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Parker Messick is leveling up (2:30)! ... Jung Hoo Lee on fire since returning (6:50). ... Phillies had a crazy comeback (10:20). ... Jac Cagalianone did it again (13:56)! ... News (22:00): Bobby Witt was out again on Tuesday. ... Is the juiced ball back (34:18)? ... Sean Burke makes it two strong starts in a row (40:27). ... Varsho is back with a bang (45:56). ... Let's do a temperature check on these SP (56:33). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:09:23).Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters

Sho Alli and Kaitlyn McGrath break down the Blue Jays' 8-6 comeback win vs. the Cubs to even the series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Louis Varland shutting things down in a six-out save - is he a shoo-in for AL Reliever of the Year at this point? They get into the timely hitting from Alejandro Kirk, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kazuma Okamoto, and Daulton Varsho - does John Schneider also get some credit for his pinch-hit moves? Plus, they discuss the outfield defence from Varsho alongside Myles Straw and Nathan Lukes, Jeff Hoffman keeping it together in the seventh, and what the rotation could look like when Shane Bieber returns on Monday.   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 Eau Claire Express are settling into another busy Northwoods League season, and while the summer schedule has already featured plenty of miles on the bus, manager Dale Varsho likes what he's seeing from his club. Joining The Dan Kasper Show this week, Varsho discussed everything from roster construction and player development to the emergence of his son CJ, the growth of the Northwoods League, and why baseball's latest sensation, Jacob Misiorowski, has everyone talking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blake Murphy is joined by Davy Andrews of Fangraphs to talk Blue Jays, Daulton Varsho and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Eric Smith (27:51) pop by to analyze the decision to use Jeff Hoffman in the 9th on Saturday and the week ahead for Toronto. Jon Morosi (51:09) of MLB Network joins to talk Jacob deGrom's legacy, where Toronto stands in the AL East and more. Lastly, Jesus Cano (1:16:06) of the Athletic joins to talk everything about the NL East leading Braves including their dominant pitching staff and Ronald Acuna Jr. 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.

Fresh off of a series win in Detroit against the Tigers, the Toronto Blue Jays are heading the Bronx for a four game set with the New York Yankees.The Yankees have power and to win the series the Jays pitchers will need to limit the long ball as much as possible. Justin and Patrick break down the pitching matchups and pick their x-factors for the series.The guys begin the episode by discussing Yohendrick Pinango, George Springer, Tyler Heineman, and Brandon Valenzuela.

After Daulton Varsho delivered a walk-off grand slam Justin and Patrick return to discuss if this could be the turning point in what has been a frustating offensive stretch for the Toronto Blue Jays. The schedule gets tough with a road trip through Detroit and the Bronx, and the Jays are projected to see some tough starting pitching over the next two weeks. Can they climb out of the muck in the American League?

