About this episode

The episode discusses the Blue Jays' recent offensive successes and the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi welcome in co-host of Blair and Barker, Kevin Barker, to start Hour 3. They discuss the Jays two big offensive performances in Cleveland, Brett Bateman’s hot start to his career, his impact on the team and Brandon Valenzuela’s solid day behind the plate. Later, Howard Beck (28:28), Senior NBA Writer for the Ringer, joins the show. They look at the fallout from the NBA’s investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers and the difference in punishments handed down by the league. 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

Hosts: Ben Ennis, Daniele Franceschi

Guests: Kevin Barker, Howard Beck

Topics covered

• Blue Jays
• Kawhi Leonard
• NBA investigation
• Cleveland
• offensive performance
• sports analysis

Keywords

• Blue Jays
• Kawhi Leonard
• NBA
• Cleveland
• offensive performance
• Howard Beck
• Kevin Barker

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blair and Barker, the Ringer, Clippers

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