About this episode

Blake Murphy discusses the Blue Jays' playoff chances and interviews Rays broadcaster Neil Solondz and Canadian prospect Eric Hartman.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet’s Arden Zwelling to discuss the weekend’s games vs. the Chicago White Sox and reflect on the season to date where Toronto, according to FanGraphs, currently has a 14% chance of making the playoffs (32:07). Afterwards, Rays broadcaster Neil Solondz (51:15) talks starters Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez and Tampa getting swept by Boston over the weekend. Lastly, Canadian Atlanta Braves prospect Eric Hartman (1:14:40) talks about his season with the High-A Rome Emperors, adjustments going from each level in the minors and representing Canada in the future. 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.

People in this episode

Host: Blake Murphy

Guests: Arden Zwelling, Neil Solondz, Eric Hartman

Topics covered

• Toronto Blue Jays
• MLB playoffs
• Tampa Bay Rays
• minor league baseball
• Eric Hartman
• baseball analysis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sportsnet, FanGraphs, Atlanta Braves

Places: Chicago White Sox, Boston, High-A Rome Emperors

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