Locked On Blue Jays - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Blue Jays

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Locked On Blue Jays podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Toronto Blue Jays and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Brayden Ewasko and Carter Fuerst, the Locked On Blue Jays podcast provides your daily Blue Jays fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Blue Jays franchise. Locked On Blue Jays takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Jays locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Blue Ja...

WHY Does Everyone Continue To *DOUBT* The Toronto Blue Jays? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#414
Today at 9:00 AM

The Toronto Blue Jays are unable to come back against the Tampa Bay Rays as they lose the third game of the series 2-1. Kevin Gausman was very good once again, but the offense was unable to put up much of a fight, only gathering four hits in the contest. Blue Jays fans have the tendency to overreact to losses and underperformances at times, so we decided to discuss why that is right here on this episode. We’ll go over the key moments from this game while bringing you the most up-to-date news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Ja...


HOW Did This *CONTROVERSIAL* Call NOT Get Overturned? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#413
Yesterday at 9:00 AM

The Toronto Blue Jays magic number to win the American League East is now down to six as the Jays hold on in the late innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. There was some controversy from this game in a home run call by Brandan Lowe, which looked like clear fan interference but was still ruled as a home run, but that ultimately did not matter in the big picture. That home run was the only damage José Berrios would give up in his effort, as the Blue Jays have now won six games in a row. It’s alo...


Trey Yesavage Put MLB On NOTICE With A *SHOCKING* Performance… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#412
Last Tuesday at 9:00 AM

Trey Yesavage has entered the building, a d he has completely broken the door down as he dominates the Tampa Bay Rays in a 2-1 extra innings win. Trey Yesavage set an MLB record with the highest whiff percentage in a starting pitchers debut along with multiple franchise records in his 5 inning outing. The bullpen carried out the momentum as they were able to limit damage and work out of jams throughout their six innings of shutout baseball. The Blue Jays were able to score in extra innings to extend their lead in the AL East with some help...


The Blue Jays Have FOUND Their SECRET WEAPON…. | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#411
Last Monday at 9:00 AM

What a weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays as they sweep the Baltimore Orioles and get some massive breaking news about the Blue Jays top pitching prospect: Trey Yesavage. There is so much to talk about surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays, with a playoff push and some huge decisions that will need to be made as season continues to dwindle down. In this episode, we dive into our expectations for Trey Yesavage in his first MLB start, discuss the comments made by Brian Roberts about Blue Jays fans, as well as break down the big moments from the weekend...


*THIS* Is What We Have ALL Been WAITING For… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#410
Last Friday at 9:00 AM

The Toronto Blue Jays wipe the floor with the Houston Astros in the third game of the series, beating them 6-0. Kevin Gausman. What an outing from the Blue Jays starting pitcher as he pitches a complete game shutout, as he dominates the Astros hitters and took the game out of the bullpens hands. This is the game people have wanted to see from the Blue Jays: a playoff feel, great starting pitching and clutch hits throughout the entire baseball game. It was a great series, and there is so much to discuss. We bring you all the key...


Are The Blue Jays *OVERDUE* For CHANGE? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#409
09/11/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays were unable to come away with a win Wednesday night as a late inning home run put the Astros on top. The bats did not show up in this game until the 8th inning and put a-lot of pressure on the pitching throughout this performance. Unfortunately, Jeff Hoffman was once again the relief pitcher who blew the game which has shot him right back into the spotlight. In this episode, we talk about the closing situation once again, shedding a new light on a possible solution the Blue Jays could undertake, as well as break...


We *DID NOT* Expect The Blue Jays To Pull This Off… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#408
09/10/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays win a wild won at the Rogers Centre with some late game heroics from IKF and Tyler Heinemann to give them the victory in extra innings. The Blue Jays we’re getting no-hit through the first five innings, but were once again able to show resilience and come out with another important win. In this episode, we break down the key moments in the come back win as well as discuss the updates on the situations with Bo Bichette and Anthony Santander, while even going over a quote directly from Buck Martinez about the New Yo...


Are The Toronto Blue Jays Set Up To *WIN* The AL? Blue Jays Rumours and Breakdown
#407
09/09/2025

With the Toronto Blue Jays coming off an off day, Brayden Ewasko and Carter Fuerst break down a few of the team's remaining schedules. What is the Toronto Blue Jays' magic number for wins to win the AL East? We talk the possible return of Anthony Santander and as always, we have the series preview, which Brayden calls a must-win series for the first time all season. Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton...


