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. 6d ago

    Blue Jays & the WILD AL Wild Card Race: Who Can Be the Best Mediocre Team?

    The AL Wild Card race is WILD — and with just 21 games remaining, the Toronto Blue Jays are right in the middle of the fight to become the best mediocre team in the American League. On this episode of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down the chaotic Wild Card race. Who are the real contenders, which teams have fallen out, and can the Blue Jays actually make a playoff run? The boys also examine the Jays' injury situation. Do Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber and Anthony Santander have enough time to return from injury and become factors down the stretch? The Blue Jays' series against Cleveland was filled with fundamental mistakes, defensive lapses and throwing errors, reigniting a bigger debate about the direction of baseball. Is the sport putting too much emphasis on athleticism and getting young players to the major leagues before they are truly ready — and has the importance of fundamentals been lost? Finally, Griff and Mal dive into MLB labour relations, discussing the strategies players and owners could use as baseball heads toward what could be an inevitable off-season showdown.  Wild Card chaos. Injuries. Fundamentals. Player development. MLB labour. It's all on the table. Subscribe to Exit Philosophy with Griff & Mal and join the conversation INDEX: 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Wild AL Wild Card Race + Blue Jays Outlook and Chances 30:25 - Is there a baseball fundamentals problem in the big leagues? + Athleticism reigns supreme 42:40 - MLB News and Notes 1:02:20 - 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/

  2. Aug 29

    Blue Jays Playoff Hopes Fading? Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Under Pressure | Exit Philosophy

    The playoff clock is ticking for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays, with fan frustration boiling over after Thursday's loss to the Royals. Should Toronto shift its goal to simply finishing the season at .500? Griff and Mal also discuss Michael Lorenzen's long road back, Brett Bateman's surprising emergence and his potential importance to the 2027 Blue Jays, while paying tribute to Buck Martinez and remembering legendary Expos broadcaster Jacques Doucet. All that and more on Exit Philosophy. INDEX: 0:00 -Intro 0:40 - Buck Martinez Day Celebration 7:50 - R.I.P. Jacques Doucet 16:50 - KC Royals Series Debacle + Michael Lorenzen 27:48 - The Fans are Booing Vlad + What is the Solution? 38:40 - The AL Wildcard Picture 48:40 - Is Brett Bateman the Starting CF in 2027? 52:12 - 2027 Pitching Staff 57:13 - MLB News 1:01:25 - 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/

  3. Aug 18

    Can the Blue Jays Make the Playoffs? Toronto's Wild Card Chances & Ross Atkins Grade

    The Toronto Blue Jays enter the final 36 games of the MLB season in a seven-team race for the final American League Wild Card spot. What are the Jays' realistic playoff chances, are they better after the trade deadline, and how should Ross Atkins be graded for his unique approach as both buyers and sellers? Would an 81-win, .500 season be enough for Blue Jays fans? Plus, we discuss Tommy John's Hall of Fame case, Ricky Tiedemann's future, Brett Bateman's potential, and the Blue Jays' playoff push on this week's Exit Philosophy. #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #Sports #BaseballPodcasts INDEX: 0:00 Intro 0:31 Tommy John RIP 7:58 Jays' Wild Card Hopes 10:54 The Tropicana Field Curse 12:44 Are the Final 30 Games Easy? 14:41 The Math Problem 16:07 Is .500 Good Enough? 17:17 Fixing the Offense 19:44 Ranking the 7 Wild Card Contenders 22:01 2025 vs. 2026 Jays 33:33 Who Is Brett Bateman? 37:27 What Is an MLB "Gruelling" Schedule? 45:09 Grading Ross Atkins' Trade Deadline 50:24 Tiedemann, Estrada & Jays' Farm System ---- 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/

  4. Aug 11

    Rich and Mal Are Back! Breaking Down the Trade Deadline, Blue Jays Season and Next Steps

