For a rare appearance in front of Blue Jays media, team president Mark Shapiro talks about his future with Rogers ownership as he nears the end of his contract. On Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal discusses Shapiro’s views on the evolution of his manager John Schneider, what his lukewarm comments on negotiations with Bo Bichette might mean, the success of the team compared to 2024 and more. The boys explain the importance of Mason Fluharty’s huge strikeout of Shohei Ohtani and how it may have saved the psyche of the clubhouse. Heading to September, will the lefty combo of Brendon Little and Fluharty, if they are joined by Eric Lauer, be an advantage. It may be that Sahlen Field in Buffalo was the place to be this week, with Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage and Shane Bieber all getting a chance to start for the AAA-Bisons. Also, is 90 wins the target for the Blue Jays to safely earn a playoff spot … and more.

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INDEX:

0:00 Intro 

0:37 The media avail of Mark Shapiro

5:20 Shapiro on Shapiro’s future

10:43 Bo’s future with the Jays

23:02 Manager John Schneider performance review and question of an extension

31:25 Shapiro remembers the anniversary of the start of the ‘94 strike and the Indians

34:34 The impact of Fluharty’s strikeout of Ohtani in L A.

41:05 Building a late-season Jays bullpen with 3 lefties and Yesavage

46:36 Building a shortened playoff rotation

49:37 Targeting 90 wins for the Jays

55:27 Raleigh or Judge for AL MVP

59:39 Ironbacks summary and looking ahead

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