It’s Happening Again… The Blue Jays Are *TIPPING PITCHES* | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#406
09/08/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays lose the most important series of the year against the New York Yankees, dropping the rubber match of the series 4-3. The Blue a jays could have put a nail in the coffin on the Yankees hopes of winning the AL East with a series sweep, but were unable to pull it off due to a few unexpected factors. There were a ton of key storylines from over the weekend, and we are excited to talk about all of them on todays episode. We bring you all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this weekend...


The LONG Awaited Return Is *ALMOS T* HERE…. | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#405
09/05/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays are heading into their biggest series of the year, hoping to bring in some reinforcements down the stretch. Anthony Santander is rumoured to return to the lineup during the Tampa Bay Rays series, which would make him an option late in the regular season and during the playoffs, while Trey Yesavage has continued to have strong outings and could also be thrown into the mix. There is a lot of uncertainty in Toronto Blue Jays land, and we look to answer some of those questions on todays episode. We bring you all the key moments...


Do YOU *BELIEVE* In The Toronto Blue Jays? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#404
09/04/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays are able to pull off a another win in a shootout, as they take the rubber match of the series 13-9. Shane Bieber showed us that he is human today as he got hit around in the second inning, but that was no match for the home run onslaught that was about to occur. The Jays hit five home runs in this game which propelled them to their huge offensive explosion. This was a huge win as the Blue Jays hope to carry their momentum into the off day, and then into New York as...


*HOW* Does This Keep HAPPENING?… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#403
09/03/2025

What a wild night for the Toronto Blue Jays, as a roller coaster ride ends the night with a 12-9 Blue Jays victory, carried off the backs

of George Springer, Bo Bichette and the rest of the offense. The pitching struggled once again, as they gave up runs in multiple innings, never allowing the Blue Jays to

run away with this baseball game.

This was a huge win, and we break down all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this game while bringing you the most up to date news and analysis right...


The Toronto Blue Jays Are In BIG *TROUBLE*… WHAT Should They Do? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#402
09/02/2025

Things keep getting worse for the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen. In one of the most devastating losses of the season, the Blue Jays manage to blow another game after some late game heroics from Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho put them ahead by 2 going into the bottom of the ninth. The bullpen has been a massive issue this past month, and we discuss what needs to be done to help overcome this horrific stretch. We break down all the key moments, highlights, storylines from this game while bringing you the most up to date news and analysis right here...


This Needs To CHANGE *IMMEDIATELY* If The Blue Jays Want to WIN The AL East…. | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#401
09/01/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to salvage a series against the Milwaukee Brewers but still end up losing the series 2-1. The bullpen continued to be a problem in this series, with another Jeff Hoffman blowup to headline Saturday’s game. Many fans are starting to worry about the bullpen’s performance, as they have not been able to keep the Blue Jays in games the last couple of weeks. So much news came out regarding injury updates, roster moves, new signings and more, and we’ll break it all down right here on Locked On Blue Jays. We bre...


MLB SQUAD SHOW! BOMBSHELL: Phillies' Kyle Schwarber CRUSHES 4 Homers | Is He the NEW Home Run KING?
#399
08/29/2025

MLB playoff races heat up as Kyle Schwarber's 4-homer game stuns the league. Is this the most impressive offensive performance of the season?

Jeff Carr and the squad break down the latest developments in the American and National League playoff hunts. The hosts debate the difficulty of hitting for the cycle versus a 4-homer game, analyzing Schwarber's recent feat and its historical context. The conversation shifts to a heated MVP discussion, pitting Yankees slugger Aaron Judge against Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh.

Tune in for expert analysis on playoff positioning, offensive explosions, and the factors that...


Will The Blue Jays Establish Themselves As *PRETENDERS* Or *CONTENDERS* | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#400
08/29/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays have a huge test over the weekend, as they play the Milwaukee Brewers in a three game set over the weekend. Many fans are speculating about this series, using it as a benchmark to gage their abilities in a future playoff series. The Blue Jays reworked their starting rotation to have their best pitchers available for this series. Shane Bieber takes the mound for the first game of the series, as the Blue Jays look to assert themselves as a strong World Series contender. In this episode, we break down all the key moments, highlights...


