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Drafting the best Blue Jays games since 2015 (Ep. 179)

Drafting the best Blue Jays games since 2015 (Ep. 179)

We’ve had it with talking about the CBA. Instead, this week, we’re drafting the best Toronto Blue Jays games since 2015. Think of it like a fantasy draft — we’re each building our own team, with its own strengths and weaknesses… only, it’s made up of Blue Jays games. Who will come out on top? Who will make a crazy second-round pick? Only one way to find out. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCRKhBRu9kVO2fDuc2q8Aw/featured. Support our…

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Will Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit 50 home runs in 2022? (Ep. 178)

Will Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit 50 home runs in 2022? (Ep. 178)

Is that optimism I hear? MLB owners and players finally met to discuss the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, and while they didn’t make much progress on the face of it, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss if anything productive came out of the talks. They also look at the Toronto Blue Jays’ international signings and what it means for the organization. Lastly, Bryson presents a series of questions on the 2022 Blue Jays, including whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will hit 50…

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What are the odds the MLB season is delayed? (Ep. 177)

What are the odds the MLB season is delayed? (Ep. 177)

We FINALLY have news on the lockout front, as Major League Baseball and the MLBPA are set to meet on Thursday to discuss the CBA. What took them so long? Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the frustrations of the past month and a half, as well as how long the two sides can wait without losing any games. Also discussed: The Blue Jays hiring Jaime Vieira, the first female coach in franchise history. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for…

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Should the Blue Jays extend Charlie Montoyo? (Ep. 176)

Should the Blue Jays extend Charlie Montoyo? (Ep. 176)

Charlie Montoyo is officially entering the final year of his contract with the Toronto Blue Jays after the team picked up his team option for 2022. Mark, Bryson and Jacob evaluate the job Montoyo has done so far and consider whether the Blue Jays should extend him. If they decide to do so, at what point should they make the offer? In what scenario would the Blue Jays move on from Montoyo? The crew also discusses Kyle Seager’s retirement and…

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Is $250 million enough to renovate the Rogers Centre? (Ep. 175)

Is $250 million enough to renovate the Rogers Centre? (Ep. 175)

The Toronto Blue Jays have abandoned their plan to demolish the Rogers Centre and will instead renovate it over the next few years. While their exact plans have yet to be announced, the Blue Jays are looking to spend between $200 and $250 million on the renovations. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss their dream wishlist for changes to the ballpark. Is $250 million enough to actually do anything significant? How does this reflect on the front office and ownership group?…

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Would you rather miss the playoffs or be swept in the first round? (Ep. 174)

Would you rather miss the playoffs or be swept in the first round? (Ep. 174)

It’s mailbag time! This week, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss a series of would-you-rathers submitted by listeners. Would you rather miss the playoffs or be swept in the first round? Would you rather sign Freddie Freeman or trade for Jose Ramirez? Would you rather have a shortened season or advertisements on the jerseys? Would you rather have 12, 14 or 16 teams in expanded playoffs? As we’re all out of ideas for what to talk about, please Tweet or message…

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Could Freddie Freeman actually sign with the Blue Jays? (Ep. 173)

Could Freddie Freeman actually sign with the Blue Jays? (Ep. 173)

Last week, we all scoffed at the rumour that Freddie Freeman could be involved in talks with the Toronto Blue Jays. This week, we’re taking it a little more seriously. Jacob makes a bold prediction that Mark and Bryson can’t believe. The crew also discusses the Blue Jays’ interest in Corey Seager and what it means for the rest of their offseason plans. Also discussed: Predictions of when the lockout will end. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video…

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Why didn’t the Blue Jays sign Robbie Ray? (Ep. 172)

Why didn’t the Blue Jays sign Robbie Ray? (Ep. 172)

It’s officially #LockoutSzn, but we’re not going to let Major League Baseball’s first work stoppage since 1995 get us down. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss Robbie Ray’s five-year, $115 million deal with the Seattle Mariners and why the Toronto Blue Jays chose Kevin Gausman over Ray. Was it because of Ray’s opt-out and no-trade clause? Is Ray unvaccinated? Or maybe the Blue Jays just prefer Gausman over Ray? Also discussed: The absurdity of a potential deal with Freddie Freeman, why…

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Kevin Gausman is a Toronto Blue Jay. (Ep. 171)

Kevin Gausman is a Toronto Blue Jay. (Ep. 171)

KEVIN GAUSMAN IS A TORONTO BLUE JAY. Whew. That feels good to say. Mark, Bryson and Jacob share their immediate thoughts on the five-year, $110 million deal, as well as their late-night musings on what this deal means. Are the Blue Jays going to win the World Series? How awesome is it that everyone wants to be a Blue Jay right now? Does Gausman get the opening day start over José Berríos and Alek Manoah? Is $110 million too much…

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Should the Blue Jays sign Javier Báez? (Ep. 170)

Should the Blue Jays sign Javier Báez? (Ep. 170)

It’s our last episode before the lockout and we’re getting our money’s worth. Steven Matz is off the board as he signs a four-year, $44 million deal with the St. Louis Cardinals. Is it an overpay? Should the Toronto Blue Jays have gone the extra year and lived with the consequences? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss the Blue Jays’ interest in Javier Báez. Is he a good fit for the team? Would Toronto’s money be better spent on Marcus…

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