Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Hour 2 with Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (2:15) to discuss the mood around the Blue Jays clubhouse after last night's loss, the futures of Brett Bateman, Myles Straw, and Josh Smith, and where Jose Berrios stands. They also dig into how John Schneider and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s relationship has evolved this year, Spencer Miles' future role, how a lockout could affect offseason plans, and whether Anthony Santander returns to the Jays' lineup next season. Later, The Athletic's Jayson Stark (27:22) joins to debate his AL Least Valuable Player pick between Guerrero Jr. and Cal Raleigh, breaks down Jacob Misiorowski's excellent season and whether he can sustain it, Pat Murphy's managerial style, and the extensions for Chad Tracy and Andy Green.

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With the Blue Jays' game rained out, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on their series-opening loss to the Baltimore Orioles. They discuss Brett Bateman's injury, Pete Alonso getting the better of Tyler Rogers, Trey Yesavage's performance in his return, early impressions of José Rodríguez, what is still left to learn with five days left in the regular season, and the uncertainties clouding the Blue Jays' offseason. Later, WEEI's Rob Bradford stops by (30:26) to discuss Red Sox manager Chad Tracy's newly signed extension, the catalyst behind Boston's turnaround this season, the state of their bullpen ahead of the postseason, and why they have a chance to go on a deep run.

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Orioles analyst and former MLB pitcher Ben McDonald joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the Blue Jays' penultimate series of the regular season in Baltimore (0:24). They discuss the role weather may play at Camden Yards, how pitchers deal with rain delays disrupting their routines, how the Orioles' front office will react to their disappointing year in the offseason, and Coby Mayo's star ceiling. Jeff and Kevin tune into John Schneider's availability before welcoming Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph into the studio (27:30). He weighs in on Cease's injury, what to expect from Trey Yesavage in his return, how Alejandro Kirk can call a more efficient game, and José Soriano's pitch sequencing.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open this edition sharing their reactions to the Blue Jays losing two of three over the weekend in Texas. They discuss the injuries to Dylan Cease and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., whether Cease will make another start this season, the Jays’ postseason chances with just six games remaining, and how the lineup needs to change this offseason. Then, Jeff and Kevin welcome former Twins GM and co-host of Rosters to Rings, Thad Levine (31:01). He touches on the impact of Dylan Cease missing his next start, how concerning his velocity dip is, what the Jays' outlook is, his worries around Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and whether the Brewers' regular season success will hold up in the playoffs.

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MLB Network insider Jon Morosi (1:47) joins Blair and Barker to discuss the penultimate weekend of the regular season, and what the Jays need to do to win the Wild Card race. He discusses Dylan Cease's concerning finish, potential consequences in Toronto if the Blue Jays miss the playoffs, and whether the Dodgers are vulnerable heading into the postseason. Later, Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant stops by (30:45) to share a Rangers POV of the Blue Jays' weekend series, discuss how Justin Foscue has revitalized their lineup, and break down what the Jays' bats can expect from the top of Texas' rotation.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker tee up the Blue Jays' pivotal weekend series against the Texas Rangers. They discuss what it'll take from the Jays to get a playoff spot with just nine games remaining, the nasty collision between Mets' Jared Young and Nolan McLean, their expectations for Dylan Cease in the series opener, and how the Jays attack the top of the Rangers' rotation. Then, Blue Jays manager John Schneider joins the show from Arlington (26:21) to discuss what recent call-up José Rodríguez can bring to the team, Shane Bieber and Trey Yesavage's progress, how Cease is dealing with his velocity dip, whether he'll be more aggressive with in-game decisions in the final stretch, and much more.

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Host of 'Nothing Personal' and former MLB executive David Samson (0:38) joins Blair and Barker to kick off the second hour. He weighs in on whether this is finally the Brewers' year, Kyle Tucker's down season, why the Blue Jays shouldn't overreact and over-correct in the offseason, and Pete Alonso's getting a curtain call on the road in Queens. Then, Jeff and Kevin react to Anthony Santander's latest setback before ESPN MLB reporter Jesse Rogers stops by (28:00) to discuss the White Sox's path to reclaiming the top spot in the AL Central in the final stretch of the season, Munetaka Murakami's recent struggles, and what he's learned about Pete Crow-Armstrong during his MVP-level campaign.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin this off-day edition by looking at the possible pitching plans for both the Blue Jays and Texas Rangers for their upcoming three-game series, before diving into what the Jays will need to do in their remaining nine games to make the playoffs, and touch on the playoff outlooks for the Rays and Dodgers. Then, ESPN MLB insider and host of Sources Tell Jeff Passan joins the show (25:50). He chats with Jeff and Kevin about whether this year’s playoff outcomes could change MLB’s CBA negotiations, no MLB owners accepting his invite to join his show, who he thinks will take that final AL Wild Card spot with the Guardians having overtaken the White Sox in the AL Central, and Junior Caminero’s season with the Rays. 

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Sportsnet TV play-by-play voice of the Blue Jays Dan Shulman (0:43) joins Blair and Barker following the Jays' series-opening loss to the Detroit Tigers. He discusses the plan for Dylan Cease down the stretch, why we might see Trey Yesavage return sooner than later, Kazuma Okamoto's case for AL Rookie of the Year, what Brett Bateman's role will be in 2027, and much more. Later, MLB Network Radio host and former MLB pitcher Jensen Lewis (22:49) stops by to discuss the Guardians' historical success in Septembers, José Ramírez still fighting lingering effects from his hamate bone injury, whether Kenley Jansen is a Hall of Famer, and Louis Varland's closer mentality.

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin by sharing their reactions to the Blue Jays’ series-opening loss to the Tigers. They discuss John Schneider’s bullpen decisions, Charles McAdoo not stealing, Kazuma Okamoto’s home run, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s struggles at the plate. Then, former Major Leaguer and current Tigers broadcaster Bobby Scales joins the show (27:15) to chat about Kevin McGonigle’s stellar rookie season, what to expect from Drew Anderson on the mound, Kenley Jansen needing just four saves to reach 500 in his career, and Max Clark’s rise to the majors.

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