Best East Coasters Podcasts (2024)

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Rough Drafts 36:13

4h ago36:13

36:13

This week, we zoom out a bit as Ben wonders: have the Blue Jays drafted well? Bo Bichette was a great pick (02:14) but since then, the Blue Jays have struggled (09:52) and the repercussions have been massive (21:00). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan …

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Setting Summer Strategy 1:01:28

6d ago1:01:28

1:01:28

It’s time to set a summer strategy. Ben and Arden start by discussing the Blue Jays’ best approach to the trade deadline (4:46) before touching on some issues in the bullpen (28:10) and what’s next for Bo Bichette (40:59). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN This podcast is produced and soun…

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A Conversation w/ AlexStudios | The Coaster Life Podcast #7 59:09

12d ago59:09

59:09

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast, I have a conversation with Alex from AlexStudios about his journey as a coaster enthusiast, some of the cool video projects that he has been able to work on, and more. Hope you enjoy the podcast episode! Be sure to follow our podcast guest on Instagram and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexstudios980…

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Time For a Reset? 1:05:09

13d ago1:05:09

1:05:09

The way things are going, it’s time to look ahead to 2025. Ben and Arden start with a big-picture look at the franchise (00:34) before discussing Orelvis Martinez’ suspension (19:05) and the vibe around the Blue Jays (25:25). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christ…

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Let the Kids Play 47:17

20d ago47:17

47:17

First it was Barger and Horwitz, now Orelvis Martinez is up, too. This week Ben and Arden discuss the Jays’ recent plateau (00:26), where they’d have to be to justify buying (21:06) and the state of the depleted Jays bullpen (42:04). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered b…

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Jays in the Murky Middle 1:14:00

28d ago1:14:00

1:14:00

The Blue Jays are below .500, but they’re still in the Wild Card mix (07:58). Ben and Arden discuss the Spencer Horwitz promotion (34:43), how much patience veteran hitters deserve (45:29) and the open fifth rotation spot (55:26). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by C…

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Chasing the Elite 56:06

1M ago56:06

56:06

Two months in, the Blue Jays are looking way up at MLB’s elite teams. Arden and Ben break down the team’s playoff chances (11:36), Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s move to third (26:00) and some big pitching questions (42:35). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound eng…

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Running Hot and Cold 55:51

1M ago55:51

55:51

The Blue Jays are hitting again, but they have real questions elsewhere (3:40). Ben and Arden start with a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (11:24), before discussing Alek Manoah’s health (25:18) and the state of the bullpen (33:06). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced …

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Big-League Stew 1:06:23

2M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

The home run jacket. The trade deadline. Steward Berroa. Arden and Ben cover big topics on this week’s ATL, breaking down the Jays’ struggling bats (07:44) and deadline options (36:44) before giving the rotation some credit (50:35). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by …

1
The Time for Results Is Now 58:44

2M ago58:44

58:44

Big picture, the Blue Jays have some big looming questions (00:19). Arden and Ben break down the team’s upcoming schedule (09:52) before giving Yimi Garcia some credit (23:47) and wondering what’s next for Alek Manoah (35:20). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christ…

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Pressure Increasing on the Blue Jays 1:12:15

2M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Coming off a challenging road trip, Ben and Arden get into how the next several weeks could impact Toronto’s strategy at the trade deadline (01:49), some short-term adjustments the club could make, (30:39) and Alek Manoah’s return (56:19). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound enginee…

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Where Do the Jays Go From Here? 1:12:25

2M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

The Blue Jays can’t score and it’s costing them. On this week’s episode, Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the state of the offence (00:31) and pitching (35:06), the possibility of trades (53:17) and where it will all lead this summer (1:08:00). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound en…

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Iron Menace Opening Reactions w/ T-Rose Bunny's Adventures | The Coaster Life Podcast #6 45:43

3M ago45:43

45:43

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast, I have a conversation with Tori from T-Rose Bunny's Adventure. We have a conversation that deep dives into her own personal roller coaster, and then we discuss our own experience riding the new-for-2024 Iron Menace at Dorney Park. Hope you enjoy the podcast episode! Be sure to follow our podcast guest on…

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Still Searching for Offence 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

It’s never quiet with the Blue Jays. On this week’s episode, Arden and Ben discuss a costly mistake by their first baseman (00:52) plus the possibility of lineup changes (14:24) and the state of the team’s pitching (24:51). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christia…

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Power Hungry 1:09:03

3M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

A few more homers would solve a lot for this team. Arden and Ben start by discussing the Blue Jays’ recent bullpen decisions (00:20) before giving the rotation some credit (32:47) and trying to make sense of the lineup (41:06). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Chri…

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A Conversation w/ CoasterGuy95 | The Coaster Life Podcast #5 41:47

3M ago41:47

41:47

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast, I have a conversation with Dominic from CoasterGuy95. I've known him for a few years now, but in this episode we have a great conversation that includes some interesting opinions, life updates, and the untold story of how we first met. Hope you enjoy the podcast episode! Be sure to follow our podcast gue…

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Into the Swing of Things 1:08:03

3M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

Two steps forward, one step back. The Blue Jays have some reinforcements coming (10:05) but there are real questions in their bullpen (18:30). Plus, Arden and Ben discuss John Schneider after he got booed at home (48:24). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: atth…

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A Week on the Roller Coaster 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Well, it’s been quite a week. From no-hitters to late comebacks, Arden and Ben break down everything on the Blue Jays starting with their pitching (11:09) before assessing their bats (36:31) and some defensive decisions (54:56). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Chr…

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What’s Ahead For the ’24 Jays? 1:07:00

4M ago1:07:00

1:07:00

With the 2024 season about to begin, Arden and Ben start with the latest news out of Blue Jays camp (00:39) before discussing the high stakes for the coming season (38:07) and whether the team has enough bats (53:02). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan…

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Jays Tested With Injury Concerns 1:03:54

4M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

First Danny Jansen, and now some high-leverage relievers. Ben and Arden discuss the injured Blue Jays (00:56) before wondering about the roster’s versatility (25:24) and taking stock of Joey Votto’s progress (39:16). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan …

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Deep Dive w/ Hyper Thrills | The Coaster Life Podcast #4 41:21

4M ago41:21

41:21

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast, we do a deep dive of Cam from Hyper Thrills. We've known each other for over a year now, but there was a lot of information that I learned about him through our discussion. Hope you enjoy the podcast episode! Be sure to follow our podcast guest on Instagram and YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/hyper_th…

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Votto Deal Adds Intrigue at Blue Jays Camp 56:56

4M ago56:56

56:56

Well, Joey Votto’s a Blue Jay. Arden and Ben break down his minor-league deal (1:48) before discussing the readiness of the team’s top prospects (16:42) and the Jays’ rotation questions (30:18). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Audio…

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Is Rotation Trouble Brewing for the Jays? 1:05:36

4M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

Two pitchers sidelined in one week. Arden and Ben share a few spring observations (3:54) before discussing the rotation questions bubbling up for the Blue Jays (12:25) and moving on to some more positive storylines (31:16). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. Contact us: at…

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Weird Amusement Park Experiences w/ @phillycoasterguy | The Coaster Life Podcast #3 50:57

4M ago50:57

50:57

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast (on a leap day!), Matt from @phillycoasterguy and myself go over some of the weirdest amusment park moments that we've personally experienced, seen, or heard about. Then, we take a look at what listeners said was there own weirdest moments in a park. Being on leap day, this is NOT your normal episode lol.…

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The Good and Bad From Spring Training 1:03:46

4M ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Alek Manoah’s back on the mound, so Arden and Ben break down his debut (15:35)! Later the pair discuss the latest on Cody Bellinger and Matt Chapman (27:34), before sharing some under-the-radar spring storylines (45:40). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian R…

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Bench Bats, or Long Shots? 1:13:59

5M ago1:13:59

1:13:59

Two new deals change the look of the Blue Jays’ bench – maybe. Arden and Ben weigh in on Vogelbach and Escobar (15:58) before discussing the top remaining free agents (37:08) and Hyun Jin Ryu’s Jays legacy (53:20). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan an…

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Eastcoaster 2024 w/ Blue Diamond Coasters | The Coaster Life Podcast #2 1:13:48

5M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

In this episode of The Coaster Life Podcast, Michael from Blue Diamond Coasters and I discuss our recent trip to Eastcoaster and what that experience was like. We go into detail about everything we experienced, heard, and saw. Overall, it was a lot of fun and I definitely recommend it to those who have never been before. ---------------------------…

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A New Season Begins... 1:06:58

5M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

With spring training now underway in Florida, Arden and Ben weigh in on Alek Manoah’s fresh start (01:04) set expectations for the offence (20:43) and examine some spring training misconceptions (46:27). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by …

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Next Stop, Jays Spring Training 1:14:00

5M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

What an off-season it’s been. Arden and Ben start by discussing the Justin Turner signing (05:35) and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s arbitration win (33:51) before taking stock of where the Jays stand in the AL East after a trying winter (50:03) Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound enginee…

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My Coaster Life | The Coaster Life Podcast #1 39:59

5M ago39:59

39:59

Welcome to the first ever episode of The Coaster Life Podcast! In this episode, Sean (East Coaster Fan) introduces you to The Coaster Life Podcast. You will get to hear what this podcast will be about, along with a background as to how Sean became a roller coaster enthusiast. --------------------------------------------------------------- Do you wa…

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Let’s Check in on the Blue Jays 1:15:08

6M ago1:15:08

1:15:08

With the off-season now nearing its end, Arden and Ben take stock of the Blue Jays’ latest moves (02:37) weigh in on the Guerrero Jr. arbitration hearing (36:44) and look ahead at where the team can go from here (55:20). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian R…

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Blue Jays Pushing for Ohtani 1:02:13

7M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

All of a sudden, this is all very real. After reporting on the Blue Jays’ unusual and fascinating Shohei Ohtani pursuit from the Winter Meetings, Ben joins Arden to discuss Ohtani’s timeline (01:10), the impact of his fame on daily life (35:30), and the Blue Jays’ legitimate shot at landing him (49:10). This podcast is produced and sound engineered…

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Speculating on Shohei 1:11:30

7M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Let’s go beyond the surface on Shohei Ohtani. Arden and Ben dive deep, discussing everything from his work habits (15:29), to his risk profile (27:30), to how he’d fit on the Blue Jays, before turning to other possible Jays targets (36:12). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Z…

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What Will Jays Do at GM Meetings? 1:03:10

8M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

In just a few days, the MLB off-season will begin in earnest. For the Blue Jays, that means making some big decisions, so Shi Davidi joins Ben to assess some of the Blue Jays’ issues (00:37) and preview their next moves (32:25). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Con…

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It's Time to Look Ahead 1:08:35

9M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

Enough about the 2023 Blue Jays – it’s time to look ahead at solutions. With free agency approaching quickly, Blake Murphy joins Ben for a discussion of the team’s off-season needs (01:44) and how they might address them in free agency (23:50) and on the trade market (39:02). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hoste…

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What Next for the Blue Jays? 1:00:00

9M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

A few days later, there’s still so much to sift through with this team. The underwhelming offence (01:26), the poor baserunning (22:03) and, of course, what’s next (38:00). In this wide-ranging episode Ben and Arden break it all down. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smit…

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The Berrios Decision 55:54

9M ago55:54

55:54

What a frustrating ending to the Blue Jays’ season. And did it have to end that way? Ben and Arden discuss the Jose Berrios decision in depth, sharing their thought process at the moment and how their thinking has changed since – but in opposite directions. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling…

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A Twin City Preview 47:05

9M ago47:05

47:05

Ben and Arden are at Target Field in Minneapolis where the Blue Jays and Twins are preparing for their wild card series. First, the guys consider Toronto’s uninspiring end to the regular season (01:56) and how the Blue Jays match up with the Twins (09:38). Then, they take a more granular look at both sides (21:09) and offer their predictions for th…

