Locked On Blue Jays - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Blue Jays

At least they aren't terrible injuries to talk about.

Yes, more injuries popped up at Blue Jays Spring Training. It's not surprising, but A.J. Andrews does her best to rationalize what the news on George Springer and Julian Merryweather's ailments means for the team as it prepares for April. At least there is good Nate Pearson news. Plus, A.J. discusses some topics from today's 4-1 win over the Phillies, such as the sheer revenge Steven Matz is enacting on the Phillies, all the bullpen arms working in unison, and some interesting positional decisions that should benefit the team moving forward.

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A real rollercoaster episode today.

A.J. Andrews has a lot of ground to cover today, so she wastes no time diving into the news of Nate Pearson's groin strain, what that means for the Blue Jays' top prospect and how it will affect Toronto's plans. Then she talks about some impressive performances from the weekend as the likes of Josh Palacios, Riley Adams and Tim Mayza looked sharp. Finally, she reflects on International Women's Day, the women who influenced her on the path to this point, and takes a moment to talk about the passing of former MLB pitcher Rheal Cormier.

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In the words of Faithless, I can't get no sleep...

Following two days where A.J. andrews was unable to record due to the machinations of the WCC Tournament's schedule, she is here on Friday to deliver the first fan episode of the year! She discusses what players the fans are keeping their eyes on in Spring Training, from the stars like George Springer, to the ....not-stars. Sorry Breyvic Valera. We do talk positively about him though!

Thanks to @BlueJayMatt, @pugganoche, @jaysinflight, @JCattail914 and @USofJays for submitting their thoughts!

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At least now we know Corey Kluber's arm did not fall off.

The second half of the conversation between A.J. Andrews and Stacey Gotsoulias of Locked On Yankees wraps up the first division day of the month! The two women discuss the free agents that they are happy did not end up signing with the team (one guess what that discussion is centered on), the joys of watching a championship and hoping the Blue Jays' parade will be due soon, and some forced predictions because honestly, we just want this season to go off without a hitch!

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Yay! Guests are back!

We're kicking off a string of Division Day Wednesdays on the podcast network, as A.J. Andrews is joined by the first of her four other A.L. East hosts for a discussion of the upcoming season! Stacey Gotsoulias of Locked On Yankees is on to what it meant to see George Springer sign with the Canadian team, and how fun it was that the Blue Jays defeated the Yankees to open up Spring Training! (Note, that was before the Yankees won today.)

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By the time you read this, I'll already be asleep.

A.J. Andrews continues her look at the glorious first three days of undefeated Blue Jays baseball (yes, it's Spring Training. She doesn't care) by talking about some of the early pitching performances. In terms of starters there were things to like about Robbie Ray, Steven Matz and Nate Pearson's outings, although Pearson has a little way to go. She discusses the Sunday battle for depth order as there was good (Anthony Kay), bad (T.J. Zeuch) and ugly (Jacob Waguespack). Finally she wraps up by expressing joy at seeing reports of a man who's arm fell apart in front of her step back onto the mound. We see you, Tim Mayza.

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The people wanted it. The people got it. More Blue Jays talk is back.

Yes, the return of baseball has lifted the spirits of A.J. Andrews, enough that she can actually talk about baseball again! For longer, too! In this episode, she lays out how she's going to tackle the season, starting with being able to see Marcus Semien on the field for Toronto (and hear about George Springer. Sportsnet.), Jonathan Davis and Rowdy Tellez having strong starts to the exhibition season, and a non-roster player who caught her eye. Strap in, y'all! The ball game is back!

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Not happy I have to burn both those puns in one title.

While we've been talking a lot about the players the Blue Jays have brought into the fold recently, a pair of prominent 2020 members did depart this month. A.J. Andrews looks at the value that Derek Fisher and Shun Yamaguchi gave the team during their respective times in Toronto. That's why this is a short episode. Still, we can laugh about Derek Fisher catching balls with his head one more time at least.

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They can't all be winning names.

A.J. Andrews finally completes her new acquisition trilogy (a rate George R. R. Martin would be proud of!) by discussing the return of David Phelps on a one-year deal. What is the veteran right-hander going to offer the Blue Jays in his second tour of duty? How does he fit into the bullpen picture this season? Who or what is a Joel Payamps and why was he listed on the Jays' 40-man roster for two weeks? These are the questions that our host answers to the best of her abilities!

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At least this video game reference is a little more relevant nowadays.

A.J. Andrews continues her revival by talking about the last thing she needs to discuss from January. The Blue Jays traded three pitchers to get Steven Matz from the Mets, but the reactions were... mixed to negative on getting a guy with a 9.68 ERA in 2020. Andrews talks about how this fits the pattern the Blue Jays have used to trade for arms in recent years and the chances that Matz will be able to overcome what happened to him last season. How does she feel? ...Meh.

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