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Ross Atkins Speaks & Ripping It Up with Bill Ripken
FromBlair & Barker
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Length:
100 minutes
Released:
Jun 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker dissect Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins' media availability and his comments on Alek Manoah, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Anthony Bass. Sportsnet’s Dan Shulman checks-in from Rogers Centre ahead of the series finale against the Astros (30:43). MLB Network analyst Bill Ripken shares his views on the Blue Jays, their decision to send Manoah to Florida to work on his game, Luis Arraez’s standout campaign with Miami, and Elly De La Cruz debuting with the Reds (51:30). Astros analyst and three-time World Series Champion Mike Stanton provides a scouting report on Framber Valdez and discusses what Mauricio Dubon brings to the Houston lineup (1:15:42).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 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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