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Blue Jays on the Brink 56:24

10M ago56:24

56:24

Brace yourself. The next few days will feature some high-stakes, high-stress baseball. Ben and Arden break down the final weekend of the season (00:45) before previewing a possible Wild Card roster (19:30) and giving the starting rotation some credit (41:40). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Mike Rogerson and hosted by Arden Zwellin…

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A Week on the Roller Coaster 50:40

10M ago50:40

50:40

From hope to despair and back to hope. Arden and Ben discuss a wild week for the Blue Jays (00:23), give the pitching staff some credit (25:07) and look ahead at some potential playoff decisions (31:11). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@spo…

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A Texas-sized Opportunity 49:47

10M ago49:47

49:47

These next four games will decide a lot. Ahead of four games against Texas, Ben and Arden discuss what went right for the Blue Jays this weekend (02:45), the strength of their pitching (14:40) and the importance of the Rangers series (27:43). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden…

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Living On The Edge 57:12

10M ago57:12

57:12

At this point it’s all about wins, right? Ben and Arden discuss some surprise Blue Jays contributors (08:11) before touching on next steps for Alek Manoah (35:14) and the importance of bringing full focus to every inning (45:36). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Co…

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Pressure's On 39:10

10M ago39:10

39:10

Suddenly, the stakes feel incredibly high. Nick Ashbourne joins Ben to look ahead at September (1:20) discuss the moves of manager John Schneider (9:20) and explain why trading Vlad Guerrero Jr. makes little sense (30:00). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Mike Rogerson and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us…

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Blue Jays Reach a Low Point 21:08

11M ago21:08

21:08

After an extremely tough series loss, Ben weighs in on what ails the Blue Jays and what needs to happen next. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Mike Rogerson and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The new At The Letters original theme song is by Augusta. You can hear more music fro…

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Perspective From The Dog Days 44:01

11M ago44:01

44:01

Quietly, the Blue Jays have baseball’s best pitching staff. So why does this team still feel frustrating? Arden and Ben try to make sense of it all (01:05) while also weighing in on the Level of Excellence (18:14) and looking ahead at the impact of some returning players (28:44). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and h…

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Making Sense of the Jays' Moves (and non-moves) 57:24

11M ago57:24

57:24

The Blue Jays improved, but was it enough? Arden and Ben try to make sense of the Blue Jays’ deadline approach (00:27) before examining the AL East as a whole (33:11) and discussing the risk-reward dynamic around Jordan Hicks (43:03). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwellin…

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It's Time To Trade 56:43

12M ago56:43

56:43

Just like that, we’re a week away from the trade deadline. Ben and guest host Shi Davidi start by discussing the Blue Jays’ options on the trade market (01:05) before going behind the scenes on deadline week (24:40) and discussing some Blue Jays-adjacent Hall of Fame candidates (37:17). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Rya…

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Assessing the Blue Jays' Needs 42:09

12M ago42:09

42:09

All of a sudden, the Blue Jays are on a run. Arden and Ben start by discussing the Blue Jays’ pitching staff (04:17) before wondering what a Shohei Ohtani trade would mean for MLB (18:14) and examining the Blue Jays’ need for a bat (27:50). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Z…

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Halfway Home 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

As the Blue Jays approach the all-star break, Arden and Ben offer thoughts on the team’s first-half performance (00:17) and Alek Manoah’s impending return to the majors (16:03). Then, reimagining the all-star game (31:42) and a look at some potential trade deadline targets (47:20). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and…

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Deadline Dreaming 45:30

1y ago45:30

45:30

This year’s deadline could go in a lot of different directions. Shi Davidi joins Ben at Rogers Centre to discuss the Jays at the halfway mark (1:00), Alek Manoah’s road back to the majors (14:10) and some possible deadline strategies (25:20). This podcast was recorded by Steven Coyle, sound engineered by Mike Rogerson and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Sm…

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