    The Toronto Blue Jays are entering a critical stretch of the MLB season, and Griff and Mal break down everything surrounding the Jays' playoff push. After a controversial "fourth out" play against the Boston Red Sox, the guys explain one of baseball's most confusing rules, why the umpires got the call right, and how the Blue Jays' defense ultimately cost them a run in an important game. Exit Philosophy also takes an in-depth look at the Blue Jays' MLB Trade Deadline moves, including the impact those additions have on Toronto's luxury tax situation, the current Wild Card race, and the team's plans for 2027 and beyond. With Toronto chasing the third American League Wild Card spot, Griff and Mal examine how realistic a Blue Jays playoff run really is. The Jays would need to put together a 42-game stretch at a winning pace they have yet to match at any point this season. Can Toronto make the push, and what would it take to get there? Plus, the guys wrap up the episode with a look at the Niagara Ironbacks' successful second season, as the team narrowly missed the playoffs after overcoming a difficult inaugural year. Topics include: Toronto Blue Jays, Blue Jays playoff push, MLB Trade Deadline, Blue Jays trade deadline, American League Wild Card, MLB luxury tax, fourth out rule, Blue Jays vs Red Sox, Blue Jays defense, Toronto Blue Jays 2027, Blue Jays roster, MLB playoffs, Niagara Ironbacks and Exit Philosophy. INDEX:   0:00 - Return to the Pod 0:43 - Confusion in Blue Jays and Red Sox Game 6:00 - Continued Concerns with the Bullpen 6:50 - Trade Deadline Strategy.. Did They Get It Right? 15:43 - How did the Blue Jays get here in 2026 + Vlads Performance 21:30 - Trade Deadline Moves Analyzed 29:45 - 2027 Rotation 39:05 - MLB Playoff Picture 49:10 - Judging John Schneider 51:50 - Ironbacks Season Review from GM and Manager 57:15 - Final thoughts #BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #VladimirGuerreroJr #MaxScherzer #GeorgeSpringer #AlejandroKirk #MLBPodcast #BaseballPodcast #BlueJaysNation #ExitPhilosophy #MLBTradeDeadline #TorontoSports #BaseballAnalysis #JaysTalk ---- 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/

  5. Jun 11

    Blue Jays Concerns Growing? Max Scherzer and Vlad Guerrero Jr Struggles

    The Toronto Blue Jays are getting healthier, but new questions continue to emerge. Max Scherzer's long-awaited return to the rotation didn't go as planned, raising concerns about what the future Hall of Famer can realistically provide down the stretch. Meanwhile, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offensive struggles remain a major talking point among Blue Jays fans. Can Vlad rediscover his elite form? And after another inconsistent stretch, should George Springer continue to be an everyday player in Toronto's lineup? On this episode of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down the biggest surprises and disappointments of the Blue Jays season so far. From unexpected contributors to underperforming stars, they examine why Toronto's list of concerns has grown for a team with playoff aspirations. They also discuss: Max Scherzer's return and what it means for the rotation Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s ongoing struggles George Springer's role moving forward The Blue Jays' biggest surprises and disappointments Whether Toronto needs another high-leverage bullpen arm Yimi Garcia's potential return The catching situation between Alejandro Kirk, Tyler Heineman, and Brandon Valenzuela What the Blue Jays need to do to stay in the playoff race If you're a Toronto Blue Jays fan looking for in-depth analysis, roster discussion, trade deadline talk, and the latest MLB news, this episode is for you. #BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #VladimirGuerreroJr #MaxScherzer #GeorgeSpringer #AlejandroKirk #MLBPodcast #BaseballPodcast #BlueJaysNation #ExitPhilosophy #MLBTradeDeadline #TorontoSports #BaseballAnalysis #JaysTalk ---- 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/

  6. May 27 ·  Video

    Blue Jays and Marlins Series Recap

    Griff recaps the latest series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Miami Marlins, breaking down the biggest moments, standout performances, key takeaways, and what's next for Toronto as the MLB season heats up. #BlueJays #Marlins #MLB #TorontoBlueJays ------------------------------- Make the call – Sauced or Smoked With the 2026 hockey playoffs in full swing, here's a chance to show your puck loyalty in a decidedly delicious and unmistakeable way, courtesy of BetMGM Canada. Check out the showdown in the east and tell us your personal choice – Carolina or Montreal – by choosing Carolina BBQ or Montreal Smoked Meat, with a chance for a grand prize that will pay off in a delicious way. To enter the draw go to SaucedOrSmoked.com/griff  ---- 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/

