the Jays to beat the Dodgers in Game 1 (47:34).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.

Chris Johnston was the first guest on today's show. He touched on his experience of being at Rogers Centre for the Springer Dinger, then gave his thoughts on game one of the World Series tonight. Then, it was all Oilers. He gave his thoughts on last night's game, what a full season of Jake Walman could look like, and what the hell is going on in Calgary?! It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day. MMMMMM That's Good was hit right after the break presented by The Italian Centre Shop! The Jays play their first game in the World Series in over 30 years! How good is that! What are you doing? Where are you watching? Our NFL Insider, Mike Garafolo capped off hour two with his thoughts on last night's Thursday nighter. He also touched on all the major headlines heading into Sunday.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with their biggest takeaways from World Series media day, including John Schneider announcing that Rookie Trey Yesavage will be starting Game 1 at the Rogers Centre. Then, Former Blue Jays World Series Champion and Baseball HOFer Jack Morris joins the show (11:05) to discuss his memories of winning the World Series in 1992 with Toronto, the pressure the Jays felt to win as opposed to the other WS winning teams he played with, how he thinks the Jays stack up against the defending champion Dodgers, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin throw it live to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts from the podium. Next, they talk to Yahoo MLB Insider Russell Dorsey (40:33) live from the Rogers Centre to discuss the breaking news surrounding Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia taking a leave of absence from the team ahead of the World Series due to a personal matter. They discuss his importance to the Dodgers, if this World Series is a “David vs. Goliath” matchup, 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.

JD takes a moment to discuss the market for World Series tickets in Toronto, the pricing amongst the secondary options, and the difficulty for true Blue Jays fans to get into the Rogers Centre for Game 1, before looking at his questions for the Jays heading into the Fall Classic (00:00). Jon Morosi, MLB Network insider, joins JD to chat about the World Series matchup between the Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers, Bo Bichette's apparent readiness to re-join the team at the biggest point of the season, the progression of George Springer's knee injury suffered in Game 5 against the Mariners, the challenge for the Blue Jays' starting pitchers against the Dodgers' loaded lineup, and where the Jays might have an advantage against the reigning World Series champions (17:29). After the break, JD breaks down the Raptors win in their season opener against the Hawks, and the stand-out play by Immanuel Quickley in the blowout (44:19).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 the Commissioner of Major League Baseball Rob Manfred (0:35) to chat about the current state of the game on the field and for audiences across all mediums and the world, the international stage being highlighted for the Fall Classic, how MLB approaches the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in L.A., Rogers Centre renos and Toronto's prospects of hosting an MLB All-Star weekend, the rule changes over the years and ABS coming in 2026 and the chance of expansion in Canada. Then, '93 World Series MVP and National Baseball Hall of Famer Paul Molitor stops by (29:38) to discuss the difficulties of reaching the final series in a playing career, memories of Joe Carter's walk-off homer, home-field advantage playing a role, and his advice to Trey Yesavage and other young players.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 stage is finally set. The Los Angeles Dodgers are back in the World Series, looking to defend their crown and become baseball's first repeat champion in 25 years. Standing in their way are the Toronto Blue Jays, back in the Fall Classic for the first time since 1993 when Joe Carter sent an entire country into celebration. This matchup has everything. The Dodgers have been steady, efficient, and in control from start to finish. The Blue Jays have been resilient and relentless, finding ways to win close games and rising to every challenge in October. It's experience against emotion. Power against contact. The sport's most complete team against one that has played its best baseball when it matters most. Game 1 is Friday night in Toronto. The Rogers Centre will be loud, the moment will feel heavy, and both teams have earned their place here.

When Julio Rodríguez homered at the Rogers Centre, Ned Boland did what every true Jays fan is expected to do—he threw the opposing team's ball back. But that act of fan solidarity got him booted from the stadium… and turned him into a folk hero. Ned joins John Oakley to share the chaotic (and hilarious) story of peer pressure, free beers, and a second set of tickets that got him back in just in time to catch the Jays' win. Then, a conversation with BrioTV's Bill Brioux explores John Schneider's post-game F-bomb and the broader question: are we just living in a cruder world now? What does it mean for live broadcasting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Game 7 hero George Springer, Game 7 closer Jeff Hoffman   For the first time in 32 years, the World Series is coming to Toronto.   The Blue Jays won the pennant, dropping the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in a winner-take-all Game 7 of the American League championship series on a dramatic three-run home run by George Springer, bringing them back from a 3-1 deficit.   After Springer went deep, Chris Bassitt pitched a perfect eighth and Jeff Hoffman struck out the side in order in the ninth to secure the victory, sending the Jays to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1993.   Both Springer and Hoffman join us from the post-game celebrations to talk about the historic win and this incredible Jays team, one that picked up its 101st win of the season on Monday night and will now take on the reigning champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in a World Series that begins at Rogers Centre on Friday night.   The mailbag will be back tomorrow, so send your thoughts to deepleftfield@thestar.ca.

Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson are all in the studio to break down a thrilling conclusion to the ALCS and to analyze the red-hot Los Angeles Rams. The Fall Classic matchup is officially set! The guys lead off the show by reacting to the Toronto Blue Jays' stunning Game 7 victory over the Seattle Mariners to win the American League pennant. It will be the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the Toronto Blue Jays for the World Series. Arash, Grant, and Anwar give their instant analysis of the matchup and an early preview of what to expect when the series kicks off this Friday at Rogers Centre. Then, the conversation shifts back to the gridiron. Coming off a dominant 35-7 win over the Jaguars in London, the Los Angeles Rams are looking like one of the top teams in the NFC at the season's midway point. But just how good are they? The crew debates if the Rams' performance is sustainable and whether they have the pieces to be a true Super Bowl contender. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi live from the Rogers Centre (1:26). They discuss what to expect in the Blue Jays' first Game 7 since 1985 and the Mariners' first in franchise history. They break down how this game will have a lasting impact on the younger generation of Blue Jays fans, the Jays getting help from across the roster, what to expect from Shane Bieber on the mound and how the bullpen could be handled, and much more. Then, Erik Swanson joins the show (28:30) to discuss his love for the Blue Jays, what it is like to play at the Rogers Centre in the fall, his time playing with Vladdy, his time playing with Cal Raleigh in Seattle, and much more. Finally, Ailish and Justin discuss Vladdy walking into the ballpark wearing an Auston Matthews jersey ahead of Game 7.  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 MLB Insider Jeff Passan joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (3:20) to chat about if the Los Angeles Dodgers care who they face in the World Series between the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays, Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s incredible offensive performance throughout October, and if his view on John Schneider as a manager changed after his pitching decision in Game 5. Then, we hear from George Springer on his experience playing Game 7s and manager John Schneider. Finally, Jeff and Kevin share the keys for the Jays in the do-or-die stage at Rogers Centre.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.

We are bringing you a quick post-Game 6 reaction from the Rogers Centre in the wee hours of Monday, October 20. A full reaction episode will be available before you start your day.

What a weekend for baseball. We went live Sunday night for Episode 111 to unpack a remarkable few days, from Shohei Ohtani's historic performance in Los Angeles to Toronto's season-saving win and a major development in San Francisco. On Friday, Ohtani delivered one of the most complete postseason performances in recent memory. He hit three home runs, struck out ten, and threw six shutout innings as the Dodgers swept the Brewers to clinch another National League pennant. Los Angeles continues to set the standard for sustained excellence, blending star power and player development in a way that few teams can match. It also raised one of the biggest questions we tackled on the show: are the Dodgers good for baseball, or are they proof of how wide the gap has grown between organizations that invest in winning and those that do not? By Sunday, the spotlight shifted to Toronto, where the Blue Jays refused to let their season end. In front of a roaring Rogers Centre crowd, they defeated the Mariners 6–2 to force a Game 7. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continued his outstanding postseason with his sixth home run, tying José Bautista and Joe Carter for the most in franchise playoff history. Rookie Trey Yesavage rose to the occasion with seven strikeouts in just under six innings, while Toronto's defense turned three double plays, including two with the bases loaded. The Blue Jays played crisp, confident baseball, taking advantage of Seattle's mistakes and controlling the game from start to finish. Meanwhile, out west, reports surfaced that Tennessee head coach Tony Vitello is finalizing a deal to become the next manager of the San Francisco Giants. If confirmed, it would make him the first college coach to step directly into a major league managerial position. It is a forward-thinking move from Buster Posey's front office, emphasizing leadership, communication, and culture over traditional experience. From Ohtani's brilliance and the Dodgers' continued dominance to Toronto's resilience and San Francisco's bold step into the future, this weekend captured everything that makes October baseball special.

If ever there was a time to use such a corny title for a podcast, it's now. The Blue Jays have brought the ALCS back to Rogers Centre—basically the best outcome imaginable after they lost games One and Two at home—but were unable to take a series lead along with them despite being the better team in their Game Five loss. More intensity awaits! But it didn't have to be this way...FOR AN AD-FREE VERSION OF THIS EPISODE AND TO UNLOCK ALL OF OUR PLAYOFF COVERAGE, SUPPORT US AT patreon.com/BJHH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

American League Championship Series - Games One and Two(3) Seattle Mariners (90-72) vs. (1) Toronto Blue Jays (94-68)For the first time in 24 years, the Mariners have reached the ALCS. After outlasting the Detroit Tigers in an epic 15 inning fifth game, Seattle looks to continue their magical season and secure their first ever American League Pennant. MVP candidates Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez provided plenty of spark in the ALDS, but it was veteran infielder Jorge "Top Gun" Polanco who came up with the clutch hits, not only the series clinching walk-off, but also two homers off of likely Cy Young Tarik Skubal. Manager Dan Wilson's electric pitching staff will have their hands full with the Blue Jays hitters, who have been the best in baseball since May. Vladdy, Jr. led the way in a dominant performance against the Yankees. Toronto's pitching may be a bit of a question mark heading into this series, but they did the job versus New York. Rogers Centre should be raring to go for game one.Toronto Radio SN 590 - Ben Shulman and Chris LerouxSeattle Radio KIRO - Rick Rizzs and Aaron GoldsmithNational League Championship Series Games One and Two(3) Los Angeles Dodgers (93-69) vs. (1) Milwaukee Brewers (97-65)Despite being the reigning World Series Champions and boasting a record shattering payroll, the Dodgers don't want to view this series as a “David vs. Goliath” matchup. The Brewers may be a small market team without notable superstars, but they were the best team in baseball for a reason. They play hard, they battle, and they force you to execute as an opponent. Still, the pure talent the Dodgers possess is imposing. With 3 MVPS in the lineup, a 2X Cy Young Winner on the hill, and then one of the best Japanese pitchers to ever come over stateside going in game two, it's no wonder Pat Murphy views this series as a challenge. It should be a great one.Los Angeles Radio AM570 - Stephen Nelson and Rick MondayMilwaukee Radio WTMJ - Jeff Levering, Lane Brindle, and Josh MaurerAudio clips from MLB.tvAs always, thank you to Baseball Reference and SABR for statistics, box scores, background information, and much, much more.Catch you next time,P.C.O.

The Seattle Mariners did a number on the Blue Jays at the Rogers Centre in games One and Two of the ALCS. The Jays now have a mountain to climb as the series shifts to the Emerald City, and need to get their bats going in a hurry. Vibes: Not good!FOR AN AD-FREE VERSION OF THIS EPISODE AND TO UNLOCK ALL OF OUR PLAYOFF COVERAGE, SUPPORT US AT patreon.com/BJHH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss at the hands of the Seattle Mariners to open the American League Championship Series. They break down John Schneider's decision to pull Kevin Gausman in the sixth inning, Bryce Miller's performance on short rest, and what caused Toronto's bats to fall silent in Game 1. The boys also touch on the crowd noise at Rogers Centre last night, and how it compared to the electric atmosphere during the ALDS. Caleb Joseph (22:35), former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, discusses how to attack Cal Raleigh at the plate, what went wrong for Brendon Little last night, and the scouting report for today's opposing starter, Logan Gilbert. Caleb also checks in on Raleigh's elite defence behind the plate and how to navigate bullpen usage throughout a seven-game series. The boys wrap up this hour with thoughts on John Schneider's pregame comments.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 welcome MLB Network reporter Jon Morosi to discuss the atmosphere at Rogers Centre for ALCS Game 1. They explore the decision to pull Gausman, the Jays' offensive struggles against Bryce Miller, the Mariners' clutch performance, bullpen strategies for Game 2, and Nathan Lukes' status impacting the lineup. They also chat with Adnan Virk (30:14) about Game 1 of the ALDS, expectations for Trey Yesavage, and whether the Blue Jays' offense might cool off after their success against the Yankees.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Anticipation is growing in both Israel and Gaza - as an exchange of the remaining Israeli hostages and Palestinians held in Israeli prisons is set to begin Monday morning. Meanwhile, world leaders are on their way the Egypt for an international peace summit.Also: Ottawa is expected to announce its second list of major nation-building infrastructure projects before the Grey Cup in Winnipeg next month. One of the potential projects is the 3-billion-dollar Kivalliq Hydro Fiber link. It would start in Manitoba - and connect western Nunavut to electric grids and high-speed internet. And: For the first time since 2016, the American League Championship Series is being played on this side of the border. The Toronto Blue Jays are hosting the Seattle Mariners tonight for Game 1. And there's a lot on the line for both teams. We'll take you to the field at Rogers Centre in Toronto.Plus: Taiwan caught in U.S.-China trade war, Global death report reveals some alarming new trends, Invasive weeds hurting Canadian farms, and more.

Guests: Chris Bassitt and Davis Schneider   The American League Championship Series begins tonight and for the first time since 1993, it's opening up in Toronto.   The Blue Jays are getting set to take on their expansion cousins, the Seattle Mariners, with the well-rested Kevin Gausman facing off against Bryce Miller, who will be pitching on three days' rest.   We're joined by Chris Bassitt, who talks about the sacrifices he made during the season that wound up costing him in September and October, but how missing playoff series doesn't matter to him as long as the Jays keep winning. Davis Schneider stops by as well, to tell us about getting a hit in his first playoff at-bat ever, at Rogers Centre in Game 2 of the ALDS, and in his first playoff at-bat at Yankee Stadium two days later.   Plus, as always, we open up the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca - keep those cards and letters coming!

Guests: Toronto Star baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm, Kim's Convenience/The Mandalorian's Paul Sun-Hyung Lee      It took a while, but the Toronto Blue Jays have an opponent in the American League Championship Series that begins Sunday night at Rogers Centre.   The Seattle Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in the decisive Game 5 of their American League Division Series, but it took them an all-time record (for a winner-take-all game) 15 innings to do it, which is certainly good news for the Jays, who were home and likely in bed watching things finish up just after 1:00 a.m. Eastern time.   We discuss the Jays-Mariners ALCS match-up with Gregor Chisholm and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, looking at how the short rest – and using three starting pitchers Friday night – might affect the M's as they try to get to the World Series for the first time in franchise history. For the Jays, it would be their first trip to the Fall Classic since 1993.   Will Cal Raleigh be Seattle's version of Aaron Judge? Will the Mariners have anything left after an exhausting, emotional series with the Detroit Tigers, especially after having to win 17 of 18 down the stretch just to win their division? What did the Jays prove to the baseball world with their win over the New York Yankees in their ALDS?   These questions and more will be answered, or at least will attempt to be answered, on this playoff bonus episode of Deep Left Field!   You can be part of the next episode by sending your questions and comments to the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca.

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, discuss their experience down at Rogers Centre as the Blue Jays opened up the ALDS against the Yankees, and the dominating performances as the Jays took a 2-0 series lead (00:00). The guys get into the historic showings from Trey Yesavage, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Daulton Varsho, the Blue Jays offensive production from the entirety of the lineup, the difference in Aaron Judge's play from the regular season to the playoffs, and the puzzling decisions made by Yankees manager Aaron Boone across both games. After the break, JD and Ben continue the conversation around the Blue Jays playoff victories, and the pitching plans ahead of Game 3 and 4 in the Bronx (38:15).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 break down the weekend's action, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home runs, the raucous atmosphere at Rogers Centre, and Trey Yesavage's sensational playoff debut. Afterwards, WFAN660's Keith McPherson (29:34) provides the Yankees' side of the weekend as we look ahead to Game 3. Afterwards, 2009 MLB All-Star Carlos Pena (50:10) discusses Guerrero Jr.'s incredible weekend, mental preparation for the postseason, Yesavage's stuff and more. Lastly, Yesavage's former coach at East Carolina, Cliff Godwin (1:15:54), joins to reflect on ways he knew the rookie pitcher was going to be special. 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.

Behind a performance from the ages by rookie Cam Schlittler, the Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series, becoming the first team to lose the first game of the three-game series and win the next two. Ahead of the AL Division Series opener in Toronto, YES Network's Meredith Marakovits and Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz take you into the clubhouse, with audio from the YES Network (and help from producer Blayke Scheer), as well as insight and analysis about everything that went on in the three games (and afterward!). Plus, Meredith and Jon get you ready for what should be a raucous start to the ALDS at Rogers Centre, where the Yankees and Blue Jays start things up on Saturday, Oct. 4. Remember: The New York Yankees Official Podcast goes weekly during the postseason for as long as the Yankees are alive. Don't miss an episode! This episode is brought to you by the 2026 Infiniti QX60. Luxury that refuses to follow. This episode is brought to you by Charles Tyrwhitt — style that hits it out of the park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Joe Siddall to tee up tomorrow's ALDS matchup between the Blue Jays and Yankees. They discuss what to expect from the Jays pitching staff, discuss the big questions surrounding each team in a pivotal game 1, and much more. Then, Former Blue Jay and current Angels Bench Coach Ryan Goins joins the show. They discuss his memories playing for the Blue Jays in the postseason including the “bad blood” the Jays had with their rivals, the role and mindset of the supporting cast of a playoff team, the fans at the Rogers Centre, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off discussing how the Yankees and Blue Jays stack up against one another. 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.