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The Toronto Blue Jays are heading to Los Angeles for game 3 of the World Series. There have been many mixed reactions to the first two games of the World Series, but no matter which way you look at it, the Toronto Blue Jays are in control of their own destiny. In a surprising decision, Max Scherzer is starting game 3 hoping to continue with the momentum he gathered in the ALCS, looking to put the Blue Jays ahead in the series once again. In this episode, we give our reactions from the weekend as well as break down all the...

Bats Fall *FLAT* For The Toronto Blue Jays In Game 2 | Blue Jays News & Rumours

The Toronto Blue Jays have DEMOLISHED the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first game of the World Series and assert their dominance in an 11-4 victory. Daulton Varsho, Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk all had huge home runs in the effort, truly showcasing what this offense has been about all season long. Trey Yesavage did not have his best stuff but was able to persevere through four innings, doing exactly what the Blue Jays expected of him. Many fans across the MLB had the Dodgers winning the World Series easily, but this game showcased the Blue Jays are not...

World Series Showdown: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays - Who Will Reign Supreme?

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays face off in an unexpected World Series matchup. Can the Blue Jays' complete team challenge the Dodgers' powerhouse lineup? Key discussions include team strengths, payroll disparities, and the impact of high-spending franchises on MLB. The hosts analyze starting pitching, bullpen strategies, and offer bold predictions for the series outcome. Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. take center stage as potential game-changers.

Tune in for expert insights on this thrilling World Series clash and...

The day has arrived. The Toronto Blue Jays play the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight in the first game of the World Series. The Dodgers are heavy favourites to win the World Series, but the Blue Jays should not be counted out. Each team has their strengths and weaknesses, it all depends on which team will be able to exploit them. In this episode, we break down the keys to a World Series win for the Toronto Blue Jays, as well as Bo Bichette’s role and how his availability could impact how this lineup looks throughout the series. We br...

The Toronto Blue Jays have some very important decisions to make as we approach the start of the World Series. The biggest storyline for the Blue Jays surrounds Bo Bichette and his role with the team. The hope is that he is ready in full capacity for game one, but John Schneider had a few comments that suggested otherwise. In this episode we are joined by Tristan 

Baranoski to outline our expectations for Bo Bichette in the World Series and what we believe the roster will look like for the Blue Jays biggest series of this century, w...

The narrative is starting to be set by fans around baseball, and it is not in the Blue Jays favour. Many fans and insiders across baseball have the Dodgers beating the Blue Jays in a landslide, stating the Blue Jays have no chance in a seven game series. We have seen this team prove people wrong all year long, and this will be their ultimate test to prove they are deserving up a championship. In this episode, we dive into the narratives surrounding the World Series while bringing you the most up to date news, storylines and analysis right...

The Toronto Blue Jays are moving on to the WORLD SERIES for the first time in 32 years! George Springer has once again saved the season, launching a three run home run into the left field seats in the seventh inning to give the Blue Jays the lead. It was a full team effort once again for the Blue Jays, as Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt pitched the seventh and eighth innings to get the ball to Jeff Hoffman for the ninth, and the rest was history. In this episode, we break down all the huge moments from game 7 of...

The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the Seattle Mariners 6-2 and are now one win away from advancing to the World Series. Trey Yesavage was dominant once again, racking up the whiffs and surprisingly using his splitter even more than the fastball. The offense showed up, the defense was astounding, it was exactly what the Blue Jays needed with their back against the wall. In this episode, we are joined by Skylar Peters to discuss all the key moments from game 6 of the ALCS, while discussing how the Blue Jays should approach their biggest baseball game in the last 30...

The Toronto Blue Jays lose a heartbreaker to the Seattle Mariners after some very questionable decisions from John Schneider. The fans are livid, and some are even going as far as saying John Schneider cost the Blue Jays their season. It was a decision that people will be talking about for a very long time, and we give our incites on the situation and give our takes on what should have happened in that scenario, and whether we believe the Blue Jays can recover and compete for an ALCS title. We break down all the key moments from game...

The Toronto Blue Jays have won once again, making this a brand new series! We got two unbelievable performances from unlikely sources, with Max Scherzer and Andres Gimenez carrying this team on their backs to tie up the series. This is exactly what the Blue Jays needed to flip the script in this series, as the Blue Jays are guaranteed to take this series back to the Rogers Centre. In this episode, we break down all the key moments from game 4 of the ALCS, while diving into the changes the Blue Jays made to get them back into this...

The Toronto Blue Jays have responded once again and score a bakers dozen in a route over the Seattle Mariners 13-4. Everything that we had been asking for in the first two games became a reality in game three, as we got great starting pitching from Shane Bieber and unbelievable at-bats by everyone in the Blue Jays lineup. This was a big win, but they will need a few more for Blue Jays fans to truly be happy. In this episode, we break down all the key moments from the third game of this series, while breaking down what...

The Toronto Blue Jays have dug themselves a deep hole. Starting out a seven game series down 2-0 was never anybody’s plan, but the Blue Jays need to persevere. The efforts from games 1 and 2 simply weren’t good enough. This team needs a spark and they need it right now, whether that is a change in the lineup, a philosophy change at the plate or just a big play to gain momentum early on. In this episode, we are joined by Dallon Wilton to discuss what changes need to be made to give this Blue Jays team a chan...

