Jay Bird Watching

500 EPISODES! Thank you, Blue Jays Nation! Join us for a massive party as we celebrate our landmark 500th weekly episode LIVE!

We are thrilled to welcome our friend and former Toronto Blue Jay, Travis Snider, back to the bar room chat. Join us for a special night as we dive into his incredible baseball stories, answer your fan questions, and celebrate this huge milestone!

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL: To show our appreciation for your support over the last 500 episodes, we are hosting a GIVEAWAY for everyone who tunes in! You absolutely do not want to...

Get Ready, JBW Nation! The bar room is opening early for a special announcement you CANNOT miss!

As the Jay Bird Watching Podcast races toward our landmark 500th Episode, we have a HUGE SURPRISE to reveal to all our loyal listeners tonight! Join us for this special HYPE Edition of the JBW #Podcast

Join the entire JBW crew LIVE Sunday at 7 PM EST as we break the news! Our buddy Darryl Silverstein will be on hand as we take your questions and celebrate this incredible milestone together.

PLUS, a quick reminder of the...

Grab your stool! Tonight, the JBW bar room is diving deep into baseball nostalgia and asking the big question: Was it skill, or was it magic? ✨

Dylan Cease signs big contract with the Blue Jays and the offseason is officially kicked off in a great direction!

The Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew is having some random Blue Jays fun by celebrating the players who blessed us with one totally unforgettable, and often unrepeatable, season of brilliance!

We're pulling out the old highlight reels to discuss the Flashes in the Pan: We look at le...

Grab your stool, your beverage, and prepare to spend! The JBW bar room is officially the center of the MLB offseason and we want to hear from YOU!

The Toronto Blue Jays are fresh off their American League Championship run, and the league is taking notice: insiders are calling Toronto THE offseason destination. This is the moment we've waited for—the front office is positioned to make a massive splash and FINISH THE STORY in 2026!

Join the Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew LIVE to break down the hottest rumors and what it means for the ro...

Pull up a stool, it is story time and the bar room chat is OPEN! 🍻

This week, the Jay Bird Watching Podcast welcomes a true legend to the chat, fan-favorite Blue Jay and broadcaster, Rance Mulliniks!

Rance was a central figure who helped turn the Toronto Blue Jays from an expansion team into a perennial contender, a journey that culminated in the 1992 World Series title. He’s the ultimate "hitter's hitter" and a key part of our franchise history.

We’re sitting down LIVE to hear incredible stories you won't find anywhere else:

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The pain stings, but the future is blindingly bright! ✨

The Toronto Blue Jays showed the entire league they are elite, reaching the World Series and taking the Dodgers to the final out of Game 7. While 2025 didn't finish the story, it set the stage for one hell of a triumphant return in 2026!

Join the Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew as we swap the sorrow for strategy and start planning the next championship run! We're not dwelling on the loss; we’re focused on the work that needs to be done!

Spring Training 98 days away!

It all has come down to this. World Series Game 7: Blue Jays vs. Dodgers for the Commissioner's Trophy.

The Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew, Craig Borden and Jason Lyons, are going LIVE one final time to mentally prepare for the biggest game in a generation. Last regular season episode of the JBW Podcast before offseason programming commences.

We are still recovering from the truly unlucky ending to Game 6. It took a ball getting stuck in a wall and a double play that should never happen for these Dodgers to take the W in Game 6.

The Toronto Blue Jays are ONE WIN AWAY from the World Series title. We are shutting down the trick or treating early and heading to the bar to get ready for possibly the biggest night in Canadian baseball in over 30 years!

We are thrilled to welcome special guests, former Blue Jay and World Series Champion Todd Stottlemyre, and our friend Darryl Silverstein from J. Birdy (Canada's Baseball Brand) to share his insights and to help get amped up before game time!

Join the Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew LIVE for a high-anxiety, pre-game edition of...

After a thrilling Game 4 win powered by Shane Bieber’s masterful pitching and a momentum-shifting blast from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Toronto Blue Jays are back in action and aiming to head home with a 3–2 World Series lead on the #Dodgers

Join the Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew for a live pregame breakdown of all the key moments from Game 4 and a full preview of tonight’s pivotal Game 5 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

We’re joined by special guest and former Blue Jays pitcher Bob File to talk World Series strategy, playoff pressure, and what it...

