Disaster in the Bronx. (Ep. 199)

Disaster in the Bronx. (Ep. 199)

Things couldn’t get much worse for the Toronto Blue Jays right now. They’ve lost four in a row, seven of the last nine and are just two games over .500. Mark, Bryson and Jacob vent about the team’s miserable performance this week against the New York Yankees. When on earth will this offence get going? Is it time for a lineup change or will that send the wrong message? Also discussed: the Ump Show. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube…

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This lineup is driving us crazy. (Ep. 198)

This lineup is driving us crazy. (Ep. 198)

Oof. The Toronto Blue Jays lose their second consecutive series, dropping three of four to the Cleveland Guardians despite the much-anticipated return of Teoscar Hernández. Now, the lack of offence is starting to cost the Blue Jays games. When, if ever, will things turn around? Will it happen this week against the New York Yankees, or will it take longer against the Tampa Bay Rays, Seattle Mariners or even the Cincinnati Reds? Mark and Bryson also discuss sloppy play on…

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Can Teoscar Hernández fix the Blue Jays’ offence? (Ep. 197)

Can Teoscar Hernández fix the Blue Jays’ offence? (Ep. 197)

The Toronto Blue Jays have lost their first series of the season to the New York Yankees, who take advantage of an ump show on Tuesday to deliver Toronto its worst loss of the year. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the Blue Jays’ offensive struggles and what will get it going. Is Teoscar Hernández the solution? What about re-hiring Dante Bichette? Or is it just as simple as facing a bad team? Also discussed: Yusei Kikuchi’s bounceback start and whether…

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Will the Blue Jays ever lose a series again? (Ep. 196)

Will the Blue Jays ever lose a series again? (Ep. 196)

The Toronto Blue Jays just keep on rolling. Thanks to Kevin Gausman and some timely hitting, the Blue Jays walk away with another pair of one-run wins and another series win. Mark, Bryson and Jacob reflect on the month of April and give out their monthly awards for MVP, Cy Young, biggest surprise, Gold Glove and best reliever. The crew also discusses Toronto’s depleted offence and if it’s a source of concern, as well as the Cy Young debate between…

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Is Alek Manoah putting up Cy Young numbers? (Ep. 195)

Is Alek Manoah putting up Cy Young numbers? (Ep. 195)

After yet another series win, Bryson and Jacob talk about the Toronto Blue Jays’ immensely talented starting rotation, headlined by Alek Manoah’s shutout start in the finale. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCRKhBRu9kVO2fDuc2q8Aw/featured. Support our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/section138pod. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “Never Gonna Give You Up,” Rick Astley. https://media.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/content.blubrry.com/thereshegoes/Section_138_Ep_195.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Should the Blue Jays option Cavan Biggio? (Ep. 194)

Should the Blue Jays option Cavan Biggio? (Ep. 194)

Santiago Espinal is hitting like crazy as the Toronto Blue Jays win another series against the Houston Astros. Is it time for the Blue Jays to consider optioning Cavan Biggio? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss how good Toronto’s bullpen has been despite blowing Sunday’s game and what the team should do with Bo Bichette, given his early-season struggles. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCRKhBRu9kVO2fDuc2q8Aw/featured. Support our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/section138pod. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter….

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What a start from Kevin Gausman. (Ep. 193)

What a start from Kevin Gausman. (Ep. 193)

Wow. Kevin Gausman, José Berríos and Yusei Kikuchi dazzled for the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park, leading the team to a series win against the Boston Red Sox. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the starting pitching, why it seems the rotation is turning a corner and what still needs to be done with the offense. Should the Blue Jays move Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to the two-hole? What about other lineup changes? Also discussed: criticisms of Canada’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements….

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How important is Ross Stripling to the Blue Jays? (Ep. 192)

How important is Ross Stripling to the Blue Jays? (Ep. 192)

The injuries continue for the Toronto Blue Jays with Hyun Jin Ryu being placed on the 10-day IL with left forearm inflammation. Now that he’s on the shelf, how important is Ross Stripling to this team? Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the Blue Jays-Athletics series and everything that went down. Should we be worried about the Blue Jays not hitting with runners in scoring position? What about the performances of Bo Bichette, Alejandro Kirk and the like? The crew also…

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How costly are injuries to Teoscar Hernández and Danny Jansen? (Ep. 191)

How costly are injuries to Teoscar Hernández and Danny Jansen? (Ep. 191)

The Toronto Blue Jays were struck with the injury bug this week, as both Teoscar Hernández and Danny Jansen went down with oblique strains. How costly is this for the Blue Jays? What can they do to replace that production? Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss whether Toronto should sign Michael Conforto or stand pat with internal options. The crew also discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s three-homer night, the team’s offensive struggles, the playing time battle between Cavan Biggio and Santiago Espinal…

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Most exciting Blue Jays opener ever? (Ep. 190)

Most exciting Blue Jays opener ever? (Ep. 190)

It’s our first-ever in-person podcast and the Toronto Blue Jays are back! They take two of three from the Texas Rangers in what might be the most exciting opening weekend in recent memory. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the electric comeback on Friday, the narrow win on Saturday and the disappointing finish on Sunday. Should we be concerned about Toronto’s rotation? What about the bullpen? Will Santiago Espinal steal Cavan Biggio’s lineup spot? What are our thoughts on the #NextLevel…

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