Section 138: A Toronto Blue Jays podcast
294 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA Toronto Blue Jays podcast. New episodes after every series, hosted by Mark Colley, Bryson Posa and Jacob Kauc.
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Episodes
Does missing out on Lindor actually help the Blue Jays? (Ep. 99)
January 09, 2021 19:23 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThe New York Mets have officially traded for Francisco Lindor, taking him off the table for the Toronto Blue Jays to acquire. But could this actually help Toronto in the market for DJ LeMahieu and George Springer? Why is Marcus Stroman so mad at the Blue Jays for not getting Lindor? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss MLB.com's bold 2021 predictions (or, in the words of Bryson, "BOLD"). Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: "San Francisco (You've Got Me)," Village People.
Is not signing Ha-Seong Kim a huge mistake? (Ep. 98)
December 29, 2020 23:31 - 54 minutes - 55.4 MBThe Toronto Blue Jays have officially missed out on Korean star Ha-Seong Kim, reportedly because they refused to ensure he wouldn't be sent to the minors. Is that a huge mistake? Why is watching the San Diego Padres make all these moves so frustrating? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also reflect on 2020 and make predictions for 2021. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: "2021," Vampire Weekend.
Should Vladdy move back to third? (Ep. 97)
December 20, 2020 01:09 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBVladimir Guerrero Jr. has lost weight and is showing off in the Dominican Winter League. Should the Toronto Blue Jays move him back to third base? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss delaying the start of the season to vaccinate players and Cleveland's name change. EZ Private Pitching Clinics is offering virtual clinics that allow you to work on all baseball skills, strength and conditioning, fitness and more. Learn more by emailing [email protected] or visiting ezprivatepitc...
Will the Blue Jays end up panic buying this offseason? (Ep. 96)
December 13, 2020 19:14 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBWith the offseason moving at a snail's pace, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss how the Toronto Blue Jays might get screwed over if they don't sign someone soon. They also discuss the ramifications of James McCann signing with the New York Mets, minor league realignment, Josh Thole as Mike Wilner's replacement, and the Tampa Bay Rays moving to Montreal... again.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Dirty Hands," grandson.
Would you trade Gurriel for Francisco Lindor? (Ep. 95)
December 08, 2020 01:45 - 42 minutes - 40.6 MBThe Toronto Blue Jays are back in the news with Francisco Lindor, this time with an added player: Lourdes Gurriel Jr., who Cleveland "would love" to get in a trade. Would you make a Lindor for Gurriel trade? Without a guaranteed contract extension, should the Blue Jays even entertain this deal? We also discuss the Blue Jays non-tendering AJ Cole and Travis Shaw, and other names they've been connected to this week: Marcell Ozuna, Jean Segura and Mike Fiers.Follow @section138pod on Instagram an...
Should the Blue Jays ditch the Rogers Centre? (Ep. 94)
November 29, 2020 19:02 - 56 minutes - 56.4 MBThis week, we got the biggest bombshell in years: Rogers wants to demolish the Rogers Centre and replace it with a new, baseball-only stadium. Why are fans so upset with this news? What are the sticking points in the process? Where will the Blue Jays play while the new stadium is built?We'll discuss that, along with the names Toronto has been interested in: Michael Brantley, Justin Turner, Garrett Richards, Brad Hand and JT Realmuto. Plus, why are Toronto fans thinking the team won't do anyth...
Is the third time the charm with J.A. Happ? (Ep. 93)
November 22, 2020 20:56 - 53 minutes - 50.1 MBHapp's back... back again... The Toronto Blue Jays are once again interested in J.A. Happ, putting a third stint with the Blue Jays in play after six years already spent in Toronto. We unpack that news, plus some of the other names Toronto was connected to this week: DJ LeMahieu and Kolten Wong. We then discuss whether Mark Buehrle will make the Hall of Fame and do Over/Under on 2021 projections.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Without Me," Eminem.
Will this be Toronto’s busiest offseason ever? (Ep. 92)
November 17, 2020 16:55 - 59 minutes - 57.7 MBWith Ross Atkins talking up a storm about high-impact players, will this be the Toronto Blue Jays' busiest and most aggressive offseason ever? We discuss that, plus banter about all of the names Toronto has been mentioned with -- Jake Odorizzi, Francisco Lindor, Trevor Bauer, Jackie Bradley Jr. and George Springer.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "One Piece at a Time," Johnny Cash.
