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Hour 3 of the Big Show with Matt Rose and GVP is on demand! to kick off the hour the guys are joined by the Host of Flames Talk on Sportsnet 960 the FAN, Pat Steinberg! Pat tells us about what he's been getting up to this summer whilst he's been away on Vacation. We then touch on some Flames off season topics.(22:28) later on the guys are joined by Sportsnet Blue Jays Writer Shi Davidi, Shi helps us preview this big series with the LA Dodgers! Then we do the Speargrass Golf Show with Olympian Cassie Campbell-pascal! Cassie tells us about the current state of her golf game and how excited she is to be involved in the Legends of Hockey at the Rogers Charity Classic!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 Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Dan Shulman (1:44) ahead of Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw's heavyweight tilt. They discuss the matchup between the two future hall of fame pitchers and how each has looked so far this season, the Dodgers not looking like themselves recently, what to expect at Dodgers Stadium, and much more. Then, following Victoria Mboko's historic win at the National Bank Open, Sportsnet's Danielle Michaud (14:13) joins the show to discuss the scenes from Montreal, what she noticed from Mboko throughout the tournament, Osaka's reaction during the finals, and much more. Then, former Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar (32:31) joins the show ahead of the Dodgers series. They discuss what it is like to face off at the plate against Clayton Kershaw and how he has reinvented himself in the later stages of his career, if Toronto will carry momentum from their record setting series against the Rockies into their series against L.A., and more. Then, they discuss his time with the Blue Jays and what it was like as the team began to find major success, the different roles on contending teams, 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider (2:05) ahead of the team's weekend series in LA. He shares an update on George Springer, Andrés Giménez, and Anthony Santander, the ideal goal Shane Bieber will need to reach before a return to the Majors, balancing playing time for his infielders and managing tough decisions, how he views this matchup against the World Series champs, Vladdy's effectiveness at the plate and how Alejandro Kirk has adjusted to catching new pitchers. Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by (36:25) to chat about his expectations for Max Scherzer against the Dodgers, how Jays' pitching matches up against Dodgers' hitting, Schneider's options out of the pen, and whether Bo Bichette will strive against the champs.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 Brook Ward, this episode dives into the BC Lions' impressive road win in Hamilton and celebrates Vickie Mboko's breakout victory in Montreal. Brook also welcomes Pat Steinberg from Sportsnet 960 to break down the Calgary Flames' upcoming season. What are the expectations for the team? Can Dustin Wolf build on his standout rookie campaign? Plus, Brook offers sharp analysis on Naomi Osaka's recent loss and questions surrounding her sportsmanship. 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.

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon, Peter Klein, and Shan Virjee continue their NFL Divisional Previews as they dive into the AFC West! The guys make their over/under win total predictions, get you caught up on each team's biggest additions and losses, and how they expect to see the division stack up!(32:02) Ailish Forfar is back on the show, sharing her thoughts about the Jays upcoming series against the LA Dodgers, what these three games mean, and the phenomenal pitching matchup! Plus, how she feels about the impact of young star Victoria Mboko on the future of Canadian tennis.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.  Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