  7. May 22

    Blue Jays vs Yankees Recap: Berrios Surgery News, Springer Struggles & Skenes Preview

    The Toronto Blue Jays escaped New York with a crucial series split against the Yankees, powered by strong performances from Trey Yesavage, Spencer Miles, and a dominant bullpen effort. Now the focus shifts back to Toronto as the Jays prepare for a big matchup against Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates. On this episode of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down the Blue Jays' series against the Yankees, discuss George Springer's recent struggles and what they could mean moving forward, react to the surprising Jose Berrios Tommy John surgery news and its impact on the rotation, examine Alejandro Kirk's growing importance to the team, and take an early look at which MLB teams could become sellers ahead of the trade deadline. #BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #Yankees #PaulSkenes #JoseBerrios #GeorgeSpringer #AlejandroKirk #MLBTradeDeadline #BaseballPodcast #ExitPhilosophy INDEX: 0:00 Intro 1:35 Habs-Sabres NHL Series Wrap 3:26 Jays-Yankees Series Discussion 6:33 Jeff Hoffman rollercoaster 8:09 Preview of homestand: Pirates & Marlins 10:32 State of the Jays rotation 14:58 Mystery that is Jose Berrios 23:11 Are IL starters Bieber, Scherzer the answer 24:13 Adios Eric Lauer 25:18 Projecting a '28 Jays rotation 28:50 Springer is not a leadoff man anymore 33:00 Deciphering Jays lineup conundrum 37:24 The need for Alejandro Kirk 40:12 Barger and the outfield woes 41:36 The need for two winning streaks 43:33 Chances of current playoff teams 46:19 Astros and others as sellers at the deadline 48:26 Mets give Gary Carter's number away and other MLB News 53:04 Ironbacks update and EP 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/

  8. May 11

    Blue Jays Chemistry Problem? Pat Gillick Blueprint, Yankees Preview & Toronto Roster Debate | Exit Philosophy

    The Toronto Blue Jays are chasing World Series success again, but are they putting too much emphasis on recreating the chemistry that fueled their incredible 2025 run? On this episode of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down whether the current roster needs bold changes, using the demotion of Yohendrick Pinango as a key example. Could history repeat itself? The guys look back at how legendary GM Pat Gillick made major roster moves after the 1992 championship that helped deliver another title in 1993 — and whether Toronto should follow that same blueprint. They also preview the massive 4-game showdown against the New York Yankees in the Bronx and ask: do the Yankees still have last October's ALDS on their minds?   Plus:  Why the Blue Jays' 2024 trade deadline sell-off was about reloading, not rebuilding  How restocking the farm system is already paying dividends  A tribute to legendary manager Bobby Cox following his passing  The biggest questions surrounding Toronto's roster heading into a crucial stretch   If you're a Blue Jays fan looking for the latest analysis, roster breakdowns, trade deadline discussion, and MLB insight, this is the episode for you.    Subscribe for more Blue Jays coverage, MLB analysis, and weekly Exit Philosophy episodes.  Like, comment, and share your thoughts: Should the Jays shake up the roster?   #BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #Yankees #BaseballPodcast #ExitPhilosophy #MLBAnalysis #BlueJaysNews INDEX: 0:00 Intro 0:29 Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres series update 3:36 Remembering legendary manager Bobby Cox 9:07 Toronto Blue Jays week in review 11:12 Why Addison Barger is becoming crucial for Toronto 15:49 Is Valenzuela the Blue Jays' No. 1 catcher? 17:32 Why MLB is prioritizing athleticism over fundamentals 21:15 Blue Jays vs. New York Yankees preview: huge Bronx series 25:22 Toronto's fifth starter debate & Eric Lauer's role 30:25 Has clubhouse chemistry become more important than performance? 33:20 Pat Gillick and the 1992-93 roster blueprint 37:03 Why the National League is dominating MLB in 2026 43:34 How the Blue Jays' magical 2024 summer rebuilt the farm system 50:08 Blue Jays pending free agents: who stays and who goes? 58:06 Mookie Betts returns to the Los Angeles Dodgers — how impactful is it? 59:17 Ironbacks update 1:00:48 Final thoughts & wrap-up ---- 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/

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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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