Best Scott MacArthur Podcasts (2024)

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Snakebitten Jays Get Blown Out in the Desert 49:39

30m ago49:39

49:39

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 12-1 blowout loss to the Diamondbacks to lose the series in Arizona at Chase Field. He takes your calls and texts, and chats about the change that likely awaits the Jays in the offseason. Who wears the blame: John Schneider, Ross Atkins, Mark Shapiro, the hitting coaches, the players...or all of the above? Would …

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Jays Blow It Late 2.0, Circle of Trust Shrinks Even Further 46:07

9h ago46:07

46:07

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off loss to the Diamondbacks to open the three-game series in Arizona. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to Trevor Richards blowing it once more - is he out of the bullpen 'circle of trust'? Is Chad Green, despite his struggles in this game, the only member? Does Génesis Cabrera deserve to replace …

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JTP: Inside the Blue Jays’ Draft Process + Joe Hendry 1:39:52

23h ago1:39:52

1:39:52

Blake Murphy is joined by Madison Shipman to discuss the win vs. the Giants, Ernie Clement and more. Afterwards, Russell Dorsey (22:59) explains what he learned about Vladimir Guerrero through his 1on1 interview and how he would approach Toronto’s trade deadline. WWE/TNA Joe Hendry reflects on his rise in the WWE. Nick Piecoro discusses the state o…

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Gausman Shoves for Seven in San Francisco, Jays Grab Series Win 28:57

1d ago28:57

28:57

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 win over the Giants to grab a series win out west in San Francisco! They take your calls, and discuss the seven innings from Kevin Gausman - has he righted the ship with two great starts in a row? They get into the injuries to Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho, how the Buffalo Brigade needs to …

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JTP: Holy Injuries + Blue Jays Options at #20 1:39:43

2d ago1:39:43

1:39:43

Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Black to recap an injury-riddled win vs. the Giants and discuss what a Blue Jays sell at the trade deadline looks like (26:27). Kiley McDaniel discusses the quality of the MLB Draft and the best prospects for the Blue Jays at 20th (40:06). Meg Rowley gives her thoughts on the Mariners and Blue Jays ahead of the trade…

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Clement Drives Home Four, Jays Smoke Giants w/ Massive Sixth Inning 40:10

2d ago40:10

40:10

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 10-6 win over the Giants to even this series at one game apiece! He takes your calls and texts, and gets into the sixth inning in which the Jays scored six runs with seven straight hits - was that the best offensive inning of the whole season? He discusses the uneven outing from Chris Bassitt - five innings of th…

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JTP: A New Way To Lose & MLB Draft Prep 1:39:36

3d ago1:39:36

1:39:36

Blake Murphy is joined by Shi Davidi to recap the 9th-inning collapse vs. the Giants and look ahead to the trade deadline. Carlos Collazo (25:00) gets you ready for the MLB Draft including who the Blue Jays could grab 20th overall. Michael Baumann (49:44) explains how a new generation of baseball players are utilizing analytics tools to get better.…

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Kikuchi Carves Giants for 13 Ks, Jays Blow It Late 35:35

4d ago35:35

35:35

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 4-3 walk-off loss to the Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco to kick off this three-game series. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to Trevor Richards blowing the save in the ninth - why no Chad Green? If Green was unavailable, was Richards the right guy? Did he get hosed by the umpire vs. Tyler Fit…

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JTP: Springer’s Turnaround + Updated Jays Top 30 1:39:41

4d ago1:39:41

1:39:41

Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to look at George Springer’s journey to finding a groove at the plate and Yariel Rodriguez’s strong recent outings. Geoff Pontes (30:32) discusses Baseball America’s Top 100 MLB Prospects including the Blue Jays’ latest top 30. Craig Goldstein (56:32)provides the state of the Dodgers and how Bo Bichette wou…

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S2E27 - The Seattle Celly 1:04:23