The Toronto Blue Jays get worked once again by the Seattle Mariners and are done 2-0 in the ALCS. The Blue Jays simply got outplayed today, as the offense and the pitching was pathetic. If the Blue Jays continue to play like this, it will be a quick round trip to Seattle. Something needs to change, and it needs to happen quickly. In this episode, we break down all the key moments from this game while answering this simple question: Who is to blame for the Blue Jays struggles in the first two games of the ALCS? We bring...

The Toronto Blue Jays lose to the Seattle Mariners 3-1 after a pathetic display by the Blue Jays offense, only gathering two hits in the game. The Blue Jays had a huge opportunity to take advantage of a depleted Mariners pitching staff, but in turn did the opposite as they were unable to get anything going offensively. Kevin Gausman was great in his outing, but it was not enough for the Blue Jays to get the job done. In this episode, we break down all the key moments from the first game of the ALCS while bringing you the...

The Blue Jays were the first team to clinch their ticket the ALCS, which has given us some time to think about what lies ahead. The Blue Jays opponent has yet to be determined, but there are still very important decisions that will need to be made. Who will be on the ALCS playoff roster? How will John Schneider utilize this pitching staff? Who should be trusted in high leverage scenarios? There are so many scenarios to run through as Blue Jays fans haven’t been this excited since 2016. In this episode, we’ll dive into all of these ques...

The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the New York Yankees 5-2 and are advancing to the ALCS! The bullpen day had a lot of people nervous considering what happens the day prior, but once again the Blue Jays have proved the doubters wrong in a big moment.  

It couldn’t get any better for the Blue Jays, as they have beaten their division rivals once again and now wait to see who they will face on Sunday at the Rogers Centre. We break down all the key moments from this game while bringing you the most up-to-date new...

The Toronto Blue Jays blow a 6-1 lead to New York Yankees and lose game three 9-6. Shane Bieber was not very good as he had the lowest amount of whiffs he’s had in his last 25 starts. The bullpen was subpar and the fielding was atrocious. Overall, there are a lot of reasons for Blue Jays fans to be disappointed, but they have an opportunity to bounce back tomorrow with a bullpen day headlined by Louis Varland. We break down all the key moments from game 3, as well as the storylines and factors that will go into a Bl...

We have now had a day to let the first two games of the ALDS soak in, and there have been some crazy reactions from fans all over baseball. MLB insiders, analysts, influencers, podcasts hosts and even just the common fan all had something to say about the series of events that took place at the Rogers Centre. There were a variety of answers, so we decided to jump into a few of the clips circulating social media and break down exactly what we saw and interpreted, while including those clips for all of you to see. To end...

What a weekend from your Toronto Blue Jays as they dominant the New York Yankees, outscoring the Yankees 23-8 over over the two games. Kevin Gausman and Trey Yesavage were unbelievable, with Yesavage setting franchise records and Guasman going deep into the game and only allowing one run. This was a dream scenario for the Blue Jays as this is exactly where they want to be going to New York for game 3. There are so many positive things to talk about, as we are joined by Skylar Peters to break down all the best parts of the first two...

The Locked on MLB Squad dissects the thrilling Wild Card round, spotlighting Cam Schlittler's dominant performance and the New York Yankees' unexpected success. They analyze crucial pitching decisions, debating the merits of modern bullpen management versus traditional strategies. They offer predictions for the Divisional Series, focusing on the Philadelphia Phillies-Los Angeles Dodgers and Yankees-Toronto Blue Jays matchups.

The hosts also challenge the "championship or bust" mentality, exploring the value of the entire MLB season beyond October glory. Tune in for expert insights on how analytics and gut instincts shape postseason baseball strategy.

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It is not surprising at all that the Toronto Blue Jays will face off against the New York Yankees in the ALDS. The Blue Jays will have their hands full as they will have to deal with Aaron Judge and the power filled Yankees lineup, but this veteran pitching staff’s familiarity with their lineup should set them up for success The time is almost here, and we break down all the key matchups, storylines and factors that will go into a Blue Jays series win right here on Locked On Blue Jays.

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Bo Bichette’s availability is still in question just two days before the start of the ALDS. However, there have been quotes by a few players on the Toronto Blue Jays suggesting we should temper expectations of seeing Bo Bichette available for this series. As the Red Sox and Yankees head to game three of their series, we discuss our keys to a playoff series victory for the Blue Jays and what will need to happen if the Blue Jays want to advance farther along in the playoffs. We provide you with the most up to date news and st...

The Toronto Blue Jays will have some important decisions to make in the next few days, as they plan out their starting rotation and lineup to set up the Blue Jays for success. There are many different ways this could go, with tough decisions within the starting rotation, bullpen, and lineup that could have drastic impacts on the Blue Jays chances of success in the ALDS. In this episode, we break down who we believe should pitch games one, two and three of the ALDS, as well as how the batting order will shape up as we continue to...

