The Blue Jays have split the first two games of their series in Milwaukee. On this episode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob wong discusses why the defence hasn’t been up to par for the Blue Jays so far this year, if Jeff Hoffman should remain the team’s closer and why Davis Schneider needs to get more at-bats to help the struggling offence.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(00:37) Indefensible Defence: The Blue Jays keep shooting themselves in the foot with defensive misplays. What gives?

(04:35) Don’t Hassle the Hoff: Everyone wants Jeff Hoffman out of the Blue Jays closer. Rob argues why Hoffman deserves a longer leash.

(08:09) Hot and Cold: The Blue Jays offence continues to be inconsistent. Should Davis Schneider get everyday at-bats?

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It’s a forgettable weekend for the Blue Jays starting rotation as Toronto drops two of three against the Minnesota Twins. On this epsiode of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong gives his concerns on Max Scherzer and the thinning depth of the rotation. Rob also discusses George Springer’s fractured toe that lands him on the IL, what to do with the struggling Nathan Lukes, why Davis Schneider deserves more playing time, and how a pair of Blue Jays top prospects have caught his eye to begin the season in the minors.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(00:49) Roughed Up Rotation: Max Scherzer gets knocked around as the Blue Jays lose the series to the Twins. Is the starting rotation in trouble?

(05:51) The Injured List Gets Longer: George Springer is the latest Blue Jays player to join the injured list after suffering a fractured toe. Who will step up in his absence?

(13:06) Farm Report: Blue Jays 2025 draft picks JoJo Parker and Blaine Bullard are off to hot starts with the Dunedin Blue Jays.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers made their way to Toronto for the first time since the World Series to take on a wounded Blue Jays team. After dropping the first two games, the Jays dug deep and came away with a win in the series finale. On this edition of Three Up, Three Down, Rob Wong dives into his top three observations from the week.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(0:28) Remember Me?: The Blue Jays and Dodgers faced off for the first time since the World Series. Rob gives his thoughts on being back where it all ended in Game 7.

(03:40) Dylan, Dylan, Dylan: Dylan Cease continues to show ace-level stuff in a bounceback start. Is a Cy Young season incoming?

(07:55) I Know How You Kids Like Them Sloppy!: The Jays haven’t been playing the cleanest baseball this season. Can they shore it up?

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The Blue Jays head home from Chicago searching for answers after a frustrating three-game sweep at the hands of the White Sox.

From a stagnant offence to a growing list of key players on the shelf, the early-season adversity has arrived in full force.

Rob Wong breaks down what went wrong on the Southside and why there is still reason for hope as the Los Angeles Dodgers come to town for a World Series rematch.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(0:48) High RISP, Low Reward: The Blue Jays can’t seem to get key hits with runners in scoring position right now. What gives?

(04:46) Our Pets Heads Are Falling Off!: Add Alejandro Kirk to the list of injured Blue Jays. How will the Jays fill his void?

(07:18) Hopium: Despite four straight losses, Rob gives reasons for optimism with 95% of the season still to be played.

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How the heck did the Toronto Blue Jays lose a series to the Colorado Rockies?!

In this episode, Rob Wong breaks down the tough three-game set by diving into the strong start by outfielder Jesus Sanchez, how he thinks the Blue Jays should handle Brendon Little moving forward, the relievers that are pulling their weight and how 41-year-old Max Scherzer continues to defy the odds.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(01:03) Thank You, Jesus: With some of the key offensive pieces off to slow starts, players like Jesus Sanchez have stepped up in their absence.

(03:29) The Bullpen Has A Little Issue: Brendon Little 2026 season has started a lot like the way his 2025 campaign ended. What should the Jays do with their lost lefty?

(07:51) To The Max: Even at 41, Max Scherzer continues to show flashes of his prime self. How is still able to do it after all these years?

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The 50th Season of Toronto Blue Jays baseball is officially underway, and the opening series did not disappoint. In this episode, we break down a weekend full of massive debuts, pristine pitching and defensive masterclasses.

In this episode:

(0:00) Intro

(01:55) The Kazuma Okamoto Era Begins: Did "Big Baby/Large Infant” live up to the hype? We analyze his first series in a Jays uniform and how he looks like the next big thing in Toronto sports.

(05:31) Dylan Cease Deals: If there were any nerves about Cease leading the rotation in 2026, he silenced them. We dive into the metrics of his dominant first start and that devastating arsenal that had Athletics hitters chasing ghosts.

(09:02) Dynamic Duo: Is Andres Gimenez and Ernie Clement the best defensive duo in the league right now? We talk about their strong two-way performances and how they’re making the impossible look easy up the middle.

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The wait is finally over. Opening Day is tomorrow, and the energy in Toronto is at a fever pitch as the Blue Jays prepare to raise the American League Pennant. In this episode, Rob Wong talks about who won the final spots on the 26-man roster, the Holy Grail Jays memorabilia piece now on display at Rogers Centre, and what to expect from the opening weekend series against the Athletics.

Inside the Episode:

(00:00) Intro

(01:23) The Final 26: The dust has settled. We break down the final bullpen and bench decisions that were made.

(04:37) Rogers Centre Relics: Rob shares his experience touring the new renovations at the ballpark. From the 1992 and ’93 World Series trophies to Joe Carter’s walk-off home run bat, the must-see memorabilia installations waiting for fans on the 100-level concourse.

(14:30) Opening Weekend Preview: Kevin Gausman finally gets his Opening Day nod as a Blue Jay. We preview the three-game set against a young, hungry Athletics squad and look at the keys to a series win.

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The Grapefruit League season is over and the real games begin in less than a week. ⚾️

Welcome to the series premiere of Three Up, Three Down! 🎙️

On the debut episode, Rob Wong shares three bold predictions on how the 2026 season will actually unfold.

Inside the Premiere:

(00:00) Intro

(04:30) A Career Year in the Making? We analyze the superb Spring Training stats for a key starter ready for an All-Star caliber season.

(08:10) The Next Arm Up: Peer into the pitching pipeline and predict which young arm could join the big club before the end of the year.

(09:53) The Final Piece: Why the front office isn't done yet, and the specific type of superstar talent the Jays will be hunting for at the July trade deadline.

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