Blair & Barker

Jeff Blair & Kevin Barker hit the airwaves after Toronto’s second consecutive win over the New York Yankees and discuss the Jays’ approach against New York’s bullpen after Michael King exited the game and Kevin Gausman’s standout performance. Before the break, the guys talk about Alek Manoah’s status after Sportsnet’s Ben-Nicholson Smith reported that he received multiple injections in his pitching arm. World Series-winning Manager Joe Maddon re-joins the show and shares his thoughts on what it takes to win in the postseason when the calendar turns to October (28:20). 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 & Kevin Barker start the second hour with Buck Martinez who shares his thoughts on what to expect from Kevin Gausman tonight, Bo Bichette’s defensive improvement this season and how Alejandro Kirk has adjusted to an increased workload with Danny Jansen out. Later, the guys react to breaking news of Vlad Guerrero Jr being scratched for tonight's game with right knee discomfort, more on Yusei Kikuchi’s sleeping habits and take your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 & Kevin Barker recap game one of the Blue Jays-Yankees series, Yusei Kikuchi’s performance, and his sleeping habits after picking up his 10th win of the season in the Bronx. The guys welcome Yankees broadcaster and radio hall of famer Suzyn Waldman back on the show (26:10) to discuss the underwhelming seasons for both New York and Boston in the AL East, Michael King’s “stuff” on the mound, Alex Volpe as the Yankees’ shortstop of the future, and why Gerrit Cole’s Cy Young-calibre season could’ve been even more impressive with more run support. 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 start the second hour with Shi Davidi to tee up tonight's series opener between the Jays and Yankees and share his thoughts on the vibes around the Yankees’ clubhouse, Yusei Kikuchi’s command drop-off and Cavan Biggio hitting himself into Schneider’s circle of trust. Later, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times on the Rays’ new stadium deal, a look at the stadium’s timeline and the challenges standing in its way (14:31). Blue Jays Amateur Baseball program manager TJ Burton tees up the Canadian Futures Showcase held at the Rogers Centre this week with the Jays on their road trip, the significance of the tourney as an MLB pipeline and how it’s grown the game in Canada (27:29). They close with your calls on the Back Leg Line (38:07)! 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 & Kevin Barker look ahead to the Blue Jays upcoming series against the Yankees with Yusei Kikuchi taking the mound for game one in the Bronx. The guys examine the Blue Jays lineup for the opening game and wonder if Don Mattingly could be a candidate to be New York’s manager if they were to move on from Aaron Boone after the season. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi joins the show (27:38) to discuss the latest around the majors including Adam Wainwright reaching 200 career victories and if 200 is still a noteworthy milestone for pitchers before addressing the breaking news on Shohei Ohtani who underwent a procedure and will only hit in 2024, not pitch. 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 start the second hour with Jayson Stark of the Athletic, who shares his thoughts on the Rays’ potential new stadium deal, the landscape of the AL Wild Card race down the stretch, the payoff of the new schedule and playoff format and how the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes have changed. Former MLB pitcher and Orioles TV analyst Ben McDonald shares his thoughts on Baltimore clinching a playoff spot for the first time since 2016, how they have navigated around Felix Bautista’s absence and which young star will have the keys to the franchise in the future (29:58). Finally, Brian McTaggart, Astros reporter with MLB.com, joins the show (38:25) to discuss Houston’s status in the Wild Card race, whether there should be concerns over the rotation and the importance of Michael Brantley. 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 comment on the Blue Jays sweeping the Boston Red Sox after getting swept themselves in the previous series by the Texas Rangers. The guys discuss Toronto’s current standing in the Wild Card race and also examine Bo Bichette’s defensive play and if it has improved as the season has gone on. For this week’s edition of ‘Around the Wild Card’, Jeff and Kevin invite Mariners TV voice Aaron Goldsmith (28:06) and Rangers reporter Kennedi Landry (37:23) on the show to focus on the recent play of Seattle and Texas respectively. 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.

Blue Jays Manager John Schneider joins Jeff and Kevin following the Rangers series to discuss the state of the team post-sweep (1:22). Schneider touches on the ups and downs of his first season as manager and what he’s learned, his reaction to hearing fans boo, and Vlad Jr.’s series against Texas. The guys hear from Jose Berrios about the significance of Roberto Clemente and why he is celebrated before inviting Sportsnet’s Caleb Joseph on the show ahead of Jays-Red Sox this weekend (25:03). 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 start with overall reflections from the Jays’ disappointing series against the Rangers before moving on to tonight’s series opener against the Red Sox, Nate Pearson being called up for Bowden Francis, how the Jays bounce back and a look around the AL Wild Card race. Then, revisiting last night’s game, what - if anything - inspired optimism, Whit Merrifield’s outfield drop and if he should be starting in the outfield over Daulton Varsho. They are joined by WEEI Red Sox analyst Rob Bradford, who shares his thoughts on Chaim Bloom’s firing and if it was justified, how far the Red Sox are away from being serious contenders, the long-term plan for Chris Sale and the ascent of Triston Casas (30:15). 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, Kevin Barker, and ESPN’s Jeff Passan (3:17) discuss the Red Sox decision to part ways with Chaim Bloom, the Rangers dominance over the Blue Jays after three games of their series, and have a back and forth on the use of analytics in the game. To end the show, the guys go to the Back Leg Line to answer calls amidst the Blue Jays’ three-game losing streak. 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 kick off with Matt Chapman returning to the lineup before hitting on the Jays’ 10-0 loss to the Rangers last night, a new low in the Vladdy/Bo era, where the players are mentally at this point in the season and how finishing the season strong could set them up well for next year. They are joined by Rangers analyst & former Rangers outfielder David Murphy (17:26) who shares how Texas has woken up from their slump in time for this series, Jonah Heim back at full speed after his wrist injury and the Rangers’ X-Factors if they do make the playoffs. Later, president of baseball ops. and GM of the Braves Alex Anthopoulos discusses clinching the NL East title, the importance of power in the postseason and some unheralded Braves this season (31:16). 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the second hour with Tim Kurkjian of ESPN who shares his thoughts on which team is under the most pressure to make the playoffs, the most disappointing team this season, who can stop the Braves and how an explosion in steals around the league changes the game. Later, MLB Network’s Bill Ripken shares his thoughts on the expectations around Vladdy Jr., the positives and negatives of off-days and Corey Seager’s unique but effective approach (28:48). 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 examine the Blue Jays dropping a second consecutive game against the Rangers, Texas now owning the tie breaker between the two clubs, and the breaking news that Max Scherzer is done for the year after exiting last night’s game. The guys turn their attention to game three of the series as they hear from John Schneider in his pre-game availability and welcome Dan Shulman on the show to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s series so far and the performance of Toronto’s bullpen over the last few weeks (36:14). 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 start the second hour with Rangers analyst for the Dallas Morning News Evan Grant who breaks down last night's series opener between Texas and the Blue Jays, why he’s optimistic the team’s slump is coming to an end, what to look for from Max Scherzer tonight and the Bruce Bochy experience. Astros TV analyst Geoff Blum discusses whether Houston is the class of the American League, the significance of Christian Javier, and takes a look through the AL Wild Card race (13:23). Then, Mariners TV announcer Dave Sims shares his thoughts on Teoscar Hernandez’s contributions since the trade deadline, George Kirby’s recent post-game complaints and if they’ll be a distraction, and how the team is dealing with excessive travel and workload at this point in the season (27:13). They end the show with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 recap Toronto’s 10-4 loss to the Rangers in game one of their important four-game series; notably Chris Bassitt’s performance and the mound disengagement that led to Texas’ first run before examining Vladimir Guerrero’s numbers vs. the fastball. Sportsnet’s MLB insider Shi Davidi checks in from Rogers Centre (23:48) to share his thoughts on game one and provide an injury update on Brandon Belt and Matt Chapman. Blair & Barker discuss Max Scherzer and his strikeout total in the latest edition of “Between the Lines”. 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 kick off the second hour with host of Loud Outs on MLB Network Radio & Rangers’ TV analyst CJ Nitkowski, who explains the underlying factor behind Texas’ skid, what to expect out of recent top prospect call-up Evan Carter, and he shares his thoughts on George Kirby’s recent, controversial post-game comments. Later, radio voice of the Blue Jays tees up the series between Texas and Toronto, discusses Alek Manoah’s complicated, season-ending situation, whether the Jays are worried about Alejandro Kirk’s workload behind the plate and how game management might change down the stretch (25:03). Finally, Mike Trout trade rumours and the Angels’ offseason plans. 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 reflect on the Blue Jays taking care of business over the weekend after sweeping the Kansas City Royals. After looking back, the guys look ahead to the most important series of the year: Toronto hosting the Texas Rangers for a pivotal four-game set starting tonight. Later on, the guys examine how the teams around the Blue Jays in the standings fared over the weekend in the latest installment of ‘Around the Wild Card’ (25:37) and dissect George Kirby’s comments after his most recent start for the Mariners. 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 are joined by Davis Schneider who talked about his success at the major league level since his call-up, improving hitting elevated fastballs, and lessons learned at Triple-A that have translated to the next level (3:13). Later, Blue Jays Manager John Schneider talks to Jeff and Kevin about Bo Bichette being activated off the IL, Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s play over the last week, and plans for the team’s starting rotation down the stretch (24:30). To end the show, the guys head into the weekend with fan questions from the Back Leg Line. 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 start with the news that Bo Bichette has been activated off the IL and will be active for tonight’s game against the Royals. They discuss what to expect from him in his return, take a look around the teams in the Wild Card race heading into the weekend, how the Rangers could stop their poorly-timed slump and what effect the manager has on their drastic slide. Later, they are joined by Royals TV analyst Rex Hudler (26:14) who shares his thoughts on the ‘Buffalo Brigade’ and reflects on the time he was a call-up spark plug for the Expos in the late 80s before teeing up tonight’s series opener between the Jays and Royals. 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 start the second hour with Blue Jays Central’s Caleb Joseph who gives an assessment of the ‘Buffalo Brigade’ with Bo Bichette, Matt Chapman and Brandon Belt inching closer to their respective returns, his thoughts on Chad Green’s play, the idea of ‘playing for the big inning’ paying dividends offensively and Chris Bassitt weaponizing the pitch clock to great effect. They close with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 discuss the current state of the Blue Jays following the conclusion of their 4-2 road trip against the Rockies and A’s.  The guys talk about how Bo Bichette may be nearing a return after working out at Rogers Centre, Chad Green’s outings in the bullpen since being activated, and Toronto catching a break ahead of next week’s pivotal Rangers series with Adolis Garcia hitting the IL. ESPN’s Jeff Passan joins the guys with his thoughts on the Royals young talent (notably Bobby Witt Jr.) ahead of the Toronto-KC series, the impressive pitching matchups for the Texas series, and if Bruce Bochy is deserving of any blame for how Texas has played recently (32:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s the final month of MLB’s regular season and The Athletic’s Jayson Stark joins the guys to discuss the exciting month ahead. Jayson and the guys discuss the AL wild-card race, if Philadelphia can get back to the World Series, the season to forget for the Yankees and Mets, Craig Counsell managing the Brewers without a contract for next year, and if the Twins are the forgotten team in the American League. To wrap up the second hour, your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 & Kevin Barker start with a couple of Blue Jays wins over the long weekend spearheaded by the call-ups, the competitive, mature approaches they’ve brought and how they might fit into the equation for next season. Then, onto yesterday’s game against the A’s, an encouraging outing from José Berríos, the Jays’ turnaround month with runners in scoring position and why the quick change came down to swing decisions. Later, the latest ‘In the Wild Card!’ (25:29). 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 are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider for his weekly hit to start off the second hour. The Jays’ skipper shares his thoughts on what Chad Green and Spencer Horwitz can bring, where the team’s focus is in this final stretch of the season, the challenge of playing at Coors Field and the luxury of the consistently strong pitching rotation. Later, Denver Post’s Patrick Saunders tees up tonight’s series opener (30:06) between the Jays and Rockies and shares his long-term expectations for the Rockies, some young players to keep an eye on and Bud Black’s impact as manager. 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 begin with a couple of Blue Jays’ roster moves passed through today, with reliever Chad Green being activated off the IL and infielder Spencer Horwitz being called up from Triple-A Buffalo. They discuss the upside and what to expect from each. Then, the Jays are taking on the Colorado Rockies and tonight’s starter, Hyun-jin Ryu, has changed up his game after Tommy John surgery to excellent early results. Later, ESPN insider Jeff Passan stops by (27:35) for his weekly appearance to discuss the MLB announcing that there will be no adjustments to the pitch clock for the postseason, the overall success of the new rules and the strategic wrinkle of ‘weaponizing’ the pitch clock. They also discuss the Jays’ postseason chances down the stretch and who to blame if the team fails to make the playoffs. 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 kick off hour two with former Marlins President David Samson to discuss the waiver process, why the Angels did nothing wrong making several of their players available and if the trade deadline could be changed in future seasons. He also examines the current state of the Blue Jays as they battle for a postseason berth. Then, Rockies and Apple TV+ analyst Ryan Spilborghs (31:16) looks ahead to the Blue Jays' upcoming series in Colorado and how playing at Coors Field can be challenging for visiting teams because of the altitude. 