Is Teoscar Hernández the next Jose Bautista? (Ep. 91)
November 07, 2020 23:07 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBTake a moment. Celebrate the good news coming out of the US and take a moment to disconnect from politics by listening to our latest episode on the Toronto Blue Jays! We talk Vladimir Guerrero Jr. losing weight, Charlie Montoyo's Manager of the Year finalist pick, Teoscar Hernández's Silver Slugger award and more.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Always," The Snuts.
Does Mark Shapiro deserve to stay with the Blue Jays?
October 24, 2020 19:44 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBAfter five years, Mark Shapiro's contract with the Toronto Blue Jays has run out. Should the Blue Jays re-sign him or go a different direction? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss the loss of the Vancouver Canadians and whether Trevor Bauer is too much of a clubhouse problem to sign.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Troublemaker," Weezer.
Should the Blue Jays acquire Francisco Lindor? (Ep. 89)
October 14, 2020 04:27 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBWith rumours of a Francisco Lindor trade floating out of Cleveland, the crew asks the question: Should the Toronto Blue Jays acquire him? They also discuss the Blue Jays' TV viewership from 2020, which increased by more than 20 percent from last year, and evaluate the semi-bubble season and what comes next for owner-player labour relations.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "San Francisco," Scott McKenzie.
What’s next for the Blue Jays? (Ep. 88)
October 03, 2020 18:36 - 52 minutes - 50.5 MBAn incredible season for the Toronto Blue Jays came to a disappointing end, but there's still so many positives to look back on. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the successes and failures from a season like none other, and what comes next for the Blue Jays. Do they get a "super high impact" player this offseason? Which of the departing free agents do they re-sign? Will they release Tanner Roark?Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Leaving on a Jet Plane," John Denver.
Postseason Preview: 5th or 8th seed, Ryu or Walker (Ep. 87)
September 26, 2020 22:51 - 57 minutes - 58.2 MBCLINCHED! With the Toronto Blue Jays in the postseason, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss whether the team can overtake the New York Yankees for the fifth seed, or if it would be better to face the Rays. They also discuss whether Hyun-jin Ryu or Taijuan Walker will start game one, and how Charlie Montoyo will split up playing time for Danny Jansen and Alejandro Kirk. Lastly, the crew makes their final predictions for the ALWC.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Thunderstruck,"...
Why are the Blue Jays collapsing? (Ep. 86)
September 21, 2020 02:27 - 55 minutes - 53.2 MBThe Toronto Blue Jays have fallen apart, but are somehow still in line for a postseason spot. Mark, Bryson and Jacob analyze the decisions that have led to where we are today and whether it will hurt them at all in the postseason race.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Clumsy," All Time Low.
Could Charlie Montoyo win Manager of the Year? (Ep. 85)
September 13, 2020 20:14 - 56 minutes - 58.8 MBHe's made so many mistakes this season, but could Charlie Montoyo still win AL Manager of the Year? Mark, Bryson and Jacob talk about the Toronto Blue Jays manager's chances, along with his more recent decisions to pull pitchers early.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Seasons," The Snuts.
How are the Blue Jays so bad yet so good? (Ep. 84)
September 05, 2020 23:16 - 51 minutes - 53.7 MBDespite making so many stupid mistakes, the Toronto Blue Jays are almost guaranteed to make the postseason. How on earth is that possible? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also talk the trade deadline: Did the Blue Jays accomplish what they had to? Were they too aggressive? Is the sentiment on Shapiro and Atkins changing?Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "You Shook Me All Night Long," AC/DC.
Why boycotting games matters (Ep. 83)
August 29, 2020 15:38 - 59 minutes - 60.1 MBAs the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and teams across North America strike their games to protest police brutality and social injustice, there's been an influx of criticism saying that the protests don't matter. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss why boycotting games is important, and what still needs to be done to ensure Black Lives Matter.The trio also discuss Taijuan Walker and the Blue Jays approach before the trade deadline on Monday, plus discussion about Hyun-jin Ryu's dominance in Aug...