Mat Germain sits down with Blue Jays insider Brent Cardy to break down the state of the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026. The Blue Jays Injury Bug Anthony Santander – out for the year Shane Bieber – June return still possibleJimmy Garcia –  facing setbacks in rehabJosé Berríos – forearm fracture, got lit up in rehab startsMax Scherzer Alejandro KirkNathan LukesAddison BargerGeorge Springer New Faces Making an ImpactJesús Sánchez – power against rightiesYohendrick Piñango – strong swing, great at-bats, batting near top of lineupBrandon Valenzuela – switch-handed catcher, big power & a rocket arm, showing some rookie growing painsSpencer Miles – Rule 5 pick from the Giants; threw 3 shutout innings on Mother's Day; Jays now considering him as a rotation optionErik Lauer DFA'd after a rough startSchedule gets harder from here — Yankees (with Gerrit Cole returning), Baltimore, and tougher AL East competition. Brent is cautiously pessimistic but believes the team will eventually get healthy and go on a run.Vladdy, Bo, and the LineupVladimir Guerrero Jr. – only 2 HR's; may be pressing himself under the weight of $500M contract (comparison to Vernon Wells' struggles after his big deal)The loss of Bo Bichette to the Mets has left a voidThe offense tends to hit in bunches (Vladdy, Springer, Okamoto, Varsho) without a reliable anchorFrancisco Lindor Trade? - Shapiro & Atkins have a history with Lindor from their Cleveland daysPossible pieces: Arjun Nimmala, JoJo Parker, Andrés Giménez, Davis Schneider, or Addison BargerMoney coming off the books (Springer, Scherzer) Brent sees the fit — a dynamic switch-hitter is exactly what this lineup needsPitching Depth: Who's Next from AAA? Top candidates from Buffalo to watch:Chad Dallas – back from Tommy John; ~3 ERA in seven startsAustin Voth – waiver pickup, bulk innings guyGrant Rogers – big frame, mid-90s fastball, high release pointRicky Tiedemann – hasn't pitched since 2024, same issues persistingDylan Cease - Strong early returns; going 7 innings in his last two starts. Velocity & command are elite. Brent believes the price tag will look like an underpayRobbie Ray as a Trade TargetWon Cy Young with the Jays in 2021Pairing him with Cease would be a formidable 1-2 in a playoff seriesBrent likes the fit; doesn't expect price tag to be astronomicalBullpenJeff Hoffman – out of the closer role, settling into 7th/8th; velocityLouis Varland – closing; loves his mentality, wants him in the zone moreTyler Rogers – middle reliefMason Fluharty – doing a solid job but playing above his weightJoe Mantiply – veteran add, not a high-impact armSpencer Miles – potential starter,  injury history a concernSmall Ball & Jonatan ClaseMat draws parallels between Jonatan Clase & Chandler Simpson (TB Rays) — elite speed and tools, but needs to commit to the fundamentalsBrent agrees the Jays need to play more small ball given the lack of middle-of-the-order powerAll-Star PredictionsJays All-Stars: Vladdy Guerrero Jr. and Dylan CeaseRecord at the All-Star Break: 42–46 (under .500, but still in wild card contention given the weak AL)Follow Brent Cardy with his Blue Jays Breakfast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecardyshowpodcast/

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays walk-off win over the Tampa Bay Rays to wrap up their series. They discuss Dylan Cease's start, Daulton Varsho's game-winning Grand Slam and Kazuma Okamoto's approach. Then, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan joins the show (27:41) to discuss his upcoming episode of 'Sources Tell' with Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski, ABS killing manager/umpire arguments, and the weight of the Jays' upcoming series against the Yankees. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum of The Score to discuss Dylan Cease's outing, Daulton Varsho's Grand Slam and more. Afterwards, Ryan Spilborghs (30:58) of Apple TV pops in to talk Trey Yesavage, the Detroit Tigers and the latest on the Colorado Rockies. 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 kick off Thursday morning celebrating the Blue Jays' 5-3 walk-off win to finally defeat the Tampa Bay Rays. The boys discuss Dylan Cease's dominant outing, what it means for the Blue Jays' pitching staff, Daulton Varsho's heroics in the tenth inning, and whether the offence may be turning a corner. Later, they break down the Colorado Avalanche advancing to the Western Conference Final, before shifting to the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff run, the James Harden experience in Cleveland, and reports of LeBron James feeling disrespected by the Los Angeles Lakers. They close the hour with the Subaru golf report and a preview of the PGA Championship. 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 Thursday morning with MLB Network and Amazon Prime host Adnan Virk. They discuss the Toronto Blue Jays' recent win and whether it felt like a must-win game. Adnan shares his thoughts on Dylan Cease's performance, concerns about Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Daulton Varsho's importance to the lineup. The conversation then shifts to the Leafs' decision to fire Craig Berube, with Adnan weighing in on the move and future coaching options. The discussion also touches on the Oilers firing Kris Knoblauch and which coaching job is more appealing. Finally, they welcome The Athletic's Joshua Kloke (26:57) to discuss the Leafs' coaching change, Auston Matthews' impact, and thoughts on the new stands at BMO Field ahead of the World 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 affiliate.

