Exit Philosophy with Griff and Mal

Rich Griffin and Mal Romanin
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Richard Griffin and Mal Romanin talk baseball, sports and life. They discuss their mutual love of baseball and how it is they arrived at the point in their lives, teaming up for Exit Philosophy. A large dose of Blue Jays talk, where nothing is off limits with honest opinions and smart suggestions for making things better in sports and life.

  1. 15 HRS AGO

    The Jays Are AL East Champions + Wild Card Preview

    On this special solo edition of Exit Philosophy, the Blue Jays simply did what they had to do to win the AL East, knowing the powerful Yankees were likely to run the table against the O’s and the White Sox. The team concept of this group of Jays has likely made them the first No. 1 AL seed in years that other wouldn’t mind facing in a 5 or 7-game series. Griff breaks down payrolls of the 12 postseason qualifiers … and that doesn’t include the free-spending Mets. Finally, all four Wild-Card series are broken down and analyzed with a prediction for the best-of-three series. INDEX: 0:00 – Intro 0:18 – Blue Jays win the AL East! 4:24 – How This Post-Season Will Affect the Next CBA 6:49 – Red Sox vs Yankees Preview 9:35 – Tigers vs Guardians Preview 12:10 – Reds vs Dodgers Preview 14:51 – Padres vs Cubs Preview 16:40 - Outro ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    18 min

  2. 4D AGO

    The Stagger into October

    The playoff-bound Blue Jays were once riding high atop the AL East, but a punchless 10-day spiral, a combination of frustration, panic, tough calls and poor internal decisions, now sees them tied with the confident Yankees heading to the Final Four games. Decisions like Berrios to the bullpen, Bieber pushed back a day, Bassitt to the IL, Manoah cut loose after 14 months of intense rehab from elbow surgery, multiple ejections, gloomy dugout views, umpire blaming and more. The final out of the Wednesday game seemed typical, with Alejandro Kirk thrown out at first base from right field on a 104.1 mph one-hopper to Wilyer Abreu. Griff and Mal talk strange roster decisions, disappearing offence, the new ABS Challenge System for 2026, tributes to Kershaw (Dodgers) and Arenado (Cardinals), historic collapses and more. As well, the boys try to bounce back with this week’s NFL Picks. Exit Philosophy will return on Monday with a special recap of the last weekend of the season. INDEX: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Kirk ends game thrown out at first 3:09 Expos History of 9-3 outs at first 6:01 Implications of Jays-Yankees final four 9:26 What happened to Jays rotation 15:00 The DFA of Alek Manoah 22:14 Controlling own fate … to now 26:14 Wherefore the Jays offence 29:54 Riding a hot bullpen, minus Berrios 39:52 In Hoff we trust 41:42 Clayton Kershaw and Nolan Arenado 45:36 Ranking Historic Collapses - Tigers, Mets 48:20 The ’87 Blue Jays collapse 51:58 The Ball-Strike Challenge in ’26 54:54 NFL Picks Week 4 ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 1m

  3. SEP 19

    The Evil Empire North

    The new hate-on between Blue Jays and Yankees fans began with a catty observation by YES broadcaster Michael Kay and intensified lately with a calculated response from Buck Martinez questioning the Bronx Bombers. On this edition of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal discuss the role of Trey Yesavage, the future of Bo and Santander, the new leader in the clubhouse for AL manager of the year, the importance of the Jays at least winning one post-season series, the The impact of the Futures Showcase at Rogers Centre and more.  INDEX 0:00 Intro 0:24 Canadian Futures Showcase   6:04 In Memoriam Jim Baba, Ken Dryden, Robert Redford  13:20 Debut of Trey Yesavage and what can his role be.  18:32 Jays suggested post-season pitching staff 22:40 The impact of losing Bo and what to do about shortstop moving forward.  25:55 what to do with Santander  32:26 Jays vs Yankees. The Evil Empires, eh! 39:46 Should Yesavage start again 44:20 The Jays road to the AL No. 1 seed and the revised Top 3 for Manager of the year  51:50 In praise of the Jays defence and MLB making Sept. relevant.  1:01:25 NFL picks for Week 3  ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 9m

  4. SEP 13

    The Gausman Cometh

    The MLB most recent ranking of the Top 20 starting pitchers in the game does not include any Blue Jays, even though Toronto’s rotation, as a group, remains highly regarded. With RH Kevin Gausman’s two-hit complete game vs. the Astros, how does he not make that list. Exit Philosophy makes a compelling case for Jose Berrios being included in the playoff rotation ahead of Chris Bassitt. Mal and Griff discuss the ramifications of the Bo Bichette injury and circumstances that may have led to his awkward slide at home plate that led to a sprained knee and the IL. Hall-of-Famer Pedro Martinez describes his reaction to the Yankees sign-stealing in the Bronx and his ear-flap solution. Who would be the worst matchup for the Jays in the post-season. The Top 5 Week 2 NFL Picks from Mal and Griff and far more. Please remember to subscrbe, like, share and leave a review wherever you listen!   INDEX: 00:00 Intro 00:23 Gausman importance 6:14 Jays rotation in September, Lauer and the playoffs 12:24 Who gets the ball, Berrios or Bassitt 18:01 Giving up on Orelvis Martinez 23:19 The immediate future of Anthony Santander 25:51 Disrespect from MLB for Jays rotation 28:53 Can the Jays in October get hotter than they have been since August 16 34:46 Cause and effect of Bo's injured knee 45:50 Pedro's ear-flap solution to Yankees sign-stealing. 51:07 Hand-picking Jays best match-up playoff opponent 53:32 NFL Week 2 picks and wrapup ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 3m

