Raptors Flip the Script + Jays Vibe Shift w/ Shi Davidi

About this episode

JD discusses the Raptors' playoff performance and interviews Shi Davidi about the Blue Jays' current situation.

JD reacts to the Raptors tying up their first-round series 2-2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shi Davidi, MLB columnist and Sportsnet Jays reporter, talks about Jeff Hoffman's ousting as the closer, the plan with Trey Yesavage this week, how Kazuma Okamoto is finding himself, and the team's current chemistry. JD closes the hour talking about the most exciting Stanley Cup playoff series. 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.

People in this episode

Host: JD

Guest: Shi Davidi

Topics covered

• NBA playoffs
• Toronto Raptors
• MLB
• Toronto Blue Jays
• Stanley Cup playoffs
• sports commentary

Keywords

• Raptors
• Cavaliers
• Blue Jays
• Shi Davidi
• Jeff Hoffman
• Trey Yesavage
• Kazuma Okamoto
• Stanley Cup

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cleveland Cavaliers, Sportsnet

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