They finally beat the Rays.

Jori Negin-Shecter (@JNeginShecter) and Zach Worden (@Worden_Zach) break down the Toronto Blue Jays' series loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, discussing Daulton Varsho's walk-off grand slam, Dylan Cease's strong start and much more.

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss vs. the Diamondbacks to start the series in Arizona. He takes your texts, and gets right to the Daulton Varsho injury in the third inning - how has the team continued to sustain such a huge amount of injuries this early in the year? Is it time to panic? He also discusses the team's uncharacteristic errors, including a tough one from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the outing from Eric Lauer, the appearances from Spencer Miles and Joe Mantiply, the first home run of the season for Myles Straw, and another hard game for 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 affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 win vs. the Twins to kick off the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get to the bats waking up, including Brandon Valenzuela going yard for the first time in his MLB career, and Daulton Varsho smoking a solo home run as well. They discuss the relievers looking solid - with guys like Joe Mantiply, does John Schneider have more options to go to the bullpen? Plus, they get into Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continuing to heat up, and Patrick Corbin making his Blue Jays debut.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Blue Jays centre fielder Daulton Varsho is turning heads with his new approach this spring training, and it could be the reason why we're about to see a whole new version of Daulton this year. Plus, what's the latest on Trey Yesavage and should we be seeing him on opening day?Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG_WmS_YNdmB4vCxu13bSNw/joinGet Blue Jays Today Merch Here: https://nationgear.ca/collections/blue-jays-todayASK US QUESTIONS using the Google Form below & we'll answer them live on the show! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogFollow Us On Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluejaystodaypodcast/ Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickpaleolog/Adam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamjpeddle/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TodayJays Adam's Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamjpeddleNick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickPaleologListen To Our Audio Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SFlBTECwLiOSM414Ufp4z Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/blue-jays-today/id1679057098Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/Z4CCXPWcffSUBMIT TO OUR MAILBAG: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXCct-K0KJNfoVrjo2NCqP4tFHQPWBaoNAAr5aFbRTsVkdUg/viewform?usp=dialogThanks to our Partners:Sports Interaction - http://www.sportsinteraction.com/BJNReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!#TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #BlueJaysNews #FreeAgents #FreeAgency #FreeAgentRumors #MLBRumors #TradeRumors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Larry and Dick talk fall sports playoffs, hear from Gary Varsho and Jason Gorst plus more this week.......

Larry and Dick talk fall sports playoffs, hear from Gary Varsho and Jason Gorst plus more this week......

With the Toronto Blue Jays up 2-0 and ONE win away from the American League Championship Series, Justin and Patrick discuss what were two wild games in Toronto.Vladdy and the bats broke out with an impressive power display, Gausman had a solid outting, and Trey Yesavage delivered a MASSIVE postseason debut in his 4th big league appearance. The Jays head to New York on Tuesday with a chance to sweep the Yankees away.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the Red Sox in the series finale! They take your calls and texts, and they get into the Jays bullpen who completed six perfect innings - what was clicking for Louis Varland, Eric Lauer, and the rest of the relievers tonight? Plus, they discuss Daulton Varsho smashing a grand slam, George Springer with a two-run bomb, and Anthony Santander narrowly missing a grand slam of his own earlier in the game.   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.

Using AI for homework, Blue Jays get a much needed win, AL East coming down to the wire and the Senators in Quebec City.