Why on earth did the Blue Jays acquire Daniel Vogelbach? (Ep. 82)
August 25, 2020 01:43 - 49 minutes - 51.1 MBThe Toronto Blue Jays have officially jumped into the trade market, but it's not what you would expect -- and it's not what the Blue Jays need. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss Toronto's increased postseason odds, their worn down pitching and the undeniable need for starters.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Big Train," The RTTs.
Blue Jays Mailbag: Fundamentals, offseason picks, future starters (Ep. 81)
August 15, 2020 01:33 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBYou had questions, and we have answers. After recapping a wild week in Toronto Blue Jays baseball, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss why the Blue Jays are struggling with the fundamentals, who we want to see Toronto acquire this offseason, future rotation pieces, and more.To stay up to date with our podcast -- including when our next mailbag is -- follow us @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Box Full of Letters," Wilco.
Will Vladdy ever live up to the hype? (Ep. 80)
August 08, 2020 20:45 - 43 minutes - 45.1 MBThe Toronto Blue Jays are last in baseball in runs per game, and it will cost us a chance at the postseason. So what gives? Is Vladimir Guerrero Jr. the root of the woes? Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss whether Baseball Reference's 50% postseason probability is too high.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @section138pod.Music: "Signed, Sealed Delivered (I'm Yours)," Stevie Wonder.
Is it time to fire Charlie Montoyo? (Ep. 79)
August 01, 2020 19:20 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBAnswer: No. At least, not yet. But we're incredibly frustrated with some of his early-season decisions. Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss the Miami Marlins and the fate of the 2020 season and our thoughts on the new rules.Follow @section138pod on Twitter and InstagramMusic: "American Eulogy," Green Day.
What in the Gaviglio? (Ep. 78)
July 26, 2020 19:03 - 54 minutes - 58.6 MBMark and Bryson deconstruct Charlie Montoyo's questionable choice to go with Sam Gaviglio. Was there really no alternative? We consider the potential positives and negatives of playing in Buffalo, and re-analyze whether the Toronto Blue Jays will make the postseason with six more spots available. Lastly, we touch on the upcoming roster crunch for Ross Atkins.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "The Bomb," Pigeon John.
Intra-pod Season Preview (Ep. 77)
July 18, 2020 18:35 - 1 hour - 63 MBWith two intrasquad games under our belts, we look at what we've learned so far in summer camp and preview what is to come in the regular season for the Toronto Blue Jays -- including our guess of the win-loss record, team MVP and breakout player of the year.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Cheap Seats," Alabama.
750,000 reasons why Travis Shaw is wrong (Ep. 76)
July 11, 2020 17:47 - 52 minutes - 51.8 MBA $750,000 fine and possible jail time for leaving the Rogers Centre? It's necessary. Despite the Twitter outbursts from Travis Shaw, Randal Grichuk and Marcus Stroman, the crew fully supports the punishments for Blue Jays players who break quarantine. Mark, Bryson and Jacob also discuss why the Blue Jays moved Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to first base and the oddity of releasing the 2021 schedule now.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "All By Myself," Eric Carmen.
Cardboard baseball (Ep. 75)
July 04, 2020 19:20 - 51 minutes - 56.3 MBThe Blue Jays are officially heading to Toronto for summer camp, but what about the regular season? Mark and Bryson take a look at some of the creative approaches to training and games being taken around the league, including cardboard fans. That, plus season predictions.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Cold, Cold Toronto," Trooper.
BASEBALL IS BACK (Ep. 74)
June 27, 2020 01:58 - 48 minutes - 48 MBEnough said.Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Portals," from Avengers: Endgame.
Should we even play baseball this year? (Ep. 73)
June 22, 2020 02:01 - 51 minutes - 54.4 MBAfter the Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies had symptomatic players and shut down their spring training facilities, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the ethical concerns of playing baseball and return to the age-old question: Is it even safe to play baseball? There's also the possibility of the Blue Jays playing home games at Tropicana Field, which would make Mark barf. Also discussed: The Long Gone Summer.Music: "Elephants," The Snuts.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @section138po...