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 open with a look at all the players picked up from waivers today, Randal Grichuk going unclaimed and the wider issue of players being waived en-masse after the trade deadline. Then, a preview of the Jays’ series against the Rockies starting tomorrow in Colorado, the impact of the altitude, and Kevin maps out the difficult path for the team to get back into an AL Wild Card spot. They are joined by MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (28:14), who delves into the waiver claims from today, how each player will fit in their respective landing spots and if the Angels might trade Mike Trout in the offseason now that it seems likely that Shohei Ohtani will not return. 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 kick off the second hour with MLB Network analyst Mark DeRosa, who shares his thoughts on the LA Angels waiving Lucas Giolito, Matt Moore, Reynaldo López, Hunter Renfroe and Randal Grichuk, how Shohei Ohtani might react to the move, flaws with teams that rely heavily on pitching and why the Blue Jays are still dangerous if they can squeak into the playoffs. They close the show with your calls on the Back Leg Line! (25:03) 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 start with last night’s Blue Jays game before touching on today’s top story; Bo Bichette will once again be shelved on the 10-day IL with a quad strain, and Mason McCoy getting the call up. They welcome Washington Nationals TV analyst Kevin Fransden to tee up game 2 in the Nats’ series against the Jays, how close they are to being competitive in the NL East and look ahead to the team’s offseason plans. Later, Blue Jays’ general manager Ross Atkins stops by (27:42) to clear up some of the Jays’ injuries, why McCoy was elevated over younger prospects like Orelvis Martinez or Addison Barger, his thoughts on Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s mechanics and his expectations down the stretch with the schedule easing 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 affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour with Blue Jays’ radio voice Ben Wagner, who shares an update on the sightings of Vlad Guerrero Jr. warming up at third base, the Jays’ backup plans for third with Matt Chapman on the IL and Daulton Varsho’s turnaround at the plate. Later, former GM and MLB Network radio analyst Jim Duquette (24:44) shares his thoughts on Vladdy's mechanical struggles against velocity, the strength of the Orioles’ bullpen without Félix Bautista and how to handle Shohei Ohtani’s free agency from an Angels’ executive’s perspective. 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 (back from vacation!) get right into last night’s Blue Jays’ loss to the Cleveland Guardians in extras to drop the series, the big mistakes, necessary lineup changes and possible solutions to reignite the team and get back into a Wild Card spot. Afterwards, is it time for the Jays to look at promoting a top prospect with Matt Chapman hitting the IL and Bo Bichette heading for an MRI? Later, with the postseason approaching, a brand new segment looking at the latest ‘In the Wild Card!’ (29:31). 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 affiliate.

Jeff Blair opens the second hour with radio play-by-play voice of the Guardians, Tom Hamilton, who shares his thoughts on the career and character of manager Terry Francona who has hinted at an imminent retirement, his marked legacy in Cleveland and tees up the Guardians’ series against the Blue Jays starting tonight. Then, your calls on the Back Leg Line! Afterward, ESPN insider Jeff Passan stops by (25:18) for his weekly hit to weigh in on whether or not the Blue Jays could be in on Shohei Ohtani this offseason, what type of money Ohtani could still command after his injury and how significant a surgery he will likely have to undergo. Jeff closes the show by checking in with Ben Wagner from the Rogers Centre ahead of the Jays’ series opener against the Guardians! 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 starts with last night’s rubber match between the Blue Jays and Orioles, a 5-3 loss for Toronto where the offence was once again bottled up. Then, reaction and analysis on Jays’ GM Ross Atkins’ press availability from earlier today. Later, Jeff is joined by Blue Jays TV analyst Buck Martinez (23:20) who shares his expectations for the team’s next 5 weeks, why ‘urgency’ might not be the best approach for Vladdy at the plate, and he assesses Terry Francona’s year with the Guardians in what could be his last season as a manager. 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 starts the second hour with MLB Network insider Jon Morosi for a deep dive into Shohei Ohtani’s torn UCL. They chat about how it changes the offseason landscape changes for all Ohtani, the Angels and the MLB, his open-market value if he cannot pitch in the long term and which teams would still buy big on him. Later, from his UnderTheKnife sub stack, Will Carroll gets down to the nitty gritty on the exact nature of Ohtani’s injury (24:52), rehab options and the lack of longevity for pitchers throwing over 100 MPH. Jeff closes with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 opens with Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman in studio to go over the Blue Jays’ 7-0 loss to the Orioles last night, but first, Shohei Ohtani’s torn UCL, how it changes his free agency landscape and how his role may change when he returns. They then get into the game, Kevin Gausman’s post-game comments about playing with a ‘sense of urgency,’ Genesis Cabrera’s long-term role and Alek Manoah finally heading to Buffalo. Later, play-by-play voice of the Blue Jays Dan Shulman shares his thoughts on the Manoah development, how the Jays respond to being shut out and the Orioles’ impressive depth (21:01). Jeff closes the hour with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 kicks off the second hour with Anthony Castrovince from MLB Network and MLB.com to give his take on the Blue Jays this season and why the Orioles season was a surprise to everyone. Next up, Jeff answers your calls in the Back Leg Line before being joined by Orioles reporter Roch Kubatko (24:50) to give his insights on the decision of scratching Jack Flaherty hours before the game, what was the most surprising part of the Orioles season, and what the team’s future in the infield could look like. 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 kicks off the show by recapping last night's win over the Baltimore Orioles, John Schneider’s decision-making, and being able to shut down Ryan Mountcastle. Next up, former MLB pitcher and Blue Jays radio colour analyst Chris Leroux joins the show to give his take on the Jays being better than the Orioles, and who is more trustworthy between Romano and Hicks. Finally, Blue Jays analyst Joe Siddall joins the show (25:32) to give his take on Daulton Varsho changing his approach, Bo Bichette’s amazing defensive play, and his thoughts on Yusei Kikuchi’s outing. 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 starts the second hour looking at the odd reports that Alek Manoah is still in Toronto despite being optioned over a week ago before turning to the Back Leg Line (11:14) for your calls! Afterwards, Jeff is joined by Sportsnaut Orioles reporter Dan Connolly (25:01), who discusses John Angelos’ comments about not committing to the young core, a financial outlook on the Orioles’ long-term plans and what the team’s playoff rotation might look like. 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 kicks off the show with a look into the Jays’ three-game series against the Orioles starting tonight and the importance of this series for both an on- and off-field boost. Jeff welcomes in MASN Orioles’ broadcaster Geoff Arnold (12:16), who shares his perspective on Ryan Mountcastle’s hold over the Jays and his recent scorching stretch, the biggest shock of the season and Grayson Rodriguez’s ceiling this year. Later, MLB Network insider Mark Feinsand weighs in on White Sox relocation rumours, Orioles owner John Angelo’s hesitancy to commit to his core and how to fix the problems with the Yankees (26:15). 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 kicks off the second hour with Blue Jays Central’s Caleb Joseph, who shares his thoughts on Bo Bichette’s comments about playing ‘fearless,’ a team-wide approach at the plate, John Schneider’s lineup management and the Jordan Hicks experience. Later, the latest ‘In the East’ as well as a look at some of teams pushing in the AL Wild Card race (29:01). Finally, New York Times’ Tyler Kepner weighs in on the turmoil for the New York Yankees, Orioles’ owner John Angelos’ hesitancy to commit to his core long-term and which player would be the priority to lock up with a long contract (37:32). 