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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker talk all things Blue Jays and MLB. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 4-6 PM ET during the baseball season.

Blair & Barker

Host of 'Nothing Personal' and former MLB executive David Samson (0:38) joins Blair and Barker to kick off the second hour. He weighs in on whether this is finally the Brewers' year, Kyle Tucker's down season, why the Blue Jays shouldn't overreact and over-correct in the offseason, and Pete Alonso's getting a curtain call on the road in Queens. Then, Jeff and Kevin react to Anthony Santander's latest setback before ESPN MLB reporter Jesse Rogers stops by (28:00) to discuss the White Sox's path to reclaiming the top spot in the AL Central in the final stretch of the season, Munetaka Murakami's recent struggles, and what he's learned about Pete Crow-Armstrong during his MVP-level campaign.

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.

 
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Blue Jays' Offseason Options with David Samson

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin this off-day edition by looking at the possible pitching plans for both the Blue Jays and Texas Rangers for their upcoming three-game series, before diving into what the Jays will need to do in their remaining nine games to make the playoffs, and touch on the playoff outlooks for the Rays and Dodgers. Then, ESPN MLB insider and host of Sources Tell Jeff Passan joins the show (25:50). He chats with Jeff and Kevin about whether this year’s playoff outcomes could change MLB’s CBA negotiations, no MLB owners accepting his invite to join his show, who he thinks will take that final AL Wild Card spot with the Guardians having overtaken the White Sox in the AL Central, and Junior Caminero’s season with the Rays. 

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.

 
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Pitching Plans, Playoff Pushes, and CBA Clashes

Sportsnet TV play-by-play voice of the Blue Jays Dan Shulman (0:43) joins Blair and Barker following the Jays' series-opening loss to the Detroit Tigers. He discusses the plan for Dylan Cease down the stretch, why we might see Trey Yesavage return sooner than later, Kazuma Okamoto's case for AL Rookie of the Year, what Brett Bateman's role will be in 2027, and much more. Later, MLB Network Radio host and former MLB pitcher Jensen Lewis (22:49) stops by to discuss the Guardians' historical success in Septembers, José Ramírez still fighting lingering effects from his hamate bone injury, whether Kenley Jansen is a Hall of Famer, and Louis Varland's closer mentality.

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.

 
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Rotation Plan Before the Postseason + Dan Shulman and Jensen Lewis

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin by sharing their reactions to the Blue Jays’ series-opening loss to the Tigers. They discuss John Schneider’s bullpen decisions, Charles McAdoo not stealing, Kazuma Okamoto’s home run, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s struggles at the plate. Then, former Major Leaguer and current Tigers broadcaster Bobby Scales joins the show (27:15) to chat about Kevin McGonigle’s stellar rookie season, what to expect from Drew Anderson on the mound, Kenley Jansen needing just four saves to reach 500 in his career, and Max Clark’s rise to the majors.

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.

 
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Questionable Decisions + Tigers' Future with Bobby Scales

Co-Host of Intentional Talk and former MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster (3:43) joins Blair and Barker to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s first homer at home of the season, whether Vladdy's season can be written off as a fluke, and how the home run can ignite the Jays' playoff push. Then, they chat about what makes José Soriano's sinker elite, how pitchers recover from non-arm injuries like Trey Yesavage, and whether the Cubs' pitching is good enough for a deep playoff run. Later, Tigers analyst and former Barker teammate Andy Dirks (32:44) stops by to help tee up the Blue Jays series against Detroit, Kevin McGonigle's evolution in his rookie season, A.J. Hinch's managerial performance, and what to expect from starter Troy Melton.

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.

 
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Vladdy's Homer Spark Jays' Push?

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the show discussing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hitting his first home run at Rogers Centre since the 2025 postseason as the Blue Jays won the last two games against the visiting Baltimore Orioles, Dylan Cease overcoming his dip in fastball velocity, Brett Bateman's power, if he could be the future lead-off hitter, and Spencer Arrighetti's improvements against the Orioles. Then, former MLB catcher, World Series champion and co-host on Foul Territory A.J. Pierzynski joins the guys (29:25) to chat about the crowd's reaction to Vlad Jr. getting picked off on base in the series opener to his first home run at home, the AL Wild Card race, how he would handle catching Cease and his secondary pitches, if either the Tampa Bay Rays or New York Yankees are the best team in the AL East, and whether this is the best chance for the Milwaukee Brewers to win the World Series. 

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.

 
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The First Home Run at Home + Brewers' Best Chance

Jeff and Kevin are joined by MLB Network Radio's and former Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets manager Jim Duquette (1:22) to get his thought on the Blue Jays designating Jesús Sánchez for assignment after being with the team majority of the season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s decline this year and the lack of home run power compared to 2025, who will sneak into the last AL Wild Card spot, if Bo Bichette would opt out of his contract after his first year with New York, what Pete Alonso has brought to the Orioles, and who should dictate Shohei Ohtani's future in both pitching and hitting for 2027 season. Then, Blue Jays Central analyst Madison Shipman (26:00) weighs in on the Jays moving Sánchez, how the team should attack their former teammate Chris Bassitt, expectation for Vladdy in the final 15 games, what has stood out to her from Brett Bateman's swing, how dangerous Spencer Miles' sinker is, and how can Dylan Cease overcome his velocity dipping. 

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.

 
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Final Stretch: Expectations for Vlad Jr. with Jim Duquette & Madison Shipman

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker get set for the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles. They react to the Jays' decision to DFA Jesús Sánchez and call up Rudy Martin Jr., the team's opportunity to make up ground in the Wild Card race, and what to expect from former Blue Jay Chris Bassitt who starts for Baltimore in the series opener. Later, Blue Jays manager John Schneider stops by (26:28) to discuss the timing of the decision to DFA Sánchez, Anthony Santander's progress, Spencer Miles' potential future role, what he wants to see from Dylan Cease's next start, the message for the team after a rough series in Sacramento, and much more!

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.

 
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jays DFA Sánchez + Taking on Bassitt's Orioles with John Schneider

Blair and Barker are joined by ESPN's MLB insider and Host of Sources Tell Jeff Passan (1:06) to give an early look at the 2027 Blue Jays opening day roster, who overlaps from the 2026 squad, the upcoming free agency class, why it's too early to give up on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., if Bo Bichette believes he can win in New York, the potential of him opting out of his new contract, and the future of the aging L.A. Dodgers' roster. Then, Jeff and Kevin head to the Back-Leg Line to hear from listeners after the Blue Jays lost their road series against the Athletics. 

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.

 
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Bo Bichette Stay in New York + Post-Athletics Back Leg Line!

On the off-day edition, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start with a look back on the Blue Jays' series loss to the Athletics. They discuss the Jays' bats going quiet in the series finale, whether they could make the playoffs without Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contributing offensively, the significance of the upcoming series against the Orioles, and Alejandro Kirk's missed opportunity on the basepaths. Later, Blue Jays Central's Caleb Joseph stops by (31:12) to share his takeaways from the Jays' road trip, the vibe in the clubhouse after a frustrating series, why Vladdy's struggles are more 'between the ears' than mechanical, and how Dylan Cease can manage through his dropping velocity.

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.

 
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jays DFA Sánchez + Taking on Bassitt's Orioles with John Schneider

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