The Toronto Blue Jays are off until Saturday,  gearing up for their ALDS matchup. As the celebration of winning the division ends and the Blue Jays focus in on what’s ahead, we discuss our favourite parts of the celebration and who we thought enjoyed it the most. However, there is a bigger goal in mind. The Toronto Blue Jays have played amazing baseball all year, but there are still things to be concerned about going into their first divisional series in 10 years. We end the episode by giving our predictions on the wildcard round and who we believe the...

The Toronto Blue Jays have WON the American League! There have been so many ups and downs throughout this season, but the Blue Jays were able to persevere and get the job done. Alejandro Kirk had a legacy game, Trey Yesavage was unbelievable in his first start at the Rogers Centre, and the Blue Jays are now able to allow their players to rest up before the American League Division Series. In this episode, we break down all the key moments, storylines and quotes from the weekend series as well as we we should start to look for as...

GUARDIANS SURGE, TIGERS COLLAPSE: MLB PLAYOFF RACE HEATS UP

Cleveland Guardians stun Detroit Tigers with late-season comeback. Can they clinch a playoff spot in the final weekend? Jeff Carr and Justin Lada break down the Guardians' impressive turnaround, highlighting key players and strategic moves. The discussion covers the Tigers' epic collapse, vulnerable teams heading into October, and the Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen concerns. Sully introduces his "Summer Score" metric, offering unique insights into team performance. Don't miss the heated debate on MLB's playoff format and its impact on fan engagement. Tune in for expert analysis o...

The Toronto Blue Jays salvage the last game of the series against the Boston Red Sox, cruising to a 6-1 victory. The bullpen day was clutch for the Blue Jays, as Louis Varland and Eric Lauer combined for 5 and a third innings of scoreless ball. More importantly, the offense finally woke up with a grand slam off the bat of Daulton Varsho. We now are left with three games on the schedule, and the Toronto Blue Jays control their own destiny, but the Yankees remain right on their tale. It’s the most important part of the season, and it...

The Toronto Blue Jays lead in the AL East is gone. After having a five game lead with just  eleven games to go, it has completely vanished in the last week of the season. The offense continues to have horrific at bats, only mustering four hits once again. This is the worst time of the season for the bats to go cold, as the race for the division is wide open. With only four games remaining, every game matters and it will come down to the wire against the New York Yankees. We break down the key moments from g...

The Toronto Blue Jays are losing their division lead very quickly as they have lost to the Boston Red Sox 4-1 and now hold a one game lead over the New York Yankees. The offense did not show up once again, only accumulating four hits which unfortunately has become a common theme  for this team in recent days. In a very surprising move, Anthony Santander is back with the Blue Jays, but Alek Manoah was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. There is so much to discuss, and we break it all down while bringing you while bringing y...

The Toronto Blue Jays are in their most important stretch of the season, as these games will determine where the Blue Jays place in the American League. Things are going down to the wire, and the Blue Jays are leaving people with questions going into the playoffs. With injuries and players over and under exceeding expectations, the Blue Jays will have to fight their way to an American East title. Standout performances may be the key to making those tough decisions down the stretch, as we talk about the standings and what the Blue Jays situation could look like...

The Toronto Blue Jays have officially made the playoffs! It was not a great series for the Jays considering Chris Bassitt is hurt and they allowed the Yankees to gain ground in the standings, but they are still three games ahead of the Yankees with six games remaining. Trey Yesavage made his second career MLB start on Sunday as we saw great performances, horrible calls, filthy pitches and big swings throughout the weekend. We break it all down right here while bringing you the most up to date news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Jays right here on Locked...

MLB Playoff Race Heats Up: Who's In, Who's Out?

The National League wild card battle intensifies as teams scramble for postseason spots. Are the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers locks? The Locked On MLB Squad breaks down the Chicago Cubs' chances and the New York Mets' surprising struggles. In the American League, the Cleveland Guardians surge with a 17-5 run. Can they overtake the vulnerable Boston Red Sox?

Clayton Kershaw's potential retirement sparks debate on his legacy and the Dodgers' World Series odds. The panel explores how modern pitching strategies ar...

The Toronto Blue Jays offense did not show up once again, as they were unable to drive any runs across the plate in a 4-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. The injury of Bo Bichette has worried fans about the Blue Jays’ ability to score runs consistently and get the big hit when it matters. Unfortunately, we didn’t see much of that in the last 2 games of this series, but people aren’t as worried about the regular season; they are worried about the playoffs. In this episode, we break down our perspectives on the Blue Jays offens...

The Toronto Blue Jays are unable to come back against the Tampa Bay Rays as they lose the third game of the series 2-1. Kevin Gausman was very good once again, but the offense was unable to put up much of a fight, only gathering four hits in the contest. Blue Jays fans have the tendency to overreact to losses and underperformances at times, so we decided to discuss why that is right here on this episode. We’ll go over the key moments from this game while bringing you the most up-to-date news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Ja...

The Toronto Blue Jays magic number to win the American League East is now down to six as the Jays hold on in the late innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. There was some controversy from this game in a home run call by Brandan Lowe, which looked like clear fan interference but was still ruled as a home run, but that ultimately did not matter in the big picture. That home run was the only damage José Berrios would give up in his effort, as the Blue Jays have now won six games in a row. It’s alo...

Trey Yesavage has entered the building, a d he has completely broken the door down as he dominates the Tampa Bay Rays in a 2-1 extra innings win. Trey Yesavage set an MLB record with the highest whiff percentage in a starting pitchers debut along with multiple franchise records in his 5 inning outing. The bullpen carried out the momentum as they were able to limit damage and work out of jams throughout their six innings of shutout baseball. The Blue Jays were able to score in extra innings to extend their lead in the AL East with some help...

What a weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays as they sweep the Baltimore Orioles and get some massive breaking news about the Blue Jays top pitching prospect: Trey Yesavage. There is so much to talk about surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays, with a playoff push and some huge decisions that will need to be made as season continues to dwindle down. In this episode, we dive into our expectations for Trey Yesavage in his first MLB start, discuss the comments made by Brian Roberts about Blue Jays fans, as well as break down the big moments from the weekend...

The Toronto Blue Jays wipe the floor with the Houston Astros in the third game of the series, beating them 6-0. Kevin Gausman. What an outing from the Blue Jays starting pitcher as he pitches a complete game shutout, as he dominates the Astros hitters and took the game out of the bullpens hands. This is the game people have wanted to see from the Blue Jays: a playoff feel, great starting pitching and clutch hits throughout the entire baseball game. It was a great series, and there is so much to discuss. We bring you all the key...

The Toronto Blue Jays were unable to come away with a win Wednesday night as a late inning home run put the Astros on top. The bats did not show up in this game until the 8th inning and put a-lot of pressure on the pitching throughout this performance. Unfortunately, Jeff Hoffman was once again the relief pitcher who blew the game which has shot him right back into the spotlight. In this episode, we talk about the closing situation once again, shedding a new light on a possible solution the Blue Jays could undertake, as well as break...

The Toronto Blue Jays win a wild won at the Rogers Centre with some late game heroics from IKF and Tyler Heinemann to give them the victory in extra innings. The Blue Jays we’re getting no-hit through the first five innings, but were once again able to show resilience and come out with another important win. In this episode, we break down the key moments in the come back win as well as discuss the updates on the situations with Bo Bichette and Anthony Santander, while even going over a quote directly from Buck Martinez about the New Yo...

With the Toronto Blue Jays coming off an off day, Brayden Ewasko and Carter Fuerst break down a few of the team's remaining schedules. What is the Toronto Blue Jays' magic number for wins to win the AL East? We talk the possible return of Anthony Santander and as always, we have the series preview, which Brayden calls a must-win series for the first time all season. Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton...

The Toronto Blue Jays lose the most important series of the year against the New York Yankees, dropping the rubber match of the series 4-3. The Blue a jays could have put a nail in the coffin on the Yankees hopes of winning the AL East with a series sweep, but were unable to pull it off due to a few unexpected factors. There were a ton of key storylines from over the weekend, and we are excited to talk about all of them on todays episode. We bring you all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this weekend...

The Toronto Blue Jays are heading into their biggest series of the year, hoping to bring in some reinforcements down the stretch. Anthony Santander is rumoured to return to the lineup during the Tampa Bay Rays series, which would make him an option late in the regular season and during the playoffs, while Trey Yesavage has continued to have strong outings and could also be thrown into the mix. There is a lot of uncertainty in Toronto Blue Jays land, and we look to answer some of those questions on todays episode. We bring you all the key moments...

The Toronto Blue Jays are able to pull off a another win in a shootout, as they take the rubber match of the series 13-9. Shane Bieber showed us that he is human today as he got hit around in the second inning, but that was no match for the home run onslaught that was about to occur. The Jays hit five home runs in this game which propelled them to their huge offensive explosion. This was a huge win as the Blue Jays hope to carry their momentum into the off day, and then into New York as...

What a wild night for the Toronto Blue Jays, as a roller coaster ride ends the night with a 12-9 Blue Jays victory, carried off the backs

of George Springer, Bo Bichette and the rest of the offense. The pitching struggled once again, as they gave up runs in multiple innings, never allowing the Blue Jays to

run away with this baseball game.

This was a huge win, and we break down all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this game while bringing you the most up to date news and analysis right...

Things keep getting worse for the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen. In one of the most devastating losses of the season, the Blue Jays manage to blow another game after some late game heroics from Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho put them ahead by 2 going into the bottom of the ninth. The bullpen has been a massive issue this past month, and we discuss what needs to be done to help overcome this horrific stretch. We break down all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this game while bringing you the most up to date news and analysis right here...

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to salvage a series against the Milwaukee Brewers but still end up losing the series 2-1. The bullpen continued to be a problem in this series, with another Jeff Hoffman blowup to headline Saturday’s game. Many fans are starting to worry about the bullpen’s performance, as they have not been able to keep the Blue Jays in games the last couple of weeks. So much news came out regarding injury updates, roster moves, new signings and more, and we’ll break it all down right here on Locked On Blue Jays. We bre...

MLB playoff races heat up as Kyle Schwarber's 4-homer game stuns the league. Is this the most impressive offensive performance of the season?

Jeff Carr and the squad break down the latest developments in the American and National League playoff hunts. The hosts debate the difficulty of hitting for the cycle versus a 4-homer game, analyzing Schwarber's recent feat and its historical context. The conversation shifts to a heated MVP discussion, pitting Yankees slugger Aaron Judge against Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh.

Tune in for expert analysis on playoff positioning, offensive explosions, and the factors that...

The Toronto Blue Jays have a huge test over the weekend, as they play the Milwaukee Brewers in a three game set over the weekend. Many fans are speculating about this series, using it as a benchmark to gage their abilities in a future playoff series. The Blue Jays reworked their starting rotation to have their best pitchers available for this series. Shane Bieber takes the mound for the first game of the series, as the Blue Jays look to assert themselves as a strong World Series contender. In this episode, we break down all the key moments, highlights...

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to pull off a series win with a huge 8th inning hit from Addison Barger and a second attempt save from Jeff Hoffman... Oh and don't forget a 2 Home Run day from Davis Schneider! Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Brayden Fisher, Max Scherzer, Leo Jimenez, Davis Schneider, Ernie Clement, Jake Bloss, Nick Sandlin, Bowden Francis, Joey Loperfido, Orelvis Martinez, Ricky Tiedemann, Addison Barger...

The Toronto Blue Jays lose a heartbreaker to the Minnesota Twins as they drop the second game of the series 7-5. Unfortunately, we have had this conversation before, but it has worked it’s way back into the spotlight. There was been increasing support from the Blue Jays fan base in wanting Jeff Hoffman to be removed from his closing role, as he has not been consistent this season and has blown SEVEN saves. There were positives to take from this series, but one question has to be answered: Who should close out baseball games for the Toronto Blue Ja...

The Blue Jays took care of business against the Minnesota Twins as they score 10 runs in a 10-4 victory at the Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays squashed the rumours about them not being to hit good pitching as they pieced up Joe Ryan for six runs over five innings, with some moon bombs from Alejandro Kirk and Andres Giminez. Max Scherzer continued to pitch well as he makes his case to start a playoff game in October. This was a great team win, and it puts the Toronto Blue Jays in a great spot to win a series. We b...

What a whirlwind of a weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays, as they won the series against the Miami Marlins. Shane Bieber was unbelievable in his first start, going six innings and punching out nine batters. There were so many great things that arose from this series, with huge swings, big pitches and clutch moments. In this episode, we break down all the highlights from this series, and discuss all the new information surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays. We bring you all the key moments, news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Jays right here on Locked On Blue Jays.  Duration: 00:43:19

Kai Peterson joins the show as we discuss his recent promotion to Double A, his journey to being drafted, and his gameday prep! Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Brayden Fisher, Max Scherzer, Leo Jimenez, Davis Schneider, Ernie Clement, Jake Bloss, Nick Sandlin, Bowden Francis, Joey Loperfido, Orelvis Martinez, Ricky Tiedemann, Addison Barger, Nathan Lukes, Seranthony Dominguez, Christian Bethancourt, Louis Varland, Tommy Nance, Jonatan Clase, Tyler Heineman , Myles Straw, Shane...

This week, our panel of experts from across the Locked On MLB network tackles the big news that Rob Manfred teased, big changes could be coming to baseball. More teams, realignment of the divisions and maybe even more? Is this good or bad news for the future of the game? 

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The time has come. Shane Beiber is back and is making his first start for the Toronto Blue Jays. The expectation is high for the previous Cy Young award winner as fans are looking to see flashes of his old self and I progress towards making a playoff start for the Toronto Blue Jays. The anticipation is through the roof, and we’re excited to break down our expectations right here. We then answer your questions and comments about what the future looks like for this Blue Jays organization. We bring you all the key moments, news and storylines su...

The Toronto Blue Jays offense did not show up as they were only able to score one run on three hits.  It is never fun to lose a series to a team almost 20 games below .500, but that is the beauty of baseball. There was a surprising roster move made by the Blue Jays that may shake up the way this pitching staff is used for the short future. In this episode, we break down the effects of this roster move and discuss if this was a smart move for the Blue Jays, while bringing you all the key moments, n...

The Toronto Blue Jays bounce back and win the second game of the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3. Max Scherzer has continued to put up great numbers in his last few starts, which has lead to many conversations about what the future of this starting staff is going to look like, not only down the stretch in the regular season but in the playoffs as well. If Max Scherzer can still healthy and continue to pitch effectively, would you be comfortable starting him in a playoff game? In this episode, we break down all the possibilities while bringing...

Who would’ve thought there would have been this many fireworks in one game agains the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Toronto Blue Jays were not able to come out with a victory, but that is not the main storyline from this game. Tommy Pham and Tyler Heineman got into a heated exchange after a 4 pitch walk to Pham, as the benches cleared in the 7th inning. The best part is, that wasn’t the crazy part. There is so much to talk about from the first game of the series, from the benches clearing, to a scary injury, all the way...

The Toronto Blue Jays continue rolling as they win the series against the Texas Rangers 2-1. This was a crazy series, as a lot of unexpected things happened that we may not see for a very long time. Alejandro Kirk and Myles Straw had their best games of the season over this weekend, and it was a ton of fun to watch. Vladimir Guerrero Jr is back, the bottom of the order is contributing and the starting pitching seems to get better every week. There is so much to talk about from over the weekend, as the Blue Jays...

Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis?

Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under fire, while playoff predictions spark heated debate. Sully argues the current MLB economic structure pits "28 teams against the Mets and the Dodgers," potentially leading to future labor disputes.

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The Toronto Blue Jays were able to win a series against the Chicago Cubs who are known for their prolific offense, by scoring a measly 8 runs through the three-game series. Vladimir Guerrero Jr is all the way back, launching a curveball over the wall to give the Blue Jays just enough offense to fend off the Cubs. Max Scherzer has looked like a demon in his last five games, which has really helped provide stability in the starting rotation. It is still known that the Blue Jays starting pitching is their weak point, but help is on the way...

The Toronto Blue Jays drop the second game of the series against the Chicago Cubs 4-1. This was a reverse of the first game, as the Blue Jays were unable to muster any offense, with Cade Horton carrying a no-hitter into the 6th inning of todays game. Kevin Gausman gave us a great performance, giving up some hard contact but went seven innings and was very efficient. This was a stinker for the Blue Jays, and we’ll discuss how it happened by by bringing you all the key moments, news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Jays right here on...

The Toronto Blue Jays start the home stand on the right foot with a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Ernie Clement continues to have insane production, hitting a home run in 3 consecutive games and making it hard for John Schneider to keep him out of the lineup. Jose Berrios had to battle today, but was about to give the Blue Jays a great outing, not allowing a single run over his five and a third innings. The Blue Jays are now the first team in the American League to reach 70 wins, as they look to continue their stellar...

We have had this conversation about the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen a few times this year, but this time is a little different. Jeff Hoffman has been the Blue Jays closer all season, but with his recent performances many fans are questioning whether Hoffman should remain the sole closer for this pitching staff. With the additions at the trade deadline, there is not an obvious replacement, so we decided to break down how we think the Blue Jays should handle this situation and who we believe should be the Jays closer down the stretch. We bring you all the...

The Toronto Blue Jays salvage a series by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the last game 5-4, but ultimately lose the series 2-1. This was our first taste of what felt like playoff baseball, as these two division leaders went toe to toe over the weekend playing in some very close games. The Blue Jays pitching was not great in this series, allowing far too many walks and missing over the middle consistently against a strong Dodgers lineup. There were a lot of things to take away from this series, and we discuss our main points of interest...

The Milwaukee Brewers are on fire, boasting a 41-15 record in their last 60 games. Can they maintain this momentum into October? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the Brewers' success, including unexpected contributions from players like Isaac Collins. The American League playoff picture remains murky, with teams like the Blue Jays, Mariners, and Astros vying for position. Which AL team has the most complete roster? The hosts debate the strengths and weaknesses of bubble teams, including the Cincinnati Reds and their potential late-season surge.

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The Toronto Blue Jays sit in a very good spot, sitting with the best record in the American League. While they still have a-lot of work to do during the rest of this season. The Blue Jays are playing good baseball, but it could get even better with a few players slated to come off the injured list sooner than later. The Blue Jays front office and John Schneider will have some important decisions to make that could effect the trajectory of their season. In this episode, we talk about the roster decisions that will need to be made...

The Toronto Blue Jays demolish the Colorado Rockies, scoring twenty runs in an onslaught at Coors Field. The Blue Jays set franchise records with their highest run and hit totals ever in a three game series. Bo Bichette, Daulton Varsho, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Nathan Lukes and Ernie Clement all had legacy weeks in Denver, taking advantage of the favourable conditions. This series was a lot of fun, and we discuss all the great moments from these three games, as well as what to take away in the big picture from a series against the worst team in baseball. We...

The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the Colorado Rockies in the second game of the series 10-4. Today was the day of Daulton Varsho as he had 10 total bases and 6 RBI in the winning effort, reminding people how important he is to this team. There were some antics in this game as tensions rose in the 6th inning when multiple players were hit by pitchers, one player on each respective team. The Blue Jays did what they needed to do against the team with the worst record in baseball: beat the brakes off them. We discuss how it went...

The Toronto Blue Jays Blue Jays demolished the Colorado Rockies in the first game of the series 15-1. This was the fourth time ever the Blue Jays have accumulated 25 hits in a baseball game, with every single Blue Jays starter having a hit by the end of the third inning. Eric Lauer was great once again, and the Blue Jays were able to take advantage of the worst team in all of baseball. In this episode, we break down all the key moments and highlights while providing you the most up to date news and storylines right here on...

Toronto Blue Jays have lost to the Kansas City Royals in the rubber match 7-4. This is the first time the Blue Jays have lost back to back series since May 18th. Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt had great performances, but the Jays were unable to put it all together. In this episode, we are joined by Dallon Wilton to discuss the series against the Kansas City Royals, and what went wrong for the Blue Jays in these last two series. In this episode, we break down all three games of this series while giving you all the rumours...

MLB SQUAD SHOW CHAOS: Trade Deadline FRENZY Reshapes MLB Landscape

Several teams stun with a flurry of deadline deals, while others leave fans scratching their heads. Our hosts break down which clubs had a successful deadline, especially the teams that got multiple players without sacrificing top prospects. Plus, roster overhauls, trading away local favorites, spark frustration among some fanbases.

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The Toronto Blue Jays traded for 5 players at this years trade deadline: four major leagues and one minor league. They have acquired Seranthony Dominguez, Shane Bieber, Louis Varland and Ty France to help them down the stretch, hopefully bringing extra push they need to finish the season strong. There are mixed opinions about this deadline, especially with the additions other teams around the American League. In this episode, we dive into all four trades from the Blue Jays Trade Deadline, breaking down how these assets will be used down the stretch, as well as how we feel the Blue...

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to salvage a series against the Baltimore Orioles. However, in the bigger picture, many fans were upset by the Blue Jays performance today as they did not make an addition to this roster. Some big names came off the board as we are less than 24 hours away from the trade deadline, as we go over the Blue Jays remaining options, and discuss where the Blue Jays should look to improve if they want to be a series contender. In this episode, we break down the final game of this series while giving you...

It was a very busy day for the Toronto Blue Jays, as they played two baseball games and made a trade to acquire a relief pitcher from the Baltimore Orioles. The Blue Jays acquired Seranthony Dominguez and cash in exchange for 10th rated prospect Jauron Watts Brown but were unable to get a win as they lost both games of the double header. There was some good, bad and ugly on this eventful Tuesday, as we break it all down while providing you the most up to date news, analysis and storylines right here on Locked On Blue Jays.<...

The Toronto Blue Jays put up a stinker against the Baltimore Orioles losing 11-4. The pitching was horrific today as Chris Bassitt had one of his worst days of the season, and the bullpen was not much better. Bo Bichette set a franchise record with 9 consecutive hits between the the last 2 games, showcasing his bat to ball skills and is getting hot at the right time. With the trade deadline approaching we dive into a few reports from insiders around the league, linking the Blue Jays to dynamic players that would be huge down the stretch for any baseball...

The Toronto Blue Jays have the best record in all of baseball. They continue rolling as they beat the Detroit Tigers 3-1 in the series, losing the final game on Sunday afternoon. We saw some vintage pitching performances this weekend, as Kevin Gausman and Max Scherzer had great stuff in their outings, both getting to double digit strikeouts. The Jays offense was hot once again, with big performances from Bo Bichette, George Springer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr and Joey Loperfido, coming up clutch in key moments and driving in runs. The good times keep rolling as the Blue Jays keep...

The Blue Jays can’t be stopped as they continue rolling on, beating the Detroit Tigers 11-4. Erik Lauer is unbelievable at baseball. This guy has been the most reliable starting pitcher on the Blue Jays and has shown no signs of slowing down. An offensive explosion led by Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Ernie Clement and Joey Loperfido broke this game open in the 6th inning as the Blue Jays now have the best record in the American League. This team continues to prove the doubters wrong as they get contributions from everybody they throw in. In this episode, we br...

WHAT A WIN for the Toronto Blue Jays. The Jays take care of business at the Rogers Centre, beating the Yankees 8-4 as they clinch the season series. The Blue Jays played their brand of baseball and took advantage of four costly Yankees errors. Chris Bassitt had an unbelievable performance in one of his biggest outings of the season, working into the 8th inning and never let the Yankees gain momentum to start a big rally. The vibes continue to get higher as we approach the trade deadline, but the tough road doesn’t stop as the Blue Jays ha...

The Toronto Blue Jays drop a tough game against the New York Yankees 5-4 as their winning had ended against their AL East opponent. Max Scherzer had a rough start to his outing, giving up a 3-run home run in the first inning, putting the Jays behind early against their AL East rival. The Blue Jays were able to battle back, but ultimately were not able to secure the win after a late inning home run by Ben Rice. It was an unfortunate outcome for the Blue Jays, but there is still a ton to talk about as the...

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The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the New York Yankees 4-1, which makes that 5 straight wins for the Blue Jays against the Bronx Bombers. The Blue Jays have officially set a franchise record with 11 straight wins at home, which has been a major reason why this team sits atop of the AL east and is 0.5 games back of the Detroit Tigers for first in the American League. We got a vintage performance from Kevin Gausman as well as some clutch hitting and game breaking errors from the Yankees, which were huge keys in the victory. In this episode, we...

The Toronto Blue Jays have swept the San Francisco Giants in their first series back from the all-star break. This is their 8th series sweep already this season, and they have now matched a franchise record for the longest home win streak at home with 10 wins in a row. The vibes could not be higher right now, as the Blue Jays are one and half games back of the Detroit Tigers for the best record in the American League. They continue to get production from everyone they call upon, as they move into one of their biggest series of...

With the Toronto Blue Jays finishing in 1st place in the AL East before the All Star break, we continue to look at some trade options. Today we take a look at position players. Plus we break down the series with the Blue Jays and the Giants. Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Brayden Fisher, Max Scherzer, Leo Jimenez, Davis Schneider, Ernie Clement, Chad Green, Jake Bloss, Nick Sandlin, Bowden...

The Toronto Blue Jays had a great first half of 2025, over exceeding expectations in many areas of the game which has put themselves in first place in the AL East. The Blue Jays have gotten production from so many different places this season, which has a been a huge reason for their success. We decided to give our perspectives on the first half of the season, diving into our first half MVP, who has over performed/underperformed, our expectations for the second half and so much more. Has Vladdy done enough so far this season? Can the bottom of...

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Kyle Schwarber's clutch performance in the first-ever All-Star Game swing-off stuns fans. The Locked On MLB Squad breaks down this historic moment, analyzing player selections and debating potential improvements. From Cal Raleigh's impressive Home Run Derby showing to nostalgic discussions about past events, the hosts dive deep into the evolution of All-Star festivities.

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We are back with another trade deadline episode. Today, we dive into the available bullpen arms the Blue Jays could have interest in leading up to the trade deadline. Considering the recent injuries the Jays have had to endure, it would be a smart idea to bolster the bullpen with multiple arms this coaching staff can trust to get those tough outs late in ball games. There are a lot of options out on the market, from the best relievers in the game down to the lower leverage arms that can help provide stability at the bottom of a...

The Toronto Blue Jays have put themselves in a great position to be aggressive at this years trade deadline. When looking at the Jays roster, it is clear that this team needs to elevate their pitching staff to be successful in the playoffs. There is a variety of talent on the market, from top of the end rotation guys to depth pieces that can eat innings for the rest of the regular season. If history tells us anything about the Blue Jays, it tells us that the Blue Jays will be active in the pitching market. The question is...

Is was a busy weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays as they played their last series before the all star break, as well as made a few picks in the MLB draft. Many people were shocked with the Blue Jays selection as they doubled down on high-school shortstop JoJo Parker who has major upside, while already having Arjun Nimmala in the system. As for the weekend series, the Blue Jays were one pitch away from being swept by the Sacramento Athletics, losing the series 2-1. All in all, the Blue Jays still remain in first place in the AL...

The Toronto Blue Jays recent success has allowed them to be in a position where they can get very aggressive at the trade deadline, and add serious talent to this roster. The Blue Jays need starting pitching desperately, but unfortunately for the Jays starting pitching is one of the most sought after position groups at all trade deadlines, so they return would not be cheap. In this episode, we go over which prospects we would and would not want the Blue Jays to move on from, as well as the caliber of package it would take for the Blue...

The Toronto Blue Jays win streak has been snapped by none other than the Chicago White Sox. The Blue Jays lose 2-1 in a game where they had so many opportunities to score and extend their good fortunes. The offense did not show up in this outing, as the Jays went 1-9 with runners in scoring position as Adrian Houser was able to shut them down for the second time of the season. Win streaks all eventually come to an end, so it will be up to the Toronto Blue Jays to start another one. We break down all...

The Blue Jays train keeps on chugging as they have now won 10 straight games and have won their 5th straight series. Chris Bassitt pitched a complete game, even though it was only 6 innings. This game was ended after 6 innings due to excessive rain in Chicago, which helped up the Blue Jays not only secure the win, but give their bullpen some rest as well. The Blue Jays look to sweep their 3rd series in a row and continue on with their momentum in a day game against the White Sox. We dive into all of the key moments from...

The Toronto Blue Jays have won 9 baseball games in a row. In what has easily been the best stretch of baseball this season, the Jays offense continues to fire on all cylinders. They are getting production from all thirteen position players on the roster, and continue to grind out at bats and be very tough outs for opposing pitchers. With a great performance from Jose Berrios, the Blue Jays continue to expand their lead in the AL East. In this episode we go over whether we believe this team is for real and can sustain this success long term...

The Toronto Blue can not lose. They continue on with their win streak as they extend it to 8 games and did not lose a game at home on their 7 game home-stand.  The Blue Jays continue to get production from anyone they call on, contributing to their committee approach to winning baseball games. This is the most fun baseball team we have watched in a long time, and we continue to keep the vibes high  as we break down all the key moments and performance from the weekend series. There is so much to talk about, it we bring it al...

The Toronto Blue Jays play their best series of the year as they wax the New York Yankees 4-0 in the series. The Blue Jays offense was dominant in this series, scoring 36 runs in four games. This was a huge series sweep against an AL East division rival as the Blue Jays have leap frogged the Yankees in the standings and now have sole possession of first place in the AL East. It is a fun time to be a Blue Jays fan, and we break down all the best performances, plays and moments from this four game stretch...

The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the New York Yankees 11-9 and have secured a series win over the Bronx Bombers. What a game. The Blue Jays continue to prove the doubters wrong and win baseball games, and are now tied for first place in the AL East. This team is so good at overcoming adversity, as it would have been very easy to roll over after blowing an 8-run lead, but the Blue Jays punched back and added two more runs to put them over the top. This is a very fun baseball team to watch, and they...

The Toronto Blue Jays win the second game of the series against the New York Yankees, securing the series split over this 4 game stretch. George Springer had the game of the season, driving in 7 runs with quality at bats against all of the Yankees pitching staff. This is a massive series for the Blue Jays, and they are off to a very good start looking to take advantage of an AL East rival. In this episode, we break down the key moments from this game and series, while bringing you the most up to date news, storylines, injury updates...

MLB All-Star Game voting ignites fierce debate. Is fan selection flawed?

Our hosts analyze issues with the current voting system, suggesting radical changes to All-Star format. Ideas range from requiring starters to play full nine innings to implementing a "golden batter" rule. American and National League roster selections take center stage, with passionate arguments for overlooked stars. Could an all-Dodgers starting lineup become reality?

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