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 is solo hosting this week on Blair & Barker as Kevin is off. So JB takes you over the weekend where the Jays win the series in Cincinnati taking 2 out of 3 against the Reds and the offence seems to have come alive after getting shutout on Friday. Then The Athletic’s Jayson Stark joins Jeff to discuss the tightened division and wild card races across the American League. Finally, Jeff checks in with the BBWAA and Forbes’ own Maury Brown (28:05) who talks about increased attendance in MLB this season as well as gives his take on his team, the red-hot Seattle Mariners. 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 look ahead to the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds and discuss the help they’ll have on the way with Kevin Kiermaier and Trevor Richards being activated tonight and Bo Bichette making his return on Saturday. Reds Vice President & General Manager Nick Krall previews the series from a Cincy perspective and talks about his ballclub’s plethora of exciting players and baseball being rejuvenated in the city (14:02). Blue Jays Manager John Schneider makes his weekly appearance with the guys (51:22), and spoke about Bo Bichette’s imminent return, how the bullpen sets up with everyone healthy, Daulton Varsho’s recent success at the plate and Cavan Biggio’s play since the all-star break. 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 welcome former MLB pitcher Bronson Arroyo who reflects on his recent entry into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, how he prepared for seasons, the Reds' turnaround season and Cincinnati baseball's links to the city's music scene. Later, Astros' radio broadcaster Steve Sparks shares his thoughts on what Houston's ceiling is, his long-term expectations for Justin Verlander, Kyle Tucker continuing to rake and manager Dusty Baker's importance down the stretch (30:07). They close (44:37) with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 recap Toronto’s 9-4 loss against the Phillies, particularly Kevin Gausman’s outing and a crucial play not made between Santiago Espinal and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Later, Jeff and Kevin welcome MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis on the show to discuss his re-vamped farm system rankings: why the Blue Jays are at #25, the Orioles topping the list, and if the Yankees have anyone in the pipeline or if they will have to continue to outspend other organizations (27:30). 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 are joined by ESPN insider Jeff Passan, who shares his thoughts on what has been a disastrous season for the New York Yankees, how the Wander Franco situation complicates things further for the Rays on- and off-field and the idea of load management in baseball. They close with your calls on the Back Leg Line! 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 begin the show giving an update on Bo Bichette's DH day down with the Buffalo Bisons, the Blue Jays' series-opening win against the Philadelphia Phillies and the Wild Card races in the AL. Then, Bisons' manager Casey Candaele stops by (17:53) to share his firsthand assessment of Bo's rehab start, what the organization is looking for in both Chad Green's and Trevor Richards' outings and what stood out to him about Spencer Horwitz on and off the field. Afterward, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman joins the guys to discuss (34:59) if Green and Richards will have a major role out of John Schneider's bullpen, the case for Toronto's game 2 starter for the post-season following Kevin Gausman and if Whit Merrifield will be a priority for the front office to bring back next year. 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.

Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about Jordan Romano's return to the bullpen, how Jordan Hicks performed in Romano's absence, how the team will ease Bo Bichette back into the lineup and what has impressed him from Yusei Kikuchi's recent outings. Afterward, MLB Network analyst and former Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. (27:03) discusses how he would approach the following season after his team had won a World Series, Bryce Harper's adjustment to playing at first base, and his perspective on Shohei Ohtani's upcoming 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open with the latest on the Blue Jays, including Jordan Romano's return from the IL and Bo Bichette's rehab stint in Buffalo. Then, they welcome Phillies analyst Ben Davis (25:03) to preview the upcoming series against Philadelphia, the NL East club's season so far, and to discuss the calm, steady demeanor of manager Rob Thomson. 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 Athletic's Jayson Stark joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (2:39) to discuss how the Tampa Bay Rays have juggled their pitching staff riddled by injuries, their history of growing talent within the organization, the battle for the third Wild Card spot, Seattle Mariners' approach to the trade deadline, and what the future holds for New York Yankees' GM Brian Cashman. Then, Mariners studio analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith (28:03) jumps on to chat about if there's a worry settling in as the team fights for a post-season spot, how important J.P. Crawford is for the roster, his view on the Baltimore Orioles season, and who is the ace of Seattle's pitching staff. 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 recap the Blue Jays’ weekend against the Cubs as Toronto lost two of three; but saw the bats break out in an 11-4 win on Sunday…only the second time this season that Toronto has scored double-digit runs at home. Later in the hour, the guys examine how Toronto’s division opponents fared over the weekend in the latest installment of ‘In the East’ (27:58), highlighted by Cedric Mullins’ late-game heroics in Seattle and a collapse of epic proportions from the Yankees against the Marlins. 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 welcome Blue Jays manager John Schneider to talk about the team's recent decision to option Alek Manoah to triple-A Buffalo, Bo Bichette's injury status, offensive inconsistency from series-to-series and different lineup configurations down the stretch. Later, ESPN insider Jeff Passan stops by for his weekly visit to share his thoughts on the Chicago Cubs ahead of their series against the Blue Jays, competition heating up in the AL West and Cody Bellinger’s standout season after betting on himself (33:21). 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 begin the show discussing the Blue Jays’ decision to send Alek Manoah to AAA Buffalo and recall Hagen Danner. The guys also share their thoughts on Toronto’s lineup for game one against the Cubs; notably Cavan Biggio hitting fifth in the order. To end the hour, 2015 American League MVP Josh Donaldson reminisces about being Jose Bautista’s teammate with the Blue Jays, admiring him from a far before he joined the organization, and how those Jays teams got along with all of the high-profile players and personalities in the clubhouse (26:41). 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 continue 'Bautista Week' with his former teammate Russell Martin, who shares some Joey Bats memories from with the Blue Jays and Junior College, his perspective of the iconic bat flip and the positives and negatives of pitch com from a catcher's perspective. Later, another former catcher and co-host of 'Foul Territory,' Erik Kratz weighs in on the Blue Jays' offensive drought, why Jays batters aren't adapting to the count in high leverage and the mental side of hitting with RISP (27:50). 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 hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays’ 4-3 loss to the Guardians in a game where both George Springer and John Schneider were ejected. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi comments on the Jays’ struggles at the dish, the Mariners being 1.5 games back of Toronto for the final wild-card spot, how the league perceives Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Angels buying at the deadline looking like it will backfire (28:51). 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.

