BFMD Episode 223 – The Toronto Chad Jays – Bat Flips and Maple Dips – A Toronto Blue Jays Podcast

Justin and Patrick discuss the impact of adding Chad Green to the roster mid-season once his recovery from Tommy John surgery is complete.  The guys highlight the non-roster invitees to spring training which includes top prospect Ricky Tiedemann. The Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame announced members of the 2023 class headlined by Jesse Barfield. 

1. BFMD Episode 223 – The Toronto Chad Jays 37:20
2. BFMD Episode 222 – Whit Merrifield Renaissance 57:15
3. BFMD Episode 221 – Bo Money, Bo Problems? 01:02:07
4. BFMD Episode 220 – Belt a Blue Jay & 26-Man Roster Debate 01:03:17
5. BFMD Episode 219 – Welcome to the Varsho 58:47

Description

Alek Manoah and Ross Stripling helped the Blue Jays get a split with the Rays. Whit Merrifield and George Springer provided timely home runs as the Jays inch closer to clinching a Wild Card spot. 

Albert Pujols hit 700.

Justin and Patrick break it all down and preview the final regular season matchup against the Yankees.

Summary

After another winning week of baseball the Toronto Blue Jays find themselves leading the AL Wild Card Race. 

Justin & Patrick break down the standings, remaining games, and potential playoff matchups. 

Who pitches in the playoff rotation? 

Summary

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After a 6-1 start to the road trip, Justin and Patrick break down the MLB standings and what it means for the Blue Jays. 

The guys discuss Texas, Bo Bichette, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and the schedule ahead. 

Summary

Justin and Patrick return to discuss what was an eventful week and month for the Blue Jays. 

The team swept the Red Sox, got swept by the Angels, and took two of three against the Cubs. They still hold a playoff spot but it isn’t comfortable. 

Bradley Zimmer is back and the guys try (not really) to find the reason why that is. 

It’s going to be a difficult schedule for the team in September! 

Summary

Winners of 3 out of 4 games in the Bronx, the Blue Jays now head to Boston for 3 games at Fenway.

Justin and Patrick break down what went right for the Jays against the Yankees including great starting pitching, some timely hitting, and a couple of temper tantrums for Gerrit Cole.

Pujols is 8 HR away from 700. Can he get there? Ohtani or Judge for AL MVP. Updates on Orelvis and Moreno.

We’ll be off for a bit due to some travelling. Enjoy meaningful baseball!

Summary

The Blue Jays bats woke up for one inning and they were able to salvage a win against Baltimore. 

Ross Stripling returned from the IL and was dominant. 

Should we be worried about Manoah’s innings count?

Kikuchi is in the bullpen. Is he a lost cause or can he be re-invented? 

Summary

Justin and Patrick are BACK with an update on some of their favourite prospects in the Blue Jays system. 

The guys discuss the disappointing weekend against Cleveland, preview another Baltimore series, and debate whether or not the Jays can go with 3 catchers again next season assuming Moreno is ready. 

Thanks for listening!

Summary

Justin and Patrick are back after a week off to discuss all things Blue Jays. 

The guys talk about what should be done with the rotation when Stripling returns, the Teoscar resurgence, and provide and in depth look at the standings. 

With the Guardians coming to town, the guys dissect the potential pitching matchups and let you know which players will be key for both teams. 

Thanks for listening! 

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired Antony Bass, Zach Pop, Mitch White, and Whit Merrifield on what turned out to be a busy trade deadline. 

Juan Soto was dealt to the Padres for a bucket of prospects, Eric Hosmer caused chaos, and Montas ended up with the Yankees. 

Justin & Patrick break down the trades, recap the series in Tampa, and preview the upcoming games against the Twins. 

Rest in peace Vin Scully. You will be missed. 

Summary

Justin & Patrick are back to recap the Blue Jays series win against the Tigers and to discuss all of the trades that haven’t been made.

The guys dive into the latest Jays trade rumours for Montas and Quintana, discuss the stellar weekend from Matt Chapman, and preview the two games coming up in Tampa. 

We’ll be back Wednesday evening to recap the trade deadline and Rays series before the Jays head the Minnesota.