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  • Aug. 27: Mike Florio and a 2015 NHL re-draft
    Brent Gunning and Justin Bourne dive into the inconsistent season of Hyun-jin Ryu and try to make sense of Jack Eichel reportedly changing player agents. Next, MLB Network Radio’s Casey Stern discusses the Yankees 12 game win streak, where Shohei Ohtani’s season should be placed in history, and says this Blue Jays season should be viewed as a success (19:13). Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk and Football Night in America joins the guys to weigh in on the Patriots QB situation, expectations for Jared Goff in Detroit, and some possible overachievers and underachievers for the upcoming season (51:14). To close, Brent and Justin have some fun redrafting the 2015 NHL entry draft and guess what? Conor McDavid still goes first overall!
    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 37 min
  • Aug. 26: Robbie Ray Makes His Cy Young Case
    Brent and Justin chat with Jays Talk host Josh Goldberg about Robbie Ray’s Cy Young candidacy and what his next contract might look like (18:10). Next, Sports Illustrated’s Gary Gramling stops by to talk about how the New York Jets stack up in the AFC East and if the Patriots QB competition is closer than we originally thought (49:00). Fianlly, the guys react to the contracts handed out in the NHL to both Andrei Svechnikov and Sean Couturier. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 34 min
  • Aug. 25: Time to Worry About Jose Berrios?
    Brent and Matt are joined by The Athletic’s Kaitlyn McGrath to discuss Jose Berrios third straight rocky start and if Vladdy Guerrero Jr. could be coming out of his slump sooner rather than later (22:53). Next up, Kevin Goldstein of FanGraphs chats about the Jays offensive struggles and what George Springer brings to the organization (52:21). NFL Executive of the Year Randy Mueller looks at the transition from college to the NFL for head coaches and why the Broncos chose Teddy Bridgewater as their starter (01:10:36).
    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Aug. 24: Manoah and the Bullpen Stop the Bleeding
    Brent and Matt are joined by Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi to talk about Alek Manoah’s start and what is needed from Jose Berrios as he takes the mound tonight (24:50). The Athletic’s Nate Tice discusses the hype surrounding Trevor Lawrence, and how the Saints offense might change with a new QB (49:42). Jon Tayler of FanGraphs gives his take on the Angels inability to put together a playoff caliber team and the Yankees chances of catching the Rays for top spot in the AL East (01:10:23).
    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Aug. 23:The Jays Blow it... Again
    Brent and Matt are joined by Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith to recap the weekend for the Blue Jays (20:25). WGR’s Sal Capaccio discusses the Bills as they prepare for the regular season, who has impressed in the pre-season and why Mitch Trubisky is such a good fit for the team (49:40). Buffalo Bisons play by play voice Pat Malacaro stops by to talk about Nate Pearson's most recent outings and Cavan Biggio’s rehab assignment (01:09:50).
    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Aug. 23: Disappointing Blue Jays Weekend
    Sportsnet Today opens with a Jays convo with Drew Fairservice of The Athletic (07:52), next Mark Schofield of USA today’s “Touchdown Wire” joins to discuss NFL storylines heading into week 3 of the preseason (30:40). After that Aaron Rose of Sports Illustrated Joins to talk about the Raptors and what their season will look like after a transitional offseason (47:10) and Gord Stellick joins the show to talk Leafs and NHL (01:17:20). In the final hour Jay Jaffe of FanGraphs joins the show to break down the Jays chances in the wildcard, Ohtani and more (01:36:38) and Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic joins to discuss the Bills (02:00:40).
    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    2 hr 20 min
  • Aug. 22: The future of the Blue Jays and NFL season preview
    Roger Lajoie host! The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath comes on to talk about how the Blue Jays are stepping up in Springer's absence, and if Charlie Montoyo will remain with the team in the future [12:00]. CEO of Woodbine Entertainment Jim Lawson discusses keeping horse racing afloat throughout the pandemic and the upcoming Queen's Plate event [27:35]. Cover 1 host Greg Tompsett speaks about the Buffalo Bills upcoming season in a tougher AFC East, and the expectations the team faces [48:23]. NFL radio voice and Legendary Sports Talk Show Host Lee 'Hacksaw' Hamilton examines injuries leading up to Week 1 and predicts how this season will play out, as well as the MLB's National League West [1:10:04]. Co-Host of the Turf Pod Joshua Howsam analyzes the Jays playoff chances amidst their struggles and the mental toughness of the team [1:26:57]. The Hockey News's Steven Ellis reviews the Women's World Championship as well as the COVID-19 safety protocols for the OHL and NHL going into next season [1:58:54].
    2 hr 24 min
  • Aug. 21: Blue Jays struggle and Women's Hockey returns
    Roger Lajoie recaps the Blue Jays loss to the Detroit Tigers. First, he is joined by Andrew Zuber, Co-Host of the Sportsfeld Podcast, to discuss the inconsistencies of the Toronto club, the current struggles in the offence, and if the players are starting to doubt themselves [09:40]. Jordan Dajani, NFL Writer for CBS Sports talks about the Buffalo Bills' Super Bowl expectations and if Larry Fitzgerald’s playing career might be over [49:34]. Then, Editor in Chief of The Fourth Period, David Pagnotta examines the amazing career of hockey goaltender Henrik Lundqvist, the Jack Eichel and Buffalo Sabres saga, and will the Arizona Coyotes find a new home [01:10:51]. Next, Hailey Salvian who covers the Calgary Flames and Women’s hockey for The Athletic weighs in on the return of the Women’s World Hockey Championship and Team Canada’s gold aspirations [01:36:57]. Finally Pat Tabler, Blue Jays Colour Analyst speaks on the recent bad luck at the plate for the team, if Nate Pearson is the solution for the bullpen, and does the future change for the front office if they don’t make the playoffs [01:57:22].
    2 hr 24 min
  • Aug. 19: Teeing up a massive homestand for the Jays
    Sportsnet Today opens with a conversation about the Jays chances in the wildcard race and Vlad's cold streak. Next Danny Vietti of the "Wake & Rake podcast" and CBS Sports joins the fellas to further the Jays conversation. Next Andrew Caley of Covers.net joins the show to break down some NFL futures and more. Finally the guys break down Listener texts on "For You Friday" . The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
    1 hr 36 min

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