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Welcome back to another episode of Benched with Bubba. On BwB EP 659, Bubba (@bdentrek) will be joined by Jason Anthony (@booms62) to discuss recent Spring Training News, get Jason's thoughts on this draft season, and much more. 

Some Players Discussed- 

Lucas Giolito 

Matt Chapman 

Kevin Gausman 

Cedric Mullins

 Sonny Gray 

Braxton Garrett 

Tommy Edman 

Many More

Shelly is off for her Tout Wars draft but Sara is joined by Justin Mason and Paul Sporer to make the cases for some of our favorite players this draft season.

Discussions:

Ronald Acuña Jr. had his surgically repaired knee evaluated for an irritated meniscus, is he still the 1.1?

Battle of the Reds 1B options, do you want Spencer Steer or Jeimer Candelario 100 picks later?

Are we drafting Corey Seager where he goes despite the injury risk?

Why are we into (or out on) Christopher Morel?

Was the Ke'Bryan Hayes breakout real and is there another level?

Is Yu Darvish a good value in 2024?

As you fuel up for your drafts are pancakes or waffles the undisputed king of breakfast/brunch?

Love it or Leave it?

Jason Benetti joins the Tigers as their play-by-play guy and that might be the move of the offseason

Matt Chapman signs in San Francisco

Tarik Skubal absolutely dazzles against the Red Sox

Guests: Justin Mason & Paul Sporer

Hosts: Sara Sanchez | Shelly Verougstraete

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Kiké and Tony Clark dance around the idea of collusion, and let Fanatics take the lead on talking about pants. Robinson Canó heads to Mexico, Matt heads back to the Bay, and Brandon does what needs to be done. For Tampa Bay, Pottymouth completes her Lowe brothers set and Patti remembers the fun of the WBC and picks Paredes. Over at the Dodgers, Pottymouth goes with the flow and selects James Outman, while Patti chooses Diego Cartaya and his bodybuilder mom. Crosstraining Congratulations to Caitlin Clark for setting an NCAA scoring record, and cheers to Shohei for that whole getting married thing.

We name check the Brady Bunch and the Simpsons, and say “stare at some butts to see if they are transparent,” “I needed to fall off that pedestal,” and “I like how you made numerology recreational-drug related.” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Twitter @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.

3B Matt Chapman signed with the Giants for 3 years, $54-million with player opt-outs after Years 1 and 2

Sara and Shelly are joined by Randy Haines to recap the DARF draft through a  series of debatable moments, moves and strategies during the draft.

Discussions:

Elly De La Cruz in the third: the cost remains high, is his incredible upside worth the draft pick?

Corey Seager in the third: he's a proven fantasy contributor but will he be healthy for Opening Day? Does taking him have trickle down effects in your drafts?

Are you prioritizing hitting or pitching in a draft? Does the individual draft change that answer?

Slow drafts vs. fast drafts

How are we dealing with unsigned players this late into the offseason? Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger, Blake Snell and more.

Shelly was drafting right after Randy, and you know where this is going: snipes! Bobby Miller, Bryce Miller, Jarren Duran and William Contreras were among the biggest snipes in this draft

Love it or leave it? We wrap up with the baseball news we're most into or out on each week.

We discuss the possibility of condensing the free agent window and expansion. 

We're into Terry Francona and Joe Maddon narrating a watch party of Game 7 of the 2016 World Series on Thursday night on MLB Network

We are out on the new MLB uniforms (and so are most of the players).

Guest: Randy Haines

Hosts: Sara Sanchez | Shelly Verougstraete

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Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes discussed the standoff between powerful agent Scott Boras and the teams that are interested in his top unsigned clients — outfielder Cody Bellinger, third baseman Matt Chapman, ace Blake Snell and left-hander Jordan Montgomery.

Our baseball crew takes a break from their offseason to talk MLB free agency. Where do we have some of the top free agents landing? Check it out! 

i80 Sports takes you on a journey from coast to coast, exploring the best of American Sports with a team of passionate and knowledgeable hosts. 

From the towering skyscrapers of Rockefeller Center to the majestic beauty of the Redwoods, join us as we bring you the latest news, analysis, and insights on all your favorite American sports. 

We aim to entertain and inform, providing a one-stop-shop for all your sporting needs. So, sit back, relax, and let us take you on a wild ride through the world of American athletics!

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Happy Monday! Ailish hosts alongside Brent Gunning! They kick off the show by discussing the Blue Jays’ acquisition of Jordan Hicks from the St. Louis Cardinals, Jordan Romano landing on the IL with lower-back inflammation, Matt Chapman’s heated exchange with John Schneider, Whit Merrifield’s promotion to the leadoff spot, and what’s left on the Blue Jays’ deadline shopping list. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:52)! 

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 affiliate.

Happy Friday! Ailish and Justin discuss Rickie Fowler and Xander Schauffele making history at the U.S. Open, the seemingly friendly conditions at LA Country Club, and Nick Taylor’s first-round performance after his victory at the RBC Canadian Open. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Blue Jays’ loss to the Orioles on Thursday, Matt Chapman’s slump at the plate, the team’s offensive warts, Baltimore’s ascent, and the Jays rearranging their rotation for this weekend’s series against the Rangers. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (39:33). 

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 affiliate.

On Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show, Jon Morosi stops by to discuss the Blue Jays holding a players' only meeting after Thursday’s loss in Tampa, Alek Manoah’s woeful start to the season, John Schneider’s job performance, the team’s lack of prospect capital, Matt Chapman’s status as a possible trade chip, and where the Jays sit in the pecking order of an ultra-competitive AL East. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by former MLSE President and CEO Richard Peddie to chat about his experience working in the organization, what it’s like managing the Board of Directors, the challenge of navigating power dynamics at MLSE, and what the process entails when hiring a new front office executive (28:43). 

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 affiliate.

On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin are joined by Darren Pang, former NHL goalie and current TNT analyst, to discuss what makes Matthew Tkachuk special, the Leafs’ potential adjustments for Game 2, how they can generate more offence against Sergei Bobrovsky, Ryan O’Reilly’s championship pedigree, and Brandon Montour’s ascent. Afterwards, Dan Shulman checks in from Boston to chat about the Blue Jays’ four-game losing skid, if the Red Sox are better than advertised, Alex Verdugo trying to bury the hatchet with Alek Manoah, Matt Chapman winning AL Player of the Month for April, and if the organization has lost faith in Brandon Belt. Then, Ailish and Justin close out the show by assembling our daily Wake and Rake parlay (25:06)! 

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 affiliate. 

On Hour 1 of The FAN Morning Show, Ailish and Justin discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-1 win over the Royals on Tuesday, Yusei Kikuchi’s encouraging season debut, and Matt Chapman moving into the cleanup spot. Afterwards, they weigh in on the Leafs’ victory over the Blue Jackets, Sheldon Keefe’s latest line juggling experiment, and the Raptors’ win in Charlotte. Later, Ailish presents her daily edition of the A-List (45:53)!

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 affiliate

Insurance Expert, Matt Chapman believes protection for your clients or business is not only important but essential in life. We often perceive this as a sales tool and secondary product rather than a necessity. As a mortgage adviser, where do you start? How do you explain this to clients? Through Matt's coaching programme, he helps to explains the who, what, where, when, why and how through a holistic approach.

Talking Points:

How important do you think protection is? Do you think all Advisers/Brokers agree?

People are often put off by insurance  - how do you deal with it?

Any stats on the amount of unprotected mortgages? Unprotected businesses? Brokers to clients?

Types of protection - life, critical, income protection, business protection - different tactics?

What does protection coaching entail?

Follow Matt on LinkedIn.

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The Blue Jays take three of four in their extended weekend series against Detroit as the trade deadline looms. Jeff and Kevin talk about Jose Berrios' outing, how the lineup is affected when George Springer isn't leading off, and how certain members of the Tigers' bullpen would look good in a Blue Jays uniform after seeing them first-hand. Later on, the guys examine how the Yankees, Red Sox, Rays, and Orioles fared over the weekend in the latest edition of "In the East” (29:15).

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’ losing streak has come to an end after a 2-1 win over the Oakland A’s. Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker talk through Jose Berrios’ start, Matt Chapman’s strong series, his improvement at the plate, and Jordan Romano earning his first save since June 19th. In an extended edition of Barker’s Back leg Bits, Kevin answers questions on the current state of the Jays’ offence, this team’s expectations compared to the 2013 roster, and Teoscar Hernandez' season so far (29:19).

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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down Kevin Gausman’s strong outing against the Red Sox in the Blue Jays' 7-2 victory. They also discuss Alejandro Kirk’s offensive output, working with Gausman behind the plate, and Matt Chapman looking more comfortable offensively. Former Blue Jays catcher Caleb Joseph joins the show and to discuss what made Gausman successful against Boston, and what's stood out to him about Jose Berrios and Yusei Kikuchi's recent form (31:31).

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.

Dan Shulman comments on the Blue Jays' recent play including Yusei Kikuchi searching for confidence with his fastball, if Toronto needs to roster three catchers when Danny Jansen returns, and if 3B Matt Chapman has turned the corner offensively (02:36). Later on, MLB insider Jeff Passan discusses the trade market for relief pitching, the Yankees’ daunting lead in the AL East, if he expects teams could sell ahead of August 2nd , and what the strategy is for under-achieving yet talented teams like the Phillies and White Sox (32:16).

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.

Blake Murphy reacts to the news of Blue Jays prospect Gabriel Moreno getting the call up to the Majors, looks into what he could bring to the team, and asks listeners which former prospect they fell in love with first. MLB.com's Julia Kreuz, who collaborated on a piece dating Moreno's roots from Venezuela to becoming one of the top prospects in baseball, shares why he almost stopped playing the sport, and the strides he's made in his defensive game (07:12). Also from MLB.com, Sarah Langs breaks down Alejandro Kirk slotting himself alongside some of the best hitters in the league this year, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s tendency to hit ground balls, and Matt Chapman's defense at third base (29:12). Later on, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi weighs in on how much workload we can expect from Moreno both behind the plate and in the batting lineup, how he'll be integrated among the coaching staff and pitchers, and if there are concerns with Yusei Kikuchi's up and down start to the season (53:36). FutureBlueJays.com's Doug Fox discusses his encounter with Gabriel Moreno, how he can complement other catchers on the roster, and which other Jays prospects we should be looking out for (01:17:08).  

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.

Blake Murphy opens the show with a quick look back at the Jays' series-opening win against the White Sox. MLB.com's Julia Kreuz jumps on to discuss an ideal plan for splitting time between Alejandro Kirk and Danny Jansen, Teoscar Hernandez getting back on track, and how the team is finding ways to win 1-run games (05:03). Spin Rate's Drew Fairservice breaks down Kirk's at-bats, an interest in Bo Bichette's plate approach, and Charlie Montoyo finding a spot for Julian Merryweather to pitch in relief (25:03). The Athletic's Keith Law shares his impressions on Jays prospect Gabriel Moreno, why he's hesitant to call up the young catcher, that position's value in the trade market, and LHP Ricky Tiedemann cracking into the pipeline's top 100 prospects (50:54). Finally, The FAN Drive's Ben Ennis stops by to chat about his confidence level in Hyun-Jin Ryu this season, why Matt Chapman is due for a big game, the thought of trading away one of their catchers, and how the team is finding a way out of their offensive slump in May (01:15:53).

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.

NCiB boyfriends of the past are making splashy news in trades and free agency.  We dwell on Freddie and the Welcome Matts, Eugenio’s qHar, and Miami’s Soler power, among other big bats and homecomings. We profile our fantasy pitching squads – Pottymouth goes west coast with Giants pitching, and Patti is still grooving on Hammers pitching since the World Series. COVID protocols are back in conversation, along with juggling NYC vaccine mandates and Canada’s public health protections. How ‘bout those Red Sox getting stragglers vaxxed? 

Our Police Blotter is on repeat with extensions of Trevor Bauer’s admin leave, but also drags Ohio Girl Patti’s Cleveland Browns down to the gutter. Also a crime? The spring training caps frying the scalps of the faint of hair. Big news in the world of Minor League Baseball as a federal judge rules that minor league players are full time employees, not seasonal, so minimum wage and other labor standards apply! Stay tuned! CA State Senator Josh Becker introduced the Minor League Player’s Bill of Rights. Things Are Happening. Spring Training Breakfast Baseball is back with the CPBL.

“We say “horrific piece of legislation,” “a lot of people spend a lot of time on those bridesmaids,” and “Benji but with schnauzer ears.” 

Get boosted, fight the man, and find us on Twitter @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.