On Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal react to breaking news as Trey Yesavage hits the IL with a shoulder impingement—leaving nearly 60% of the Blue Jays rotation sidelined to start the season. Did that force the sudden move to bring in Max Scherzer?

They also break down a thrilling World Baseball Classic, with Venezuela crowned champions, and what it means for the global growth of the game. Plus, Team USA falls short again—how much blame goes to manager Mark DeRosa?

And after a huge postseason and WBC, is Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally ready to break out?

All that and more.

INDEX:

0:00 Intro

1:20 WBC Wrap + ABS Controversy

5:49 WBC Umpires Breakdown

8:17 Venezuela Beats USA – Emotional Final

11:03 Salvador Perez Named WBC MVP

12:27 Mason Miller & Pitcher Usage Debate

14:07 Mark DeRosa's Inexperience Costs USA

14:13 Skubal, Raleigh, Pasquantino & Key Moments

21:27 Team USA Jersey Controversy (Judge/Matthews)

22:52 Best Team USA Lineup Ever?

23:44 Rob Manfred's Odd Postseason Behavior

25:09 No-Name Bullpens Power Canada & Venezuela

27:27 WBC Growth & Global Impact

31:39 Spring Training Stories

36:25 Baseball Chasing NFL's 12-Month Cycle

38:27 Top WBC Surprises

41:25 Blue Jays at the WBC

46:28 José Berríos & Jays Spring Questions

48:13 Breaking News: Trey Yesavage Injury

50:56 Jays Down to 5 Healthy Starters

56:29 Spring Breakout: Top Prospects

1:02:09 Remaining Jays Roster Questions

1:04:35 March Madness & Wrap-Up

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