Show Notes
Since we last talked the Blue Jays have won two of three against the Phillies and Royals, and also fired their manager! John Schneider is now at the helm, already making subtle changes as the team tries to finish up a listless first half of baseball on a good note with the All-Star break fast approaching. In this episode we talk all about the biggest story of the season so far, covering angles like the reportage of it, timing, expectations, whether Schneider will ultimately have the interim tag removed, Ross Atkins’ job security, ownership’s potential concerns, and more!
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