Baseball is dead (Ep. 72)
June 16, 2020 02:14 - 44 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this emergency podcast, Mark, Bryson and Jacob react to the kamikaze comments from Rob Manfred that are ruining any chance of baseball returning in 2020 -- and the future of the sport as we know it. Petition to remove Rob Manfred as commissioner: www.change.org/p/major-league-baseball-remove-rob-manfred-as-acting-commissioner-of-mlb. Music: "I Don't Care Anymore," Phil Collins.
The Aston Martin of baseball (Ep. 71)
June 13, 2020 21:52 - 53 minutes - 51.7 MBMark, Bryson and Jacob are joined by Nathan from @bluejaysprospects on Instagram to break down the Toronto Blue Jays' draft. Namely, the upset of getting Austin Martin at #5. They also discuss the Yankees' emerging sign stealing scandal and the blood-boiling frustration of the owners and players.Music: "The Big Draft," The Four Preps.
Road trip to Texas (Ep. 70)
June 06, 2020 19:03 - 53 minutes - 54.3 MBWith stadiums in Texas open to 50 percent capacity, Jacob, Bryson and Mark discuss the prospect of a road trip to Houston and Arlington to see the Astros and Rangers -- even if the Toronto Blue Jays won't play there this season. Also discussed: The amateur draft this Wednesday and the lingering stalemate between the owners and players. Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter. Music: "All My Ex's Live In Texas," George Strait.
Players as property: An interview with Chris Rowley on treatment of minor leaguers (Ep. 69)
May 30, 2020 19:50 - 55 minutes - 44.7 MBFormer Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Chris Rowley joins the show to talk about the horrible treatment of minor leaguers during this pandemic. He reveals that his friend received a text from a team that said he was their "property" amid a wider picture of selfishness and unethical conduct by MLB owners. You don't want to miss this interview.Follow @section138pod on Twitter and Instagram to stay updated when new episodes are released.Music: "Summer of '69," Bryan Adams.
What this year could mean for the Blue Jays (Ep. 68)
May 23, 2020 18:46 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBWe've talked for weeks about MLB and the MLBPA, but what does all of this mean for the Blue Jays? How might postseason restructuring, service time issues and the draft affect Toronto for years to come?Follow @section138pod on Instagram and Twitter.Music: "Rookies of the Future," The Alchemist, Riff-Raff, Action Bronson.
This baseball war could get nasty (Ep. 67)
May 16, 2020 19:52 - 57 minutes - 54 MBTensions between the owners and the players are running high. Mark, Bryson and Jacob are joined by Rob and Moe of the Jays Banter podcast to debate who's right and wrong in this wild revenue war.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @section138pod.Music: "You Can't Always Get What You Want," The Rolling Stones.
A chat with prospect Kevin Smith (Ep. 66)
May 09, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 25.1 MBMark sits down with top Toronto Blue Jays prospect Kevin Smith to discuss baseball in the age of COVID-19, his 2019 season and shotgunning Red Bulls before the game.Music: "Fatboy Slim," The Snuts.
We don’t need another plan (Ep. 65)
May 04, 2020 13:25 - 29 minutes - 30.2 MBMLB needs to stop making up new plans; they need to decide on one and put it into action. That, plus more discussion from Mark, Bryson and Jacob.Music: "I Want to Know Your Plans," Say Anything.
The Red Sox are hiding something (Ep. 64)
April 26, 2020 03:40 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBMajor League Baseball's just-announced punishment of the Boston Red Sox is confounding and laughable, to say the least. Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss that, plus MLB's three-state plan, the model that the NFL draft provides for baseball, and how good The Last Dance is.Have an idea for a future discussion? DM Mark on Instagram: @360bluejaynews. While you're at it, follow @360bluejaynews to watch Mark's new video series, 5 in 5.Also, check out Trivia Night on @360bluejaynews' Instagram Live, Tu...
A dive into the archives (Ep. 63)
April 18, 2020 20:37 - 40 minutes - 39.5 MBWith nothing else to talk about, Mark, Bryson and Jacob discuss the 2015 and 2016 Blue Jays and dive into one a never-before-heard keystone of Section 138 history. Note: There are some glitches with Mark's audio. Music: "Nostalgia," Buzzcocks.
