Shows
Canadian Baseball Network PodcastBlue Jays Fall Short in World SeriesMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the heartbreaking end to the 2025 season for the Blue Jays, a 5-4 loss in 11 innings in Game 7 to the LA Dodgers. They discuss the game-changing moments in games 6 and 7 and ponder a few questions: How will we remember this season? What's next as the offseason begins? Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioHigh Performance Program at The Baseball Zone: https://thebaseballzone.ca/high-performance-program-free-demo/Advanced Fall Baseball Clinics at The Baseball Zone:https://thebaseballzone.ca/advanced-fall-baseball-clinics/
2025-11-0528 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastDodgers vs Blue Jays in the 2025 World SeriesMatt Betts and Jackson Farough tee up the World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. They discuss each teams strengths and weaknesses, difference makers and path to victory for both teams, plus make some predictions. Kickstart your offseason with Fall Clinics at The Baseball Zone! Click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/fall-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-10-2434 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastBlue Jays defeat the Yankees - ALDS Recap and ALCS PreviewMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the Blue Jays' ALDS series victory over the Yankees. They discuss the performances of Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Trey Yesavage and others, put the series into perspective, and tee up the ALCS and how the roster could shake out. Kickstart your offseason with Fall Clinics at The Baseball Zone! Click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/fall-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-10-1022 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastALDS Preview: New York Yankees vs Toronto Blue JaysMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss the upcoming ALDS clash between the Yankees and Blue Jays. They tee up the pitching matchups, debate strengths and weaknesses of each team, make some predictions about how the series will go, and discuss the television broadcasts. Kickstart your offseason with Fall Clinics at The Baseball Zone! Click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/fall-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-10-0337 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Final Push for the AL EastMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the month of September for the Blue Jays, chat about the biggest stories surrounding the lineup and starting rotation, look ahead to the playoffs, and discuss the potential outcomes for the last weekend of the regular season. Kickstart your offseason with Fall Clinics at The Baseball Zone! Click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/fall-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-09-2627 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Trade Deadline RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough recap the trades that the Blue Jays made leading up to the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline. They break down how the pitching acquisitions fit in, how Toronto may structure their starting rotation, look around the American League and also take a look at the Canadians that were traded throughout baseball. Toronto Baseball Summer Camps at TBZ: https://thebaseballzone.ca/toronto-baseball-summer-camps/Flex Pack Summer Clinics at TBZ: https://thebaseballzone.ca/summer-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-08-0234 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCanadian Baseball Hall of Fame Induction WeekendMatt Betts and Jackson Farough recap the 6 inductions into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame that took place on June 7. Hear from various inductees such as Greg Hamilton and José Bautista, along with the families of Gerry Snyder and Arleene Noga as we celebrate and honour their contributions to baseball in Canada.Flex Pack summer clinics at The Baseball Zone: https://thebaseballzone.ca/summer-baseball-clinics/Summer Camps at The Baseball Zone: https://thebaseballzone.ca/toronto-baseball-summer-camps/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-06-2629 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Takeaways from AprilMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the first month of the season for the Toronto Blue Jays. What positives can be drawn? What sorts of trends are emerging? How does the next month look for them? Matt and Jackson discuss it all. Hear it AND see it by visiting our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@canadianbaseballnetworkpodcastFlex Pack Summer Clinics are BACK at The Baseball Zone - click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/summer-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat...
2025-04-2930 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays 2025 Preview & PredictionsMatt Betts and Jackson Farough explore the 2025 Blue Jays roster as it stands to start the season. How optimistic should Blue Jays fans be? What could go wrong? Matt and Jackson also make some predictions about how the season could unfold.The Baseball Zone: https://thebaseballzone.ca/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2025-03-2538 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Shohei Ohtani's Free Agency SagaMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes from start to finish. They discuss the first mentions of Toronto being in the mix, Ohtani's visit to Dunedin, the infamous plane tracking day and media coverage. Where do the Jays go from here? Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-12-1353 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays vs Twins ALWC PreviewMatt Betts and Jackson Farough tee up a massive AL Wild Card Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Minnesota Twins. They discuss pitching matchups, compare the two lineups, analyze expectations for both teams, and also consider the fallout if it all ends quickly for Toronto. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-10-0341 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: K ALS at The Baseball ZoneJackson Farough heads to The Baseball Zone to document their first annual Baseball Carnival, K ALS in collaboration with ALS Double Play. Weren't able to make it out to TBZ for K ALS? Want to learn about ALS Double Play, and how you can support them? Check out this special edition of the CBN Podcast as Jackson shares the sounds from the day and interviews the people who made this event possible. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-09-1822 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Trade Deadline RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the trades that the Blue Jays made leading up to the deadline, discuss Toronto's roster and look ahead to the postseason. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-08-1654 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 MLB Draft RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough take a look at the 9 Canadians taken in the 2023 MLB Draft, headlined by Myles Naylor (Mississauga, ON). Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-07-1738 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canadians in MLB 2023Matt Betts and Jackson Farough are back with another episode, this time taking a tour around the big leagues to chat about Canadians currently playing in Major League Baseball. Familiar and new faces alike, Matt and Jackson analyze and discuss Baseball Canada's present and future talent on display. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-07-0657 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 Blue Jays so far: The Good, the Bad and the UglyMatt Betts and Jackson Farough are back with another episode of the CBN Podcast! This time, they take a look at the 2023 Blue Jays so far, and what to look for in the weeks ahead as the trade deadline approaches. They discuss the starting rotation and Alek Manoah's disappointing season so far, the bullpen and the surprises that have emerged from it, and the lineup's inconsistencies at the plate thus far. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-06-2058 min
Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs Mexico ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Canada's 10-3 loss to Mexico, which eliminates them from the 2023 World Baseball Classic. They also draw conclusions from the tournament from a Canadian perspective, and look ahead to the future. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-1611 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs Colombia ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's huge victory over Colombia in their third game of the 2023 WBC. They discuss the lights out pitching, Freddie Freeman's injury, and get you set for a massive game against Mexico. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-1510 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs USA ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Canada's 12-1 loss to the USA, give some perspective on Mitch Bratt, and preview today's massive game against Columbia. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-1411 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Great Britain vs Canada ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's 18-8 win over Great Britain in their first game of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-1317 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Great Britain vs Canada ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's 18-8 win over Great Britain in their first game of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-1317 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 WBC Team Canada Roster BreakdownMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Team Canada's roster at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, previewing the tournament and analyzing Canada's outlook. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-0736 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 WBC Team Canada Roster BreakdownMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Team Canada's roster at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, previewing the tournament and analyzing Canada's outlook. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
2023-03-0736 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Offseason RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the past offseason for the Toronto Blue Jays, providing insight and analysis on all of the big moves that took place. They start with the Teoscar Hernandez trade (6:21), then move on to the Kevin Kiermaier signing (14:31). They have a broader discussion about team culture and clubhouse vibes while discussing the addition of Don Mattingly to the coaching staff (19:20) before analyzing the pitching staff with the addition of Chris Bassitt (26:04). They then break down the catcher logjam and subsequent Varsho trade (31:50) before wrapping things up with the Brandon Belt acquisition (41:00).
2023-03-0200 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Offseason RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the past offseason for the Toronto Blue Jays, providing insight and analysis on all of the big moves that took place. They start with the Teoscar Hernandez trade (6:21), then move on to the Kevin Kiermaier signing (14:31). They have a broader discussion about team culture and clubhouse vibes while discussing the addition of Don Mattingly to the coaching staff (19:20) before analyzing the pitching staff with the addition of Chris Bassitt (26:04). They then break down the catcher logjam and subsequent Varsho trade (31:50) before wrapping things up with the Brandon Belt acquisition (41:00). Music c...
2023-03-0247 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Greg Hamilton/2022 MLB Draft RecapHost Matt Betts and Producer Jackson Farough reflect on the 2022 MLB Draft before being joined by Baseball Canada’s Director of National Teams and Head Coach of the Junior National Team, Greg Hamilton. He discusses the Draft results, details the Junior National Team's development process, and gives an update on the World Baseball Classic.
2022-07-2335 min
Outside BaseballPitching Baseball Documentaries with Jackson FaroughBecause of the release of Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa's documentary "Long Gone Summer," and the release of Roy Halladay's documentary "Imperfect," this episode Seth and Drew are battling each other, pitching documentaries to friend and Outside Baseball superfan, Jackson Farough.
2020-07-0250 min
The Big LeagueThe Big League Episode 13: Adam Silver is The Best Commissioner in Sports (feat. Jackson Farough)The boys along with guest, Jackson Farough, discuss his journey in sport media so far, the MLB and MLBPA drama, the NBA's detailed plan for return to play, and Colin Kaepernick might be getting a workout with the Chargers. Episode recorded on June 17, 2020.
2020-06-192h 09The Big LeagueThe Big League: Episode 6 "Babcock Fired & Chief Keefe Hired"The boys talk Mike Babcock firing, Sheldon Keefe hiring, what this means for the Leafs, and some Raptors talk. Along with special guests Jackson Farough and Zach Finch. Recorded on November 21, 2019.
2020-04-0550 min
The Finch and The FaroughEpisode 5: FINALEIn the final episode of The Finch and The Farough, Bowen Cunningham and Jai Mohit join Jackson Farough and Zach Finch as they react to the news of all sports being cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. They discuss the ripple effect across different sports leagues, and theorize about what's next. Later in the show, the guys break down who would receive awards like the MVP and Rookie of the Year in the NBA and NHL if this is in fact the end of the season. Afterwards, the guys listen to a couple of "Finch's Finest Plays"...
2020-03-1646 minThe Finch and The FaroughTom Brady: Will he stay or will he go?Zach Finch and Jackson Farough unpack the Tom Brady situation by discussing the possibility of him leaving New England, and which teams he could be heading to if he chooses to leave.
The Finch and The Farough airs live on Thursdays at 5pm, only on Spiritlive.
2020-03-1007 minThe Finch and The FaroughFinch's Finest Play - March 5th 2020On Finch's Finest Play, Zach Finch found a couple incredible soundbites from around the sports world this week.
The Finch and The Farough airs live on Thursdays at 5pm, only on Spiritlive.
2020-03-1003 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 4: Back to The BayOn Episode 4, Jackson Farough and Zach Finch kick things off with some reminiscent thoughts about the Raptors returning to the Bay Area for the first time since they won the NBA Finals in 2019 (1:36). Then, they recap how things are going at Blue Jays Spring Training and discuss the possibility of Jose Bautista returning to MLB as a pitcher (17:39). Later in the show, Zach and Jackson try to figure out where Tom Brady will end up (32:08) before listening to a couple great soundbites on "Finch's Finest Play" (39:36). To wrap things up, the guys deliver their final Ryerson Rams Recap of...
2020-03-1049 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 3: Golden GoalOn episode 3 of season 4 of The Finch and The Farough, the guys started the show by reflecting on Sidney Crosby's "golden goal" at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics (0:58) as well as projecting what a Canadian hockey Olympic team would look like in 2022. Then, they recapped the Raptors' recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks (18:12) before transitioning to the Leafs' current situation regarding the trade deadline, recent play and injuries (25:05). Then, Jackson and Zach mixed it up with some Blue Jays Spring Training talk (36:05) before discussing Ryerson's playoff contention on the weekly Ryerson Rams Recap (45:27).
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2020-03-0349 min
The Relay PodcastThe Relay Podcast Season 2 #008: NHL Trade Deadline Day w/ The Finch & The FaroughEric and Dana are joined by good friends and hosts of 'The Finch & The Farough' Zach Finch and Jackson Farough and are ready to talk all things hockey at the NHL trade deadline.
2020-02-2447 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 2: Habs talk with Patrick TallonOn a very special "World Radio Day" episode of The Finch and The Farough, Patrick Tallon of Take to Take joins the guys to do a deep dive on the Montreal Canadiens (0:30). We discussed the current state of the team, management, the prospect pool, whether the team should tank or not, and what they should do at the draft. We also used the Draft Lottery simulator to hypothetically determine who Montreal should pick in the first round. Then, the boys transitioned to some Leafs talk (32:40) as Patrick talked some sense into Jackson and Leafs Nation about how they should...
2020-02-1749 minThe Finch and The FaroughSeason 4 Debut!Zach and Jackson are back for Season 4 of The Finch and The Farough! In this episode, they discuss the Leafs making a trade with LA (1:06), Masai not going to the Knicks, the NBA Trade Deadline, and the future of Canadian basketball (19:13). Then, they dive into the Red Sox - Dodgers trade that sent Mookie Betts and David Price to Los Angeles (39:15). As usual, the guys wrapped up the show with the Ryerson Rams Recap (47:00).
