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Big Sweep in the Big Apple
FromBlair & Barker
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Length:
100 minutes
Released:
Jun 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their thoughts on the Blue Jays sweep over the Mets at Citi Field, particularly Toronto’s strong starting pitching in the series. The guys examine how the weekend went for the Jays’ division rivals in the latest installment of ‘In The East’ (28:27). Former MLB executive Jim Duquette discusses Alek Manaoh’s 2023 season ahead of his next start against the Astros, the Mets confusing play of late, and if there’s been a passing of the torch in the AL West (52:31). Astros analyst Steve Sparks previews the Toronto-Houston series from Rogers Centre to end the show (1:16:15).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:
Jun 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Freddie’s Still A Free Man: Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (from sunny Florida!) discuss the latest on free-agent slugger Freddie Freeman: the interest from the Blue Jays and others, what a possible contract could look-like, and Atlanta moving on after acquiring Matt Olson from the A’s (2:16). The guys also examine Kyle Schwarber as a possible fit for the team and wonder if the Reds and Blue Jays could be trade partners (8:30). Next, C. Trent Rosecrans of the Athletic talks about the latest Reds sell-off and how Joey Votto perceives the current state of the franchise (21:05). Afterwards, Hall of Famer Tom Glavine discusses Freeman’s departure from the Braves, his importance to the organization, and compares it to when he left the club (36:38). 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