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| Bar Room Chat: MLB AND THE GREAT LOCKOUT OF DOOM | 05 Nov 2026 | 00:30:57 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and Major League Baseball is staring down what could be the biggest challenge in its entire history! Craig and Liz are putting their ultimate problem-solving skills to the test. With an MLB lockout seeming practically imminent for December 2nd, the stakes couldn't be higher. How does baseball save itself from its own worst impulses? ️ We’re breaking down the absolute latest on this fast-moving crisis: the CBA expiration, what it means for the freeze on free agency & trades, and how a work stoppage could completely derail the Toronto Blue Jays’ offseason plans and beyond. Trust us, you need to hear this breakdown. JBW is a proud affiliate of @dugoutmugs! Check out their ultimate baseball collection and use the promo code BW25 for a massive 25% discount! Grab your bat mug today and swig for the fences! ️ Grab a bar stool, pour a strong drink, and join the live chat tonight to give us your take on the impending lockout! Let’s talk it all out! Who do you blame more for this looming baseball crisis: the owners or the players? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! #MLBLockout #BaseballLockout #MLBPA #BlueJays #Baseball #Podcast #MLB #DugoutMugs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Pull Up a Stool! Brewers Win it All & Let the Rumors Begin! | 30 Oct 2026 | 00:32:18 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and baseball has a brand new champion! Tonight at 5 PM EST / 4 PM PST, Craig and Jason are pouring a celebratory beverage to break down the Milwaukee Brewers taking home the World Series trophy in a fast-paced 5-game series! We are dissecting the biggest moments of the Fall Classic, the standout performances, and what this championship means for the rest of the league. With the 2026 season officially in the books, the hot stove is already burning hot. We are diving headfirst into the swirling Toronto Blue Jays and broader MLB offseason rumors. What massive trades, free-agent signings, and front-office moves are teams whispering about as they scramble to retool for 2027? Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to give us your take on the World Series and your boldest offseason predictions! Did the Brewers winning it all surprise you? Drop your answers in the comments below! #Toronto #BlueJays #WorldSeries #Milwaukee #Brewers #MLBOffseason #HotStove #TorontoSports #Baseball #Podcast #LetsGoBlueJays #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Swirling Rumors & World Series Picks (Part 2!) | 23 Oct 2026 | 00:48:15 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open for Part 2, and the hot stove is only getting hotter! Tonight at 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST, Craig is back at the bar, and this time Jason Lyons is pulling up a stool to lock in his official World Series predictions! Who does Jason have walking away with the Commissioner's Trophy this fall? Plus, we are continuing our deep dive into all the spicy Toronto Blue Jays offseason rumors swirling across the league. From potential trade targets to early roster shakeups, Jason is dropping his takes on what the front office needs to do to get Toronto back into contention for 2027. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted in style! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to give us your picks and react to Jason's hot takes! Who had the better World Series prediction: Liz on Tuesday or Jason tonight? Drop your champion in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #WorldSeries #MLBPostseason #JasonLyons #HotStove #BlueJaysRumors #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Craig & Liz's World Series Picks & Offseason Whispers | 22 Oct 2026 | 00:24:03 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and the hot stove is already heating up! Tonight at 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST, Craig and Liz are pouring a cold beverage and locking in their official World Series predictions! Who is walking away with the Commissioner's Trophy this fall? Plus, we are diving straight into all the spicy Toronto Blue Jays offseason rumors that are already swirling across the league. From potential trade targets to early roster shakeups, we are talking about what the front office needs to do to get Toronto back into contention. Make sure to mark your calendars: we are going LIVE tonight AND this Thursday! Tune in tonight for Craig and Liz's breakdown, and join us again Thursday night when Jason Lyons pulls up a stool to drop his own World Series picks and rumor reactions! A massive shoutout to our sponsor, @jbirdybaseballco — Canada's Baseball Brand — for keeping the JBW crew outfitted in style! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to give us your picks! Who is YOUR pick to win the World Series? Drop your champion and series score in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #WorldSeries #MLBPostseason #HotStove #BlueJaysRumors #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Blue Jays Legend Rance Mulliniks on MLB Playoffs & Offseason Plan | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:59:38 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and tonight we have absolute Toronto Blue Jays royalty pulling up a stool! Tonight at 7 PM EST, Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a cold beverage and welcoming the legendary Rance Mulliniks to the show! We are talking all things October baseball as we break down the most exciting and chaotic moments of the MLB 2026 postseason so far. But you know we also have to talk about the Future. Rance is sharing his expert, insider insights and honest thoughts on the Toronto Blue Jays' path forward for the upcoming 2027 season. What roster moves need to be made? How does this team get back to true contention? You don’t want to miss a single second of his take! A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. - Canada's Baseball Brand - for keeping the JBW crew outfitted in style! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to ask Rance your retro and future baseball questions! What is your favorite memory of Rance Mulliniks’ legendary career with the Jays? Drop it in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #RanceMulliniks #MLBPostseason #BlueJaysLegend #OctoberBaseball #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball #MLB2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Grab a Drink & Talk Gausman, Berrios & October Baseball | 09 Oct 2026 | 00:24:37 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and we are talking October baseball and spicy hot stove rumors! Tonight at 7 PM EST, Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a cold beverage to break down the MLB 2026 postseason action so far. With the playoffs in full swing, we are discussing the biggest surprises and standout performances across the league. But even with the playoffs raging, we can't stop thinking about the Blue Jays' future. The early offseason rumor mill is already turning, and we are dissecting the biggest questions: Could we see a Kevin Gausman reunion to bolster the 2027 rotation? And what exactly is the plan for Jose Berrios—is a massive trade on the horizon as the front office retools? A massive shoutout to our sponsor, @jbirdybaseballco — Canada's Baseball Brand — for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight with your playoff takes and boldest offseason predictions! Should the Blue Jays bring back Kevin Gausman next season? Drop a ️ for YES or a for NO in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #MLBPostseason #KevinGausman #JoseBerrios #MLBTradeRumors #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| The Torture is Over! Unpacking the Wild 2026 Blue Jays Season | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:45:55 | |
