Artificial Turf Wars

Greg and Josh discuss Marcus Stroman's struggles, Michael Saunders' incredible season, Jose Bautista's injury, the return of Troy Tulowitzki,the impact on the pen of the injury recoveries from Brett Cecil and Franklin Morales, and the Wade LeBlanc trade. They also answer listener questions and give a gold star to John Gibbons for the fun he has with his team and after games. Learn more about your...

Greg and Josh discuss Edwin Encarnacion's latest hot streak, the improved offense overall, the plan to move Sanchez to the bullpen, Marco Estrada's dominant/historic run, J.A. Happ's recent shakiness, and the MLB Draft. They also give out a Do Over and a Cliché of the Week.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Free agent relief pitcher David Aardsma stops by the podcast to discuss the decision-making process that comes with opting out of a contract, what's next in his job search, analytics and how they can make a pitcher better, the draft and college pitcher usage, and why steroid testing procedures are very important. Josh and Greg also discuss the excellent rotation, the effect Jason Grilli could have...

Josh and Greg discuss the incredible recent run against the Red Sox and Yankees, with a focus on the improving offense, the great starting pitching, and some issue with Marcus Stroman's pitch mix. They also discuss the trade for Jason Grilli, the loss of Jimmy Paredes and its effect on the bullpen, and Jose Bautista's recent comments to Sports Illustrated. Finally, they answer listener questions,...

Greg and Chris discuss all the John Gibbons ejections and how they all fit in with the unwritten rules of the game, returns to health from Devon Travis (he's back!) and Aaron Loup, the odd Blue Jays offense, and Michael Saunders. They then answer a bunch listener mail, give out a gold star to Demarlo Hale, and discuss the potential of signing recently DFA'd Brian Matusz.  Learn more about your ad...

Eno Sarris of Fangraphs stops by to discuss his recent interviews with Blue Jays players and to talk about the clubhouse feel. The Boys break down the handling of "The Brawl," discuss the awful play from the week, and talk about the pending return of Devon Travis, the addition of Jimmy Paredes, and the rehabs of Aaron Loup and Bo Schultz. They also answer listener questions and bring on special gu...

The voices of the minor leagues make their appearance on Artificial Turf Wars, as Jesse Goldberg-Strassler of the Lansing Lugnuts and Ben Wagner of the Buffalo Bisons stop by to discuss Andy Burns, top prospects and life at various levels of the minors. Greg, Josh, and Chris also run through the recent stories surrounding the team including the excellent starting pitching, some issues with Troy Tu...

Jonah Keri of Sports Illustrated, CBS, and Sportsnet stops by to talk about writing for a living, analytics on the Blue Jays broadcast, and fighting the steroid stigma. The Boys also discuss booing Brett Cecil, the recent walkoff wins, Drew Storen's resurgence, 8-man bullpens, and the brewing position battle between Ryan Goins and Darwin Barney. They also answer a bunch of listener questions, give...

Greg, Josh, and Chris discuss the Chris Colabello suspension (and give themselves a Do-Over in the process), the offensive and bullpen woes, the strong starting pitching, and a confusing situation involving Marco Estrada's shoulder. They also answer listener questions about Josh Donaldson's comments, Michael Bourn, and John Gibbons, give out a Cliché of the Week and tackle one of Justin Smoak's de...

Shi Davidi of Sportsnet stops by to discuss his upcoming book, "The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays," and some early season trends. The guys then tackle the recent week that was, with a focus on the incredible performance of the starting rotation, the odd bullpen usage, some lackluster hitting, and an odd start to the season for Justin Smoak. Finally, the guys tackle spin rates and give  Do-Over to a po...

Greg and Josh discuss the noteworthy stories from the last week of games, with a focus on the exemplary work of the starting rotation, the slugging of Josh Donaldson and Jose Bautista, and the call up of switch-pitcher Pat Venditte. They also take a humorous look at some early season statistics, and discuss the firing of VP of Business Stephen Brooks. Finally, the guys answer some listener questio...

Biomechanist Dr. Thomas Karakolis stops by the podcast to discuss the new High Performance Department, as well as the new rule allowing MLB players to use "wearables" and how they can help prevent future injury. Also, Greg and Josh discuss the Franklin Morales signing and break down the first slate of games with a focus on Marcus Stroman and Aaron Sanchez' dominant starts, Josh Donaldson's injury,...

In the 2nd annual 25 in 50, Greg, Josh, and Chris break down the entire 25-man roster (plus Marco Estrada) in two minute bursts. Each player gets the same amount of time, from the superstars like Jose Bautista and Josh Donaldson to 8th reliever types like Arnold "Villain" Leon and Ryan "Not Pat Venditte" Tepera.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Campbell stops by to discuss Sportsnet's Jays coverage and his favourite moments from last year, as well as to look ahead to the 2016 season. Greg, Josh, and Chris also discuss Roberto Osuna's desire to pitch in relief, the Aaron Sanchez/Gavin Floyd fight for the fifth starter spot, Troy Tulowitzki's injury scare, Marcus Stroman for Opening day, and a few Jays retirements. Finally, the boys...

Jay Jaffe of Sports Illustraded stops by to preview the New York Yankees in the final installment of the AL East Preview Series. The boys also discuss Edwin Encarnacion's injuries/contract talks, Marco Estrada's return to health, the signing of Randy Choate, and address the state of the battle for the final spot in the rotation. They also give a Do Over to the White Sox for the Adam LaRoche fiasco...

R.J. Anderson of Baseball Prospectus stops by Artificial Turf Wars to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays as part of the AL East Division preview series. The guys also discuss Jose Bautista's contract situation, Marco Estrada's health, Aaron Sanchez' great stuff, Josh's notes from Dunedin, and the one year anniversary of Marcus Stroman's "season-ending" injury. The guys then take some listener questions an...

Welcome to the debut episode of Artificial Turf Wars! Blue Jays RP David Aardsma stops by to give his views on bullpen battles, his career, the Blue Jays, and how to handle social media. In addition, Greg and Josh discuss Marcus Stroman’s “new pitch,” Bautista and Estrada getting into action, Michael Saunders looking healthy, and Aaron Loup’s elbow injury. Finally, Chris joins the boys to answer s...