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Recapping Toronto Blue Jays action after every game and fielding listener calls and texts with hosts Jeff Blair, Kevin Barker and Sho Alli! Don't miss Jays Talk Plus from Monday to Friday with Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz at 10am-12pm.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 40min
JTP: A Lousy Weekend & Orelvis’ Suspension
Blake Murphy is joined by Shi Davidi to discuss what we know about the Orelvis Martinez suspension. Gabrielle Starr checks in to preview the streaking Red Sox. Doug Fox updates where the Jays farm system sits and Colton Hall, whose photo of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went viral, outlines his approach to photography and the reaction to his iconic still.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.

Jun 23, 2024 • 55min
Despite Two Horwitz Bombs, Jays Losing Streak Hits a Season-Worst Six Games
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 loss to the Guardians to wrap up a second consecutive series sweep. They take your calls and texts, and get to the now season-worst six game losing streak - what depths does the team need to reach before a change is made? Will it happen on this road trip, before Canada Day, or the All-Star Break? They discuss Spencer Horwitz clubbing two home runs - his first multi-home run game - should he be playing every day? Plus, they get into the 80-game suspension handed down to Orelvis Martínez for using PEDs - how does this happen, and how does it ripple out to the rest of the roster? 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.

Jun 23, 2024 • 1h 2min
Jays Losing Streak Hits Five, Matches Season-Worst Skid
Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss to the Guardians to lose the series at Progressive Field. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the ninth inning injury to Daulton Varsho - after being removed with lower back tightness, what are the Jays' options if he is forced to miss time? They get into the play of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., George Springer batting cleanup, and José Berríos allowing three home runs in an inconsistent start. Plus, they discuss what's best for the Blue Jays long-term - how do you turn this around? 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.

Jun 22, 2024 • 26min
Jays Losing Streak Hits Four in Cleveland
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 loss to the Guardians in Cleveland to kick off the road trip. They take your calls, and get to Yariel Rodríguez only lasting 1.1 IP - what was up with him today? Was he brought off the IL too soon? They discuss the offence only mustering the one run - a solo home run from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. - and discuss the options remaining. Why don't the Buffalo Boys play more often, namely Spencer Horwitz and Ernie Clement? 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.

Jun 21, 2024 • 1h 40min
JTP: Blue Jays Selling Options & Bisons’ Ryan Long
Blake Murphy is joined by Jonah Birenbaum to discuss how the 2024 Blue Jays compare to other teams in recent franchise history along with what a Blue Jays sell looks like this season. David Laurila discusses the Guardians and why some players feel the MLB is juicing baseballs. Bisons hitting coach Ryan Long gives his thoughts on how he has grown as a coach and Orelvis Martinez. In the final segment, Jim Rosenhaus details key adjustments Josh Naylor has made to help his hitting.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.

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 40min
JTP: New Low in Sox Sweep & Celebrating Mays at Rickwood Field
Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to recap the Blue Jays getting swept by the Red Sox and what the front office’s appetite to sell may be. Matthew Ritchie discusses the history of Rickwood Field and Willie Mays’ connection to fans. Eno Sarris breaks down Kevin Gausman’s struggles and why he’s intrigued by Bowden Francis. In the final segment, Chris Nowlin shares how he’s teaching pitchers the lost art of the knuckleball.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.

Jun 20, 2024 • 37min
Jays Swept Away by Red Sox at the Dome
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-3 loss vs. the Red Sox, completing the Boston sweep at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get to the offence failing to produce yet again - even if the team did DFA or trade multiple players, who else can possibly be called up? Is this roster something that can be fixed in-season? They also get into the in-game adjustments made by John Schneider, and debate the manager's role in the decision making process. 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.

Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 40min
JTP: Martinez Called Up, Tough Decisions Ahead & Sami Zayn
Blake Murphy is joined by Kaitlyn McGrath to recap a loss to the Red Sox. WWE Wrestler Sami Zayn joins to discuss where his love for comedy started leading up to his show in Toronto on July 4. Jon Morosi outlines the tough decisions ahead for the Blue Jays front office. In the final segment, Brandon Wile looks at future MLB rule changes, specifically the challenge system that will likely come to the MLB in the coming years.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.

Jun 19, 2024 • 25min
Remembering Willie Mays + Jays Lose Series vs. Red Sox
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss the passing of Willie Mays at the age of 93, one of the game's greatest players, and share some thoughts on his Hall of Fame career. Afterwards, they break down the Blue Jays' 4-3 loss vs. the Red Sox to lose the series at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls, and get into the pinch hit decisions of John Schneider, the bullpen usage, and the start from Chris Bassitt. 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.

Jun 18, 2024 • 1h 40min
JTP: Red Sox Loss, Quiet Bats & Bullpen Usage
Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst Madison Shipman in-studio to recap Monday's loss to the Red Sox, while Ben Clemens of FanGraphs accesses Bo Bichette’s market and what makes Danny Jansen a unique catcher (25:15). Afterwards, The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey touches on why the Red Sox are in the midst of a season-defining stretch (50:00). In the final segment, radio voice of the Blue Jays Ben Shulman looks at how the team should deploy their bullpen and Ernie Clement's recent groove at the plate (01:15:24). 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.


