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Blair & Barker

Sportsnet
Toronto Blue Jays
Major League Baseball
Alek Manoah
Spring Training
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Blue Jays
Matt Chapman
Don Mattingly
John Schneider
New York Yankees
George Springer
Jose Berrios
American League East
Cody Bellinger
Philadelphia Phillies
Alejandro Kirk
Vlad Guerrero Jr.
Buck Martinez
Pitch Mechanics
Hazel Mae

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker talk all things Blue Jays and MLB. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 4-6 PM ET during the baseball season.

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Latest Episodes

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome Hall of Famer Chipper Jones to kick off the final hour of the week. He discusses the potential impacts of the Jays' 5-day layoff, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can be a 'tough out,' the key to managing playoff nerves, ... more

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker chat about the New York Yankees advancing to the ALDS over the Boston Red Sox, locking in a date against the Blue Jays. They get into New York's pitching, including Cam Schlittler's 12-strikeout masterpiece in Game 3, what... more

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Apple TV & MLB Network analyst Ryan Spilborghs (0:58) to share some thoughts on the Wild Card thus far. He weighs in on the Dodgers' decision to start Shohei Ohtani in Game 1 against the Phillies in the NLDS,... more

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker begin their discussions on the New York Yankees tying the Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers punching their ticket to the NLDS over the Cincinnati Reds and Shohei Ohtani making the start for G... more

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Recent Guests

Chipper Jones
Baseball Hall of Fame inductee and two-time World Series champion.
Episode: Getting Set for Game 1 with Chipper Jones & Joe Davis
Joe Davis
Play-by-play announcer for MLB on Fox and the Dodgers.
Fox Sports
Episode: Getting Set for Game 1 with Chipper Jones & Joe Davis
Manny Acta
Bench Coach for the Seattle Mariners and former MLB Manager
Seattle Mariners
Episode: Maximizing October with Mark Buehrle
Mark Buehrle
Four-time MLB All-Star and World Series Champion
Chicago White Sox, Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Maximizing October with Mark Buehrle
Bronson Arroyo
Former MLB pitcher and musician
Former member of the Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox
Episode: Playoff Pitching with Bronson Arroyo + Passan's Wild Card Impressions
Tarik Skubal
Pitcher for the Detroit Tigers with a notable playoff performance.
Detroit Tigers
Episode: Postseason Baseball is Underway!
Marco Estrada
Former MLB pitcher, known for his time with the Blue Jays and key performances in the 2015 playoffs.
Blue Jays
Episode: Win or Go Home Pitching with Marco Estrada
Mike Cameron
Former outfielder with the Mariners and special assignment coach.
Seattle Mariners
Episode: Concern Level Assessment + Berríos Sent to the IL
Doug Glanville
MLB analyst with ESPN
ESPN
Episode: AL East Crunch + ABS Specifics with Jeff Passan

Hosts

Jeff Blair
Co-host of the show, seasoned sports journalist with extensive experience in covering baseball and providing analytical commentary.
Kevin Barker
Co-host of the show, former professional baseball player and sports analyst who provides a player's perspective on current games and player performance.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Review

    I am an avid, daily listener. This show is fantastic. I have learned a ton, not only about the Blue Jays, but about baseball. The guests are great and very knowledgeable. I love the dynamic between Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker, and I regularly laugh out loud. I recommend this show to all baseball fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queen Commissioner
    Canada25 days ago
  • Great show!

    Jeff and Kevin are amazing together! What an entertaining duo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DTcalgary1
    Canadaa month ago
  • The Best

    Easy listen whether the Jays win or lose. Love the analysis and banter. Keep it up guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shizawn9415
    United States3 months ago
  • Big mouth Blair

    Barker knows his baseball and Blair doesn’t. Blair needs to be replaced. Clearly is too old now and is out of his element. Retirement time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    rgibsh
    Canada3 months ago
  • Barker Bias

    Why does Blair hate Kirkie so much? His venomous comments are unworthy.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Giacomo Mario
    Canada4 months ago

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Overall, the show is praised for being informative and engaging for Blue Jays fans.
Many enjoy the depth of analysis and insights provided by expert guests.
Listeners appreciate the dynamic between Jeff and Kevin, highlighting their chemistry and entertaining banter.
A few express frustration with moments of overlapping conversation, suggesting it can dilute the clarity of discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#53
United States/Sports/Baseball
Spotify
#191
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#45
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#1
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#5
Canada/Sports

Talking Points

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Win or Go Home Pitching with Marco Estrada
Q: How do you handle the time off leading up to the playoffs?
Enjoy the moment of winning the division and prepare mentally without rushing to the next phase.
Win or Go Home Pitching with Marco Estrada
Q: What would you say to a guy on the verge of making his first postseason start?
Stay calm and don't try to do too much, you're there for a reason.
ALDS: Blue Jays vs. Yankees
Q: Did we learn anything from the Yankees series against the Red Sox?
Hunter felt that the Yankees showed a bit more passion and energy than usual, indicating they are playing good baseball.
ALDS: Blue Jays vs. Yankees
Q: Hunter, who is this five-day layoff going to affect more? Hitters or pitchers?
Hunter believes it will affect hitters more, citing timing and rhythm as crucial factors during the playoffs.
Blue Jays' Postseason Expectations with Dan Shulman
Q: What are your expectations for Vladdy going into the postseason?
John Schneider thinks that Vladdy has a really good mindset and is one of the most talented players in the game, capable of stepping up in crucial moments.

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The discussions primarily focus on Major League Baseball, with special emphasis on the Toronto Blue Jays. Topics range from critical insights on player performances and strategies to lively debates on team dynamics, particularly during key matchups and playoff conditions. The combination of expert analysis from hosts Jeff Blair, a seasoned sports journalist, and Kevin Barker, a former player, creates a unique blend of informative and entertaining commentary that resonates with passionate baseball fans. Notably, the inclusion of various expert guests from the baseball industry enhances the depth of analysis and provides listeners with insider perspectives on both the Blue Jays and the broader league landscape.

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1. Chipper Jones
2. Joe Davis
3. Manny Acta
4. Mark Buehrle
5. Bronson Arroyo
6. Tarik Skubal
7. Marco Estrada
8. Mike Cameron

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