Ben & Sam wrap up Monday discussing baseball as they check in with former MLB players about the Blue Jays. Kevin Barker shares insights on Toronto’s road trip and Shane Bieber’s debut, evaluating its impact on expectations for the team. They also discuss rotation management and bullpen trust. Next, they talk to Kevin Pillar (28:56), who reflects on Bieber’s performance, recalls David Price's 2015 debut, and addresses Vladdy's injury concerns.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.
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Blue Jays' Big Boys Delivering in 2025
Ben and Sam continue into the second hour with more on the Blue Jays as they return to the winning confines of Rogers Centre tonight. The hosts dive deeper into Shane Bieber’s first start for Toronto, before looking ahead to Friday’s highly anticipated bout against MLB’s best team, the Milwaukee Brewers. How does this compare to the Blue Jays' acquisition of David Price at the deadline in 2015? The pair also take some time to reflect on what has propelled the Jays to the top of the American League East division this season. Trey Wingo (26:22), host of the new podcast Straight Facts Homie, talks some golf including Tommy Fleetwood’s first PGA win and the intrigue of the Ryder Cup. Trey also shares some lessons and storylines that have come out of the now wrapped up NFL preseason.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.
Ben Ennis is joined by guest host Sam McKee on Monday to recap the Blue Jays’ weekend! As Toronto returns home from this trip 3-3 to stay at .500 on the road, they take some time to dive deeper into yesterday’s game specifically. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was used to pinch hit; how confident are they that he will be back in the lineup tonight at Rogers Centre? They look back to Friday's game highlighted by Shane Bieber’s Blue Jays debut and question if it heightens expectations for him the rest of the way. Will extra rest impact his next start? Later, the pair delve into the bullpen and why they believe it's the team's biggest concern down the stretch. Before the hour ends, the duo get into some golf talk with an exciting weekend that saw Brooke Henderson win again on home turf, Tommy Fleetwood secure his first ever PGA victory at a very good time, and whether or not Keegan Bradley will pick himself to play the Ryder Cup.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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Bieber Fever in Full Force for Toronto
Ben & Brent dive into the final hour of the week focused on the Blue Jays as they begin a series in Miami, featuring Shane Bieber's debut. They analyze the standings, the Jays' recent and overall road record, and what it will take to win the division or the American League. Sportsnet analyst Madison Shipman shares her expectations for Bieber's first start and what signs to look for in his return to form. They also discuss John Schneider's bullpen and rotation options. To wrap up, they connect with former MLB catcher Joe Siddall (20:20) for insights on the matchup with the Marlins and concerns about fatigue as every game becomes crucial for Toronto.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.
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Ready for the NFL Season + Bieber's Debut
Ben and Brent continue into the second hour alongside Charles Davis, friend of the show and NFL on CBS analyst, to talk some football with the NFL regular season now less than two weeks away. The trio debate if the Chiefs are still the team to beat in the AFC, who the true contenders are in each conference, the Shedeur Sanders experience in Cleveland, and Jerry Jones in yet another contract dispute with a star player. Next the a.m. boys turn their full attention to the Blue Jays (29:25) and tonight's debut for their marquee acquisition of this year’s trade deadline. They each give their expectations for Shane Bieber's first start in Miami and discuss the level of urgency to rediscover his Cy Young form.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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