The 2026 Toronto Blue Jays season is finally in the books. Join us as we break down the highs, lows, and roster performance. The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and the torture is over. Tonight, we are dissecting the entire 2026 Toronto Blue Jays season, analyzing the roster to see which players stepped up and who struggled to perform. We are also raising a glass to celebrate the careers of Max Scherzer and George Springer, reflecting on their time in a Blue Jays uniform. Beyond the final standings, we are grading the team's overall effort and looking at the legacy of our departing veterans. Whether you want to vent about the crushing lows or celebrate the standout moments, we are covering every angle of this wild year in baseball podcast style. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted through all the ups and downs this season. What letter grade would you give the Blue Jays for the 2026 season? Drop your grade and your favorite Scherzer or Springer memories in the comments below. #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #MaxScherzer #GeorgeSpringer #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Fading Jays Hopes in Toronto, Championship Rings in Vancouver! | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:54:53 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and tonight we are looking to the future! Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a cold beverage and welcoming special guest Domingo Guarenas Jr. to the show! While the big league Toronto Blue Jays' playoff chances are now slim to none, the minor league pipeline is absolutely electric. Domingo joins us to break down the incredible run of the High-A Vancouver Canadians as they claim the 2026 Northwest League Championship! We are discussing the epic championship title run, the coming wave of prospect talent making noise in Vancouver, and what this means for the future of the Blue Jays franchise as we look beyond this season. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand — for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and bring your prospect questions to the live chat tonight! Which Blue Jays prospect are you most excited to see in the big leagues? Drop your pick in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #DomingoGuarenasJr #VancouverCanadians #NorthwestLeague #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysProspects Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Jay Jackson on the Playoff Push, Youth Sports & S.M.I.L.E Zone! | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:45:40 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and we have an incredible former player pulling up a stool! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and welcoming former Toronto Blue Jay, Jay Jackson, to the show! We are talking all about the Blue Jays' final push as they battle to secure a spot in the MLB playoffs. Does this team have what it takes to survive the gauntlet and play October baseball? Plus, with back-to-school season in full swing, it also means back to sports for many young students! Jay shares his valuable insights on what it takes for student-athletes to be prepared both on and off the field. We also dive into his amazing work with the S.M.I.L.E Zone App, discussing how he is giving back and making a positive impact on the community. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and have your baseball questions ready for tonight's live chat! What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received as a student-athlete? Drop it in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #JayJackson #PlayoffPush #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #SMILEZone #YouthSports #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Who Claims the 3rd Wild Card Spot? (feat. Sports with Ash) | 10 Sep 2026 | 01:00:28 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and the playoff race is going down to the absolute wire! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a cold beverage and welcoming Ashley of Sports with Ash to the show! The Toronto Blue Jays are teetering on the absolute cusp of the final American League Wild Card spot. We are breaking down the intense three-way battle between the Jays, the Cleveland Guardians, and the Texas Rangers for that coveted third playoff berth. Can Toronto hold off the competition and secure their ticket to October? We are analyzing the remaining schedule, the crucial tiebreakers, and what the boys need to do down the stretch to clinch. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, @jbirdybaseballco — Canada's Baseball Brand — for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and have your baseball questions ready for the live chat tonight! Who claims the 3rd Wild Card spot: Blue Jays, Guardians, or Rangers? Drop your predictions in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #SportsWithAsh #WildCardRace #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Final Month Wild Card Push w/ Craig Ballard! | 03 Sep 2026 | 01:19:40 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and the postseason push is on! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a cold beverage and welcoming Craig Ballard of Jays Tok to the show! We are diving headfirst into the final month of the regular season as the Toronto Blue Jays battle to secure an American League Wild Card spot. Can the team carry their late-season momentum straight into October? We are breaking down the critical remaining series, analyzing the tight wild card standings, and discussing exactly what needs to happen down the stretch for the Blue Jays to clinch a postseason berth. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, @jbirdybaseballco — Canada's Baseball Brand — for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and have your baseball questions ready for the live chat tonight to talk playoffs! Will the Blue Jays clinch a Wild Card spot this month? Drop your exact predictions in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #CraigBallard #JaysTok #WildCardRace #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Pull Up a Stool with Billy Pinckney of Bat Boy Publishing! | 27 Aug 2026 | 01:17:10 | |
he Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open for an absolutely jam-packed episode tonight! ️ Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and welcoming two incredible guests to the show. First, we are sitting down with author, speaker, and digital content creator Billy Pinckney (@billythebatboy)! Billy shares his amazing journey from an 11-year-old batboy for the New Jersey Jackals to the team’s Director of Digital Content. We dive into his inspiring mission to support young athletes through his children's books and his interview collection, Passion Prevails, proving that baseball is about character, resilience, and servant leadership on and off the field. Next, we are pulling up a stool for Jacob from the Royals Rundown! With the Blue Jays facing a massive stretch against Kansas City over the next two weeks, Jacob gives us the inside scoop on our opponents and what it will take to secure some crucial wins against this tough Royals squad. Plus, the gang breaks down all the latest Toronto Blue Jays news, standings updates, and roster moves! A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J Birdy Baseball Co, Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to ask Billy and Jacob your biggest baseball questions! What is the most important lesson you ever learned from playing or watching baseball? Drop it in the comments below! #Toronto #BlueJays #BillyTheBatboy @RoyalsRundown #Royals #PassionPrevails #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Pull Up a Stool With Dunedin city Commissioner Steven Sandbergen! ️ | 20 Aug 2026 | 01:06:35 | |
The Bar Room is open, and the boys of summer are officially heating up! Tonight at 7 PM EST, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and welcoming back a Bar Room favorite: Steven Sandbergen, the City Commissioner of Dunedin, Florida! We are diving deep into the Toronto Blue Jays' recent surge as they play their absolute best baseball of the entire season. With the team rapidly closing in on a coveted playoff spot, we have to ask the big question: Have the Jays finally turned the corner? Steven brings his unique perspective from the team's Spring Training home to help us analyze this massive late-season push and the suddenly electric clubhouse vibes. Between breaking down the wild card standings and maybe picking Steven's brain for the inside scoop on the best three-bedroom rentals down in Dunedin, it is going to be an action-packed show! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to share your playoff predictions! Have the Blue Jays finally turned the corner for good? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #StevenSandbergen #DunedinFL #PlayoffPush #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Grab a Cold Drink for Fan Friday w/ Sean Kelly! | 14 Aug 2026 | 00:32:48 | |
It's Fan Friday, and the JBW Bar Room is officially open to talk a Wild CARD Race! Tonight the gang is pouring a cold beverage and kicking off the weekend with special guest Sean Kelly! We are diving headfirst into all the latest Toronto Blue Jays news, roster updates, and game recaps as the boys look to keep the momentum rolling and make a serious run at the American League Wild Card spot. Can this team stay hot down the stretch and climb into playoff position? With the standings so tight, we break down the upcoming matchups, the newest faces on the roster, and exactly what needs to go right over the final weeks of the season. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite drink, and join the live chat tonight to share your Fan Friday takes and ask Sean your biggest questions! Do you think the Blue Jays will secure a Wild Card spot? Drop your predictions below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #SeanKelly #WildCardRace #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Blue Jays Back-to-Back Memories w/ Rance Mulliniks | 13 Aug 2026 | 01:08:21 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open, and we are absolutely thrilled to welcome back a true legend to the show! ️ Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and sitting down with Toronto Blue Jays great Rance Mulliniks! We are diving into the team's improved tenacity over the past few weeks and discussing what it will take for them to climb into the American League Wild Card race. We also get an exclusive look at the recent back-to-back celebration from Rance's point of view. Following the unveiling of the first statue outside the Rogers Centre honoring the 1992-1993 back-to-back championship teams, Rance was in attendance alongside teammates, coaches, and front-office personnel for the historic ceremony. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J.Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat tonight to ask Rance your biggest baseball questions! What is your favorite memory from the from the back to back era? Drop it below! #BlueJays #RanceMulliniks #WorldSeries #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #Podcast #Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: What's Next for the Blue Jays? (feat. Lachlan Fontaine) | 06 Aug 2026 | 01:01:42 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open, and we have a massive guest joining us to break down a wild week of baseball! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and welcoming Lachlan Fontaine to the show! We are unpacking all the Toronto Blue Jays trade deadline news, analyzing the massive roster changes, and discussing exactly what the rest of the 2026 season looks like for this organization. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to ask Lachlan your trade deadline questions! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #LachlanFontaine #MLBTradeDeadline #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Pour a Drink & Grade the Blue Jays' Trade Deadline ️ | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:19:16 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open, and we are unpacking one of the craziest MLB trade deadlines in recent memory! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are pouring a strong beverage to break down a wild day of transactions for the Toronto Blue Jays. We are discussing all the major departures, including Kevin Gausman being traded to the Chicago Cubs and Daulton Varsho heading to the Houston Astros in exchange for Spencer Arrighetti. We also dive into the blockbuster move that sent top prospect Arjun Nimmala to the Los Angeles Angels for Jose Soriano, and analyze the final-hour deal sending Jeff Hoffman to the Minnesota Twins. What do all these moves mean for the future of the franchise, and how does the current roster look heading into the rest of the season? We analyze it all. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to give us your grade for this year's trade deadline! LIVE Tonight! Give the Blue Jays' front office a letter grade (A-F) for this Trade Deadline in the comments below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #MLBTradeDeadline #KevinGausman #DaultonVarsho #ArjunNimmala #JeffHoffman #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Grab a Beverage for Blue Jays Trade Deadline Rumors! | 30 Jul 2026 | 00:59:27 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open and we finally have a series win to celebrate! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage to unpack a huge week of Toronto Blue Jays baseball. We finally snapped our losing streak and secured our first series win since the beginning of July against the Tampa Bay Rays, fueled by an awesome 3-1 victory where George Springer and Shane Bieber shined! With the MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching on Monday, August 3rd, the rumors are flying! We are breaking down all the chatter and asking the big question: Should this front office be buying or selling? With names like Kevin Gausman and Shane Bieber floating in the rumor mill, and the team sitting under .500, we want to hear your thoughts on what moves the Jays need to make. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted through the highs and lows! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to share your trade deadline proposals! Are you BUYING or SELLING talent at the MLB Trade Deadline? Drop your thoughts below! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #MLBTradeDeadline #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| From the Bullpen to the World: Jay Jackson's Wild Baseball Journey! ️️ | 23 Jul 2026 | 01:10:53 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open, and tonight we are welcoming the Mayor of Smile Town himself! This week on the podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are absolutely thrilled to sit down with former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jay Jackson! Since officially retiring from professional baseball after an incredible 17-season career, Jay has been living life to the fullest. We are checking in with the fan-favorite reliever to hear his wonderful stories, talk about his global travels, and discuss his role as an unofficial ambassador for the game of baseball. Whether you remember him striking out batters or just lighting up the dugout with his infectious positivity, you won't want to miss this one. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to ask Jay Jackson your questions! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #JayJackson #SmileTown #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #BlueJaysBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| First Half Report Cards & All-Star Game Highlights! | 16 Jul 2026 | 01:07:02 | |
The MLB All-Star Game is in the books, and it’s time to talk about the first half of the season! Tonight on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, the gang is breaking down everything you need to know about the Toronto Blue Jays at the Midsummer Classic. From Ernie Clement starting at second base and making highlight-reel defensive plays, to Dylan Cease and Louis Varland throwing heat in their All-Star debuts, we recap all the action from Philadelphia. We are also zooming out to summarize the Blue Jays' first half of the season. What went right, what went wrong, and what does this team need to do to succeed in the second half? To help us break down all the topics, we are thrilled to be joined by two special guests: reporter Domingo Guarenas Jr. and Ash from Sports With Ash! Grab a seat and join the live chat to have your voice heard! Tune in LIVE tonight! #BlueJays #MLBAllStar #Philadelphia #ErnieClement #DylanCease #LouieVarland #BaseballPodcast #BaseballSzn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| JBW Bar Room LIVE Chat: A NEAR NO HITTER FROM CEASAE! | 09 Jul 2026 | 01:03:59 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open, and we might need a stiff drink to get through this one! Tonight on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are venting about the recent horrors on the field. The Toronto Blue Jays' offense has been completely non-existent, scoring just a few runs over the weekend, leading to a brutal losing streak and a frustratingly failed series against the Seattle Mariners. We break down what went wrong and discuss how this lineup can wake up the bats. We finally scored some runs Tuesday night! All this, plus we are catching up on the latest Toronto Blue Jays news, standings updates, and roster moves. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted well! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat for some much-needed group therapy! LIVE Tonight @ 7PM EST #BlueJays #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #JBWPodcast #LetsGoBlueJays #Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Pull Up a Stool & Celebrate the Big Canada Day Win! | 03 Jul 2026 | 00:59:23 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open, and we have a massive week of Toronto Blue Jays baseball to unpack! Tonight, Craig, Liz, and Jason are grabbing a cold beverage and reacting to the highly anticipated return of Bo Bichette to the Rogers Centre. Seeing the former franchise cornerstone back in town wearing a New York Mets uniform brought out some mixed emotions, but the boys in blue didn't hold back. We are breaking down the wild series and celebrating the explosive 9-3 Canada Day victory that backed up the pitching staff! As the MLB All-Star game approaches, we are also catching up on all the latest Blue Jays news, standings, and what this team needs to do in the final stretch before the break. Pull up a stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to have your voice heard on the latest current events! In this episode, we discuss: Tune in LIVE tonight @ 7PM EST/ 4PM PST #BlueJays #BoBichette #CanadaDay #TorontoSports #BaseballPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Escaping .500 & Trade Deadline Decisions w/ Bob File | 18 Jun 2026 | 01:09:10 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and we have a big leaguer joining us to talk about some massive mid-season decisions! This week on the podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are thrilled to welcome former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Bob File to the show! Together, we are breaking down the state of the roster as the All-Star Game and MLB trade deadline rapidly approach. Despite legit All-Star caliber performances from Ernie Clement and Louie Varland, this team finds itself frustratingly stuck just below a .500 record. We are grabbing a beverage with Bob to get a player's perspective on the tough questions: What is it going to take for this clubhouse to finally win more games consistently? And as July ticks away, will the Blue Jays front office be buyers or sellers at the deadline? A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew outfitted! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to ask Bob your questions and let us know who you want to see traded! LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Samantha Woj Talks Blue Jays Art, Live Painting, & Fandom! ️ | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:32:59 | |
