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Deep Left Field with Mike Wilner

Toronto Star
Toronto Blue Jays
Joey Votto
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Houston Astros
MLB
No-Hitters
Justin Turner
Spring Training
Blue Jays
Kansas City Royals
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Colorado Rockies
Oakland Athletics
Major League Baseball
Kevin Gausman
Seattle Mariners
Josh Donaldson
George Springer
Shohei Ohtani
Bo Bichette

Longtime Toronto Blue Jays radio voice Mike Wilner hosts Deep Left Field, a baseball podcast from the Toronto Star. With great baseball coverage, opinion and analysis, Deep Left Field has everything you need to know about the Jays, specifically, and baseball in general.

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Latest Episodes

Guests: Blue Jays relievers Tyler Rogers and Chase Lee, shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala

This week in Deep Left Field, we dive into Canada's Pool A victory at the World Baseball Classic, the first time Team Canada has ever advanced beyond the first... more

Guests: Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Team Canada pitcher Michael Soroka, Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer Russell Martin

This week, Deep Left Field comes to you from spring training once again and we present an all-Canadian episod... more

Guest: Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman

In this special bonus episode of Deep Left Field, from Blue Jays' spring training in Dunedin, Florida, we look back at the ninth inning of Game 7 of the World Series with the man who was on the mound for the J... more

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Arjun Nimmala
Blue Jays top prospect, first big league camp attendee
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Meet some new Jays, plus Team Canada vs. Team U.S.A at the WBC
Tyler Rogers
Blue Jays reliever with submariner/slingshot arm style
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Meet some new Jays, plus Team Canada vs. Team U.S.A at the WBC
Chase Lee
Blue Jays reliever with sidearm delivery
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Meet some new Jays, plus Team Canada vs. Team U.S.A at the WBC
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
MLB player for the Dominican Republic World Baseball Classic team (all-Canadian episode subject)
Canada World Baseball Classic project
Episode: We go all Canadian from sunny Florida as the Jays continue spring training, plus we open the mailbag
Michael Soroka
Pitcher; Team Canada roster, healthy and ready for WBC
Team Canada/WBC
Episode: We go all Canadian from sunny Florida as the Jays continue spring training, plus we open the mailbag
Jeff Hoffman
Closer for the Toronto Blue Jays, reflecting on his career and challenges faced during playoffs.
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Jeff Hoffman reflects on Game 7, 'I had a chance to end it'
Alan Ashby
Former Blue Jays player and broadcaster
Episode: With spring training in full swing, we discuss how Kazuma Okamoto is looking, plus the mailbag
Devon White
Former center fielder for the Toronto Blue Jays, two-time World Series champion.
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Listen: The Class of 2026 Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame
Kate Psota
Star player on the Canadian women's national baseball team for 15 years.
Episode: Listen: The Class of 2026 Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame

Host

Mike Wilner
Host of Deep Left Field, delivering insights and personal reflections on baseball narratives, player dynamics, and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Sorry for your loss

    Thank you for sharing about this special man. And for the great work you do to feed our love of blue jays baseball! That 10-0 Red Sox comeback was epic! And I had no memory that the Junior Felix inside the park granny was the same weekend!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the cutting veg
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I found this podcast last off season, and it’s the first one I look for in my library. Mike is a thoughtful and intelligent commentator and tells the rest of the story while introducing us all to our Blue Jays. Thanks Mike, keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alanahsmom
    Canada3 months ago
  • My favourite baseball podcasts!

    Mike Wilner was always my favourite personality on the radio. Mike takes that same positive energy and logical insight into this awesome baseball podcast. Great guests (from on and off the field) to give listeners behind the scenes and in-depth insight you can’t get from short format interviews. I look forward to listening every week and have enjoyed each episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Consul
    Canada3 months ago
  • Jamie from Belleville

    Hey Mike. Loved your episode this week with Gregor and the President of the Canadian Professional Baseball League. You always have the best guests and cover topics we like to hear about. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yeozie
    Canada4 months ago
  • Love the Show

    I’ve been listening for a couple of years. Keep up the good work. You give us very informative interviews and information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rideau man
    Canada5 months ago

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Many fans commend the host's ability to connect emotionally with the audience while discussing the game of baseball.
Some feedback points to the host's perceived confrontational demeanor on social media, which may polarize some listeners.
Reviews highlight the podcast's honest commentary about the team's performance and management, resonating with long-time fans.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and personal anecdotes that make the episodes engaging and relatable.
The podcast features quality guest interviews that provide unique perspectives, adding depth to the discussions about the Blue Jays.

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#60
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#65
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#101
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Meet some new Jays, plus Team Canada vs. Team U.S.A at the WBC
Q: What was it like for Canada to advance to the second round of the World Baseball Classic, and what does it mean for their standing in international baseball?
Canada's late-stage advancement signaled a historic achievement for the program, elevating their profile and creating a fresh, competitive pathway against the U.S. in Houston, which could reshape expectations for Canadian baseball this decade.
We go all Canadian from sunny Florida as the Jays continue spring training, plus we open the mailbag
Q: What differences do you notice in spring training preparation for international competition compared to regular MLB preparations?
The guests discussed increased focus on readiness, the importance of game readiness in a short window, and leveraging veteran wisdom to prepare younger players for meaningful games.
We go all Canadian from sunny Florida as the Jays continue spring training, plus we open the mailbag
Q: How does it feel to represent Canada in the World Baseball Classic and to join so many fellow Canadians in this event?
Soroka and Martin described it as an honor and a source of pride, underscoring the family culture within Canadian baseball and the significance of the WBC for their careers.
We go all Canadian from sunny Florida as the Jays continue spring training, plus we open the mailbag
Q: What was your feeling about the idea of Vladdy doing a long-form interview in English this spring?
Vladdy explained it as a personal milestone and a sign of his growing comfort with English, which made the interview feel natural and special.
Jeff Hoffman reflects on Game 7, 'I had a chance to end it'
Q: How does the team recreate the magic of last season?
Hoffman believes it starts with the culture and relationships built in the clubhouse, which develop over time and bring confidence to the team.

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The podcast provides in-depth analysis and commentary on the Toronto Blue Jays and broader baseball narratives, with a focus on player dynamics, team strategies, and significant events in the league. Hosted by an experienced sports commentator, it features personal reflections, interviews with players and experts, and offers insights into the emotional aspects of being involved with the sport, particularly from a fan's perspective. Unique to this program are the personal narratives that intertwine with sports journalism, allowing listeners to connect emotionally while gaining factual insights about the game.

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Recent guests on Deep Left Field include:

1. Arjun Nimmala
2. Tyler Rogers
3. Chase Lee
4. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
5. Michael Soroka
6. Jeff Hoffman
7. Alan Ashby
8. Devon White

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