From hurricanes to walk-off field goals, today's trends are more than headlines—they're algorithms making bets on what we'll click next. I'll start with the fact of what happened, then show the AI angle—models that rank, predict, and sometimes mislead. Let's get into it.NFL: Seahawks 23, Cardinals 20 — AP/ESPN recap; walk-off 52-yd FG. MLB: Blue Jays 6, Red Sox 1 — Varsho grand slam; game stories & recap. MLB: Yankees 5, White Sox 3 — remain tied with Toronto. Weather: Humberto strengthening; latest NHC Public & Forecast Advisories. Labor: Canada Post strike (CUPW). Retail: Starbucks closures in US/Canada; restructuring coverage. Spain: Barcelona 3–1 Oviedo — Reuters/AP match reports. Obit: Voddie Baucham passes at 56 — ministry & press reports. Gaming: Ghost of Yōtei — Oct 2 PS5 launch (PlayStation store & blog).

Guests: Blue Jays top prospect Trey Yesavage, Gold Glove centrefielder Daulton Varsho, rehabbing Jays starter Alek Manoah  This week in Deep Left Field, we head down to the farm and talk to right-hander Trey Yesavage, the Jays' first-round pick last July, as he prepares to make his debut with the Buffalo Bisons - the fourth team in the Jays' system for which he has suited up in this, his first season in pro ball. The 22-year-old has allowed just 45 hits and notched a whopping 134 strikeouts in 80 2/3 innings this year at Dunedin, Vancouver and New Hampshire combined. He'll start for the Bisons on August 14 and the big leagues will be the next stop. That final promotion could very well come as soon as next month. We also chat with Alek Manoah following a disappointing rehab outing in Buffalo. The former all-star and Cy Young finalist is recovering from reconstructive elbow surgery and in the first Triple-A start in his rehab assignment, lasted just an inning and two-thirds. Also, Daulton Varsho joins us to talk about watching from the sidelines as the Jays built the best record in the American League and then picking up right where he left off, power-wise, when he rejoined them.

Eating corn on the cob, Blue Jays pound the Rockies again, Daulton Varsho punishing the baseball, and the Redblacks are back with some bumps and bruises.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Tigers to both ensure a series split in Detroit and to propel the Jays to the best record in MLB at 62-42! They take your calls and texts as they discuss the Jays' big fifth inning and get into how this team finally finding an identity has helped them tremendously. They get into José Berríos allowing just two hits over six innings of work, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continuing to heat up. Plus, Daulton Varsho clobbered a two-run bomb for the Bisons as his rehab outing continues in the minors - what place does Varsho hold on the roster when he returns? 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 off the second hour. They continue their chat about last night's big win, breaking down the Yankees' poor defensive play and how much confidence they have in the Jays during close games. They get into Daulton Varsho's ongoing rehab with Buffalo, focusing on if his return could disrupt team chemistry. B&B also share their thoughts on Joey Loperfido's skillset compared to Addison Barger, and why trading away Loperfido could come back to bite them. Later on, the duo are joined by Rob Longley (23:22), Blue Jays reporter with the Toronto Sun. Rob offers his take on the job John Schneider and the coaching staff have done to clean up the Jays' play this year, along with what else Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has to offer this season. The trio wrap the hour with a chat about how the team should manage Jeff Hoffman and the rest of the bullpen moving forward.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 win that featured some spice, Justin and Patrick discuss relatiation for hit batters, Max Scherzer's return, and a trip to Fenway for a series with the struggling Red Sox.Should Mason Fluharty be sent to Buffalo?When can we expect to see Varsho, Garcia, Santander, and Burr back? The guys also take a look at a few notable prospects in the system.

