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Journalist/Broadcaster Marty York talks Globe & Mail, TSN, Sportsnet, The Fan, Metro Newspapers and shares stories upon stories upon stories with a cast of characters including Muhammad Ali, Pete Rose, Reggie Jackson, Doug Flutie, Bobby Orr, Donald S Cherry, Pat Gillick, John Tory, Paul Beeston, Damaso Garcia, George Bell, Kelly Gruber, Dave Stieb, Isiah Thomas, Marv Levy, Condredge Holloway, Hank Aaron, Cito Gaston, David Stern, Pinball Clemons, Harold Ballard, Don King, Bob McCown, Vince Carter, Terry Greer, Steve Simmons, Michael Landsberg, Scott Moore, Cliff Johnson, Norm Rumack, Marcel Dionne, Willie Wood, Ernie Whitt, Wayne Gretzky, Hank Ilesic and more! Prompting this question in the spirit of Steve Simmons: hey, whatever happened to Debbie Van Kiekebelt? Marty has tirelessly worked for nearly a decade with B'nai Brith Canada advocating for human rights...see what they are up to at https://www.bnaibrith.ca/ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In hour two, Mike & Jason get NFL.com writer Nick Shook's (7:00) reaction to the Dallas Cowboys trading the league's best past rusher in Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, plus they talk Hockey Canada's Olympic orientation currently underway in Calgary, as Sportsnet's Eric Francis (26:10) joins the show from camp. 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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Brewers broadcaster Josh Maurer to discuss Pat Murphy's impact on team culture, who's closing games for the Brew Crew and their play since winning 14 in a row. MLB Network's Greg Amsinger (26:36) pops in to give his thoughts on Shane Bieber, Alejandro Kirk's new deal that's looking pretty good now and Kyle Schwarber's MVP candidacy. Following that, Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:04) talks about the bullpen struggles and how the starting rotation will play out the rest of the season. Lastly, MLB.com's Mike Petriello (1:15:25) talks about George Springer's season and the uniqueness of how Milwaukee has built its roster into a contender. 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 Sam McKee kick off your Friday by going over some of Mitch Marner's comments from an recent interview. The guys then get into the excitement surrounding Shane Bieber's start today and the Blue Jays' upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The pair chat about the expectations, not only for the Bieber, but also the Jays this weekend against the Brew Crew. How much do we need to see for Bieber to cement his place as the ace of the staff. The guys pivot to the NFL to discuss Micah Parson's trade to the Packers last night, the reasoning behind the move, and how much is the past influencing the present for Jerry Jones given the recent release of the Cowboys' documentary. This leads to Ben and Sam to compare the some of the most infuriating trades for fan bases across the sporting world. Finally, the guys talk about the potential end of Russell Westbrook's NBA career and how he will be remembered.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 Sam McKee kick off the second hour of the show looking back on Shane Bieber's debut for the Toronto Blue Jays and debate why it was one of the best starts of his career. What do the guys hope to see today? They move along to tee up the rest of the Blue Jays' series against Brewers and question why more people aren't talking about this weekend's set. Later, the guys get into Mitch Marner's recent sit-down interview and how it leaves them feeling. Does this make the divorce easier to swallow or ignite the flames all over again? Charles Davis (27:35), NFL on CBS analyst, joins the show to share his thoughts on the Micah Parsons deal and how the Cowboys will look without him, before offering a quick season preview ahead of Week 1!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 Sam McKee wrap up the week with a potential World Series preview as the Brewers visit. They chat with Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson Smith about Shane Bieber's season and whether fans should be concerned about his contract situation. They also discuss Jeff Hoffman's performance and Addison Barger's future with the team. Jeff Blair (23:32) joins in to share his thoughts on the Brewers series, Bieber's debut, trade evaluations, rotation management, September call-ups, and bullpen concerns. They conclude with final thoughts on the Blue Jays vs. Brewers matchup.