5d ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Off a mostly successful weekend in Seattle for the Toronto Blue Jays, Griff and Scotty Mac share memories of the annual trip to the Jays' western "home away from home." Do we owe George Springer an apology? With Kevin Pillar reaching the coveted 10 years of Major League service time, the guys celebrate Pillar's unlikely career. Plus, a debate over …

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JTP: A Series Win + Ryan Dempster 1:39:16

5d ago1:39:16

1:39:16

Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Leroux to recap the weekend series vs. the Mariners and the bullpens performance. Ben Clemens tosses around some Blue Jays trade ideas (28:01). Ryan Dempster discusses the Cubs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s hitting and Bo Bichette’s struggles at the plate (49:35). In the final segment, Marney Gellner joins the show ahead …

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Springer Stays Hot, Jays Win Sea-ries at Rogers Centre West 43:25

6d ago43:25

43:25

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 extra-innings win over the Mariners to take the series in Seattle! They take your calls and texts, and get to the three-run bomb from George Springer - he has been one of baseball's hottest hitters recently, can he keep it going? They discuss the bullpen holding it down for four innings - is…

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Y-Rod Shoves, Jays Even Series in Seattle 45:43

7d ago45:43

45:43

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Mariners to even the series at one game apiece in Seattle! They take your calls and texts, and discuss another great outing from Yariel Rodríguez, who allowed just one hit and no runs over six innings of work - is it something he can keep up going forward? They chat about Daulto…

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Jays Lose Pitchers' Duel, Fall 10 Games Under .500 35:18

8d ago35:18

35:18

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss vs. the Mariners to open the three-game series at T-Mobile Park. He takes your calls and texts, and gets to the six innings of one-run ball from Kevin Gausman - how important is it that he bounced back after his previous outing? Does it really matter when the team is ten games under .500? He gets into th…

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JTP: Who’s Getting Traded Where + Brent Lavallee 1:39:50

8d ago1:39:50

1:39:50

Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to go through teams that could show interest in Blue Jays players (20:19). Brent Lavallee discusses his Vancouver Canadians roster and what’s behind their 10-3 start to the season. Andrea Arcadipane previews the Seattle Mariners and breaks down what is behind Julio Rodriguez's struggles at the plate. (4…

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Jays Lose Series vs. Astros, Slip Nine Games Below .500 58:34

9d ago58:34

58:34

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 loss in the series finale vs. the Astros to wrap up a series loss. They take your calls, and get into the start from Chris Bassitt, who allowed three earned runs over five innings of work - what was up Bassitt's strange outing? They discuss the terrific work Spencer Horwitz has been doing wi…

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JTP: Bullpen Blows It + Bichette’s Trade Market 1:39:39

9d ago1:39:39

1:39:39

Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Black to recap the loss to the Astros and analyze George Springer’s renaissance at the plate. Jon Becker (30:23) discusses Yusei Kikuchi’s trade value. Jim Bowden (49:45) explains the pressure on the front office and what Bo Bichette’s trade market looks like. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are thos…

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Jays Bullpen Implodes at Home (Again) 31:39

10d ago31:39

31:39

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-2 loss to the Astros at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get into the outing from Yusei Kikuchi, who allowed two runs over 5.2 IP - should that be enough most nights for a team to grab a win? They get into the offence largely no-showing, and also discuss the bullpen imploding from …

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JTP: Springer Keeps Hitting + Trade Deadline 1:39:35

10d ago1:39:35

1:39:35

Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to recap Nate Pearson’s quality innings, Jose Berrios’ shaky 5th inning and George Springer’s hitting. Jon Morosi (49:41) provides an overview of the Blue Jays’ options heading into the trade deadline. Keith Law accesses the Blue Jays’ farm system, including the recently recalled Leo Jimenez (1:13:52). The view…

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A Springer Dinger + Bullpen Help Jays Even Series 32:14

