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Toronto Star
Toronto Blue Jays
Major League Baseball
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Blue Jays
World Series
Los Angeles Dodgers
Baseball
New York Yankees
Bo Bichette
American League East
George Springer
World Baseball Classic
Boston Red Sox
MLB
Alejandro Kirk
Spring Training
Canadian Baseball Hall Of Fame
Bowden Francis
Max Scherzer
New York Mets

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 MVP and Pitcher of the Year; Chicago White Sox outfielder Tristan Peters

This week in Deep Left Field, we pay tribute to the late, great Larry Millson, then begin our reveal of the winners of the Blue Jays 2026 Awards as voted on... more

This week in Deep Left Field, we dive into the end-of-season post-mortems held by Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro and general manager Ross Atkins on Wednesday. We break down what Shapiro had to say about his feelings watching the heart-warming final... more

Guests: Blue Jays outfielder George Springer, pitcher Max Scherzer, catcher Brandon Valenzuela, associate manager DeMarlo Hale

This special bonus episode of Deep Left Field comes to you as the Blue Jays wrap up what's been a frustrating and disapp... more

Guest: Toronto Star baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm

This week in Deep Left Field, the Blue Jays playoff dreams have been extinguished.

What looked only a couple of weeks ago like a team that had another playoff run in it has limped to the fini... more

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Mark Shapiro
Blue Jays president
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: What went wrong — Shapiro and Atkins on the Jays' disastrous 2026 season
Ross Atkins
Blue Jays general manager
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: What went wrong — Shapiro and Atkins on the Jays' disastrous 2026 season
Josh Stephan
Pitcher acquired from the Texas Rangers in the Josh Smith trade
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: The Blue Jays are down to nine games, farm report with Trey Yesavage and new pitcher Josh Stephan
Carlos Delgado
Former Blue Jays slugger, Hall of Excellence inductee
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: The Blue Jays' playoff race: breaking down the AL standings, plus Carlos Delgado on the Hall of Excellence
Jameson Taillon
Starting pitcher for the Blue Jays, veteran starter returning from IL
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: The Blue Jays are within half a game of a playoff spot
Sean Keys
September call-up outfielder/infielder, contributing bat
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: The Blue Jays are within half a game of a playoff spot
Paul Sewald
Relief pitcher, closer/experienced closer from Arizona, now with Jays
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: The Blue Jays are within half a game of a playoff spot
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Actor known for Kim's Convenience and The Mandalorian
Actor (Kim's Convenience, The Mandalorian)
Episode: Paul Lee talks Blue Jays playoff push, and the Jesus Sanchez experience
Joey Votto
Etobicoke native with a Hall of Fame-caliber career, broadcaster for NBC Sunday Night Baseball
NBC Sports
Episode: Joey Votto on greatness (and what's wrong with Vladdy), Gimenez on clutch moments, and the Blue Jays' playoff push

Host

Mike Wilner
Host of the show, longtime Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster, writer for the Toronto Star

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Jamie from Belleville

    Hey Mike. Great final regular season episode Mike. Can’t wait to listen to you every week in the off season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yeozie
    Canada16 days ago
  • Not for those with a deep understanding of the game

    Mike isn’t strong on the finer points of baseball. Often this leads to him relying on his fandom for the Jays to take over and drive topics of discussion. However, if you just want to listen to some lively baseball discussion without much substance you could do a lot worse that this podcast. It’s worth a listen once in a while.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dude of truth
    Canada2 months ago
  • Go Blue Jays!

    As a new Blue Jays follower (I don’t think I’ve the right to call myself a fan yet) I really enjoyed this podcast. I’m new to baseball so don’t truly understand all the rules of the game yet but enjoying learning of these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gjd1899
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 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
    Canada8 months 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
    Canada9 months ago

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Thoughtful, balanced baseball journalism with behind-the-scenes access.

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#11
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#56
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#232
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#10
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#98
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#232
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The Blue Jays' emotional final game with Max Scherzer and George Springer
Q: What was it like to catch Max Scherzer on Sunday?
Valenzuela described it as an incredible, unbelievable experience, emphasizing the high level of effort Scherzer displayed and the special moment of working with him on a historic day.
From contenders to eliminated: what went wrong with the Blue Jays
Q: Was Vlad Jr.'s viral comment a major factor in the season's perception?
Yes, the comments crystallized fan frustration and created a narrative of disconnect between a star and the organization, even though the underlying issues were broader and rooted in performance and roster structure.
From contenders to eliminated: what went wrong with the Blue Jays
Q: What went wrong in September and how did it derail their playoff chances?
The pitching wore down and the offense fell back into its earlier struggles, with aging dynamics and injuries amplifying the losses; Vlad Jr. also underperformed relative to his peak, and Cease's fatigue exposed a fragile rotation.
The Blue Jays are down to nine games, farm report with Trey Yesavage and new pitcher Josh Stephan
Q: What was the most challenging part of coming back and getting back into a mound situation?
Command and feel are the key hurdles; getting everything working from the get-go and tightening the slider as I build consistency.
The Blue Jays are down to nine games, farm report with Trey Yesavage and new pitcher Josh Stephan
Q: How did you feel physically out there today?
I felt great, like nothing had happened; the knee responded well and I wouldn't be surprised if this is a step toward getting back to the big leagues.

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A long-running baseball show anchored by a seasoned Toronto broadcaster, blending sharp analysis, insider perspectives, and personal Toronto anecdotes with a strong emphasis on the Blue Jays' season, trades, and clubhouse dynamics. Episodes routinely feature former players, coaches, journalists, and Canadian baseball figures, offering behind-the-scenes context, historical remembrance, and practical takeaways for fans and industry listeners alike. A standout aspect is the host's willingness to challenge front-office decisions while maintaining accessible storytelling and a deep love for the game, plus a steady stream of exclusive guest conversations that provide unique angles not often found in traditional broadcasts.

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