Episodes

  • JTP: Bo Returns, Schneider Outlook & Brent Lavallee
    Sep 18 2024

    Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss Daulton Varsho and Will Wagner’s seasons coming to an end. Jon Morosi (27:43) analyzes what we need to see from Bo Bichette down the stretch and the meaning of his comments regarding staying in Toronto. Chris Black (50:38) dives into Davis Schneider’s rollercoaster at the plate and Varsho’s Gold Glove chances. In the final segment, Vancouver Canadians manager Brent Lavallee (1:25:33) reflects on his team’s season after falling in the NWLCS final.

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Bassitt, Bullpen Get Blown Up in Bo's Return
    Sep 18 2024

    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 13-8 loss vs. the Rangers to kick off the three-game series in Texas. They take your calls, and discuss Chris Bassitt getting shelled in the fourth inning as well as the bullpen being largely unable to hold the score - is the bullpen really the biggest need the team has in 2025? Plus, they get to the return of Bo Bichette, and chat about Davis Schneider hitting a home run for the third straight game.

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    19 mins
  • JTP: Bichette’s Imminent Return & AL Favourites
    Sep 17 2024

    Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays radio voice Ben Shulman to discuss expectations for Bo Bichette and Bowden Francis in the remaining games. Former MLB player Tom Hackimer explains why he documented his recovery from Tommy John Surgery, along with his journey pitching in Mexico (29:45). MLB.com's Mike Petriello gives his take on 12 relief pitchers who could dominate during the playoffs, including Canada’s Cade Smith with the Guardians (52:40). In the final segment, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post analyzes the contenders in the American League and where they sit going into the postseason (01:15:50).

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • JTP: Schneider Rebounds & Microwave Burritos
    Sep 16 2024

    Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's own Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss Davis Schneider’s big weekend at the plate and what the starting rotation could look like next season. MLB writer Zach Crizer joins the show to discuss the favourite for NL Rookie of the Year in a stacked class (31:22). Later on, Kiri Oler of FanGraphs explains the similarities between microwave burritos and some hitters in the postseason (51:07). In the final segment, FanGraphs' Leo Morgenstern looks at the results of his research on MLB players who make the least of their speed (01:15:07).

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Schneider + Lukes Stay Hot, Jays Sweep Cardinals
    Sep 15 2024

    Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 win over the Cardinals to complete the series sweep at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get to the 4.1 IP from Yariel Rodríguez - after allowing only one earned run in a short start, what is the plan for him going forward? They discuss big days for Davis Schneider and Nathan Lukes - has Schneider found some timing after blasting his second home run in as many days? What is the future for Lukes, who delivered the game-winning RBI double in the eighth inning? Afterwards, they get to Leo Jiménez, who made a terrific diving stop - where on the team should he be in 2025 if Bo Bichette does return? Plus, more Blue Jays giveaways!

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    59 mins
  • Berríos & The Babe Lead Jays to September's First Series Win
    Sep 14 2024

    Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 7-2 win over the Cardinals to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get to José Berríos allowing just one earned run over seven innings of work - has he become the team's most consistent starter? They chat about Davis Schneider rocking a home run amidst a three-hit day - if Leo Jiménez and Joey Loperfido are out for any amount of time, can Schneider keep it up if he plays more? Plus, they get to Bo Bichette's place on the team as he continues his rehab assignment with the Bisons, and also throw out a trivia question for a Blue Jays giveaway!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Captain Kirk Leads Jays to Walk-Off Win in Extras
    Sep 14 2024

    Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off win vs. the Cardinals in extra innings! They take your calls, and get right to the extra inning work from both Alejandro Kirk and the bullpen - how has Kirk looked better since getting more playing time post-trade deadline? How was the bullpen able to lock it down in extras? They also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - was that perhaps the best defensive work of his career at both 1B and 3B? Plus, Kevin Gausman bounced back after a tough first inning to wrap up seven innings of two-run ball - how important was that extra day of rest?

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    30 mins
  • JTP: Bichette Expectations & Learning About Arjun Nimmala
    Sep 13 2024

    Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss Bowden Francis’ late-season surge and what he wants to see from Bo Bichette once he returns. Jon Becker discusses Kumar Rocker’s excellent debut for the Rangers and takes a quick look at 2025 free agency. David Singh discusses his insider story on Arjun Nimmala and why Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor believes he is a star in the making (26:58). Esteban Rivera details the Juan Soto experience in a contract year and Matt Chapman surprisingly stealing 15 bases so far this season (57:30). In the final segment, Katie Woo provides the state of the St. Louis Cardinals ahead of their weekend series vs. the Blue Jays and why Thomas Saggesse is an intriguing prospect (1:16:44).

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    1 hr and 40 mins