JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to preview the Blue Jays series against the Pirates in Pittsburgh and the excitement of seeing Paul Skenes make his first career start against Toronto (00:00). The guys discuss the Jays' position as a favourite in the American League to reach the World Series, the depth of competition in the AL once the playoffs begin, what would constitute a disappointing end to the 2025 season, and the expectations for the rotation with Shane Bieber's debut looming. Later, JD and Ben get into the reports that the Diamondbacks could be looking to move All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte, and Rob Manfred's comments on possible MLB expansion (41:42).

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