Podcast
Blair & Barker
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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.
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Inside the Braves with Alex Anthopoulos
4d ago00:49:44Tap to summarizeFormer Blue Jays executive and current Braves President of Baseball Operations and GM Alex Anthopoulos (1:17) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of Atlanta's series against Toronto. He discusses the manager transition from Brian Snitker to Walt Weiss, the team's hot start, the offseason emphasis on depth, Raisel Iglesias' unsung efficiency, Matt Olson's MVP-calibre campaign, Chris Sale's mentality, and much more. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's availability from Atlanta. Finally, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi stops by (34:36) to preview the Jays' test against the Braves. 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.
Transcribe →June Outlook on the 2026 Blue Jays
4d ago00:49:49Tap to summarizeJeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to the Blue Jays' series opener in Atlanta against the Braves, keys to a bounce-back game for the team and Kevin Gausman on the mound, and Vlad Jr.'s lack of extra-base hits this season. Then, former pitcher and current co-host of VSiN By the Books, Jensen Lewis (30:50) joins the guys to chat about the state of college baseball, how the Jays should approach their series against one of the best teams in the Majors currently, finding continuity with the bullpen and Jeff Hoffman, Tarik Skubal returning to play soon and the rumours around trading him at the deadline. 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.
Transcribe →Hitting in 2026 with Dexter Fowler + Off Day Check-In with BNS
5d ago00:49:54Tap to summarizeFormer MLB outfielder and current NBC analyst Dexter Fowler (3:01) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following the Blue Jays' series against the Orioles in Baltimore. They discuss Jesús Sánchez's odd injury, the Jays' tough injury luck, the American League landscape, why it's so hard to hit in today's MLB, and how Pete Crow-Armstrong can break out of his defensive slump in the outfield. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (29:00) stops by ahead of the Blue Jays' series against the Atlanta Braves, and he discusses Jeff Hoffman's role moving forward, Spencer Miles' outing against the Orioles, Ernie Clement's adjustment to being an everyday second baseman, and what the Jays have in Charles McAdoo. Finally, Jeff and Kevin grade John Schneider's 2026 campaign so far. 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.
Transcribe →Odd Ends Against the O's + State of the AL with Jayson Stark
5d ago00:49:50Tap to summarizeJeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back at the Blue Jays' weekend series in Baltimore against the Orioles and touch on Jeff Hoffman's 9th-inning meltdown, Spencer Miles' first start on the road, Jesús Sánchez getting hit by a ball in the outfield from the stands, and Charles McAdoo's debut weekend in the Majors. Then, The Athletic's and host of the Starkville Podcast Jayson Stark joins the guys (29:17) to chat about the New York Yankees 13-run game against the A's, the state of the American League and it's East division with many teams without a winning record, if the Chicago White Sox's pitching staff is sustainable, and why the 2026 NL Cy Young Award is a tight race. 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.
Transcribe →Wrapping Up May + Who is the Jays' MVP?
1w ago00:49:49Tap to summarizeBlue Jays Talk's Sho Alli joins Jeff Blair in studio to close out the week (0:15). They reflect on the Jays' play through May, what it would mean to close the month with a .500 record, and what they expect from Adam Macko against the Orioles. Then, they listen in on John Schneider's pre-game availability, where the skipper chats about the decision to start Macko, navigating pitcher injuries, Louis Varland's consistency, and much more. Finally, Jeff goes to the Back Leg Line to answer your questions and ask listeners who the Jays' MVP is at this point in the 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.
Transcribe →Chasing .500 in Baltimore with John Schneider
1w ago00:49:51Tap to summarizeBlue Jays manager John Schneider (1:05) joins Jeff Blair following the team's series-opening win over the Baltimore Orioles. The skipper shares his expectations for recent call-up Charles McAdoo ahead of his MLB debut, what it would mean to finish May with a .500 record, how he's navigated significant injuries in the rotation, why the outfield defence has dropped off, and Brandon Valenzuela's growth as a catcher. Later, former MLB infielder and co-host of the B-More Baseball Podcast, Mike Bordick, stops by (26:02) to discuss what the Jays can expect from Orioles starter Brandon Young, why the O's have failed to meet expectations placed on their young core, Pete Alonso's fit, and the future at catcher between Adley Rutschman and Sammy Basallo. 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.
Transcribe →Lockout Looming with Jeff Passan
1w ago00:49:51Tap to summarizeJeff Blair welcomes Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux (1:47) into the studio ahead of Toronto's four-game series against the Baltimore Orioles. They discuss the positive signs from their series against the Marlins, whether Tyler Heineman's roster spot is safe when Alejandro Kirk returns, how Patrick Corbin has limited the long ball, and Brandon Valenzuela's maturity. Then, Jeff listens in on John Schneider's pre-game availability. Later, ESPN insider and host of 'Sources Tell,' Jeff Passan (29:50) stops by to discuss the state of JUCO baseball, the large divide between the MLBPA and owners' first labour proposals, and why it seems certain that the league is headed for a work stoppage. 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.
Transcribe →Salary Cap Consequences with Jim Duquette and Jon Morosi
1w ago00:49:54Tap to summarizeJeff Blair is solo on the Thursday edition, and he begins with a look at recent developments in MLB labour discussions, with owners proposing a $245M hard salary cap. MLB Network radio host, analyst, and former general manager Jim Duquette (8:36) joins the show to break down what the owners' proposal means for this season. Then, he helps tee up the Blue Jays' four-game series against the Orioles. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi stops by (29:30) to share his thoughts on the divide in MLB labour negotiations before discussing Christopher Sanchez's dominant, scoreless month of May, and which underachieving AL team is closest to breaking through. 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.
Transcribe →Heineman's Pick-Off Perfection + Orioles Preview with Roch Kubatko
1w ago00:49:54Tap to summarizeOn the post-game edition, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome Blue Jays TV analyst Joe Siddall (3:41) to reflect on Toronto's 2-1 win to close out their series against the Miami Marlins. They discuss Tyler Heineman's franchise-record-setting day as he caught four Marlins stealing, who will be the odd men out when Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk return, and whether Jeff Hoffman's recent form is sustainable. Then, MASN Orioles analyst Roch Kubatko (34:10) stops by with the Jays heading off to Camden Yards, and he discusses the frustrating year so far for the O's, Pete Alonso's fit, Chris Bassitt's first season in Baltimore, and 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.
Transcribe →Team Grades with Bob Nightengale + Fielding Details with Mark Budzinski
2w ago00:49:50Tap to summarizeUSA Today MLB reporter Bob Nightengale (2:58) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following his recently published article giving each team a letter grade after Memorial Day in the US. He shares why the Jays got a D+, what sets the Brewers apart, which middle-of-the-pack teams he sees emerging in the AL, when the Tigers might decide on a Tarik Skubal trade, and Luis Castillo's beef with the Mariners' piggyback pitching plan. Then, after Houston's no-hitter, Jeff and Kevin debate whether a combined no-hitter means the same as an individual no-hitter. Later, Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski stops by (26:33) to discuss Yohendrick Piñango's defensive mistakes in the team's opener against the Marlins, Daulton Varsho's play in centre field, Jesús Sánchez's next steps on defence, and how he and Carlos Febles are adjusting to the new rules for field coaches. 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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