Blue Jays World Update

This week's episode includes Tiedemann's stellar spring training debut, what the 2023 season may hold for Toronto's top prospect, positive returns on Berríos and Kikuchi's early-spring performances, Barger turning heads at camp, Mayza making adjustments to his slider and much more. Enjoy! 

This week I discuss Bo Bichette avoiding arbitration with Toronto, what his deal means for both sides and the importance of setting a precedent involving one of the franchise's core players. The episode also includes Kevin Gausman's updated pitch delivery, adjusting to MLB's new guidelines, Yusei Kikuchi's beard, the return of his curveball, Danny Jansen's off-season program, Vladdy learning from...

This week, I discuss Anthony Recker's body-shaming comments regarding Alek Manoah, the fallout and player reactions, the Chad Green signing, his complex contract structure, coming off TJ surgery, how he could impact TOR's bullpen if healthy, the team's improved pitching depth and much more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's acquisition of Brandon Belt, his poor 2022 season & knee surgery, showcasing how he could bounce back in 2023. I also mention which OFs & RPs could be of interest for TOR and much more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the trade between Toronto and Arizona, examining the cost & return, Varsho's offensive and defensive skills, his breakout 2022 performance, plus team control, the club's improved outfield defence, what comes next and plenty more. Enjoy!  

This week, I discuss Toronto's latest moves involving Chris Bassitt and Kevin Kiermaier, what fans can expect from them, the luxury tax, what comes next and much more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss how the Winter Meetings altered the landscape of the majors, how Toronto is still gathering information, the team's potential trade partners, a lesson that can be learned from Boston's mishandling of Xander Bogaerts, and much more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the hiring of Don Mattingly as Toronto's bench coach, how he might impact the team - both on and off the field - and potential targets through the Rule 5 Draft. Enjoy!

This week, I discussed the unexpected bombshell that was the Teoscar Hernandez trade, why the move makes sense, how it impacts the bullpen, which outfielders Toronto could target and lots more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's Impending FAs, how they might improve their starting rotation, bullpen and position player group. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's disappointing exit from the 2022 playoffs, highlighting what went wrong and how some of it came down to being unlucky. Also, I debate how to move forward ahead of what should be another interesting off-season. Enjoy!

This week, I preview the Blue Jays and Mariners wild-card series, including Luis Castillo, Alek Manoah, Robbie Ray, Kevin Gausman, the playoff roster and more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the current AL wild-card picture, Mitch White's struggles and future, the remaining stretch in Boston and Baltimore, Danny Jansen's stellar offence, how the Blue Jays might construct their playoff roster and plenty more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto taking 2 out of 3 games against Baltimore, Jordan Romano's 5th blown save of 2022, Danny Jansen's impressive results, Vladdy's 12-game hitting streak, Teoscar Hernandez's slump, Mitch White, the upcoming schedule and plenty more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's successful series versus Tampa Bay, Vladdy's 100th home run, another quality start from Ross Stripling, Bo Bichette carrying the freight and much more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's much-needed sweep over Pittsburgh and how they took care of business against a bad team. Additionally, I also preview a pivotal series against Baltimore, where they'll play 4 games in 3 days. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the successful weekend trio to the Bronx, where the Blue Jays won 3 out of 4 games over the Yankees. I also explain what that means for New York's lead in the AL East and whether they could fall from the top of the division. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Kikuchi's latest blunder and how he's struggled miserably over his last 2 starts. Additionally, I also make the case that it's time to move Kikuchi to the bullpen, allowing Mitch White to remain as a starter. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the acquisitions of Whit Merrifield, Anthony Bass, Zach Pop and Mitch White. I also breakdown how each move improve the roster. Enjoy!

This week, with the Aug. 2 trade deadline approaching, I predict what potential trades Toronto could make to improve their starting rotation and bullpen. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the earth-shattering report that Juan Soto could be available via trade. I outline what the Blue Jays may have to give up in return and whether it'd be realistic to do so. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss Toronto's miserable road trip, where they lost 6 of 7 games. Other topics include the starting pitching struggles, Max Castillo's encouraging start, the offensive woes and more. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss which teams the Blue Jays could be trade partners with - including Arizona, Colorado, Chicago, Pittsburgh and Oakland. Plus, exploring which players the team should target, along with injury updates to Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia and Danny Jansen. Enjoy!

This week, I discuss the 1st ballot update ahead of next month's ASG, Nate Pearson's latest injury, which high-leverage relievers the Blue Jays should pursue and more. Enjoy!

This week I discuss Gabriel Moreno's MLB debut, Jose Berrios' recent success, Ross Stripling's MVP candidacy, Lourdes Gurriel Jr.'s hot streak and more. Enjoy!