6ix Inning Stretch

The Blue Jays’ 2026 season is officially over, and Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn are looking back at what went wrong. Whit reacts to George Springer’s emotional final weekend in Toronto and explains why he believes his former teammate may have played the final game of his MLB career. Plus, Whit weighs in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s controversial comments, pushes back against questions about Vlad...

The Blue Jays’ season is nearing its end, and Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn break down what went wrong in Toronto after entering the year with major expectations. Whit explains why the offence deserves much of the blame, discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s struggles, the importance of a manager and why hitting coaches can only do so much at the MLB level. Plus, could George Springer retire? Whit...

This week on 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay Dunn chats with pitcher Dylan Cease and rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela. Cease discusses his recovery routine between starts, his thoughts on velocity, handling expectations, and how yoga and mindfulness help keep him grounded. He also dives into his life away from baseball, including painting, vintage clothing, Monopoly, disc golf, and the meaning behind...

Lindsay and Whit break down the Blue Jays' playoff push as Toronto fights for the final American League Wild Card spot. They discuss the team's tough loss in Sacramento, the remaining schedule, the outfield situation and the possibility of Anthony Santander returning to the lineup. Whit also weighs in on Aaron Judge's return and what his presence could mean for the Yankees and the Blue Jays' poten...

The Blue Jays are in the middle of a playoff push, and one of their most important bullpen pieces joins 6ix Inning Stretch! Mason Fluharty sits down with Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield to discuss his incredible workload, recovery routine, preparing to pitch on a moment’s notice and what it’s like to be one of the most frequently used relievers in Major League Baseball. He also opens up about the...

Tyler Heineman returns to 6ix Inning Stretch for a conversation with Lindsay Dunn, this time as the show's first-ever guest co-host! The Angels catcher opens up about his time with the Blue Jays, what it was like being designated for assignment in June, his transition to playing for his hometown team, and why he believes he still has plenty left to give as he looks ahead to the rest of his MLB car...

The Blue Jays are suddenly right in the middle of the American League Wild Card race, and Whit Merrifield believes their pitching could be the key to getting them into October. On this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Whit and Lindsay Dunn break down Toronto's playoff push, the team's challenging remaining schedule, the emergence of young players like Brett Bateman and Charles McAdoo, and whether th...

On this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield break down one of the strangest moments of the Blue Jays’ season, as Toronto’s game against the Boston Red Sox featured a bizarre seventh-inning sequence involving baseball’s rarely seen “fourth out” rule. Whit also weighs in on the MLB rules he would change if he were commissioner, Tim Anderson’s retirement, the Field of Drea...

The MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn to break down major moves involving the Toronto Blue Jays. Whit shares why the front office had little choice but to sell, explains why the roster isn't better today than it was 24 hours ago, and discusses the departures of Kevin Gausman, Daulton Varsho, Jeff Hoffman, and more. Plus, hear Kevin Gausman's heartfelt farew...

Step inside the clubhouse for Episode 52 of 6ix Inning Stretch as hosts Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield sit down for an exclusive interview with Blue Jays pitcher Cody Ponce. Ponce opens up about the devastating ACL injury that ended his season during his Blue Jays debut on March 30, sharing the emotional journey of recovery, how his rehab is progressing, and what keeps him motivated as he works...

Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn are back for another episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, breaking down everything from the revamped MLB Home Run Derby format to what really happens behind the scenes at the All-Star Game. Whit shares why players leave early, gives his thoughts on the Blue Jays' position ahead of the trade deadline, discusses Kevin Gausman trade speculation, Shohei Ohtani's latest injur...

Whit is back and in Philadelphia for MLB All-Star Week! And his return goes exactly how you'd expect. He shares a hilarious story about being recognized by a Phillies staff member, reflects on playing left field in Philly, and explains why he believes Major League Baseball has the best All-Star event in sports. Lindsay Dunn also catches up with former Blue Jays bench coach and current Phillies man...

In this Canada Day mini-episode of the 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay Dunn flies solo while Whit takes a well-deserved vacation recovery day. Lindsay breaks down the highly anticipated, incredibly emotional return of Bo Bichette to the Rogers Centre in a New York Mets uniform, featuring his vulnerable post-game media availability where he reflects on his history with Toronto fans. Plus, we bring you...