Former Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (7:22) to chat about what brought his attention to Jose Bautista, the reasoning behind trading for him back in 2008, how he and Dwayne Murphy helped him throughout his career with his batting, combatting against elevated fastballs, and if it's possible to create run producers over the course of a season. Then, former Marlins president David Samson (24:36) stops by to discuss how teams would utilize their starting pitching during the post-season and Kevin Brown's suspension from the Baltimore Orioles broadcast crew. 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 discuss the Blue Jays’ hitting woes with runners in scoring position following Toronto’s 1-0 loss on Tuesday night. Guardians catcher Bo Naylor reflects on his rookie season to date, playing alongside his brother Josh, and the talent of Cleveland’s young starters like Gavin Williams and Tanner Bibee (15:48). To end the hour, the guys go to the Back Leg Line for questions and comments from Blue Jays fans. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Former Blue Jays slugger José Bautista (2:09) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the moment when he was traded to Toronto back in 2008, how he found consistency in his batting, the importance of taking care of his body, how he watches the game now, and his career revolving around the iconic bat flip in the 2015 ALDS. Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (24:33) look back at the legacy Bautista left behind with the Jays, his fight with the Texas Rangers, how the team ended their 22-year playoff drought, and Davis Schneider taking advantage of his stint in the Majors. 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 discuss Kevin Kiermaier hitting the IL and provide health updates on Hyun Jin Ryu after he left yesterday’s game with a contusion, closer Jordan Romano, and SS Bo Bichette. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times (24:15) joins the show to talk about ace Shane McClanahan likely being done for the year, if there are concerns about Tyler Glasnow after he was scratched from his last start, and the Orioles overtaking them atop the AL East. How will Yusei Kikuchi fare against the Guardians? Jeff and Kevin break down in the latest installment of ‘Between the Lines’. 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 and Kevin welcome the voice of the Cleveland Guardians Tom Hamilton (1:58) who takes us behind the scenes of the call of the fight between Jose Ramirez and Tim Anderson, how the team will move past the scuffle against the White Sox, and the performances from the Naylor brothers. Jeff and Kevin then go around the AL East! 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 kick off the week by reviewing an incredible weekend for the Blue Jays, and Davis Schneider, if they expect his excellent hitting to continue and if they have found a diamond in the rough. Then, Blue Jays Analyst Caleb Joseph (26:13) joins the show to preview what we should expect from the series against the Guardians and from Hyun-jin Ryu and what he saw from Schneider in his weekend 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.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the past difficulties against the Boston Red Sox, his conversations with his team about converting runs and approaches to the plate, what Davis Schneider can bring to the main roster, his assessment of the first go-around with a 6-man rotation and when we could eventually see Chad Green joining them. Then, ESPN's Jeff Passan stops by (26:06) to discuss which teams won and lost at the trade deadline, how Shohei Ohtani being removed from the trade block affected the market, if Ohtani can pitch and hit throughout his entire career and whether Baltimore has a chance of winning a World Series without an ace pitcher. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to the Blue Jays and Red Sox series and discuss the team’s lineup with Davis Schneider being recalled from Triple-A Buffalo and Danny Jansen batting in the cleanup spot. The Athletic’s Chad Jennings breaks down Boston’s season to date, the logjam in the AL East, when Trevor Story will make his season debut, and Alex Cora pulling the strings as Manager (26:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open with former Marlins president David Samson, who shares his thoughts on how the trade deadline may have impacted Shohei Ohtani's free agency, a long-term outlook on a slumping George Springer, the biggest sleeper teams and why there are no 'super-teams.' They close with listener questions on The Back Leg Line. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show by discussing another Blue Jays loss to an AL East opponent, Hyun-jin Ryu's season debut and return to the mound after his Tommy John Surgery, their post-trade deadline reactions 24 hours later and which player needs to step up in the absence of Bo Bichette in the lineup. Then, MLB Network's Jon Morosi (27:54) jumps on to chat about the acquisitions Toronto has made, how the division has shaped up after the deadline, Baltimore Orioles setting up their team for success this season and for the future, George Springer's struggles at the plate, and if Matt Chapman will have some interest in free agency with his 2023 performance. 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 deadline has come and gone, and Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the third hour of their deadline day coverage by going through the trades floating in after the official deadline. They cool down with Sportsnet Central Blue Jays analyst Caleb Joseph, who shares his thoughts on the team's deadline moves, whether or not it was enough and the biggest surprises from the day around the league (6:16). Later, an evaluation of the Blue Jays' outlook after the deadline, if they improved enough relative to other AL teams in a playoff spot and the best moves of the day (24:27). They finish off their trade deadline coverage by going live to Ross Atkins' press availability, and make some quick takeaways on his comments about Bo Bichette, the trade market and his thoughts on the moves they made (39:29). 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 kick off the second hour of their deadline coverage with former MLB general manager Dan Duquette, who relives some deadline day memories, sheds some light on how executives approach the trade deadline and when its time to push the prospect chips in. MASN Sports Orioles' reporter Roch Kubatko breaks down Baltimore's quiet deadline, why they might be hesitant to push in with their prospect pool, who's left for the team to target in the final moments before the deadline and the team's ceiling if no further moves come through (28:52). 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 begin their deadline day coverage with reactions to another Jays-Cardinals trade - this time for Paul DeJong - what the shortstop can bring to the team, what it says about Bo Bichette's health and what a potential follow-up move might consist of. Then, a quick look at some of the bigger moves around the league before they dive into the Jays' series-opening loss against the Orioles last night, whether George Springer's inactivity was a scheduled day off or if he was benched and what to expect from Hyun-jin Ryu's return to the big leagues tonight. Later, Dan Shulman weighs in on the DeJong trade, further insight into Bo's injury status and who the Jays should key in on in the final hour of deadline day (26:54). 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.