The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is getting a splash of color tonight! In this bonus episode of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast we are incredibly excited to welcome a very special guest. Artist Samantha Woj! Samantha is a massive sports fan with a truly unique talent. She creates stunning portraits using the actual equipment from the sport itself. From rolling a baseball in paint to using bats and gloves to craft masterpieces of Blue Jays icons like George Springer, her unconventional art brings sports to life in a way you have to see to believe. We are sitting down with Samantha to talk about her creative process, her fandom, and her amazing journey doing live painting at major sporting events. Be sure to check out her incredible portfolio at samanthawojart.com! A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew outfitted! Great for Father's Day Gifts!!! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, maybe an extra art smock tonight, and join the live chat to ask Samantha about her incredible sports art! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays @SamanthaWojArt @SamWojArt #SportsArt #BaseballArt #JBWPodcast #JayBirdWatching #TorontoSports #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn #ArtReel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Mastering the Art of the Heckle w/ Trevor Gilmore | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:51:55 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open, and tonight we are learning from the master of the heckle! This week on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are thrilled to welcome Trevor Gilmore (@trevschirps) to the show! We will be talking all things baseball in addition to taking a deep dive into the hilarious art of playful heckling. Trevor has absolutely perfected the art of the chirp, and we are getting a firsthand lesson on how to get in the opposing team's heads to turn! We are also breaking down Trevor's recent trip up to Toronto to see the Blue Jays in action, and catching up on all the latest Toronto Blue Jays news, roster updates, and current events. Have you ever wanted to get into a player's head without crossing the line? Tonight, the JBW Bar Room is getting a firsthand masterclass in the art of the playful heckle! You Bum! You Stud! ️ A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the crew looking sharp! Pull up a stool, grab a cold beverage, and get your best chirps ready for the live chat! All are heard on the JBW Podcast LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST/ 4PM PST ! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #TrevsChirps #Chirps #heckling #BaseballHeckler #MLB #JBWPodcast #JayBirdWatching Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Grab a Beverage: Surviving the Blue Jays .500 Rollercoaster w/ Rob Wong | 04 Jun 2026 | 01:02:19 | |
Are the Toronto Blue Jays about to catch fire, or is this season slipping away? The JBW Bar Room is open, and tonight we are talking about how the boys can find a spark! This week on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are thrilled to welcome Rob Wong, host on the Postmedia Network and the Toronto Sun! We are breaking down the rollercoaster that was this past week of Blue Jays baseball. After teasing the fanbase by nearly winning five in a row, the team suffered two huge, momentum-killing losses to the Baltimore Orioles. As the Jays continue to dance dangerously around the .500 mark, Rob Wong joins the crew to discuss how they bounce back and what it will take to finally climb the American League standings. They have to go through the best record in baseball, the Atlanta Braves, to start the week. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co., Canada's Baseball Brand, for outfitting the JBW crew! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and join the live chat to have your voice heard! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Switching Things Up With The Ambidextrous Ace Pat Venditte | 27 May 2026 | 00:57:36 | |
The only modern switch pitcher in Major League Baseball history is live in the JBW Bar Room! ️ Tonight on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are talking all things baseball with former Toronto Blue Jay Pat Venditte. We are breaking down his one-of-a-kind career, starting with his time in the big leagues and the World Baseball Classic, all the way to his highly anticipated appearances with the Savannah Bananas and the viral sensation Cosmic Baseball. In addition to his coaching career! If you love unique baseball history and looking at where the game is heading next, you won't want to miss this exclusive interview with MLB's premier ambidextrous pitcher. Thank you to J. Birdy Baseball Co. - Canada’s Baseball Brand for sponsoring tonight's episode! Grab a stool, pour a drink, and join the live stream chat to ask Pat your questions! #Toronto #BlueJays #PatVenditte #SwitchPitcher #CosmicBaseball #BananaBall #JBWPodcast #JayBirdWatching #BaseballFans #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Grab an Extra Hot Dog: The Loonie Dog Kings Have Entered The Bar Chat! | 21 May 2026 | 01:15:36 | |
We are talking Blue Jays baseball and Rogers Centre records! ️ Tonight, the Jay Bird Watching crew is diving into one of the most legendary stories in recent Blue Jays fan history. We are welcoming Jody Matheson and Ryan Rushton, the Loonie Dog Kings, to the unofficial bar room! We’re getting the full, behind-the-scenes story of how they cemented their status as the hot dog eating record holders in Major League Baseball. Once we wrap up the Loonie Dog lore, we are pivoting to a complete deep dive into the latest Toronto Blue Jays news, roster updates, and on-field action. Brought to you by J. Birdy Baseball Co. — Canada's Baseball Brand. Pull up a stool in the JBW Bar Room, grab a beverage (and a hot dog!), and bring your best baseball questions to the live chat! In this episode: Tag a Jays fan who never misses a Loonie Dog Tuesday! ️ #BlueJays #Toronto #BaseballPodcast #JayBirdWatching #Podcast #MLBUpdates #BaseballTalk @LoonieDogKings #hotdog #HotDogs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Camp Screamo Meets the JBW Bar Room w/ Shane Told | 14 May 2026 | 01:13:04 | |
The JBW Bar Room is getting a little more "rock star" tonight! We are thrilled to welcome back a true friend of the show for his 3rd visit: Shane Told, lead singer of Silverstein! Shane isn't just a legendary frontman; he's one of the most die-hard Blue Jays fans we know. Last year, Shane joined us right as the team was bottoming out, and his appearance sparked a historic "worst to first" run. With the Jays currently riding a rough start to the 2026 season, we’re hoping the "Shane Told Luck" strikes twice! Craig, Liz, and Jason are sitting down with Shane to talk through the latest Jays news, the early-season rollercoaster, and whether the boys can flip the script once again. Grab a bar stool, pour a few beverages, and turn the volume to 11! Join the unofficial bar room chat with one of the best in the business and have your voice heard in the LIVE Chat! Thank you to J. Birdy Baseball Co. — Canada’s Baseball Brand for sponsoring tonight’s episode! LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Blue Jays LEGEND Rance Mulliniks Joins the Bar Room Tonight! | 07 May 2026 | 01:11:33 | |