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 Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and we checked in with a new edition of In or Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show continuing to discuss Connor McDavid's extension and looking ahead to Monday's Labour Day Classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On hour two of The Sports Drive, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas are joined by our Thursday regular, Adnan Virk! Virk joins the show to share how the release of his new book, Cinephile, has gone, his latest trip down to San Francisco, his thoughts on the Micah Parsons trade, and more!(32:21) Our own Matt Rose brings the latest edition of The Stamps Report as they get set for the Labour Day Classic this Monday!Any contests mentioned within this episode have now closed.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, Shan Virjee and Connor Gronsdahl open up the show by taking a moment to reflect on the life and legacy of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau on the one year anniversary of their passing.  The guys break down the Dallas Cowboys shipping off Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, and take a look back at the worst trades that Jerry Jones has put together since his time owning the team.(19:46) Shan and Connor get you set for the massive series this weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays! The guys get you up to speed on just how good their opponent in the Milwaukee Brewers have been this season, what to expect in the pitching matchup, 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 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, Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee make their picks for who they think should be on Team Canada's 2026 Olympic roster! They debate names like Sam Bennett, Mitch Marner, Macklin Celebrini, and more!(24:47) Jeff Erickson of RotoWire Fantasy Sports joins the show! Jeff stops by to dive into all the latest ahead of the start of the 2025 NFL Fantasy Football season, answer some draft questions, share his thoughts on how the Micah Parsons trade shakes things up, and so 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. 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 1of The Sports Drive, Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas look back on the one-year anniversary of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's passing. Plus, the Blue Jays open their series with the Milwaukee Brewers, Shane Bieber makes his Rogers Centre debut, and they break down how the Jays have been performing lately.(23:56) It's the Textline Takeover: your questions, your takes, and plenty 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.   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 2 of the Sports Drive with Logan Gordon and Patrick Dumas, it's all about the Labour Day Classic. Matt Rose checks in with the Stamps Report, including Vernon Adams Jr.'s status and the biggest storylines heading into Monday's matchup. (21:46) Dave Campbell brings the Elks' perspective — are they finally turning things around, and has Cody Fajardo secured the #1 QB spot?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 reflects on the Blue Jays' latest comeback win against the Twins, along with the decision to implement a six-man rotation. Brady Quinn, FOX NFL analyst, joins the show to discuss some of the biggest stories in the NFL heading into the new season (00:00). They run through Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, the Steelers' addition of Aaron Rodgers, and the Browns' quarterback room that includes Joe Flacco and Shedeur Sanders, before chatting about Caleb Williams heading into his sophomore season with the Bears and rookie J.J. McCarthy as he begins his NFL career with the Vikings. Later, JD adds on to his Blue Jays rotation take, and reacts to Connor McDavid's comments at Team Canada's Olympic Orientation Camp regarding his upcoming contract negotiations with the Oilers (34:53). 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.

