On this week’s Exit Philosophy, Mal and Griff welcome MLB.com Blue Jays beat writer and author Keegan Matheson as guest co-host for a wide-ranging discussion concerning the Toronto Blue Jays and their push for the American League Wild Card.
Blue Jays fans are on a rollercoaster of hope and despair depending on the previous day’s result. Not healthy. With the postseason race heating up, has the Blue Jays’ recent surge made them the favourite to claim the final AL Wild Card spot? The boys break down the Jays’ playoff chances, the starting rotation, bullpen workload, injuries, and the unmistakeable impact of the team’s emerging rookies.
Keegan brings a fresh perspective on what has been one of the busiest bullpens in the American League, the Blue Jays’ pitching depth, and the players making an impact down the stretch. Plus, a closer look at what makes Brett Bateman so special and, of course, plenty of discussion about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
The episode also begins with personal reflections and memories of September 11, 2001, before turning to the Blue Jays’ increasingly fascinating October chase.
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Blue Jays fans on emotional rollercoaster as wildcard race heats up
Mixed opinions on Jays chances lead the way as Keegan Matthews joins in
