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Blair & Barker

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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00:49:50

Matthew Boyd's Road Back from TJ + Clubbing Against...

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2025/08/12

Jeff Blair is joined by current starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and former Blue Jay Matthew Boyd (0:41) to chat about what it was like to be traded for David Price, his road back from Tommy John in 2024, his relationship with the Cubs' front office, and the team's aspirations to return to the World Series. Then, Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph stops by (17:00) to discuss how much of a boost Andrés Giménez will give to the clubhouse returning for the final stretch towards the postseason,

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00:49:47

Clubhouse Cultures with Kevin Kiermaier

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2025/08/12

Jeff Blair welcomes in guest co-host, MLB Network's Jon Morosi, to share a national perspective on the Blue Jays ahead of their series against the Chicago Cubs. They look at the Jays' standing in the AL, share takeaways from Mark Shapiro's availability, and project what the Jays might do with their rotation when Shane Bieber is ready. Later, Jays Special Assistant and retired MLB outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (31:31) reflects on winning a World Series with the Dodgers in his final season, his

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00:49:32

Trey Yesavage's Timeline + Yankees' Ejection Overload

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2025/08/11

Jeff Blair welcomes David Samson (1:05), host of Nothing Personal and former MLB President, to chat about the dumpster fire around the New York Yankees since the trade deadline, the Blue Jays' success on the recent road trip despite dropping two games against the L.A. Dodgers, how he would approach a prospect making debuting in September, Dave Roberts calling out Shohei Ohtani, and Jen Pawol becoming the first female umpire in MLB. Then, to wrap up the show, Jeff heads to the Back-Leg Line to hear

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00:49:50

Yesavage Promoted Again + Jays Salvage One in LA

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2025/08/11

Jeff Blair is hosting solo this week, and he kicks it off with a look back on the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Dodgers in LA. Then, the Athletic's Mitch Bannon (15:38) breaks down the Jays' promotion of No. 1 prospect Trey Yesavage to Triple-A, whether he can factor in for the Jays down the stretch, and the unmistakable impact of George Springer's absence. Later, after his return to the booth this weekend, Jays TV analyst Buck Martinez (27:15) stops by to evaluate John Schneider's bullpen

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00:49:47

A Test Against the World Series Champs

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2025/08/08

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider (2:05) ahead of the team's weekend series in LA. He shares an update on George Springer, Andrés Giménez, and Anthony Santander, the ideal goal Shane Bieber will need to reach before a return to the Majors, balancing playing time for his infielders and managing tough decisions, how he views this matchup against the World Series champs, Vladdy's effectiveness at the plate and how Alejandro Kirk has adjusted to catching new

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00:49:49

Mad Max vs. Kershaw Kicks Off Dodgers Duel

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2025/08/08

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker set the stage for the Jays' weekend series in LA against the Dodgers, and what to expect in the Hall-of-Fame head-to-head tonight between Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw. They debate which of the vets had the better prime, whether Shane Bieber is a lock for a postseason start, and storylines to watch at Dodger Stadium. Later, LA Times' Bill Shaikin (27:35) joins the show to discuss how Kershaw has evolved in his veteran years, what's behind Mookie Betts' struggles, the

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00:49:49

The Cooking Brew Crew + A Weekend in L.A.

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2025/08/07

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by ESPN's Jeff Passan (2:12) to chat about the recent surge by the Milwaukee Brewers, why they're arguably the deepest team in the MLB, Bo Bichette's next contract, the Blue Jays' ability to make contact, similarities between the Jays and the 2015 Kansas City Royals roster, and why the battle within the AL East is still up for grabs. Then, L.A. Dodgers first base coach Chris Woodward stops by (26:58) to discuss if the team still has a lingering World Series

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00:49:50

Domination in Denver + Marlins' Momentum with Liam Hicks

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2025/08/07

Following the Blue Jays' dominating sweep over the Colorado Rockies, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the off-edition by going to the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions! They get into Shane Bieber's future in Toronto, whether the Jays go big-game hunting in the offseason once again, and the looming return of Alek Manoah. Later, Miami Marlins catcher and Canadian Liam Hicks swings by (31:37) to discuss the Marlins' unexpected run this year, his experience getting selected in the

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00:49:34

Red Hot Sox + The Jays' Identity From an Outside POV

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2025/08/05

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by WEEI Boston Red Sox writer and co-host of 'Baseball Isn’t Boring' Rob Bradford (2:55) to chat about the team's recent hot streak since turning the page from the trade deadline, why Garrett Crochet should be front-running the Cy Young Award, Lucas Giolito's resurgence, and expectations for recently acquired Dustin May from the L.A. Dodgers. Then, Rockies TV analyst Ryan Spilborghs (27:15) stops by to discuss how different the Colorado baseball club is

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00:49:36

Jays' Bats Breakout in Colorado + Will Lauer Start in...

