Flight Deck

The Blue Jays dropped the rubber match 8-3 to the Yankees, losing their first three game series since July 24th and falling to two games back of the final Wild Card spot with just 30 games remaining. On game 133 preview of Flight Deck, Nick Paleolog breaks down Jose Soriano’s tough afternoon, Toronto’s struggles with runners in scoring position, and the bullpen meltdown that turned a 2-2 game into a five-run deficit. Nick will also look at Shane Bieber landing on the 15-day IL and what another rotation injury means for the Jays’ playoff push, with Cease, Soriano, Scherzer and Arrighetti currently the only healthy starters. Then, we break down the math behind Toronto’s playoff chances: 23-7 to reach 87 wins, or 20-10 to get to 84. Is that enough to clinch the final American League wild card spot? Plus, Nick previews Max Scherzer vs. Seth Lugo as the Jays begin a crucial series against Kansas City. With just 30 games left, can the Blue Jays keep their playoff hopes alive? We finish with Nick’s picks presented by bet365.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck

The Blue Jays snapped the Yankees’ five-game winning streak with a 4-3 win in the Bronx, moving Toronto to 0.5 games back of the final Wild Card spot with their playoff odds climbing back to 22%. On game 132 preview of Flight Deck, Cody Gaudreault breaks down Dylan Cease’s incredible performance, the Blue Jays sound plate approach and how they could win yet another series. We’ll also look at Nathan Lukes’ huge night, including the solo home run that proved to be the game-winning run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s return to the lineup, and Louis Varland shutting the door for his 29th save. Plus, Michael Coyle (Managing Editor at Blue Jays Nation) joins us to discuss Cease vs Schlitter for the AL Cy Young, whether the offence can sustain this run, how many wins Toronto needs for a Wild Card spot, and the biggest questions facing the Jays down the stretch. With Toronto now 64-67 and a win away from taking another series, can Jose Soriano help the Jays finish off the Yankees in the Bronx? We finish with Cody’s picks presented by bet365.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck

The Blue Jays dropped a frustrating 3-1 decision to the Yankees, falling to 1.5 games back of the final Wild Card spot. On game 131 preview of Flight Deck, Cody Gaudreault breaks down Toronto’s struggles with runners in scoring position, as the Jays went just 1-for-14 with RISP despite collecting nine hits and 12 total baserunners. Cody also looks at Spencer Arrighetti’s Blue Jays debut, Brett Bateman’s three-hit performance, a strong showing from the Toronto bullpen, and whether the offence can bounce back in today's game. Plus, we preview Dylan Cease vs. Ryan Weathers, discuss Cease’s historic run of scoreless road starts, and look ahead at Toronto’s favourable schedule with every opponent down the stretch sitting below .500. With the Jays now 1.5 games out, can Dylan Cease help Toronto bounce back? We finish with Cody’s picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck

Toronto wins another series, beating Tampa Bay 5-1 Thursday afternoon. Today, the Blue Jays open up a three game set vs the New York Yankees in the Bronx. On game 130 preview of Flight Deck, Cody Gaudeault breaks down the Blue Jays power surge at the Trop, Shane Bieber's stellar performance, and Toronto being just 0.5 games back of the third wild card spot. Then, Cody looks ahead to tonight's game vs Cam Schlittler and the New York Yankees. Can the Blue Jays continue their hot streak against the AL Cy Young favourite? Plus, plenty of roster moves, news and a Guerrero Jr. update after his rehab start in Dunedin. We finish with Cody’s picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck

The Blue Jays nearly battled back from a 7-1 deficit but ultimately fell 7-6 to the Tampa Bay Rays, keeping Toronto just 1.0 game back of the final Wild Card spot. On game 129 preview of Flight Deck, Tyler Yaremchuk breaks down Max Scherzer’s rough outing, Jesus Sanchez’s costly defensive struggles, and how the Blue Jays nearly pulled off an incredible comeback against one of the AL’s best teams. Tyler will also discuss Charles McAdoo’s continued impact, Alejandro Kirk’s solo home run, Toronto’s scoreless bullpen effort, Brett Bateman’s hamstring injury, and Shane Bieber’s recent stretch of solid starts. With the Jays still firmly in the Wild Card race, can they bounce back and take the series from Tampa Bay?We finish with Tyler’s picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck

The Blue Jays are rolling, and they’ve officially turned the Wild Card race into a real conversation. Toronto exploded for 17 hits and 10 runs in a 10-5 win over Tampa Bay, winning their 13th game in their last 19. On game 128 preview of Flight Deck, Tyler Yaremchuk breaks down Alejandro Kirk’s incredible second-half resurgence, Kazuma Okamoto breaking the Blue Jays’ rookie home run record, and Jose Soriano battling through another outing to earn his first win in Toronto. We’ll also look at the defensive transformation that has helped fuel this recent run, Brett Bateman’s impact in the outfield, the decision to DFA Matt Waldron, and whether Max Scherzer can keep pitching like his old self. With the Jays continuing to climb the Wild Card standings, can they keep the momentum going and take the series from Tampa Bay? We finish with Tyler’s picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck