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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker dissect Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins' media availability and his comments on Alek Manoah, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Anthony Bass. Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman checks-in from Rogers Centre ahead of the series finale against the Astros (30:43). MLB Network analyst Bill Ripken shares his views on the Blue Jays, their decision to send Manoah to Florida to work on his game, Luis Arraez’s standout campaign with Miami, and Elly De La Cruz debuting with the Reds (51:30). Astros analyst and three-time World Series Champion Mike Stanton provides a scouting report on Framber Valdez and discusses what Mauricio Dubon brings to the Houston lineup (1:15:42).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their latest thoughts on the Blue Jays after a 5-1 win and a standout 13-strikeout performance from Kevin Gausman. Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Glavine discusses his process on the mound, how he adjusted out of season-long slumps, his thoughts on Alek Manoah and looking forward to sharing the broadcast booth with former Braves Chipper Jones, John Smoltz, and Jeff Francoeur (28:05). MLB Network’s Jon Morosi talks about poor air quality due to wildfires forcing the postponement of games, if a trade is on the horizon to help Toronto and the stiff competition in the American League (1:17:02).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the big Blue Jays news of the day: starter Alek Manoah being sent down to the Florida Complex League. Sportsnet’s Buck Martinez comments on the club’s decision to send Manoah to Florida and compares it when he was Blue Jays manager and Roy Halladay was sent to the minors (29:42). MLB columnist Shi Davidi checks-in from field level with his thoughts on Manoah and how teammates reacted to the news before hearing audio from fellow starter Jose Berrios on the matter (52:40). Houston Astros General Manager and former member of the Blue Jays front office Dana Brown discusses his first season as GM after taking over the role in January (1:15:36).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their thoughts on the Blue Jays sweep over the Mets at Citi Field, particularly Toronto’s strong starting pitching in the series. The guys examine how the weekend went for the Jays’ division rivals in the latest installment of ‘In The East’ (28:27). Former MLB executive Jim Duquette discusses Alek Manaoh’s 2023 season ahead of his next start against the Astros, the Mets confusing play of late, and if there’s been a passing of the torch in the AL West (52:31). Astros analyst Steve Sparks previews the Toronto-Houston series from Rogers Centre to end the show (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 reflect on Armando Galarraga’s near-perfect game and the botched call on the final out on its anniversary; before focusing on the Blue Jays and their series in New York. Dan Shulman joins the show from Citi Field to discuss Chris Bassitt leaving the ballpark after his start to join his wife who is in labour and the reasons for optimism for the Blue Jays with the calendar turning to a new month (26:58). MLB manager Joe Maddon talks about how to coach hitters out of slumps, having tough conversations with players if they need to be sent to the minors, and how he views Alek Manoah and Kevin Kiermaier’s contributions to the lineup (50:44). Jays Manager John Schneider joins the guys for his weekly appearance where he reflects on Manoah’s latest start vs. Milwaukee, the other pitchers on the staff supporting him through his struggles, Brandon Belt’s recent plate approach, and the conversations he’s having daily with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (1:16:11).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss the Blue Jays 3-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, particularly Kevin Gausman’s dominant outing and working with catcher Tyler Heineman. SNY’s Gary Apple previews the Blue Jays upcoming series against the New York Mets and talks about the young players contributing to their lineup, and how the bullpen has performed without regular closer Edwin Diaz (27:26). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi joins the guys for a deep dive on Alek Manoah following his latest start and how the organization can help him turn things around (49:41) before ending the show with questions from the ‘Back Leg Line’ (1:14:27).

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.