The JBW Bar Room is pulling up a VIP stool tonight! As the Toronto Blue Jays continue to navigate this rollercoaster of a season and fight for ground in the AL East, Craig, Liz, and Jason are back to break down all the latest news and current events. But tonight is a very special occasion as we continue to celebrate the franchise's incredible 50th Anniversary season! Joining the bar room chat is none other than Blue Jays legend, Rance Mulliniks! We are talking past, present, and future with one of the greats. From his days manning the hot corner to his expert thoughts on the current roster's recent push, we are covering it all. Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and get your questions ready for a true Blue Jays icon. Let's talk some baseball! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| LIVE: Blue Jays in Buffalo w/ Author Brian Frank! | 30 Apr 2026 | 01:09:52 | |
For two unforgettable summers, the Toronto Blue Jays weren't playing North of the Border, they were playing in Western New York! This week on the podcast, we are taking a deep dive into the 2020 and 2021 seasons when the Blue Jays were forced to play their home games at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, NY. To help us navigate this incredible chapter of franchise history, we are thrilled to welcome Brian Frank of @HerdChronicles. We will be discussing his new book, Blue Jays in Buffalo: The Story of Two Amazing Summers in the Queen City. With the Jays having been stationed just down the I-90 from the Rochester area during that span, Craig, Liz, and Jason are ready to reminisce about having Major League Baseball essentially down the street. Brought to you by J. Birdy Baseball Co. Canada's Baseball Brand. Pull up a stool in the JBW Bar Room, grab a cold beverage, and bring your best questions for Brian to the live chat! In this episode:
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| Bonus Episode - Yesavage Arrives & Red Sox Series Recap ️ | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:26:56 | |
The cavalry is officially arriving in Toronto! ️ The injury bug is potentially clearing out, and the JBW Bar Room is buzzing. In this bonus episode, we are doing a complete "State of the Roster" address to break down a massive week of Blue Jays baseball. Craig, Liz, and Jason are diving into the analytics:
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| LIVE: AL East Climb, Closer Questions & Building the Offense! | 23 Apr 2026 | 01:10:06 | |
We are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel! ️ If you’ve been waiting for the fun to return to the field, tonight is the night to tune in! Craig, Liz, and Jason are back to celebrate a team that is officially waking up. We are doing a deep dive into the recent news, the slow but steady building of the offense, and how the team is climbing out of the AL East basement. We are also tackling the biggest on-field question: Who secures the closer role moving forward? We are joined by Stuart Meyer of the Dunedin-Based Blue Jays Fans and host of the soon-to-be-released Dunedin Blue Podcast. Stories From The Year Round Home of Blue Jays Baseball. Shoutout to our amazing partners at @jbirdybaseballco - Canada's Baseball Brand! The vibes are healing! Pull up a stool, grab a cold beverage, and let's talk some Toronto Blue Jays baseball! #BlueJays #TorontoSports #Baseball #JBW #Podcast #MLB #LetsGoJays #Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Roster Shake-Ups, The Injury Bug & Thomas Hall! | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:57:58 | |
The JBW Bar Room is open, and we are looking for a spark! ️ This week on the podcast, Craig, Liz, and Jason are back in the unofficial bar room chat to break down a chaotic stretch of Toronto Blue Jays baseball. With the injury bug hitting the clubhouse hard, the front office is making critical roster moves to try to get the Comeback Kids back to their winning ways. We are doing a deep dive into every transaction, call-up, and lineup shuffle to see if this is the spark the team needs. To help us make sense of the new-look roster, we are thrilled to welcome Thomas Hall from Blue Jays Nation to the show! He’ll be bringing his expert insight to the chat to discuss how these moves impact the immediate future of the season. A huge shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. - Canada's Baseball Brand, for outfitting the crew! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and get your questions ready for the live chat. Let's talk some baseball! #TorontoBlueJays #BlueJays #MLB #BaseballFans #JBWPodcast #JayBirdWatching #BlueJaysNation #TorontoSports #LetsGoBlueJays #BaseballSzn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Blue Jays Vent Session & Group Therapy! | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:59:05 | |
It has been a rough week to be a Toronto Blue Jays fan, and the JBW therapy couch is officially OPEN. This week on the podcast, we are doing a deep dive into the absolute nightmare that has been the last 6 games. The Blue Jays are on a 6-game losing streak, and we are opening up the floor for a massive community vent session. We are breaking down the lack of hitting, the defensive woes, and the pitching hiccups that have completely derailed the early-season momentum. Brought to you by our amazing partners at J. Birdy Baseball Co. (Canada's Baseball Brand!). If you are feeling the stress of this losing streak, you are not alone. Pull up a stool, grab a heavy pour of your favorite beverage, and bring your frustrations to the live chat. It's time for some baseball group therapy! In this episode: Deep dive into the 6-game losing streak. What is the biggest issue plaguing the roster right now? Live community vent session and group therapy. #BlueJays50 #OpeningWeek #VentSession #MLB #Baseball #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Unpacking the Blue Jays' Opening Week w/ Blue Jays Nation | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:58:58 | |
Back-to-back walk-offs, historic pitching debuts, and late-inning comebacks, if you aren't excited about this Toronto Blue Jays team yet, you haven't been watching! This week on the podcast, the crew is doing a comprehensive deep dive into the opening week of the 2026 season. We are looking at the standout performances, the absolute dominance of the starting rotation, and the sheer resilience of the "Comeback Kids."
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| LIVE: Spring Training Wrap-Up, Opening Day Hype & Mayor Freaney! | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
"Opening Day is THIS FRIDAY! The JBW Bar Room is officially open to celebrate! ️ Craig and Jason are back together tonight to wrap up an incredible Spring Training. We both spent time soaking up the Florida sun and getting a firsthand look at the squad, and we are bringing our live scouting reports straight to the show. We are talking final roster cuts, breakout players, and our official Opening Day predictions. Plus, we are closing out the spring season with a massive featured interview: Mayor Freaney of Dunedin joins the chat to talk about the city's legendary 50-year relationship with the Blue Jays! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and let's talk some baseball! #Openingday #BlueJays #SpringTraining #DunedinFL #BaseballFans #Podcast #JayBirdWatching #MLB #Baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Did the WBC Give the Blue Jays an Advantage? Spring Updates w/ Ari Shapiro ️ | 19 Mar 2026 | 01:05:19 | |