Welcome back to another episode of 6ix Inning Stretch! We are thrilled to welcome Cincinnati Reds right-hander Brady Singer to the show. As Whit’s former teammate with the Kansas City Royals, Brady is the ultimate target for some good-natured ribbing. The duo dives deep into their hilarious history, including the real story behind Whit’s endless folder of embarrassing rain-delay photos, Brady’s ch...

Welcome back to another episode of Six Inning Stretch! This week, Lindsay is pulling out the receipts. We dive straight into some hilarious cross-team drama after Lindsay takes Whit's podcast comments directly to the ballpark. Watch as Tim Mayza gets exposed by his own bullpen buddies for just wanting to "cause a fuss," and check out the legendary video message Whit sent to Phillies slugger Kyle S...

In this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay and Whit break down the imminent return of Alejandro Kirk, Max Scherzer, and Dylan Cease to the Toronto lineup, while Whit goes to bat for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s slow start and makes a fierce case for why Ernie Clement deserves to run away with the AL All-Star voting at second base. Plus, Whit exposes a hilarious group chat text from Romano and Swans...

John Gibbons joins the show for a conversation packed with baseball stories, laughs, and classic Gibby wisdom. The former Blue Jays manager reflects on his lone MLB home run, his famous ejections, the evolution of coaching in today's game, and why he believes the best managers know when to step aside and let great players do what they do best. Gibby also opens up about his memories of Hall of Fame...

The Blue Jays injury bug keeps getting worse... On this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Whit and Lindsay break down Davis Schneider being sent down to AAA, Nathan Lukes returning to the lineup, and whether “King Louis” could actually enter the Cy Young conversation. They also dive into Toronto’s growing list of pitching injuries, why depth matters so much during a long MLB season, and the incredibl...

Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn are back for another chaotic episode of 6ix Inning Stretch! They break down the Blue Jays’ series against the Yankees, why New York is still be the team to beat in the American League, and whether Toronto can turn things around this season. Whit also shares his thoughts on his buddy George Springer reaching 1,500 career hits and the tough injury news surrounding Jo...

Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn are back for another brutally honest episode of 6ix Inning Stretch! This week, Whit breaks down the potential MLB lockout and what fans should expect from CBA negotiations, reacts to George Springer and Dalton Varsho chirping him, explains why he “owns” Tropicana Field, and shouts out Kevin Gausman’s incredible 2,000th strikeout milestone. Plus, the duo dives into...

On this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield break down a busy week for the Toronto Blue Jays. Bowden Francis joins the show to talk about his Tommy John recovery and how he’s staying grounded during a tough stretch away from the field. The interview quickly takes a hilarious and unexpected turn, featuring harmonica talk, sourdough traditions, and an unforgettable moment...

In this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn break down the high-pressure world of MLB bullpens. Following the Toronto Blue Jays' decision to move to a "closer by committee" approach, Whit provides a player's perspective on why finishing games is the most mentally taxing job in sports. He shares stories from the legendary Kansas City super bullpen era and discusses the d...

Joe Biagini joins the 6ix Inning Stretch for a hilarious and insightful conversation with Whit and Lindsay. From his unforgettable rookie season in Toronto to going viral on The Tonight Show, Biagini shares the stories that made him a fan favorite across Canada. He opens up about the reality of life in the big leagues, delivered with the same dry humor that made him a cult hero. Beyond the laughs,...

The injury bug continues to linger around the Blue Jays with George Springer the latest to hit the IL. Whit talks about player's superstitions around injuries and slumps, share his experiences from The Masters, and more! Lindsay also presents her interview with former Blue Jay Santiago Espinal, who got married this past offseason with some Jays fan favourites in attendance. He also starred in a mu...

Jordan Romano joins 6ix Inning Stretch for a hilarious conversation. From his intense bullpen mentality to clubhouse chaos. The Canadian closer opens up about his transition to the Angels, what it’s like pitching in high-pressure moments, and how his mindset flips once the later innings roll around. He also shares stories from his time in Toronto, including wild team pranks, the infamous “hotline,...