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DeJong and The Short of Deadline Day
FromBlair & Barker
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Length:
50 minutes
Released:
Aug 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin their deadline day coverage with reactions to another Jays-Cardinals trade - this time for Paul DeJong - what the shortstop can bring to the team, what it says about Bo Bichette's health and what a potential follow-up move might consist of. Then, a quick look at some of the bigger moves around the league before they dive into the Jays' series-opening loss against the Orioles last night, whether George Springer's inactivity was a scheduled day off or if he was benched and what to expect from Hyun-jin Ryu's return to the big leagues tonight. Later, Dan Shulman weighs in on the DeJong trade, further insight into Bo's injury status and who the Jays should key in on in the final hour of deadline day (26:54).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:
Aug 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Jim Kaat & Breaking Down Batting Orders: Blair and Barker talk about how they would like to see the Blue Jays batting order shake out, specifically where Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette should slot in, and compare it to how the Nationals are utilizing their young superstar Juan Soto (1:45). Afterwards, MLB broadcaster and 2022 Hall of Fame Inductee Jim Kaat discusses his new book Good As Gold and how the sport has evolved over his eight different decades in the game (25:21). 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