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The Toronto Blue Jays continued their second-half struggles in a series loss to the New York Mets, but the bright spot is a new-look lineup that appears to be clicking. Why did it take so long for George Springer to move back up to the leadoff spot? Should Alejandro Kirk be batting higher than eighth? What about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the two-hole? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss what will happen at the trade deadline and why this year…

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Ross Stripling had one of the worst starts of the season on Monday, giving up six runs and recording just one out. Is it time to move him to the bullpen, like many fans are suggesting? Who do you replace him with? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss what the Blue Jays’ approach should be to the trade deadline after a sweep at the hands of the Boston Red Sox. Also discussed: The Blue Jays’ return to Toronto and the…

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We’re officially halfway through the 2021 season. It’s been a journey to get here for the Toronto Blue Jays, but we’re still standing at the midway point. Mark, Bryson and Jacob dish out seven awards for first half performances and announce the results of the fan vote, which collected over 33,000 votes. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video podcasts and live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCRKhBRu9kVO2fDuc2q8Aw/featured. Support our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/section138pod. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: “All-Star,” Smash Mouth….

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At only a few games over .500 as the trade deadline approaches, Mark and Bryson ask the question: Should the Toronto Blue Jays trade Marcus Semien and Robbie Ray? They’re both on expiring contracts and could command a large pool of talent in return. What would it do to Toronto’s morale if they sold at the deadline? What are the potential benefits? Even if they won’t, should they? We also discuss Toronto’s series against the Tampa Bay Rays, the Home…

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It’s Trade Deadline Central for the Toronto Blue Jays right now. Coming off a two-game split against the Baltimore Orioles, the Blue Jays have acquired Trevor Richards and Bowden Francis from the Milwaukee Brewers for Rowdy Tellez. They’re also rumoured to be interested in Nelson Cruz and Craig Kimbrel. Does it make any sense for Toronto to try to improve the offense when the bullpen is still a weakness? How much would the Blue Jays have to give up for…

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It’s finally happening — maybe. The Toronto Blue Jays might be coming back to the Rogers Centre on July 30 and the gang couldn’t be more excited. After months of teasing, is it finally happening? Is August 20 a more realistic return date? What are our hopes for the grand home opener? Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss that, plus the decision to keep using Rafael Dolis in high leverage situations, Toronto’s series win against the Tampa Bay Rays and four…

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The Toronto Blue Jays finally made a big move on the trade market, acquiring reliever Adam Cimber and outfielder Corey Dickerson from the Miami Marlins for Joe Panik and prospect Andrew McInvale. They’ve also shown interest in Pittsburgh Pirates closer Richard Rodríguez. Is this enough to make Toronto’s bullpen playoff-caliber? Did the Blue Jays win this deal? What was the point of getting Dickerson when the Blue Jays already have four starting outfielders? Mark and Bryson also discuss a disappointing…

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It’s the MVP race of the decade: Toronto Blue Jay Vladimir Guerrero Jr. or Los Angeles Angel Shohei Ohtani? On the one hand, Guerrero is having one of the best offensive seasons in recent memory, but on the other, Ohtani is doing things no one has ever seen before in the history of baseball. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss who they would vote for if they could and what to expect from the race as the season progresses. They also…

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The Toronto Blue Jays officially have their first four-game winning streak of the season as they complete the season sweep of the Miami Marlins. But they only scored five runs over the two-game series — is that a cause for concern? What about George Springer, who finally made his triumphant return to the Blue Jays’ lineup? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s decision to not participate in the Home Run Derby and Alek Manoah’s questionable suspension. Subscribe…

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George Springer is nearly back and there’s a very real possibility we see him in the Toronto Blue Jays’ two-game set against the Miami Marlins. But his return presents another pressing question — where do you hit him in the lineup? Mark, Bryson and Jacob banter about that, plus Toronto’s bounceback series against the Baltimore Orioles and what relief help like Jacob Barnes and John Axford will do to bolster Toronto’s bullpen. Subscribe to Section 138 on YouTube for video…

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