Brenden Escott is joined by Sportsnet NFL writer Emily Sadler to break down her latest quarterback rankings and the biggest storylines shaping the 2025 season. From Josh Allen's bid to build on his MVP campaign, to the ever-present dominance of Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson, to the rise of young stars like Jayden Daniels, Emily offers fresh perspective on how the league's most important position is evolving. Plus, a look at which QBs are poised to take the next leap, who might be overrated and how team systems and coaching changes play into the rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off your Thursday morning recapping one of the Blue Jays' signature wins of the year! Sam McKee was there, and he gives his on-site report of the feeling heading into the eighth inning and what the atmosphere was like in Rogers Centre as Toronto took the lead. They chat about Jeff Hoffman's redemption game, securing the save one night after his disastrous outing. Did they have any doubts about him closing the show? The pair also chat about the team's ability to claw back late in games, before debating if Eric Lauer's mojo might've been squandered after his long layoff. Later, the guys then get into Connor McDavid's comments about a potential contact extension with the Oilers and his lack of commitment currently. Ben and Sam question if there should be more attention on this, why a deal hasn't been inked yet, and if other teams should be prioritizing McDavid's free agency?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 Sam McKee take a look at how the Blue Jays plan to manage the rotation down the stretch here. They question if skipping José Berríos is the right choice, if they should they be priming the big three of Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer and Kevin Gausman for the postseason, and the trickle-down effect of that on the bullpen. Is there a chance we see Trey Yesavage up here in September? The guys also chat about what this season done for George Springer's legacy and if he has bought himself a free pass for next year in Toronto. Later, Ben and Sam share their thoughts on Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup selection and debate if not selecting himself to play was the right choice. Rob Longley, Blue Jays beat reporter for the Toronto Sun, joins the show to share his experience from Rogers Centre last night and how he is feeling about the team right now. Rob wraps up with thoughts on Anthony Santander's outlook this year and why Ernie Clement has not gone on the IL yet.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.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing Connor McDavid and the Blue Jays' latest comeback win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith covering the Toronto Blue Jays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JD acknowledges that the summer in Toronto is nearing it's end after heading down to Rogers Centre for the Blue Jays' loss to the Twins, and gives his thoughts on George Springer's continued excellence at the plate and the latest collapse by the bullpen (00:00). Joe Siddall, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, joins JD to continue the discussion on the concern level in the bullpen, before getting into questions about the outfield with Anthony Santander expected to make an eventual return, and how the rotation is looking with just over a month left in the regular season (8:40). Later, JD dives into William Nylander's comments at the NHL's European Player Media Tour, as he discussed Mitch Marner leaving the Maple Leafs (39:16). 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 Sam McKee look back on a frustrating loss for the Blue Jays in front of their home crowd. The pair break down the collapse in the ninth inning by the bullpen and the level of confidence in Jeff Hoffman after coughing up the lead and allowing the Twins to comeback to win the game and tie the series. Will this become a problem in the postseason? What would it take to remove Hoffman from the closing role? Who would be the next man up? On a positive note, Ben and Sam get into George Springer's resurgence that continued in full force last night with a pair of home runs, before looking at Addison Barger's recent slump and some former Jays prospects on the Twins. To wrap up the hour, the boys touch on the Swift-Kelce engagement, Keegan Bradley's big decision today, and if Toronto really is a city that complains too much.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 Sam continue their discussion on the Blue Jays bullpen after a letdown yesterday that called their confidence into question. The duo dive into just how much their recent struggles have actually hurt the team and caused them to lose ground in division, before looking back at the trade deadline to debate if there were better, or more, moves to be made. They sift through some potential internal options like Ryan Borucki, Trey Yesavage, and even Alek Manoah. Are any of them viable or potentially helpful down the stretch? Adam Stanley (27:30), Sportsnet golf reporter, stops by to share what it was like on site during Brooke Henderson's CPKC Women's Open victory. He discusses what's left for the Canadian to accomplish in her career, along with Keegan Bradley's big decision today as Team USA captain to determine if he will name himself as a player for the Ryder Cup.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 Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Lukas Weese from The Athletic covering the US Open in New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing the Toronto Blue Jays' bullpen and some Oilers' history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they discuss the latest off-season NHL news with Sportsnet hockey writer Luke Fox, they look at the Canucks prospects pipeline and where it ranks around the league, plus the boys rank youth sports from a parenting perspective. 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.

In hour two, Mike & Jason discuss the latest off-season NHL news with Sportsnet hockey writer Luke Fox (1:16), they look at the Canucks prospects pipeline and where it ranks around the league (18:24), plus they rank youth sports from a parenting perspective (26:17). 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Julia Kreuz (1:15) ahead of tonight's Blue Jays matchup against the Twins. They discuss Max Scherzer's latest outing, Kirk's offensive output and workload this season, George Springer's contract and production in his age-35 season, what could keep Bo Bichette in Toronto, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift announcing their engagement and discuss the fairytale endings they would like to see in the sports world 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.

JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to begin Tuesday's show. JD opens with thoughts on live events in the city on the heels of Oasis' concert at Rogers Stadium, before getting into the issues with PitchCom during the Blue Jays latest victory in their series opener against the Twins (00:00). They break down Shane Bieber's Blue Jays debut in Miami after missing nearly two seasons to Tommy John surgery, and project how Bieber can elevate the Jays chances in the American League, and they also praise Alejandro Kirk for his performance in 2025 after getting his contract extension in the off-season (15:35). Later, the guys look at the Blue Jays bullpen additions in Seranthony Domínguez and Louie Varland, and continue the conversation on what the pitching staff will look like in the playoffs (33:10). 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 final hour, Ben & Daniele discuss the Blue Jays' recent success with Blake Murphy from Sportsnet, focusing on improved hitting strategies under Dave Popkins and trusted pitchers. They also check in with Adnan Virk (23:09) from MLB Network, who shares insights on the significance of Shane Bieber's acquisition for the postseason. The trio discusses divisional races and A.L. MVP contenders.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 Daniele continue talking baseball into the second hour of Tuesday's program. The hosts discuss the latest reports on Anthony Santander and his possible return to the Blue Jays active roster. What would his role be with the team? Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher turned Sportsnet analyst, offers his insight into why the Jays seemed to dominate Joe Ryan last night, the starting rotation's recent success, and the importance of Alejandro Kirk. The trio also chat about how catcher's deal with umpires around the league, before brainstorming some ideas of how to improve PitchCom. Next up, MLB Network Insider, Jon Morosi (25:25), checks in on the standings and evaluates which teams' pitching staffs are poised to have the most success in the postseason. Jon wraps up with thoughts on the American League MVP race between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh.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 guest host Daniele Franceschi start today's show talking Blue Jays, who kicked off their homestand with a big win over the Twins. They zero in on Minnesota starter Joe Ryan's fastball, that posed as a real test for Toronto, which they passed with ease scoring four runs in the first inning. B&D discuss if Ryan seemed off, if it was a product of his environment, or if it's all part of the advantage the Jays now get at home. They also take some time to chat about George Springer, who was pushed back to playing the outfield with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. filling the DH spot. Could this affect Springer's resurgence? The pair also touch on Andrés Giménez' offensive expectations, Max Scherzer's start, Byron Buxton's odd career, and the issues with PitchCom. To close the hour, the boys weigh in on where Auston Matthews ranked on NHL Network's list of the top centres around the NHL (38:55).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.

Josh and Lina break down a packed sports week, from the Blue Jays' dominant win over the Twins to Cal Raleigh's milestone 50th homer as the Mariners clinch the Vedder Cup. The Canucks face a ticking clock on Quinn Hughes' contract extension, with new CBA rules adding pressure and Corey Pronman's prospect rankings sparking debate. Sebastian Berhalter joins to reflect on the Whitecaps' momentum and the growing impact of Thomas Müller in Vancouver. Plus, a look ahead to next season's MLB schedule, Canadian Women's Rugby World Cup updates, and insights from The Athletic's Corey Pronman. 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 Canada's Olympic orientation camp and the MLB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Olympic gold medalist Lori-Ann Muenzer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ben Ennis is joined by guest host Sam McKee on Monday to recap the Blue Jays' weekend! As Toronto returns home from this trip 3-3 to stay at .500 on the road, they take some time to dive deeper into yesterday's game specifically. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was used to pinch hit; how confident are they that he will be back in the lineup tonight at Rogers Centre? They look back to Friday's game highlighted by Shane Bieber's Blue Jays debut and question if it heightens expectations for him the rest of the way. Will extra rest impact his next start? Later, the pair delve into the bullpen and why they believe it's the team's biggest concern down the stretch. Before the hour ends, the duo get into some golf talk with an exciting weekend that saw Brooke Henderson win again on home turf, Tommy Fleetwood secure his first ever PGA victory at a very good time, and whether or not Keegan Bradley will pick himself to play the Ryder Cup.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 Sam continue into the second hour with more on the Blue Jays as they return to the winning confines of Rogers Centre tonight. The hosts dive deeper into Shane Bieber's first start for Toronto, before looking ahead to Friday's highly anticipated bout against MLB's best team, the Milwaukee Brewers. How does this compare to the Blue Jays' acquisition of David Price at the deadline in 2015? The pair also take some time to reflect on what has propelled the Jays to the top of the American League East division this season. Trey Wingo (26:22), host of the new podcast Straight Facts Homie, talks some golf including Tommy Fleetwood's first PGA win and the intrigue of the Ryder Cup. Trey also shares some lessons and storylines that have come out of the now wrapped up NFL preseason.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 vibes are immaculate in Vancouver as Thomas Müller nets his first goal for the Whitecaps and the city rallies behind the team's rising momentum. Josh and Lina dive into playoff pitching dilemmas for the Blue Jays, MVP debates featuring Cal Raleigh and Aaron Judge, and the Mariners' push for the Vedder Cup. Dave Zangaro joins to break down NFL preseason storylines, from Saquon Barkley's workload to Dak Prescott's interception woes. Plus, the crew debates Canucks goal-scoring predictions, locker room slogans, and fantasy football picks in a jam-packed episode. 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 Ben Nicholson-Smith (0:40) live from the ballpark in Miami ahead of Shane Bieber's Blue Jays debut. They discuss his journey back to the mound, what to expect from the starting pitcher, what it means for Eric Lauer's next appearance, and more. Then Ailish and Justin tee up the game before welcoming Sportsnet's Adam Stanley to the show live from the CPKC Women's Open (26:14). They discuss teenage sensation Aphrodite Deng making her mark at the tournament, Brooke Henderson's Day 2 performance, the upcoming men's tournaments, and the storylines to keep an eye on, 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 chat with Vancouver Canadians pitcher Gage Stanifer about developing his pitching profile, his season, and the influence of his father. Future Blue Jays newsletter author Doug Fox (26:37) updates on Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage and more as he provides the prospect report. Sportsnet's Dan Shulman (50:42) discusses Shane Bieber, the starting pitching rotation, and the upcoming games. Afterwards, documentary director Taiki Green takes you inside Shane Bieber's recovery from Tommy John surgery and the struggles he faced along the way. Lastly, FanDuel's Kelly Saco (1:11:38) provides the state of the Miami Marlins, including Jakob Marsee, who has been must-watch TV since joining 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.

Welcome back, Ben! He joins Brent to recount his road trip with his son to Pittsburgh to watch the Blue Jays play at PNC Park. They get into what the experience was like, what he thought of the stadium that always seems to get high marks, and how well Jays fans travel. The hosting duo also get into the important A.L. East series that started last night between the Red Sox and Yankees. What is the best case outcome for Toronto? They also quickly touch on the cool Seinfeld giveaway at Yankees Stadium last night and if they could “one up” it. In the back end of the hour, B&B dive into some summer hockey talk! They discuss if there should be concern that Connor McDavid hasn't signed his extension in Edmonton, what the Frank Nazar contract in Chicago means, and the Olympic training camp invite that was finally sent out by Doug Armstrong and Hockey Canada this week. The pair end the hour with the latest in the Cowboys contract standoff between Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons.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 into the second hour alongside Charles Davis, friend of the show and NFL on CBS analyst, to talk some football with the NFL regular season now less than two weeks away. The trio debate if the Chiefs are still the team to beat in the AFC, who the true contenders are in each conference, the Shedeur Sanders experience in Cleveland, and Jerry Jones in yet another contract dispute with a star player. Next the a.m. boys turn their full attention to the Blue Jays (29:25) and tonight's debut for their marquee acquisition of this year's trade deadline. They each give their expectations for Shane Bieber's first start in Miami and discuss the level of urgency to rediscover his Cy Young form.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 dive into the final hour of the week focused on the Blue Jays as they begin a series in Miami, featuring Shane Bieber's debut. They analyze the standings, the Jays' recent and overall road record, and what it will take to win the division or the American League. Sportsnet analyst Madison Shipman shares her expectations for Bieber's first start and what signs to look for in his return to form. They also discuss John Schneider's bullpen and rotation options. To wrap up, they connect with former MLB catcher Joe Siddall (20:20) for insights on the matchup with the Marlins and concerns about fatigue as every game becomes crucial for Toronto.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.

