48 min listen
Teo Reunion in Toronto? + Canadian Baseball Legend Ernie Whitt!
FromThe FAN Pregame
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Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Jul 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Our morning continues at the 28th annual Jays Care Golf Classic! Hour 3 kicks off with Sho Alli, Blue Jays broadcaster for Sportsnet 590 The FAN, checks in to chat about the Blue Jays’ series in Seattle, Nate Pearson’s demotion, the recent acquisition of Genesis Cabrera, Alek Manoah’s performance on Sunday, how Hyun-Jin Ryu’s impending return might impact the team’s trade deadline plans, which current Jays starter would be the best candidate to assume a bullpen role, and the possibility of a reunion with Teoscar Hernandez ahead of next week’s deadline. Afterward, Ailish and Justin are joined on site at Rattlesnake Point by Ernie Whitt (29:15), former MLB catcher, and manager of the Canadian men’s baseball team, to discuss his relationship with new Hall of Famers and fellow Blue Jays alumni, Fred McGriff and Scott Rolen, Canada’s recent showing at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Freddie Freeman’s involvement with Baseball Canada, and the psychological component of coaching today’s generation of ballplayers. 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.
Released:
Jul 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
“Happy Days”: Inside O’Reilly’s Playoff Pedigree w/ Carl Gunnarsson: On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Kaitlyn McGrath, Blue Jays reporter for The Athletic, checks in from Dunedin to discuss the vibe down at spring training, Jose Berrios’ slew of mechanical adjustments, how MLB’s balk crackdown will impact Kevin Gausman, George Springer shifting to right field, John Schneider’s approach to his first camp, Don Mattingly’s individual work with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the future of the home run jacket. Later, Ailish and Justin are joined by Carl Gunnarsson, former NHL defenceman and 2019 Stanley Cup champion, to discuss his experience playing with Ryan O’Reilly in St. Louis, O’Reilly’s leadership prowess, the Blues’ regression since their storybook 2019 season, and the inherent legacy implications that come with playing in Toronto (25:00). 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 & by The FAN Pregame