Blue Jays: JJ Podcast: Todd Stottlemyre, relentlessly candid

17 Apr 1994: Pitcher Todd Stottlemyre of the Toronto Blue Jays throws a pitch during a game against the California Angels at Anaheim Stadium in Anaheim, California. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn /Allsport
17 Apr 1994: Pitcher Todd Stottlemyre of the Toronto Blue Jays throws a pitch during a game against the California Angels at Anaheim Stadium in Anaheim, California. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn /Allsport

Jays Journal has recently launched a brand new podcast, which is hosted by our own Ari Shapiro, and can be found on blogtalkradio.com. Tune in regularly to hear Ari and a wild range of guests talk about current issues, have roundtable discussions, and regularly take your calls to discuss all things Blue Jays.

Jays Journal Podcast- Todd Stottlemyre, Relentlessly Candid

We’re thrilled to have former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher and 3-time World Series champion, Todd Stottlemyre (@ToddStottlemyre), join host Ari Shapiro in an evening of baseball repartee and introspective reflection. Tune in as we discuss:

The fleeting nature of fame and the vanishing spotlight (2:20); on being recognized in Toronto and how Canada’s adoration of the glory years remains inspirational to him (4:45); will the team be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline? (6:15); thoughts about the wild card (9:01); memorabilia and memories in his den (11:40); his thoughts on the 12-24 start in 1989 and how Cito Gaston’s leadership turned the ship around (18:25); a look back at AL East competition during his era (21:29). 

More from Jays Journal

Remembering the brilliant Tony Gwynn and his exquisite brand of hitting (26:30); the origins of his recently published book (33:01); is MLB doing enough to help athletes after they retire (37:45); loopy salaries, frivolous free agency, and player regression (49:20); the value of heart and an indomitable will – his short list of clubhouse leaders (53:05); Dave Stewart and pitching intimidation (55:07); how to handle a bad case of the yips (58:50); and why 300 career wins is now a pipe dream (61:10).

Todd Stottlemyre is the author of “Relentless Success through Triumph & Tragedy”; check out his website at www.toddofficial.com to pre-order your copy. First 2,500 orders will receive a limited edition autographed copy of his book.

Follow us @jaysjournal, the host Ari Shapiro (@ari_shapiro), and check back regularly for an exciting new addition to the website. Be sure to watch these accounts for your next opportunity to phone in at 1-646-787-8521. The show features a variety of formats including 1 on1 interviews, roundtable discussions, phone in shows, former player interviews and much more.

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“Ari Shapiro is the host and creative director of the Jays Journal radio podcast and is a freelance writer, interviewer, and producer. He’s appeared on the Fan 590 Sportsnet radio, 90.5 FM Extra Talk Sports radio, and is a proud contributor with FanSided.”