Blues fan favorite of the early 2000s. A college star at Western Michigan, a leave-it-all-on-the-ice type when he got to the Blues…and eventually a Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks. Now a hockey analyst for Sportsnet. "Jammer" takes us down memory lane.

JD reacts to the Blue Jays series' loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tommy Pham's revenge game, before making the case that it should be José Berríos in the bullpen over Eric Lauer as the Jays stick with a five-man rotation (00:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith, host of At The Letters, joins JD to continue to the conversation on the starting rotation, Berríos' leash with Shane Bieber joining the squad against the Marlins this weekend, the strength of the bullpen with Lauer slated to join the group, expectations for Bieber in his first start since April 2024, and the effect that Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s injury has on the lineup (9:54). Later, JD discusses the comments by Auston Matthews on Mitch Marner heading to the Vegas Golden Knights (46:46).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.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jay Devon Travis to discuss his time with the Blue Jays, naming his son after Bo Bichette and taking pride in developing good baseball players. Following that, Former Red Sox development coach Katie Krall (32:00) reflects on her roles in baseball and why the upcoming Saber Seminar in Chicago is a valuable experience. Afterwards, Fair Territory's Alanna Rizzo (50:31) breaks down her chat with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and how she sees the AL East shaking out. Lastly, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith (1:12:28) talks about Eric Lauer moving to the bullpen for the Marlins series, Braydon Fisher getting optioned to Triple-A and the upcoming stretch of crucial games for the Blue Jays. 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.

JD is joined by Kevin Barker, co-host of Blair and Barker, to discuss the plans for the Blue Jays' starting rotation with Shane Bieber making his season debut on Friday, and Max Scherzer pitching as well as he has with Toronto (00:00). They also get into Jeff Hoffman and the construction of the bullpen, the recent baserunning and defensive lapses, and the effect Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s injury could have going forward. Later, JD dives into the Indianapolis Colts' decision to name Daniel Jones their Week 1 starter over former first round pick Anthony Richardson, and pokes fun at those who vacation at Disneyland without kids (39:54). 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.

Big picture, the Blue Jays are in a great spot – so Arden and Ben dive into some specific questions about Vlad Jr. (06:01), the newest member of the starting rotation (26:01) and the Jays' late-inning relief (34:29).Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caAdditional audio from MLB.comThis podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.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 George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys react to an article on Sportsnet.ca regarding Mason McTavish. George and Matt explore why McTavish's name is always rumored, the possible fits for him and if the Calgary Flames could potentially make a package to trade with Anaheim.  (24:44) Later on, Ben LeSage joins the show to talk Rubgy Canada! Ben shares some stories from his career, travelling the world with Rugby Canada and the match between Canada and the USA this Friday at McMahon stadium!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 Sportsnet's Chris Leroux (0:23) ahead of the second game in the series between the Jays and Pirates. They discuss the Pham/Heineman kerfuffle, Pham being left out of the roster for tonight's matchup, Barger being brought into the mix, and more. Then, they tee up Scherzer's start tonight, how the 41-year-old has looked in a Blue Jays uniform, his evolution throughout his career, the Jays' rotation, and much more. Ailish and Justin end the show breaking down the starting pitching matchup tonight and react to the latest information surrounding Vladdy's injury. 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.