Flight Deck

Dan Riccio breaks down a statement win for the Toronto Blue Jays on this episode of Flight Deck as the Jays blank the Boston Red Sox 6-0 behind one of the most dominant pitching performances of the season. Dylan Cease was sensational, tossing a complete-game one-hitter while continuing to prove why Toronto invested heavily in him during the offseason. Cease overpowered Boston from the first inning to the last, adding another elite outing to what has been an outstanding first season in a Blue Jays uniform.The Blue Jays' offence finally broke through against a difficult...

The Toronto Blue Jays let another opportunity slip away in a heartbreaking 6-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox, falling back to 10 games under .500 and now sitting 6.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. On this episode of Flight Deck, host Dan Riccio breaks down a game that looked destined to be a memorable comeback before unravelling in the late innings.After falling behind 4-0, the Blue Jays battled back thanks to Kazuma Okamoto's massive three-run home run in the seventh inning before Andrés Giménez tied the game with a sacrifice fly in the ei...

he Toronto Blue Jays finally stopped the bleeding, but one victory does not erase the questions surrounding this team.On this episode of Flight Deck, host Nick Alberga breaks down Toronto’s 3–1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, which snapped a four-game losing streak and helped the Blue Jays avoid a sweep at Rogers Centre. Shane Bieber delivered his best start of the season, allowing just one run on three hits with no walks over seven innings. George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. each recorded two hits and drove in a run, while Tyler Rogers and Loui...

The Toronto Blue Jays are running out of time to turn their season around.On this episode of Flight Deck, host Nick Alberga breaks down another frustrating loss as the Blue Jays fell 4-2 to the Tampa Bay Rays, dropping to 10 games under .500. The offensive struggles continued, defensive mistakes proved costly once again. With the MLB Trade Deadline rapidly approaching, Toronto could look like a very different team by August 4. Is it time for the front office to become sellers, or is there still hope for a late-season turnaround?The show also previews...

The Blue Jays suffered their second straight blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night, falling 12–2 at Rogers Centre. Toronto has now lost six of its last seven games, sits at 46–55 and is guaranteed to finish its seven-game homestand with a losing record. Tampa Bay has outscored the Blue Jays 19–3 through the first two games of the series.On game preview 102 of Flight Deck, hosted by Nick Paleolog, we break down another difficult outing from Kevin Gausman. The veteran right-hander allowed five runs—four earned—on nine hits and two walks over just 3.1 innings, striking o...

The Blue Jays look to bounce back in the latest episode of Flight Deck, hosted by Nick Paleolog, as Toronto tries to avoid another disappointing result against the Tampa Bay Rays. After a 7-1 loss yesterday, the Blue Jays' offensive struggles continue to be the biggest storyline. The bats have gone cold, defensive mistakes have piled up, and with the MLB Trade Deadline rapidly approaching, questions continue to grow about the direction of the franchise. Sitting eight games under .500 and ranking near the bottom of Major League Baseball in offensive production, Toronto is searching for answers...

The Blue Jays snapped their three-game losing streak Saturday afternoon with a 1–0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Toronto now sits at 46–52 and remains 3.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot as the teams prepare for the rubber match at Rogers Centre.On game preview 99 of Flight Deck, hosted by Dan Riccio, we break down Shane Bieber’s best performance since joining the Blue Jays. Bieber earned his first victory of the season after throwing six scoreless innings, allowing only three hits and two walks while striking out six. Could this be the outing that f...

The Blue Jays opened the second half of the season with one of their most disappointing performances of the year, falling 12–4 to the Chicago White Sox on Friday night. Toronto has now lost three straight games, sits at 45–52 and is 3.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot.On game preview 98 of Flight Deck, hosted by Dan Riccio, we break down another rough night for the Blue Jays’ pitching staff. Spencer Miles allowed six runs on six hits over four-plus innings, including five runs in the second inning, as Toronto found itself facing another massive early...

Toronto’s three-game winning streak came to an end in chaotic fashion Saturday night, as the Blue Jays fell 8–7 to the San Diego Padres. Despite the loss, Toronto remains just 1.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot with one game remaining before the All-Star break. On game preview 96 of Flight Deck, hosted by Cody Gaudreault, we break down a frustrating night for the Blue Jays’ pitching staff. Toronto issued 11 walks, including seven from Trey Yesavage in just 1.2 innings, as neither team’s starting pitcher made it through the second inning. How concerned should the Blue Jays be about Yesavage...

Toronto has won three straight games, sits just 1.5 games back of the final AL Wild Card spot, and is beginning to make the race toward the trade deadline a whole lot more interesting. On game preview 95 of Flight Deck, hosted by Cody Gaudreault, we break down another impressive Blue Jays victory, headlined by Kazuma Okamoto's historic night. The rookie slugger tied Shohei Ohtani's record for the most home runs by a Japanese-born rookie, while also setting a new Blue Jays rookie franchise record. Is Okamoto putting together one of the greatest rookie seasons in franchise history? <...