Eno is joined by Eric Samulski of Rotoworld to talk about a busyyyy weekend of news. A lot of call-ups, injuries and moves this weekend. Also, they talk about where the money went in some of the moves of the weekend.Rundown4:57- Jac Caglianone called up by KC9:40- Corbin Burnes is hurt14:57- Mookie Betts fractures toe20:54- Varsho & Santander on the IL for Toronto24:27- Mick Abel is back for Philly28:15- Eovaldi heads to the IL35:20- Yordan Álvarez return delayed43:45- Coby Mayo gets called back up47:10- Cole Young called up by Seattle56:05- Possible moves for the Giants?57:15- Rockies make a move at 1B58:12- Jobe heads to the IL1:00:14- Where the Money WentFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno SarrisWith: Eric SamulksiExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben & Brent kick off by praising the Blue Jays for sweeping the A's, emphasizing the challenge of winning all four games. They highlight Addison Barger's standout performance, along with other players who stepped up, and express hope for continued success against weaker teams. The discussion includes roster updates with Varsho and Santander on the IL and reflects on the Yankees' former third starter in Jays' camp. They also touch on the delayed NBA and NHL Finals and the aftermath of two eliminated teams, featuring the Stars coach's odd remarks on his goaltender and the Knicks' over-celebration of their second-round win over the Celtics (31:38).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 8-7 win over the Athletics to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to a tough injury for Daulton Varsho, who left the game with a hamstring strain - if he misses any length of time, what are the team's options? Plus, they react live on-air to Davis Schneider being pulled from the Bisons game in the first inning - is he going to be the solution? They discuss Jeff Hoffman giving up a two-run bomb in the ninth but still coming away with the save - should Yariel Rodríguez, who looked good again, get save opportunities moving forward? They discuss four home runs, one from Bo Bichette and Addison Barger, and two from George Springer - what does the team need from Springer moving forward if Varsho is to miss time? To wrap up, some trivia for a George Springer football replica jersey giveaway! 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 kick off by discussing the Blue Jays' impressive sweep, highlighting their third straight win in extra innings thanks to Nathan Lukes. They delve into the team's recent momentum and rising excitement, noting the emergence of players like Lukes, Varsho, and Bargar, and advocating for Addison to continue playing even after Andres Gimenez returns. The conversation also addresses recent blown saves by Jeff Hoffman and Bowden Francis's struggles. To wrap up, they analyze the NHL East Final, NBA West Final, and Canada's upset at the World Championships (32:34).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Guests: Blue Jays centerfielder Daulton Varsho, third baseman Addison Barger, Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele   This week, we talk to two of the players most consequential to the Jays' recent turnaround that has seen them win eight out of 12 games going into their May 22 series finale against the San Diego Padres.   Daulton Varsho leads the team with seven home runs despite only having been active since the end of April. He joins us to talk about his power prowess, his ongoing recovery from shoulder surgery and his advice to his teammates who had been struggling offensively when he arrived.    Addison Barger got a chance to play every day when Andres Gimenez got hurt and been one of the Jays' best hitters since then. He talks about his time on the shuttle back and forth from Buffalo, his power potential and his record-setting day in right field back in April.   Also, we get the word on the Jays' to minor-league affiliate and the players down there who are on the verge of helping the big club from Bisons skipper Casey Candaele.  

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-4 loss vs. the Tigers to open a three-game series in Toronto. He takes your texts on this podcast-only edition of the post-game show, and gets into Bowden Francis - are there alarm bells going off not only for him, but for the whole rotation? What does the short and long-term outlook of the rotation have in store? Plus, he gets to Daulton Varsho banging his team-leading sixth home run of the season, muses on some Varsho extension possibilities, and also gets to the power coming around for Bo Bichette. 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 dissect the loss to the Rays that featured Jeff Hoffman getting lit up in the 9th, Daulton Varsho smacking two home runs and Bo Bichette continuing to generate hard contact. Afterwards, David Laurila touches on his conversation with Paul Molitor and what he learned about Max Scherzer after he evaluated his 2008 scouting report.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.