Jeff Blair kicks off the second hour with Cardinals reporter Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post Dispatch, who breaks down the behind-the-scenes negotiations between St. Louis and the Blue Jays for Jordan Hicks, what to expect out of the Jays' newly acquired reliever and what’s next for a busy Cardinals team (6:48). Then, the latest in the division with this week's 'In The East' (16:52). Finally, Ben Wagner joins the show from the Rogers Centre to tee up a crucial series between the Jays and Orioles, an already dried up trade market for position players and where Hicks will fit within the Jays' bullpen when Jordan Romano returns from the IL (27:53). 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.

Jeff Blair begins the show by sharing his reaction to the Blue Jays trading for St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Hicks. The Athletic's Jayson Stark (7:32) jumps on to explain why the fielders' market hasn't fired up ahead of the trade deadline compared to pitchers, the lack of super teams across the MLB, his thoughts on Toronto's newest bullpen member, and why the Baltimore Orioles could be a sleeper team a day before the deadline. Then, former Orioles and Blue Jays shortstop and hose of Baltimore Baseball Tonight Mike Bordick (32:43) weighs in on how the O's will approach the trade market, if they'll be buying, the organization's road map to building a successful team around their young players and witnessing Gunnar Henderson's breakout 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.

Blue Jays Manager John Schneider (6:23) discusses the importance of the Blue Jays upcoming series, sorting out the starting rotation with Hyun Jin Ryu close to a return, and George Springer’s recent slump at the plate. Following Schneider, Jeff and Kevin discuss Miles Mikolas being thrown out of Thursday’s game against the Cubs and how the situation was handled by the umpiring crew. To end off the week, the guys go to the ‘Back Leg Line’ (25:18) to answer questions on the batting order, Ryu’s impending return, and if we could see a current Jays starter moved to the pen later in the year or the postseason. 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 begin the show discussing the Blue Jays lineup changes including moving George Springer down to hitting fifth and Whit Merrifield leading off to start their series against the Angels. The guys bring MLB Network's Jon Morosi (10:37) into the conversation giving his thoughts on Toronto's changes, moves within the trade market ahead of the deadline, the direction of the White Sox organization, and which team in the AL East will need to add to their roster. Then, former pitcher and Friday Night Baseball's Dan Plesac (31:15) shares his experience days before a trade deadline, Lucas Giolito's scouting report, if teams can flip the switch and get better with RISP, and the impact of a 6-man starting rotation. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Intentional Talk’s Ryan Dempster (3:28) discusses Shohei Ohtani’s complete game, adding talent at the deadline even when players aren’t having great seasons, and how players deal with post-trade pressure when they know they’re being acquired by a team with expectations. Canadian baseball coach and scout Ken Lenihan (28:03) talks about how floods have affected the baseball-playing communities in Nova Scotia for a few minutes before Blair and Barker solicit a few questions on the ‘Back Leg Line’ 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 discuss the latest trade talk around MLB, notably the Angels announcing that Shohei Ohtani will not be traded before the deadline and Carlos Santana going to the Brewers. Later on, they revisit the Blue Jays west-coast trip before looking ahead to their upcoming homestand. Longtime MLB broadcaster and host of the “Angels Win” podcast, Victor Rojas (31:37) discusses Ohtani staying put, his impact on the Angels (on a day he pitched a complete game), and the team acquiring Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez to make a run for the postseason. 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.

MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand breaks down the players he thinks are most likely to be dealt ahead of the deadline and the Yankees’ hitting woes with Aaron Judge absent from the lineup. Dodgers analyst (and former Angels broadcaster) José Mota provides a scouting report on Julio Urias as he gets ready to face the Blue Jays before talking about Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman as a dream 1-2 atop L.A.’s batting order, and if Shohei Ohtani will still be an Angel on August 2nd (26:44). 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 recap Toronto’s 6-3 win over the Dodgers and discuss the team’s position ahead of the trade deadline. Notably, they talk about Jeff Passan’s reporting on the Blue Jays who suggests that they are in the “muddled middle” of the American league and who they could be targeting to add to the club. Sportsnet’s Buck Martinez comments on the Jays taking game one at Dodger Stadium, particularly Daulton Varsho’s clutch at-bat and how he can maintain momentum in the batter’s box (26:51). 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.

2003 NL Cy Young Winner and Dodgers legend Eric Gagné reflects on his career, the 2023 edition of the Dodgers, pitching high-leverage innings in the postseason, his epic showdown with Barry Bonds, and the amount of promising Canadian players in MLB. Jeff and Kevin examine potential trade targets for the Blue Jays with just over a week until the deadline before taking a call on the Back Leg Line. 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.

Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker with his takeaways from the Blue Jays series in Seattle as Toronto avoided the sweep with a win in the finale. The guys discuss Bo Bichette’s recent stretch of games, Nate Pearson being sent down, and if Danny Jansen avoided serious injury after leaving Sunday’s game (7:33). With Toronto currently sitting in third place in the division, Blair & Barker examine how Toronto’s rivals fared over the weekend in the latest installment of ‘In the East’ (34:04). 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.