On hour two of Sportsnet Today Logan Gordan and Peter Klein talk the Stampeders upcoming game against the Blue Bombers with Matty Rose. Giving us the latest on the Vernon Adams Jr., Clark Barnes, the defensive line, and the strong front end of Winnipeg.(23:18) The guys bring you another edition of Textline Takeover! Logan, Peter and Shan take your questions, topics and comments surrounding everything from donuts, NFL favourites, the Flames, and even thumb wars!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to recap his time at the National Bank Open semi-finals, before attempting to rank the most athletic sports across the world. Then, the guys get into their takeaways from the historic Blue Jays series against the Rockies, including the continued depth down the lineup, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. starting to find his power stroke since the All-Star break (00:00). Later, JD and Ben shift their attention to the Blue Jays pitching staff as they start to project who should be a part of a potential playoff rotation, what goes into that decision for the Jays' coaching staff, and whether or not Eric Lauer has earned himself a spot with his performance this season (31:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben and Brent start Thursday's program with thoughts on the Blue Jays' historic series sweep in Colorado. The finale ended 20-1 in favour of Toronto, as they set club records with runs and hits in a three-game series, as well as some modern era MLB milestones. The duo look back on Kevin Gausman's impressive outing and what it says about him in the rotation's "trust rankings". They also break down Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s numbers in this series, as well as his lengthy on base streak, to debate if this is the month we've been waiting for from him. Speaking of historic, the morning pair take some time to discuss Canadian teenage tennis sensation, Victoria Mboko, rallying yesterday to punch her ticket to the National Bank Open Final on home soil (26:05). They also dissect Roman Anthony's contract extension with the Red Sox and if it has any ramifications for the Jays, before sharing a quick preview of the PGA Tour playoffs that start today.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 reset on the Blue Jays to start the second hour. On an off day, the hosts dive into a couple players currently on the injured list and inquire about when they may return. The duo start with George Springer, who is still waiting to get into a rehab game, and wonder if it's the team just being cautious or if should we start to be concerned about the delay. They look at how important he has he been to the Jays this season and discuss if a layoff could set back his resurgent season. B&B then get into Andrés Giménez, who also should be returning soon, and debate where he fits, his role on this team, and if he could disrupt the good vibes of the position players in the lineup now. To close the hour, the a.m. boys check in with MLB Network's Jon Morosi (24:45). The insider share his thoughts on the injured Jays, before discussing the questions Toronto has about their playoff rotation and Roman Anthony's contract extension in Boston.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.

Brook Ward breaks down the Blue Jays' explosive 20-1 win over the Rockies and what it means for the AL East race. Elias Pettersson opens up about his goals for a bounce-back season, but questions linger about his leadership timing. Alex Adams joins to talk Ottawa Senators momentum, Brady Tkachuk's future, and goaltending upgrades. Plus, BC Lions President Neil McEvoy reflects on last week's collapse and previews their matchup against Hamilton. 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.

On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon, Peter Klein, and our Thursday regular Adnan Virk talk about the Jays series sweep over the Rockies, and their upcoming series against the LA Dodgers. Virk tells us why this upcoming series will be crucial in gauging where the Jays actually are in terms of ability and play in all aspects. Plus, Virk shares his thoughts about Shohei Ohtani recording his 1000th hit as did Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber. (21:23) Matty Rose gives us a Thursday edition of the Stamps Report heading into this weekend's matchup against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Rose brings us the latest update on Vernon Adams Jr. and Clark Barnes, who was injured in Week 5 of the season against Winnipeg, spraining his ankle on a receiving touchdown. Plus, hear from Barnes at practice when he spoke to media about how he's feeling.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon and Peter Klein look back at the historic series for the Toronto Blue Jays as they demolish the Colorado Rockies with 63 hits, 45 runs, and a +39 run differential! The guys bring their thoughts on how the Jays stack up against the top teams in MLB, and what they're expecting in their next series against the Dodgers.(26:19) The guys continue their NFL Division Previews as they move to the AFC North! They take a look at the Ravens, Bengals, Browns, and Steelers and debate how they see the division stacking up in the 2025 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

