At The Letters

As the WBC unfolds, Ben and Arden discuss what the tournament means for the Blue Jays, including Vlad Guerrero Jr. (01:39). Plus, breaking down a rough Jose Berrios start (19:29) and assessing Otto Lopez’s chances of making an impact with the 2023 Blue Jays (49:10).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

First, a discussion about the year ahead for Blue Jays starters Alek Manoah, Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt (03:43). Then, Arden and Ben weigh in on Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s injury (29:11) and some potential breakouts on the 2023 Blue Jays (49:27).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

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Arden and Ben are in Blue Jays camp, where the likes of Ricky Tiedemann, Jose Berrios and Yusei Kikuchi are impressing (6:00). Plus, a discussion about Cavan Biggio’s role (32:00) and a look at what the James Click hire means for the Jays (47:15).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Gaetan Harris and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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First, Arden and Ben discuss what to expect from Jose Berrios in 2023 (01:13). Then, a discussion about optimal lineup constriction (10:57) and a look at what Alejandro Kirk’s delayed arrival means (43:27).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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First, Ben and Arden break down the latest news from Jays camp (00:22). Also: a behind-the-scenes look at how breaking news works (27:22) and a discussion about MLB’s upcoming rule changes (41:59).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

First, Arden and Ben break down the ramifications of the Bo Bichette extension (00:30). Then, some reflections from Arden on being around playoff teams (32:44) and a discussion about the best road cities in baseball (58:36).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Social media support was provided by Griffin Porter.

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And we’re back! Arden and Ben discuss the Jays, but not before letting listeners behind the scenes for a discussion about what’s ahead on ATL in 2023 (1:00). Then, a look at what new Blue Jays Daulton Varsho (25:26), Chad Green (37:15) and Brandon Belt (54:26) will mean for the 2023 roster.

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Already, the 2023 Blue Jays are taking shape. With Chris Bassitt and Kevin Kiermaier now Blue Jays, Arden and Ben discuss the off-season so far (01:00), what Bassitt brings to the Jays (32:27) and the possibility of trading a catcher (43:49).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

The results are in! Blake Murphy joins Ben and Arden to find out who took home this seasons Over/Under Championship.

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith, Arden Zwelling and Blake Murphy.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The MLB GM Meetings are in Las Vegas, so that’s where Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi find themselves for this week’s episode. Among the topics on their minds: the status of the Jays’ pitching search (10:49), the future of Raimel Tapia in Toronto (20:23) and the chances that they trade a catcher this winter (24:10).

This episode is produced Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi in Arden Zwelling’s absence.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

If you’re wondering who the Blue Jays should target this winter, this is the episode for you. Shi Davidi joins Ben for a discussion about which players the Jays should pursue, from high-end free agents (12:03) to mid-tier difference makers (24:59) to ideal trade candidates (48:08).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi David.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

The Blue Jays officially have a new manager so Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the role of the modern skipper (03:10). Later on, ATL turns to the World Series (24:26) and expectations for Lourdes Gurriel Jr., who recently had a wrist procedure (30:48).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

After a tough ending, what’s next for the Blue Jays? Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the status of John Schneider (08:47), the lessons we can and can’t learn from the 2022 playoffs (21:48) and how the Jays will approach their needs this winter (36:33).

This episode is produced Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi in Arden Zwelling’s absence.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Well, that was painful. After a devastating Blue Jays loss to the Mariners, Arden and Ben share their own recollections of the weekend (00:27), before discussing what went wrong in Game 1 (11:27) and going granular on the chaos of Game 2 (34:37).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Devlin Brand and Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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Audio Credits: ESPN & Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Get ready for a memorable weekend. With playoff baseball back in Toronto, Arden and Ben discuss some key decisions awaiting the Blue Jays against the Mariners (13:39), weigh in on champagne celebrations in baseball (26:18) and offer their predictions for the wild-card series (53:54).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Devlin Brand and Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

It’s kind of nice to be done with the Yankees, right? Arden and Ben discuss Aaron Judge’s record-tying home run (00:33), examine some mental lapses by the Blue Jays (14:10) and preview Toronto’s playoff roster (37:44).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 

Ben dials in from Philly to chat with Arden about what the Blue Jays should prioritize over the regular season’s final two weeks (03:42), the team’s most pressing injury concerns (32:39), and what the playing time split could look like for Alejandro Kirk and Danny Jansen going forward (42:09).

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Between Bichette and Manoah, the Blue Jays’ core players are stepping up when it counts most. Ben brings Nick Ashbourne on for a discussion about September baseball (07:00), Bichette’s heroics (13:09) and the ways in which the Blue Jays remain vulnerable (31:21).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Nick Ashbourne.

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Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

What a week for the Blue Jays. After covering the Jays’ series win over the Orioles, Arden joins Ben for a discussion about the dramatic week that was (00:33), the state of the team’s pitching staff (19:25) and the recommended confidence level in various Jays players (38:15).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith.

Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca

Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Arden is joined by Shi Davidi to discuss Toronto’s run of play in August (00:50), whether Blue Jays hitters are pressing (25:02), and the extraordinary hot dog consumption rate at Rogers Centre this season (43:06). Later, Ben and Arden check in with Blue Jays reliever Anthony Bass during ATL’s recent trip to New York (48:57).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith.

Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca

Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.