The World Baseball Classic was electric, and the Toronto Blue Jays were right in the middle of it! ️️ This week on the podcast, we are coming to you LIVE from Florida! Craig is officially boots-on-the-ground in Dunedin for the final week of Spring Training, bringing you all the inside updates as the boys get ready for Opening Day. Ari Shapiro joins the JBW Bar Room tonight to discuss the heavy Blue Jays presence across the WBC rosters. How will that high-stakes, international playoff experience translate to the 162-game grind? We are breaking it all down. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. Canada's Baseball Brand - for keeping the JBW crew looking fresh under the Florida sun! Pull up a bar stool, grab a cold beverage, and bring your best baseball questions to the live chat! Tune in LIVE every Wednesday @ 7 PM EST 4PM PST. #WorldBaseballClassic #WBC2026 #BlueJays #DunedinFL #SpringTraining #MLB #Baseball #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Celebrating 50 Seasons of Blue Jays Baseball with the City of Dunedin! | 12 Mar 2026 | 01:03:12 | |
Pull up a bar stool, Blue Jays fans! We are celebrating a massive milestone in the JBW Bar Room tonight! The Toronto Blue Jays are officially celebrating their 50th season, which means they have been calling Dunedin, Florida their Spring Training home for half a century. To help us honor this Major League accomplishment, we are thrilled to welcome special guest Steven Sandbergen from the City Council of Dunedin to the show! We are diving deep into the 50-year history between the Jays and the city, sharing stories from the epic 2025 American League Championship parties, and getting the boots-on-the-ground perspective of the current talent down in the 2026 camp. Tonight's Lineup: 50 Years of History: The incredible relationship between the Blue Jays and Dunedin since 1977. The 2025 Dunedin Watch Parties: Looking back at the fun and celebrations from last year's World Series run. 2026 Camp Updates:
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| Hanging With Blue Jays Athletic Trainer Anthony Laquitara | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:55:10 | |
The JBW Bar Room is officially open! As the Toronto Blue Jays ramp up for the 2026 MLB season, we are getting the ultimate inside scoop on how the boys get physically ready for the 162-game grind. This week, we are thrilled to welcome Blue Jays Athletic Trainer Anthony Laquitara to the show! Anthony is right in the middle of everything down in Florida, and he is joining us to talk about the world of MLB athletic training, how players prep for Opening Day, and the amazing features of the state-of-the-art Player Development Complex in Dunedin. A massive shoutout to our sponsor, J. Birdy Baseball Co. - Canada's Baseball Brand, for keeping the JBW crew looking fresh this Spring Training! Grab a bar stool, pour your favorite beverage, and get those questions ready for the live chat. Let's talk some baseball! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Swiggin' for the Fences: Spring Training Updates & Kris Dehnert from Dugout Mugs | 26 Feb 2026 | 01:11:39 | |
Swiggin' for the Fences: Spring Training Updates & Kris Dehnert from Dugout Mugs ️ Pull up a bar stool and grab your favorite beverage, the Jay Bird Watching bar room chat is officially open! Spring Training is in full swing, and we are breaking down all the latest news, roster battles, and storylines out of Blue Jays camp in Dunedin. To help us celebrate the return of baseball, we are welcoming a very special guest to the show: Kris Dehnert, owner and Co-Founder of Dugout Mugs! Kris is joining us to share the incredible origin story behind the original baseball bat mug and geek out over baseball collectibles. Tonight's Lineup: Spring Training Updates: The latest news and notes from Blue Jays camp. The Dugout Mugs Story: How a crazy idea in a college dugout turned into a $50M+ baseball brand. Collectibles Chat: Talking gear, memorabilia, and what makes the ultimate baseball fan cave. Have your questions and stories ready for the live chat! LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST #BaseballMemorabilia #FanCave @DugoutMugs #BlueJays #Baseball #SpringTraining #collectibles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| The wait is finally over! ☀️⚾️🌴 | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:59:46 | |
Spring Training is officially in full swing, and the boys of summer are back on the diamond in Dunedin. ☀️⚾️ This week in the Jay Bird Watching bar room, we are celebrating the start of full squad workouts and getting hyped for this weekend's Grapefruit League kickoff. To help us ring in the new season, we are thrilled to welcome our friend and sponsor, Darryl Silverstein from J.Birdy Baseball Company. In this episode: 🔹 Dunedin Updates: What we saw from picture day and the first days of full squad drills. 🔹 Spring Training Bold Predictions. 🔹 Live Q&A: We are taking your stories and answering your questions live on air. Grab a cold one and pull up a stool. The chat is going to be 🔥. 📺 LIVE TONIGHT @ 7 PM EST. Link in bio! #BlueJays #SpringTraining #Dunedin #BaseballIsBack @JBirdyBaseballCo #Toronto #MLB #Baseball #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| A Toast to Buck Martinez w/ Special Guest Rance Mulliniks 🥂💙 | 12 Feb 2026 | 01:05:13 | |
It is the end of an era in Toronto. Buck Martinez is hanging up the headset, and Blue Jays summer nights will never be quite the same. Tonight, we honor the player, the manager, and the icon. To help us send him off right, we welcome Blue Jays legend Rance Mulliniks to the show! Rance and Buck have been linked for decades—from the "drive of '85" to the broadcast booth—and Rance is here to share his favorite memories of his longtime friend. In this episode: 🔹 The evolution of Buck's style & voice. 🔹 Rance's reaction to the retirement news. 🔹 A final toast to the "Voice of the Franchise." Tune in LIVE at 7:00 PM EST and have your voice heard. Pull up a bar stool and raise a glass to the voice of the franchise and Blue Jays summer nights, Buck Martinez! #ThankYouBuck #BlueJays #Toronto #Baseball #MLB #Broadcaster #RanceMulliniks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Liz McGuire and Jason Lyons are taking over the studio! 🎙️ | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:34:30 | |
