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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

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined in-studio by Blue Jays Central analyst Joe Siddall (1:19) to recap Trey Yesavage's MLB debut, how Tyler Heineman approached catching Trey's first game, Jeff Hoffman's pitch sequencing, Andrés Giménez's stint as shortstop while Bo Bichette is on the IL, who would round out as the Jays' three starters in a three-game series, the final roster spots on the pitching end, and José Berríos' slurve. Then, the guys are joined by pitching coach Pete Walker (25:45) to get his take on Trey's first game with the big-league roster, the plan for Yesavage moving forward, Braydon Fisher's control late in the game, and getting Jeff Hoffman's and Berríos' elite pitches back. Finally, Jeff and Kevin react to the news that Bo Bichette will miss the remainder of the regular season.

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.

A Catcher's Responsibility with Joe Siddall + Pete Walker's First Impressions

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open with a look back on Trey Yesavage's 9-strikeout debut against the Tampa Bay Rays. They weigh in on how the Jays should deploy Yesavage in the postseason, news on Bo Bichette's injury, Andrés Giménez's play at shortstop, and potential solutions for Jeff Hoffman's dipping velocity. Later, following his heroics in extra innings on Monday, Blue Jays reliever Braydon Fisher stops by (26:40) to discuss how his trip to Triple-A helped him reset, the difference between pitching in the sixth and seventh versus pitching late innings, what he's learned from Hoffman this season, his thoughts on Yesavage's stellar debut, and the team's winning culture.

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.

Yesavage Deals in Debut + Extra Innings Hero Braydon Fisher

Buffalo Bisons' pitching coach Drew Hayes joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to describe Trey Yesavage as a pitcher and person in the clubhouse, his best pitch within his arsenal, the dynamics of his high release point, the stints between starting a game and coming out of the bullpen, and what would be a clear indicator that he's on the right path to success ahead of his Blue Jays' debut (11:00). Then, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi stops by (35:19) to discuss the news that Bo Bichette is looking into a second opinion on his sprained left PCL, what steered the Blue Jays into calling Yesavage up to the main roster, and why Tyler Heineman is catching Trey's MLB debut. 

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.

Trey Yesavage Scouting Report + An Update on Bo Bichette

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker get set for Blue Jays' top prospect Trey Yesavage's MLB debut to kick off the team's series against the Tampa Bay Rays. They share expectations for the young starter, takeaways from the Jays' weekend sweep over the Baltimore Orioles, Addison Barger's push for a larger role, and much more. Later, Rays TV analyst and former pitcher Brian Anderson (32:40) joins the show to discuss what's behind Tampa's streaky season, Junior Caminero's breakout year, and how the Rays' bats might attack Yesavage's tricky release point.

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.

Trey Day in Tampa

Former Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about his transition to coaching for the University of Texas, how he's navigated being a mentor versus a coach, working closely with Bo Bichette, his hitting style, the unique style of playing at short, Bo's overall performance in 2025, working through a contract year, memories of Rogers Centre and the 2015 baseball club, and his advice to the current Jays on pushing through October. To wrap up the show, Blair and Barker touch on their expectations for Chris Bassitt against the Baltimore Orioles and their keys to victory over the weekend 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 affiliate.

Pennant Races with Troy Tulowitzki

Blue Jays manager John Schneider joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker for his weekly chat about his lineup decisions with Bo Bichette on the IL, if Addison Barger can be a mainstay as the clean-up hitter, Anthony Santander's rehab stint with Buffalo, revisiting Jeff Hoffman's workload and sequencing his pitches, when he would consider changing the closer role, Kevin Gausman's longevity, Jose Berrios' progression back towards being himself on the mound, confidence in Davis Schneider, and the feeling of playing at home. Then, Buffalo Bisons play-by-play voice Pat Malacaro stops by to elaborate on Santander's rehab, Trey Yesavage's adjustment to pitching in AAA, Orelvis Martínez's struggles, and the outlook on Alek Manoah's potential road back 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 affiliate.

Lineup Decisions Without Bichette + Bisons Report

ESPN's Jeff Passan joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss whether Bo Bichette is a bigger loss to the Blue Jay than Trea Turner to the Philadelphia Phillies, the scouting reports on relivers and why there wasn't a greater market for them during the trade deadline, the NL and AL MVP race, if the San Francisco Giants can sneak into the post-season, and what could Kyle Schwarber get on the free agency market. Then, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman stops by to chat about the baseball club's resilience, Daulton Varsho's place as the clean-up hitter vs. putting Addison Barger in that spot, expectations for Jose Berrios, and the communication between Vladdy and the rest of the infield. 

 

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 affiliate.

AL & NL MVP Races + The Jays' Resilience

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays-Astros series opening thriller, Vladdy's decision to throw to Addison Barger at third base to cut off Jose Altuve, the bottom of the order's rally in the 9th including Isiah Kiner-Falefa's crucial hit, Daulton Varsho's stint as the clean-up hitter, and the gap increasing between the Jays and New York Yankees. Then, MLB Network's and former MLB catcher Alex Avila joins the guys to chat about what it means for the Jays to secure their 8th walk-off of the season, if the team is still the best club without Bo Bichette on the active roster, the home cooking, Alejandro Kirk's ability to adjust to his increased workload, and Max Scherzer's season.

 

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 affiliate.

Walking Off the Astros + Alejandro Kirk's Biggest Adjustment

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph to chat about Daulton Varsho's mechanical changes at the plate, pitching against Yordan Alvarez, if Braydon Fisher is the front-runner to takeover Louis Varland's spot in high leverage, and his expectations for Jose Berrios in his next start. Then, we hear from manager John Schneider ahead of their series against the Astros. Afterwards, Houston Astros TV analyst Geoff Blum stops by to discuss how Jeremy Peña has been able to elevate his offence, Jake Meyers importance in the outfield, the protection around Alvarez in the order, and Luis Garcia's pitching since coming off of Tommy John. 

 

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 affiliate.

The Next Most Important Series Against Astros

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show discussing the Blue Jays' roster move sending Bo Bichette to the 10-day IL and calling up Joey Loperfido, expectations for the team moving forward without Bo for the final stretch of September, and the upcoming series opener against the Houston Astros. Then, host of Foul Territory and former MLB catcher Erik Kratz stops by to chat about stealing signs across the league and in particular during the New York Yankees-Blue Jays series finale, if the Jays can win the division without Bo in the lineup, Shane Bieber's outing coming off Tommy John, and if the Astros' consistent run into the post-season is nearing it's end. 

 

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 affiliate.

Walking Off the Astros + Alejandro Kirk's Biggest Adjustment

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