A Huge Blue Jays *COMEBACK* And Jeff Hoffmans Revenge Game | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#398
08/28/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to pull off a series win with a huge 8th inning hit from Addison Barger and a second attempt save from Jeff Hoffman... Oh and don't forget a 2 Home Run day from Davis Schneider! Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Brayden Fisher, Max Scherzer, Leo Jimenez, Davis Schneider, Ernie Clement, Jake Bloss, Nick Sandlin, Bowden Francis, Joey Loperfido, Orelvis Martinez, Ricky Tiedemann, Addison Barger...


THIS *CAN NOT* Keep Happening To The Toronto Blue Jays… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#397
08/27/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays lose a heartbreaker to the Minnesota Twins as they drop the second game of the series 7-5. Unfortunately, we have had this conversation before, but it has worked it’s way back into the spotlight. There was been increasing support from the Blue Jays fan base in wanting Jeff Hoffman to be removed from his closing role, as he has not been consistent this season and has blown SEVEN saves. There were positives to take from this series, but one question has to be answered: Who should close out baseball games for the Toronto Blue Ja...


The Blue Jays SILENCE The *DOUBTERS* With This Performance… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#396
08/26/2025

The Blue Jays took care of business against the Minnesota Twins as they score 10 runs in a 10-4 victory at the Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays squashed the rumours about them not being to hit good pitching as they pieced up Joe Ryan for six runs over five innings, with some moon bombs from Alejandro Kirk and Andres Giminez. Max Scherzer continued to pitch well as he makes his case to start a playoff game in October. This was a great team win, and it puts the Toronto Blue Jays in a great spot to win a series. We b...


The Blue Jays *SHOWCASE* Their New Secret Weapon… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#395
08/25/2025

What a whirlwind of a weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays, as they won the series against the Miami Marlins. Shane Bieber was unbelievable in his first start, going six innings and punching out nine batters. There were so many great things that arose from this series, with huge swings, big pitches and clutch moments. In this episode, we break down all the highlights from this series, and discuss all the new information surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays. We bring you all the key moments, news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Jays right here on Locked On Blue Jays. 


Blue Jays Prospect: Kai Peterson Interview
#392
08/23/2025

Kai Peterson joins the show as we discuss his recent promotion to Double A, his journey to being drafted, and his gameday prep! Your current Toronto Blue Jays roster: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, Yimi Garcia, Anthony Santander, Alek Manoah, Jeff Hoffman, Yariel Rodriguez, George Springer, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Andres Gimenez, Daulton Varsho, Alejandro Kirk, Brayden Fisher, Max Scherzer, Leo Jimenez, Davis Schneider, Ernie Clement, Jake Bloss, Nick Sandlin, Bowden Francis, Joey Loperfido, Orelvis Martinez, Ricky Tiedemann, Addison Barger, Nathan Lukes, Seranthony Dominguez, Christian Bethancourt, Louis Varland, Tommy Nance, Jonatan Clase, Tyler Heineman , Myles Straw, Shane...


MLB SQUAD SHOW! UPROAR: MLB's Expansion Targets REVEALED | Will Your City Make the FINAL Cut?
#393
08/22/2025

This week, our panel of experts from across the Locked On MLB network tackles the big news that Rob Manfred teased, big changes could be coming to baseball. More teams, realignment of the divisions and maybe even more? Is this good or bad news for the future of the game? 

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What Is The *EXPECTATION* For Shane Beiber’s First Start For The Toronto Blue Jays? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#394
08/22/2025

The time has come. Shane Beiber is back and is making his first start for the Toronto Blue Jays. The expectation is high for the previous Cy Young award winner as fans are looking to see flashes of his old self and I progress towards making a playoff start for the Toronto Blue Jays. The anticipation is through the roof, and we’re excited to break down our expectations right here. We then answer your questions and comments about what the future looks like for this Blue Jays organization. We bring you all the key moments, news and storylines su...


This Roster Move Was Completely UNEXPECTED… *WHAT* Does This Mean? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#391
08/21/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays offense did not show up as they were only able to score one run on three hits.  It is never fun to lose a series to a team almost 20 games below .500, but that is the beauty of baseball. There was a surprising roster move made by the Blue Jays that may shake up the way this pitching staff is used for the short future. In this episode, we break down the effects of this roster move and discuss if this was a smart move for the Blue Jays, while bringing you all the key moments, n...


Has Max Scherzer *EARNED* A Spot In The Playoff Rotation? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#390
08/20/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays bounce back and win the second game of the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3. Max Scherzer has continued to put up great numbers in his last few starts, which has lead to many conversations about what the future of this starting staff is going to look like, not only down the stretch in the regular season but in the playoffs as well. If Max Scherzer can still healthy and continue to pitch effectively, would you be comfortable starting him in a playoff game? In this episode, we break down all the possibilities while bringing...


Tommy Pham *CALLS OUT* The Toronto Blue Jays… WHAT IS HAPPENING? | Blue Jays Rumours
#389
08/19/2025

Who would’ve thought there would have been this many fireworks in one game agains the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Toronto Blue Jays were not able to come out with a victory, but that is not the main storyline from this game. Tommy Pham and Tyler Heineman got into a heated exchange after a 4 pitch walk to Pham, as the benches cleared in the 7th inning. The best part is, that wasn’t the crazy part. There is so much to talk about from the first game of the series, from the benches clearing, to a scary injury, all the way...


*WHO* Would Have Thought THIS Was Going To Happen? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#388
08/18/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays continue rolling as they win the series against the Texas Rangers 2-1. This was a crazy series, as a lot of unexpected things happened that we may not see for a very long time. Alejandro Kirk and Myles Straw had their best games of the season over this weekend, and it was a ton of fun to watch. Vladimir Guerrero Jr is back, the bottom of the order is contributing and the starting pitching seems to get better every week. There is so much to talk about from over the weekend, as the Blue Jays...


MLB SQUAD SHOW COLLAPSE: Big market teams STUNNING fall from Grace Leaves Playoff Dreams in TATTERS
#386
08/15/2025

Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis?

Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under fire, while playoff predictions spark heated debate. Sully argues the current MLB economic structure pits "28 teams against the Mets and the Dodgers," potentially leading to future labor disputes.


 

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These ADDITIONS Could Be The *DIFFERENCE* For The Toronto Blue Jays… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#387
08/15/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays were able to win a series against the Chicago Cubs who are known for their prolific offense, by scoring a measly 8 runs through the three-game series. Vladimir Guerrero Jr is all the way back, launching a curveball over the wall to give the Blue Jays just enough offense to fend off the Cubs. Max Scherzer has looked like a demon in his last five games, which has really helped provide stability in the starting rotation. It is still known that the Blue Jays starting pitching is their weak point, but help is on the way...


This *UNDERWHELMING* Performance Raises QUESTIONS About The Toronto Blue Jays… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#385
08/14/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays drop the second game of the series against the Chicago Cubs 4-1. This was a reverse of the first game, as the Blue Jays were unable to muster any offense, with Cade Horton carrying a no-hitter into the 6th inning of todays game. Kevin Gausman gave us a great performance, giving up some hard contact but went seven innings and was very efficient. This was a stinker for the Blue Jays, and we’ll discuss how it happened by by bringing you all the key moments, news and storylines surrounding everything Blue Jays right here on...


WHERE Did All This *PRODUCTION* Come From? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#384
08/13/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays start the home stand on the right foot with a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Ernie Clement continues to have insane production, hitting a home run in 3 consecutive games and making it hard for John Schneider to keep him out of the lineup. Jose Berrios had to battle today, but was about to give the Blue Jays a great outing, not allowing a single run over his five and a third innings. The Blue Jays are now the first team in the American League to reach 70 wins, as they look to continue their stellar...


The Blue Jays Are Forced To Make A *TOUGH* Decision… | Blue Jays Rumours
#383
08/12/2025

We have had this conversation about the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen a few times this year, but this time is a little different. Jeff Hoffman has been the Blue Jays closer all season, but with his recent performances many fans are questioning whether Hoffman should remain the sole closer for this pitching staff. With the additions at the trade deadline, there is not an obvious replacement, so we decided to break down how we think the Blue Jays should handle this situation and who we believe should be the Jays closer down the stretch. We bring you all the...