Three-time Gold Glove winner and former Mariners’ All-Star selection Mike Cameron (2:03) discusses Seattle’s expectations after making the postseason in 2022, the hitting dimensions at T-Mobile Park, and his thoughts on the rule changes implemented by MLB ahead of this year. Longtime Blue Jays outfielder and current Mariner Teoscar Hernandez (24:19) joins Jeff and Kevin to reflect on his season before looking back on his time with the Blue Jays, playing with his ex-teammates, his relationship with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and calling him during the Home Run Derby. 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 discuss the Blue Jays acquisition of Genesis Cabrera from the Cardinals and look ahead to Yusei Kikuchi’s start as he returns to T-Mobile Park to face the Mariners. Later in the hour they’re joined by Blue Jays’ Manager John Schneider (25:23) after earning his 100th career victory on Thursday against the Padres. 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 hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays' 4-0 win over the San Diego Padres, as Chris Bassitt picked up his 10th victory of the year. 14-Year MLB veteran and podcast host Bret Boone looks ahead to the Blue Jays’ next series against the Mariners, if they’ll avoid being sellers at the deadline, and his other former team the Reds staying competitive in the NL Central (30:38). Sportsnet’s Caleb Joseph shares his thoughts on the Jays before they hit their west-coast trip, if they should be interested in a DH like Nelson Cruz, and if Mike Elias will part with some of his top prospects to improve the Orioles at the deadline (52:26). Cardinals beat reporter Derrick Goold talks about St. Louis’ disappointing season, the Cards’ players that contenders covet via trade, and covering 3B Scott Rolen’s career as he gets inducted into the Hall of Fame this weekend (1:17:37). 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 discuss Alek Manoah’s start against the Padres and react to GM Ross Atkins’ pre-game availability where he touched on Manoah and his shopping list for the trade deadline. MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis shares his scouting report on Toronto’s first-round draft pick Arjun Nimmala before talking about Orelvis Martinez’s promotion to Triple-A Buffalo, and how the industry views the Blue Jays’ farm system overall (28:21). Padres broadcaster and Barker’s former teammate Bob Scanlan shares his views on the Padres-Jays series so far and if teams could come calling for Juan Soto ahead of the deadline (51:28). Shi Davidi checks-in live from Rogers Centre with an injury update on Kevin Gausman before discussing Alek Manoah and Hyun-Jin Ryu’s impending return (1:29:23). 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 & Kevin Barker look ahead to the Toronto Blue Jays’ three-game series against San Diego with Alek Manaoh taking the mound in the opening game. Padres TV analyst and former Major League Pitcher Mark Grant discusses the sky-high expectations for the team ahead of this season and also shares a scouting report on Joe Musgrove and the rotation (28:10). With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, Blair & Barker call up Jon Morosi to break down the rumours ahead of August 1st including the interest in Shohei Ohtani’s immediate future (52:10). Blue Jays radio voice Ben Wagner joins the guys ahead of first pitch and comments on prospect Orelvis Martinez’s promotion to AAA (1:16:40). 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 return from the weekend do discuss the Blue Jays sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and it being all the more impressive without Kevin Gausman and Jordan Romano. After breaking down Toronto’s weekend, the guys focus on their division rivals with the latest installment of ‘In The East’ (31:41). The Athletic’s Jayson Stark discusses the sights and sounds from All-Star week in Seattle, a legends home run derby that could take place in 2024, the Yankees struggles, and how he sees the Blue Jays doing in the unofficial second half. Jeff and Kevin go to the Back Leg Line to take a few questions from fans; notably if there’s a chance for a Marcus Stroman reunion in Toronto (53:16). 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker return from the All-Star break along with the rest of Major League Baseball. Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman checks-in from Rogers Centre before his call of Blue Jays-Diamondbacks this weekend (25:33). D-backs Senior Advisor and 2001 World Series hero Luis Gonzalez joins the guys to discuss his experience winning the home run derby in Seattle (just like Vlad Jr.), Corbin Carroll’s campaign and MVP candidacy, and Arizona’s staying competitive in the NL West (49:14). After a few days off, the guys go to the Back Leg Line to hear what the fans have to say (1:16:17). 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.

With Alek Manaoh returning to the mound tonight against the Detroit Tigers, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to tonight’s game and Danny Jansen catching him behind the plate. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale discusses MLB at the All-Star break, notably the disappointing seasons for the Mets and Padres, NL Rookie of the Year favorite Corbin Carroll’s shoulder injury, and his second-half expectations for Toronto (29:11). Blue Jays manager John Schneider examines the 162 games (94-68 record) he’s managed for Toronto, what he and the coaches are expecting from Manoah, his all-star week plans, and more ahead of the Tigers series (50:07). 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 discuss the Blue Jays 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox; as Vladimir Guerrero hit a clutch go-ahead home run and Jordan Romano locked down the save. The guys invite White Sox analyst Darrin Jackson on for the weather report in Chicago before asking him about the team’s plans for the trade deadline and Luis Robert Jr’s contributions to the lineup (26:40). David Samson joins the show with his thoughts on how Mike Trout’s injury, Shohei Ohtani’s contract negotiations, Alek Manoah making his return against the Tigers, and when teams know they’re going to definitively be buyers (51:57). MLB.com’s draft and prospects analyst Jonathan Mayo previews next week’s MLB draft: which LSU star is going first overall and who do the Jays have their eye on at pick number 20? (1:19:25) 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 share their thoughts following the Red Sox sweep of the Blue Jays over the weekend and examine their schedule going forward in the second half. Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi discusses what he saw from Alek Manaoh in his rehab start with the Fisher Cats and the latest on Hyun-Jin Ryu’s status as he looks to re-join Toronto later this month (31:03). The Braves are sending eight players to the All-Star Game in Seattle; notably their entire infield. Atlanta’s President & General Manager Alex Anthopolous discusses the feat and his club’s incredible first half to the season (49:32). Finally, breaking news hits the show as John Schneider mentions in his pre-game availability that Alek Manoah will make his return to the Blue Jays on Friday and start against the Detroit Tigers (1:13:09). 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 are joined by WEEI’s Red Sox reporter Rob Bradford as Boston makes their first trip to Rogers Centre this season (28:08). Blue Jays Manager John Schneider makes his weekly appearance with the guys to discuss pitching to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the home run derby, Tim Mayza’s all-star calibre season, and Yosver Zulueta pitching in the Futures Game (51:06). MLB insider Jeff Passan joins the guys with breaking news as the first big trade of the season goes down with Aroldis Chapman going from Kansas City to the Texas Rangers (1:16:15). 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 are joined by Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman to discuss the latest surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays, including how many wins it will take to secure a spot in the postseason, Chris Bassitt’s numbers against left-handed hitters and Alejandro Kirk making his return from the IL (9:21). Longtime MLB executive and current Giants President Farhan Zaidi discusses his club’s strong season to date, attempting to go big-game hunting in free agency this past winter, and the use of analytics in San Francisco’s front office (30:31). Blair and Barker discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s participation in the upcoming Home Run Derby during all-star week in Seattle before being joined by Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times who discussed Shohei Ohtani’s present and (free-agent) future (1:16:51). 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker examine the Blue Jays 3-0 loss to the Giants despite Kevin Gausman’s strong outing with twelve strikeouts. Blue Jays EVP/GM Ross Atkins discusses his ballclub at the halfway point of the season; notably Alek Manoah’s work in Florida, Bo Bichette’s standout season, having difficulty hitting with runners in scoring position, and how he views Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s first-half production (26:04). Three-Time World Champion with the Giants Jeremy Affeldt talks about how San Francisco’s Gabe Kapler has evolved from his first manager job with the Phillies, the success he and the Giants had under Bruce Bochy in the 2010s, this year’s Giants squad, and his podcast ‘Built for The Storm’ (51:41). 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 begin the show discussing the news of the day: Alek Manoah’s first start in the Florida Complex League where he lasted 2.2 innings and allowed 11 earned runs. With San Francisco coming to town, the guys call up ex-Giants hurler and current analyst Shawn Estes to preview the upcoming series and talk some pitching (28:11). MLB Network analyst and former executive Dan O’Dowd gives his perspective on the adjustments Alek Manoah needs to make in Florida, how Toronto has handled the situation sending him down and if Buck Showalter is on the hot seat in New York (51:03). Blue Jays radio voice Ben Wagner checks-in from Rogers Centre ahead of the first pitch of Blue Jays-Giants (1:17:14). 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 return from the weekend following the Blue Jays’ series win over the Oakland A’s and Blair having correctly predicted that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. would hit his first home run of the season at Rogers Centre. The guys examine how Toronto’s division rivals fared over the weekend as ‘In The East’ makes its return (26:01). MLB Network’s Jon Morosi joins the show to discuss the All-Star Game voting process, Freddie Freeman’s offensive prowess, the Orioles promoting Jordan Westburg, and when the Blue Jays could recall Alek Manoah from Florida (54:55). 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.

A’s TV analyst and former starting pitcher Dallas Braden joins Jeff Blair & Kevin Barker from Rogers Centre to preview the Blue Jays’ weekend series vs. Oakland and discuss the tough season for the team on-and-off the field (8:50). Blue Jays Manager John Schneider talks to the guys about the team’s recent stretch, why it’s tough to give Bo Bichette days off, what he’s seeing with Vladimir Guerrero at the plate, and if teams have adjusted to him (27:18). MLB insider Jeff Passan joins the show from New York City where he spoke about the Reds streak, Wander Franco, and provides a scouting report on…Raptors first-round pick Gradey Dick(??) (48:57) 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 & Kevin Barker are joined by former Reds infielder Paul Janish to discuss Cincinnati taking MLB by storm following their 11th straight win yesterday against the Rockies (11:26). With the College World Series going this weekend, the guys call up ESPN’s NCAA Baseball analyst Kyle Peterson to talk about how the college game has evolved over the years, and the top ranked players expected to be drafted into MLB organizations next month ( 33:51). MLB Network Radio’s Ryan Spilborghs discusses Kevin Cash’s decision to sit Wander Franco, the bizarre ending to White Sox-Rangers the other night, and how he believes Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is too talented to slump all season-long (52:36). To end the show, Blair and Barker hear from the fans, including Billy from Markham’s inaugural call to the Back Leg Line! 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 begin their show following the Blue Jays’ series victory over the Miami Marlins; as Kevin Gausman pitched six solid innings and Matt Chapman went yard to give Toronto the 6-3 win. Before signing with the Red Sox, was Masataka Yoshida nearly a Blue Jay? The guys examine how Toronto’s offseason could have been much different if they inked the Japanese star (26:05). Former Marlins President & host of ‘Nothing Personal’ David Samson weighs-in with his most recent thoughts on the Jays and how to pivot as a front-office when your trade (or free-agent) target falls through and goes elsewhere (52:03). 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 has returned and is reunited with his co-host Kevin Barker! Together the guys examine the state of the Blue Jays after Monday’s 11-0 loss, particularly the team’s struggles at the dish against the Marlins pitching. The guys take a few calls on the Back Leg Line before being joined by The Athletic’s Jayson Stark who discussed Toronto’s inconsistent play, why he still feels they’re a playoff team with the third wild card spot, what makes Luis Arraez such a prolific hitter, the Oakland A’s, and Rob Manfred’s comments about the team’s fan base last week (53:45). 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 Kevin Barker discuss the latest surrounding the Blue Jays: losing two of three to Texas, Alejandro Kirk hitting the IL, and changes to the batting order for their upcoming series against the Miami Marlins. Former MLB executive Jim Bowden joins the show with his latest thoughts on Alek Manoah after he was sent down to Florida, the conversations being had by GMs leading up to the trade deadline and if he would start selling if he was in charge of the Cardinals and Mets (28:56). Marlins (and Yankees) analyst Jeff Nelson previews the Toronto-Miami series, before discussing Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara’s struggles and the Yankees woes without Aaron Judge in the lineup (51:45). 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 Kevin Barker are joined in-studio by Sportsnet’s Caleb Joseph with his most recent thoughts on the Blue Jays after their series loss in Baltimore. Speaking of the Orioles, the guys call up Caleb’s old teammate, outfielder Adam Jones, to share stories from their playing days together (26:43). Rangers TV analyst Mark McLemore previews the Jays weekend series against Texas and discusses Bruce Bochy’s influence on the organization, and Jacob deGrom being lost for the season (52:40). 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 Kevin Barker discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles as their record against AL East opponents falls to 7-17 this season. British Columbia’s own Rich Harden joins the show (26:12) to discuss his career and the honour of being inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame this weekend in St. Marys. MLB insider Jeff Passan makes his return to the show (49:40) and shares his thoughts on why he doesn’t think the Blue Jays will be sellers, Alek Manaoh being sent down to Florida, the A’s potential move to Las Vegas, and the Yankees winning despite their injuries. 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.