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Bullpens and Penning Books with Erik Swanson & Joe Kelly
FromBlair & Barker
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Length:
100 minutes
Released:
Apr 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss the Blue Jays’ 7-0 win over the Chicago White Sox; particularly José Berríos’ strong start and Danny Jansen’s big game at the plate. Former White Sox second baseman Gordon Beckham provides his thoughts on the series so far and what the Blue Jays can expect from Michael Kopech in the finale (26:21). Blue Jays pitcher Erik Swanson talks about his routine, role in the bullpen, and facing his former team this weekend when the Mariners come to town (49:42). White Sox pitcher and author of A Damn Near Perfect Game: Reclaiming America’s Past Time, Joe Kelly discusses why he chose to write a book while still playing, if Rob Manfred is the right person to be the commissioner of MLB, and interacting with Blue Jays’ fans in the new bullpens at Rogers Centre (01:15:48). 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.
Released:
Apr 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Have Your Say: Blue Jays' Trade and Free Agency Targets: Jeff and Kevin chat about the Blue Jays' signing Joe Biagini and Greg Bird, before opening up the phone lines and taking your calls on who the Blue Jays could target in free agency, how the trade market is shaping up, what a potential trade package for José Ramírez might look like, and more (2:40). Later, the guys react to Tony Clark's media availability, and his comments on how vaccine mandates will impact players travelling to Canada (34:31). 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. by Blair & Barker