Blue Jays Talk

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Dan Shulman to relive Buck Martinez's return to the booth with him, the offence putting up big numbers on the board, which areas of their roster could they upgrade or move in preparation for a potential Wild Card series, and if there's pressure on the front office with Yusei Kikuchi returning to the mound before the trade deadline (2:24). MLB Network's Adnan Virk weighs in on Mike Trout dealing with back issues, if there's an arms race between the American League teams, and why he thinks the Jays could be aggressive ahead at the deadline (49:29). Afterward, Former Blue Jays and MLB analyst Ricky Romero jumps on to chat about playing in the Jays Care golf tournament, his experience of dealing with injuries and making a return, the adjustments for Kikuchi, and why there's trust from the pitcher's catcher (1:07:53).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-3 win over the Cardinals at Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and they get right to George Springer crushing a grand slam to blow the game wide open in the sixth inning. They break down the Jays finally beating teams they 'should' beat, and also discuss the start from José Berríos, including the location of his pitches needing to be more consistent. Plus, some trade deadline talk, including whether or not guys like Michael Fulmer or Gregory Soto might be available in a few weeks.

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Blake Murphy and Sportsnet producer Chris Black dive into the offence finding its stride after a 1-9 stretch, the showcase of the Jays' depth in their batters and fielders, and his early returns on interim manager John Schneider leading the team (3:26). The Athletic's Katie Woo jumps on to discuss how big the next two games are for the Cardinals against the Blue Jays with some players added to the restricted list, and the St. Louis' link to Juan Soto (26:36). Plus, Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi looks at the prospects the Jays had drafted this year, Yusei Kikuchi's potential return in their series against the Detroit Tigers, how Jose Berrios has been able to turn around his season, and where he senses the ballclub leaning towards ahead of the trade deadline (48:45). Afterward Blake plays a bit of trivia relating to Bradley Zimmer and plate appearances, then previews the first of two games against the Cardinals with Berrios on the mound (1:13:30).

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Blake Murphy is joined by Spin Rate podcast's Drew Fairservice to chat about the Red Sox's struggles in their first series post all-star break, if the Blue Jays are settled with their group of fielders, if he believes in Raimel Tapia's bat, and would the Boston become sellers at the trade deadline (7:52). The Athletic's Eno Sarris explains why "Three True Outcomes" (a home run, a walk or a strikeout) are down this season, and what makes Ross Stripling's changeup intriguing (28:13). FanGraphs' Ben Clemens jumps on to discuss the chances for the Cardinals to send prospects for Nationals' Juan Soto, if Marlins' Pablo Lopez will be moved with two years left on his contract, and the market for catchers (50:12). MLB Network's Jon Morosi weighs in on what needs to change in the international draft and free agent pool, why he's high on Soto being traded before the deadline, and where the Blue Jays will pivot in the pitching market (1:13:47).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the Red Sox at Fenway Park to earn the first sweep in Boston since 2015! They take your calls and texts, and get to Raimel Tapia's outstanding weekend - which included a two-out, bases-clearing triple in the first inning - and break down how important he has become to this lineup. They discuss John Schneider implementing more aggressiveness, i.e. more hit-and-runs, and also take a look at the years to-date for both Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk.

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 win over the Red Sox at Fenway Park. They take your calls and texts, and get to the fiery Alek Manoah and his seven 'punchies' over six innings of work. They discuss his choice of words for the Red Sox batters at the end of the sixth inning, and John Schneider calming him down once his outing was over. Plus, a chat on the top hitters only grabbing a handful of hits, the bullpen needing just one more addition to really solidify things, and whether or not Ross Stripling's nickname is a good one.

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' historic 28-5 win over the Red Sox at Fenway Park! They take your calls and texts, discuss the monstrous showing from the bats, including an inside-the-park grand slam from Raimel Tapia, and how Tapia has contributed up and down the lineup this season. They chat the team showing some better at-bats, the six-hit night from Lourdes Gurriel Jr., and six RBI from Danny Jansen. Plus, a discussion on Kevin Gausman's outing, one that saw him rack up 10 strikeouts over five innings of work, and what to expect from him going forward.

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Blake Murphy returns with Jays Talk Plus and is joined by Sportsnet.ca's Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss their expectations for the Toronto ballclub ahead of the second half, resting George Springer, if the front office can make a move for Juan Soto, and the main priorities to improve on ahead of the trade deadline (5:42). Afterward Blake looks back Alek Manoah's showcase at the 2022 All-Star Game (35:42). FanGraphs' Dan Szymborski jumps on to chat about the tight race in the AL Wild Card, why he would like to see the White Sox add Soto to their roster, and if outfielder Bryan Reynolds could fit on the Jays (53:58). Finally, Blake previews the Blue Jays and Red Sox series to kick-off the second half of the season (1:15:20).

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 win over the Royals at Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get to the team being led into the break by their All-Stars, including a two-run blast from Alejandro Kirk and Jordan Romano slamming the door in the ninth. They discuss whether or not the Blue Jays should explore trading one of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. or Bo Bichette to acquire Juan Soto, and what the cost might be in both prospect capital and major league players. Plus, a discussion on what needs improving the most at the deadline, the bullpen, starting rotation, or the lineup.

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Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-5 walk-off win over the Royals at Rogers Centre! He discusses the bats coming to life in the tenth inning, including the game-winning RBI double from Teoscar Hernandez - has the managerial change given him a boost? He discusses the stellar play from the bulk of the bullpen - especially Yimi Garcia - and also gets to the decision to remove Alejandro Kirk for Bradley Zimmer late in the game. Plus, a discussion on the chaotic nature of the MLB playoffs, and how just making it in there might be all the Jays need.

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