Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-1 win over the Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the late offensive explosion - how important were those late-game swings from Nathan Lukes and Andrés Giménez? They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smashing his first career postseason home run, and Alejandro Kirk coming through again with a pair of long bombs. Plus, they chat about Kevin Gausman grabbing the win, the bullpen looking sharp, and what's to come in Game 2. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss Game 3 between Boston and New York, the Yankees’ matchup and roster questions facing John Schneider to prepare for the Bronx Bombers (33:13). Afterwards, 2009 World Series Champion Joba Chamberlain (51:09) breaks down Cam Schlittler’s huge Game 3 performance, New York’s roster, and keys to success in the postseason as a pitcher. Lastly, Yahoo Sports’ Jake Mintz (1:15:06) shares what Yankees Stadium was like during Game 3 and shares thoughts on Trey Yesavage pitching in the postseason and how to approach Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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JTP: Kevin Pillar, Roy Wood Jr., & the Jays’ Pitching Rotation
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Joe Siddall to discuss the Blue Jays’ rotation, the benefits of intrasquad games, and Toronto heading into the postseason. Afterwards, The Score’s Brandon Wile (31:39) previews Game 3 between the Red Sox and Yankees. Afterwards, comedian Roy Wood Jr. (51:10) joins to break down the Cubs ahead of Game 3 vs. the Padres, and how sport unites fans. Lastly, former Blue Jay Kevin Pillar (1:20:09) discusses playoff baseball, postseason games in Toronto and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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JTP: Tom Henke, Chris Colabello & Red Sox or Yankees?
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jays pitcher Tom Henke to discuss the runs in the early 90’s and watching Toronto become baseball crazy. Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello (24:59) discusses finding calm in pressure situations and the 2015 Blue Jays. Afterwards, Fangraphs’ Ben Clemens (51:24) bounces around the wild matchups. Lastly, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (1:15:29) breaks down the memorable Game 1s from Tarik Skubal and Garrett Crochet, along with who’s a better matchup for Toronto between Boston and New York. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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JTP: Building Toronto’s ALDS Roster & Wild Card Preview
Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Foul Territory’s Erik Kratz and Mike Petriello in the first hour to preview the Wild Card Series and discuss the Blue Jays heading into the postseason. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (26:41) joins the show to tee up the start of the MLB Postseason. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:59) comes in-studio to break down options for Toronto’s ALDS roster and decisions facing John Schneider as they prepare for the Red Sox or Yankees (1:17:52). 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 affiliate.
Recapping Toronto Blue Jays action after every game and fielding listener calls and texts with hosts Jeff Blair, Kevin Barker and Sho Alli! Don't miss Jays Talk Plus from Monday to Friday with Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz at 10am-12pm.
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