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Here is some of the latest Blue Jays analysis from around the internet. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s September home run ends a drought, highlighting his struggles with near-misses, while the team is advised to target Gilbert, Strider, and Ashby in the offseason. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s drought-busting home run tells a bigger story about snake-bitten season (Jays Journal). Argues Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s September home run marks the end of a long drought, highlighting how his season was defined by near-misses and wall-scrapers, with seven potential home runs falling short due to ballpark conditions. Blue Jays should keep a close eye on these 3 potentially available pitchers in the offseason (Jays Journal). Argues the Blue Jays should target Gilbert, Strider, and Ashby in free agency/trade. Gilbert's durability and mid-3s ERA make him a fit, Strider's upside despite decline is worth a buy-low, and Ashby's elite swing-and-miss and ground ball rates align with Blue Jays' needs.

Owen rides solo in this episode, breaking down concern with Dylan Cease, the Jays' ability to hold baserunners, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., but finds positives in Kazuma Okamoto's huge rookies season, Spencer Miles, and José Soriano. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jays-centre-podcast/id1846108462 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Bi7SzfpcqMo5xYWnbCeoL Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-the-jays-centre-podcast-300304824/ Listen on Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/2qk9wqxd Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayscentre View full article

Here is some of the latest Blue Jays analysis from around the internet. Focus is on Nolan Perry's rotation potential, playoff odds vs. Orioles, trade impact, lineup adjustments, rotation struggles, and Kazuma Okamoto's 30-homer milestone. Can Blue Jays Top Prospect Help Fill Out Their Rotation? (Just Baseball). Makes the case that Nolan Perry could help fill the Blue Jays' rotation. Perry, recovering from Tommy John, has dominated with a 3.18 ERA, 18 strikeouts, and a filthy curveball, making him a viable option despite pitch count limitations. How Blue Jays, Orioles stack up ahead of pivotal series (Sportsnet). Argues the Blue Jays need to beat the Orioles in their remaining games to secure a playoff spot, citing 40% of their schedule against Baltimore and the Orioles' close standings. Key evidence: Orioles' strong pitching and the Jays' struggles against cutters and sinkers. Blue Jays Ex-Files: How deadline departures are faring in stretch run (Sportsnet). Argues the Blue Jays' deadline trades have boosted their playoff odds despite mixed results for departed players. Key evidence: their 20-14 run lifted FanGraphs odds to 32%, while Gausman and Varsho struggled, but Hoffman excelled. Two Blue Jays who need to play more down the stretch—and two who should play less (Jays Journal). Argues the Blue Jays should play Josh Smith more against right-handed pitchers and Sean Keys over Jéus Sánchez and Brandon Valenzuela, citing Smith’s recent power surge and Keys’ raw power, while cutting Sánchez and Valenzuela due to poor performance and defensive limitations. Blue Jays have a starting rotation dilemma in their pursuit of the postseason (Jays Journal). Argues the Blue Jays face a starting rotation dilemma with only three reliable starters, as Arrighetti's poor performance and bullpen strain threaten their postseason chances. Key evidence includes Arrighetti's 8.04 ERA and the team's reliance on four-man bullpen days. Blue Jays slugger Kazuma Okamoto becomes fifth Japanese player to hit 30 home runs in a season (Blue Jays Nation). Makes the case Kazuma Okamoto is fifth Japanese player to hit 30+ HRs in a season, joining Matsui, Ohtani, Suzuki, and Murakami. His 30 HR mark highlights his power surge and potential as a key Blue Jays contributor.

Losing the finale is always dampens the mood, but Owen and Jesse look to stay positive as they break down the Jays' series victory in Kansas City. They talk everything from Brett Bateman, to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., to Louis Varland and the bullpen, and are eager to take a look at the ever tightening American League Wildcard Standings. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jays-centre-podcast/id1846108462 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Bi7SzfpcqMo5xYWnbCeoL Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-the-jays-centre-podcast-300304824/ Listen on Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/2qk9wqxd Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayscentre View full article

Welcome back, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. We've missed you. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.had his best moment of the season, driving in 5 runs to help the Blue Jays win a CRUCIAL series against the Guardians, pushing them into the driver's seat in the AL Wild Card picture. In this episode, we discuss the differences we've seen from Vlad and some other hitters who have shown us signs of life. Then take a look at Spencer Arrighetti's recent start: are we seeing a new version of Dylan Cease? And what in the world is going on with Ernie Clement? All that and so much more! Please subscribe for more Toronto Blue Jays analysis, news, rumors, prospect coverage, and more. Be sure to visit our website, where you will find the most comprehensive Blue Jays site on the internet. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jays-centre-podcast/id1846108462 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Bi7SzfpcqMo5xYWnbCeoL Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-the-jays-centre-podcast-300304824/ Listen on Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/2qk9wqxd Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayscentre View full article