Three Up, Three Down

A tough way to end their series in Minnesota as the Toronto Blue Jays come up short losing 4-3. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his thoughts on the red-hot Kazuma Okamoto, Tyler Heineman being pulled midway through the game by manager John Schneider, what it could mean for the backup catcher job between Heineman and Brandon Valenzuela, and why Jose Berrios’ rough rehab start makes things interesting.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:30) OkamOHMYGOD: Kazuma Okamoto can’t stop hitting home runs as he belts four in the series against Minnesota.(03:54) Who Is The True Backup Catcher?: With Tyler Heineman getting pulled for Brandon Valenzuela on Sunday, are Valenzuela’s chances of sticking with the ballclub when Alejandro Kirk returns improving?(11:02) No Way Jose: Jose Berrios gets rocked in his rehab outing. If and when he returns, who will be the odd man out? Patrick Corbin, Joe Mantiply or someone else?FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Blue Jays have won three straight series after taking two of three against the Boston Red Sox. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his thoughts on George Springer’s return, Eloy Jimenez getting DFA’d, the intriguing Yohendrick Pinango, Trey Yesavage’s return, Max Scherzer landing on the IL, Jose Berrios’ pending return and some praise for the unheralded bullpen arms.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:51) By George! He’s Back!: George Springer made his return to the Blue Jays lineup after missing 15 games with his fractured toe.(05:47) Uno, Dos, Trey: Pitching in a MLB game for the first time since November, Trey Yesavage impresses in his season debut.(8:54) Pitch(er) Talks: Max Scherzer’s tough 2026 campaign takes another hit as he goes on the IL with a foot injury, Jose Berrios is nearing a return as the bullpen’s depth continues to come through.FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

Make it two straight series wins for the Blue Jays! On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his thoughts on Louis Varland getting the first shot at closer replacing Jeff Hoffman, how the offence has started to turn things around led by Kazuma Okamoto and what Trey Yesavage’s return means for Eric Lauer in the starting rotation.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:40) Coffee Is For Closers: The Blue Jays decide to go closer by committee, but it looks like Louis Varland will be the guy in the 9th.(06:41) The Tide Is Turning For The Offence: Kazuma Okamoto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Jesus Sanchez are heating up at the plate. Can they continue to roll before reinforcements return?(12:17) More Rotating In The Rotation: The Blue Jays will get Trey Yesavage back in the rotation on Tuesday as Eric Lauer gets pushed to the bullpen.FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

A series win for the Blue Jays! Their first since the start of the season. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his thoughts on what exactly is going on between manager John Schneider and starting pitcher Eric Lauer, if the time has finally come to replace Jeff Hoffman as closer, and who could be the odd man out once George Springer is ready to return from his fractured toe. In this episode:(0:00) Intro(01:35) Trouble In Paradise?: More weirdness in the media between manager John Schneider and pitcher Eric Lauer. Is there actually a rift?(05:24) Who Gets The Next Save Opportunity?: Jeff Hoffman struggles in another save opportunity. Will he be removed from the closer role and who should take his spot?(10:21) Odd Man Out: With George Springer nearing a return to the big club, Rob looks at the candidates that may have to step aside once the Blue Jays DH is ready to come back. FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Blue Jays bats finally show up in a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong talks about the breakout performances by Nathan Lukes, Kazuma Okamoto, the Jeff Hoffman closing situation, and why Myles Straw deserves some flowers.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:53) Offence? In This Economy?: The Blue Jays score double-digits in their series finale in Arizona. Is this a sign of things to come?(07:50) Is Jeff Hoffman’s Closers Job In Jeopardy?: Another disappointing outing for Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman, but will manager John Schneider actually make a change?(12:49) The Straw That Stirs The Drink: Myles Straw looks like a completely different hitter this season. Can he be a difference maker offensively? FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Blue Jays have split the first two games of their series in Milwaukee. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob wong  discusses why the defence hasn’t been up to par for the Blue Jays so far this year, if Jeff Hoffman should remain the team’s closer and why Davis Schneider needs to get more at-bats to help the struggling offence.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:37) Indefensible Defence: The Blue Jays keep shooting themselves in the foot with defensive misplays. What gives?(04:35) Don’t Hassle the Hoff: Everyone wants Jeff Hoffman out of the Blue Jays closer. Rob argues why Hoffman deserves a longer leash.(08:09) Hot and Cold: The Blue Jays offence continues to be inconsistent. Should Davis Schneider get everyday at-bats?FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

