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Artificial Turf Wars Ep. 22: Joaquin a Fine Line

Dr Mike Sonne rejoins the podcast to discuss his latest study. The talk (and piece) focuses on different stresses on pitchers that suggest a move to the bullpen for Aaron Sanchez may not make sense. Greg and Josh also discuss the trades for Melvin Upton Jr. and Joaquin Benoit, some quirks from the 12 inning […]

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Recap: Padres 8, Blue Jays 4; Jays Lose Momentum After Unfortunate Loss

For those that believe in momentum in baseball, Wednesday’s afternoon matinée between the Toronto Blue Jays and the San Diego Padres at the Rogers Centre dispelled that notion rather quickly. After the Jays’ thrilling come-from-behind victory Tuesday over the Padres the home squad’s lackluster play on both sides of the field made for a sloppy and energy killing […]

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Upton Funk: The Story of Melvin Upton Junior

Melvin Upton is a Toronto Blue Jay. His career also makes for a great episode of “Behind the Music” (remember that show… on VH1? No? Here you go.) If you are interested in the nuts and bolts of the trade, please read Kyle Matte’s piece from earlier. He covers it all in great detail. I’m going […]

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Blue Jays Acquire Joaquin Benoit for Drew Storen

Less than 24 hours after the Blue Jays completed a trade that brought Melvin Upton Jr. to Toronto, the Blue Jays have acquired right-handed reliever Joaquin Benoit from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for Drew Storen (who was designated for assignment earlier this week) and an undisclosed amount of cash. The news broke shortly after […]