What the hell, David Wells? (Ep. 62)
April 11, 2020 18:01 - 35 minutes - 35.4 MBMark, Bryson and (finally) Jacob talk about David Wells' trash talking the Blue Jays, the Arizona Plan and what re-aligned leagues could look like. Music: "Arizona," Mark Lindsay.
Just move Major League Baseball to Korea (Ep. 61)
April 04, 2020 21:40 - 21 minutes - 23.3 MBMark and Bryson bounce wild ideas off the wall about how to play this season, including moving MLB to Korea. Music: "Once in a Lifetime," Talking Heads.
Grasping at straws (Ep. 60)
March 29, 2020 23:58 - 37 minutes - 38.3 MBMark and Bryson... are running out of things to talk about. Listen as they lose their minds (and talk about the new service time agreement). Music: "The Greatest," Kenny Rogers.
Don’t stand so close to me (Ep. 59)
March 20, 2020 17:59 - 34 minutes - 37.3 MBMark, Bryson and special guest Peter talk about how much life has changed in the past week and what the timeframe for the start of the season might look like. Also discussed: Chris Sale's Tommy John surgery and minor league salaries. Music: "Don't Stand So Close To Me," The Police.
COVID-19 Emergency Podcast (Ep. 58)
March 12, 2020 20:34 - 36 minutes - 41.5 MBThis can't be happening. Mark and Bryson talk about the cancellation of spring training and postponement of Opening Day, and everything that goes with the historical suspension of professional sports as we know it. Music: "Radioactive," Imagine Dragons.
Moving Cavan Biggio makes no sense (Ep. 57)
March 01, 2020 22:49 - 50 minutes - 52.3 MBMark, Bryson and Jacob talk about a handful of stupid things, including the plan to put Cavan Biggio in the outfield and the new MLB.TV blackouts. Plus, some banter about Toronto's first week of baseball. Music: "Years in the Making," The Arkells
McGuire was just dancing by himself (Ep. 56)
February 18, 2020 00:47 - 54 minutes - 57.6 MBBryson laughs at Jacob for what he had to say about Reese McGuire's... situation. Also: Even more Astros talk and spring training banter. Music: "Dancing With Myself," Billy Idol.
We can’t shake the Astros (Ep. 55)
February 09, 2020 00:44 - 36 minutes - 36.6 MBAnother week, another Astros update. They just keep coming, this time with some laughable nicknames. Mark and Bryson also discuss old Blue Jays footage, how the Mookie Betts trade will help Toronto and when Nate Pearson will make his major league debut. Music: "Stab You In The Heart," Green Day.
Josh Thole and 2020 record predictions (Ep. 54)
February 02, 2020 17:28 - 40 minutes - 45.6 MBJosh Thole makes his dramatic return to the podcast. Mark, Bryson and Jacob continue to pile on the Houston Astros after new data shows just how far their sign-stealing went. That, plus record predictions for the 2020 season and a projection of this year's rotation. Music: "Juan Belmonte," The Snuts.
Bobbleheads and Larry Walker (Ep. 53)
January 26, 2020 21:26 - 28 minutes - 31.9 MBMark and Bryson are (finally) joined by Jacob to congratulate Larry Walker on his Hall of Fame induction, plus opinions on Toronto's 2020 promotion schedule and discussion of minor league signings. Music: "The Weekend," Brantley Gilbert (courtesy of Jacob)
Is the Astros’ scandal worse than the Black Sox? (Ep. 52)
January 18, 2020 20:34 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MBMark and Bryson discuss their thoughts on the Blue Jays' powder blue jerseys and why the Astros got exactly what they deserved. Also discussed: Toronto's active offseason, exciting players in 2020 and potential breakout candidates. Music: "Trophies," Drake.
A chat with Clayton Richard (Ep. 51)
October 22, 2019 15:43 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBMark chats with Blue Jays pitcher Clayton Richard about the 2019 season, his struggles and whether he likes the NL or AL better. Song: Intoxicated, Martin Solveig.
When Randy Johnson was almost a Blue Jay (Ep. 50)
August 31, 2019 15:49 - 4 minutes - 5.77 MBIn this special episode of Section 138, Mark looks back at July 31, 1993, when the Blue Jays almost traded for Randy Johnson.