11d ago32:14

32:14

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 win over the Astros to even the series at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls, and discuss Chad Green holding it down to end the game alongside Nate Pearson's two innings of scoreless relief - were the right buttons pushed for the bullpen? They discuss George Springer rocking another hom…

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S2E26 - The Dog Days of July 1:00:07

11d ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Griff and Scotty Mac record on Tuesday, July 2, fresh off the Toronto Blue Jays' Canada Day loss to the Houston Astros, Toronto's 10th defeat in 13 games. Griff thinks a major piece of the Jays' core could be dealt at the trade deadline; Scotty Mac isn't so sure because of what it would mean for the front office. What was with the empty seats at Ro…

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JTP: A Missed Opportunity + the Surging Astros 1:39:49

11d ago1:39:49

1:39:49

Blake Murphy is joined by Julia Kreuz to recap the Canada Day festivities and the loss to the Astros. Robert Ford (30:25) and Chandler Rome join the show (50:04) to discuss Hunter Brown and what has gone into the Astros’ improved play. Also, Joe Siddall gives his thoughts on Bo Bichette, George Springer and Yariel Rodriguez’s start (1:12:37). The v…

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Jays Suffer Canada Day Power Outage at the Dome 37:32

12d ago37:32

37:32

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss to the Astros on Canada Day at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence getting shut down by Hunter Brown and the Astros bullpen. What was behind their approach today? They get into the 6.2 IP of one-run ball from Yariel Rodríguez in what was likely his…

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JTP: Weekend Recap & Vladdy’s Turnaround 1:39:51

12d ago1:39:51

1:39:51

Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to recap the weekend and Tim Mayza getting DFA’d (02:35). Bobby Wagner pops by to discuss the suddenly relevant New York Mets (29:27). Robert Orr discusses how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s turned around his season (51:30). In the final segment, Blake looks at how the Blue Jays have faired historically on Canada …

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Jays Wrap June w/ Series Split vs. Yankees 51:15

13d ago51:15

51:15

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 8-1 loss vs. the Yankees to ensure a series split at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman's bizarre outing, one in which he gave up seven earned runs and issued five walks over 4.1 IP - is it something to be concerned about going forward? They discuss…

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Vladdy Drives Home Six Runs, Jays Take Series Lead 45:24

14d ago45:24

45:24

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 9-3 win over the Yankees at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s big day as he slammed a home run and knocked in six RBI - is this the version of Vladdy everyone's been waiting on? If so, why does he still get so much criticism? They get into Isi…

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Jays Blown Out by Yankees at the Dome 29:34

15d ago29:34

29:34

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 16-5 loss vs. the Yankees as the series is tied at one game apiece. They take your calls, and get right to the bullpen - is it time for Tim Mayza and Nate Pearson both to go? They get into the offence, which despite the team's record continues to look better, and discuss the start from Yusei Kik…

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JTP: Springer Dingers + State of the Yankees 1:39:19

15d ago1:39:19

1:39:19

Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss George Springer hitting home runs again and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showing off his power stroke. Ryan Ruocco (29:16) explains how Marcus Stroman has made his presence felt in New York. Bisons outfielder Alan Roden (49:38) discusses how he’s adjusted to AAA and his approach at the plate. Russell Ca…

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Two Springer Dingers Propel Jays to Blowout Win 34:10

16d ago34:10

34:10

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-2 win over the Yankees to kick off the four-game series at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls, and discuss the two home runs from George Springer - what did he see from Carlos Rodón that led him to drive in six RBI? They discuss the Jays offensive approach in general, which also saw a sol…

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JTP: Jays Front Office at the Deadline + Bichette Bounce back? 1:39:25

16d ago1:39:25

1:39:25

Blake Murphy is joined by JD Bunkis to voice how fans are feeling about the Blue Jays and give his thoughts on the Raptors’ #19 pick in Ja’Kobe Walter. Stephanie Apstein (31:39) discusses the Yankees and the surging Orioles. Dan Szymborski analyzes the likelihood of Bo Bichette and George Springer rebounding from their seasons (49:49). Eric Koreen …

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JTP: Jays Trade Market & Vladdy’s Power 1:39:32

17d ago1:39:32

1:39:32

Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hitting dingers again and what the front office is considering ahead of the trade deadline (02:00). Levi Weaver talks Jays players who could be dealt if the team elects to sell (50:32). In the final segment, Patrick Dubuque details why MLB offence is trending down (01:15…

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Jays Bats Break Out in Boston to Snap Skid 33:39

18d ago33:39

33:39

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-4 win over the Red Sox at Fenway Park to end the losing streak! They take your calls, and get right to the batting order - was this the secret sauce that (finally) led to victory? They discuss the massive third inning, including a home run from George Springer - how important is it that he tre…

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JTP: A Dumbfounding Loss & Orlando Hudson 1:39:19

18d ago1:39:19

1:39:19

Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to dissect an error-riddled loss to the Red Sox (02:40). Chris Rose gives his thoughts on what the Blue Jays should do with the current roster (33:05). Former Blue Jay Orlando Hudson reminisces on memories with the team and how important Willie Mays was to baseball and other Black players (50:45). In the final …

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Vladdy's Longest HR Ever Lost Amidst Seven Game Losing Streak 18:43

19d ago18:43

18:43

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 walk-off loss to the Red Sox at Fenway Park. They take your calls, and discuss the seven-game losing streak, as the Jays held a 6-2 lead heading to the bottom of the eighth inning, and blew it late. They get into the start from Chris Bassitt, who turned in seven innings of two-run ball, and …

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S2E25 - The Silence of the Scams 1:03:02

19d ago1:03:02

1:03:02

The Toronto Blue Jays are experiencing "a season in crisis," as Scotty Mac now puts it. Griff and Scotty Mac discuss who in the Blue Jays organization needs to speak to this mess and their answer may surprise you. Is there even the posssibility of accountability from on high? How close is the team to be sure-fire sellers at the trade deadline? Who,…

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JTP: A Lousy Weekend & Orelvis’ Suspension 1:39:39

19d ago1:39:39

1:39:39

Blake Murphy is joined by Shi Davidi to discuss what we know about the Orelvis Martinez suspension. Gabrielle Starr checks in to preview the streaking Red Sox. Doug Fox updates where the Jays farm system sits and Colton Hall, whose photo of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went viral, outlines his approach to photography and the reaction to his iconic still. …

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Despite Two Horwitz Bombs, Jays Losing Streak Hits a Season-Worst Six Games 55:21

20d ago55:21

55:21

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 loss to the Guardians to wrap up a second consecutive series sweep. They take your calls and texts, and get to the now season-worst six game losing streak - what depths does the team need to reach before a change is made? Will it happen on this road trip, before Canada Day, or the All-Star B…

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Jays Losing Streak Hits Five, Matches Season-Worst Skid 1:02:14

21d ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss to the Guardians to lose the series at Progressive Field. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the ninth inning injury to Daulton Varsho - after being removed with lower back tightness, what are the Jays' options if he is forced to miss time? They get into the play of Vladimir Gu…

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Jays Losing Streak Hits Four in Cleveland 26:26

22d ago26:26

26:26

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 loss to the Guardians in Cleveland to kick off the road trip. They take your calls, and get to Yariel Rodríguez only lasting 1.1 IP - what was up with him today? Was he brought off the IL too soon? They discuss the offence only mustering the one run - a solo home run from Vladimir Guerrero J…

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JTP: Blue Jays Selling Options & Bisons’ Ryan Long 1:39:43

22d ago1:39:43

1:39:43

Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to discuss how the 2024 Blue Jays compare to other teams in recent franchise history along with what a Blue Jays sell looks like this season. David Laurila discusses the Guardians and why some players feel the MLB is juicing baseballs. Bisons hitting coach Ryan Long gives his thoughts on how he has grown as…

