Recapping Toronto Blue Jays action after ever game and fielding listener texts with hosts Jeff Blair, Kevin Barker and Sho Alli! Don't miss Jays Talk Plus from ...
No Deal Between Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as Season Nears
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays failed to reach a contract extension - what now? Sho Alli chats with Sportsnet.ca's Nick Ashbourne (15:00) as they discuss the decision from both the player and team, if there is still a pathway for Vladdy to sign in free agency, what he means to the Blue Jays, and whether or not the team should consider trading the star first baseman at this stage. Afterwards, Sho reads your texts (39:59) on what should happen next and what number you would have considered paying Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to get a deal done.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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Spring Training Begins in Dunedin ft. Keegan Matheson
Pitchers and catchers have reported, and the Blue Jays are just a week away from their first in-game action of the spring campaign - joining Sho Alli live from Dunedin is MLB.com's Keegan Matheson (1:12), who is covering the team in Florida to start the year. They get into the contract status of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., including comments from GM Ross Atkins, and discuss a potential bounce-back season for Bo Bichette. Plus, they chat the idea of signing or trading for another bat, injury updates on Daulton Varsho, and surprising words from Atkins regarding Alan Roden. 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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Winding Down the Jays' Offseason ft. Blake Murphy
What's the latest on the Blue Jays offseason now that Max Scherzer's signing is official? Sho Alli takes a look at the latest news regarding the Alex Bregman sweepstakes - what's taking so long? Afterwards, Sho is joined by Jays Talk Plus host Blake Murphy (6:56), as the pair discuss the offseason to-date, how much it hinges on an extension for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the age of the starting rotation, and if Santander/Giménez is enough to make a difference on offence. 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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Max Scherzer Signs in Toronto
The Blue Jays make another addition, signing pitcher Max Scherzer in free agency to a one-year, $15.5 million deal, pending a physical. Sho Alli takes your calls and texts, and asks what letter grade the Jays now deserve following a relatively busy offseason - how high can that grade get without a second bat, or without a big extension for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Sportsnet's Nick Ashbourne (12:18) stops by to discuss the Scherzer signing - what's the threshold for success with the 40-year-old future Hall of Famer, and what does this do for Yariel Rodríguez in a potential move to the bullpen? Afterwards, Sho chats with MLB.com's Kennedi Landry (29:44), who covered Scherzer during his Rangers tenure - what kind of teammate is he, and how can it rub off on others? Plus, Sho gets into the latest news in the Pete Alonso sweepstakes - will he head north of the border to Toronto, or will he head back to Citi Field in Queens?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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Santander Headed North + Next Moves
Daniele Franceschi and Sho Alli return with a special edition of Jays Talk after Anthony Santander reportedly signs a five-year, $92.5 million deal. The guys start with their initial reactions to the deal, discuss the inclusion of deferred money and an opt-out, and consider if this move eases the pain of missing out on Rōki Sasaki. They also take your calls and texts, and discuss the possibilities of the Jays continuing to pursue additional free agents remaining in the market after today's move, including Pete Alonso - could he come to Toronto next? Plus, they chat about the report that Bo Bichette recently made the trip north to try and persuade Sasaki to sign - despite the result, does that bode well for Bo's future with the club?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.
Recapping Toronto Blue Jays action after ever game and fielding listener texts with hosts Jeff Blair, Kevin Barker and Sho Alli! Don't miss Jays Talk Plus from Monday to Friday with Blake Murphy at 10am-12pm.
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