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Artificial Turf Wars Ep. 81: Dreamers and Schemers

Episode 81 Greg and Josh discuss the recent Jays and MLB News including the seemingly bizarre J.D. Martinez-Blue Jays rumour and different routes the Blue Jays could go this offseason, the recent 40-man additions, the trade for Gift Ngoepe, the latest, seemingly final twist in the Shohei Ohtani posting saga, and the heavy sanctions laid […]

May 6, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Gift Ngoepe (61) advances to third base against the Milwaukee Brewers during the tenth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Gift Ngoepe Traded To Blue Jays, Pun Lovers Rejoice

Only a few short hours (maybe minutes?) after losing Rob Refsnyder to a waiver claim by Cleveland, the Blue Jays added some middle infield depth from The Pittsburgh Pirates via trade. #BlueJays acquire 2B Gift Ngoepe from #Pirates for player to be named or cash. — Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) November 20, 2017 Gift is the […]

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Why It’s Important to Have a Great Team Mascot

When I detail the value and importance of a team mascot, I typically receive one of two reactions. Those who think it is silly and irrelevant smile condescendingly, and those who get it, who understand how important the mascot is to the development of the team’s brand, and how rigorous the actual job is for the […]