*HOW* Did The Blue Jays Pull This Off? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#382
08/11/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays salvage a series by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the last game 5-4, but ultimately lose the series 2-1. This was our first taste of what felt like playoff baseball, as these two division leaders went toe to toe over the weekend playing in some very close games. The Blue Jays pitching was not great in this series, allowing far too many walks and missing over the middle consistently against a strong Dodgers lineup. There were a lot of things to take away from this series, and we discuss our main points of interest...


MLB SQUAD SHOW: Playoff Race Heats Up: Contenders, Pretenders, and Bubble Teams
#381
08/08/2025

The Milwaukee Brewers are on fire, boasting a 41-15 record in their last 60 games. Can they maintain this momentum into October? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the Brewers' success, including unexpected contributions from players like Isaac Collins. The American League playoff picture remains murky, with teams like the Blue Jays, Mariners, and Astros vying for position. Which AL team has the most complete roster? The hosts debate the strengths and weaknesses of bubble teams, including the Cincinnati Reds and their potential late-season surge.

Tune in for expert insights on how late-season performance could...


These Decisions Could Change *EVERYTHING* For The Blue Jays… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#381
08/08/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays sit in a very good spot, sitting with the best record in the American League. While they still have a-lot of work to do during the rest of this season. The Blue Jays are playing good baseball, but it could get even better with a few players slated to come off the injured list sooner than later. The Blue Jays front office and John Schneider will have some important decisions to make that could effect the trajectory of their season. In this episode, we talk about the roster decisions that will need to be made...


The Blue Jays Have Done It Again.. *RECORD BREAKING* Performance | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#380
08/07/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays demolish the Colorado Rockies, scoring twenty runs in an onslaught at Coors Field. The Blue Jays set franchise records with their highest run and hit totals ever in a three game series. Bo Bichette, Daulton Varsho, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Nathan Lukes and Ernie Clement all had legacy weeks in Denver, taking advantage of the favourable conditions. This series was a lot of fun, and we discuss all the great moments from these three games, as well as what to take away in the big picture from a series against the worst team in baseball. We...


*NOBODY* Could Have PREDICTED This… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#379
08/06/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays have beaten the Colorado Rockies in the second game of the series 10-4. Today was the day of Daulton Varsho as he had 10 total bases and 6 RBI in the winning effort, reminding people how important he is to this team. There were some antics in this game as tensions rose in the 6th inning when multiple players were hit by pitchers, one player on each respective team. The Blue Jays did what they needed to do against the team with the worst record in baseball: beat the brakes off them. We discuss how it went...


The Blue Jays NEED To Take Advantage Of This While They Still Can… | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#378
08/05/2025

The Toronto Blue Jays Blue Jays demolished the Colorado Rockies in the first game of the series 15-1. This was the fourth time ever the Blue Jays have accumulated 25 hits in a baseball game, with every single Blue Jays starter having a hit by the end of the third inning. Eric Lauer was great once again, and the Blue Jays were able to take advantage of the worst team in all of baseball. In this episode, we break down all the key moments and highlights while providing you the most up to date news and storylines right here on...


The Toronto Blue Jays Have *LOST* Two Consecutive Series… WHAT Is Going Wrong? | Blue Jays Rumours & Breakdown
#377
08/04/2025

Toronto Blue Jays have lost to the Kansas City Royals in the rubber match 7-4. This is the first time the Blue Jays have lost back to back series since May 18th. Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt had great performances, but the Jays were unable to put it all together. In this episode, we are joined by Dallon Wilton to discuss the series against the Kansas City Royals, and what went wrong for the Blue Jays in these last two series. In this episode, we break down all three games of this series while giving you all the rumours...


MLB SQUAD SHOW CHAOS: Trade Deadline FRENZY Reshapes MLB Landscape
#375
08/01/2025

MLB SQUAD SHOW CHAOS: Trade Deadline FRENZY Reshapes MLB Landscape

Several teams stun with a flurry of deadline deals, while others leave fans scratching their heads. Our hosts break down which clubs had a successful deadline, especially the teams that got multiple players without sacrificing top prospects. Plus, roster overhauls, trading away local favorites, spark frustration among some fanbases.

Tune in for expert analysis on how these moves reshape the MLB landscape and impact playoff races.

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