The Finch and The Farough is live Thursdays at 5:10 pm, only on SpiritLive.
2020-02-0749 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 7: Chief Keefe!In the final episode of the semester, the guys discuss the Leafs' firing of Mike Babcock and how it affects the locker room as well as what Sheldon Keefe can do to turn this team around. Then, the guys break down the Raptors' great pace to start the year and do a little NBA roundup. The NFL playoffs are right around the corner so Zach and Jackson discuss the latest on that front before moving onto a couple new segments to wrap up the fall semester!
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2019-12-0249 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 6: Leafs lose 6 straight, Raptors championship ring drama, Astros steal signsZach and Jackson try to figure out what exactly is going on with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and just how long Mike Babcock has left. Then, they discuss the Raptors' current state as well as their decision to not give rings to JV, Delon Wright and CJ Miles. The guys followed this up by discussing MLB awards and the Houston Astros being accused of stealing signs, and then wrapped up the show with the weekly Ryerson Rams Recap.
Check out The Finch and The Farough live on Mondays at 5:10 PM on SpiritLive.
2019-11-2149 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 5: Raptors in LA, Leafs have rough weekend, NFL getting crazyIn episode 5, Zach and Jackson briefly discuss the firing of Don Cherry before analyzing just how the Raptors stole a win against the Lakers, and preview Monday's matchup versus the Clippers. Then, the boys broke down a rough weekend for the Leafs that saw them lose both games as well as Mitch Marner for a month due to an ankle injury. Later on, the guys unpack a busy NFL Sunday, and tee up a juicy Monday nighter between the Seahwaks and 49ers. They wrapped up the show with the weekly Ryerson Rams recap, followed by soem discussion of Saturday's...
2019-11-1249 minThe Finch and The FaroughZach and Jackson discuss car awards in sportsWith World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg winning a 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, Zach and Jackson dissect what athletes actually do with the cars they win, and whether or not they end up driving them.
2019-11-0701 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 4: Raptors lose to Milwaukee, Embiid vs KAT, Washington wins the World SeriesIn episode 4 of The Finch and The Farough, Zach and Jackson discuss the importance of the Raptors' loss to Milwaukee on Saturday and break down the scrap between Joel Embiid and Karl Anthony-Towns. Then, the boys dove into the Leafs' shootout win over the Flyers and the importance of Tuesday night's affair vs the LA Kings. They followed this up with a discussion of the Washington Nationals winning the World Series and what it means to the city of Washington as well as World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg opting out of his contract. Of course, the boys couldn't forget...
2019-11-0746 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 3: Leafs inconsistencies, Babcock's job safety, Raptors good start + ring discussion, World Series breakdownOn episode 3, Zach and Jackson kick off the show by dissecting the Leafs' early troubles and breaking down whether or not the Leafs should fire their head coach. Later on, the guys discuss the Raptors' excellent start and talk about the replica championship rings and jewelry that the Raptors are selling. Afterwards, they recapped the World Series thus far, and predicted the end result as the series heads to game 6 in the "Juicer". The guys wrapped up the show with some NFL talk and the weekly Ryerson Rams recap.
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2019-10-2948 minThe Finch and The FaroughEpisode 2: Siakam, Raptors Opening Night, Tavares injury and World SeriesIn episode 2 of The Finch and the Farough, Zach and Jackson are joined by Josiah Bosch in studio. They discussed the Pascal Siakam max extension and if he's worth it or not, followed up by a Raptors Opening night preview. Then, the boys dove in to the Leafs saga and recapped their win against Boston on Saturday night. They forecasted the rest of the week in Leafland and the adjustments that'll be made with John Tavares out of the lineup before moving on to a World Series preview. They made their picks for who's gonna win it all, before...
2019-10-2445 min
The Finch and The FaroughThe Finch and The Farough: Season 3 Pilot episode!Jackson and Zach are back once again! We kick off season 3 by discussing the Leafs' captaincy, Matthews' off ice troubles, and recap the first 3 games of the season. We then did an overview of Canadian NHL teams and their starts to the year, along with what to expect from each squad. After that, we discussed Lowry's extension and how that affects the Raptors' long term plans, as well as the roster makeup for this season. We finished off the show looking back at Week 5 in the NFL, and talked about some great matchups in Week 6. Of course, we had s...
2019-10-0849 min