Episodes
Following the Blue Jays’ season-ending press conference, Ben offers his rapid-fire thoughts on the messaging from the front office (01:26), how to measure success for the Jays (12:36) and how they’ll approach free agency (17:39). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...
Published 10/04/24
The ‘24 season’s all but in the books, so Arden and Ben go big picture and look at some major September developments (06:36), the Jays’ pitching development (30:28) and which of their predictions went wrong (46:19). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do...
Published 09/27/24
Published 09/27/24
This week, Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the emergence of Bowden Francis (00:40), the big-picture questions facing the Blue Jays this winter (28:56), and how to fix the Toronto bullpen (1:07:34). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily...
Published 09/13/24
This week, Sam McKee joins Ben to discuss the biggest Blue Jays storylines including next steps for the front office (12:19), a possible Vlad Guerrero Jr. extension (26:30), and Bo Bichette’s future in Toronto (49:36). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Sam McKee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do...
Published 09/06/24
This week, Ben and Arden start with a discussion about the starting rotation – including Chris Bassitt’s comments (8:00). Plus, what’s next for Joey Votto (34:30) and a look at Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s growing leverage (47:20). Additional audio from the Chris Rose Rotation Podcast, Sportsnet, Sportsnet 590 The FAN. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions...
Published 08/21/24
A new-look Blue Jays team is emerging. Arden and Ben start with a look at new hitters like Will Wagner (05:39) before putting Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s season in perspective (31:39) and discussing next steps for veteran pitchers (47:22). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...
Published 08/15/24
After eight deadline deals, Arden and Ben have a lot to discuss. They start with a look at who the Blue Jays got (11:55), before asking whether they could have done even more (32:31) and establishing realistic expectations (41:35). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...
Published 08/02/24
With less than a week remaining before the trade deadline, Arden and Ben discuss the Blue Jays’ approach to trades (00:20) and the status of GM Ross Atkins (15:12). Plus, a player-by-player look at who could move (26:18). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests...
Published 07/25/24
This week, we zoom out a bit as Ben wonders: have the Blue Jays drafted well? Bo Bichette was a great pick (02:14) but since then, the Blue Jays have struggled (09:52) and the repercussions have been massive (21:00). Contact us: [email protected] Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily...
Published 07/11/24
It’s time to set a summer strategy. Ben and Arden start by discussing the Blue Jays’ best approach to the trade deadline (4:46) before touching on some issues in the bullpen (28:10) and what’s next for Bo Bichette (40:59). Contact us: [email protected] Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those...
Published 07/03/24
The way things are going, it’s time to look ahead to 2025. Ben and Arden start with a big-picture look at the franchise (00:34) before discussing Orelvis Martinez’ suspension (19:05) and the vibe around the Blue Jays (25:25). Contact us: [email protected] Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...
Published 06/28/24
First it was Barger and Horwitz, now Orelvis Martinez is up, too. This week Ben and Arden discuss the Jays’ recent plateau (00:26), where they’d have to be to justify buying (21:06) and the state of the depleted Jays bullpen (42:04). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...
Published 06/20/24
The Blue Jays are below .500, but they’re still in the Wild Card mix (07:58). Ben and Arden discuss the Spencer Horwitz promotion  (34:43), how much patience veteran hitters deserve (45:29) and the open fifth rotation spot (55:26). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...
Published 06/12/24
Two months in, the Blue Jays are looking way up at MLB’s elite teams. Arden and Ben break down the team’s playoff chances (11:36), Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s move to third (26:00) and some big pitching questions (42:35). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the...
Published 06/04/24
The Blue Jays are hitting again, but they have real questions elsewhere (3:40). Ben and Arden start with a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (11:24), before discussing Alek Manoah’s health (25:18) and the state of the bullpen (33:06). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are...
Published 05/30/24
The home run jacket. The trade deadline. Steward Berroa. Arden and Ben cover big topics on this week’s ATL, breaking down the Jays’ struggling bats (07:44) and deadline options (36:44) before giving the rotation some credit (50:35).
Published 05/24/24
Big picture, the Blue Jays have some big looming questions (00:19). Arden and Ben break down the team’s upcoming schedule (09:52) before giving Yimi Garcia some credit (23:47) and wondering what’s next for Alek Manoah (35:20).
Published 05/17/24
Coming off a challenging road trip, Ben and Arden get into how the next several weeks could impact Toronto’s strategy at the trade deadline (01:49), some short-term adjustments the club could make, (30:39) and Alek Manoah’s return (56:19). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the...
Published 05/10/24
The Blue Jays can’t score and it’s costing them. On this week’s episode, Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the state of the offence (00:31) and pitching (35:06), the possibility of trades (53:17) and where it will all lead this summer (1:08:00). Contact us: [email protected] Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of...
Published 05/03/24
It’s never quiet with the Blue Jays. On this week’s episode, Arden and Ben discuss a costly mistake by their first baseman (00:52) plus the possibility of lineup changes (14:24) and the state of the team’s pitching (24:51). Contact us: [email protected] Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests...
Published 04/25/24
A few more homers would solve a lot for this team. Arden and Ben start by discussing  the Blue Jays’ recent bullpen decisions (00:20) before giving the rotation some credit (32:47) and trying to make sense of the lineup (41:06). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...
Published 04/19/24
Two steps forward, one step back. The Blue Jays have some reinforcements coming (10:05) but there are real questions in their bullpen (18:30). Plus, Arden and Ben discuss John Schneider after he got booed at home (48:24). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Sho Alli and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: [email protected] Audio Credits: MiLB.com, Sportsnet 590 The FAN, Sportsnet. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of...
Published 04/12/24
Well, it’s been quite a week. From no-hitters to late comebacks, Arden and Ben break down everything on the Blue Jays starting with their pitching (11:09) before assessing their bats (36:31) and some defensive decisions (54:56). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...
Published 04/04/24
With the 2024 season about to begin, Arden and Ben start with the latest news out of Blue Jays camp (00:39) before discussing  the high stakes for the coming season (38:07) and whether the team has enough bats (53:02). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: [email protected] This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and...
Published 03/27/24