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Are the Rangers insane for allowing 100% capacity? (Ep. 109)

Are the Rangers insane for allowing 100% capacity? (Ep. 109)

The Toronto Blue Jays will face off against the Texas Rangers on April 5 for the home opener of Globe Life Field with 100 percent capacity allowed. Are the Rangers insane for consciously hosting a super-spreader event? In short: Yes. Mark, Bryson and Jacob also banter about the latest from spring training (Nate Pearson, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.), the rule changes in the minors, and whether Cavan Biggio or George Springer will lead off this season.Support our Patreon at www.patreon.com/section138pod.Follow @section138pod…

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Which Blue Jays are having the most impressive spring? (Ep. 108)

Which Blue Jays are having the most impressive spring? (Ep. 108)

With a week of spring training baseball under our belts, it’s time to start picking out the most impressive performances by Toronto Blue Jays players. Is Josh Palacios for real? What about Robbie Ray’s command? Do the Blue Jays have a clear solution to the catching problem? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss Jake Odorizzi’s deal with the Houston Astros, Nate Pearson’s injury, and what the Blue Jays need to do to solve the Mickey Callaway problem.Support our Patreon at…

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Is Toronto’s new player development facility the best in the world? (Ep. 107)

Is Toronto’s new player development facility the best in the world? (Ep. 107)

The Toronto Blue Jays are back, baby! Spring training action officially starts tomorrow, and the Blue Jays have a new player development facility to ring in another year of baseball with. Does Toronto now have the best facilities in baseball — or even the entire world? How will this help them in developing talent and signing free agents? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss the Tommy Milone signing and bits of news from camp: the decision to gut the radio…

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Does not getting a starter ruin Toronto’s offseason? (Ep. 106)

Does not getting a starter ruin Toronto’s offseason? (Ep. 106)

With Taijuan Walker and James Paxton signed away by other teams, the Toronto Blue Jays have missed out on their remaining free agent targets. Does not adding a starter ruin the Blue Jays’ entire offseason? Is there a chance Toronto splurges and picks up Jake Odorizzi? Overall, what grade do the Blue Jays deserve for this offseason? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss Toronto’s decision to start the season in Dunedin and a few bits of news from spring training….

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Will the bullpen be overworked again in 2021?

Will the bullpen be overworked again in 2021?

Pitchers and catchers report in less than a week. As the offseason comes to an end, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the pick-ups of David Phelps and Joel Payamps, and what it means for the Blue Jays’ bullpen depth in 2021. Also discussed: Toronto’s Opening Day love on ESPN and the Joe Panik signing. Support our Patreon at www.patreon.com/section138pod. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “She Got That,” Drew Green. (Don’t judge the country music.) https://pdcn.co/e/media.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/content.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/Section_138_Ep_105.mp3Podcast: Play in new…

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Predicting everything about the 2021 Blue Jays (Ep. 104)

Predicting everything about the 2021 Blue Jays (Ep. 104)

With the Super Bowl in our rearview mirror and spring training baseball starting in 20 days, it’s time to get our predictions about the 2021 Toronto Blue Jays on the record. Mark, Bryson and Jacob make predictions on Toronto’s final record, postseason odds, roster and more — including our guesses on the big game Sunday. Support our Patreon at www.patreon.com/section138pod. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “I Predict,” Sparks. https://pdcn.co/e/media.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/content.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/Section_138_Ep_104.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Did the Blue Jays overpay for Marcus Semien? (Ep. 103)

Did the Blue Jays overpay for Marcus Semien? (Ep. 103)

The Toronto Blue Jays just keep on rolling. They’ve signed Marcus Semien to a one-year, $18 million deal and traded for Steven Matz from the New York Mets. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss those deals, plus George Springer’s introduction press conference and some listener questions on the starting rotation. Support our podcast on Patreon. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “Burning Down the House,” Talking Heads. https://pdcn.co/e/media.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/content.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/Section_138_Ep_103.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

What’s next after signing George Springer? (Ep. 102)

What’s next after signing George Springer? (Ep. 102)

After the largest deal in franchise history, the Toronto Blue Jays are still looking to add. Should they focus on the starting rotation, the infield or the bullpen? How much do Kirby Yates and Tyler Chatwood solve Toronto’s remaining problems? What about other names on the market, like Brad Hand, James Paxton or Didi Gregorius? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also banter about the failed Michael Brantley deal and how we should treat Springer’s cheating past. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and…

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George Springer. Blue Jays. (Ep. 101)

George Springer. Blue Jays. (Ep. 101)

Enough said. The man of our dreams is now a Toronto Blue Jay, and we’ve made a special emergency episode to celebrate. But is $150 million too much? Does signing Springer take the Blue Jays out of the market for Trevor Bauer and JT Realmuto? What more does Toronto need to do to make this offseason perfect? Where does this deal leave the Blue Jays in 2021? Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss all of their scattered thoughts in an energetic…

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Is time running out for the Blue Jays? (Ep. 100)

Is time running out for the Blue Jays? (Ep. 100)

After almost four years, we’ve made it to episode 100! It’s too bad the Toronto Blue Jays haven’t done anything to celebrate the milestone. In fact, they still haven’t made a single move. With DJ LeMahieu and Liam Hendriks off the board, is time running out for the Blue Jays? How are Mark, Bryson and Jacob feeling about Toronto’s odds to sign George Springer? Also discussed: Mark Shapiro’s extension and 2021 rules. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “Heaven,”…

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