Designated For Assignment

Each week, host Josh Goldberg will dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Just Like That, It's Over

Josh recaps the Blue Jays' disastrous postseason performance in a sweep at the hands of the Minnesota Twins. We talk about the team's continued lack of offensive production, John Schneider's decision to pull José Berríos, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s blunder at second base, and what changes might be in store in the offseason. Thanks for listening all season!Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-05
37:26

The Playoffs Are Here

On this episode, Josh talks about the winding road to the postseason before previewing the wild-card series against the Minnesota Twins. We break down who has the edge in the important positional battles, what the Blue Jays lineup might look like, rotation configuration, and take some of your listener questions.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-02
31:23

Bassitt Saves The Day

On this episode, Josh recaps Chris Bassitt's series-saving gem against the Yankees after consecutive shutouts. We also chat about Brandon Belt wanting noise, Cavan Biggio's versatility, and why Daulton Varsho might be built for the postseason.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-29
14:54

Conquered The Trop

On this episode, Josh recaps a strong weekend performance for the Blue Jays against the Rays at Tropicana Field. We also dive into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s recent power surge, George Springer's defensive performance, and what Brandon Belt's impending return might mean for the lineup.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-25
22:48

The Blue Jays Handle Business In The Bronx

On this episode, Josh recaps the Blue Jays' important series victory over the Yankees. We also discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s knee injury, continued offensive inconsistencies, Cavan Biggio's continued success, and tee up a big weekend series at Tropicana Field against the Tampa Bay Rays.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-22
14:38

Expect The Unexpected

On this week's episode, Josh recaps another twist in the wild Blue Jays season, as they sweep the Red Sox after getting embarrassed by the Rangers. We also discuss Vladdy's recent power surge, struggles for Bichette, Springer, and Schneider, as well as thoughts on Matt Chapman's future and the qualifying offer question.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-18
31:52

The Blue Jays Get Embarrassed By Texas

On this mini episode, Josh recaps a truly disastrous four-game sweep at the hands of the Texas Rangers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-15
10:45

Bring On The Rangers

On this week's episode, Josh recaps a very successful weekend sweep of the Royals and sets the table for a crucial four-game series against the Texas Rangers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-11
27:45

You Don't Ask How, You Ask How Many

On this week's episode, Josh recaps another eventful week for the Blue Jays, including some stressful moments in Colorado and Oakland. We dive into the success of Ernie Clement and Spencer Horwitz at the plate and why everyone will forget a less than stellar regular season if the Blue Jays make a run in October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-05
35:52

The Blue Jays Lose Ground

On this week's episode, Josh recaps a disappointing 2-4 week for the Blue Jays with series losses to Baltimore and Cleveland. We discuss some questionable managerial decisions, more struggles with runners in scoring position, and some of the reasons this season has been so frustrating.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-28
28:10

The Blue Jays Conquer Cincinnati

On this week's episode, Josh recaps the Blue Jays' series win over the Reds, another strong start for Hyun Jin Ryu, the latest on Alek Manoah, the decision to DFA Paul DeJong, and Daulton Varsho's recent hot streak at the plate.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-21
30:12

The AL Wild-Card Race Is Heating Up

On this episode, Josh recaps an up and down week for the Blue Jays against the Guardians and Cubs. We dive into the decision to send Alek Manoah down to Triple-A, Hyun Jin Ryu's encouraging return to the rotation, and talk about Jose Bautista's incredible Level of Excellence ceremony.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-13
31:49

Davis Schneider Puts On A Show At Fenway

On this episode, Josh recaps the Blue Jays' sweep of the Red Sox at Fenway Park and a historic debut performance from Davis Schneider. We also dive into Brandon Belt's offensive important, a rebound from George Springer, the impressive depth of the bullpen, and assess the potential fit of a certain Oakland Athletics outfielder.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-07
28:01

The Trade Deadline Is In The Books

Josh recaps what the Blue Jays did at the trade deadline, if they should have been more aggressive and how the roster stacks up for the stretch run. We also dive into the team's continued struggles within the AL East and George Springer's confounding slump at the plate.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-02
21:36

The Blue Jays Bolster The Bullpen

On this week's episode, Josh dives into the Blue Jays' acquisition of reliever Jordan Hicks from the St. Louis Cardinals. We discuss how Hicks fits in the bullpen, Jordan Romano's concerning back injury, what else the team might do at the trade deadline, Genesis Cabrera's continued success, and more frustration with runners in scoring position.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-30
32:21

More Trouble At Tropicana Field West

On this week's episode, Josh recaps another stressful series at the Tropicana Field of the west coast: T-Mobile Park in Seattle. We dive into a hiccup for the bullpen, an uneven week for Alek Manoah, and what Genesis Cabrera brings to the table.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-24
37:30

The Blue Jays Come Roaring Out Of The Break

On this week's episode, Josh recaps a terrific weekend sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks following the All-Star break. We also dive into the continued success out of the bullpen, the state of the team's rotation depth, and what a not so memorable weekend for Mitch White might mean for his spot on the roster moving forward.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-17
34:35

The Blue Jays Hit The Break

On this week's episode, Josh takes a look at where the Blue Jays stand at the All-Star break. We also dive into Alek Manoah's strong return start against the Tigers and the up-and-down weekend at the plate in Detroit. Josh also has one word to describe the first-half of the season for the 2023 Blue Jays.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-10
33:10

The Blue Jays' AL East Nightmare

On this week's episode, Josh dives into the continued struggles against teams in the AL East and how costly it might be in the Blue Jays' pursuit of a playoff spot. We also dive into Toronto's power outage at the plate, why the trade deadline will be fascinating, giving Tim Mayza some praise, and close out the show handing out a midseason grade for the 2023 Blue Jays.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-02
31:36

King-Kuchi Reigns Supreme

Josh is joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath for this week's episode. They discuss the continued resurgence of Yusei Kikuchi, a strong weekend performance for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Matt Chapman showing signs of life at the plate, and what the team might do with the fifth rotation spot moving forward. Josh and Kaitlyn also chat about Brandon Belt's importance before assessing the club at the halfway point of the season before sizing up what the Blue Jays might do at the trade deadline.Music by penguinmusic from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-26
01:05:25

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