Toronto dominated the Giants 10-0, capped by Kazuma Okamoto's first-inning grand slam and a masterful outing from Dylan Cease, who carried a no-hitter into the ninth inning. On Game Preview 94 of Flight Deck, hosted by Cody Gaudreault he'll break down everything from Toronto's statement series win, Cease's incredible start, and whether the Blue Jays have finally found some offensive momentum after two straight breakout performances. We'll discuss Okamoto's incredible rookie season, why he's quickly becoming one of the most dangerous power hitters in the American league, and whether this recent surge at the...

The Blue Jays finally got the offense rolling. Toronto bounced back with a convincing 9-3 win over the Giants, snapping out of its offensive funk with contributions from top to bottom in the lineup. On Game 93 Preview of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle he breaks down what changed at the plate and whether this is finally the offensive breakthrough the Blue Jays have been waiting for. Was it simply one good night, or are the bats beginning to turn a corner? We'll also discuss another impressive outing from Spencer Miles, who continues...

Toronto was blown out 10-1 by the Giants, falling to 42-49 on the season and slipping further behind in the American League Wild Card race. With the offense continuing to disappear and the trade deadline fast approaching, we'll ask the question every Blue Jays fan is thinking: How concerned should we be? On Game Preview 92 of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle, he breaks down another frustrating night that featured John Schneider's blunt postgame assessment, Kevin Gausman's continued struggles, and a Blue Jays offense that made one of baseball's weakest lineups look like a contender. <...

The Blue Jays head into San Francisco searching for answers after another frustrating loss in Seattle. On game preview 91 of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle he breaks down what's become the biggest concern surrounding this team: the offense. Toronto's bats have gone ice cold, the losses continue to pile up, and time is quickly running out before the trade deadline. We'll discuss whether there's still reason to believe this group can get back into the playoff picture, or if the Blue Jays are approaching a point where the front office has to...

Toronto was blown out 11-0 by the Seattle Mariners, falling to 42-47 on the season and slipping 2.5 games behind the final AL Wild Card spot. After being swept by the Rangers just over a week ago, is that series becoming the turning point that ultimately defines the Blue Jays' season? On game preview 90 of Flight Deck, hosted by Dan Riccio, he breaks down another disappointing loss and ask the biggest question facing this team: Are the Blue Jays still buyers at the trade deadline? We'll discuss Shane Bieber's difficult outing, the growing concerns surrounding Toronto's starting...

The Blue Jays are starting to build some momentum. After a 2-0 win over the Seattle Mariners, Toronto has another opportunity to gain ground in the AL Wild Card race on the back of Shane Bieber, who continues to work his way back into form following his return from injury. On game preview 89 of Flight Deck, hosted by Sierra Pileggi and Nick Alberga, we break down another dominant outing from Dylan Cease, who continues to pitch like one of the best starters in the American League, and discuss whether he's becoming the ace this Blue Jays...

The Blue Jays turn the page into July with a 9-3 win over the New York Mets on Canada Day. On game preview 88 of Flight Deck, hosted by Nick Alberga, he recaps the Canada Day win including Sean Keys' first big league home run, a strong performance from Spencer Miles out of the bullpen and Patrick Corbin's bounce back outing in relief. Nick then will preview the series and game one of three against the Seattle Mariners. A rematch of last season's ALCS is sure to have some fireworks. Dylan Cease is on...

Happy Canada Day! Blue Jays bats continue to stay cold in 3-0 loss to New York Mets. On game Preview 87 of Flight Deck Adam Peddle breaks down last nights loss. The inability to spark any offence yet Kevin Gausman having a bounce back outing. Then, Adam previews Canada Day We finish with Adam'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...

The Blue Jays finally stopped the bleeding. Toronto snapped its six-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the New York Mets, getting a dominant start from Trey Yesavage and just enough offence to escape with the win. On Game Preview 86 of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle, he breaks down the much-needed victory, Yesavage’s impressive outing, and Louis Varland picking up another close. We also discuss the bigger picture for the Blue Jays. Toronto is 11-16 over its last 27 games, and if that pace continues, the team could enter the August 3 trade deadline well be...

Toronto was swept by the Texas Rangers after a 3-2 loss, the Blue Jays are now 39-45, tying their longest losing streak of the season at six games. On Game Preview 85 of Flight Deck, hosted by Adam Peddle, we break down a brutal four-game sweep, another frustrating offensive performance, and the questions surrounding the Blue Jays as they try to stop the slide. We also discuss another frustrating stretch from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who went 0-for-4, and the ongoing concerns around the middle of the Blue Jays lineup. With the offence searching for...