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Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 40min

JTP: Gausman’s June Struggles & State of the White Sox

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the loss to the Diamondbacks and what Kevin Gausman is struggling with in June. Jorge Castillo (30:57) discusses the Yankees’ struggles at the plate and Giancarlo Stanton’s return. Afterwards, James Fegan (50:13) updates on where the Chicago White Sox stand as they open a 3-game series vs. the Blue Jays. In the final segment, Michelle Seniuk (1:17:46), Blue Jays Senior Vice President of Fan Experience and Concessions, discusses team activations ahead of Pride Weekend. Lastly, Blake and Julia touch on the value of Pride Weekend and what it represents for the LGBTQ community.  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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Jun 19, 2025 • 49min

Gausman Gets Thumped, Jays Drop Series Finale vs. Diamondbacks

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-5 loss vs. the Diamondbacks to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the seven earned runs allowed in 4.1 IP by Kevin Gausman - after a number of tough results in short order, what do the Jays do with Gausman going forward? They also get into the two home runs from Alejandro Kirk, and also chat about the mini-rally made by the Jays bats near the end of the game. Plus, we hear from John Schneider, and Gausman himself. 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.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 40min

JTP: Top 3 Smashing, Jays’ MLB Ready Prospects & Tim Kurkjian

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Bo Bichette, Addison Barger, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. guiding the Blue Jays to another win vs. the Diamondbacks, and Eric Lauer making a claim for a starting pitching spot. Michael Rosen (30:53) discusses why changeups are weird. Geoff Pontes (51:00) breaks down Toronto’s most MLB-ready prospects and guys that are catching his eye. Lastly, Tim Kurkjian (1:19:51) pops in to give his take on the Blue Jays, the AL East, Rafael Devers 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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Jun 19, 2025 • 28min

It's Lauer Hour as Jays Crush Diamondbacks to Win Series

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-1 win over the Diamondbacks to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the production from the top of the order, as Bo Bichette, Addison Barger, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. all look revitalized - will this continue? Should Jeff get onboard the Barger train? They also get into Eric Lauer, who notched eight strikeouts over 5.0 IP - has he locked down that fifth spot in the rotation? Plus, they discuss Max Scherzer, who threw 4.1 IP of scoreless ball alongside eight strikeouts for the Bisons - could his next start be in a Blue Jays uniform? 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.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 1h 40min

JTP: A Walk-Off, Madison Shipman In-Studio & Clinton Yates

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Madison Shipman (36:47) in-studio to discuss Addison Barger’s walk-off, Bo Bichette’s dinger, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shifting to the 3rd spot and women’s softball. Mike Petriello (50:30) joins to break down Barger’s swing and how Rafael Devers will fare in San Francisco. Lastly, Clinton Yates (1:17:56) talks about the 2025 Men’s College World Series. 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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Jun 18, 2025 • 24min

Bo, Barger Blast Back-to-Back Bombs in Walk-off Win

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off win over the Diamondbacks to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the ninth-inning heroics of Bo Bichette and Addison Barger, as they both crushed home runs off Shelby Miller in the win. What's the ceiling for a player like Barger? They also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hitting third in the lineup, a move that paid immediate dividends - what took so long? Plus, they get into Chris Bassitt, who gave the team a chance by allowing three earned runs over six innings of work. 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.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 40min

JTP: Back-End Starters, Ohtani on the Mound & State of D-Backs

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Shi Davidi to discuss Max Scherzer’s Triple-A outing, what the Blue Jays will do with their 4th and 5th starters and more. Dan Syzmborski (31:16) talks Shohei Ohtani’s outing. Anthony Castrovince (50:42) gives his perspective from the MLB combine and Rafael Devers getting traded to the Giants. Lastly, Steve Berthiaume (1:15:09) provides all the latest on the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. 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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Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 40min

JTP: Jays Get Swept, Rafael Devers Traded & Jed Lowrie

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Blue Jays getting swept by the Phillies and the state of the bullpen. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (30:57) pops by to talk about the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants. Afterwards, Jed Lowrie (1:14:45) comes by to discuss his MLB career, switching to an analyst role 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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Jun 15, 2025 • 44min

Jays Swept in Philly, Finish Road Trip w/ 5-4 Record

Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 11-4 loss to wrap up a three-game sweep at the hands of the Phillies. They take your calls and texts, and debate the question: does getting swept by the Phillies change your outlook of this team? They get into the no-show by the offence over three games (six total runs over three games in Philly), discuss José Berríos allowing six earned runs over 4.2 IP, and what the future holds for Erik Swanson, who has allowed nine earned runs in 5.2 IP this season. Plus, they look ahead to the Diamondbacks series, and discuss whether the Jays will be buyers or sellers at the deadline. 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.
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Jun 14, 2025 • 34min

Francis Falters Again, Jays Lose Series vs. Phillies

Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 3-2 loss vs. the Phillies to wrap up a series loss in Philadelphia. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to Bowden Francis being lifted in the fourth inning - how did his start unravel so quickly? Is it all mental with him at this point? Is there a solution the Jays can find before he makes his next start, likely against the White Sox in Toronto, and is Max Scherzer a part of that solution? He also gets to Chad Green, who gave up the game-losing home run in the eighth inning - what does the future hold for him? Plus, he discusses the state of the bullpen at-large including Braydon Fisher flashing the good stuff again, what to do with Erik Swanson, and Yariel Rodríguez coming through once 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 affiliates.

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