Digging In with J.P. Arencibia

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Luke Maile just made his first ever appearance as a reliever, so he's got a new perspective on the pride and pain of pitching. He goes through his array of pitches (a fastball and knuckleball) and reprises his role as team post-game DJ. Plus, JP talks about the friction politics can cause in the clubhouse in the wake of the Boston Red Sox decision to visit the White House.

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has finally arrived in Toronto! Blue Jays shortstop Freddy Galvis talks about his first impressions of the phenom, having a new role as a veteran leader, and growing out his dreadlocks. Plus, Nick and J.P. get a little heated about bat flips and debate a truly bizarre animal-themed Would You Rather.

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Buffalo Bisons manager Bobby Meacham has a first-hand view of Vladimir Guerrero Jr's development in Triple-A, as well as prospects like Bo Bichette and Cavan Biggio. While the Blue Jays bats finally break out, only to deal with a rash of pitching injuries, and J.P. has something to get off his chest about Tim Anderson's bat flip. Plus: Would you rather have $100K cash or a $500K gift card?

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Toronto Blue Jays starter Clay Buchholz talks about his new role as a veteran in the rotation, throwing a no-hitter, and owning J.P. Arencibia in his career. Plus, Lourdes Gurriel Jr's throwing issues, Nate Pearson's strong start, and issues with the Ozzie Albies contract.

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San Francisco Giants outfielder Kevin Pillar talks about his trade from the Toronto Blue Jays, fitting in with his new team, and saying goodbye to Toronto. Plus, Nick and JP try to figure out why the Blue Jays are struggling to hit.

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Toronto Blue Jays rookie starter Trent Thornton joins J.P. and Nick to talk about the moment he got the call to make him an official big leaguer, his thoughts before his debut, his secret musical talent, and... eating a live fish?! Plus, they break down the 'stunt foods' available around MLB.

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J.P. and Nick go live from the Rec Room on a grim Opening Day to discuss the biggest stories of the Blue Jays season, set some over/unders, and take an eclectic series of questions from the crowd.

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New Blue Jays pitcher Matt Shoemaker joins the pod to talk about his belief in his teammates and why he's so excited about the food culture in Toronto while J.P. and Nick take a deep dive into spring training culture and discuss some of the latest MLB rule change proposals.

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Bo Bichette joins the podcast to talk about his mindset competing for a job against the odds and gives a snapshot of his off-field life. J.P. and Nick talk about the Blue Jays' quiet offseason that was, and 'J.P. career trivia' is retired in favour of a new segment.

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 In light of Roy Halladay's induction into the Hall of Fame, J.P. and Nick invite a trio of guests to the show to reminisce about the ace's legendary tenure with the Blue Jays.

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