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JTP: New Low in Sox Sweep & Celebrating Mays at Rickwood Field 1:39:42

23d ago1:39:42

1:39:42

Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to recap the Blue Jays getting swept by the Red Sox and what the front office’s appetite to sell may be. Matthew Ritchie discusses the history of Rickwood Field and Willie Mays’ connection to fans. Eno Sarris breaks down Kevin Gausman’s struggles and why he’s intrigued by Bowden Francis. In the final se…

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Jays Swept Away by Red Sox at the Dome 37:17

24d ago37:17

37:17

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Red Sox, completing the Boston sweep at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get to the offence failing to produce yet again - even if the team did DFA or trade multiple players, who else can possibly be called up? Is this roster something that can be fixed in-season? Th…

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JTP: Martinez Called Up, Tough Decisions Ahead & Sami Zayn 1:39:35

24d ago1:39:35

1:39:35

Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to recap a loss to the Red Sox. WWE Wrestler Sami Zayn joins to discuss where his love for comedy started leading up to his show in Toronto on July 4. Jon Morosi outlines the tough decisions ahead for the Blue Jays front office. In the final segment, Brandon Wile looks at future MLB rule changes, specifical…

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Remembering Willie Mays + Jays Lose Series vs. Red Sox 24:45

25d ago24:45

24:45

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss the passing of Willie Mays at the age of 93, one of the game's greatest players, and share some thoughts on his Hall of Fame career. Afterwards, they break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Red Sox to lose the series at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get into the pinch hit decisions of John Schne…

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JTP: Red Sox Loss, Quiet Bats & Bullpen Usage 1:39:41

25d ago1:39:41

1:39:41

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst Madison Shipman in-studio to recap Monday's loss to the Red Sox, while Ben Clemens of FanGraphs accesses Bo Bichette’s market and what makes Danny Jansen a unique catcher (25:15). Afterwards, The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey touches on why the Red Sox are in the midst of a season-defining stretch (5…

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Another Swing and Miss on Road Back to .500 30:40

26d ago30:40

30:40

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Red Sox to open the three-game series at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get to the lineup decisions - was it right to not have two lefty bats in the lineup vs. Victoria BC native Nick Pivetta? They get into Yusei Kikuchi giving up four home runs, including two to M…

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S2E24 - The Sustainability Quandary 1:03:46

26d ago1:03:46

1:03:46

The Toronto Blue Jays have made changes to the roster; it's apparent the club's philosophy also has changed in its pursuit of more offence. Griff and Scotty Mac wonder: is the new philosophy sustainable? The Blue Jays are dealing with another worrying injury in the bullpen. And the 30th anniversary of the OJ Simpson Bronco chase brings up where-wer…

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JTP: Prospect Report & State of the Red Sox 1:39:47

26d ago1:39:47

1:39:47

Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Cotillo to get the latest on the Red Sox ahead of a crucial 3-game series. Chris Black discusses Ernie Clement’s big weekend and Daulton Varsho’s grand slam on Sunday (24:23). Geoff Pontes provides the latest on Adam Macko, Alan Roden and other Blue Jays prospects (50:05). In the final segment, Davy Andrews explains …

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Jays Nab Thrilling Father's Day Win over Guardians 48:37

27d ago48:37

48:37

Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 7-6 win over the Guardians to take the series on Father's Day! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence finally breaking through courtesy of a monster fifth inning of work - how great is it to see Daulton Varsho crush a grand slam? They discuss how the Jays needed every last …

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Jays Bats Break Through, Bullpen Blanks Guardians 47:04

28d ago47:04

47:04

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 5-0 win over the Guardians to even the series at one game apiece! They take your texts, and get right to the performance of all six relievers including both Trevor Richards and Bowden Francis. How has Francis' splitter allowed him to pitch more to lefties? What will the plan look like when Y…

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