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2025/08/05

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' offensive barrage to open their series against the Colorado Rockies -- putting up a season-high 15 runs in the road win. They discuss Daulton Varsho's big fly, Bo Bichette's two-homer night, Eric Lauer overcoming his Coors Field demons and whether he's earned consideration for a start in the postseason. Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph stops by (24:02) to tee up the second game of the series in Colorado and discuss how José Berríos gets

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00:49:38

Yanking After the Deadline + Rockies Report

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2025/08/04

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network's Mark Feinsand (1:09) to chat about the worries around the New York Yankees post-trade deadline and after being swept by the Miami Marlins for the first time in franchise history, how recently traded players from small market teams adjust to the pressure in New York, if Craig Breslow made the right moves for the Boston Red Sox, and the future of the Rockies in Colorado. Then, former MLB outfielder and colour commentator for the Rockies, Jeff

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00:49:40

Jays Look to End Rocky Stretch in Colorado

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2025/08/04

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Royals and get into early returns from the new acquisitions, some questionable bullpen management, Daulton Varsho's return, Max Scherzer's strong outing, and Shane Bieber's progress in his latest rehab start at Triple-A. Blue Jays Central analyst Joe Siddall joins the show (27:05) from Colorado to help tee up the Jays' series against the Rockies. He discusses why there's no reason to overreact to the teams' recent

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00:49:48

Options on Deck Post Deadline with John Schneider

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2025/08/01

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider to get his thoughts on the front office's trade deadline acquisitions (1:40). The skipper shares how he plans on using Louis Varland out of the bullpen, his job of getting new players acquainted to their roles and setting within a game and clubhouse, Shane Bieber's recovery and fit within the rotation, why they'll have a cautious approach with Daulton Varsho returning, and his options within the pen and on the bench. Then,

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00:49:48

Deadline Reflections with Ross Atkins

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2025/08/01

With the deadline down, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Royals, where some of the new Jays will make their Toronto debuts. They discuss which teams had the best deadlines, what to expect from Daulton Varsho in his return from injury and how the lineup changes when Andrés Giménez returns. Later, Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins joins the show following the deadline (25:38). He gets into the decision to target Shane Bieber despite his injury, the competitive

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00:49:46

Pencils Down, the MLB Trade Deadline is Over

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2025/07/31

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker wrap up their trade deadline special touching on the Blue Jays' last acquisitions with reliever Louis Varland and first basemen Ty France from the Minnesota Twins, before putting a bow on Toronto's deadline moves, if the team's roster has significantly improved, and how they compare to the New York Yankees after improving their bullpen. Then, they bring on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (20:35) to chat about the Jays transitioning into a 6-man rotation, how Ty France can help

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00:49:45

Did Jays Do Enough? + Deadline Memory Lane with David...

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2025/07/31

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker continue their trade deadline special by reacting to the Blue Jays trading Will Wagner to the Padres for Minor League catcher Brandon Valenzuela. Then, 10 years after being traded to Toronto, former pitcher David Price joins the show (1:35) to relive the Jays' big deadline in 2015 and his time with that special team. Then, he shares his message for Shane Bieber as he adjusts to his new reality with the Jays and his election into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Later,

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00:49:47

Inside the MLB Trade Deadline with David Samson

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2025/07/31

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin their trade deadline special by recapping the Blue Jays' moves so far, including Seranthony Domínguez and recently acquired Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians, while arguing if this is enough to go on a run in the AL. Then, they bring on former MLB President and host of Nothing Personal with David Samson (30:36), to chat about what it means for the Jays acquiring a pitcher who hasn't pitched due to an injury, roster comparisons between the New York Yankees

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01:14:41

Getting Set for the Deadline

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2025/07/30

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker roll on following the Blue Jays' 9-8 win over the Orioles to close out the series. Cardinals writer Derrick Goold (1:00) discusses St. Louis' plans at the deadline and what it would cost the Jays to acquire closer Ryan Helsley. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Noah Hiles (10:26) shares what led to the Pirates trading Ke'Bryan Hayes away to the Reds and who else could be on the move ahead of Thursday's deadline. Chris Rose stops by (28:01) to weigh in on the potential outcomes of

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00:49:43

Jays Land Seranthony Dominguez

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2025/07/29

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker continue the game-day edition following the Blue Jays' 16-4 loss to the Baltimore Orioles in the first leg of their doubleheader. Former MLB general manager and executive Thad Levine stops by (1:39) to share a front office's perspective on the lead-up to the trade deadline, Ross Atkins' reputation in trade talks, and the Twins' direction. Then, Jeff and Kevin react live to the Jays acquiring reliever Seranthony Dominguez from the Orioles for prospect Juaron Watts-Brown

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00:49:40

Heating Up Near the Deadline and At Camden Yards

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2025/07/28

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin the second hour touching on Bryce Harper's reported confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in the Phillies' clubhouse, before bringing on Sportsnet.ca's Shi Davidi (10:14) to chat about Bo Bichette's at-bats post All-Star break, how the Blue Jays' trade market is shaping up, where the team is in the standings could dictate their approach at the deadline, and Chad Green's outlook. Afterwards, Baltimore Orioles reporter Roch Kubatko stops by (32:57) to

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