Liz McGuire and Jason Lyons are taking over the studio! 🎙️ Tonight, we turn our attention to the global stage. The 2026 World Baseball Classic is right around the corner, and the Blue Jays roster is well-represented. From Vladdy Guerrero Jr. finally suiting up for the Dominican Republic to our newest star Kazuma Okamoto defending the title with Team Japan, the Jays are going to be playing high-intensity baseball before Opening Day even hits. We discuss: - Vladdy’s Return: Why playing for the DR could unlock an MVP start to the season. - The Okamoto Factor: Getting our first look at the new third baseman on the world stage. * The "WBC Bump": Will playing in playoff-atmosphere games in March lead to a "Red Hot" start in April? Join Liz and Jason in the Bar Room as they break down the rosters and make their tournament predictions! 📅 LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST #BlueJays #WBC2026 #WorldBaseballClassic #VladdyJr #TeamDominicana #TeamJapan #KazumaOkamoto #MLB #Toronto #Baseball #SpringTraining #WBC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| From the Riverhawks to the Pros: Mark Ossanna's Journey to the Blue Jays ⚾️ | 29 Jan 2026 | 01:00:16 | |
How does a player go from swinging the bat in the West Coast League to coaching the next generation of Blue Jays prospects in the Dominican Republic? We are joined by the Toronto Blue Jays' newest Dominican Summer League Coach, Mark Ossanna. We dive into his incredible baseball journey, his Canadian family roots, his playing days at Minot State and the Edmonton Riverhawks, to discovering his passion for coaching and player development. In this episode: ⚾️The Path: Mark’s transition from player to professional coach. ⚾️The Role: What it takes to develop raw talent in the Dominican Summer League. ⚾️His advice to young ball players and more 🗣️ Blue Jays News: We break down the latest headlines. Grab a bar stool, maybe an extra pint, and join the conversation right here in the unofficial Blue Jays bar room chat! 🍻 📅 LIVE Tonight @ 7 PM EST Proudly sponsored by J. Birdy Baseball Company - Canada's Baseball Brand #BlueJays #BaseballCoach #DSL #FutureStars #BaseballDevelopment #HittingCoach #MiLB #MinotState #DreamJob #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Spring Training Vibes & Dunedin Nights w/ Actress Taylor Belford | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:59:22 | |
The sun is shining in Dunedin, but some storm clouds are hanging over the Blue Jays front office. ☀️☁️ Tonight, actress and die-hard Blue Jays fan Taylor Belford joins us LIVE to navigate these mixed emotions as we tackle the elephant in the room: The Blue Jays have officially missed out on re-signing Bo Bichette. We get Taylor’s reaction to the news and discuss where the team goes from here without their star shortstop. Plus, we down the "Spring Training Lifestyle." We discuss the best spots to hang out in Dunedin, FL, the magic of Spring baseball, and what it’s actually like to be down south when the team reports. Grab a stool and join us in the Bar Room chat! 🍹⚾️ #BlueJays #SpringTraining #Dunedin #BoBichette #MLB #Baseball #Toronto #Podcast @Taylor.Belford Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Ready to Rock: Spring Training Hype with Silverstein's Shane Told | 17 Jan 2026 | 01:05:29 | |
Spring Training is around the corner, and the volume is dialed up to 11. 🔊 We are live in the Bar Room with Shane Told (Lead Singer of Silverstein) to discuss the Toronto Blue Jays team that looks ready to run it back to the World Series. The front office has been busy, the roster is nearly set, and the anticipation for the 2026 season is at an all-time high. Let's go! Shane brings his "fan-first" passion to the show as we discuss: 🎙️The Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette Signings. 🎙️The biggest storylines heading into Dunedin. 🎙️Expectations for the new-look lineup. 🎙️How it feels to watch the Jays as a touring musician. Don't miss this collision of rock and heavy hitting! Catch us LIVE! 🍺 Have your voice heard in the chat. 📅 LIVE 1/16 @ 7 PM EST / 4PM PST #Silverstein #ShaneTold #BlueJays #Emo #Rock #Baseball #Toronto #BlueJays #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| The AL East Brawl: A 5-Team Melee for the Crown 👑⚔️ | 08 Jan 2026 | 01:01:33 | |
The most competitive division in baseball just got scarier. 😱 This week on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we are joined by the fantastic Jonna Perlinger of Babe's Babe Media (@babesbabes_baseball) to break down the escalation in the American League East. Every single team has reloaded this offseason, and we are staring down the barrel of a historic 5-team melee to crown a victor. In this episode: -The Arms Race: How the Yankees, Orioles, Rays, and Red Sox improved (and how the Jays match up). -The Rivalries: Which matchups are going to be must-watch TV in 2026? -The Verdict: Can five teams really contend for one title? Grab your favorite beverage and tune in. The rivalry talk starts NOW. 🔗 Link in Bio. Sponsored by J. Birdy Baseball Co. 🧢 Use promo code JayBirdPod15 for a discount! #MLB #Baseball #Podcast #Toronto #BlueJays #SpringTraining @jbirdybaseballco Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| INSTANT REACTION: The $60M Man! Kazuma Okamoto Unveiled as a Blue Jay! | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:22:47 | |
Breaking News: Kazuma Okamoto is a Blue Jay! ✍️ Blue Jays Land Okamoto! 🇯🇵➡️🇨🇦 We are live with an instant reaction to the 4-year, $60 million signing of the Japanese slugger. We break down why this 30-year-old power threat is the perfect fit for the Rogers Centre alleys and what this means for the rest of the offseason. On this special edition of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we dive deep into the profile of the 30-year-old slugger. We analyze his transition from the NPB, why his pull-power is a perfect match for the dimensions of the Rogers Centre, and how this signing shifts the balance of power in the AL East. The Jays got their guy. Let's talk about it. #JayBirdWatching #BlueJays #KazumaOkamoto #MLBFreeAgency #Toronto #Jays #LightsUpLetsGo #Baseball @Jbirdybaseballco Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||
| Closing the Tab on 2025: Resolutions, Reflections & The 2026 Blueprint 🍻⚾️ | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:59:26 | |
Grab a pint and pull up a bar stool, the Jay Bird Watching crew is LIVE! Tonight, we’re officially closing the book on a wild 2025 season. We’re pouring one out for the highlights, the playoff memories, and that unforgettable World Series run, before turning the page to 2026. We are joined by a very special guest and out sponsor, Darryl Silverstein of J. Birdy Baseball Co., to help us uncork our "New Year’s Resolutions" for the Blue Jays. What is it going to take to get this team back to the Fall Classic in 2026? In this episode: ⚾️The 2025 Wrap: Our favorite moments and the plays that defined the year. ⚾️October Flashbacks: Reliving the highs and lows of the 2025 Playoffs & World Series. ⚾️New Year, New Jays: The specific goals (and roster moves) needed to win it all in 2026. ⚾️The J. Birdy Story: Talking shop with Darryl Silverstein about baseball culture and gear. Join the conversation, raise a glass, and let’s talk Blue Jays baseball! #BlueJays #LightsUpLetsGo #MLB #NewYearResolution @JBirdyBaseballCo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | |||