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Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour with more on the red-hot Toronto Blue Jays, who took three of four from the Red Sox and two of three from the Yankees despite averaging just 3.5 runs per game. They discuss whether the team's offensive success is sustainable, the overall lack of power, the importance of strong pitching, and this week's upcoming series against the Rays. The guys also chat about the Buffalo Bills opening their new stadium, the sight lines from around the field, and expectations for the upcoming season under a new coaching staff. After the break, Sportsnet.ca Blue Jays writer Shi Davidi (27:41) joins the show to discuss the Jays' recent offensive success. They get into the team's power problems, bullpen workload, Ricky Tiedemann's MLB debut, and how much further the team can go if they continue to struggle to score. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (2:01) ahead of the Jays series against the Yankees. They discuss if there is a since of urgency around the clubhouse heading into a crucial 9-game stretch starting tonight against the Yankees. Then, they discuss the breaking news that the Blue Jays are considering calling up a top prospect in Ricky Tiedemann as early as Saturday. They break down what his role would be and if he could be used in a bullpen role, a milestone week for Max Scherzer, the Stars around the AL who are having Vladdy-like seasons, the number of pitchers Toronto have had to use early on this month, and much more! Then, it's time for the Friday Free For All! Justin and Jesse go through the biggest storylines of the week in sports, including the Raptors' controversial schedule release video, Jayden Daniels cease and desist letter to LSU, and the biggest storylines that will dictate the NFL season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open this episode of The FAN Morning Show with a look ahead to this weekend's series between the Blue Jays and Yankees. The guys preview the elite starting pitching taking the mound in Toronto including Gerrit Cole and Cam Schlittler, while expressing their disappointment that we won't see a Cy Young duel with Dylan Cease not scheduled to pitch. Ben and Brent also chat about Major League Baseball's proposed salary cap and floor, before weighing in on last night's Field of Dreams game between the Twins and Phillies. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (22:05) stops by to share his takeaways from the Jays' four-game battle with Boston and help set the stage for tonight's clash with the Bronx Bombers. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to set up the Blue Jays series finale against the Red Sox, the positive stretch they've been on since the trade deadline, and the acquisition of Paul Sewald off waivers to bolster the bullpen. Then, Michael Baumann (22:08) of FanGraphs joins the show to discuss Jose Soriano's first home start as a Blue Jay, the NL wild card race heating up, and the effect of ABS on the season so far. Later, Bobby Wagner (49:41), host of the Tipping Pitches podcast jumps on with Blake to discuss the Mets disappointing season, the play of Juan Soto and Bo Bichette as the team looks ahead to 2027, before getting into the latest news surrounding baseball's labour negotiations. Finally, Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann (1:19:53) joins the show to discuss his return from injury, and development within the Blue Jays organization, before getting into his goals for the rest of the season and beyond. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brent Gunning and Sam McKee break down the Blue Jays' trade deadline with MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis and Sportsnet's Shi Davidi. Callis evaluates Toronto's returns, highlights the most exciting prospect acquired, discusses the decision to move top prospect Arjun Nimmala for José Soriano, and assesses the state of the Jays' farm system. Shi Davidi (27:06) weighs in on the deadline haul, Soriano's impact, the choice not to move players like George Springer or Shane Bieber, and what the moves say about Toronto's outlook. The hour wraps with Brent and Sam's post-deadline roster reaction. 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.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the 2026 MLB trade deadline in the books, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Blue Jays' moves, grade Ross Atkins' performance, and react to the flurry of deals finalized after the 6 PM cutoff, including the Padres' buzzer-beater acquisition of Casey Mize. Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (7:19) weighs in on the biggest surprises for the Blue Jays on deadline day, who will take Jeff Hoffman's leverage innings, the clubhouse vibe, and how the centrefield-duties will be split without Daulton Varsho. Later, Jeff and Kevin chat about where the Jays stand for the rest of 2026 and beyond and hear from manager John Schneider ahead of the Jays' series-opener against Varsho and the Astros. Finally, Jeff and Kevin wrap up the trade deadline edition with MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (35:56), who reflects on how the Jays went from the World Series to this point, Kevin Gausman's Toronto legacy, what they're getting in José Soriano, and the day's winners and losers. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Kevin Gausman's tenure in Toronto, the acquisition of Jose Soriano and what's ahead for the Blue Jays at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. Afterwards, Davy Andrews (22:09) of FanGraphs discusses Luis Garcia Jr. heading to the Yankees and why the Nationals like their return. Cody Stavenhagen of the Athletic pops in to reflect on Tarik Skubal's time with the Tigers and other moves on the horizon for Detroit. Eric Longenhagen (50:04) of FanGraphs gives the lowdown on the two prospects the Blue Jays traded Kevin Gausman for in Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman. MLB Insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays Reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:06:05) talks Toronto seemingly buying and selling at the deadline and who else could be moved before 6pm ET. Lastly, Craig Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus gives his take on Tarik Skubal joining the Dodgers and if LA is bad for baseball or simply lapping everyone.   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.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jesse Rubinoff and Kevin Michie kick things off with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi ahead of the Blue Jays series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals! They discuss how long the Jays can approach the market, if they are actively shopping their big names on the trade block, where Vladdy ranks amongst the MLB's big stars who are struggling, if the Jays can convince ownership not to sell with a strong weekend, and much more! Then, MLB insider Jim Bowden joins the show! They discuss what we can expect this weekend ahead of Monday's trade deadline, why it is a certainty that Skubal and other Tigers stars will be moved by Monday, why Mason Miller could end up staying put, which teams will dictate the deadline, Blue Jays and the AL East remaining wide open, 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 affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Co-host of Cardinal Territory and World Series Champion, Lance Lynn (5:00) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the St. Louis based-team's record, their projections before the season, Jordan Walker's growth, how the organization will approach the trade deadline and potentially build around Walker, navigating a trade deadline as a veteran player, and clubhouse dynamics in a losing season. Then, Sportsnet's MLB insider Shi Davidi stops by (29:02) to chat about the state of the Blue Jays heading into their final series before the trade deadline, whether he sees Jeff Hoffman on the move, if they'd consider moving their No. 2 prospect Arjun Nimmala, if Brandon Valenzuela will continue to be the team's backup catcher, and the clubhouse mood on the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee open the second hour by breaking down the Blue Jays' series-opening win over the Nationals. They touch on Max Scherzer's return from injury, his future with the club ahead of the trade deadline, and Andrés Giménez's long-term role. They also discuss a recent The Athletic ranking of every NHL team's biggest individual rival, debating whether Sam Bennett or Brad Marchand is Toronto's true top antagonist, while highlighting other notable omissions. Later, Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi joins the show to discuss Scherzer's trade outlook, the Blue Jays' deadline plans, the roster's expected post-deadline look, the future of the outfield and core group, and whether top prospect Arjun Nimmala could reach the majors this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Murphy is joined by Zach Worden of the Bird's Eye View Podcast to recap the weekend's action and review Sportsnet's “The Blue Jays Way” documentary series through three episodes. Tim Britton (26:44) of the Athletic provides the state of the Mets and what the Jays can get for a few of their players on the trade market. Afterwards, Blake takes your texts (49:57) on who could be available via trade, whether Alejandro Kirk could be moved, Kevin Gausman's future and more. Lastly, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (1:12:59) talks Gausman, Shane Bieber, the latest on Ricky Tiedemann and the details around Toronto signing some of their 2026 draft picks. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee open the second hour by reacting to comments from Mitch Marner's agent, Darren Ferris, about Marner's departure from Toronto. They discuss the ongoing attention surrounding the situation, Marner's future in Vegas, and if Toronto was ever the right fit for him. They also debate Ferris' claim that Marner was never protected in Toronto, before turning to break down the NHL's unbalanced schedule. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi joins the show (23:16) to discuss Toronto's surprising season, Daulton Varsho's defensive regression, the futures of Kevin Gausman, Max Scherzer, and George Springer ahead of the trade deadline, and the Blue Jays' most valuable trade assets heading into deadline week. 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. 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 kick off the week with a look back on the Blue Jays' series loss to the Chicago White Sox over the weekend. They discuss Shane Bieber's bounce-back, dwindling playoff chances, and why so many of the Jays' top players from 2025 have regressed in 2026. Then, they discuss the Joe Carter statue unveiling ceremony in honour of the Jays' World Series wins in 1992 and 1993, and reflect on the life and legacy of Duane Ward, who passed away on Sunday. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi stops by (29:06) to discuss reasons to hold out hope with the Rays coming to town, Brandon Valenzuela's workload, George Springer and Daulton Varsho's standing nearing the trade deadline, and Kevin Gausman's trade value. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daniele Franceschi and Zack Bodenstein wrap up the morning with Shi Davidi from Philadelphia, discussing the all-star game. They delve into Philly's reception, the home run derby format, and the game itself, covering topics like the long duration, the Blue Jays' performance, and John Schneider's management. They speculate on the Blue Jays' second half: will they find offensive strength and what will guide their trade decisions? Later, Sportsnet.ca World Cup writer John Molinaro (23:26) joins to discuss Spain's defensive solidity, their game control, and the challenges posed by England and Argentina. They consider Harry Kane's underrated talent and England's strategy to counter Messi, plus thoughts on World Cup expansion. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the second hour with Shi Davidi (2:19) live in Philly ahead of the MLB Midsummer Classic! They discuss what to expect from John Schneider's AL Squad, what starting means for Dylan Cease, whether Toronto will be getting an ASG down the road, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin go to the text line to hear the sports hills you will die on! They discuss the best hockey player of all time, Pennant winners getting championship rings, and much more. Then, they end things off with a post-ASG Blue Jays season preview and discuss which young NHL Stars might overtake Leo Carlsson's record-setting contract. 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 Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to discuss Jojo Parker's play in the 2026 Futures Game along with Cole Carlon, Will Brick and others taken by the Blue Jays in the 2026 MLB Draft. Jon Morosi (27:44) of the MLB Network previews tonight's Home Run Derby and where Toronto stands in the American League playoff race. Afterwards, Ben Clemens (51:06) joins to introduce FanGraphs' new Prospect Valuation Method and why it's useful in assessing talent. He also gives a sneak peak into his annual Trade Value Series ahead of the approaching MLB Trade Deadline (1:31:11). 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.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap a disappointing weekend series for the Blue Jays in Seattle, the offence going quiet, and why that could dictate the franchise's direction at the trade deadline. Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins the guys (29:57) to share his thoughts on the lack of scoring against the Mariners, why it's up to the players to perform to the best of their ability versus manager John Schneider shaking the lineup, concerns for Daulton Varsho, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. deciding to sit out the MLB All-Star Game, what's next for Shane Bieber after throwing just four innings in their loss to Seattle, and if the front office has a clear idea on what they need to add or remove from their pitching staff and hitting lineup.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the second hour by discussing the Maple Leafs' off-season so far. They break down the team's decision not to qualify Matias Maccelli, what it says about the team's new front office, and Troy Stecher's two-year extension. They also examine Montreal's trade involving Brandon Gallagher and discuss what it could mean for Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto. The conversation then shifts to Canadian men's national team manager Jesse Marsch. The guys get into his polarizing reputation, his connection with Canada, and debate whether a national team's coach needs to share its nationality. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins the show to discuss Bo Bichette's return, the likelihood of a long-term reunion with the Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s slump, the team's playoff outlook, and whether Kevin Gausman's recent struggles are cause for concern. 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 get set for the Blue Jays' series against the Mets as Bo Bichette makes his return to Toronto. They discuss the Jays being swept by the Rangers, Vladdy's continued struggles, the rotation starting to scuffle, Albert Pujols' recent comments on Vladdy's mechanics, the Alejandro Kirk/home run jacket incident on Saturday, and whether the Jays should start to consider a soft sell. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi stops by (35:35) to discuss the vibes heading into Toronto's series against the Mets, the recent discussion around Vladdy, Trey Yesavage's inconsistency, Addison Barger's injury setback, and whether the Jays should start thinking toward 2027 as the deadline nears. 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 Sportsnet's Shi Davidi, as they discuss the lead-up to John Schneider's ejection, Kevin Gausman's incredible Saturday start, and what comes with Shane Bieber's return. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (30:20) joins to talk about the state of the Red Sox's ahead of their series with the Jays. Later, Jake Mintz (51:15), Yahoo Sports baseball writer, talks with Blake about the College World Series, the NL Cy Young race, and other news around the MLB. Finally, Emmanuel Berbari (1:20:50), Yankees' post-game host on WFAN660, recaps the Jays' weekend series with the Yankees. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (10:20) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the Blue Jays' series opener against the Yankees. They break down the Jays' recent roster moves with Tyler Heineman being DFA'd, whether George Springer could be back in the outfield, Addison Barger's rehab progress, and the plan for Max Scherzer as Shane Bieber nears a return. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (31:11) stops by to share his thoughts on the Jays' season so far, what the Jays can expect from the Yankees' pitching, how the Yankees manage in Aaron Judge's absence, Ernie Clement's All-Star case, and why the Tigers shouldn't trade Tarik Skubal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Michael Grange, Sportsnet NBA reporter, to break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals! They discuss the level of concern in New York, Victor Wembanyama's performance, the free throw differential, and where the Knicks can improve heading into Game 4. The guys also chat about the Raptors extending GM Bobby Webster and what it means for this upcoming off-season in Toronto. After the break, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi shares his view on the Blue Jays' 5-2 loss to the Phillies last night. He questions if we reached the end of the line with Patrick Corbin's time in the rotation, what's behind George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles at the plate, and who will be the odd man out once Alejandro Kirk is ready to rejoin 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Shi Davidi (2:45) ahead of the Jays' series-opener against the Phillies! They discuss the Jays' recent play, the injured players returning this week, the Jays' catcher situation once Alejandro Kirk returns, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the biggest news across the sports world after a busy weekend. They begin by discussing Ailish's takeaways from The NHL Draft Combine. Next, they discuss the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock for their head coaching vacancy, the injuries Canada Soccer will have to overcome for the World Cup, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the second hour with a look back on reports of what was on the table for a potential Matthew Knies trade. They break down the rumoured package in return, how close the Maple Leafs were to striking a deal, and how Toronto's new front office might view Knies differently. The guys also examine the latest candidate in the Leafs coaching search: Dallas Eakins! They also touch on Dylan Larkin's trade request in Detroit and his potential fit in Toronto. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (29:04) weighs in on Chad Dallas' MLB debut, the importance of this weekend's series against the Orioles, the Jays' success against elite pitching, the latest on the players rehabbing in Buffalo, and Andrés Giménez's struggles at the plate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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

When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their incredible World Series run last season, there was plenty of hope that it was the start of what could be a dominant run by a stacked team. Fast forward to 2026, and Toronto finds itself in a bit of a sticky situation. Although, based on last year's success, all hope might not be lost just yet. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan Shusterman is joined by special guests Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi to break down what has gone wrong this year for the reigning American League champions and whether injuries are the main reason for their sluggish first two months. Even though the Blue Jays might be nine games back in the AL East, they currently hold a Wild Card spot, and with players returning from the IL, it still could be a very exciting summer in Canada. Also on this episode, Jordan and Ben talk about the remarkable turnaround season the Chicago White Sox are having, which sees them sitting just one game back in the AL Central while also occupying a Wild Card spot. Instead of being sellers at the deadline, they could find themselves as buyers. However, with the injury to rookie sensation Munetaka Murakami, will the White Sox be able to tread water until he returns? The guys then discuss the Seattle Mariners' use of piggyback pitching, the New York Yankees continuing to impress and their thoughts on the latest power rankings. 2:37 - The Opener: White Sox roll on 19:54 - Nationals also offering a turnaround 35:01 - Issues plaguing the Blue Jays 51:30 - State of Toronto pitching and hitting 1:09:27 - Around the League: Mariners pitching strategy 1:21:38 - Power rankings thoughts Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi to talk about Spencer Miles, what Jesus Sanchez has offered, Charles McAdoo getting called-up from Triple-A and more. Afterwards, Fangraphs' Jon Becker (30:13) breaks down where CBA negotiations stand. MASN's Melanie Newman (50:27) comes by to discuss Craig Albernaz's coaching performance in his first season with the Orioles, Chris Bassitt on Baltimore as he's set start vs. the Blue Jays tonight and the other starters on the O's. Lastly, Chris Colabello (1:15:13) joins to reflect on Toronto's postseason run the importance of hitting fastballs and 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Toronto Star contributor Damien Cox to discuss his article on the challenges faced by Canadian NHL teams. They explore the Canadiens' success, player preferences about playing in Canada, and the implications of Mitch Marner's playoff performance on Auston Matthews' future. They also analyze the hiring of John Chayka and its potential impact on the Leafs. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (31:01) provides updates on injuries to Dylan Cease and Vladdy Guerrero Jr., discussing their implications for the Blue Jays' lineup and rotation. 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 open the second hour by discussing José Berríos' undergo Tommy John surgery, ending his 2026 season. The guys reflect on his Blue Jays tenure and look back on how the trade that brought him to Toronto will be remembered. They also preview the Eastern Conference Final and debate the Hurricanes' future if they fall short again. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (28:49) joins the show from New York to discuss Trey Yesavage's ceiling, the Blue Jays' ongoing power struggles, concerns surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer, Berríos' future with the team, and the importance of earning a series split tonight. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the news that José Berríos has undergone Tommy John surgery before being joined by Pittsburgh general manager and former Blue Jays executive Ben Cherington (13:05) ahead of the Pirates' weekend series in Toronto. He shares his thoughts on the Pirates' season so far, Brandon Lowe's impact, how Konnor Griffin has adjusted to the majors, and Paul Skenes' elite mentality. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability. Finally, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (32:02) shares the latest on Alejandro Kirk's status, what the team expects from Trey Yesavage against the Yankees, Daulton Varsho's recent adjustment at the dish, the plan for Spencer Miles and the fifth spot in the rotation, and what the batting order might look like when the team is fully healthy. 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 wrap up the week with Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox, discussing the Golden Knights' advancement to the conference finals and their chances against the Avalanche. They assess Mitch Marner's playoff performance and the media's access to the Knights post-win. The conversation shifts to Auston Matthews' future with the Leafs—his captaincy, long-term commitment, and the implications of his potential departure. They also touch on the Leafs' decision to part ways with Craig Berube and who might be the next coach. After the break, Sportsnet Blue Jays insider Shi Davidi (28:40) joins to preview the Tigers series, addressing the team's struggling bats, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s need for power, and optimism for the new bullpen. 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.

A quarter of the way through the season, Shi Davidi (00:29) and David Singh (40:28) join Ben for wide-ranging conversations on the state of the Blue Jays and where they go from here. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open with thoughts on the future of Craig Berube behind the Maple Leafs bench. They debate whether a coaching changes unfairly shifts blame away from players and what factors could influence the team's decision moving forward. Later, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (27:00) joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' struggles in Tampa Bay. He touches on the team's offensive drought, George Springer's slow start, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s power expectations, before highlighting Kazuma Okamoto's emergence. They also discuss Dylan Cease's importance to the rotation, whether the Jays should have pushed harder for Cody Bellinger in the offseason, and this weekend's pivotal series against the Angels. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' split series against the Minnesota Twins. They discuss John Schneider's decision to bench Tyler Heineman, Kazuma Okamoto's hot streak, and whether Dylan Cease's pursuit of efficiency is compromising his strikeout stuff. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi joins the show (27:18) to help tee up the Jays' series against the Rays in Tampa and discuss Heineman's benching, George Springer's tough luck in the batter's box, and what the lineup might look like when the team is back healthy. 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 Trey Yesavage's return from injury, what to expect from him, and how his presence could impact the Blue Jays' rotation and overall outlook. They also react to comments from Elliotte Friedman on the Maple Leafs' front office search, focusing on Mats Sundin's potential role and what direction the organization may take. Later, Sportsnet insider Shi Davidi (25:47) joins the show to further break down Yesavage's return, the state of the rotation amid injuries, and the Blue Jays' offensive approach, including the rise and value of Ernie Clement. 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 reacts to the Raptors tying up their first-round series 2-2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shi Davidi, MLB columnist and Sportsnet Jays reporter, talks about Jeff Hoffman's ousting as the closer, the plan with Trey Yesavage this week, how Kazuma Okamoto is finding himself, and the team's current chemistry. JD closes the hour talking about the most exciting Stanley Cup playoff 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' 5-2 win to kick off their series against the Los Angeles Angels. They discuss Jeff Hoffman's ninth-inning outing, Dylan Cease's performance and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. breaking his homer drought. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi joins the show (25:09) to discuss the Jays' plan for Hoffman and the ninth inning, Vladdy starting to turn a corner with his power, how the roster will change when George Springer returns, and Eric Lauer's comments about the opener. 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.

After a series loss in Milwaukee, Ben checks in with Shi Davidi to discuss the state of the Jays (00:41) before talking with David Singh about Myles Straw – and throwback jerseys (36:03). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Shi Davidi (1:00) live from the Ball Park ahead of the Jays series against the Twins. They discuss what to expect from the new Blue Jays pitcher, Patrick Corbin, the most concerning stats for Toronto so far this season, how the team can improve their issues with RISP, and much more. Then, it's the Friday Free For All! Ailish and Justin go through the biggest storylines around the sports world, including what could be Ovi's last matchup against Crosby, the Masters, Scott Oake set to retire after his final After Hours On HNIC, the NHL playoff spots and playoff positioning up for grabs, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays' slow start to the season with Sportsnet reporter Shi Davidi. They analyze issues with defense and the offense's struggles with runners in scoring position. The conversation shifts to pitching, addressing rotation injuries and bullpen options. After the break, author Alan Shipnuck (24:23) joins to talk about Rory McIlroy as the defending Masters champion, his surprising win, and expectations for the upcoming season. Ben and Brent also share their thoughts on Rory's prospects at Augusta. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker check in with the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of their World Series rematch against the Dodgers after being swept by the Chicago White Sox. They discuss the team's early-season offensive woes, Brendon Little being DFA'd to Triple A, the Jays' plan in Alejandro Kirk's absence, and Addison Barger's underwhelming start. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (27:44) stops by to share his impressions of the Jays through three series, the implications of the Patrick Corbin signing, Kazuma Okamoto's adjustments, and Barger's usage. Finally, Jeff and Kevin share expectations for Max Scherzer in the Jays' opener against the Dodgers. 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 hour by discussing some potential candidates for the Maple Leafs' next general manager. They touch on the idea of pursuing executives already under contract and investigate what that could mean for rumored frontrunner Doug Armstrong. The guys also chat about Toronto's recent trade deadline decisions, pressure within the organization, and other teams mentioned in Keith Pelley's press conference. Later, Ben and Brent rejoice about the return of goalie fights with Igor Shesterkin and Jacob Markström dropping the gloves. After the break, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (25:25) joins to analyze Max Scherzer's strong season debut, the Blue Jays' rotation depth amid injuries, the bullpen's reliability, and his first impressions on the Automated Ball-Strike system. 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.

Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off hour 2the guys are joined by Olympic Gold medalist & Flames Colour Analyst on SN 960, Meaghan Mikkelson! Meaghan and the guys dive right into the Flames 4 game win streak and the debate around building culture vs. draft lottery positioning! Then Meaghan breaks down some of the biggest individual storyline's within the Flames as the season winds down.   (19:49) Later on, the guys are joined by Baseball Columnist for Sportsnet, Shi Davidi! Shi helps us preview the Blue Jays season as it kicks off tomorrow! He starts by discussing the upgrades to Rogers Centre, then he gets into the subtractions and additions to the team compared to last year 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Shi Davidi (1:10), following Ross Atkins and John Schneider getting contract extensions with the Toronto Blue Jays. They break down the importance of locking up key personnel, the big roster decisions and cuts from the Blue Jays, the last two battles to make the Jays roster, and much more. Then, Adam Stanley joins the show ahead of the TGL Finals (30:43). They break down what we have seen in Year 2 of the TGL, and much more. Finally, Ailish and Justin discuss the state of the NCAA. 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with MLB Network's Jon Morosi live from LoanDepot Park In Miami ahead of the WBC Finals! They break down how Venezuela got to the finals taking out Japan in the process, their victory over Italy last night, the expectation Team USA faces heading into the finals, what to expect from Nolan McLean, and much more. Then Ailish and Justin discuss Jack Hughes wanting the Olympic Golden Goal Puck from the Hall Of Fame. Then, Shi Davidi joins the show to discuss the WBC Finals, the Blue Jays that could emerge victorious at the WBC, Canada's result, 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 affiliate.

Kevin Barker re-joins Jeff Blair from sunny Dunedin, Florida to chat about last weekend's World Baseball Classic action. They outline how Team USA paved their way to the finals, the controversial call to end the Dominican Republic's tournament run, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s explosive play. Kevin then shares the latest from Blue Jays spring training including Max Scherzer's strong start, how the rotation is shaping up with less than two weeks until Opening Day, and Daulton Varsho's strides made at the plate early on. After the break, Jeff shares his biggest takeaways from WBC so far, before Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (28:08) joins the conversation. He chats about the buy-in from players in this year's tournament, why the Automated Ball-Strike system was not implemented, and the impact of Team Canada's run. 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.

It's been a huge week for Canadian Baseball. Shi Davidi joins Ben to talk about what Canada's big win means (00:34), what it's like at the WBC (14:27) and what to expect against Team USA (32:15). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show setting up this afternoon's Blue Jays game against the Atlanta Braves with José Berríos taking the mound. They sort through the lineups for today's game and detail how the bullpen is shaping up, before moving on to discuss tonight's World Baseball Classic matchup between Canada and Puerto Rico with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (12:21). They dive into the strengths and weaknesses of Team Canada's squad and outline their path to the quarterfinals. David Samson (28:22), former MLB executive and host of Nothing Personal, chats about the business side of the WBC, the best stories from the tournament so far, Randy Arozarena and Cal Raleigh's moment at home plate, 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with the latest news and rumours from Elliotte Friedman and what we could see from the Leafs heading into tomorrows NHL trade deadline, how the Leafs fared in the Nic Roy return, and more. Then, Frank Seravalli joins the show to discuss the latest he is hearing from Rasmus Ristolainen on the trade front, which goalie is most likely to be moved, if the Oilers got better with the addition of Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach, and more. Then, live from Puerto Rico, Shi Davidi joins the show to tee up the World Baseball Classic for team Canada, what the expectations are for Canada, the future of the WBC, and much more. Ailish and Justin end thing off teeing up the Raptors game against the Timberwolves.   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.