Blair & Barker

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker examine the latest news around Major League Baseball: notably the Tampa Bay Rays trading for Nelson Cruz and Cleveland changing their name to the Guardians. Former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons discusses his experiences in the week before the trade deadline and shares his opinion on Toronto’s current squad (17:50)

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap Toronto’s loss to the Boston Red Sox and key in on Robbie Ray’s outing, Danny Jansen’s injury opening up the door for Alejandro Kirk, and Jordan Romano being used in the 8th inning. New York Mets Bench Coach (and home run derby pitcher extraordinaire!) Dave Jauss previews the upcoming series between Toronto and New York and discusses Jacob deGrom’s dominance on the mound this season.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to Ross Atkins’ comments suggesting that the team is concentrating on run prevention at the deadline and that Nate Pearson is an option for the team’s bullpen going forward. Then it’s time for Walk Off Wednesday: Jeff and Kevin take calls and texts on what the Blue Jays could do at the deadline, Pearson in the bullpen, Giancarlo Stanton’s struggles in NY, and Nelson Cruz as a trade candidate.

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Jeff & Kevin recap the Blue Jays’ 13-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox and discuss Ross Stripling’s post-game comments that summed up his thoughts regarding moving around between different homes this season. The duo look ahead to tonight’s game: What the Blue Jays can expect from Garrett Richards and Thomas Hatch being thrust into a start after Alek Manoah’s injury.

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Jeff & Kevin recap the Toronto Blue Jays’ series sweep over the Texas Rangers that saw impressive performances from both the pitching staff and hitters. The pair also look ahead to the Jays’ return to Rogers Centre and have an announcement about their show! WEEI’s Rob Bradford discusses the Red Sox as they get ready to face Toronto in an AL East series at Sahlen Field.

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Jeff & Kevin discuss the latest news around the game: The Yankees COVID-19 situation, the Atlanta Braves trading for Joc Pederson, and wonder if the Blue Jays would be able to trade for an unvaccinated player. MLB Network Radio & Texas Rangers analyst CJ Nitkowski gives the scouting report on Texas ahead of the Blue Jays series and talks about returning from the All-Star break as a player.

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Jeff & Kevin open up with the latest on the Blue Jays’ status on a return to Toronto, and discuss the team’s starting rotation against the Texas Rangers. MLB Network analyst “The Mayor” Sean Casey looks ahead to MLB’s second half, and shares his thoughts on the Blue Jays, Joey Gallo, and if players are being over-coached at a young age.

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Jeff & Kevin react to the the 2021 MLB All-Star Game where Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won the MVP award – becoming the first Toronto Blue Jays player to do so. Then it’s time for Walk Off Wednesday! The duo ask Jays fans for their second half wishes. Only time will tell if they come true . . .

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Jeff & Kevin recap Pete Alonso’s win in the MLB Home Run Derby, and discuss the pitching performance from Mets bench coach Dave Jauss. Colorado Rockies legend Dante Bichette talks about his son Bo playing his first All-Star Game in the city where he spent most of his career.

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Jeff & Kevin are joined by MLB Network’s Carlos Pena, who discusses the first-half of the season, his thoughts on the Blue Jays, and the MLB All-Star festivities headlined by Shohei Ohtani’s participation in the game & Home Run Derby. The pair react to the Blue Jays’ series loss against the Rays, and share their picks for tonight’s Home Run Derby at Coors Field.

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