On a mini-edition of Blue Jays Talk, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 win over the Red Sox to take the series in Toronto! They discuss Daulton Varsho launching his second home run in as many games, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smashing a three-run bomb in the bottom of the eighth inning, and José Berríos keeping the Jays in it with eight strikeouts over 6.2 IP. 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 our 89th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by chatting about a contender for the greatest catch ever along with discussion on the latest MLB moves and injuries, plus a new Bowman card buyback program. Then we dive into what misses we've had from our preseason predictions and picks to determine what we can learn.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!Sign up here to get access to all of the Razzball tools to win your 2025 fantasy leagues!Links to things discussed in the pod:The Daulton Varsho catchA trio of pitcher callups:AJ Blubaugh to debut for AstrosChase Petty called up in CincyNoah Cameron arriving in KCLogan Gilbert out with flexor strain, Logan Evans fills his rotation spotSurprise, surprise, Tyler Glasnow felled with injuryJordan Westburg shelved with hammy strainBraves sign Eddie Rosario, demote Jarred KelenicFanatics introduces the Bowman Red Rookie Redemption Program Upcoming baseball card release schedule:4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes5/7: 2025 Bowman5/7: 2024 Panini National Treasures5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss BaseballJune 2025: 2025 Topps Series TwoCategories Discussion (36:44)What We Got Wrong topics:Max MeyerNick PivettaErnie ClementJames WoodWhite Sox pitching (Sean Burke, Davis Martin, et al)Oneil Cruz

Guests: Blue Jays home run leader Anthony Santander, reliever Brendon Little, 1B/OF coach Mark Budzinski The Blue Jays miserable April is over and it ended with a massive comeback win against the Boston Red Sox. No one might be happier to turn the page to May than Anthony Santander, who is hitting just .175 as the calendar flips. The switch-hitter joins us for a frank and open discussion about his early-season struggles and how he and the team hope to turn things around. After the interview, Santander hit a game-tying three-run homer to help the Jays to victory on April 30. We also speak to Mark Budzinski, who knows Santander better than anyone, having managed him in the minor leagues, and we also get insight into the incredible circus catch made by Daulton Varsho – on one knee and with his back to the plate – in Varsho's first game back. Plus, get to know the Jays' top left-handed reliever, Brendon Little!

(00:00) Fred reminds everyone that you should not laminate your important documents. Oh, and what items or songs have brought you nostalgia when looking through old things? (20:50) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Celtics win in the 1st Round against the Magic, defeating Orlando in Game 5, 120-89. The Celtics will either play against the Knicks or the Pistons in the Conference Semifinals. The Pacers also went on a 8-0 run to defeat the Bucks, 119-118, in overtime. Not to mention, Tyrese Haliburton’s father, John, got in Giannis Antetokounmpo’s face after the game. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

Daulton Varsho tumbled, recovered and somehow made a behind-the-back grab in his season debut in Toronto, an early candidate for catch of the year. Elsewhere in the AL East, the Yankees powered their way to an unprecedented first-inning feat. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz breakdown Daulton Varsho's amazing catch and what Bowden Francis struggled with after allowing five home runs. Jahmai Webster joins to discuss the state of the Red Sox, and Mitch Bannon (30:10) chimes in on Toronto's issues 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 affiliate.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show previewing tonight's series opener between the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays. They begin with thoughts on Daulton Varsho's pending return; where he will slot into the lineup and who will be the odd man out on the roster. The boys move on to tee up this week's pitching matchups including who will get the ball on Thursday, the recipe for Bowden Francis' success tonight, and how to attack opposing starter Garrett Crochet. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (24:42) joins the conversation as news breaks of Daulton Varsho's official return and Will Wagner's subsequent demotion to Triple-A Buffalo. Shi reacts to the roster moves, before diving into Casey Lawrence's potential as a spot starter, options to align the Jays' defence, how to get Andrés Giménez back on track at the plate, where Toronto stacks up in the American League East, and Max Scherzer's status.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 Chad Jennings to talk Garrett Crochet, Alex Bregman and the ascending Red Sox, who have the second-best record in the American League in April. Afterwards, Steve Slawkowski (23:04) of PUP joins to discuss their new album, which will be released on Friday, Blue Jays memories and his favourite MLB ballparks. 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.