JD tempers his excitement around the Blue Jays following back-to-back dominant victories over the Rockies in Colorado, and breaks down the latest in the AL East with the Red Sox and Yankees continuing to move in different directions (00:00). 15-year MLB pitcher, Adam Ottavino, joins the show to chat about his career, changes in technology in baseball over the years, and the importance of comradery on a baseball team, before diving into the Yankees' struggles, coming back from Tommy John surgery, how it relates to new Blue Jay Shane Bieber, and his experiences playing with current Blue Jays Chris Bassitt, Max Scherzer, and George Springer (6:34). Later, JD expresses that he's ready for football season, touching on the premiere of the Bills' season of Hard Knocks, as well as some training camp news (43:46).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 things off with thoughts on the red-hot Toronto Blue Jays! They dive into last night's blowout win over the Rockies, this time powered by five home runs to bring the Jays' total runs in this series up to 25. The hosts discuss if Toronto has again found their offensive mojo, or if it is just the Coors Field effect. The duo focus in on Daulton Varsho, who hit a pair of home runs along with a two-run double, and discuss how he has re-inserted himself as a major component in the lineup. B&B also touch on Joey Loperfido, who had to leave the game after getting drilled in the knee by a fastball, to chat about his importance to this team now. Finally, they talk about last night's starter, José Berríos, and where he falls in the rotation's "trust chart". To close the hour, the a.m. boys get into Chris Boucher's Raptors legacy, Shedeur Sanders' preseason opportunity in Cleveland, and what the most optimistic outlook is for the LIV tour.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 reset on the Blue Jays to look at some of the key players who should be considered as part of the "core" moving forward. B&B key in on four specific guys, before turning their attention to the starting rotation to debate how the postseason starters will be determined. Will order simply be based on merit down the stretch of the season, or will other factors impact who gets the ball? Later on, the a.m. duo pick the brain of former Blue Jays General Manager, J.P. Ricciardi (22:35)! They discuss Toronto's "World Series or bust" 2025 season, how to manage the egos within a starting rotation, and the importance of evaluating and trusting your instincts on players in their 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.

JD starts the week with thoughts on the Blue Jays' dominant victory over the Rockies after losing the previous series to the Royals, and the Yankees' struggles as they attempt to make up ground on Toronto, before getting into the recent heroics of Bo Bichette (00:00). Jim Bowden, MLB insider and former GM, joins the show to break down the Blue Jays' moves at the trade deadline, notably the Shane Bieber acquisition from the Guardians, how the Jays should approach the rotation with the emergence of Eric Lauer, the additions to the bullpen, the question of whether or not Bichette will re-sign in Toronto, and the front office's strategy to continue improving the farm system (7:51). Later, JD touches on the Maple Leafs settling with Nick Robertson on a one-year contract ahead of his arbitration hearing, and where the Leafs' bottom-six is headed next season (37:11).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 affiliates.

Ben and Brent reset on the Blue Jays to begin their second hour looking specifically at the team's starters. After stellar starts from Max Scherzer and Eric Lauer over the Canadian long weekend, plus Shane Bieber looking good in his first outing for the organization in Buffalo, the hosting duo tells us who their postseason rotation would be and why. The duo then turn their attention to a mid-summer check in with the Leafs after the team came to terms with Nick Robertson on a one-year deal to avoid arbitration. They also get into Elliotte Friedman's report that Toronto has moves to make before the regular season and break down what that could look like. Former Maple Leafs GM, now NHL analyst and host, Gord Stellick (28:35) shares his thoughts on what Nick Robertson's role will be moving forward and what moves Brad Treliving could be looking at before the puck drops.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 are back on the airwaves to chat about the Blue Jays, who seemed to find their game last night in Colorado as they beat the Rockies 15-1 with 25 hits as a team. The hosts dive into why yesterday's “get right” game was much needed by Toronto against MLB's lowliest team. They get in another good start from Eric Lauer, Daulton Varsho's first home run since returning, and of course, Bo Bichette, who remains red hot since the All-Star break. B&B also have a spirited debate on what expectations should be for the club's superstar, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. In the back end of the hour, the a.m. duo check in with Jensen Lewis (29:00), former MLB pitcher and now co-host of VSiN By the Books. The multi-Emmy Award winning host and analyst weighs in on the Blue Jays, their starting rotation, the addition of Shane Bieber at the deadline, and if the American League East is theirs for the taking.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.

Brook Ward dives into a jam-packed Sportsnet Today, breaking down the BC Lions' tough loss to Hamilton and their shot at redemption in the rematch. Giulio Caravatta joins to dissect defensive woes and officiating missteps, while Tyler Zickel highlights the Canadians' road success and the buzz around Nat Bailey Stadium's 75th anniversary. Plus, Brook celebrates legendary sports nicknames and weighs in on the Blue Jays' playoff push. From CFL drama to MLB momentum, it's a full-field sprint through Vancouver's sports scene. 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.

An update on Canada's approach to Palestine and an in-depth discussion of the Hockey Canada Trial and why the coverage isn't reckoning with the deeper issues within our national sport. Arshy Mann co-hosts. Host: Noor AzriehCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Lucie Laumonier (Associate producer and Fact Checking) Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Arshy MannPhoto: Noor AzriehAdditional music by Audio Network Further reading: Canada plans to recognize Palestinian state in September | CBC NewsCOMMONS: Hockey - CANADALAND [Podcast]#1162 Inside the Lurid Hockey Canada Trial - CANADALAND [Podcast]Opinion | Judge in Hockey Canada sex assault trial came out swinging in her verdict, and she got it right - Toronto StarCourt worked as it's designed to in the Hockey Canada case. That's the problem, survivors and lawyers say | CBC News Sports fans 'flabbergasted' after Sportsnet announces double-digit price hike | CBC NewsRogers aims to dominate Canadian sports scene with NHL media rights extension - Sports Business JournalOntario ordered five Toronto safe injection sites to close. Here's what's been happening on the streets since then - Toronto Star Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at https://douglas.ca/canadalandSquarespace: Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 2 of The Big Show with matt Rose and GVP is on demand! To kick off hour 2 the guys are joined by the  host of Blue Jays Central on Sportsnet, Jamie Campbell! Jamie breaks down what he liked and didn't like from the blue Jays at the trade deadline. Then Jamie gets into the rest of the regular season for the Jays starting with their series against the Royals tonight!(21:02) Later on, the gang is joined by writer for the Athletic, Scott Wheeler! Scott tells us all about team Canada at the World Junior Summer Show Case in Minneapolis! he tells us about the turnover in the hockey Canada front office, and how the team is shaping up going into next year. Then Scott gives us some news about the Flames prospects at the camp including Zayne Parekh, Cole Reschny and others!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. 

JD shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays activity at the MLB Trade Deadline, and reflects on the players moved out and acquired by Toronto during a busy day in baseball (00:00). Then, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to break down yesterday's excitement, the Blue Jays' strategy at the deadline, other options that may have been on the table for Toronto, before diving into the specifics of the team's newest reliever Louis Varland and some of the other bigger transactions around the league (15:58). Later, JD reflects on the deadline and questions whether or not the Blue Jays truly did enough, and what could've been more exciting (48:04). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the additions of Shane Bieber, Ty France and Louis Varland. Sportsnet's Chris Black (27:14) discusses what his deep dive into Shane Bieber revealed. Hannah Keyser (51:25) of The Bandwagon Substack provides her thoughts on the Padres and Mariners going for it. After, Levi Weaver (1:15:15) of The Athletic recaps the trade deadline and looks at the state of the MLB.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Veteran NHL broadcaster and former Sportsnet executive John Shannon joins Brenden Escott for an in-depth conversation on the state of the National Hockey League. They explore the league's direction under Gary Bettman, potential expansion markets, challenges with officiating consistency, and how the NHL can better market its stars. Shannon also weighs in on the media landscape surrounding the sport, how broadcasts can evolve in the streaming age and what the next five years could look like for hockey's top league. A must-listen for fans who want more than just the box scores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Brent debate whether there's any holes left in the Toronto Blue Jays roster following their deadline additions of Shane Bieber, Louis Varland, Seranthony Domínguez, and Ty France. They acknowledge that a right-handed threat at the plate and another bullpen arm would have took Ross Atkins' deadline from good to great. The duo then break down the expectations for Shane Bieber in Toronto, and question whether exiting Blue Jays, Alan Roden and Will Wagner, will be missed. Later, the hosts are joined by Chris “Mad Dog” Russo (24:43), of Mad Dog Sports Radio on Sirius XM. Chris provides his perspective on the Jays' additions relative to those made by the New York Yankees, compares the quality of contenders in the American League and National League, and highlights the New York Mets as a team set up for long term success.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 open Friday's show reacting to the Toronto Blue Jays adding Shane Bieber, Louis Varland and Ty France before yesterday's MLB Trade Deadline came to pass. They weigh the potential upside and risks that comes with acquiring Bieber, the 2020 Cy Young winner, from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for pitching prospect Khal Stephen. Then, they move onto Ross Atkins' deal with the Minnesota Twins which saw reliever Louis Varland and first basemen Ty France head to Toronto, while sending back Alan Roden and Kendrys Rojas. The duo discusses what Varland brings to the bullpen, the importance of having him under control through 2030, and whether France's track record makes him an enticing depth bat addition. Afterwards, B&B turn their attention to other moves made across MLB. They begin in the AL East, where the New York Yankees beefed up their bullpen with David Bednar and Camilo Doval, meanwhile the Boston Red Sox came up short in their pursuit of Twins ace Joe Ryan, one of few names that weren't sold off by Minnesota. They conclude the hour touching on the San Diego Padres and General Manager A.J. Preller, who loaded up his roster with five deals involving 22 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.

Bik and Israel dig into Canada's Olympic camp roster, trade drama across the MLB and NFL, and Sarah Nurse joins to discuss her Vancouver debut, and the electric rise of the PWHL. Chelsea Janes joins and shares her thoughts on the MLB trade deadline moves.     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.

In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), plus they chat the state of Canadian tennis and the latest from the National Bank Open with Sportsnet tennis reporter Mike Koreen (26:09). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

JD is joined on MLB Trade Deadline day by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to discuss the importance of the Blue Jays' win over the Orioles as they salvage the series, and the expectations of the Jays front office to acquire another impact player (00:00). They dive into the options for the Blue Jays to improve their roster, the prospects that should or shouldn't be traded, their concerns with the current rotation of starting pitchers, and the top priority that is improving the bullpen. Then, JD and Ben react to the news that the Blue Jays have acquired 2021 Cy Young winner, Shane Bieber, from the Cleveland Guardians, who is in the middle of a rehab assignment as he recovers from Tommy John Surgery (38:31).  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 wrap up their trade deadline special touching on the Blue Jays' last acquisitions with reliever Louis Varland and first basemen Ty France from the Minnesota Twins, before putting a bow on Toronto's deadline moves, if the team's roster has significantly improved, and how they compare to the New York Yankees after improving their bullpen. Then, they bring on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (20:35) to chat about the Jays transitioning into a 6-man rotation, how Ty France can help the roster, how the Jays stack up to New York's roster, and where Varland slots in during a game. Then, Jeff and Kevin end the show with the Back-Leg Line with listeners' thoughts on how the Blue Jays' trade deadline went. 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.

In the second hour of Jays Talk Plus, Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Jon Becker to discuss Shane Bieber's trade to the Toronto Blue Jays and the potential for more moves before the 6 PM deadline. They also re-evaluate the Blue Jays' acquisition of Seranthony Domínguez. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (23:24) from Sportsnet joins to explore other trade possibilities for Toronto, focusing on their need for relievers versus position players, and recap the Jays' series finale against the Orioles.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.

Davy Andrews, writer at FanGraphs and member of The Subway Ghosts, joins Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz to help recap the flurry of trades from this morning. He checks in on the Twins' stance in the trade market as the deadline quickly approaches, before sharing what it's like covering today's news and his thoughts on the Blue Jays' moves so far. TheScore's Brandon Wile (14:11) tags in to discuss A.J. Preller's track record of multiple transactions after acquiring Mason Miller and J.P. Sears, the Red Sox' lack of moves, and Shane Bieber's immense upside. Matt Gelb (30:55), Phillies beat writer for The Athletic, stops by to chat about Philadelphia's acquisition of Jhoan Duran, the pieces sent to Minnesota in exchange, and the prospects to watch in the Phils' system. Blake and Julia wrap up with some text-line questions!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 rides solo into the final hour of today's MLB Trade Deadline special. Jonah Birenbaum, senior editor at TheScore, joins the conversation to discuss Toronto's acquisition of Shane Bieber, the best names still on the board, and his favourite deadline moves in Blue Jays history. Anthony Recker (21:38), former big leaguer and current MLB Network analyst, shares what it's like as a player ahead of the trade deadline, the Mets' work to reshape their bullpen, the National League East arms race, and more! Blake wraps today's program reading more of your texts with only four hours to go until the deadline (32:35).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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

Ben and Brent get back into Major League Baseball on trade deadline day with some expectations for the Blue Jays. The hosts ask how fans would reacts if Toronto's only move was adding Seranthony Domínguez. Does that undo any of the good will that the front office has built up this season? They debate if this is the season to go “all-in”, before taking a look at who the Jays could face in the postseason. Should that impact the decisions they're making today? B&B also discuss the cutoff point in the standings this year between buyers and sellers. Sportsnet's MLB insider, Shi Davidi (23:50), joins the guys to share his view on what the Blue Jays might do today, some specific targets they could have in their sights, and some under the radar moves that could make the difference.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.

 Bik Nizzar and Israel Fehr break down the MLB Trade Deadline with guest Jared Diamond, as the Blue Jays add Shane Bieber and the Padres go all-in. The Athletic's NHL contract rankings spark debate—Jack Hughes leads the best, while the Canucks stay off both lists. Nate Davis joins to preview the NFL season, with the Eagles on top and the Jaguars as a potential sleeper.   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.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing the MLB trade deadline and the Blue Jays' plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Jensen Lewis from By the Books covering the MLB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JD returns from his vacation to break down the Blue Jays' struggles amid their four-game losing streak, including two losses in a double-header to the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, and looks into the trade for reliever Seranthony Domínguez from those same Orioles (00:00). Then, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins the show to dive deeper into the trade, what the Blue Jays still need to do ahead of Thursday's trade deadline, the projected hierarchy of the bullpen should they add another arm, the remaining options in the starting pitching market, and the rumours surrounding some position players the Blue Jays could be interested in acquiring, before giving an update on some of the injured players on the roster (7:46). Later, JD looks ahead to the deadline with interest as he questions wo Toronto will add (46:51).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 start the show with thoughts on the Blue Jays, who got swept in their double-header in Baltimore yesterday against the Orioles. The hosts break down the games and discuss how much the team is missing Alejandro Kirk and George Springer, along with the importance on Eric Lauer's five-inning start. The duo dive into Toronto's first trade of this deadline and the oddities that come from swapping players with the team you're playing in a double-header. To close the hour, the pair revisit Scottie Scheffler's comments before his recent U.S. Open win and how Tom Brady reacted to it (33:08).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 continue the Blue Jays talk and reset on their first deal ahead of the trade deadline; acquiring Seranthony Domínguez from the Baltimore Orioles. The hosts discuss making an inner-division trade and what else could be on the table for Toronto. The duo dive into some of the reports out there, which teams will be busy, and who the big fish are within the market. They focus on the Blue Jays' front office tendencies and how much they should be “all in” this year. Jon Morosi (23:05) of MLB Network shares what working the deadline is like for him, if trading inside your own division is less taboo today, and what he believes the Jays will do in the next 36 hours. The trio then look around the league and what teams could make the most impact if they decide to sell.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 & Brent wrap up Wednesday discussing the Blue Jays' current losing streak and the urgency of a win against the Orioles to avoid a sweep. They welcome Dan Shulman, the TV voice of the Jays on Sportsnet, to analyze the team's struggles, missing players, and a strained bullpen. They also explore potential reinforcements ahead of Thursday's deadline. Finally, they check in with Team Canada's World Junior camp in Minneapolis, speaking with head coach Dale Hunter (26:50) about bouncing back from last year's loss and insights on Leafs prospect Easton Cowan.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.

In between a Blue Jays doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:35). They discuss the breaking news surrounding the Jays acquiring Orioles RP Seranthony Domínguez and break down the swing and miss he brings to the lineup, where he is expected to slot in in the bullpen, and more. Then, to discuss the summer of Summer, Brittany MacLean-Campbell joins the show (27:13). They discuss Summer McIntosh's newest Gold Medals for Canada at the World Championships in Singapore, the biggest challengers in the sport, the growth of the sport, Penny Oleksiak's rule violation case, 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.

Blake Murphy, and Julia Kreuz discuss Chris Bassitt and the pitching staff struggling in the loss to the Orioles, as well as Bo Bichette's consecutive hit streak and Addison Barger's at-bats recently. MLB Network's Jon Morosi (24:59) comes by to preview the trade deadline and Toronto's reported interest in Pirates pitchers David Bednar and Dennis Santana. Ben Clemens (49:54) of FanGraphs recaps the results of his Trade Value Series. Lastly, Sportsnet's Jamie Campbell (1:19:33) discusses the “Jamie Campbell Bursary” and what to watch for from the Blue Jays ahead of the trade deadline.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Ben and Brent begin Tuesday's show talking about the Blue Jays' lackluster game in Baltimore to start their series with the Orioles. Besides the 11-4 loss itself, the hosts discuss the scary moment that took George Springer out of the game and left a question mark for his timeline of return. The duo also chat about Chris Bassitt's off start, if its an indication of pitchers missing Alejandro Kirk, and how it impacts the team's priorities for the quickly approaching trade deadline. Later, the a.m. duo look into a developing story of a high-end reliever that was placed on paid leave as part of a gambling investigation. They wrap up with thoughts on superstar Bryce Harper and Commissioner Rob Manfred's face-to-face discussion regarding the possibility of a MLB salary cap.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 continue the Blue Jays talk into their second hour Tuesday. The hosts focus in on Bo Bichette, who yesterday sets the franchise record for consecutive at-bats with a hit, and debate if he's finally returned to form. They discuss if his hitting success is sustainable and if the organization should be trying to sign him long-term. B&B compare his career arc to that of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and what range a contract extension for him would look like. Next, the a.m. boys check in with SN590's own Sam McKee (23:50), who made the trek to Detroit to watch the Jays play the Tigers over the weekend. The trio discuss his experience at Comerica Park, how invested fans are in this team, how it compares to other popular teams of the past, and expectations at the trade deadline.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ben and Brent wrap up their Jays discussion in the final hour, joined by former MLB player Kevin Barker. They dive into the Bo Bichette extension debate, analyze the team's recent performance, and discuss key contributions needed for the stretch run. The trio also considers the impact of injuries on trade decisions and team chemistry. To close, they chat with Joon Lee (28:43)—a former ESPN reporter now on YouTube—about the Blue Jays' legitimacy, the A.L. East landscape, and concerns around recent MLB gambling investigations.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The Big Show with Rusic and GVP is On Demand! To kick off hour 2 the guys are joined by Mike Amato, NHL writer for Sportsnet! Mike tells us about his latest piece where he explore the idea of the Edmonton Oilers acquiring Penguins goalie, Tristan Jarry. The we get into if the NHL offseason might have a busier August. Then, the guys get into the idea that Jason Robertson could be getting traded from Dallas, and who his suitors could be!(31:31) later on, The guys debate just how bad was Happy Gilmore 2? Then they look at an article on Sportsnet.ca outlining the 5 most likely destinations for Nazem Kadri, including multiple Canadian teams!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the second hour touching on Bryce Harper's reported confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in the Phillies' clubhouse, before bringing on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (10:14) to chat about Bo Bichette's at-bats post All-Star break, how the Blue Jays' trade market is shaping up, where the team is in the standings could dictate their approach at the deadline, and Chad Green's outlook. Afterwards, Baltimore Orioles reporter Roch Kubatko stops by (32:57) to discuss who's untouchable on the roster, Adley Rutschman's season, and the direction of the franchise. 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 discuss the Blue Jays taking 3 of 4 vs. the Tigers, Max Scherzer's start, Bo Bichette's at-bats and more. Afterwards, former Blue Jay Homer Bush (29:52) joins the show to reflect on his career, Toronto's playing style and his son nearing the big leagues. Sportsnet's Madison Shipman (49:49) comes in-studio to talk about Toronto's ability to manufacture runs and the team heading into August. Lastly, Orioles broadcaster Melanie Newman (1:15:15) provides the state of Baltimore heading into the trade deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.