The most competitive division in baseball just got scarier. 😱

This week on the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we are joined by the fantastic Jonna Perlinger of Babe's Babe Media (@babesbabes_baseball) to break down the escalation in the American League East. Every single team has reloaded this offseason, and we are staring down the barrel of a historic 5-team melee to crown a victor.

In this episode:

-The Arms Race: How the Yankees, Orioles, Rays, and Red Sox improved (and how the Jays match up).

-The Rivalries: Which matchups are going to be must-watch TV in 2026?

-The Verdict: Can five teams really contend for one title?

Grab your favorite beverage and tune in. The rivalry talk starts NOW. 🔗 Link in Bio.

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Breaking News: Kazuma Okamoto is a Blue Jay! ✍️

Blue Jays Land Okamoto! 🇯🇵➡️🇨🇦

We are live with an instant reaction to the 4-year, $60 million signing of the Japanese slugger. We break down why this 30-year-old power threat is the perfect fit for the Rogers Centre alleys and what this means for the rest of the offseason.

On this special edition of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast, we dive deep into the profile of the 30-year-old slugger. We analyze his transition from the NPB, why his pull-power is a perfect match for the dimensions of the Rogers Centre, and how this signing shifts the balance of power in the AL East.

The Jays got their guy. Let's talk about it.

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Grab a pint and pull up a bar stool, the Jay Bird Watching crew is LIVE!

Tonight, we’re officially closing the book on a wild 2025 season. We’re pouring one out for the highlights, the playoff memories, and that unforgettable World Series run, before turning the page to 2026.

We are joined by a very special guest and out sponsor, Darryl Silverstein of J. Birdy Baseball Co., to help us uncork our "New Year’s Resolutions" for the Blue Jays. What is it going to take to get this team back to the Fall Classic in 2026?

In this episode:

⚾️The 2025 Wrap: Our favorite moments and the plays that defined the year.

⚾️October Flashbacks: Reliving the highs and lows of the 2025 Playoffs & World Series.

⚾️New Year, New Jays: The specific goals (and roster moves) needed to win it all in 2026.

⚾️The J. Birdy Story: Talking shop with Darryl Silverstein about baseball culture and gear.

Join the conversation, raise a glass, and let’s talk Blue Jays baseball!

#BlueJays #LightsUpLetsGo #MLB #NewYearResolution @JBirdyBaseballCo

The Blue Jays' pitching staff is getting crowded, and the JBW bar room chat is open to break it all down!

Tonight, Jason Lyons and Craig Borden dive into the latest moves from the front office as the Jays add Cody Ponce and Tyler Rogers to the mix among others!

We discuss:

-Pitching Depth: With the staff starting to fill out, where do these new arms fit? Is this the end of the offseason spending, or just the beginning?

-Shapiro resigning a 5-year deal

-The "Dear Santa" Wishlist: We’re breaking out our holiday wishlists! What are the final pieces this team needs to truly contend in 2026? We’re telling "Santa" exactly what we want to see under the Blue Jays' tree.

Latest News & Rumors: All the buzz from around the league as the hot stove continues to burn.

🎁 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎁 We aren't done giving back to the best fans in baseball! We have another big giveaway ready to go tonight. Listen in to find out how you can win some incredible Jays swag!

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Back by popular demand! Tonight, the JBW bar room welcomes back a true Blue Jays icon: World Series Champion, Rance Mulliniks!

Rance was instrumental in turning the Blue Jays from an expansion team into a perennial contender, and he joins us tonight for a special Fan Question Session to relive some of those baseball stories.

From the late 80s to the 1992 World Series, Rance has an unbelievable catalog of stories. Tonight, he's ready to peel back the curtain on:

⚾ The Dynasty Years: Untold clubhouse stories from the 1980s and the path to the '92 championship.

⚾ The Platoon Life: What it was really like being half of the legendary platoon with Garth Iorg.

⚾ The Best Advice: Stories behind his famous advice to players like Ed Sprague before his pivotal World Series home run.

⚾ The Best Teammates & Toughest Losses: Answering the questions you submitted about his career.

Do not miss your chance to hear rare, firsthand accounts from a Blue Jays legend! Tune in LIVE TONIGHT, Wednesday, 12/10 at 8 PM EST, and bring your best questions!

Sponsored by our friends at J.Birdy Baseball Company

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500 EPISODES! Thank you, Blue Jays Nation! Join us for a massive party as we celebrate our landmark 500th weekly episode LIVE!

We are thrilled to welcome our friend and former Toronto Blue Jay, Travis Snider, back to the bar room chat. Join us for a special night as we dive into his incredible baseball stories, answer your fan questions, and celebrate this huge milestone!

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL: To show our appreciation for your support over the last 500 episodes, we are hosting a GIVEAWAY for everyone who tunes in! You absolutely do not want to miss out on how to enter for your chance to win a special gift from us at JBW.

We'll also dive deep with Travis, co-founder of 3A Athletics, to discuss his powerful work building mental toughness and resilience in youth athletes—an essential conversation for every player, coach, and parent.

Tune in LIVE, December 4th at 7 PM EST, and join the biggest celebration in Jay Bird Watching history! We will be answering fan questions, so have those comments ready for the #Livestream

#JBW500 @Lunchboxhero45 @Lunchboxhero23 @3aathletics #TravisSnider #BlueJays #MentalToughness #YouthSports @3AAthletics #MLB #baseball#Coaching #LIVE #Podcast

Get Ready, JBW Nation! The bar room is opening early for a special announcement you CANNOT miss!

As the Jay Bird Watching Podcast races toward our landmark 500th Episode, we have a HUGE SURPRISE to reveal to all our loyal listeners tonight! Join us for this special HYPE Edition of the JBW #Podcast

Join the entire JBW crew LIVE Sunday at 7 PM EST as we break the news! Our buddy Darryl Silverstein will be on hand as we take your questions and celebrate this incredible milestone together.

PLUS, a quick reminder of the date you NEED to save:

⚾️ JBW 500TH EPISODE ⚾️

Date & Time: December 4th @ 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST

Special Guest: Former Blue Jay and all-around amazing guy Travis Snider!

Don't wait! Hit that notification bell and join us for the announcement that kicks off the road to 500!

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Grab your stool! Tonight, the JBW bar room is diving deep into baseball nostalgia and asking the big question: Was it skill, or was it magic? ✨

Dylan Cease signs big contract with the Blue Jays and the offseason is officially kicked off in a great direction!

The Jay Bird Watching Podcast crew is having some random Blue Jays fun by celebrating the players who blessed us with one totally unforgettable, and often unrepeatable, season of brilliance!

We're pulling out the old highlight reels to discuss the Flashes in the Pan: We look at legendary, confusing, and beloved seasons from guys like Jose Canseco, Brad Fullmer, and the insane surge from Marcus Semien. What was the biggest random season in Blue Jays history?

The One Hit Wonders edition of the JBW Podcast. What was the biggest random season in Blue Jays history?

Plus, we break down all the latest Blue Jays news and Free Agency rumors swirling around the team as the front office prepares to strike!

Tune in LIVE tonight at 7 PM EST to join the chat and tell us which one-hit wonder you want to discuss!

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