The Current Will the Blue Jays make it back to the World Series?
Mar 27, 2026
Ben Shulman, radio play-by-play voice for the Blue Jays and son of Dan Shulman, brings a broadcaster's ear. Dan Shulman, long-time TV play-by-play announcer, shares decades of MLB perspective. They trade stories about Opening Day energy, roster upgrades and pitching additions, injury concerns and replacing key hitters, franchise 50th season reflections, and the challenge of getting back to the World Series.
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Last Season Deserves Celebration
- The 2025 Blue Jays' season will be celebrated for its AL championship despite falling short in the World Series.
- Dan Shulman highlights raising the AL banner and the emotional, loud response expected from fans at the Rogers Centre.
Offseason Recovery Then Quick Turn To Free Agency
- Ben took a week to sleep after last season's long playoff run and shifted focus to free agency quickly.
- He explains baseball moves fast in offseason and he started preparing for 2026 once free agency began.
Pitching Upgrades Make Team Look Stronger
- On paper the Blue Jays look stronger than last season, notably after adding Dylan Cease and other pitchers.
- Dan Shulman cites Cease, Tyler Rogers, Kazuma Okamoto and Jesus Sanchez as key roster upgrades especially to pitching depth.