Blake Murphy kicks off Jays Talk Plus with Lil Wayne, asking how the Blue Jays will respond down 0-2 in the ALCS.
This episode of Blue Jays Talk Plus focuses on the Toronto Blue Jays' offensive struggles in the American League Championship Series against the Seattle Mariners. Host Blake Murphy is joined by guest Madison Shipman for the first hour, with planned interviews featuring Angie Mentik and MLB analyst Mike Petriello. The discussion centers on Game 3, with the Blue Jays trailing 0-2 in the series.
Game 3 features a pitching matchup of Shane Bieber against George Kirby, with first pitch at 8:08 PM ET. The Blue Jays lost both home games, a situation mirrored by the Milwaukee Brewers in their league championship series. Historically, only 3 out of 27 MLB teams have come back to win a series after losing the first two games at home. Murphy calculates a roughly one-in-five statistical chance that either Toronto or Milwaukee will complete such a comeback. The hosts reference broadcaster Hazel Mae wearing a notable yellow coat in Seattle, while colleague Caleb Joseph had specialized Sportsnet apparel. Shipman mentions packing a large winter coat for the trip, appreciating it given the colder weather.
A surprising historical statistic frames the Blue Jays' daunting 0-2 deficit. The hosts find a silver lining by calculating the combined odds for both Toronto and Milwaukee to defy history. The discussion includes specific details about the broadcast team's attire, highlighting the conditions in Seattle. The tone is conversational and analytically optimistic, blending statistical baseball analysis with casual, personal anecdotes from the road. This episode is ideal for Blue Jays fans seeking a mix of statistical context and pre-game discussion before a crucial playoff game. Listeners looking for deep tactical breakdowns of the hitting struggles may find the initial segment more focused on broader series context.