After an epic 18-inning battle in Game 3, the Toronto Blue Jays are ready to bounce back and even the series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series. With Shane Bieber set to take the mound, Jays Nation is fired up for a pivotal showdown under the bright lights of LA.

Join the Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew for a live pregame breakdown of all the key matchups, storylines, and momentum shifts heading into tonight’s game. We’re honored to welcome Rance Mulliniks, former Blue Jay and fan favorite, to share his insights on t...

The World Series rolls into Los Angeles and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Toronto Blue Jays are locked in and looking to take the series lead against the Dodgers in Game 3. Max Scherzer and Tyler Glasnow are set to face off and it’s a battle of aces under the bright lights of LA.

The Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew will be LIVE as we break down all the key matchups, storylines, and fan energy heading into tonight’s showdown.

We’re joined by special guest Ian Hunter, Blue Jays writer and lifelong fan, to...

The Toronto Blue Jays kept their dream season rolling with an electric 11–4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series! From Barger’s pinch-hit grand slam to Kirk’s clutch blast, the Jays lit up the scoreboard and reminded everyone why this underdog run has captured the hearts of fans across Canada and the world.

Join the Jay Bird Watching crew at 3PM ET as we break down every key moment from Game 1 and preview what’s next in this thrilling World Series matchup. We’re also honored to welcome Maureen Freaney, Mayor of Dunedin...

The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here: Game 1 of the World Series! The Toronto Blue Jays continue their underdog journey, aiming to capture their first championship since 1993 against the powerhouse LA Dodgers.

Join the Jay Bird Watching crew LIVE as we break down all the latest news, key matchups, and storylines leading up to tonight’s big game. We’re excited to welcome special guest and former Blue Jays pitcher Bob File to share his insight, memories, and analysis as the Jays gear up to make history.

Whether you’re fired up or loo...

The Toronto Blue Jays are headed to the World Series, and they did it in legendary fashion. On this episode, we break down the epic series and the crazy Game 7 comeback that sent Jays Nation into a frenzy.

🎤 Special Guest: Darryl Silverstein, founder of J.Birdy Baseball Co.

We’ll cover:

⚾ George Springer’s iconic 3-run homer and what it means for his legacy

🔥 Key moments from the ALCS and how the Jays flipped the script

🧢 Clubhouse chemistry, clutch performances, and the road to victory

⚔️ A full preview of the Worl...

It all comes down to this. One game. One shot at the pennant. On this special LIVE episode of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, Jason and Craig go full barroom mode to preview Game 7 of the ALCS between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners.

We’ll break down:

- ⚾ Key takeaways from Game 6 and momentum shifts

- 🔄 Final roster decisions and pitching matchups

- 🌆 The energy heading into the biggest game of the season

- 💬 Fan-submitted questions, bold predictions, and playoff banter

Pull up a cha...

🎙️ LIVE: Game 6 Showdown – Blue Jays vs. Mariners

The Blue Jays are on the brink and the energy is electric. Join us LIVE as we preview all the action ahead of Game 6 of the ALCS

Toronto looks to bounce back and even the series at 3 against the Seattle Mariners. We’re diving into key matchups, pitching strategy, lineup shakeups, and what it’ll take to force Game 7.

Expect bold takes, fan reactions, and playoff-level intensity from the Jay Bird Watching crew. This is October baseball at full volume.

🧢 #BlueJays #ALDS #postseason #MLB #Baseball #Ligh...

The American League Championship Series is heating up and the Toronto Blue Jays are heading westward for Game 3 against the Seattle Mariners. Tonight we will be LIVE on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast and the crew is going pregame mode! Liz, Jason, and Craig will be breaking down everything fans need to know before first pitch.

We’ll cover:

⚾ Key takeaways from Games 1 & 2 at Rogers Centre

⚾ Roster updates and pitching matchups heading into Game 3

⚾ What shifts now that the series moves to Seattle

⚾ Fan-submitted questions, bold predictions, and playoff banter

🧢 ALCS GAME 1 PREVIEW

The Blue Jays are 4 wins from the pennant and it starts NOW 🔥

🎙️ Jason & Craig go LIVE to break it all down:

⚾ Roster moves, pitching rotation & playoff matchups

⚾ Homefield advantage at SkyDome for Games 1 & 2

⚾ Fan takes, live chat chaos & October energy

📣 It’s the ALCS barroom banter Jays fans live for.

Pull up a chair, crack a cold one, and join the conversation.

📺 Watch LIVE: youtube.com/@birdwatchinggc

#BlueJays #Mariners #ALCS #LightsUpLetsGo #Toronto #Postseason #LiveStream #WantItAll

Jay Bird Watching Podcast LIVE We’re going bar room mode for Game 4 of the ALDS 🔥

🎙️ Special Guest: Darryl Silverstein, founder of J.Birdy, Canada's Baseball Brand

💬 Topics:

⚾ Jays vs Yankees: Series breakdown & Game 4 reactions

⚾ Who’s stepping up, who’s surprising, and who’s got that October edge

⚾ Fan takes, live chat chaos, and playoff vibes

⚾ The clubhouse chemistry that’s got Jays Nation believing

📣 It’s not just a podcast, it’s the Blue Jays fan discussion you’ve always wanted. Pull up a chair, crack a cold one, and join th...

Bonus episode!!!

Join Jason, Craig, and our guest Eric Rosenhek as we recap the good, the bad, and the ugly from ALDS game 3 in the Bronx

The Toronto Blue Jays have officially clinched the AL East and the postseason hype is real. On this week’s Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we’re going LIVE on Wednesday, October 1st at 7PM EST with a very special guest: Shane Told, lead singer of legendary rock band Silverstein and lifelong Jays fan.

We’ll break down:

🏆 How the Jays battled their way to a division title

🔥 The 2025 MLB playoff picture—who’s hot, who’s fading, and who’s built for October

🎤 Shane discusses what has changed with the Blue Jays since his early-se...

The 2025 MLB playoffs are here, and the Toronto Blue Jays are locked in. On this week’s Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we’re joined by one and only Brooke Lazinski (@BrookeKnowsBall) and Joel (Hey_Commy) for a deep dive into what sets the MLB playoff picture. Are the Blue Jays up for postseason success, and how does the rest of the league stack up in the race to the World Series?

We break down:

🔥 Can the Jays gain playoff momentum, and how is this roster built for October?

💣 Key players for October—Trey Yesavage, Bo...

The Toronto Blue Jays are heating up at the perfect time—riding a winning streak, climbing the AL East standings, and injecting fresh energy into the rotation with Trey Yesavage’s electric debut. On tonight’s Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we’re joined by Matt Sookram, editor of Jays Journal, for a deep dive into everything buzzing around the team.

We’ll break down:

- 🔥 The Jays’ recent surge and what’s fueling the streak

- 🧢 Trey Yesavage’s debut: 9 Ks and instant impact

- 📈 The playoff picture in the AL East and Toronto’s path t...

The race to October is officially on and the Toronto Blue Jays are right in the thick of it. With just weeks left in the regular season, the Jays are clinging to first place in the AL East, battling off surging rivals like the Yankees and Red Sox.

We will be LIVE with a very special guest: former Blue Jays reliever Bob File

With the Blue Jays aiming for their first division title since 2015, every game matters and every fan voice counts!

We’ll break down:

🔥 The AL East playoff race and w...

🧢 TONIGHT @ 7PM EST – Jay Bird Watching Podcast LIVE! It’s not just an episode—it’s a full-on Jays Nation takeover 🎤

Check out this amazing night in which we had a bunch of Jays fans in our live chat and we even had our first live show giveaway!!!

📣 Live stream - Open chat.

Your questions, your hot takes, we will be talking it all!

⚾ The August roller coaster ride.

⚾ Will this bullpen survive?

⚾ Who steps up for a deep playoff run?

💬 The chat line is OPEN all night. Craig, Liz...

In this episode of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, hosts Craig Borden, Liz McGuire, and Jason Lyons welcome Pat Malacaro, the voice of the Buffalo Bisons, for an insider look at the Toronto Blue Jays’ minor league system.

🎙️ Topics include:

• Emerging Blue Jays prospects making the leap from Triple-A to MLB

• Behind-the-scenes stories from Pat’s time with the Bisons

• The current state of the Blue Jays roster

• The Jeff Hoffman dilemma

• George Springer’s MVP-level stretch

• Toronto’s fight to hold onto first place in the AL East

Whet...

🚨 LIVE TONIGHT 🚨

The Jays are heating up and the rotation is shifting—join us on Jay Bird Watching Podcast as we break down all the latest Toronto Blue Jays news 🔥

👀 Shane Bieber starts tomorrow in Miami

🧠 Rotation shakeups

💥 Vibes are high, stakes are higher

📺 Tune in LIVE: youtube.com/@birdwatchinggc

🗣️ Drop your questions in the chat—we’re going deep!

#BlueJays #NextLevel #MLB #ShaneBieber #JayBirdWatching #TorontoBaseball #TradeDeadline #LivePodcast #BaseballTalk

🔥 TONIGHT @ 7PM EST – Jay Bird Watching Podcast LIVE!

We’re joined by our friends from @DaveStiebToday to celebrate the legacy of Toronto’s original ace, Dave Stieb—the near no-hitter king, slider master, and one of the greatest Blue Jays of all time. 🧢⚾

🎙️ What’s on deck:

📜 Stieb's career-defining moments & near-perfect heartbreaks

🏆 Stieb’s impact on Jays history & pitching culture

📈 Latest team news:

— The road trip to LA

— Series vs the Cubs

— Trey Yesavage promoted again!

— Injury and other news updates

💬 Join the live chat, drop your quest...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: LIVE Tonight @ 7PM EST!

🔥 We’re joined by Matt Sookram of Jays Journal to break down the hottest

Blue Jays headlines:

💥 Bo Bichette goes full beast mode in Colorado as team offense gets hot!

💣 Daulton Varsho returns from injury and launches moonshots like he never left

🧠 Max Scherzer turns back the clock—vintage Mad Max is dealing

⚾ Road trip leads to the Dodgers this weekend!

📊 Trade deadline results, playoff momentum, and lineup chemistry—don’t miss this one!

🎧 Watch LIVE: youtube.com/@birdwatching...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Trade Deadline Madness with Thomas Hall! ⚾💣

🎙️ Tonight’s LIVE Episode: The MLB Trade Deadline is here and the rumors are flying! Join the JBW crew and special guest Thomas Hall as we break down the biggest moves, wildest rumors, and what it all means for the Toronto Blue Jays. Will the Jays make a splash? Who’s on the move? We’ve got the insight you need! 🧢🔥

📋 What’s on Deck:

💥 Latest trades, targets & deadline buzz

⚾ How the Blue Jays are positioning themselves for the stretch run

🧠 Thomas Hall’s expert analysi...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Travis Snider LIVE – Playoff Push, Trade Buzz & Mindset Mastery! ⚾🧠

🎙️ This Week’s Episode:

We’re going LIVE with former Blue Jays outfielder Travis Snider as Toronto fights for a playoff spot! From trade deadline talk to clubhouse perspective, Travis brings the heat—and he’s ready to answer YOUR questions in the live chat! 💬🔥

📋 What’s in the Lineup:

⚾ Inside the Blue Jays’ playoff chase—can they keep climbing?

🧢 Travis Snider’s personal insights from his MLB journey

🧠 Spotlight on 3A Athletics—empowering youth athletes to master their mindset

📊 Tr...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: From Struggles to First Place – The Jays Are Rolling! ⚾🚀

🎙️ Tonight’s Episode: The Toronto Blue Jays have flipped the script! From a shaky start to finishing in 1st place before the All-Star break, this team is proving they’re built to contend—and MLB insiders believe a big splash is coming. The JBW crew is going LIVE to break it all down! 🧢🔥

📋 What’s on Deck:

📉 Early-season frustrations—what wasn’t clicking?

💪 Key turning points, breakout players & chemistry shifts

🔮 What’s next? Trade deadline buzz & bold predictions for the second half

⭐ A...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: The Jays Are on 🔟 FIRE! ⚾🔥

🎙️ Live Tonight: The Toronto Blue Jays have won 10 straight and climbed to 1st place in the AL East—and we’re breaking it all down with our good friend Anthony from Major League Brews! With Springer slamming, Barger breaking out, and the All-Star Game right around the corner, it’s time to turn up the energy and talk October dreams. 🧢💥

📋 What’s on Deck:

🔥 How the Jays pulled off a 10-game heater and took the top spot

⚾ George Springer, Addison Barger & the breakout performances fueling the surg...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Blue Jays vs. Yankees – The Division Showdown Begins! ⚾🔥

🎙️ The Toronto Blue Jays are charging into the AL East title race, and the fireworks are starting early this Canada Day week as they take on the New York Yankees! With momentum on their side and a roster ready to go toe-to-toe with the division’s best, the Jays are making a statement—and we’re breaking it all down LIVE with Craig Borden and Jason Lyons! 🧢

📋 What’s on Deck:

⚾ Can the Jays close the gap and take control of the division race?

🔥 Play...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Max Scherzer Returns to the Jays! ⚾🔥

🎙️ This Week’s Live Episode: The wait is over—Max Scherzer is BACK on the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays, and we’re going LIVE as it all unfolds! What can fans expect from the three-time Cy Young winner? Is this the moment that supercharges the Jays’ postseason push? 🧢💪

📋 What We’re Covering:

🔥 Mad Max’s return start—what does it mean for the rotation and the clubhouse?

⚾ How Scherzer fits into the Blue Jays’ current momentum?

📊 The impact of an ace returning mid-season—can this...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Blue Jays Ready To Cause Chaos In AL East ⚾🔥

🎙️ Tonight’s Episode: The Toronto Blue Jays are back in the fight, winning 5 of their last 6 series and proving they’re a real threat in the AL East! With the Yankees within striking distance, could the Jays overtake them and make a serious run at the top? We’re breaking down what needs to happen for Toronto to pull it off! 🧢🚀

📋 What’s on Deck:

⚾ The Blue Jays’ recent hot streak—what’s fueling their success?

🔥 Key matchups, clutch performances & the road ahead

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Baseball, Blue Jays & The Future of Trading Cards! ⚾💎

🎙️ This Week’s Episode: We’re diving into Toronto Blue Jays news, baseball updates, and the world of trading card collecting with special guest Brian Pirrip, founder of M1NT—the game-changer in high-end sports and graded card cases! 🏆✨

📋 What’s on Deck:

⚾ Blue Jays latest news & season updates—can they make a push?

💰 M1NT’s mission to shake up graded card collecting—premium cases, game-changing designs!

🎴 The evolution of sports collectibles—how the Hobby is moving forward

🍻 Bar room chat for Jay...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Blue Jays vs. Phillies Matchup With Guest Bob File! ⚾🔥

🎙️ Tonight’s Episode: The Blue Jays and Phillies are facing off in a high-stakes series, and we’ve got the perfect guest to break it all down—former Blue Jays pitcher Bob File! 🧢✨ Growing up a Phillies fan, Bob brings a unique perspective on this matchup, diving into the current battles and the historic rivalry that started in the 1993 World Series!

📋 What’s on Deck:

⚾ Jays vs. Phillies series breakdown—who has the edge over the next couple weeks?

🔥 Bob File’s take on playing fo...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast with special guest Shane Told: Baseball Meets Rock & Roll! 🎸⚾

🎙️ LIVE on May 28: We’re amping up the volume to 11 with Shane Told, the lead singer of Silverstein. He joins us on the Jay Bird Watching to talk music, baseball, and the Toronto Blue Jays! 🧢🔥

📋 What’s on Deck:

🎤 Shane’s passion for screaming for the Jays & on stage with Silverstein

🎸What drives Shane in his music as Silverstein celebrates 25 Years Of Noise on Tour

🚀 The crossover between rock & baseball culture

⚾ His favorite players, most memorable games, and die-hard fand...

🔵 Jay Bird Watching Podcast: Blue Jays Prospects & Broadcasting with Tyler Zickel! ⚾🎙️

🎙️ Tonight’s Episode: We’re diving deep into the Toronto Blue Jays’ farm system, Nat Bailey Stadium, and the world of pro baseball broadcasting with special guest Tyler Zickel, the voice of the Vancouver Canadians! 🧢🔥

📋 What’s on Deck:

🎤 What it’s like to be behind the microphone for a pro baseball team

🌟 The top Blue Jays prospects making waves in the minors

🏟️ Nat Bailey Stadium stories & why it’s one of the most unique ballparks in the game

⚾ Rising stars—who’s on track to ma...