It’s a forgettable weekend for the Blue Jays starting rotation as Toronto drops two of three against the Minnesota Twins. On this epsiode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his concerns on Max Scherzer and the thinning depth of the rotation. Rob also discusses George Springer’s fractured toe that lands him on the IL, what to do with the struggling Nathan Lukes, why Davis Schneider deserves more playing time, and how a pair of Blue Jays top prospects have caught his eye to begin the season in the minors.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(00:49) Roughed Up Rotation: Max Scherzer gets knocked around as the Blue Jays lose the series to the Twins. Is the starting rotation in trouble?(05:51) The Injured List Gets Longer: George Springer is the latest Blue Jays player to join the injured list after suffering a fractured toe. Who will step up in his absence?(13:06) Farm Report: Blue Jays 2025 draft picks JoJo Parker and Blaine Bullard are off to hot starts with the Dunedin Blue Jays. FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Los Angeles Dodgers made their way to Toronto for the first time since the World Series to take on a wounded Blue Jays team. After dropping the first two games, the Jays dug deep and came away with a win in the series finale. On this edition of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong dives into his top three observations from the week.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(0:28) Remember Me?: The Blue Jays and Dodgers faced off for the first time since the World Series. Rob gives his thoughts on being back where it all ended in Game 7.(03:40) Dylan, Dylan, Dylan: Dylan Cease continues to show ace-level stuff in a bounceback start. Is a Cy Young season incoming?(07:55) I Know How You Kids Like Them Sloppy!: The Jays haven’t been playing the cleanest baseball this season. Can they shore it up?FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Blue Jays head home from Chicago searching for answers after a frustrating three-game sweep at the hands of the White Sox. From a stagnant offence to a growing list of key players on the shelf, the early-season adversity has arrived in full force. Rob Wong breaks down what went wrong on the Southside and why there is still reason for hope as the Los Angeles Dodgers come to town for a World Series rematch.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(0:48) High RISP, Low Reward: The Blue Jays can’t seem to get key hits with runners in scoring position right now. What gives?(04:46) Our Pets Heads Are Falling Off!: Add Alejandro Kirk to the list of injured Blue Jays. How will the Jays fill his void?(07:18) Hopium: Despite four straight losses, Rob gives reasons for optimism with 95% of the season still to be played.FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

How the heck did the Toronto Blue Jays lose a series to the Colorado Rockies?!In this episode, Rob Wong breaks down the tough three-game set by diving into the strong start by outfielder Jesus Sanchez, how he thinks the Blue Jays should handle Brendon Little moving forward, the relievers that are pulling their weight and how 41-year-old Max Scherzer continues to defy the odds.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(01:03) Thank You, Jesus: With some of the key offensive pieces off to slow starts, players like Jesus Sanchez have stepped up in their absence.(03:29) The Bullpen Has A Little Issue: Brendon Little 2026 season has started a lot like the way his 2025 campaign ended. What should the Jays do with their lost lefty?(07:51) To The Max: Even at 41, Max Scherzer continues to show flashes of his prime self. How is still able to do it after all these years?FOLLOW THE POD 👇: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy what you hear, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The 50th Season of Toronto Blue Jays baseball is officially underway, and the opening series did not disappoint. In this episode, we break down a weekend full of massive debuts, pristine pitching and defensive masterclasses.In this episode:(0:00) Intro(01:55) The Kazuma Okamoto Era Begins: Did "Big Baby/Large Infant” live up to the hype? We analyze his first series in a Jays uniform and how he looks like the next big thing in Toronto sports.(05:31) Dylan Cease Deals: If there were any nerves about Cease leading the rotation in 2026, he silenced them. We dive into the metrics of his dominant first start and that devastating arsenal that had Athletics hitters chasing ghosts.(09:02) Dynamic Duo: Is Andres Gimenez and Ernie Clement the best defensive duo in the league right now? We talk about their strong two-way performances and how they’re making the impossible look easy up the middle.🎧 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-up-three-down/id1883433044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rHXZpdVbtLYr6kD2d8hGAIf you enjoy the pod, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The wait is finally over. Opening Day is tomorrow, and the energy in Toronto is at a fever pitch as the Blue Jays prepare to raise the American League Pennant. In this episode, Rob Wong talks about who won the final spots on the 26-man roster, the Holy Grail Jays memorabilia piece now on display at Rogers Centre, and what to expect from the opening weekend series against the Athletics.Inside the Episode:(00:00) Intro (01:23) The Final 26: The dust has settled. We break down the final bullpen and bench decisions that were made.(04:37) Rogers Centre Relics: Rob shares his experience touring the new renovations at the ballpark. From the 1992 and ’93 World Series trophies to Joe Carter’s walk-off home run bat, the must-see memorabilia installations waiting for fans on the 100-level concourse. (14:30) Opening Weekend Preview: Kevin Gausman finally gets his Opening Day nod as a Blue Jay. We preview the three-game set against a young, hungry Athletics squad and look at the keys to a series win.🎧 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE: https://pod.link/1883433044?view=apps&sort=popularityIf you enjoy the pod, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

The Grapefruit League season is over and the real games begin in less than a week. ⚾️Welcome to the series premiere of Three Up, Three Down! 🎙️On the debut episode, Rob Wong shares three bold predictions on how the 2026 season will actually unfold. Inside the Premiere: (00:00) Intro (04:30) A Career Year in the Making? We analyze the superb Spring Training stats for a key starter ready for an All-Star caliber season. (08:10) The Next Arm Up: Peer into the pitching pipeline and predict which young arm could join the big club before the end of the year. (09:53) The Final Piece: Why the front office isn't done yet, and the specific type of superstar talent the Jays will be hunting for at the July trade deadline.Make sure to subscribe/follow Three Up, Three Down so you never miss an episode!If you enjoy the pod, please leave a rating and review and share it with your friends and family 🙏.Follow Rob on Twitter (I’m not calling it X): @RobWong34 Follow the Podcast on Twitter: @3_up_3_dwn

3 Topics. 2 Days a Week. Your New Blue Jays Essential.The 2025 season was a thriller, but the page has officially turned. Veteran Toronto broadcaster Rob Wong is bringing you a clear-eyed, analytical look at the Toronto Blue Jays.Starting March 23rd, every Monday and Thursday, Rob delivers a "triple play" of the biggest storylines defining the team. From the start of the Dylan Cease era and the rise of Kazuma Okamoto to deep dives into the stats that actually matter, Rob provides the context and the "what happens next" for the Toronto faithful.It’s baseball therapy for a fan base that’s seen it all. Hit the Follow button now so you never miss an episode as we march toward Opening Day.