Not Wavering on the '26 Jays + Hitter's Buildup with Chipper Jones

The Blue Jays are struggling at 29-33, and Blair & Barker don’t pull punches: they argue the team is not good enough to be competitive right now, despite being only a game and a half out of the wild card. The hosts dissect the roster moves, the lack of consistency in key plays—like a dropped pop-up between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Brandon Valenzuela—and the growing frustration with the team’s inability to make the little plays that win games. They call out the lineup’s failure to deliver, especially in high-leverage spots, and emphasize that the team is giving away 'free inches' that accumulate into losses. Chipper Jones joins the show to offer a counterpoint: the Braves are winning because of depth, discipline, and a culture of accountability. He praises their ability to keep players like Mauricio Dubon and Mikey Strimski in the lineup, and shares how he helped Ozzie Albies refine his balanced switch-hitting approach. Jones also reveals that the Braves are now pitching around Vladdy, which only increases the pressure on him—proving that even elite hitters face unique mental challenges. The episode ends with a powerful message: winning isn’t just about talent—it’s about execution, mental toughness, and the ability to do the little things, every single day.