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7th Inning Stretch Podcast #20 – Offseason Blues
We’re back! In the first episode of 2017, Matt & Asher discuss the fallout of Edwin Encarnacion signing with Cleveland. Is Jose Bautista a fit to return to Toronto? If not, who replaces him in the outfield? And of course, we have to see if you can Name That Jay. Don’t forget you can subscribe…
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7th Inning Stretch Podcast #19: Cleveland Rocks–Not! (ALCS Preview)
As the Blue Jays move on, so do Matt & Asher to preview the ALCS against Cleveland from every angle. Joining them is MLB.com associate Blue Jays reporter Alykhan Ravjiani. He discusses challenges presented by the Clevelanders, how the Blue Jays can find success, and reveals his favourite personalities inside the clubhouse. Plus, Name That…
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Bases Loaded: Keys for Blue Jays in Game 3
Given the way the Blue Jays played over the final two weeks of the regular season, it seemed highly unlilely they’d be able to come home from Texas up 2-0 in their American League Division Series against the Rangers. Many fans would have been happy with a split, given the daunting task of facing Cole…
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #18 – Let’s Mess With Texas
Right after Toronto’s massive 10-1 victory over Texas in Game 1 of the ALDS, Asher & Matt are joined by old pal Peter Houston to recap the torrid start to the postseason, look ahead to the upcoming DS games, and wax philosophical and political about what’s wrong with the crowd culture at the SkyDome.
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Let’s Mess With Texas
We’re currently under three hours from first pitch in The Rematch of the Century between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Texas Rangers in the American League Division Series, so now seems like an appropriate time to scatter about some thoughts on the upcoming five-game set.
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #17: Wild Thing
Playoffs!!!!1! Matt & Asher tee you up for everything you need to know about the Blue Jays Wild Card playoff game against the Baltimore Orioles. Is Stroman over Liriano the right call? Carrera a guaranteed starter? What to make of the struggling bullpen? And Name That Bird! (Guys who have played for both the Blue…
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #16: Septemberphobia
Matt and Asher look ahead to the final 23 games of the season, and advise whether it’s time to hit the Panic Button or the Simmer Switch. What are the X-factors heading into this weekend’s massive series against the Red Sox? Plus, a little rant about how to deal with a loss on social media.…
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #15: Dioner Another Day
As Dioner Navarro returns for a second tour of duty for the Blue Jays, Asher & Matt speculate how he and Russell Martin might be used down the stretch. With the team close to full health, what is the ideal lineup? The Joey Votto Homecoming rumours continue to swirl, but is he actually a fit…
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #14: First Place
After another series win in the Bronx, Matt & Asher discuss what improvements, if any, the Blue Jays need to make down the stretch to remain in first place. Where do J.A. Happ, Marco Estrada & Aaron Sanchez stand in the Cy Young race? How about Edwin Encarnacion & Josh Donaldson for MVP? And things…
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The 7th Inning Stretch Podcast #13: The Vale of Aaron
We’ve made it to a baker’s dozen of podcast episodes! It’s our first ever (unintentional) two-day episode! Started Thursday night with a debate on the State of the Sanchize, and due to a Bell internet outage, concluded Friday with an evaluation of the Blue Jays moves at the trade deadline. And, of course, Name That Jay.
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