With the Jays going through a tough time, Justin and Patrick discuss how things may change in the lineup with Daulton Varsho returning to face the Red Sox this week. Who gets the start on Wednesday? Could it be former and also new Jay Casey Lawrence? The guys look at top prospect Arjun Nimmala's start in Vancouver, Trey Yesavage and Khal Stephen lighting up batters in Florida, and provide updates on injuries on the MLB roster.

John Schneider, Manager of your Toronto Blue Jays, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker live from Yankee Stadium. Skip shares an update on Daulton Varsho, Nick Sandlin and Erik Swanson as they work back from injury, before getting into where Varsho would likely slot into the lineup when he returns and what went wrong for his team in Houston. John also weighs in Anthony Santander's slow offensive start, Alejandro Kirk at the plate, Paul Goldschmidt's impact in the Bronx, how to contain Aaron Judge, the state of Kevin Gausman's splitter, and the idea of George Springer returning to the leadoff spot. After the break, former MLB pitcher and current YES analyst, Jeff Nelson (28:48), chats about Judge's incredible start to 2025, the early returns on the Yankees' off-season moves, and what to expect from Carlos Carrasco on the mound tonight. Jeff and Kevin wrap up the week with thoughts on how the Jays' bats can wake up this weekend 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 affiliates.

James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the Leafs clinching the Atlantic Division to set up the Battle of Ontario in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (11:05). JD and James talk through the excitement of the playoff matchup, the plan for Anthony Stolarz as the starting goalie, what the line combinations should look like, the plan for the final game of the season, and the effect on the backend with Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Jake McCabe's injuries. JD takes a look at Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors in their Play-In victory over the Grizzlies (50:13). Later, Caleb Joseph, Blue Jays Central analyst, jumps on to recap the Jays' offensive burst against the Braves (53:13). They react to Anthony Santander finding his groove at the plate, the challenge of keeping starting pitchers efficient, the plan at third base, and missing the power from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:23:26).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. 

Toronto Blue Jays Spring Training & AL East OutlookToronto Blue Jays Front Office Do You Miss Alex Anthopoulos? -  "Every freaking day."Anthopoulos and Beeston were more transparent & connected with fansAtkins is more of a spokesperson, while Shapiro makes the decisions.Blue Jays' High Payroll & Poor Roster ManagementPayroll is around $271M, making them the 5th highest-spending team.Despite spending, the team lacks major offseason upgrades.Concerns over failing to extend Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette.Luxury Tax & Future Uncertainty & Aging playersFuture of MLB's luxury tax and potential salary cap/floor in 2027.Rogers invested $300M in stadium renovations,Leadership shakeup could be imminent Pitching staff (e.g., Kevin Gausman, Chris Bassitt) is among oldest in MLB.George Springer and other key veterans are aging.Farm System Ranked around 23rd-24th in MLBThe team could face a major decline in 2026-2027 iTrade & Deadline ImplicationsIf Jays struggle by midseason, major trades (Guerrero, Bichette) could happen."It feels like a one-year prove-it-or-lose-it situation." Jays seemingly pursued top players like Shohei Ohtani & Juan Soto but didn't land them.Fanbase is already fed up with Shapiro & Atkins, especially after the 2023 playoff controversy (José Berríos decision).Bright Spots in Spring Training - Alan Roden (OF, Triple-A prospect)Discussion on Tampa Bay Rays Attendance and Team DevelopmentsExpects Better Attendance in 2025 in Tampa - highlighted the limited stadium capacity of around 15,000-16,000.Attendance fluctuates, it often spikes when teams like the Yankees come to town. Rays should take over George Steinbrenner Field in Tampa rather than remain in St. Petersburg or move to Ybor City.Blue Jays Roster Outlook newly acquired second baseman Andrés Giménez and veteran pitcher Max Scherzer, including Jeff Hoffman and Chad Green and the re-signing of Ryan Yarbrough.Brent Cardy expects a strong season from Bichette if he remains healthy.Bichette has a history of leading the league in hits and could do so again.Defensive ability at shortstop, though he may have some DH days.Bichette's bat speed decline in 2024, potentially linked to concussion issuesBichette is still a tough out and a crucial piece of the Blue Jays' success.Farm System ranked 24th - Notable prospects include:Jonatan Clase (expected to start in Buffalo).Addison Barger & Davis Schneider (potential minor league assignments).Kendry Rojas (high swing-and-miss potential, could be a future impact arm).Josh KasevichChad Dallas, Ricky Tiedemann, & Alek Manoah (injury setbacks affecting pitching depth).Jays' pitching has been depleted, requiring improvements in drafting and scouting.Catching Depth & Alejandro KirkExpected to play around 115-120 games.Backup options include Heineman, Bethancourt, and Phil Clarke.Kirk could be a 3 WAR player, with Guerrero Jr. potentially at 7-8 WAR, & Bichette at 4 WAR if healthy.Overall Blue Jays Expectations -  Cardy predicts 83-84 winsFollow Mat on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/matgermain.bsky.social, Mark on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward

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The Blue Jays are bringing back 2014 first round Jeff Hoffman on a 3-year deal to help anchor the back end of the bullpen. Hoffman was traded to the Rockies in 2015 in the Tulo deal. Justin and Patrick discuss the impact he will have in 2025, and provide updates on the remaining free agent relief pitching options. The guys review the arbitration numbers for Vladdy, Varsho, Kirk and the other 4 Blue Jays who agreed on terms, and discuss the Vladdy and Bo extension situation.

Inspired by Daulton Varsho, Jeff Erickson and Fred Zinkie review which players are better in real life than fantasy, and which players are better in fantasy in real life, and try to find some underlying trends. --- 00:00 - Fred Pod 9-2 01:00 - Daulton Varsho comment from Sunday night.  02:15 - Varsho isn't a good real-life hitter, but he's been decent for fantasy this year ($8) and hit .281 with 18 runs and four homers in August. 04:50 - Players who were better in real life than fantasy this year. 05:00 - Bryce Harper. 11th in OPS but just a $22 player. He will hit 30 homers, but without many steals and his batting average is more good than great. 10:00 - Freddie Freeman. 14th in OPS but a $20 player. He may not reach 25 homers or 10 steals. Hitting .285, which is fine but not special. 17:00 - Riley Greene. 20th in OPS. But hitting .259 with 20 homers and 4 steals. Missed a bit of time, but his R/RBI aren't great either. An $11 player. 22:15 - Popular opinion is that J.D. Martinez has been very good for the Mets. It's true. He has a .777 OPS. But he has generated just $4 in fantasy. Just 16 HR, 0 SB, 108 R+RBI. 29:00 - Orioles talk - Jackson Holliday, Coby Mayo 32:00 - Better in fantasy than real life. 32:20 - Maikel Garcia is second last in OPS. Has generated $17 in fantasy. The 33 steals and 83 runs scored are pretty awesome.  35:15 - Jacob Young is a poor man's version of Garcia. Eighth worst OPS but a $9 player thanks to hitting .258 with 31 steals and 69 runs. He's one of baseball's worst hitters but is helping fantasy teams in 3/5 categories. 38:35 - Zack Gelof has the 4th worst OBP of any qualified player. He also has 16 HR and 20 SB. A $4 player so far. 42:30 - Christopher Morel is batting .196 while somehow generating $3 in fantasy value. That's what 21 homers and 8 steals will do for you. 44:25 - Brice Turang has sunk to 13th worst in OPS but has generated $18 in fantasy production thanks to seven homers and 40 steals. Almost as valuable as Freeman. 46:15: - Firing up Julio Rodriguez, who's next? 47:00: - Alexis Diaz 52:25 - Good News for the Padres: Yu Darvish may return Wednesday; Joe Musgrove had a great start against the Tigers; Tatis is back. --- Pick6 Download the new DraftKings Pick Six app and use code RWPICKS. New customers play five bucks, and get fifty in Pick Six credits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices