Nine-Game Gauntlet Begins + Jays' Post-Deadline Bump with John Schneider

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker get set for the Blue Jays' crucial upcoming stretch, starting with a weekend set against the New York Yankees. They discuss the Jays standing in the Wild Card race, the team's 7-0 series-closing loss against the Red Sox, what Paul Sewald brings to the bullpen, and more. Then, Blue Jays manager John Schneider joins the show (27:40) to discuss the team's keys to success against Gerrit Cole, a different feel in the clubhouse, the plan for Sewald, whether he'd consider moving Vladimir Guerrero Jr. down the order, Brett Bateman's early success, and what Kazuma Okamoto has learned through his rookie season. 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.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.