  5. SEP 4

    The Bullpen Achilles Heel

    The Blue Jays may indeed be receiving Herculean efforts from the lineup and the starting rotation, but when it comes to closing out ballgames, the bullpen and the way the relievers are being used are clearly their Achilles' Heel. Griff and Mal discuss the Jays' relief corps individually and consider whether it can be improved. And what about Trey Yesavage? The danger sign showed up in the Reds series, allowing 23 runs. Three games, yet winning two. Exit Philosophy recounts the sports world’s issues of the week…Kahwi and the Clippers, Boone and the Yankees, Framber’s hissy-fit, who are the legit AL East contenders, and more. We rank the Jays Top 3 players of the year, plus it’s NFL Week 1, and we give you each of our Top 5 best bets. Like, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen! INDEX: 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - Thoughts on Kawhi Leonard/Clippers Scandal and Salary Cap in Sports 8:00 - Yankees Fallout and Umpire Frustrations vs Houston in Loss 12:45 - Did Framber Valdez Cross Up His Catcher on Purpose? 18:27 - Roman Anthony Out for Season, What is Red Sox Outlook? 22:10 - Will There be a 100 Win Team This Year? 27:15 - Recapping the Blue Jays/Reds Series and What Is Going on With The Pitching? 34:42 - Blue Jays Defensive Limitations 36:40 - The Bullpen and What NEEDS to Happen 50:50 - Trey Yesavage Is Ready to Pitch Out of the Pen 54:30 - Who is the Blue Jays 2025 MVP?  58:25 - Week 1 NFL picks ATS  1:05:21 - Outro ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 6m

  6. AUG 29

    The Battle for the Great Lakes

    The Blue Jays know it’s crunch time and manager John Schneider has worked the rotation to have his three best starts vs. the Brewers then in the Bronx. Griff and Mal discuss extra rest for Lauer, making the bullpen great again, AL Top 5 MVPs, the importance of avoiding the Wildcard round, shoutouts to Cito Gaston, Markham’s Jonah Tong called up to the Mets and more. Please remember to subscribe, like this episode and leave a review of Exit Philosophy! ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 5m

  7. AUG 21

    The Making of a Belieber

    On this weeks episode of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal reflect on the series vs Pittsburgh and Tommy Pham's infamous ball four bat flip. Will Shane Bieber force the hands of the Blue Jays brass and insert himself at the top of the rotation and who will get bumped? Rob Manfred keeps making headlines, this time about league realignment and expansion. Canadian slugger Owen Caissie is just starting his big league career, and some other happenings around Major League Baseball.  Please subscribe, like and leave a review wherever you listen. INDEX: 0:00 Intro  1:32 Pirates series discussion. Why Pham is fleeting 5:30 Vlad’s aching hamstring and a series they needed to win 12:02 Yankees, other chasers and the comfort of reaching 90 wins 17:14 Rotation abundance of riches and is Lauer now a reliever  25:35 Setting up a playoff Rotation  36:06 Rob Manfred’s worst laid plans…expansion, realignment and more 48:46 Shoutout to Owen Caissie and more. Astros woes, Wheeler surgery.  55:41 Final thoughts and more.  ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 3m

  8. AUG 14

    The Jays Mark of Shapiro

    For a rare appearance in front of Blue Jays media, team president Mark Shapiro talks about his future with Rogers ownership as he nears the end of his contract. On Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal discusses Shapiro’s views on the evolution of his manager John Schneider, what his lukewarm comments on negotiations with Bo Bichette might mean, the success of the team compared to 2024 and more. The boys explain the importance of Mason Fluharty’s huge strikeout of Shohei Ohtani and how it may have saved the psyche of the clubhouse. Heading to September, will the lefty combo of Brendon Little and Fluharty, if they are joined by Eric Lauer, be an advantage. It may be that Sahlen Field in Buffalo was the place to be this week, with Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage and Shane Bieber all getting a chance to start for the AAA-Bisons. Also, is 90 wins the target for the Blue Jays to safely earn a playoff spot … and more. Subscribe, like and leave a review we would really appreciate it! INDEX: 0:00 Intro  0:37 The media avail of Mark Shapiro 5:20 Shapiro on Shapiro’s future 10:43 Bo’s future with the Jays 23:02 Manager John Schneider performance review and question of an extension 31:25 Shapiro remembers the anniversary of the start of the ‘94 strike and the Indians 34:34 The impact of Fluharty’s strikeout of Ohtani in L A. 41:05 Building a late-season Jays bullpen with 3 lefties and Yesavage 46:36 Building a shortened playoff rotation 49:37 Targeting 90 wins for the Jays 55:27 Raleigh or Judge for AL MVP 59:39 Ironbacks summary and looking ahead ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

    1h 4m
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Richard Griffin and Mal Romanin talk baseball, sports and life. They discuss their mutual love of baseball and how it is they arrived at the point in their lives, teaming up for Exit Philosophy. A large dose of Blue Jays talk, where nothing is off limits with honest opinions and smart suggestions for making things better in sports and life.

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